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3 minutes ago, 1975_mini said:
The F series one at least partially seals the cone off from the engine bay, that in combination with a little heat reflective tape/material may prevent the heat soak I get at lights.
There is also an intake snorkel that channels outside air to the intake area. While the air is not contained as it is in the OEM air box, I'm hopeful that the difference will be minimal.
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Event Title: Maple Festival 2019
Event Date: 03/16/2019 08:30 AM to 03/17/2019 12:00 AM
Event Address: 140 Purcellville Gateway Drive, Purcellville, Virginia, 20132, United States
CANCELED - Maple Festival - March 16th - 17th 2019
This will be an overnight destination run to the Maple Festival in Montery, VA. We will head down for the start of the festival on Saturday March 16th and enjoy touring the country back roads of Montery, VA while making various stops at sugar farms and other highlights of Virginia’s often hidden maple industry!
Was a lot of fun last year with a great drive and fun activities! Get it on your calendars now so you don't miss out!
Event Summary - http://www.highlandcounty.org/events/maple-festival/
Take a step back in time to Highland County, “Virginia’s Sweet Spot”. Travel back roads and mountain byways to the annual Highland Maple Festival. Held on the 2nd and 3rd weekends of March, the Maple Festival has been an annual event in Highland County, Virginia, since 1958.
Each year, thousands of visitors are drawn to this unspoiled, rural region of Virginia to celebrate the “opening” of the trees and observe the process of maple syrup-making. Sugar camp tours provide a unique and educational experience that portrays a rapidly vanishing way of American life.The Highland Maple Festival was designated a “Local Legacy” by the Library of Congress in 1999.We are dog-friendly! Dogs on a leash are welcome at all outside Maple Festival locations; however dogs are not allowed in any inside locations. We love our four-legged visitors, but we want to make sure everyone stays safe, so we recommend all dogs wear a comfortable muzzle. With many people and other dogs around the festival, we want to make sure no one gets excited and everyone (dogs included) stay safe! Thank you!
Lodging
We recommend somewhere in Warm Springs, VA. It has more options and doesn’t require the two night stay you will find most places if you choose to stay in Montery, VA.
The Inn at Warm Springs - https://www.theinnatwarmsprings.com/
Dinner Destination - Wheelhouse Restaurant in Warm Springs
The Inn at Gristmill Square showcases regional American farm-to-table cuisine in the Waterwheel Restaurant. Our menu changes with the seasons to guarantee the freshest most authentic flavors. Freshly prepared ingredients from local and regional growers fill the menu, offering guests an exceptional dining experience. Beyond the menu, guests will enjoy a romantic, intimate atmosphere inside our renovated Mill.
During your visit do not forget to visit the Wine Cellar which serves as the restaurant’s hands-on wine list. With over 200 different offerings, make sure the whole table visits the cellar. Conveniently we also offer wine sales for off-premise consumption.
A favorite destination for visitors and locals alike, the Waterwheel Restaurant at The Inn at Gristmill Square should not be missed.Agenda
This agenda is basically where I’ll be running the group. There is a lot of see and do down there so if you’d prefer to break off for part, you can use this agenda to find where we are planning on being so you can meet up.
March 16th -
8:30 AM - Gather at Starbucks in Purcellville. (140 Purcellville Gateway Dr, Purcellville, VA 20132)
8:50 AM - Drivers Meeting
9:00 AM - Departure
12:00PM - Lunch - Arrive Star Hotel Restaurant in Franklin, WV 2 h 47 min (129 mi)
1:00PM - Departure
1:48PM - Tour Sugar Farms, Arts and Crafts Show, Shopping and Food!
4:30PM - Departure
5:00PM - Arrive Warm Springs, VA 27 min (18.8 mi)
6:00PM - Dinner Wheelhouse Restaurant at Warm Springs
March 17th -
Breakfast and the ride home!
RSVP on the event here: Maple Festival 2019
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I'm out of factory warranty on my 2015 so it is time to pretty some things up a bit. Decided to pick up the K&N intake for the F55.
