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  1. ScottinBend

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    #33 ScottinBend, Apr 11, 2012
    OK OK.....snuck up on the MINI and grabbed a quick shot before it knew what I was doing.....

    It doesn't show the coolant stain I have yet to clean up. I forgot to set up the drool cup.
     

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  2. DixonL2

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    #16 DixonL2, Apr 10, 2012
    Making MOTD kid- and pet- sitter plans now...

    "If it uses lipstick or a dipstick, it's gonna give you trouble" <-- love that.
    Corollary: Men are overcome by two fumes: Exhaust fumes, and Perfumes.
     
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    #21 DixonL2, Apr 10, 2012
    Just dropped my car off at a local detailer, same shop that does the local Lexus, Toyota and Volvo dealerships - got a discount through a friend and couldn't resist. I've seen their work and frankly I'm a little giddy. And yes, I just said "giddy". Wow. No, it won't add speed, but it'll make me smile bigger.
     
  4. KittyMini

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    #91 KittyMini, Apr 20, 2012
    Ok, last prep is a final detail with buffing/waxing.

    I'm working on some "me" detailing now :ihih:
     
  5. Justa Jim

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    #108 Justa Jim, Apr 24, 2012
    Vacuumed and polished the interior. Waiting for mats to dry, then a coat of Back-to-Black (I'll get some Black-Wow at MOTD). Then all that's left is a wax with Banana Gloss. No rush there. I have plenty of time left. :D

    Jim
     
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    #109 KittyMini, Apr 24, 2012
    Yep, got one more interior cleaning, a wash and a nice buffing wax from Dave.O and Ryu is set to be packed and driven down there! :Thumbsup:
     
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    #4 Mr. Jim, Apr 9, 2012
    Gonna do oil change, new plugs already upgraded the sound system for the trip......


    How do you know your on vacation?


    Your having breakfast at a Cracker Barrel!
     
  8. DixonL2

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    #5 DixonL2, Apr 9, 2012
    :Thumbsup: THAT... about says it all, my friend!

    I put a whole new suspension on the Brave Little Trailer ("BLT"), and among other things (like supercharger oil), Jason helped me replace the defective pulley on my supercharger. The NERVE of that factory putting on one that's 15% too large! :wink:

    On The List, other than loading 150 pounds of Bingo apparatus, a Pinewood Derby track and assorted Dragon Draggin' debris, is new LED lighting for the BLT, and Friday The Mini goes to have the inside detailed - first time - cannot WAIT for that! While I've kept it pretty clean for a daily driver, this place is known for really bringing 'er back. We shall see!
     
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    #6 old81, Apr 9, 2012
    New MINI5280 sticker. :)

    Let's see, new Nitto Motivos, new EBC Red Front pads, new battery, new place to hang the Nuvi, wash and wax this weekend.

    Next week, get the recall done, new cabin filter and oil change. Ready to GO.

    Looking forward to the huge crowd.
     
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    #8 docv, Apr 9, 2012
    Gonna fill it up with gas and drive east.....:cool:
     
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    #11 BlwnAway, Apr 10, 2012
    MOTD prep is always about 2 months of planning for me, but this year I crammed a bunch of extra stuff.
    Besides doing my normal stuff, preparing my menu's and regular car maintenance. (oil change, tires & such)
    This year I've gotten rid of all the plasti-dip and repainted all those items, I'm finishing up some lighting projects (hid change overs) tail light & side marker films, plus all the things associated with the Sprintex change, like getting the tuning done & even doing some touch-up painting & cleaning under the hood.

    Not to mention I always bring too much "just in case" stuff. :lol:
     
  12. ScottinBend

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    #13 ScottinBend, Apr 10, 2012
    I put a large picture of the Dragon in front of my MINI and let it dream of someday going........
     
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    #19 Snooter, Apr 10, 2012
    thermostat housing & kit - done
    swaybar link - done

    hoping to get a tire rotation and balance in before I take off and try to clear up my front headlights before I leave if time allows

    have appt at the Dragon from Brake flush and front brake pads

    Round is a shape, so I've got this one covered already :D
     
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    #29 DixonL2, Apr 11, 2012
    This detailer preps used cars for the local Lexus and Toyota/Volvo dealer, so I'm having them do the same thing to mine. No Armor-All or shiny lotion, just good, honest "clean". I mean, I keep it clean, but the Checkmate cloth picks up marks from just sitting on it, and the interior's 6 years old now, so it's time for a professional "refresh". they also do the little doordings and such on the outside. I'll see it in a couple hours, and cannot wait!

    It's weird, I generally do all the work on my car (everything I'm capable of, perhaps more accurately everything my friends and I are capable of, and I have talented friends who do things like supercharger oil changes!), so this is the first time I've completely contracted out something I thought I could do myself... we'll see... <nervous twitch>
     
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    #31 euells, Apr 11, 2012
    New DDM Works Intake, NM Torque arm inserts, new Italian leather interior.
     
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    #35 Austinsynthetics, Apr 12, 2012
    This is exciting....at least I think so!

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    #43 KittyMini, Apr 12, 2012
    I actually didn't know they were for sale still.
    Already ordered one online in case they run out while I'm there :Thumbsup:
     
  18. Justa Jim

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    #51 Justa Jim, Apr 13, 2012
    The "..........MY Dragon", should have given you a clue. :lol:

    Jim
     
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    #52 CHKMINI, Apr 13, 2012
    Oil changed, tires rotated, and put a tail cutting knife in the boot just in case Justa Jim parks next to me at the cabin.
     
  20. Justa Jim

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    #55 Justa Jim, Apr 13, 2012
    No. But I have been told my wife totaled three of them. :)

    Jim
     
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