Thumz MKIII 4AGE build

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I know its been a while and a few exams later, I have decided against doing the rust removal myself. Wynand from sandblasting boys will be receiving the mini within the course of the week to do a complete sandblast, rust repair and primer. can now focus on brakes and stripping that 16v twin-cam of mine, should acquire a gearbox over the course of December or so not so sure on the differences between the 4AGE and 4AGZE gearboxes, for now, will wait on the decision. Any advice on whether gearbox it will be a good idea to modify the gearbox, and make it straight cut? I have heard the whining can be pretty annoying but the power transfer makes up for that so just need a little more insight there. Pictures to follow of the sandblasting and finished product.