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minirage
chili sauce
Aug 25 2013 08:31 PM -
Ryan n Angela
nah, went for the kofti... from our local its plenty hot enough!
Aug 26 2013 08:53 AM -
minirage
but its all about the chilli peppers
Aug 26 2013 09:45 PM
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SecretSugar
Jeez...
Aug 25 2013 04:39 PM
lyndseyp27
Ran out of petrol on M1 last night, really need to sort that out (pi55ing mechanic/electrician!!) on the plus side I wasn't overly bothered this time... Finally a true mini driver! Lol
Aug 25 2013 03:08 PM
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Tommyboy12
Did you try the paperclip test? Thats a sure fire way to determine if its the sender or the gauge.
Aug 25 2013 04:29 PM -
minirage
would defo advise finding a new mechanic,
Aug 25 2013 05:23 PM -
callum2464
if you touch the 2 wires that are in the boot on the sender together then the fuel gauge should go all the way to the top, if it does then the sender isn't working, i would have a look at the circuit board on the back off the clocks thats what was wrong with mine broken connection a wee bit of solder and boom working again YEY :)
Aug 25 2013 09:32 PM
SecretSugar
She's dead, Betty is dead. Luckily she waited till I got home so I could push her into my garage. So considerate!
Aug 25 2013 02:02 PM
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TehMarchant
not dead, just resting.
Aug 25 2013 03:25 PM -
MIGLIACARS
what happened
Aug 25 2013 04:05 PM -
SecretSugar
Batt is dead...:(
Aug 25 2013 04:21 PM
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HarrysMini
Surely new seals would be cheaper and more effective?
Aug 25 2013 12:10 PM -
Hrimfaxi
Yup, new seals have been ordered. But still after a cover when it's not in use as much during the week.
Aug 25 2013 01:16 PM
tomb1992
if i want mk2 rear lights can i just buy the mk2 lenses and disconnect reverse?currently have mk 5 Thanks
Aug 25 2013 10:27 AM
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HarrysMini
In a word, no.
You need to replace the whole unit. It should be obvious why.
Aug 25 2013 10:54 AM -
charie t
oh wait, no, no you should never modify your own property for fear of offending somebody you never met
Aug 25 2013 11:25 AM -
HarrysMini
You shouldn't just replace the lenses because it wouldn't work.
Aug 25 2013 12:09 PM
Tommyboy12
Off to Stamford Classic Car Show. There is usually a good show of Minis.
Aug 25 2013 07:56 AM
SecretSugar
Don't you just love brain dead drivers what cause serious life threatening crashes on motorways!
Aug 24 2013 08:14 PM
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'Chop'
I think anyone that has a collision whilst eating a chocolate bar, should be banned for life, have their car crushed and given custodian sentence for wasting sweet confectionaries and I should have the choccy, because I've just walked up to the village shop to get a Mars bar and they were closed :-( Need chocolate.....
Aug 25 2013 12:10 PM -
TehMarchant
Best reply ever chop,but ehem. This is still a serious matter.
Aug 25 2013 12:53 PM -
SecretSugar
To make matters worst, the lorry driver what caused the crash pretended to be hurt, then got out of the van, walked around ringing people and as soon as the ambulance and police were near, he jumped back in his lorry and was hurt again...grrrr
Aug 25 2013 01:59 PM
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silve1999
awesome, looking forward to seeing it. you gonna stick with original colours? :)
Aug 25 2013 07:11 AM -
rhys-89
Yes keeping it all as original as poss still got original engine and interior - the carpets
May 09 2014 06:20 AM
lyndseyp27
So, electrician 'fixed' my electrics again. Now my high beams will work when flashed, but won't stay on. Any advice what to check?
Aug 24 2013 05:23 PM
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minirage
This electrician sounds a bit of a fool, where's he based?
Aug 25 2013 09:33 AM -
lyndseyp27
I shall have another look today - not sorted yet, not sure what I'm doing but ill give it a go. Ill try another indicator stalk today to see if that works, if not ill look for this slam panel you mention :)
He's a nightmare electrician! (He's a mechanic who said he was amazing with electrics for minis...) names mark from mj mobile mechanic (although he has a unit now).
Aug 25 2013 10:10 AM -
lyndseyp27
In pelsall, Walsall way.
Aug 25 2013 10:10 AM
tomb1992
pay some on to fit a 1275 or just mod my 998 for road and sprint mini :/??
Aug 24 2013 02:12 PM
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tomb1992
don't really have the tools and know how. never done a swap/ performance mods on a project besides services :/
Aug 24 2013 04:14 PM -
miniman24
If you have the means to lift the engine out of the car, an engine change is one of the easier jobs on a Mini :D
Aug 24 2013 05:15 PM -
HarrysMini
You don't need an engine crane; Support with wood/bricks and unbolt the subby, then just get a mate to help you lift the shell over the engine. Obviously disconnect anything connected to the engine first.
Aug 24 2013 05:58 PM
Carlsmini
Cone filter and correct needle fitted. Carb precisely tuned and now car feels and sounds great :)! Surprised by the difference
Aug 24 2013 06:09 AM
MiniMan1996
In need of a new engine block. Kind of broke the threads when torquing the head down. Would like to just put a bike engine in instead, but the price is kind of a downer.
Aug 24 2013 02:01 AM
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MiniMan1996
Can I do that with a tap and dye set or do I need to buy a special tool?
Aug 29 2013 10:37 PM -
Domneon
You need to get the thread size and then search for the right Helicoil set. It consists of an over sized drill bit, over sized tap, thread inserts and insertion tool. You have to be careful so if you don't have the confidence then get a machine shop to do it. Cheaper than buying a new block
Aug 29 2013 10:52 PM -
MiniMan1996
Well Im at college at the moment, and we basically have a workshop with every tool needed. So Ill go back to college and see what I can do, because need be Ill get my tutor to give me a hand and for free. So definitely a lot cheaper. Cheers mate, appreciate it
Aug 31 2013 10:46 PM
