Methinks we need ADD - Austin Detailing Day

[hockeynut]

I think we need a day to get together, wash cars, Zaino/Zymol/Griots/whatever.

I have a Porter Cable if anyone is interested in giving it a whirl (pls BYO pads though as I don't have extras).

Not sure about where to do it, though. It would be nice to have someplace with access to a hose and enough room to work. Suggestions?

And of course, weather must cooperate!

So first, who thinks this is a good idea? Then we can figger out when people are available and then watch the weather channel...

[afshawnt]

I'm in! I do my Detailing on Saturdays. So, that would be ideal.:thumbup:

[xspeedy]

I'm in for whatever is going on. The detail thing may be kind of hard since we require rare weather (warm, dry, and cloudy).

[hockeynut]

I'm in for whatever is going on. The detail thing may be kind of hard since we require rare weather (warm, dry, and cloudy).

Warm and dry is easy. I have a canpoy that will help with artificial clouds!

[LDV330i]

When?:dunno:

Do not say this weekend since I am currently 4,000 miles south of Houston for another week. :D

[xspeedy]

That works. 2/4-5 is fine with me.

[LDV330i]

That works. 2/4-5 is fine with me.I may still be hard pressed to make those dates. I need to get new tires when I get back home. My rear ones are down to the treadwear bars. :mad:

[xspeedy]

I propose we do a DIY tire swap for LDV at the get together. I'll bring the sledge and crow bar.

[afshawnt]

I may still be hard pressed to make those dates. I need to get new tires when I get back home. My rear ones are down to the treadwear bars. :mad:

I wonder why? http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=48536&stc=1 :yikes::D

[hockeynut]

That works. 2/4-5 is fine with me.

That's Super Bowl weekend...busy time for me.

Howsabout Sat Feb 11 ?

Unless someone can't tear themselves away from the Pro Bowl :D

[xspeedy]

That's Super Bowl weekend...busy time for me.

Howsabout Sat Feb 11 ?

Unless someone can't tear themselves away from the Pro Bowl :D

That works. Hopefully I'll have my new car by then.

[afshawnt]

That works. Hopefully I'll have my new car by then.
Great now we'll have premium sound for the wash :D

[icemanjs4]

Thanks Afshawnt, for the PM. Of course y'all can count me in. Can we push the date a little closer to March though? That will bring me back inline with my 6 month detailing schedule. Plus I need to order more Zaino (One year, and I'm all out - damn all my mooching friends!). Besides if we wait til March - the weather will be a little warmer - but not hot yet.

[LDV330i]

I wonder why? http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=48536&stc=1 :yikes::D

:rofl:

[hockeynut]

Tentative date for the ADD is Saturday March 11 here in lovely Austin TX. Lets start a roll call to see who is coming.

1. hockeynut
2. afshawnt

Add yourselves to the list...

[xspeedy]

I'll be there. Can I detail my beater?

[LDV330i]

I may still be hard pressed to make those dates. I need to get new tires when I get back home. My rear ones are down to the treadwear bars. :mad:My car got its new rear shoes put on today so it is ready to go. :thumbup:

[wingspan]

I think we need a day to get together, wash cars, Zaino/Zymol/Griots/whatever.

I have a Porter Cable if anyone is interested in giving it a whirl (pls BYO pads though as I don't have extras).

Not sure about where to do it, though. It would be nice to have someplace with access to a hose and enough room to work. Suggestions?

And of course, weather must cooperate!

So first, who thinks this is a good idea? Then we can figger out when people are available and then watch the weather channel...

Sure, I will drive my Austin to...oh, never mind, I get it.

But it would be kind of cool to turn up to an ADD in a genuine Austin, wouldn't you think? :thumbup:

[afshawnt]

I can't wait!

[jayrod]

If I have my car by then, I'm in. Thanks for the heads up Hockeynut!

[LDV330i]

Has anybody given any thought where we are going to hold this? :dunno:

Does one of y'all have a 5 car garage?:D

[xspeedy]

I have one that holds a couple hundred cars at work. No hose though ;)

[hockeynut]

I have one that holds a couple hundred cars at work. No hose though ;)

Same here. I need to be more careful when chosing employers - they need to be more considerate to the auto detailing fanatic.

[BigBadHeels]

New to the scene, I'm a VW/BMW owner. I would love to come out and meet some of the locals! Count me in.

