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I've been so busy, Big 4 day car show at Lowes MotorSpeedway in Charlotte took best in class and Best of Show (minis) April 18th Asheville NC Charity run, next day driving to Clemson University for car show, MOTD 26Apr-2May, then rest couple days and off to Black Hills, hopefully back by 23rd may for Charity run in Charlotte, who said retirement was boring? See you guys soon!
__________________ Revolution Mini Works Header, Borla Race Exhaust, M-7 CAI, M-7 DFIC, M-7 16% Pulley, M-7 STB, Texas Motor Engine Damper, M-7 splitter and rear wing, Detriot-Tuned Bypass Valve, DDM Polished Air Box, All ELECTRIC blue and chrome, too much more to mention......
I've been so busy, Big 4 day car show at Lowes MotorSpeedway in Charlotte took best in class and Best of Show (minis) April 18th Asheville NC Charity run, next day driving to Clemson University for car show, MOTD 26Apr-2May, then rest couple days and off to Black Hills, hopefully back by 23rd may for Charity run in Charlotte, who said retirement was boring? See you guys soon!
for those leaving Denver Metro area has been decided:
- 10 am MTN time (Alliance NE is still MTN time)
- BASS Pro Shop, Stapleton North (north of I-70, E of Quebec)
- We will hit 270 then I-76 to head north from here
- Meetup at 9:30 or so, get a Starbucks (right inside) and let's go
- Restrooms and other facilities in store
So far the count from the KC MINI Club is 6 MINIs and 12 people .
There will be 4 MINIs leaving on Wednesday and the remaining 2 will be heading out early Thursday morning. The excitement is building daily.
I just love the pre-rally anticipation!
Since some of the groups have changed arrival times in Alliance, is the group picture still on for 5:00 pm at Carhenge?
I'm just putting this out there for general information.
My Dad has a B&B near Scottsbluff, NE. In fact it is at the base of Scottsbluff.
He has offered 20% off for any MINIs that book a room. Not just for this event but forever.
Just tell him you're driving a MINI and know someone from MINI5280.
Barn Anew website: http://www.barnanew.com/
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It was because of Roosevelt’s passion for conservation and his leadership during a time of economic expansion that Gutzon Borglum chose Theodore Roosevelt as the third face on the mountain. Learn more about the faces of Mount Rushmore with a vacation to South Dakota.
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Jonathan and Jim, the MINIs from EIM are firming up our travel plans and while there are a few details yet to be worked out, we can give you some insights for planning purposes. This guidance applies to deanman, D3mon, R56MINICooper, 05MINI, Atomic #47, and me.
We will work our way north in Iowa on Thursday by various routes in separate gaggles but plan to rendezvous along I-90 just west of Albert Lea, MN and head west on I-90 from there. When we reach Cactus Flats (probably about 5:30 pm MDT) a subset of us plan to exit and take the Badlands Loop (SD-240) around to Wall. The group continuing on to Hill City are likely to arrive before 8:00 pm. Those that do the loop will probably show up about the same time as the larger group coming up from Alliance.
I also know of at least two MN/IL MINIs (one signed up on the NAM calendar and one not) who are coming across on I-90 a couple of hours ahead of our group.
Almost all of us EIMers have lodging in or near Hill City. We have one couple with lodging in Rapid City. We'll stay tuned for any instructions regarding any potential Thursday night meet-up or coordination of Friday drives, and certainly will be ready to rendezvous Friday morning at whatever place and time is designated.
Oh, and I have a new cell phone number which I'll send you via email.
"...indeed the love that the horses of the Rangers bore for their riders was so great that they were willing to face even the terror of the Door, if their masters' hearts were steady..." --- J.R.R. Tolkien
and will be at the event for purchase for a modest $3. Our friends Clint Cope at DOS www.DefendersofSpeed.com and Doug Travis from AMM www.AmericanMINIMates.com have created this one-of-a-kind item.
Please post your departure date and time and ETA in Hill City, SD. We will be posting our dinner drive location or you can call me at the phone # I provided in the emails I send.
If you are still not getting the emails, PM me your info again...we will get it to you.
I also know of at least two MN/IL MINIs (one signed up on the NAM calendar and one not) who are coming across on I-90 a couple of hours ahead of our group.
That's US -- basil49 and MiniMac2005 from CMMC -- led by n0uk(I think) and contingent of Minnesotans; we leave the Twin Cities about 0730 Thursday, and should hit the Blue Earth Rest Stop along I-90 in MN (the EIM north-route-team rendezvous-point) just ahead of EIM, about 1000 or so.
BASIL: 2007 MCS BRG/B 6sp: various electronic and suspension enhancements, Whalen SM, and DoS CAI; less chrome, more black, WAYBETTER speakers, and tow hitch! ... Chicago MINI Motoring Club ... Milwaukee MINIs ... StLouis MINI Club ... High Plains Motoring Society
With only 10/11 days (depending on departure date) the excitement is building and as we finalize our packing plans, routes, ect... I thought I would post some info on car washes around the Hill City area so we can keep our MINIs shiny and tidy.
( It's a sickness) Remember to pack your favorite products and a few towels
Custer Car & Pet Wash
932 Mount Rushmore Rd
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4007
info based on recorded message:
• Open 24 hours or there is 6 am to 10 pm option
Graffitti's Car Wash
2335 W Main St
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-9611
• full service tunnel type wash ranging in price from $7.25 - $12.25 for exterior only packages. Interior option also available.
