rwd mini w/toyota engine

[mgbreis]

Last July I was in Elkhart Lake, WI during the vintage races and saw this mini conversion entered in the concours. The owner/builder was busy talking to the judges and I didn't get a chance to talk to him. I wish I had more information, maybe one of you know of the car. It was really nicely done.

[mgbreis]

p.s. - I'm not sure, but I think the guy leaning on the tire is Peter Egan. I think he was one of the coucours judges.

[74ls1tr6]

What kind if steering shaft joint is that in the photo?
 
I saw one of those at Triumphest 2009 a few weeks ago on a Tr6 302 conversion.
 
I was unable to talk with the owner to ask.
 
It looks very simple and small, good for tight areas.

Calvin

[Moderator]

Love the Mini!!! - We need to figure out how to get these guys to write HIWD articles.  




re: u-joint

Apex universal joint... about $99

Not usually recommended for steering... but perfect for the shifter on a rear engined race car.

Two of them in this photo:

from this article: McRae GM-1 race car

[74ls1tr6]

Thanks Curtis for posting this information!

Here is the photo that caught my eye, showing the Apex joint in a TR4, with a 302 installed that was at Triumphest/VTR 2009.

I wonder how long it will last?