Project Binky

Mini_Madness · Mini_Madness

I understand the concerns for space within the mini, however there is a rather hot 3inch exhaust under the car would it not be a bad idea to heat shield wrap the exhaust? considering how thin the floor may or may not be. also it promotes better heat into the turbo if you only do it from the block to the turbo,...

Niek · Niek

Seeing as the boys are going to run 13" wheels, my thinking is the tyre circumference will be rather less than that of oem Celica tyres. This means revving the nuts off the Toyota engine at normal motorway speeds. Makes for nice acceleration but also increased petrol consumption and a lower top speed...

The Chief Smeg · The Chief Smeg

Is it me, or does Binky look like its wearing a set of "Carlos Fandango super wide wheels" ?

The Chief Smeg · The Chief Smeg

right, I know we are a ways off yet, but I'm pretty certain that Nick and Richard have already planned this, BUT, what is planned for the lights? Anyone who has owned/currently owns a classic mini will tell you that the headlights are... well crap. What then we ask ourselves is planned for when darkness...

Rodney Schultz · Rodney Schultz

i know that you are "just a couple of blokes ****ing about", but I am curious as to how much forethought and planning went into Binky BEFORE you fired up the grinders? It can't all be on the fly engineering, can it? Thanks for all of the time and effort you have put into this project so far. Most entertaini...

GrayRaceCat · GrayRaceCat

The Celica had power assisted brakes, I assume the Mini did not. Question is, will the transplanted Celica brakes work well enough without power assist, or are there plans to mount a remote servo unit or two? I was thinking at minimum boost the front brake circuit, but given it has rear disks they may wa...

Mini_Madness · Mini_Madness

In the eventuality that the episode doesn't come out before Christmas have you ever thought about a combined outtakes and Q and A episode? [video=https://youtu.be/uSTbnT8D_DI?t=6m2s]

The Chief Smeg · 3006882

I'd be curious to see a list of what parts are beign used and from what donor vehicles they have come from if not new aftermarket parts. I'm learning loads, so it would be interesting to see where the sum of the parts are assembled from. Where are the window mechanisms from, where did the fuel pumps come...

1275Duffer · 1275Duffer

Shouldn't the new (snazzy and bijou) alloy tank have an earth strap - to protect against Pump/Sender/Wiring problems which may cause the tank to float (!) up to 12V? After all, it is sat on foam strips, and that sort of "heat damage" won't buff out with T-Cut....

cardinal · cardinal

Saw the tease on Facebook. Not sure if I can survive till Friday! I'm guilty of refreshing the youtube channel, just hoping I'll get lucky...

Californian Imp · Californian Imp

What a perfect platform to exhibit the skills that you guys have. Please post pictures of the stand your on and give us an idea of how you and the car were received?

Megabubba · Megabubba

Thanks to another user for asking about Getting The Funk Out. Surprised no one has asked about the intro track. I like a good brassy piece like that with walking bass. So, who is it? Title? Thanks so much. Joe

Benters · Benters

Loving the build, but I wonder if you can resist not taking the grinder to the only panel that I reckon remains untouched. . . ..the roof ! Are you tempted to go for a glass panoramic roof ? or full length Webasto style ?? or shall I get my coat ?

lauriekee · lauriekee

Like most enthusiastic hobbyists I have a fair collection of tools to do nearly everything - probably beyond any talent I may have but hey what's the worst that can happen??! So in episode 12 we see the appearance of a new toy the SIP tig welder - mmmmmmmm shiny I've been thinking about getting one for som...

