North American Motoring - Classic Mini Talk http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums Interested in the Classic Mini? Discuss the Classic and its variants here! en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:57:46 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums//forums/images/misc/rss.jpg North American Motoring - Classic Mini Talk http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums Need advice: central exhaust http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178671-need-advice-central-exhaust-new-post.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:10:06 GMT Hi all...

Fiona's exhaust is on its last legs - the cat is all banged to hell and the muffler canister is fugly and rusted. I'd like to take the opportunity to replace everything from the cat back, and hopefully have whoever does the installation lift the exhaust up back into the tunnel where it belongs (as it is, the pipe hangs down out of the exhaust tunnel a good 2-3 inches, which means I drag the cat all over the street any time I go over a speed bump or rut). Ouchies...

I was planning on using something like the Sportex MBBB9 (only $159 from GBCarparts before any link pipes) - I like the single port w/ rolled edge and the black canister, but it's out of stock.

QUESTIONS:

1. What have other people used to replace the stock exhaust on a 1275cc Mini? Did you like it? How did it hold up?
2. I'm assuming any muffler shop can install the new system in the center-mount position, yes? The stock exhaust is on the LH side...
3. Ideally, I'd like something that sounds a bit more aggressive, but that's not too buzzy on the highway - any suggestions? ]]> Classic Mini Talk ImagoX http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178671-need-advice-central-exhaust.html Selling some parts http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178569-selling-some-parts-new-post.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:48:30 GMT http://www.minimania.com/web/Item/24A2236/InvDetail.cfm *Dash binnacle vent pods - Right and Left - $35* Image: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g17/texasguy524/DashVentPod.jpg Image: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g17/texasguy524/DashVentPods.jpg]]> Windshield - $125 Same as this one --> http://www.minimania.com/web/Item/24A2236/InvDetail.cfm





Dash binnacle vent pods - Right and Left - $35






12x5 Minilights $200- painted black by the previous owner, but in great condition. Easily strip the paint and paint as you like or leave them black. They have tires mounted already. I can't vouch for the tires because I only drove about 50 miles on them and they've been sitting in the garage for almost a year now.
Wheel 1

Wheel 2

Wheel 3

Wheel 4

Tire



High flow water pump. $25 Slightly used but has no issues. I received a brand new high flow water pump exactly the same and I put it on because it was shinier. haha. The pump worked PERFECTLY 3 months ago when I replaced it. If no one buys it I'll keep it just in case.





3 gauge Dash pod - $25. Assuming it's the part that came on the car OEM and previous owner removed it.




CD player head unit holder - $35







This bracket... I have NO idea what it is or what it goes to.. but let me know what it is and it'll probably be for sale.







Same for this one... no clue what it goes to.







If you're interested in any of it, shoot me an e-mail at texasguy524@hotmail.com. Prices can be negotiated somewhat on some of the items. And buyer pays shipping.


thanks guys. ]]> Classic Mini Talk MtyMous http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178569-selling-some-parts.html New Toy, Registered and Ready for Fun http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178565-new-toy-registered-and-ready-for-fun-new-post.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:05:46 GMT Hey Everyone, Finally got around to posting some pictures of my new toy on here. Picked the car up last winter and completed the work on it during the summer while I was home from college. Let me know what you all think! Before: Image: http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c381/jwfoss/7z2OQbQNgI5Lp-5g3OJhfkIx2CU5xfzE030.jpg After: Image: http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c381/jwfoss/DSC00998.jpg Image: http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c381/jwfoss/DSC00999.jpg Hey Everyone,

Finally got around to posting some pictures of my new toy on here. Picked the car up last winter and completed the work on it during the summer while I was home from college. Let me know what you all think!

Before:


After:




Currently looking for another classic mini project. A solid shell with no motor or subframes would be great. Please let me know if anyone know of anything out there. Thanks. ]]> Classic Mini Talk fossjw http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178565-new-toy-registered-and-ready-for-fun.html 2.5% Duty - Please explain http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178555-2-5-duty-please-explain-new-post.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:11:05 GMT Howdy! Im stationed in the UK and Im close to leaving but I would like to ship my Mini back to the US. The car is a 1982 so Im good as far as the FMVSS is concerned. But what about that 2.5% tax? If the tax is ridiculous then I might as just sell the Mini. Howdy!

