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Event Title: Eastbound 'N' Down Run Event Date: 07/12/2020 12:00 AM Event Address: RSVP on the event here: Eastbound 'N' Down Run It time to announce our next run the Eastbound ‘N’ Down Run. Many of our run explore the great views and roads to the west; while this time, we are seeing what the east has to offer. We will be meeting at the National Harbor and departing southeast exploring the back roads of southern Prince George’s and Charles County before crossing into Virginia for our lunch break. After lunch, we will follow winding roads through King George, Stafford, and Prince William county until reaching our ending point in Manassas. Starting Point: Tanger Outlets National Harbor 6800 Oxon Hill Rd, National Harbor, MD 20745 (see parking location on map below Lunch Stop: Dickey’s BBQ Pit, 15411 Dahlgren Rd, King George, VA 22485 End Point: The Winery at Bull Run https://www.wineryatbullrun.com/ (bring your blanket we will be sitting on the lawn) Schedule of events: 1000: Driver's Meeting 1015: Wheels up 1115: Lunch Stop 1215: on the road again 1315: Pitstop (bathroom break) 1345 Let's roll 1445 Final Destination RSVP on the event here: Eastbound 'N' Down Run Eastbound_n_down.pdf

Well I finally got around to replacing the suspension on Watson. It was a much bigger PITA then switching out coil overs on the modern MINI. It took about 8 hours spread over a fewer days, a few detours along the way included removing the gas tank in the boot to access the top strut bolt and disconnecting brake lines in the front to remove the radius pins in the upper control arms. you can see in the photos that the rubber cones (springs) had compressed more than an inch and the struts did not really resist or rebound. So all new cones, adjustable trumpets to adjustable ride height and weight balance, and bilstein struts all around.

Thanks everyone that joined us to make today an awesome run. We ended up with 15 MINIs on the run, keep your eyes open for another run soon.

We did a final check of key points on the route for tomorrow. We had to shift the lunch stop location due to bathroom accessibility. We will now be having are picnic stop at the C&O canal park in Brunswick, MD (address is updated in the calendar post), this knocks 15 minutes off the first leg. Everything looks great for tomorrow. Many people’s MINIs have been sitting so be sure you check your fuild levels, tires, etc... today. there is a gas station and Dunkin Donuts across from the start point if you need to fill up your MINI or yourself. Driver’s meeting at 9:45, wheel up at 10:00

They can be replaced, you will require a block out kit that cleans up the dask integrated controls that @TGGRRR (Ali) is mentioning. Are the good? That is a personal opinion I am not really a fan of the look of any of the kits that allow you to put a head unit in. There are some android kits that blank all the lower control and replace the speedo with a setup like the nav screen operating everything like a modern touch screen. I do not know of anyone that has done this conversion or done the research on reviews.

Yes, and yes.

Here is the link You can find club events on the calendar by selecting "browse" at the top of the home page and then calendar or through the events string in the forum.

Welcome, great looking roadster. Look forward to seeing you at an event soon. We have a run this coming Sunday, if you would like to join us.

Event Title: Cabin Fever Run Event Date: 06/07/2020 12:00 AM Event Address: RSVP on the event here: Cabin Fever Run Let us shake of that cabin fever, with a Picnic Run. Pack a lunch and meet us in Centreville, VA for drive up through Loudoun County, across into Maryland and onto Harper’s Ferry, WV. We will enjoy a picnic lunch before hitting some more great roads as we work our way back down the Leesburg. ** BRING YOUR LUNCH THERE WILL NOT BE FOOD AVAILABLE AT THE STOP** Starting Point: Centreville Park & Ride, 14700 Lee Hwy, Centreville, VA 20120 Lunch Stop: 100 S Maple Ave Brunswick, MD 21716 End Point: Heritage High School, 520 Evergreen Mills Rd SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 Schedule of events: 9:45AM: Driver’s meeting 10:00AM: Run Starts 11:20AM: Arrive in Harper’s Ferry 12:30PM: Depart Harper’s Ferry 1:45PM: Arrive in Leesburg RSVP on the event here: Cabin Fever Run

They are attempting to negotiate a lower price long term lease. It is a lose lose for owners and TVA to not reach an agreement. High unlikely they don’t reach a mutual resolution

Just some guesses. Have you checked your cabin filter critter can nest and leaves can make their way there and restrict air flow. Less air means little to no heat. Is your coolant level good, low coolant would hamper heat transfer. if those are all good then likely the heating core. Does it smell sweet when the heat is on. May just be clogged from age and you can flush it out.

This is why I hate the they can now put up the 10 percent ethanol in gas. If I want ethanol I will buy ethanol! The vapor eats the fuel system on older cars. The gas gauge had quit working on Watson. I was pretty sure the fuel sender was bad. This is what it looked like when I pulled it out of the tank.

You show a guy how to pop off one door card and next thing you know we is just taking off all sorts of trim. lol "Accidentally" breaking a part so you a justify an upgrade, I like what you did there.

I like where your mind is.

@MELO-R56, where did you have your side skirt fixed at?

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We look forward to seeing all that are attending the run today, I will be arriving at 1230, I have attached the parking area will will be meeting in. Drivers meeting is at 12:45!!

Just finished the pre-run, the are plenty of good roads and doing a quick test of the brewery now. We fulled check out our events for our members.

The are plenty of gen1s in the pick a parts. you can get one for a few bucks as long as you are willing to pull it. http://lkqpickyourpart.com/ the price list says ABS Unit (complete) $62.32

Mario, You may also want to consider calling one of the two third party shops that offer club discounts. GT Peace automotive is located in Chantilly and PTunning in Manassas. Both are very familiar with MINIs and many members of the club use then for both basic maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. They are a very good option to save some money compared to dealer prices.

Welcome, you do not need to buy a membership to attend runs, or access the forum. I encourage people to attend a few events and see if they enjoy it before buying a membership You do have to buy a membership to get a membership card which is what vendors will ask for to give you the club discount. A paid membership also opens up a few extra threads on the forum. what are you looking to have done to you MINI?

I jokingly now call it MINIs take the Colonies 2020!!!

What legs are you thinking? I am thinking picking it up in Pocono and going through Roanoke maybe Abingdon.