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engine swaps are generally fine - 998 to 1275 A series they won't even blink. Generally 'period' modifications (mods that were performed 40+ years ago) are fine, with the caveats below. Engine swap with different transmission - you're into the points system territory. it will head towards 'too...

They're not impossible to come by, but you need to do bulkhead mods in a mini, and mainly, the old T3 turbo is far too big for even a 1275. There are options to mount the turbo over the clutch and use a GT15 or similar. LOL. I'm keeping this road legal (IVA & classic status) :)

That, a 1275, and a turbo (currently a 998, although I'm tempted to port, cam and Turbo that to see what it'll do...):)

This is my 4th, with a gap of 25 years since the last. No firm plans yet, but I want 100hp.

And rust free :)

I tried to find her best angle... turns out she doesn't have one.

My midlife crisis begins... Total teenage dream territory. I've just bought a mini. Proper mini. No pics, as it currently is... not pretty. #shitboxmoneypit #youthoughtbikeswereexpensive

first refusal to Mr. OX :)

More pics in my build thread; LINK Superb condition, no cracks. Previous owner removed canti bridge but you can barely tell. Made by litespeed and weighs just under 3.5lb. Looking for what I paid - £300 plus postage.

Loads of these were made in china in the 90s - kalloy, I think. Orange even had them braded as their own. Loosen the clamp a little, the top one will tap out sideways.

Where to turn when you've tried everything? I'm at an all time low after a series of events (basically the last 12 months). Can't get a GP appointment for love nor money. Was seeing a private councillor who said that they didn't think they were helping and cancelled my appointments. I'm...

you could, but in the frame the BB cup is fully supported.

thread it back in the frame and tap the axle out.

Yep, That's part of the challenge - getting rid of all the resonance & rattles. I'm still chasing a panel resonance that only occurs at about 40hz. Which isn't awful when you consider that I have a decent output all the way down to 9 hz :). Panels are treated for resonance, and as much...

FWIW, It's a sound quality car, not SPL. (Most people aren't even aware that's a thing). Many hours of work to get to this point, and many more yet to come - and I'm also only in an entry level class.