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The guide of the old mini cars
http://minicarcare.blogspot.com
This blog,in addition to the usual maintenance details for old mini cars, an attempt is made to explain the "whys" and "wherefores" of the various jobs.
- Added on: Sep 22nd, 2009
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Author: Daniel MC
- Listed in: Auto Repair Cars
- Tags: car repair mini cooper mini cars mini car care old mini cars guide of minis
Recent Posts
Car Care and Service Manual
Do-it-yourself servicing and maintenance for practical ownersThe object of this website is not just to record what must be done and when to do it;a manufacturer's handsite does that quite adequately.Here, in addition to the usual maintenance details,...
Getting to know your car
When the Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor were introduced in 1959, after eight years of design and development, they caused a sensation in the motoring world—for the new B.M.C. Minis bristled with unconventional ideas, but were nevertheless essen...
Towing the Car
The car should never be towed with the front wheels on the ground if a transmission fault is suspected. Garage assistance should be obtained as it is necessary to lift the front end of the vehicle on a suitable towing rig. In other cases the car can ...
Emergency Starting
If the battery has insufficient charge to turn the engine over with the starter motor but is providing sufficient current to operate the ignition system, it is not possible to start the car in the usual way by enlisting the aid of friends to push it ...
The Automatic-transmission Models
The automatic transmission which is available on the Austin and Morris Minis provides two-pedal, fully-automatic motoring or complete manual control of the gears, at the choice of the driver. It is particularly well suited to the Mini, since it gives...
Steering and Roadholding
Expert drivers were quick to appreciate the light, precise steering and the excellent roadholding of these little cars, qualities which were subsequently demonstrated in many international road rallies, races and similar competitive events. Unlike ma...
