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Aftermarket accessories/light bulbs http://www.racinglab.com/accessories-light-bulbs.html
Aftermarket- Lights-rear-clear http://www.bimmian.com/MLN/MN
Aftermarket parts/ salvage-recycled http://www.lkqcorp.com/home/home.asp
Aftermarket parts/motor mounts-urethane http://www.autoxcooper.com/tsw_engine_damper.html#motormount
Aftermarket parts/radiator fan http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/03-04-05-06-MINI-COOPER-RADIATOR-COOLING-FAN-ASSEMBLY_W0QQitemZ270463430909QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item3ef8e070fd
Aftermarket parts/radiator fan http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/03-04-05-06-MINI-COOPER-RADIATOR-COOLING-FAN-ASSEMBLY_W0QQitemZ270463430909QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item3ef8e070fd
Aftermarket parts/radiator-fans-cabin filter http://www.logical-source.com/MINI.html
Aftermarket parts/shocks-struts http://www.ajusa.com/details/KONI-Sport-Shock-AbsorberStrut/251/0/8597/0?vc=KON&pn=Sport+Shock+Absorber/Strut&vq=S;+L4;+1.6L;+GAS;+Supercharged&
Aftermarket parts/shocks-struts-discount http://shox.com/
Aftermarket parts/transmission/UK http://www.gearfix.co.uk/
Aftermarketparts/wheels-rims http://www.whatrims.com/
Air horns installation-compact http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/166803-new-compact-italian-air-horns-for-mini-coopers.html
Air horns/install/DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133950
Airhorn installation http://www.mossmini.com/graphics/products/instructions/100-324.pdf
A-pillar removal for windshield replacement/Ref thread#6  http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=89373
A-pillar trim replacement-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/133943-a-pillar-exterior-trim-piece.html
Battery relocation for straight exhaust install Ref: post #37 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/drivetrain-cooper-s/138698-r53-battery-relocate-and-straight-exhaust.html
Bolt pattern chart/wheels http://www.myboltpattern.com/?gclid=CM_G6dOP-5cCFQ0xawod_m-0Dg
Bonnet latch repair http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/167137-help-with-hood-latch-bonnet.html
Bonnet release cable solution http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/171815-hood-release-cable-part.html
Boot not opening http://www.mini2.com/forum/maintenance-mini-care/154028-mini-boot-not-opening-help-please.html
Boot-stripes-diy-install-with-pics http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/73509-boot-stripes-diy-install-with-pics.html
Brake caliper painting and more DIY info http://www.c3club.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=491
Brake caliper/rear compressing technique http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/tires-wheels-and-brakes/164966-difficulty-compressing-the-rear-brake-piston-while-rotating-why.html
Brake light/third/ pulsar circuit http://www.gominigo.com/PULSAR.html
Brake pad change/DIY  http://bobo5.com/wp-content/uploads/Mini_Cooper_Front_Brake_Pads_How-to.pdf
Brake pads/Carbotech http://www.autoxcooper.com/carbotech_brake_pads.html
Brake upgrades http://www.mc2magazine.com/files/mc2no4_BrakeUpgrades.pdf
Brake/handbrake failure info http://www.mini2.com/forum/faults-fixes/122327-handbrake-failure-rollcall.html
Aftermarket parts/radiator/email 10 31 08 1-800-500-5010 Quick Cool....The guys name is Bob. very nice guy and cheapest anywhere. 
