hello people, on my 1981 998cc someone has fitted a lumenition electronic ignition kit to replace the points. - great , but looking at the wiring...

RS

05-01-2006 01:57 PM
Chris

Dear Group, can anyone advice me please, Ive been given a 2005 Cooper to use at work again, I have a major problem with it, Its complete shyte! Any...

Barspeed and his magical Mini

05-01-2006 05:08 AM
Fitzy

We want to express are deepest apologizes, our club listings area was not restored on the April 10, 2006 it had to be restored with an older file SQL...

Classiccarmall.net

04-30-2006 02:18 PM
Classiccarmall.net

If anyone is interested in this brilliant mini run, taking in some of the best views from the Cumbrian mountains, and covering 3 of the highest...

Fitzy

04-30-2006 01:11 PM
Fitzy

Advice please. Renewing the full length battery cable in my CE. Got a length of cable and separate ends. Is there a trick to soldering (and/or...

Pedro

04-29-2006 04:45 PM
Steve68s

Anyone know where I can get the rear light seal body to silver lamp surround both Left and right hand for a Mk5 Mini. The ones I bought from Moss are...

Martin

04-29-2006 04:35 PM
Steve68s

Thanks Taffy, Yes but I'm looking for the actual advert. You can get it here http://www.visit4info.com/details.cfm?adid=30435 but it costs £2 There...

Martin

04-29-2006 08:49 AM
Martin

1959 mini http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/prmts/prmts.html?in_article_id=383643&in_page_id=1777 competition ends midnight 6th...

Fitzy

04-29-2006 03:41 AM
Fitzy

I am about to replace the rear light cluster foam rubber seal (plastic to chromium - not chromium to bodywork), the old ones have perished. There...

Guy Smith

04-28-2006 08:09 PM
madmax

testing, - sorry if this shows up, I can reply to a post but cant create a new thread!!! :-(

Barspeed and his magical Mini's

04-28-2006 08:07 PM
madmax

Can someone post instructions on how to kill file? i suggest all regular users do it to remove certain people... RS

RS

04-27-2006 09:56 PM
madmax

I have a Cooper SPI mini and the distributor body has been moved. Until now, I've always had carb minis that I could set the timing manually. Can...

flash harry

04-27-2006 01:49 AM
Fitzy

Hi, If anyone is interested, I will be at the Rushden rally with my large collection of Mini models on display this weekend. My collection...

xx

04-26-2006 10:53 PM
madmax

Hi The haynes manual shows two very different settings (60 and 150 lb/ft). It seeems our open classic comes under the 60 setting (although it is a...

geepeetee

04-26-2006 01:29 PM
Martin

I took my nephew back to Aberystwyth University yesterday and parked on campus was a lovely blue pre 1963 (well the registration plate was of the old...

Taffy

04-26-2006 11:40 AM
Madmax

Hi Everyone, I've just acquired two new sets of 'S' disc brake pads for £20 the two sets, and was hoping someone out there can confirm what I think...

Myles Sutherland

04-25-2006 11:40 AM
Myles Sutherland

Well if it is a Mayfair, it really should have had rear opening windows anyway. But if it's been converted to sealed jobs, the holes should...

Guy Smith

04-25-2006 02:34 AM
Fitzy

Why is this being cross posted to the mini newsgroup, can't you use alt.autos.citroen? I can understand the cross post to alt.autos.new-mini as the...

TurboJo

04-24-2006 10:00 PM
madmax

My suggestion is Do not feed the troll, we all know who he is, a few weeks ago he went quiet, probably because there was no response, he feeds off...

Fitzy

04-24-2006 03:38 PM
Madmax

Plus VW, MGB, Mercedes and Willys Jeep: http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZpbgadgetQQhtZ-1QQfrppZ50QQfsopZ1QQfsooZ1QQrdZ0? or start with the Mini...

WRon PBG

04-24-2006 01:08 PM
WRon PBG

Hi All. I'm using a mini wiper motor in a Westfield, no idea of the donor vehicle details, sorry. Motor been working fine for years, but during...

Westie

04-24-2006 12:39 PM
Colin Stamp

Hope this llittle link works:- http://www.moala.org/images/laguna/ls-1.jpg

Taffy

04-24-2006 09:39 AM
Madmax

my thanks to everyone who helped with my techie questions over the last 4 months - the 1981 blue mini pick up just passed its MoT for the first...

RS

04-24-2006 05:02 AM
RS

Hi, can anyone please please help.... I have just fitted coil suspension to my Mini, replacing the rubber units. The whole thing has been a little...

Barspeed and his magical Mini

04-23-2006 02:03 AM
madmax

Any recommendations on where to get hold of some chrome arches (standard City size). Her indoors wants the full arch set not the stick over the spats...

