Sneed N14 Cryo Timing Chain Kit: The Permanent Fix for MINI Cooper S Timing Chain Rattle

If you own a MINI Cooper S or JCW with the N14 engine (2007–2010), chances are you’ve heard of the infamous MINI Cooper timing chain rattle, often called the “death rattle.” This isn’t just a noise, it's a warning that your engine’s timing system is running out of time. At Sneed Speed, we’ve engineered the N14 Cryo Timing Chain Kit, a permanent solution to eliminate the weak factory design and give MINI owners peace of mind. Buy N14 Cryo Timing Chain Kit today to protect your engine and restore reliable performance.

Plus, we provide free shipping on orders over $75.

The MINI Cooper N14 Timing Chain Problem 

The N14 engine is known for its performance but also for one of the most common MINI Cooper S issues, timing chain failure. 

Typical warning signs include: 

• Metallic rattle on cold starts (timing chain “death rattle”). 
• Check engine lights related to camshaft timing. 
• Loss of power and poor fuel economy due to chain stretch. 
• In severe cases, a complete timing chain failure—bending valves and destroying the engine. 

Why Choose a Cryo-Treated Timing Chain? 

Our Sneed Cryo Timing Chain Kit is different because of cryogenic treatment, a process proven in racing, aerospace, and military applications. 

• Stronger & More Durable: Cryogenic treatment realigns the steel at a molecular level, increasing wear resistance. 
• Longer Service Life: Extends fatigue life by 200 - 300%, preventing premature stretch and failure. 
• Better Reliability: Withstands high-RPM stress and boost, perfect for tuned MINIs. 
• Reduced Friction: Smoother chain surfaces mean less wear on guides and sprockets. 

What’s Included in the Sneed N14 Timing Chain Kit 

Our kit provides everything required for a complete MINI Cooper timing chain replacement: 

• Cryogenically treated timing chain 
• Heavy-duty tensioner 
• New chain guides 
• Sprockets and seals 
• Optional full install kit with gaskets, bolts, and crank seal 

Why Every MINI Owner Needs This Upgrade 

• Protect Your Engine: A failed timing chain can destroy the entire N14 engine.
• Save Thousands in Repairs: Replacing an engine can cost over $6,000; our kit prevents that. 
• Restore Lost Performance: Proper cam timing restores horsepower and fuel efficiency.
• Permanent Fix: Unlike OEM parts, the cryo chain is engineered to last. 

For a permanent MINI timing chain fix, this kit is the ultimate solution.

Who Should Upgrade 

• Owners of 2007–2010 MINI Cooper S and JCW models with the N14 engine. 
• Vehicles with 60,000+ miles or showing symptoms of timing chain rattle.
•  Tuned or modified MINIs pushing more boost and RPM. 

Conclusion 

The MINI Cooper N14 timing chain issue is a known weak point, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your engine. The Sneed Cryo Timing Chain Kit delivers a permanent fix for the MINI death rattle, giving you reliability, performance, and peace of mind. Contact us for any questions or help.

?Order your Sneed N14 Cryo Timing Chain Kit today and bulletproof your MINI before it’s too late.