I clicked like before I watched it as all your videos are awesome and I knew this would be also.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that very much 💪
@xPUR3xSHOTZx3 жыл бұрын
Said this before but your videos are brilliant. The production quality paired with the knowledge/advice is unrivalled in the mini world.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@pep4162 жыл бұрын
I finally installed these KAD sway bar because of your video. Incredible handling. Thank you !!!
@RicardoSilva-qp4bb2 жыл бұрын
After curiosity I went to check where Stevestonmotorco business is located and to my surprise it is located near several "junkyards" for striping old cars and sell their parts and their metal. Odly enough the proposition here is to restore these beautifull cars. And what a job they do. Talented and professional service with some great videos to help spice things up. I wish the Mini scene around here in Portugal was anywhere near what you guys make of it. I would then seriously consider investing in one of these little cars just for the fun of it. They must be loads of fun to drive (specially considering the new wave of "anemic" full EV cars that more and more are being forced to the masses). No ECUs, air/fuel induction, mechanical distributor, screw/tappet valve adjustments, 3 pedals, 4 gears only, no power steering... They don´t make them like these anymore, for sure! Seing you drive that car made me feel I was actually enjoying driving one of them. Appreciate the interesting videos on these machines. 👍
@bernardhollis78343 жыл бұрын
This has been added to my shopping list for my trip to the UK in June. Loved the video, especially with the longer format. Can't wait for the next one.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@vdevov3 жыл бұрын
I've had this on my Mini for years now. Next to the KAD big brake kit, it's one of the best modifications I've ever done to the Mini.
@jorgepaplos3 жыл бұрын
I also clicked LIKE before I was finished watching it, yet after seeing the whole thing I have to say by FAR this has been YOUR BEST instructional video of all!!!, you hit points for every nut, washer, screw, tight, loosen, I mean shit!!, everyone of us non mechanic idiots following you can do this!!!, you left NOTHING to chance or doubt!, keep it up Phil!. Yes I own a Mini, yes I follow a couple of guys doing stuff on cars, and you my friend just put all of them to shame!!, FLAWLESS is the word to describe this video!!, of THANK YOU!!, I was thinking about adding this feature pro's and cons and even that is clear now. Now I gotta hit your website and send you a private email about a little issue I have LOL
@briangrant24263 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video. A really nice demonstration of what the ARB does and how it works. Step by step install was fantastic. I bought one solely based on your vid. I don't think I would have bothered to put one on without the detailed explanation, before and after drive, and commentary. Too much of a race thing I thought. I definitely notice less roll, nose dive, and understeer in the turns. It's not crazy, but just sweetens the cornering up a bit. Keep the great content coming!
@247LilJoker2 жыл бұрын
That min smile 😃 is always there
@goofandi2 жыл бұрын
Third time I've watched this and am still impressed. I'll probably be contacting KAD to order one. I purchased the quick shift you showed, installed it, and was truly amazed at the improvement, thanks to you. Your videos are the best!
@maxglaze11963 жыл бұрын
Another KAD product I’ll need to buy 😅 thanks for another awesome video!
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@MiniDude763 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Tech Tip vid, this is Steveston Motor Co back to its best. Love this style of vid, compared to your plug our product vids. Phil is excellent at explaining in simple terms, how it works, how it benefits the mini and you, how you fit it and how to adjust it, I have learnt so much from you guys. The cinematography is also spot on. Thank you guys 👍🏻
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! We wish we had time to do only these types of videos, but we've got bills to pay too.
@modernstoves24043 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great video, I’m in the midst of rebuilding a 94 Mini Works Group A Rally Car, with just 2000 miles on the clock, definitely going to fit the anti roll bar to the car to improve the handling. Fantastic video as always.. keep up the good work.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Right on! Thanks.
@pep4163 жыл бұрын
I am going to add the bar to my 1986 Mini which has a 1275 A+ motor. Need more grip. Thank you for the excellent video. Had no idea it would make such a difference. Need a shop like yours in Florida !
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Nice. They are very much worth it
@franciscomelendez38942 жыл бұрын
There is one in Doral!
@andyfry19703 жыл бұрын
Hi Philip, great video and how to install. You could definetly see the difference in the way the mini behaved. Has certainly made me think that it could be one of my next mods???
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
It's certainly a worthwhile modification.
@andreasezelius27503 жыл бұрын
This was the best mod I had on my classic mini. Lift off oversteer was hilarious and easy to control :D
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
LO oversteer brings on the smiles 😃
@peterallen5443 жыл бұрын
The Stevestonmotorco team put on of these on my mini. Handles extremely well and well balanced. As Phil was saying I like the way it takes away the under steer a lot and when it does start to oversteer its very easy to correct on power and get neutral. I really like what it added.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Yeehaw!
