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Pleasingly, the ‘469’ profile increases power throughout the rev range from 2500 rpm, right up to the 7550 rpm limiter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeak torque jumps by 9 lb.ft at 4400 rpm, with substantial gains of 10-12 lb.ft from 5000 rpm to 7550 rpm, making the Cat Cams ‘Sport’ camshaft the ideal fast road profile as it exceeds the performance of the stock cam at every point in the rev range.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResults are with the ECU tuned to the same fuelling with no ignition timing adjustments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you can see the Cat Cams 1302469 camshaft keeps pulling and just doesn't seem to want to drop off at higher rpm, so our next mod will be some ARP rod bolts and see if there is anything left beyond 7500 - 7550rpm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"color: #000000; font-family: calibri; font-size: medium;\" src=\"http:\/\/www.1320.co.uk\/images\/thumbs\/0000569.jpg\" alt=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cat Cams R53 MINI Cooper S 1302469 ‘Sport’ cam profile carries the following technical specification:-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDuration@ 0.1 mm+cl             Duration@ 1.0 mm+cl         Max Valve Lift    \u003c\/span\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e262°\/ 266°                                  218°\/ 222°                             10.00 \/ 8.50 mm         \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor comparison, the OEM BMW R53 MINI Cooper S camshaft technical data:-\u003cbr\u003e255° \/ 254°                                 198° \/ 200°                             8.40 \/ 7.85 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePriced at just £312.00 including VAT and delivery to the UK, worldwide shipping and full workshop installation are also available at 1320.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note: owners of the MINI One (90 bhp) and Cooper (115 bhp) models produced between 2001 and 2006 can also enjoy the performance benefit from installing the Cat Cams 1302469 profile.    \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cat Cams","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55537269997916,"sku":"1302469","price":312.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/8399\/0364\/files\/0000570_cat-cams-camshaft-1302469-cast-r53_1_1000x_bba71b2d-3e1f-4cd9-93d1-11ce70d92de0.png?v=1768488601"},{"product_id":"chain-guide-m8-bolt-r50-r53","title":"Chain Guide M8 Bolt - R50,R53","description":"\u003cp\u003eBMW MINI part number 11317829911 - geniuine m8 hex bolt with washer M8 x 45  - Fits BMW MINI Gen 1 2001 -2006 1.6 SOHC Titec petrol engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part is No9 in the diagram (1st pic) all other parts in the diagram are in stock and availble\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1) Timing chain - 11311485400\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2) Sprocket - 11311485403\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3) Guide Rail - 11317562529\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4) Guide Rail - 11311485397\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5) Sprocket - 11211485402\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6) Chain Tensioner -11317510801\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7) Screw Plug with Gasket Ring - 11317562528\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7) Screw Plug with Gasket Ring - 07137510732\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8) Hex Bolt with Washer M12 x 52 - 07137829910\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9) Hex Bolt with Washer M8 x 45 - 11317829911\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10) Pin - 07101487234\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11) Bolt - 07101485596\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1320 MINI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55537270325596,"sku":"11317829911","price":3.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/8399\/0364\/files\/0001358_chain-guide-m8-bolt-r50r53.png?v=1758549620"},{"product_id":"mini-11317510801-timing-chain-tensioner-r50-r53","title":"MINI - 11317510801 Timing Chain Tensioner - R50 R52 R53","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe timing chain tensioner maintains optimal chain tension across engine RPM ranges, preventing slack that can lead to timing issues and engine damage. 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Essential replacement part for maintaining peak performance and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MINI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55545694421340,"sku":"M11.31.8.648.241","price":14.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"mini-timing-chain-kit-r53","title":"MINI - Timing Chain Kit - R53","description":"\u003cp\u003eComplete timing chain replacement solution for R53 MINI models. This genuine MINI kit delivers all essential components for a comprehensive overhaul: timing chain, metal and plastic guide rails, tensioner, upper and lower O-rings, and crankshaft seal. The oil pump gasket is supplied by Victor Reinz, as MINI no longer manufactures this component. Engineered to restore precise valve timing and maintain optimal engine performance. 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