Classic Mini Clubman - New Headliner & Update On Build

[@tonyaylott4114]

You've done a great job Marc, its looking great 👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy. I have to admit I am happy with how it’s turning out.

[@gavinivers8941]

Car is looking great. Headlining looks good as well.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Cheers thanks buddy 👍

[@jamesbarrie2965]

Looking good, headlining’s well done👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@becko1969]

Looks great Marc 👍🏻

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@rustyautocitye7381]

Thanks for the update video, always good to see what you have been up to with the Clubman. That headliner looks really smart, like the choice of fabric.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Cheers buddy glad you like it. It’s a case of trying to document as much as possible. But was nice to chill and work on the car with the other half. Thanks for watching 👍

[@owencook2332]

Thanks for another great video! My 78’ had a very similar headlining. Stay safe! I look forward to more updates!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@CooperSTraveller]

Ace job on the headliner ... a job I hate doing. Wee Clubbie coming together so well 👌🏻

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy I appreciate that.

[@johnpocock5013]

Looking really good, love the colour

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@Bertsretrorides]

Looks great 👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy

[@robertwilson6020]

Looking great.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy

[@miniman2645]

Carnt wait for you to get detailing on that clubby.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Haha I am not looking forward to it 😂

[@graemew7001]

Your other half has the patience of a saint and has done a fantastic job on the headliner, perforated was the way to go. IMO the engine has to be black. That car is a credit to both of you, on a budget and looking that smart.

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks Graeme she has smashed the headliner it looks ace for sure. Yes I am on the side of leaning for that colour so it looks original and period correct I guess.

[@Car_and_classic_lover]

Headliner lookes great seen that type of headliner on several classic cars nice to see the bonnet on too.👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks we are really happy with it. The bonnet definitely finishes the car. Cheers for watching 😎

[@tonywatkinson3523]

Headliners mint 👌🏻 shall be dropping mine off soon 😉😂

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Haha I will put the kettle on.

[@johnlad1481]

Awesome job on the clubman I use to have one when I was 17 I had alot of minis back in the day the clubman i had i paid £50 for it couldn't open the drivers door as the hinge was rotten lol good times tho 👍

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Hey john that’s awesome I wish they were still £50 that would be ace. Sounds like some good story’s as well. Cheers for watching 👍

[@johnlad1481]

@@SimpsonsClassics ye I had lot of fun with them last one I had was a spi mini cooper..I'll look forward to more vids especially the cooper sports pack 👍

[@billywhizz98]

You have both done a great job of the headliner the mini is coming along nicely do the engine the same colour as the car

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy glad you like it. Hmm Now I have never see that done. Ideas ideas

[@billywhizz98]

I haven’t see on in that colour myself to be honest it’s an unusual colour for an engine that’s why I suggested it combined with a touch of black for the details but it’s your car your choice

[@patadamson4005]

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha. A water tight mini!!!!! Ahhhhhh. Good one!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Haha 😂 yeah I guess such a thing doesn’t really exist 😂

[@MiniMattTV]

Gold engine! Gold engine! Gold engine! 😁😁 do it

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Haha that might look odd in a yellow bay..

[@markdraper7]

Headlining looking good mate. Did you fold the headlining around the window edges or cut it off there?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy yes it was folded round the window edges and clipped up. Then trimmed back. So happy with it.

[@eror57]

Love the headliner! You have probably mentioned it in a previous video, but what kind of paint did you use? Cheers!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy glad you like it, I used 2k paint

[@jonnyelliott3870]

Headliner looking great, does it just get glued around the edges or does the rubber seals hold it?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy it gets glued round the edges then the headliner hides edge 👍

[@andyfry1970]

Hi Marc, headlining looking good! I do remember seeing a perforated one before, but can't remember what car? Coming on well 😊

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Thanks buddy yeah I the did do one but I can’t remember the year I am sure it was around 78-82 but can’t be sure either way it suits this car really well. Cheers for watching buddy 👍

[@ryandobinson6874]

Have you got a link got this headliner on ebay bro? i couldnt find it

[@SimpsonsClassics]

No worries see link... www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223482298169

[@owencook2332]

Woooooohoooo

[@carlreeve]

What size tip has the FLG got please?

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Mine has a 1.4mm tip 👍

[@carlreeve]

@@SimpsonsClassics nice one thanks!

[@thedjse]

Your Mrs fancy doing mine? Haha

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Haha I can always ask.

[@midgelambert3880]

Hi Marc, Love the new headliner. I have an engine question for you. When my pistons 1 and 4 are up, the flywheel TDC marks are nowhere in sight, but when pistons 2 and 3 are up the marks are visible. This means my timing is out 180 degrees I guess. What can I do to resolve this problem. I think it's impossible to put the flywheel in wrong and I'm pretty sure the timing gears are in the correct position. I'm at a loss to know what to do next. Wondering if you had any advice? Cheers, Midge

[@becko1969]

Midge Lambert take your distributor back out , rotate the engine until number 1 cylinder is at the top and the timing marks line up , then put the dizzy in with the rotor arm pointing to number 1 on the dizzy cap .. if I remember correctly that should give you a basic starting point

[@midgelambert3880]

@@becko1969 Thanks very much Chris I'll try that and let you know how I make out by way of Marc's site.

[@midgelambert3880]

Just thinking.... moving the distributor out and rotating the engine until #1 cylinder is at the top will not change the fact that when #1 piston is up and I look through the little port hole to see the timing marks there is nothing there. If I continue rotating the engine until #2 and # 3 are up the timing marks appear. ?