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Event Title: James' Crack Pie Run Event Date: 05/23/2021 10:00 AM to 05/23/2021 01:00 PM Event Address: 8350 Pinecliff Park Rd, Frederick, MD, 21704 For those of you that have done the James' Crack Pie run before, Brandy is Jones'n for some PIE so it is coming back!!! Great roads, a couple covered bridges, and PIE what more could you want. Start location: Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Rd Fredrick, MD End location: Catoctin Mountain Orchard, 15036 North Franklinville Road Thurmont, MD 21788 10:00am Driver's meeting 10:30am Wheels up 12:00pm Catoctin Orchard Market RSVP on the event here:

Event Title: Ice Cream Run Event Date: 08/29/2021 10:45 AM Event Address: THIS EVENT HAS REACHED CAPACITY, THANK YOU TO ALL THAT ARE JOINING US SUNDAY. IF YOU HAVE RSVP'd AND WILL NOT BE ATTENDING PLEASE CHANGE YOUR STATUS SO SOMEONE ELSE CAN ATTEND. YOU CAN JOIN THE WAITING LIST AND WILL BE MOVE TO ANY OPENS IN THE ORDER YOU SIGNED UP. ALSO LOOK AT GRABING A SPOT ON THE NEXT OPEN RUN IN LATE SEPTEMBER (THE TRI-STATE RUN). It’s time to check out those great creameries scattered across central Maryland. We will be starting in Frederick, MD and winding are way through some great roads to 3 different creameries and an optional 4 to get those VA drives back south of the river. This year we will be returning to the traditional direction of the route, unfortunately the reverse put us in the late afternoon chaos that Rocky Point can become. Check out the details below and RSVP for an afternoon of fun. Start Point: Pinecliff Park 8350 Pinecliff Park Rd, Frederick, Md Ice Cream Shops 1st Stop: Rocky Point Creamery (MD) 2nd Stop: South Mountain Creamy (MD) 3rd Stop: Misty Mountain Creamy (MD) 4th Stop: Backstreet Brews (VA) Schedule: Driver’s Meeting: 1045 Rolling Out: 1100 Rock Point: 1140 Roll Out: 1215 South Mountain: 1245 Roll Out: 1315 Misty Mountain: 1415 Roll Out: 1445 Backstreet: 1600 RSVP on the event here:

The short answer is it depends, does your MINI currently have halogen or xenon headlights. If your are asking about changing the headlight assembly to go from a chrome to a black body that is pretty straight forward. If you are talking about switch to a better blub but in the same type (halogen or xenon) this again is pretty straight forward. Lastly if you are looking to upgrade from halogen to xenon this is a bit more effort, but there are kit available the key is you get what you pay for on these kits. If you can clarify the path you are going down we would be happy to go into a bit more detail.

I agree, you can get way better performance at the same price point out of non-runflats. I made the change a few years back. switch to Michelin PS 3+ and have never been happier.

@twakefieldhas it right there is not a lot out on the gen3 for mod tutorials. I did lowering springs on the wife’s countryman (1st gen) and it was all straight forward. Those front end have very little load when the assembly is off the car so you could just have a buddy lean on the top hat and get the pressure off the nut. Not sure the load on a the 3D gen, but you can also pull them then take the assembly with the new springs and have them swap it in. You then do the reinstall. as for alignment. The biggest thing you are going to change is camber, you will need an alignment or new tires as it will eat the inside edge. I marked the bolt in the front strut tower by tracing them with a sharpie, you will be close enough to drive around and to the shop for a new alignment. with previous generations you have to also do adjustable rear control arms at least the tops when you lowered to get the required camber adjustability. @twakefield might be able to answer that with the 3rd Gen.

We will be there, a lot of the regulars and run leaders are there. I know a lot of the run are still going. Should be a lot of fun. We will be in Cabin 628 if you see us enjoying a beverage on the porch in the evening don't hesitate to stop.

All, the lunch is a pack your own (damn covid) the lunch break will be at a park pavilion in sterling. The exact location will be in your packets at the start.

Just go on Amazon and order a front tow hook lisence plate mount. They are like 15 bucks and you don’t have to drill holes in the bumper. Just make sure it is fora 2001 to 2006 mini Or there are several picks parts around Maryland with gen 1s in them just take the mount of one and will be 10 bucks or so.

Yes Sir, we run rain or shine. Just no ice or other safety concerns.

I try to post external events especially those of our neighboring clubs. With everyone looking for summer plans I will be sure to post the ones I find. I know Dale with Hampton Roads MINIs is planning a summer run on the east coast since MTTS is cancelled. It is in the early stages so no details yet, but Dale does really good multiday runs and it may be a good alternative.

For those that haven't seen the social media posts or are not on the MOTD emailing list, the event has moved to a non-official event. This means there will be not formal events (i.e. welcome dinner, bingo, brew swap, Farewell Dinner) and there will not be formally host runs. That being said Brandy and I will still be headed down as we have a cabin in Fontana Village and with so of the management changes lets just say I am "pot committed" to use a poker term. I know quite a few folks are also still making the pilgrimage, for surrounding clubs and like me will still be doing their run for anyone that wants to tag along. Is anyone here still going or are the first timers that are still going down? If you are a new to the Dragon, please post below and I will be sure that you are introduced and included in all the informal opportunities the will be happening.

Steve, check your email UPDATE: if you are a yes RSVP please check your email, for important information about the Mistress run.

I went with VIP custom's quad light bar, also available as a dual light setup. I included the link the the Gen 3 parts they offer below. The quad light bar is extra sturdy, their light set up mounts between the subframe and bumper making it very strong, might support a person. They also sell the setup will lights or I ordered Hella Black 500 Magic driving lights separately. http://www.vipcustomparts.com/F56 parts page.htm

we use channel 7 sub 22. The weather looks good, and enough sun on Friday and Sat to clear whatever falls Tomorrow.

