Kansas City MINI Enthusiasts

I'm sure we'll have a garage day in the spring if not before then. I am in need of the same service and will be doing it then hopefully.

I only checked one place and that was Independence Audio. They told me $300 but kinda made it sound like it might take longer, making it more expensive because it's a MINI. That is also with me buying all components from them which will also increase the price at least 25%. They did say they have do...

I had the same problem. I replaced the whole system and added more for about half that price. Take a look at my post here viewtopic.php?f=10&t=2598

I have my share of battle wounds as well so I won't laugh if you don't.
I sent you a PM w/ my #

I probably should learn to do it myself. Looks a little intimidating under the bonnet. :? Is there any way to reset the counter without special equipment? Once you've worked on it a few times it's not so intimidating. I'm willing to help you learn when and if you want to. I'll be changing mine this...

That would be no good but for some reason I doubt that's the problem. I didn't think that was that big of a problem on these cars.
I work in olathe, if you want me to have a listen i'd be glad to, just let me know. If we can't figure it out atleast we could stare at eachother's MINIs

I just replaced my Inner and outer tie rod assemblies a few thousand miles ago. I was also replacing ball joints so I had the entire control arm out which made it easier but I don't think it would be too hard even with the control arms in. You'll want to pick up some new clamps or zip ties for the b...

looks like the kiddos will be happy

I might be there it depends on the weather. I need to paint my house but can't if its too cold or wet.

I installed the Kenwood x995. I went with it because I originally didn't want to change the factory look too much and it has several different colors to choose from to match the dash lights. It also has usb, ipod, hd radio and my favorite the hands free kit with external mic. I'm not sure how i live...

When my H/K amp bit the dust I didn't have the funds to fix/replace it right away so I was without a stereo for about a year. This was torture so I started saving for a replacement. I thought about having Independence Audio do the install but they said since it's a MINI they would have to charge mor...

I can't really hear anything in your video but I had a noise not long ago it was coming from the left side of the engine and tried a few things before I took it to baron and they said it was the belt tensioner. It was only noticeable at idle sounded like "whish whish whish whish". Take a l...

Sounds to me like the problem isn't getting the piston back in but getting the old pads out of the caliper or loose enough to slide off. The rotor probably is worn enough to have a ridge on the outside of it preventing the pads from sliding off. If this is the case then make sure the caliper bolts a...

I'm due for an oil change just haven't got around to it. I should be free all week but not this weekend. Let me know what works for you and we can get together. I would get a new drain plug. RealOEM shows it costing $3.68

I have never used it on the road just offroad trails.

For lens protection I have a wide angle lens screwed on that I got for a few bucks. I wouldn't use such a nice camera if I was going to be doing anything really crazy.

When I changed my plugs and wires I noticed the corrosion as well. Not only on the coil end but also the spark plug end. Some dielectric grease should help keep them a bit cleaner.

I get this sometimes too, i've heard it could be the catalytic converter but I really don't know.

Change of plans, I won't be able to make it this weekend. I can help bradg33 on Oct 1st though, hopefully not but maybe there will be some work that doesn't get done this weekend and can be finished the next.

I will bring 2 jack stands, a jack and my tool set.
We should be able to replace that O2 sensor, especially with the Bentley manual. Don't take my word for it though, I haven't ever done it.

boxer If I remember correctly you have a 2 car garage and space for at least 4 minis in the drive way right?

Does anybody else hit up the local mountain bike trails? I have been going to Landahl park every Tuesday and Thursday, unfortunately I'm usually by myself because my friends/coworkers usually bail. If anybody wants to join let me know. I"m up for going to any of the local trails. mini bike.jpg

I didn't know I could put used struts on or where I would get them? Any direction to keep cost low as possible. Kenny at German Imports NKC told me on phone that my rubbing noise or feeling of drag from back left was that strut and I would have to do both. I said a later date. He hadn't written it ...

I am actually putting in a whole new system. All the components are costing around $700 but it should sound amazing and that's still cheaper than an amp from Baron. A year is way too long without tunes especially when I spend at least an hour and half in my car every day.

Sounds like this is going to be a busy garage day! Here is what needs to be done so far.


bradg33 - Pulley kit, strut tower reinforcement plates, DICE Media Bridge, Oil Change

GrayGuy - Front pads and Rotors, Rear pads???

boxer - Rear trailing arm inserts

minicoopers43 - Oil Change

I'll be there, wherever there is. The only garage I have been to on a garage day is MiniDave's. If he isn't available then I will donate my garage but the only problem is I'm a little farther drive for most people, i'm in Greenwood just south of Lee's Summit on 150 hwy. What kind of reinforcement pl...