Second UK Meet - Sign Up Here!

SoYank · 09-19-2006, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by vivekk

The world of the BMW parts & service department is a very strange one, Floyd!

I'm almost shocked that they didn't take the old bulb out, throw it on the ground, drive the car's tyres over it several times & then tell me I needed 4 new runflats as well as a new bulb! :mad:

Viv

Well, thanks for enlightening us all on the problems.

vivekk · 09-19-2006, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

Cheers for the synopsis guys - I'll be there for the duration - I'll bring me camera and summat for t'barby.

Good to hear Paul- a few more of your excellent panorama shots would be great, perhaps with a few halogens & xenons on this time.
Richard should be bringing the HD video camera again & I'm hoping Matt will get some nice moving shots on his camera.

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Originally Posted by SoYank

Well, thanks for enlightening us all on the problems.

You just can't be too careful these days, expecially with BMW dealers!

I had a quick look at the weather forecast for Saturday:

5 day forecast: Derby

5 day forecast: Nottingham

I expect there will be some variation to that info over the next few days!

All the best.

Viv

CardinalZeus77 · 09-19-2006, 02:41 PM

Hello all,

Unfortunately I am not going to be able to come to the meet on Saturday.
Going to be at work and there is no way I can get out of it

The first meet was great and I was really looking forward to the 2nd meet which I am sure will be even better.
I'll be thinking about you all on Saturday ... Good luck!
Hopefully be at UK3!

vivekk · 09-19-2006, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Hitman999

Hello all,

Unfortunately I am not going to be able to come to the meet on Saturday.
Going to be at work and there is no way I can get out of it

The first meet was great and I was really looking forward to the 2nd meet which I am sure will be even better.
I'll be thinking about you all on Saturday ... Good luck!
Hopefully be at UK3!

Thanks for the PM Hiten.

We'll post an abundance of photos & video, just like we did for the first meet, so you'll get an idea of our experiences.

All the best.

Viv

London320d · 09-19-2006, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by vivekk

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5 day forecast: Derby
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5 day forecast: Nottingham
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I expect there will be some variation to that info over the next few days!
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And there already is.. I've had a quick look at the 108hr Bracknell chart and I don't read it as above, Based on that chart, my best guess at the moment is showery with a 15kt southerly or south easterly wind.

However that has to be a low confidence forecast as Friday sees a very intense low dissipating off the west coast of Ireland, and I'd be surprised if they can accurately predict exactly what that will do at this range. Realistically, for Saturday the devil will be in the detail, and I'd expect a resonable interpretation of the details not to be evident until friday afternoon.

Yes, a cop out I know!, but the weather is sometimes (OK more than sometimes) like that.

vivekk · 09-19-2006, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by London320d

And there already is.. I've had a quick look at the 108hr Bracknell chart and I don't read it as above, Based on that chart, my best guess at the moment is showery with a 15kt southerly or south easterly wind.

However that has to be a low confidence forecast as Friday sees a very intense low dissipating off the west coast of Ireland, and I'd be surprised if they can accurately predict exactly what that will do at this range. Realistically, for Saturday the devil will be in the detail, and I'd expect a resonable interpretation of the details not to be evident until friday afternoon.

Yes, a cop out I know!, but the weather is sometimes (OK more than sometimes) like that.

I'lll just prepare for snow, Steve- anything else will be a nice surprise!

Viv

booforty · 09-19-2006, 04:10 PM

London320d - are you coming to UK2?

London320d · 09-20-2006, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by vivekk

I'lll just prepare for snow, Steve- anything else will be a nice surprise!

Viv

No Snow - I can just about guarantee that!. (Whatever we get the air over the next few days will come from the south and therefore be relatively "warm")

Predictions are still changing The 96hr Exeter chart (I can't believe I called it by its old name "Bracknell" last night, through tiredness), has the low I was worried about now much more south. This has the effect of slackening off the wind for the eastern half of the country, and JUST (marginal) giving control to the higher pressure over the continent. The result probably dry with lighter winds again (8-10kt?).

As this shows, it not so much WHAT the weather will be (it's fairly easy to get an idea of that), it's WHERE that weather will be. When you watch the charts, you can sometimes see a game of musical chairs plaing itself out, with the same bits of weather being predicted in slightly different places on each issue. That the situation I see at the moment - It's a matter of waiting for the music to stop.

One thing I can guarantee - there will be SOME weather!.
(Watch for the next thrilling<<<<<<<< boring installment)

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Originally Posted by beauforty

London320d - are you coming to UK2?

