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  1. BruceK

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    #5 BruceK, Jun 26, 2016
    I'm really looking forward to watching this project.
     
  2. ZippyNH

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    #6 ZippyNH, Jun 26, 2016
    Sounds like a great Project!!
    My only thought was I could see the 3 cylinder motor you want to use is a stick only combo on the car I recall reading ..An oddity yes, but that motor was sold as the ultra efficient optional motor...got great reviews though!! Guess. It has gotten wider use since then....

    Sounds like an awesome project....
    One question...are you planning on adding a roll cage to stiffen things up, and maybe add a bit of safety?
     
  3. Minidave

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    #7 Minidave, Jun 26, 2016
    In 2015 or 2016 you can get it with a 6 speed automatic, pretty much the same transmission used in the MINIs.

    I'll be adding reinforcements for sure, but remember it weighs less than a Mini engine, and there are a lot of people running close to that HP in standard Minis, I'm not going to go crazy with the extra metal. I've read that it's not hard to tune it to 150hp, but I won't go any farther than that....if I do anything.

    Like I said, my goal is to build a car that looks like a classic but drives more like a modern car......so safe (well as safe as it can be in a tin can like a Mini!), quiet, comfortable, good fuel mileage and the reliability of modern engineering.
     
  4. caseydog

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    #8 caseydog, Jun 26, 2016
    Sounds like a fun project. Unless a car is a genuine collectible, like a numbers-matching Hemi 'Cuda, I don't see anything wrong with doing something a little crazy with it.

    I would think the tough part will be fitting the new drivetrain into the old car, and all the electronics. Good luck!

    CD
     
  5. Dave.0

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    #9 Dave.0, Jun 27, 2016
    YAY :Thumbsup: :biggrin5: :cornut:

    Another epic build by MiniDave!

    I look foreword to all the posts and pictures of your new project.
     
  6. MCS02

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    #10 MCS02, Jun 27, 2016
    This sounds great! Blue is a great color. Can't wait to read the updates
     
  7. Dave.0

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    #12 Dave.0, Jun 27, 2016
    They are each to find with only rear end damage.

    Simple steps for finding your perfect donor.
    Find the year you want with low mileage.
    Next find out were it lives. (no you are not going to steal it)
    Go rent a truck from enterprise with Full Coverage option.
    Find the car after it has been parked and read end it so it's totaled but not destroyed for your needs. :ihih:
    Return truck. "Oops, but I have full coverage."

    Track damaged car to junk yard and buy it. Ta-Da.

    I am only kidding, do not do this. :lol:
     
  8. Nathan

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    #13 Nathan, Jun 27, 2016
    I see Dave has borrowed MCS02's keyboard. :devil:
     
  9. Minidave

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    #14 Minidave, Jun 27, 2016
    At least if I do that I don't have to worry about "bio-hazard" on the inside of the car.....:D
     
  10. Dave.0

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    #15 Dave.0, Jun 27, 2016
    That's fine, I think every time you post in the "I saw this today" thread you are going to say "I can see my feet standing up" but we all know that's not going to happen anytime soon. :devil::lol:
     
  11. BruceK

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    #16 BruceK, Jun 27, 2016
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  12. BruceK

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  13. Minidave

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    #18 Minidave, Jun 27, 2016
    Hmmmm......I'll keep the photo in the file anyway.
     
  14. old81

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    #19 old81, Jun 27, 2016
    Wow, I will watch this build with interest. I hope you find that donor soon without Dave.0s help. :)

    Nice idea, I hope you bought the MINI S cheap enough so you can feel good about gutting it.

    Don
    :)
     
  15. Minidave

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    #20 Minidave, Jun 27, 2016
    The 67 Cooper S is in my garage now, home and safe!
     

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    #21 mrntd, Jun 28, 2016
    Looks like a fun project!
     
  17. Eric@Helix

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    #22 Eric@Helix, Jun 29, 2016
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    #23 ScottinBend, Jun 29, 2016
    I suggest a binge watch of Project Binky!!!!!!
     
  19. Minidave

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    #24 Minidave, Jun 29, 2016
    Episode 13 should be out soon.....:D

    I hope this doesn't take as long as Binky is!
     
  20. Minidave

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    #25 Minidave, Jun 29, 2016
    Got the old lump out today and found a nice surprise...a factory installed oil temp gauge.....I've never seen the extra boss like this one has before.

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