[LDV330i]

I have one that holds a couple hundred cars at work. No hose though ;)Will need electric outlets. :D

[Dave 330i]

Will someone do my car if I come?:D

[hockeynut]

Sorry, we only do ourselves :D

[icemanjs4]

Holy CrowdedTurnout batman. I thought this was going to be a 4 car detail day. Looks like half the city's going to show up. The beer tab alone is going to wipe us out.

[m3Fraz]

Did I miss this? I will volunteer to host the next one, maybe during the F1 season... We can all watch it on the tele. I have a porter-cable, and a big sun shade that will cover most of my driveway (2 cars side by side) when it is time to wax. -Frazier

[LDV330i]

Tentative date for the ADD is Saturday March 11 here in lovely Austin TX. Lets start a roll call to see who is coming.

1. hockeynut
2. afshawnt

Add yourselves to the list...Well, I may have to bail out of this one. :( I am thinking of volunteering for the Car Control School that the BMWCCA-Houston Chapter is sponsoring for that day. :)

[afshawnt]

Well, I may have to bail out of this one. :( I am thinking of volunteering for the Car Control School that the BMWCCA-Houston Chapter is sponsoring for that day. :)

That's too bad. I really want to go to that event, but I won't take my car, because I'm selling it in a few months. I think my tires are getting close to needing replacements, and I want the next owner to do that.

[icemanjs4]

That's too bad. I really want to go to that event, but I won't take my car, because I'm selling it in a few months. I think my tires are getting close to needing replacements, and I want the next owner to do that.

Welll.... you could do the usual Afshawnt thing and just ride along side while the big boys drive!
Besides the classes and stuff will be educational even ifyou aren't driving. It will give you some pointers for when your driving your new car in a strange land. Or maybe it's when you're "cruising" in a strange land

[LDV330i]

Welll.... you could do the usual Afshawnt thing and just ride along side while the big boys drive!
Besides the classes and stuff will be educational even ifyou aren't driving. It will give you some pointers for when your driving your new car in a strange land. Or maybe it's when you're "cruising" in a strange landIs a little peer pressure going on? :rofl: :rofl:

[xspeedy]

That's too bad. I really want to go to that event, but I won't take my car, because I'm selling it in a few months. I think my tires are getting close to needing replacements, and I want the next owner to do that.

That is my excuse too :eeps:

[icemanjs4]

Is a little peer pressure going on? :rofl: :rofl:

Nah, I'm just trying to scare him a bit about the trip :rofl:

[afshawnt]

I'm not sure what I'm doing yet. I'm leaning towards staying in town, and having Detailing Day with hockeynut.

[icemanjs4]

After talking with Hockeynut - it looks like we need to move Detailing Day back a week or two since that Houston driving event is the same weekend. That is, assuming, we're all going to Houston.

[LDV330i]

After talking with Hockeynut - it looks like we need to move Detailing Day back a week or two since that Houston driving event is the same weekend. That is, assuming, we're all going to Houston.Move it back 2 weeks? :confused: That is like tomorrow. :rofl: :rofl:

OMG we are going to be invaded by Austinites.:eek:

[adriver]

I have two 17" OEM 7.5" sliver contours for sale, Im in san antonio, and would drive em up if anyones interested, with tires for$120 each. anyone interested email me justin_andtherobe@hotmail.com

[hockeynut]

So it looks like ADD is gonna be moved so we can go invade Houston.

Suggestions on a new date? March 18 is bad for me, so howsbabout March 25?

[LDV330i]

So it looks like ADD is gonna be moved so we can go invade Houston.

Suggestions on a new date? March 18 is bad for me, so howsbabout March 25?That works for me. :thumbup:

[hockeynut]

Anyone else yay or nay on 3/25 ??

LOL - 325, a good BMW day to be sure!

[afshawnt]

sure

[hockeynut]

So far:

afshawnt
ldv330i
hockeynut

I know there are others out there!

[xspeedy]

So far:

afshawnt
ldv330i
hockeynut

I know there are others out there!

I should be able to make it. Any recommendations for a good SMR? I'm tempted to try some.

[hockeynut]

SMR? Please translate :D

[xspeedy]

Swirl Mark Remover - I'll probably just do a wash/vacuum and AIO at most.

[hockeynut]

Swirl Mark Remover - I'll probably just do a wash/vacuum and AIO at most.

Ah, thanks for the xlation!

I would think that between Zaino and the porter cable we could put an end to SMS (Swirl Mark Syndrome)...