Im stationed in the UK and Im close to leaving but I would like to ship my Mini back to the US. The car is a 1982 so Im good as far as the FMVSS is concerned. But what about that 2.5% tax? If the tax is ridiculous then I might as just sell the Mini. ]]> Classic Mini Talk TooFPaste39 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178555-2-5-duty-please-explain.html Great new Wallpaper http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178497-great-new-wallpaper-new-post.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:33:33 GMT While I know I am biased- this just looks great! Image: http://www.minimania.com/images/traffic-light-trio-preview.jpg (http://www.minimania.com/images/traffic-light-trio-1600x1080.jpg) While I know I am biased- this just looks great!
]]> Classic Mini Talk Don Racine http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178497-great-new-wallpaper.html Ign question http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178388-ign-question-new-post.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:37:46 GMT I have the pertronix distributor system in my dist but a standard ign coil...has anyone gone from standard to the flamethrower coil?any noticible difference? I have the pertronix distributor system in my dist but a standard ign coil...has anyone gone from standard to the flamethrower coil?any noticible difference? ]]> Classic Mini Talk yellowbritishrocket http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178388-ign-question.html My mini and future project! http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178361-my-mini-and-future-project-new-post.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:43:38 GMT Here are a few photos of my mini and my next project.....enjoy! Here are a few photos of my mini and my next project.....enjoy!
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]]> Classic Mini Talk miniroll http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178361-my-mini-and-future-project.html Look what I did this week!! http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178350-look-what-i-did-this-week-new-post.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:14:35 GMT Look what I did this weekend... I posted it on a few other sites as well. I figured this crowd might enjoy it as well. The old... Image: http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g17/texasguy524/Minis/Enginebay.jpg?t=1257579700 Look what I did this weekend... I posted it on a few other sites as well. I figured this crowd might enjoy it as well.

The old...








And the new!!























And I added a timing marker to make timing a lot easier.

]]> Classic Mini Talk MtyMous http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178350-look-what-i-did-this-week.html Classic Mini in ONTARIO? http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178214-classic-mini-in-ontario-new-post.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:32:24 GMT Hello, does anyone know where I would look to get a classic mini in ontario? looking for one under 5k and the less work the better. let me know :) thanks Hello, does anyone know where I would look to get a classic mini in ontario? looking for one under 5k and the less work the better.
let me know :)

thanks ]]> Classic Mini Talk naboka http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178214-classic-mini-in-ontario.html Minis in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178048-minis-in-the-chicago-northwest-suburbs-new-post.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:22:38 GMT Please help.

I had no trouble finding them before now I can't find them anymore.

In the northwest suburbs of Chicago is a company that restores classic Minis. I don't think they specialize in only Minis.

Anybody got any idea who they are?

Thanks!

Christopher ]]> Classic Mini Talk Hunter http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/178048-minis-in-the-chicago-northwest-suburbs.html Automatic Mini Register http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177989-automatic-mini-register-new-post.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:30:44 GMT For anyone interested in Auto Minis..................:thumbsup:

"Earlier this year we noticed the very negative atitude taken towards those who own Classic Minis fitted with Automatic Transmission and on many an occasion have seen people advised to convert their Beloved Automatic Minis to Manual Transmission rather than overhaul their perfectly good Automatic Transmission.

We realised that there was no specific resource for those of us that have Automatic Minis so we decided it would be a good idea to bring all those with Automatic Transmission Minis together to share Resources,experiences,information,hints and tips.

We also realised that the AP Automatic Transmission used in the Mini was also used in other BLMC models that were powered by the A Series engine so with this in mind we warmly welcome any owners or enthusiasts of such models

These Models include

ADO 15 All Mini Derivitives from Mokes to Vans,Pick Ups,Rileys,Wolseleys

ADO 16 Austin Morris 1100/1300/America and all its derivitives from Riley,Wolseley,MG,Vanden Plas.

ADO 67 Austin Aleggro Models

ADO 88 Austin Metro Models

All Kit Cars,Trikes,Hybrids and One Offs.

To Start as we all have to start somewhere the register will be Forum Based but as it grows will incorporate a Website and hopefully a Show Presence too.

The Admin Staff are there to maintain Harmony but in reality the Register is there for us all to enjoy without our Members there would not be a Register.

Please Feel free to contribute to the Register No matter how big or small your information,experiences and knowledge could very well be the answer to a question another member has been seeking.

We would Like to take this oppurtunity to Welcome you all to the Automatic Mini Register and apologise in advance if were not around when you sign up due to time differences around the Globe.



Sign Up have a good old Chat amongst yourselves and we hope to catch up with you all very soon."

