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  1. Hotrodhillman

    Hotrod Hillman: need aluminum radiator

    Hi, My friend Finn and I are about to install the 1725 motor and new transmission with overdrive in the 1961 Hillman Minx. Finn has a Series 3 with a robust aluminum radiator that will fit in my car with minor modifications. Does anyone know where I can get an aluminum radiator like his? The...
  2. Hotrodhillman

    Purpose of holes in block?

    The machinist has a question. What is the purpose of the two large holes in the 1725 block behind the pushrods? Should they be be plugged? Thanks, John
  3. Hotrodhillman

    Engine paint color

    Hi, Anyone know the S1 or Hillman minx 1492 paint color 8n modern paint?
  4. Hotrodhillman

    Need timing chain tensioner clip

    I'm building a 1725cc engine for my Hillman. Sunbeam specialties has some of the components for the timing chain tensioner. They do not stock the "clip." They sent me the rubber piece, the blade, which is a rectangular piece of steel in a curve with a feral at the end that it looks like it slips...
  5. Hotrodhillman

    Minxrod anti-roll

    Minxrod has a lot of body roll and understeer. It has an original 5/8” roll bar that is not secured at the frame. I improved my Nash Metropolitan from unacceptable to inadequate with front and rear anti-roll bars. I had much better results on my Morris Minor. I am thinking of fabricating mounts...
  6. Hotrodhillman

    Minxrod brakes

    Minxrod (1961 Hillman Minx) has relatively tight original suspension and steering. I am a cautious driver and generally follow the speed limit. Brakes are okay in town, but, in a hard stop from 65mph they FADE! I think the brakes have original shoes and drums and show no evidence of being...
  7. Hotrodhillman

    Transmission secured, exhaust progress

    The Minxrod: Transmission with overdrive is arranged as is cast exhaust manifold and Falcon Header pipe thanks to members. I want to optimize performance while listening to a rumble at idle.I would like to hear a little more baritone than tenor below 3,000 RPM. I want volume that leans “loud,”...
  8. Hotrodhillman

    Need full synchro with OD rebuilt transmission

    Can anyone build a full synchro trans with OD. I cannot find a way to contact Jeff Howarth. I tried to send him a DM but I cannot tell if I was successful. Please email me at johnbishop@abqadr.com.
  9. Hotrodhillman

    Hotrod Hillman/disc brake and suspension components wanted

    I have described my project of upgrading a 1961 Hillman Minx in the "Stock Alpine" section of this forum. It was suggested to me that the front suspension, steering and disc brake components of the series 5 Sunbeam Alpine would directly bolt onto my car. Does anyone disagree with that? Does...
  10. Hotrodhillman

    Hotrod Hillman transmission and overdrive

    I thought I would start another thread to ask for help with upgrading the transmission. I’ve been reading the overdrive posts on this forum. It mentions a fellow named Jeff Howarth who rebuilds Series 4 or five four-speed transmissions with overdrive. That sounds like a perfect solution. I...
  11. Hotrodhillman

    Hillman Minx pics and provenance

    I finally had a chance to contribute to this forum on a device that permits “Click and Drag.” I have inserted some photos for your enjoyment. This car was sold as an export in Florida in 1961 to Jack Colton, a “barnstormer” who owned a private airport in Middlesboro Kentucky. According to my...
  12. Hotrodhillman

    Minxrod exhaust

    I thought I would start a new thread to discuss exhaust for the hot rod Minx. I have the cast exhaust manifold for the 1494cc motor. It has 2 studs for the head pipe. I have also seen on eBay a 3 stud version and one that accepts 2 pipes. Which is the most optimal for a mildly enhanced 1725cc motor?
  13. Hotrodhillman

    1960 Hillman Minx Series IIIB Drophead Coupe

    I am the third owner of this vehicle. It was bought new Florida in 1961. My brother traded some work for it in 1981. I am going to update it with a 1725. A SAOCA member, who I will call "Finn," is helping. I want a Series V fully synchronized transmission, disc brakes and anti-roll bar(s). I...
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