Lalle-Man · Lalle-Man

http://www.badobsessionmotorsport.co.uk/series-2-idea/

Ted · Ted

New person here, I'm about to watch Episode 4. Between the beginning of it all and now, has anyone suggested a plasma cutter? Might be useful with the cutting. Think of the money you'd save on cheap grinders and abrasive wheels. You could put the savings towards tea. I've done a search. You might wan...

edwardrf · edwardrf

I've been watching the series a few times by now and i've learnt so much about cars, welding, and British comedy, and I cannot thank Nik and Richard enough for the series. However, i did develop a few questions watching alone as I starts to understand a bit more over time about the strength of certain par...

edwardrf · edwardrf

I started to rewatch the whole series again, and couldn't help but notice there is actually one shot with a spot welder on the screen when the first piece of shiny door post going in, but immediately it has been replaced by a dozen plug welds. And richard did mention the reason the first panel had predril...

Knockwurst · Knockwurst

when?

mr zooking · mr zooking

just wondering the type of primer is used to protect the welds/metal.

bigbadbugga · bigbadbugga

Was having a discussion earlier on another forum (sorry) And the subject got around to the use of Binky on the road, some people seem to think this is a road car. others think its a rally car. Personally I suspect its a track day car and will never be road legal due to the strict BIVA test it would need to be...

Wortho76 · Wortho76

Hi guys, love your work truly talented. Really keen to see what the Integrale badge you showed and said not supposed to see that will become. Any teasers as to any Integrale gear finding its way into Binky?

longus · longus

Greeting from the "colonies", The vents you pressed in the "scuttle panel"are both elegant and attractive. I was wondering what else might be done to cool the engine compartment. I assume that the extra space in the "wings" cant be used for plumbing or auxiliaries do to the epic articulation of the...

RatWagon · RatWagon

landranger · landranger

have just watched episode 12 , and as always the engineering is fantastic , now will it be episode 12a or will it be 14-1??? good work and I hope the next episode will be out soon , but don't rush on our part ????

Forsh · Forsh

First off loving the build! anyway... The goal is to create one of the fastest Mini’s on the planet Ok for something to be the fastest it needs to be quantified - fastest at what? Are we just talking Minis with MOTs? Then what? Fastest 0-60? (IMHO a useless and out dated test) Fastest 1/4 mile? (better pe...

Landy Rebuilds · Landy Rebuilds

Well quiet Saturday evening so going through some of the videos in anticipation of EP12. Watching binky unplugged and it got me thinking, what happened to the celica to write it off?

Mini_Madness · Mini_Madness

Looks like Achim Korden, owner of the ring mini, has turned to rallying. Refresher of what the Ring mini is capable of:

Kiwi Paul · Kiwi Paul

I am curious to know how much stiffer the body shell is than a standard Mini. And how the weight compares. I haven't noticed any extra metal above the waist line, so it won't protect if you roll it.

minimoke1968 · minimoke1968

Simply put, an amazing build. I have never been so fascinating with an on the side build. Completely sympathize with having no on the side time too. 1.) Fuel tank, pump and lines. 2.) Battery mounting and running the harness. 3.) Turbo and building the exhaust. (You already said you might show ex...

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	Exhaust heat ! (Preview) I understand the concerns for space within the mini, however there is a rather hot 3inch exhaust under the car would it not be a bad idea to heat shield wrap the exhaust? considering how thin the floor may or may not be. also it promotes better heat into the turbo if you only do it from the block to the turbo,...	Mini_Madness	7	2589	Nov 22, 2016 by The Chief Smeg
	Final drive ratio (Preview) Seeing as the boys are going to run 13" wheels, my thinking is the tyre circumference will be rather less than that of oem Celica tyres. This means revving the nuts off the Toyota engine at normal motorway speeds. Makes for nice acceleration but also increased petrol consumption and a lower top speed...	Niek	1	1318	Nov 21, 2016 by Landy Rebuilds
	Carlos Fandango wheels (Preview) Is it me, or does Binky look like its wearing a set of "Carlos Fandango super wide wheels" ?	The Chief Smeg	12	3027	Nov 20, 2016 by The Chief Smeg

