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M7 Sequential Shifter System
Our Price: $3,879.00

200ms (milliseconds)... that's slightly slower than the time it takes light to travel around the Earth's equator, but on par with some of the world's most popular sports cars with paddle-shift systems from the factory (according to Autozine.org). With the brand new M7 Sequential Shifting System, that's what you're getting: quick 200ms shifts with your hands on the wheel at all times.

The M7 Sequential Shift System works on both the R53 and R56 models (non cabriolet/ convertible applications). The system features everything you need to keep your hands on the wheel and lap times down. With a number of programming options for safety and performance, the system can be customized to fit anyone's driving preferences.

Unlike factory paddle-shift systems, the M7 system still requires the use of the clutch to change gears. Some people argue that the clutch should (because it can) be set to activate without the driver pushing the pedal, but if that's what you're looking for then you should probably trade your current ride for one with an automatic transmission (joking... but not really). One big plus for keeping the clutch is a matter of safety. The system is pre-programmed to shift only when the clutch is engaged by the driver. This allows for accidental paddle pulls to be timed out, but also allows the driver to stack gears.

Stacking allows the driver to prepare for an upcoming gear change (either up or down) through more than one gear. By stacking, the driver can go from 6th to 4th with a couple pulls of a paddle and stepping on the clutch pedal (shift safety in regards to engine speed is, as it is with traditional stickshift, up to the driver). This may cause some concern about stacking all the way down into neutral or reverse, but the control box is configured against such events. This is accomplished by a customizable safety feature that requires the driver to hold the downshift paddle for a certain amount of time to get into neutral, and again for reverse. The system also includes a LED gear indicator that attaches to the factory tachometer so there's no guess work involved with your shifts. This mounts via our mounting arm but also fits in any standard-size gauge pod you may already have installed.

Also in the works: We're working to develop a bump-shift option. This will keep a stick in the location of the old shifter column but will have only forward and backwards movements for up or downshifts. Since the paddles move with the steering wheel, there may be confusion in a racing situation with the wheel close to opposite lock. With the bump-shift option, the driver doesn't have to waste time looking down at the wheel to figure which paddle is where. Instead, the driver simply reaches over to the touring car-style shifter stalk and makes the connection.
As everyone has different preferences, we are bouncing around the idea of having different heights available for this option: a stalk close to factory height, a slightly higher stalk than factory, and an all out WRC/ Touring Car type tall shifter for those that spend more time on the track than in their own beds. Stay tuned!

We suggest installation to be done by your trusted, local auto shop as there is a lot of work involved. If you are comfortable with electrical wiring and mechanic work, you may be able to do this at home with the help of a friend. This is by no means a small task and we expect typical installation to be at least 12 to 15 hours worth of work at home (depending on your skill level, a good weekend will usually be enough). Your local mechanic should be able to churn this out much faster as they will most likely have more hands on the job and the proper tools readily available.
Also note that a laptop with Windows operating system (Macs that have Windows installed work as well) is required to use the box configuration program. Installation of this product does not impair the ability to revert back to stock because none of the stock components are altered in any way (except for two holes drilled in the trunk for the cables to run through). In fact, the process of returning to stock is MUCH faster than installation of our system.

Warranty Info: The shifter box is covered under a full year warranty for the original purchaser. The paddle assembly/ bump-shift stick is covered under a lifetime warranty for the original purchaser.
M7 Oil Cooler
Our Price: $498.00

During high stress or high performance driving, the engine oil can reach temperatures upwards of 230º F! This can be very dangerous to internal parts such as piston rings and cam bearings because heat can partially or completely deteriorate the oil properties. By replacing the stock oil cooler with the unit offered in this kit, you can significantly bring down the oil temperature during hard driving to increase the life of your engine.

The kit offered here comes with:
-- Heavy Duty Oil Cooler (12" x 7" x 2")
-- Adapter plate to mate up to stock parts
-- Hose
-- All necessary hardware and fittings.

Applications
'02 - '06 MCS (Manual Transmission Only!)
M7 180° F (82° C) Thermostat
Our Price: $44.00

Have you ever noticed how crisp and responsive your car was after that initial warm-up period, and wanted to keep that feeling for the rest of the day? The M7 180° F Thermostat is the solution. Not only does the engine maintain its fresh-start power, but also the under-hood temperatures are greatly diminished (see comparison table below). Now when your car sits after a hard run it won't cook and dry out everything under the hood as bad as it did in the stock configuration. This is great for the MINI owner that lives in a hot climate, or those that push their cars hard at the track or local twisty road.

