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Old Aug 29th, 2005, 03:44 PM
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Question Old mini restoration site

I know this is off topic but can anyone pointme towards a website showing how to go about restoring an old mini, thinking of getting one as a side project.
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Old Aug 29th, 2005, 04:15 PM
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really your best bet is to find a classic forum, they will have all sections covered like MINI2 does on the MINI

But the real workshop guide to doing anything on a mini is the Haynes Manual, and use a forum for back up, and sources such a Mini World Magazine, they cover parts over issues
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Old Aug 29th, 2005, 04:30 PM
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Old Aug 29th, 2005, 04:38 PM
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try this site http://www.britishminiclub.co.uk/

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www.miniclassic.co.uk
Perhaps it is about time Mr Mullet set up a classic forum.
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Old Aug 30th, 2005, 12:03 AM
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A lot of information at this site

http://www.ime.org.uk/
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That is one thing I have to do when I can afford it - restore a classic car

Keep us posted, would love to see how you go on
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But the real workshop guide to doing anything on a mini is the Haynes Manual

If you want to undertake a restoration, there is also the Haynes Mini Restoration Manual. It is a good companion to the workshop manual (even if you don't do a full fldged restoration, it explains things differently here in there, which can be helpful on regular work as well). If you were dutch, I'd recommend www.minisevenclub.nl/forum
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I've helped a mate turn a pile of brown dust into a gleaming 1380cc Mini over 6 years, it's been some project and it's made me want one now!

Possibly the only classic Mini with some new Mini parts (his dad is a BMW service manager, also means my baby gets personal attention!), has Mini hoses, side repeaters, 3rd brake light and S badge, and a 7-series battery in the boot!

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Another good forum for you to try is www.minifinity.com
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Could also try www.theminiforum.co.uk for ideas/help
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