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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since:  Posts: |
Welcome to the casual member lounge |
Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:02:05 PM |
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As per a few suggestions from quite a while back, I finally decided to set this up.
This is a place where members can talk to each other informally and just talk about anything. Anyway go for it. In this forum, waffle on with whatever, definately does not have to stay related to micras. Keep it clean though of course guys! :) |
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Alex_B » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts:  |
Re: Welcome to the casual member lounge |
Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:03:51 PM |
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haha, Yom gets all he wants for christmas :P
thanks cisco, Alex |
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:04:25 PM |
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woohoo now this section is bound to cause the database to corrupt on a regular basis. :P
Shame I'm all out of jokes for ya'll. |
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rocket » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:10:32 PM |
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Well I hope that the chairs are good ones are they leather?? A place to have a general chat, so people had a good easter I did, looking forward to the drive next weekend for us Qlders...
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:20:15 PM |
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Rocket, of course the chairs are good. Only the best.
Now matty, you can't wander into the girl's toilets like you did [repeatedly] in Brisbane when we went out. ha ha. This is us: |
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Alex_B » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:22:33 PM |
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hahahaha, good one cisco,
Alex |
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:25:36 PM |
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cisco, what about the bar? Can you hire sean connery to be the bar man?
"Yesh I'm a little wet but my martini is still dry." best bond ever |
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jamm'n » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:26:45 PM |
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hehehehehehe.....now some would say i belong in the girls:P
but anyways where's the TV, and the pool table, hey? |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:27:38 PM |
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Hmm we can only afford Sean (mighty_cg13de) at this stage. Actually Seano is an experienced barman, so would probably do a better job than Mr Connery.
But listen, we could work on the sponsor ads and possibly afford Sean Connery down the track. |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:29:53 PM |
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Actually, check out what the ads are advertising on this particular thread. Bahahah.
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rocket » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:32:04 PM |
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Yeah looks like a great place to hang out. Did anyone go on any good drives over the break??
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:34:31 PM |
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This is the TV room:
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:36:06 PM |
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Hmm. This one was wrong so I thought I'd change it.
Shame about how I screwed up the image format though. |
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jamm'n » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:36:25 PM |
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..hmm i like Arrons. you have good taste man
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:36:35 PM |
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Suntah!
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:37:15 PM |
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Check out the pool room!
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:39:02 PM |
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THe red light and red table might make me a bit angry. I suggest a soothing blue.
Don;t forget the poker room. Needs to be nice and dark. |
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jamm'n » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:39:43 PM |
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i went to the sunny coast for a couple of days, soooo relaxing. stayed at twin waters. it was the best.
i think the lounge is an instant success. yay |
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rocket » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:41:12 PM |
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It is getting better i might move out of home for this place, do they take long time renters??..
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 07:45:40 PM |
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Oh and as for the bar-tender...
Well I suppose our Seano will be good bar-maid for now. |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 08:00:08 PM |
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Nice chopped ads Yom :) I am easy, but I'm not cheap :)
Yeah good point, I think the billiard room needs renovation. |
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 09:54:57 PM |
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Good one Cisco.I dont know it all looks to nice and clean. Needs to be dark and dingy with Seano lurking behind the bar complete with shotgun under the bar and of course the pink shirt.
Uni sex toilet to keep Matty happy. Pieces of Micra hanging off the walls,oil and grease stains on the floor. Come on someone get cracking and design the Micra mans hangout. Women only let in if they own a Micra. |
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micragirl » CMF Member Gold Coast Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 10:08:42 PM |
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Hey I like this hangout, Cisco. Perhaps you could install a hairdresser, masseur and manicurist for us girls to amuse ourselves when you guys get into all the technical talk. Speaking of which, went for some pretty long drives over the break despite the cost of petrol being through the roof. One thing though, I think my car needs some kind of sway bar fitted now, it doesn't corner as well as it used to, seems to sag in the front end and not be as precise and direct as well. Could be tyre pressure too I suppose. Any ideas?
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 10:49:31 PM |
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Uprated swaybars are used as "band aid" solutions to deeper unerlying problems far too often these days (not just with micras but with ALL cars that people modify).
