A mad, bad Mini project

A mad, bad Mini project

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rjbcar27

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Monday 19th August 2013
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We were probably drunk.

I really can't remember how it all started but that's normally a good guess for projects like this.

After conceiving of the idea, my mate Nik was told by numerous people that 'It can't be done.' And that's the worst thing you can say to him - it only hardened his resolve. So before embarking on the project, we decided that it's so insane, we should film it. So we have.

We're taking the full engine, gearbox and running gear from a ST185 Toyota Celica GT4 and transplanting it into the Mini. There are obviously one or two little problems to overcome, but that'll be part of the fun.

There will be a few surprises on the engine side a bit later on, but for now we're concentrating on getting the Mini to a state where the transplant can start.

I have no idea how frequent the updates will be, we both work full time and it's a weekend thing only so it may take some time, but we're hoping to produce one of the fastest Mini's on the planet.

If you fancy taking a look at our progress, have a butchers at this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hCPODjJO7s

rjbcar27

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Monday 19th August 2013
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benters said:
great video. . humour and some genius stuff going on. . .bookmarked and waiting for the next episode.
Thank you very much!

rjbcar27

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Monday 19th August 2013
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benters said:
the jig is awesome. . .these things always get me thinking of what i could try to do to my everyday Lupo. . .V6 rear wheel drive could be fun !!
when can i get my next 'bad mini' project fix ??
Well, episode 1 went live only on Saturday and the end of it is about where we're at right now. I guess the next one is around 4-6 weeks away. I've got to wait for enough raw footage to be able to edit together a decent video. Take a look at the other 2 videos on our channel. There's the 5 minute 'trailer' that goes into a bit more detail of the project and then the outtakes from filming the trailer!

rjbcar27

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Wednesday 21st August 2013
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Thanks very much for the great responses guys! Really appreciate it.

Please feel free to share the video far and wide!

rjbcar27

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Thursday 22nd August 2013
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Hi Scranny,

That's a hell of a thing you've got! When ours is finished, fancy a trip down the strip?

rjbcar27

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Thursday 22nd August 2013
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Scranny,

We're hoping to have it rolling by Christmas and then a full strip down, shell dip and paint, clean and paint everything then finished by the spring ready for shows!

rjbcar27

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Monday 14th October 2013
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Thanks again guys. Episode 2 is scheduled for upload to YouTube on Friday!

rjbcar27

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Friday 18th October 2013
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Here we go guys. Episode 2 of Project Binky. I hope you all enjoy it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VKegYsSRG0

rjbcar27

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Wednesday 27th November 2013
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Patience is a virtue... Don't worry, we're working on it. Christmas time hopefully for episode 3.

:-)

rjbcar27

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Friday 20th December 2013
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Steve_W said:
See your videos got a mention in the latest Mini magazine - nice one.

Is the next chapter nearly ready or have your web service suppliers servers melted under the increased traffic? ;-)
We're editing episode 3 right now. Hope to have it to you within the next week or so.

Thanks,

Richard
Bad Obsession Motorsport

rjbcar27

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Tuesday 24th December 2013
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Here it is everyone, this is the long awaited Episode 3 of Project Binky.

Hope you all enjoy it and thanks for watching!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksbtdPgQM00&fea...

rjbcar27

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Saturday 28th December 2013
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Everyone, we're recording a Q&A session on Wednesday all about Project Binky, so if anyone has any burning questions you'd like answered, please let us know by email to info@badobsessionmotorsport.co.uk. Time is of the essence so be quick with your questions! We'll answer as many as we can and we'll get the video out within a week or so.

Cheers,

Richard
Bad Obsession Motorsport

rjbcar27

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Tuesday 14th January 2014
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Here's the Q&A session we recorded a couple of weeks ago. (Hungover...)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIwZ3igJVMI&fea...

rjbcar27

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Saturday 18th January 2014
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Steve_W said:
Lovely stuff; really enjoying following this.

BTW, what are you doing with the Mini's original wheels? scratchchin
Thanks Steve.

Most of the detritus from the original Mini is spoken for unfortunately!

rjbcar27

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Wednesday 22nd January 2014
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robemcdonald said:
Fantastic project. I really like the the thought process and attention to detail. I have always had an idea about putting impreza running gear in my Alfa sprint. This has given me real insight into how approach that sort of project. Sadly it has also highlighted the skill gap in engineering and fabrication skills.
I appreciate it's a crude question, but how much would you charge a customer for a similar project? (I will start saving)

Rob
Thanks Rob. The cost of Binky is not something we like to think about too much in all honesty, but to give you an idea, up to now - and it's no-where near finished - this is what we're up to:

Labour - 550 hours (ish, you work that bit out..!)
Steel - £300
Panels - £1500
GT4 - £1000
Mini - £Cheap
Plus all the consumables; discs, welder tips, wire etc.

That's just to where you saw it at the end of Episode 3. There's an absolute shed load of bits to be thrown at it over the next few months so the bill will increase exponentially.

That paramedic for Nik's wallet is on standby....

Cheers,

Richard
Bad Obsession Motorsport

rjbcar27

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Wednesday 5th February 2014
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benters said:
Guys, once you have made the beast, is it going to be sold, or used as a showcase for the company ? be great to see it either way
It's going to be Nik's daily run-around for a while!

We're aiming to show it over the summer after finishing it, maybe the odd magazine feature if we're lucky. Then, who knows...?

rjbcar27

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Thursday 6th February 2014
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Altrezia said:
My mate does the photos for most of the classic mini rags, happy to pass on his contact details if you need an 'in'.
That's really kind of you, thanks. When we're a bit closer to finishing it, I'll let you know.

rjbcar27

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Friday 7th February 2014
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Pixel-Snapper said:
Guys get in touch with Jon (Jonbetts) on theminiforum.co.uk he is a writer for Mini Magazine and did the feature on my Van. I'm sure he would be interested in covering binky
Thank you sir!

rjbcar27

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Tuesday 18th February 2014
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Just to keep you up to date, the final edit for episode 4 is happening right now with an expected upload to YouTube on Monday 24th Feb! (Hopefully)

I'll post it here when it's ready! :-)

rjbcar27

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Wednesday 19th February 2014
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Here it is guys, Episode 4

Hope you enjoy it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93JcDqxAOK0