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Davemich

How can you tell if the front and rear donuts are worn, I'm not sure what to look for, they look ok could do with a clean.
Feb 02 2020 06:46 PM
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    timmy850
    Crawl under the front and check the angle of the top suspension arm. If it's close to horizontal it's OK, if the wheel end is much higher then possibly they need to be replaced
    Feb 04 2020 09:25 PM
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    xrocketengineer
    If it looks like this, it is bad:
    https://imgur.com/n4aoP7i
    Feb 05 2020 01:26 AM
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    Davemich
    Xrocketengineer, thanks but your link doesn't work.
    Feb 15 2020 04:01 PM
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Davemich

Does anyone know what the colour code for Blaze orange and were I can get hold of some.
Dec 26 2019 08:11 PM
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    Itsaminithing
    Blaze = BLVC16
    Have you specifically chosen this colour to paint your Mini as it's an early 70's colour.
    In 1980 you would have had Vermillion BLVC118
    Supposedly a red but looks orange on the car.
    Dec 27 2019 03:42 PM
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    Davemich
    Thank you for the info, I will get some samples made up and choose one. Thanks.
    Dec 29 2019 04:25 PM
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Davemich

I have an automatic front subframe, and want to fit a manual engine, I could purchase the subframe mounts needed to allow a Manuel engine to be fitted, has anyone done this and if so what's it like, any advise would be appreciated.
Dec 23 2019 07:04 PM
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    FlyingScot
    Yep easy stuff, I have a JDM which was auto and is now manual
    Dec 24 2019 09:50 PM
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    FlyingScot
    Need to lever down the engine/box to get the bolts in in my experience. Used minispares parts
    Dec 24 2019 09:52 PM
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Davemich

I am thinking about changing my front drums on my 1984 Mayfair to cooper s 7.5 brakes, can I use my original hubs or do I need to change them also.
Dec 08 2019 09:38 PM
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    jonny f
    if they are drum hubs, you will, if they are disc hubs, you wont.
    Dec 09 2019 01:32 AM
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Davemich

The floor of my mini has the factory sound dedning, it's all in good order but should I remove it or leave it as its ok. What do you think?
Nov 30 2019 07:18 PM
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    Steve220
    If you don't have to remove it. Don't.

    Dec 02 2019 04:45 PM
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    Mini Manannán
    Why make a PITA job for yourself if it's in good nick?
    Dec 05 2019 06:32 AM
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    Davemich
    Thanks for the advice, I will leave it in place.
    Dec 08 2019 09:33 PM
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Davemich

I need to turn my mini on to its roof, I have it on its side on a mattress at the moment, could I turn it on to its roof or is this not a good idea. Any advice would be great
Oct 13 2019 06:46 PM
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    Avtovaz
    oh the wheels on the thread where changed for much bigger pneumatic ones as we have cobbled driveway.
    Oct 13 2019 07:39 PM
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    Davemich
    Thanks Avtovaz.
    Oct 13 2019 07:41 PM
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    MGMiniman
    Don’t put it on the roof you will crease it and it won’t go straight again.
    I’ve always tipped shells on their sides.
    Use a strip of carpet to rest the bottom seam on.
    Then a large wooden beam also covered in carpet to rest the gutter on.
    Beam about 7” x 4” 5 to 6 feet long.
    This rest the shell on strong points without distorting it. The rear quarter is then suspended off the floor.
    Built 3 race cars and 2 road cars this way. Easy and cheap.
    Mending and Pai...
    Oct 16 2019 03:58 PM
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Davemich

Would I be a good idea for me to insure my mini even though it is being rebuilt and in pieces. Or should I wait until I have completed the project.
Sep 24 2019 10:24 PM
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    sonikk4
    I have laid up insurance on my Clubby.
    Sep 28 2019 02:58 AM
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    Davemich
    Thanks everyone for your advice, will start looking into insurance. Thanks again.
    Sep 29 2019 07:45 PM
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    Stevie W
    Same here insured mine once it was a body shell and the engine and gearbox were one item! My garage got broken into and my tools stolen...luckily the scumbags didn't touch the mini!
    Oct 03 2019 11:20 AM
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Davemich

I'm trying to get hold of a full loom for an 84 Mayfair any advice were I can get one, new or second hand will do.
Sep 22 2019 09:10 AM
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    beardylondon
    Try Autosparks for a new one, fitting a second hand loom is a false a economy in my humble opinion
    Sep 22 2019 10:00 AM
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    Davemich
    Ok thanks for the advice. I will try and find their website.

    Sep 22 2019 06:41 PM
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    beardylondon
    https://www.autosparks.co.uk

    Sep 23 2019 11:23 AM
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Davemich

Is there a special tool I can buy to undo the Trunion bolts on the rear subframe, if so were can I get one.
Aug 01 2019 09:08 PM
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    Davemich
    Thanks, will give it a go.
    Aug 02 2019 09:39 PM
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    Deathrow
    You can modify the tool that comes with an angle grinder, that's what I did.
    Aug 07 2019 08:06 AM
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    MikeRotherham
    I used one of these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adjustable-Spanner-Grinder-Lock-Nut-Wrench/dp/B07G3R2KRH/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=1WZ4DIMWBYPP9&keywords=adjustable+wrench+grinder+wrench&qid=1565766117&s=gateway&sprefix=adju,aps,144&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyT0xaTjRJWlNHT05NJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjc0ODMwMjFYR0tTNVNINTM4WCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTEwMDIwMUczNzdBMFkxTjJBRSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
    Aug 14 2019 07:05 AM