Cold Weather Alert: If you encounter weather below 50º F or 10º C, please be aware that the ECU could throw a “check engine” light. This is no cause for alarm as the sensors are registering an anomaly and the thermostat is not harming the engine. The “check engine” light can be reset with a diagnostic tool or left as is. Please call if you have questions.
M7 16% Supercharger Technology Pulley
Our Price: $126.00

When M7 was looking to add a pulley to our existing product offering, we realized that it had to be better and have that M7 "out-of-the-box" engineering and mindset.

The M7 Supercharger Technology Pulley features a 16% reduction, in addition to a number of improvements over stock and aftermarket pulley designs.
On the belt-to-pulley interface, M7 has changed the geometry of the grooves, allowing the belt to be in contact with more surface area on the pulley. We also added shoulders to the outside of the pulley to help prevent the belt from walking off of the pulley surface. This in addition to our proprietary V-Groove surface treatment also prevents belt slippage. We also offer the option to add an OEM JCW Pulley belt to further increase the reliability of the pulley system. The overall result: better belt grip.

The M7 Technology Pulley offers an active cooling system that pulls in cool air through the holes in the pulley shoulder and a thermal surface barrier that helps keep belt temperature down.

So why choose a 16% reduction pulley? It is more than the standard 15% reduction and will provide better engine response. Once you incorporate the M7 2% Crank Pulley, your change of accessory RPMs will be even further within safe margins.


Applications:
'02 - '06 MCS
M7 2% Crank Pulley
Our Price: $146.00

After extensive testing on and off the track, M7 strategically decided on a 2% crank pulley. The beautiful design is a result of extensive computer modeling and CNC machining. A hard anodized coating was added to protect your investment from the elements and ensure a lifetime worth of use.

The lightweight M7 2% Crank Pulley assists in reducing rotational mass, which in turn increases horsepower, torque, and throttle response. Use this in combination with the M7 16% Supercharger Technology Pulley for maximum performance and boost yourself to the next level of MINI tuning and performance.

Weight: 0.990 lbs.


Applications:
'02-'06 MCS
M7 Oil Catch Can
Our Price: $129.00

The MINI Cooper S is prone to excessive oil vapor within the intake system. If you've ever taken off your intercooler, you most likely noticed a build up of oil within each rubber boot sealing each end of the intercooler. Spray some cleaner into it and you'll quickly discover massive amounts of oil that build up inside the intercooler! This oil coating is not in itself harmful to the general operation of the engine, but it does affect the performance by limiting the efficiency of the intercooler in cooling the compressed intake charge, not to mention gumming up various sensors and components.

The M7 Oil Catch Can is CNC machined from billet aluminum and adds a sharp, industrial look to your engine compartment. All hoses, brackets, and necessary fittings are included, including an oil drain plug at the bottom of the can with a magnet to snatch out any possible metal fragments. There is also a sight tube to let you know the amount of oil in the can at any one time. The hoses come in black and are designed specifically to handle oil, unlike silicone, which will eventually bleed through, discoloring the hose permanently. Includes easy-to-follow installation diagram.
M7 400cc Injectors
Our Price: $349.00

Designed specifically for high-horsepower (200+ hp) applications, the M7 400cc Fuel Injectors are the result a series of rigorous testing to give you top performance with no compromises.

The OEM MINI fuel injectors are rated at 340cc, pumping fuel at 80% duty cycle in a factory-tuned MINI Cooper S. Adding power mods (nitrous, pulley, etc.) will quickly take the stock injectors to and beyond 100% duty cycle. This may result in poor performance and possible catastrophic engine failure due to a lean, detonation-prone mixture.

M7 tested 440cc, 420cc, and 400cc, and found that both 400cc and 440cc gave us the performance gains we were looking for, while still maintaining a smooth idle and superb drivability. Our 400cc and 440cc Injectors are rebuilt OEM injectors, so they maintain the fantastic OEM fuel spray pattern, ensuring thorough fuel atomization for a clean burn, unlike many other OEM and aftermarket "squirting" injectors.

We have sold hundreds of these injectors without any dissatisfied customers, a testament to the superb build and performance quality of these fuel injectors.

