EIM Wintertime Chat Room
#551
I threw together a few of the EIM Calendar pics from the last three years. It's fun to try and recall where the pictures were taken. The 2012 motoring season is going to be great fun! Hope to see you, soon.
http://youtu.be/u0E9SuD8fDE
http://youtu.be/u0E9SuD8fDE
Happy New Year to all my MINI friends out there!
I apologize for the lack of attention I've been giving this site but I've had some stuff going on. Don't worry it's mostly good stuff.
I'll save that fireside chat for another time.
xoxoMINIoxox
#552
I threw together a few of the EIM Calendar pics from the last three years. It's fun to try and recall where the pictures were taken. The 2012 motoring season is going to be great fun! Hope to see you, soon.
http://youtu.be/u0E9SuD8fDE
http://youtu.be/u0E9SuD8fDE
Enjoyed the retro journey through EIM MINI history. GREAT WORK Daryl
Hope everyone is off to the start of a great 2012.
We ended 2011 with some maintenance on Taz including a new oxygen sensor and new front disks & pads for the brakes. No worry though...
All under warranty and taken care of by one of our own, Jeremiah at MINI of Des Moines.
Took care of Taz in style and we got to drive a 2012 Countyman S All4 stick. WooHOOoooo Thanks Miah!!
#553
We've missed, you! I hope you get back in the loop, soon! We have MINI events to attend, you know!
#554
#555
I think I figured out the exact location of all but three of the pictures in that clip (but I have an unfair advantage because of my participation in assembling the calendar pics)...
#1. The musical notes wall painting behind Mike's former blue JCW -- now owned by kmic -- at 1:26? (Somewhere in the Quad Cities, I think)
#2. Rob and Lisa's old MINI in front of the mermaid backdrop at 2:01 -- not sure where that was taken
#3. Tim and Jan's MINI in front of the beautiful fall colored tree at 2:11 (no clue as to the location; probably over in IL somewhere)
The rest of 'em I have nailed.
#556
I was spelunking on the MNDOT web pages today and discovered that, supposedly, MN-76 between Caledonia and Houston was resurfaced during the summer/fall of '11. I've never included this road in our past drives because the road surface condition was such a disaster. Rough enough to mushroom strut towers and rattle teeth.
If this news is actually true, it means there may be a brand new stretch of superb--and now smooth--twisties on the menu for the April Border Skirmish Drive. I can't wait to do a recon and check it out.
If this news is actually true, it means there may be a brand new stretch of superb--and now smooth--twisties on the menu for the April Border Skirmish Drive. I can't wait to do a recon and check it out.
#557
I was spelunking on the MNDOT web pages today and discovered that, supposedly, MN-76 between Caledonia and Houston was resurfaced during the summer/fall of '11. I've never included this road in our past drives because the road surface condition was such a disaster. Rough enough to mushroom strut towers and rattle teeth.
If this news is actually true, it means there may be a brand new stretch of superb--and now smooth--twisties on the menu for the April Border Skirmish Drive. I can't wait to do a recon and check it out.
If this news is actually true, it means there may be a brand new stretch of superb--and now smooth--twisties on the menu for the April Border Skirmish Drive. I can't wait to do a recon and check it out.
#558
New EIM Member...Winter projects.
Hey Everyone,
I was trying to become a member on the website, but everytime i would try to submit info...I got an error. Website problems?
Anyway... I just purchased my MINI!!!! Thought i would join your local Mini Community. I see there is an event comming up. Anything i need to do to participate? I can't see the details...?Website?
I have 2003 Mini... Great condition. Has some small repairs and projects I want to do...
-Rear hatch- This weekend my hatch wouldn't open. When unlocked, the locking/unlocking mechinasim looks try's to unlock but fails to realease the hatch clip... Anyone else ever have this problem? I know there is a manual hatch release cable, although mine is broken also...(Dumb mistake on my part while installing audio system) I'm looking to order new hatch lock for around $65...
-Idler Noise.
Started a few weeks ago. Squeking noise from my "belt" area. I havent tried to pin point the cause yet. spraid some stuff on the belt and idler, noise went away and then came back. It only happens when i am idel fully stopped. If im in neutral coasting, nothing...
-Audio System... (status=Complete) Previous owner did some horrible re-wiring, and installed a cheap aftermarket JVC deck. Speakers made crackling noise(stock HK). Replaced audio system..I can show pics of the install if interested.
-Driving/Fog lights... I like the giant rally/driving lamps... Anyone have any aftermarkets installed?
Well. I kinda though a lot out there... Kind of excited to check out the club...
See ya!
I was trying to become a member on the website, but everytime i would try to submit info...I got an error. Website problems?
Anyway... I just purchased my MINI!!!! Thought i would join your local Mini Community. I see there is an event comming up. Anything i need to do to participate? I can't see the details...?Website?
