Custom AP Racing Brakes on a Classic Mini

Lets talk about adding a set of custom AP Racing Master Cylinders configured in a non-standard way, to fit better with my side mount turbo in the…

Sep 21 • 

Cole D Gentry

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August 2025

Retiring the Cable Fuel Injection Setups

After about 3 years of rapid development and changes in the fuel injection space, Classic Mini DIY will be retiring and discontinuing our Cable Throttle…

Aug 7 • 

Cole D Gentry

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Charging Robbing on a Fuel Injected A-Series

One of the most divisive topics related to EFI on a classic mini, the concept of charge robbing on the 5-port head, and its impact to getting fuel…

Aug 2 • 

Cole D Gentry

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January 2025

1100 - Torque Monster Small Block Build

Building an 1100 A-Series engine to be a torque machine that can outperform some stock 1275 engines, with an exceptional power curve!

Jan 27 • 

Cole D Gentry

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April 2024

Rally Lights for a Classic Mini

The long journey to find just the right "Rally" look for my Classic Mini. Now available for all mini owners at Classic Mini DIY.

Apr 12, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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March 2024

Invite your friends to read Classic Mini DIY on Substack

Thank you for reading Classic Mini DIY on Substack — your support allows me to keep doing this work.

Mar 25, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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February 2024

"Summer Windows" for the Mk1 Mini

I wanted to share a small deep dive on a project I covered in one of my videos briefly. Quick-remove windows for the mk1 mini. Perfect for anyone in a…

Feb 25, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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Classic Mini EFI #3 - Drive by Wire or Cable Driven throttle?

A comprehensive guide on the parts and basic concepts related to fuel injecting your Classic Mini. Diving deeper into the concepts of drive by wire vs…

Feb 7, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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Classic Mini EFI #2 - Fueling

A comprehensive guide on the parts and basic concepts related to fuel injecting your Classic Mini. Next up is Fueling, let's learn what you need to get…

Feb 2, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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January 2024

Get Your CMDIY Discord Access Here

Hey folks, as promised here is your Discord private chat access for paid members.

Jan 31, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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CMDIY Patreon vs Substack

What happens if you're a member on Patreon? Confused about whats going to happen to my Patreon? Let's iron out the details for CMDIY...

Jan 30, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

1

Classic Mini DIY's New Digital Home

Classic Mini DIY is packing our bags and moving to a new digital home. Where you can get all your updates, news, and information about CMDIY!

Jan 30, 2024 • 

Cole D Gentry

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