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Cheers for the info and advice RubyRS4, I definitely defer to the opinion of those with more experience. I wasn't organising any of that myself, I was just confirming entrants and trying to keep them happy around what I'm told is realistic. I did get a bit of a "yellow flag" that things might not be ready in time on Thursday, but I didn't want to throw doubt into the ring, as numbers were borderline and any sudden drop-outs could have killed the event. I'm now encouraging organisers to take their time and make sure everything's ready to go before setting a date, so nothing gets rushed.

Oh and the former plan for the day was - no fire crew, but everyone will have their own fire extinguishers, and ambo's wouldn't be on site, but are literally about a minute down the road and "on call" for the event, ie notified and aware, and if possible, ready to go. This may deviate for future events but that was the plan. As for CAMS and approving grip/drift, yeah I'm not quite sure how it did/will go down, but the initial plan was to only have one car on the track at once, thus eliminating any chance of an accident caused by a driver's technique, speed or mistakes. With solo runs, it wouldn't really matter if an Evo was four-wheel sliding at 150, and a 3K Corolla was just cruising around some cones at 50. But, worst-case scenario, we could divide it into sessions. I have no idea how it will go down now, or when. I'm going to ask if we can wait until the venue, marshalls and CAMS are all completely ready, approved, accredited and ready to go, rather than have things left to do by other parties before the "deadline" of the event. Both TBMS and CAMS have been working real hard to make this happen, but sometimes things just don't go to plan. I'd rather all of the hard work's done before even announcing a date to avoid future issues like this. Was tempted to head out to Lala tonight, but couldn't get a tow in time, plus there are a few tinkerings I'd like to do on the car first.

TOMORROW IS NOW OFF!!! :D Guys I'm really really sorry, got the call from Jo on Friday and haven't had time to get to a computer, it's been postponed as they just ran out of time and didn't have the people-power. I'm a little disappointed, but on the other hand it does give us all more time to get the cars ready. I know some guys had actually booked accommodation up there and had been pulling all-nighters to get their cars ready, they're not happy at all, but lots of other are actually relieved at the extra time. So yes, VERY sorry everyone, tomorrow is OFF, will keep you all posted.. But it's completely out of my hands at the moment. Eli

Shit!! IMPORTANT UPDATE: Turns out, since it's being run as a private day, CAMS will only approve it if spectators aren't allowed! Photographers, cameramen, or anyone wanting to change tyres are more than welcome as my crew! The track schedule will probably change a bit.. And I have to wait until friday afternoon for final confirmation! Fingers crossed... So, once again, really sorry everyone but no spectators!

Haha hey man, the one I'm taking's an orange TG I picked up a month or so ago, it was at the Tailem drift day on the 6th, my first track day and also first time driving the car! lol But your old TE, well, I named it Abi/Abigail (habit of naming cars.. but think NCIS for starters lol).. I put a high comp 2lt in it that ran pretty good, the brake pedal issue got a bit worse (turns out it was bent adjuster forks, and screwed holes for the mounting pins on the rear drums... of all things...) and got defected to regency for too low, oil leak, steering wheel, bubbling window tint and bald rears... Went through regency and got re-fected for rust I hadn't seen, on the inner front guards in the engine bay, and on the door sills, for buggered steering rack bushes, and also for a Ryco oil filter which gave up the ghost and did what Ryco's do best - leak along the seam. So I started fixing the rust, which turned out to be the start of something huge.. I had quotes of like $800+ just for the less serious patches of rust, which was a rip.. So I bought a kickass MIG and decided to learn how to do it myself. The paint had taken a turn for the worse and was cracking and losing gloss/fading in some places, so I thought it was a good opportunity to do what the car (and most TE's) really need.. a full, bare-metal respray! Haha... Haven't got very far, because I hit the welding wall and had to order wire etc etc.. But now the welder's finally set up and I'm ready to get back into it, as soon as the track car (and the bloody weather) give me the chance! Oh, and um.. I kinda bought an off-it's-head G180W (EFI twincam) for it, allegedly high comp, big cams and a monster port job... Should be insane, but I've got "some" work ahead of me yet. Also bought a round headlight grille for it, will probably get some Jap-spec ZZ/R bonnet vents etc. Here's the thread, with pics of how I want it to look etc: http://www.ozgemini.com/forums/non-tech/vi...pic.php?t=34705

Know the feeling on cars in pieces, I have five cars, two move under their own power.. lol Not 100% on how it'll be run at the moment. I'm gunning for grip/drift to be run at the same time by basically just allowing a bigger time gap before letting off a grip driver after a drift driver, under the banner of "free runs". If the guy in front of you spins, you have to back off and wait for them (or pass very slowly and safely) since it's a non-speed event. Failing that we can just have sessions for each! I've just had a whole bunch of "maybe's" turn to "definitely", so the event is a go'er. Might not have as many free spots but if you're keen I should be able to find you a place!

