[Cleaning Party]

Are there any pre-Dragon cleaning/wash/detail/Zaino parties going on? My MINI is filthy! :bath:

 

UPDATE: It's now on the calendar, HERE

[Unofficial MOTD 8 RSVP]

Keckert, when on Wednesday are you planning to leave?

 

Thanks! We're on the RSVP list now. Anyone traveling to MOTD on Wednesday, we'd love to get a group of us to head down the road together. Let me know and we'll determine a mee

[Unofficial MOTD 8 RSVP]

I'm wondering how the detours are going to affect this time!

 

Roughly 9 hours, give or take, depending on what speed you are willing to drive. Also, with the most direct route not available, you might need to allow a little more time

[Dragon Closed update]

How long does it say that will take to get there?

 

I just checked my Droid which uses Google maps, It's sending me I- 81 to I-40 to TN 115/ 129 so to be safe I should print the directions and map info from the MOTD site. I do have the traffic option but don't know if it would re-route or not.

 

I just thought I'd check and see if it knew anything

 

Ali

[MOTD rooms available in cabin]

HOLY CRAP... I didn't realize you had that picture!!!! THAT's too funny :laugh::laugh::laugh::rofl:

 

 

Well, look at my pic!:fight:

[Dragon Closed update]

YEP! A lot of the fun of it is just trying to keep it between the lines. Taking the lazy route is not what MINI's are for, they can readily handle the corners with no need to cut them, which is illegal and very dangerous.

 

That's awesome news.

 

For all you newbies... even at the speed limit, the Dragon is a blast. In fact, I'd be willing to bet that most people can't even do it at the limit, not without crossing the double yellow lines on corners (which is a BIG no-no).

[MOTD rooms available in cabin]

It's a takeover!

 

I feel like a Viking is going to pop out any minute now and say, "what's in your wallet?"

All Full again!!!!! This was originally a M|U cabin, but now is a DCMM cabin!

[Unofficial MOTD 8 RSVP]

Awesome! I heard you found a place to stay, also! I may head down Wednesday evening, still haven't found any one to join me on the road. Oh well....

 

Last minute decision but it looks like I am going :rock: Now I just n

[Soulfire got new feet... again, and some 3M DI-NOC CF Vinyl]

Lookin' good man. Where did you order the Wheel center caps from?

[Dragon Closed update]

Don't say that!

 

That rules out Option 2 :thumbsdown:

 

Pretty soon you won't be able to get there from here. :bawling:

[Tire Recommendations]

Thanks for the posts guys, I've decided to go with the Pirelli PZero RFTs in the stock size. It's a good thing too, my current tires are dang worn out :laugh:

[Scoopie Got New Shoes 2day!]

Web Spokes are great wheels!! Looks nice :top:

[Unofficial MOTD 8 RSVP]

Now, I've got to find a caravan to join. I'm planning to leave Thursday morning. or... maybe Wednesday night depending on how I feel after work that day.

[Unofficial MOTD 8 RSVP]

OOPS! What was wrong with it?

[Scoopie Got New Shoes 2day!]

NO RAIN, NO RAIN, NO RAIN :party:

[MOTD rooms available in cabin]

 

Next to fire pit #617

That looks nice

[MOTD rooms available in cabin]

On the map, which cabin is it?

 

Fontana Village Map

[Tire Recommendations]

MAN! Those Kumho's sure are cheap. The only reservation I have is that I like the piece of mind of having the runflats. I suppose that I could try the non-RF's and then have a spare for long trips. SO much to think about :banghead:

[Tire Recommendations]

Well, I'm thinking about ordering a new set of tires soon. I've been sticking with the standard 17" Dunlop SP9000 Sport Runflats but now am considering switching to something different. For two reasons:

 

1) Lower cost if possible

2) Might try running 215/45/17 instead of 205/45/17

 

Tirerack's cheapest Runflat in the 215 size is the Kumho Ecsta SPT XRP (Ultra High Performance Summer).

 

I definitely want to stick with Runflats. If these Kumho's have decent wear, traction (wet/dry) and performance then I'll be happy. I'm just not sure how they'll compare to the Dunlops since they're half the price!!

 

So, any suggestions?

[Monthly Meet @ MINI of Annapolis 9:30 am to 11:30 am]

I hope the turnout was good and I hope someone posts some pictures! I wasn't able to go.

[MINI Eyes...]

Gigi, you're right, I checked with Emily, (StoopidGirl). and she said she passed all her supply over to Nate (gnatster). Where they've gone from there, dunno.

 

I'm not sure if Gnatster (MotoringAlliance.com) has the style you like but I know he's got quite an inventory and is located near Dallas, TX. No custom agent required. :-)

 

I've got a set too, very cool! I just made an inquiry about their status - waiting to hear back.

[MINI Eyes...]

I've got a set too, very cool! I just made an inquiry about their status - waiting to hear back.

[Planning mods for spring]

I installed one of my Spring mods today - well, it isn't technically a mod, but I had to replace my antenna mount since mine got broken:embarassed:

 

I do have some other items planned though :rock:

[Another spin on "Was it you?"]

Some douchebag with a hummer probably - they can go suck it as far as I'm concerned.....:banghead:

[So I guess it was my turn]

This seems to be a theme here in Virginia. The insurance company cannot dictate where you have the car repaired. They might not pay the full cost, but this at least allows you to use the shop of your choice. You should discuss with them. Good luck!