I had one just like that! It came with Dunlop Denovo runflats and I changed them for white 8 spoke Wellers. LCB exhaust and bigger carb, it went like a rocket. Unfortunately it went like a rocket straight into a big tree redface:
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Post by: GROWLER on May 25, 2010, 10:31:24 AM
1275GT? Bronze yellow was THE colour for them. cloud9:
Very desirable and rare now, and increasing in value all the time. happy088 Absolute bloody PIG to werk on though, especially in the rust dept. scared2:
How many miles it done? Left or correct hand drive? Looks like a RH from the piccy I think. You bought it or considering?
Can only be an appreciating asset that. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: The Moan Ranger on May 25, 2010, 10:50:09 AM
Yup - I remember the rust. The A-pillars in particular.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 25, 2010, 10:57:59 AM
1275GT? Bronze yellow was THE colour for them. cloud9:
Very desirable and rare now, and increasing in value all the time. happy088 Absolute bloody PIG to werk on though, especially in the rust dept. scared2:
How many miles it done? Left or correct hand drive? Looks like a RH from the piccy I think. You bought it or considering?
Can only be an appreciating asset that. ;)
It is a 1973 model, RHD but haven't seen it yet... might have a look this week - here is the sellers description...
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Here?s an opportunity for a classic car fans. I have reluctantly decided that I?m never going to finish my beloved Mini project, so it?s time for it to find a new home.
The car is in need of restoration work, but isn?t suffering from anything terminal and for a keen enthusiast (with more time than me!), it has the makings of a great little classic.
It?s a Cyprus car and is one of the early 1275GT?s, which was introduced as a replacement for the Mini Cooper. As such, it has the Cooper S braking system that is extremely rare and allows you to keep the tiny 10? wheels (thus retaining the handling) but with strong braking.
The worst thing about the car is that it needs welding in the driver?s footwell area and sills, and some around the back end. It?s not horrendous and wouldn?t be a massive project.
The engine and gearbox are sound. Last year the head was completely rebuilt with new valves, guides and seats (hardened for unleaded), and a reconned radiator was fitted with new hoses. A new coil, points etc were fitted.
I?ve got a lot of spares with the car, including a Stage 1 kit (Maniflow exhaust with LCB manifold, heated inlet manifold, K & N filter, etc), plus new brake discs, drums, studs, hoses, and a servo rebuild kit. The car currently has 10? Revolution alloys on it that need fixing up ? I also have 4 original 10? rostyles, which again will need a good clean.
The exterior is passable from a distance but it will need a respray and the interior will need retrimming. The buyer also gets an old regular Mini that?s had its day but has a reasonable interior and might be a useful donor.
The car was last taxed up until the end of 2008 ? and I was silly enough to think I?d get it back up and running, so never officially took it off the road. Therefore some back tax will need paying once it?s sorted. It won?t be horrendous though as it?s only a 1.3 engine.
I?ve been as honest as I can about the car. As a Mini nut, I would dearly love to have it back on the road myself but it?s ever going to happen, so someone else might as well have the chance to get a very rare car back where it should be. And it is very rare? have a look online at 1275GTs with 10-inch wheels and you?ll see what I mean. It took me ages to find it!
Given its ?project? status, I can?t hope to get back anywhere near what the GT has cost me. But anyone that knows Minis will know that this is an unusual find. So, being realistic, I?m looking for ?700 for the car, the spares, and the other spare car. And no, I will not split! The cars will need to be trailered away. Located near Larnaca.
What do you think for ?700...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: The Moan Ranger on May 25, 2010, 11:06:26 AM
Bargain.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 25, 2010, 11:08:25 AM
Rust bucket noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 25, 2010, 11:09:04 AM
Given the state of the Euro she'll prolly tell him to take the money out of his piggy bank.
?5 says he hasn't told her whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 25, 2010, 11:52:58 AM
I think that sounds like a bargain at 700 E's tbh., PROVIDING you are confident and knowledgeable enough to do some of the work yourself. Minis are highly desirable amongst collectors now, and the vans, pickups in particular are fetching crazy money, probably because of their rarity. I would consider a 1275GT to most definately to come into that catergory now too. Very very rare. Can't remeber the last time I saw one tbh. Is there a Mini owners club out there by chance? Couild be worth having a word with some of the members if so, and taking someone with you to have a shuffties.
If you can afford the renovation GO for it!
Where's LL stand on this btw? scared2: ;) lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 25, 2010, 12:14:17 PM
I think that sounds like a bargain at 700 E's tbh., PROVIDING you are confident and knowledgeable enough to do some of the work yourself. Minis are highly desirable amongst collectors now, and the vans, pickups in particular are fetching crazy money, probably because of their rarity. I would consider a 1275GT to most definately to come into that catergory now too. Very very rare. Can't remeber the last time I saw one tbh. Is there a Mini owners club out there by chance? Couild be worth having a word with some of the members if so, and taking someone with you to have a shuffties.
If you can afford the renovation GO for it!
Where's LL stand on this btw? scared2: ;) lol:
There is a Mini club here...
I'm taking a Cypriot mate from the Classic Car Club who has done a load of restorations (just finished a stunning Volvo Amazon)...
He can also check out all the registration paperwork (which is in Greek) and make sure it is pucka...
LL is not happy about it... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 25, 2010, 12:22:47 PM
I think that sounds like a bargain at 700 E's tbh., PROVIDING you are confident and knowledgeable enough to do some of the work yourself. Minis are highly desirable amongst collectors now, and the vans, pickups in particular are fetching crazy money, probably because of their rarity. I would consider a 1275GT to most definately to come into that catergory now too. Very very rare. Can't remeber the last time I saw one tbh. Is there a Mini owners club out there by chance? Couild be worth having a word with some of the members if so, and taking someone with you to have a shuffties.
If you can afford the renovation GO for it!
Where's LL stand on this btw? scared2: ;) lol:
There is a Mini club here...
I'm taking a Cypriot mate from the Classic Car Club who has done a load of restorations (just finished a stunning Volvo Amazon)...
He can also check out all the registration paperwork (which is in Greek) and make sure it is pucka...
LL is not happy about it... noooo:
Good man. Great minds think alike ey? happy088
Updates and progrees reports regarding purchase and renovation WILL be required naturally. ;)
Take NO notice of LL btw. They ALWAYS don't approve of boys and their toys. noooo: I get the same here, but as long as you show enthusiasm and excitement for the project, I find they buckle under the pressure. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 25, 2010, 12:43:12 PM
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LL is not happy about it... noooo:
Dead man walking point:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 25, 2010, 01:12:13 PM
I think that sounds like a bargain at 700 E's tbh., PROVIDING you are confident and knowledgeable enough to do some of the work yourself. Minis are highly desirable amongst collectors now, and the vans, pickups in particular are fetching crazy money, probably because of their rarity. I would consider a 1275GT to most definately to come into that catergory now too. Very very rare. Can't remeber the last time I saw one tbh. Is there a Mini owners club out there by chance? Couild be worth having a word with some of the members if so, and taking someone with you to have a shuffties.
If you can afford the renovation GO for it!
Where's LL stand on this btw? scared2: ;) lol:
There is a Mini club here...
I'm taking a Cypriot mate from the Classic Car Club who has done a load of restorations (just finished a stunning Volvo Amazon)...
He can also check out all the registration paperwork (which is in Greek) and make sure it is pucka...
LL is not happy about it... noooo:
Good man. Great minds think alike ey? happy088
Updates and progrees reports regarding purchase and renovation WILL be required naturally. ;)
Take NO notice of LL btw. They ALWAYS don't approve of boys and their toys. noooo: I get the same here, but as long as you show enthusiasm and excitement for the project, I find they buckle under the pressure. ;)
Quite right Growler... cloud9:
I reckon if I can get rid of the 'spare' Mini in a reasonable time scale (strip off the bits I need and sell it or dump it) LL will be thrilled with it all.... whistle:
BTW there are some stunning Mini restorations documented here. (http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/index.php?showforum=62) worthy:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 25, 2010, 01:21:08 PM
Quite so BM. What the hell do ginger bearded mice know about cars anyway ey?
Nuffink! lol:
I need to set a budget for the refurb - any ideas...?
I guess it really depends on what it looks like when we go on Thursday although I won't buy it if the rust worm is really bad...
My mate says he'd spend ?6,000 but that would include a major upgrade of the mechanics and gearbox - I'm looking more to return it to original condition...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 25, 2010, 05:11:26 PM
You should budget for a few thousand to get it back to ORIGINAL condition, and that includes the wheels.
I can't stand seeing a classic that's had all sorts of non standard parts fitted,and non period mods done, but it's all about personal taste I suppose?
3/4k should have that looking mint I reckon, but as you say, the rust needs to be thouroughly asessed. Subframe is the BIG one.
I reckon it could be worth a tidy sum if renovated to a high standard. Original mint mk1 Cooper S' s are worth 25-35k now apparently! eeek:
Yours wouldn't fetch that obviously, but 7-9k should be attainable if you wanted to seel it I'd have thought. The Mini owners club would give a better judgement on that though.
Good luck with the viewing and I hope it all goes well. confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on May 25, 2010, 05:21:16 PM
What you should do for starters BM is move this thread to where it belongs ... whistle:
Or relevant parts thereof angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 25, 2010, 06:41:35 PM
You have however completely missed the new thread I started in readiness for you ::)
I couldn't merge it with another thread while splitting...
I'll try now like....
Hold on.... scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 25, 2010, 07:54:30 PM
There... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 25, 2010, 07:58:07 PM
happ096
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 25, 2010, 10:43:49 PM
Very neatly done BM. Most impressed. How the hell my temp. losing memory thread found it's way onto discussing renovating a Mini is well beyond my comprehension. confused:
Thursday is the BIG night then. I look forward to reading about progress on this matter, and hopefully the slow renovation process with pictures.
Do you have classic car shows out there in Cyprus then? cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 26, 2010, 04:38:59 AM
Very neatly done BM. Most impressed. How the hell my temp. losing memory thread found it's way onto discussing renovating a Mini is well beyond my comprehension. confused:
Thursday is the BIG night then. I look forward to reading about progress on this matter, and hopefully the slow renovation process with pictures.
Do you have classic car shows out there in Cyprus then? cloud9:
They have more classic 'events' I think where all the cars meet up somewhere (a local posh golf course) and show off then go for a run in convoy...
They also have rallies, time trials, etc.
Remember the numbers are much smaller here - only ~750,000 people on the island... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 26, 2010, 05:32:16 AM
Alternatively you could just get a job and then you would not have a need to find all these 'hobbies' to fill your time up with whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 26, 2010, 05:38:10 AM
Alternatively you could just get a job and then you would not have a need to find all these 'hobbies' to fill your time up with whistle:
Regardless of working status, it is imperative for ALL men to have a hobby, preferably one that involves being with other geezers, grease grime spanners hammers cuts bruises and regular visits to the ale 'ouse to discuss tactics and development.
No, he's got it absolutely spot on imo. happy088
Gets him away from LL anyway, so she be pleased about that.....and vice versa. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 26, 2010, 07:46:01 AM
A doctor once asked me about my hobbies. The silence that followed seemed endless noooo: In the end I said, "Does smoking count?"
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 26, 2010, 07:49:36 AM
Very neatly done BM. Most impressed. How the hell my temp. losing memory thread found it's way onto discussing renovating a Mini is well beyond my comprehension. confused:
I think it was a mix-up between losing your memory and losing his mind. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 26, 2010, 09:17:45 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 27, 2010, 08:48:06 PM
Most satisfactory. Presumably your friend from the Mini owners club approved then?
I'll check that bumper business out. I'm sure they were flatter rather than rounded on the Clubman. Moanonium might know seeing as he had one.
A renovation has to be done so it's back to original as possible, and that is exactly the sort of thing that 'geeky anorak types' would pick up on. Trivial to most, but important if you're spending a great deal trying to get it back to 'mint'.
I'm well chuffed with you anyway BM, as it's a big undertaking....and a a tad envious too. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 27, 2010, 08:57:20 PM
Most satisfactory. Presumably your friend from the Mini owners club approved then?
I'll check that bumper business out. I'm sure they were flatter rather than rounded on the Clubman. Moanonium might know seeing as he had one.
A renovation has to be done so it's back to original as possible, and that is exactly the sort of thing that 'geeky anorak types' would pick up on. Trivial to most, but important if you're spending a great deal trying to get it back to 'mint'.
I'm well chuffed with you anyway BM, as it's a big undertaking....and a a tad envious too. ;)
Have a looky here. (http://www.minisport.com/mini-spare-parts/Mini_Bumpers.html)
They only list one bumper...
Yes, I'd like to keep it original apart from the Stage 1 kit that comes with it... the manifold and exhaust looks cool.... razz:
First step, get it back here and document the dismantling... Then see what bodywork needs doing...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 27, 2010, 09:21:06 PM
Not the best of pictures to satisfy my curiosity, but by virtue of the fact that the seller says that "they are very hard to find these days" indicates to me that this is the genuine Clubman rear bumper as the original Mini bumpers are readily available as your link shows.
Trivial as I say, but important none the less.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 27, 2010, 09:28:29 PM
So what would she rather he do then do you think ey? rubschin:
Down the ale 'ouse every night, then onto a night club or casino? Home at 3:30 am three times a week, then out at 10 for yet another round of golf, and then back to the club house for a few more jars?
He'll be out in the garage nearly every night, overflowing with excited enthusiasm and pride, THAT'S what he'll be doing, and for that I applaud him. happy088
It's a big boys toy and project cus he's still a youngster at 'art, NOT some old bearded fart that would rather potter around the garden doing a bit of weeding wearing a beige cap waiting for the big black bus. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 28, 2010, 04:52:38 AM
Not the best of pictures to satisfy my curiosity, but by virtue of the fact that the seller says that "they are very hard to find these days" indicates to me that this is the genuine Clubman rear bumper as the original Mini bumpers are readily available as your link shows.
Trivial as I say, but important none the less.
Interesting... rubschin:
We'll have a look-see when we get it back here... or get them back here I should say - need to arrange some transport for next week sometime...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 28, 2010, 04:53:51 AM
So what would she rather he do then do you think ey? rubschin:
Down the ale 'ouse every night, then onto a night club or casino? Home at 3:30 am three times a week, then out at 10 for yet another round of golf, and then back to the club house for a few more jars?
He'll be out in the garage nearly every night, overflowing with excited enthusiasm and pride, THAT'S what he'll be doing, and for that I applaud him. happy088
It's a big boys toy and project cus he's still a youngster at 'art, NOT some old bearded fart that would rather potter around the garden doing a bit of weeding wearing a beige cap waiting for the big black bus. Banghead
I've no doubt that the ale house, night club and casino will seem attractive options at some points through the build process... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 28, 2010, 07:04:40 AM
MY suitcase therefore will cater for MY needs whistle:
Me me me me me , that's what's wrong with society these days.
A bit of generosity and thoughfulness wouldn't have gone unoticed you know. WE rather than ME, have got a new and exciting project starting up here. This is the new VP Mini we're talking about here you know. Most important that we all pull together in these difficult days that are now facing us.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 28, 2010, 08:14:15 AM
I'm being generous ....he has my company for a week lol:
I might even stretch to buying a few beers if he looks like he's earnt them. But apart from that I am sure he won't want my interference, helpful comments, asking what this bit and that bit does etc
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 28, 2010, 08:16:23 AM
I am not ginger cussing: cussing: cussing: cussing:
Whatever, but you are boring, you are an old fart, and you have got an exceedingly scruffy beard. 3 out of 4 is a pretty close description don't you think?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 28, 2010, 11:49:25 AM
Growler was right! worthy:
Quote from: An Expert
I'll hazard a guess that it's had a rear shunt at some point. Wrong rear lights and bumper, the numberplate lamp shouldn't be black either.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 28, 2010, 12:24:13 PM
Why though, Shrugs: and YOU Miss D, shut yer face, bloody shit stirrer. evil:
In fairness, I did only spot the bumper. redface:
What do you want me to do if I find one at the classic car show I may be going to on Sunday, mint condition for less than ?40? The rear number plate housing is paintable I'd have thought, but not too sure about the rear light cluster differences on the Clubman. confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 28, 2010, 12:42:23 PM
Why though, Shrugs: and YOU Miss D, shut yer face, bloody shit stirrer. evil:
In fairness, I did only spot the bumper. redface:
What do you want me to do if I find one at the classic car show I may be going to on Sunday, mint condition for less than ?40? The rear number plate housing is paintable I'd have thought, but not too sure about the rear light cluster differences on the Clubman. confused:
If you could get one that would be wonderful! cloud9:
I could send you the money and bring it back with me in July...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 28, 2010, 12:46:24 PM
Why though, Shrugs: and YOU Miss D, shut yer face, bloody shit stirrer. evil:
In fairness, I did only spot the bumper. redface:
What do you want me to do if I find one at the classic car show I may be going to on Sunday, mint condition for less than ?40? The rear number plate housing is paintable I'd have thought, but not too sure about the rear light cluster differences on the Clubman. confused:
If you could get one that would be wonderful! cloud9:
I could send you the money and bring it back with me in July...
Concealed down your trousers, Mr Superstud?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 28, 2010, 12:49:48 PM
Why though, Shrugs: and YOU Miss D, shut yer face, bloody shit stirrer. evil:
In fairness, I did only spot the bumper. redface:
What do you want me to do if I find one at the classic car show I may be going to on Sunday, mint condition for less than ?40? The rear number plate housing is paintable I'd have thought, but not too sure about the rear light cluster differences on the Clubman. confused:
If you could get one that would be wonderful! cloud9:
I could send you the money and bring it back with me in July...
Concealed down your trousers, Mr Superstud?
No room down my trousers... eyes:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 28, 2010, 01:02:22 PM
INSIDe your incontinence pants ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 28, 2010, 01:03:44 PM
Prolly Thursday... bit of an issue as apparently it is illegal to have two vehicles on the back of a truck here (even teeny-tiny Minis)... so we are trucking the Green one (which is apparently stuck in reverse) and towing the 1275GT...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 29, 2010, 02:52:25 PM
BM arrested shock noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on May 30, 2010, 08:28:13 AM
The old skills are all getting lost.
A young couple in their late 30's rent a nearby farm and naturally I was talking to him in the week about how hard things are and how expensive everything is.
He told me the gearbox had gone on his paddock topper (giant tractor-mounted Flymo) and a new one was nearly ?300.
I asked why he didn't just replace the bearings and he looked at me as if I was bonkers.
Yesterday he brought it round and an hour or so of cursing and my 1950's bearing puller plus ?16 of ball-race and it was fixed.
Why does nobody mend anything any more?
He brought round a bottle of Glenmorangie this morning as well. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 30, 2010, 08:30:19 AM
How are you on Minis...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 30, 2010, 08:36:31 AM
Now I was always told a ball-race was a farmer chasing a bull calf around the field. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on May 30, 2010, 08:39:00 AM
Oh cool... that would be handy on the Mini like.... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 30, 2010, 09:07:30 AM
Do you have all the necessary know how, tools, and skills to do this renovation BM, or someone that actually wants to help you that knows all about Minis? rubschin:
One of the more tricky cars to work on I'm sure you know.
Many skinned knuckles and cursing is forecast.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 30, 2010, 09:17:00 AM
Do you have all the necessary know how, tools, and skills to do this renovation BM, or someone that actually wants to help you that knows all about Minis? rubschin:
One of the more tricky cars to work on I'm sure you know.
Many skinned knuckles and cursing is forecast.
I have a Halfords A/F socket set that I bought to work on my Austin 1300.... cloud9:
That would be it wouldn't it...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 30, 2010, 09:18:36 AM
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Do you have all the necessary know how, tools, and skills to do this renovation BM
Do you have all the necessary know how, tools, and skills to do this renovation BM, or someone that actually wants to help you that knows all about Minis? rubschin:
One of the more tricky cars to work on I'm sure you know.
Many skinned knuckles and cursing is forecast.
I have a Halfords A/F socket set that I bought to work on my Austin 1300.... cloud9:
That would be it wouldn't it...? rubschin:
Yea, absolutely. sadsmiley30:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on May 30, 2010, 09:33:51 AM
Growler ~ the reason he has picked a mini is that it is less of a fall from the roof to the ground.
Why would he be on the roof of it. He needs to be UNDER it, not over it.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 30, 2010, 09:49:34 AM
I can feel an all expenses paid werkin' 'oliday coming on 'ere you know. cloud9:
I can make luvlee cups of tea like, and give bags of moral support, and sick plasters on knuckles, and ring ambulances and stuff like that like. happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 30, 2010, 09:53:37 AM
I can feel an all expenses paid werkin' 'oliday coming on 'ere you know. cloud9:
I can make luvlee cups of tea like, and give bags of moral support, and sick plasters on knuckles, and ring ambulances and stuff like that like. happy088
rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on May 30, 2010, 07:28:53 PM
In a former life, I took a five year apprenticeship as a panel beater. Still got the tools...flippers, dollies, rasps etc... cloud9:
All my cars were repaired write offs...then I used to spray em black. Had a couple of Minis...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 30, 2010, 07:30:48 PM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 30, 2010, 09:31:40 PM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Piggy back then, or shove her on the handlebars...IF you can see past her ..............no better hadn't. lol:
Those engines look mint mate, but you must get that bodywerk sorted first.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 30, 2010, 09:33:58 PM
Didn't get to the show as I felt thouroughly and utterly crappy this avvy, but am hoping to go tomorrow instead , body willing like, as it's on for 3 days.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 30, 2010, 09:35:58 PM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Piggy back then, or shove her on the handlebars...IF you can see past her ..............no better hadn't. lol:
Those engines look mint mate, but you must get that bodywerk sorted first.
Twin cam... 130bhp.... Drool:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 30, 2010, 09:39:27 PM
That will go like hot snot with that in it. happy088
How's LL taking it all then? rubschin:
She is in the UK for six months.... whistle:
Gone already, or going? Problee been mentioned on another thread no doubt, but must have missed it.
Does she actually know about 'the project' then, or is it going to be a nice suprise for her when you meet her at the airport? lol:
Gone... whistle:
So, does she know about it? scared2: ::)
Too late now. The 'baby' arrives this Thursday. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 30, 2010, 09:52:08 PM
I love old Mini's. cloud9:
Love most ORIGINAL unmolested classics though truth be known.
Went to a show late last year, and there was an original mk1 Cooper 'S' there. 1 owner from new, blue with white roof, all original. It was absolutely stunning and worth an absolute fortune, probably in excess of 30k. eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 07:55:08 AM
Hey Growler, cop a look at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 08:03:13 AM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Ref. your last post. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 08:07:07 AM
Any'ow. Me 'ed and body don't feel as though they;'re made of cotton wool so far this morning, so I'm going to the aforementioned show to 'ave a sniff around. cloud9:
Wish you and Moanonio lived closer so we could all go and have a good drool together. Drool: I've only got a dog fan and a mouse locally I could ask, and neither of them are interested in motors and associated bits. ::)
I'll go on me own......Growler no mates. cry:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 08:08:17 AM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Ref. your last post. whistle:
redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 08:09:23 AM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Ref. your last post. whistle:
redface:
Obviously there are some with werse memorys than mine. I feel slightly relieved now. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 31, 2010, 08:10:28 AM
Any'ow. Me 'ed and body don't feel as though they;'re made of cotton wool so far this morning, so I'm going to the aforementioned show to 'ave a sniff around. cloud9:
Wish you and Moanonio lived closer so we could all go and have a good drool together. Drool: I've only got a dog fan and a mouse I could ask, and neither of them are interested in motors and associated bits. ::)
I'll go on me own......Growler no mates. cry:
You haven't asked me! sad32:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 08:16:16 AM
Any'ow. Me 'ed and body don't feel as though they;'re made of cotton wool so far this morning, so I'm going to the aforementioned show to 'ave a sniff around. cloud9:
Wish you and Moanonio lived closer so we could all go and have a good drool together. Drool: I've only got a dog fan and a mouse I could ask, and neither of them are interested in motors and associated bits. ::)
I'll go on me own......Growler no mates. cry:
You haven't asked me! sad32:
I'm not going to either. noooo: WHAT would be the point in taking you 'round with me, asking stupid questions and talkin' shite all day long ey, what, exactly? Shrugs:
I WOULD have to kill you in the end.
I've asked you several times if you'd like to come with me up 'me'ill', but you've always shy'd off, so.... Finger:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 31, 2010, 08:18:10 AM
I didn't want to go anyway. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 08:20:00 AM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Ref. your last post. whistle:
redface:
Obviously there are some with werse memorys than mine. I feel slightly relieved now. lol:
I was just testing to see if you were paying attention.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 08:22:37 AM
You are taking a week off in July to be my chauffeur aren't you rubschin:
Of course...
Expect to climb up into the Pajero and not down into the Mini tho... noooo:
Stick her on the back of yer bike and give it hell BM. eveilgrin:
There is no seat on the back of me bike like... eveilgrin: Just been looking at this! (http://www.specialist-components.co.uk/cnb/shop/sconline?productID=97&op=catalogue-product_info-null&prodCategoryID=36) eeek:
Ref. your last post. whistle:
redface:
Obviously there are some with werse memorys than mine. I feel slightly relieved now. lol:
I was just testing to see if you were paying attention.... whistle:
Always receive 100% attention on subject like this. happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 10:12:10 AM
Smallwood here I come. cloud9:
I could be fully laden with Mini bits upon return.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 31, 2010, 10:17:20 AM
Pleased to hear that BM has given you access to his bank account spider:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 10:58:02 AM
I could be fully laden with Mini bits upon return.
Most excellent! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 31, 2010, 11:01:39 AM
BuY Miss D a truck eveilgrin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 31, 2010, 11:02:17 AM
redface: I really must clean my screen (or my mind)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 02:33:30 PM
Collecting the Minis on Sunday now... sad24:
For some reason it is illegal to put two cars on a recovery vehicle (even tiny ones) and the guy thinks the 1275GT is too low to tow behind the truck...
So the solution...?
"We go first thing Sunday morning - no police about" lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 31, 2010, 02:36:02 PM
What can possibly go wrong? noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 02:41:44 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 31, 2010, 02:46:53 PM
Why can't you just do 2 journeys and be a law abiding citizen whacky115
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 31, 2010, 02:58:03 PM
Where's the fun in that ~ you gerls have no idea do you? noooo: I mean ~ you even ask for directions when you get lost ..... won't find us chaps doing that sort of namby pamby thing. 8)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 03:59:31 PM
I could be fully laden with Mini bits upon return.
Most excellent! cloud9:
Sorry BM. redface:
Not a bumper in sight....for anything. ::)
Couple of old random mudgards for a Foden truck and various other shite that no one would ever want. Why do these show stand traders really bother ey? Rows upon rows of pure unmitigated utter utter tat and rusty shite, some of it unidentifiable with no means of identification even. They all just stand there scratching their builders bum clevages, whilst beardy weirdy's rummage around amongst all the crap like demented Armadillos muttering to themselves. confused:
Not the best show I've ever been to tbqath. noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 04:02:28 PM
Oh well... there'll be others!
Thanks for looking anyway!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 04:03:34 PM
There WAS however, about 50/75 classic cars on display, one of which was a fairly tidyish Clubman.
I can now confirm that the bumper IS in fact different to the ordinary Mini, and that the number plate light housing is indeed the same colur as the bodywerk. The rear light clusters however are, from what I could make out, exactly the same as on the MkII Mini...oblong and bigger than the Mk1. What's the difference on yours then? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 04:05:45 PM
So you should ~ Us Southern Softies take some dealing with I can tell you lol:
Nah, I just can't understand what they're saying like.
Seems I needn't have been all on me own today after all. ::)
Dropped into see my favourite little S.I.L. on the way home as it was en route, only to be greeted by her middle sprog who informed me they'd all gone to the show hours ago that I'd just left. Banghead
Nice having a bit of 'me time', but also nice to have someone to ramble on to, admire the motors with, and share me CAKE with. cloud9:
Think I was the only one there that was on his own like. cry: Made me feel all sad lonely and unwanted like. cry:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 31, 2010, 05:02:22 PM
There WAS however, about 50/75 classic cars on display, one of which was a fairly tidyish Clubman.
I can now confirm that the bumper IS in fact different to the ordinary Mini, and that the number plate light housing is indeed the same colur as the bodywerk. The rear light clusters however are, from what I could make out, exactly the same as on the MkII Mini...oblong and bigger than the Mk1. What's the difference on yours then? rubschin:
I dunno yet... Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on May 31, 2010, 05:22:14 PM
I'm a bit of both sometimes, but there again, sometimes I'm not.
I like being on me own when there's no one around...out in the wilderness woods and mountains like,.... but not so much when I'm surrounded by families and stuff. Weird in'it? confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on May 31, 2010, 06:17:00 PM
TBH I like being alone.
rubschin: I don't think I have ever really felt lonely.
MY ex wife always claimed I was too selfish to care about anybody else so it was impossible for me not to be content with my own company ...... she may have been right shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 31, 2010, 10:25:40 PM
I luv steam powered engines. cloud9:
They had some BIG 'uns there today. I stood deliberately in the wind direction to catch the whiff of the smoke. They should bottle it alongside Cazzy R. cloud9:
What I can't understand though, are these plant pots that have these tiny steam engines, mounted on a bit of ply wood, phut phut farting away while doing absolutely nowt of any use whatsoever, while the usually fat slob with a grey and orange tinged beard, just sits there outside his old ambulance converted into a tatty home made camper van, with his equally rotund and fearsome looking wife watching the werld go by. You can see that the owner is just dying for you to show some interest so he can presumably bore you rigidly to death in dreary technical detail of his beloved farting machine. Pathetic. Get a proper hobby.
Would actually probably suit Nick tbh. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Grumpmeister on June 01, 2010, 12:28:49 AM
Could be a ginger thing Growler whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 01, 2010, 04:49:25 AM
They had some BIG 'uns there today. I stood deliberately in the wind direction to catch the whiff of the smoke. They should bottle it alongside Cazzy R. cloud9:
What I can't understand though, are these plant pots that have these tiny steam engines, mounted on a bit of ply wood, phut phut farting away while doing absolutely nowt of any use whatsoever, while the usually fat slob with a grey and orange tinged beard, just sits there outside his old ambulance converted into a tatty home made camper van, with his equally rotund and fearsome looking wife watching the werld go by. You can see that the owner is just dying for you to show some interest so he can presumably bore you rigidly to death in dreary technical detail of his beloved farting machine. Pathetic. Get a proper hobby.
Would actually probably suit Nick tbh. whistle:
lol: lol: lol:
Normally pumping a gallon of water round in a circle...
You need to buy yourself on of these (http://www.steamtractionworld.com/burrellshow.htm) Growler! happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 01, 2010, 07:40:32 AM
They had some BIG 'uns there today. I stood deliberately in the wind direction to catch the whiff of the smoke. They should bottle it alongside Cazzy R. cloud9:
What I can't understand though, are these plant pots that have these tiny steam engines, mounted on a bit of ply wood, phut phut farting away while doing absolutely nowt of any use whatsoever, while the usually fat slob with a grey and orange tinged beard, just sits there outside his old ambulance converted into a tatty home made camper van, with his equally rotund and fearsome looking wife watching the werld go by. You can see that the owner is just dying for you to show some interest so he can presumably bore you rigidly to death in dreary technical detail of his beloved farting machine. Pathetic. Get a proper hobby.
Would actually probably suit Nick tbh. whistle:
lol: lol: lol:
Normally pumping a gallon of water round in a circle...
You need to buy yourself on of these (http://www.steamtractionworld.com/burrellshow.htm) Growler! happy088
Can you actually see a price for them?
Sweet. I want.
Those ones yesterday were generally doing nowt. I think I saw 2 pumping a couple of teaspoons of water around, and 1 powering a table lamp.
So exciting I started sleep walking. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 01, 2010, 07:47:04 AM
They had some BIG 'uns there today. I stood deliberately in the wind direction to catch the whiff of the smoke. They should bottle it alongside Cazzy R. cloud9:
What I can't understand though, are these plant pots that have these tiny steam engines, mounted on a bit of ply wood, phut phut farting away while doing absolutely nowt of any use whatsoever, while the usually fat slob with a grey and orange tinged beard, just sits there outside his old ambulance converted into a tatty home made camper van, with his equally rotund and fearsome looking wife watching the werld go by. You can see that the owner is just dying for you to show some interest so he can presumably bore you rigidly to death in dreary technical detail of his beloved farting machine. Pathetic. Get a proper hobby.
Would actually probably suit Nick tbh. whistle:
lol: lol: lol:
Normally pumping a gallon of water round in a circle...
You need to buy yourself on of these (http://www.steamtractionworld.com/burrellshow.htm) Growler! happy088
Can you actually see a price for them?
Sweet. I want.
Those ones yesterday were generally doing nowt. I think I saw 2 pumping a couple of teaspoons of water around, and 1 powering a table lamp.
So exciting I started sleep walking. ::)
There are 24 'kits' you have to buy...
The first kit (the front wheels) is an eye watering ?524! eeek:
See here (http://www.ekmpowershop11.com/ekmps/shops/steamtraction/burrell-4-1-c.asp)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 01, 2010, 07:53:49 AM
THAT is obviously some sort of joke, yes?
How can they justify those sort of nonsensical prices?
I no longer want. noooo:
Any 'ow, back on topic. whistle:
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C159663/
What a hunny bunny. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 01, 2010, 09:33:50 AM
How can they justify those sort of nonsensical prices?
I no longer want. noooo:
Any 'ow, back on topic. whistle:
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C159663/
What a hunny bunny. cloud9:
Buy it!
I'd dearly luv to, but I'd have to buy somewhere dry and warm to keep it alongside me 'ut in the woods, that I would HAVE to move into if I came home with it. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 01, 2010, 11:40:31 AM
Buy yer 'ut then Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 01, 2010, 11:44:45 AM
No, buy the car ans sleep in that... in the woods like!
Simples!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 01, 2010, 11:44:55 AM
Sell yer rancid rug and GIVE me the proceeds and I will.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 01, 2010, 11:47:14 AM
Errrrr ................ I don't think he has access to the rug any longer.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 01, 2010, 11:47:48 AM
QUite so. And it's an heirloom
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 01, 2010, 11:51:09 AM
Meanwhile ~ A relation of Growlers in a log cabin (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dumonttaxidermy.com%2Ftaxidermy%2Ftax-images%2Fbearrug2a.jpg&hash=2a1f79c08f2c56cb29305336a64cbf6846a48cec)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 01, 2010, 11:55:13 AM
Meanwhile ~ A relation of Snoopys in a Vietnamese restaurant
Meanwhile ~ A relation of Growlers in a log cabin (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dumonttaxidermy.com%2Ftaxidermy%2Ftax-images%2Fbearrug2a.jpg&hash=2a1f79c08f2c56cb29305336a64cbf6846a48cec)
Sick. sick2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 01, 2010, 12:08:17 PM
Could be an heirloom rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 01, 2010, 12:09:49 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 04, 2010, 08:39:58 AM
Just doin' a bira dustin and tidyin' like. happy088
Makin' this thread nice and tidy in readiness for our new VP baby that's arriving this Sunday. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 04, 2010, 09:00:05 PM
We need full documented blow by blow account of this project, so you can start off by videoing the V.P babes journey home on yer helmet cam thingy can't you.... p'raps?
I'm all excited about this you know. angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 04:23:18 AM
lol: lol: lol:
I figured I'd get new baby home, give her a wash and a jet under the bonnet then take some pictures... That will get rid of any critters that have been using it as a temporary home...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 05, 2010, 07:13:33 AM
Is it going to have its own 'special nest' in the garage for its forthcoming fully documented re-furb like? cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 07:15:23 AM
Meeting the transporter guy there at 9 (7am your time)... say half an hour to load up and do the paperwork... 1? hours back to here... half an hour to unload... should have the first pictures uploaded by say 10am your time...?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 05, 2010, 01:53:06 PM
I can hardly wait tunble:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 02:43:53 PM
Eh Growler... we'll need a name for the new baby like won't we...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 05, 2010, 02:49:06 PM
Rusty?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 02:51:13 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 05, 2010, 03:04:02 PM
Minnie the Minx?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 03:08:50 PM
I was thinking perhaps Miss Demeanour.... whistle:
I need Growler's opinion on it first tho... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on June 05, 2010, 03:13:06 PM
Excuse me eeek: ......I don't want something that's falling apart and that you are 'going to be working on ' to be named after me thank you very much lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 03:14:54 PM
Excuse me eeek: ......I don't want something that's falling apart and that you are 'going to be working on ' to be named after me thank you very much lol:
It wouldn't be... it would be spelt correctly.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on June 05, 2010, 03:16:16 PM
That's just wrong...the whole point of me is that I am not spelt correctly !!!!!!!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 05, 2010, 03:17:48 PM
Let's see? rubschin:
Bit decrepit Ageing Expensive High maintenance Prone to fall apart Temperamental
LYN!!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 03:20:12 PM
But you will be involved Uncle.... we'll welcome your comments like... cloud9:
Scrap it and buy a decent motor. ;)
Out driving today I let a Triumph Spitfire out of a side turning, Immaculate condition, open top, bright red. When I was young I would have killed for one. My daughter sat next to me looked at it and said "It looks like a toy car" Give me a modern car any day.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 05, 2010, 07:19:46 PM
But you will be involved Uncle.... we'll welcome your comments like... cloud9:
Scrap it and buy a decent motor. ;)
Out driving today I let a Triumph Spitfire out of a side turning, Immaculate condition, open top, bright red. When I was young I would have killed for one. My daughter sat next to me looked at it and said "It looks like a toy car" Give me a modern car any day.
Don't worry Uncle... as she matures she will appreciate the finer things in life....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 05, 2010, 07:39:43 PM
I think it has a name already ........ Miss Moneypit
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 05, 2010, 10:25:32 PM
BM..............Barmans Mini! Me'mi pronounced meemee..........Me'Mini! I like that one, mee mee. Sweet as a nut. cloud9:
Min Min. Mins Mim
Other than that, a multitude of stoopid humans names. ::) Alf, Jock, Bill,
I'll keep thinking if you want.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 05, 2010, 11:05:17 PM
Me mi, sounds exactly right. She will want all the attention, all of the time. whistle:
Being a Mini, made in Burningham, your assumption is correct. ;)
Still a car to be proud of though. Great British heritage if ever there was.
I shall be droolong over some other fine specimins within the next few hours too.
Meanwhile, the clock is ticking for the arrival of our new VP baby that at least I will be proud to see in here, and to follow its progress back to its former glory. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 06, 2010, 08:04:35 AM
Quote
I shall be droolong over some other fine specimins within the next few hours too.
You'll get yerself arrested noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 06, 2010, 08:44:51 AM
We're back... all three of us.... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New Old Banger Thread
Post by: Nick on June 06, 2010, 09:05:30 AM
Meeting the transporter guy there at 9 (7am your time)... say half an hour to load up and do the paperwork... 1? hours back to here... half an hour to unload... should have the first pictures uploaded by say 10am your time...?
tunble:
Growler must be pacing up and down like an expectant father outside the maternity wing. Come on BM, Growler's waiting to go to Tatton Park to buy it a pressie
Title: Re: BM's All New Old Banger Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 09:11:34 AM
Meeting the transporter guy there at 9 (7am your time)... say half an hour to load up and do the paperwork... 1? hours back to here... half an hour to unload... should have the first pictures uploaded by say 10am your time...?
tunble:
Growler must be pacing up and down like an expectant father outside the maternity wing. Come on BM, Growler's waiting to go to Tatton Park to buy it a pressie
Poor Growler... lol:
I'm just gonna wash her now...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 09:12:23 AM
Meeting the transporter guy there at 9 (7am your time)... say half an hour to load up and do the paperwork... 1? hours back to here... half an hour to unload... should have the first pictures uploaded by say 10am your time...?
tunble:
Growler must be pacing up and down like an expectant father outside the maternity wing. Come on BM, Growler's waiting to go to Tatton Park to buy it a pressie
Poor Growler... lol:
I'm just gonna wash her now...