@arrindaley37143 жыл бұрын
I understand it as the rear is making a greater contribution to the overall roll stiffness, so you lose grip at the rear but you gain more at the front as the back with it's roll centre at ground level has a greater influence on roll. I've used the progressive rear hydro bumpstops to achieve the same thing, it would be interesting to see a comparison as theoretically the bumpstops won't be stealing grip from the inside rear tyre on cornering. I think the real problem is the mini's rear roll centre height and skewed roll, I managed to get my rear roll centre higher and it's beautiful to drive...
@rondon732 жыл бұрын
Did you use the extended front lower ball joints?
@arrindaley37142 жыл бұрын
@@rondon73 for the front yes, on the rear I built a semi trailing arm rear suspension, a lot of work but I'm happy with it.
@daveedwards95753 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the before and after, I think I should try and video and get that cornering angle of my Mini. I think every other type of car I've had does have anti roll bars.
@peterroshouse3 жыл бұрын
Many years ago I had an old Volvo where I learned the difference of adding sway bars. That car needed both front and rear. The difference is amazing and was significant for each change. I assume based on your comments that it's really only needed on the rear? I do see a front bar available too. Also, 5/8 seems good but 'more is better' makes me wonder about the 3/4. Definitely on my shopping list now. Thanks again for another great vid.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
It would depend on setup to get the slip angles you want and therefore understeer/oversteer tendencies. For the street, 5/8 rear bar is great. You would probably need to step up accordingly if you are increasing the lateral loads with stickier tires and pairing with a front bar. More isn't always better because adding too much rear bar would lead to too much oversteer and that would be slow (and probably scary) 😎
@mike444c33 жыл бұрын
Super content and super explanation as always Phillip. Love this channel
@mspeedP5T3 жыл бұрын
You mentioned the steering rack. I was under the impression an aftermarket quick-ratio was installed in the car. Also... lot's of chuckles about the right turn signal... ;)
@jazzy15313 жыл бұрын
Another item to add to the list of car purchases, love the video great as always!!!
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Yes! Thank you!
@Dodgersvids3 жыл бұрын
Great video....a comprehensive and honest approach as always...well done.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed it.
@DaveyuKay3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos, more like this please! Don’t live that far from KAD, got their short shifter because of your other video.
@GianmarcoLatcovich3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, I’m thinking about KAD short shifter. What’s your experience with it? Thanks in advance
@DaveyuKay3 жыл бұрын
@@GianmarcoLatcovich it's awesome! Much shorter throw and feels great! Would 100% recommend it, plus I'm by no means a mechanic but managed to fit it myself.
@GianmarcoLatcovich3 жыл бұрын
@@DaveyuKay thank you for your reply! I’ll buy one ASAP. I’m restoring my Cooper Mk6, a short shifter is needed!
@DaveyuKay3 жыл бұрын
@@GianmarcoLatcovich ah nice, you won't regret it! Made me wish I had more gears lol.
@Zride_983 жыл бұрын
sick video, definitely made up my mind to get a roll bar on my mini even tho its not a "classic" mini
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@grayfool2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Very informative and still fun.
@wadeeb3 жыл бұрын
excellent video
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙌
@joejoepop3 жыл бұрын
On plastic bushings, I would suggest a silicone lube like super lube. Some greases can really turn plastics into mush, over time.
@lucyfyrearchoftwilight92823 жыл бұрын
Nice tip
@phxsteele3 жыл бұрын
You don't have to use the same hole on both sides. You can fine tune to your liking by using different holes on either side.
@stefanmages79263 жыл бұрын
Really nice and professional explained but even if the effects of arb is totally correct the physics behind are different. It doesn’t lift the inner wheel. Furthermore it applies additional spring stiffness to the outer and due that it applies more load to it and changes the contribution between the axles. That doesn’t mean that the arb axles grip is reduced by definition. Only if it reaches its limit of load/ side force capabilities it starts sliding. Main point is that the stress of the outer front is reduced and the contribution between front and rear is more even and therefore the participation of the rear axle on cornering is increased.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Well said, that makes sense and is better put than our off the cuff version.
@chrisjk933 жыл бұрын
Id like to see a Steering rack install video
@KnotNuts3 жыл бұрын
Great video, but… I disagree with your last statement. Do NOT (if you never did before) have a drive in a mini, especially a well sorted one. Because it will not be your last one. And you will become a addict, a maniac (or is it miniac?) And before you know it, you are trying to sell your own body parts… for body parts. ;-)
@garyrowe58 Жыл бұрын
Way back when, I rallied a 1330 on tarmac (lsd, splits, s/c dropgears etc) with no anti-roll bar and loved the way the rear would hang out on fast corners, and understeer was only on too much throttle. What effect would a rear arb have had, especially at high speed on bumpy roads?
@Mac_Arlo3 жыл бұрын
Love your work... Have you fitted a rear rollbar to a van/countryman I'm not sure if the rear subframe / fuel tank would get in the way?