Brake-front-discs-pads change-DIY http://www.totalmini.com/forum/36-2001-2006-1st-generation/4083-1st-gen-how-change-front-discs-pads.html
Brakes/ kits-aftermarket http://zeckhausen.com/Mini/MINI_Cooper.htm
Brakes/R53 sport(JCW) brakes http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=RE33&mospid=48021&btnr=34_1502&hg=34&fg=95&hl=34
Brakes/sport kit retrofit -post-#24&102 http://www.mini2.com/forum/wheels-tyres-brakes/160329-john-cooper-works-twin-pot-16-brakes-2.html
Bulbs/headlight-very bright http://www.bulbs.com/eSpec.aspx?ID=15032&Ref=Category&RefId=13&Ref2=Light+Bulbs
Bumper plugs-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/174809-diy-bumper-plugs-front-license-removal-holes.html
Bumperplugs post #17 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5173
Bumperplugs/ post #17 http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5173
Air filter tests http://duramax-diesel.com/spicer/index.htm
Bushing relacement DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/suspension/63869-wishbone-bushing-install.html
Car cleaning myths(12) http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/wayoflife/06/13/aa.car.cleaning.myths/index.html
Claybar detailing techiques http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/detailing-101/165593-claying-the-can-do-tool-info-article.html
Clear bra installers/DC area http://www.proshieldinc.com/index.html
Clear bra material http://www.ventureshield.com/products.asp
Clear bra pattern selection http://members.invisiblepatterns.com/pattern_search.php?&region=na&type=1
Clear Bra--expel.com/dealers http://www.xpel.com/
Clearbra DIY http://www.invisiblemask.com/site.html
Clearbra installer directory http://www.clearbrafilms.com/?5c6c7658
Clearbra/DIY http://www.invisiblemask.com/site.html
Clearbra/DIY http://stores.ebay.com/Xtremecity
Cloth top cleaning product http://www.haartz.com/en/consumer_info/cleaning/cloth_top_cleaning.asp
Clutch/replacement recommendations http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/178887-original-clutch-died-after-just-126k-miles.html
Clutch-flywheel-and-quaife-install-overview http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/drivetrain-cooper-s/96588-clutch-flywheel-and-quaife-install-overview.html
Color abbreviations/Mini cheat sheet--ref posts #1,17,21,80 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/1st-gear/43877-mini-model-color-abbreviations-cheat-sheet.html
Coolant flush- DIY-post  #17 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/138805-coolant-flush-diy.html
Cooling fan fix http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/171119-strange-fix-for-stuck-radiator-fan.html
Decal/Roof/Union jack install-DIY http://www.motoringfile.com/howto/UJ%20Roof%20Decal.PDF
Decals/brake caliper http://www.vinzdecals.com/createcaliper.htm
Detailing Forum http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=264176
Ding repair/Youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miNykNl-0NM
Ding repair/Youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrXg1KXrN4k&NR=1
DIY clear bra-invisible mask http://www.invisiblemask.com/site.html
DIY front lip mod http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=134194
DIY paint job http://www.hotrod.com/techarticles/body/hrdp_0707_1962_ford_falcon_budget_paint_job/index.html
Battery condition affecting idle http://soopercooperinfo.com/batterycondition/html
DIY paint job #2 http://thebugshop.org/bsfqpnt.htm
DIY/Claybar/ Ref thread #11 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157517  Ref: thread#11
DIY/Key programming-how to/R53 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/97315-program-key-in-r53-how.html
DIY-Black headlight reflector painting http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2007/162062-red-bulls-joey-mod-complete-pictures-and-instructions.html
Battery/DEKA batteries/email 10 25 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage?fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=1817609930&da=0&midIndex=1&mid=1_28263_APjPjkQAASVqSQMbbwkC32drCrY&prevMid=1_28727_APzPjkQAAD6cSQM9OwzpVUx5wgk&nextMid=1_176_APzPjkQAANrLSPnlTAKOshnUZ98
Door hinge resistance repair http://www.mini2.com/forum/faults-fixes/166781-door-hinge-resistance-gone-wont-stay-open-now.html
Electric Window Motor&  Regulator/Repair http://www.z50ak1.com/mini/default.htm
Exterior mods/numerous-hard to find http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?faq=faq_exterior#faq_faq_clear_fronts
Fan/radiator- low speed resistor failure solution http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/174040-low-speed-fan-resistor-we-need-solution-2.html
Fender flares http://www.visracing.com/oldcatalog/product_info.php?products_id=2073&osCsid=ae8d770a36a17be0b173afccfd5e1e26
