Phoenix Estate Vvc K-Series Diy Subframe Conversion

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Due to some new input, I'm worried now that the required inlet changes could bugger up the engine map and performance.
Perhaps I should just bring the engine forward, so standard inlet fits like everyone else. It does mean changing my whole frame tho, as lower bars wrap around the engine with no room to play with. But if inlet works, then it will handle much better with engine where it is.
But floor mounted pedals would fix all issues, but the bulkhead box required for standard inlet would put shell past point of no return for ever bolting standard mini parts back on it.
I think I will recon my hubs ASAP, fit them and have a proper look at driveshaft position, before I make a final decision.
But I'll probably persevere with the inlet and just try it!
...making this whole post, utterly pointless. For that, I apologise.

10-9-2014

Thanks.
I had a look today and tilting it looks like the alternator might hit the frame and possibly leave no space for oil take off plate, without major frame changes, 

plus new engine and sump mount, so not an easy fix. I will give it a go though when I next take engine out after I've made the jig for new inlet, just to see if it's worth it.
Need to get hold of the oil take off plate to make sure that fits and offer the front end up to make sure the alternator has clearance too.

I also removed, cleaned up and fitted some top arms.

10-10-2014

Here is the remote filter take off I have ordered from jlhmorrisminors. I was going to make one, but this is exactly what I was going to make, so silly not to...

Pictures of it fitted are in this link
http://www.jlhmorris...ent/k_more.php#
...edit: just figured out how to do screen shots!

Little alternator that jlh used on their moggies looks just the ticket too!