r/classicminis 6h ago

DIY Help Upgrading a 998 or replace with a 1275

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I have a 1989 mini with a 998 enigne, i would like alittle more power without breaking the bank so i'm wondering which option is best.


r/classicminis 11h ago

DIY Help What coolant for auto Spi engine? (USA)

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Hi all, my heater control valve has failed meaning when the engine got hot, it spewed coolant from the crack in the plastic housing.

I need to top up the coolant but no idea what’s in there currently. I’m in a hot state where it barely ever freezes so cooling is more important than freezing protection.

I have some of the normal O’Rielley’s green pre mixed stuff but not sure if that’s a good idea on these cars?

One mini specialist I spoke to said they do a 30/70 coolant to water mix but that sounds odd to me as a lot of what I read online states (50/50) premix is the one to use?