I went to the office today to get my digital audio recorder and my efficient staff sold my "demo". ... hey, that's what they are supposed to do.

I took the car by Global and let Cometgirl, aka Amanda take it for a drive...... she loved the sound and is going to post later herself. I went by RSpeed and showed it to Hector and the guys and Hector was really impressed with the construction...... he really liked the it. I drove another 150 mi today and I am falling in love with this thing and I still have not heard or driven with the valve open. Randy could sell a "non valved" version if he wanted to....... this thing really works as is.....I can't wait for the switch next week.

 

I really want to hear how this sounds. I might have track you down in Atlanta.

 

Is the valve on there? I'm guessing its just a simple open close one without a springs? If so take two lengths of wire and open it with some battery power. Then you can check it out. Course then again randy might just kill you

 

I can do that but my back is F'd up and I can't get under the car.

 

Its true, I loved the way this exhaust sounds- the burble is so sweet and the car really jumps if you learn to shift it later than with a not-so-modified MINI. I was initially shifting like I do in my own car, which is waaaaay too early to even begin to feel the power. that is by far the fastest MINI I have ever driven. I would get in too much trouble if I had that much power on a daily basis. Bob, if you ever want a co-driver at the track, I am soooo your girl!

Amanda

 

Vicoden FTW and a Chiopcator and you should feel right as rain

 

For those of you who don't know Amanda is one of the top Mini drivers in our area and has skills developed way above mine.......she jumped right in and scared me...not really....but she is not shy. Your on for a track date ( Amanda is happily married) Thanks for the post Amanda.

 

Thanks, got the Chiro, Skelaxin, massage therapist and even some TLC from a new "GF"...... I have done this before....people ask how....kayak,karate,skiing, tennis, mt bike, running, triathlon, weights , horses over fences/falling off this time I was picking up my cycling helmet. .......etc etc etc.

I'll be back in a bout 5 more days.

Thanks

 

soundbyte... cough...cough...cough

 

I am going to get my VTR from my daughter on Monday and do a video.... I have never tried to upload a video to site so there will be a learning curve......I am always greatful that Onasled posts his....I just don't know how......yet

 

geez, Bob, you make me sound like some pro driver! I can't believe I scared you- or maybe you were just scared for your MINI? I think you knew what you were asking when you told me to take it for a spin. Thanks again, it was fun!

and you're right- I'm not shy!
Amanda

 

Just kidding with you...... i was actually glad you discovered the area over 5000..... I absolutely knew what I was asking for....that's why I went to Global... to seek you out...you pro driver you.....for the record......I was only scared a little

 

I am foaming at the mouth to get this thing, I haven't even heard, nor seen it yet!

 

Whoa ... someone needs their prozac Just kidding Chile!

Remember now, this aint CRAP we're talking about here

 

Cant wait either!

 

I've already decided.... i'm getting it

 

I went for a 175 mile drive today/tonight in the N GA mts. and I got to tell you this thing ROCKS and i still have not opened it up yet(butterfly). The more I drive it the more I LOVE it...... It makes the engine seem like at least 2+ liters there is gobs of power ...... put your orders in....... I make no money and have no vested interest ..... now the bad news...... I threw/chewed my first belt and had to be flat bedded the last 70 miles home.... Thank God for AAA. It happened after a ***** to the walls red line effort in 1,2 and third gears...... the car was screamin! I slowed down and was cruising about 60 for about 10 miles and then it broke. (What size belt and how do I fix so I can go to the Atlanta Minis event tomorrow)

 

Bob, great news on the exhaust! Sorry to hear about the belt. I know there's a few threads here on the desired belt for a -19% SC pulley. At least I think that's what you have, with the 0% crank pulley...

Once up and running again, you might want to consider a 15/4 or 17/2. This will help you stay in about the same 19% range, but apparently with less belt wear. Not speaking from experience here... just something I've read a few times...

For the immediate concerns, these might help:

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=19%25+belt

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=19%25+belt

Hope you're back on the road soon...

 

While waiting 3 hrs for the flatbed last night I thought that SOON would be a good time to got to a 17 + 2 or something.

Thanks for the links...... I think the extra torque chewed the belt..... I was driving what I call the mini Dragon in N GA.....

 

1) Well if this new system causes all buyers to blow their belt then I would say Webb's desigh is highly suscessful . Note to Webb - include new belt with exhaust system .

2) SpiderX - assume you had your fill of seeing the leaves turning while sitting on the side of the road waiting for the truck . Proabably didn't help your back much either. The things Beta testers must go through!

 

I was with a date and not only did we talk for a long time but I got to see how she reacted ...... she was a trooper ....it's amazing how we behave at the beginning of a relationship

 

Lol Bob i thought you were going to say something else there for a minute

I was with a date and not only did we talk for a long time but I got to see............

 

Your mind is in the "gutter" but there is plenty of room for both of us

 

 

Now if only my car will break down with my date in the car!