[LDV330i]

Well, I may have to bail out of this one. :( I am thinking of volunteering for the Car Control School that the BMWCCA-Houston Chapter is sponsoring for that day. :)Today I go my acceptance letter as a volunteer for the Car Control School. :bigpimp:

There was such an overwhelming response that they accepted 60 students when normally only 40 are allowed. On Sunday I will be autocrossing. :D

Y'all will be missing some good times. :(

[icemanjs4]

Today I go my acceptance letter as a volunteer for the Car Control School. :bigpimp:

There was such an overwhelming response that they accepted 60 students when normally only 40 are allowed. On Sunday I will be autocrossing. :D

Y'all will be missing some good times. :(

Awesome Luis! Do you know what you're going to be doing there? Damn, I wish we could have all gone. Next year?

[LDV330i]

Awesome Luis! Do you know what you're going to be doing there? Damn, I wish we could have all gone. Next year?We will get our assignments when we show up. I am pumped. :D

Now I just found out that the Houston E90 people are organizing a GTG on Saturday. Oh, well. :(

[JetBlack330i]

:wave:
I'm tentatively in.
Are we really going to wash cars on Hockeynut's driveway? :confused:
Or more of a "bring your lawnchair and six pack and let's talk about detailing" thing?

[afshawnt]

:wave:
I'm tentatively in.
Are we really going to wash cars on Hockeynut's driveway? :confused:
Or more of a "bring your lawnchair and six pack and let's talk about detailing" thing?

Look who's back :clap: :clap: :)

[xspeedy]

Since I may not make this one after all, I'm going to propose the next GTG be at Temple, TX for the SBK Drive for the Cure.

Since the location is relatively TX central, we can get the DFW, Houston, and Austin folks out there. The Temple event is typically on a weekend which is a plus (Austin is on a working day). As soon as a date is published, we'll all have to mark it in our calendars.

[JetBlack330i]

Hey afshawnt, what's happening? Another 3-er? Geez, must be nice to be young and single. :eeps:

Oh, too bad xspeedy. Try to make it.
I have the perfect SMR for you. It works well by hand, but I think it would totally rock if done with a PC.
I was going to bring it just for you. Watch this... nothing in this hand, nothing in the sleeves... voila.

[hockeynut]

:wave:
I'm tentatively in.
Are we really going to wash cars on Hockeynut's driveway? :confused:
Or more of a "bring your lawnchair and six pack and let's talk about detailing" thing?

My driveway has room for 2 cars. I am gonna ask my neighbor if we can borrow their driveway (which would give 4 "bays"). Plus there is street room.

If someone has more capacity feel free to volunteer!

:D

[JetBlack330i]

I'll bring a six pack. :eeps:

[xspeedy]

Hey afshawnt, what's happening? Another 3-er? Geez, must be nice to be young and single. :eeps:

Oh, too bad xspeedy. Try to make it.
I have the perfect SMR for you. It works well by hand, but I think it would totally rock if done with a PC.
I was going to bring it just for you. Watch this... nothing in this hand, nothing in the sleeves... voila.

This sucks!

I was really looking forward to seeing everyone and hanging out. Haven't seen you since the first Austin GTG (I'm mostly to blame for this). We need to have many more this Summer.

[hockeynut]

We need to have many more this Summer.

:stupid:

See http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=136770

[LDV330i]

So far:

afshawnt
ldv330i
hockeynut

I know there are others out there!Are we still on for 3/25? :dunno:

[LDV330i]

Are we still on for 3/25? :dunno:Bump.:confused:

[icemanjs4]

Bump.:confused:
I'm up for it. If we only have 2 bays, I don't mind excluding my car. I'll still come along for the get together, and to help detail other cars. I think we'll need a few 6 packs now though, especially since Afshawnt is of age now :-)

PS Luis, how was the Autocross?

[LDV330i]

PS Luis, how was the Autocross?http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1611867&postcount=8
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1611947&postcount=9
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1611981&postcount=10

Unfortunately we had so many people that we only got 4 runs. I ended in the middle of the group because ZHP's are lumped in the same class as unmodified E46 M3. :mad: There was only 1 other ZHP. The owner had about 12 events under his belt so he was faster.

As I mentioned in my post that all kinds of people came including a mobility impaired girl. Not only did she take the class but participated in the Autocross.

