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#1 rob_mitch

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Posted Today, 02:49 PM

Hi,  I am currently trying to complete the build of a modified road Mini for use on track days and sprints.  

 

 Currently installing an aluminium plate over the parcel shelf to block up the enlarged (by a previous owner) speaker holes.

However the main problem is how to block the  gaps between the inner wing and boot wall on both sides.  The gaps look a bit too wide to just use fireproof RTV sealant.

 

Any useful advice which will be passed by scrutineers would be very much appreciated.

 



#2 Gaz66

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Posted Today, 02:53 PM

I made a cardboard template to follow the curve of the inside rear quarter panel, transferred to steel plate and welded them to the rear seat back.
Any small remaining gaps use appropriate sealer. 👍

Edited by Gaz66, Today, 02:54 PM.


#3 nicklouse

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Posted Today, 03:04 PM

Read the Blue book tech sections, aluminium tape and intumescent sealer is generally enough.






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