No hurry, no worries. Take some piccies at your leisure BM.
Meanwhile, those that really aren't interested, and are just using this thread to hurll abuse and constantly take the piss, would you mind going and finding yourselves a hobby, or life even?
Thank you so much. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on June 06, 2010, 09:20:35 AM
For reasons I don't quite understand (it was all Greek to me) we put the Green car on the trailer and towed the GT back... hour and a half... nothing fell off or seized up...
Car is packed-full of spare bits! cloud9:
I've just given her a wash, will unload the bits to see what is there, take an inventory and post some more pictures...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 09:51:17 AM
Fantastic. Bit of a 'list' to the right on the GT there BM. rubschin:
I'm off to Tatton shortly.
I;ve pre-warned Mrs G that I could be coming home with something more for the path. cloud9:
She's warned me that if I do, I can live in it. ::)
Classic camper it is then my little sweetie pie. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 06, 2010, 10:00:10 AM
There is a complete Stage 1 kit (air filter, inlet manifold, exhaust manifold, full exhaust pipe, air filter, carb jet, etc. and another ?300 of assorted hardware plus a complete set of wheels...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 06, 2010, 11:45:15 AM
Growler will wet himself noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 06, 2010, 11:57:24 AM
'specially if he has bought a complete Stage 1 kit (air filter, inlet manifold, exhaust manifold, full exhaust pipe, air filter, carb jet, etc. or part thereof at his trade fair today.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 06, 2010, 12:04:27 PM
'specially if he has bought a complete Stage 1 kit (air filter, inlet manifold, exhaust manifold, full exhaust pipe, air filter, carb jet, etc. or part thereof at his trade fair today.
happy001
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 06, 2010, 12:13:16 PM
At BM's expense whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 06, 2010, 12:56:41 PM
'specially if he has bought a complete Stage 1 kit (air filter, inlet manifold, exhaust manifold, full exhaust pipe, air filter, carb jet, etc. or part thereof at his trade fair today.
Nah. No such luck. This show at Tatton Park is supposed to be one of the premier events of the year.
This year, it WAS actually bordering on shite. Low attendance jusdging by the car park, and nowhere near as many cars on display as in previous years.
Only bumpers I could find where new Mini ones, but not Clubman unfortunately.
Generally speaking, the trade stands were very very poor, full of totally useless and unwanted unlabelled utter junk, and why on gods earth ANYONE would want to purchase cheap fake jewellery, bath towels, T shirts, wooley jumpers, assorted plastic toy shite, tat pictures, socks, plastic flip flops, general nasty cheap beach wear, plant pots and associated plants, bbq's, double glazing, conservatories, random plumbing materials, plastic water fountains, garden furniture including knomes, pixies, and fairies sitting on plastic toadstools at a bloody classic car show, is way way over my head. Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 06, 2010, 05:23:49 PM
Wenchy would have loved it noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on June 06, 2010, 05:29:22 PM
Low attendance jusdging by the car park, and nowhere near as many cars on display as in previous years.
The trade show I went to today was far from well attended; less so than previous for sure. Since it's targetted at small retailers that's surprising since Sunday is their closed day which gives them the opportunity to go and buy stock. rubschin: Sign of the times perhaps.
I shall nip over there again on Tuesday afternoon to pick up a couple end of show wholesale bargains ... well, it'll save them the trouble of taking them back to the factory whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 05:30:48 PM
Low attendance jusdging by the car park, and nowhere near as many cars on display as in previous years.
The trade show I went to today was far from well attended; less so than previous for sure. Since it's targetted at small retailers that's surprising since Sunday is their closed day which gives them the opportunity to go and buy stock. rubschin: Sign of the times perhaps.
I shall nip over there again on Tuesday afternoon to pick up a couple end of show wholesale bargains ... well, it'll save them the trouble of taking them back to the factory whistle:
Recession is only now becoming evident at 'our'level I fear.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 06, 2010, 05:32:01 PM
We are all skint. noooo: I know I am sad24:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 05:32:54 PM
Indeed she would have. Tat mountain surplus was in full evidence.
Heard a couple of trade stand sellers complaining about lack of business.
If I was to set up a stand, I'd at least specialise in something motor related and completely unique and interesting, not the contents of the local scrap yard and crap scrounged from the local council tip assistants.
Just how many spray cans of BMC Sandstone Grey does the general public actually require ey, how many?
Correct.
NONE! Tell that to the poor sod that seemingly purchased a job lot of 500 25 years ago for ?50 no doubt.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on June 06, 2010, 05:43:15 PM
Recession is only now becoming evident at 'our'level I fear.
I was talking to one exhibitor I've known for some years. Reasonable size business in the West country; not doing badly considering the climate. He said he had a call from his bank manager last week asking how he was getting on. Not so bad, he said and enquired what things were like with other business customers ...
" ... er, not so good. We're going to see quite a few closures soon." Tip of the iceberg, I fear.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 06, 2010, 08:05:54 PM
No bumper then... sad24:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 08:23:45 PM
Sorry mate. I did search every stand that was selling that kind of stuff. As I said before, I could only find the original shape Mini bumpers (new) They seem to be plentiful.
Have you asked the local club over there? Probably best drawing up a list of what you do actually need first, and then blitzing them....and me. lol:
Good to see it home and safe anyway.
Apologies for sounding so enthusiastic, but classic cars are one of my favourite passions. Nowt that wrong in that is there...apart from boring the arse off some it seems?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 06, 2010, 08:46:38 PM
Sorry mate. I did search every stand that was selling that kind of stuff. As I said before, I could only find the original shape Mini bumpers (new) They seem to be plentiful.
Have you asked the local club over there? Probably best drawing up a list of what you do actually need first, and then blitzing them....and me. lol:
Good to see it home and safe anyway.
Apologies for sounding so enthusiastic, but classic cars are one of my favourite passions. Nowt that wrong in that is there...apart from boring the arse off some it seems?
I'll start stripping out the insides tomorrer and get a list of 'needs' going... appreciate your help...
I'm going to rebuild both subbies so will prolly need a load of suspension parts... oh and that band and rubber that holds the wiper motor... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 06, 2010, 10:43:20 PM
Insides coming out a treat... looks remarkably sound... rubschin:
Seats ok? Carpet? Door cards? Dashboard?
These are all things I specialise in, but getting them here or vice versa could be logistically a tad trying.
Headlinings can be a bit suspect on them too iirc.
It all needs re-doing...
Seats are mechanically sound... need re-upholstering...
Cards and carpet have gone...
Dashboard needs replacing but the binnacle (sp?) can be refurbished so I have decided to re-build the dash as the original...
Struggling to get the dash out tho... gonna pop to the post office and see if my Haynes manuals are there (and get a kebab problee)...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 07, 2010, 09:13:07 AM
Have you actually got the old carpet set, cus that could be sent over reasonably cheaply I'd have thought. I can then get a new set made up for you in any colour you like like. cloud9:
Need an old set to act as template though. Can get the seats recovered in leather or vinyl too.
You got car interior specialist trimmers out there already though p'raps? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 07, 2010, 09:24:40 AM
I've found a mint Clubman estate at one of the grages I do werk for. cloud9:
1 owner, 20k from new. Donated to the main stealer from whence it originally came apparently I say 'mint', cus looking at it outside and in, it does look absolutely stunning, albeit it being finished in dull as ditch water beige. ::) It does need welding doing underneath though apparently, but I'm going to suggest that if they can get it all welded up where required, get it mot'd, then I'll take it 'round the classic car shows for them on their behalf, with some advertising written on it for them, especially for their bodyshop.
Boss is a prickly old minge bag though however, so it'll be a great test of my negotiational and diplomatic skills.
Poor thing has just been sitting in a dark corner of the werkshop covered in dust with flat tyres for over 4 years now. cry: It needs some luuuuuuurve that I can give it. cloud9:
I'll also have to negotiate them storing it too, as I've now run out of room on the Growler estate. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 07, 2010, 09:52:17 AM
Have you actually got the old carpet set, cus that could be sent over reasonably cheaply I'd have thought. I can then get a new set made up for you in any colour you like like. cloud9:
Need an old set to act as template though. Can get the seats recovered in leather or vinyl too.
You got car interior specialist trimmers out there already though p'raps? rubschin:
I've chucked the carpets and mats - they were ghastly... noooo:
Apparently there are people here that can do all the seats and stuff... I'll find out...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 07, 2010, 02:58:08 PM
Have you actually got the old carpet set, cus that could be sent over reasonably cheaply I'd have thought. I can then get a new set made up for you in any colour you like like. cloud9:
Need an old set to act as template though. Can get the seats recovered in leather or vinyl too.
You got car interior specialist trimmers out there already though p'raps? rubschin:
I've chucked the carpets and mats - they were ghastly... noooo:
Apparently there are people here that can do all the seats and stuff... I'll find out...
I've just been told I should have kept them... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 07, 2010, 03:20:07 PM
Have you actually got the old carpet set, cus that could be sent over reasonably cheaply I'd have thought. I can then get a new set made up for you in any colour you like like. cloud9:
Need an old set to act as template though. Can get the seats recovered in leather or vinyl too.
You got car interior specialist trimmers out there already though p'raps? rubschin:
I've chucked the carpets and mats - they were ghastly... noooo:
Apparently there are people here that can do all the seats and stuff... I'll find out...
I've just been told I should have kept them... redface:
For templating? whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 07, 2010, 03:33:25 PM
Have you actually got the old carpet set, cus that could be sent over reasonably cheaply I'd have thought. I can then get a new set made up for you in any colour you like like. cloud9:
Need an old set to act as template though. Can get the seats recovered in leather or vinyl too.
You got car interior specialist trimmers out there already though p'raps? rubschin:
I've chucked the carpets and mats - they were ghastly... noooo:
Apparently there are people here that can do all the seats and stuff... I'll find out...
I've just been told I should have kept them... redface:
For templating? whistle:
Yes... redface:
They were disgusterous tho... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 07, 2010, 03:40:14 PM
Have you actually got the old carpet set, cus that could be sent over reasonably cheaply I'd have thought. I can then get a new set made up for you in any colour you like like. cloud9:
Need an old set to act as template though. Can get the seats recovered in leather or vinyl too.
You got car interior specialist trimmers out there already though p'raps? rubschin:
I've chucked the carpets and mats - they were ghastly... noooo:
Apparently there are people here that can do all the seats and stuff... I'll find out...
I've just been told I should have kept them... redface:
For templating? whistle:
Yes... redface:
They were disgusterous tho... noooo:
Yes yes yes, more than likely, but how the hell are they now going to cut some new ones out for you you great steaming plant pot? ::)
Mini owners club to see if anyone has got an old set they're chucking out p'raps?
What you done with the old set? Can you retrieve them?
Do NOT tell me that you've burnt them, oh no no no no. noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 07, 2010, 03:44:06 PM
I've just cleaned it up a bit and moved it so it looks less 'dumped' and more 'parked'... Not a lot more mind.... redface:
I've seen werse BM, much werse.
What's it like underneath then?
That looks quite salvagable to me.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 08, 2010, 07:44:39 AM
I used to have one of those in red.
Mind I have over the years owned five minis, ranging from an early 850cc in blue through to a Clubman in black. Loved 'em all. (Never had a green one tho')
Hard to believe now that up to 6 airmen used to belt down to London (from RAF Lyneham) every weekend in an 850 mini but we did. Mind that was in 1966 and the laws about how many people in a vehicle were less rigorously enforced as were those on drink driving.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 07:45:34 AM
I've just cleaned it up a bit and moved it so it looks less 'dumped' and more 'parked'... Not a lot more mind.... redface:
I've seen werse BM, much werse.
What's it like underneath then?
That looks quite salvagable to me.
Yes, it is complete anyway... everything there and the interior is excellent for such an old car... In fact the heater assembly and controls are much better than the 1275GT...
Need to determine ownership before I can do anything with it tho...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 08, 2010, 07:48:48 AM
I've just cleaned it up a bit and moved it so it looks less 'dumped' and more 'parked'... Not a lot more mind.... redface:
I've seen werse BM, much werse.
What's it like underneath then?
That looks quite salvagable to me.
Yes, it is complete anyway... everything there and the interior is excellent for such an old car... In fact the heater assembly and controls are much better than the 1275GT...
Need to determine ownership before I can do anything with it tho...
So, you've obtained 2 purfectly decemt Mini's that just need a bit of fettling for less than a grand?! eeek:
Makes that link I did for that bare shell on Sunday night look even more of a dreamboat now. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 07:54:45 AM
A tank is summat I've never driven tbh. Must get that sorted.
Meanwhile, this paint colour name is now adgitating me, so I AM going to have to go out into the pissing rain, down the garden and into the garage to find this can.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 08:08:25 AM
A tank is summat I've never driven tbh. Must get that sorted.
Meanwhile, this paint colour name is now adgitating me, so I AM going to have to go out into the pissing rain, down the garden and into the garage to find this can.
For real! (http://www.funtrak.co.uk/index.php) Drool:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 08, 2010, 08:22:56 AM
Oh yes!
A PROPER BIG boys toy. cloud9:
Meanwhile the colur of you Mini is called 'Lime Flower' according to my rusty can. The lid disintegrated when I took it off to see if it still sprayed after 25 years....and it DID! eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 08:26:55 AM
Meanwhile the colur of you Mini is called 'Lime Flower' according to my rusty can. The lid disintegrated when I took it off to see if it still sprayed after 25 years....and it DID! eeek:
Don't waste it, I might need it! lol:
Lime Flower is a bit poovy tho... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on June 08, 2010, 09:46:13 AM
A tank is summat I've never driven tbh. Must get that sorted.
Meanwhile, this paint colour name is now adgitating me, so I AM going to have to go out into the pissing rain, down the garden and into the garage to find this can.
For real! (http://www.funtrak.co.uk/index.php) Drool:
Can't find a price for them.
Just wonderin' like. Bit of an 'add on'. rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 08, 2010, 09:55:05 AM
Can't remember what the seats were covered in on the GT. Cloth or vinyl?
The ones I removed are vinyl...
I have to keep reminding myself that it was manufactured 37 years ago (V5 says 01/01/1973) and any amound of things could have happened in that time...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 08, 2010, 10:59:35 AM
Yes i bloody know. ::) Just a bit of agitation and frustration creeping in. I can get slightly agitated sometimes apparently you know, so some say like. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 08, 2010, 01:05:34 PM
Muppet ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 01:06:25 PM
Having a week off from what? All you do is fook about.
lol: lol: lol:
A week off from werkin on Mi Mini like... whistle:
FFS, get it right will you. ::) This is important, very.
It's ME MI, pronounced MEE MEE, not bloody MI MINI. ::)
Right it out a thousand times. evil:
Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on June 08, 2010, 01:12:05 PM
That's only 311 times.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 08, 2010, 01:12:30 PM
I counted them too and it is indeed 311.
But that's BM ~ always less than half measure. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 08, 2010, 01:13:35 PM
But that's BM ~ always less than half measure. whistle:
I am going to do it in three separate sessions... whistle:
Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi
Okay...?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 08, 2010, 01:15:14 PM
But that's BM ~ always less than half measure. whistle:
I am going to do it in three separate sessions... whistle:
Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi
Okay...?
Good, We're getting there. cloud9: You'll never make the same mistake again then WILL you? noooo:
Sometimes we have to be cruel to be kind don't we ey?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 08, 2010, 01:18:34 PM
You're NOT copying and pasting this btw I hope? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 01:18:49 PM
Another 689 please, then you can get back to werk on it. happy088
::)
Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi Me Mi
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 01:19:19 PM
You're NOT copying and pasting this btw I hope? rubschin:
Nooooooooooooooo.... of course not! whistle:
Most excellent. I KNEW I could trust you. All for a good cause ey? cloud9:
Now, what's on the itineray this avvy then ey? Sinister:
Head off to inspect the valves p'raps? rubschin: What about getting the subframe off for a closer inspection p'raps? rubschin:
Got the rad off, alternator, etc.
Undoing all the other stuff but I need to get hold of a trolley jack and some stands later this week before I can lift the body off the front subby and engine...
The head was theoretically done a few hours running ago and is unleaded ready...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 08, 2010, 01:32:35 PM
Notice how he waited until LL had left the country to buy this rust bucket noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 01:38:25 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 08, 2010, 02:09:29 PM
I found that oil dripped onto the drive was best removed with a biological washing powder, liberally sprinkled over the offending marks and then scrubbed furiously with a yard broom. Works reasonably well on concrete but is useless if you have a brick drive. Gravel is, of course, best removed and replaced but she'll still spot any colour variation from what was there 6 months ago so only remove the oil stained bit and mix any new gravel in with the old. Think "The Great Escape" and the disposal of the soil dug out of the tunnels and you may have a chance. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 02:25:13 PM
I found that oil dripped onto the drive was best removed with a biological washing powder, liberally sprinkled over the offending marks and then scrubbed furiously with a yard broom. Works reasonably well on concrete but is useless if you have a brick drive. Gravel is, of course, best removed and replaced but she'll still spot any colour variation from what was there 6 months ago so only remove the oil stained bit and mix any new gravel in with the old. Think "The Great Escape" and the disposal of the soil dug out of the tunnels and you may have a chance. whistle:
It is stamped concrete... However, the sun is so fierce here spilt oil quickly breaks down... probably like.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 08, 2010, 02:27:11 PM
I found that oil dripped onto the drive was best removed with a biological washing powder, liberally sprinkled over the offending marks and then scrubbed furiously with a yard broom. Works reasonably well on concrete but is useless if you have a brick drive. Gravel is, of course, best removed and replaced but she'll still spot any colour variation from what was there 6 months ago so only remove the oil stained bit and mix any new gravel in with the old. Think "The Great Escape" and the disposal of the soil dug out of the tunnels and you may have a chance. whistle:
It is stamped concrete... However, the sun is so fierce here spilt oil quickly breaks down... probably like.... whistle:
Dead man walking whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 08, 2010, 02:37:28 PM
I found that oil dripped onto the drive was best removed with a biological washing powder, liberally sprinkled over the offending marks and then scrubbed furiously with a yard broom. Works reasonably well on concrete but is useless if you have a brick drive. Gravel is, of course, best removed and replaced but she'll still spot any colour variation from what was there 6 months ago so only remove the oil stained bit and mix any new gravel in with the old. Think "The Great Escape" and the disposal of the soil dug out of the tunnels and you may have a chance. whistle:
It is stamped concrete... However, the sun is so fierce here spilt oil quickly breaks down... probably like.... whistle:
Dead man walking whistle:
She's not back 'til September... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 08, 2010, 02:38:23 PM
LL Hawkeye will check it out. He is dead for sure noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 08, 2010, 02:38:43 PM
I found that oil dripped onto the drive was best removed with a biological washing powder, liberally sprinkled over the offending marks and then scrubbed furiously with a yard broom. Works reasonably well on concrete but is useless if you have a brick drive. Gravel is, of course, best removed and replaced but she'll still spot any colour variation from what was there 6 months ago so only remove the oil stained bit and mix any new gravel in with the old. Think "The Great Escape" and the disposal of the soil dug out of the tunnels and you may have a chance. whistle:
It is stamped concrete... However, the sun is so fierce here spilt oil quickly breaks down... probably like.... whistle:
Dead man walking whistle:
She's not back 'til September... whistle:
Look upon it as a suspended sentence not a pardon.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: The Moan Ranger on June 08, 2010, 02:46:48 PM
She can pay her way and get grinding like the rest of us FFS man. eveilgrin:
SHAKE YERSELF UP! eveilgrin:
Errrr I am on holiday Mr G .....I am quite happy to leave BM to his masterpiece whilst I sunbathe and stuff tho.
I might even put the kettle on occasionally and bring the grease monkey a cup of tea...when I've reached a good point to stop reading my book of course.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on June 08, 2010, 09:02:11 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 08, 2010, 09:07:37 PM
You have met her then?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 09, 2010, 09:28:39 AM
I love the way the Haynes manual says "Extract the split pin and withdraw the clevis pin", neglecting to mention that you need the skills of a keyhole surgeon and/or gynaecologist in order to do so... evil:
I appear to be bleeding from the top of mi ed... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 09, 2010, 09:53:51 AM
I love the way the Haynes manual says "Extract the split pin and withdraw the clevis pin", neglecting to mention that you need the skills of a keyhole surgeon and/or gynaecologist in order to do so... evil:
I appear to be bleeding from the top of mi ed... redface:
Should have kept the bucket on. noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 09, 2010, 10:20:33 AM
Growler - what wheels, and what colour...?
I'm thinking of getting the original 10? rostyles shot blasted and powder coated silver...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Grumpmeister on June 09, 2010, 12:46:33 PM
I love the way the Haynes manual says "Extract the split pin and withdraw the clevis pin", neglecting to mention that you need the skills of a keyhole surgeon and/or gynaecologist in order to do so... evil:
I appear to be bleeding from the top of mi ed... redface:
Should have kept the bucket on. noooo:
LL tells him the same thing on a regular basis apparently whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 09, 2010, 01:35:19 PM
So we could have all silver or black bits like you say like...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 09, 2010, 06:33:39 PM
Sorry mate, and I know it's a pain in the arse, but the centers HAVE to be painted black as in those pictures.
I've seen wheels, such as on my AX GT, that have been completely painted silver when they should have black sections too, and they just look so wrong, obviously painted, and pitifully shite, as though the owner just couldn't be arsed finishing the job of properly. Do it properly and it'll look absolutely ace.
On saying all that, I still don't remember the GT having those wheels in the first place tbh. confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 09, 2010, 07:05:17 PM
Sorry mate, and I know it's a pain in the arse, but the centers HAVE to be painted black as in those pictures.
I've seen wheels, such as on my AX GT, that have been completely painted silver when they should have black sections too, and they just look so wrong, obviously painted, and pitifully shite, as though the owner just couldn't be arsed finishing the job of properly. Do it properly and it'll look absolutely ace.
On saying all that, I still don't remember the GT having those wheels in the first place tbh. confused:
Have a look at this (http://www.aronline.co.uk/index.htm?cotm200511f.htm)like... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 09, 2010, 09:52:44 PM
Sorry mate, and I know it's a pain in the arse, but the centers HAVE to be painted black as in those pictures.
I've seen wheels, such as on my AX GT, that have been completely painted silver when they should have black sections too, and they just look so wrong, obviously painted, and pitifully shite, as though the owner just couldn't be arsed finishing the job of properly. Do it properly and it'll look absolutely ace.
On saying all that, I still don't remember the GT having those wheels in the first place tbh. confused:
Have a look at this (http://www.aronline.co.uk/index.htm?cotm200511f.htm)like... rubschin:
Very very nice, but I notice the wheels are ALL silver. rubschin:
I'm sure the centers are supposed to be black. I need to find an original manufacturers brochure on it, to confirm it one way or the other.
If I find one, or should I say two, I'll post one to you. The other one can go into G jnrs absolutely mahooooosive car brochure collection. cloud9:
All this excitement....for you and me at least, is stoking my fire to get the AX GT sorted now too. cloud9: A very rare car now these days.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 09, 2010, 10:43:20 PM
Looks like I could be wrong. redface: Still not 100% convinced though. rubschin:
Well, I like the silver and I've managed to find the chrome 'centres' too (on order!)...
Once they are done I'll refurbish the alloys that are on it and get them silver/back and see what looks best...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 10, 2010, 01:10:34 PM
Right.
Wheels dropped off at the shot blasters... Expected a high-tech set-up but it is basically a field in the middle of nowhere! He has some awesome cars there including a Jaguar 4.2 in perfect condition... Drool:
Chose the spray paint for the wheels - Daf Metallic Silver
Bought myself:
1 x 2 tonne trolley jack 4 x 2 tonne axle stands 1 x 1 tonne chain host with a 4m lift
I'm gonna fix the hoist to the garage ceiling (it is concrete) with a mahoosive raw bolt...
Decided now to pull the engine and gearbox and leave a rolling chassis that can be welded up prior to stripping out the subbies, soda blasting and painting...
OK?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on June 10, 2010, 02:23:11 PM
scared2: scared2: scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 10, 2010, 02:24:19 PM
Here you go Growler! (http://www.cyprus-mail.com/cyprus/car-ferries-resume/20100610) happy088
18-20 hours trip. eeek:
Didn't realise Cyprus was that far from Greece tbqh. noooo:
About time it was all sorted anyway.
You can have a kip after that drive from the UK! happy088
Oh yes. You just let me know when the ferry is up and running, order yer bits, tell me where they need collecting from pay for the van hire (Tranny should do it) and ferries, and fuel and grub, and CAKES and Red Bull, and duty free and chocy, and I'll come over, no probleemo at all.
My time will be free in return for a couple of nights kip, some grub and some off roading in the Troodos. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 10, 2010, 06:28:33 PM
Job done! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 10, 2010, 06:31:06 PM
It'll be the adventure I've been restlessly looking for. cloud9:
Wonder if it could be done on 49cc scooter with a trailer on the back like? Bit more of a challenge like? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 10, 2010, 06:33:05 PM
I could kip in the back of the van en route like a tramp or a pikey, with Me Mi's bibs and bobs like too! Sweet, and would save on costs like too! Lafin! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 10, 2010, 06:56:52 PM
C5 NOW, if you can get it out there BM.
Mini's!! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 10, 2010, 07:07:17 PM
noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 10, 2010, 07:11:53 PM
I could kip in the back of the van en route like a tramp or a pikey, with Me Mi's bibs and bobs like too! Sweet, and would save on costs like too! Lafin! cloud9:
cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on June 10, 2010, 07:33:21 PM
Growler... what seat material are we going to have... the front seats are black vinyl and the rear cloth at the moment...
What was the original material, that's the question?
Luv the way you keep talking 'WE' here, as though it's part mine like. whistle:
The fronts are all vinyl, the rears are vinyl/cloth...
Want a picture...?
Oh yes, always want piccies, and most important that you take plenty too.
Still probably won't know what the originals were though will we? Vinyl I suspect, but I could be very wrong, in fact rubschin: no, I think they were cloth, as the standard Clubman me mum had in '78 had cloth iirc.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 11, 2010, 09:18:20 AM
Growler... what seat material are we going to have... the front seats are black vinyl and the rear cloth at the moment...
What was the original material, that's the question?
Luv the way you keep talking 'WE' here, as though it's part mine like. whistle:
The fronts are all vinyl, the rears are vinyl/cloth...
Want a picture...?
Oh yes, always want piccies, and most important that you take plenty too.
Still probably won't know what the originals were though will we? Vinyl I suspect, but I could be very wrong, in fact rubschin: no, I think they were cloth, as the standard Clubman me mum had in '78 had cloth iirc.
Growler... what seat material are we going to have... the front seats are black vinyl and the rear cloth at the moment...
What was the original material, that's the question?
Luv the way you keep talking 'WE' here, as though it's part mine like. whistle:
The fronts are all vinyl, the rears are vinyl/cloth...
Want a picture...?
Oh yes, always want piccies, and most important that you take plenty too.
Still probably won't know what the originals were though will we? Vinyl I suspect, but I could be very wrong, in fact rubschin: no, I think they were cloth, as the standard Clubman me mum had in '78 had cloth iirc.
Had a bugger of a job trying to remove the drive shafts today so the engine is still in at the moment... evil:
If one of those is the original, my dosh is on the cloth.
Full leather conversion is the way forward, unless you can get the original material that is? Don't just throw any old random crappy material in there though. noooo:
Need to do some research here you know.
Has the Cyprus Mini Owners Club got a forum that you could ask these sort of questions on?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 04:01:37 AM
Well, it looked like it at the time... the bloody thing still has two drive shafts attached! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 09:32:48 AM
YES! Brute force and ingenuity win the day! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 12, 2010, 09:46:34 AM
SEATS!
Black leather. Plain bolsters, perforated center sections, finished off with red piping. Black carpet with red edging to match. Black vinyl or leather door cards and rear inner 1/4 panels.
cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 09:55:45 AM
Black leather. Plain bolsters, perforated center sections, finished off with red piping. Black carpet with red edging to match. Black vinyl or leather door cards and rear inner 1/4 panels.
cloud9:
FOund a guy here that can do them as per the original black vinyl... Will drop them off this week... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 12, 2010, 09:58:22 AM
Black leather. Plain bolsters, perforated center sections, finished off with red piping. Black carpet with red edging to match. Black vinyl or leather door cards and rear inner 1/4 panels.
cloud9:
FOund a guy here that can do them as per the original black vinyl... Will drop them off this week... cloud9:
So the front seat was the original finish then?
That's great that you've found someone to do them as original. happy088 Think I'd be struggling to find that exact material tbqh.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 10:20:53 AM
Black leather. Plain bolsters, perforated center sections, finished off with red piping. Black carpet with red edging to match. Black vinyl or leather door cards and rear inner 1/4 panels.
cloud9:
FOund a guy here that can do them as per the original black vinyl... Will drop them off this week... cloud9:
So the front seat was the original finish then?
That's great that you've found someone to do them as original. happy088 Think I'd be struggling to find that exact material tbqh.
It would be a bugger shipping them back to you too! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 11:55:44 AM
Second drive shaft out - easy when you know how... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 12, 2010, 02:30:37 PM
Must say BM, i'm well impressed with the way you've really got stuck straight into this project from day 1. happ096
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 02:40:22 PM
I ran out of steam this arvo tho... I started undoing the last four bolts that hold the engine but I was exhaustimicated... noooo:
I didn't think I could manage to push it in the garage under the winch and have the engine out... so I packed up and had a boiling hot shower - complete with washing up liquid to get the muck off... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on June 12, 2010, 02:51:53 PM
Down the Taverna now then?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 12, 2010, 03:25:09 PM
Where can I buy stainless nuts and bolts Growler...?
Where? U.K. or Cyprus?
Never had need or use for them tbh, so don't really know. Specialist nuts and bolts merchant problee. You done an intermong search for stockists of such items over there like p'raps?
What's a 'drift' btw? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 13, 2010, 07:37:48 AM
Where can I buy stainless nuts and bolts Growler...?
Where? U.K. or Cyprus?
Never had need or use for them tbh, so don't really know. Specialist nuts and bolts merchant problee. You done an intermong search for stockists of such items over there like p'raps?
What's a 'drift' btw? rubschin:
A drift... for drifting out bushes and pins and stuff...
I used a series of screwdrivers to drift out the pin that held the remote gearchange parts to the gearbox...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 13, 2010, 07:44:47 AM
Oh, right.
I could have googled it, but I'm not one of those that likes to appear to know everything about everything.. whistle:
I'm not actually that heavily into the mechanical workings side of motors. I know my limitaions and am not too proud or ashamed to admit them. noooo:
Always willing to listen and learn though.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 13, 2010, 07:59:24 AM
Where can I buy stainless nuts and bolts Growler...?
Heard my name.......marine supply stores would be the best bet for stainless steel nuts and bolts but expensive in Cyprus. We drove past one the other day in Paphos old town and I know one in Larnaca. There is supposed to be a good one near the old port in Limassol as well.
BTW..................HI everyone!!!!!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 13, 2010, 11:59:02 AM
Where can I buy stainless nuts and bolts Growler...?
Heard my name.......marine supply stores would be the best bet for stainless steel nuts and bolts but expensive in Cyprus. We drove past one the other day in Paphos old town and I know one in Larnaca. There is supposed to be a good one near the old port in Limassol as well.
BTW..................HI everyone!!!!!
Thanks for that!
And welcome to the pub! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 13, 2010, 12:20:36 PM
So the mini thread had brought in a new boy!
Welcome, the pub has been Kafenes-free for much too long.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 13, 2010, 12:26:26 PM
She's right you know. The arse end sags, tits look more like envelope flaps, legs start to resemble road maps .... she has sooooooooo much to look forward to in a year or two and all that gym work will have been in vain. Sad really but never mind ~ there are always newer models coming round the corner. eveilgrin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on June 14, 2010, 07:20:39 AM
There are indeed always new models but as you've learnt to your cost ...upgrading or part exchanging can prove very expensive whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 14, 2010, 07:23:21 AM
Not if you take up the offers of a free test drive whistle: whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on June 14, 2010, 07:24:21 AM
Manual or automatic whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 14, 2010, 07:28:18 AM
I'll have you know I am in peak physical fitness.... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 14, 2010, 07:39:49 AM
Engine out day today... just four bolts to remove... what could possibly go wrong...? Shrugs:
Just DON'T drop it on your foot!!!! smile:
The suspension collapsed... sad24:
How?
It is 'dry' on Me Mi isn't it? rubschin:
It is dry...
I had to dismantle the suspension to get the drive shafts out...
I put it all back together loosely and put the wheels back on so I could push it in the garage under the winch... But I didn't connect the tie-bars to the lower wishbones...
They are obviously quite important to the steering geometry.... lol:
Oh and I had the shockers off too which didn't help... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 14, 2010, 07:51:27 AM
He's gubbed it ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 14, 2010, 07:54:05 AM
Engine out day today... just four bolts to remove... what could possibly go wrong...? Shrugs:
Just DON'T drop it on your foot!!!! smile:
The suspension collapsed... sad24:
How?
It is 'dry' on Me Mi isn't it? rubschin:
It is dry...
I had to dismantle the suspension to get the drive shafts out...
I put it all back together loosely and put the wheels back on so I could push it in the garage under the winch... But I didn't connect the tie-bars to the lower wishbones...
They are obviously quite important to the steering geometry.... lol:
Oh and I had the shockers off too which didn't help... noooo:
Thought it was.
Never mind, easily sorted by a man of your calibre.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 14, 2010, 08:08:55 AM
Taken out is a term used in gangster movies to describe killing someone or destroying an object. e.g. "He took out Billy the Fish" or "The bridge was taken out with gelignite"
whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 14, 2010, 04:41:52 PM
And you BM! I told you "You're only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!"
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 14, 2010, 04:44:19 PM
I bet LL's nice house is covered in greasy paw prints and other shite noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Grumpmeister on June 15, 2010, 01:28:26 AM
I bet LL's nice house is covered in greasy paw prints and other shite noooo:
redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 15, 2010, 06:33:40 AM
A quick photo update then...
So... I spent the last week stripping out the insides... all has gone well except I can't get the upper dash off (until the screen comes out I think) and I've been unable to move the pedal box... there is some 'repair' welding under the bonnet and I'm wondering id the pedal box has become permanently fixed... If so I can work around it so no real problems. (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2FAh3MA.jpg&hash=6c192634f9ef78f022c7fe22a91a72a17ee1678b) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVAh3MA)
There is a big hole in the drivers floor (which has been previously repaired) but apart from that it all looks fairly sound... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2FAh6gJ.jpg&hash=53597697ba74c40837d0428cadcae638d3eeded1) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVAh6gJ) Then I started on the mechanics... removed everything removable without any real issues (except it is impossible to find a 1 5/16" socket in Cyprus so 34mm had to suffice for the hub nuts). Also, explaining 'ball joint splitter' to a DIY shop owner that speaks no English is a challenging experience. I've found the two Haynes manuals (Service and Repair and Restoration) to be invaluable although they do sometimes gloss over points and use technical terms which I had to look up (I'm a complete novice at this). The Intermong has proved a life saver once or twice too...
All the bits that came out look okay although I'll need new tie bars and lots of 'repair kits' to get it up to scratch before it goes together again... Interestingly I pulled one drive shaft and lovely shiny ball bearings fell out of the pot joint while in the other they were brown and looked just like Malteasers (yummy) obviously corroded and quite pitted....
I originally planned to remove the front subframe complete with engine and running gear but then changed my mind and decided to leave a 'running chassis' for a while... Time will tell if this was the right decision or not... A hydraulic engine hoist was an outrageous €840 so I bought a 1 tonne chain hoist and fixed it to the (concrete) roof of my garage with a 20mm rawbolt with a ring on the end... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2FAhbg0.jpg&hash=259794817ffc032d54039cafc5c98a5595e9c0b8) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVAhbg0)
So having disconnected everything and 'removed the four bolts that hold the engine' which require gynaecology expertise I lifted the engine out... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2FAhdL9.jpg&hash=87a5fd6f759b2cda15e427bce4702cd6ce334d71) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVAhdL9)
Dumped it on the floor... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2FAhgfi.jpg&hash=8ba90dcb9916682bca6b22cfa2d996f05e675589) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVAhgfi)
And pushed the much lighter Mini back out of the garage... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2FAhiKr.jpg&hash=cded94814f75aec0031ef2d9f3ece67930605519) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVAhiKr)
My plans are now for a complete engine re-build while I can hopefully get somebody else to weld up the body...
I've had the Rostyle wheels shot-blasted and painted and will pick them up today and get some rubber on them (for motivational reasons). Have found a man that can re-upholster the seats in the original vinyl so they will go off this week....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 15, 2010, 06:40:46 AM
Well that all sounds straight forward enough ~ makes one wonder quite why the previous owner/partial restorer gave up rubschin:
Always a satisfying feeling as a job progresses ~ or at least I used to find it so and of course Haynes is invaluable.
Keep up the good work chap.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 15, 2010, 06:46:31 AM
Well that all sounds straight forward enough ~ makes one wonder quite why the previous owner/partial restorer gave up rubschin:
Always a satisfying feeling as a job progresses ~ or at least I used to find it so and of course Haynes is invaluable.
Keep up the good work chap.
Thanks you...
I'm actually really enjoying it...
Have to decide now if I'm going to re-build the engine myself or give it to a professional - likewise with the body work... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 15, 2010, 06:52:35 AM
Play to your strengths and sub out work you feel is too much.
I have just Googled "Restoring a Mini 1275" An astonishing number of sites with advice sections, Q&A sections and some useful looking "Where to get" tips.
Hard to believe that there are that many people doing it ~ that said one chap in this small village has four 850 minis and one Cooper lined up on his drive, all in various states of restoration. Progress is slow mind you as he has been at it since we moved here 9 years ago ...... but he has fathered three kids in that time so perhaps funding his hobby is difficult.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 15, 2010, 08:29:33 AM
You are really getting on with this BM aren't you? eeek:
At this rate it should be completed within a couple of months. eeek: Is there a classic car show that you're aiming for to show it off at like? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 15, 2010, 09:02:07 AM
You are really getting on with this BM aren't you? eeek:
At this rate it should be completed within a couple of months. eeek: Is there a classic car show that you're aiming for to show it off at like? rubschin:
No real deadline...
Got the wheels today but the tire guy (who said he had stock yesterday) didn't have the Yokohamas so I won't be able to collect them 'til next week now...
The guy that did the wheels can soda (sp?) blast the car for €600 or sand blast it for €200... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 15, 2010, 01:12:54 PM
Go for the cheap option. What can possibly go wrong?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 15, 2010, 01:59:13 PM
I'm actually quite excited about these wheels. Xmas6:
Piccies urgently required upon completion.
Did you take some close ups of them before you sent them to the re-furbisher like?
Yokees, mmmmm. cloud9:
I should have...
I expected to have them back today and take pictures next to the car...
By the way... the shot blaster guy has one of these (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C122773/)... A Jaguar Type X 4.2 complete and runing with no visible rust and a lovely interior... what do you think it could be worth...?
We haggled with him today and it is ours for just €3,000... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 15, 2010, 06:08:10 PM
When you say "ours"?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 15, 2010, 06:25:40 PM
I'm actually quite excited about these wheels. Xmas6:
Piccies urgently required upon completion.
Did you take some close ups of them before you sent them to the re-furbisher like?
Yokees, mmmmm. cloud9:
I should have...
I expected to have them back today and take pictures next to the car...
By the way... the shot blaster guy has one of these (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C122773/)... A Jaguar Type X 4.2 complete and runing with no visible rust and a lovely interior... what do you think it could be worth...?
We haggled with him today and it is ours for just €3,000... rubschin:
Not that exact one I presume?
Not too well up on Jags tbh , but it could turn into a bit of a bottomless money pit if you get it wrong i'd imagine.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 15, 2010, 06:33:29 PM
I'm actually quite excited about these wheels. Xmas6:
Piccies urgently required upon completion.
