Removing the Mini’s flywheel and clutch
A quick update, for Robert, we need to get the straight cut close ratio gearbox off from underneath the knocking 848cc. So today Mark got the flywheel, Borg and Beck … Read more
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Removing the Mini’s flywheel and clutch
Engine Out
Well, just before Easter, Felicity fought us getting the engine out, but, we have the 848cc engine out..! However, since Easter, our driver Rob has taken ill, and all work … Read more
Lucky Dip 1275 Engine
As you know from our previous posts, we have a problem with our 848cc engine, it having a knock. So, if we are going to the trouble and expensive of … Read more
Knock Knock
So, we think we have resolved the overheating problems with our engine, only to have a knock. We suspect a bearing may have overheated and is now knocking. We think … Read more
Head Gasket Trouble
Felicity our rally Mini is currently going under the surgeons knife, sadly the engine went bang after around just 1k miles following a full professional engine build. We’re hoping it’s … Read more
Trailer Electrics Upgrade
When we purchased our car transporter trailer in October last year, (2024), we knew that the offside indicator was not flashing. Mark tested it, and it worked from a 12v … Read more
Working on Felicity
So today… I actually worked on my own car. Can’t get the horn to work, despite replacing it. Fitted a proper set up for the screen washers, rather than a … Read more