On your car it most likely the standard suspension starting to get tired. (seriously here) some nismo engine mounts, steering rack mounts, castor bushings, rear trailing arm bushings and swaybar bushings all round would make the car feel as fresh as it came from the factory. Infact the harder engine and steering rack mounts will definately make it feel stiffer in the front end (the standard rubbers are very soft) and improve steering response. Next on the shopping list should be some new shocks (KYB Excel G should be the only items on your shopping list right about now) - thats if you havent already replaced them. If that still doesnt make you happy, mabye some quality sport tyres (hurry up and buy some Yokohama A539 in 175/60R13 profile if your tyres are running low on tread - they're running out FAST {Yoko has discontinued them 100% in australia for the last time apparentl} and they're absolutely fantastic tyres). Once you've got good traction with acceptable body rebound control and you're not happy, then move to uprated swaybars. But don't just replace the rear. Do the front as well. Making the rear swaybar stiffer than the front isnt always a good idea for lower powered front wheel drive cars. |
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Alex_B » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Mon 17 Apr 2006 11:01:45 PM |
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check for:
tyre pressure dampers, replaced before? leaking any suspension bushings given out etc... Alex |
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Toma » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 12:47:39 AM |
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Should you need to quietly reflect in the members lounge, and 'unload' some worries, and 'dump' away your troubles, here is where you can. :D
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 07:50:43 AM |
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micragirl I would say the front shock absorbers are getting tired.
Yes replace with KYB ones. Same thing happened with Family Hack where it started to wander a bit at speed. Back shocks were okay just replaced the front ones and everything back to normal. How many kls? Hack has 80,000 so that is an indication of when they start to wear. |
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 07:55:05 AM |
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Toma I nominate you as the sites official funny guy.
The unisex toilet is spot on. |
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 09:16:59 AM |
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Now that's a loo with a view.
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Sean » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 09:20:10 AM |
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I aint no bar-mistress!
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 10:32:40 AM |
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Yes you are Seano, yes you are.
And you have to clean the uni sex toilets. You need a long brush to reach the bottom. |
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micragirl » CMF Member Gold Coast Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 11:49:19 AM |
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123,000klms...all I have had to do so far is have rear brake drums machined, wiper blades replaced and the horrible afm problem fixed. And that's since new! So I guess its time for me to start spending big $$$ or...test drive one of those sassy new Suzuki Swifts and make my decision. Who knows? Maybe I will hate the Swift and stick with the Mike. I hate new cars in that the first time you get an uncontrollable shopping trolley dent, your car seems no longer "new". Yes, some decisions will have to be made soon, when I get my pay out for my work injury :D
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 11:49:32 AM |
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C'mon seano. You had to realise that you'd regret that pink shirt eventually.
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micragirl » CMF Member Gold Coast Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 11:57:21 AM |
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The only reason for considering a switch in motor vehicles is my inability to trust motor mechanics. Wouldn't it be good if you guys could form a conglomerate in your respective areas and maybe earn a few bucks on the side fixing the cars that you all know and love so well, its not easy for us girls to get under a bonnet, or start replacing shock absorbers and brake linings, not to mention getting the oil filter off so we can do an oil change without being charged for mindless extras that we didn't want.
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evade » CMF Member Melbourne Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 12:06:42 PM |
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Get stuck in there and start doing it yourself and learning something.
Best way to do it. |
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micragirl » CMF Member Gold Coast Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 12:57:56 PM |
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That's harsh, Aaron. For a start, the nerds at the tyre place put my wheel nuts on with the gun, there was no way I could loosen them to change a flat tyre 2 weeks ago....secondly, I didn't burn my bra at those ceremonies in the 60's, I do not profess to be a bloke, nor do I have any desire to behave as one. Thirdly, I am 50 at Christmas time, and even though I do not look it, my senses tell me it's a little late to start learning motor mechanics, it's better to leave things alone if you do not know anything about it. More harm than good has come of cars which have been tinkered from by "novices", from my experience. But thank you for your comment.
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 01:15:27 PM |
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I feel its your front shocks. Take it to a reputable place like Pedders and get them to give an opinion and price.
Let us know what they say and we can let you know if it looks okay. I do not think Pedders will try to rip you off to any extent. No buy a Mini Cooper S and hose off most cars. Problem is they are so expensive and you are payinmg for the BMW badge. |
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evade » CMF Member Melbourne Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 01:25:15 PM |
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Haha I didn't mean for it to come across like that..
Under those circumstances, i'd have to agree with you. |
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eM » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 01:44:14 PM |
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yaay i think this lounge off topic place will be a success and its cool that everyone can get to know eachother better.
I hope you all had a good easter :) |
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 02:36:20 PM |
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/seconds Hack's suggestion of mini cooper s.
Second hand they're starting to get cheap though. Average cost in QLD for a second hand, 2003 cooper s with less than 100,000km is around $28,000. I saw a plain 2003 Cooper with 80,000km sell for only $24,000 on carsales.com.au a few weeks ago. Should become cheaper late next year when they release a new revision, which is longer, wider and cheaper outright. Servicing is also extremily cheap. You only have to service them when the ECU tells you to. :) |
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 02:39:43 PM |
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Oh and by cheap, some motoring magazine compared them to a brand new Toyota Echo and the mini was over $400 cheaper to maintain over a year where you travel ~25,000km.