Did you take some close ups of them before you sent them to the re-furbisher like?
Yokees, mmmmm. cloud9:
I should have...
I expected to have them back today and take pictures next to the car...
By the way... the shot blaster guy has one of these (http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C122773/)... A Jaguar Type X 4.2 complete and runing with no visible rust and a lovely interior... what do you think it could be worth...?
We haggled with him today and it is ours for just €3,000... rubschin:
Not that exact one I presume?
Not too well up on Jags tbh , but it could turn into a bit of a bottomless money pit if you get it wrong i'd imagine.
But she is beautiful.... Drool:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 15, 2010, 06:35:23 PM
LL will, of course, be thrilled ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 15, 2010, 06:37:25 PM
€3,000 for a 1964 classic runner... what could possibly go wrong like...? rubschin:
I get the same way when I roam these classic car shows I'm becoming addicted to like, but you do have to think long and hard first. nonono:
Have you got room for it like?
No... she is mahoosive... You need a bicycle to ride around her... and he has TWO of them.... cloud9:
Oh yes, I remember them from me childhood, of which I'm still in apparently, according to the gospel of St Mrs Growler. ::)
Could you make room for it like p'raps? rubschin:
It would be an asset to your driveway and 'ouse, and the pride of the neighbourhood too no doubt.
Sounds like he really needs to offload it ey? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 15, 2010, 06:58:22 PM
What colour is it? Spray it white and use it for weddings!!
More kaaaaaaachings! cloud9:
Could use it as a taxi back and forth to the airport as well!
Even MORE kaaaaaamonsteritalianochings!! cloud9:
This could really pay for itself. Mrs BM is going to be well chuffed with all this forward thinking and enterprisingness. She'll be able to go out even more buying frocks and 'andbags and shoes and wimmins bibs and bobs. happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 15, 2010, 07:03:13 PM
I have approached her with the idea angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 15, 2010, 07:07:12 PM
I had a parcel delivered today. Quite cautious initially as it had 'Mr Tool ' plastered on the outside eeek:
BM has already been ordering noooo:
No problem. He knows I'm willing to help if I can.
May be doing a road trip adventure over there with some bits for him and Me Mi when the ferry re-opens. Who knows? Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 20, 2010, 05:10:44 PM
Got some stuff in the UK... cloud9:
Swarfega (big tub) 9/16" AF socket (missing from my old Halfords set) 1½" AF socket (ball joints) Easy Bleed Kit Screw extractor kit drift set Circlip pliers set Copper grease
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 20, 2010, 06:50:05 PM
Swarfega (big tub) 9/16" AF socket (missing from my old Halfords set) 1½" AF socket (ball joints) Easy Bleed Kit Screw extractor kit drift set Circlip pliers set Copper grease
Thought I'd found you a bumper today. eeek:
Looked like the right one, but turns out it was for an Allegro. sad32:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 21, 2010, 03:43:58 AM
Swarfega (big tub) 9/16" AF socket (missing from my old Halfords set) 1½" AF socket (ball joints) Easy Bleed Kit Screw extractor kit drift set Circlip pliers set Copper grease
Thought I'd found you a bumper today. eeek:
Looked like the right one, but turns out it was for an Allegro. sad32:
sad32:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 21, 2010, 07:51:19 AM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: The Moan Ranger on June 21, 2010, 08:48:06 AM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
Any car named after a turnip farmer is not to be trusted noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 21, 2010, 08:51:06 AM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
Any car named after a turnip farmer is not to be trusted noooo:
evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 21, 2010, 09:09:45 AM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
Any car named after a turnip farmer is not to be trusted noooo:
evil:
It was sweet as a nut. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 21, 2010, 09:19:09 AM
A mate of mine had one of those. She said it fell apart around her like a clown's car noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 21, 2010, 10:55:47 AM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
BM if you want your next project there is one of these for sale in Paphos ......
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 21, 2010, 11:32:17 AM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
BM if you want your next project there is one of these for sale in Paphos ......
apc, is it a red one?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on June 21, 2010, 03:13:10 PM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
BM if you want your next project there is one of these for sale in Paphos ......
apc, is it a red one?
Yes red but pearl paint near the cosmic bowling ...........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: kafenes on June 21, 2010, 03:21:26 PM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
BM if you want your next project there is one of these for sale in Paphos ......
apc, is it a red one?
Yes red but pearl paint near the cosmic bowling ...........
Yep, that's the one. Owned by the guy who has the boat yard accross the road.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on June 21, 2010, 03:27:52 PM
If I thought I could of got away with it, I'd have come home in one of these yesterday.
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C147624/
"For sale, offers invited." Probably 12-15 grands worth I'd think. rubschin: Absolutely pristine and stunning condition. Looked like brand new tbh. eeek:
BM if you want your next project there is one of these for sale in Paphos ......
apc, is it a red one?
Yes red but pearl paint near the cosmic bowling ...........
Yep, that's the one. Owned by the guy who has the boat yard accross the road.
Got a couple of porsches too and that stupid american thing with flames up the side!!!!!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: kafenes on June 21, 2010, 03:32:37 PM
lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: kafenes on June 21, 2010, 03:38:39 PM
Oh that is sweet as a nut Kafine. Amazon is it? Not too well up on Volvos, but that looks a right hunny bunny. cloud9:
You've instantly gone up 10 rungs on me social ladder. happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: kafenes on June 21, 2010, 11:47:04 PM
That's right Growler, it's a 1966 Amazon 122s. Took me 5 years to restore from what it was (don't even ask about the cost) smile:. It used to belong to my neighbour who would give me lifts to school when I was 10yo.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 22, 2010, 08:21:19 AM
That's right Growler, it's a 1966 Amazon 122s. Took me 5 years to restore from what it was (don't even ask about the cost) smile:. It used to belong to my neighbour who would give me lifts to school when I was 10yo.
My bessy mate, at the time, had one when he was 17! rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 22, 2010, 01:28:14 PM
Anyhooo...
Got loadsastuff today including the proper lifting brackets for the engine, so up she came...
Down onto my new trolley... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F1K3mJ.jpg&hash=864f67c317958d1ae7f2205a073c46b4868f2b6a) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1K3mJ)
And out into the sun for dismantling and degreasing... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F1K5RS.jpg&hash=868ced017f791d887d44f62fd1a6e8a020c12703) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1K5RS)
Chain winch all neatly stowed away so LL won't even notice... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F1K8m0.jpg&hash=0173b1a74e590d6127cbe17b063d68230737c192) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1K8m0)
And she begins to come apart... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F1KaR9.jpg&hash=17b6343b964304911720761e9b5d57280cd08203) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1KaR9)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 22, 2010, 01:39:13 PM
I guess LL will inherit the wreckage of the Mini Me noooo:
Very sad. She will prolly put it all in a skip, rightly
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on June 22, 2010, 01:59:17 PM
She's bound to get a man in.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 22, 2010, 02:04:21 PM
Miss D could lend her PT angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 22, 2010, 09:16:06 PM
So so so so many green eyed monsters in here isn't there BM. ::)
So so so so many saddos with no really interesting pastimes and hobbies, apart from taking the urine of course. ::) Sad in'it? ::) They are like ghouls and vultures, JUST waiting for summat to go wrong. ::) Pathetic and purile. ::)
We rise well above that sort of nonsense don't we BM? happy088
I shall look forward to updates upon my return, unless I can find a 'puter to log onto over there of course. rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 23, 2010, 02:55:22 AM
So so so so many green eyed monsters in here isn't there BM. ::)
So so so so many saddos with no really interesting pastimes and hobbies, apart from taking the urine of course. ::) Sad in'it? ::) They are like ghouls and vultures, JUST waiting for summat to go wrong. ::) Pathetic and purile. ::)
We rise well above that sort of nonsense don't we BM? happy088
I shall look forward to updates upon my return, unless I can find a 'puter to log onto over there of course. rubschin:
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Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 23, 2010, 09:30:48 AM
Well, I'm not sure my methods were entirely orthodox but the front subframe is now out...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 24, 2010, 12:01:52 PM
A quick update...
Got the car lifted up on stands yesterday and sprayed the bolts holding the rear subframe so that it will hopefully come out easily this afternoon... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimage.org%2FMyJSS.jpg&hash=c4957c7836eab4f1bdb753ab2072bf5272219972) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsMyJSS) (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimage.org%2FMyOS9.jpg&hash=e885d9e26cf877c02deddef7abdc040616dd1de5) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsMyOS9)
And got my seats back from the upholsterer... very pleased with them... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimage.org%2FMyRmi.jpg&hash=0ce0681e27592103e6728da3910e82dd1da4371f) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsMyRmi) (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimage.org%2FMyTRr.jpg&hash=5eebb367483fff5839f52bdd7634a50a28f3259c) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsMyTRr) (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.postimage.org%2FMyWlA.jpg&hash=7f491c3608d86ce38f0344ce74ac8c261a667650) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsMyWlA)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 24, 2010, 04:34:00 PM
I preferred it when he was dead. This is so tedious, and the only person interested (The Bear) is fighting with Italians about grubby caravans noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 24, 2010, 04:47:45 PM
I thought Iridium was the densest substance on earth... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 24, 2010, 05:04:49 PM
No, Marmite
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 24, 2010, 05:06:39 PM
Anyhoo...
I decided to remove the rear subframe today...
Squirted all the nuts and bolts liberally with WD40 yesterday and hoped for the best...
Removed all of the bolts apart from the two front fixings on the drivers side and then took the dog for a walk... Rather stupidly, when I returned I thought "it is going so well I may as well just remove the last two bolts..."
The first one sheared straight off as soon as I tried to turn it...
The second came halfway out then the fixing in the sill snapped off leaving the bolt half-in and half-out with no chance of removing it or the subframe or getting a grinder or a hacksaw on it... So I had to drill out the head of the bolt then chop the top off with a chisel... Two hours later the subframe is out...
The offending bolts... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.postimage.org%2Fp05fS.jpg&hash=af38520de0097ba76a515764b420afb5adfced24) (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pqp05fS)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on June 24, 2010, 05:24:01 PM
He is missing his adviser
"You don't want to do it like that" (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fianfnelson.com%2Ffiles%2Fmedia%2Fimage%2FWindowsLiveWriter%2FQuestioningtheSoftwareDevelopmentProcess_A505%2Fenfield_3.jpg&hash=7df638216c47664d75a8be6191bea10d6b07c3db)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 24, 2010, 05:26:29 PM
"You don't want to do it like that" (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fianfnelson.com%2Ffiles%2Fmedia%2Fimage%2FWindowsLiveWriter%2FQuestioningtheSoftwareDevelopmentProcess_A505%2Fenfield_3.jpg&hash=7df638216c47664d75a8be6191bea10d6b07c3db)
happy001
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 27, 2010, 05:00:45 AM
Oh my poor toe... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on June 27, 2010, 08:29:59 AM
Popcorn:
I'm sure none of us will laugh
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on June 27, 2010, 08:38:18 AM
Praps Miss D can kiss it better eveilgrin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 27, 2010, 09:01:42 AM
Well... redface:
I'd finished for the day yesterday and was exhausticated...
So I was clearing away all the tools and stuff when I walked into the Mini front subframe (which was left on the garage floor) and broke my little toe... sad24:
After rolling around in agony for half an hour, using many, many swear words I managed to overcome the pain and continue with my clearing up...
So, I hobbled about collecting my tools and stuff before doing exactly the same fucking thing again! cussing:
My little toe now looks like a black pudding... sad24:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on June 27, 2010, 09:16:32 AM
They come in threes scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 27, 2010, 09:17:06 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on June 30, 2010, 09:05:43 PM
B.M. You've been a busy teddy! eeek:
Luving those seats. cloud9: You 'appy with them?
Sorry to hear about your toe btw. No one ever said this project would be tearless. noooo: All be werth it in the end, and I'm well proud of your progress. happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 01, 2010, 04:04:24 AM
Sorry to hear about your toe btw. No one ever said this project would be tearless. noooo: All be werth it in the end, and I'm well proud of your progress. happy088
I've been on light duties for the past week because of mi toe but I've been werking on it each day...
Stripped the carb, master cylinders, fan, brake servo, assorted brackets, etc. and re-painted most of them...
Finally managed to remove the last two trunion pins from the rear subframe yesterday... then started to wire brush all the cack off only to discover that it is rusted through on one side... new subby required... sad24:
I also whacked the knuckle joint off of the rear trumpets... They are supposed (as I understand it for the 1275 GT) to have two spacing washers between the knuckle and trumpet to adjust the ride height? One of them had three and the other didn't have any...
Anyways, one of the trumpets was also bent so I've decided to replace all four with adjustable versions - not Smootha Ride - just adjustable trumpets that use standard rubber cones and knuckles... I don't know if you can see them at number 67 here. (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=page&id=54)
Then I'll need some shockers too - I was thinking of Gaz GTO-2021 on the fronts and Gaz GTO-2022 on the back... autoshocks.co.uk have them quite cheap...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 01, 2010, 01:03:28 PM
So, the swing-arm bearings are shot and one of the hubs has a bit missing... oh and a bolt welded in place of a stud... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 06, 2010, 04:05:17 PM
Been a bit quiet on the 'Me Mi' cloud9: front this last few days BM, whilst soft ginger lad has been taking up valuable band width ramblin' on about his poxy bent wheels. ::) Everything alright like, or are you simply waiting for 'Moose Delivery Services' for some much needed bits? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 06, 2010, 04:13:55 PM
I am not ginger cussing:
ANyhoo, Miss D is en route and BM is preparing sausages, no doot
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on July 06, 2010, 04:23:56 PM
Aye, there be no tinkering about under minis while Miss D is there. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 06, 2010, 04:27:43 PM
ANyhoo, Miss D is en route and BM is preparing sausages, no doot
He's off his trolley. Why when you've be managed to secure a birof peace and quiet for a few weeks, would you want it interrupted by another wumman ey, why? Shrugs:
Bloody beats me I tell ya. confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 06, 2010, 04:41:00 PM
I promised Miss D I would leave my mini alone for the week... whistle:
Oh and Growler, I was working on an update today like... Got a whole new load of Mini bits via FedEx today... cloud9:
Problem is I haven't got a great deal finished... keep finding parts I need although it should all start to come together soon...
Check out the size difference between the old and the new cone!
Anyhoo... here are some pictures to keep you interested like... ;)
I promised Miss D I would leave my mini alone for the week... whistle:
Well I'm sorry, but this is most unsatisfactory, and I'm well disappointed.
Bloody wimmin. Always interfering with our well laid plans. Banghead
But occasionally, it's "Bloody plans. Always interfering with our best laid wimmin." ;)
Yea yea yea, wharever, but we're talkin' about MD 'ere not some birof fancy fluff like. cussing: Self confessed 'one of the lads', so she should therefore understand that there's werk to be getting on with, NOT bloody pampering and being made to feel all cumfy, pillows all fluffed up ike, and othert such utter crap. evil:
My bladder temperature is steadily rising here you know. Just not good enough all this shite, just not good enough. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on July 06, 2010, 06:22:15 PM
It was just turning your phrase, and of course in my experience only. MissD is of course above reproach in that department angel1 .... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on July 06, 2010, 09:00:08 PM
Growler my dearest darling man, I am not actually that demanding and if BM would like to spend time on his own, in silence, tinkering with his non functioning bits then he is perfectly entitled to do so. This is his house and he can do what he wants . I am a mere guest .
On the other hand tho he could also enjoy some company, a few laughs , an excuse to go out and see the beautiful scenery , take the piss out of me, watch me get drunk and report my shame and misdemeanors to you lot on here ( as apparently is his duty ;D )
After all , you wouldn't want me tinkering with the ol tin can now would you whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on July 06, 2010, 09:57:01 PM
Dont listen to these miserable gits, Miss D...enjoy yourself... happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 09, 2010, 07:47:46 PM
Meanwhile. sleep017
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on July 09, 2010, 07:51:24 PM
You'd better get out there ASAP like, tool in hand (so to speak)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on July 09, 2010, 08:11:16 PM
lol:
I have offered to help like ...but by the look of horror I don't think that will be happening anytime soon Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 09, 2010, 08:15:38 PM
I am on oliday like...
Meanwhile, vast amounts of Mini bits are heading towards me.... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on July 09, 2010, 08:35:17 PM
Meanwhile, vast amounts of Mini bits are heading towards me.... cloud9:
You mean MD is on 'oliday, and you're using it as an excuse to lounge around the pool rubbing sun tan oil on 'er, frollick around in the sea, booze, gorge, and generally scive whilst Me Mi cloud9: just sits there all unwanted like. cry:
I'm most disappointed and bored. sleep021
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on July 09, 2010, 09:25:51 PM
Given the choice I know which I would lavish my attention on. eyes:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 10, 2010, 06:36:16 AM
Meanwhile, vast amounts of Mini bits are heading towards me.... cloud9:
You mean MD is on 'oliday, and you're using it as an excuse to lounge around the pool rubbing sun tan oil on 'er, frollick around in the sea, booze, gorge, and generally scive whilst Me Mi cloud9: just sits there all unwanted like. cry:
I'm most disappointed and bored. sleep021
Yes... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on July 12, 2010, 03:41:49 PM
Growler you'll be pleased to know that BM has taken delivery of more 'stuff' today and will be back on track tomorrow to entertain you
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 12, 2010, 06:03:24 PM
New hubs and brake shoes... cloud9:
Delivery by FedEx tomorrow will bring...
1.00 FAM6292 SUBFRAME-REAR-DRY-'59-'91(cotton reel 1.00 HMP841014E FITTING KIT-REAR SUBFRAME,'59-'75 2.00 13H2176 CLIP-SECURING-BUMP STOP TO SUBFRAME 2.00 21A1601 PACKING-BUMP STOP-RUBBER CONE TO 10.00 SH605061 SET SCREW-5/16'' UNF x 3/4'' 20.00 LWZ205 WASHER-LOCKING- 5/16" 0.30 20.00 PWZ105 WASHER - PLAIN - 5/16" 0.17 1.00 14A6615 SHROUD-RADIUS ARM NIPPLE -RH 1.00 14A6616 SHROUD-RADIUS ARM NIPPLE -LH 10.00 PMZ308 SCREW-PAN HEAD-10/32 UNF x 1/2" 10.00 WL700101 WASHER- LOCKING 10/32'' 2.00 14A7091 GROMMET-WIPER HOLE, RADIUS ARM 10.00 PTZ1003 SCREW-PAN HEAD-SELF TAPPING NO.10 x 3/8'' 2.00 21A640 CAP- REAR SHOCK ABSORBER-TOP 6.00 5376 WHEEL STUD-3/4" SPACER 65mm overall 2.00 BTA672 WASHER- REAR HUB BEARING 2.00 37H4642 GASKET- WHEEL CYLINDER-FRONT TO '64 & 4.00 CMZ422 SCREW-COUNTERSUNK-1/4 UNF x 1 3/8'' 3.00 17H7949 'E' CLIP- WHEEL CYLINDER, FRONT TO '64 2.00 17H8092 SPRING-REAR BRAKE RETURN-CYLINDER 2.00 17H7621 SPRING-REAR BRAKE RETURN-ADJUSTER 1.00 CCT001 TOOL-WHEEL CYLINDER 'E' CLIP FITTING 2.00 17H7612 BELLOWS- HANDBRAKE LEVER THROUGH 10.00 SH605081 SET SCREW-5/16 UNF x 1'' 10.00 FNZ105 NUT - 5/16" UNF 2.00 513118 BLEED NIPPLE-WHEEL CYLINDER- 1/4 UNF 1.00 GVC1022 CABLE-HANDBRAKE,TWIN TYPE, RUBBER 1.00 13H5541 GRIP-HANDBRAKE LEVER-BLACK 2.00 AWZ105 WASHER-CURVED,ANTI 10.00 ZPS314 SPLIT PIN-3/32 x 1 1/2'' LONG 10.00 GHF501 SPLIT PIN-5/64'' DIA. x 1 1/2'' LONG 1.00 GPP24AC BRAKE PIPE-CUNIFER-24'' 1x MALE & 1x 2.00 GPP10AC BRAKE PIPE-CUNIFER-10'' 1 x MALE & 1x 1.00 GPP6AC BRAKE PIPE-CUNIFER-6'' LONG 1 x MALE & 1x 4.00 NT606041 NUT-THIN-3/8 UNF, (BONNET PIN/ REAR 10.00 LWZ606 WASHER-INTERNAL STAR-3/8'' INTERNAL 1.00 NAM7162 RADIUS ARM- RUBBER CONE- RH OUTRIGHT 1.00 NAM7163 RADIUS ARM- RUBBER CONE - LH- 2.00 ASU002 ADJUSTABLE SUSPENSION UNIT
cloud9: cloud9: cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 12, 2010, 06:40:22 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 04, 2010, 07:17:30 AM
Sinister:
There! Nice and ready for you with no scrolling down required now for you and 'Me Mi' cloud9: like.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2010, 07:23:51 AM
Just finished unpacking all me stuff like...
One suitcase was 26Kg and the other had my clothes in it... whistle: The check-in dolly said I was over but I gave her the pleading puppy eyes and got away with it.... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 04, 2010, 07:44:21 AM
One suitcase was 26Kg and the other had my clothes in it... whistle: The check-in dolly said I was over but I gave her the pleading puppy eyes and got away with it.... lol:
::) - she prolly thought it was all your medication whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2010, 07:46:32 AM
One suitcase was 26Kg and the other had my clothes in it... whistle: The check-in dolly said I was over but I gave her the pleading puppy eyes and got away with it.... lol:
::) - she prolly thought it was all your medication whistle:
Of course.... ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 05, 2010, 10:33:18 AM
Any'ow, have you sourced a back bumper yet?
I'm going here http://www.woodvale-rally.org.uk/ on Saturday, and will continue a search if you like like?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 05, 2010, 10:46:26 AM
Growler... wot size roller should I use for the best finish like...? rubschin:
STOP being stoopid and get on with the job in hand, before I have to come over there to liven you up. Banghead
redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 05, 2010, 05:17:35 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 05, 2010, 05:24:46 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 05, 2010, 05:28:34 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
The kitchen is once again full of Mini bits... cloud9:
Oh... and is there any lube between the brake pipes and the pistons or just screw them in tight like...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 05, 2010, 05:31:28 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
The kitchen is once again full of Mini bits... cloud9:
Oh... and is there any lube between the brake pipes and the pistons or just screw them in tight like...? rubschin:
Sweet. Loads of greasy rusty bibs and bobs sitting on newspaper is an ESSENTIAL part of renovation...in ther kitchen, always. cloud9:
Not too sure about the kubing bit tbh. I'm not a mechanic. noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 05, 2010, 05:34:10 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
The kitchen is once again full of Mini bits... cloud9:
Oh... and is there any lube between the brake pipes and the pistons or just screw them in tight like...? rubschin:
Sweet. Loads of greasy rusty bibs and bobs sitting on newspaper is an ESSENTIAL part of renovation...in ther kitchen, always. cloud9:
Not too sure about the kubing bit tbh. I'm not a mechanic. noooo:
Got back from walking the dog and this bloke turned up and asked "are you the guy restoring the Mini?"
He has fifteen of the bastards! eeek:
Had a long listen with him for two hours... he strongly recommends the dish washer for restoring dirty parts and such... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 05, 2010, 05:57:51 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
The kitchen is once again full of Mini bits... cloud9:
Oh... and is there any lube between the brake pipes and the pistons or just screw them in tight like...? rubschin:
Sweet. Loads of greasy rusty bibs and bobs sitting on newspaper is an ESSENTIAL part of renovation...in ther kitchen, always. cloud9:
Not too sure about the kubing bit tbh. I'm not a mechanic. noooo:
Got back from walking the dog and this bloke turned up and asked "are you the guy restoring the Mini?"
He has fifteen of the bastards! eeek:
Had a long listen with him for two hours... he strongly recommends the dish washer for restoring dirty parts and such... rubschin:
Oh yes, I've heard that one before tbh. Most excellent, and putting it to really good use that, only some of the wimmin' in here will probably have a moan at you. ::)
Failing that, you always have the washing machine I suppose? lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 05, 2010, 05:59:43 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
The kitchen is once again full of Mini bits... cloud9:
Oh... and is there any lube between the brake pipes and the pistons or just screw them in tight like...? rubschin:
Sweet. Loads of greasy rusty bibs and bobs sitting on newspaper is an ESSENTIAL part of renovation...in ther kitchen, always. cloud9:
Not too sure about the kubing bit tbh. I'm not a mechanic. noooo:
Got back from walking the dog and this bloke turned up and asked "are you the guy restoring the Mini?"
He has fifteen of the bastards! eeek:
Had a long listen with him for two hours... he strongly recommends the dish washer for restoring dirty parts and such... rubschin:
Oh yes, I've heard that one before tbh. Most excellent, and putting it to really good use that, only some of the wimmin' in here will probably have a moan at you. ::)
Failing that, you always have the washing machine I suppose? lol:
The washing machine you say eh...? rubschin:
What temperature like...?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 05, 2010, 06:00:11 PM
You could rapidly become my NEW best friend if you can provide video evidence of cleaning 'Me Mi' bits in the dishwasher. happy088
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 05, 2010, 06:01:32 PM
I stripped the front subframe today - looks good...
Got my lecky drill out with a wire brush on it and took most of the muck off... then realised I was covered head to foot in black greasy shite... noooo: Only had a pair of shorts on as it was soooo hot like... Had to put plastic bags on me feet to make it to the shower... redface:
Gunk should be your friend. cloud9:
Don't worry about greasy paw marks, as Mrs BM isn't there, and she never comes in here reading this stuff anymore anyway does she?
Have you transferred engine bits into the kitchen yet btw? THAT has to be done. lol:
The kitchen is once again full of Mini bits... cloud9:
Oh... and is there any lube between the brake pipes and the pistons or just screw them in tight like...? rubschin:
Sweet. Loads of greasy rusty bibs and bobs sitting on newspaper is an ESSENTIAL part of renovation...in ther kitchen, always. cloud9:
Not too sure about the kubing bit tbh. I'm not a mechanic. noooo:
Got back from walking the dog and this bloke turned up and asked "are you the guy restoring the Mini?"
He has fifteen of the bastards! eeek:
Had a long listen with him for two hours... he strongly recommends the dish washer for restoring dirty parts and such... rubschin:
Oh yes, I've heard that one before tbh. Most excellent, and putting it to really good use that, only some of the wimmin' in here will probably have a moan at you. ::)
Failing that, you always have the washing machine I suppose? lol:
The washing machine you say eh...? rubschin:
What temperature like...?
Max. 'ot, but knock the spin off.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 05, 2010, 06:05:31 PM
Rear subframe completely finished and assembled with wheels, new brakes, brake pipes, regulator, suspension and just about every bloody thing else...
I'm now working on the front bits... have stripped the Swivel Hubs, taken the Drive Flanges off the discs and am cleaning all the bits in preparation for painting... Unfortunately I couldn't save the upper arms so Landlady is muleing a new pair over...
Next I'm stripping the CV and Pot joints to see what can be re-used before placing another mahoosive order for new parts - bloody front wheel bearings are £50 each!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 21, 2010, 10:32:30 AM
Rear subframe completely finished and assembled with wheels, new brakes, brake pipes, regulator, suspension and just about every bloody thing else...
I'm now working on the front bits... have stripped the Swivel Hubs, taken the Drive Flanges off the discs and am cleaning all the bits in preparation for painting... Unfortunately I couldn't save the upper arms so Landlady is muleing a new pair over...
Next I'm stripping the CV and Pot joints to see what can be re-used before placing another mahoosive order for new parts - bloody front wheel bearings are £50 each!
Wheel bearings are horrendously over priced. I had the same with me Jimny. £80 each eeek:
Ended up being directed to these: www.bearing-king.co.uk
2 for £22.52 inc. vat. Well sweet. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2010, 10:33:51 AM
Rear subframe completely finished and assembled with wheels, new brakes, brake pipes, regulator, suspension and just about every bloody thing else...
I'm now working on the front bits... have stripped the Swivel Hubs, taken the Drive Flanges off the discs and am cleaning all the bits in preparation for painting... Unfortunately I couldn't save the upper arms so Landlady is muleing a new pair over...
Next I'm stripping the CV and Pot joints to see what can be re-used before placing another mahoosive order for new parts - bloody front wheel bearings are £50 each!
I know I've said this before but ........
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbha4XclSMU
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 21, 2010, 11:06:56 AM
Rear subframe completely finished and assembled with wheels, new brakes, brake pipes, regulator, suspension and just about every bloody thing else...
I'm now working on the front bits... have stripped the Swivel Hubs, taken the Drive Flanges off the discs and am cleaning all the bits in preparation for painting... Unfortunately I couldn't save the upper arms so Landlady is muleing a new pair over...
Next I'm stripping the CV and Pot joints to see what can be re-used before placing another mahoosive order for new parts - bloody front wheel bearings are £50 each!
Wheel bearings are horrendously over priced. I had the same with me Jimny. £80 each eeek:
Ended up being directed to these: www.bearing-king.co.uk
2 for £22.52 inc. vat. Well sweet. cloud9:
rubschin:
I need a complete kit, bearings spacers and oil seals...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2010, 11:47:27 AM
Define Restoration
Define Rebuild
Which are you attempting?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 21, 2010, 11:54:04 AM
Vehicle restoration is the process of restoring a vehicle that is either partially scrapped or otherwise life expired back to its original working condition. Automotive restoration can be applied to many different eras of automobile. Heritage railways and railway museums aim to restore and operate restored trains. Bus preservation groups aim to purchase buses of various eras to restore them to their original operating condition. Trains and buses are often restored to the original authentic livery of their original owner.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 21, 2010, 12:10:43 PM
Vehicle restoration is the process of restoring a vehicle that is either partially scrapped or otherwise life expired back to its original working condition. Automotive restoration can be applied to many different eras of automobile. Heritage railways and railway museums aim to restore and operate restored trains. Bus preservation groups aim to purchase buses of various eras to restore them to their original operating condition. Trains and buses are often restored to the original authentic livery of their original owner.
You obviously have a point to make - I'm just too thick to see it I'm afraid.... Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2010, 12:16:21 PM
No point being made nor attempted ~ honestly. There is a difference both in law and in fact between the Restoration and the Rebuilding of a vehicle. Given the number of new parts involved I simply wondered how you saw what you are doing. No Points Scoring, No Sarcasm, No Piss Taking .... a genuine interest as to which you thought you were undertaking and how your intentions measured up to the recognised definitions. If, for example, you intended to sell or even "show" the finished mini how would you describe it? Rebuilt or Restored. That was genuinely all I was asking.
Would you rather I shut up?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 21, 2010, 12:18:42 PM
I guess the ideal is to have it just as it was when it rolled off the production line. rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 21, 2010, 12:25:31 PM
I suppose a restoration is a rebuild depending on how you want to define the two werds. Was'the dictionary got to say about it? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2010, 12:31:36 PM
Quote
Vehicle restoration is the process of restoring a vehicle that is either partially scrapped or otherwise life expired back to its original working condition. Automotive restoration can be applied to many different eras of automobile. Heritage railways and railway museums aim to restore and operate restored trains. Bus preservation groups aim to purchase buses of various eras to restore them to their original operating condition. Trains and buses are often restored to the original authentic livery of their original owner.
BUT
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Vehicles that have been rebuilt using a mix of new or used parts
In order to retain the original registration mark:
* cars and car-derived vans must use:
The original unmodified chassis or unaltered bodyshell (i.e. body and chassis as one unit - monocoque); or a new chassis or monocoque bodyshell of the same specification as the original supported by evidence from the dealer or manufacturer (e.g. receipt).
And two other major components from the original vehicle - ie suspension (front & back); steering assembly; axles (both); transmission or engine.
If a second-hand chassis or monocoque bodyshell is used a car must pass an Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) and light goods vans must have a enhanced single vehicle approval (ESVA) or single vehicle approval (SVA) test after which a ""Q"" prefix registration number will be allocated.
Quite how this applies to a Mini, which even I know doesn't have a chassis as such but rather has a front and rear sub-frame, I have no idea ~ which is one of the reasons I asked.
Someone in the village has an number of minis that he is robbing to make one whole vehicle. A brief debate about him with my local mechanic revealed that the "Re-builder" was running into problems registering his rebuild as he had claimed it was restored and the DVLA would not accept that definition.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 21, 2010, 12:36:13 PM
Can't we just, and most respectfully, call this a classy bodge to save any further arguements? ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 21, 2010, 12:40:58 PM
Bodge will do angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2010, 12:50:40 PM
If I make a joke I'm wrong ..... If I ask a serious and pertinent question I am wrong.
What I am not doing is arguing.
Be honest with me ~ the answer is not known because not one of you had considered the question until I raised it.
I accept that I am not a "Petrol Head" and have no wish to be one but I am interested in what BM is doing. I asked the question as it will make a difference when he is finished and has to decide what to do with the vehicle.
And I doubt that BM will be pleased with "Bodge" ~ I think he is doing much more than that and if it pleases him bloody good luck to the bloke.
I would not undertake the task myself ~ as previously explained I have owned a number of Minis over the years and frankly got pissed off with spending most weekends under the bloody things trying to mend them. That said they were a lot of fun to drive.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 21, 2010, 01:06:16 PM
I am restoring it... hopefully as close to original condition as possible...
I don't see that what I'm doing is any different to taking any car to a garage - they change bearings, clutch, brakes, etc. and anything else that is worn out... And if you have a crash they'll happily replace whole body panels, bumpers, etc.
The only parts I am replacing are those that are worn out, rubber parts that have perished, parts that are likely to be worn out or beyond reasonable use (wheel bearings) and safety critical items like the brake pipes (which go brittle after many years).
All the other parts are being cleaned, degreased, de-rusted and painted ready for re-assembly...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 21, 2010, 01:14:57 PM
I am restoring it... hopefully as close to original condition as possible...
I don't see that what I'm doing is any different to taking any car to a garage - they change bearings, clutch, brakes, etc. and anything else that is worn out... And if you have a crash they'll happily replace whole body panels, bumpers, etc.
The only parts I am replacing are those that are worn out, rubber parts that have perished, parts that are likely to be worn out or beyond reasonable use (wheel bearings) and safety critical items like the brake pipes (which go brittle after many years).
All the other parts are being cleaned, degreased, de-rusted and painted ready for re-assembly...
And the dishwasher is knackered
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 21, 2010, 01:19:23 PM
I am restoring it... hopefully as close to original condition as possible...
I don't see that what I'm doing is any different to taking any car to a garage - they change bearings, clutch, brakes, etc. and anything else that is worn out... And if you have a crash they'll happily replace whole body panels, bumpers, etc.
The only parts I am replacing are those that are worn out, rubber parts that have perished, parts that are likely to be worn out or beyond reasonable use (wheel bearings) and safety critical items like the brake pipes (which go brittle after many years).
All the other parts are being cleaned, degreased, de-rusted and painted ready for re-assembly...
And the dishwasher is knackered
lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2010, 01:27:37 PM
I am restoring it... hopefully as close to original condition as possible...
I don't see that what I'm doing is any different to taking any car to a garage - they change bearings, clutch, brakes, etc. and anything else that is worn out... And if you have a crash they'll happily replace whole body panels, bumpers, etc.
The only parts I am replacing are those that are worn out, rubber parts that have perished, parts that are likely to be worn out or beyond reasonable use (wheel bearings) and safety critical items like the brake pipes (which go brittle after many years).
All the other parts are being cleaned, degreased, de-rusted and painted ready for re-assembly...
Thank you .... that was all I asked.
And for my next trick I will attempt to get blood out of a stone Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on August 21, 2010, 02:04:34 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 22, 2010, 10:42:18 AM
I've been working through the car refurbishing all the parts as I go... have a big pile of them now... cloud9:
For many parts, master cylinders, carb, callipers, etc. You can get 'repair kits' that contian all the bits that can wear out or perish so you can rebuild as good as new like...
Just collected the fuel pump repair kit from the post office. Here is the label on the box: -
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on November 03, 2010, 08:03:25 AM
Popcorn:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 03, 2010, 08:29:21 AM
I spent a week on and off working on the bastard wiper motor...
Took it all to bits, cleaned it, de-rusted it... painted all the parts... greased it all up nice like, re-wired it all ready for re-assembly this morning...
Dropped it on the floor and fucked it! Explode:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on November 03, 2010, 08:33:38 AM
Oh dear , oh dear , oh dear happy100
Still ...it's not an important bit is it ? lol:
scared:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 03, 2010, 08:45:44 AM
No the bloody project hasn't been shelved! cussing:
In fact I took some shiny restored mini bits to show Kafenes in horse pickle yesterday! redface:
I'm waiting for some shims from the UK that I need to complete the gearbox rebuild, then the engine, etc...
Total rebuild costs now come to €13,000 redface:
That donate button on here.......................... rubschin:
yes...? eveilgrin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on January 21, 2011, 01:47:06 PM
BM gubs the quote function point:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on January 21, 2011, 01:49:20 PM
happy001 happy001 happy001 The Biter has been bit!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on January 21, 2011, 02:47:21 PM
Arse! redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on January 23, 2011, 02:18:33 PM
is LL away ??? found this advert ..............on angloinfo cyprus ....
"I am selling two of my luxury watches to help finance my new classic car addiction. These watches are from my personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on January 23, 2011, 02:42:24 PM
is LL away ??? found this advert ..............on angloinfo cyprus ....
"I am selling two of my luxury watches to help finance my new classic car addiction. These watches are from my personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Grumpmeister on January 23, 2011, 10:32:23 PM
If it was LL it would have read
"I am selling two of my husband's luxury watches to help finance his new old banger addiction. These watches are from his personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on January 24, 2011, 06:22:07 AM
It is outrageous, a man (or wife) should never sell his watches... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on January 24, 2011, 09:33:30 AM
"I am selling two of my husband's luxury watches to help finance his new old banger addiction. These watches are from his personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
lol:
Are you calling LL an old banger?
scared:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on January 24, 2011, 09:43:43 AM
"I am selling two of my husband's luxury watches to help finance his new old banger addiction. These watches are from his personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
lol:
Are you calling LL an old banger?
scared:
Come out Darwin, she's heard worse than that... ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on January 24, 2011, 09:57:04 AM
"I am selling two of my husband's luxury watches to help finance his new old banger addiction. These watches are from his personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
lol:
Are you calling LL an old banger?
scared:
Come out Darwin, she's heard worse than that... ;)
I'll stay a little longer if you don't mind.
I am very aware that mature livestock can be quite unpredictable. . .
scared:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on January 24, 2011, 09:59:14 AM
"I am selling two of my husband's luxury watches to help finance his new old banger addiction. These watches are from his personal collection and they are worth a great deal more than what I am asking for. "
lol:
Are you calling LL an old banger?
scared:
Come out Darwin, she's heard worse than that... ;)
I'll stay a little longer if you don't mind.
I am very aware that mature livestock can be quite unpredictable. . .
scared:
eeek: Not the 'M' word Darwin! scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on January 24, 2011, 10:48:00 AM
It'll be where you put it ..... unless LL moved it out of her way of course. whistle:
The last place I look like...? rubschin:
Bound to be ..... unless she put it in her handbag ~ in which case gawd only knows when it will see the light of day again.
Bollocks to searching in there... scared2:
I've found a replacement like... cloud9:
It's a brave man who puts his hand in a laydee's handbag (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fproverbs31life.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2010%2F11%2Ffinger-in-mousetrap-300x200.jpg&hash=8c2898bd572e149500dee40ea93609e8d25fd75b)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on January 27, 2011, 03:51:40 PM
It'll be where you put it ..... unless LL moved it out of her way of course. whistle:
The last place I look like...? rubschin:
Bound to be ..... unless she put it in her handbag ~ in which case gawd only knows when it will see the light of day again.