I have 2003 Mini... Great condition. Has some small repairs and projects I want to do...
-Rear hatch- This weekend my hatch wouldn't open. When unlocked, the locking/unlocking mechinasim looks try's to unlock but fails to realease the hatch clip... Anyone else ever have this problem? I know there is a manual hatch release cable, although mine is broken also...(Dumb mistake on my part while installing audio system) I'm looking to order new hatch lock for around $65...
-Idler Noise.
Started a few weeks ago. Squeking noise from my "belt" area. I havent tried to pin point the cause yet. spraid some stuff on the belt and idler, noise went away and then came back. It only happens when i am idel fully stopped. If im in neutral coasting, nothing...
-Audio System... (status=Complete) Previous owner did some horrible re-wiring, and installed a cheap aftermarket JVC deck. Speakers made crackling noise(stock HK). Replaced audio system..I can show pics of the install if interested.
-Driving/Fog lights... I like the giant rally/driving lamps... Anyone have any aftermarkets installed?
Well. I kinda though a lot out there... Kind of excited to check out the club...
See ya!
#559
You don't need to do anything to join our fun-loving MINI group, other than show up at
Wig and Pen Pub
1220 Hwy 6 West
Iowa City, IA 52246
319-354-2767
between 10:30 and 11:00.
See you in a few days!
#560
#561
Talked to another prospective EIM MINI owner last night. He (and his wife) are the Owner/Manager of Photo Pro here in Cedar Rapids. He has (actually it's his wife's) a 2005 Chili Red / Black top MINI. "Nice Color"!
I invited him to Saturday's Wig and Pen. He was anxious to meet our group. Pending getting away from Photo Pro. He has also taught BMW "track" driving, and may be leaning towards "track" driving their MINI.
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Heard back from him last night. As it turns out, his wife is a nurse, usually puts in long hours and needed the weekend free to catch up on things that needed to be done.
I invited him to Saturday's Wig and Pen. He was anxious to meet our group. Pending getting away from Photo Pro. He has also taught BMW "track" driving, and may be leaning towards "track" driving their MINI.
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Heard back from him last night. As it turns out, his wife is a nurse, usually puts in long hours and needed the weekend free to catch up on things that needed to be done.
Last edited by lapshoffman; 01-27-2012 at 07:52 AM.
#562
Hey Everyone,
-Rear hatch- This weekend my hatch wouldn't open. When unlocked, the locking/unlocking mechinasim looks try's to unlock but fails to realease the hatch clip... Anyone else ever have this problem? I know there is a manual hatch release cable, although mine is broken also...(Dumb mistake on my part while installing audio system) I'm looking to order new hatch lock for around $65...
-Rear hatch- This weekend my hatch wouldn't open. When unlocked, the locking/unlocking mechinasim looks try's to unlock but fails to realease the hatch clip... Anyone else ever have this problem? I know there is a manual hatch release cable, although mine is broken also...(Dumb mistake on my part while installing audio system) I'm looking to order new hatch lock for around $65...
#563
Thanks, David. Bad press is better than no press, I guess. By the way, where were you on Saturday??? You need to get your luxury room at a sharply discounted rate, soon!
#564
Fred, thought you might have an interest in following this thread --
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...then-dies.html
I'm wondering if the Valvetronic actuator motor as a root cause is sufficiently obscure that it might have escaped Miah's discerning eye...
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...then-dies.html
I'm wondering if the Valvetronic actuator motor as a root cause is sufficiently obscure that it might have escaped Miah's discerning eye...
#565
Maybe it has to do with how the engine cools down? Indoors it would happen slowly; outdoors, more quickly....
Thanks for the tip
#566
Hey Everyone,
I was trying to become a member on the website, but everytime i would try to submit info...I got an error. Website problems?
Anyway... I just purchased my MINI!!!! Thought i would join your local Mini Community. I see there is an event comming up. Anything i need to do to participate? I can't see the details...?Website?
I have 2003 Mini... Great condition. Has some small repairs and projects I want to do...
-Rear hatch- This weekend my hatch wouldn't open. When unlocked, the locking/unlocking mechinasim looks try's to unlock but fails to realease the hatch clip... Anyone else ever have this problem? I know there is a manual hatch release cable, although mine is broken also...(Dumb mistake on my part while installing audio system) I'm looking to order new hatch lock for around $65...
-Idler Noise.
Started a few weeks ago. Squeking noise from my "belt" area. I havent tried to pin point the cause yet. spraid some stuff on the belt and idler, noise went away and then came back. It only happens when i am idel fully stopped. If im in neutral coasting, nothing...
-Audio System... (status=Complete) Previous owner did some horrible re-wiring, and installed a cheap aftermarket JVC deck. Speakers made crackling noise(stock HK). Replaced audio system..I can show pics of the install if interested.
