a bit offtopic, but its definitely pro-touring.

[cees67]

outside the box and awesome man!!!cant wait to see this thing done

[legend]

then once you have the hang of driving it, there's always

the turbo option

[dezl]

this thing is BAD! Glad to see that someone is doing something a bit different.

[rogue]

I've been a busy guy. Been pretty sick lately so I've been spending my time doing research and gathering parts.

The car is at my audio installer right now getting the following:

Keyless entry with alarm
Image Dynamics Component Speakers
Image Dynamics 10" Sub in the rear deck
Zapco Amp
HID headlamp ballast install
Hella E Code lamps

Should have it back this next week.

I have got the pro-motive kit en route from the guys in the UK. The wiring loom already converted.

Just picked up this clean 2003 5PW engine with 2000 miles:






I'm excited as hell to get Pro-Motive #35 up and running. It'll be the 2nd in the USA. I plan to daily drive the hell out of it.

I have the Voltage Regulator and ECU sitting here ready and just ordered the Dynojet Power Commander to tune the A/F ratio for the new airbox and be able to change maps on the fly driving around. Should put down about 160-180whp depending on the map and fuel.

I have had trouble finding a 2002-2003 R1 Gauge cluster in decent condition so I went aftermarket with a Koso Aftermarket gauge unit that displays the following:



Its a OK looking unit, with built in dummy lights, odometer, speedo, gear display, neutral display, blinkers, shift light and 7 different color changes... The unit is also capable of calculating 0-60 times, and distance top speeds etc.


It'll be recessed behind the steering column in a custom OEM looking dash with just the stereo. I want it hidden as much as possible. The digital dash systems like STACK and Racepak were too high end for a build like this I think.

For the HIDs, I'm using Hella E-Codes for their nice cutoff. Should keep me from blinding other drivers, but provide me a ton of light and hopefully other drivers will see me! I've had issued with people trying to squash me numerous times already.


Also got The Dynojet Power Commander for tuning purposes, and a Barnett racing Clutch. (R1 swaps in minis are notoriously tough on the stock R1 clutch, they always slip).



Just waiting on the motor and subframe to arrive and then its time to gut a perfectly good Mini. Maybe I can tow the mini to the track with the camaro, track both cars, and tow home

[rogue]

Originally Posted by MoparCar

Love this project. First time I saw Minis racing was at Steamboat Springs, CO years ago when they did the vintage racing through the streets by the resort. Awesome seeing them come through the hairpins lifting a back wheel! I love the conversion to the RI motor. There is a really nice right hand drive "S" for sale by me but it seems they want a bit much for it...or I think they do.

Wes

Most fun car I've ever ridden in or driven, hands down. They're an absolute blast.

[rogue]

Originally Posted by 89 RS

Cool car Dane. You got me interested to see how this Mini ends up, I'm liking it though. That's crazy that thing could weigh under 1000 lbs and that motor with the horsepower. Look forward to seeing it progress.

Thanks. Its going to be interesting for sure. I think getting used to the sequential transmission around town and odd clutch is going to take a while to get used to, but once its done, I'll be sure to get plenty of video of it 'surprising' people.

It'll also be strange driving around at 9k RPM.

[rogue]

Originally Posted by legend

then once you have the hang of driving it, there's always

the turbo option

I think I may have to roll hoop/cage it as is. And I don't want to, because dealing with 4 points and bucket racing seats sucks in a daily driver...

Don't think its going to need any more power

[frojoe]

This is going to be so badass it's not even funny...

[rogue]

Been sick but some parts came in...

2003 R1 5PW Fuel Injected Motor


Gotta love the tupperware crate...


Koso Gauge cluster



Dynojet Power COmmander

[ironworks]

Originally Posted by legend

nurburgring mini

this guy has some crazy 'ring videos, of his Vtec honda mini

this is a reversing transaxle and quaife diff combo expensive, but awesome for one of these

Do you have any pics of this installed in the car? and does this provide reverse for the R1 also?