Second Annual Modtoberfest! - Event Date: September/19/15

It’s the 2nd Annual
!Modtoberfest!



Date: September 19th 2015 Craven will be open at 9am for this event!
Where: Cravenspeed 14010-A SW 72nd Ave Portland, OR 97224

What’s a Modtoberfest?
We’ve partnered with Cravenspeed, Way Motor Works, and Todd of Todd’s Mods to bring you a day of MINI modifications, food, bubble hockey tournaments, special install rates (free!) of those coveted Cravenspeed parts, and lots more.

Todd will be doing graphics. That’s right! Got some custom graphics you want on your MINI? You won’t find a more experienced installer anywhere in the country. Todd has been installing graphics on MINIs since the very first gen 1 rolled off the ship. He’s also one of the voices and founders of White Roof Radio! Even if you’re not getting work done come out and put a face to the voice. Check out some of Todd’s work Todd’s Mods Portfolio.   

Getting the most out of your MINI? Probably not without a tune. Way of Way Motor Works has your tune. He will be onsite all day providing tunes, advice, and everything you need to get the very best out of your MINI. Recognized as one the leading MINI tuning shops in the country Way Motor Works has the tested and dependable parts to get some extra go in your MINI. Way Motor Works

Way will also be doing coding. What's coding? See the detailed post below.

What’s a “tune”? Way has a computer, a special computer, it finds the flat spots in your horsepower range and torque curve and adjusts your MINI accordingly to remove those flat spots. He can also adjust the throttle response insuring smooth acceleration to match the new “map” for HP and torque. It works and your MINI will love you for it. Way can tune any first or second generation MINI.

We’re also organizing a group dinner. Location TBD depending on how many are interested. Portland has great food. You won’t be disappointed.

New this year: An actual Oktoberfest! That’s right! Modtoberfest is the same weekend as the Mount Angel Oktoberfest celebration. This is an, almost, week long celebration and only 30 minutes away from CravenSpeed’s facility. More information is here: Mount Angel Oktoberfest. A few of us will be in Oregon early to start the party early.

FAQ:
Will there be beer?
Yes; at least at dinner and very much so at the Mount Angel Oktoberfest.

Will it be Oktoberfest beer?
Yes; of course.

What time will you start?
That will be determined by the first appointment. Stay tuned to this post and we’ll let you know shortly.

I can’t make it Saturday. Can I get a tune/install/mod Sunday?
Possibly, please work that out directly with Way Motor Works, Cravenspeed, and Todd.


How to Contact Way Motor Works
If you’d like to schedule a tune or install of any part Way Motor Works sells please call Way Motor Works at 770-234-9965 or follow their Contact Us on the Way Motor Works Website http://www.waymotorworks.com/

How to Contact Cravenspeed
Cravenspeed can be reached at 503-505-6886 and their website is http://www.cravenspeed.com

How to Contact Todd of Todd’s Mods
Send Todd an e-mail with your idea for what graphics you want. He’ll get back to you right away. His address is: todd@toddsmods.com


Edited by SodaJeff - September/21/15 at 1:41pm

What is coding? Here are some of the things you can do when having your MINI coded. This is not a complete list. Contact Way Motor Works for more information:

Seat Belt Reminder Gongs – Disable the sound that alerts you to fasten your seat belt.

Key Gong – Disables the sound when the key is left in the dash.

Remote Windows Operation – Enable remote windows operation via the keyfob for all windows and sunroof. Sunroof up/down with the keyfob!

Remote Folding Mirrors – Enable folding mirrors via the key fob.

Auto Unlock – Enable door unlock after shutting the engine off.

One Touch Windows Operation (with door open) – Enable one touch windows operation when the door is open.

GPS Disclaimer Removal – Disables the disclaimer reminder that appears on the GPS/Mediaa screen.

Additional Welcome Light Activation – Additional lights such as fogs or high beams can be activated as welcome lighting.

Euro Hazards – Hazard lights double blink. Example Here

Fog Lights Remain on with High Beams – Fog lights can be set to remain on with high beam operation.

Auto Up Windows R58/R59 - Get auto-up windows working in your Coupe and/or Roadster.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/pts/5151478034.html

Genie,
It is configurable. On the second generations you can get to that setting from the button at the end of the turn-stalk. However, the first generation MINIs, the dealer must make the change.

But, here is the really odd part, the "normal" or factory setting is to leave the doors locked. So, either the dealer changed it from the default without asking or a previous owner had it changed. You may reach out to Seattle or Northwest and ask for a little "club good will" and see if they will set it back to the factory setting for you. I'm pretty sure Way can reset this as well if you want to come down to Portland. If you decide to come down I can shoot him a quick e-mail just to confirm.

Hi everyone! Modtoberfest is _this_ weekend. Still time to schedule your tune, get some parts ordered from Craven, or just plan to join us for the fun.