Films/Colored- transparent  http://signsupply.biz/Vinyl/Oracal/8300.asp
Front-badge-part-number http://www.mini2.com/forum/exterior/162566-mini-cooper-s-front-badge-part-number.html
Fuel Filler Cap Assembly Instructions for the MINI COOPER S http://www.outmotoring.com/images/how_to/Fillercap.pdf
Glass removal -DIY http://www.glassmagazine.com/files/2003_2004_mini_cooper.pdf
Glass removal pdf http://www.glassmagazine.com/files/2003_2004_mini_cooper.pdf
Glass removal pdf http://www.glassmagazine.com/files/2003_2004_mini_cooper.pdf
Glass restorer http://www.eastwoodco.com/
Glass/repair/ Kansas City area http://www.autoglassandtintshop.com/
Graphics installation/DIY http://www.minipirate.com/How%20To%27s.pdf
Grill-Aero/install from chrome to black http://www.motoringfile.com/howto/MINI_aero_grill_install.pdf
Grillcraft install http://www.grillcraft.com/installs/install_detail.aspx?install_id=165
Grills http://www.marketworks.com/StoreFrontProfiles/DeluxeSFItemDetail.aspx?sfid=56674&c=58664&i=144049546
Grills/Racemeshgrilles http://www.racemeshgrilles.com/orders.htm#Mini
Hatch/rear parts diagram http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=RC32&mospid=48010&btnr=41_1380&hg=41&fg=60
Headlight covering http://www.lamin-x.com/Mini-Cooper-01-06-Headlight-Covers-p/mn003.htm
Headlight washer replacement http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/165183-replacing-headlight-washer.html
Headlight/Xenon /aftermarket http://www.streetbeatcustoms.com/2005/Mini-Cooper/Mini-Cooper/Headlights/Headlights/
Headlights/How to aim http://www.danielsternlighting.com/tech/aim/aim.html
Hide Away Plate Holder  http://www.atozautolights.com/ProductInfo.asp?SelectedPart=MICOFCAU&SelectedId=7557&Make=MINI&Model=COOPER&Year=2006&Trim=Sny5r
Hitch/systems http://www.minidomore.com/mini_cooper_towing/golf_club_carrier.php
Hitch/systems http://www.minifini.com/Shop.aspx
Holder-Front License Plate-no holes http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6950
Inspections 1 and 2/post #4 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/166456-maintenance-schedule.html
Intercooler removal DIY http://webbmotorsports.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=28&func=view&id=2688&catid=2
Jack pads http://www.txwerks.com/servlet/Detail?no=27
Key/program-how to/R53 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/97315-program-key-in-r53-how.html
Lamps/driving-checkered covers-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/103794-diy-checkered-driving-lamp-covers.html
License plate holder design - no holes http://www.soopercooperinfo.com/Licenseplateholder.html
License plate holder/front-no shhow holes http://skenedesign.com/FPBracket/index.htm
License plate holder-no holes DIY http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6950
License plate holder-show n go http://www.amazon.com/Show-Go-License-Plate-Holder/dp/B001E4E0ZW
License plate holder-show n go http://altecproducts.coml
Lifts for Minis http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/164472-bulb-conversion-chart-for-the-mini-cooper-s.html
Light bulb conversion chart http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/164472-bulb-conversion-chart-for-the-mini-cooper-s.html
Light bulb replacement guide http://www.sylvania.com/ConsumerProducts/AutomotiveLighting/LampReplacementGuide/
Light bulb replacement/non auto HVAC/DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/151097-diy-non-auto-hvac-light-bulb-replace.html
Light bulbs http://www.danielsternlighting.com/products/products.html
Light -Tail light install DIY http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=15951
Light/backup replacement DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/156314-replacing-backup-reverse-light.html
Light/brake-backup replacement pdf-post #5 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/180363-replacing-a-brake-light-in-the-2005-mini-and-back-up-light-popped-off.html
Light/brake-backup replacement pdf-post #5 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/180363-replacing-a-brake-light-in-the-2005-mini-and-back-up-light-popped-off.html
Light/fog repair/retrofit http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/gallery/data/500/Fog_Light_Retrofit.pdf
Light/Fog-bulb replacement (03MC)-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/154510-replace-fog-light-bulbs-03-mc.html
Light/front fog repair/retrofit http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16615
Light/halogen bulb replacement options-post #20 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2007/169550-halogen-replacement-bulb-options.html
Light/headlight bulb replacement DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/102036-headlight-bulb-replacement.html
Light/interior lense removal-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/cabrio-talk-2005-2008/180782-interior-light-lens-removal.html