Ok guys, some might know me, most won't. My name's Eli, I'm the resident Gemini nut. I was trying to organise a private day on the 6th June at Tailem, but it ended up clashing with the first drift day, so I happily postponed my event and went to that instead. Well, now it's time for my event. It was full, but postponing it and a few last minute deviations lost a few people - so to ensure it goes ahead, and to give you guys the opportunity to hit up one of Tailem's first events, I'm opening it up to the first people to confirm! Here's the deal: Grip, drift and burnouts will all be well catered for. Cars of and drivers any level, noob to pro, stock to hot, street to stupid. The normal basic scrutineering will apply. Don't worry if you've never been to the track before, or aren't a great driver, or if your car's slow. All are welcome, noone needs to feel pressured or stupid. Any "heroes", people that think they're ten times better than everyone else, or people who put others down, need not apply. I want this to be a friendly and welcoming event! Across the day, the will be six 30 minute sessions for grip and drift, it should be driver's choice each run! That's three hours' session time - way more than other events give you for that kind of money. I'll be capping the event at about 17 people maximum, at this point there's 13 and likely to be a few drop-outs... So in short, you'll get as much track time as you can take! There will also be six 10 minute burnout sessions throughout the day, situated at the end of the main straight. If you can't fry your tyres in six sessions, you're doing it wrong! I'm mainly in for drift though. Important notes (the good and the bad): - Every driver on the track must wear an approved helmet, but helmet swapping is OK. - If you need a helmet, go to Mr. Motorcycle Dismantlers on Smart Rd, Modbury (look for the bike up in the air), he sells them new for an awesome $80, all approved etc. I have one and love it. - Spectators should be OK in a similar fashion to the drift event on the 6th. Doubt there will be a BBQ but there are plenty of food places nearby. - Car sharing is OK! But every driver must pay their entry fee. HOW MUCH? Cost should be around $115 including a day's CAMS license, or $90 if you're already licensed. This will depend on numbers - if we have less than say 12, 13 people, this may rise slightly, but I'm sure we'll find the numbers. Get your mates into it, I need to hear back from everyone like, yesterday, so reply ASAP and please only say you're coming if you mean it! If you're keen PM me your name, email address and a contact number if possible. Here's a rough schedule: 9AM arrival guys! Scrutineering will start, as will driver registration and payment. I want everyone to be there by 9:30 at the latest! 09:00 arrival 09:30 scrutineering and driver registration for latest arrivals 10:00 driver briefing, track walkthrough etc 10:30 first grip/drift session 11:00 close 11:05 first burnout session at the end of straight 11:15 close 11:20 second grip/drift 11:50 close 11:55 second burnout 12:05 close 12:10 third grip/drift 12:40 close LUNCH 13:30 third burnout 13:40 close 13:45 fourth grip/drift 14:15 close 14:20 fourth burnout 14:30 close 14:35 fifth grip/drift 15:05 close 15:10 fifth burnout 15:20 close 15:25 sixth grip/drift 15:55 close 16:00 sixth burnout 16:10 close Events conclude for the day. Drivers and spectators welcome to gather for a discussion on how the day went, suggestions etc. Let me know ASAP for an awesome day of grip/drift at Tailem! Each driver should get twice as much track time as last time, since there will be less than half as many cars, and only one "class" - plus some people will be there purely for burnouts I think. I'll be there drifting and possibly gripping (if I can find the self-discipline) in my orange Gem! Spectators free/but donations to the event and the day would be fantastic. And here's a rough idea of the track... Track 1 - Running anti-clockwise - and the track will start/finish at the far left point. Check out the other threads on Tailem Bend for more info. Also, we can take out one or two corners on the skidpan to make it a bit faster. We can basically play around with setups all day, there should be about six sessions for grip/drift so we can do allsorts! Track 2 bypasses the skidpan and takes the wide outside corner instead. Will mostly to track 1 but can to the second one a few times too! Spots are limited, so GET IN FAST! However, guys, if numbers fall below perhaps 10 people the event will be at risk of cancellation.. so help me make this happen! Eli/Arch/the "drift panda"!

