TGGRRR (Ali) Posted January 19, 2017 Report Posted January 19, 2017 Saturday February 25th, rain or shine (rescheduled if it snows) Aamco Total Car Care 10505 Crestwood Drive Manassas, VA 20109 9am-2pm Four two post lifts available and one drive-on. Minor maintenance, oil changes, brake work, etc. Please bring your own tools. If you need a tool requiring air (impact gun, air chisel, grinder), the host will assist. If you need parts, there is a NAPA within walking distance, and an autozone and Advanced within two minutes driving. Please post up to let us know what you are working on. It will be the host's discretion as to how many vehicles get worked on, and what kind of work is done. Pizza and soda supplied for lunch! Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman
MELO-R56 Posted February 7, 2017 Report Posted February 7, 2017 I had my car recently checked out, and was told my Front Lower Control Arm Bushings are a bit worn, and could use replacing soon. Anyone know how to do this and would be at the DIY Tech day to assist? No idea what this would cost in labor to do, or if it's a DIY. Thanks! 2009 Mellow Yellow MCS, JCW Aero Package, JCW intake, JCW Steering Wheel, NM Engineering strut tower brace, Nvidia Q300 Cat Back Exhaust, ST XTA Coilovers, Madness Motorworks 22mm Adjustable Rear Sway Bar, GP2 Rear Diffuser, Powerflex front control arm bushings, R112 Black Challenge Wheels, Bridgestone Potenza Tires
Lt. Dan Posted February 7, 2017 Report Posted February 7, 2017 We can put it on a lift and show you what's involved, but this wouldn't be a good repair for the Tech Day... Maybe a wrenching session at a member house where we have all day?
HasAnMTBProblem Posted February 8, 2017 Report Posted February 8, 2017 Was just thinking that my list may not be appropriate for this Tech Day. I'll drop out. "Big Pig" - KW V3 Coilovers - Hotchkis rear control arms - Milltek cat back exhaust with black MBRP tips - Flat black vinyl wrapped head/tail light rights - ECS Black Line Tail Lights - Outmotoring Smoked Side Markers - Outmotoring Smoked Scuttle Turn Signals - Joey Mod Head lights - Outmotoring LED Driving Lights - Enkei T6S 18x8 et42 Wheels - Continental ExtremeContact Sport 235/40R18
unstable Posted February 9, 2017 Report Posted February 9, 2017 Is there a time limit for how long what you are doing can take? Got a few things to do and trying to figure out if its worth trying to do there or just in a garage. Brian 2006 British racing green with black roof.
JAB 67 Posted February 9, 2017 Report Posted February 9, 2017 I will probably be there but will NOT need a lift. I am assembling a complete duplicate suspension and have all the parts; however, my spring compressor does not work with the MINI front springs; will someone have (or can you bring) one that does? And, I also need the use of the special sockets (17 and 21 mm) with slotted side that permits an Allen wrench to hold the strut shaft while torquing the top nut. TIA. JAB 67 Fairfax, VA 2004 MCS, PW/B
Lt. Dan Posted February 10, 2017 Report Posted February 10, 2017 I will probably be there but will NOT need a lift. I am assembling a complete duplicate suspension and have all the parts; however, my spring compressor does not work with the MINI front springs; will someone have (or can you bring) one that does? And, I also need the use of the special sockets (17 and 21 mm) with slotted side that permits an Allen wrench to hold the strut shaft while torquing the top nut. TIA. We have a Branick wall mounted compressor.
JAB 67 Posted February 10, 2017 Report Posted February 10, 2017 Fantastic! Thanks! See you then. JAB 67 Fairfax, VA 2004 MCS, PW/B
JAB 67 Posted February 20, 2017 Report Posted February 20, 2017 Slight correction to my earlier post: I need a 16 mm strut nut socket, not 17. I have a 21 mm for the front on order, but no one stocks the 16 for the rear. How do people disassemble and reassemble the rear struts? Will an offset box wrench work? TIA. JAB 67 Fairfax, VA 2004 MCS, PW/B
Lt. Dan Posted February 21, 2017 Report Posted February 21, 2017 Slight correction to my earlier post: I need a 16 mm strut nut socket, not 17. I have a 21 mm for the front on order, but no one stocks the 16 for the rear. How do people disassemble and reassemble the rear struts? Will an offset box wrench work? TIA. Good question- I've only disassembled the struts on a mini to install lowering springs, so I've never needed to re-compress...
Gearhead60 Posted February 22, 2017 Report Posted February 22, 2017 Need to install vinyl bumper cover...anyone have any experience doing this? 2017 F54 ALL4 Clubman S "Beer Wagon" Digital Blue Sport Package w/ LEDs & cornering lights, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Stealth Mode, 6-Spd. Manual Trans, Vegan Leather, Cravenspeed Short Shifter w/ Yoda Shift Cap, NM Engineering 25mm GT rear Swaybar & End Links, Chassis Bones Braces, Mirrors that fold w/ the push of a button, Spare Tire.
Lt. Dan Posted February 23, 2017 Report Posted February 23, 2017 Bump- two days out! Don't forget, please bring your own tools!
JAB 67 Posted February 23, 2017 Report Posted February 23, 2017 I assembled my rear struts today and came to realize that the '16 mm strut nut socket' is not necessary, which probably explains why nobody makes one! The front requires one because of the deep recess in the mount, but the rear is not recessed and so a simple box wrench (plus Allen wrench) is sufficient. JAB 67 Fairfax, VA 2004 MCS, PW/B
GreenCactus Posted February 23, 2017 Report Posted February 23, 2017 Does anyone have an 11/16 slim wrench I could borrow? That seems to be the only tool I need that I don't have. I'm willing to buy one, but I'm running out of time to get one.
