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Your 1M, is that the only one in ottawa? edit: my bad I see that Simsims also has a 1M, I guess there are a few of you, and you do a good job of not being seen! I don't think i've seen a 1M in Ottawa yet. BTW, are you getting the work done at the dealer or a special shop? |
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03-26-2013, 07:38 PM | #27 | |
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MCO seems to be dying in terms of driving schools, they have one on the 24th and then that's it for full day full track events. I'll be at most of the BMW CC events (Ottawa & Quebec) at both Bogie and Mt. Tremblant this year, May 20th is the first one at Bogie. And also the evening lapping with Midnight Runs gang. Last edited by Ender_; 03-26-2013 at 07:50 PM.. |
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03-26-2013, 07:49 PM | #28 | |
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Pretty sure there are about 9 1M's in Ottawa, Otto's sold 5 and Elite 4 from my last count. I've seen at least 3 others around town, the white and black blend in, you'll notice the VO's LOL I guess you could say "special shop", local guy Max who has a 135i to 1M conversion (almost done) and really allot more built up then a 1M, but he did the wide body. Good guy, he has a small shop and he lets me work with him on it, I like getting my hands dirty but would never do any of this on my own. Ping him if your looking to do anything on your 1er. maxime@simplyfast.ca |
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03-26-2013, 07:52 PM | #29 |
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I figure this is a good place to say Hi.
Fairly new 135 owner, picked mine up back in September 2012, I'm usually downtown or in the west end. Found it here on the forums, IndyMike's old ride. Can't wait to take it out on the track, fantastic daily driver. I'll be at the MCO Calabogie event on the 24th. I'd be up for a meet as well. |
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03-26-2013, 08:39 PM | #31 |
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Seems like there's starting to get to be a decent group of 1 series car enthusiasts! We should meet up for coffee some time, I know the Porsche club was meeting Sunday mornings for a "Cars & Coffee" type thing out at the Train Yards. I went out a couple of times to meet them, all pretty down to earth guys (some a little to anal about there cars and don't track them LOL).
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03-26-2013, 08:46 PM | #32 | |
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Thank you for the recommendation. I'm trying to look at my tuning options right now, just mostly reading on the forums and trying to learn. The main thing for me is, I'm worried about voiding my warranty so I may hold off. I would love to do some "enhancements" to the 1er at some point though. Things like suspension and stuff sounds like he is the guy to talk to. Regarding a meetup I would certainly be down with enough notice, sounds like a good idea. I'd love to meet other enthusiasts in town. It seems quite a few of you visit the track as well. I haven't made any arrangements yet but I plan to go to calabogie for the first time this spring/summer. Of course it would be more fun to go with other people that know what they are doing. I've never tracked my car before, only been to the bridgestone academy for a quick session at mosport in the small formula 2000 car. |
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03-26-2013, 09:51 PM | #33 | |
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Ya don't worry about the engine too much at the start - there are tones of suspension, brakes, wheels you can do, even just the basic's like fluids and break lines will help. Last thing I'm touching is the engine, did and intake and putting on Mids this week, but thats as close as I'll get for now, maybe a slightly bigger IC. Make the car 'safe' then go for power, 300hp is allot if your new to tracking. |
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Where is Max's shop? I'm in the market area. Also what mids does the 1M have as stock? Might be interested in swapping my stock mids.... Cheers!
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I don't think you'll want the 1M mids, pretty sure its the same as the 135i, just the exhaust/muffler that's different. |
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03-29-2013, 08:56 PM | #37 |
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Just for info, the BMW club High Performance Driver Education day is Victoria Day May 20th. Best bang for your buck. About $360. Proper helmut reqd, mechanic tech inspection with brake flush. see bmwccottawa.org I've done it a few times.
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03-29-2013, 11:37 PM | #38 | |
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Where: Calabogie Motorsports Park , Calabogie (CA). Date: 20 May, 2013 Time: 08:00 - 17:00 Is this the one? I'm pretty interested in something like this. How many on this forum think they will go to an event like this? Would be cool to drive on the track with other 1er's. Are newcomers welcome? Having never been to a trackday, can I bring my car if its completely stock? Do they provide helmet rentals or will I have to bring my own. |
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Since we are all interested... lets atleast decide on a common/local meeting place! I will have my summer tires back on in a mth. |
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03-30-2013, 10:34 PM | #40 |
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Yes, Calabogie Motorsports Park CMP 20th May
Newcomers very welcome; $40 off $400 entry fee Stock car OK; most are stock with very good tires. Car need be inspected by a mechanic to incl. brake fluid flush. Tech. Inspection Form on BMW club site CMP have some helmuts but expect they're already spoken for. Buy a new one on line (SA2010 or M2010); even if you use it only once, you'll be able to easily sell it. see bmwccottawa.org for more info. I expect 2-4 1ers to be there (and a whole bunch of other very nice cars). BMW's actually make up only 50% of the cars people bring. |
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Can't remember if it was MCO or BMW CC last spring at Calabogie but there was at least 6 1er's there including myself.
It's a great place for newbie's they setup in-class sessions and if your so inclined can even go around the track as a passenger the first time to see the track. Hell my dad is 70 and will be going for the first time on May 20th. Its a bit intimidating to start but once you've been there for a half day you'll meet a couple of people and feel more relaxed. I found this document helpful so I was organized and knew what to expect and have with me. http://bmwccottawa.org/schools/forms...ge-information Also watch the video's on youtube of track footage and you'll get to know the layout. I'd recommend getting your own helmet, just simplifies things and they really aren't that expensive (well there are expensive ones but just keep it simple). As for the meet up, how about Saturday or Sunday morning 9:30AM either over at the Train Yards (there's a Starbucks, http://goo.gl/maps/Ag4bb) or the Ikea parking lot (http://goo.gl/maps/IBfh9), again another StarBucks and they are both just off the Queensway. |
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As for the track-calabogie trip...i will most likely pass. I would be definitely interested in a local meet...starbucks trainyards works well for me?! Anybody else, maybe early May? |
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