You missed your chance to improve skills and make your driving around Austin quite a bit faster. :bigpimp:

[hockeynut]

The BMWCCA is having a Texas Hill Country drive and wine tasting on 3/25. Would folks rather do that than ADD? We can do ADD anytime, and my wife is actually thinking of taking 3/25 off (since she is a CPA, taking any day off in March is a big deal).

I am open for suggestions...

See the info at www.tejaschapter.org.

[LDV330i]

The BMWCCA is having a Texas Hill Country drive and wine tasting on 3/25. Would folks rather do that than ADD? We can do ADD anytime, and my wife is actually thinking of taking 3/25 off (since she is a CPA, taking any day off in March is a big deal).

I am open for suggestions...

See the info at www.tejaschapter.org. (http://www.tejaschapter.org.)

That sounds pretty interesting. I really would be interested in going but getting to San Marcos by 9 AM, um, I'll have to think about that one. :tsk:

Unfortunately my weekend plans are up in the air. My dog has been sick since last week and do not know yet his diagnosis. :( He is spending the night in a specialty vet hospital where they are running all kinds of test on him. Hopefully I will know what is going on by the end of the day tomorrow so I can firm up my plans.

[hockeynut]

That sounds pretty interesting. I really would be interested in going but getting to San Marcos by 9 AM, um, I'll have to think about that one. :tsk:

Unfortunately my weekend plans are up in the air. My dog has been sick since last week and do not know yet his diagnosis. :( He is spending the night in a specialty vet hospital where they are running all kinds of test on him. Hopefully I will know what is going on by the end of the day tomorrow so I can firm up my plans.

Sending "get better doggie" thoughts your way!

[hockeynut]

UPDATE: The wife is home sick today which means that I will likely NOT be doing the BMWCCA drive this weekend.

So if anyone still wants to do ADD, I'm thinking the show might be back on!

[LDV330i]

Sending "get better doggie" thoughts your way!Thanks for the thoughts.:thumbup:

Unfortunately it looks like I will have to stay in town this weekend. My dog is suffering from renal failure and the Vet is yet to figure out if it is an infection or a terminal illness that affects Shar-Peis. He was biopsied today but will not get the results until Friday. So he will be in the doggie ICU until at least Friday. :cry:

[afshawnt]

Thanks for the thoughts.:thumbup:

Unfortunately it looks like I will have to stay in town this weekend. My dog is suffering from renal failure and the Vet is yet to figure out if it is an infection or a terminal illness that affects Shar-Peis. He was biopsied today but will not get the results until Friday. So he will be in the doggie ICU until at least Friday. :cry:

:( That's too bad. I hope he gets better soon. I know he was a real champ helping out with the BT install.

[icemanjs4]

Oh my goodness, I sure hope he's ok. Is there such a thing as doggie dialysis for renal failure? Best wishes LDV!!! I'll be thinking good thoughts for you.

Hockeynut, I hope your wife is feeling better too.

If we need to reschedule, anytime is good! Maybe us Austinites can just have a random meetup this weekend instead.

[xspeedy]

LDV,

Sorry to hear about your dog. Hope everything works out for you. Keep us posted.

[hockeynut]

OK, Sat looks like it will be a perfect day for ADD.

I'd like to start around 10am.

My list so far is:

icemanjs4
afshawnt
jetblack330i

If you aren't on that list but want to come do ADD, pls PM me.

[LDV330i]

I appreciate all the thoughts and get well wishes.

I think we are beginning to see the end of the tunnel. It appears that Inka's (my dog) kidneys have started work based on blood work today. I got a chance to visit him at the doggie hospital and he seemed like a happy camper. They served him lunch and he made that disappear so fast. I had not seen him eat on his own for nearly 2 weeks, so that is another good sign. The kidneys were biopsied yesterday and should get the results tomorrow so that will help determine when Inka gets released. I am hoping tomorrow afternoon. :)

If Inka needs to stay in the doggie hospital over the weekend I will probably consider coming to Austin on Saturday.

[hockeynut]

I appreciate all the thoughts and get well wishes.

I think we are beginning to see the end of the tunnel. It appears that Inka's (my dog) kidneys have started work based on blood work today. I got a chance to visit him at the doggie hospital and he seemed like a happy camper. They served him lunch and he made that disappear so fast. I had not seen him eat on his own for nearly 2 weeks, so that is another good sign. The kidneys were biopsied yesterday and should get the results tomorrow so that will help determine when Inka gets released. I am hoping tomorrow afternoon. :)

If Inka needs to stay in the doggie hospital over the weekend I will probably consider coming to Austin on Saturday.

