Here is the start of the new thread mentioned in the "Soliciting Thoughs & Opinions" thread. Old thread from Lounge (https://www.restorationmini.com/forum/index.php?topic=3045.0)
I have started collecting the parts I think will be needed, along with a few spares.
I got in a new set of drop gears from Mini Spares - their EVO series square cut in the selections for an "economy" ratio of about 0.9 versus the 1.04xx I currently have. I also ordered a new input bearing, since I have to change the input gear. I also got a couple of clutch oil seals, housing gaskets, and manifolds gaskets. I am getting the Jet Motors Turbo kit with the complete intake, carb, fuel pump, and fuel pressure regulator. I am also getting their dual boost/AFR gauge and mounting pod. I found on ebay a vented rocker cover for the A-Series from a Morris Minor that I can refurbish to have extra venting as recommended. I am also going to upgrade my ignition coil to a "Flamethrower II". I can stay with my current distributor since I already upgraded it with an Accuspark module.
The plan is to start the project in November - after the area "car show season". While doing the performance upgrades, I will also be installing the exterior wood kit as used on some of the Mini Estates from the 1960s.
I will try to post more with pictures as the whole project progresses.
I'm excited to see the turbo kit go on, post up lots of pics, please!
BTW, those straight cut drop gears are NOISY! That's why stock ones are helical...
Following. :grin: