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Doug W. · Mar 31st, 2004, 07:54 PM

Hey, a friend of mine just called to tell me that he saw a MINI on Speed Channel last night, with one of my shift knobs on it.

Anyone know whose car that was?
I've been sifting through some old paperwork, trying to find out the name of the customer, but no luck yet.

The knob had a spider web engraving design.

I'd appreciate any help in locating the customer, so that I can see about getting a tape of the program.

Thanks in advance!

Doug

obehave · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:06 PM

It was paulmon
I have it on tape Doug

Doug W. · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:10 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by obehave

It was paulmon
I have it on tape Doug

Ooohh-ooohhh!! How much for a copy???

I'm all excited!!!

obehave · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:23 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Doug W.

Ooohh-ooohhh!! How much for a copy???

I'm all excited!!!

How do you want it?
I can probably get it duped if you want VHS or I can send it to you on a DVD. I'll even delete the commercials for you

(DVD only though I can edit that on my Mac)
Let me know what you want.
Same deal, I still get first dibs on a brake handle

I think I still have your ship to from the deal we did on the knobs. If not I'll PM you.
If someone here can get it to you quick go that route.

Doug W. · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by obehave

How do you want it?
I can probably get it duped if you want VHS or I can send it to you on a DVD. I'll even delete the commercials for you

(DVD only though I can edit that on my Mac)
Let me know what you want.
Same deal, I still get first dibs on a brake handle

I think I still have your ship to from the deal we did on the knobs. If not I'll PM you.
If someone here can get it to you quick go that route.

VHS would be just fine. Just let me know what I owe you!!

Doug Whalen
4944 Pearl City Rd.
Freeport, IL 61032

Yep, you've got dibs on the handle, if I ever get a prototype made.
I've dealt with three local shops now. The current guy promised me something by LAST FRIDAY!!

I'm getting real close to ordering my own "poor-man's" CNC lathe; that is, a combination manual/programmable machine.

There is a nice-looking one on the market for only $20K, brand new.
I'm probably going to buzz into Chicago to take a look at them next week, and see just what they're capable of.
If I sell my manual machine, that will help offset the cost.
And best of all, I won't be at the mercy of outside shops; the buggers!

obehave · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:41 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Doug W.

VHS would be just fine. Just let me know what I owe you!!

Doug Whalen
4944 Pearl City Rd.
Freeport, IL 61032

Yep, you've got dibs on the handle, if I ever get a prototype made.
I've dealt with three local shops now. The current guy promised me something by LAST FRIDAY!!

I'm getting real close to ordering my own "poor-man's" CNC lathe; that is, a combination manual/programmable machine.

There is a nice-looking one on the market for only $20K, brand new.
I'm probably going to buzz into Chicago to take a look at them next week, and see just what they're capable of.
If I sell my manual machine, that will help offset the cost.
And best of all, I won't be at the mercy of outside shops; the buggers!

No cost Doug
Wish I could help with the lathe.

AmRov · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:46 PM

I heard about this coming out -- the concept being that you give them your car and they mod it and then "surprise you" -- kind of like "Trading Spaces" or "While You Were Out" -- but for cars instead of houses. I saw a post in advance by the guy who was getting his car "done."

So, how did it turn out? Was it really cool?

Doug W. · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:51 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by obehave

No cost Doug
Wish I could help with the lathe.

You can! Got $20K you don't need?

Seriously, though. I think after I make the leap, it will be like every other machine that I've ever purchased; I'll kick myself for not buying one sooner!

At this point, I've spent nearly that same amount in out-sourcing two shift knob components to local turning shops. There just is no way to make them efficiently with a manual lathe, and maintain the dimensional accuracy that they require.

Doug W. · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:54 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by AmRov

I heard about this coming out -- the concept being that you give them your car and they mod it and then "surprise you" -- kind of like "Trading Spaces" or "While You Were Out" -- but for cars instead of houses. I saw a post in advance by the guy who was getting his car "done."

So, how did it turn out? Was it really cool?

So that's how it works??
I'd never heard about it before.

Coolest thing for me will be seeing one of my custom shift knobs on TV. Woo-hoo!!

dansmini · Mar 31st, 2004, 08:57 PM

Check this thread for further info/analysis:

http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...1&page=1&pp=15

Mar 31st, 2004, 07:54 PM	#1
Doug W. MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Freeport, IL Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 507 Offline	MINI on Speed Channel last night??? Hey, a friend of mine just called to tell me that he saw a MINI on Speed Channel last night, with one of my shift knobs on it. Anyone know whose car that was? I've been sifting through some old paperwork, trying to find out the name of the customer, but no luck yet. The knob had a spider web engraving design. I'd appreciate any help in locating the customer, so that I can see about getting a tape of the program. Thanks in advance! Doug

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Mar 31st, 2004, 08:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 12:21 PM Posts: 9,388 Offline	It was paulmon I have it on tape Doug

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
Doug W. MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Freeport, IL Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 507 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by obehave It was paulmon I have it on tape Doug Ooohh-ooohhh!! How much for a copy??? I'm all excited!!!

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 12:21 PM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Doug W. Ooohh-ooohhh!! How much for a copy??? I'm all excited!!! How do you want it? I can probably get it duped if you want VHS or I can send it to you on a DVD. I'll even delete the commercials for you (DVD only though I can edit that on my Mac) Let me know what you want. Same deal, I still get first dibs on a brake handle I think I still have your ship to from the deal we did on the knobs. If not I'll PM you. If someone here can get it to you quick go that route.

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
Doug W. MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Freeport, IL Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 507 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by obehave How do you want it? I can probably get it duped if you want VHS or I can send it to you on a DVD. I'll even delete the commercials for you (DVD only though I can edit that on my Mac) Let me know what you want. Same deal, I still get first dibs on a brake handle I think I still have your ship to from the deal we did on the knobs. If not I'll PM you. If someone here can get it to you quick go that route. VHS would be just fine. Just let me know what I owe you!! Doug Whalen 4944 Pearl City Rd. Freeport, IL 61032 Yep, you've got dibs on the handle, if I ever get a prototype made. I've dealt with three local shops now. The current guy promised me something by LAST FRIDAY!! I'm getting real close to ordering my own "poor-man's" CNC lathe; that is, a combination manual/programmable machine. There is a nice-looking one on the market for only $20K, brand new. I'm probably going to buzz into Chicago to take a look at them next week, and see just what they're capable of. If I sell my manual machine, that will help offset the cost. And best of all, I won't be at the mercy of outside shops; the buggers!

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
obehave Mini Mod Join Date: Sep 2002 Local Time: 12:21 PM Posts: 9,388 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Doug W. VHS would be just fine. Just let me know what I owe you!! Doug Whalen 4944 Pearl City Rd. Freeport, IL 61032 Yep, you've got dibs on the handle, if I ever get a prototype made. I've dealt with three local shops now. The current guy promised me something by LAST FRIDAY!! I'm getting real close to ordering my own "poor-man's" CNC lathe; that is, a combination manual/programmable machine. There is a nice-looking one on the market for only $20K, brand new. I'm probably going to buzz into Chicago to take a look at them next week, and see just what they're capable of. If I sell my manual machine, that will help offset the cost. And best of all, I won't be at the mercy of outside shops; the buggers! No cost Doug Wish I could help with the lathe.

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:51 PM	#8 (permalink)
Doug W. MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Freeport, IL Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 507 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by obehave No cost Doug Wish I could help with the lathe. You can! Got $20K you don't need? Seriously, though. I think after I make the leap, it will be like every other machine that I've ever purchased; I'll kick myself for not buying one sooner! At this point, I've spent nearly that same amount in out-sourcing two shift knob components to local turning shops. There just is no way to make them efficiently with a manual lathe, and maintain the dimensional accuracy that they require.

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:54 PM	#9 (permalink)
Doug W. MINI2 Senior Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Freeport, IL Local Time: 04:21 PM Posts: 507 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by AmRov I heard about this coming out -- the concept being that you give them your car and they mod it and then "surprise you" -- kind of like "Trading Spaces" or "While You Were Out" -- but for cars instead of houses. I saw a post in advance by the guy who was getting his car "done." So, how did it turn out? Was it really cool? So that's how it works?? I'd never heard about it before. Coolest thing for me will be seeing one of my custom shift knobs on TV. Woo-hoo!!

Mar 31st, 2004, 08:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
dansmini Sullivan Racing Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Ohio Local Time: 12:21 PM Posts: 1,138 Offline	Check this thread for further info/analysis: http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...1&page=1&pp=15

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