Bollocks to searching in there... scared2:
I've found a replacement like... cloud9:
It's a brave man who puts his hand in a laydee's bloomers (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fproverbs31life.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2010%2F11%2Ffinger-in-mousetrap-300x200.jpg&hash=8c2898bd572e149500dee40ea93609e8d25fd75b)
whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on April 09, 2011, 08:44:21 AM
You said yesterday you were going to "visit" the Mini ..... How did the visit go?
Did you take flowers or grapes?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 09, 2011, 09:04:36 AM
Have had to replace all the floor, the cross member, front valence, rear valence, toe panel, heel panel and the battery box... I know, Trigger's Broom.... ::)
Anyway, last week we had all the seams shot blasted which revealed loads of rust holes previously covered by paint or filler...
I have to say it looked worse this time than it did the laqst... However, next stage is to weld up (not fill) all the holes then we can start painting! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on April 15, 2011, 04:08:31 PM
Bury it for future archaeologists noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on April 15, 2011, 04:25:46 PM
It looks like it was found by them. eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 15, 2011, 04:30:51 PM
evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on April 15, 2011, 04:32:07 PM
point: point: point: point: point: point:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 15, 2011, 04:45:53 PM
You'll be sorry! cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on April 15, 2011, 04:48:53 PM
Not as sorry looking as that thing though. point:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on April 15, 2011, 05:18:43 PM
Don't get him revved up...he won't let you have a push else
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 15, 2011, 06:33:01 PM
Bollox! Angry9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 01, 2011, 09:43:28 PM
As LL is away .........I expect this thread to pick up now...........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 02, 2011, 04:34:03 AM
I take it you will be posting some "After" pictures as well at some point?
Piss off! cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 22, 2011, 06:45:57 PM
Well I actually think it looks fantastic. cloud9: He's taking his time and preparing it properly,because he want it absolutely right, you ignorant bunch of tossers. evil:
Give me bloody strength. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 22, 2011, 06:49:06 PM
Is that LL there in a couple of those piccies?
Nice to see she's also taking a keen interest, and don't you lot mock either, cus she WOULDN'T be there if she wasn't. :thumbsup:
I'm 100% on your side here BM. This miserable shower REALLY do NOT understand...at all. noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2011, 04:50:02 AM
Did I tell you I saw a completely renovated Clubmman at that show I went to a couple of weeks ago at Cholmondley Castle. Only a boggo one in a miserable beige colour, but it'd been done properly. Up for grabs at £4,000.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 16, 2011, 04:41:40 PM
Did I tell you I saw a completely renovated Clubmman at that show I went to a couple of weeks ago at Cholmondley Castle. Only a boggo one in a miserable beige colour, but it'd been done properly. Up for grabs at £4,000.
Mine will be real proper like! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 16, 2011, 04:47:11 PM
I know. :thumbsup: I'm almost as excited as you tbqh. eeek:
I CANNOT rememeber the last time I saw a Clubman GT, AT ALL! noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 16, 2011, 04:48:15 PM
Do tell oh wise and talented one, what exactly have you broken made/renovated/created etc that's of ANY interest to ANYONE other than your pwn overly active self praising willy waving imagination lately ey? ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 16, 2011, 04:56:20 PM
But what became of your Scallypooooooooooooool to Cyprus moped plan, eh, like?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 16, 2011, 04:59:25 PM
Do tell oh wise and talented one, what exactly have you broken made/renovated/created etc that's of ANY interest to ANYONE other than your own overly active self praising willy waving imagination lately ey? ::)
Nuffink! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on September 16, 2011, 06:29:49 PM
Gorgeous. Werk of art almost, cloud9: not that this ignorant bunch will appreciate ey BM? ::)
If only I could appreciate art in the same way as youse lot whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 24, 2011, 09:08:08 AM
For growler... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F14khtbwro%2FSAM_0636.jpg&hash=47e37a529980a1fcf0719dbef89ea376f70cb1bf) (http://postimage.org/image/14khtbwro/) (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F14jxyvquc%2FSAM_0627.jpg&hash=a0877aad2faa3efd7ae71a1c6f90b23a73115fe7) (http://postimage.org/image/14jxyvquc/) (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs4.postimage.org%2F14k7w3tt0%2FSAM_0632.jpg&hash=f24a2b9c8f49a4abb2c8cdcf624c63a4d929ad53) (http://postimage.org/image/14k7w3tt0/)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 24, 2011, 09:46:55 AM
Sweeeeet. cloud9:
Almost like seeing it at Longbridge on the production line, all those years ago. Obviously, a tad more luv care and attention to detail being heaped upon it now though. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 24, 2011, 09:51:41 AM
Gorgeous. Werk of art almost, cloud9: not that this ignorant bunch will appreciate ey BM? ::)
If only I could appreciate art in the same way as youse lot whistle:
Yea, if only ey? I'd quite like you a lot more like then, and you could join our special petrol 'ed's club for petrol 'ed's...like. cloud9: We could 'ave gatherings, meets, parties and fun! cloud9:
Just not meant to be though is it ey, sadly. cry:
Coffee with one artificial sugar please. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on September 24, 2011, 09:56:41 AM
But you have to have your own interests like. Tis only healthy . If we all liked the same things then we would be sheeples and that would make you even more distressed surely to goodness.
As for the coffee ...not a chance mate lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on September 24, 2011, 10:02:07 AM
Growler, can you get soundproofing/insulating sheet by the roll like....? rubschin:
Never had reason to purchase any tbqh, but I would imagine so, yes.
Do you have stockists of upholstery material out there, or is this going to have to be sourced from the UK?
I've managed to get the seats re-upholstered here... good job and cheap too! :thumbsup:
I've bought a new set of carpets from the UK...
But I want to put some underlay under the carpet and soundproof/insulate the bulkhead and roof... also the rear seat, etc.
I can buy an underlay set for £25 from Somerford. (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=198&products_id=7587)
I'm wondering what to put on the roof, inside the doors, etc.
This (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Audio-Sound-Deadening-Proofing-Sheet/dp/B004SZ36V8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&m=A3FXMOLS7DZ6TX&s=generic&qid=1319120331&sr=1-3) looks okay....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:25:16 PM
As Sleazy Jet are apparently doing flights over there now, I'd really like to come over for a weekend when the car is completed and going to be displayed at a classic car show. cloud9: Next summer p'raps?
P'raps Nick could come with me, and I could p'raps bale him out at 35,000 feet! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:29:18 PM
Growler, can you get soundproofing/insulating sheet by the roll like....? rubschin:
Never had reason to purchase any tbqh, but I would imagine so, yes.
Do you have stockists of upholstery material out there, or is this going to have to be sourced from the UK?
I've managed to get the seats re-upholstered here... good job and cheap too! :thumbsup:
I've bought a new set of carpets from the UK...
But I want to put some underlay under the carpet and soundproof/insulate the bulkhead and roof... also the rear seat, etc.
I can buy an underlay set for £25 from Somerford. (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=198&products_id=7587)
I'm wondering what to put on the roof, inside the doors, etc.
This (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Audio-Sound-Deadening-Proofing-Sheet/dp/B004SZ36V8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&m=A3FXMOLS7DZ6TX&s=generic&qid=1319120331&sr=1-3) looks okay....
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Self adhesive too! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 20, 2011, 06:30:11 PM
As Sleazy Jet are apparently doing flights over there now, I'd really like to come over for a weekend when the car is completed and going to be displayed at a classic car show. cloud9: Next summer p'raps?
P'raps Nick could come with me, and I could p'raps bale him out at 35,000 feet! :thumbsup:
I reckon it should be finished next Summer... :thumbsup:
Deliveries of stuff are messing me ed in a bit... Needed some lock-tabs - £20 delivery... noooo:
Some things are bastard expensive too - decided the sun visors were knackered today £25 each! eeek:
Overall tho we are on the vinegar stroke now.... :thumbsup:
I thought you were coming over in November like...? Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:30:44 PM
Any pics of the re-upholstered seats then BM? Have they done a carpet set too?
ignore that last comment. redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 20, 2011, 06:31:15 PM
Growler, can you get soundproofing/insulating sheet by the roll like....? rubschin:
Never had reason to purchase any tbqh, but I would imagine so, yes.
Do you have stockists of upholstery material out there, or is this going to have to be sourced from the UK?
I've managed to get the seats re-upholstered here... good job and cheap too! :thumbsup:
I've bought a new set of carpets from the UK...
But I want to put some underlay under the carpet and soundproof/insulate the bulkhead and roof... also the rear seat, etc.
I can buy an underlay set for £25 from Somerford. (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=198&products_id=7587)
I'm wondering what to put on the roof, inside the doors, etc.
This (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Audio-Sound-Deadening-Proofing-Sheet/dp/B004SZ36V8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&m=A3FXMOLS7DZ6TX&s=generic&qid=1319120331&sr=1-3) looks okay....
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Self adhesive too! :thumbsup:
That could work eh...? Stick it everywhere... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 20, 2011, 06:32:21 PM
Can you two get a room? ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:33:15 PM
Growler, can you get soundproofing/insulating sheet by the roll like....? rubschin:
Never had reason to purchase any tbqh, but I would imagine so, yes.
Do you have stockists of upholstery material out there, or is this going to have to be sourced from the UK?
I've managed to get the seats re-upholstered here... good job and cheap too! :thumbsup:
I've bought a new set of carpets from the UK...
But I want to put some underlay under the carpet and soundproof/insulate the bulkhead and roof... also the rear seat, etc.
I can buy an underlay set for £25 from Somerford. (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=198&products_id=7587)
I'm wondering what to put on the roof, inside the doors, etc.
This (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Audio-Sound-Deadening-Proofing-Sheet/dp/B004SZ36V8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&m=A3FXMOLS7DZ6TX&s=generic&qid=1319120331&sr=1-3) looks okay....
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Self adhesive too! :thumbsup:
That could work eh...? Stick it everywhere... :thumbsup:
Nicks gob? The berds gob?
Bloody fantastic. I'll order some. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:34:40 PM
He's simply a jealous owld ginger scruffy baked bean stained manky flea ridden beige sweater wearing hobblyless boring old fart. ::) Sorry, I forgot. His interests are rubschin: smoking amd rubschin:....forgotten the other one!!! happy001
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:41:48 PM
Re-upholstered seat piccies BM?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 20, 2011, 06:42:27 PM
He's simply a jealous owld ginger scruffy baked bean stained manky flea ridden beige sweater wearing hobblyless boring old fart. ::) Sorry, I forgot. His interests are rubschin: smoking amd rubschin:....forgotten the other one!!! happy001
he can make wabbit pie or summat.... ::)
So, I'll buy the underlay from Somerford and the sticky-backed bitumen stuff for the bulkhead, doors, boot and roof then? :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 20, 2011, 06:43:29 PM
Wabbit pie cloud9: cloud9: cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:46:25 PM
As Sleazy Jet are apparently doing flights over there now, I'd really like to come over for a weekend when the car is completed and going to be displayed at a classic car show. cloud9: Next summer p'raps?
P'raps Nick could come with me, and I could p'raps bale him out at 35,000 feet! :thumbsup:
I reckon it should be finished next Summer... :thumbsup:
Deliveries of stuff are messing me ed in a bit... Needed some lock-tabs - £20 delivery... noooo:
Some things are bastard expensive too - decided the sun visors were knackered today £25 each! eeek:
Overall tho we are on the vinegar stroke now.... :thumbsup:
I thought you were coming over in November like...? Shrugs:
Did I suggest that did I? confused:
Got a certain show whistle: down in Berminghum to attend next month, and certain round of the WRC that's coming up to North Wales for the first time in many many years to go and watch too.
When the car's completed would be a much betterer idea, don't you think, especially if it could coincide with a showing of the car at a CC show like too. cloud9:?
We could go for a celebratory nosebag 'n' bevvy after too! :thumbsup: Sweet.....as a nut. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 06:50:33 PM
Just need a rear bumper, front indicators and a grill badge now then? Is the badge a '1275 GT' specific one, or just a bogo one in blue and white (iirc)?
I shall be on the hunt next month, but not holding me breath after the past few shows disappointments. You never know though.
I'd been searching for a Haynes maual for me AX GT for years, and at a show late last year, there piled under a load of crap there was one! eeek: Asking for a disgusting 3 snotters he was lol: , offered him 2 and it was mine. cloud9:
Just goes to show ey. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 20, 2011, 07:12:00 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 07:14:23 PM
Headling btw, or has that already been sorted and discussed?
I've gorra go out and fix a poxy Tigra seat foam now down at Growler jnr/snr's 'werkshop, as I'm trying to keep on top of me werk with not being 'ere next weel like.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 07:16:40 PM
Just need a rear bumper, front indicators and a grill badge now then? Is the badge a '1275 GT' specific one, or just a bogo one in blue and white (iirc)?
I shall be on the hunt next month, but not holding me breath after the past few shows disappointments. You never know though.
I'd been searching for a Haynes maual for me AX GT for years, and at a show late last year, there piled under a load of crap there was one! eeek: Asking for a disgusting 3 snotters he was lol: , offered him 2 and it was mine. cloud9:
Just goes to show ey. ;)
I've got a bumper! :thumbsup:
I might just buy the lights... (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=196&products_id=4663) I've bought a couple of sets second hand now and all I have is a pile of scrap... Ship + happeth of tar and all that.... :thumbsup:
So all I need is a grille badge... Any Clubman one would do....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 20, 2011, 07:19:35 PM
Headling btw, or has that already been sorted and discussed?
I've gorra go out and fix a poxy Tigra seat foam now down at Growler jnr/snr's 'werkshop, as I'm trying to keep on top of me werk with not being 'ere next weel like.
I have a new headliner (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=198&products_id=7916).... Could do with somebody to fit it tho.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 20, 2011, 09:42:25 PM
Just need a rear bumper, front indicators and a grill badge now then? Is the badge a '1275 GT' specific one, or just a bogo one in blue and white (iirc)?
I shall be on the hunt next month, but not holding me breath after the past few shows disappointments. You never know though.
I'd been searching for a Haynes maual for me AX GT for years, and at a show late last year, there piled under a load of crap there was one! eeek: Asking for a disgusting 3 snotters he was lol: , offered him 2 and it was mine. cloud9:
Just goes to show ey. ;)
I've got a bumper! :thumbsup:
I might just buy the lights... (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=196&products_id=4663) I've bought a couple of sets second hand now and all I have is a pile of scrap... Ship + happeth of tar and all that.... :thumbsup:
So all I need is a grille badge... Any Clubman one would do....
No it bloody won't. evil: It's GOT to be the right one.and iirc, it's got GT written on it. rubschin:
The time,money, effort ,loving care, and attention to precise detail that you've spent on it, warrants the job being finished off carefully and precisely. I shall trawl the stands at the NEC, and speak to the Mini O.C lads if they're there.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 21, 2011, 05:34:28 AM
Just need a rear bumper, front indicators and a grill badge now then? Is the badge a '1275 GT' specific one, or just a bogo one in blue and white (iirc)?
I shall be on the hunt next month, but not holding me breath after the past few shows disappointments. You never know though.
I'd been searching for a Haynes maual for me AX GT for years, and at a show late last year, there piled under a load of crap there was one! eeek: Asking for a disgusting 3 snotters he was lol: , offered him 2 and it was mine. cloud9:
Just goes to show ey. ;)
I've got a bumper! :thumbsup:
I might just buy the lights... (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=196&products_id=4663) I've bought a couple of sets second hand now and all I have is a pile of scrap... Ship + happeth of tar and all that.... :thumbsup:
So all I need is a grille badge... Any Clubman one would do....
No it bloody won't. evil: It's GOT to be the right one.and iirc, it's got GT written on it. rubschin:
The time,money, effort ,loving care, and attention to precise detail that you've spent on it, warrants the job being finished off carefully and precisely. I shall trawl the stands at the NEC, and speak to the Mini O.C lads if they're there.
Ta muchly! :thumbsup:
The grille badge doesn't have GT on it - I have the 'extra' red GT badge...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 21, 2011, 08:02:05 AM
What does the GT have on it then? rubschin: Original bogo standard one was just a cross or lines or summat, on a metallic blue background iirc?
I'm going to do a google search on this one now 'cus I'm intrigued.
Classic car 'concourse de elegance' judges HAVE to see that as near to every detail as possible is correct you know, and MeMi HAS to be a contender. cloud9: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 21, 2011, 08:31:24 AM
But here (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=page&id=30) it says that is from 1977 onwards...
Of course, it is a 1973 'export' model so it may have been a different spec... Shrugs:
No GT badge, so I'm suspicious that that's not the original. rubschin:
Haven't you got an original sales brochure for that year model? That'll show what it's supposed to have. ;) Check 'em out on the bed of fleas. :thumbsup:
Meanwhile, Nick. GO AWAY if you're not interested. Go and start a thread on smokin' or summat. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 21, 2011, 05:41:07 PM
sleep017
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Tipsy Gipsy on October 21, 2011, 05:42:10 PM
Thats better. angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 21, 2011, 05:52:30 PM
Brochure also confirms that the grill was indeed different on the earlier models. :thumbsup:
Bought it! :thumbsup:
That was August '73 - mine was registered in Cyprus May '73...
I'd kill for one of those steering wheels - rare as rocking horse shite they are.... noooo:
Have you checked Flea Bay and all the other suspects?
I'll add it to my 'hunting list' for you if you like? :thumbsup:
You can buy the classic wheel but not the leather-bound 1275GT one.... keep your eyes peeled.... ;)
Quite. The one on yours is the plassy one then I presume? Your grill is off a facelifted mk2 then? You got a mk1 or is that another item to add to this seemingly ever growing list? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 22, 2011, 08:28:26 AM
They seem to be talking in a foreign language noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 22, 2011, 08:30:22 AM
Have you finished painting those bloody ruddy gates yet Banghead , you know, so we can start seeing a bit of re-building and re-dressing of Me Mi (with pictures cloud9: ) going on? :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 22, 2011, 08:31:56 AM
Brochure also confirms that the grill was indeed different on the earlier models. :thumbsup:
Bought it! :thumbsup:
That was August '73 - mine was registered in Cyprus May '73...
I'd kill for one of those steering wheels - rare as rocking horse shite they are.... noooo:
Have you checked Flea Bay and all the other suspects?
I'll add it to my 'hunting list' for you if you like? :thumbsup:
You can buy the classic wheel but not the leather-bound 1275GT one.... keep your eyes peeled.... ;)
Quite. The one on yours is the plassy one then I presume? Your grill is off a facelifted mk2 then? You got a mk1 or is that another item to add to this seemingly ever growing list? rubschin:
I bought a new steering wheel - the old one was falling to bits... So It will be safe and driveable - it looks good too! :thumbsup:
I'm not sure on the grille - if you search the Intermong for pictures of the 1275GT they have all sorts - as I said perhaps the 'export' models were different too... Shrugs:
The important thing is to get it all up-and-running... can change the grille and stuff later....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on October 22, 2011, 09:17:36 AM
I think there were only ever 2 differing grills tbh. rubschin: That one of yours is defo off a later face lift model.
I thought 'MeMi' was originally a UK spec. and purchased car anyway?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on October 22, 2011, 09:56:24 AM
Not that I would know anything about it but having owned a number of Minis over the years they came with various grills.
See also: http://www.austinmemories.com/page152/page152.html (http://www.austinmemories.com/page152/page152.html)
Beautiful. cloud9: There's absolutely NOTHING in the automotive werld that's as iconic,legendary and wholly British as an original Mini. :thumbsup:
I think you may be getting mixed up with original Mini grills here. There were only ever 2 different shapes with slight differences on the bar layout for the Austin/Morris/ Cooper amd Cooper 'S' models, bar the van/pickup and Moke, and just 2 slightly different designs for the Clubman, albeit the same shape.
Riley Elf aand Wolsley Hornet too of course. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on October 22, 2011, 12:20:21 PM
I had a mini moke .......... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 22, 2011, 12:21:14 PM
Come on mate. If the gates are finished...finally, ::) gera bloody piggin move on will you. I'm right behind you on this project, so don't be slacking off now. I want to see our Me Mi all finished and on show next year. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 01, 2011, 01:33:48 PM
Come on mate. If the gates are finished...finally, ::) gera bloody piggin move on will you. I'm right behind you on this project, so don't be slacking off now. I want to see our Me Mi all finished and on show next year. cloud9:
I have been embroiled in domestic DIY... evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 08, 2011, 07:38:43 AM
Growler (me bessy mate like), any idea where I can buy a connector like this: -
Nothing, the bastards! (http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=206990) cussing:
Somebody must have replaced a loom.... rubschin:
Did you know that 97% of car fires are started by dodgy wiring looms?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on November 08, 2011, 12:48:52 PM
scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Tipsy Gipsy on November 08, 2011, 01:16:38 PM
Had that happen in a Renault 18 once, wondered why it was as foggy inside as it was outside. Managed to retrieve my Rhum Sodomy and the Lash cassette before it was too late though.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on November 08, 2011, 01:17:33 PM
Another normal weekend in the tipsy household then?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 08, 2011, 11:18:15 PM
It's Seat, or Se at as it's pronounced that's nicked our name for 'Me Mi' btw, not V.W., bastards. Angry9:
I found that one on Amazon but I thought it would be quicker to pick one up... then I ended up taking a mahoosive detour and missed the shops... ::)
I'll still order on Amazon if they are €€€€€€€€€€€€€€s here...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 14, 2011, 01:01:49 PM
BM. You've won anither prize now. eeek: The GOLDEN amalgam filled tooth award! :thumbsup:
Was talking to me dentist like, and whilst discussing his latest re-build projects, the head on his Jag came up that he's just started ferkling with, but it needs a damned good clean first. I immediately thought of and mentioned YOU, and the using of the dishwasher. :thumbsup: Briefly discussed our 'Me Mi' btw. cloud9:
His jaw dropped with amazement, exclaiming what an absolutely BRILLIANT idea, and he couldn't believe that he'd never thought of that before.
He passes on his thanks. cloud9:
He's getting a new cooker shortly, and will be moving his old one into the garage/werkshop...compleete with a hydraulic ramp I hasten to add eeek:, so he can bake small parts that he paints. cloud9:
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Post by: Barman on November 14, 2011, 01:13:07 PM
BM. You've won anither prize now. eeek: The GOLDEN amalgam filled tooth award! :thumbsup:
Was talking to me dentist like, and whilst discussing his latest re-build projects, the head on his Jag came up that he's just started ferkling with, but it needs a damned good clean first. I immediately thought of and mentioned YOU, and the using of the dishwasher. :thumbsup: Briefly discussed our 'Me Mi' btw. cloud9:
His jaw dropped with amazement, exclaiming what an absolutely BRILLIANT idea, and he couldn't believe that he'd never thought of that before.
He passes on his thanks. cloud9:
He's getting a new cooker shortly, and will be moving his old one into the garage/werkshop...compleete with a hydraulic ramp I hasten to add eeek:, so he can bake small parts that he paints. cloud9:
Most excellent! :thumbsup:
I'm busy bending Kunifer brake pipe into ridiculously complex shapes to fit around the rear subby.... Banghead
Never done it before but I'm getting the hang of it now... although I've just had to order more pipe.... noooo:
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Post by: GROWLER on November 14, 2011, 01:20:31 PM
The dentists little dental nurse helper just stood ther listening to us both rabbiting on for 10 minutes. lol:
I kept glancing over at her, and she was constanly rolling her eyes, and the look of dismay on her face when we discussed the dishwasher was absolutely classic! eeek: happy001
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Post by: Barman on November 14, 2011, 01:21:38 PM
The dentists little dental nurse helper just stood ther listening to us both rabbiting on for 10 minutes. lol:
I kept glancing over at her, and she was constanly rolling her eyes, and the look of dismay on her face when we discussed the dishwasher was absolutely classic! eeek: happy001
lol: lol: lol:
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Post by: GROWLER on November 19, 2011, 10:41:10 AM
Well? Shrugs:
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Post by: Barman on November 19, 2011, 10:52:34 AM
Slowly, slowly.... Still waiting for my Kunifer to arrive....
I'll post some pictures tho - hold on....
Me paws are killing me 'ere you. whistle:
Sorry.... just moved me PC from the basement to LL's office...
Nice an' cumfy while the owld bat's away ey? :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
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Post by: GROWLER on November 19, 2011, 12:55:03 PM
Proper blokes bloke you are. Top man. cloud9:
Golden coconut award so richly deserved. :thumbsup:
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Post by: Barman on November 19, 2011, 12:58:14 PM
Here is a few to be getting on with...
I've run out of brake pipe so major assembly is on hold...
But I've tapped-out all of the threaded holes that were filled with underseal and fitted the front shock mounts...
I've also cleaned up the front windows and replaced the runners and rubbers on one... painted them up white so they look lovely even tho nobody will ever see them.... redface:
I've run out of brake pipe so major assembly is on hold...
But I've tapped-out all of the threaded holes that were filled with underseal and fitted the front shock mounts...
I've also cleaned up the front windows and replaced the runners and rubbers on one... painted them up white so they look lovely even tho nobody will ever see them.... redface:
Mate. It's called DETAILING. :thumbsup:
You are doing the job slowly and properly, and that's the way to do it.
Tell you summat. The shell as it stands is even worth a few grand now.
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Post by: Barman on November 19, 2011, 01:36:44 PM
I've run out of brake pipe so major assembly is on hold...
But I've tapped-out all of the threaded holes that were filled with underseal and fitted the front shock mounts...
I've also cleaned up the front windows and replaced the runners and rubbers on one... painted them up white so they look lovely even tho nobody will ever see them.... redface:
Mate. It's called DETAILING. :thumbsup:
You are doing the job slowly and properly, and that's the way to do it.
Tell you summat. The shell as it stands is even worth a few grand now.
cloud9:
Those GAZ shockers look nice eh....?
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Post by: GROWLER on November 19, 2011, 01:42:03 PM
Indeed. Never seen them before.
They adjustable?
The whole car looks ace, and am looking forward to seeing it gradually all come together. :thumbsup:
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Post by: Barman on November 19, 2011, 01:55:29 PM
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Post by: Barman on November 23, 2011, 12:19:33 PM
A bit of progress...
Fitted the steering rack and column.
Both have been refurbished; new bushes on the column (polythene on the top and felt soaked in oil for the bottom. The rack was stripped and greased then painted and new gaiters, seal and track rod ends fitted... Obviously new friction strips and nylock nuts used...
I've fitted an after-market adjustable steering column bracket so I can adjust the angle of the steering wheel once the seats are in.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on February 06, 2012, 09:15:30 AM
I didn't tell you (are you listening LL) but Kav,s mate with the boats ........is selling all his classic cars ......... mini mokes , that american thing , a 911 and a few more .......about 20 in total ....
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Post by: Barman on February 06, 2012, 09:19:13 AM
I didn't tell you (are you listening LL) but Kav,s mate with the boats ........is selling all his classic cars ......... mini mokes , that american thing , a 911 and a few more .......about 20 in total ....
A Moke you say...? rubschin:
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Post by: apc2010 on February 06, 2012, 09:24:12 AM
I didn't tell you (are you listening LL) but Kav,s mate with the boats ........is selling all his classic cars ......... mini mokes , that american thing , a 911 and a few more .......about 20 in total ....
A Moke you say...? rubschin:
Do not talk about mokes .............mine would be worth about 8k now ........... cussing:
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Post by: Barman on February 06, 2012, 09:31:14 AM
I didn't tell you (are you listening LL) but Kav,s mate with the boats ........is selling all his classic cars ......... mini mokes , that american thing , a 911 and a few more .......about 20 in total ....
A Moke you say...? rubschin:
Do not talk about mokes .............mine would be worth about 8k now ........... cussing:
More fool you for letting herself drive it.... ::)
Anyhooo... Where is he selling/advertising these vehicles...? rubschin:
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Post by: apc2010 on February 06, 2012, 09:39:31 AM
I didn't tell you (are you listening LL) but Kav,s mate with the boats ........is selling all his classic cars ......... mini mokes , that american thing , a 911 and a few more .......about 20 in total ....
A Moke you say...? rubschin:
Do not talk about mokes .............mine would be worth about 8k now ........... cussing:
More fool you for letting herself drive it.... ::)
Anyhooo... Where is he selling/advertising these vehicles...? rubschin:
All in a yard by the boat shop ........Kav knows it ..........will go today and get some pics and prices........
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Post by: Barman on February 06, 2012, 10:47:00 AM
I didn't tell you (are you listening LL) but Kav,s mate with the boats ........is selling all his classic cars ......... mini mokes , that american thing , a 911 and a few more .......about 20 in total ....
A Moke you say...? rubschin:
Do not talk about mokes .............mine would be worth about 8k now ........... cussing:
More fool you for letting herself drive it.... ::)
Anyhooo... Where is he selling/advertising these vehicles...? rubschin:
All in a yard by the boat shop ........Kav knows it ..........will go today and get some pics and prices........
I drove past it yesterday but didn't notice any 'For Sale' signs... noooo:
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Post by: apc2010 on February 06, 2012, 11:06:45 AM
They all have signs hanging from the rear view mirror.........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on February 06, 2012, 11:20:31 AM
Being picky, I notice the front bumper doesn't sppear to fitted straight, and the rear bumper, from the not very clear picture angle granted, would appear to be the wrong one? All silver wheels not correct iirc? Certainly don't look right to me. confused:
Gold lower side stripes don't look right either.
What you reckon? Not convinced I'd be wanting to pay that much for that example tbh.
Just noticed that it's in Nottingham. We could get the Cock of the Midlands to go and check it out for us!! lol:
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Post by: Barman on February 26, 2012, 06:17:11 AM
Being picky, I notice the front bumper doesn't sppear to fitted straight, and the rear bumper, from the not very clear picture angle granted, would appear to be the wrong one? All silver wheels not correct iirc? Certainly don't look right to me. confused:
Gold lower side stripes don't look right either.
What you reckon? Not convinced I'd be wanting to pay that much for that example tbh.
Just noticed that it's in Nottingham. We could get the Cock of the Midlands to go and check it out for us!! lol:
Hi growler! cloud9:
Thanks for that....
The all-silver 'Rostyle' wheels are correct - but I note he doesn't have the chrome centres (I do).... whistle:
The rear bumper as you say is wrong - mine had one of those but I managed to source a replacement. Rear Clubman bumpers are quite rare...
He has got what looks like an original GT steering wheel though - they are as rare as rocking horse shite... we could send the Cock of the Midlands to retrieve that for us! :thumbsup:
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Post by: Nick on February 26, 2012, 09:16:58 AM
cloud9: evil:
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Post by: Barman on March 15, 2012, 01:02:28 PM
Just torquing up me hub nuts! inane:
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Post by: Darwins Selection on March 15, 2012, 01:08:29 PM
So where are we up to exactly, and estimated time of completion?
Meanwhile, I've just bought a mint unmolested and original one owner 22,000 mile mk1 Fiesta Bravo. cloud9:
pics .......... :thumbsup:...........
I'll have to photoshop the reg plates out first, and that could take some time and be a step too far for me. redface:
Not actually getting it until early April, as its bedroom won't be ready until then, but when I get it, I can take the plates off to get some piccies up if I haven't managed the photoshop editing malarky. Banghead
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Post by: Barman on March 17, 2012, 01:45:52 PM
So where are we up to exactly, and estimated time of completion?
Meanwhile, I've just bought a mint unmolested and original one owner 22,000 mile mk1 Fiesta Bravo. cloud9:
It's even getting its own personal warm and cumfy secret nest to sleep in. cloud9:
Heelboard sorted! :thumbsup:
Engine and gearbox all re-built and ready to start.
I need a couple of circlips to fit the drive shafts - ordered them before I returned to the UK but they still haven't arrived - they forgot to post them... ::)
So, I've just finished the radius arms, brakes and wheel bearings on the rear... coming on...
get the circlips, fire up the engine then lift the body over the engine and front subby.... then we're away! cloud9:
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Post by: GROWLER on March 17, 2012, 10:26:23 PM
So where are we up to exactly, and estimated time of completion?
Meanwhile, I've just bought a mint unmolested and original one owner 22,000 mile mk1 Fiesta Bravo. cloud9:
pics .......... :thumbsup:...........
Here ya go APC. Edited in the photobucket ok, but it wouldn't transfer in here with the edit for some strange reason, so had to do it manually using the properties instead. Isn't the full size either.
So where are we up to exactly, and estimated time of completion?
Meanwhile, I've just bought a mint unmolested and original one owner 22,000 mile mk1 Fiesta Bravo. cloud9:
pics .......... :thumbsup:...........
Here ya go APC. Edited in the photobucket ok, but it wouldn't transfer in here with the edit for some strange reason, so had to do it manually using the properties instead. Isn't the full size either.
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Post by: GROWLER on March 18, 2012, 10:24:33 AM
One of the equally mint interior, complete with original steam powered wireless and anna log clock. :thumbsup: Think it still shows the Home and Light Service even. cloud9:
1981 vintage, and incredibly simple to work on. It's got a dissy, points and a condensor too! cloud9: You actually open the bonnet and stare at its simplicity in almost disbelief. Clutch change for instance....25 minutes apparently! eeek:
It'll be getting the full waxoyl treatment when it arrives at its cosy nest before its first show.
Bloody stoopid piccy won't go biggerer when you click on it. confused: Soz. redface:
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Post by: apc2010 on April 06, 2012, 01:27:53 PM
Any news on the mini........... rubschin:
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Post by: Barman on April 06, 2012, 01:33:08 PM
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Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on April 07, 2012, 04:52:54 PM
Look! The bugger (BM that is) said "don't mention the mini" and here you are prolonging the agony!
lol: lol: lol: whistle:
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Post by: apc2010 on April 07, 2012, 04:58:23 PM
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Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on April 21, 2012, 01:05:57 PM
LL is selling it!
:thumbsup: ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Barman on April 21, 2012, 02:03:18 PM
Not that one; Ascot fawn colour with olive green leather eeek:
Yuk:
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Post by: Pastis on April 21, 2012, 04:58:46 PM
Weird eh? noooo:
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Post by: Just One More on April 21, 2012, 05:54:17 PM
That remnded me, when I was getting diesel last week a bloke was on the adjacent pump in an immaculate 1963 DB5 cloud9: , we chatted briefly as we filled up, he never said how much it was worth but said it was the best investment he had ever made
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 21, 2012, 07:37:09 PM
That remnded me, when I was getting diesel last week a bloke was on the adjacent pump in an immaulate 1963 DB5 cloud9: , we chatted briefly as we filled up, he never said how much it was worth but said it was the best investment he had ever made
Cos he filled up last when it was only 50p a gallon...? rubschin:
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Post by: Just One More on April 21, 2012, 07:43:30 PM
That's got me thinking, I reckon it must have been late 70's when it went to 50p a gallon. I started driving in 1976, I think it was around 37p a gallon then noooo:
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Post by: apc2010 on April 21, 2012, 07:49:05 PM
That's got me thinking, I reckon it must have been late 70's when it went to 50p a gallon. I started driving in 1976, I think it was around 37p a gallon then noooo:
How far you got............ rubschin:
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Post by: GROWLER on April 21, 2012, 09:54:16 PM
'MeMi' news update please BM. rubschin:
Meanwhile, just booked me first classic car show next month for 'The Beast'. razz: Got to get a new alternator first though, as the one on it IS officially goosed.
Just £42 and a piece of piss to fit. Everything is just so accessable. Laffin! lol:
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Post by: GROWLER on April 21, 2012, 10:00:08 PM
I'm still piggin' waitin', a mere 15 days on. ::) Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on May 06, 2012, 10:34:03 AM
BM's mini:
Good in parts but when it comes to putting those parts together...
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Post by: Barman on May 06, 2012, 10:40:54 AM
Okay...
I ground to a halt because I needed some small parts for the suspension front and rear and a new drive shaft.
The nightmare of the project has been the delivery charges so if Possible I try and order everything I can from one place. This is difficult because the stock changes all the time and sometimes I go to place an order only to find one of the parts has become unavailable.
Anyhooo... I placed an order on February 4th for a whole list of bits which I managed to find at reasonable cost with one supplier. The suspension parts, plus breathers, some bits for the manifold, servo, a gasket for the oil breather, etc.
Basically, I was fucked about for three months and the bits never arrived - Thank you MiniMail - so I had to re-order with two other suppliers...
Unfortunately, One of the suppliers - Mini Spares - discovered that they didn't have a LH drive shaft in stock after all so I had to re-order that once again (Another £20 delivery charge). I collected the drive shaft from FedEx Limassol on Friday (no door-to-door delivery here).
The other two packages are now sitting in the village Post Office. So as I am now away on my holidays for a week I won't get all of the parts I needed to continue until I get back.
More news then...
angry037
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Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 06, 2012, 10:45:30 AM
You certainly deserve a holiday. The stress of all that online ordering must have been knackering noooo: noooo: noooo:
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Post by: GROWLER on May 06, 2012, 10:52:39 AM
Pray, do thell me oh wise owl, why TF you feel the need to go 'on holday', when you are actually ON holiday.....PERMANENTLY, 'cus I'm absolutely bolloxed if I can fathom out a reason chief? eeek:
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Post by: Barman on May 06, 2012, 11:00:17 AM
Pray, do thell me oh wise owl, why TF you feel the need to go 'on holday', when you are actually ON holiday.....PERMANENTLY, 'cus I'm absolutely bolloxed if I can fathom out a reason chief? eeek:
I need a break from this lot like.... lol:
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Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 06, 2012, 11:01:52 AM
But you're going with them rubschin:
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Post by: GROWLER on May 06, 2012, 11:03:29 AM
Pray, do thell me oh wise owl, why TF you feel the need to go 'on holday', when you are actually ON holiday.....PERMANENTLY, 'cus I'm absolutely bolloxed if I can fathom out a reason chief? eeek:
I need a break from this lot like.... lol:
Same 'ere. Worn out already after a mere 3 posts in 2 weeks. Getting out before the resident numb nuts turns up with his sarcasm. whistle:
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Post by: apc2010 on May 25, 2012, 06:42:03 PM
There is a classic car show in Paphos tomorrow............( Kamares club) .......
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Post by: Nick on May 25, 2012, 07:01:03 PM
I think he's barred noooo:
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Post by: apc2010 on May 25, 2012, 09:05:10 PM
The guy with the MG did ask me today ..."is your mates mini ready yet , it has been a while "..........
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Post by: Miss Demeanour on May 26, 2012, 06:09:11 AM
Doesn't he understand he has other stuff to do rubschin:
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Post by: Snoopy on May 26, 2012, 08:31:40 AM
Doesn't he understand he has other stuff to do rubschin:
I think it more likely that LL has other stuff for him to spend munny on. whistle:
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Post by: GROWLER on May 26, 2012, 10:50:18 PM
I'm going to Capesthorne Hall nr Maccasfield tomozo for a classic car show. Full monster brekky will be being cooked behind 'the beast' at 11:00 am. Drool:
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Post by: apc2010 on June 10, 2012, 12:40:20 PM
Just been offered one of those old bedford cypriot buses ......... rubschin:
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Post by: Barman on June 10, 2012, 01:39:33 PM
Had a Mk1 minivan back in the early 70's. Crackin' lickle luurve chariot veehicul. cloud9: It'd probably be werth 10 grand plus now if I'd kept it. sad32:
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Post by: Barman on July 01, 2012, 09:07:54 AM
Had a Mk1 minivan back in the early 70's. Crackin' lickle luurve chariot veehicul. cloud9: It'd probably be werth 10 grand plus now if I'd kept it. sad32:
I'd rather be Ginger than drive a Binnie! noooo:
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Post by: GROWLER on July 01, 2012, 09:13:59 AM
Did see a mint mk1 van for sale at a recent classic car show, but it'd been molested and chavved up with unrelated shite. Why do sheeple feel the need to adorn a classic with pure tat? Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 01, 2012, 10:31:20 AM
Did see a mint mk1 van for sale at a recent classic car show, but it'd been molested and chavved up with unrelated shite. Why do sheeple feel the need to adorn a classic with pure tat? Banghead
I hate that....
