JAB 67

Might try these guys: www.wheelsonsite.com

First thing to do is check your cabin air filter.

I viewed it by going directly to the Motoring Alliance site.

True - and I too have a Subaru Outback with a hitch that I installed myself - but the MINI is simply too tightly packaged. Anyways, when not in use the license plate covers the hole.

I don't think you can improve on the MINI Do More system if you are opposed to the Mini Fini.

For those who want to see photos from ShowCarDetailing at the Dragon, go to their Facebook page and look for a set of 175 pictures he (Richard Lin) posted. Mine are a series of 11 pictures; PW/B with white wheels. Shows Sonax and Black Wow.

Richard took pictures at every step of the way: before, after, 50/50, etc. Perhaps he will post them?

I had Way install the ATI crank damper that I had recently purchased from him. And Richard Lin of Show Car Detailing in Anaheim treated me to a demonstration of Black Wow on my trim and Sonax on my very dirty wheels.

We will definitely join you!

Do you have one for me? I think I prepaid . . .

Craig: Do you have the necessary tools with which to do this and if so, could I borrow? In particular, the puller and whatever it takes to get the new one started on the crank. TIA.

This week I DIYed oil and filter changes on my MINI and on my Lexus. MINI (of Sterling) charges more than TWICE what Lexus charges for a filter.

2-way radio!

Thanks to both of you. Yes, I think I will go with new, most likely an ATI from Way.

Anyone have a low-mileage OE crank damper for sale? Paranoid about mine at 117K but hate to pay $400 for a new one (OE or ATI).

My '04 MCS does what you describe. Seems like it might stall, but doesn't. I have never gotten a good answer, but because a simple blip of the throttle immediately makes the problem go away, I haven't worried about it.

Trying to review the previous route sheets results in 'invalid attachment' message.

Great seeing everyone this evening!

Ditto to the remark above regarding gas prices outside the DC area. They can get noticeably lower.

Yikes! A bit steep.

also, MachV in Sterling.

Chris: Please don't take offense, but it sounds to me as if you would benefit greatly from an experienced installer for the electrical portion of your lights. Messing with the electrical system on a MINI can be a costly undertaking if you don't know exactly what you're doing. If you are determined to do this by yourself, there are a number of DIY sites on NAM and elsewhere that can walk you through the process. The search feature is your best friend.

me neither

Sign me up for a men's large crewneck.

Glad to hear you're happy. (I was the one who suggested VIP.)