I know the intake doesn't add anything material to the performance of the F series, but I think it looks nicer than a box and I understand it enhances the sound of the car.
It arrives today so I will include some additional pics after installation!
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16 hours ago, MINIFIED said:
Other commitment, Saturday, darn it! Have fun, hopefully see y'all soon!
It is Sunday, if that makes a difference for you!
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Update: Route has been finalized and details updated!
Get the day started right and arrive to the Annual Club Picnic with a pack of MINIs!
We will be meeting at Starbucks in Leesburg (1011 Edwards Ferry Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176) to take a scenic ride along the Maryland side of the Potomac river and C&O Canal!
The run will start by heading over to White's Ferry for ride across the Potomac. White's Ferry requires $5 CASH for a one way ticket. Once in Maryland we will head east towards Poolesville and then dip south to skirt along the southern border of Maryland for some nice wooded B roads. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of the Potomac River and the C&O canal.
The run is scheduled to take 1 hour and 42 minutes and will end at the site of our 2018 DCMM Annual Club Picnic!
Map of Run: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1D13MJUWe8E4RN8J4Rug6ERs2mzn7mI9D&usp=sharing
Turn by Turn: 2018 DCMM Annual Picnic Pre-Run.pdf
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@Gearhead60 it occurred to me something that I've been looking to enable, which is normally a UK function. The rear fog lights!
I did a little looking and the only reference I see in Carly was to enable them during the Welcome Lights setting. Maybe it will enable them in general.. I'd love to have them run when the headlights are on. Maybe we could look at it during the picnic.
Welcome lights – rear fog lights left
• off
• turn on softly
• turn on hard
Rear left fog lights are turned on with welcome lights. (codable in BDC)Welcome lights – rear fog lights right
• off
• turn on softly
• turn on hard
Rear right fog lights are turned on with welcome lights. (codable in BDC) -
Corinne and I are bringing Bacon Mac and Cheese as the side and Cheesecake for dessert.
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Update: Going out to do the pre-run this weekend. Will update the starting location and details after everything is settled. Get ready to Motor!
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10 hours ago, 1975_mini said:
An induction service cleans carbon on the fuel side of your engine, this does not touch the back sides of the valves.
If you don’t believe the gen1 engine with SC (boosted) has blow by then the walnut bast is not necessary.
Induction is a chemical cleaning method, like the detergents already in your fuel just more consintrated.
Comparing the two methods are apples and oranges, they clean different parts of the engine one is chemical one is mechanical.
Two different things, like comparing the price of a sway bar and coil overs. Both are suspension parts but different thinks
Great info!
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Event Title: DCMM Club Picnic Pre-Run
Event Date: 08/05/2018 10:00 AM
Event Address: 1011 Edwards Ferry Road NE, Leesburg, Virginia, 20176, United States
Updated Sun Aug 5, 7:03AM:
Good Morning MINIacs! The ferry is CLOSED this morning so we will be following the ALTERNATE ROUTE LISTED BELOW!
ALTERNATE ROUTE
IF THE FERRY IS CLOSED ON SUNDAY AUG 5:
Start Time: Will stay the same. 10AM.
Start Location: Will stay the same. Starbucks in Leesburg (1011 Edwards Ferry Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176)
First Pickup Point in MD: 10:21AM Rocky Point Creamery (4401 Tuscarora Rd, Tuscarora, MD 21790)
Second Pickup Point in MD: 10:44AM Cuginis Retaurant & Bar (19616 Fisher Ave H, Poolesville, MD 20837)
New Arrival Time at DCMM Club Picnic: 12:20PM
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Get the day started right and arrive to the Annual Club Picnic with a pack of MINIs!
We will be meeting at Starbucks in Leesburg (1011 Edwards Ferry Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176) to take a scenic ride along the Maryland side of the Potomac river and C&O Canal!
