Proud owner of two Minis; R53, R60. Both have been through the parts ringer in the last year with clutches, supercharger rebuilds, and gaskets of every sort. Currently chasing down a turbo issue with the R60. I was warned that Minis are both addictive and maintenance nightmares, and I can say, the warnings were justified. Our R53 turned over 200k miles last week, something I don't see much of with these cars, so I'm proud of that milestone. Anyway, glad to be hear and look forward to learning and sharing my Mini experiences.

Mark

 

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Love me some Wyoming!

Heading to Montana and Wyoming over the next week or so with a group of undergrads on a geology field trip to Glacier and then Yellowstone. Was just there with a mapping class last weekend in the Sundance area. One of the most overlooked states, IMO - but Wyomingers (Wyomers? Wyomans?) - anyhow, you probably like it that way!

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Wyomingites do enjoy our space, privacy, guns and outdoors! My next project after the current R60, is to build an offroad R60; lift kit, suspension, etc. for use on the trails. I see Jeeps and Toyotas all day long. Imagine showing up to a group event with lifted R60 All4. The drivetrain is going to present the biggest challenge as there isn't any options to regear the R60's transfer case that I'm aware of...

 

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