	A Bright Idea (Preview) right, I know we are a ways off yet, but I'm pretty certain that Nick and Richard have already planned this, BUT, what is planned for the lights? Anyone who has owned/currently owns a classic mini will tell you that the headlights are... well crap. What then we ask ourselves is planned for when darkness...	The Chief Smeg	20	2327	Nov 14, 2016 by GrayRaceCat
	Planning (Preview) i know that you are "just a couple of blokes ****ing about", but I am curious as to how much forethought and planning went into Binky BEFORE you fired up the grinders? It can't all be on the fly engineering, can it? Thanks for all of the time and effort you have put into this project so far. Most entertaini...	Rodney Schultz	4	1308	Nov 3, 2016 by The Chief Smeg
	Brake Servo (Preview) The Celica had power assisted brakes, I assume the Mini did not. Question is, will the transplanted Celica brakes work well enough without power assist, or are there plans to mount a remote servo unit or two? I was thinking at minimum boost the front brake circuit, but given it has rear disks they may wa...	GrayRaceCat	10	2079	Oct 31, 2016 by GrayRaceCat
	Out takes Part 3? (Preview) In the eventuality that the episode doesn't come out before Christmas have you ever thought about a combined outtakes and Q and A episode? [video=https://youtu.be/uSTbnT8D_DI?t=6m2s]	Mini_Madness	0	1189	Oct 25, 2016 by Mini_Madness
	Parts List (Preview) I'd be curious to see a list of what parts are beign used and from what donor vehicles they have come from if not new aftermarket parts. I'm learning loads, so it would be interesting to see where the sum of the parts are assembled from. Where are the window mechanisms from, where did the fuel pumps come...	3006882	3	1596	Oct 13, 2016 by The Chief Smeg
	To help prevent it catching fire..... (Preview) Shouldn't the new (snazzy and bijou) alloy tank have an earth strap - to protect against Pump/Sender/Wiring problems which may cause the tank to float (!) up to 12V? After all, it is sat on foam strips, and that sort of "heat damage" won't buff out with T-Cut....	1275Duffer	7	2508	Oct 1, 2016 by gben
	Episode 13 (Preview) Saw the tease on Facebook. Not sure if I can survive till Friday! I'm guilty of refreshing the youtube channel, just hoping I'll get lucky...	cardinal	19	2815	Aug 10, 2016 by Kiwi Paul
	Best of luck to the guys at Goodwood (Preview) What a perfect platform to exhibit the skills that you guys have. Please post pictures of the stand your on and give us an idea of how you and the car were received?	Californian Imp	17	3228	Jul 26, 2016 by Kiwi Paul
	Binky Episode Intro Music (Preview) Thanks to another user for asking about Getting The Funk Out. Surprised no one has asked about the intro track. I like a good brassy piece like that with walking bass. So, who is it? Title? Thanks so much. Joe	Megabubba	2	2415	Jul 25, 2016 by Megabubba
	Any other niceties planned for Binky ? (Preview) Loving the build, but I wonder if you can resist not taking the grinder to the only panel that I reckon remains untouched. . . ..the roof ! Are you tempted to go for a glass panoramic roof ? or full length Webasto style ?? or shall I get my coat ?	Benters	8	3540	Jul 6, 2016 by The Chief Smeg
	Welders? (Preview) Like most enthusiastic hobbyists I have a fair collection of tools to do nearly everything - probably beyond any talent I may have but hey what's the worst that can happen??! So in episode 12 we see the appearance of a new toy the SIP tig welder - mmmmmmmm shiny I've been thinking about getting one for som...	lauriekee	2	2029	Jun 28, 2016 by lauriekee
	Series 2 idea? (Preview) http://www.badobsessionmotorsport.co.uk/series-2-idea/	Lalle-Man	19	3444	Jun 22, 2016 by landranger
	For a good time: 0115 956 5555 (wink, wink. nod, nod.) (Preview) New person here, I'm about to watch Episode 4. Between the beginning of it all and now, has anyone suggested a plasma cutter? Might be useful with the cutting. Think of the money you'd save on cheap grinders and abrasive wheels. You could put the savings towards tea. I've done a search. You might wan...	Ted	31	6869	Jun 21, 2016 by Ted