-Driving/Fog lights... I like the giant rally/driving lamps... Anyone have any aftermarkets installed?
Well. I kinda though a lot out there... Kind of excited to check out the club...
See ya!
I was trying to become a member on the website, but everytime i would try to submit info...I got an error. Website problems?
Anyway... I just purchased my MINI!!!! Thought i would join your local Mini Community. I see there is an event comming up. Anything i need to do to participate? I can't see the details...?Website?
I have 2003 Mini... Great condition. Has some small repairs and projects I want to do...
-Rear hatch- This weekend my hatch wouldn't open. When unlocked, the locking/unlocking mechinasim looks try's to unlock but fails to realease the hatch clip... Anyone else ever have this problem? I know there is a manual hatch release cable, although mine is broken also...(Dumb mistake on my part while installing audio system) I'm looking to order new hatch lock for around $65...
-Idler Noise.
Started a few weeks ago. Squeking noise from my "belt" area. I havent tried to pin point the cause yet. spraid some stuff on the belt and idler, noise went away and then came back. It only happens when i am idel fully stopped. If im in neutral coasting, nothing...
-Audio System... (status=Complete) Previous owner did some horrible re-wiring, and installed a cheap aftermarket JVC deck. Speakers made crackling noise(stock HK). Replaced audio system..I can show pics of the install if interested.
-Driving/Fog lights... I like the giant rally/driving lamps... Anyone have any aftermarkets installed?
Well. I kinda though a lot out there... Kind of excited to check out the club...
See ya!
#568
Just the beginning...
The forums i was reading before... Other people said the same thing. Few days after their hatch jammed... They tried it, and it just opened. Works great now.
So the money I was going to use on the part...I purchased a year subscription to MC2!!!
Oh and just wanted to say thanks for such a warm welcome!! The group is awesome and i think this is a beginning to many great adventures for me. There are so many awesome events...I dont know which ones to go to...
#569
#570
Our Group
I agree with Gary’s assessment of our group, and what makes it tick. I also agree with the comments that have been directed toward Gary’s assessment. One missing factor that should be on the list of things that make our group the best MINI group is that the leader of our leaderless group always makes attendees feel welcome, whether they are new or “old.” He knows how to keep a good thing going!
#571
I agree with Gary’s assessment of our group, and what makes it tick. I also agree with the comments that have been directed toward Gary’s assessment. One missing factor that should be on the list of things that make our group the best MINI group is that the leader of our leaderless group always makes attendees feel welcome, whether they are new or “old.” He knows how to keep a good thing going!
I think if you look back over the years in our Photo Gallery you can find lots of times when we leveraged the creativity and generosity of a variety of folks in the group. I'm always happy just to be along for the ride (pun intended!).
#572
I agree with Gary’s assessment of our group, and what makes it tick. I also agree with the comments that have been directed toward Gary’s assessment. One missing factor that should be on the list of things that make our group the best MINI group is that the leader of our leaderless group always makes attendees feel welcome, whether they are new or “old.” He knows how to keep a good thing going!
#573
I agree with Gary’s assessment of our group, and what makes it tick. I also agree with the comments that have been directed toward Gary’s assessment. One missing factor that should be on the list of things that make our group the best MINI group is that the leader of our leaderless group always makes attendees feel welcome, whether they are new or “old.” He knows how to keep a good thing going!
#574
Had a little time this morning (didn't see anything interesting at the local auction) so I made a quick recon up across the border north of Waukon. The rumors of MN-76 getting repaved between Caledonia and Houston have made me insanely curious so I had to check it out.
Happy to report that it's true. Scenic, twisty, and smooth as a baby's bottom. This little segment will definitely be integrated as a new addition to the April Border Skirmish Drive...as will a couple of other new twists.
Snapped a few pics through the windshield...
Happy to report that it's true. Scenic, twisty, and smooth as a baby's bottom. This little segment will definitely be integrated as a new addition to the April Border Skirmish Drive...as will a couple of other new twists.
Snapped a few pics through the windshield...
#575
Had a little time this morning (didn't see anything interesting at the local auction) so I made a quick recon up across the border north of Waukon. The rumors of MN-76 getting repaved between Caledonia and Houston have made me insanely curious so I had to check it out.
Happy to report that it's true. Scenic, twisty, and smooth as a baby's bottom. This little segment will definitely be integrated as a new addition to the April Border Skirmish Drive...as will a couple of other new twists.
Snapped a few pics through the windshield...
Happy to report that it's true. Scenic, twisty, and smooth as a baby's bottom. This little segment will definitely be integrated as a new addition to the April Border Skirmish Drive...as will a couple of other new twists.
Snapped a few pics through the windshield...