Mini Servicing
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Categories: Mini ServicingUnderstanding Classic Mini Tyres
Have you ever noticed that the tyres on your Mini have writing on the sidewall? Often a combination of numbers & letters, these identify your tyre size, type & performance features that probably won’t mean very much to the driver however, they are vital when purchasing a replacement tyre for your Mini. When looking to […]
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Categories: Mini ServicingMini Clutch Issues - Troubleshooting!
This week on the blog we’re letting you know about some quick checks you can perform on your Mini to check your clutch is performing as it should be! Before you begin, you need to know if the clutch in your Mini is pre-verto or verto… If you have a short clutch arm, around 3 […]
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Categories: Mini ServicingMini Headlights Guide
This week’s blog is a guide to Mini Headlights – when and how to replace or restore them. Mini Headlights can get cloudy overtime, resulting in a much dimmer beam than is safe! Below we take a look at the causes & what you can do to combat this on your Mini. Your Mini’s Headlights […]
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Categories: Mini ServicingClassic Mini Head Gasket Guide
An In-depth Guide to Its Role, Failures, and Maintenance Mini vehicles are renowned for their compact size and thrilling performance. These wonders on wheels owe their power to several intricate components working in perfect harmony, with one of the unsung heroes being the head gasket. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve deeper into the role, […]
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Categories: Uncategorized & Mini ServicingWhat Happens When You Don't Change the Engine Oil in Your Mini?
Changing the oil in your Mini is a relatively easy job to do, but what happens if you don’t stay on top of it? This week’s blog takes a look at the issues you can face & also talks you through how to do it yourself! Changing the oil & filter in your Mini helps […]
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Categories: Mini ServicingChecking & Replacing Mini Brightwork!
This week on our 'Home Servicing' blog, we decided to have a look at Mini brightwork. Often seen as a 'finishing touch', the brightwork completes your Mini, so it's time to take a look at these parts and have your Mini in tip top condition and looking it's best, for driving when lockdown is over! [...] -
Seeing warning lights in your Mini can be worrying, especially if you're unsure what they mean. These lights are there to alert you to a potential issue that needs attention—so don’t ignore them and hope they’ll disappear on their own. In this week’s blog, we’ll go over the different warning lights that may appear in [...] -
Categories: Mini ServicingSwapping to 10" Mini Wheels
10" Wheels: Unleash the Classic Mini's Inner Go-Kart (and Look Amazing Doing It!) Thinking of taking your classic Mini back to its roots? Swapping to 10" wheels isn't just about that retro look (although, let's face it, those iconic wheels are pure eye candy). It's about reawakening the nimble spirit that made the Mini a [...] -
Categories: Mini ServicingTop ‘Must Have’ Tools
Here at Mini Sport we understand the importance of a job done right. And that means, using the correct tools when working on your Mini! As a result, this will ensure both your safety when working on the car and that you’re doing the job correctly, ensuring your safety when behind the wheel of your […]
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Categories: Mini ServicingHow To: Adjust or Replace Ball Joints
This blog has been put together to advise you on the steps to take to adjust or replace your Mini's Ball Joints. With the front of the Mini jacked up and stabilised with axle stands under the subframe Remove the road wheel Loosen the ball joint nut (do not completely remove) Loosen the ball joint [...]