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  2. MINIs Take the Beltway

    in Events

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    The classics should be leading this drive - it gets too fast toward the back of the line for them to realistically keep up.

     

    80hp is generous, mine came from the factory with 36hp and a few have likely fallen out along the way.

     

    We can cruise at our own pace.

  6. MINI TAKES THE STATES 2014

    in Events

    Posted

    I was actually talking to Erin when this happened. The bridge was under construction, so the road wasn't in the best condition. There was some sudden braking from the lead car, and the line of MINIs were following closely (maybe too close), and got bunched up. There were walls on both sides, so there was no way to pull off - unavoidable. Bummer, but nobody was hurt, so we really can't ask for more.

    Looks like the most damage went to Kowalski. :frown: Kyle Conner - you know, the guy who boiled his brakes on the Dragon? I'm sure if it's fixable, it'll happen ASAP. He already suffered a couple of injuries in the first few days that were repaired, including a melted blow-off valve. You can MELT a blow-off valve?! If you drive like Kyle, you can. :burnout:

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    I just found this posted on Facebook.

     

    "Subject: MINI Accident Report - No serious injuries - drive safe

     

    During this morning’s leg of MINI TAKES THE STATES, there was a multi-vehicle collision involving eight MINIs. The accident was the result of a chain reaction from a car in the lead having to brake. We are happy to report that there were no injuries to any of those involved in the incident and no one chose treatment as a result. The accident occurred following a police escort while leaving Memphis on Monday morning. 3 cars were towed and the other vehicles were driven to Roadshow MINI for repairs. MINI USA is doing everything in its power to get these Motorers back on the road as soon as possible. We appreciate everyone's concern on this matter and we'll keep everyone posted with updates throughout the rest of MTTS."

  7. MINI TAKES THE STATES 2014

    in Events

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    I'm back to work today after my week (just over 2K miles) on MTTS. Whew!! What an adventure!

     

    If you have the time and scratch to do it, I definitely recommend it. There was something great in every city, and even though you spend the majority of the time in your car, what better way to see America that through the eyes of your MINI?!

     

    Of note:

    1. Waze saved us from the 5-0 quite a few times.

    2. Countryman had the biggest failure rate of all the MINI models. In the first 3 days alone, almost HALF of them had engine/performance issues.

    3. Every city set up speed traps. The MTTS route was public, and the police weren't there to make friends.

    4. Highway 550 is jaw-droppingly beautiful. Most. Stunning. Road. Ever.

    5. More miles motoring = more probability for accidents, mechanical failure, police interference, etc. It's the fun toll - take it and keep on motoring!

  10. How NOT to drive

    in MOTD 12 (2014)

    Posted

    Oh my - seems that my comments were not well received by Miss Creighton.

     

    She posted a second (and just as terrible) night-driving video that I also expressed my thoughts on in the comments.

     

    I just want to be clear - I don't know Kelli personally - I'm sure she's a lovely person (and I'm not being sarcastic). But, this sort of driving is just plain dangerous and shouldn't be ignored. She's bragging about it, and labeling all MINI drivers as reckless in the process. I was prepared for her to get defensive and I'm not mad about her response or name-calling, really.

     

    It's not personal, except when she could pull this shenanigans when I or my friends/loved ones are driving on the road with her and end up getting in a collision or WORSE. :stickyman::soapbox:

  11. How NOT to drive

    in MOTD 12 (2014)

    Posted

    Update:

     

    I sent a link of the offending to video to Barry (as did Haemish). He wasn't happy about it. It's been removed from the MOTD site and it now seems to have been deleted from LXM as well. Good! :congrats:

  12. How NOT to drive

    in MOTD 12 (2014)

    Posted

    Sara - despite reading your warnings with times and emoticons (excellent choices by the way), I still couldn't believe what I was seeing! We need to archive this so that it can show up in next year's "How you DON'T drive the dragon"! I did better than that in a 4 door Jeep pulling a trailer! Maybe even share a link with Snooter and MINIBee so they can use it as an educational tool.

     

    Thank you for sharing and I'm just glad there wasn't a horrible outcome - especially as a result of a U-turn in the middle of a turn...

     

    Thanks for the feedback! It's not usually my style to call somebody out like this (especially someone that I don't even know), but this was too infuriating to ignore. I did leave comments on the youtube video and I'll see about sharing that link, like you suggested.

  13. How NOT to drive

    in MOTD 12 (2014)

    Posted

    Kelli Creighton (Blaze) posted this on FB, but she should be embarrassed. I got uneasy in the first 30 seconds or so, and thought that surely the camera angle is giving some weird perspective on how close to the yellow line she really is. Madness ensues at :53 :afraid:, hold onto your hats at 3:52 :ahhhhh: and make sure you're sitting down for 4:33. :thumbsdown:

     

     

  16. Was it you???

    in Visiting & Questions

    Posted

    I bet you heard his mighty exhaust and then were attracted to his fiery orange paint job. How could you miss him?

     

    I saw hundreds of people and was wondering

     

    WHY were you all there? Messing up my commute :biggrin:

     

    So why were you all there?

     

    We were there for the official arrival ceremony for the President of France. It was freeeeeeeezing!!!

  18. To Mod...or not to Mod?

    in Maintenance & Modifications

    Posted

    1) HID headlight conversion ($1000) Reason: Halogens suck.

    2) Coilovers (~$1500) Reason: Primary- want lowered look, Secondary- performance

    3) FMIC (~$800) Reason: I read the stock one is super inefficient in comparison

    4) Stage 1 Tune (~$1000) Reason: to take advantage of all the engine mods I've done. And to get rid of a downpipe CEL. two birds one stone.

     

     

    1) Really? Are they that expensive? You might have some luck finding a cheaper price by cruising the NAM forums. Halogens DO suck, though.

    2) If performance is your second priority, just go with springs.

    3) & 4) Just really depends on your performance goals for the car and what you want to do with it. If you're not racing, then why waste the money?

  21. Was it you???

    in Visiting & Questions

    Posted

    Ghostbusters theme? MINI owners are definitely "not normal". And that's awesome for a conservative guy like me - I think it's great to associate with people with a flair for life. Nobody in my circle of friends would employ a Ghostbusters theme on their vehicle, paint their wheels neon, or display helipads and British flags on their roof.

     

    +1! :top:

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