datsunfreak Posted May 3, 2015 Report Share Posted May 3, 2015 "The Ratsun boys are coming in full force this year and are Frankenstein-Ingrid their own one of a kind trophy. Considering their innovations as of late, we are very excited to see them come out again this year!" I think he meant Frankensteining. I think you should engrave Ingrid on the trophy and maybe put some bolts sticking out of each side... :rofl: 2 Quote Link to comment
dimlight65 Posted May 4, 2015 Report Share Posted May 4, 2015 I think the official unofficial name for the trophy ought to be "The Ingrid." 2 Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 I've already taken to calling her Ingrid. BTW, she's still missing a jaw. I found a functioning factory L-series pump that I can sacrifice to make it. It doesn't exactly match the aftermarket one that is on there now, but it'll do in a pinch. If anyone has a broken aftermarket fuel pump they want to donate, it'd really help with Ingrid's symmetry. Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 copied from Nismo Fiesta's Facebook: Nismo Fiesta added 3 new photos.May 11 at 10:41am ·Japanese Nostalgic Car to attend this year's Nismo Fiesta as well. Like many of you, we are huge fans of the magazine. We welcome them this year to Austin, TX!!! 1 Quote Link to comment
datsun65 Posted May 14, 2015 Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 Rhapakatui: See you there in my '64 Datsun. Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 Rhapakatui: See you there in my '64 Datsun. Of course. I'll be in the Goon again this year. I was hoping to be driving the 620, but there's no way I'll have the wiring figured out in a week and I still don't have a drive shaft. I payed for 2 spots in the show, so I haven't decided if I want to trailer the 620 up there or not. Has anybody planned any caravans yet? If not, maybe we should start. I'll be driving up from Kirbyville on Friday. About 5.5 hrs. I haven't set my route yet, so I can still adjust to avoid interstates if some people want to follow along. Quote Link to comment
datsun65 Posted May 14, 2015 Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 The Houston Caravan: https://www.facebook.com/events/969220656444392/ Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 Dan, I couldn't get the link to work. Even with me being signed in to Facebook, it says content unavailable at this time. I found another one coming up from Brownsville if there're any South Texans planning to come. https://www.facebook.com/events/1409042676078342/ MAY22Nismo Fiesta Caravan Public · Hosted by Ace Tpa Friday, May 22at 6:00amNext Week · 90°F / 77°F ClearShow MapBass Pro Shops - Harlingen, TX101 Bass Pro Dr, Harlingen, Texas 78552 We will meeting up Friday at bass pro shop by 5am And leaving at 6am have tanks full.we will be stopping at jms and then head to the hotel in austin.more detail soon if you have 2 way radios bring them along.take your swimming trunks also. Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 300twinz said on several different forums: The Nissan caravan will be back this year. Nissan will be leaving the headquarters in Nashville and bringing some special cars on the Road Trip to Nismo Fiesta including... __________________WWW.ZSPORT.ORG1991 300ZX Twin Turbo So if any Non Texan Southerners would like to fall in with a group. Check with Nissan to find out when they'll be rolling through a town near you. Quote Link to comment
datsunfreak Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 Japanese Nostalgic Car to attend this year's Nismo Fiesta as well. Like many of you, we are huge fans of the magazine. We welcome them this year to Austin, TX!!! It may not be as exciting as you think... ^_^ 1 Quote Link to comment
dimlight65 Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 It may not be as exciting as you think... ^_^ The Fiesta or JNC contingent? Quote Link to comment
datsunfreak Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 The JNC contingent. :rofl: Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 As long as the JNC contingent brings Datsuns, it'll be plenty exciting. Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 And stickers! I want a sticker. Quote Link to comment
datsunfreak Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 As long as the JNC contingent brings Datsuns, it'll be plenty exciting. Planning to bring a 620 King Cab. We shall see. If we pull this off, it'll be bordering on a miracle... :rofl: And stickers! I want a sticker. Oh yes, there will be stickers. And hopefully a substantial prize pack for the best* JNC at the show. B) *bribes now being accepted 1 Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 It may not be as exciting as you think... ^_^ You say that, but I haven't seen any articles written about anyone else planning to attend. http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/2015/05/14/nismo-fiesta-coming-to-austin-texas/#more-39922 1 Quote Link to comment
