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poolmike · 11-03-2006, 05:48 PM

And I think I'm going to keep it.

I picked it up at Mid-Atlantic Terminal today. The delivery boat is in the background.

Now it is home.

Bolted the 12" MiniLites 11-04-06. It cleans up nice now.

It's only running on one cylinder due to beat plug wires and a wasted distributer cap, But I drove it around the block anyway. I'm going to do a compression check tomorrow and a complete tun up this week.

sisforsurfing · 11-03-2006, 05:57 PM

Awesome, Mike!! Glad to hear it. I was almost worried it was going to be a giant headache, good thing that was avoided.

And sweet that it runs, even if rough. Slap those monster 14's on there!! hahaa

**TROLL** · 11-03-2006, 06:04 PM

weeee awesome. was that ship transporting new and used cars? from where to where? i dont see how the subies fit into the story, unless thats just a main port for automotive importation?

Gorilla Unit 33 · 11-03-2006, 06:08 PM

wow congrats on the new mini.

poolmike · 11-03-2006, 06:12 PM

That ship brought all kinds of cars from NZ and Austrailia. That port in particular was mainly automotive. It was a sea of cars/trucks/farm equipment/etc. There were literally hundreds of STi's and hundreds more WRX's. I'm assuming a fresh load from Subaru. It was an interesting trip.

TalonTsi97 · 11-03-2006, 06:13 PM

awesome, i like it better then your other one but wish it had a wider body on it. Im really happy this all worked out for you, i have seen other people run into major problems importing a car.

poolmike · 11-03-2006, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TalonTsi97

awesome, i like it better then your other one but wish it had a wider body on it. Im really happy this all worked out for you, i have seen other people run into major problems importing a car.

Well, there was a HUGE breakdown in communication between Customs and my Customs broker. But it all worked out. However, I don't have it titled and registered yet and I am going to the Notary in a few minutes to get that nightmare started.

The story will continue later. I will post up some details about importing vehicles and how I hate dealing with union workers.

BlackBulletTSi · 11-03-2006, 07:07 PM

sounds awesome mike

S4toSTI · 11-03-2006, 07:45 PM

Can't wait to check it out soon. If i don't see you at a meet soon i am gonna have to come to the house to see it. Anyword on the other ones?

poolmike · 11-03-2006, 08:29 PM

AARRRGGHHH! The seller only supplied me with a 'copy' of the original certificate of registration from NZ== useless! I cannot get a title without the original. So I have to contact the seller, who is difficult to get ahold of, to try and settle this

Evo8kid · 11-04-2006, 09:38 AM

aw mike, why didnt you put the mini INSIDE the sprinter?!?!? that was my favorite haha

poolmike · 11-04-2006, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evo8kid

aw mike, why didnt you put the mini INSIDE the sprinter?!?!? that was my favorite haha

It is ~2" too wide. I *might* build a platform for it to get it over the wheelhouses

I contacted Broadway Title Service in Alabama. They solve the 'no title/lost title' problem. I have to sell them the car to be titled in AL, then they sell it back to me with the proper Bill of Sale, Certificate of Registration, etc. Then I should be good to go in PA. It costs around $130.

S4toSTI · 11-04-2006, 11:20 AM

Well 130 to have this all buttoned up doesn't sound too bad to me.

Dave · 11-04-2006, 11:32 AM

glad to see its in decent shape! i keep toying with the idea of bringing in an aussie falcon someday

SilverTurboRidin · 11-04-2006, 12:26 PM

wow mike looks awesome dude!!!! Best of luck with it

poolmike · 11-04-2006, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S4toSTI

Well 130 to have this all buttoned up doesn't sound too bad to me.

Its my only option. The bastard seller won't call me back or respond to emails about the location of the original title. Even if he does send it to me, it would take weeks for the state to send me a title and plate. Without the title, I have to apply for a 'R' title, which takes MONTHS to get approved if at all.

So, hopefully Broadway Title is the answer. I had the bill of sale notarized and I'm sending it out today.

S4toSTI · 11-04-2006, 01:16 PM

So basically for the time being your just gonna use the other minis plate cause even if they run it all it will say is mini and what do the cops know about british cars.

CleanNeon98 · 11-05-2006, 11:04 PM

nice rims..my fav type...saw a couple over in london

KawBoy · 11-06-2006, 12:06 AM

Sweet, glad you finally got it

poolmike · 11-06-2006, 12:45 AM

Well, today's compression check found 130psi in all for cylinders

So the engine is tight. It is only firing on one the #2 cylinder due to a smoked distributer cap and rotor, wasted plug wires, and a stock coil. I'll be placing an order for plugs, wires, cap and rotor, and a Petronix electronic ignition to replace the original points.