Gearhead60 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Posted February 24, 2017 Does anyone have an 11/16 slim wrench I could borrow? That seems to be the only tool I need that I don't have. I'm willing to buy one, but I'm running out of time to get one. What do you need it for? How do you define thin? Does it need to be short, long, narrow? Box end, open end? Do you need a hammer to go with it? 2017 F54 ALL4 Clubman S "Beer Wagon" Digital Blue Sport Package w/ LEDs & cornering lights, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Stealth Mode, 6-Spd. Manual Trans, Vegan Leather, Cravenspeed Short Shifter w/ Yoda Shift Cap, NM Engineering 25mm GT rear Swaybar & End Links, Chassis Bones Braces, Mirrors that fold w/ the push of a button, Spare Tire.
Gearhead60 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Posted February 24, 2017 Does anyone have an 11/16 slim wrench I could borrow? That seems to be the only tool I need that I don't have. I'm willing to buy one, but I'm running out of time to get one. This is what I have...about 1/4" thick 2017 F54 ALL4 Clubman S "Beer Wagon" Digital Blue Sport Package w/ LEDs & cornering lights, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Stealth Mode, 6-Spd. Manual Trans, Vegan Leather, Cravenspeed Short Shifter w/ Yoda Shift Cap, NM Engineering 25mm GT rear Swaybar & End Links, Chassis Bones Braces, Mirrors that fold w/ the push of a button, Spare Tire.
GreenCactus Posted February 24, 2017 Report Posted February 24, 2017 I need it to secure the inner nut that is fixed to the brake bracket. Here is where I'm getting my information, I don't just know that off the top of my head. https://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/tires-wheels-and-brakes/168597-r56-front-rotor-replacement-diy.html
Gearhead60 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Posted February 24, 2017 I need it to secure the inner nut that is fixed to the brake bracket. Here is where I'm getting my information, I don't just know that off the top of my head. https://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/tires-wheels-and-brakes/168597-r56-front-rotor-replacement-diy.html Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't it odd that there is a mixture of metric and english sizes on the Mini? I know this car is made in England, but since it's really German in design, I would expect it to be entirely metric. I have some really thin metric open ends, I'll bring along just in case.... 2017 F54 ALL4 Clubman S "Beer Wagon" Digital Blue Sport Package w/ LEDs & cornering lights, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Stealth Mode, 6-Spd. Manual Trans, Vegan Leather, Cravenspeed Short Shifter w/ Yoda Shift Cap, NM Engineering 25mm GT rear Swaybar & End Links, Chassis Bones Braces, Mirrors that fold w/ the push of a button, Spare Tire.
JAB 67 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Posted February 24, 2017 Laura: I have something that matches your description. I will bring it tomorrow morning; however, I will be there promptly at 9:00 and leave as soon as I finish using the spring compressor, as I have other commitments that morning. If I don't see you I'll leave it with someone. JAB 67 Fairfax, VA 2004 MCS, PW/B
1975_mini Posted February 25, 2017 Report Posted February 25, 2017 It really depends where the component is sourced from. It pretty much all metric there are just a few odd balls like the allen wrench to hold the sway arm bolt is standard but the nut on the bolt is metric. Just the quirkiness of MINI:top: Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't it odd that there is a mixture of metric and english sizes on the Mini? I know this car is made in England, but since it's really German in design, I would expect it to be entirely metric. I have some really thin metric open ends, I'll bring along just in case.... 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
1975_mini Posted February 25, 2017 Report Posted February 25, 2017 Does anyone have an 11/16 slim wrench I could borrow? That seems to be the only tool I need that I don't have. I'm willing to buy one, but I'm running out of time to get one.[/quote box wench + belt sander = slim wrench, if no one has one 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
1975_mini Posted February 25, 2017 Report Posted February 25, 2017 This looks like it will be an awesome event, I am jealous. Wish I was still there to attend. Good idea Dan:top: 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels
Lt. Dan Posted February 27, 2017 Report Posted February 27, 2017 Thanks to everyone for coming out yesterday! I feel like we got a lot done!! :rock:
NYRican MC40 Posted February 28, 2017 Report Posted February 28, 2017 Thanks to everyone for coming out yesterday! I feel like we got a lot done!! :rock: It was a great day, Thanks Dan for hosting and providing expert support :rock: Cannot stop when :motor: around
HasAnMTBProblem Posted February 28, 2017 Report Posted February 28, 2017 Thanks to everyone for coming out yesterday! I feel like we got a lot done!! :rock: Thanks goes to you! An all weekend job became a several hour job just by virtue of having a lift. Coilovers and control arms are in, even if I didn't get to install my camber plates due to them sending me the wrong ones. "Big Pig" - KW V3 Coilovers - Hotchkis rear control arms - Milltek cat back exhaust with black MBRP tips - Flat black vinyl wrapped head/tail light rights - ECS Black Line Tail Lights - Outmotoring Smoked Side Markers - Outmotoring Smoked Scuttle Turn Signals - Joey Mod Head lights - Outmotoring LED Driving Lights - Enkei T6S 18x8 et42 Wheels - Continental ExtremeContact Sport 235/40R18