@sergioromero2k3 жыл бұрын
Was thinking exactly the same...
@CarlesAC2 жыл бұрын
Great video! 👊
@cybermini3 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Regards from chile...atte. a mini fan!
@rolflyden63243 жыл бұрын
Great video! As usual :-) Good to have a scientific explanation 😁 with graphics of how it works and how it’s installed. How about a front anti-roll bar? Does it make sense on a street/track day Mini?
@radojovic23292 жыл бұрын
Since you’re talking about rear suspension, what do you think about replacing the rear subframe with KADs rear beam axle?
@macroprophet Жыл бұрын
Love the vids! btw, are the tires 12"?
@slotcarracingargentina30752 жыл бұрын
Great video as usually 👌🏻👏🏻. A dumb question what do you use to raise up the handle wheel ?
@djsmithe4 ай бұрын
You missed the Canadian Geese. No one would miss two. 25:40
@oczywizm2 жыл бұрын
aaaaaand now I need to buy a Mini...
@MrDizzy78 Жыл бұрын
Now I want to definitely install anti roll bars. Thanks for making this video. One question. What 10" wheels and arches do you usually use? I would like to replace 6x13"ET21 for 10" wheels do get better driveability.
@mspeedP5T3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Stop teasing me! :D
@CooperSTraveller3 жыл бұрын
Have you fitted the KAD bar to an Estate or van? Curious to know how it fits in reference to the under floor fuel tank. Been thinking of fitting one to my Cafe Racer Traveller. Great video by the way .... plenty of info and detail as you always do in you videos.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Unfortunately we haven't tried fitting one to a Traveller before. I'm sure someone out there has done it and posted some pictures.
@CooperSTraveller3 жыл бұрын
@@Stevestonmotorco no worries thanks. Will see if I can find photos of fitted. I have a rear strut brace that I designed and had made up so the addition of anti roll bar might make the car too stiff.
@eduardodedios82133 жыл бұрын
Now put one on the front and go even faster, great video as always
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Hoping to do some back to back tests with front bars as well.
@peterallen5443 жыл бұрын
Phil my mini still stalls out though after hard 360 cornering when I stop. I think I may have to do a tank/line replacement etc when I am nest up. Wish it could be sooner. You guys take care and great video.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Does it happen going around both ways or just to the left?
@peterallen5443 жыл бұрын
Both sides :>))) She is an ambi turner
@scottderuyter66273 жыл бұрын
Will any alignment shop know how to do a Mini? I’m in the mid west. Guess I need to do some research. Great video Phil.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
They should be able to dial it in to whatever alignment you want (if you *have the adjusters installed). In our city most alignment racks have trouble with small wheels so it's probably a good idea to call ahead and ask. Edit for clarity
@gavinivers89413 жыл бұрын
Good video explaining the use, fitting of a rear sway bar. Like the front air dam, where did you get it?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. The front lip is an unknown one from Japan.
@ToddDunning2 жыл бұрын
Yeah the quality of your series is preventing a lot of mini suppliers and shops from thinking they’ll be competitive with their own.
@EjuEj9 ай бұрын
Hi! I have a Rover Cooper 1991, I live in Italy . Do you think that anti roll - bar can be used on a completly stock car?
@idemchuk05063 жыл бұрын
Another video!
@janetashkenazy74432 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, Is the black Mini, the one that refers to KAD anti-roll bar article has by any chance a NIKKI carburettor- if so it is a Mini that my husband sent to his brother in Toronto. Best regards. J.A. Denmark
@hosrow3 жыл бұрын
Another winner, Phil. Thanks for sharing. Does the car you were driving have a short shifter? It looked like you changed gears effortlessly. I have a 5 speed with a lot of travel and effort when changing gears. Is it possible to install a short shifter on a 5 speed trans?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
This one had a KAD short shifter. Ease of shifting is usually up to the condition of baulk rings in the transmission! But the KAD unit is very nice. Not sure about the 5 speeds as they usually require their own special shifter.
@TheRedMoron3 жыл бұрын
Erm, is it just me? If you mounted the brackets upside down the links would act even more in a vertical position. I understand that such there might be interference with the exhaust.
@handsonbrompton78753 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@samperegreen70033 жыл бұрын
Hey! Does this setup sound about right? 1 degree negative camber 2mm toe-out 4 degrees Caster Would appreciate some advice 🙂
@izawa96883 жыл бұрын
Are that group 5 arches? I restore a MPI and want to drive it with 7x10 Mambas so the group 2 arches are to small, cause of the disc brakes. I think the group 5 could fit well, but I don´t have good pictures of those.
