Poison Ivy

To make matters of not wanting to concentrate, there's a vendor selling high quality remote control helicopters this week. They are so cool!

Keep it coming guys, I don't want to do work and want this week to go by faster...

ooooohhhhhhhhhhhh, how's that new Golf treating you Jim?

Sorry I guess I wasn't clear, I know you have a MINI and it's not like we don't talk about other topics, but I guess I was more confused by the title of your post. Are you going to share new photos daily about the KIA or just random things?

Congrats on the Kia and I like the vanity plate... but.... (and I don't want to sound like a snob), but why on DCMM?

^ and he's in your neck of the woods.

Very cute! :-D

Today I picked up a new iMac which means I finally have a real computer again and I just downloaded my GoPro videos from the spring fling. I know I should be able to edit them with iMovie, so I'll be playing with that and I'll share them when they're done.

Lola spent two days at PMoA because of a faulty oil value separater and turbo feed line leak, but she's been give a clear bill of health to go to the Dragon. So glad this didn't happen at the Dragon or on the way there/back.

heck yeah! you're not alone.

I'm reading on MA how veterans are stressing the importance of refilling your gas tank at the end of a run because with as many MINIs coming to MOTD and limited resources of gas, you might have to drive 45 minutes to get to a gas station. Some people are suggesting have a small can of fuel on reserve, how do you all feel about that?

I hate that too. Or worse when all you hear is base.

Considering I needed to be rescued at the Spring Fling for not knowing who to properly check my oil, I think this is good information to share. (I pulled this off of MA). http://www.motoringalliance.com/forums/minis-dragon-10-may-2-6-2012-tn-nc/13037-pre-motd-mini-prep-checklist.html Time for the annual occurrence of this checklist.  Oil – Close to 5K mark on current Oil? Go for an early change.  Under Bonnet Check –Look for leaks, broken/worn engine mounts, worn plug wires  Gearbox Oil – If near 2 years or 50K miles - Change  Brakes – Check Rotors and Pads – Have at least 50% left  Brake Fluid – If near 1 year or 25K miles – Change  Coolant – MINI recommends every 4 years from build date for a change, every 2 years would not hurt.  Tires – Tread level should be at least ½, check for uneven wear  Wheels – Check Torque on lugs 83ft/lb 1st gen, 102ft/lb 2nd gen – Check often on site. See Chad at Detroit Tuned tent to use his torque wrench.  Wipers – Replace blades if older – It could be quite wet at MOTD  Lights – Check all lights to verify operation  Battery – good condition, make sure is securely fastened  Suspension – Check all bushings for wear, replace as needed  Steering – Check for wear – replace anything questionable  Exhaust – Secure with no leaks, check mounts  Wheel Bearings – Check for excessive play Running The Dragon even at the posted limit taxes all the systems on our MINIs. 311 Turns in rapid succession will find the weaknesses if not attended to ahead of time. Please be sure to check you braking system well. Check list compiled with the assistance of Chad from Detroit Tuned.

Geno's looking to get a new radio before the dragon, also we're taking elpollodiablo's horn too. Less than two weeks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Very cool, but we need a 1st Gen solution for Geno's El Coqui

I'm was already planning on attending one of those, but appreciate you taking the time to remind us newbies!

My photos are on Lola's Facebook page.

What an awesome day! Great job to everyone who organized and coordinated it. I can't wait to see what the GoPro captured and go through the photos.