When I am in the UK I buy a Mini magazine or two - there is always one in there that has been completely fucked up.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 01, 2012, 11:32:34 AM
Did see a mint mk1 van for sale at a recent classic car show, but it'd been molested and chavved up with unrelated shite. Why do sheeple feel the need to adorn a classic with pure tat? Banghead
I hate that....
When I am in the UK I buy a Mini magazine or two - there is always one in there that has been completely fucked up.... noooo:
Have you seen the mokes in Paphos ........... noooo:
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Post by: Snoopy on July 01, 2012, 11:38:21 AM
Did see a mint mk1 van for sale at a recent classic car show, but it'd been molested and chavved up with unrelated shite. Why do sheeple feel the need to adorn a classic with pure tat? Banghead
I hate that....
When I am in the UK I buy a Mini magazine or two - there is always one in there that has been completely fucked up.... noooo:
Have you seen the mokes in Paphos ........... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 15, 2012, 07:35:52 PM
BM. Were yer ears burning today by chance? ;)
Got talking to a Bronze Yellow Mini Clubman GT geeky geezer and mentioned you. cloud9:
Got a couple of piccies for you...IF... I can load them on to this heap of digi crap after me nose bag. whistle:
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Post by: GROWLER on July 15, 2012, 08:27:01 PM
Geeky man talk facts for you BM. :thumbsup:
Did you know for instance, that the geezer that designed the Clubman was in fact the same bloke that designed the Cortina 1600E, and he based his front end design on it. The Rostyle wheels on the GT were a direct take on the Cortina 1600E wheels.
Apparently BL nicked him off Ford specifically.
Did you know that the bonnet stay on the early models was on the near side, but was later changed to the off side for some mysterious reason. confused: Confirmation that rear bumpers and front indicator light pods are ectremelly difficult to come by, and fetch MONSTER money.
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Post by: GROWLER on July 15, 2012, 10:57:11 PM
Got talking to a Bronze Yellow Mini Clubman GT geeky geezer and mentioned you. cloud9:
Got a couple of piccies for you...IF... I can load them on to this heap of digi crap after me nose bag. whistle:
Loaded some really nice piccies from today's show, just for you ApeyC, and a couple for BM too, 'cus you asked me to, and put them in a new file all together, nice and cosy. :thumbsup: Right click to select one, and this comes up after about 2 minutes.....File is too large. I'm only selecting one piccie from it though. I presume it's trying to download the whole piggin' file? crash:
Always goes wrong for me doing this. sad32:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 16, 2012, 05:04:39 AM
Got talking to a Bronze Yellow Mini Clubman GT geeky geezer and mentioned you. cloud9:
Got a couple of piccies for you...IF... I can load them on to this heap of digi crap after me nose bag. whistle:
cloud9:
Dopey plank that I am BM. I was so busy gassing to hom that I didn't notice the For Sale sign in the windscreen, so I can't tell you how much it was up for. P'raps WHEN I actually manage to get the piccies up in here, you /we could zoom in on it?
So, meanwhile, just how do I get an individual piccie out of the file with 64 piccies in it OUT? confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 09:15:16 AM
Ey BM. Has MiMe got the original 'herringbone' rubber hose leading up to the servo?
Extremelly rare, and no longer available in the original pattern apparently.
Gorra piccie of it here....somewhere. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 16, 2012, 09:23:31 AM
Got talking to a Bronze Yellow Mini Clubman GT geeky geezer and mentioned you. cloud9:
Got a couple of piccies for you...IF... I can load them on to this heap of digi crap after me nose bag. whistle:
cloud9:
Dopey plank that I am BM. I was so busy gassing to hom that I didn't notice the For Sale sign in the windscreen, so I can't tell you how much it was up for. P'raps WHEN I actually manage to get the piccies up in here, you /we could zoom in on it?
So, meanwhile, just how do I get an individual piccie out of the file with 64 piccies in it OUT? confused:
Drag the picture you want onto your desktop then use Add image to post to stick it up here! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 09:27:55 AM
Got talking to a Bronze Yellow Mini Clubman GT geeky geezer and mentioned you. cloud9:
Got a couple of piccies for you...IF... I can load them on to this heap of digi crap after me nose bag. whistle:
cloud9:
Dopey plank that I am BM. I was so busy gassing to hom that I didn't notice the For Sale sign in the windscreen, so I can't tell you how much it was up for. P'raps WHEN I actually manage to get the piccies up in here, you /we could zoom in on it?
So, meanwhile, just how do I get an individual piccie out of the file with 64 piccies in it OUT? confused:
Drag the picture you want onto your desktop then use Add image to post to stick it up here! Thumbs:
Maqnaged to do that! :thumbsup:
Got this then:
No decode delegate for this image format Banghead
WTF? Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 16, 2012, 09:46:31 AM
Great furry oaf ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 09:47:24 AM
Took 90 seconds to load like, and when I click on it here, it comes up as a red x until I right click and click on 'show picture' All VERY complicated.
I've got several more from yesterday, but I'll have to sit down quietly for an hour to do it I thinks. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 16, 2012, 10:09:31 AM
Took 90 seconds to load like, and when I click on it here, it comes up as a red x until I right click and click on 'show picture' All VERY complicated.
I've got several more from yesterday, but I'll have to sit down quietly for an hour to do it I thinks. ::)
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 10:19:08 AM
Gorra couple of the STAR of the show too! MY ME MO! cloud9:
I'll try and sort it tonight. :thumbsup: Thanks for showing interest, appreciated, rather than the usual tiresome sarcasm from some others. ::)
Must go out and do some werk in the pissing lashio downwards rain now though. evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 10:21:33 AM
Took 90 seconds to load like, and when I click on it here, it comes up as a red x until I right click and click on 'show picture' All VERY complicated.
I've got several more from yesterday, but I'll have to sit down quietly for an hour to do it I thinks. ::)
:thumbsup:
Can 1 of you's p'raps enlarge that piccy to see what the 'For Sale' sign in the screen sez? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 16, 2012, 10:31:31 AM
Took 90 seconds to load like, and when I click on it here, it comes up as a red x until I right click and click on 'show picture' All VERY complicated.
I've got several more from yesterday, but I'll have to sit down quietly for an hour to do it I thinks. ::)
Looks nice! Thumbs:
A good mate would have nicked those side light/indicators for me.... whistle:
I can't read the price tho.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 04:53:37 PM
Piccie 2 now! :thumbsup: Gettin' the 'ang of this.
Is it usual to take so long to download? It's only a lickle piccy.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 07:29:02 PM
#3
Note the bonnet stay is on the right, and the herringbone hose to the servo as detailed in my previous post. Dead geeky and anoraky ey?! cloud9: Sweet! lol: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimage.org%2Fzcpq1hltz%2F2012_056.jpg&hash=fbb648707bf86100d2dfb74153f0d87d9850305f) (http://postimage.org/image/zcpq1hltz/)
Just noticed you can't actually see the bonnet stay, but you get me drift ey?
See just how thoughtful I was ey, taking all these piccies of another MeMi? cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 16, 2012, 07:37:50 PM
Just been up to its nest to chamois it down and read it a chapter from the Haynes manual. :thumbsup:
lol:
Gave it a nice mug of hot Cassie R too. cloud9:
One more. (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs10.postimage.org%2F6yc8wh60l%2FMy_fiesta.jpg&hash=52e8095ab1ed362fa5104da100e6862cb3e6bb8e) (http://postimage.org/image/6yc8wh60l/)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 17, 2012, 07:28:43 AM
Note the bonnet stay is on the right, and the herringbone hose to the servo as detailed in my previous post. Dead geeky and anoraky ey?! cloud9: Sweet! lol: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimage.org%2Fzcpq1hltz%2F2012_056.jpg&hash=fbb648707bf86100d2dfb74153f0d87d9850305f) (http://postimage.org/image/zcpq1hltz/)
Just noticed you can't actually see the bonnet stay, but you get me drift ey?
See just how thoughtful I was ey, taking all these piccies of another MeMi? cloud9:
My bonnet stay is on the left.... rubschin:
And the engine is black which I believe to be correct.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 08:27:17 AM
Note the bonnet stay is on the right, and the herringbone hose to the servo as detailed in my previous post. Dead geeky and anoraky ey?! cloud9: Sweet! lol: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimage.org%2Fzcpq1hltz%2F2012_056.jpg&hash=fbb648707bf86100d2dfb74153f0d87d9850305f) (http://postimage.org/image/zcpq1hltz/)
Just noticed you can't actually see the bonnet stay, but you get me drift ey?
See just how thoughtful I was ey, taking all these piccies of another MeMi? cloud9:
My bonnet stay is on the left.... rubschin:
And the engine is black which I believe to be correct.... whistle:
Luv it. :thumbsup: Geeky heavenly wholesomenuss.
Yours got the Austin badge on the rocker cover? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 09:08:54 AM
Got chatting to the owner of this stunningly excellent condition Buick 1958 circa. Not a big fan of Yankee cars normally, but this one WAS actually awesome, 'specially when he fired it up....all 7 litres of it! eeek:
His day car? A Festa Bravo, same colour as mine! lol: He doesn't like todays digi laden motors :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 09:15:47 AM
Got talking to another geezer with an owld Volvo, who's going to be at the Bodelwwydan Castle show next weekend (weather permitting) He's bringing a mint Austin 1300GT that has the bulkhead signed by the great Paddy Hopkirk no less! eeek:
One of my all time favourites from the archives of my previously owned too. cloud9: I shall take piccies for the few that are interested. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 17, 2012, 11:25:58 AM
Note the bonnet stay is on the right, and the herringbone hose to the servo as detailed in my previous post. Dead geeky and anoraky ey?! cloud9: Sweet! lol: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimage.org%2Fzcpq1hltz%2F2012_056.jpg&hash=fbb648707bf86100d2dfb74153f0d87d9850305f) (http://postimage.org/image/zcpq1hltz/)
Just noticed you can't actually see the bonnet stay, but you get me drift ey?
See just how thoughtful I was ey, taking all these piccies of another MeMi? cloud9:
My bonnet stay is on the left.... rubschin:
And the engine is black which I believe to be correct.... whistle:
Luv it. :thumbsup: Geeky heavenly wholesomenuss.
Yours got the Austin badge on the rocker cover? rubschin:
No, mine is a 1973 so I believe it is correct to have the Blue BL badge on there - this is what it looked like.
I have the front suspension fitted now - I'll take another picture later...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 03:11:46 PM
Interesting that. I thought it a bit strange when I saw the Austin badge, as the Clubman was produced after the demise of Austin/Morris. Must have had a transplant some time.
Been looking for the mint Mini Moke I saw at Weston Park earlier this year, just to get Apey C drooling. Drool: Not seen it since, but will get a piccie as soon as it makes a re-appearence. :thumbsup:
Meanwhile, another beaut' from last Sunday....... cloud9: Lotus Cortina Mk2
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 03:19:42 PM
All piccies taken with the Lumix camera that Miss D recommended to me 10 months ago....tar. :thumbsup: Starting to get the hang of it now, and generally quite happy with the piccies it's taking.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 17, 2012, 03:22:00 PM
Interesting that. I thought it a bit strange when I saw the Austin badge, as the Clubman was produced after the demise of Austin/Morris. Must have had a transplant some time.
Been looking for the mint Mini Moke I saw at Weston Park earlier this year, just to get Apey C drooling. Drool: Not seen it since, but will get a piccie as soon as it makes a re-appearence. :thumbsup:
Meanwhile, another beaut' from last Sunday....... cloud9: Lotus Cortina Mk2
Interesting that. I thought it a bit strange when I saw the Austin badge, as the Clubman was produced after the demise of Austin/Morris. Must have had a transplant some time.
Been looking for the mint Mini Moke I saw at Weston Park earlier this year, just to get Apey C drooling. Drool: Not seen it since, but will get a piccie as soon as it makes a re-appearence. :thumbsup:
Meanwhile, another beaut' from last Sunday....... cloud9: Lotus Cortina Mk2
Interesting that. I thought it a bit strange when I saw the Austin badge, as the Clubman was produced after the demise of Austin/Morris. Must have had a transplant some time.
Been looking for the mint Mini Moke I saw at Weston Park earlier this year, just to get Apey C drooling. Drool: Not seen it since, but will get a piccie as soon as it makes a re-appearence. :thumbsup:
Meanwhile, another beaut' from last Sunday....... cloud9: Lotus Cortina Mk2
That triggered a half memory from 1975. I was an apprentice and all of a sudden one day the ganger was jumping up and down like an excited kid. "Look at that, look at that, it's George Cohen's old car", and he went on to tell me story how each player was given a car by Ford. I've never forgot that day, and through the wonders of t'internet, it's confirmed it did happen here (http://www.rs2.co.uk/cortina.htm) Half thought I'd imagined that story confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 07:43:45 PM
I shall get some 'snaps' the next time I come across any at the shows. :thumbsup:
Meanwhile, I had one of these back in 1981. Twin cam 2.0 GT, fitted with a limmy slip as standard. cloud9:
Same colour, but not with those stoopid Supra alloys. They look SO wrong on that car.
Probably the 2nd best car at the show IMO. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 17, 2012, 08:01:25 PM
My Dad's was (I think) XCG 369....
My sister had an ex-police one for a while... It had a big lump of bubblegum in the roof filling the hole where the wires went through for the lights... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 17, 2012, 09:57:10 PM
My sister had an ex-police one for a while... It had a big lump of bubblegum in the roof filling the hole where the wires went through for the lights... lol:
Was it that pale 'plod blue' they used to use on the panda's?
Meanwhile, here's the very last 2.8 Capri squad car that was used in Munterchester up 'til 1991/2 (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimage.org%2Fb627neo6d%2F2012_050.jpg&hash=9d5e80918db8cd6157cab5276658e3e835806469) (http://postimage.org/image/b627neo6d/)
Should have take more piccies of it, as it had been restored to its original state with the the help of the plod, but some twat that was also looking at it wouldn't ger'out of me way. Banghead
This car was re-shelled during its service apparently. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 18, 2012, 06:51:27 AM
My sister had an ex-police one for a while... It had a big lump of bubblegum in the roof filling the hole where the wires went through for the lights... lol:
Was it that pale 'plod blue' they used to use on the panda's?
Meanwhile, here's the very last 2.8 Capri squad car that was used in Munterchester up 'til 1991/2 (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimage.org%2Fb627neo6d%2F2012_050.jpg&hash=9d5e80918db8cd6157cab5276658e3e835806469) (http://postimage.org/image/b627neo6d/)
Should have take more piccies of it, as it had been restored to its original state with the the help of the plod, but some twat that was also looking at it wouldn't ger'out of me way. Banghead
This car was re-shelled during its service apparently. whistle:
Several times I would imagine.... lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 18, 2012, 08:04:13 AM
Saw this Herald convertible with the fairly rare hard top in the CAR PARK! lol: It was/is an absolute minter.
I remember the Herald being released, (''62 iirc) and stood in awe at it's incredible miniscule 24' turning circle and the abilty to step insude the engine bay to werk on it. Some crackin' vids of them trying to take a corner at speed though
Saw this Herald with the fairly rare hard top in the CAR PARK! lol: It was/is an absolute minter.
I remember the Herald being released, (''62 iirc) and stood in awe at it's incredible miniscule 24' turning circle and the abilty to step insude the engine bay to werk on it. Some crackin' vids of them trying to take a corner at speed though
No memories of one of those... looks a bit like a kit car...
Same colour as a Dolomite Sprint tho..... lol:
I thought that too.
Don't think it was a kit car tbh. Did look manufacturer built. rubschin:
If I see it again this coming weekend, I'll 'ave a natter wiv 'im to find out more.
When's MiMe gunna be finished anyway you?
I dunno... Shrugs:
I'm STILL waiting for a poxy circlip for the drive shaft that I ordered at the beginning of February... cussing:
And I can't seem to get motivated to do anything else without it really... also, because I'm gonna lift the body over the front engine/subframe I don't want to put the winderz in and add more weight to it....
LL is away again in September - I'll get all the parts together and get stuck into it then....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 18, 2012, 09:03:17 AM
No memories of one of those... looks a bit like a kit car...
Same colour as a Dolomite Sprint tho..... lol:
I thought that too.
Don't think it was a kit car tbh. Did look manufacturer built. rubschin:
If I see it again this coming weekend, I'll 'ave a natter wiv 'im to find out more.
When's MiMe gunna be finished anyway you?
I dunno... Shrugs:
I'm STILL waiting for a poxy circlip for the drive shaft that I ordered at the beginning of February... cussing:
And I can't seem to get motivated to do anything else without it really... also, because I'm gonna lift the body over the front engine/subframe I don't want to put the winderz in and add more weight to it....
LL is away again in September - I'll get all the parts together and get stuck into it then....
A car party you say............ :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 18, 2012, 09:18:05 AM
Furnish me with all the info, part number, exact description etc. of said part, and I'll see if I can get one at the shows I'm visiting. Loads of trade stands selling odd ball stuff, and sometimes Mini specilaists too. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 18, 2012, 10:16:07 AM
Furnish me with all the info, part number, exact description etc. of said part, and I'll see if I can get one at the shows I'm visiting. Loads of trade stands selling odd ball stuff, and sometimes Mini specilaists too. :thumbsup:
It isn't so much getting the stuff but getting it over here...
The first company let me down.... or it was lost in the post....
Ordered again - got the wrong parts but they re-sent and it didn't arrive...
Re-sent again and still waiting - post is shite at the moment! cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 18, 2012, 12:46:08 PM
Furnish me with all the info, part number, exact description etc. of said part, and I'll see if I can get one at the shows I'm visiting. Loads of trade stands selling odd ball stuff, and sometimes Mini specilaists too. :thumbsup:
It isn't so much getting the stuff but getting it over here...
The first company let me down.... or it was lost in the post....
Ordered again - got the wrong parts but they re-sent and it didn't arrive...
Re-sent again and still waiting - post is shite at the moment! cussing:
Get LL to bring bits back in her case ..........She won't mind ......... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 18, 2012, 12:54:48 PM
Furnish me with all the info, part number, exact description etc. of said part, and I'll see if I can get one at the shows I'm visiting. Loads of trade stands selling odd ball stuff, and sometimes Mini specilaists too. :thumbsup:
It isn't so much getting the stuff but getting it over here...
The first company let me down.... or it was lost in the post....
Ordered again - got the wrong parts but they re-sent and it didn't arrive...
Re-sent again and still waiting - post is shite at the moment! cussing:
Get LL to bring bits back in her case ..........She won't mind ......... :thumbsup:
The way the post is going I may as well plan on picking them up myself at Xmas... ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 18, 2012, 01:01:09 PM
Furnish me with all the info, part number, exact description etc. of said part, and I'll see if I can get one at the shows I'm visiting. Loads of trade stands selling odd ball stuff, and sometimes Mini specilaists too. :thumbsup:
It isn't so much getting the stuff but getting it over here...
The first company let me down.... or it was lost in the post....
Ordered again - got the wrong parts but they re-sent and it didn't arrive...
Re-sent again and still waiting - post is shite at the moment! cussing:
Get LL to bring bits back in her case ..........She won't mind ......... :thumbsup:
The way the post is going I may as well plan on picking them up myself at Xmas... ::)
And a new dyson............ whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 18, 2012, 01:10:19 PM
Furnish me with all the info, part number, exact description etc. of said part, and I'll see if I can get one at the shows I'm visiting. Loads of trade stands selling odd ball stuff, and sometimes Mini specilaists too. :thumbsup:
It isn't so much getting the stuff but getting it over here...
The first company let me down.... or it was lost in the post....
Ordered again - got the wrong parts but they re-sent and it didn't arrive...
Re-sent again and still waiting - post is shite at the moment! cussing:
Get LL to bring bits back in her case ..........She won't mind ......... :thumbsup:
The way the post is going I may as well plan on picking them up myself at Xmas... ::)
And a new dyson............ whistle:
Dyson is werking betterer than ever! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 18, 2012, 04:21:12 PM
Anyways you ey ApeyC, did you like all me snaps that you requested? Gorra few more, and then of course, I've got another biggish show coming up this weekend too! cloud9:
Think I might start up a classic cars piccy thread just for you and BM....the only ones seemingly interested... to stop this one of BM's going off topic so much. rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 04:23:38 PM
Reanailt 4 ey? Very rare now. Direct competitor to the Citroen 2CV at the time..a car I still hanker for, but of which proper fully re-built minters are now fetching monstrous money....£7-10k.
Gormless name for a car btw...Lulu. ffs.. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 04:48:06 PM
Trombone stylee gear change. cloud9: Pity the brakes didn't werk noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on July 18, 2012, 04:53:16 PM
My first French girlfriend's car, a Renault 8 Gordini razz:
Anyway, the Renault Gordini ... like a box, utilitarian, but on steroids ... va, va, voom razz: Dominique used to drive it like a rally driver ... everywhere .... eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 05:12:07 PM
That's a goat. you oaf
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 18, 2012, 05:33:47 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 05:35:29 PM
I like goats too cloud9: But never ever pat them on the head noooo: noooo: noooo: noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 18, 2012, 05:36:29 PM
Meanwhile, back on sort of topic, the interior of me Festa. cloud9: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs15.postimage.org%2Flrgivfkg7%2FFiesta_4.jpg&hash=09d78ee573e30c7c603e01bdbacfaaf38929baba) (http://postimage.org/image/lrgivfkg7/)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 05:38:35 PM
I know how to hypnotise pigs too cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 18, 2012, 05:40:21 PM
Anyways you ey ApeyC, did you like all me snaps that you requested? Gorra few more, and then of course, I've got another biggish show coming up this weekend too! cloud9:
Think I might start up a classic cars piccy thread just for you and BM....the only ones seemingly interested... to stop this one of BM's going off topic so much. rubschin:
:thumbsup:...............been out n about today seen 4 mokes ,,,, noooo: want another one but prices are crazy now........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 06:12:10 PM
And if you got one Miss T would only smash it up noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on July 18, 2012, 06:18:55 PM
Anyways you ey ApeyC, did you like all me snaps that you requested? Gorra few more, and then of course, I've got another biggish show coming up this weekend too! cloud9:
Think I might start up a classic cars piccy thread just for you and BM....the only ones seemingly interested... to stop this one of BM's going off topic so much. rubschin:
OI! cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on July 18, 2012, 06:23:56 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pastis on July 18, 2012, 06:38:05 PM
I have a vivid memory of aquaplaning in a Renault 5 up the Autoroute 1 from Paris to Calais to catch a ferry scared2: scared2:
Doing about 80mph and then suddenly there was an almighty whizzzz as we hit the water! Keep calm! Hands lightly on the steering wheel ... keep it straight... pheeeew!
Shocked:
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Post by: Nick on July 18, 2012, 06:39:27 PM
I have a vivid memory of aquaplaning in a Renault 5 up the Autoroute 1 from Paris to Calais to catch a ferry scared2: scared2:
Doing about 80mph and then suddenly there was an almighty whizzzz as we hit the water! Keep calm! Hands lightly on the steering wheel ... keep it straight... pheeeew!
Shocked:
Had a 911 same thing ...............completely shat myself ............ scared2:
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Post by: Barman on July 19, 2012, 08:19:55 AM
Anyhoo.... ::)
Back to me Mini....
I was telling this bloke about it last night like, where I'd got to, difficulty getting parts, etc.
He says, "When I restored my Gullwing.... " Shocked:
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Post by: GROWLER on July 19, 2012, 09:01:58 AM
Now you see BM, this is exactly...or one of...the reason/s I couldn't do what you're doing.
I wanted/ed a classic to show,but I wanted it now, not in a couple of years time when it's completed.
Apart from not having the expertise to take on such a task, I haven't got the time, and I CERTAINLY haven't got the patience either.
I'd probably have launched your project off the Pier 'ed withing 6 weeks of starting.
No disrespect intended whatsover, and I thouroughly admire your dedication and patience. :thumbsup: You will be rightly proud of your project once completed...summat I'll never achieve. ;)
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Post by: GROWLER on July 19, 2012, 09:04:12 AM
You kept in touch with the previous owner btw? Is he going to get to see it when completed?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 19, 2012, 09:44:19 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 09:03:51 AM
Far nice looking than that new XF thing, and the owner agreed with me. Last of the PROPER Jags. cloud9:
Meanwhile, car of the show imo, and won its class too btw... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimage.org%2Fwxcsuynm7%2Fclassics_2012_008.jpg&hash=d1f7d05ebdf1cf62b356b6cba7384b17ffad4fa7) (http://postimage.org/image/wxcsuynm7/)
Far nice looking than that new XF thing, and the owner agreed with me. Last of the PROPER Jags. cloud9:
Meanwhile, car of the show imo, and won its class too btw... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs11.postimage.org%2Fwxcsuynm7%2Fclassics_2012_008.jpg&hash=d1f7d05ebdf1cf62b356b6cba7384b17ffad4fa7) (http://postimage.org/image/wxcsuynm7/)
Jokingly offered him a straight swap. He said he's always wanted a mk1 Festa, and he'd think about it. eeek:
Austin 1300 GT! cloud9:
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Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 09:32:04 AM
I had one in '74. Teal Blue. Probably one of the nicest cars I've ever owned.
They're worth an absolute gold mine now apparently. That one woul;d probably fetch £7-9 k. Better investmant than piggin' stocks and shares and other such boring crap. :thumbsup:
I had one in '74. Teal Blue. Probably one of the nicest cars I've ever owned.
They're worth an absolute gold mine now apparently. That one woul;d probably fetch £7-9 k. Better investmant than piggin' stocks and shares and other such boring crap. :thumbsup:
Then two Austin Allegros one after the other - also great cars..... cloud9:
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Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on July 23, 2012, 10:53:40 AM
I had one in '74. Teal Blue. Probably one of the nicest cars I've ever owned.
They're worth an absolute gold mine now apparently. That one woul;d probably fetch £7-9 k. Better investmant than piggin' stocks and shares and other such boring crap. :thumbsup:
I had one in '74. Teal Blue. Probably one of the nicest cars I've ever owned.
They're worth an absolute gold mine now apparently. That one woul;d probably fetch £7-9 k. Better investmant than piggin' stocks and shares and other such boring crap. :thumbsup:
Then I ordered a Brand New ( Shocked:) mini Metro 1300S in Denim Blue Mettalic.... but they put the price up just before i took delivery and I couldn't afford it.... The stealer found me an almost new Allegro in the same paint and I had that instead... looked like this but with four doors...
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Post by: apc2010 on July 23, 2012, 12:06:37 PM
Nice pics.............not the Allegro....... sick2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 01:49:24 PM
I had a 1974 teal blue Allegro 1500 Super. That had 5 gears BM. rubschin:
Reasonably reliable apart from a problamatic rear wheel bearing.
Nice car in my experience, extremely comfy with the Hydragas suspension, and the square wheel wasn't really an issue once you'd become used to it :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 01:52:41 PM
Daimler Dart. Most rare Don't know much about them, but nice looking thing. Thumbs: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7.postimage.org%2Fszg5xwexz%2Fclassics_2012_006.jpg&hash=a8694fdaed35080f47ae2f059c6f983ef5563b19) (http://postimage.org/image/szg5xwexz/)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 23, 2012, 02:53:53 PM
I had a 1974 teal blue Allegro 1500 Super. That had 5 gears BM. rubschin:
Reasonably reliable apart from a problamatic rear wheel bearing.
Nice car in my experience, extremely comfy with the Hydragas suspension, and the square wheel wasn't really an issue once you'd become used to it :thumbsup:
Yes, the 1500 had 5 gears...
The 1300 was basically a Mini engine and transmission....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 07:20:00 PM
I had a 1974 teal blue Allegro 1500 Super. That had 5 gears BM. rubschin:
Reasonably reliable apart from a problamatic rear wheel bearing.
Nice car in my experience, extremely comfy with the Hydragas suspension, and the square wheel wasn't really an issue once you'd become used to it :thumbsup:
Yes, the 1500 had 5 gears...
The 1300 was basically a Mini engine and transmission....
First car I ever had with 5 gears. I was SO excited at the time, I remember. lol:
Nice mk3 for you's both anyway. cloud9: Absolute stunner with a mere 38k on it. Interior was just as tidy too. (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs9.postimage.org%2F4ittf1m7v%2Fclassics_2012_011.jpg&hash=ee56b75a5dde6e281886c59100e5ec8bf408caa4) (http://postimage.org/image/4ittf1m7v/)
There was another one there that was drawing the crowds in, in Daytona Yellow. First glances it looked stunning, all spotless under the wheel arches, and the owner was frantically Autogleaming all day long ....in the sun. ::)
It was only whilst staring at it that I noticed the swage lines in the middle of the doors were not quite straight. Crept up alongside it, leant down and looked along its side, and I tell ye, it was like a relief map of the Himalayas it had that much 'pudding' in it. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 07:26:36 PM
Couple of my MeMo with the Castle in ther background.
Must go back there to visit the actual castle and groundsp proper like. Looks really nice with adjoining and equally pleasant gardens.
Seen some really nice places this year. :thumbsup:
I had a 1974 teal blue Allegro 1500 Super. That had 5 gears BM. rubschin:
Reasonably reliable apart from a problamatic rear wheel bearing.
Nice car in my experience, extremely comfy with the Hydragas suspension, and the square wheel wasn't really an issue once you'd become used to it :thumbsup:
Yes, the 1500 had 5 gears...
The 1300 was basically a Mini engine and transmission....
First car I ever had with 5 gears. I was SO excited at the time, I remember. lol:
Nice mk3 for you's both anyway. cloud9: Absolute stunner with a mere 38k on it. Interior was just as tidy too. (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs9.postimage.org%2F4ittf1m7v%2Fclassics_2012_011.jpg&hash=ee56b75a5dde6e281886c59100e5ec8bf408caa4) (http://postimage.org/image/4ittf1m7v/)
There was another one there that was drawing the crowds in, in Daytona Yellow. First glances it looked stunning, all spotless under the wheel arches, and the owner was frantically Autogleaming all day long ....in the sun. ::)
It was only whilst staring at it that I noticed the swage lines in the middle of the doors were not quite straight. Crept up alongside it, leant down and looked along its side, and I tell ye, it was like a relief map of the Himalayas it had that much 'pudding' in it. lol:
lol: lol: lol:
I used to drive a bright yellow one (an estate) for werk.... Thumbs:
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Post by: GROWLER on July 23, 2012, 07:42:33 PM
Anyways, I'm going to the Malvern Showground next Sunday PROVIDING it's not pissing down. Mainly classic Fords too, so might get a few nibs and bobs from the trade stands that'll be there.
Just done a route via the 'pretty way' as the Beast doesn't like motorways and traffic jams. Keeps stalling when it gets hot in jams and becomes a twat to start then. Banghead Going to nip the mixture down a tad to see if that 'elps like.
So, 114 miles of pleasant roads beckon hopefully rather than 129 of M6 and M5. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Tipsy Gipsy on July 23, 2012, 09:19:09 PM
I think I might start a quiz up on this theme....just for you and ApeyC problee, 'cus the others won't have a clue or be interested more than likes. noooo:
Next weekend, when I' m HOPEFULLY down in Malvern, I'll take some strange angle and close up poccies of classics, and see if you can identify them. We could have prizes for the winner even! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:15:24 PM
I think I might start a quiz up on this theme....just for you and ApeyC problee, 'cus the others won't have a clue or be interested more than likes. noooo:
Next weekend, when I' m HOPEFULLY down in Malvern, I'll take some strange angle and close up poccies of classics, and see if you can identify them. We could have prizes for the winner even! :thumbsup:
Cool! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 24, 2012, 06:17:20 PM
Consider it doone. A proper seroius easy to sort quiz...at last. lol:
Something I can win at last..... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:24:14 PM
Tell me summat BM. Have you ever shown a car at a classic car show?
Summat I've noticed this year since I've been taking me MeMo is that there are two distinctive types of personage that display their pride and joy.
1) Genuinely nice folk, some petrol 'eds. some just every day types, that are all excited and absolutely luv to talk about both their cars, motoring experiences etc, and mine too, and....
2) Utter stuck up ignorant toffee nosed TWATS, that wouldn't give you time of day or piss on you even if you were on fire, and I'm not talking about owners of some of the rare and expensive stuff either. No, tits with flat caps sitting smugly in their crappy MG Midgets even. eeek:
Wozat all about then? confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:26:07 PM
Tell me summat BM. Have you ever shown a car at a classic car show?
Summat I've noticed this year since I've been taking me MeMo is that there are two distinctive types of personage that display their pride and joy.
1) Genuinely nice folk, some petrol 'eds. some just every day types, that are all excited and absolutely luv to talk about both their cars, motoring experiences etc, and mine too, and....
2) Utter stuck up ignorant toffee nosed TWATS, that wouldn't give you time of day or piss on you even if you were on fire, and I'm not talking about owners of some of the rare and expensive stuff either. No, tits with flat caps sitting smugly in their crappy MG Midgets even. eeek:
Wozat all about then? confused:
I showed the TR6 at Beaulieu (http://www.beaulieu.co.uk/) once.... Thumbs:
I can assure you that I was in the first category.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:30:42 PM
Talking of the NEC show in November <cough> I went on line to see if I could take me MeMo there to display this year...and put it up for sale at a stoopid ridiculous price too...you never know ey? ;)
Seems the entries have to be in early spring, and only members of clubs are allowed too. Even then spaces and acceptance id strict and very limited apparently.
Looks like I'll be going as a visitor again then...on me own. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Tipsy Gipsy on July 24, 2012, 06:31:13 PM
Oi! I know my circlips from my gudgeon pins! evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:33:51 PM
Tell me summat BM. Have you ever shown a car at a classic car show?
Summat I've noticed this year since I've been taking me MeMo is that there are two distinctive types of personage that display their pride and joy.
1) Genuinely nice folk, some petrol 'eds. some just every day types, that are all excited and absolutely luv to talk about both their cars, motoring experiences etc, and mine too, and....
2) Utter stuck up ignorant toffee nosed TWATS, that wouldn't give you time of day or piss on you even if you were on fire, and I'm not talking about owners of some of the rare and expensive stuff either. No, tits with flat caps sitting smugly in their crappy MG Midgets even. eeek:
Wozat all about then? confused:
I showed the TR6 at Beaulieu (http://www.beaulieu.co.uk/) once.... Thumbs:
I can assure you that I was in the first category.... whistle:
I expected no less...being a proper petrol 'ed. :thumbsup:
Thought that link was going to be of your car actually there in the metal like? Any piccies then? rubschin:
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Post by: Barman on July 24, 2012, 06:34:28 PM
Talking of the NEC show in November <cough> I went on line to see if I could take me MeMo there to display this year...and put it up for sale at a stoopid ridiculous price too...you never know ey? ;)
Seems the entries have to be in early spring, and only members of clubs are allowed too. Even then spaces and acceptance id strict and very limited apparently.
Looks like I'll be going as a visitor again then...on me own. lol:
Well, perhaps this year.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 24, 2012, 06:35:08 PM
Tell me summat BM. Have you ever shown a car at a classic car show?
Summat I've noticed this year since I've been taking me MeMo is that there are two distinctive types of personage that display their pride and joy.
1) Genuinely nice folk, some petrol 'eds. some just every day types, that are all excited and absolutely luv to talk about both their cars, motoring experiences etc, and mine too, and....
2) Utter stuck up ignorant toffee nosed TWATS, that wouldn't give you time of day or piss on you even if you were on fire, and I'm not talking about owners of some of the rare and expensive stuff either. No, tits with flat caps sitting smugly in their crappy MG Midgets even. eeek:
Wozat all about then? confused:
I showed the TR6 at Beaulieu (http://www.beaulieu.co.uk/) once.... Thumbs:
I can assure you that I was in the first category.... whistle:
I expected no less...being a proper petrol 'ed. :thumbsup:
Thought that link was going to be of your car actually there in the metal like? Any piccies then? rubschin:
No pictures of the show.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:35:56 PM
Talking of the NEC show in November <cough> I went on line to see if I could take me MeMo there to display this year...and put it up for sale at a stoopid ridiculous price too...you never know ey? ;)
Seems the entries have to be in early spring, and only members of clubs are allowed too. Even then spaces and acceptance id strict and very limited apparently.
Looks like I'll be going as a visitor again then...on me own. lol:
Well, perhaps this year.... whistle:
That'd be good, but I'll not do the wind up banter thing this time I think. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 24, 2012, 06:39:29 PM
Talking of the NEC show in November <cough> I went on line to see if I could take me MeMo there to display this year...and put it up for sale at a stoopid ridiculous price too...you never know ey? ;)
Seems the entries have to be in early spring, and only members of clubs are allowed too. Even then spaces and acceptance id strict and very limited apparently.
Looks like I'll be going as a visitor again then...on me own. lol:
Well, perhaps this year.... whistle:
That'd be good, but I'll not do the wind up banter thing this time I think. whistle:
Oh noes, nor me.... angel1
I'll have a werd with that nasty JOM too.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 24, 2012, 06:56:03 PM
Talking of the NEC show in November <cough> I went on line to see if I could take me MeMo there to display this year...and put it up for sale at a stoopid ridiculous price too...you never know ey? ;)
Seems the entries have to be in early spring, and only members of clubs are allowed too. Even then spaces and acceptance id strict and very limited apparently.
Looks like I'll be going as a visitor again then...on me own. lol:
Well, perhaps this year.... whistle:
That'd be good, but I'll not do the wind up banter thing this time I think. whistle:
Oh noes, nor me.... angel1
I'll have a werd with that nasty JOM too.... whistle:
Well someone needs to. evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 24, 2012, 06:57:31 PM
Talking of the NEC show in November <cough> I went on line to see if I could take me MeMo there to display this year...and put it up for sale at a stoopid ridiculous price too...you never know ey? ;)
Seems the entries have to be in early spring, and only members of clubs are allowed too. Even then spaces and acceptance id strict and very limited apparently.
Looks like I'll be going as a visitor again then...on me own. lol:
Well, perhaps this year.... whistle:
That'd be good, but I'll not do the wind up banter thing this time I think. whistle:
Oh noes, nor me.... angel1
I'll have a werd with that nasty JOM too.... whistle:
Well someone needs to. evil:
Zakly! Leave it with me like.... angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Tipsy Gipsy on July 24, 2012, 06:58:06 PM
Oi! I know my circlips from my gudgeon pins! evil:
Good gerl. You can join in too then. MOST welcome in fact. :thumbsup: A GERL petrol 'ed! SWEET! cloud9:
I'll be taking the piccies this Sunday at Malvern Showground (weather permitting) if you're passing like....with CAKE/S cloud9:
A bear with a camera, righto, if I get there I'll be sure to find you. :thumbsup:
If I'm not wanderin' around, I'll be camped at the back of my Festa, FRYIN'UP and drinking copious amounts of coffee. Probably be muttering to meself too for pure entertainment purposes, so should be quite easy to spot. whistle:
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Post by: Grumpmeister on July 27, 2012, 05:58:50 PM
Oi! I know my circlips from my gudgeon pins! evil:
Good gerl. You can join in too then. MOST welcome in fact. :thumbsup: A GERL petrol 'ed! SWEET! cloud9:
I'll be taking the piccies this Sunday at Malvern Showground (weather permitting) if you're passing like....with CAKE/S cloud9:
A bear with a camera, righto, if I get there I'll be sure to find you. :thumbsup:
If I'm not wanderin' around, I'll be camped at the back of my Festa, FRYIN'UP and drinking copious amounts of coffee. Probably be muttering to meself too for pure entertainment purposes, so should be quite easy to spot. whistle:
Saw one of my favourite cars yesterday on the way to work, it was heading south so was wondering if it was on its way to Malvern. A red convertible Kamann Ghia. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on July 28, 2012, 09:30:40 AM
Can't say I've ever seen one, but a quick google explains why you like them cloud9:
There is a guy down here that has a silver convertible one of those. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 29, 2012, 10:37:24 PM
Disappointing show that today, and from what I saw of it, the Malvern showground is a bit of a dump.
250 miles 'round trip to watch the rain batter down, then sunny, then rain, and to listen to bumpkins that I had great difficulty in understanding tbh.
