R56 Mini Cooper S - USB Charger Retrofit (CHEAP mod you need but havent done)*ANY CAR*
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- In this video I install a USB adapter permanently in the R56 mini cooper S in place of the cigarette lighter. This by far isthe most useful modification I have done to my interior besides the cravenspeed fixie phone mount.
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You should add a unibit to your tool box. It's a tapered drill bit that comes in multiple sizes and steps. While it offers multiple sizes it would also make holes a lot cleaner and keep the hole centered. Plus would have taken you maybe 5-10 seconds on that hole and be perfectly milled out.
Like all these small mod.
Just did my lighter switch out today... came out looking awesome! Thanks for the video, helped me out today.
Top man. Since watching these videos I have changed HPFPump as idle wasnt very smooth. Also I have removed the intercooler muffler. I installed the AEM induction kit and am now chasing a Milltek sports cat.
MrAssassinash do you know if your cat is CA legal?
Bikelife Kevin Im in the U.K England. The sports cat is legal and should pass MOT. It just allows more of a free flow.
I got my 08 Clubman 2 months ago and I’ve done about half of the mods you show. This one was the best. Keep it up!
Purchasing a Cooper S later in the year-all these mod vids will come in handy.
i realize I'm pretty off topic but do anybody know of a good site to stream new series online?
@Ignacio Bronson I use FlixZone. You can find it by googling =)
Mine should be arriving this week. I got one for the front cigarette lighter socket, and one for the back power port. My shift knob and adapter are at home in my mailbox. Thanks for all the great mod ideas!
Alright! Oh man I completely forgot about the one in the rear!
$9 upgrade. Simple. Clean. Takes 30 mins max.
Just did this today! I used a similar unit, but black with a red LED and the results are terrific. Thanks so much for your video. It helped out immensely.
could you give me a link to the one you bought
@@a_michaud25 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HPSYBKE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Another great video!
This is actually something that applies to pretty much any vehicle with a cigarette lighter ;) I love your editing in this video!
Thanks! ya your right !LOL
I like that shifter better. Need to upgrade mine to something like that
This was one of the first mods I did to my mini when I got it. I call it a bimmerdude special 😂
Just did this mod in my 2014 Coupe.... PERFECT....... THANK YOU
Keep up the great content ! I'm looking to get a Mini Cooper S soon and your videos inspire me to do so many sweet mods to it ! Thank you so much !
Sweet! I am definitely doing this mod!
nice video - thanks, always test before putting it back together
Hey, thanks for the tips, away to do this to my mini. All the tips like what wire to connect where and how you used the dremal tool were great, luckily I’ve got the same tool. Would be good to see what screws and bolts you took out/ where to open up the centre console etc. + what tools you used. Either way best video tutorial I’ve seen so far so appreciate the help man!
Great tutorial, really nice little add on,might install one in the back for passengers,thank you for inspiration,aloha, Kenneth
Brilliant video directions, and Great Music. Good Job Brother!!
If you are interested in doing this use a step drill bit to widen the hole and put the lock nut on the back instead of threading it on so that you don't risk twisting the wires off during installation.
Fab vlog. Thanks again for sharing buddy!
I went to install my Sports cat and down pipe today. Could not remove a bolt underneath which secures below the cat to the resonater pipe. I sprayed it with WD40 repeatedly. Its solid. Next move will be a garage with a high air pressured, deep socket nut remover to loosen it for me.
MrAssassinash you might have better luck with a butane torch
Great little mod.
Thanks so much bro!
Loved this!! Can you install mine for me? PLEASE? I have a 2013 mini Countryman. 😏. Where are you based at? Hey! I'm serious. 😁 This is exactly what I need.
Just did this exact mod, cheers bimmer dude 👍🏼😊
Yoooooo I did this to my mini about a month ago and I have no regrets but I extended the wires just Incase I have to take it apart again I have room to pull up
pretty cool, i might have add to my to do list
I miss the videos with the mini
I'll be next to try this mod
Love your videos.
I have a 2005 Mini Cooper S. I just broke my glovebox the other day and can't find any videos how to get the latch back together. The latch pieces came out. Not broken but don't know how goes back together correctly. I got it back together but doesn't work. Glove box won't latch to stay shut.
Any suggestions
I JUST DID THE SAMETHING. HOW A GOOD GADGET FOR STREAMING BLUETOOTH
You da bomb man
thx
I have a 2011 Mini Cooper S, where is the Aux cord input?
Hi my cigarette lighter is blocked, I bought a USB Bluetooth device to use for music in my Mini Cooper 2009. I’m wondering do I need to do this with the wires or is there a way I can get the cover off? I’ve tried pulling it and it’s just bringing out the whole section! Any advice is appreciated!
Cool Idea, noticed your seats are you happy with them? Which model are they I am looking for a cloth sport seat to replace the seats in my Mini
Cheers
I did this and I think the one I bought draws too much power. The HVAC fans are now behaving erratically
can it be used with a psr USB stick to listen to music?
Love ur Channel bro. I just purchases my first r56. 09 100k. What donu suggests for an alternative for a replacement clutch that is a bit better then stock? What i found are outrageously expensive. Thanks
Hey friend! Thanks for the support be sure to check out my website for deals I have found on ebay. I have a listing for a clutch kit for under 260$ listed on there. Unfortunately it does not come with a flywheel though. hope that helps you out man
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Clutch Masters fx250 with a lightweight steel flywheel is around $1100 and is amazing I've had for about 3k miles so far and is a really good clutch kit.
Nice install. How is this an improvement over the normal drop in usb charger that just drops into the cigarette lighter?
Thanks man! It charges REALLY fast. Its a 2.1amp charger on both plugs instead of a 1.2 and 2.1amp that most of the dual chargers come with. Thanks for watching!
What are going to be your plans for the audio in the car? My girl has a 09 jcw and so it already has the USB port but terrible audio with no Bluetooth to play music. Only for phone calls. Just curious
you are right on point sir :) stay tuned.
Nice!! How is the power output? I mean is it fast charging?
sircarter88 yeah it actually charges pretty fast it went from 20% battery to about 60% in about 15 minutes worth of driving
My MCS roof get stuck after park at warm area for a period of time. It doesn't open all the way up. It works ok in cool weather. If you have the same prob please show away to fix it?
Hey man, no i dont have this issue sorry bro. You may want to clean the tracks and re grease them.
where did you get that shifter sleeve that leaves the shaft exposed? seen at 2:05 I wanna do this to my car but havent been able to find anything like it.
How come he stopped posting?
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How is the reliability on the mini? it's a N14 or N18 engine?
I really want to buy one as a daily but I am concerned about the reliability.
it already has a usb port doesnt it?
Ever consider turning off auto focus? So atleast one of your videos will be in focus lmao - good stuff though
Hey dude. Great videos.
I'm a new adopter of the R56 Mini cooper S. (2008) I'm currently at 126k miles. Will these cars go much higher than 150k miles?
Mine is at 200000 and still going
What kind of coilovers do you have on your mini bro
I cant find it on your site? Do you have a hyperlink?
I have this
Why did you switch out your seat?
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Hi is this part on eBay mate I want one for my r56
Gav Brown yes sir it's down in my description I have it listed on my website
Bimmer Dude I cant find it !!
Gav Brown bimmderdude.wixsite.com/bimerdudeautomotiveg/mini-cooper-parts
Hahaha wtf or u could just get a car that actually works
can i write you on instagram?