RichardS

Cheers Rich - you're right of course mate; but it would have been nice to catch up. Still when I'm next in Yorks, I'll drop you a line as it would be good to catch up! Richard:thumbup1:

Agreed - I hope your daughter has a lovely evening mate!! And I can see you sitting in your chair stroking your shotgun when she brings her boyfriend home...:lol: Richard:clover:

Hi Kim, Good to see you're still around mate!! Sadly no JAE for me this year though - after last year, I had hoped to do the same thing; IE do the Saturday and head off on holiday Sunday. So when the first dates were announced I thought it had all worked out fine.... Then the organisers moved JAE back a week, after I'd booked my hols, so I'm now going to be away when JAE is on:sad: Richard:clover:

Cool - that's the kind of thing I like.... ....Didn't you SW chaps also have a Cheddar Gorge meet as well? On the subject of the south west, I see your location is Tortoise Head once more; I thought you moved to the Taunton area...:wink:

Perfect - have some rep for that!!

Well said guys - and that is, for me, what being part of the club is about!! And back to the original subject, I like JAE because of its significance to the club as our flagship event (and AGM, as I am on committee). Otherwise, my personal preference is one where there is something else interesting there to see/do as well.... I like the idea of the Beaulieu meet (not sure if I can make it yet though), because of where it is - same thing with the London Motor Museum meet that was organised a couple of years ago. As I am also interested in history and heritage, I have been at a tourist attraction when there just happened to be a classic car club meet there on the day in question (like the Rolls Royce and Morgan clubs being at Waddesdon Manor on a couple of occasions; or the MG/Triumph owners club having a show at Dyrham Park). Of course I did not attend the meets, I was just visiting the attraction - but as a petrol head the car meet taking place just gave me an added interest! Richard:thumbup1:

Collected it from the garage after having the oil leak fixed..... Richard:thumbup1:

Exactly the same as you mate....... .......and you and you and you; I have been in a similar situation to you myself twice and did what you did. One time I was in the ZX and, like you I had a high kerb (almost any kerb is high to a ZX) to the left and refused to mount it. Sadly the ambulance was coming towards me so I could not go forwards either - instead the ambulance has to wait for a gap in the traffic in the opposing lane so it could drive around me. And yes, I got a few "signs" from other drivers and one nerdy chap in an MPV called me a selfish c**t after the ambulance had passed - so I walked up to him and asked if was willing to pay for my new bumper and alloy wheel, had I actually driven up the kerb and damaged them..... The second time, I was in the SLK on a rural, but fast A road. The opposite lane was busy with rush hour traffic and the ambulance was approaching from the rear; the surrounding vehicles on my side were mainly 4x4s and MPVs; although probably 6-8 cars at most, with me about in the middle. The grass verge was high and punctuated by brambles and sharp hedgerow branches; so not only would I have damaged the car by mounting it, but would also have scratched the side panels to buggery too.... Again no way was I doing that!! So a bit of quick thinking prevailed and I just nailed it past all the other cars that had mounted the verge, at about 70mph, so the ambulance could follow. Again all the drivers parked up were hooting at me and making gestures - but I did not stick around; hell there was an ambulance wanting to get somewhere!! There was nowhere to pull in for a few miles, however funnily enough, the ambulance was not making as quick progress as me so I figured if I maintained a high speed until it was safe to let the ambulance pass, I would not be holding it up!! Thing is, we all care for our cars here; and also appreciate the cost of having them repaired in the event we did mount the kerb. And whilst we all appreciate the work of the emergency services and the urgency of their journeys, I do think it is reasonable for us not to do something that will damage our cars (and cost us £££s), even if it means holding up an emergency vehicle for a few seconds. Richard:yinyang:

Yes......:tongue: Luckily I have met you though mate...!! Richard:laugh:

That is actually not far from my own view to be honest..... ....Don't get me wrong, I enjoy getting together with everyone at a big event like JAE once a year; but I just don't have the time to commit a whole weekend and prefer to "pop along" for a few hours. It's also nice to spend a lunch time at a local pub meet, catching up with a few familiar likeminded owners for a drink and a sandwich every now and again. But like Brian says, the pleasure I get from my ZX is from owning, driving, waxing and admiring it. And to do my bit for others in the ZX owning community, I help to run this club in my spare time. Meets are a great thing for the ZX owning community - but not everyone has the time or inclination to be part of the social scene that comes with it. The evidence of that is apparent in the dwindling number of people attending some of the meets; and no doubt why Mr Bolt has started this thread....:wink:!! I realise this must sound daft for someone on the committee of a car owners' club; but wait, why should it? I'm not the most overtly outgoing, sociable person so the whole event organising thing just is not my bag - there are others in the club for whom it is, so that's what they have roles like NEO/REO etc. I actually think it's great that Steve has taken the time to ask this question though; as it might help explain why the good folks are not turning out in their droves. And if they want to turn out, what would entice them to do so more frequently; it should give Voddy some ideas for future events. But at the same time, don't dismiss those members who are happy to quietly enjoy the pleasures of owning and driving their 300zx at their leisure! Richard:thumbup1:

Depends on the size and positioning of the calipers I guess.... There's not much difference in dropping the extra inch diameter - but the caliper sits close to the edge of the wheel already, then anything can matter!! Just out of interest why exactly do you want to switch to 17 inch rims? IMO 18s are the optimum size for a 300zx - 19s are nice but not practical or economical when it comes to tyre replacement (if you are fussy about premium brands like me) - and 17s don't really improve on ride quality over 18s.... Richard:clover:

Great news mate..... .....And nice work Jeff!!! And who meeds Portugal when we have sunshine like this eh....? You know you don't really want to emigrate Jeff....:wink: Richard:thumbup1:

Looking good Tom - welcome back to England and to your nicely painted Z.... Richard:thumbup1:

Nasty - it has been posted on here before and still has not improved since the last time......:hurl: I don't mind the wheels though.... And I think I have said that before, perhaps twice....LOL Richard:laugh:

Nice one Ade - and thanks for your support mate!! I hope you are tempted into getting another ZX too.... Richard:thumbup1:

Welcome back to full fat membership Dave..... .....And thanks for your support mate!! Richard:thumbup1:

Welcome to the club Tom - and good luck with your new toy!! Richard:thumbup1:

No Si, just the new forum - we purchased it from this Doctor fellow. Nice chap, strange bow tie though......

Flipping 'eck, I may be the spearheading the campaign for the return of The Queen's English to the forum, but you've only been back 3 minutes Si; and you're already starting on peoples' spelling!!!! Easy my friend; easy.... Richard:lol:

And what a Zed it is Mandy....:bow: Richard:winkiss:

I have Lee. And as a true gentlemen, I am saying nothing.... Other than she's probably out of your league mate.....:tongue:

LOL - that thought aside Mandy, I think the essence of your message could not be more profound....... BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR..... Wise words....:lol: Richard:thumbup1:

As (I think) everyone knows by now, we have reviewed the whole permanent ban system to give people served with lifetime bans the chance to have their ban reconsidered by the committee; after 12 months. Following the announcement, Funky Si contacted me a few days ago with regards to his ban; and I am pleased to announce that the committee has approved his return to the forum. As soon as Lee has reactivated his account, Funky Si will be online once more. Richard For the committee

Thank you Steve - I hope that it is accepted in the manner in which it was intended. And on that bombshell, I have an announcement to make..... .......which will shortly be a new thread in "club news and announcements" Richard:wink:

Cheers Lee!!