	A few question about structure strength (Preview) I've been watching the series a few times by now and i've learnt so much about cars, welding, and British comedy, and I cannot thank Nik and Richard enough for the series. However, i did develop a few questions watching alone as I starts to understand a bit more over time about the strength of certain par...	edwardrf	2	3384	Jun 20, 2016 by Bad Obsession
	Spot welding (Preview) I started to rewatch the whole series again, and couldn't help but notice there is actually one shot with a spot welder on the screen when the first piece of shiny door post going in, but immediately it has been replaced by a dozen plug welds. And richard did mention the reason the first panel had predril...	edwardrf	0	1277	Jun 20, 2016 by edwardrf
	Episode 10? (Preview) when?	Knockwurst	31	4703	Jun 19, 2016 by The Chief Smeg
	primer/paint (Preview) just wondering the type of primer is used to protect the welds/metal.	mr zooking	3	2764	Jun 17, 2016 by The Chief Smeg
	Road or Track? (Preview) Was having a discussion earlier on another forum (sorry) And the subject got around to the use of Binky on the road, some people seem to think this is a road car. others think its a rally car. Personally I suspect its a track day car and will never be road legal due to the strict BIVA test it would need to be...	bigbadbugga	9	2959	Jun 16, 2016 by Ted
	Sneaky HF badge shot (Preview) Hi guys, love your work truly talented. Really keen to see what the Integrale badge you showed and said not supposed to see that will become. Any teasers as to any Integrale gear finding its way into Binky?	Wortho76	0	1834	Apr 30, 2016 by Wortho76
	Cooling (Preview) Greeting from the "colonies", The vents you pressed in the "scuttle panel"are both elegant and attractive. I was wondering what else might be done to cool the engine compartment. I assume that the extra space in the "wings" cant be used for plumbing or auxiliaries do to the epic articulation of the...	longus	6	1864	Apr 30, 2016 by Bad Obsession
	Screen Caps of "The Jig" (Preview)	RatWagon	4	4720	Apr 20, 2016 by Bad Obsession
	episode 12 at last (Preview) have just watched episode 12 , and as always the engineering is fantastic , now will it be episode 12a or will it be 14-1??? good work and I hope the next episode will be out soon , but don't rush on our part ????	landranger	14	2223	Apr 15, 2016 by Mauss94
	Fastest Mini? So what does Binky have to beat?‏ (Preview) First off loving the build! anyway... *The goal is to create one of the fastest Mini’s on the planet* Ok for something to be the fastest it needs to be quantified - fastest at what? Are we just talking Minis with MOTs? Then what? Fastest 0-60? (IMHO a useless and out dated test) Fastest 1/4 mile? (better pe...	Forsh	8	5933	Apr 12, 2016 by bobajob247
	Back to the begining (Preview) Well quiet Saturday evening so going through some of the videos in anticipation of EP12. Watching binky unplugged and it got me thinking, what happened to the celica to write it off?	Landy Rebuilds	5	1898	Mar 29, 2016 by Landy Rebuilds
	Suspicious Rally Spec Ringmini (Preview) Looks like Achim Korden, owner of the ring mini, has turned to rallying. Refresher of what the Ring mini is capable of:	Mini_Madness	0	1252	Mar 24, 2016 by Mini_Madness
	body shell stiffness (Preview) I am curious to know how much stiffer the body shell is than a standard Mini. And how the weight compares. I haven't noticed any extra metal above the waist line, so it won't protect if you roll it.	Kiwi Paul	6	2895	Mar 11, 2016 by Kiwi Paul
	What's left to show IMO? (Preview) Simply put, an amazing build. I have never been so fascinating with an on the side build. Completely sympathize with having no on the side time too. 1.) Fuel tank, pump and lines. 2.) Battery mounting and running the harness. 3.) Turbo and building the exhaust. (You already said you might show ex...	minimoke1968	3	1682	Mar 4, 2016 by GrayRaceCat
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