11-03-2006, 05:48 PM	#1
poolmike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Richboro Member #543 My Ride: '68 Kaiser M715/ '37 Ford truck/'47 Dodge truck iTrader: (0)	The Other Mini. She's naked and on the rotisserie. And I think I'm going to keep it. I picked it up at Mid-Atlantic Terminal today. The delivery boat is in the background. Now it is home. Bolted the 12" MiniLites 11-04-06. It cleans up nice now. It's only running on one cylinder due to beat plug wires and a wasted distributer cap, But I drove it around the block anyway. I'm going to do a compression check tomorrow and a complete tun up this week. __________________ 2012 Honda Accord Touring 1968 Kaiser M715 FrankenJeep 1947 Dodge 1.5 Ton Resto-mod 1937 Ford pick-up 1950 Crosley Farm-o-Road Last edited by poolmike; 03-16-2009 at 09:42 PM.

11-03-2006, 06:08 PM	#4
Gorilla Unit 33 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Where do you live? Member #532 My Ride: Fly Mosca II w/pegs LOLZ iTrader: (7)	wow congrats on the new mini. __________________ find me here: gorillaunit33.wordpress.com

11-03-2006, 06:12 PM	#5
poolmike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Richboro Member #543 My Ride: '68 Kaiser M715/ '37 Ford truck/'47 Dodge truck iTrader: (0)	That ship brought all kinds of cars from NZ and Austrailia. That port in particular was mainly automotive. It was a sea of cars/trucks/farm equipment/etc. There were literally hundreds of STi's and hundreds more WRX's. I'm assuming a fresh load from Subaru. It was an interesting trip. __________________ 2012 Honda Accord Touring 1968 Kaiser M715 FrankenJeep 1947 Dodge 1.5 Ton Resto-mod 1937 Ford pick-up 1950 Crosley Farm-o-Road

11-03-2006, 06:13 PM	#6
TalonTsi97 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Jan 2005 Member #136 My Ride: 1997 Eagle Talon iTrader: (21)	awesome, i like it better then your other one but wish it had a wider body on it. Im really happy this all worked out for you, i have seen other people run into major problems importing a car. __________________ 1997 Eagle Talon Tsi To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Updated weekly with Dyno, Track, AutoX, Street, and Event videos. Big updates coming soon! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

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sisforsurfing Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2005 Member #267 My Ride: 2003 WRX wagon iTrader: (2)	Awesome, Mike!! Glad to hear it. I was almost worried it was going to be a giant headache, good thing that was avoided. And sweet that it runs, even if rough. Slap those monster 14's on there!! hahaa __________________ *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.*

11-03-2006, 08:29 PM	#10
poolmike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Richboro Member #543 My Ride: '68 Kaiser M715/ '37 Ford truck/'47 Dodge truck iTrader: (0)	AARRRGGHHH! The seller only supplied me with a 'copy' of the original certificate of registration from NZ== useless! I cannot get a title without the original. So I have to contact the seller, who is difficult to get ahold of, to try and settle this __________________ 2012 Honda Accord Touring 1968 Kaiser M715 FrankenJeep 1947 Dodge 1.5 Ton Resto-mod 1937 Ford pick-up 1950 Crosley Farm-o-Road

11-04-2006, 09:38 AM	#11
Evo8kid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Newtown, PA Member #1631 My Ride: contributes towards Global warming iTrader: (0)	aw mike, why didnt you put the mini INSIDE the sprinter?!?!? that was my favorite haha __________________ TurboTagTeam is my crew chief 1996 Nissan 240sx- To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 6.7L Turbo Diesel 2008 Audi RS4- 420 HP 4.2L V8 2004 Honda CBR600RR

11-04-2006, 11:32 AM	#14
Dave Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Cherry hill, NJ Member #633 My Ride: Shelby Z, ZJ, NSX, CBR954RR, Hawk GT iTrader: (0)	glad to see its in decent shape! i keep toying with the idea of bringing in an aussie falcon someday

11-04-2006, 12:26 PM	#15
SilverTurboRidin Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: L-town PA Member #197 iTrader: (0)	wow mike looks awesome dude!!!! Best of luck with it __________________ Uhh used to be my dog you was in my left titty Scream RYDE OR DIE I thought you would die wit me Found out you a bitch you can't even ryde wit me Now it's a war you ain't on the side wit me To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-05-2006, 11:04 PM	#18
CleanNeon98 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Philadelphia Member #2029 My Ride: "Honey Badger" Turbo Miata iTrader: (8)	nice rims..my fav type...saw a couple over in london __________________ 2004 MAZDASPEED MX-5 : 328whp / 308wtq / 2500lbs 2012 Toyota Prius 2 : Daily Driver

11-06-2006, 12:06 AM	#19
KawBoy Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ Member #2755 My Ride: WW EVO VIII iTrader: (0)	Sweet, glad you finally got it

11-06-2006, 12:45 AM	#20
poolmike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Richboro Member #543 My Ride: '68 Kaiser M715/ '37 Ford truck/'47 Dodge truck iTrader: (0)	Well, today's compression check found 130psi in all for cylinders So the engine is tight. It is only firing on one the #2 cylinder due to a smoked distributer cap and rotor, wasted plug wires, and a stock coil. I'll be placing an order for plugs, wires, cap and rotor, and a Petronix electronic ignition to replace the original points. __________________ 2012 Honda Accord Touring 1968 Kaiser M715 FrankenJeep 1947 Dodge 1.5 Ton Resto-mod 1937 Ford pick-up 1950 Crosley Farm-o-Road

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