What did you do to your mini today?
3rd Gear
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 280
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From: Massachusetts
I have it bolted up in several locations underneath and obviously to include the support rods. It doesn't flex and I drive 50 miles round trip to work. It's holding up so far.
I understand that you don't like the air splitter I chose to go with and that is an observation you're entitled to. But I chose the splitter I went with strictly for cosmetic purposes. Yes I know, wrong way to go. But as long as it's supported correctly and serves MY purpose, then I count it as a win. Support rods are strictly preference, you might not like them but I do. I can safely assume judging by the fact that you're making a mold, that your product or splitter will cost more that what I paid for mine. I'm not saying it will be a superior/inferior product, but unless you do aerodynamic testing then every DIY splitter is strictly cosmetic. If you do the testing and it proves that it aids in aerodynamics and is priced well, count me in for one!
Don't take this as a bash on you or your DIY abilities, I'm also just "voicing" my opinions/thoughts.
I understand that you don't like the air splitter I chose to go with and that is an observation you're entitled to. But I chose the splitter I went with strictly for cosmetic purposes. Yes I know, wrong way to go. But as long as it's supported correctly and serves MY purpose, then I count it as a win. Support rods are strictly preference, you might not like them but I do. I can safely assume judging by the fact that you're making a mold, that your product or splitter will cost more that what I paid for mine. I'm not saying it will be a superior/inferior product, but unless you do aerodynamic testing then every DIY splitter is strictly cosmetic. If you do the testing and it proves that it aids in aerodynamics and is priced well, count me in for one!
Don't take this as a bash on you or your DIY abilities, I'm also just "voicing" my opinions/thoughts.
I'll be sure to update. From everything I have read, and seen online, it seems to be a well spent few bucks. . . from the folks I have talked to that actually USE it, it further confirms that statement. We'll see.
Been a while since I've posted here, just been busy/swamped with life stuff. . . anywho. . .
The new shift **** of the short shifter going into L'ili'i Ka'a. Will be getting done just as soon as my new resonator gets welded into the Alta sporttone exhaust going in.
Also, got the torque pro app and OBD2 reader, so we'll see what that's all about.
LED Black and Grey union jack side markers from Out motoring, as well as film to smoke the rear tail lights.
The new shift **** of the short shifter going into L'ili'i Ka'a. Will be getting done just as soon as my new resonator gets welded into the Alta sporttone exhaust going in.
Also, got the torque pro app and OBD2 reader, so we'll see what that's all about.
LED Black and Grey union jack side markers from Out motoring, as well as film to smoke the rear tail lights.
6th Gear
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,836
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From: North Denver Colorado
I wasn't trying to upset anyone I was just asking if thats what it was truly made out of. I see the update you did about the one your designing and it looks real good so far I hope you keep updating us with pics as it progress' it is always a lot of fun to see something take shape from an idea and into the final product i am anxious to see how it looks all done and on a MINI. Good job man.
I just kinda get tired of the same old products being offered for us and really nothing new. 99% Of the splitters for MINIs are just a flat board of fiberglass, plastic, or CF, and they are all ridiculously priced. That is why I decided to make my own no matter how much of a PITD it is. I never really intended to make them for sale, but the interest is there so why not? If I do end up selling some any profits are going right back into my car to help pay for a $12K engine build!
From http://www.hotrodshiftknob.com/
Debbie couldn't have been more helpful. I called with concerns about proper fitment to the new short shifter, and threaded adapters, blah blah blah, we talked, she was AWESOME, got everything all sorted and it was at my door in 2 days(free S&H).
Their son owns a 2003 R53 too, not sure if he is kicking around on the boards, lol.
Debbie couldn't have been more helpful. I called with concerns about proper fitment to the new short shifter, and threaded adapters, blah blah blah, we talked, she was AWESOME, got everything all sorted and it was at my door in 2 days(free S&H).
Their son owns a 2003 R53 too, not sure if he is kicking around on the boards, lol.
6th Gear
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,836
Likes: 6
From: North Denver Colorado
From http://www.hotrodshiftknob.com/
Debbie couldn't have been more helpful. I called with concerns about proper fitment to the new short shifter, and threaded adapters, blah blah blah, we talked, she was AWESOME, got everything all sorted and it was at my door in 2 days(free S&H).
Their son owns a 2003 R53 too, not sure if he is kicking around on the boards, lol.
Debbie was just great, the shipping was fast, and I am really pleased with the product. While it's a LITTLE smaller than I anticipated, it feels great in the hand.
My only problem now, I have found quite a few tiki/Ali'i/moai that I am digging, I just wish there were more that were weighted. No biggie. I just feel like I am going to end up with a shift **** collection, lol.
5th Gear
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 754
Likes: 1
From: Mt. Pleasant, SC
Got it a new friend!
1275cc 4-speed, Weber Carb, RC40 Exhaust, Tahiti Edition..
I HATE that it's sitting in my driveway right now and the DMV is closed so I can't register it until Monday. ><
1275cc 4-speed, Weber Carb, RC40 Exhaust, Tahiti Edition..
I HATE that it's sitting in my driveway right now and the DMV is closed so I can't register it until Monday. ><
3rd Gear
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 280
Likes: 4
From: Massachusetts
Not a problem, I will take the hit from anybody who got upset. First thing in the morning sometimes Im a little grumpy.
I just kinda get tired of the same old products being offered for us and really nothing new. 99% Of the splitters for MINIs are just a flat board of fiberglass, plastic, or CF, and they are all ridiculously priced. That is why I decided to make my own no matter how much of a PITD it is. I never really intended to make them for sale, but the interest is there so why not? If I do end up selling some any profits are going right back into my car to help pay for a $12K engine build!
I just kinda get tired of the same old products being offered for us and really nothing new. 99% Of the splitters for MINIs are just a flat board of fiberglass, plastic, or CF, and they are all ridiculously priced. That is why I decided to make my own no matter how much of a PITD it is. I never really intended to make them for sale, but the interest is there so why not? If I do end up selling some any profits are going right back into my car to help pay for a $12K engine build!
3rd Gear
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 280
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From: Massachusetts
That is awesome we have a right hander in the area thats the same color I love it. someday lol
6th Gear
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,836
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From: North Denver Colorado
When the time comes I will start a new build thread, so everybody can follow along with the completion of my car. For now though I dont have that much $$$ so it has to wait. Gives me a chance to do some small projects though.
Love the classic NavyNuke!
Love the classic NavyNuke!
3rd Gear
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 196
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Awesome car! I hope I'll be able to get a classic one day.
1st Gear
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 30
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From: Boston, MA
Looks GREAT Navynuke...Good Luck with your new friend!!!
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 87
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From: Riverside County
Wow! For some reason, reading that just gave me one heck of a good laugh! Thank you!
I guess I needed it!
I guess I needed it!
5th Gear
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 754
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From: Mt. Pleasant, SC
Thanks! I used to say the same thing, and then I just went and got one! I keep staring out the window wanting to take it for a ride!
Thank you! Can't wait to put some plates on it!
4th Gear
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 307
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From: North Phoenix, AZ
My husband is in the process of painting my headlight surrounds body color. He did his today, and I decided I liked it better than the plasti-dip. So I peeled it off lol. He also painted his chrome bumper pieces body color. I'm probably going to do that next week as well, and peel off all the plasti-dip I've already done. Wasn't sure which I would like better, so it's a good thing I did that first 