Racechip chip tuning is specially customised to the applicable fuel injection technology with respect to both hardware and software. Mg midget and sprite technical 1275 performance upgrade bbs. Engine the original 1,275 cc fourcylinder was professionally rebuilt and punchedout to 1,293 cc by steve harris, a former engineer at the legendary mini tuners downton engineering. Has coil spring cones for great ride so no back pain, mini cooper reclining front seats. Power output will be significantly higher than the standard engine, with a power band between 20007000 rpm and a slightly lopey idle. Doing the short block first which is going to set me back about 2. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Gain fundamental knowledge and then a practical step by step process for getting any tuning job done. My current 1275 mini engine has around 6070bhp and realistically id like 100 or more.
A true 70s icon the 1275 gt was first introduced to replace the mini cooper s in 1969 and featured the same bodyshell as the then new clubman base model. I may have a mg metro 1275 turbo block about at home if that interests you let me know. The definitive manual on tuning for performance or economy. Neither the competitions and special tuning departments of bmc nor the.
Our basic kit consist of a completely refurbished block that includes new oil gallery plugs, freeze plugs and new cam bearings installed. The austin mini 1275 gt is a 2 door saloon sedanbodied road car with a front located engine driving through the front wheels. The definitive manual on tuning for performance or economy 3rd edition by david vizard isbn. High chimney farm biddenden road, st michaels, kent tn30 6ta. If your vehicle is specified in the list of applicable models below all other 2. The same careful assembly practices go into our stock rebuilds as our championshipwinning race engines. Improve the performance of your classic mini engine a diy guide here at mini mania we know speed. Several audi, seat, skoda and vw model series with 2.
My brother in law is emigrating to australia in the new year and has gifted me a complete mini 1275 engine and gearbox assembly that he has had lying around his garage for years now. Knowledge is power and whether you are tuning your car yourself, wanting to start a career as a professional tuner or even if you are just wanting to choose and communicate effectively with a professional tuner having a. Filled with hundreds of illustrated power tuning tips and techniques to get you running in the fast lane. Home engine components engine 1275 cc return to previous page showing 2 of results default sorting sort by popularity sort by latest sort by price. I am currently rebuilding my 1275 engine and reboring it out to 10. Mini stylised as mini is a british automotive marque founded in 1969, owned by german automotive company bmw since 2000, and used by them for a range of small cars. The car has been under refurbishment during the past two years or so. Advanced tuning takes enginetuning techniques to the next level. The 1275cc aseries high performance manual speedpro series. Advanced tuning, author and calibration engineer greg banish provides the reader with the insight required to understand and tune modern efi systems. See the write up in jon pressnells book, mini, the definitive history. But we do offer an alterative that will save you dollars. How to power tune the 1275 aseries engine book sbk0202. We have a wide range of tuning articles covering all models of mini from small engined family cars like the classic mini to large engine hot hatches with the john cooper works conversion and the cooper s.
The front seats have been replaced with larger more comfortable examples in black leather these make qu. The much coveted 12g29512g206 heads are allbut nonexistent realistically now. This was usually done as an upgrade for more power or to replace a tired engine and or gearbox. Classic mini engine performance enhancement a diy guide. Leyland english mini with 1275 engine 1 34 carb, sw5 cam, new paint, 12 inch alloys with good tyres, 8. The cooper was created by john cooper of the cooper car company and ran from 1961 to 2000. How to power tune bmcrover 1275 aseries engines for road. The essential race reliability comes from the use of high grade components and years of experience applied to the allimportant hand assembly process. I bought this mini as an 1100cc with only 2 owners in 2012, since then i. It was produced from 1964 until 1980, when it was replaced by an aplus version.
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Terry mcgean hemmings muscle machines 20070401 if you are willing to spend the time learning the technology this will be a great book for your library. Enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for classic mini 1275 engine for sale. Tuning engines can be a mysterious art, all engines need a precise balance of fuel, air, and timing in order to reach their true performance potential. Damico engines limited, unit 18, roudham park, east harling. Morris mini cooper 1275 s winner of 1967 monte carlo rally. Mini tuning tips and modifications maximise your minis driving pleasure. Classic mini 1275 engine for sale in uk view 74 ads. It is a musthave for tuners and calibrators and a valuable resource for anyone who wants to make horsepower with a fuelinjected, electronically controlled engine. Mini cooper tuning we offer a complete line of products to meet your mini cooper tuning needs. Custom build engines available, we guarantee the engine will be fully finished at the agreed time of purchase. Aseries highperformance manual, the book depository. Highly detailed and complete coverage of building and tuning tips. The mini has a long and interesting history, which is far more than i could write here, however the cooper and cooper s have a very successful racing history, winning such races as the monte carlo rally several times in the mid 60s.
