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I think the coil is ok as i took off each spark plug lead one by one when she was running and each cylinder seems to be firing ok. Maybe this isnt the best way to test a coil? Coolant temp. sensor seems to be ok aswell. Anyone know anything about throttle position sensors or how to test them? or any...

all rubbers appear to be in good condition and well sealed. any tips on how to test if they are sealing correctly and if not where can i get replacements? other forums say to change the coolants temp. sensor, is this worth a shot or is there other things to test first?

I have a 1992 austin cooper 1275 spi. She starts and ticks over perfect but when you drive her anything over 2000 rpm she begins overfuelling and backfiring under the air box. Anyone know what this could be? She hasnt been driven much in the past year and only modification is a straight through exha...

That what i was thinking not looking to sell for awhile was just wondering what there making roughly. Are they worth more than non-injection mini's of the same year?

Much appreciated thanks. What is the average market value for one of these fully restored? Tested for 6 months, 4 new tyres, refurbished alloys etc.. http://www.irishminis.ie/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=7947

I recently had my mini in the garage for a few small jobs (focus the lights, tracking, etc.) when the mechanic started asking about my engine. Its a 1992 Austin Cooper 1.3 injection. He doubts that mini's came out with all the electrics such as ECU and all the sensors to go with it at that year. I l...

Oooh your making me nervous My mini is going for its first NCT since its been done up on monday!

Ya sorry pics got mixed up before i posted it!

Thanks for the help. Are they hard to make them fit? i thought i would need smaller seats because of head room and width inside the car

Just looking for some advice on fitting different seats to my mini. The ones i have are not very comfortable and im just wondering does anyone know what type of seats fit comfortably and how hard is it to fit them? any help is appreciated

Sandblast it first. Becareful when you go to see it after sand blasting as there may not be much of your car left! We have our own sandblaster as we restore vintage tractors so i had a fair idea how bad it would be! Its much easier to cut out the old bad metal and weld in the new metal after sandbla...

Started around august, Wasnt working on it full time though because im still in school! The respray took the longest it was away for almost two months and got it back at christmas time and have been putting it beck together since then. Had a lot of doubtful moments throughout the process but washed ...

Well lads this is my 1992 Mini Cooper 1275cc. Bought it last year, stripped it out, sandblasted it, replaced floor pans, sills, etc. Just got the new stickers fitted last night so looking finished at last :D Have tons more pics of the full restoration if anybody wants a look :!: If ye have a spare m...

Have more pics if you need them. Second pic has 6x12 on front and 12x5 on the back

Had them on my mini at first. Didnt think they suited the sportspack arches as they wern't wide enough even with spacers. Refurbished and fitted 6x12's last week and they really set the car off. I have loads of photos with the standard wheels if you want a look

New relay sorted the problem. Thanks for all the help Much appreciated

Wouldnt be a problem with ECU or a fuse for fuel pump anywhere? just before i go taking out the pump i want to eliminate everything

Went to start my 1992 mini cooper 1275 last night but she wouldnt fire. She kept turning but it was like she is out of petrol. the fuel pump didnt make the usual buzzing noise it always makes when the key is turned on. Anybody know what the problem might be?

Thanks in advance