Unless you want something new-ish or rare, it's generally cheaper to buy local. Once upon a time it may have been different, but it's pretty damn hard to land and comply a car for less than $10k, regardless of what it is or how much you paid for it over there. If you're talking about an R32, R33, Soarer, S13/14, 180SX, this generally isn't worth it, because they can be had locally for less. However, if you're talking about an R34, S15, Stagea, Legnum, Supra... It may be a little different. Just look into the costs of each man! And be more specific lol... I'm assuming you're talking about importing from Japan, to Australia, and having it complied for street use. Also depends on if it's pre/post '88 (I think it was? or '89). Import laws and therefore costs change around there.

x2. It's generally slip-on spacers that are responsible for the bad reputation. Look at the hub you're fitting it to - if it has a centre carrier, it's there because the studs can't take all of the load. If your bolt-ons are any good (and designed for your car) they'll use the existing centre carrier to distribute the load, thus saving the studs.

I think the general attitude is to "idiot proof" the world. I think this is a bad idea. Darwin's theory of evolution, ie; picking off the stupid, got us this far didn't it? lol.. Plus, it takes the fun out of life. I tried to powerslide my mate's folks' VE S-pack... The thing's s'posed to have loads of power and an LSD, but even after turning off every electronic assist we could find, the thing would just sort out any mess you could get it into. Now imagine that with some moron behind the wheel, with no idea about cars, who wants to show his mates how fully hektik his new car is. Maybe he's never driven a car fast before - but this one shows no signs of losing control... So he puts the pedal to the metal towards a u-turn in the hills. What computer can fix that? Wait, maybe Darwin's theory of evolution isn't gone, after all.

If you have the patience, go for it. Otherwise, sell it as a track car...

Reminds me of the "GTR34" with a VW chassis and engine used for stunt sequences in 2F2F... But at least that car had some vague purpose.

Haha awesome! About time some decent Jap cars gets a look in on Aus TG.. Instead of Falcons and Commonwhores..

R32 GTSt and spend $10k on coilovers, turbo, cooler, rims, hell maybe an RB25DET?

What sorta condition are the engines in? I'm guessing pretty bad considering price, just want to know what they'd be up for and how complete they are, i.e. what's missing? Also pics of wheels? Cheers, Eli

Hey everyone, I'm selling a pair of Autotechnica Monza reclining bucket seats. I love these seats, however unfortunately they do not fit in my car (Gemini) as the car is simply too narrow. I can't imagine having any difficulties in a Silvia/Skyline etc. The seats have great lateral support top to bottom, and are extremely comfortable. They also have holes for a harness I believe, although they might be aesthetic, I can't tell. I bought these second hand myself, haven't used them once. They are in near new condition. They do not come with rails, as is generally the case with aftermarket seats. $300 for the pair!!!! I am located in Windsor Gardens (Adelaide), maybe 15 mins from town. Eli

Hey, Interested but I can't see how I could get it. I wouldn't mind flying over, but I just don't have the money and I bet I wouldn't be granted a loan. Nonetheless, I'd like to know a few things about the car, so if I can wrangle something I know it'd be worth it. Was it involved in a front end collision? It has a new quarter panel and a missing headlight, so I'm assuming it was. Has it been checked for chassis/suspension damage? I personally wouldn't care if it had a bent control arm or something, as long as I could drive it back to Adelaide and the chassis is ok. I wouldn't mind pics of the car from exactly side on, each side, with the front wheels dead straight. What's the history of this car? Was it previously NA, auto etc? Is it 4stud or 5stud? And what's the mech. condition of everything? Does it go hard? Blow any smoke? Make any unusual noises like whines, scrapes, thumps, hisses? Obviously for the money the car isn't perfect but I want to know exactly what's going on with it before I get my hopes up. Any chance of some engine bay pics? And maybe some around the suspension to make sure it's all good? Cheers, Eli