Regards

Automatic Mini Register Team

Jodie (Joloke)

Leanne (minisniper)

http://autominiregister.proboards.com/ ]]> Classic Mini Talk Mab01uk http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177989-automatic-mini-register.html Update on boogie plus pics http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177980-update-on-boogie-plus-pics-new-post.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:49:45 GMT well right now my mini is at DJ's Mini's in wesley chapel fl being cleaned up and rebuilt while im overseas and dion sent me these pics of the suspension work and brakes

first off the rear brake plates and brakes themselves are rotted through plus the front brakes are being rebuilt and new slotted rotors and pads are being installed




here are some pics of the front brake/suspension area before and after when they did some cleaning up and painting plus new tie rods and boots
before


after



]]> Classic Mini Talk yellowbritishrocket http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177980-update-on-boogie-plus-pics.html TAG DECODE PLEASE http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177850-tag-decode-please-new-post.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:17:39 GMT I am appraising a 67 Austin MK II Mini Cooper S. I have found a riveted-on RED tag bearing these numbers: 2-508 - 596A Can anyone decode these for me? Thank you. I am appraising a 67 Austin MK II Mini Cooper S. I have found a riveted-on RED tag bearing these numbers:

2-508 - 596A

Can anyone decode these for me? Thank you. ]]> Classic Mini Talk APRAIZR http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177850-tag-decode-please.html 59d points in 45d http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177788-59d-points-in-45d-new-post.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:32:13 GMT I opened up my dizzy today to install my Pertronix kit, and ran in to a few problems, upon a quick search i found a picture of 59d points and thats whats in my 45d. Could I have mis-read whats on the dizzy or can you put 59d points in a 45d? i got LU-144 for the 45d, this is correct right? thanks for any info, I opened up my dizzy today to install my Pertronix kit, and ran in to a few problems, upon a quick search i found a picture of 59d points and thats whats in my 45d. Could I have mis-read whats on the dizzy or can you put 59d points in a 45d? i got LU-144 for the 45d, this is correct right?

thanks for any info, ]]> Classic Mini Talk trigga71 http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177788-59d-points-in-45d.html <![CDATA[Minki-I & Minki-II K-series Mini Development Story]]> http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177662-minki-i-and-minki-ii-k-series-mini-development-story-new-post.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:41:22 GMT Some interesting information and pictures of the Minki 1 & II development of a new Mini concept under Rover and later BMW, here on the excellent 'Austin Memories' website. :thumbsup:
Link to the full story:
http://www.austinmemories.com/page46/page46.html

Minki-I
"The thinking behind the replacement for the Mini started back in about 1992, while under the ownership of British Aerospace and called at that time The Rover Group.
So how was the name MINKI arrived at, simple, put a ‘K’ series engine into a Mini and you have MINKI.
At the time the general feeling was that because the design was then thirty three years old, technology had moved on so much, and with new legislation on emissions and crash testing etc., that it was best to start with a clean sheet."

The first part of the concept stage was to do an appraisal of the current Mini and see how improvements could be made.

1) Improve the powerunit, by installing the ‘K’ series engine with a 5- ---speed gearbox
2) Improve the suspension, by installing hydragas suspension.
3) Improve the driving position, by installing better seats, altering the ---rack of the steering column, and along with the fascia / controls
4) Improve its overall luggage capacity, by making it into a hatchback ----and altering the rear end package.

Minki-II
"1995 arrived, and so did BMW! They were surprised that we had such a strong brand of Mini, but no plans to do anything with it. Plans for a new Mini were required, and a ‘competition’ was set up, for later on in 1995, to decide on the route forward.
It was decided that a part of that event should be a vehicle that represented what current Mini could have become if investment and development had been put into the Mini over many years. This vehicle would then act as a better benchmark than a standard current Mini for judging what the new Mini needed to beat.
Fortunately, all of the old Minki-I stuff had just been scrapped off, so a Minki-II was hastily required! I say fortunately, because in comparison, the Minki-II project was a very grand affair! By this time, our senior management had seen BMW in operation, and were impressed by the way that they did everything properly, with very high quality prototype vehicles, excellent engineering, etc. Minki-II had to live up to this standard. Great! It was a proper project, with designers and even a few bought-out parts!"

(Minki-II can be seen on show at the Gaydon Motor Museum in UK) ]]> Classic Mini Talk Mab01uk http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/classic-mini-talk/177662-minki-i-and-minki-ii-k-series-mini-development-story.html