Designing and tuning highperformance fuel injection system by greg banish and performance fuel injection systems hp1557. What are some good books on tuning engines for performance. Learn how to tune efi electronic fuel injected engines the right way. As tools for tuning modern engines have become more powerful and sophisticated in recent years, the need for indepth knowledge of engine management systems and tuning techniques has grown. This factfilled guide covers all aspects of engine tuning in detail, including filters, carburation, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, exhaust systems, camshafts, valve trains, blocks, cranks, con rods and pistons, plus lubrication systems and oils, ignition systems, and nitrous. Mini books and manuals mini workshop guides mini sport. How to design, build, modify, and tune efi and ecu systems. Engine tuning or performance enhancing a mini cooper is one of the easiest things to help improve the overall fun factor of the beloved generation 1 mini. It covers engine ecu inputs and outputs, sensors, how they work, and the part each plays in the tuning process as well as the steps you take when the car is on the dyno to start developing an accurate model of engine airflow and fuel flow to make everything run right.
This red lhd car from 73 is a wellmaintained rust free example with original 10 rostyle wheels and dark navy interior. Engine 1275 cc product categories mini kingdom online. Engine improvements, power tuning 10981275 cc pdf catalogue page 110 the following parts are available in this group. Im doing it in stages which hurts the pocket less i guess.
How to power tune the 1275 aseries engine book sbk0202 view. Engine identification data calver special tuning, based. Get expert practical advice from experienced race engine builder des hammill on how to obtain maximum power with reliability from your cc or 1275cc aseries engine. John cooper garages offered a number of factoryapproved upgrades to the last few years of standard coopers. Austin mini 1275 gt specifications, fuel economy, emissions. The engine rebuild was made to cooper s bmc factory upgrade spec. Rough price for tuning 1275 to 90bhp mini chat the. The mini cooper r50 or otherwise affectionately known as jac just a cooper is the generation 1 nonsupercharged mini cooper. Our 1275cc power unit is a classic mini engine rebuild assembly from mini mania and is guaranteed 12 month, 12,000 miles both the classic mini engine and transmission have been rebuilt with our vast experience to insure the right combination of economy and performance. See 11 results for mini 1275 engine for sale south africa at the best prices, with the cheapest used car starting from r 10 000.
By proceeding, you consent to our legal notice and acknowledge. Add swiftunes 50 years experience of building competition a series engines and you wont be surprised that the 1293cc engine is now producing over 125bhp at 8000rpm. Our high performance engine has all the features of our standard engine, but comes with a fully ported cylinder head, high compression cooper s pistons, performance cam, arp highstrength head studs and rod bolts, and flywheel assembly. Included in each package is a fully bored and rebuilt 1275 aplus engine, rebuilt rod change transmission with 3. Classic mini cooper 19612000 performance car guide.
Expert practical advice from an experienced race engine builder on how to build a highperformance version of the. Mini 1969 2001 haynes repair manual haynes service and repair manual. Mini manias classic mini engine and transmission 1275cc. Tune a series engine motor guide book new haynes workshop manual service repair how. To take a mini 1275 engine from its standard power and torque output to around 80 bhp is not expensive.
Applicable to all aseries engines, small and big bore types, from 803 to 1275cc. For metro units, see engine metro identification data. Mini classic cars 1275 gt for sale car and classic. Bmc aseries engine full story everything you need to know. Tuning a series engine 803 1275 vizard mini sprite midget. The bore size was around the maximum possible in the block. A truly super little mini with great charm and appeal.
The a series engine is fitted to a number of vehicles from the mini, midget, healey sprite, minor and so on. Drum brakes can only just cope with cc so to have a 1275 fitted we always insist on disc brakes being fitted too. Using a bbu 12g940 casting is an option but not terribly practical see engine 998 tuning, fitting a 1275 head. The complete guide to modifying the 1275cc aseries engine for. May 30, 2018 designing and tuning highperformance fuel injection system by greg banish and performance fuel injection systems hp1557. First introduced to the north american market in 2002 it quickly. Stock info sufficient stock low or 1 in stock out of stock. We can also customize your power unit with alloy rocker cover, crosspin diff, center main bearing strap, lightened flywheel, etc, etc. The variations of 30 years production and competition could not be digestibly listed in less than a book there were. Mg midget and sprite technical 1275 performance upgrade. Historic racing engine mini racing engine swiftune. The word mini has been used in car model names since 1959, and in 1969 it became a marque in its own right when the name mini replaced the separate austin mini and morris mini car model names. Customers ask for 1275 engine to be put in a mini that only has drum brakes, this is something we refuse to do on safety grounds. The specifications and prices below can generally be applied to all and we are always happy to offer an exchange engine or rebuild your own unit if you wish.
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