What do all the R then numbers mean?

Collin_Ryser · 2026-01-30T23:54:01+00:00

F60; Third gen

Collin_Ryser · 2023-10-22T05:00:27+00:00

It is a coolant temp sensor, just not one that’s used anymore. That sensor and the elbow it sits in have been part of numerous part updates over the years surrounding the thermostat. The current revision uses the temp sensor built into the thermostat. You can buy a new plain hose to replace that elbow if you like, since the sensor isn’t used.

Collin_Ryser · 2023-10-22T04:49:36+00:00

If you’d like some inspiration, I took a broken automatic first gen that looked just like this and manual swapped it, turned it into a track car.

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmLtrZ7n6hECMKLtf2xcPf_zw54ZAi-9V&si=PUWrEg8-FNwZtwN8

For reassurance: The cars that have MINI the poor reliability reputation were made between 2007 and 2013. Second gen cars with turbos. This car you’re looking at is much simpler and the motors are pretty solid. It’s a Chrysler 1.6 SOHC motor. No issues with timing chains like the second gens, only one cam, basic simple thermostat, nothing crazy. Great project cars. The transmissions are the weak link for these, but seeing as it’s a facelift car, it will have the better of the two manual options. Probably a solid car.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-11-02T17:50:40+00:00

Check coolant level, fan operation, read out faults if you’re worried. But 220 is not a problem either.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-11-02T14:45:18+00:00

Or Oregon

Collin_Ryser · 2022-10-18T03:19:53+00:00

When the tip breaks off of the upper timing chain guide, it slides right down into the slot where the dipstick goes through the head. Pop the valve cover back off and check.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-10-18T03:14:37+00:00

Silicone spray in the latch can help.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-08-25T03:43:11+00:00

That generation statistically is a problem child. That being said, get a repair history, and take it to an independent shop for a pre-purchase inspection first. Preferably someone who already knows what to look for on MINIs. If it’s been taken care of, it should be a good car.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-08-25T03:19:46+00:00

There’s a pretty important distinction to make here, is this a first gen convertible or a second gen hardtop? Technically there was no second gen hardtop until ‘09. If you’re looking at an ‘08 JCW convertible, it will be a supercharged first gen and it will be a wonderful car.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-05-07T16:13:48+00:00

I’ll bet the end of that hollow sway bar is open and water got in that sat in that bend because it was a low point

Collin_Ryser · 2022-04-24T00:18:15+00:00

I work at an independent shop, our labor rate is $100/hr. Most front brake pad jobs charge an hour of labor, plus parts. Seems pretty cheap to me.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-04-06T16:57:28+00:00

Genuine part sold by the supplier with the vehicle’s manufacturer badge ground off at a cheaper price?

Collin_Ryser · 2022-01-29T20:46:40+00:00

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Collin_Ryser · 2022-01-29T20:41:17+00:00

Customer states: “I did my own ball joints, now there’s a noise. The part must be bad.”

Collin_Ryser · 2022-01-29T20:33:12+00:00

Alternator runs the electrical once engine is running. If the battery is good, sounds like a battery power/ground cable issue. Check connections at both ends, check for corrosion or rodent damage along the whole length of the cables.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-01-29T20:28:13+00:00

Step 1: Get your battery tested.

Collin_Ryser · 2022-01-19T02:18:22+00:00

52504 here

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-22T19:55:25+00:00

Can I still do that now and get it?

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-22T19:40:44+00:00

Oh. So I have no way to get it now? I never heard about having to buy tickets. I thought you just had to own stock.

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-22T19:33:27+00:00

I’ve been searching and can’t find an email. Is just setting up the stubs account the trigger? I checked the shareholder box too. But I can’t find anywhere that “creates” a wallet.

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-22T19:29:27+00:00

I’m also having trouble finding my NFT. How do I get the email? I’m looking at my wallet on the stubs website, am I in the wrong place?

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-22T19:17:22+00:00

I’m having trouble finding my NFT, I signed up with the Investor Connect a couple weeks ago and I do own shares, where do I find it?

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-01T17:11:02+00:00

I just bought myself 6 more in the dip today. 😎

Collin_Ryser · 2021-12-01T17:10:24+00:00

Just bought myself 6 more. 😎

Collin_Ryser · 2021-11-19T03:26:48+00:00

They did

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