If I do, it will be a spur of the moment desision on Saturday morning, and will only be for a couple of hours. Realistically I'd say it's unlikely as I lost the entire last weekend to circumstances beyond my control and have some catching up to do - I can't justify losing the several hours traveling. I'd probably also be embarrassed that the state my car is in at the moment - I'm sure it's still SG under the dirt somewhere.... (don't we have an embarrassed smiley around here?). I'm loathed to put it through an automatic car wash or let the Supermarket car wash gang loose on it, but it's finding the time to do it myelf...

booforty · 09-20-2006, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by London320d

If I do, it will be a spur of the moment desision on Saturday morning, and will only be for a couple of hours. Realistically I'd say it's unlikely as I lost the entire last weekend to circumstances beyond my control and have some catching up to do - I can't justify losing the several hours traveling. I'd probably also be embarrassed that the state my car is in at the moment - I'm sure it's still SG under the dirt somewhere.... (don't we have an embarrassed smiley around here?). I'm loathed to put it through an automatic car wash or let the Supermarket car wash gang loose on it, but it's finding the time to do it myelf...

Shame, would have been good to meet you. The drive isn't that bad and its more fun driving in convoy. Let's hope you change your mind on Saturday

SRT · 09-20-2006, 06:42 AM

Viv, please count me out on the evening curry

Slight change of plan on my part, I didn't realise Ramadan was starting on Saturday (Subject to moon) and I have to be home by 5pm to freshen up... I wanted to cancel; short sleep, no food and long drive is never the best formula but I couldn't let you guys down. Given the 3 hour drive back, it means I'll have to bail at 2pm :mad: Hope that's ok with everyone.

But on the bright side, I'm looking forward to meeting you all at 12pm Saturday
Best wishes

booforty · 09-20-2006, 01:30 PM

Viv, my mate has pulled out - strange it was as I was telling him about Paddy - so just me again!

vivekk · 09-20-2006, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by London320d

If I do, it will be a spur of the moment desision on Saturday morning, and will only be for a couple of hours. Realistically I'd say it's unlikely as I lost the entire last weekend to circumstances beyond my control and have some catching up to do - I can't justify losing the several hours traveling. I'd probably also be embarrassed that the state my car is in at the moment - I'm sure it's still SG under the dirt somewhere.... (don't we have an embarrassed smiley around here?). I'm loathed to put it through an automatic car wash or let the Supermarket car wash gang loose on it, but it's finding the time to do it myelf...

It would be good to meet you & your car, Steve- if not this time, then the next.

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Originally Posted by RR

Viv, please count me out on the evening curry

Slight change of plan on my part, I didn't realise Ramadan was starting on Saturday (Subject to moon) and I have to be home by 5pm to freshen up... I wanted to cancel; short sleep, no food and long drive is never the best formula but I couldn't let you guys down. Given the 3 hour drive back, it means I'll have to bail at 2pm :mad: Hope that's ok with everyone.

But on the bright side, I'm looking forward to meeting you all at 12pm Saturday
Best wishes

It's good of you to take the time to still come to the meet, Ruffy- thanks for that.

Are you still ok for bringing snacks, drinks, sweets etc....or am I just being cheeky now, knowing you're only staying for a couple of hours?!

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Originally Posted by beauforty

Viv, my mate has pulled out - strange it was as I was telling him about Paddy - so just me again!

I've had the same happen to me, Paul!
I think Pads just gets about a bit!

Viv

Mickey · 09-20-2006, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SoYank

Mickey (Marilyn), do you still have the 6x12 number plate on the front?

SoYank: Yep, still got that silly, short plate on the front. And sorry I didn't respond earlier. That mean you are printing new plate covers or should I bring the old ones (or both)?

I am glad the UK2 meet is moving along nicely. I apologize for not being more actively involved (as one of the UK charter members), but, duty calls (called? - whatever...).

Looking forward to seeing everyone there. One topic I know I want to discuss is whether anyone has looked into/heard about the iPod interface (problems (if any), price, installation, etc.) here in the UK.

Oh, and Matt? No MPG stories/pictures please. I'm STILL not recovered...

Marilyn

Mickey · 09-20-2006, 02:42 PM

Just read the bit about Ruffy not being able to stay for long.

So, I'll also bring some chips and soda (a.k.a. crisps and fizzy drinks - according to my British friend

) and spare Ruffy having to come up with stuff he isn't going to be able to enjoy [for long].

'Sides, it frees me up from trying to figure out what to bring to cook on the BBQ (as microwaving stuff is [sometimes] beyond me)...

