VioletDC
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That was great :rock: Now if I could find some kids to put in the back of my MINI, which doesn't have back seats. Oh, I don't have side air bags either, so I must be trying to kill myself. :rock::motor: -
Wow! LOL! Must've come from some1 w/a whole passel of kids (& secretly wondering Why, WHY did I do this 2 myself, Lawd?), all the while fightin' w/their carseats/strollers & diaper bags, drivin' a minivan, couldn't stand the sight of ONE MORE MINI in their midst & noticed how happy the driver was, and just couldn't take it one ... more ... cotton-pickin ... minute! :rofl:
The comments are hilarious!
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Violet, all that chrome hurt my eyes to look at the picture! Are you sure you don't want to try a Joey Mod on it???
Maybe we could do it in body color! Tone down that front end shine just a bit! LOL ... y're u hatin' on Scoopie's chrome so much, Craig? If we did a Joey Mod in PH, the purple-tinged light/projector thingy wouldn't show as much.
We can't have the 'wow factor' of it all getting lost in the shuffle, now, can we? Carman - you should see the backs of my hands today! I have one thumb and 2 fingers without cuts and scrapes and the backs of my hands look like a lost a fight with a 6 toed, 5 legged cat!. Of course, it was all my fault, I could have "worked smarter" on that project.Craig
Carman, yes, he was a mess afterwards, but he did a damned fine job in spite of it all! :top:
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ROFL @ Ali! I know, girl ... we're meeting in Ashburn still, as far as I know. Since I work out this way already, that won't be a problem. I'm just happy 2 see more folks signed up! The last coffee meet was in R'ville, and there were o
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Well, of course I'm closer to the Fairfax location, but have no problem going to Ashburn. If you decide to change it, that'd be great; if not, that's cool, 2.
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Looking at a map, it is near Fair Oaks Mall off of Monument Drive. I believe it is also close to the Fairfax County Government Center. The shopping center is call Grand Commons @ Fairfax Corner.
Kewl! I'll
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in the vicinity of 50 & 66. I need to scope it out and see what the parking is like. :rock:
That's right where I work! Technically, I'm just off Waples Mill. I haven't driven the whole neighborhood
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Has anyone tried them? They said they service MINIs, but I don't recall hearing of them before. They're located on Eisenhower Ave. in Alexandria; here's their site if interested.
They also have a location in Fort Washington, MD! That's much closer for me!
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ROFL! Sorry about the glare, Craig--it was a cellphone thing. Scoopie likes shiny things.
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Scoopy has a twinkle in her eye, she looks so pretty
Scoopie & I thank u very much! :embarassed:
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Oh, yes, and they're gorgeous! I love 'em!
Here's a pic of one of 'em I took w/my cell--Scoopie's 2 dirty now, but after she gets her very first detail this Saturday, I'll take lots of new pics and post 'em in my gallery.
This must mean you got your Xenon's installed!! COOL!!
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OK, guys; thanks for the input. Just wasn't sure if there'd be an advantage w/it being three pieces vs. two or not ... still on the fence about this, but will let you know if I plunge in!
I agree with Jay, one additional thing is to have it installed by a competent shop that will ensure it is properly installed and aligned. -
Scoopie has new xenon eyes,
so I'm selling her OEM halogens.They're in great condition other than a couple of tiny rock pits on the chrome portion (damned potholes and the vehicles that kick up debris!). There's also one screw missing that can easily be found at Home Depot. Selling the pair for $100.
PM me if you're interested!
Thanks!
Violet & Scoopie
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Hello all you modbugs out there ... I'm considering this 1 for Scoopie: http://new.minimania.com/web/Item/NME5041/InvDetail.cfm.
Has any1 installed 1 of these on their R53 MINIs? If so, how do u like it so far? Do u change your belt every year, as well? Are there other like-priced options out there I should consider? All comments/suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
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Ooooo, that's sexy!
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I have the Velocity scoop, but I like the middle one.
I 2nd that emotion. Goes nicer w/the headlight trim. :top:
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I'm waiting for confirmation (& directions) now for 2morrow night. Will get back 2 u via PM.
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I can help you guys out. Converted my mini already and done 30 plus different cars
Really??? That'd be awesome! I'm gonna hook up w/Craig 2morrow (as long as there's no storm goin' on); maybe u can join us! I have some instructions I can bring, as well.
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Wow, is right, Jay.
That's quite the laundry list u have there, tvrgeek. I have an '06 auto MCS, and haven't heard, let alone experienced any of those things! The only thing I asked MoS about a year or so ago was some hesitation on takeoff w/in the first few minutes of starting the car. They checked and checked, but couldn't find anything wrong. Other than that, Scoopie's been a gem. I hope they get your issues straightened out w/the quickness so u can start 2 truly enjoy your MINI. But, to answer your question, no, it's not typical.
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Looks great! :top:
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I wish to see a sunny dragon.
After this winter, I'm ready 4 just plain sunny!
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Violet,
Did the kit come with directions? I'm willing to jump into it if you want to get your hands dirty with it.
Craig
Hey Craig,
No, unfortunately, there aren't any instructions. I just emailed the seller to see if they'll email some instructions for me. I've been all over NAM looking for some, but didn't see any there, either. Some folks mentioned a flickering issue and purchased a converter thingamabob from Radio Shack (a mere .70 item), which is no problem. I don't mind getting my hands dirty, though, if you're willing to go thru the process w/me! Thanks so much!
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Did you have Xenons before? If so, it shoud be pretty easy. 3 bolts hold each light on
Hey Jay ... no, I didn't have them b4 ... it's an upgrade 4 Scoopie.
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Hey Every1,
Scoopie just got a set of new Xenons to replace her stock eyes, and if there's any1 out there who can: 1) recommend a MINI-friendly local auto shop that wouldn't charge 2 limbs 2 install them 4 me; or 2) has the know-how & free time 2 do the same for a six-pack and some pizza of their choice. :embarassed:
Please let me know! I'm free next wkend (2/27-28) if the 2nd option works 4 any1.
Thanks!
Vi & Scoopie
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Well, that's interesting. When Scoopie had her mishaps, my ins. co. (Progressive) had their body/repair shop do all the work (which was excellent, btw). When parts needed to be ordered, they got the correct pieces/parts and installed them, as well. Maybe State Farm has that same level of expertise w/their shop; i.e., it's not just a body shop. Just wondering ...