September 9th - TX Airstrip Meet-n-Greet (German Car Shootout)...Mark Your Calendar!
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Juicee...dont be a puss,load up the car and head out there!
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There ya go, have it shipped to Darren's house then jump on a plane. Show us what the 63 can do, or will all the 55s milling about scare you? Originally Posted by Jrocket
Juicee...dont be a puss,load up the car and head out there!
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WOW...this sounds like alot of fun...way to go for setting up something like this 
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There has to be atleast one E63 in the entire state of Texas that will show up,no?Originally Posted by bfnnrgn
There ya go, have it shipped to Darren's house then jump on a plane. Show us what the 63 can do, or will all the 55s milling about scare you?
I think Darrens M5 is gonna hand out some **** whoop'ns,if you ask me!
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El Toro strip has been used in the passed for the same time of events.The Mboard has done it?Originally Posted by Vic55
Finally we get something stateside and its in freakin Texas!!!!!!! I wonder if the Cali people can line up something like this??
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I think Darrens M5 is gonna hand out some **** whoop'ns,if you ask me!
Sales of E63s were banned in the state of Texas, something about inferiority or such. Originally Posted by Jrocket
There has to be atleast one E63 in the entire state of Texas that will show up,no?I think Darrens M5 is gonna hand out some **** whoop'ns,if you ask me!
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Anybody else feel that earthquake?Originally Posted by bfnnrgn
Sales of E63s were banned in the state of Texas, something about inferiority or such.
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I promise your car will be in working condition when you arrive at my house Originally Posted by bfnnrgn
There ya go, have it shipped to Darren's house then jump on a plane. Show us what the 63 can do, or will all the 55s milling about scare you?
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I think Darrens M5 is gonna hand out some **** whoop'ns,if you ask me!
I've been dominating the 63's over here so they've all been sent to the auction. Originally Posted by Jrocket
There has to be atleast one E63 in the entire state of Texas that will show up,no?I think Darrens M5 is gonna hand out some **** whoop'ns,if you ask me!
(where's that darn leather wearing emoticon with a gimp ball when you need it?!)
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Shhh...trying to taunt Juicee into showing up to hang out with us TX folk Originally Posted by Jrocket
Anybody else feel that earthquake?
We'll be nice, I promise. We'll even give you a head start.
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Originally Posted by Jrocket
If it was'nt so far away,I'd be all over this event.Hopefully the people attending can appreciate the effort put out by Darren and chip in on the expenses.
If you have any airlines miles why don't you just come out and attend the event? Would be a lot of fun regardless.
Plus, a little secret (keep it on the down low), someone from this board is trying to secure a SLR to join us...does that help you make your decision?
I'll be posting a list of confirmed cars over the weekend so everyone can see how this is shaping up so far.
Best Regards,
Darren
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Darren, did you post it on 6speed?
How's the response?
You need to notify Hans at Ruf, he may have a Yellow Bird hanging around.
How's the response?
You need to notify Hans at Ruf, he may have a Yellow Bird hanging around.
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How's the response?
You need to notify Hans at Ruf, he may have a Yellow Bird hanging around.
You must be reading my mind. I was going to contact the organizer, Dritan from 6speedonline, of the event last Monday. I thought he could help get the RUF and Carrera GT group out to the airstrip.Originally Posted by DFW01E55
Darren, did you post it on 6speed?How's the response?
You need to notify Hans at Ruf, he may have a Yellow Bird hanging around.
I'll work on getting it posted. Great idea.
Cheers,
Darren
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Plus, a little secret (keep it on the down low), someone from this board is trying to secure a SLR to join us...does that help you make your decision?
I'll be posting a list of confirmed cars over the weekend so everyone can see how this is shaping up so far.
Best Regards,
Darren
Nope,no air miles.Plus Im trying to attend the MIR event in MD coming up already.Between that, my daughters eye surgery and alot of races already on my schedule...Im booked.Originally Posted by darren_dallas
If you have any airlines miles why don't you just come out and attend the event? Would be a lot of fun regardless.Plus, a little secret (keep it on the down low), someone from this board is trying to secure a SLR to join us...does that help you make your decision?
I'll be posting a list of confirmed cars over the weekend so everyone can see how this is shaping up so far.
Best Regards,
Darren
What is the closest town to this air strip?
