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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.
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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.
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10 hours ago, twakefield said:
Is the run still a go with rain?
Yes Sir, we run rain or shine. Just no ice or other safety concerns.
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9 hours ago, MINIFIED said:
Not planning on MOTD this year since I don't go every year and I'd rather go when it's in "full swing" since it's been a few years.
With MTTS also canceled this year, I'm mulling MINI summer / fall vacation plans. (I still believe with all of the driving we do, it can be done safely)
That said - and this might not be the correct forum - if anyone hears of organized MINI events being held, please post. I haven't checked to see if MINIs in the Mountains is going to be held, but that's an event I've never attended (due to designated vacation time and $$ to MTTS or MOTM) that could be justified this year in absence of the other events. Other ideas?
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.
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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.
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6 hours ago, MELO-R56 said:
One more spot just opened up as I have decided not to join. 37 degrees and summer tires on wet roads might not be the best choice. Have fun, see you all soon! Hurry up warm weather!
Steve, check your email
UPDATE: if you are a yes RSVP please check your email, for important information about the Mistress run.
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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
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19 hours ago, twakefield said:
Remind me, what radio channel do you guys run? Santa apparently thought I was good last year
So far Sunday's weather is looking good.
we use channel 7 sub 22.
The weather looks good, and enough sun on Friday and Sat to clear whatever falls Tomorrow.
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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.
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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.
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22 hours ago, Pepper white said:
I want to do just the hood in black or the whole hood or a different strips in black
Just something different but black
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.
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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...
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6 hours ago, twakefield said:
We will be there. Any changes or updates to the locations?
Awesome, I will be posting finalized plans early next week (Mon or Tues)
6 hours ago, twakefield said:We will be there. Any changes or updates to the locations?
Please follow the link at the top to RSVP, just so I am tracking you for my total numbers thanks.
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1 hour ago, Melissa Murray said:
This looks like so much fun. Can I officially join and have my daughter as my co-pilot?
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.
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Thanks for pointing out, they got a new webpage. I have updated the link and it should be good now.
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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.
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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.
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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:
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Event Title: The Mistress Run
Event Date: 02/28/2021 10:00 AM to 02/28/2021 03:00 PM
Event Address: 6003 burke centre parkway, Burke, VA - Virginia, 20180
***UPDATED: Due to weather and road condition this event will be run on 28 Feb. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding ***
Due to restrictly the number of MINIs to 20 please only RSVP if you will be attending and if your plans change remove your RSVP to allow someone else to take the spot. Please be respectful of the limit and do not show up if you do not have a YES RSVP spot. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Join us the Sunday after Valentine’s Day for some quality time with our MINIs (Mistress). We will be meeting in the Giant Parking lot in Burke, we will be heading southwest exploring many of the great twisties around Mananas and Warrenton as we wind our way for about an hour to a little lunch counter place in Bealeton, VA.
Lunch Stop: Due to current COVID restrictions in the area, we will be having a pack your own lunch stop at Monroe Park. The park has restrooms, picnic tables and plenty of parking. This option will allow everyone to maintain proper social distancing while maxamizing the number of people that can participate in the run. The current weather forecast is 47 degrees and sunny, so please plan accordingly. 14421 Gold Dust Parkway Goldvein, VA 22720
After lunch we will continue west and north through Culpeper and into wine country, with nearly two hours of continuous country roads that are a great combination of sweeping turns, rolling roads, technical twisties all while enjoying countryside views. We will be ending this year at the Three Fox Winery.
End Point: Rappahannock Cellars, 14437 Co Rd 635, Huntly, VA 22640 check them out at https://www.rappahannockcellars.com/
Schedule of events:
10:00AM: Driver’s meeting
10:30AM: Run Starts
11:30AM: Lunch stop
12:30PM: Start afternoon leg
2:15PM: Rappahannock Cellars
***We will be doing the dry run this weekend to ensure all runs smoothly the day of the event ***
RSVP on the event here:
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Thanks for sharing some great spots to see lights
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Event Title: (External Event) MINI of Baltimore: Toy Drive and Rally
Event Date: 12/09/2020 12:00 AM to 12/09/2020 08:00 PM
Event Address:
RSVP on the event here: (External Event) MINI of Baltimore: Toy Drive and Rally
There is a Toy Drive and Rally to see the Merriweather Symphony of Lights hosted by MINI of Baltimore & Porsche of Townson next Wednesday, the 9th, at 5 p.m. The meetup is at MINI of Baltimore at 5 p.m. with a 5:30 departure to Merriweather. Its a socially distant event, so you stay in your vehicle and hand them a toy (or pop the boot for them to get it) and they hand you a prepaid ticked to the Light show. They are asking for unwrapped gifts for the Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital and they have a wishlist link if you need ideas (in the link below). I realize that some of you are in D.C. and Virginia and can't make it to MINI of Baltimore before they leave at 5:30 p.m. However, for those of you who want to donate a toy and attend the link is below. I have a toy coming in via Amazon and will be there unless something big comes up.
Looking forward to seeing other MINIs,
Garrett
RSVP on the event here: (External Event) MINI of Baltimore: Toy Drive and Rally
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We will be there this year, and I will also be leading a run on Friday.
If you are interested in going this year and staying on Fontana village shoot me a message. there are several folks looking for people you fill there cabins, and I would be glad to put you in contact.
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I am guessing you have a F56 JCW if you have a manual, as the GP3 did not come with a manual option. If I am incorrect, then it is not a clutch issue the GP does not use a dual clutch configuration. It uses a torque converter, and you issue is likely hydraulic related.
Here are the a links for clutch kits for a 2020 JCW
https://new.minimania.com/part/G3NMG7612/Mini-Cooper-Clutch-Kit-Oem-Gen3-Jcw-F56-F57
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Can you clarify a bit, so we can help. Is the MINI a 2006 model year GP1 or a 2020 model year GP3?
Unofficial MOTD
in MOTD 18 (2021)
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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.