Please Note: There is a core exchange charge for US customers of $100 per injector that will be refunded upon receipt of the customer's stock injectors. Note: corroded, pitted or broken injectors are not acceptable cores. A non-refundable core charge applies to all international orders, unless cores are received first.
M7 440cc Injectors
Our Price: $379.00

Designed specifically for high-horsepower (200+ hp) applications, the M7 400cc Fuel Injectors are the result a series of rigorous testing to give you top performance with no compromises.

The OEM MINI fuel injectors are rated at 340cc, pumping fuel at 80% duty cycle in a factory-tuned MINI Cooper S. Adding power mods (nitrous, pulley, etc.) will quickly take the stock injectors to and beyond 100% duty cycle. This may result in poor performance and possible catastrophic engine failure due to a lean, detonation-prone mixture.

M7 tested 440cc, 420cc, and 400cc, and found that both 400cc and 440cc gave us the performance gains we were looking for, while still maintaining a smooth idle and superb drivability. Our 400cc and 440cc Injectors are rebuilt OEM injectors, so they maintain the fantastic OEM fuel spray pattern, ensuring thorough fuel atomization for a clean burn, unlike many other OEM and aftermarket "squirting" injectors.

These injectors are very high flow units and require the use of an outboard fuel computer or similar device--they are NOT recommended for lower horsepower applications.

We have sold hundreds of these injectors without any dissatisfied customers, a testament to the superb build and performance quality of these fuel injectors.

Please Note: There is a core exchange charge for US customers of $100 per injector that will be refunded upon receipt of the customer's stock injectors. Note: corroded, pitted or broken injectors are not acceptable cores. A non-refundable core charge applies to all international orders, unless cores are received first.
M7/Venom Nitrous Kit
Our Price: $799.00

The M7/Venom Nitrous Kit is a revolutionary nitrous oxide system that will take nitrous use to the next level for the MINI Cooper S. Gone are the days of hoping that the amount of nitrous you've injected into your motor won't melt a piston or two.

This high-tech system monitors the O2 Sensor, Throttle Position Sensor, Fuel Injectors and Nitrous Solenoid. We didn't forget about tactile feedback with our system either! The M7/Venom System features a Nitrous Management Module that compares air/fuel ratios and throttle position with the amount of nitrous injected, ensuring that a dangerous lean condition will not occur. Our system shows current air/fuel ratio (either rich or lean) at a glance and arms the system with the throw of a switch.

The M7/Venom Nitrous Management Module is so sophisticated that it will override your engine's ECU and take control of the fuel injection, changing the pulse-width of all of the injectors to add more fuel under high load.

If tons of horsepower still isn't enough, M7 offers upgraded fuel injectors. You'll experience stunning horsepower gains with the security of the M7/Venom Nitrous Management Module. The M7/Venom Nitrous Kit comes complete with all the necessary parts for a successful installation, a step-by-step MINI-specific installation guide with color pictures, wiring diagrams and more.

M7/Venom Nitrous Kit Includes:
• 7 different nitrous valves (mild to wild)
• 10 lb. bottle
• Complete mounting hardware
• Nitrous Management Module

To top it off, the Limited Warranty has been extended from 90 days to 1 year for that extra peace of mind, exclusively for our MINI-specific system (please contact us for further details on the Limited Warranty).
ECU Tuning by Unichip (R53)
Our Price: $749.00

So you’ve done your mods . . . but you know there’s still more potential to push your MINI to the max. The solution is a custom ECU map built specifically for your car, based on maximizing every performance upgrade with software mods.



UNICHIP -
Add fun and excitement to driving with the Unichip Plug n' Play Performance System! The Unichip is an in-line, state-of-the-art computer upgrade that tunes stock and custom engine components to perform to their potential, safely and efficiently.

The Unichip is a computer that electronically resides between your car’s ECU and engine, releasing 100 percent of an engine’s untapped power. Sold worldwide for more than a decade, the Unichip is a tested and proven engine performance product used on the street, racetrack, and in off-road applications.

A Unichip installation consists of a Unichip computer module, a Plug-n-Play (PnP) wiring harness, and a performance map dyno-tuned for a specific vehicle & its components. The Unichip is a solid-state computer measuring the size and weight of a MP3 player, using multiple high-speed processors to control engine tuning & performance.

Unichip map capabilities include:
Customized for your car
Fuel map control
Ignition map control
Multiple maps for different fuel grades
Tire size correction
Gear ratio correction
Data logging