Awesome - Kick some ass Inka!

[LDV330i]

Though Inka was apparently making some progress, the biopsy report came back today indicating that he was suffering from Amyloidosis, which is a genetic disease that affects mostly Shar-Peis, where protein latches onto the kidney cells, slowly shutting it down. There is no screen test for the disease and after the onset of the symptoms there is nothing to control or stop it. So Inka has come home to enjoy his last days where is the happiest. :cry:

[afshawnt]

I'm so sorry to hear that. I'm sure he's happy with you at home during a time like this. :(

[hockeynut]

Though Inka was apparently making some progress, the biopsy report came back today indicating that he was suffering from Amyloidosis, which is a genetic disease that affects mostly Shar-Peis, where protein latches onto the kidney cells, slowly shutting it down. There is no screen test for the disease and after the onset of the symptoms there is nothing to control or stop it. So Inka has come home to enjoy his last days where is the happiest. :cry:


I am so sorry for you and Inka. Give him a big hug and an extra puppy treat from us festers.

How old is he?

[LDV330i]

I am so sorry for you and Inka. Give him a big hug and an extra puppy treat from us festers.

How old is he?Inka is 5 years old. Unfortunately the disease can attack SharPeis of any age, including pups. It is caused by part of the immune system gone amuck. I am really bummed out because 5 years ago I also lost my first SharPei (10 years old) to cancer (Mast Cell Disease) caused by the immune system also gone amuck. :(

[icemanjs4]

I'm so sorry to hear about Inka. He was really a great dog, I am glad I was able to meet him back at your place. We're all here for you! Let us know if there's anything we can do.

[hockeynut]

I'm so sorry to hear about Inka. He was really a great dog, I am glad I was able to meet him back at your place. We're all here for you! Let us know if there's anything we can do.

I haven't met Inka but I bet he's a cool dog indeed! Thoughts and prayers are with you both!

[LDV330i]

I haven't met Inka but I bet he's a cool dog indeed! Thoughts and prayers are with you both!Thanks to all for your thoughts.

Here is Inka helping out during Afshawnt's BT install. He is hiding behind TLudwig.:dunno:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=56931&d=1126493189

[LDV330i]

Any pictures?:dunno:

[hockeynut]

Pics coming shortly...

[hockeynut]

Pics coming shortly...

Ok, the time has come:

[hockeynut]

More...

[hockeynut]

A few more...

These were from the car cruise-in we hit after cleaning up our whips!

[icemanjs4]

If you go to my website there are a bunch of pics. I haven't scaled them down yet. There's a zip file ADD.zip so you can download them all
http://icemanbmw.dyndns.org/Pictures/ADD/

When I have time ,I'll shrink them down and post em here instad.

[LDV330i]

More...http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71524&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1143341564Looks like y'all made Casey work too hard. :rofl:

[icemanjs4]

Many thanks to Hockeynut for the accomodations, supplies, and for a great lunch too!

I have to tell you, your kids are a blast! I enjoyed hanging out with your son today especially. Even your neighbors seemed cool.

The best part is, our cars all looked great. A little Klasse, a little Zaino, and a little TLC and WOW you could really see the results.

So thanks again. LDV, it will be great to have you come down the next time we have a meet. Hopefully the circumstances will be better then.

[hockeynut]

Looks like y'all made Casey work too hard. :rofl:

Hey, those paws were perfect size to clean wheels with!

[hockeynut]

Many thanks to Hockeynut for the accomodations, supplies, and for a great lunch too!

I have to tell you, your kids are a blast! I enjoyed hanging out with your son today especially. Even your neighbors seemed cool.

The best part is, our cars all looked great. A little Klasse, a little Zaino, and a little TLC and WOW you could really see the results.

So thanks again. LDV, it will be great to have you come down the next time we have a meet. Hopefully the circumstances will be better then.

Aw shucks...glad y'all had a good time. But there's no way I'm gonna give up the kids' recipe for room temperature Orange Crush!!

[Fast1]

Hey, we must have just missed you guys! We left at 8:30 You guys parked exactly where we were. Heres a pic from the Main event parking lot before we headed over there.
http://img438.imageshack.us/img438/4863/p10103436yn.jpg

[hockeynut]

Cool! Maybe this Sat we will find out way back.