Mini Me Project...The Orange Juice Transformation

X2Board · Rebel Zorce Ossifah Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Posts: 138

the vodka could be about 1275 ml
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dlittlelion · Posted: Sat May 05, 2007 3:09 pm Post subject:

o.k. folks so much for the Laughing

comedy hour Razz

now back to business!!!!!!

the first coat of primer was finally applied highlighting all the little imperfections on the body

Finally the painting stage is getting closer just a few days away this stage is very important and will ultimately play an important part in the final product

Still on the tings to do list are

1) build drive system for the power windows 45% complete
2) fabricate cam system for the power locks 10% complete
3) fabricate cam system to convert inside door handle 0% complete
4) design door panel to incorporate new inside handle both window and lock motors a pair of 6� mid bass drivers and a bullet or dome tweeter
5) design and build dash 75% complete
6) design and build center consol running from the dash right up to the back seat this center unit will house the sound system auxiliary switches rear cup holders A/C ducting and vents for the rear passengers 100% (design)
7) design and build circuits to digitize gauges 100% (design) 15% Construction

My target date for 100% competition is June 30th Rolling Eyes

Plex · Posted: Sat May 05, 2007 9:32 pm Post subject:

Nice...

dlittlelion · Posted: Mon May 07, 2007 8:57 pm Post subject:

the base coat was applied today have a look

The gloss is unbelievable after this base some coat putty and wet sanding will be used to further smoothen and correct any imperfections on the body

DNicK · Sith-ing down in the corner Joined: 28 Nov 2005 Posts: 57

I like

X2Board · Rebel Zorce Ossifah Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Posts: 138

waayyyy.. !!!!!

I admire this car in its present condition more than any foreignused roverjapan on the road right now

excellent work there david
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MG Man · Posted: Wed May 09, 2007 3:07 pm Post subject:

dlittlelion · Posted: Wed May 09, 2007 7:40 pm Post subject:

Progress is a bit slow now as the painstaking task of identifying and marking the imperfections in the paint job started as well as finishing work is being done to the yellow monster in the background

nothing is being done to the engine bay because I�m still undecided on a power plant

MG Man · Posted: Thu May 10, 2007 5:59 am Post subject:

Powerplant??

HAYABUSSSSSAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
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zodiaque · Dude where's my Car? Joined: 06 Apr 2005 Posts: 602

Liking this project. What did you build the fenders and side skirt out of btw?
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dlittlelion · Posted: Thu May 10, 2007 12:55 pm Post subject:

dlittlelion · Posted: Sat May 12, 2007 8:22 am Post subject:

Finally she was painted yesterday��the gloss is brilliant although the painter is not satisfied with the job I love it hope to post some proper pics soon.

The interior and under the fenders will be painted over the weekend.

dlittlelion · Posted: Sat May 12, 2007 10:30 pm Post subject:

as promised pix of the final product

now that the body is painted the all the other stuff like the outer door handles tail lights head light finishers etc etc etc looks out of place (old)

lots of finishing work is still to be done.

X2Board · Rebel Zorce Ossifah Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Posts: 138

David,
The car looks amazing!!!! things like this is what makes me feel proud as a mini owner ,.... it is very encouraging and inspiring to everyone when they see a mini brought to this condition & the hours & $$ put into it..
There are a few potential mini owners in work here & they were all blown away when they saw the pics on this thread... one guy is presently restoring a mini 850 & this gave him real enthusiasm to push more work on the car ..

Keep up the good work !!!

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zodiaque · Dude where's my Car? Joined: 06 Apr 2005 Posts: 602

Looks sweet, the orange suits it well Cool

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