Project 1:2 scale (classic) "Mini Cooper"

[Ron-tje]

Hi all,

I'm Ron from the Netherlands and I just started my build. I'm building the car for myself ...eeeehh.... I mean my two daughters which are 9 months old and 3 year old  . My 3 year old really fancy's all Mini Coopers (new or old model) Every time she see one driving by, she's shouting "Cooper! dad I see a Cooper!"  

So what should have become a standard TL2 (bought the plans in 2009), soon was changed for a full custom designed classic mini cooper convertible. I't looks quite good in my drawings (I think) just hope the real ons comes out just as good!

I've build a frame using 20mm steel box section, with swinging front axle. The Mini tub will be made mainly from 12mm MR MDF. I'm giong to use a 24V scooter axle and probably a 4QD electronic speed control. As for the wheels I use go-kart wheels (5") which are a perfect 1:2 scale for my build.

First sheet of MDF is on order, as soon as I made the main sections I can start on the steering mock-up.
The pictures aren't that good, but my wife had the camera with here so I had nothing better then my phone.

Rear of frame with scooter motor/axle


Front of frame with swing axle


Complete build so far

[electric4fun]

Ron-tje

Very nice buidl you are doing there, I had a mini in mind too but this is currently oushed back due to all the other build i'm doing ,

from where in NL are you ?

Regs,

Luc
Temse / Belgium

[Ron-tje]

Hi Luc,


I live in Drunen, Noord Brabant. It's about 60km behind Breda (from Belgium) just before 's-Hertogenbosch.

[electric4fun]

if this isn't convient... I regularly visit 's-Hertogenbosch for a project (professional wise, SNS reaal bank)

 I'm running with the idea to do a kind of Meeting this  summer,I have a friend in Apeldoorn whome might participate (Leopard scale 1:4) , an uncle could participate (Toylander builder), me with a few of my builds ,  I tought of doing it somewhere in the ardens or so , lot of scenery , mostly to attrack fellow builders or builders in spe; intrested ?

(ps , other are welcome to show intrest too :-) )

regs,
Luc

[Robert]

if this isn't convient... I regularly visit 's-Hertogenbosch for a project (professional wise, SNS reaal bank)

 I'm running with the idea to do a kind of Meeting this  summer,I have a friend in Apeldoorn whome might participate (Leopard scale 1:4) , an uncle could participate (Toylander builder), me with a few of my builds ,  I tought of doing it somewhere in the ardens or so , lot of scenery , mostly to attrack fellow builders or builders in spe; intrested ?

(ps , other are welcome to show intrest too :-) )

regs,
Luc

Good idea!
If the date is convenient: count me in!! 

[Ron-tje]

Same here! Don't know when I finish te car but else I could come without the car and have a look/chat  But depends on the date etc.

To get back on-topic, I have some computer rendering from the mini (see my avatar). I will post them tonight to give you guys an idea of what the car will look like when it's finished (or suposed te look like  ).

[Ron-tje]

Small update, some 3D renders. Still need te work out the steering, dash and some other small details. But I don't think I will design them by computer, just "on the fly" as the build evolves. Waiting on parts to arrive, so next update could take a while

[Ron-tje]

Found and ordered some very nice scale looking front indicator lights. Lenses are round 30mm and can be fitted with standard "push-in" bulbs/leds.

[whitevanman]

nice indicators , have you got a link for the company what sells them. thanks ,andy,

[Ron-tje]

Hi Andy,


I don't have a website for you, I bought them from a guy on a dutch auction site. But they are side indicator lights from a Fiat Seicento. So maybe you can find some locally

[Ron-tje]

small update:
Got my headlights and some other small bits in the mail today (thanks Richard, they look great!)

Also got my first plate of MR MDF, they had to special order it so it took a week. Hopefully I can get some parts for the tub sawn this weekend. And need to get some battens and suiteble screws to test fit the tub.
 

[Ron-tje]

I've cut the first panels and have dry fitted them loose just to have a look. Also bought material for the battens abd a box of screws. So first pictures with panels fitted probably later this week!! 

[leighlander]

Any updates on this? Really would like to see this finished

[Ron-tje]

Hi,


Sorry for the lack of update and info, project was put on "hold" since my wife suffered a "Burn-out/depression" and was in a clinic for several months. Had to take care for our two ( 3years old and a 1 year old) kids alone  But all fine now!

Last weekend I blew of the dust to see at what stage I was, will try to pick up the project soon!   

[multisync]

Hi Ron
Sorry to hear you've had illness in the family. Sounds like a bit of a traumatic time. Hope all is well now and will continue to improve.
Best of luck with the project when you get chance to make any progress.
Best Wishes
Walter