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Mini Rebuild

 

Step 33 - Throttle

 

Two quick items:

 

Mini Rebuild - Step 33

The fuel tank is in. I purchased this larger used tank and measured its capacity at 9 gallons although others had referred to it as a 7.5 gallon-capacity tank. The discrepancy was finally resolved when I was reminded that it is both! 7.5 Imperial gallons equals 9 gallons U.S. Of course, right after I finish making a custom bracket and getting it installed in the car, I find out that I actually need a later fuel-injected Mini tank. Ugh. More on this later.

Mini Rebuild - Step 33

And finally the driver's floor plate is installed along with the throttle pedal.

Mini Rebuild - Step 33

To fill the gap between the plate and floor panel, I placed these rubber spacers. They help spread the load out as well as damping vibration. I found these online. They are used to level billiard tables and come in a variety of thicknesses.

Mini Rebuild - Step 33

 

Mini Rebuild - Step 33

 

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