Hi guys,

So I'm back! Very glad to have this forum running again as it such a great source of information and parts. For those of you that don't know my name is Tim and I have a 1978 Mini GTS that I've had for about 5 years now. Bought it as a non runner because the flywheel had fretted on the crank and the owner couldn't afford the repairs. I've been working on the car for some time but it has been tough because in that time I got my degree and moved house 3 times as well as helped my parents build a new home, but my Mini has always been with me  My intention is to race in the Historic Marque car category so the car will still be road legal. So this is how it all started, and be warned that this first post is picture intensive!



Bought it on the Wednesday and had the motor out the next day! She had a bit of rust but nothing major, she has also been in a couple of accidents but the repairs have been done okay. 




Fixed up all the rust in the engine bay and those are test sprays on the side of the car for what could be the final colour.





Rear parcel shelf molested to fit speakers but no worry, weight reduction!







Just some more images of the fixed up gauges and boot floor.

Hello hello hello 

I stumbled across this article from minimag.co.uk on the internet covering common issues on the Mini.

Quite informative and a good read. Sure it will help a newbie "Me-ken-niks", like myself.

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Hi.

If I'm thinking of selling my Mini, in what price range can I start advertising it?

It is a 1982 Leyland 1275e.

• It has papers
  
  
• It was resprayed, but needs to be done a bit better
  
  
• The only rust is by the battery tray
  
  
• It has new interior
  
  
• New carpets
  
  
• New ball join
  
  
• New tierod ends
  
  
• Brakes has been redone
  
  
• New brake master seals
  
  
• Head has been skimmed
  
  
• 8 new valve seats
  
  
• Head has been leak tested
  
  
• 8 new valve guids
  
  
• New top gasket set has been installed
  
  
• Radiator was re-cored
  
  
• New water pump
  
  
• New timing chain and tensioner
  
  
• New clutch
  
  
• Every rubber oil seal has been changed
  
  
• New gear eye rod extension yoke
  
  
• New exhaust
  

Hi guys,

So I only found the new forum now   

My Mini project is still going but at a reduced pace due to a new job. But I drove my car for the first time last year December! Will make a thread with some pictures and videos. Also purchased a really nice Moke with my Dad which I hope to get done this year. Glad to be back!

Tim

Hi Guys, 

Looking for two mini door switches that work properly. Turns out the ones on my car work... but don't work perfectly.

Thanks,

Vinay

Hi all, 

Recently I was told that my gear selector is a little loose and that something might need replacing (forgot what exactly). I was wondering where I should start to investigate and whether it would be a job I could tackle myself? Please note, I am still pretty useless at most technical jobs    
I was also curious what the replacement parts might cost, as cash is a wee bit tight at the moment. 

Thanks,

Vinay

Give some examples of mini related tshirts that you'd like to own or that would look cool.

We can then pick the best designs and get them printed.

Examples:
http://www.redbubble.com/shop/classic+mini+t-shirts

Possible Tshirt printer for us CPT ppl:
http://www.capetowntshirthouse.co.za/t-s...rice-list/

Hi Guys, my panelvan shell is for sale, it is just a shell on wheels, no interior and no motor/ components, no bumpers/ lights literally just a shell, it has papers up to date with a licence disc valid until June 2016. the front floor needs replacing as well as doors, rest of the shell seems fairly solid. its a perfect starting point for a project build. 

its currently in PMB.

id like R8000 for it as thats what it cost me with transport.

i have given 1st option to a mate who will let me know by the weekend.

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Hi.

I need someone in Durban to please go and look at a car for me.
I am in Pretoria, so it is a bit far for me to go and look.

It is a Hyundai Getz 1.5 CRDI, yes I know it is not a Mini, but I know there is a lot of helpful members from Durban on this forum.
The car is in Morningside, Durban.

Please people, help me out here.

I'm looking for a timing cover with the built in breather.

Thanks