Competition Engines - Mini Miglia
Mini Miglia is seen as the Formula 1 of Mini racing thanks to its highly competitive racing and need for constant high tech development to keep pace with the front runners. It is no coincidence that Swiftune-powered cars have won seven of the last nine Mini Miglia championships including back-to-back wins in 2006 and 2007.
Bill Sollis switched to a Swiftune engine and Dog Gear transmission part way through season to boost his competitiveness and, so successful was the new power train, he became 2006 Dunlop Mini Miglia champion! Congratulations Bill! And Andy Hack repeated the Swiftune success in 2007.
For the engine builder the Mini Miglia regulations are tough. Standard Cooper S valve sizes, an 11.0:1 compression ratio, an STR 930 camshaft and standard 1.3 ratio rockers represent the starting point for exacting detailed development. A Swiftune Miglia engine is built around a steel forged crankshaft, polished H beam con-rods and lightweight, forged pistons to ensure superb reliability. Moving up the engine you will find fully mapped ignition and Weber carburation but the cylinder head holds the secret to race-winning power.
Nick Swift explains: "We invest in a massive development programme for the Miglia cylinder head. After seeing an improvement in air flow on our in-house rig we move to our new Superflow 902 dyno to prove out the power gains. Every extra bhp is a triumph!"
Service
Throughout the season Swiftune offers ready advice on keeping your engine in peak condition; Nick Swift is also on hand for assistance. Mid-season exploratory checks, dyno sessions, 'freshen ups' and full rebuilds are the key to the performance of the engine.
Swiftune is always pleased to take on an evaluation of your existing race engine for rebuilding or upgrading.
Please contact Nick Swift for full details.