Unleaded conversion

[BernieTheMini]

So I have a 998cc 1982 Mini but hasnt had the unleaded conversion, does anybody know of someone in the Sheffield area that does this work and at what prices? Thanks, Adam.

[DanGT]

There are a number of companys in the mini mags that do exchange heads. Its worth a look just to get a base price evewn if you dont use one of them.

[BernieTheMini]

Yes, I will do that, thanks.

[annodomini2]

Find a local engineering shop, probably cheaper.

[BernieTheMini]

There's an engineering company near me so I shall pop in and ask if they will do it and prices, just wondered if anyone had any base price or "ideal" price for me to work on?

[annodomini2]

The magazine companies are usually in the £250-300 exchange region, that's for a fully reconditioned head.

Engineering company depends on what they charge/hr and how long they think it will take.

Get the valve guides replaced and have the head skimmed for a cost comparison.

[BernieTheMini]

Okay well I will go tomorrow and inquire into how much they will charge, is there any other parts that are worth replacing whilst its been done?

[annodomini2]

I would have the valve guides done, but only skim the head if it needs it. I only suggested it as a price comparison.

Get any threads checked while you're there.

[Roadster25]

Playing devil's advocate here, but if you end up going for a full head rebuild then why do it at all until you have a problem?

In my experience old Minis always have something more pressing or fun to spend your money on.