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Old 04-27-2011, 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Gil-galad
Has this event cross any other local minds?
No firms plans. Just stirring the pot.
Fall is usually a difficult time for me to get away, but when you toss out some dates, I'll certainly give 'em a look! I'd like to stir the pot for the Chattanooga adventure. I hope those plans work out. That would be a trip to remember, too!
 
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Old 04-27-2011, 08:32 AM
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Since I know I can't go to MITM this year () and I remember how fun Eureka Springs was last year with the EIM clan, I keep finding myself returning to ponder this...

http://www.ozarkmini.com/

Has this event cross any other local minds? I'm thinking of experiencing the scenic overlook of the Buffalo River Canyon (obscured by fog when we were there) at the peak of the fall color season.

No firms plans. Just stirring the pot.

Well stirred! Would have to give that some serious thought but I like it.
 
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Well stirred! Would have to give that some serious thought but I like it.
Looks good to us. Maybe the weather would cooperate this time!
 
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Old 04-28-2011, 10:06 AM
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That humble fellow oldsbear is holding out on us...

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post3272139

See the new member of the family!
 
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That humble fellow oldsbear is holding out on us...

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post3272139

See the new member of the family!

She's beautiful!
 
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She's beautiful!
Thanks She's a little shy, but she growls nicely
 
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AWESOME
 
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Where is everybody?
 
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Originally Posted by Gil-galad
Where is everybody?
The is the Warm Weather Babble Forum and we haven't had warm weather, so...
 
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Where is everybody?

I am in a padded cell wearing a straight jacket because I could no longer deal with a car that has not been properly cleaned for 6 long months. (But the voices in my head are keeping me company) And they are letting me out Sunday to detail Gozer so I think I will be okay after that.
 
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The is the Warm Weather Babble Forum and we haven't had warm weather, so...
Good point.
 
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...And they are letting me out Sunday to detail Gozer so I think I will be okay after that.
I plan on giving Roheryn the "full monty" on Saturday.
 
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I plan on giving Roheryn the "full monty"
Yikes!
 
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I haven't been in a padded cell, even though some days I think I should be placed there . I have been busy with weddings and running across the nation (mainly west) and waiting for warm weather.
 
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I washed and waxed the Clubman today in the warm weather, however I ran into a potential issue...

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...or-defect.html
 
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I washed and waxed the Clubman today in the warm weather, however I ran into a potential issue...

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...or-defect.html
Jeff, let us know what you find out. Hope it gets taken care of to your satisfaction.
 
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I forgot how beautiful Purple Haze Metallic looks when it is freshly washed and waxed. Good thing I love driving her so much or I may be tempted to leave her in the garage so she stays that way.
 
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Good thing I love driving her so much or I may be tempted to leave her in the garage so she stays that way.
Believe me, I know EXACTLY how you feel.
 
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I try to make this my life motto: "A ship is safe in port but a ship isn't built for the port." Good thing that is just an analogy because I am scared of sharks and wouldn't really go in the ocean!
 
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Greetings from the Hotel Alex Johnson, SD.
If there were any 'hauntings' last night I slept right thru them.
Today's forecast: Sunny/56 should be good motoring weather.
Tomorrow: ? of Snow/43...r u serious?
 
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My MINI caught a cold from the R4TH2 trip. The "Death Rattle" is back with a vengeance! It happens on every start up and then its gone after 10-15min. But then can be heard again when I take corners. It's at the dealership right now getting fixed under warranty from last year's fix.
I have a 2011 Cooper Non-S for a loaner vehicle.
CR/W, Sun-roof, heated seats, KH stereo. Its a smooth ride but the Automatic has got to go!
 
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My MINI caught a cold from the R4TH2 trip.
Bummer about your MINI! My MINI needs a whole new windshield. If misery loves company, you can count me in.
 
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Glad your mini and my mini did not cross-contaminate...

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Bummer about your MINI! My MINI needs a whole new windshield. If misery loves company, you can count me in.
Why do you need a new windshield? It was just a tiny chip right?
 


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