My previously pristine and shiny clean MeMo is now piggin' minging, thanks to farmers sharing their muddy fields with everyone on the roads. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 29, 2012, 10:39:38 PM
Disappointing show that today, and from what I saw of it, the Malvern showground is a bit of a dump.
250 miles 'round trip to watch the rain batter down, then sunny, then rain, and to listen to bumpkins that I had great difficulty in understanding tbh.
My previously pristine and shiny clean MeMo is now piggin' minging, thanks to farmers sharing their muddy fields with everyone on the roads. Banghead
noooo: any pics........... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 29, 2012, 10:53:55 PM
Only three I think. All the usual suspects were there, and a fine selection of chavved up shite too. ::) 90% Fords today. Probably no more than 100 cars in total tbh. Very poor turnout for an Andrew Greenwood show (same outfit as last weekend)
Weather didn't help, and their's now enough wet grass and hay in MeMo to feed a herd of Fresians. evil:
No shows for a couple of weeks now too. sad32:
Going to spend the time looking for a decent electronic ignition system to ease starting and smoother running.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on July 29, 2012, 10:59:35 PM
Only three I think. All the usual suspects were there, and a fine selection of chavved up shite too. ::) 90% Fords today. Probably no more than 100 cars in total tbh. Very poor turnout for an Andrew Greenwood show (same outfit as last weekend)
Weather didn't help, and their's now enough wet grass and hay in MeMo to feed a herd of Fresians. evil:
No shows for a couple of weeks now too. sad32:
Going to spend the time looking for a decent electronic ignition system to ease starting and smoother running.
Won't that effect the origin -list of it
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 29, 2012, 11:11:35 PM
Only three I think. All the usual suspects were there, and a fine selection of chavved up shite too. ::) 90% Fords today. Probably no more than 100 cars in total tbh. Very poor turnout for an Andrew Greenwood show (same outfit as last weekend)
Weather didn't help, and their's now enough wet grass and hay in MeMo to feed a herd of Fresians. evil:
No shows for a couple of weeks now too. sad32:
Going to spend the time looking for a decent electronic ignition system to ease starting and smoother running.
Won't that effect the origin -list of it
What? The electronic ignition? Nah.
Was discussing originality with a bumpkin today, and he agreed that far too may enthusiasts install far too much shite on their cars, even small items like radios, and every Festa that was there today had the wrong wheels on them...bar one. cloud9: Sheeple mention that mine is good because it looks just like it did when it came out of the showroom, and in terms of appearance, it's staying that way.
I've got a 1988 Citroen AX GT that I've used for competing, and although I've had to fit a few safety items, alter the brakes and suspension, I did mess around with its appearance a bit, and it looks so wrong.
Forunately I've still got most of the original stuff and gubbins, and will be putting it back to its original looks WHEN I get it back from my mates garage.
Stupid things like painting the original grey wheel arch extensions and side mouldings to match the body colour. Why did I do it? Shrugs: Tosser. evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on July 29, 2012, 11:27:42 PM
Apparently BM, there is a special Mini Clubman 1275 GT feature at this years MAHOOSIVE show.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 02, 2012, 01:41:19 PM
Wha'rile do, is print off the piccy, make a note of the part number, and hit the couple of Mini specialists that I think we've got in the locality. Failing that, IF I manage to get an entry for the MONSTER show at Tatton in 2 weeks, I'll ask on the trade stands that are bound to be there. :thumbsup:
ALWAYS 'appy to 'elp those that are pleasant to me. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 02, 2012, 02:22:39 PM
Wha'rile do, is print off the piccy, make a note of the part number, and hit the couple of Mini specialists that I think we've got in the locality. Failing that, IF I manage to get an entry for the MONSTER show at Tatton in 2 weeks, I'll ask on the trade stands that are bound to be there. :thumbsup:
ALWAYS 'appy to 'elp those that are pleasant to me. cloud9:
Stunning - thanks Growler! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 02, 2012, 04:39:04 PM
What can possibly go wrong? noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 02, 2012, 04:56:29 PM
Wha'rile do, is print off the piccy, make a note of the part number, and hit the couple of Mini specialists that I think we've got in the locality. Failing that, IF I manage to get an entry for the MONSTER show at Tatton in 2 weeks, I'll ask on the trade stands that are bound to be there. :thumbsup:
ALWAYS 'appy to 'elp those that are pleasant to me. cloud9:
Stunning - thanks Growler! cloud9:
Mini Moose is coincidentally just going out for an ice cream with a lad that she was at scoohell with, who has just completed re-building a Mini with his Dad.
I have written down the details to relay to him and/or his dad, and failing that, a request for the location of the nearest Mini specialist/s. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 02, 2012, 04:58:45 PM
Wha'rile do, is print off the piccy, make a note of the part number, and hit the couple of Mini specialists that I think we've got in the locality. Failing that, IF I manage to get an entry for the MONSTER show at Tatton in 2 weeks, I'll ask on the trade stands that are bound to be there. :thumbsup:
ALWAYS 'appy to 'elp those that are pleasant to me. cloud9:
Stunning - thanks Growler! cloud9:
Mini Moose is coincidentally just going out for an ice cream with a lad that she was at scoohell with, who has just completed re-building a Mini with his Dad.
I have written down the details to relay to him and/or his dad, and failing that, a request for the location of the nearest Mini specialist/s. :thumbsup:
Top man! Thumbs:
Most of the Mini specialists list it as unavailable....
I've only found it at some of the lesser weller known ones and so far they've let me down....
The alternative is a new drive shaft (which comes with them fitted) at £80... TBH i wish I'd ordered one in February...
I had to replace one because the Pot Joint was rusted onto it... If I'd ordered two at the time I could have been driving it by now.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on August 02, 2012, 05:37:51 PM
Wha'rile do, is print off the piccy, make a note of the part number, and hit the couple of Mini specialists that I think we've got in the locality. Failing that, IF I manage to get an entry for the MONSTER show at Tatton in 2 weeks, I'll ask on the trade stands that are bound to be there. :thumbsup:
ALWAYS 'appy to 'elp those that are pleasant to me. cloud9:
Stunning - thanks Growler! cloud9:
Mini Moose is coincidentally just going out for an ice cream with a lad that she was at scoohell with, who has just completed re-building a Mini with his Dad.
I have written down the details to relay to him and/or his dad, and failing that, a request for the location of the nearest Mini specialist/s. :thumbsup:
Top man! Thumbs:
Most of the Mini specialists list it as unavailable....
I've only found it at some of the lesser weller known ones and so far they've let me down....
The alternative is a new drive shaft (which comes with them fitted) at £80... TBH i wish I'd ordered one in February...
I had to replace one because the Pot Joint was rusted onto it... If I'd ordered two at the time I could have been driving it by now.... whistle:
happy001 happy001 happy001
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 02, 2012, 06:43:46 PM
Wha'rile do, is print off the piccy, make a note of the part number, and hit the couple of Mini specialists that I think we've got in the locality. Failing that, IF I manage to get an entry for the MONSTER show at Tatton in 2 weeks, I'll ask on the trade stands that are bound to be there. :thumbsup:
ALWAYS 'appy to 'elp those that are pleasant to me. cloud9:
Stunning - thanks Growler! cloud9:
Mini Moose is coincidentally just going out for an ice cream with a lad that she was at scoohell with, who has just completed re-building a Mini with his Dad.
I have written down the details to relay to him and/or his dad, and failing that, a request for the location of the nearest Mini specialist/s. :thumbsup:
Top man! Thumbs:
Most of the Mini specialists list it as unavailable....
I've only found it at some of the lesser weller known ones and so far they've let me down....
The alternative is a new drive shaft (which comes with them fitted) at £80... TBH i wish I'd ordered one in February...
I had to replace one because the Pot Joint was rusted onto it... If I'd ordered two at the time I could have been driving it by now.... whistle:
happy001 happy001 happy001
evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 03, 2012, 10:56:40 PM
I now have a couple of company names to go on. There is a third one, but the lad reckons the owner is on pot or summat! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2012, 04:31:23 AM
Must be in good nick for that price! lol: lol: lol:
A project ....... rubschin:
I've got some spare Mini bits you can have... lol: lol: lol:
Nah,,,,,,,,,,,,waiting for my village bus ............ cloud9:.........soon as he sells the "T" plate ............. :thumbsup:
Where will you park the damn thing? eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 04, 2012, 12:59:44 PM
Anywhere I want ......... eveilgrin:..........already got a place for it .......... :thumbsup:........prob will be re-regestering it .......might park it somewhere and convert it to campervan type thing .........nice place near where we went for classic car show ........right on the beach old camp site, so all stuff there ........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2012, 01:07:14 PM
Anywhere I want ......... eveilgrin:..........already got a place for it .......... :thumbsup:........prob will be re-regestering it .......might park it somewhere and convert it to campervan type thing .........nice place near where we went for classic car show ........right on the beach old camp site, so all stuff there ........
You could move into in when the lecky bill comes! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 04, 2012, 01:08:42 PM
Anywhere I want ......... eveilgrin:..........already got a place for it .......... :thumbsup:........prob will be re-regestering it .......might park it somewhere and convert it to campervan type thing .........nice place near where we went for classic car show ........right on the beach old camp site, so all stuff there ........
You could move into in when the lecky bill comes! Thumbs:
When the bill comes in , I will sleep in the mini.......... scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2012, 01:12:13 PM
Anywhere I want ......... eveilgrin:..........already got a place for it .......... :thumbsup:........prob will be re-regestering it .......might park it somewhere and convert it to campervan type thing .........nice place near where we went for classic car show ........right on the beach old camp site, so all stuff there ........
You could move into in when the lecky bill comes! Thumbs:
When the bill comes in , I will sleep in the mini.......... scared2:
You fecking won't! point:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 04, 2012, 01:13:40 PM
Anywhere I want ......... eveilgrin:..........already got a place for it .......... :thumbsup:........prob will be re-regestering it .......might park it somewhere and convert it to campervan type thing .........nice place near where we went for classic car show ........right on the beach old camp site, so all stuff there ........
You could move into in when the lecky bill comes! Thumbs:
When the bill comes in , I will sleep in the mini.......... scared2:
You fecking won't! point:
I could fit a bus on your drive I reckon.......... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2012, 01:15:23 PM
Anywhere I want ......... eveilgrin:..........already got a place for it .......... :thumbsup:........prob will be re-regestering it .......might park it somewhere and convert it to campervan type thing .........nice place near where we went for classic car show ........right on the beach old camp site, so all stuff there ........
You could move into in when the lecky bill comes! Thumbs:
When the bill comes in , I will sleep in the mini.......... scared2:
You fecking won't! point:
I could fit a bus on your drive I reckon.......... rubschin:
There is a bit of rough ground opposite you could park it on.... Thumbs:
I could keep an eye on Misty you wiv my binoculars.... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: miss Tchevious on August 04, 2012, 01:40:07 PM
eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 04, 2012, 01:44:14 PM
redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on August 04, 2012, 05:26:04 PM
I'm still scouering the local area for a specialist, but have only found a geezer that deals in body werk so far.......(filler, paper mache. old newspapers, and cornflake boxes to you and me) whistle:
Now if you had a VW Beetle! whistle:
The hunt continues.
If so many bastard shows hadn't been cancelled this year due to the itter shite weather, I may have had more opportunity to speak to some of these 'enthusiaists. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 09, 2012, 04:17:00 PM
They could merge and form Mini Moss happy001 happy001 happy001 happy001 happy001 happy001 happy001 happy001
Geddit?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 09, 2012, 04:19:19 PM
Copied and placed most carefully in my much loved and ever expanding 'I'm getting REALLY pissed off with you' folder' for future and probably much use, tar. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 09, 2012, 04:53:43 PM
sad32:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 09, 2012, 05:42:34 PM
Mini Moose ~ I gorrit and it made me larf. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 10, 2012, 05:42:23 AM
I'm still scouering the local area for a specialist, but have only found a geezer that deals in body werk so far.......(filler, paper mache. old newspapers, and cornflake boxes to you and me) whistle:
Now if you had a VW Beetle! whistle:
The hunt continues.
If so many bastard shows hadn't been cancelled this year due to the itter shite weather, I may have had more opportunity to speak to some of these 'enthusiaists. Banghead
I've done Moss and Minisport but didn't know of the Metro place! Thumbs:
have now ordered a new drive shaft complete with circlips! Will be delivered today when I'm out prolly... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 11, 2012, 09:42:36 AM
You checked the 'smack 'ed out for a new rear bumper and friont indicator lense? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 11, 2012, 09:45:08 AM
I'll iron my co-driver outfit......... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 11, 2012, 09:50:52 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 18, 2012, 08:56:58 AM
Wereking in a fast and classic car showroom yesterdat BM, and there for sale was a very tidy and original looking (apart from an array of 4 Cibes on the front cloud9: ) Audi Quattro. Mint inside and out but probably a monster £££££ pit. scared2:
I guessed it would probably be up for about £30k.
noooo:
£15k eeek:
Arf tempted I tell you. cloud9:
I've driven one a few years ago. Windows down just so I could hear the BURBLE. cloud9: Gave me a semi it did. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 18, 2012, 09:02:59 AM
Wereking in a fast and classic car showroom yesterdat BM, and there for sale was a very tidy and original looking (apart from an array of 4 Cibes on the front cloud9: ) Audi Quattro. Mint inside and out but probably a monster £££££ pit. scared2:
I guessed it would probably be up for about £30k.
noooo:
£15k eeek:
Arf tempted I tell you. cloud9:
I've driven one a few years ago. Windows down just so I could hear the BURBLE. cloud9: Gave me a semi it did. :thumbsup:
Sounds awesome! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 18, 2012, 09:04:34 AM
Wereking in a fast and classic car showroom yesterdat BM, and there for sale was a very tidy and original looking (apart from an array of 4 Cibes on the front cloud9: ) Audi Quattro. Mint inside and out but probably a monster £££££ pit. scared2:
I guessed it would probably be up for about £30k.
noooo:
£15k eeek:
Arf tempted I tell you. cloud9:
I've driven one a few years ago. Windows down just so I could hear the BURBLE. cloud9: Gave me a semi it did. :thumbsup:
Sounds awesome! Thumbs:
His semi........... eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 18, 2012, 09:49:59 AM
Wereking in a fast and classic car showroom yesterdat BM, and there for sale was a very tidy and original looking (apart from an array of 4 Cibes on the front cloud9: ) Audi Quattro. Mint inside and out but probably a monster £££££ pit. scared2:
I guessed it would probably be up for about £30k.
noooo:
£15k eeek:
Arf tempted I tell you. cloud9:
I've driven one a few years ago. Windows down just so I could hear the BURBLE. cloud9: Gave me a semi it did. :thumbsup:
Sounds awesome! Thumbs:
His semi........... eeek:
Get orf our thread! cussing:
And take Nick with you! evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 19, 2012, 11:28:49 AM
the truth is it was prolly broken down for most of that time.... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 19, 2012, 12:04:57 PM
Now actually you know BM, they were a very nice car, based on the Honda Accord of the time that they were all tucked up on bed with, all warm snug and cosy like iirc.
The 213 WAS the one to have, as THAT was an 'onda engine, whereas the 216 was a total crock of crap, being the BL shyte that we sadly know so well.
Crackin find that, but many parts are probably goosed due to lack of use.
Cars like us 'umans...and BEARS cloud9: need regular exercise and servicing.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 19, 2012, 04:45:40 PM
Ey you's two. Ever tried adjusting the points on a Festa? eeek:
ABSOLUTE friggin' nightmare of a horror show! Banghead
Paws cut to ribbons (but I'm WELL 'ard :thumbsup:)
Just about managed to get the old ones out, but the joy is going to really begin installing the new ones this week. Going to see if I can lay me mitts on some leccy igntion module to replace this owld crappy system.
You got leccy replacement in your dissy BM?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 05:10:25 AM
Ey you's two. Ever tried adjusting the points on a Festa? eeek:
ABSOLUTE friggin' nightmare of a horror show! Banghead
Paws cut to ribbons (but I'm WELL 'ard :thumbsup:)
Just about managed to get the old ones out, but the joy is going to really begin installing the new ones this week. Going to see if I can lay me mitts on some leccy igntion module to replace this owld crappy system.
You got leccy replacement in your dissy BM?
Oh yes... it is the only way forward and still looks 'standard'..... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 07:17:13 AM
Ordered a Accuspark system off the intermong last night.
34 snotters which is mildly betterer than the £189 that Demon Tweeks wanted for their Luminition system. eeek: Just hope it's easy to fit, as another show beckons next Sunday, and I don't actually do leccy. scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 08:09:10 AM
Ordered a Accuspark system off the intermong last night.
34 snotters which is mildly betterer than the £189 that Demon Tweeks wanted for their Luminition system. eeek: Just hope it's easy to fit, as another show beckons next Sunday, and I don't actually do leccy. scared2:
The Mini forum speaks very highly of it.... Thumbs:
When i took my dizzy out it was very sloppy and worn so I bought a new electronic one and a new drive shaft... Hopefully it will be spot on....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 08:28:35 AM
Ordered a Accuspark system off the intermong last night.
34 snotters which is mildly betterer than the £189 that Demon Tweeks wanted for their Luminition system. eeek: Just hope it's easy to fit, as another show beckons next Sunday, and I don't actually do leccy. scared2:
The Mini forum speaks very highly of it.... Thumbs:
When i took my dizzy out it was very sloppy and worn so I bought a new electronic one and a new drive shaft... Hopefully it will be spot on....
Which? Accuspark?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 08:58:14 AM
Ordered a Accuspark system off the intermong last night.
34 snotters which is mildly betterer than the £189 that Demon Tweeks wanted for their Luminition system. eeek: Just hope it's easy to fit, as another show beckons next Sunday, and I don't actually do leccy. scared2:
The Mini forum speaks very highly of it.... Thumbs:
When i took my dizzy out it was very sloppy and worn so I bought a new electronic one and a new drive shaft... Hopefully it will be spot on....
Which? Accuspark?
Um... I can't remember now..... redface:
It wasn't expensive tho.... I'll see if I can find the web site again... I lost all my links when the PC crashed... hold on....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 09:01:23 AM
This one! (http://www.aseriesspares.co.uk/ignition/a-sd-electronic-distributors/4-cylinder-standard-road-electronic-distributors/25d/45d-electronic-distributor-classic-mini-1275-1275-gt-standard-road-side-entry-cap-/prod_851.html) Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 09:02:39 AM
If it's expensive, it won't be an Accuspark one. I'm THE original 'tight wad. cloud9:
Problee Luminition which is the top end of the market.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 09:05:15 AM
If it's expensive, it won't be an Accuspark one. I'm THE original 'tight wad. cloud9:
Problee Luminition which is the top end of the market.
This one (http://www.aseriesspares.co.uk/ignition/a-sd-electronic-distributors/4-cylinder-standard-road-electronic-distributors/ford-fiesta-1-1/1-3-electronic-distributor-side-entry-standard-road/prod_871.html) for you! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 09:05:29 AM
Posted same time there, soz.
You fit that yerself like? Easy to do?
Don't like black magic electricity things. scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 09:07:45 AM
If it's expensive, it won't be an Accuspark one. I'm THE original 'tight wad. cloud9:
Problee Luminition which is the top end of the market.
This one (http://www.aseriesspares.co.uk/ignition/a-sd-electronic-distributors/4-cylinder-standard-road-electronic-distributors/ford-fiesta-1-1/1-3-electronic-distributor-side-entry-standard-road/prod_871.html) for you! Thumbs:
£107.95 eeek:
Ordered Accuspark now anyway as stated earlier.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 09:09:28 AM
Don't like black magic electricity things. scared2:
Direct replacement... take the old one out, put the new one in....
Red wire to +'ve on the coil and the black one to -'ve... Bish-bosh jobs-a-goodun..... Thumbs:
Looks like you could get a trade discount there too!
You say, "take the old one out". rubschin:
Does that mean the points and condensor? Do you actually do away with the condensor in fact? confused:
Frightens me this stuff.
When it's all installed, I've then got the joyous job of getting the dissy cap back on too. Banghead Possibly one of the most tricky ones in exsistance tbh.
Carb repleacement will be next on the list. I'm very aware of keeping the car standard, but this crappy wheezer is just that....CRAP!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 20, 2012, 09:38:20 AM
What langwidge are they talking? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 09:46:12 AM
Don't like black magic electricity things. scared2:
Direct replacement... take the old one out, put the new one in....
Red wire to +'ve on the coil and the black one to -'ve... Bish-bosh jobs-a-goodun..... Thumbs:
Looks like you could get a trade discount there too!
You say, "take the old one out". rubschin:
Does that mean the points and condensor? Do you actually do away with the condensor in fact? confused:
Frightens me this stuff.
When it's all installed, I've then got the joyous job of getting the dissy cap back on too. Banghead Possibly one of the most tricky ones in exsistance tbh.
Carb repleacement will be next on the list. I'm very aware of keeping the car standard, but this crappy wheezer is just that....CRAP!
I was talking about the dizzy...
But yes, the electronic module just replaces the points and the condenser - throw them away and fit the module in their place.... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 20, 2012, 09:53:16 AM
What can possibly go wrong?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 11:46:06 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 12:04:23 PM
Just received me pass for this coming Sunday's show at Capesthorne Hall...luvlee venue. cloud9:
Just checked the 7 day forecast to see if I need to take lashings of sun burn cream stuff, as I actually got quite burnded there a few months ago, you remember, that sunny day we had in May? :thumbsup:
Wish I hadn't piggin' bothered. Banghead Lashings of, windy and cold on its way...AGAIN. Angry9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 20, 2012, 03:25:25 PM
Bit hot for boots ..........why not wear pumps......... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 04:11:07 PM
noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 05:58:23 PM
Coming along niceley then ey BM. Well good thar'is. :thumbsup:
Ey, tell us like. Should I replace the coil with a lower Ohm's one or summat when I fit the black magic box into the dissy, 'cus I'm buggered if I know chief. confused:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 06:02:32 PM
Oh yes, and do you know owt about sourcing and fitting of these motorbike carbs some rave about as a replacement for the standard wheezy unreliable mechanical bellows system that is currently fitted?
Someone said they're ded expensive like, but will be more reliable, more economical, and will make the car go like hot snot...apparently. 8)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 06:03:13 PM
Coming along niceley then ey BM. Well good thar'is. :thumbsup:
Ey, tell us like. Should I replace the coil with a lower Ohm's one or summat when I fit the black magic box into the dissy, 'cus I'm buggered if I know chief. confused:
You need to make sure that the coil is not a ballast coil as you will be applying the full 12V to it...
They do sell 'electronic ignition' coils... but I'm thinking they are just normal 12V coils....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 06:05:11 PM
Oh yes, and do you know owt about sourcing and fitting of these motorbike carbs some rave about as a replacement for the standard wheezy unreliable mechanical bellowssystem that is currently fitted?
Someone said they're ded expensive like, but will be more reliable, more economical, and will make the car go like hot snot...apparently. 8)
Well.....
You can get bike carbs cheap on the Intermong as we crash so many of them.... redface:
BUT you need to get a good manifold machined up to make use of them....
And as you know, if the air flow is not just right then they won't work at all....
I'd stay away from bike carbs....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 06:06:24 PM
Coming along niceley then ey BM. Well good thar'is. :thumbsup:
Ey, tell us like. Should I replace the coil with a lower Ohm's one or summat when I fit the black magic box into the dissy, 'cus I'm buggered if I know chief. confused:
You need to make sure that the coil is not a ballast coil as you will be applying the full 12V to it...They do sell 'electronic ignition' coils... but I'm thinking they are just normal 12V coils....
So what's being applied to it now then?
Looks like the original one is still on it.
As said earlier, leccy stuff is a total mine field of mysteries to me.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 20, 2012, 06:12:41 PM
Coming along niceley then ey BM. Well good thar'is. :thumbsup:
Ey, tell us like. Should I replace the coil with a lower Ohm's one or summat when I fit the black magic box into the dissy, 'cus I'm buggered if I know chief. confused:
You need to make sure that the coil is not a ballast coil as you will be applying the full 12V to it...They do sell 'electronic ignition' coils... but I'm thinking they are just normal 12V coils....
So what's being applied to it now then?
Looks like the original one is still on it.
As said earlier, leccy stuff is a total mine field of mysteries to me.
I dunno....
In the old days... when I was a nipper like.... whistle:
Anyhooo... in the okld days the coil used to just have 12V on it....
Then they introduced a ballast coil which had a resistor to drop the volts and was supposed to make starting easier...
So the coil worked off 7V or summat...
In the Mini the ballast wire (resistor) used to overheat and destroy the loom...
Check the spec on the side of the coil and see what it says - if it says 12V then you will be fine.... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 20, 2012, 07:18:56 PM
Do they still use coils........... rubschin:
whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 07:20:59 PM
All this modern shite have coil packs now, (coil for each plug basically, built into the HT lead) and they're crap, and they break down leaving you stranded, and they're VERY expensive, and basically....I HATE THEM! evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 20, 2012, 07:26:01 PM
I miss ford escorts........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 07:35:44 PM
Werth an absolute packet now. Many from Oz and sarf Africa have ended up in the UK for rallying.
Thought Cyprus would have had loads of 'em...like Malta...cus of the lack of salt on the roads.
That was the biggest memory I had of Malta...the old cars. cloud9:
2 things ............one some bastard came and bought alot of them for uk (parts).............the other if not a classic you have to pay back road tax even if you did not own it........... that's why I might get my bus cheap ............. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 20, 2012, 07:48:08 PM
Werth an absolute packet now. Many from Oz and sarf Africa have ended up in the UK for rallying.
Thought Cyprus would have had loads of 'em...like Malta...cus of the lack of salt on the roads.
That was the biggest memory I had of Malta...the old cars. cloud9:
2 things ............one some bastard came and bought alot of them for uk (parts).............the other if not a classic you have to pay back road tax even if you did not own it...........that's why I might get my bus cheap ............. :thumbsup:
Errrrrrrrrrr, don't want to sound like Numb Nuts Nick 'ere like, but can you just run that one past me again please, 'cus I REALLY am struggling to grasp the full meaning of that one tbqatth. confused:
Just nippin' out, but will be back later for full clarification. ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on August 20, 2012, 07:52:52 PM
Werth an absolute packet now. Many from Oz and sarf Africa have ended up in the UK for rallying.
Thought Cyprus would have had loads of 'em...like Malta...cus of the lack of salt on the roads.
That was the biggest memory I had of Malta...the old cars. cloud9:
2 things ............one some bastard came and bought alot of them for uk (parts).............the other if not a classic you have to pay back road tax even if you did not own it...........that's why I might get my bus cheap ............. :thumbsup:
Errrrrrrrrrr, don't want to sound like Numb Nuts Nick 'ere like, but can you just run that one past me again please, 'cus I REALLY am struggling to grasp the full meaning of that one tbqatth. confused:
Just nippin' out, but will be back later for full clarification. ;)
In bloke terms..........if you buy a car that hasn't been taxed for ten years .......when YOU try to tax it ..............you have to pay all the previous un-paid tax .......
strange but true .......... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on August 20, 2012, 07:53:10 PM
Werth an absolute packet now. Many from Oz and sarf Africa have ended up in the UK for rallying.
Thought Cyprus would have had loads of 'em...like Malta...cus of the lack of salt on the roads.
That was the biggest memory I had of Malta...the old cars. cloud9:
2 things ............one some bastard came and bought alot of them for uk (parts).............the other if not a classic you have to pay back road tax even if you did not own it...........that's why I might get my bus cheap ............. :thumbsup:
Errrrrrrrrrr, don't want to sound like Numb Nuts Nick 'ere like, but can you just run that one past me again please, 'cus I REALLY am struggling to grasp the full meaning of that one tbqatth. confused:
Just nippin' out, but will be back later for full clarification. ;)
In bloke terms..........if you buy a car that hasn't been taxed for ten years .......when YOU try to tax it ..............you have to pay all the previous un-paid tax .......
strange but true .......... noooo:
Glad we're seemingly not alone in the government rip off legalised theft scams then. whistle:
Rip Off Cyprus. eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on August 21, 2012, 05:11:46 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on August 23, 2012, 03:22:03 PM
BM seems to be doing a lot of the standing around , arms on hips role rubschin:
I'm the brains of the team.... whistle:
So Graeme is the Zombie?
lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on August 28, 2012, 01:22:01 PM
I don't mean to be personal, but LL seems to have let herself go a bit since that last photos you posted of her whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on August 28, 2012, 01:24:39 PM
I see you had a fire extinguisher strategically placed. Hopefully you had all the usual H & S signs up, longitudinal and lateral safety zones etc well defined, and all your training modules were up to date too :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 28, 2012, 01:59:07 PM
I see you had a fire extinguisher strategically placed. Hopefully you had all the usual H & S signs up, longitudinal and lateral safety zones etc well defined, and all your training modules were up to date too :thumbsup:
It was looking good 'til the extinguisher fell over and rolled under the engine.... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on August 28, 2012, 02:52:03 PM
Sounded to be running a bit rich to me!
Who was the assistant?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 28, 2012, 02:53:37 PM
In the first start-a-thon the choke was full on and we'd just squirted a load of oil down the bores.... On account of it just being completely re-built from the ground up like... Thumbs:
No smoke in the second start-a-thon..... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on August 28, 2012, 02:59:39 PM
Excellento! :thumbsup:
Now just add some seats, a body shell, some wheels and you're off. All other refinements can wait.:thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on August 28, 2012, 03:00:59 PM
Now just add some seats, a body shell, some wheels and you're off. All other refinements can wait.:thumbsup:
Thumbs:
The co-driver,,,,,,,.... cloud9:
On reflection you really only need one seat. whistle:
Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 28, 2012, 04:45:32 PM
Well that's a big pat on the back for you .....if that's his name ;)
So what is it to be for the next project ? lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 28, 2012, 04:47:14 PM
I think he has to put the car together first ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on August 28, 2012, 05:07:04 PM
I once saw a mini that belonged to a member of the Basingstoke Mini Club, this one (http://www.oilcanstickers.com/index.php/car-related-stickers/mini-stickers/ratted-to-fuck-sticker.html) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 28, 2012, 05:43:46 PM
Should have lobbed a bottle of K Seal in it first. Absolutely amazing stuff it is, unlike all the usual suspects like Radweld. ::)
Had a small leak in my road car rad 3 years ago, and on recommendation bought some and chucked it in, fully expecting it NOT to werk. whistle:
As I say, that was 3 years ago, and it's still not leaking. eeek:
Gets rave reviews everywhere. :thumbsup:
It is out of the car at the moment tho and a quick swap...
Once the engine is installed it is a nightmare to remove it.... So makes sense to fit a new one....
171 snotters delivered tho! Shocked:
GULP of epic proprtions!
HOW MUCH?!! eeek:
Haven't you got a rad repair specialist out there that could have fixed it like what I has down the road 'ere?
Now that IS bloody extortion that is. evil:
Like the wings for my 'Uncle Festa' They were about 30 snotters when the mk 1 was in production. 2nd hand ones are now fetching upwards of 150 now! cussing:
Fortunately I don't need one, but am going to have to spend long cold dark winter nights in its nest waxoiling every square millimeter of them, and they don't come off either (welded on)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 29, 2012, 09:36:03 AM
Should have lobbed a bottle of K Seal in it first. Absolutely amazing stuff it is, unlike all the usual suspects like Radweld. ::)
Had a small leak in my road car rad 3 years ago, and on recommendation bought some and chucked it in, fully expecting it NOT to werk. whistle:
As I say, that was 3 years ago, and it's still not leaking. eeek:
Gets rave reviews everywhere. :thumbsup:
It is out of the car at the moment tho and a quick swap...
Once the engine is installed it is a nightmare to remove it.... So makes sense to fit a new one....
171 snotters delivered tho! Shocked:
GULP of epic proprtions!
HOW MUCH?!! eeek:
Haven't you got a rad repair specialist out there that could have fixed it like what I has down the road 'ere?
Now that IS bloody extortion that is. evil:
Like the wings for my 'Uncle Festa' They were about 30 snotters when the mk 1 was in production. 2nd hand ones are now fetching upwards of 150 now! cussing:
Fortunately I don't need one, but am going to have to spend long cold dark winter nights in its nest waxoiling every square millimeter of them, and they don't come off either (welded on)
Well, I wanted the two-core as it is so hot out here.... 93 snotters.
You can get a three-core for £48 but if it all boils over you haven't saved much.... noooo:
Then there is the delivery charge to Cyprus - £49.37... sad24:
Then of course you have bastard fecking bastard VAT @20% - £28.63 cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 29, 2012, 09:50:56 AM
Don't lob the owld one. noooo:
If you can't get K Seal out there, I'll gladly post yous a bottle out there like for possible future usage. Always handy to have a bottle just in case like. :thumbsup:
Read all the user comments on Amazon and on their web site too. It IS actually magic. eeek:
Even seals the dodgy and re-occuring dreaded K series 1.8 leaky head gasket problems too apparently.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: The Moan Ranger on August 29, 2012, 11:17:33 AM
Tomorrow I shall be doing my own bit of car work - changing all the pads on the missus's 350Z. Should be easy enough... scared2:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 29, 2012, 11:22:18 AM
but being young I swapped them 8 spoke Wellers. They looked lovely right up until I buried the car into a big tree sad24:
eeek:
You are Gloria Jones - I claim my £50 prize and a signed copy of Ride a White Swan! Thumbs:
I made a right mess of it - the offside front wheel was where the pedals should have been. Somehow during the impact, my feet/legs were merely swept sideways to the passenger seat. Nutted the steering wheel pretty hard , mind - yet another scar on me bonce. When the RAC towed the remnants back to our house the following day, I vividly remember my idiotic neighbour uttering the immortal words "oh, for fucks sake, he's survived". Seems he wasn't too impressed with my regular maintenance and the ever-so-loud exhaust from what was Mitcham Motors. It had a good stereo in it, but you couldn't hear it above 70mph as the exhaust was so loud lol: Plod used to pull me over regularly - that was when we actually had a half-decent plod road presence.
So as that was declared a write-off, I saved up and got a Dolly Sprint (my dad had one too) which also was treated to regular Sunday morning maintenance much to his annoyance; with its twin 45's and a straight-through "Mike the Pipe" stainless exhaust. Shit-off-a-shovel fast - about 7 seconds to 70 mph and and inidicated 130mph flat oot. And four ashtrays. Shame the radiator wasn't up to it - too late I found it was from an 1850 and the high-speed rigours of Castle Coombe killed it cry:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on August 30, 2012, 05:05:22 PM
but being young I swapped them 8 spoke Wellers. They looked lovely right up until I buried the car into a big tree sad24:
eeek:
You are Gloria Jones - I claim my £50 prize and a signed copy of Ride a White Swan! Thumbs:
I made a right mess of it - the offside front wheel was where the pedals should have been. Somehow during the impact, my feet/legs were merely swept sideways to the passenger seat. Nutted the steering wheel pretty hard , mind - yet another scar on me bonce. When the RAC towed the remnants back to our house the following day, I vividly remember my idiotic neighbour uttering the immortal words "oh, for fucks sake, he's survived". Seems he wasn't too impressed with my regular maintenance and the ever-so-loud exhaust from what was Mitcham Motors. It had a good stereo in it, but you couldn't hear it above 70mph as the exhaust was so loud lol: Plod used to pull me over regularly - that was when we actually had a half-decent plod road presence.
So as that was declared a write-off, I saved up and got a Dolly Sprint (my dad had one too) which also was treated to regular Sunday morning maintenance much to his annoyance; with its twin 45's and a straight-through "Mike the Pipe" stainless exhaust. Shit-off-a-shovel fast - about 7 seconds to 70 mph and and inidicated 130mph flat oot. And four ashtrays. Shame the radiator wasn't up to it - too late I found it was from an 1850 and the high-speed rigours of Castle Coombe killed it cry:
I'm surprised they reached the pedals! point:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 01, 2012, 09:43:16 AM
One of my mates has just bought a merc sls gullwing thingy ,,,,,,,,,,,,good looking motor..........
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 01, 2012, 09:45:17 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on September 04, 2012, 02:44:12 PM
Don't you want MeMi in the living room then?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 04, 2012, 02:51:48 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 05, 2012, 09:36:12 PM
BM. Why didn't you put the piccies in the The All New Mini Restoration Gawp-a-Thon thread. You're just inviting ignaroamousy ignorant jealous type comments from this bunch of total arse wipes. Banghead
Wish we lived nearer so I could nip over from time to time to give you a hand like. It's really starting to look good now. I'm a tad jealous meself truth be known. redface:
Keep up the good werk my man. I'm behind you all the way. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 05, 2012, 09:41:03 PM
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 06, 2012, 04:23:03 AM
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
8............ rubschin:
please list........ :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on September 06, 2012, 05:39:41 AM
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
BM. Why didn't you put the piccies in the The All New Mini Restoration Gawp-a-Thon thread. You're just inviting ignaroamousy ignorant jealous type comments from this bunch of total arse wipes. Banghead
Wish we lived nearer so I could nip over from time to time to give you a hand like. It's really starting to look good now. I'm a tad jealous meself truth be known. redface:
Keep up the good werk my man. I'm behind you all the way. :thumbsup:
She is looking great eh? cloud9:
I'm very pleased with my work now.... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 06, 2012, 07:33:35 AM
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
Sounds awesome! Thumbs:
Me-Mi was parked next to a Metro when I bought her - I'm very tempted to be honest.... rubschin:
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
Sounds awesome! Thumbs:
Me-Mi was parked next to a Metro when I bought her - I'm very tempted to be honest.... rubschin:
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
Sounds awesome! Thumbs:
Me-Mi was parked next to a Metro when I bought her - I'm very tempted to be honest.... rubschin:
Forgot to tell you BM. I came within a whisker from buying a bogo standard 1.0 A reg Metro last Sunday at the Cholmondley show. Absolutely mint inside and out, totally original, Ziebarted and with a mere 17k completed. 2 owners Asking a very reasonable £1295 but would accept a grand apparently.
It was sssso sweet, and I'm still tempted tbh.
Starting to look like a NCP car park 'ere now. whistle: It'd be car No. 8! lol:
8............ rubschin:
please list........ :thumbsup:
7 currently, either deiven by the Growlers united, or stached away for my own personal delight. All bar Growler Jnr's are registered in my name.
2009 Vauxhall Combo crew cab SE mainly for werk and transportaion of whatever. Been generally most excellent, but the warranty is up next month, so may be moving it on before the turbo blows or summat. Need 100% reliabilty for me job.
2003 Hyundai Getz what Mts G 'drives' crashes. ::) Absolute skip of epic proprtions. evil:
2011 Hyundai i20 what G Jnr owns and lovingly cares for. cloud9: Cleaner than the day he bought it tbh, new 12 months ago. eeek:
2002 Citroen Saxo 1.4 Furio what I bought cheap last October with a view to repairing light damage and making some dosh on. Miss G pounced on it after passing her test though unfortunately, just as I'd finished getting it all nice too like. Smashed into within a week of her using it which cost over £600 to fix. Going to Uni in 3 weeks, so I'll be getting shut asap. :thumbsup:
1988 Citroen AX GT that is STILL at me mates garage having the fuel system amd exhaust changed. Basically its me track day car, modified and been used in competition quite sucessfully...sprints and hillclimbs.
1991 Fiesta Bravo. Me baby, all warm and cosy tucked up in its nest. cloud9:
2005 Fabia vRS. Can't get rid of it just because it's so awesome nippy AND economical to drive. Future classic and G Jnr has just polished it. Currently on a sorn. Doesn't get used as much as it should tbh.
