Just saw your thread about your wife's accident (didn't read the date, but...); can you tell me, did the engine shut-off and if so, is the car functioning as it did before the accident? I ask because I was rear-ended in August - still no return of my MINI, and the engine did shut-off. I worry that it will be damaged?
Metal man, I saw a post of yours from 2014. You said that the thread count for the receptacle and tow hook for the MINI is an ACME 5/8- 8. You suggested this would be helpful for someone wanting to put a rear bike rack on their MINI. I have a 2017 Mini Convertible. I'd like to put a rear bike rack on my car and I had the bike rack preparation installed when I ordered my car. However, I didn't know the only rack available cost $750.00! that is more than my bicycle cost!! So, I'd like to know if you know if the tow hook & receptacle (the tube the tow hook screws intl) for the 2017 mini convertible is 5/8-8 ACME or if that has changed since 2014. I would really like to know as there are a couple Thule and Yakima rear racks that will work if I can find 2 one foot rods to screw into the tow hook receptacle. Thank you!
Sorry, I just noticed your request.... I don't know for sure if MINI changed the threads in the tow hook mount... Chances are good it's the same... I use McMaster-Carr for hard to find parts... Here is their listing for a 2' length of 5/8"-8 ACME threaded rod.. https://www.mcmaster.com/#93410a115/=1b89qmo
Hi, In one of your forum comments I have read that you dont like the 15w50 engine oil for a daily drive....Could you please elaborate little bit more on that? Thanking you in advance! Balsa
I dot think I'll be going to MME after all..just can't get excited anymore. Any ideas how to contact them for some sort of refund? Jeff
Barry, I was called back to Ohio yesterday afternoon for a family emergency and didn't get the card for Nathan. If you want to send it to me directly I'll be happy to take it to him. Sorry for the inconvenience. My address is: Mark Hampshire 8778 Coldwater Drive Powell, Ohio 43065
Chuck, I have room in my cabin if you think you can get down to the Dragon this year. I see this year as the last MOTD for me.
Hi Mini'mon, I found an old post of yours about your Laminova system. I have the identical system minus the accessories. I was looking to install this in the near future and wondered if you had any words of wisdom or notes from your installation? Thanks! Tim
So I was following your move to coilovers, and we had gotten as far as drilling holes for the rear adjustment cables. I have not seen any other threads about how the rest of the install went, or, whether or not you liked the BC Racing coilovers from Colin. I am also looking into replacing my (seems to be stock) 2006 suspension and these really look like a good fit (price and function). Any input or experiences you would like to share would be appreciated.
Hello. I'm not sure why this occurred, but the thread I started for the sale of my R53 has been closed. What is the reason for closing the thread? As you might imagine, I'm not the least bit happy about this! Please do what is necessary to reinstate the thread and advise me via email or private message when this has been taken care of. Thank you, Jon.
Jon, I'll take the leather door pull covers if you still have them. PM me, please, for shipping/payment details. Jeff
The British Car Show is in Dayton on Saturday, by the AF Museum [Metro Park]. It goes from 9 AM til 4 PM. Lotus is Marque. I'll be on the Premier Row [where all last year's winners are] if you stop by.
Now, THAT hurt...not enough to scream out, but pretty damned uncomfortable. I have a goose-egg lump now and swelling for at least the end of the week.