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

Hi all and welcome back to the channel, in this episode we get the scuttle closing panels fitted and the inner wings repaired. Not long now and we can start playing with the front end panels.
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[@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 👍

[@Retrorides7850]

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. 👍

[@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.

[@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 👍

[@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 👍

[@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

[@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.

[@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 👍

[@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 🤣