Light/LED rear fog http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/163274-has-anyone-used-leds-in-the-rear-fog-light.html
Light/license plate bulb replacement DIY-post #7 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/179140-removing-bulbs.html
Light/Rear Fender Replacement-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/175439-rear-fender-light-replacement.html
Light/rear fog-brake light mod  http://www.ummoto.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=21&p=8
Light/Tail light disassembly mod/DIY http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=14053&highlight=chad+mod
Classic MINI--mention NAM for discount/email 18 aug 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage;_ylt=Arm0.kcQPgZ1ip4eRcFqOvpjk70X?mid=1_38177_APXPjkQAAID6SKlw2wjKsyehVA0&fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=1920761731&da=0
Light/Tail light disassembly/DIY http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showpost.php?p=149041&postcount=31
Light/tail- replacement-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/169165-04-mc-passenger-side-brake-light-went-out-and-need-help-replacing-it.html
Lightbar mount/purchase http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153870
Lighting reference guide http://autolumination.com/
Lights/fog/xenon conversion http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/electrical/174687-where-to-find-foglight-xenons.html
Lights/head-aftermarket http://store.candlepower.com/osraulhiouh7.html
Lights/head-aftermarket http://www.luminicsusa.com/
Lights/Headlight bulbs-high intensity http://www.suvlights.com/product_info.php?products_id=99
Lights/LED http://www.oznium.coml
Lights/LED-aftermarket http://www.plasmaled.com/
Lights/rear-how to paint-non S http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/cooper-non-s/150142-how-to-custom-paint-your-rear-lights-tutorial.html
Lights/tail light install/DIY http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=15951
Lights-automotive/Philips http://www.lighting.philips.com/ca_en/automotive/index.php?main=ca_en_automotive&parent=ca_en_automotive&id=ca_en_automotive&lang=en
Lights-backup-replacement DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/156314-replacing-backup-reverse-light.html
Lights--bulbs http://www.bulbs.com/eSpec.aspx?ID=15032&Ref=Category&RefId=13&Ref2=Light+Bulbs
Lights-tail aftermarket http://www.yourhotcar.com/product/list/2005/Mini_Cooper/Mini_Cooper/Headlights_&_Tail_Lights/Tail_Lights/
Mirror cap swap http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=97142&highlight=mirror
Mirror caps/replacement, etc. http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?faq=faq_exterior#faq_faq_wing_mirror_caps
Mirror Glass replacement/outside http://new.minimania.com/web/Item/NMA2080/InvDetail.cfm
Mirror/outside wing/replacement source http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Parts-Accessories_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__02-03-04-05-06-07-Mini-Cooper-Mirror-Right-Power-RH_W0QQitemZ370124796502QQddnZPartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2865QQddiZ2811QQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item370124796502&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A543%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318
Mirror/rear view removal/replacement/09 MCS http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/178780-success-rear-view-mirror-removal-and-replacement-installed-lots-of-pics.html
Mirror-Diy-power-folding-mirror-installation http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/94791-diy-power-folding-mirror-installation.html
Mirror-Power folding install-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/94791-diy-power-folding-mirror-installation.html
Mirrors/Multivex https://secure57.softcomca.com/multivexmirror_net/index.html
Mudflap install/R50 front/DIY http://www.outmotoring.com/images/how_to/FrontMudFlaps.pdf
Mudflap/front installation DIY/R56 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/attachments/how-to/21839d1181502710-interior-exterior-front-mud-flaps-install-admasaltaminifrontflaps.pdf
Mudflaps part # http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=RE32&mospid=48020&btnr=82_1142&hg=82&fg=44
Mudflaps/R53 rear http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133235
Component rebuilders/email 16 mar 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage;_ylt=Arm0.kcQPgZ1ip4eRcFqOvpjk70X?mid=1_176424_APjPjkQAAKgoR92NUgpT12XKnho&fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=763705801&da=0
Multifunction steering wheel retrofit kit parts http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/73846-rear-mudflaps-on-my-mcsc.html
