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Since I'm in an apartment in DC, and can't find a base with an open auto hobby shop, I will most likely have to pay for all my work. Which makes timing things to save on labor as much a factor as anything. Is there anything else worth doing along with the rear sway bar while they have it pulled apart?

Thanks for the advice. I haven't ever felt like I didn't have enough stopping power with the stock rotors/pads, but I do understand that sometimes its not about lacking a capability but adding to capability you already have. Most of my driving is around DC and club rides, but if there are some opportunities to get on the track next year I would love to give it a shot without having to spend a ton of money the next day to fix parts. Assuming that my stock rotors are decent (only 24k mi) and they don't need replacing until the next pad change, than I would rather just replace the pads and invest in a rear sway bar and links. So I'm really just trying to figure out where it makes the most sense to invest dollars to get the best performance gains based on my driving. Much to learn. If you have advice on things to read/watch to learn more please let me know. Appreciate the assist.

Hey all. I have my first mini, 2020 F56 JCW, with just over 23k miles. My brake pad replacement notification came on driving home from Luray after the club ride. I reached out to a local shop to ask about replacing pads and rotors, as I have heard/read that is usually a good time to upgrade. However the shop (not a dealership) doesn't recommend slotted/drilled rotors and the cost to swap all rotors and pads is $1500 for OEM style rotors and EBC yellow stuff pads. So my question is: What's the advantage/disadvantage of slotted/drilled rotors and should I "upgrade" if they aren't recommended? Will the yellow stuff and stock rotors give me improved braking? Any advice would be great as I will need to get the work done in the next week. Thanks!

Thanks to @PlaidSneakers for the great run this weekend! Looking forward to catching a few more before the weather turns.

I'm debating on adding some graphics to my Mini (bonnet/boot) but living in an Apartment building makes it a bit more difficult to do myself. Are there any shops that will de-wax the car and apply graphics that I purchase separately? Or any shops that can make/apply Mini or custom graphics? Especially any with club connections would be great. Thanks!

I did consider it, but I'm not really wanting to put a receiver on my JCW. Especially since I don't haul my bike very often.

I'm thinking I might try some less permanent mount options. They are pricey as well but if they hold and don't damage the car or require modifications it might be worth it. I'm going to wait out this season and maybe look for a Winter sale, if I decide on something I'll post it here. Good luck! would love to see what you end up with as well.

Were you able to find anything? I've been debating on what type of bike rack to use on my 2020 F56. Would love to hear any advice. Thanks.

Hey all, I just purchased a Craven Speed phone mount and wasn't super happy with where it puts my phone. I have an iPhone 11 Pro Max, so the phone is pretty big, and in order to make it work I just didn't like the way it sits. This is a scissor mount to fit an analog cluster. If you think you might want to give it shot let me know, not looking to get cost just don't need it sitting around. Here is a link for more info. https://www.cravenspeed.com/the-gemini-phone-mount-1/