1975_mini Posted June 25, 2015 Report Posted June 25, 2015 As some of you know I have been battling gremlins in Watson's brake system. Hence no updates on any of my fun projects. He has a soft fading brake pedal no matter what I seem to do. I thought I had found the culprit in a failing brake hose, but no luck. I put together the below decision tree to lay out my plan of attack this Saturday. If anyone wants to stop by feel free to shoot me a PM for the address, offering a cold beer for you r two cents, I am at my wits end.:banghead: 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
R53NERD Posted June 27, 2015 Report Posted June 27, 2015 Send me your name number and address. If I'm not busy u don't mind lending a helping hand. I have a feeling you are going to move right across the top of that list.
IndiCooper Posted June 27, 2015 Report Posted June 27, 2015 park it on the hill, im sure the insurance people value it higher than what you paid. Then you can start from scratch. #becauseracecar :top::motor:
1975_mini Posted June 27, 2015 Author Report Posted June 27, 2015 park it on the hill, im sure the insurance people value it higher than what you paid. Then you can start from scratch. #becauseracecar :top::motor: True would get more than I paid. Lol 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
IndiCooper Posted June 27, 2015 Report Posted June 27, 2015 That's why i dont worry about locking the duck most of the time.
1975_mini Posted February 26, 2016 Author Report Posted February 26, 2016 I am throwing the kitchen sink at this brake problem and boosting Watson's cool factor in the process. I have ordered a front disc conversion kit to replace these temperamental front drums. I also ordered all the components to replace the master cylinder and switch to a dual line system. So I will be turning some wrenches in the garage in April. I will likely toss an event up for those that want to join in the fun. As always all will be welcome to join. Need to get Watson ready for brandy to dive around this spring.:motor: 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
Brandy_Brown Posted February 26, 2016 Report Posted February 26, 2016 Please come help, I will be fresh out of a cast so no helping!!! http://www.dcmetrominis.org/forums/image.php?u=1132&type=sigpic&dateline=1367319111
kickn_wing Posted February 26, 2016 Report Posted February 26, 2016 I'm in HOONIGAN Manic stage 2+, H&R springs, H-Sport 19mm sway bar, K&N intake, Forge Bov, Miltek downpipe, Mini Challenge Exhaust, Alta hotside pipe, Noname Intercooler, Cravenspeed short shifter, Sneed4speed Billyclub, Sneed4speed Aero Package, Sneed4speed ETR, Sneed4speed track rotors, Carbontech AX6 brake pads
Edge Posted February 29, 2016 Report Posted February 29, 2016 I'm not very mechanical... more technical, so I don't think I'd be much help. I'm still very curious to hear about it and how it turns out though! "Mr. OEM" - 05 JCW (TK, GPIC, SS, GPTA, R56 RSB, StBr, R56 BBK, GPWhls, SV, RS, R56 GSI, IES, StrWhl, GK, HG, LBIT) MCS, HB/HB, Packs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. LSD, Rear FL, LB/PB upholstery (inc. LB SB & HB), HB Int, Anth. HL, PDC, Nav. OEM: DPSM+Aux, SIRIUS, BT, RV Cam, Aux gauges, ILK, Alarm, AK, PFM, DL, SpLnk, CFD, CSL, BIW, R52 diag rods, EuroTL, EuroWT, EPS, EASM. AM: IanCullAUC, Intravee+KCA420i, SchrothR4, MM-STR. License Plate: SUV2BIG MotoringID: CARVE129
1975_mini Posted March 1, 2016 Author Report Posted March 1, 2016 Awesome. I will post a event closer to April. I look forward to it. 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
melissa99 Posted March 1, 2016 Report Posted March 1, 2016 I'll be there to drink all your beer! :beer:
1975_mini Posted March 1, 2016 Author Report Posted March 1, 2016 I'll be there to drink all your beer! :beer: I expect nothing less from you, I will fill it with IPA since that's all you left me last time. 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
unstable Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 In as long as I'm available. Brian 2006 British racing green with black roof.
1975_mini Posted March 7, 2016 Author Report Posted March 7, 2016 Well my drum to disc conversion might not be happening now, as after listing the parts as in stock and then sitting on my order for five days I get a friendly letter from minispares.com saying they do not have all the parts in stock (the 7.5" calipers). They provided three options: (1) they ship what they have and then I pay shipping again when the rest of the parts are back in stock. (that like $100 from the UK) (2) cancel the missing parts and ship the remaining order. (3) they sit on the order till t...hey get the parts, no estimated date given. I do not claim to be a master mechanic, but a brake kit with no calipers does not seem to helpful so 1 and 2 are out. Option 3 puts parts sitting in my garage for 18 months while I'm gone so that's out. I made my own option cancel my order and I will find a company that has the integrity to list their proper inventory, and is able to deliver on the products they offer. I will update once I see if someone else can deliver.:banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead: 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
unstable Posted March 10, 2016 Report Posted March 10, 2016 Damn! Well hopefully you can find what you need so we can get him running! Brian 2006 British racing green with black roof.