@joecommon41172 жыл бұрын
Can you weld the brackets onto the rear subframe instead of using bolts? Or could that warp the plate or subframe if done incorrectly
@yokingtomcat3 жыл бұрын
wow
@Vincent-px7ud3 жыл бұрын
Really great video! Thanks you! Do you what kind of side mirrors this Mini has?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
They're Runabout mirrors
@lucyfyrearchoftwilight92823 жыл бұрын
Pretty inexpensive upgrade and a great vid.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@maxbrown5563 жыл бұрын
this is great, could you do a vid with the KAD rear disks or is it the same process?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
It's more or less the same process. However, you will need the blades specifically for compatibility with the rear disc kit. The normal roll bar blades will have interference.
@adarkmindАй бұрын
What about front anti-roll bars?
@spatulaman2753 Жыл бұрын
That swaybar IS binding. It’s mounts are either too tight or it’s not square.
@Spawnx913 жыл бұрын
Really cool mod for the car, think it is not allowed in Switzerland... Sad :'(
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
:'(
@laan19563 жыл бұрын
Do you still reccomend this if you have a full multipoint bolt in cage? I also have red dots all round and protech shocks
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Definitely. A cage might add chassis stiffness but would be see the same benefits as on any mini 👍
@OIIIIOFanatic2 жыл бұрын
What seat belts/harness do you have installed in this car?
@CathodeRayNipplez3 жыл бұрын
I would luv a classic Mini but here in Australia they are now going for stupid money. A clean and sorted one is unobtanium coin. A stock 967 Morris Cooper S starts at $40,000 USD.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
It's crazy how much prices have gone up. That makes sense for a Cooper S though because there weren't many made.
@CathodeRayNipplez3 жыл бұрын
@@Stevestonmotorco A 1994 Rover Mini or 1977 Leyland Mini GT will still set you back $35,000 USD. Are they crazy expensive in the US?
@eduardodedios82133 жыл бұрын
@@CathodeRayNipplez 1991-1994 rover +- 12,000USD 1965-1974 about 25,000 1963 Cooper S, I think there’s one at 59,000 USD. If you look really good, sometimes you find good deals
@robertnehrbass77453 жыл бұрын
I have a 1967 998 cooper with hydro supp.Whats your take on adding these rollbars?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
We haven't installed roll bars with hydrolastic suspension before as we rarely see them in our part of the world. Maybe someone with first hand experience has discussed it on the forums. Our hunch would be that they would be beneficial because the principles shouldn't change even though the suspension design is different.
@harleyvincent41533 жыл бұрын
anyone recommend the front anti roll bar? as well as the rear
@dannywalker24623 жыл бұрын
Is there a roll bar for the pick up?
@AntsRC3 жыл бұрын
Do they work with wet suspension?
@laurencedevries2723 жыл бұрын
I need that steering wheel it looks great !? 👍
@SmallBlogV83 жыл бұрын
I think that's the one they sell on their website.
@snoosebaum9953 жыл бұрын
Why do your suspension cones look stainless ? what shocks are those ?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
They are new, maybe that's why they look like stainless. Shocks are kyb agx. A full rundown of the setup is during the first drive.
@snoosebaum9953 жыл бұрын
@@Stevestonmotorco thanks , just bought the roll bar ,,
@cree_lp30223 жыл бұрын
Can anyone Tell me what seats are in this car? I really like them
@michaelcable013 жыл бұрын
They look like cobra rsr seats
@brocks68253 жыл бұрын
Does it work with the KAD rear disc brake conversion kit?
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Yes and you will also need the disc brake kit specific anti-roll bar blades (by KAD) with it.
@FirstLast-ox5ls3 жыл бұрын
What’s your suspension setup it’ss Francis with the blue 89 rover
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
Hi Francis, check out the beginning of the "before" test drive where Phil goes over the setup
@douglaspage10853 жыл бұрын
What would you do on a hydrolastic car?
@arrindaley37143 жыл бұрын
I don't think there's anything stopping you doing a anti roll bar on a hydro car, there's also progressive hydro bumpstops available that achieve much the same outcome.
@davidw71553 жыл бұрын
Interesting... So why is roll angle the big baddy? Curing understeer by reducing grip at the rear... hmmm. Why not increase front end grip? Front toe out... why? Do you have a negative scrub radius? Anti-roll bar, or sway bar... can’t be both, can it? “This left-hander”, turns right , doh!
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
An anti-roll bar allows more grip from the inside tire and by doing so increases total grip. Less body roll is also beneficial for the front because there is not much camber gain on compression to keep a good contact patch. Slight toe out helps turn in!
@davidw71553 жыл бұрын
@@Stevestonmotorco Sorry, massively not correct. 100% wrong Let me know if you want to know why...
@freedomsrt83 жыл бұрын
What tq do you tq your lug nuts to? Not asking what you think I should tq them to.
@Stevestonmotorco3 жыл бұрын
42 ft-lbs
@T5chum13 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know what type of wheel arches this mini have?