Again, looking forward to the day.

Marilyn

vivekk · 09-20-2006, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mickey

SoYank: Yep, still got that silly, short plate on the front. And sorry I didn't respond earlier. That mean you are printing new plate covers or should I bring the old ones (or both)?

I am glad the UK2 meet is moving along nicely. I apologize for not being more actively involved (as one of the UK charter members), but, duty calls (called? - whatever...).

Looking forward to seeing everyone there. One topic I know I want to discuss is whether anyone has looked into/heard about the iPod interface (problems (if any), price, installation, etc.) here in the UK.

Oh, and Matt? No MPG stories/pictures please. I'm STILL not recovered...

Marilyn

Hi Marilyn- good to hear from you again.

Thanks for stepping in with the 'chips' and 'soda'!

Jay (jhbodle) is in the process of installing the new Ipod interface in his car, but he posted here about some problem with the dealer trying to charge him for the software update.

I hope he can make the meet & bring his 'mod' with him.

All the best.

Viv

SRT · 09-20-2006, 03:18 PM

No problems at all with the snacks, drinks etc, I'm still bringing them, not to worry

vivekk · 09-20-2006, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RR

No problems at all with the snacks, drinks etc, I'm still bringing them, not to worry

Hahaha- thanks Ruffy!

Looks like we won't be running out of snacks & drinks then!

Nice work!

Viv

ES-Jet · 09-21-2006, 07:44 AM

Hey all

As I mentioned before I won't be able to make the meet and as I'm not going to be about for a few days, have a great time.

I'm looking forward to the pictures.

Cheers, Phil

- Paul - · 09-21-2006, 07:49 AM

Where and when are the Northern Convoy meeting?

SoYank · 09-21-2006, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

Where and when are the Northern Convoy meeting?

Viv and I expect to link up between the A59/A1(M) interchange and the Woolley Edge Services on the M1 sometime between 9:30 and 10:00 AM. We're hoping to get to Donington before 11:00. If we know you're on your way we'll consider waiting for you like last time.

Any others coming from the north?

NFS · 09-21-2006, 11:47 AM

Is there a Southern convoy (coming up the M40 / M42)?

If not I'll do a convoy of 1

Chris33 · 09-21-2006, 11:54 AM

I'll be coming up the M40 from Oxford, so am more than happy to join a convoy.

I wouldn't want to turn up on my own and look like a "Billy no mates!"

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09-20-2006, 06:42 AM	#450
SRT Second Lieutenant 8 Rep 297 Posts Drives: BMW 5 Series Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0)	Viv, please count me out on the evening curry Slight change of plan on my part, I didn't realise Ramadan was starting on Saturday (Subject to moon) and I have to be home by 5pm to freshen up... I wanted to cancel; short sleep, no food and long drive is never the best formula but I couldn't let you guys down. Given the 3 hour drive back, it means I'll have to bail at 2pm :mad: Hope that's ok with everyone. But on the bright side, I'm looking forward to meeting you all at 12pm Saturday Best wishes
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booforty Major General 337 Rep 8,811 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	Viv, my mate has pulled out - strange it was as I was telling him about Paddy - so just me again!
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Mickey Enlisted Member 3 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Just read the bit about Ruffy not being able to stay for long. So, I'll also bring some chips and soda (a.k.a. crisps and fizzy drinks - according to my British friend ) and spare Ruffy having to come up with stuff he isn't going to be able to enjoy [for long]. 'Sides, it frees me up from trying to figure out what to bring to cook on the BBQ (as microwaving stuff is [sometimes] beyond me)... Again, looking forward to the day. Marilyn __________________ 330i \| TiAg \| Black Leather \| Alum Trim \| 6spd-M \| ZCW \| ZPP \| ZSP \| Nav \| Sirius
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SRT Second Lieutenant 8 Rep 297 Posts Drives: BMW 5 Series Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0)	No problems at all with the snacks, drinks etc, I'm still bringing them, not to worry
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09-21-2006, 07:44 AM	#458
ES-Jet Second Lieutenant 8 Rep 241 Posts Drives: 2013 320i Sport Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kent, UK iTrader: (0)	Hey all As I mentioned before I won't be able to make the meet and as I'm not going to be about for a few days, have a great time. I'm looking forward to the pictures. Cheers, Phil __________________ 320i Sport - AW, 397 alloys
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NFS Major General 275 Rep 9,218 Posts Drives: M340i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Is there a Southern convoy (coming up the M40 / M42)? If not I'll do a convoy of 1
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