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[tomb1992]

Progress this Weekend Started with the sound proofing! found the job quite enjoyable (like wallpapering but in a car ha ha) managed to do the drivers and passengers side foot well and above my the pedals and bulk head haven't even put my sound deafening mats back in and noticed a big drop in engine noise and i still have 3 sheets left so need to put some behind the dash panels and door panels and also in the back so will need another pack.


Also got very bored and did one of those exhaust sound videos if any one is interested.





Will be off to Curborough sprint track boxing bay for another run so will get some pics and a lap video (If i remember to turn the sound on this time )

Thanks for looking and merry Christmas

Edited by tomb1992, 31 March 2013 - 03:25 PM.

[tomb1992]

Finally have a update. curdbough when brilliantly Boxing day ended up doing the long course and the rain mad it a lot more interesting we arrived late and was put in group 7 so no wing man to record my run but all in all a great evening.

Update sound proofing on floor finished and carpets/ Insulation are know in (Supposedly made to fit) spent a lot of time cutting and shaping but happy with the out come.







Next up Will sound proof the Front Door cards.
need some opinions on white paints and codes to use for a outside re spray was thinking on a BMW alpine white Color for something Different but open to suggestions.
I also need to make my mind up on seats either recline-able race style bucket seats that fit a Mini or some classic style seats with good support?

[Treacle91]

has the sound proofing made that much of a difference? i was thinking about doing it myself but didn't know if it was worth it.... i like the noise. it's the passengers that complain!

[tomb1992]

has the sound proofing made that much of a difference? i was thinking about doing it myself but didn't know if it was worth it.... i like the noise. it's the passengers that complain!

I hear less engine and road noise but compared to my old 106 its still quite noisy you have to concentrate to notice the difference. and even though i chosen some of the think stuff it still wights a ton! so over all would recommended just turning your stereo up instead

[tomb1992]

Small update just brought some new headlights and Arch trim for after spraying.
Still need to decide on what white Color and when/ Where to get it Sprayed.

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[tomb1992]

sigh! guy who quoted me for a outside respray backed out on me for know so need a good place in the Birmingham area to get the outside resprayed. has any one got a good contact? be greatly appreciated

[tomb1992]

got rear ended by a van on the way to work had to go through the guys insurance so they pretty much just want to wright my car off but ill keep moaning and get them to repair it!

honestly thinking off handing in the mini towel after its repaired and get a 205 GTI Instead. but will see how i feel if its fixed

[scotty_1987]

you'll miss your mini if you sell it though...i wouldnt do it especially for a french car lol!!

Nathan

[tomb1992]

you'll miss your mini if you sell it though...i wouldnt do it especially for a french car lol!!

Nathan

Yeah true missing it know its gone form been repaired to know i'm getting a pay out and also my car but the guy managed to sort it so its not cated I.e C or D so it will be classed as a normal car meaning i get money but then have to get it repaired my self some place so going to be off the road for a while!! Proof that insurance Company's know bugger all about cars!,so will prod swap for some classic insurance at a later date. Carnt believe they say its will be to much repair for them when its a boot and rear light Gerrrrrrrr

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[scotty_1987]

you'll miss your mini if you sell it though...i wouldnt do it especially for a french car lol!!

Nathan

Yeah true missing it know its gone form been repaired to know i'm getting a pay out and also my car but the guy managed to sort it so its not cated I.e C or D so it will be classed as a normal car meaning i get money but then have to get it repaired my self some place so going to be off the road for a while!! Proof that insurance Company's know bugger all about cars!,so will prod swap for some classic insurance at a later date. Carnt believe they say its will be to much repair for them when its a boot and rear light Gerrrrrrrr

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seems a bit stupid by the insurer as it is as you say a boot and a rear light man...but at least your getting it fixed man stick at it !1 it'll be worth it once its done

[tomb1992]

Been a long 5 Weeks with out my Car but finally got it back Yesterday!! been fizzing with excitement ever since.
the garage kindly did the repairs as well as respraying the back, also my rear arches/ Quarters and back Sub frame so will be getting in touch to get the rest of my mini resprayed there.



Also got some new plans on what i want done.

• Respray
• new cones, Shocks
• Honda S2000 Seats
• Stereo
• Possible rear Cage
• Clean engine Bay

also be purchasing a trolley jack and axial stands so i can get my car on stilts and alloys off so i can do a bit of cleaning and paint my Brakes Blue!! for the Extra BHP

[tomb1992]

had a issue with my carb this week decided to jam on me so after loosening it today i took it apart and gave it a good clean also did a bit off engine cleaning before the rain started will give it a better scrub in the week Gunk is great stuff to clean engines .
before

after

off sprinting tomorrow! and managed to get a iPhone holder so will get a video up soon . Thanks for looking

[ToM 2012]

nice! another white mini

[leroy26]

lookin great glad u kept it! enjoy the sprinting

[tomb1992]

nice! another white mini

Haha best paint color and owner name for a mini to

lookin great glad u kept it! enjoy the sprinting

thank you its got a long way to go tho. My mate got the wrong Date! so couldn't have a go round next up in April for a beginners trial at proper sprinting so can't wait