Newministuff.com/retrofit heated mirrrors http://www.newministuff.com/new/index.php
Oxygen(O2) sensor location http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/178618-where-is-the-o2-sensor.html
Pain/touchup http://www.automotivetouchup.com/spray_paint.asp
Paint chip repair http://aerocolours.com/
Paint repair/Langka http://www.langka.com/
Paint/ MINI Color codes/exterior/under hood http://www.sunshineminis.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=16182
Paint/Expresspaint.com http://www.expresspaint.com/index.asp
Paint/touch up http://www.drcolorchip.com/
Paint/Touch up paint http://www.paintscratch.com/apple.html
Paint/touchup http://www.automotivetouchup.com/spray_paint.asp
Detailed Writeup on Changing Brake Pads-Beginners/email 17 aug 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage?fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=421073750&da=0&midIndex=1&mid=1_38933_APjPjkQAATh1SKiKGQCI9AXpEqM&prevMid=1_25054_APfPjkQAAXC5SMFYkgcZJkAPZcg&nextMid=1_39827_APnPjkQAALUSSKcB3wLyJScDO7
Paint/touchup http://www.automotivetouchup.com/spray_paint.asp
Paint/Touchup paint http://www.autosharppen.com/
Paint/Touchup paint http://www.paintscratch.com/?gclid=CKbt4YCJoZMCFQObFQodkQ703g
Paint/Touchup paint http://www.paintscratch.com/
Park distance control install/DIY pdf http://motoringfile.com/howto/rear_PDC_USA.pdf
Performance/Veloce http://www.novuspolish.com/
Plastic cleaner http://www.plexusplasticcleaner.com/about.html
Power folding mirorr install-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94791&highlight=folding+DIY
Power steering pump failure info http://www.mini2.com/forum/first-generation-faults-fixes/49527-important-have-you-had-power-steering-pump-failure-please-vote-yes-no-47.html#post3686894
Radiator fan replacement-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/141567-cooling-fan-replacement-steps-it-is-not-as-bad-as-you-are-thinking.html#post2259037
Rear mudflaps on MCS http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=73846
Rear spoiler http://www.estrictlyforeign.com/asp/product.asp?category=1&ID=1057
Rear window wiper part numbers http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=RC33&mospid=48014&btnr=61_1462&hg=61&fg=45&hl=4
Rear wiper assembly http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=RE33&mospid=48021&btnr=61_1462&hg=61&fg=45
Rear wiper blade re-fills (perfect fit and cheap) http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141598
Rear Wiper blade replacement--cheap/nam http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141598&highlight=rear+wiper+blade+replacement+cheap
Removing front wiper arms http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=156477
Removing mirror covers http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=97142
Roof Rack/OEM boltsize-post#5 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/161629-help-lost-my-oem-roof-rack-bolts.html
Roof trim molding removal http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/interior-exterior/144743-rain-gutter-trim.html
Roof trim molding removal (continued) http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/150210-drip-rail-removal.html
Roof-rack-trouble-missing-screws http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/170585-mini-r53-roof-rack-trouble-missing-screws.html
Rust repair and prevention http://www.tsrennsport.com/weblog/?p=381
Safety of replacement windshields http://www.glasslinks.com/newsinfo/detsafe.htm
Screw thread inserts http://www.helicoil.in/
DIY sources/email 17 mar 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage;_ylt=Arm0.kcQPgZ1ip4eRcFqOvpjk70X?mid=1_173543_APjPjkQAAUXuR96SXw46TFQC6vU&fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=823687986&da=0
Serpentine belt replacement-DIY http://www.motoringalliance.com/library/1st-generation-mini-cooper-how-to-3/replacing-the-serpentine-belt-on-an-r53-mcs-3/
Side marker(scuttle) installations instructions http://www.minimania.com/images/instructions/NMA3032_instr.pdf
Side skirts http://www.yourhotcar.com/prod/VIS_Racing/Body_Kits_&_Conversions/Side_Skirts/Euro_Tech_Side_Skirts/11297
Slow down a little, save a lot of gas http://www.raamaudio.com/cgi-bin/index.cgi?p=pr&_scb=2
Sound deadening material http://www.sounddeadenershowdown.com/
Sound deadening material http://www.b-quiet.com/
Sound deadening material http://www.edesignaudio.com/product_info.php?cPath=1_24&products_id=51
Spare tire source http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200293583427&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010
Sport Link Install How-to by OctaneGuy  http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?p=551341#post551341
Spray on auto bra http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/car+maintenance/everyday+and+storage/spray-on+protection+bra.do?search=basic&keyword=spray+on+protection&sortby=newArrivals&page=1
