GNAT - Rebuild - The Sequel

Discussion in 'Car Builds, Projects, Idea's Experiments' started by Nathan, May 11, 2015.

  1. cct1

    cct1 Well-Known Member
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    OEM cam....Gotta do something about that, especially with the bigger BVH.
     
  2. BlimeyCabrio

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    Good news about the head.

    OEM cam? Seriously?
     
  3. Nathan

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    Back when I first started all this there were no decent cams around.

    Never got a
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  4. TheModFather

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    Well now the cam selection is plentiful... Even more so since you have an ECU that can control the big stuff. ;)

    Plus all things considered they are relatively inexpensive. :D
     
  5. Dave.0

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    It's BIG BOY CAM time since you have the ViPEC.
     
  6. Nathan

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    An update.

    Head is still in Cali being worked on.

    Chad and Nick have sent me a list of stuff needed.

    Besides the head being worked on there is a bit more they'll be looking over. Going to replace the timing chain with the Detroit Tuned MINI Cooper timing chain kit for all Gen 1 cars, complete kit; chain and tensioner come cryo treated.

    Other OEm parts such as the Head Gasket, Thermostat and other needed parts are being generously supplied by eMINIparts.

    The Tee-Shirt design is being finalized. I did mention there is a watercolor by Emily Martian available too? Those details are also being finalized.



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    Gnat with a Broken Heart​
     
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    Jan makes extension cables with OEM plugs, wires, and insulation for the O2 sensors.
     
  8. Norm03s

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    Thanks Nathan, hanging on every detail.:Thumbsup:
     
  9. old81

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    Oh boy another T-Shirt, I'm in...

    Good luck in getting this all sorted out, folks sure want to spend your money, guess we can send money for the cause. :)

    Don
     
  10. TheModFather

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    Any chance the Gnatster will be able to make it to Colorado this August?
     
  11. 05r50

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    What's in Colorado in August he asks slyly????????????????????????
     
  12. Nathan

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    Minis In The Mountains.
     
  13. old81

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    Really I nice trip from Ohio too! I think Nathan calculated the distance one time, it is do-able.

    Snowmass, CO MITM ....
     
  14. Metalman

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    Well... Aparently John Denver knew about legalizing weed there some time ago, when he recorded "Rocky Mountain High"....
     
  15. Minidave

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    #95 Minidave, Jun 19, 2015
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    A little over 1400 miles from Columbus to Aspen, one way - that's a significant drive.....

    I'm trying to get things arranged in my life so I can go.
     
  16. TheModFather

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    What goes on after the sun goes down is none of my business...
     
  17. Nathan

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    Sometimes, that's a good thing... :ihih:

    I mean, you know ... Better long-term performance, fewer leaks, you'll feel the difference in your feet, etc. :Thumbsup:
     
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    HAHAHAAHAHA....lol touche!!
     
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    Anything to update ??
     

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