What did you do to your mini today?
Left him parked, while I drove my "other car" for the first time in far too long...
I have to get used to this thing again! It just simply goes where I point it, and I can't get it to break loose at all! Interestingly enough, even though the MINI doesn't grip as well, it does seem to turn-in better.
I have to get used to this thing again! It just simply goes where I point it, and I can't get it to break loose at all! Interestingly enough, even though the MINI doesn't grip as well, it does seem to turn-in better.
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Starting to transform my boot. Was supposed to get my stripe done, but after de-badging the MINI emblem, vinyl dude wouldn't fill the holes so I'll work on that this weekend. Anyone who wants to pitch in on some questions I have (just related to vinyl and taking apart the hatch) could chime in here if they want:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...questions.html
Otherwise, I finished up the video from my run on May 17. Less than a month to get it done. Go figure.
Enjoy!
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...questions.html
Otherwise, I finished up the video from my run on May 17. Less than a month to get it done. Go figure.
Enjoy!
Took it in for a brake fluid change and maybe rear pads. Figured I'd use the last of the warranty and maintenance (little over 1 month left). Sensor says 1300 on rear miles but at 26k thought it would be a repeat of the fronts last year (sensor wonky) but what the heck....
After 3 days got it back. Rear pads were fine. Turns out front needed to be done (though sensor said 8k to go). Even pad wear but uneven side-to-side wear (4mm diff). No sign of caliper issues or binding.
Also new flywheel, pressure plate, and clutch! I mentioned a hum when starting out on hills when I dropped it off. Turns out previous owner was not nice to the clutch for the first 20k miles, with a scorched, glazed flywheel and other issues. Ducked a $3k bill but wondering what else she did during her time. I got a good deal used but now am wondering how good a deal after this.
Still love the little pipsqueak but just a little doubting now.... Will have to go on a long drive as a confidence building measure.
After 3 days got it back. Rear pads were fine. Turns out front needed to be done (though sensor said 8k to go). Even pad wear but uneven side-to-side wear (4mm diff). No sign of caliper issues or binding.
Also new flywheel, pressure plate, and clutch! I mentioned a hum when starting out on hills when I dropped it off. Turns out previous owner was not nice to the clutch for the first 20k miles, with a scorched, glazed flywheel and other issues. Ducked a $3k bill but wondering what else she did during her time. I got a good deal used but now am wondering how good a deal after this.
Still love the little pipsqueak but just a little doubting now.... Will have to go on a long drive as a confidence building measure.
Starting to transform my boot. Was supposed to get my stripe done, but after de-badging the MINI emblem, vinyl dude wouldn't fill the holes so I'll work on that this weekend. Anyone who wants to pitch in on some questions I have (just related to vinyl and taking apart the hatch) could chime in here if they want:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...questions.html
Otherwise, I finished up the video from my run on May 17. Less than a month to get it done. Go figure.
Enjoy!
MINIS to the Point 6 - YouTube
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...questions.html
Otherwise, I finished up the video from my run on May 17. Less than a month to get it done. Go figure.
Enjoy!
MINIS to the Point 6 - YouTube
Great video. Congratulations on another successful run.
Also new flywheel, pressure plate, and clutch! I mentioned a hum when starting out on hills when I dropped it off. Turns out previous owner was not nice to the clutch for the first 20k miles, with a scorched, glazed flywheel and other issues. Ducked a $3k bill but wondering what else she did during her time. I got a good deal used but now am wondering how good a deal after this.
Still love the little pipsqueak but just a little doubting now.... Will have to go on a long drive as a confidence building measure.
Still love the little pipsqueak but just a little doubting now.... Will have to go on a long drive as a confidence building measure.
I am now at 97,396 miles and counting. Clutch is aging so I am not looking forward to that bill. But I believe I still have time on it. I have never had a clutch assembly last this long for my driving style. Coming from Hondas (older Civics), they would only last 50-60k miles. So this is one of the items that have impressed me with the MINI.
It should depend on your driving habits/style. Mind you, I've had the 15% pulley on since 16,801 miles.
Ziano day
Ziano Wash, Z4 and then a shot of Zzzzzzzz8 ! WOW !
Engine wash with: http://www.detailersdomain.com/Adams...ner_p_111.html
Then used this under the bonnet and on exterior black trim.
http://www.detailersdomain.com/Adams...pray_p_91.html
And used some SONAX Upholstery & Alcantara Cleaner from Detailers Domain on Alcantara leather steering wheel....Works awesome and even smells great too !
http://www.detailersdomain.com/SONAX...er_p_1030.html
ENGINEBAYDETAILING001.jpg?t=1402264703
Engine wash with: http://www.detailersdomain.com/Adams...ner_p_111.html
Then used this under the bonnet and on exterior black trim.
http://www.detailersdomain.com/Adams...pray_p_91.html
And used some SONAX Upholstery & Alcantara Cleaner from Detailers Domain on Alcantara leather steering wheel....Works awesome and even smells great too !
http://www.detailersdomain.com/SONAX...er_p_1030.html
ENGINEBAYDETAILING001.jpg?t=1402264703
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cosmetic mods
New MINI black line side scuttles
new on left, original on right
another shot of the new on the car
New MINI black line tail lights - probably my favorite cosmetic mod, also graphite color chrome MINI emblem and JCW logo
New Whalen shift ****
Top of circle says Motorer II
Bottom of circle says 0047/2000
new on left, original on right
another shot of the new on the car
New MINI black line tail lights - probably my favorite cosmetic mod, also graphite color chrome MINI emblem and JCW logo
New Whalen shift ****
Top of circle says Motorer II
Bottom of circle says 0047/2000