datsunfreak Posted May 19, 2015 Report Share Posted May 19, 2015 Got some giveaway swag in the mail today. "Best JNC" at the show gets a cool t-shirt, two JNC-logo Hot Wheels, and a set of 6 different JNC decals. Also bringing a ton of JNC logo decals with me, so if you want one, hit me up. :thumbup: Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 Itinerary copied from Nismofiesta.com: Friday3pm - Hotel check-in is open at the Hilton Austin Airport6pm - Banquet doors open and check-in starts for pre-registered tickets only. Please note that we cannot offer purchases on the day of due to advanced reservations with the hotel, so all tickets must be purchased in advance. All tickets include reserved seating, 3-course meal, speakers and entertainment, in addition to a special raffle. Preordered t-shirts will also be available for pickup, and a cashbar will be on-site as well. *Meanwhile, there will be a party in the parking lot* Saturday At The Track 9am - Track day begins with the course training by the track staff. Registration will be open for pre-registered check-in only.5pm - Track Day is finished. All participants and spectators are welcome to head to the hotel for the Night Party. At The Hotel 8:30am - Registration will be open for the Hill Country Cruise at the hotel for both pre-registered check-in and day-of entry purchase. All participants must complete their vehicle inspections before check-in.9am - The first two Hill Country Cruise groups are launched. All participants will need cash on hand before their group launches.2pm to 4pm - All participants arrive back at the hotel after the Hill Country Cruise is finished6pm - The Night Party begins at the hotel. There are no entry fees, and food will available by purchase from the hotel and on-site vendors.10pm - The Night Party is over, and we will be looking foward to the Car Show on Sunday. *From the after party* Sunday 9am - The track gates open for the Car Show to all participants and spectators. Safety waivers will be signed at the gate upon entry, and Car Show participants will be directed to designated parking areas *Look for the Rat N Wrenches* prior to visiting registration for check-in. Online registration will remain open through Thursday, May 21st, and pre-registered entrants have the option of check-in with their confirmation codes to receive their pre-filled judging forms. Day-of registrations can be processed by either cash, check, or credit card.10am - The Go-karting track opens to the public by the track staff.11:30pm - Registration and check-in for participants in the Car Show is closed, and judging begins for all participants at about 12pm.2pm - A demonstration and raffle will be presented by Drift America RC, while judging is finalized.2:30pm - Car show judging ends, and trophies will be awarded by Nismo Fiesta in conjunction with Drift America RC and other groups as the event comes to an end.4:30pm - Nismo Fiesta will officially be over for 2015, and our staff will embark to take a break before planning for next year. *Red script added by Rhapakatui. Quote Link to comment
dimlight65 Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Ok, I'm a puss. I'm not going to drive the Seven down with this much chance of rain. Maybe next year. Quote Link to comment
datsunfreak Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Maybe next year. It's gonna be in May next year too, ya know... :rofl: You don't want to leave that car out in the rain that long, or drive an open top car with no wipers in a Texas thunderstorm. Recipe for disaster that is... 1 Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Ok, I'm a puss. I'm not going to drive the Seven down with this much chance of rain. Maybe next year. I miss the negative rep button. You were a shoe in for winning Ingrid if you had gone through with it. Nothing says "Most Ratsun" like having the balls to drive through hail in a topless car wearing goggles. You do have goggles right? Quote Link to comment
dimlight65 Posted May 22, 2015 Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 You do have goggles right? Goggles AND a Russian tank driver's helmet! Oh, and a massive vagina as well, apparently. 3 Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted May 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 Russian tank driver's helmet! Is that the one with the padded triangle on the forehead? I used to love to ram shit wearing one of those. Quote Link to comment
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