Spring car care http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/products/products/218379/spring_car_care.html
Engine Suspension Replacement/email 12 08 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage;_ylt=Arm0.kcQPgZ1ip4eRcFqOvpjk70X?mid=1_47020_APnPjkQAAGxfSKJGQwS5BRjAsno&fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=2067615924&da=0
Springs/Installation DIY-Ref: thread #1 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=92737  Ref:thread #1
Engine ticking noise/email 21 oct 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage?fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=1470620395&da=0&midIndex=0&mid=1_25351_APnPjkQAADhhSP3Yqg6tD2u9NyY&f=1&nextMid=1_176_APzPjkQAANrLSPnlTAKOshnUZ98&m=1_25351_APnPjkQAADhhSP3Yqg6tD2u9NyY,1
Engine ticking noise/email 21 oct 08 Mine recently started ticking at idle and low rpms. The noise was coming from the belt area. Took it to the dealership and they told me the belt tensioner needed to be adjusted and a new belt also was added becuase it was cracked. Now its fixed and there 
Stickers http://www.minipirate.com/shop.htm
stickers http://www.tdistickers.com/index.php?page=shop.cart&func=cartAdd&product_id=39&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=1&vmcchk=1&Itemid=1
Stickers/Eyes and eyelids http://www.rogueminis.com/index.html
Stickers-Make bumper stickers http://www.makestickers.com/
Stickers-Makestickers http://www.makestickers.com/
Stripe supplies http://www.beacongraphics.com/
Stripe-Boot/ DIY install/ pictoral http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=73509
Stripes/Custom http://www.mightystripes.com/
Stripes/Custom http://www.aestheticreations.net/
Stripes/Custom http://www.lylesvinylstyles.net/
Stripes/custom graphics http://www.cooperflags.com/info.cfm
Stripes/restriping-DIY http://widgetninja.wordpress.com/2009/12/13/re-striping-the-mini/
External differences for pre '05 MCS/Wednesday, August 20, 2008 7:32 AM http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage;_ylt=Arm0.kcQPgZ1ip4eRcFqOvpjk70X?mid=1_36786_APzPjkQAAJYSSKwO%2BAU2cyBj%2FEo&fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=646325858&da=0
Strut installation instructions-w/pics http://www.minicarparts.net/Instructions/M3000FSD_Product_Instructions.cfm
Strut/shocks installation DIY w/pics http://lyle.smu.edu/rcam/cpm3v/minisprings/minisprings_2.htm
Strut/spring installation DIY w/pics http://www.lonestarminiclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=425
Strut-gas-lift support for bonnet/boot/aftermarket http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Lift-Supports-Depot__W0QQ_armrsZ1
Sunroof motor repair DIY http://www.miniforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31
Sunroof sticking due to high temps/service bulletin /R55-56 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=137737&page=15/Tread 355
Suspension Bushings http://store.powerflexusa.com/shared/StoreFront/default.asp?CS=powerflex&StoreType=BtoC&Count1=128338038&Count2=45478463
Sway bar install/DIY http://www.lonestarminiclub.com/forums/showthread.php?p=4062#post4062
Thermostat replacement post#2 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/180786-thermostat-problems-help.html
Thermostat replacement post#2 DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/180786-thermostat-problems-help.html
Tire chains-post#5 http://www.motoringunderground.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4217
Tire comparison http://lacar.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=1062
Tire comparison #2 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/tires-wheels-and-brakes/168429-tire-comparison-showdown.html
Tire repair information http://www.dynaplug.com/repair.html
Tire Review/summer/Car & Driver http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison_test/tires/tire_test_nine_affordable_summer_tires_take_on_the_michelin_ps2_comparison_test
Fixing a broken key/email 18 oct 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage?fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=134098008&da=0&midIndex=0&mid=1_20184_APrPjkQAAFheSPpqVwLrVA3%2F%2Fkw&f=1&nextMid=1_176_APzPjkQAANrLSPnlTAKOshnUZ98&m=1_20184_APrPjkQAAFheSPpqVwLrVA3%2F
Fixing door window motor/email Sept 07 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage?fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=519433086&da=0&midIndex=0&mid=1_22027_APjPjkQAAUWjSMR9dwV3oyAhZIc&f=1&nextMid=1_22742_APfPjkQAAQnhSMPuVAQTIgEQ%2FpY&m=1_22027_APjPjkQAAUWjSMR9dwV3oyAhZI
Tires/ Determining the age of a tire  http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=11
Tires/discount online http://www.tires-easy.com/
