d16 in a 60's mini

[travisg]

hi all, i'v been thinking bout putting a d16 in a late 60's mini.i know it's been done using other honda motors in the past but has anyone had any experience,i cant find any past threads so im interested in any input.i'v got the motor and am currently searching for a rolling shell.any ideas????

[TheSaint]

talk to WA-EG - he has a mini with a swift GTIR engine in it
he will probably give you some ideas

which D16 do you have?
if you can - get a D16y8 (coupe VTI - NOT SEDAN) - its the best out of all the D16 available in australia

[travisg]

got a d16a8.
i hear you but as i'v got the spare engine sitting here id like to use it.

the gti engine seems to be a common option.
i believe you have to extend the front end to fit it all in but i hope i don't have to.

[niiCk]

if you go onto jdmst..theres a guy there that has a b16 in his mini..could ask him a thing or two..

[travisg]

thanks for your input guys,i'l chase them up....