1993 Metro p'raps? Seriously considering tbh, as it needs rescuing from chavs or cocks that will destroy its uniqueness and originality. rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 06, 2012, 05:48:36 PM
I have a nice bike :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 06, 2012, 05:50:18 PM
Also got a trailer and me luvlee classic 1981 400kg Eriba mobile caravan shed too! cloud9:
...and a mountain bike.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 06, 2012, 05:52:33 PM
Luv cars. lol: cloud9:
They do SSSSSSO much for you,whenever you want, and they never complain. noooo: Bit like animuls too really. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 06, 2012, 06:12:43 PM
Oh bloody 'ells bells. whistle: Just seen a really nice 02 Puma special edition for sale on me motoring forum for £1300 ono now. 8)
ALWAYS fancied one of them, and a defo future classic. cloud9:
What should I do? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 06, 2012, 06:25:18 PM
That Princess Di like a metro Gayer: Gayer: Gayer: Gayer:
Look, tits for brains, have you ever driven one? Probably not, so shut yer crack ey?
I hired one just after they were launched, and was mighty impressed at the time. Loads of space in them, and quite good fun to drive back then too.
6R4 would have been even nicer like. whistle:
I used to hire them oftenly from a place in Pimlico. Also 2CVs from Two Horse Hire cloud9:
OK then. I apologise, being the decent sport I am. cloud9:
You can still shut yer face though. evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 06, 2012, 10:49:43 PM
Ahhhhhh, btw. 2CV's. cloud9:
Yet another car to own on me wish list. :thumbsup: Drove one briefly once, and went round a roundabout on N.Brighton prom for 10 minutes trying to discover its 'turning over' point. Never did find out as i got all dizzy first like. lol: WHAT a ruddy hoot though. :thumbsup:
Anyone gorra largish barn they could rent me on the cheap like please? whistle:
Is there a name for this obvious medical condition I've seemingly got for these unstopable desires? eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on September 07, 2012, 05:34:43 AM
When there were many 2CV's on the road I doubt that there wasn't a week went by without me and me two colleagues attending one of them on fire noooo:
One other story on these, a colleague use to have one, and because of the canvas roof if he was making a site visit, as he got in the car he use to hold a metal plate on the inside of the roof while he placed the magnetic based beacon light on the top of it. He drew a few smiles from me one day when I was driving behind him and he was moving the metal plate around the roof making the light dance around the roof...Oh, and one day he submitted a hefty mileage claim, and the Resident Engineer (big cheese) told him to f**k off because the car wasn't worth that much
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 07, 2012, 05:52:20 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on September 07, 2012, 06:13:57 AM
I was on a site visit fairly close to here yesterday (http://www.beaulieu.co.uk/beaulieu-events/international-autojumble) Spotted a few early arrivals making there way down with open van loads of what looked to me like scrap iron, I'm sure they'll sell most of it though
I'd fecking love a Mini Metro... we had a MG Metro and an MG metro Turbo years back - great cars.... cloud9:
This is only a 1.0 bogo in orange though BM. whistle:
It does however benefit from added eaxtras and goodies such as a HRW, rear wash wipe, AND headrests on the front passenger seats! lol:
Got the A + series engine I noticed btw. What's the plus signify, d'ya know? confused:
No sarcy comments from other readers please, thank you. ::)
Quote
The A+ engine came on to the mini scene in 1983. It has a thicker block to box flange and is generally more robust than the standard A series. Operationally it's pretty much identical and is the same capacity. Heads/boxes are swappable.
Here are the A+ distinguishing features:
Strengthening ribs on the back of the block at the clutch end
Thicker block-gearbox flange
Dizzy clamp is a forked plate with a single bolt into the block
Dipstick sits directly in block, not in a tube, and is shorter
Verto clutch, slave on plate slanting downwards, short arm. (NOTE: The very first A+ engines had a pre-verto clutch)
Alternator bracket mounting holes are closer to the rad on the A block
'A+' stickers on rocker cover if a Metro!
NOTE : The 1275 crank fouls the inside of the gearbox casting on earlier 1960s unless the 'box came off an "S" originally. They standardised in '68 or '69.
The change over to A+ didn't occur on all parts at once. Some engines had eg: A+ block and pre-verto clutch, and some had A block/box and A+ bits bolted on. Maybe BL running down stock.
One correspondent has an A+ engine as described above, but it was the original engine from a 1981 New Zealand model 1275GT. It does not have a verto clutch, but the gearbox is the A+ type, and so is the block. It could have just been a test by Austin-Rover to see if their engine was any good before it was released in the UK in 1983.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on September 07, 2012, 06:24:27 AM
I just read all that, and the only bit I can remember is "flange"... twice redface: redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 07, 2012, 06:29:47 AM
You need to post pictures so we can help you decide... Thumbs:
Didn't take me camera with me last weekend, ruddy plank. Banghead
He lives in Munterchester, so not too far.
It just looks like a new one though.
One thing I noticed which I thought might be wrong though was the fact that it had 'flush' headlights as opposed to the sunken/reccessed ones that I thought the base model had/has? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 07, 2012, 08:37:37 AM
New rad.arrived yet btw, and what's the current state of build?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on September 07, 2012, 09:47:44 AM
New rad.arrived yet btw, and what's the current state of build?
Yes, got the new rad on Tuesday - all fitted and fettled... Thumbs:
Just walked to the village post office but me bits weren't there... noooo:
I'm waiting for a brake connector (21A654) that I seem to have mislaid... I need it to finish off the front brake lines before dropping the body back over the engine...
Meanwhile I've been working on the rear bumper (for no particular reason). Me-Mi had a round bumper on and I bought this one second hand - somebody had made a right fuck up of the mountings and I had to drill them all out yesterday. It is now soaking in a large bucket of Kerosene to get the grease and muck off it.... I'll paint the inside with anti-rust stuff and obviously give it a good polish before it goes on...
Still missing front indicators/side lights...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 07, 2012, 05:36:04 PM
New rad.arrived yet btw, and what's the current state of build?
Still missing front indicators/side lights...
Still searching at every show I go to BM.
The light/indicator unit hunt continues tomozo at Houghton Towers. Confirmed by some Mini geeks at Oulton Park that they are actually made from hens teeth you know.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 08, 2012, 07:53:27 AM
Wonder if there'll be a orange '83 mint Metro at the show tomorrow? whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 08, 2012, 07:55:12 AM
New rad.arrived yet btw, and what's the current state of build?
Still missing front indicators/side lights...
Still searching at every show I go to BM.
The light/indicator unit hunt continues tomozo at Houghton Towers. Confirmed by some Mini geeks at Oulton Park that they are actually made from hens teeth you know.
lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 08, 2012, 04:15:37 PM
Got me bits from the posty today - finished all the front brake lines.... Thumbs:
Wondering if I should go for braided (http://www.minispares.com/product/Classic/Brakes/Hoses/C-AJJ4027.aspx?0403&ReturnUrl=/shop/classic/Brakes/Hoses.aspx|Back%20to%20shop) while it is all apart like....? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 08, 2012, 04:20:53 PM
So now it won't go, but you can stop it. Progress ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 08, 2012, 04:24:26 PM
Got me bits from the posty today - finished all the front brake lines.... Thumbs:
Wondering if I should go for braided (http://www.minispares.com/product/Classic/Brakes/Hoses/C-AJJ4027.aspx?0403&ReturnUrl=/shop/classic/Brakes/Hoses.aspx|Back%20to%20shop) while it is all apart like....? rubschin:
HAS to be a yes that BM, most defo. Last longer and look bloody ace too. cloud9:
Superior heat dispersement too IIRC?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 08, 2012, 04:26:21 PM
Got me bits from the posty today - finished all the front brake lines.... Thumbs:
Wondering if I should go for braided (http://www.minispares.com/product/Classic/Brakes/Hoses/C-AJJ4027.aspx?0403&ReturnUrl=/shop/classic/Brakes/Hoses.aspx|Back%20to%20shop) while it is all apart like....? rubschin:
HAS to be a yes that BM, most defo. Last longer and look bloody ace too. cloud9:
Superior heat dispersement too IIRC?
Yes, and not 'spensive.... rubschin:
I think they basically don't swell as much as the rubber ones - so you get firmer brakes like...
Alloy 4-pots are good for heat dissipation but I want to keep the originals....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on September 08, 2012, 06:30:56 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on September 08, 2012, 07:47:19 PM
Does this help?
char067
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 08, 2012, 07:49:01 PM
cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 08, 2012, 08:00:55 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 08, 2012, 09:13:06 PM
No, don't go for the 4 pots BM, but the hoses, yes. That's not really classed as a mod as such, just a slight improvement, and can't really be seen anyway, but to those that do look, and know what they're looking at, willl think it looks well good and sweet too. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 08, 2012, 09:14:02 PM
What carbs you running btw?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 08, 2012, 11:23:06 PM
No, don't go for the 4 pots BM, but the hoses, yes. That's not really classed as a mod as such, just a slight improvement, and can't really be seen anyway, but to those that do look, and know what they're looking at, willl think it looks well good and sweet too. cloud9:
I dunno.... it will delay putting the damn engine in by another week..... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 09, 2012, 05:06:21 AM
Pizza he said ..............on another thread ,............
drumroll:
Don't encourage him.... ::)
...and he's supposed to be a 'proffesional comedian'? ::) Wasn't clever and wasn't funny either.
Got a lickle bit of cash to take with me today, you know, just in case I see summat at the show that takes me fancy like. whistle:
2x side light/ indicators too BM. Some twat must have some somewhere ffs! Banghead
I think the problem is that they were originally fairly rare but are quite fragile...
Good luck with the sales - looking forward to seeing Me-Met! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 09, 2012, 07:49:14 AM
Can't get me 'ed 'round why they would originally have been rare, as a part is/was a part when the car was in production. Can still get Mini rear lights, no probs.
Hope that piggin' Metro isn't there today, 'cus I just know what'll happen if it is.
Like a out of control kid in a free for all sweet shop I am. WHY? Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 09, 2012, 07:52:17 AM
Because you are a furry oaf?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 09, 2012, 08:08:27 AM
Wankah:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 09, 2012, 08:24:28 AM
Can't get me 'ed 'round why they would originally have been rare, as a part is/was a part when the car was in production. Can still get Mini rear lights, no probs.
Hope that piggin' Metro isn't there today, 'cus I just know what'll happen if it is.
Like a out of control kid in a free for all sweet shop I am. WHY? Shrugs:
Cos I don't think they made that many Clubmans....
And as I say, they are shite... I had four of them here and binned the lot - I couldn't make a single decent one out of them.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 09, 2012, 04:03:50 PM
These heathens wouldn't understand, but I'd have those bits in me lounge on a shelf and on top of the telly as ornaments. :thumbsup: Werks of art they are. cloud9:
Meanwhile, no 'Me Met' there, and the stalls were full of random shite. Banghead
Saw a 2nd hand front dual lense for a Wolsley 11/1300, but it was £45 and wasn't sure it was right anyway, and the ginger bearded jumper stained scruffy geezer didn't know either.
Uncle Festa now all tucked up in bed, chapter from the Haynes manual (sevo maintanence proceedure) read, cup of hot GTX, cuddled and kissed goodnight, and now fast asleep, all warm and cosy like. cloud9:
I'll admit I am a bit odd p'raps, 'cus I do actually talk to it. redface:
NEVER ever answers me back though. noooo: Sweet! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on September 09, 2012, 08:52:05 PM
These heathens wouldn't understand, but I'd have those bits in me lounge on a shelf and on top of the telly as ornaments. :thumbsup: Werks of art they are. cloud9:
Meanwhile, no 'Me Met' there, and the stalls were full of random shite. Banghead
Saw a 2nd hand front dual lense for a Wolsley 11/1300, but it was £45 and wasn't sure it was right anyway, and the ginger bearded jumper stained scruffy geezer didn't know either.
Uncle Festa now all tucked up in bed, chapter from the Haynes manual (sevo maintanence proceedure) read, cup of hot GTX, cuddled and kissed goodnight, and now fast asleep, all warm and cosy like. cloud9:
I'll admit I am a bit odd p'raps, 'cus I do actually talk to it. redface:
NEVER ever answers me back though. noooo: Sweet! :thumbsup:
Nick was there eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 09, 2012, 08:54:04 PM
evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 09, 2012, 09:26:30 PM
These heathens wouldn't understand, but I'd have those bits in me lounge on a shelf and on top of the telly as ornaments. :thumbsup: Werks of art they are. cloud9:
Meanwhile, no 'Me Met' there, and the stalls were full of random shite. Banghead
Saw a 2nd hand front dual lense for a Wolsley 11/1300, but it was £45 and wasn't sure it was right anyway, and the ginger bearded jumper stained scruffy geezer didn't know either.
Uncle Festa now all tucked up in bed, chapter from the Haynes manual (sevo maintanence proceedure) read, cup of hot GTX, cuddled and kissed goodnight, and now fast asleep, all warm and cosy like. cloud9:
I'll admit I am a bit odd p'raps, 'cus I do actually talk to it. redface:
NEVER ever answers me back though. noooo: Sweet! :thumbsup:
Nick was there eeek:
He wouldn't even know what an indicator lense IS/WAS! ::)
Ask him, and he'll problee recommend Spec Savers. lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 10, 2012, 08:43:17 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on September 10, 2012, 11:10:51 AM
lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 11, 2012, 08:14:53 AM
BM. You got a close up piccie of the front indicator/side light unit. The more I'm thinking about it, the more I'm convinced that one I saw last Sunday would have been the right one. D'ya know if it was a common part for other BL vehicles? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 11, 2012, 08:25:42 AM
BM. You got a close up piccie of the front indicator/side light unit. The more I'm thinking about it, the more I'm convinced that one I saw last Sunday would have been the right one. D'ya know if it was a common part for other BL vehicles? rubschin:
Shit. That looks mighty like the 2nd hand one I saw for the Wolsley last Sunday.
Wasn't mint mind, and it was 45 snotters.
Are they 'handed'?
Yes, right and left ones are required.
It would need to be mint for £45! I can buy new (albeit aftermarket) ones for £68 (inc VAT)...
Given how fragile they are (the screw posts snap off and the reflector splits) it might just be best to bite the bullet and get new ones eh...? rubschin:
Ship and happeth of tar and all that... lol:
BTW, just putting in the front to rear brake line - what a bugger that is! Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 11, 2012, 09:13:56 AM
Given how difficult it appears to be to get a decent 2nd hand pair, I think yer right.
If I did find some and they got broken in the post, we'd be devoed. sad32: At least with the new ones you'd have some comeback I'd have thought.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 11, 2012, 09:17:28 AM
Brake pipes ey?
My next door neighbour has just spent 1 full week changing his on his Citroen Xantia! eeek: Absolute grade A+* merit total utter TWAT of a job apparently. evil: Local garages wouldn't touch it, but he's done it.
Funny, whilst talking to him at the weekend, his missus overheard me talking about putting oily bits and bobs in the wish dosher. lol: She simply said..."don't even think about it" lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 11, 2012, 09:22:19 AM
My next door neighbour has just spent 1 full week changing his on his Citroen Xantia! eeek: Absolute grade A+* merit total utter TWAT of a job apparently. evil: Local garages wouldn't touch it, but he's done it.
Funny, whilst talking to him at the weekend, his missus overheard me talking about putting oily bits and bobs in the wish dosher. lol: She simply said..."don't even think about it" lol:
Once you get the hang of bending and forming the ends it is okay...
BUT the front to back one is so long it is difficult to hold it in place while you form the next bend... I have four more bends to go - from under the car, up the firewall, behind the steering rack and finally to a 3-way junction just below the Master Cylinder! lol:
And of course, if you fuck one up and crease the pipe it is back to stage #1
Mind you, I'm using Cunifer which is much easier to form than Copper. Thumbs:
My mate Graeme came round to help me start the Mini... we were filling up the oil and I went and fetched a funnel out of the kitchen - he was like >>> Shocked:
I popped it in the wish-dosher afters and it is like new now! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 11, 2012, 09:35:41 AM
Good man. Most excellent. :thumbsup: Firm believer in using wish doshers for car parts. Seems almost like they were invented for such purposes. lol:
Presumably you can't get a narrow enough gauge spring to shove down brake pipes for bending purposes?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on September 11, 2012, 09:45:47 AM
BUT the front to back one is so long it is difficult to hold it in place while you form the next bend... I have four more bends to go - from under the car, up the firewall, behind the steering rack and finally to a 3-way junction just below the Master Cylinder! lol:
I wouldn't have gone that way, I'd have took a left just before the steering rack, then another left at the 3-way junction like whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 11, 2012, 09:51:53 AM
BUT the front to back one is so long it is difficult to hold it in place while you form the next bend... I have four more bends to go - from under the car, up the firewall, behind the steering rack and finally to a 3-way junction just below the Master Cylinder! lol:
I wouldn't have gone that way, I'd have took a left just before the steering rack, then another left at the 3-way junction like whistle:
evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 11, 2012, 09:53:00 AM
Good man. Most excellent. :thumbsup: Firm believer in using wish doshers for car parts. Seems almost like they were invented for such purposes. lol:
Presumably you can't get a narrow enough gauge spring to shove down brake pipes for bending purposes?
No... I'm using one of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-MS129-10-Pipe-Bender/dp/B000LFVF12/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347357129&sr=8-1) tho. Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 11, 2012, 03:07:13 PM
Good man. Most excellent. :thumbsup: Firm believer in using wish doshers for car parts. Seems almost like they were invented for such purposes. lol:
Presumably you can't get a narrow enough gauge spring to shove down brake pipes for bending purposes?
No... I'm using one of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-MS129-10-Pipe-Bender/dp/B000LFVF12/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347357129&sr=8-1) tho. Thumbs:
Sweet! cloud9:
Nearly done then?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 11, 2012, 03:43:53 PM
Good man. Most excellent. :thumbsup: Firm believer in using wish doshers for car parts. Seems almost like they were invented for such purposes. lol:
Presumably you can't get a narrow enough gauge spring to shove down brake pipes for bending purposes?
No... I'm using one of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-MS129-10-Pipe-Bender/dp/B000LFVF12/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347357129&sr=8-1) tho. Thumbs:
Sweet! cloud9:
Nearly done then?
Yes, I'll take a picture tomoz! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on September 13, 2012, 12:27:38 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 16, 2012, 09:20:30 AM
Supposed to be going to another show today, fairly local at 15 miles away, but on the basis that it's in a field...a nice one granted in pleasant surroundings... and the weather forecast for up 'ere was/is crap...yet again..., I decided not to go.
It's currently nice and sunny here. eeek: Banghead cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 16, 2012, 09:35:20 AM
Do I go or do I stay? confused:
For once I almost want it to rain to confirm I actually made the right decision. eeek: Banghead
Some monster black clouds, but not a drop in sight. cussing:
Started rainin' MONSTER drops cloud9: ....for 2 minutes. Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 17, 2012, 12:49:38 PM
Engine and gearbox back in the car! Thumbs:
Joined together as nature intended! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 17, 2012, 01:32:17 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 17, 2012, 07:24:39 PM
sad32:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 17, 2012, 07:26:51 PM
Got the steering rack connected... need to fettle the brake pipes tomoz then put the wheels on and roll her out into the sunshine for some pictures!! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 17, 2012, 07:28:16 PM
You could wash it in the pool, like
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on September 17, 2012, 07:43:43 PM
I ordered a wireless and some speakers yesterday! cloud9:
Medium wave only with an 8-track player?
No... redface:
I agonised over it.... Options were: -
1) Buy an owld radio/cassette on e-bay for the classic look - but could then only listen to Greek shite - assuming they still have MW here.
2) Buy an owld radio/cassette on e-bay for the classic look - but have another system hidden away that actually played stuff - complex & spensive.
3) Buy an owd radio/cassette on e-bay with the classic look but wot has been upgraded to have an MP3 connection (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Classic-car-radio-RADIOMOBILE-1070XB-with-Ipod-MP3-lead-/130764297996?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item1e7228d70c). But still no FM available.
4) Buy a brand new system that looks like a classic radio (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Retro-Blaupunkt-Black-Style-Spindle-Classic-Car-AM-FM-Radio-Stereo-Aux-In-/310392357431?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4844d38237). Expensive and I thought the display was a bit lary.
So, in the end I bought one of these. (http://www.ebay.com/itm/230851879916?item=230851879916&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160&vxp=mtr)
I reckon it looks close to being an owld classic radio but can get FM (analog) and play digital music from a card too! Thumbs: Oh and it was the right price as well! cloud9:
And finally, for the speakers I bought a pair of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pioneer-TS-44-Car-Loudspeaker/dp/B0000C6Y2E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1348223618&sr=1-1).
OK?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 21, 2012, 10:43:22 AM
tunble:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on September 21, 2012, 11:00:38 AM
I ordered a wireless and some speakers yesterday! cloud9:
Medium wave only with an 8-track player?
No... redface:
I agonised over it.... Options were: -
1) Buy an owld radio/cassette on e-bay for the classic look - but could then only listen to Greek shite - assuming they still have MW here.
2) Buy an owld radio/cassette on e-bay for the classic look - but have another system hidden away that actually played stuff - complex & spensive.
3) Buy an owd radio/cassette on e-bay with the classic look but wot has been upgraded to have an MP3 connection (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Classic-car-radio-RADIOMOBILE-1070XB-with-Ipod-MP3-lead-/130764297996?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item1e7228d70c). But still no FM available.
4) Buy a brand new system that looks like a classic radio (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Retro-Blaupunkt-Black-Style-Spindle-Classic-Car-AM-FM-Radio-Stereo-Aux-In-/310392357431?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4844d38237). Expensive and I thought the display was a bit lary.
So, in the end I bought one of these. (http://www.ebay.com/itm/230851879916?item=230851879916&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160&vxp=mtr)
I reckon it looks close to being an owld classic radio but can get FM (analog) and play digital music from a card too! Thumbs: Oh and it was the right price as well! cloud9:
And finally, for the speakers I bought a pair of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pioneer-TS-44-Car-Loudspeaker/dp/B0000C6Y2E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1348223618&sr=1-1).
OK?
I assume that the brand name 'Pyle' has different connotations in the USA?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 21, 2012, 11:01:53 AM
I ordered a wireless and some speakers yesterday! cloud9:
Medium wave only with an 8-track player?
No... redface:
I agonised over it.... Options were: -
1) Buy an owld radio/cassette on e-bay for the classic look - but could then only listen to Greek shite - assuming they still have MW here.
2) Buy an owld radio/cassette on e-bay for the classic look - but have another system hidden away that actually played stuff - complex & spensive.
3) Buy an owd radio/cassette on e-bay with the classic look but wot has been upgraded to have an MP3 connection (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Classic-car-radio-RADIOMOBILE-1070XB-with-Ipod-MP3-lead-/130764297996?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item1e7228d70c). But still no FM available.
4) Buy a brand new system that looks like a classic radio (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Retro-Blaupunkt-Black-Style-Spindle-Classic-Car-AM-FM-Radio-Stereo-Aux-In-/310392357431?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4844d38237). Expensive and I thought the display was a bit lary.
So, in the end I bought one of these. (http://www.ebay.com/itm/230851879916?item=230851879916&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME:L:OC:GB:3160&vxp=mtr)
I reckon it looks close to being an owld classic radio but can get FM (analog) and play digital music from a card too! Thumbs: Oh and it was the right price as well! cloud9:
And finally, for the speakers I bought a pair of these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pioneer-TS-44-Car-Loudspeaker/dp/B0000C6Y2E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1348223618&sr=1-1).
OK?
I assume that the brand name 'Pyle' has different connotations in the USA?
doh:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on September 21, 2012, 03:24:00 PM
None of the Minis I ever owned had a radio ..... or the space to put one unless you slung it on brackets under the passenger side of the dash. rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 21, 2012, 03:34:01 PM
My dad's first car was so basic he had to install his own heater eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 21, 2012, 04:02:32 PM
None of the Minis I ever owned had a radio ..... or the space to put one unless you slung it on brackets under the passenger side of the dash. rubschin:
Correct - I've gotten me one of these (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=196&products_id=4690) to mount it under the passenger side dash! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on September 21, 2012, 04:33:36 PM
My dad's first car was so basic he had to install his own heater eeek:
A heater was still optional in many post-war cars as I recall. Many heaters were quite primitive, I remember the early Morris Minor had a thing like a round biscuit tin that sat on the bulkhead above the transmission tunnel and blew tepid air just over your feet.
Sorry BM: [serious] [/serious]
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on September 21, 2012, 04:35:57 PM
None of the Minis I ever owned had a radio ..... or the space to put one unless you slung it on brackets under the passenger side of the dash. rubschin:
Correct - I've gotten me one of these (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=196&products_id=4690) to mount it under the passenger side dash! Thumbs:
Excellent ~ that'll bark a few shins ....... LL will be thrilled. noooo:
Oh and just to be pedantic ..... "Gotten" is a bit 'Merkin don't you think?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 21, 2012, 04:37:10 PM
None of the Minis I ever owned had a radio ..... or the space to put one unless you slung it on brackets under the passenger side of the dash. rubschin:
Correct - I've gotten me one of these (http://www.somerfordmini.co.uk/eshop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=196&products_id=4690) to mount it under the passenger side dash! Thumbs:
Excellent ~ that'll bark a few shins ....... LL will be thrilled. noooo:
Oh and just to be pedantic ..... "Gotten" is a bit 'Merkin don't you think?
Shins you say? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on September 21, 2012, 04:38:49 PM
It had orange trafficators, as TMR rightly pointed out cloud9:
whistle:
It is rare that I find myself defending one of Nick's assertions, but I do recall some Fords of that era had flashing orange (or ginger) ears for indicators rather than pop-out trafficators.
Rather like: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.guim.co.uk%2Fsys-images%2FGuardian%2FPix%2Fmaps_and_graphs%2F2010%2F7%2F16%2F1279279944060%2FDoctor-Who-gold-Dalek-006.jpg&hash=6021531dfe84ac9348345b44c16ba4c44f8bf56d)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on September 21, 2012, 07:53:58 PM
YEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSS cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 21, 2012, 08:38:45 PM
My Dad's had trafficators...
My sister and I sat in the back and had to whack the relevant side of the car to make them pop out...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on September 27, 2012, 11:59:37 AM
Arse! cussing:
The air filter won't fit with the Stage 1 Kit manifold! sad24:
Have to use the K & N Cone filter and sub-stack instead... evil:
Only to discover that you can't fit the 5/16" UNF x 2" bolt that holds it to the gearbox casing with the exhaust manifold in place! Banghead
So it all has to come off again, carb, inlet manifold and exhaust manifold.... sad24:
The joys of car re-assembling ey geezer. noooo: Think we've all been there at some stage of our lives....apart from the ginger one of course...he just breaks everythink. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 08, 2012, 10:23:13 AM
Only to discover that you can't fit the 5/16" UNF x 2" bolt that holds it to the gearbox casing with the exhaust manifold in place! Banghead
So it all has to come off again, carb, inlet manifold and exhaust manifold.... sad24:
The joys of car re-assembling ey geezer. noooo: Think we've all been there at some stage of our lives....apart from the ginger one of course...he just breaks everythink. ::)
Indeed...
Just trying to get the bastard roll-pin in now.... Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on October 08, 2012, 07:07:47 PM
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 09, 2012, 12:12:20 PM
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on October 09, 2012, 12:18:19 PM
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Attaboy! happ096 I wuz getting worried like Gayer:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 09, 2012, 12:39:37 PM
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Attaboy! happ096 I wuz getting worried like Gayer:
I haven't made the bed for two weeks... redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Snoopy on October 09, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Attaboy! happ096 I wuz getting worried like Gayer:
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Attaboy! happ096 I wuz getting worried like Gayer:
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Attaboy! happ096 I wuz getting worried like Gayer:
Garage looks a tad fuller than in the For Sale Pics rubschin:
lol: lol: lol:
That was all piled up behind me when I took the other pictures.... whistle:
Oh! So all the beds aren't permanently made, floors aren't always polished to a high sheen, cushions aren't always plumped up and perfectly placed and the garden isn't always clear of dog & cat shit then?
Don't think I want to buy it now or if I do I want to knock £50k off the asking price noooo:
Seriously the estate agents we have employed seem to think people, even those with three kids and a dog, can maintain that show home look forever and are amazed if we complain that they phone to give us 5 minutes notice of a viewing. cussing:
Certainly not while LL is in the UK.... redface:
Attaboy! happ096 I wuz getting worried like Gayer:
I'm making some brake pipes up. Master cylinder >>> servo and servo >>> 3-way union...
I don't really want to fit the servo at the moment tho as it takes up most of the engine bay...
So I'll put that aside until I get the loom in and continue with the insulation...
Should get the new manifold early next week then that can go on, fix the exhaust (hangers already fitted) and fire her up again....
'Kin piggin' marvellous! :thumbsup:
What's 'appenin' today then doctor? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 17, 2012, 11:54:41 AM
I am glueing more insulation/sound proofing into the car... Thumbs:
The great smell of high temperature Evo-Stick... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.freesmileys.org%2Fsmileys%2Fsmiley-confused009.gif&hash=1d8148bd6326a09f516ecbef4ed3da8ceb838ef3) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on October 17, 2012, 12:32:44 PM
I am glueing more insulation/sound proofing into the car... Thumbs:
The great smell of high temperature Evo-Stick... (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.freesmileys.org%2Fsmileys%2Fsmiley-confused009.gif&hash=1d8148bd6326a09f516ecbef4ed3da8ceb838ef3) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
lol: lol:
OYPH
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 18, 2012, 06:41:23 PM
New loom arrived today and partially installed....
Petrol tank fitted and connected...
If I can finish the loom tomorrer (and get a battery) I could start her up on the key! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 18, 2012, 06:57:34 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 10, 2012, 01:01:00 PM
I got the tools to clock it.........let me know when you are next this way.......... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Uncle Mort on November 10, 2012, 01:09:05 PM
nonono:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 01:37:03 PM
Really dunno why your bothering tbqath. noooo:
It's an old car, regardless of condition, so the mileage showing on the clock is almost irrelevant now. Only 100,000 mile clock on it anyway, so whose to say it hasn't already been 'round the clock in the past?
IF your planning on selling it in the near future, then a potential buyer will be far more impressed by its condition than what the milo' is saying....unless you were cionsidering stating that the 5,000 miles showing is genuine of course. eeek: eeek:
Just my opinions of course. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 10, 2012, 02:00:49 PM
It's an old car, regardless of condition, so the mileage showing on the clock is almost irrelevant now. Only 100,000 mile clock on it anyway, so whose to say it hasn't already been 'round the clock in the past?
IF your planning on selling it in the near future, then a potential buyer will be far more impressed by its condition than what the milo' is saying....unless you were cionsidering stating that the 5,000 miles showing is genuine of course. eeek: eeek:
Just my opinions of course. whistle:
I'm sure it has been around at least once! lol:
I just thought while it was apart it would be fun to set it back to zero...
When I looked at it I had visions of a loud 'PING' and crawling around the kitchen floor looking for the parts... noooo:
Anyhooo.... did you like the pictures...? Whit til you see it now like! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 05:27:56 PM
Have you lined the whole interior with that silver finished sound deadening material then?
Vaugley remember talking about that a few months ago.
Looking good man. :thumbsup:
I WAS going to take my The Beast out for its final show of the year tomozo (Uttoxeter), but the forecast is for quite a heavy frost tonight, so that means JOM and his merry nationwide men will be chucking tin worm seeds down everywhere. evil: Banghead
Not bothering now, as even if the roads are dry, salt 'dust' is going to get into every tiny little nook, cranny and crevice underneath it, and quietly nibble away. evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 10, 2012, 06:14:07 PM
It's an old car, regardless of condition, so the mileage showing on the clock is almost irrelevant now. Only 100,000 mile clock on it anyway, so whose to say it hasn't already been 'round the clock in the past?
IF your planning on selling it in the near future, then a potential buyer will be far more impressed by its condition than what the milo' is saying....unless you were cionsidering stating that the 5,000 miles showing is genuine of course. eeek: eeek:
Just my opinions of course. whistle:
Not sure if this should be in confessions .............but years ago I was one of the 1st people able to change the then new digital speedos (no savile jokes) ..........only for breakers yards and new engines of course .......... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 06:38:42 PM
Doesn't completely work on todays motors, as the true mileage is stored on the ECU, as my mate showed me when he was sevicing my car with the VAG com. True mileage was actually about 250 miles lower than the milo' was displaying.
Some clocked motors simply revert back to the true mileage when you turn the ignition on apparently.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 10, 2012, 06:54:24 PM
Doesn't completely work on todays motors, as the true mileage is stored on the ECU, as my mate showed me when he was sevicing my car with the VAG com. True mileage was actually about 250 miles lower than the milo' was displaying.
Some clocked motors simply revert back to the true mileage when you turn the ignition on apparently.
Merc started that first but the clockers used to go tho the ecu ,,,,,,,,,,,on the older 3 series a lynx cap fitted on the ecu exactly ...........so I am told ......... whistle:
or de-solder the chip from the board ....... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 07:05:56 PM
Doesn't completely work on todays motors, as the true mileage is stored on the ECU, as my mate showed me when he was sevicing my car with the VAG com. True mileage was actually about 250 miles lower than the milo' was displaying.
Some clocked motors simply revert back to the true mileage when you turn the ignition on apparently.
Merc started that first but the clockers used to go tho the ecu ,,,,,,,,,,,on the older 3 series a lynx cap fitted on the ecu exactly ...........so I am told ......... whistle:
or de-solder the chip from the board ....... :thumbsup:
Well you see, you got me there now, 'cus I'm squeaky clean, honest guv. :thumbsup:
Actually never ceases to amaze me the number of times you still hear about traders/garages getting prosecuted for clocking mileages. eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 07:12:35 PM
I have a lickle confession to make actually on this subject.
Every tiime I go up 'me 'ill cloud9:, I let the car drift slowly out of the car park and downhill 2+ miles to the main road with the ignition turned off. Always start her up before moving to get a bit of pressure in the servo in case I need to brake (rarely), and the steering isn't actually that heavy without the assistance.
Must have collectively not registered about 1000 miles over the years.... eeek: just werked that out! eeek:
rubschin: 2+ tanks of fuel too! £100+!! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 10, 2012, 07:17:32 PM
My van has 211,000 plus on it ........still going strong ........barring punctures..... evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 07:37:55 PM
My van has 211,000 plus on it ........still going strong ........barring punctures..... evil:
Make/model?
Bet it's a Jap? rubschin:
Still haven't got a spare for me van following this weeks theft, bastards. I will not be best pleased if I get a puncture. noooo:
mitsubishi space wagon (van ) old n battered ,,,,,,,,,,but does the job ......not sure of the year but prob early 90s ...........
Just the jobbie matey, just the jobbie. No worries about car park dents and scratches then. :thumbsup:
Actually makes a massive amount of financial sense having an owld trustworthy cheap banger instead of worrying yerself sick about some flash shiny new hugely expensive piece of future unreliable shite.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 10, 2012, 07:55:58 PM
My van has 211,000 plus on it ........still going strong ........barring punctures..... evil:
Make/model?
Bet it's a Jap? rubschin:
Still haven't got a spare for me van following this weeks theft, bastards. I will not be best pleased if I get a puncture. noooo:
mitsubishi space wagon (van ) old n battered ,,,,,,,,,,but does the job ......not sure of the year but prob early 90s ...........
Just the jobbie matey, just the jobbie. No worries about car park dents and scratches then. :thumbsup:
Actually makes a massive amount of financial sense having an owld trustworthy cheap banger instead of worrying yerself sick about some flash shiny new hugely expensive piece of future unreliable shite.
It got TWO washes this year ........... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 10, 2012, 08:05:11 PM
My van has 211,000 plus on it ........still going strong ........barring punctures..... evil:
Make/model?
Bet it's a Jap? rubschin:
Still haven't got a spare for me van following this weeks theft, bastards. I will not be best pleased if I get a puncture. noooo:
mitsubishi space wagon (van ) old n battered ,,,,,,,,,,but does the job ......not sure of the year but prob early 90s ...........
Just the jobbie matey, just the jobbie. No worries about car park dents and scratches then. :thumbsup:
Actually makes a massive amount of financial sense having an owld trustworthy cheap banger instead of worrying yerself sick about some flash shiny new hugely expensive piece of future unreliable shite.
It got TWO washes this year ........... :thumbsup:
You've had rain twice then? eeek: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 11, 2012, 05:39:28 AM
Have you lined the whole interior with that silver finished sound deadening material then?
Vaugley remember talking about that a few months ago.
Looking good man. :thumbsup:
I WAS going to take my The Beast out for its final show of the year tomozo (Uttoxeter), but the forecast is for quite a heavy frost tonight, so that means JOM and his merry nationwide men will be chucking tin worm seeds down everywhere. evil: Banghead
Not bothering now, as even if the roads are dry, salt 'dust' is going to get into every tiny little nook, cranny and crevice underneath it, and quietly nibble away. evil:
Yes, I've completely lined it with this stuff.... (http://www.lobucrod.com/)
It should keep the heat down and also help with the sound insulation too - I've bonded it with high temperature contact adhesive and sealed it with aluminium tape...
It is a closed cell product so won't hold moisture if it ever got wet (not that I am ever planning to take it out in the rain!).
Took a good week to cut it and put it all in - worth it though I think...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 11, 2012, 09:56:59 AM
Going out to take me 'shed on wheels' to me mates bodyshop this morning with a view to having it re-sprayed in two tone blue and silver to match 'The Beast' which I've managed to find a tow bar for for a fiver on the Bed of Fleas. :thumbsup:
They're going to look SSSSSSO sweet together. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 11, 2012, 01:43:03 PM
It werks! Shocked:
Put the battery in...
Sidelights - check Headlights - check Indicators - check Radio - check Horn - check Turn the key - and the engine turns over!
Put some petrol in the tank tomorrer and start her on the key for the first time! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on November 11, 2012, 01:59:13 PM
Sidelights - check Headlights - check Indicators - check Radio - check Horn - check Turn the key - and the engine turns over!
Put some petrol in the tank tomorrer and start her on the key for the first time! Thumbs:
Well done that BM man! happ096
I can hear the engine already running in me 'ed I can. Such a distictive tone. cloud9:
What 'zorst' are you running it on?
Meanwhile, 'The Beast' hadn't seen me for 7 weeks, and it started 1st time! eeek: cloud9: Caravan had a nearly flat tyre though. ::)
My mate and his mates were all over it in luving excitement when I pulled up with it. cloud9: It's going to look so sweet hooked up in the same colour scheme with it's new bessy mate, Uncle Festa. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 11, 2012, 02:10:04 PM
Sidelights - check Headlights - check Indicators - check Radio - check Horn - check Turn the key - and the engine turns over!
Put some petrol in the tank tomorrer and start her on the key for the first time! Thumbs:
Well done that BM man! happ096
I can hear the engine already running in me 'ed I can. Such a distictive tone. cloud9:
What 'zorst' are you running it on?
Meanwhile, 'The Beast' hadn't seen me for 7 weeks, and it started 1st time! eeek: cloud9: Caravan had a nearly flat tyre though. ::)
My mate and his mates were all over it in luving excitement when I pulled up with it. cloud9: It's going to look so sweet hooked up in the same colour scheme with it's new bessy mate, Uncle Festa. cloud9:
I've got one of these (http://www.maniflow.co.uk/index.php?view=product&from=156&product=1088) feeding one of these (http://www.maniflow.co.uk/index.php?view=product&from=158&product=1130)! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 16, 2012, 01:01:22 PM
Put some petrol in the tank today and started her on the key for the first time - sweet! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 16, 2012, 01:04:04 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on November 29, 2012, 09:04:51 AM
Aways wondered what the real name of a lamp post was . . . . .