Tire-test-all-season-vs-snow-vs-summer http://www.insideline.com/features/tire-test-all-season-vs-snow-vs-summer.html
Former Rover Engineer on new MINI Development /email nov 01 08  http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage?fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=1024767332&da=0&midIndex=0&mid=1_26132_APzPjkQAAEaWSQy1wQjBzwtj92o&f=1&nextMid=1_176_APrPjkQAAARZSQX0pAnj6zTEklw&m=1_26132_APzPjkQAAEaWSQy1wQjBzwtj92o,1_176_APrPjkQAAARZSQX0pAnj6zTEklw,1_675_APXPjkQAAI%2FsSQX0LgYBASTemG4,1_1189_APzPjkQAANrLSPnlTAKOshnUZ98,1_1688_APnPjkQAAJrqSPjZWQhBB1rQdbU,1_2187_APbPjkQAAFm6SPiYtweUiEOPjBM,
Tow hook thead count http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=137246
Track brake talk http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152015
Transparent film http://www.oracal.com/products/product.asp?seriesID=201
Trim dressing-black/Zymol http://www.zymol.com/zymolseal85oz.aspx
Trim-"A" Pillar/ replacement http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133943
Trim/A pillar replacement http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144856&highlight=replacing+a+pillar+trim
Vibration issues expected at 95K miles http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/166938-vibration-in-heavy-rain.html
Vinyl graphics removal techniques/NAM http://www.soopercooperinfo.com/VinylGraphicsRemoval.html
Vinyl graphics-Lylesvinyls http://www.lylesvinylstyles.net/
Fuel filter replacement pictoral/email 16 aug 08 http://us.mc327.mail.yahoo.com/mc/showMessage;_ylt=Arm0.kcQPgZ1ip4eRcFqOvpjk70X?mid=1_39827_APnPjkQAALUSSKcB3wLyJScDO7o&fid=Mini%2520Notes&sort=date&order=down&startMid=0&.rand=452930264&da=0
Vinyl wrap Workshops http://www.rolanddga.com/color/university/workshops/detail.asp?cid=33
Wheel alignment shops-KC area http://forums.kcminiclub.com/viewtopic.php?t=1771
Wheel arch painting techniques-- post#13 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/detailing-101/142842-touch-up-paint-clear-coat-question.html
Wheel bearing/ how to determine a bad wheel bearing http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/155986-how-to-find-determine-bad-wheel-bearing.html
Wheel painting DIY http://www.acuraworld.com/forums/f66/painting-wheels-diy-71554/
Wheel/centercaps http://www.centercaps.net/index.php
Wheel/MINI info and FAQ http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?faq=faq_wheels_tyres
Wheel/Rim Fixes/ Ref: threads 17&18 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157216   Ref: threads 17&18
Wheel-bearing-hub-replacement-front-DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/115156-front-wheel-bearing-hub-replacement.html
Gasoline/The Low-Down on High Octane Gasoline http://soopercooperinfo.com/gasolineoctane/html
Wheels/aftermarket http://www.whatrims.com/
Wheels/rim repair http://www.autopia-carcare.com/realwhda.html
Wheels/rims-aftermarket http://www.whatrims.com/
Wheels-rims/aftermarket http://aftermarket-wheelsrims-swicki.eurekster.com/minicooper/
Window failure/regulator/fix http://www.mini2.com/forum/first-generation-faults-fixes/161501-electric-window-not-working.html
Window Motor/regulator repair/DIY http://www.z50ak1.com/mini/default.htm
Window treatment/ Dimon Fusion  http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=126849
Window treatment/Aquapel http://www.aquapel.com./
Window/auto up circuit/cheap http://www.mini2.com/forum/interior-ice/171442-cheap-auto-up-passengerwindow-r50-r52-r53.html
Window-electric motor reconditioning DIY http://www.mini2.com/forum/faults-fixes/149681-electric-window-motor-reconditioning-guide.html
Windshield protection--Glasgard http://www.thegsmstore.net/bg-glasgard1.htm
Windshield replacement advice/seal http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/166875-replacing-windshield-advice-for-mini-owners.html
Windshield washer fluid reservoir/Accessing http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/156959-accessing-windshield-washer-fluid-reservoir.html
Windshield washer pump troubleshooting http://forum.minicooper.org/showthread.php?t=9947
Windshield wiper arm /advice on how to remove  http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/stock-problems-issues/156477-removing-front-wiper-arms.html
Windshield wiper blades http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=127859
Windshield wiper blades http://www.pelicanparts.com/euro/catalog/shopcart/Y002/POR_Y002_MISCLL_pg1.htm#item2
Windshield wiper insert replacements http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/178195-windshield-wipers.html
Windshield wiper motor /front/install DIY http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99936
Wiper blade/rear insert cheap http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/coupe-talk-2002-2006/141598-rear-wiper-blade-refills-perfect-fit-and-cheap.html