Hours Mon – Sat 8:00 am to 6:00 pm (til & 7:00 pm after school is out)
Mt View Car Wash
502 Mountain View Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 342-9753
No answer or recorded message when called
Parkway Car Wash
206 E Blvd N
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 343-4637
• Automatic car wash with cloth heads starting at $6.75
• Self service with wands starting at $2.00
Hours Mon – Sat 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Classic Car Wash
3306 W Chicago St
Rapid City, SD 57702
It's a sickness. Or maybe a behaviour. Or a phobia of dirt. Or a compulsion. Whatever, lot's of us share it.
JPS
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Originally Posted by Marlow Main
With only 10/11 days (depending on departure date) the excitement is building and as we finalize our packing plans, routes, ect... I thought I would post some info on car washes around the Hill City area so we can keep our MINIs shiny and tidy.
( It's a sickness) Remember to pack your favorite products and a few towels
Custer Car & Pet Wash
932 Mount Rushmore Rd
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 673-4007
info based on recorded message:
• Open 24 hours or there is 6 am to 10 pm option
Graffitti's Car Wash
2335 W Main St
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-9611
• full service tunnel type wash ranging in price from $7.25 - $12.25 for exterior only packages. Interior option also available.
Hours Mon – Sat 8:00 am to 6:00 pm (til & 7:00 pm after school is out)
Mt View Car Wash
502 Mountain View Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 342-9753
No answer or recorded message when called
Parkway Car Wash
206 E Blvd N
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 343-4637
• Automatic car wash with cloth heads starting at $6.75
• Self service with wands starting at $2.00
Hours Mon – Sat 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Classic Car Wash
3306 W Chicago St
Rapid City, SD 57702
Well 7 1/2 days and leaving Charlotte NC to meet up with part of the St Louis Minis. Just got home from 6 days at the Dragon. So I am resting up and just can't wait to get started. The 5280 club was really missed at the Dragon. I am ready to leave now, already packed up!
__________________ Revolution Mini Works Header, Borla Race Exhaust, M-7 CAI, M-7 DFIC, M-7 16% Pulley, M-7 STB, Texas Motor Engine Damper, M-7 splitter and rear wing, Detriot-Tuned Bypass Valve, DDM Polished Air Box, All ELECTRIC blue and chrome, too much more to mention......
Well 7 1/2 days and leaving Charlotte NC to meet up with part of the St Louis Minis. Just got home from 6 days at the Dragon. So I am resting up and just can't wait to get started. The 5280 club was really missed at the Dragon. I am ready to leave now, already packed up!
Great, just Great. After a weekend at the track I noticed Trogdor seems to be stopping umm not up to his potential. So take the car in to get a brake inspection.
1 All rotors glazed over.
2 Brake shoes that were new for the track. Yea they are glazed too.
3 Front calipers both with melted dust covers and leaking fluid from the seals.
4 Brake fluid more than likely cooked.
So now it is up in the air if everything can be fixed by next Wednesday afternoon. My fingers are crossed.
1 Replace rotors with ATE slotted front and rear rotors.
2 Replace brake pads with Hawk ceramic street pads
3 Replace seals and boots on calipers.
4 Brake fluid needs replaced.
So all in all a pain in the arse but I hope it makes for more fun in the Hills when all is done. As long as it is done in time.
that I took off Nigella years ago. Let me know if you need some.
JPS
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Originally Posted by Zyamfier
Great, just Great. After a weekend at the track I noticed Trogdor seems to be stopping umm not up to his potential. So take the car in to get a brake inspection.
1 All rotors glazed over.
2 Brake shoes that were new for the track. Yea they are glazed too.
3 Front calipers both with melted dust covers and leaking fluid from the seals.
4 Brake fluid more than likely cooked.
So now it is up in the air if everything can be fixed by next Wednesday afternoon. My fingers are crossed.
1 Replace rotors with ATE slotted front and rear rotors.
2 Replace brake pads with Hawk ceramic street pads
3 Replace seals and boots on calipers.
4 Brake fluid needs replaced.
So all in all a pain in the arse but I hope it makes for more fun in the Hills when all is done. As long as it is done in time.
Got my instructions on meeting the St Louis MINIs and can t wait to get on the road again. Luke
__________________ Revolution Mini Works Header, Borla Race Exhaust, M-7 CAI, M-7 DFIC, M-7 16% Pulley, M-7 STB, Texas Motor Engine Damper, M-7 splitter and rear wing, Detriot-Tuned Bypass Valve, DDM Polished Air Box, All ELECTRIC blue and chrome, too much more to mention......
Got my 17" S-lites with my summer tires on yesterday so I'm ready to hit the road too. I'm going with the other 3 KC MINIacs to N.Platte, so we'll either hook up with the rest of you west of your Kearney meet up with Zyamfier or see you all in Alliance.
Blucoopr it'll be fun to compare notes, I have an EB/EB '03 JCW with lots of chrome too, although we'll be driving our new LB/LB Clubster on this run.
Only a few more days, I can't wait to hit the road..........
Hope I don't jinx it but right now the weather looks perfect, sunny days in the mid 60's - low 70's and cool nights in the low 50's!
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'09 LB/LB Clubman S
'69 Jaguar XK-E
'04 Audi Allroad Twin-Turbo
MMC#580
Saturn and I will be giving our MINIs the full spa treatment tomorrow to get ready for the road trip. (Can't drive a grubby MINI. )
We will see you in Hill City, if we miss you in Alliance.
Do you have a channel preference for a KC MINI channel on the 2 way radios?
It will need to be 20 or under with no sub channels-so Davester can use it also.
Revolution Mini Works Header, Borla Race Exhaust, M-7 CAI, M-7 DFIC, M-7 16% Pulley, M-7 STB, Texas Motor Engine Damper, M-7 splitter and rear wing, Detriot-Tuned Bypass Valve, DDM Polished Air Box, All ELECTRIC blue and chrome, too much more to mention......
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ROHERYN -- 2011 MCS SO/W -- 
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