18 replies to this topic

[melvin4500]

Hi all, 

 

I am looking a numeric version of the book called ‘How to modify your mini’ from David Vizard.

Does anyone have digital copy of this unicorn?

Thank you

[nicklouse]

You won’t find one.

the publishers are strong on taking down any copyright infringement material.

[MatthewsDad]

Ebay item 145914357897

[beardylondon]

For ease:

https://www.ebay.co....emis&media=COPY

Edited by beardylondon, 10 August 2024 - 08:03 PM.

[Spider]

I think our new member is looking for a pdf version, which as best I am able to tell, doesn't exist.

[bpirie1000]

Very informative book.

I would first suggest that the Haynes is read and understood before you delve into the tuning depths of vizard.

A full understanding of a-series is very much required.

There are a few others available.

https://www.theminif...-haynes-manual/

I would also point you in the direction of the 1380 mininhuilder dvd collecton( probably available on youetube).

I would also suggestthe how to section on here.

https://www.theminif...-and-technical/

Save yourself some cash and keep,up to date there.

I would also request that a mini forum subscription is made as a gesture of thanks to maintain the web page and you can also get a discount at mini spares, which will cover the costs , usually within the first order.

https://www.theminif.../subscriptions/

Thanks and welcome to the forum.

[floormanager]

For ease:

https://www.ebay.co....emis&media=COPY

mine's in the same condition after 40 years of ownership.  Love it would never part with it.

Edited by floormanager, 11 August 2024 - 06:55 AM.

[nicklouse]

I’m just lucky.

 

[Ethel]

There's surely scope for a new edition, the old one still isn't as old the Mini though so it's still a good read. His Tuning the A Series could be better depending on what you're after.

 

You could see if you can borrow a copy through the library.

[Shooter63]

[quote name="Ethel" post="3770917" timestamp="1723366692"]There's surely scope for a new edition, the old one still isn't as old the Mini though so it's still a good read.

My understanding is that there are financial reasons as to why monsieur Vizard will not allow another print run, but that could be just be Internet puff.

Shooter

[mab01uk]

David Vizard kindly signed my 1977 copy of his 'How to Modify your Mini' book below at the 2012 Autosports Show at the NEC.

I did ask him about a new edition of the book, he seemed keen but sadly I don't think the original publisher HP Books was willing to finance the research and production of an updated edition.

Edited by mab01uk, 11 August 2024 - 04:46 PM.

[Markletley]

Try world of books, picked up 2 books by vizard for £3.50 each

[floormanager]

I’m just lucky.

MMine's like the one on the right
 

[nicklouse]

 

I’m just lucky.

MMine's like the one on the right
 

 

I was gifted the one on the left and the one on the right might actually belong to someone I hope has forgotten about it as I think I borrowed it about 30years ago.

[floormanager]

Ha, mine's a one (not so careful) owner from new, purchased from Friern Barnet Minispares, back in the day.  Happy Days.