You don't always pay for that with parts though. The only manufacturers who have cheap parts these days are Holden and Ford - even then the cheap parts are for Commodores and Falcons only! |
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 03:24:34 PM |
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Hmm Mini Cooper ( not the S)and turbo it.
That would be a nice sleeper project.Give the S a real scare plus most other cars. |
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evade » CMF Member Melbourne Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 04:39:01 PM |
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The real S isn't that fast a car though to begin with, compared esp when you consider the price of it too..
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 06:24:08 PM |
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Yeh but its not the speed you're paying for. When you buy a Mini Cooper S you're buying a whole lot more than a car (in many owner's eyes anyway).
You're buying something special, IMO. |
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Snoopy » CMF Member Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Tue 18 Apr 2006 08:48:24 PM |
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Bar forget the new mini & get an old one (a few of my mates are mini fans & I constantly hear about how much they hate the new mini, to big, they say its more of a midi than a mini). Then with the money you save, shove a bike engine in the back :P. That would really scare the locals.
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evade » CMF Member Melbourne Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Wed 19 Apr 2006 08:10:43 AM |
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heh and the new mini that is coming out is even bigger still
dont get me wrong i like the shape of the cars and think they'd be a great drive but yes you pay a premium for it. from a performance point of view theres better bang for buck out there IMO |
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Yom » CMF Member Brisbane Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Wed 19 Apr 2006 09:33:02 AM |
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The 07 update looks like BMW is trying to make the mini a better value for money car.
Its turning into a basic vanilla hatch. Next thing you know it'll have a 5 door option and a turbo diesel available. |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Wed 19 Apr 2006 09:50:56 PM |
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Yeah so much bang for buck nowdays.
Worst case, even spend $5k on an EF falcon. 157kw power 357Nm torque, massive wheelspin, low 8sec 0-100kmh. Falcons are terrible I know, but for pure straight line balls, you can't beat that power and torque for 5 grand. Used 200sx, WRX, anything etc. |
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Sean » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Thu 20 Apr 2006 11:10:12 AM |
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So...
Isn't anyone going to order a drink? |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Thu 20 Apr 2006 11:17:32 AM |
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Vodka redbull thanks big guy. Haven't had one of those for a long time. But planning too soon.
Man this life without having a job is just plain awesome. Now I understand while half of Australia is on the dole.. This Friday, drinks with ex-workmates after 5pm. Next thursday, drinks with more ex-workmates after work. Next Friday - drinks in Sydney with some Sydney mates The Saturday - drinks in Newcastle with some good Newcastle mates, my dad, some of his mates. Fire up. Those 3 nights in a row are going to demand some kind of redbull caper. |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Thu 20 Apr 2006 11:18:48 AM |
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Allright going straight out now to put this cooling system back together and rip the gearbox off. Mighty, if you're bored come over any time if ya want. I'm just farting around in the garage.
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MALLIE » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Thu 20 Apr 2006 12:41:01 PM |
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You left work, Cisco??
What's with everyone selling up their Micras lately? Going bigger and better, people? |
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Thu 20 Apr 2006 12:59:09 PM |
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Cisco farting around in his bug/insect free garage.
Go give him a hand Seano. I am farting around at work doing as little as possible. Oh more snow tonight in Tassie. Freezing air meet in Canberra looking good. |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Fri 21 Apr 2006 02:50:25 PM |
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Yes bring the snow on. Cold air here we come.
Yeah Mallie I left mate. Gave them 4 weeks notice a while back, and I was bloody lucky they said "ok go home and have a rest and we'll still pay out your 4 weeks notice". Yay! It pays to be nice and give your full notice period even when you are annoyed/over-it etc. I've accepted a 12 month contract elsewhere, but I still have approx 1 month off from TODAY before I start. Bloody magic. I have a full month to really get this blue car cranking and driving smoothly. I can run around and do as much stuffing around required to get it going. Then I hope to be back at work looking forward to driving it on the weekends and after hours. |
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MALLIE » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Fri 21 Apr 2006 03:23:11 PM |
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Cisco you bum you.
Naa congrats, good luck in the future! |
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Sat 22 Apr 2006 11:10:39 AM |
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Time off is just so addictive, now I know why everyone is on the dole.
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White Knight » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Sat 22 Apr 2006 11:40:11 AM |
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Only problem is Cisco you run out of money to spend on Micras!
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cisco » CMF Member Canberra Australia Member since: Posts: |
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Sat 22 Apr 2006 04:53:33 PM |
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Hmm yeah good point.
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