89 CLASSIC MINI RESTORATION - INNER WING REPAIRS & SCUTTLE CLOSING PANELS

[@darrencottrell5541]

It’s the little things, or not so little things in what you do Marc, terrific attention to detail and care taken at every stage. Cap doffed as always mate.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Cheers Darren it’s those little things that I really hope will make the car last

[@andyfry1970]

Hi Marc, great job you're doing there! Closing panels and scuttle, all looking good...a proper job with painting those hidden bits, but will aid with longevity! Great stuff 😊

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy I appreciate that. Just trying to make sure this car lasts as long as it possibly can that’s all. Cheers for watching 👍

[@johndaly2180]

Great job again another great video . 👍👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Cheers thanks buddy 👍

[@classicminiworkshop]

Great job Mark, I applaud you for the cavity painting in body-color. It must add a fair amount of time and expense. I tend to just cavity paint in whatever I have going spare!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks Keith, I know it’s not for everyone but it will be interesting to see how it lasts. Yes definitely some extra time for prep. And a few rattle cans from Halfords. Time will tell if it’s worth my while. But for now it looks pretty and and it’s a nice feeling to know it’s painted. Thanks for watching 👍

[@Bertsretrorides]

Getting through that list 👍. I need to get some of your stickers for the back of Bert.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Definitely a nice feeling working down the list for sure buddy. Stickers are going to be for sale soon. 👍

[@gimmefuelgarage8339]

Another proper job! love the detail on the closers, ill be re watching when i have to do mine!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks for that buddy. Just want to make sure it’s all protected the best I can 👍

[@gimmefuelgarage8339]

@@SimpsonsClassics exactly, im the same with cavities, ill be seam sealing priming and painting what ever i can to give it the best possible protection. Hopefully save the dreaded rust for a while longer :P

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@gimmefuelgarage8339 just got to do what we can preserve these cars haven’t we buddy. Can’t wait to see more on yours

[@Involvod]

Nice one mate, I don't like messy KZbinrs at all even though I am one 😂 Looking good there

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Haha 😂 your not that bad at all.

[@thegemhiveantiquejewellery796]

Nice work mate, i live in Settle so next time you and your mates are up my way in your minis give me a shout and we can have a tour round the dales. I saw the video where your mate broke down, that was just down the road from me. Just got a 1275GT so should be on the road this summer. 👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks Buddy for that. Well we are planning some runs out so will definitely include you so each this space newer the summer when we mention a run out again.

[@thegemhiveantiquejewellery796]

@@SimpsonsClassics everything you have done to your mini has been done to mine, only difference is i am paying £1 a minute to have it done and your a lot cheaper!

[@roverminithirty]

Where are you based? I'm restoring my mini 30 at present and watch your videos for hints and tips, please keep up the good videos. Thanks Richard

[@SimpsonsClassics]

In the north west. Glad the videos are helping. All the best with your car 👍

[@thegemhiveantiquejewellery796]

Can i ask a bit of advise, looking to get new shock absorbers for my mini and a new clutch as well as the engine is out of the car so it will be a good time to do it. Any recommendations for both?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Yeah not worries, shock wise all depends on what you want from the car I use KYB gas self adjust one on most my cars cars they are good daily shock and provide a nice ride. If you want something more sporty I would say spax are the the ones you want loads of different ones from them available. Clutch wise again depends what you want from the engine but a Borg & beck is a good one for a standard set up.

[@thegemhiveantiquejewellery796]

@@SimpsonsClassics thanks for that i have been looking at Protech shocks, any experience of these?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@thegemhiveantiquejewellery796 no worries, yes I know a few people with those I am after some for my van when the time comes 👍

[@leemustionhbucket8947]

Great video again as always, love the attention to detail, how many hours in are you with this project now?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks for watching Lee. I have lost count with the amount of hours now on this one as it’s been a stop start process really. Far to many I bet.

[@ClassicMiniProjectsUSA]

I believe I take the win for messiest youtuber! :)

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Aha no you aren’t that bad. Enjoying your content buddy

[@ClassicMiniProjectsUSA]

@@SimpsonsClassics my garage is a mess I really need to get out there and clean it! It's just a chore I don't want to tackle

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@ClassicMiniProjectsUSA haha don’t blame it’s time you could be working on a project. But a tidy space is a tidy mind 👍

[@ClassicMiniProjectsUSA]

@@SimpsonsClassics yes! Soon! Going to get a better work bench and clean up a bit

[@SimpsonsClassics]

@@ClassicMiniProjectsUSA sounds like a plan buddy

[@MadeInGreatBritain]

Why do you have a ‘Welsh Liberal Democrats’ sign on the wall lol

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Good spot it was found while green laning somehow it ended up there. It had now since been binned 🤣