Woofcast #26

Main topic: Buying new vs. Buying used
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This week we discuss buying a new MINI vs. buying used.

-Todd does the movie announcer voice pretty well -Gabe’s back! -All info available at Kelly Blue Book -Retail on Todd’s MINI almost the same as new! -Retail on db’s with many miles more than anyone will pay. -Used MINI’s cost too much. -If you have to buy used, we give you some tips on what to watch out for. If you know of other things, feel free to leave a comment! -We love the CVT, just not when buying used. -If buying used, look for an enthusiast car -Gabe was going to freestyle the news, which would have been rad -Big news stories from Motoringfile.com -Gabe almost got hit by a Prius because he didn’t hear it coming. Hard drive crashed the next day. -Todd was passed by a Prius

For those of you that haven’t checked it out, we are now practically built into NorthAmericanMotoring, complete with a player so you can listen while you surf the board! Thanks Mark for hooking us up!

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Todd did the hard part Subscribe||Download || Download Zip || 57:40 || 26.4MB

Woofcast #25

Interview: “Fireball” Tim Lawrence Topic: Cold Air Intake Upgrades Subscribe||Download

This time with a little help from Michael Babischkin, ace moderator and administrator from NAM filling in for Gabe.

-We pick on Todd. -It should be ToddTodd, not TomTom -We talk about the benefits of changing the factory airbox to an aftermarket cold air intake -Check out outmotoring for a fine selection -db was a little sick and VERY slow on the mute button tonight. Michael covers the big news stories from Motoringfile including: -JCW for the MCSa -The next generation engine -A little bit of info on the ’07. Micheal says duh. -Easier to hit pedestrians? We interview “Fireball” Tim Lawrence of FTR -What’s coming up for Tim and FTR -FTR Forums. Click here to check ’em out! -Some juicy info on the M600 -Some top secret stuff. Oh wait, Tim didn’t share that.

Again, thanks to Michael for filling in for Gabe, who will be back next week. Don’t forget to take the survey and join the frappr!

Todd did the hard part Subscribe||Download || Lower productivity || 1:03:00 || 28.8MB

Woofcast #24

Main Topic: News and Holiday Gift Guide Subscribe||Download

We’re back with a whole bunch of show for you tonight…

-Gabe doesn’t drive like a sissy mary -Todd’s MINI is making funny noises. So is Todd News -Our take on theAWD MINI. You can download the Getrag PDF here. -We also discuss Brand History and VW -Word on the ’07 and getting behind the wheel. Gift GuidePDF || Zip -Check out Outmotoring.com for most of these items. No, really. Go ahead. –The Official Motoringfile StoreThe 2005 NAM Calendar -Todd’s a little freaky with the transformer robot -Feedback about last weeks show? You know what to do.

Looking for tips on buying a classic Mini? Check out Mini Paul’s 8th Episode.

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Todd did the hard part Subscribe||Download || Defeat the Firewall! || 70:29 || 32.2mb

Woofcast 23

Main Topic: Out-takes and behind the scenes
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We all took this week off, so for your listening pleasure, some out-takes, and little behind the scenes chit-chat and some podsafe music. And, since there isn’t really that much and I’ve got it ready, you even get it waay early!

-Some shoe gazer music -Not sure if Gabe is that young or is db is that old -Sony DRM is all bad -Punchy means a whole bunch of different things

Music played. –Rythms 2 by Todd Pearson From the Podshow Music NetworkI Am Not Afrid by Majek Fashek –Propaganda by Jammin Inc.

Full show next week. I have an idea of what it will be, depending on what happens during the week. Check back Monday or Tuesday for more info on woof24.

db did the hard part Subscribe||Download || Firewall proof || 21:36 || 19.7MB

Woofcast #22

Interview: Mark Ferguson from NAM
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NAM Calendar Graphic We spent the evening with Mark Ferguson from NAM. Fair warning, there were cocktails used during this episode.

-It’s too cold. Well, except where db lives -Don’t forget to move those car care products someplace warm! -Don’t wash your MINI with a power washer –Our Frappr map -Good autoX = tornado? -Don’t forget to get your ’06 NAM Calendar! -Mark is looking for assist on site development! Contact him here -Mark will be going to AMVIV as a participant! -Lots of club support. -NAM Sponsored event! Keep an eye out for it! -Upcoming features for NAM, including a dating service?

Thanks again to Mark for giving up 2 hours of his life that he will never get back! And for running one of the best message boards, automotive or not, on the internet!

Todd did the hard part Subscribe||Download || Download Zip || 58:10 || 26.7MB

Woofcast #21

Main Topic: Track Day, part II and Phil Wicks MINI Racing Series
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Wow! Y’all get a whole lotta show this week…

And, there is a pre-req for this show if you are so inclined. If you missed Woofcast #3, now would be a good time to review that as well as the track day prep page. Also, to get more info about the upcoming Race Series, listen to Woof18 where Phil Wicks explains a good part of it.

-Watching gas gauges move –Hummers not selling?NASA, at least this one, does not launch rockets into space. Continue reading “Woofcast #21”

Woofcast #20

Main topic: New MINI GP
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You think we’d go nuts for this one. Not so much…

Gabe was on a land line and we were all pretty tired. Just a little more than 30 minutes…

-The 7’s finally came for Gabe -db says “Excuse me. But, as Grandad says, it’s not bad manners, it’s just good (insert carbonated beverage of choice here).” -Our take on the GP -Winter driving tips -Todd has to have seasons -Metal plate does not = pot hole -db just can’t win. -Special guest coming up in a few weeks -Almost at 20K downloads in 3 months! Would be cool if it happened with #20!

We will be doing the track show next week, paying special attention to the Phil Wicks Racing Series. You aren’t going to want to miss it!

Todd did the hard part Subscribe||Download || Download Zip ||34:33|| 15.8MB