Stanton were the first concrete lamp column manufacturer that came to mind redface:
Plenty of fascinating reading here (http://www.allthingslighting.co.uk/viewforum.php?f=46) whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on November 29, 2012, 08:26:56 PM
I just stripped a bastard thread off the front suspension lower arm shaft! cussing:
You do know that foot-pounds and Newton-metres on your torque wrench are different don't you. whistle:
Bastard! lol: lol: lol:
I hadn't even got the torque wrench on it (although that was the object of the exercise).... It must have just been fucked (to use a technical term), it was an original part of the car so 40 year old now... noooo:
Hopefully, I'll be in better condition when I reach 40... whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Miss Demeanour on January 15, 2013, 01:29:30 PM
How many days til that then ? whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on January 15, 2013, 01:37:19 PM
Staggering, both in condition and price (valuation in his opinion)
Don't remember BL doing them in that colour though, even though he claims it's original...."The colour Marigold is origional"
Crazy price....... Shocked:
You could get two of these for that much (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2281569/Morris-Mini-Minor-saloon-sale-One-oldest-surviving-Minis-world-left-rusting-barn-set-fetch-10-000.html)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on February 20, 2013, 07:29:43 PM
Staggering, both in condition and price (valuation in his opinion)
Don't remember BL doing them in that colour though, even though he claims it's original...."The colour Marigold is origional"
Crazy price....... Shocked:
You could get two of these for that much (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2281569/Morris-Mini-Minor-saloon-sale-One-oldest-surviving-Minis-world-left-rusting-barn-set-fetch-10-000.html)
...and spend more than twice the amount again restoring it. No thanks
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on February 22, 2013, 05:22:48 PM
I can report the mini is looking good ................ :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on February 22, 2013, 05:41:03 PM
Apey and I first met at the Classic car club - they were having an event thing where you had to drive around a course, reverse, all sorts of things....
... but the bizarre thing was that you had to stop and throw tennis balls into a bucket...
...neither of us could see what that had to do with classic cars or driving skills... Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 08, 2013, 02:25:57 PM
I just drove MeMi! Party001:
no front windscreen... or doors... or bonnet... or rear windows... or seat belts.... redface:
But she went like a dream! cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 08, 2013, 02:28:09 PM
Excellent news anyway. Well done that man. :thumbsup:
Oh yes... cloud9:
The only time the peelers turn up is if one of the expats complains about the youngsters zooming around the village on their mopeds with no crash helmet, loud exhaust, etc... ::)
They invariably nick an expat for some minor infringement of motorbike roolz... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 09, 2013, 08:58:36 AM
Excellent news anyway. Well done that man. :thumbsup:
Oh yes... cloud9:
The only time the peelers turn up is if one of the expats complains about the youngsters zooming around the village on their mopeds with no crash helmet, loud exhaust, etc... ::)
They invariably nick an expat for some minor infringement of motorbike roolz... lol:
Yeah they complain about the kids on chicken chasers .............then drive home bladdered ...... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 09, 2013, 09:09:23 AM
Excellent news anyway. Well done that man. :thumbsup:
Oh yes... cloud9:
The only time the peelers turn up is if one of the expats complains about the youngsters zooming around the village on their mopeds with no crash helmet, loud exhaust, etc... ::)
They invariably nick an expat for some minor infringement of motorbike roolz... lol:
Yeah they complain about the kids on chicken chasers .............then drive home bladdered ...... rubschin:
redface:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 14, 2013, 04:15:52 PM
Door on! (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs1.postimage.org%2F60joonei3%2FDSCN0521.jpg&hash=318a6d688c6b489dd7c384e193c7b0f93c3428b8) (http://postimage.org/image/60joonei3/) (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs12.postimage.org%2Fpvpzme5qx%2FDSCN0522.jpg&hash=f273728b298c7a793c5dc801187a93f153e9314c) (http://postimage.org/image/pvpzme5qx/)
Perfick fit! Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on March 14, 2013, 06:32:27 PM
But a rear wheel drive 'Busa engined one Drool: Drool: Drool:
Gayer:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on March 21, 2013, 09:24:51 AM
But a rear wheel drive 'Busa engined one Drool: Drool: Drool:
Gayer:
Beg to differ PooPoo - rear drive is way more fun to drive. No chronic understeer, no torque steer just better all round.
Would make a cracking "drifter" I reckon cloud9:
Wouldn't really be a Mini then though would it...? ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on March 21, 2013, 10:17:38 AM
But a rear wheel drive 'Busa engined one Drool: Drool: Drool:
Gayer:
Beg to differ PooPoo - rear drive is way more fun to drive. No chronic understeer, no torque steer just better all round.
Would make a cracking "drifter" I reckon cloud9:
Wouldn't really be a Mini then though would it...? ::)
Equally, if you stuff any kind of bike motor in to it, it's not really a mini is it?
In my book, unless what you're after is a restoration, then if it looks like a duck, walks like a duck and makes quacking noises, the it probably is a duck but I wouldn't need a DNA test to prove it's "really" a duck. (Wanders off in search of a comfy padded cell . . . . )
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 21, 2013, 10:33:11 AM
But a rear wheel drive 'Busa engined one Drool: Drool: Drool:
Gayer:
Beg to differ PooPoo - rear drive is way more fun to drive. No chronic understeer, no torque steer just better all round.
Would make a cracking "drifter" I reckon cloud9:
Wouldn't really be a Mini then though would it...? ::)
Equally, if you stuff any kind of bike motor in to it, it's not really a mini is it?
In my book, unless what you're after is a restoration, then if it looks like a duck, walks like a duck and makes quacking noises, the it probably is a duck but I wouldn't need a DNA test to prove it's "really" a duck. (Wanders off in search of a comfy padded cell . . . . )
Except that the R1 conversion (front fitted) retains both subframes, suspension, etc....
The Z-Car (rear fitting) removes the whole of the rear of the car, subframe, suspension, floor pan, etc. and the front has to be completely changed as the engine/gearbox are missing...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 21, 2013, 12:50:53 PM
Windscreen fitted! Party001:
Feck moi - what a job like... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 21, 2013, 12:52:25 PM
Do you remember all that you don't need to take the engine out to change the clutch rubbish?
Just about possible but much much slower
I'll post some more pictures on that link later...
I basically took the whole thing apart (every last nut, bolt and screw) and am putting it all back together again....
Good plan. I guess you had the time and space (and patience and ability and fast regrowing knuckles) I was dragged up on Cortinas which are doddles to work on, there's just sod all space on a Mini.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 29, 2013, 08:52:15 PM
Do you remember all that you don't need to take the engine out to change the clutch rubbish?
Just about possible but much much slower
I'll post some more pictures on that link later...
I basically took the whole thing apart (every last nut, bolt and screw) and am putting it all back together again....
Good plan. I guess you had the time and space (and patience and ability and fast regrowing knuckles) I was dragged up on Cortinas which are doddles to work on, there's just sod all space on a Mini.
I only chose the Mini as I had space in the garage for it.... redface:
What a nightmare.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Steve on March 29, 2013, 09:13:40 PM
You put a car in your garage? eeek:
Traitor to your gender.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 30, 2013, 06:27:10 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on April 06, 2013, 11:31:17 AM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on April 06, 2013, 11:34:02 AM
Get those GT side stickers on to complete the immediate visual effect. :thumbsup:
Most of us in here are mighty proud for you, to have seen all the long months of trials and tribulations, sweat blood and tears and mighty EFFORT you've put into this.
WELL DONE BARMAN!! happ096 cloud9:
iIF you were a real tart, I'd come over and give yous a great big snog, but you're not, so a man 'ug will have to suffice. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on April 06, 2013, 11:37:40 AM
Get those GT side stickers on to complete the immediate visual effect. :thumbsup:
Most of us in here are mighty proud for you, to have seen all the long months of trials and tribulations, sweat blood and tears and mighty EFFORT you've put into this.
WELL DONE BARMAN!! happ096 cloud9:
iIF you were a real tart, I'd come over and give yous a great big snog, but you're not, so a man 'ug will have to suffice. cloud9:
I was thinking flames up sides........ rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on April 06, 2013, 11:39:45 AM
We need some video and audio on this. Thumbs: I want to hear that sweet familiar instantly recognisable sound of the A series. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Steve on April 06, 2013, 11:49:08 AM
Next step fluffy dice and "Wayne" and "Jade" emblazoned on the windscreen?
Get those GT side stickers on to complete the immediate visual effect. :thumbsup:
Most of us in here are mighty proud for you, to have seen all the long months of trials and tribulations, sweat blood and tears and mighty EFFORT you've put into this.
WELL DONE BARMAN!! happ096 cloud9:
iIF you were a real tart, I'd come over and give yous a great big snog, but you're not, so a man 'ug will have to suffice. cloud9:
I'm gonna order the 'GT' stripes next week... she will have a compound polish before they go on though... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on April 06, 2013, 08:08:37 PM
Excellent! That's gonna turn a few heads :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 07, 2013, 05:22:39 AM
Excellent! That's gonna turn a few heads :thumbsup:
I see what you did there! Thumbs:
I didn't, but there again, I'm a clean living owld Bear. angel1
True though, you will have sheeple stopping in their stride, gobs wide open, gawping at it, exclaiming "I used to have one of those, wow! cloud9:
I get it all the time in The Beast. gets a bit embarrasing sometimes though tbh. redface:
The problem I find so far is...
99% of the time I mention MeMi their immediate reaction is "Oh I used to have a Mini and blah, blah, fucking blah..." ten minutes telling me about some owld shite Mini they owned for six months thirty years ago - no interest in MeMi at all... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on April 07, 2013, 10:30:51 AM
Excellent! That's gonna turn a few heads :thumbsup:
I see what you did there! Thumbs:
I didn't, but there again, I'm a clean living owld Bear. angel1
True though, you will have sheeple stopping in their stride, gobs wide open, gawping at it, exclaiming "I used to have one of those, wow! cloud9:
I get it all the time in The Beast. gets a bit embarrasing sometimes though tbh. redface:
The problem I find so far is...
99% of the time I mention MeMi their immediate reaction is "Oh I used to have a Mini and blah, blah, fucking blah..." ten minutes telling me about some owld shite Mini they owned for six months thirty years ago - no interest in MeMi at all... noooo:
Indeed. the conversation can be a tad repetative and boring, I'll grant you that, but JUST WAIT 'til the gerlies pull up alongside you at the traffic lights....you do have them out there, don't you?.... lol:, and wind their window down to make complimenting 'small talk' with you. cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 07, 2013, 10:31:49 AM
Excellent! That's gonna turn a few heads :thumbsup:
I see what you did there! Thumbs:
I didn't, but there again, I'm a clean living owld Bear. angel1
True though, you will have sheeple stopping in their stride, gobs wide open, gawping at it, exclaiming "I used to have one of those, wow! cloud9:
I get it all the time in The Beast. gets a bit embarrasing sometimes though tbh. redface:
The problem I find so far is...
99% of the time I mention MeMi their immediate reaction is "Oh I used to have a Mini and blah, blah, fucking blah..." ten minutes telling me about some owld shite Mini they owned for six months thirty years ago - no interest in MeMi at all... noooo:
Indeed. the conversation can be a tad repetative and boring, I'll grant you that, but JUST WAIT 'til the gerlies pull up alongside you at the traffic lights....you do have them out there, don't you?.... lol:, and wind their window down to make complimenting 'small talk' with you. cloud9:
rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on April 07, 2013, 10:36:02 AM
About 'MeMi' you numbskull, not about YOU! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 07, 2013, 10:40:29 AM
She looks fantastic... happ096. fluffy is right in what he says you must be really proud of your achievement you must get a cloud9: every time look at her... better than going out buying something anyone else can she's unique... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on April 07, 2013, 07:06:24 PM
I'm over in May...I'll give it a blue light run on the A6... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Pirate on April 07, 2013, 07:13:22 PM
and up Troodos...
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on April 07, 2013, 08:38:22 PM
Hae you had to buy a whole grille to purchase the center section eeek: , or is that yours now completed? Did the GT badge come seperate?
No! It is actually an sticker! I got it from here... (http://martincull.create.net/)
So, I've just cleaned the whole thing up, removed the original badge (which was badly faded if you look at the old pictures) and stuck the new one on...
The GT badge is new... car didn't have one when I got it...
Had a bastard with that yesterday - it has two 'posts' on the back but you can't buy the clips that hold it on any more...
So, I cut an M3 thread on the first one and planned to bolt it on... but the second one sheared off... Banghead
So I had to glue it instead...
Looks good tho eh? Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on April 24, 2013, 08:04:20 AM
Mmmmmmmm. rubschin:
I'm struggling to understand how the center badge can be made into a flat sticker and then hold itself onto the uneven surface of the grille.
Sussed it now, no worries.
So that grille pictured up there^^^ IS actually THE one?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on April 24, 2013, 08:27:03 AM
Talking about trim parts, I had to repair a metallic blue/grey inner door handle on a 2 year od Astra GTC on Monday. The cussie 'claimed' the main stealer service dept had put a scratch on it and wanted it sorting. They denied it (and I believe them too tbh)
Anyway, the handle came off with a bit of a struggle, and I noticed it jhad a center insert in it.
Now the service manager claimed the handle was not available as a seperate part and therfore, if I didn't repaair it, it was going to have to be a whole new door panel for £200.
As the handle was only held in with screws, I doubted all this, so went to parts dept to check....and it was true! Shocked: The undamaged insert was available though. ::)
Fixed it anyway, but the service manager still kicked off when I presented him with an invoice for a mere 50 snotters.
"HOW MUCH?"
"Tell you wha' matey, get a new door card next time" Finger:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on April 24, 2013, 08:41:08 AM
Shows the blood when you have incidents with stroppy pedestrians and all that road dust means it'll look filthy 24 hours after a wash
There's a lot to be said for coloured cars
It was originally white so I wanted to keep it like that....
Also, white is a good colour for very ot places like Cyprus.....
The real great thing about the Mini is that it is so... well... mini that you can wipe all the blood and dust off with a Kleenex in a couple of minutes.... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Steve on May 08, 2013, 07:26:40 PM
Ah solar reflectivity eh.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on May 08, 2013, 07:30:06 PM
They are already printed. I thought you just needed a set "to make it look legal" while on your test drive.
No you mong.... doh:
Thass why I said "to match my car like?" ::)
I need HF 408 as it is 40 years old - a newer six-digit set will look a bit odd... noooo:
Thanks for the offer anyway.... Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 09, 2013, 01:22:34 PM
VERY disappointed with you BM, very disappointed. noooo:
145 pages of undying support for you, and you go and spoil the lot by adorning poor MeMi cloud9: sad32: with some cheap and nasty chav shite tat. Beggars belief, it really does. Shrugs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 09, 2013, 01:30:14 PM
VERY disappointed with you BM, very disappointed. noooo:
145 pages of undying support for you, and you go and spoil the lot by adorning poor MeMi cloud9: sad32: with some cheap and nasty chav shite tat. Beggars belief, it really does. Shrugs:
Oh ell, you can't win them all eh....? ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on May 09, 2013, 01:33:26 PM
VERY disappointed with you BM, very disappointed. noooo:
145 pages of undying support for you, and you go and spoil the lot by adorning poor MeMi cloud9: sad32: with some cheap and nasty chav shite tat. Beggars belief, it really does. Shrugs:
Oi you're not talking about me are you........ evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 09, 2013, 01:35:44 PM
VERY disappointed with you BM, very disappointed. noooo:
145 pages of undying support for you, and you go and spoil the lot by adorning poor MeMi cloud9: sad32: with some cheap and nasty chav shite tat. Beggars belief, it really does. Shrugs:
Oi you're not talking about me are you........ evil:
Think you'll possibly find a clue in the first line of my post you great steaming nugget brained plank. whistle:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on May 09, 2013, 04:08:29 PM
VERY disappointed with you BM, very disappointed. noooo:
145 pages of undying support for you, and you go and spoil the lot by adorning poor MeMi cloud9: sad32: with some cheap and nasty chav shite tat. Beggars belief, it really does. Shrugs:
Oi you're not talking about me are you........ evil:
Think you'll possibly find a clue in the first line of my post you great steaming nugget brained plank. whistle:
I think he meant the 'cheap and nasty chav' bit. Your reply should have been 'Yes'
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on May 09, 2013, 04:10:00 PM
VERY disappointed with you BM, very disappointed. noooo:
145 pages of undying support for you, and you go and spoil the lot by adorning poor MeMi cloud9: sad32: with some cheap and nasty chav shite tat. Beggars belief, it really does. Shrugs:
Oi you're not talking about me are you........ evil:
Think you'll possibly find a clue in the first line of my post you great steaming nugget brained plank. whistle:
I think he meant the 'cheap and nasty chav' bit. Your reply should have been 'Yes'
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 09, 2013, 04:26:51 PM
My poor thread.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 09, 2013, 05:18:39 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: GROWLER on May 09, 2013, 07:49:35 PM
I give up. Shrugs:
How old are you again? rubschin:
We BOTH agreed, many many many pages ago, that absolutely bogo standard as it came out of the box was/is the best and only way to own a classic car, so what went wrong in yer 'ed then? D'ya need a electrician to check for a blowed fuse or summat ey? ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 09, 2013, 07:52:03 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 17, 2013, 12:55:40 PM
Got MeMi insured! cloud9:
Mind you, €220 third party! Shocked:
Partly cos it is not MoT'd or registered in my name... redface: I can get it down when I have the paperwork sorted and register it as a classic.... Thumbs:
Just bled the clutch and set up the adjustable shockers... supposed to be 10 on the front and 8 on the back.... i had them all set to 0... no wonder the ride was firm! lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 20, 2013, 09:58:49 AM
Off to fix a hydraulic fluid leak in the braking system.... evil:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on May 20, 2013, 10:03:36 AM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on May 25, 2013, 12:38:55 PM
His shins you say? (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs8.postimg.org%2F63wgqe4up%2Fdownload.jpg&hash=c28fbc4198ec56f247de3f209cc95ac470dba2ac) (http://postimg.org/image/63wgqe4up/)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on May 25, 2013, 01:00:12 PM
I rebuilt and re-painted the Master Cylinder but somehow overlooked the fact that the hole at the end of the piston (that connects to the pedal) had worn into a slot (see pic)... Banghead
Of course, because I was on the vinegar stroke I ignored it and put it all back together... redface:
Anyhooo... it makes a huge difference... the clutch will only disengage if I take the carpet out.... It needs just that little bit more travel....
So I found a second-hand replacement piston and have a new re-build kit arriving on Tuesday.
Will re-build the piston, replace the master cylinder and bish-bosh kerbosh! Thumbs:
Also have a 1-piece braided hose coming to replace the copper/rubber original set-up....
Just done the first long test drive around the village - all okay! Thumbs:
She went well given is is 30+ degrees out there.... cloud9:
Will try and get the MoT done this arvo.... scared2:
Good luck ....... Thumbs: do you know him.... rubschin:
Will take Kevork with me.... whistle:
Best way ..... Thumbs: last time my mechanic guy took it for me ....came back said you need new tyres (yes I know ) .......but here is your MOT ... Thumbs: cost me a tenner ......
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 20, 2013, 10:54:53 AM
Just done the first long test drive around the village - all okay! Thumbs:
She went well given is is 30+ degrees out there.... cloud9:
Will try and get the MoT done this arvo.... scared2:
Good luck ....... Thumbs: do you know him.... rubschin:
Will take Kevork with me.... whistle:
Best way ..... Thumbs: last time my mechanic guy took it for me ....came back said you need new tyres (yes I know ) .......but here is your MOT ... Thumbs: cost me a tenner ......
Brown envelope at the ready.... ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on June 20, 2013, 10:57:18 AM
Just done the first long test drive around the village - all okay! Thumbs:
She went well given is is 30+ degrees out there.... cloud9:
Will try and get the MoT done this arvo.... scared2:
Good luck ....... Thumbs: do you know him.... rubschin:
Will take Kevork with me.... whistle:
Best way ..... Thumbs: last time my mechanic guy took it for me ....came back said you need new tyres (yes I know ) .......but here is your MOT ... Thumbs: cost me a tenner ......
Brown envelope at the ready.... ;)
You have to put money in it..... ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on June 20, 2013, 11:27:39 AM
Just done the first long test drive around the village - all okay! Thumbs:
She went well given is is 30+ degrees out there.... cloud9:
Will try and get the MoT done this arvo.... scared2:
Good luck ....... Thumbs: do you know him.... rubschin:
Will take Kevork with me.... whistle:
Best way ..... Thumbs: last time my mechanic guy took it for me ....came back said you need new tyres (yes I know ) .......but here is your MOT ... Thumbs: cost me a tenner ......
Brown envelope at the ready.... ;)
You have to put money in it..... ::)
Really? Shocked:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on June 20, 2013, 12:01:50 PM
Just done the first long test drive around the village - all okay! Thumbs:
She went well given is is 30+ degrees out there.... cloud9:
Will try and get the MoT done this arvo.... scared2:
Good luck ....... Thumbs: do you know him.... rubschin:
Will take Kevork with me.... whistle:
Best way ..... Thumbs: last time my mechanic guy took it for me ....came back said you need new tyres (yes I know ) .......but here is your MOT ... Thumbs: cost me a tenner ......
You did not take it to the one near the new Lidl did you? noooo:
That bloke is a complete tosser. He would even fail his mother's car. noooo:
No, the one on the trading estate at Geroskipou... noooo:
He is known to be a strict, miserable bastard tho... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 05, 2013, 02:42:05 PM
Finally there! cloud9:
Got the MoT done and then had to get the car registered in my name...
There is a 'transfer document' that the buyer and seller have to sign... for some reason it also has to be signed by the village Mukhtar (Mayor)... It took me a week to track him down and he then refused to sign it as the seller wasn't present! Banghead
So a mate took me to an office in Pafos yesterday where another block signed the form and stamped it for €2 even tho he had never seen me before in his life... noooo:
Today I had to take the car to the Road Transport department to get it re-registered in my name... Luckily I was the only car there today because it took ages...
The place was awash with people taking (and failing) their driving tests - I didn't think anybody failed here! lol:
Anyway, the guy wasn't happy that the chassis number was on a tag that is riveted to the body. it is a new tag 'cos the old one was all shitted up.... He said that you could have taken a tag from any car and put it on there and wanted the original - when I pointed out that the original tag could also have been taken from any car I got a demerit...
Anyhooo...
He insisted that the chassis number was stamped on the body somewhere and I insisted that it wasn't... it certainly wasn't stamped in the footwell because that had been replaced when I got it and I replaced it again... noooo:
He finally decided that the chassis number was stamped on the scuttle and painted over... I said it wasn't because all the paint had been stripped and there was no number there. However, he insisted and chipped all the paint off with an old dinner knife! eeek:
After an hour of chipping and inspecting with a mirror and powerful light he said "we'll use the number on the tag"... doh:
So having taken note of that and the engine number (another new tag which I had glued to the block) he filled in four pages of details on the car...
Then he asked where the 'stamps' where... Shrugs:
Apparently, the transfer document requires two 'Revenue Stamps' @ €1.71 each (equivalent CY£1)... But they don't sell them there... oh no.... noooo:
So, jump in the car and zoom back to Pafos to buy two 'Revenue Stamps' from the post office... ::)
Return and stamps are attached to the document, stamped and signed... Thumbs:
Then have to queue up at the other side of the building to pay the transfer fees... the reception is full of people being briefed for their driving test and wailing gerls that have failed.... noooo:
The woman at the counter then proceeds to type the four pages of stuff that the inspector has just written out into the 'puter... Banghead
After loads of stamping, signing and printing of bits of paper that I never get to see she finally feeds a registration document into the printer, prints it and she is legally mine! cloud9:
Well, after payment of three years back-tax and the registration fee - €342!
I didn't have €2 in change so she accepted €1 and gave me €10 change! lol:
Have spent this arvo re-painting the scuttle...
Next step is to add the trim and 'GT' stripes....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Steve on July 05, 2013, 04:14:09 PM
happ096
you really should write a book
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on July 05, 2013, 08:22:21 PM
Wot Steve said, but maybe just colour one ;)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: boogs on July 05, 2013, 10:13:00 PM
Today I had to take the car to the Road Transport department to get it re-registered in my name... Luckily I was the only car there today because it took ages...
The place was awash with people taking (and failing) their driving tests - I didn't think anybody failed here! lol:
My Cypriot mate Jiakovos (Mafia Jack noooo:) can sort all sorts of problems out for friends. whistle:
An English mate of mine was going to take his driving test, so I had a word with Jack.
Jack: "No problem, he will pass. But can he drive?" Me: "I think so, he has been having driving lessons" Jack: "Ok tell me which day and time he will pass for sure"
A few weeks later on the day of his test I met my mate before to have a quick drink with him. noooo: Jack walks in to see us both there and in a fit of panic shouts "Why are you not at the Road Transport Department taking your test?" I explained it was not until 12:00, an hour and a half away.
Jack: "Shit! I better make another phone call"
So I guess whoever took their test at 10:30 also passed. noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 06, 2013, 09:35:26 AM
Today I had to take the car to the Road Transport department to get it re-registered in my name... Luckily I was the only car there today because it took ages...
The place was awash with people taking (and failing) their driving tests - I didn't think anybody failed here! lol:
My Cypriot mate Jiakovos (Mafia Jack noooo:) can sort all sorts of problems out for friends. whistle:
An English mate of mine was going to take his driving test, so I had a word with Jack.
Jack: "No problem, he will pass. But can he drive?" Me: "I think so, he has been having driving lessons" Jack: "Ok tell me which day and time he will pass for sure"
A few weeks later on the day of his test I met my mate before to have a quick drink with him. noooo: Jack walks in to see us both there and in a fit of panic shouts "Why are you not at the Road Transport Department taking your test?" I explained it was not until 12:00, an hour and a half away.
Jack: "Shit! I better make another phone call"
So I guess whoever took their test at 10:30 also passed. noooo:
lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Just One More on July 06, 2013, 09:43:05 AM
lol: lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on July 06, 2013, 09:47:46 AM
Today I had to take the car to the Road Transport department to get it re-registered in my name... Luckily I was the only car there today because it took ages...
The place was awash with people taking (and failing) their driving tests - I didn't think anybody failed here! lol:
My Cypriot mate Jiakovos (Mafia Jack noooo:) can sort all sorts of problems out for friends. whistle:
An English mate of mine was going to take his driving test, so I had a word with Jack.
Jack: "No problem, he will pass. But can he drive?" Me: "I think so, he has been having driving lessons" Jack: "Ok tell me which day and time he will pass for sure"
A few weeks later on the day of his test I met my mate before to have a quick drink with him. noooo: Jack walks in to see us both there and in a fit of panic shouts "Why are you not at the Road Transport Department taking your test?" I explained it was not until 12:00, an hour and a half away.
Jack: "Shit! I better make another phone call"
So I guess whoever took their test at 10:30 also passed. noooo:
Misty...? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on July 06, 2013, 03:31:35 PM
Today I had to take the car to the Road Transport department to get it re-registered in my name... Luckily I was the only car there today because it took ages...
The place was awash with people taking (and failing) their driving tests - I didn't think anybody failed here! lol:
My Cypriot mate Jiakovos (Mafia Jack noooo:) can sort all sorts of problems out for friends. whistle:
An English mate of mine was going to take his driving test, so I had a word with Jack.
Jack: "No problem, he will pass. But can he drive?" Me: "I think so, he has been having driving lessons" Jack: "Ok tell me which day and time he will pass for sure"
A few weeks later on the day of his test I met my mate before to have a quick drink with him. noooo: Jack walks in to see us both there and in a fit of panic shouts "Why are you not at the Road Transport Department taking your test?" I explained it was not until 12:00, an hour and a half away.
Jack: "Shit! I better make another phone call"
So I guess whoever took their test at 10:30 also passed. noooo:
Misty...? rubschin:
Prolly. noooo: noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: boogs on July 06, 2013, 08:46:35 PM
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on August 27, 2013, 01:15:37 PM
I struggle to find the naked wimmin in this
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Marley's Ghost (Imbiber of Spirits) on August 27, 2013, 02:37:26 PM
Ooohhhhh!
I think I just wee'd a little with excitement!
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: boogs on August 27, 2013, 03:58:06 PM
Nick will be bringing you the heater matrix you say
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 04, 2013, 11:01:08 AM
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Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: boogs on November 04, 2013, 11:06:23 AM
Party001: Party001: Party001:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on November 04, 2013, 11:10:21 AM
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Thumbs: that 2002 is nice ...I had the 5th right-hand drive off the production line .. sad24: 1 owner till me ..all the paperwork even letters to the factory ... sad24:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 10, 2013, 08:07:39 PM
Thumbs: that 2002 is nice ...I had the 5th right-hand drive off the production line .. sad24: 1 owner till me ..all the paperwork even letters to the factory ... sad24:
Did Misty crash it...? happy100
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 10, 2013, 08:11:39 PM
Thumbs: that 2002 is nice ...I had the 5th right-hand drive off the production line .. sad24: 1 owner till me ..all the paperwork even letters to the factory ... sad24:
Did Misty crash it...? happy100
no left it in uk to a "mate" ...who cashed it ..........wanker....... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 10, 2013, 08:12:53 PM
Thumbs: that 2002 is nice ...I had the 5th right-hand drive off the production line .. sad24: 1 owner till me ..all the paperwork even letters to the factory ... sad24:
Did Misty crash it...? happy100
no left it in uk to a "mate" ...who cashed it ..........wanker....... noooo:
Misty crashed it.... noooo:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on January 29, 2014, 03:26:37 PM
MeMi is going to be displayed at the opening of a new motor museum on Saturday...... cloud9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on January 29, 2014, 03:35:19 PM
Popcorn:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on January 29, 2014, 03:35:44 PM
MeMi is going to be displayed at the opening of a new motor museum on Saturday...... cloud9:
How will we know you? rubschin:
I'll be carrying a big teddy bear! Thumbs:
Look for the police officers beating hell out of the dodgy looking old man you say? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 12, 2014, 04:26:43 PM
I can co-drive... Thumbs:
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on March 12, 2014, 04:29:32 PM
Twat can't spell entries. Does the clown car qualify? rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 12, 2014, 04:31:22 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on March 12, 2014, 06:41:52 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 12, 2014, 07:00:45 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on March 12, 2014, 07:04:31 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 12, 2014, 07:07:52 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Sea Bream...?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on March 12, 2014, 07:12:48 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Sea Bream...?
One was a Sargos (striped sea bream) four times the price of a normal Sea Bream. Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 12, 2014, 07:14:01 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Sea Bream...?
One was a Sargos (striped sea bream) four times the price of a normal Sea Bream. Thumbs:
Did you flog it.......... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on March 12, 2014, 07:15:14 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Sea Bream...?
One was a Sargos (striped sea bream) four times the price of a normal Sea Bream. Thumbs:
Did you flog it.......... rubschin:
Nope, gave it to a mate. Thumbs:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 12, 2014, 07:18:13 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Sea Bream...?
One was a Sargos (striped sea bream) four times the price of a normal Sea Bream. Thumbs:
Did you flog it.......... rubschin:
Nope, gave it to a mate. Thumbs:
eeek: Shocked:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Baldy on March 12, 2014, 07:28:45 PM
The paphos classic vehicle club is 10 years old this year . We are having a car show at paphos castle want classic cars and bikes to be in our show. The event is free to all and open to any entry's . If you have a classic car or bike . Also modem classic will be considered . We will also have a rally tour of paphos with lunch entry fee will apply . The show will be on Sunday 18th of May starting at 9am. Please contact me for info simon.emery@cytanet.com.cy
(Translates to can you pick me up please.... redface: )
Thumbs:
Keep it quiet while you are there, I might be fishing. Thumbs:
Last weekend they had some half marathon that ended there, the Cypriot prick on the microphone announced all of the runners names back to front........"first in the men's 50-55 year old category Smith Ron". noooo: Funny at first, but after the 100th time I decided it was time for the end of fishing and went to the pub. Thumbs:
Did you catch anything....?
...at the harbour - not the pub..... ::)
Nope, not on Sunday. noooo:
All that feckin row at the Fort was my excuse. evil:
But a few days before, loads. Thumbs:
Sea Bream...?
One was a Sargos (striped sea bream) four times the price of a normal Sea Bream. Thumbs:
Did you flog it.......... rubschin:
Nope, gave it to a mate. Thumbs:
eeek: Shocked:
Prolly would have given it to you....had you turned up as promised. ::)
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on March 12, 2014, 07:38:38 PM
Anyhooooo.... :)
Back to me thread - anybody interested in a Robin Hood...?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on March 12, 2014, 07:40:11 PM
IT'S FOR SALE.... eeek: eeek: eeek: eeek: Shocked:
Are you really shocked
A classic 'all about the journey, not the destination' story imho. I'd love to own a mint condition Cortina Mk1 like what my first car was . . . .
. . . . for about 15 minutes
Steve is right! ;D
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 23, 2015, 08:50:45 AM
Somebody has offered me the full asking price! eeek:
Quote from: Carlos Ordoñez
Thanks for your response. yes that i have interest in buying the vehicle and am buying it for my one use in my new house. am agree with price of the vehicle that you mention but i cant come there and give you money in hand because am out of country. this vehicle will be pick up by ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY and they will message you for their coming to pick up the vehicle in your house address. my profession is surveyor so presently in Latvia working in a big bush. the payment will be made to you by Bank Transfer or PayPal because i know both are safe and secure. everything will be alright .. but i want you to send me your house address where the vehicle will be pick up so that i can send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY for them come there and pick up the vehicle.
The vehicle is going down to USA TEXAS because it will be use there me....ok
You know there's some document will be sign by you when the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY is there they will give you and sign it before they can pick up the vehicle. so everything is government approved
send me your full house address for me to send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY
waiting for your response
Carlos
rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Steve on November 23, 2015, 10:48:16 AM
"working in a big bush" eh
As Apey would say: "Too many jokes"
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 23, 2015, 11:14:36 AM
Somebody has offered me the full asking price! eeek:
Quote from: Carlos Ordoñez
Thanks for your response. yes that i have interest in buying the vehicle and am buying it for my one use in my new house. am agree with price of the vehicle that you mention but i cant come there and give you money in hand because am out of country. this vehicle will be pick up by ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY and they will message you for their coming to pick up the vehicle in your house address. my profession is surveyor so presently in Latvia working in a big bush. the payment will be made to you by Bank Transfer or PayPal because i know both are safe and secure. everything will be alright .. but i want you to send me your house address where the vehicle will be pick up so that i can send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY for them come there and pick up the vehicle.
The vehicle is going down to USA TEXAS because it will be use there me....ok
You know there's some document will be sign by you when the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY is there they will give you and sign it before they can pick up the vehicle. so everything is government approved
send me your full house address for me to send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY
waiting for your response
Carlos
rubschin:
"Send me your full house address for me to send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY" = "Oleg and other large friends will visit late at night with truck and baseball bats"
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on November 23, 2015, 03:17:22 PM
Even Baldyclot may have werked that out
On second thoughts.................. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 23, 2015, 03:39:42 PM
Somebody has offered me the full asking price! eeek:
Quote from: Carlos Ordoñez
Thanks for your response. yes that i have interest in buying the vehicle and am buying it for my one use in my new house. am agree with price of the vehicle that you mention but i cant come there and give you money in hand because am out of country. this vehicle will be pick up by ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY and they will message you for their coming to pick up the vehicle in your house address. my profession is surveyor so presently in Latvia working in a big bush. the payment will be made to you by Bank Transfer or PayPal because i know both are safe and secure. everything will be alright .. but i want you to send me your house address where the vehicle will be pick up so that i can send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY for them come there and pick up the vehicle.
The vehicle is going down to USA TEXAS because it will be use there me....ok
You know there's some document will be sign by you when the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY is there they will give you and sign it before they can pick up the vehicle. so everything is government approved
send me your full house address for me to send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY
waiting for your response
Carlos
rubschin:
"Send me your full house address for me to send it to the ELITE SHIPPING COMPANY" = "Oleg and other large friends will visit late at night with truck and baseball bats"
Indeed.... for the same reason I won't be disclosing my bank details.... lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on November 23, 2015, 03:40:48 PM
Banghead
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Darwins Selection on November 23, 2015, 04:05:05 PM
It does look really good but surely it needs to be sold where air conditioning is less than essential
Save munny on air fares, next time get LL to drive it to the UK
Shocked:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 16, 2017, 04:11:01 PM
I had a call from the buyer last night...
Mini Man: I took the Mini on a rally over the weekend and it broke down! BM: You drove it??? eeek: Mini Man: Yes, the distributor packed up... cry: Mini Man: I see you fitted a new, electronic distributor, have you got the original? BM: No *dial tone*
lol:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on October 16, 2017, 04:16:00 PM
Is it not meant to be driven?
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on October 16, 2017, 04:19:38 PM
My mate is selling a Mini ..needs a bit of work .......... rubschin:
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! scared2:
:thumbsup:
Not decrying the amazing job you did with MeMi but IIRC when it was done the realisation was it’s all about the journey not the end result
Not everything about modern cars is perfect but they are brilliant drives compared to 1960s stuff
Correct. Fascinating project and very proud of the result but there is good reason why they don't make them like that anymore - they're shit.
Just popped down to the village in LL's car - central locking, comfort, handling, quiet safety - lovely. Of course, you can add that lot to an old Mini - but then it wouldn't be an old Mini - you might as well buy a Bini....
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Steve on February 10, 2018, 03:11:56 PM
My mate is selling a Mini ..needs a bit of work .......... rubschin:
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! scared2:
:thumbsup:
Not decrying the amazing job you did with MeMi but IIRC when it was done the realisation was it’s all about the journey not the end result
Not everything about modern cars is perfect but they are brilliant drives compared to 1960s stuff
Correct. Fascinating project and very proud of the result but there is good reason why they don't make them like that anymore - they're shit.
Just popped down to the village in LL's car - central locking, comfort, handling, quiet safety - lovely. Of course, you can add that lot to an old Mini - but then it wouldn't be an old Mini - you might as well buy a Bini....
And why buy a Bini when the Golf GTi is so much better?
We may be living in the true golden age of cars ( if not roads or other drivers ). Soon they’ll be all eco constrained, black box monitored and unable to turn off the stability aids.
But right now there are some stonking cars out there.
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Grumpmeister on February 10, 2018, 06:51:47 PM
My mate is selling a Mini ..needs a bit of work .......... rubschin:
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! scared2:
:thumbsup:
Not decrying the amazing job you did with MeMi but IIRC when it was done the realisation was it’s all about the journey not the end result
Not everything about modern cars is perfect but they are brilliant drives compared to 1960s stuff
Correct. Fascinating project and very proud of the result but there is good reason why they don't make them like that anymore - they're shit.
Just popped down to the village in LL's car - central locking, comfort, handling, quiet safety - lovely. Of course, you can add that lot to an old Mini - but then it wouldn't be an old Mini - you might as well buy a Bini....
So what you need is a modern car that is in sore need of a total rebuild....
Start saving for parts now and wait for Nick to get a new car... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on February 11, 2018, 08:12:00 AM
My mate is selling a Mini ..needs a bit of work .......... rubschin:
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! scared2:
:thumbsup:
Not decrying the amazing job you did with MeMi but IIRC when it was done the realisation was it’s all about the journey not the end result
Not everything about modern cars is perfect but they are brilliant drives compared to 1960s stuff
Correct. Fascinating project and very proud of the result but there is good reason why they don't make them like that anymore - they're shit.
Just popped down to the village in LL's car - central locking, comfort, handling, quiet safety - lovely. Of course, you can add that lot to an old Mini - but then it wouldn't be an old Mini - you might as well buy a Bini....
So what you need is a modern car that is in sore need of a total rebuild....
Start saving for parts now and wait for Nick to get a new car... :thumbsup:
You could rebuild it into baked bean tins perhaps... rubschin:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on February 11, 2018, 05:38:40 PM
cussing: cussing: cussing: cussing: cussing:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Grumpmeister on February 11, 2018, 06:12:39 PM
What? You drive all over the country doing contract work, while not quite as clapped out as a repmobile the miles would still taken their toll on the olwd sierra... angel1
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Nick on February 11, 2018, 06:14:33 PM
Angry9:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: apc2010 on November 17, 2021, 11:39:03 PM
"1967 Mini Cooper 1275 S offered for auction, from the Mike Brewer personal collection, at the NEC Classic Motor Show. Sold yesterday for £54,000."...
eeek: eeek:
Title: Re: BM's All New "Ouch that's another skinned knuckle" Mini Restoration Thread
Post by: Barman on November 18, 2021, 06:08:17 AM