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12-15-2012, 03:22 PM
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SMI in Mini Cooper
Has anyone installed an SMI Stay-IN-Play Duo in a Mini Cooper? If so, where did you install the operating unit in the crowded area under the hood?
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12-15-2012, 03:32 PM
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They have great customer support. Here's a link to contact them for instructions.
Cliff
http://www.smibrake.com/installations.html
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12-15-2012, 06:19 PM
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Thanks, but these are just general instructions. Doesn't tell me where to install the unit in my crowded mini.
Toad: 2006 Mini Cooper S Convertible
Baseplate: Roadmaster EZ Brackets
Towbar: Roadmaster Stowaway 5000
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2013 Ventana 4018, 380 ISC 8.3L
2008 Ford Edge and 2006 Mini Cooper S Conv
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12-15-2012, 06:25 PM
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They may be able to answer that for you.
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12-16-2012, 12:24 AM
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Thanks, I'll check it out. I really appreciate the response.
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2013 Ventana 4018, 380 ISC 8.3L
2008 Ford Edge and 2006 Mini Cooper S Conv
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12-16-2012, 06:09 AM
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Please let us know what you discovered, the Mini Cooper is on our short list of towed vehicles, and the SMI our first choice in auxiliary braking.
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12-16-2012, 12:22 PM
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Will do soon as I hear back from SMI
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2008 Ford Edge and 2006 Mini Cooper S Conv
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12-16-2012, 05:34 PM
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mini cooper is just too "mini", does it really make a difference with or without an aux brake?
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12-17-2012, 11:43 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sdlcrazier
mini cooper is just too "mini", does it really make a difference with or without an aux brake?
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FYI - My 2006 Mini is listed at 2700 pounds curb weight and 3700 Gross so many states require brakes. My CRV is listed at 3430 curb only about 700 pounds difference.
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12-17-2012, 11:59 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sdlcrazier
mini cooper is just too "mini", does it really make a difference with or without an aux brake?
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In Nevada you must have auxiliary braking for anything over 1500#.
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12-18-2012, 08:22 AM
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I faced the same "mini" space problem when I was looking at an SMI system to use in my Honda Fit. What I did instead is get the RVi braking system. It is easy to setup and works great.
And regardless of what your state rules are, any responsible owner will add brakes (and breakaway capabilities) to his toad.
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12-18-2012, 09:46 AM
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Thanks for the info and I agree with you: always, always - safety first!!
So an update: SMI has confirmed that the unit can be installed in a Mini. Soon as I get it installed, will let you know the details.
Bill
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2013 Ventana 4018, 380 ISC 8.3L
2008 Ford Edge and 2006 Mini Cooper S Conv
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12-18-2012, 09:47 AM
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Thanks for the update.
Cliff
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04-20-2013, 08:40 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Clifftall
Thanks for the update.
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Finally an update: will have the SMI installed in my 2006 MCS Convertible on May 2 nd. Will provide info and pictures then.
Bill
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2008 Ford Edge and 2006 Mini Cooper S Conv
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