I haven't done all that I wanted to. Roxy ('12 JCW Coupe) got new Haawk hps pads, slotted rotors, and steel braided lines front and rear. I also did a radio upgrade and installed a 15w radio with a external 3db antenna, no one can say they didn't hear the turn calls now. Watson ('75 MINI 1000) got a new fuel tank and lines.

There is updated infomation in the event discription. The Main changes are: 1) event is limited to 20 MINIs! The 15 that already RSVP'd are locked in, so there are only 5 spots left. Don't wait to RSVP. 2) Due to hours of operation changes and COVID restrictions, the lunch stop is at a park and it is pack your own lunch, restroom are available. 3) The ending winery has shifted to Rappahannock Cellars, still in the Hume, VA area.

If you are wrapping the entire hood you need to use a product like 3M's 1080 series vinyl wrap. When it comes to full panel wraps the quality and proper time of vinyl is very important. Using a sub-par product will never get you the result you want. If you are doing stripes or some other type of design, a sign shop can cut the pieces, make sure the are using a quality cast vinyl like oracal 651 or 751, as what the color waranty is on the material. Or you can always Plastidip.

Can you give a little more detail are you looking to wrap the entire hood to include the incorporated front fenders a different color, or are you looking to change up the stripe/different graphic on the hood. Just want to be sure we are giving you proper advise on materials, etc...

Awesome, I will be posting finalized plans early next week (Mon or Tues) Please follow the link at the top to RSVP, just so I am tracking you for my total numbers thanks.

Absolutely, you just have to buy a single membership for yourself. You can find it in the website store. Your daughter is definately welcome to join you as your co-pilot.

Thanks for pointing out, they got a new webpage. I have updated the link and it should be good now.

Look forward to how it comes out. I have black on all the beezles and grille with the scope and door handles being carbon fiber. Also carbon fiber for the interior chrome.

Ali threw me under the bus so I will weigh-in. Looking at your photo your common de-chrome points are the grille surrounds, door handles, beltline, headlight beezles, and MINI badging. there are a few ways to go about it: - the expensive way: they sell snap over or replacement pieces for the surround, beezles, door handles, and badges. This gets expensive very quickly exspecially on a gen 3 as everyone is still trying to make a buck off you. - cheapest option: plastidip, this is a spray on vinyl that can be pealed off when you no longer want it. advantages are cost, color and finish options, and pretty easy to do. Having someone give to the tips and help, makes sure it is done well. You also can have pieces vinyl wrapped, which will fall somewhere between to two in cost, again this can be done on your own or by a shop. The pieces are not full of complex curves, so if you have the pacients you can save a few bucks doing it yourself, or pay a shop to save your sanity. *** My recommendation for whats thats worth: - order knights edition front and rear MINI badges (they're black) and because they are OEM they look the best, IMO. - order door handle covers (your will be touching these alot and PD will not hold up well over time) - grille surrounds and headlight beezles: plasti-dip (the cover pieces are over priced and the PD will hold up fine) or wrap yourself in vinyl - beltline on gen2 MINIs standard electrical tape is a perfect fit, and you can do two MINIs for like $1.96 I am not sure on the width of the gen 3 beltline. You can order beltline kits (proper width vinyl on a roll) for not a bad price. Try sites like detriottuned.com I would wait till spring to do it, as warmer weather ensure better bonding of the parts, also clean areas you are installing very well and then use rubbing alcohol to remove any wax and particals. There are a few of us that have done a few and we are always willing share lessons learned or lend a hand.

POSTONED DUE TO WEATHER: unfortunately mother nature is not cooperating the first part of the run season. Due to this being an outside event with participants being out of the car the take photos we are postponing the event due to the rain forecasted for Sunday. We are tentatively looking at 11 April to not interfere with Easter plans anyone may have. We will finalize the new date early next we. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we want to ensure everyone has the most fun possible. Event Title: Premium Event: DCMM Scavenger HUNT Event Date: TBD Event Address: Public House: 962 Edwards Ferry Rd NE Leesburg, VA Join us for the first premium (Members Only) event of the year. We are bringing back a great event from the past the DCMM Scavenger Hunt. Spend the day gathering points by completely motoring activities in your MINI. We will have a morning leg to the hunt followed by a lunch break to enjoy each other company and see the leaderboard. Then we continue the hunt before ending in the afternoon with another gathering to announce the final results, and AWARD PRIZES!!! Start Point: Leesburg Cars and Coffee We will be starting from the cars and coffee event come on out a little early and check out some great cars. Once everyone has enjoyed the views will will hold the driver's meeting and sent every one on the hunt. Public House: 962 Edwards Ferry Rd NE Leesburg, VA Make your team: Teams will consist of one MINI with at least two MINIacs (Pilot and Co-pilot). Hunt tasks will be submitted to the judges via social media apps (Facebook/Instagram). If you are a solo please post and we will help you find a teammate for the day. Schedule of Events (subject to change) 0930: check-in / driver’s meeting 1000: Morning Hunt 1230: Lunch break 1330: Afternoon Hunt 1600: End Hunt / Announce winners This is just a place hold for the date and the organizer’s are currently solidifying the event locations. It will be based out of Fairfax or Loundon County. Mark the date, and join us for Motoring, Fun, Friends, and PRIZES!!! A reminder this event will be considered a premium event due to club funds being used to host the event. This means it will only be open to current paid members, memberships can be purchased or renewed in the DCMM store. Keep an eye on the events for more details!!! Happy Motoring RSVP on the event here: