White Roof Radio Podcast #37

Sections: Podcast Feb 23rd, 2006 19 Comments

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For the second podcast of the week we decided to change gears a bit and stick to some newbie topics. Specifically break-in procedure. We hit everything from brakes, to tires and most of what’s in between. You can download the show, read the show notes, and subscribe via iTunes all below:

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Written By: Gabe

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We hit everything from brakes, to tires and most of whatÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã¢â€žÂ¢s in between.

Er, so you covered wheels and lugnuts, but did not cover the hub? Just askin’. ;-)
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

Actually no. We mostly discussed guacamole recipes for 30 minutes.
http://bravo5.org/blog blalor

Oh, good! Motivation in the gym, then!
Paul

Great timing. I ordered my MCSa on Monday and break-in was going to be my first question to the dealer. The drive home will be 150 miles at interstate and highway speeds.

This was the first Podcast I’ve listened to. Great – Fun and informative. Now I have to backtrack through the other White Roof Radio podcasts. Especially looking forward to the MSCa review.

Keep up the great work (you call this work?). MINI NUBI
http://www.northamericanmotoring.com Dave

37

There’s some good MINI karma in that number.
http://www.alldigitalnyc.com drew

cheers to that dave – i turned 37 on monday ; )
Dave Z

I’ll cheers to that as well! I turned 37 on Wednesday.
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

Whoa… okay for what it’s worth I turned 30 yesterday.
Ted

Back to the podcast comments…Very good advise, from experienced people who care for their vechicles.

This is contrary to what a Mini SA told me… “This Car is a BMW … they are performance vechicles… also BMW use synthectic fluids in the tranny which have a lifetime warranty, fluids do not need changing………you don’t need to worry the car will last you until you replace it” I believe he things most Mini’s are only leased for three years, so go ahead a run the crap out of the car, three years, 36,000 miles; they are unbreakable, but when it breaks don’t worry we’ll work on it under warranty.

I really liked the suggestion of Garage Days. Great show.
http://www.motoringfile.com/ Gabe

Yes to garage days (and nights)! Tonight for this week’s garage night I’ll be installing my JCW brakes with the help of a few friends (and a few beers). They’re a ton of fun and a great way to get to know your car. And a great way to help build a tool collection!
http://www.alldigitalnyc.com drew

JCW brakes? happy birthday to gabe indeed! ; )
sandm4130

2/23/06 The car has arrived. YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHH.

Remember me. The old me has died as a glorious 525i. Remember me as a due to be delivered 06JCW MCS. I get to drive it 300miles per week. The brakes will be broken in and so will some thing else…I forgot.

I enoyed your show and I must say that it was timely. Just lucky I guess.
GSKChicago

My MA told me there was no break-in period, to drive however I drive. To this day – 18 months later and nearly 18,000 miles – I am convinced my horrible gas mileage has something to do with not following any break-in protocol (well, and the fact I drive like a bat out of hell). :o(

Otherwise however, I will say my ’05 MCS runs like a champ.
GSKChicago

BTW… Happy Birthday Gabe!
Chillfiltered

Fantastic timing!!! My MCS will be ready tomorrow! Though living in NYC, it may be tough to resist flooring it in this crazy town.

Oh, does anyone recommend the paint protection film?
robble

Listening to the podcast at about the 30 minute mark there is a discussion about the extended maintenance warrranty. It was recommended only if you think you’ll be replacing your brakes between 36k and 50k miles as “the only thing due is an oil change”. Isn’t inspection 2 due in year 4? I’m not sure how much that costs but I doubt it is cheap.
Aleks

in regards to the extended maint. info, there are benefits to those who will actually put the miles on the vehicle. Not only will brake pads and rotors be covered if they are below the minimum spec, but the second major service the MINI Inspection II could also come before that 4/50 mark.

for more infor mation on what is done during the Inspections, check your service and warranty manual.

the suggestedd retail price for the maintenance extension according to MINIis $399.00 + tax
http://www.dbmini.us DB

Not only will brake pads and rotors be covered if they are below the minimum spec, but the second major service the MINI Inspection II could also come before that 4/50 mark.

I was speaking from my own personal experience. My Inspection II did not come up until about 52K miles (which happened in a little more than a year) and I replaced the OEM brakes with aftermarket at about 34K. So, in my particular case, I’m glad I didn’t buy it. That Inspection II would have ended up costing me close to $1200 if I had!
Bartmack

…the car will last you until you replace it

if you think about that statement, it’s kind of funny- great show BTW, my first podcast, and I’ve subscribed now on iTunes =)

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