Jim

04-22-2006 06:27 PM
Taffy

Can anyone tell me where I can get the replacement rubber seals that go between the wheel arch extensions and the car body. Thanks Martin

Martin

04-22-2006 01:55 PM
Martin

Hi Thanks for replies. What wears on the swivel hub? The bearings run in the outer race which is pressed into it, i dont doubt it just trying...

geepeetee

04-21-2006 05:36 PM
Fitzy

Hi 14k miles ago i replaced the n/s front wheel bearing (due to failure) on our 92 open classic. Its just failed again (lots of play and...

geepeetee

04-21-2006 02:30 PM
Jim

I've just put a metro engine into a mini and have taken the battery cable and ignition circuit to the built in starter solenoid. All the posts I've...

Phil

04-21-2006 06:12 AM
mwalsh@smad.com

Is the best way to upgrade to disc brakes by fitting Cooper brake and drive units please?

Guy Smith

04-21-2006 05:52 AM
The Muffin Man

Hello folks, I haven't been on for a while as my broadband supplier, yes bloody Wanapoo is still giving me grief and after moving house, they still...

Taffy

04-19-2006 06:07 PM
The Muffin Man

I ordered my Mini Cooper with a MD-player instead of a CD-player (thought it was somehow appropriate). Although the sound is superb, I wonder why...

Yves

04-19-2006 02:37 PM
Taffy

I was having a puncture repaired today on my son Gavin's Mini. The guy said that the wheels were from a Mini cabrio and they are quite rare as very...

TurboJo

04-19-2006 01:51 PM
TurboJo

The wipers we're really slow, so have replaced the wheel boxes (one was ceased up) that the wiper arms attach to and also the rack. The wiper motor...

Chris

04-19-2006 01:04 PM
Chris

RS wrote: Porper, is that some sort of body kit ;-) Has anyone ever built one ground up on a heritage shell using pattern new components all the...

Brownz @ Work

04-19-2006 11:16 AM
The Muffin Man

Will 10*165 tyres fit on a standard 1983 mini without flaring the arches please?

Guy Smith

04-19-2006 10:49 AM
Taffy

timing of a leaded head running on unleaded - with aditive, on a 1981 998cc, i (will) set the timing at 8 degrees as per haynes manual - but do i...

RS

04-18-2006 12:41 PM
Jim

Hi All, Having re-sprayed what's now my 1990 Racing Green, the previous owner used crappy non-original decals which are starting to get on my...

kilroycg

04-18-2006 08:31 AM
kilroycg

Anyone interested in a full set of genuine Rover sports pack arches,never been painted, never been fitted still in there packaging all bits and...

Fitzy

04-14-2006 04:23 PM
Fitzy

Can anyone help in identifying what car(s)came with motor SN 28G-255-998. I can not find a cross reference. Is there a x-reference website? The head...

Hunter Mackintosh

04-14-2006 03:54 PM
Pedro

i live in the newcastle upon tyne area and need help with my mini, does any one know of a good reliable mechanic that doesnt charge the earth in...

richmollie

04-14-2006 01:17 PM
richmollie

Advice please, I am thinking of fitting a set of 4 Hi-Lo's Are they better than standard or do I leave well alone, Thanks Fitzy

Fitzy

04-14-2006 07:30 AM
Fitzy

Hi All, Was wondering if anyone can tell me how vital the oil pressure relief valve is ? Am asking as I want to fit an oil temperature gauge, as I...

Myles Sutherland

04-12-2006 03:38 AM
Rob

I need help.I have converted my mini to the metro 4 pot callipers and I cant get the pressure back at the pedal.I have even replaced the master...

Mark Stannard

04-12-2006 02:20 AM
t.a.j.m.vdnbogaard@uvt.nl

Can anyone please help me with the possibilities of fitting Inertia seat belts in the rear of a Mini circa 1980-90. Could a pair of front seat belts...

Guy Smith

04-12-2006 12:28 AM
Guy Smith

hi why has my mini started pulling to the left only slightly all i have had done is new tyers but i think she(the lady of the house) might have hit a...

jacko

04-11-2006 07:39 PM
madmax

No I just would hate for you to have the last word you foul mouthed mother fucking American peace of filth! Taffy Let us all remember that fine...

Madmax

04-10-2006 07:25 PM
madmax

For Sale: Rover Mini Cooper with Sportspack 1997 'P' Just under 59k Miles Almond Green, White Roof / Stripes Matching leather interior Drivers...

Stu

04-10-2006 01:33 PM
Stu

Is it just me or has it been quiet here lately. I haven't seen any new messages since 23rd March 2006. -- Australia isn't "down under", it's "off...

Stan Blazejewski

04-10-2006 06:21 AM
Stan Blazejewski

People, I must agree with David Betts, don't respond to this troll, as you can see ,most of us take a back seat, even if it means biting your lip, as...

Fitzy

04-07-2006 06:31 PM
Fitzy