The run will start by heading over to White's Ferry for ride across the Potomac. White's Ferry requires $5 CASH for a one way ticket.Once in Maryland we will head east towards Poolesville and then dip south to skirt along the southern border of Maryland for some nice wooded B roads. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of the Potomac River and the C&O canal.The run is scheduled to take
1 hour and 42 minutes2 hours and 20 minutes and will end at the site of our 2018 DCMM Annual Club Picnic!Map of Run: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1D13MJUWe8E4RN8J4Rug6ERs2mzn7mI9D&usp=sharing
Turn by Turn: 2018 DCMM Annual Picnic Pre-Run.pdf
RSVP on the event here: DCMM Club Picnic Pre-Run
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Event Title: DCMM Annual Club Picnic
Event Date: 08/05/2018 12:00 PM
Event Address: 5386 Summit Drive, Fairfax, Virginia, 22030, United States
Update: Location has been determined!
Where: Carl and Faith's house at 5386 Summit Drive Fairfax VA 22030. They are located on the Centerville side of the Fairfax County Parkway. Summit is the first street light after the parkway if you are coming from Fairfax on Lee Hwy RT29. When you turn off Lee Hwy on to Summit Drive in about 100 yards the road splits left and right. Go down the Right leg. The house is the third driveway on the left. You will not see the house. The second and third driveways are side by side. If you see new houses close to the street on the left you went too far.
Special thanks to Carl and Faith for hosting!
Parking: There is space for about 15 to 20 MINIS in the driveway. The overflow can park on the street.
It is time for the DCMM Annual Club Picnic! Mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy a day of fun and MINIs with your favorite MINIacs!
Before the picnic, be sure to leave time for the fun run to the event! See the Annual Club Picnic Run event for more details!
This event is included as part of your annual club membership and includes 1 guest (kids are free) and is available for non-members for $5 cash at the event.
The club will provide grilling meats, fixings, and drinks. We ask that you bring a side dish or dessert to share. (Please indicate what you are bringing below so we can make sure we are covered)
If you have chairs and folding tables available to bring, please let us know in case they are needed.
Volunteers are needed for setup and clean up!
Hope to see you there!
RSVP on the event here: DCMM Annual Club Picnic
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Lookin sharp!
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Guess I'll go.
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I had to move this to the 18th because Marker Miller doesn't open on Sunday. (Wtf?!?)
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Event Title: The Western Loop - Family and Pet Run!
Event Date: 08/18/2018 08:45 AM
Event Address: 1200 Wolf Rock Drive, Purcellville, Virginia, 20132, United States
UPDATE: I screwed up with the pet policy at Dinosaur Land. They aren't allowed in the park or gift shop so a few of us have volunteered to puppy sit dogs in the parking lot to give everyone a chance to tour the park and gift shop. Sorry!
Added Route Map and Route Sheet.
With a focus on some family and pet friendly destinations!
Highlights:
Stop 1: Dinosaur Land - http://dinosaurland.com/ - Open for 50 years, this roadside attraction features over 50 dinosaurs, inviting visitors to step into the world of the prehistoric past, turning back the pages of time to the Mesozoic era, when dinosaurs were the only creatures that roamed the earth.
PET POLICY FOR DINOSAUR LAND: Dogs aren't allowed in this park. Sorry about that, my mistake! A few of us have volunteered to puppy sit in the parking lot to give everyone a chance to tour the park and gift shop.
Stop 2: Marker Miller Orchard - http://www.markermillerorchards.com/
Relax while sitting on the front porch in our rocking chairs and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery. Or go on an adventure, by purchasing containers and going out to pick your very own fruits and vegetables (check for availability throughout the season). We have many picnic tables, so feel free to pack a lunch or purchase food from our food building when it is open (every weekend August-October). Inside the market there are a variety of products to choose from and don’t forget to check out our bakery and the apple cider donuts. Wrap up your visit with a stop by our “Sweets Shop” where you can select from fresh made fudge, hand dipped ice cream, or cider slushees.
PET POLICY FOR MARKER MILLER ORCHARD: Dogs are not allowed inside the market, but are welcome on the rest of the property. Please make sure they are on a leash at all times and provide cleanup when needed.
