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Walnut shell blasting

PostPosted: Sun Aug 09, 2015 5:00 pm
by irlmin
As some of you may know R56 MINI Cooper S turbo models especially the N14 engined models suffer from carbon build-up on the valve backs , there have been various ways to deal with this some involving cylinder head removal some chemical , BMW developed a solution using crushed walnut shells being blasted into the ports following inlet manifold removal and the residue vacuumed out . walnut shells are a blasting media that do no damage even if a little is left behind . good news is We now have the capability to carry out this procedure after many months of trying to get our hands on the tools ---- long story !! . give Me a call or PM for pricing or appointment .
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Re: Walnut shell blasting

PostPosted: Fri Aug 14, 2015 10:29 am
by Masterbiker
I had this done last week.

My valves weren't super clogged up like some of the N14 engines can be, so I don't think I was loosing any power, but I still feel that there has been quite a difference. Especially with idle speeds and the smoothness of the power delivery. So I am very happy with the outcome :)