Schedule:
8:45 - Meet at Dunkin Donuts in Purcellville, VA
9:00 - Drivers Meeting and Wheels Up
9:40 - STOP - Dinosaur Land - Photos, Tour, Gift Shop
10:40 - DEPART - Motoring to Marker Miller Orchard
11:00 - STOP - Marker Miller Orchard - Food, Farm Market, Pick your own fruit and vegetables
12:30 - DEPART - Motoring past Summit Point and Harper's Ferry
2:00 - Arrive back in Purcellville, VA
Route Map: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1N8j4v5KgC0BoSv3tMOEo5NKQK6Gl_YmP&usp=sharing
Route Sheet: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XaPFLEno5zgWs8rykfbOFIOdT-i8Pf-7cM50Rz4QRms/edit?usp=sharing
RSVP on the event here: The Western Loop - Family and Pet Run!
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DCMM F55 CLASS PHOTO!!!
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1 hour ago, 1975_mini said:
Today’s project was to replace the drive belt (aka serpentine belt). Was pretty easy, once I had the light bulb moment and used the floor jack to unload the the tensioner.
Had to do this weekend because the dealership failed her on inspection for a worn cracked belt. Which seems odd as I had not heard an squilling on start up or any other time. Once I got the old one out it was pretty clear someone wanted to make $200 for a belt replacement.
Jokes on them $15 and and hour of my time.
Nice! Was there a special tool necessary for this? I always heard the serpentine belt was a very expensive maintenance. Glad you could knock it out yourself!
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On 5/27/2018 at 8:31 PM, 1975_mini said:
It is cleaning of the head, focusing on the backside of the valves. Forced induction engines (turbo or Super charger) create blow by, this is when oil vapor in the engine is still moving to fast to settle out of the gases that a routed back to the intake to be combusted (to improve emissions). The oil vapor condenses on the backside of the valves resulting in carbon buildup. This build up begins affecting the seating of the valves, creating rough running and once bad enough does not let the valves seat causing the engine not to start.
Many people add a catch can to allow oil vapor more of a chance to settle. This is a good idea to do after the blasting treatment. Just my opinion
it is a more of an issue for N14 but if you are running a reduced pulley on your supercharger you are creating more boost and therefore likely creating more blow by.
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5 minutes ago, Brandy_Brown said:
I wish I could go on this but I have to work
You aren't looking well.. you might be sick!
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22 minutes ago, EverydayGetaway said:
I'm a little confused, is the meet and greet/initial meetup at Magnolia's?
This is my first time doing one of these meetups so I'm not sure how this works. Do we meet up there and then go for a drive and come back, or do we meetup somewhere else and then end up at Magnolia's?
Sorry for the confusion. This event happens immediately after the Meet and Greet at MINI of Sterling. So we will be meeting and leaving from there.
The drive will take us to Magnolia's for lunch with plans to stop at Dragon Hops, Otium Cellars, and Bluemont Vineyard after lunch. You are welcome to join us for as little or as much as you like!
I will update the event start address to reflect the dealership.
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Update: Our first stop is changing! We will have lunch at Magnolia's at the Mill (West End doesn't do lunch /forehead)
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1 minute ago, EverydayGetaway said:
I've been an off and on lurker here on the forums for a little while, but I think I'll finally immerge from the shadows for this one pending some other stuff going on this Saturday assuming all are welcome
Please join us! It will be a great time!
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Just now, TGGRRR (Ali) said:
Woo hoo did we make the minimum? Finding a date that works for everyone could be a challenge. Are they requiring us all to sign up or come on the same day?
Shadow indicated that they would schedule the individual cleanings with each person based on their availability.
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Shuckstackers
K&N Intake for F55
in Maintenance & Modifications
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I'm amazed at all the geniuses that must write the reviews for these things that say it took them 10 minutes to get it done! I'd say it took an hour to make sure I took my time and got things installed the way they wanted. But it's done!
You sure do hear a lot more from that turbo. I wasn't expecting to hear that turbo shudder quite as pronounced coming out of my car but BAM! There it was!