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Speak for yourself chief. I'm not paying for jack!!!Originally Posted by bfnnrgn
Ok, sounds like a plan. Just wanted to make sure you weren't trying to shoulder all the expense. We're all bringing expensive go fast mobiles so pitching in to help out with cost to make it a success and fun for everyone isn't an issue.
Just kidding.
+1 on what bfnnrgn said
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LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOriginally Posted by darren_dallas
I promise your car will be in working condition when you arrive at my house
M5 and 63's unite !!!
N/a power activate, high rev activate...
Flippin a 63 better show up, this race should give the 63 an ADVANTAGE!!
Trust me I will do everything I can to come, I need C A S H. NOW.
How much to get the car there, maybe I should just drive my catering truck and hook yall up!!
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Just kidding.
+1 on what bfnnrgn said
Wouldn't you know it, it's always the S-class drivers who turn out to be the cheapest...only kidding man!Originally Posted by SteveFox
Speak for yourself chief. I'm not paying for jack!!!Just kidding.
+1 on what bfnnrgn said
I'll let everyone know what the options are what would be greatly appreciate from a contribution standpoint via email very soon.
I definitely appreciate everyone being willing to chip in to make sure this is fun and successful.
Regards,
Darren
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M5 and 63's unite !!!
N/a power activate, high rev activate...
Flippin a 63 better show up, this race should give the 63 an ADVANTAGE!!
Trust me I will do everything I can to come, I need C A S H. NOW.
How much to get the car there, maybe I should just drive my catering truck and hook yall up!!
i wonder what the rental costs are for a double car trailer? we could share the cost and you could pick me up on the way! Originally Posted by juicee63
LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLM5 and 63's unite !!!
N/a power activate, high rev activate...
Flippin a 63 better show up, this race should give the 63 an ADVANTAGE!!
Trust me I will do everything I can to come, I need C A S H. NOW.
How much to get the car there, maybe I should just drive my catering truck and hook yall up!!
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1) How many people you've got so far?
2) Is there an attendance limit?
2) Is there an attendance limit?
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It's official...the first installment of the TX German Auto Enthusiasts airstrip meet-n-greet will be held on September 9th. The event will be an all day affair from 9 am - 4 pm at a North TX closed airstrip.
To attend and participate in the event please RSVP by sending me the following information (email address below):
Name:
Forum affiliation (mbworld, m5board, etc.):
Forum screen name:
email address:
Car (make/model/year):
Mods (basic info, don't need anything top secret):
City & State:
Phone (optional):
I will forward physical address and other information for the airstrip through email. We will need anyone attending to RSVP to me so we can get a clear attendee count. I probably won't publish the specific location on the forums simply to discourage people from spontaneously showing up. Everyone is welcome to attend if they will just RSVP with me so I can plan ahead for all the necessary items (parking, food, portable bathroom count, controlled gate access, etc.).
If you'll be traveling in from out of town/state I will be more than happy to help you find lodging and also host you the night before so we can introduce ourselves and have some great laughs.
There are a few specifics regarding the closed runway you should be aware of before you decide to come:
1. We have approximately 4,000 feet to use
2. The runs will be 1/2 mile in length (2,640 feet)
3. The remaining distance will be used for braking and turn around
4. Two cars will run against each other
5. We can do standing starts and rolling starts (hope this will satisfy everyone)
6. The runway is not pristine and there are bumps. If you run very low profile tires I would probably swap them for taller rubber or not take the chance. Just my opinion, better safe then sorry. We took a M5 and M3 on the runway today and performed several high-speed (135 mph) and low-speed runs. The M5 has 35 series rubber on the back and it was totally fine. The M3 has 30 series rubber and it was a little harsher of a ride, but still acceptable. I just want to paint a conservative picture so you know what to expect. For many of us, these cars are our pride and joy and I'd hate for someone to be upset with me for not giving them a clear picture of what to expect.
The event will be a great time for all and we'll have multiple video cameras covering the runs and the event. This will be a family event so your spouse, girlfriend/boyfriend, and children are welcome as well (please don't bring your wife and girlfriend, choose one or the other so we can keep the drama down).
To RSVP please contact me with the above information at darren_dallas@yahoo.com or you may call me if you have additional questions at 214-783-2473.
I look forward to meeting many of you for the first time on September 9th.
Thank you,
Darren
Originally Posted by darren_dallas
Hello Everyone,It's official...the first installment of the TX German Auto Enthusiasts airstrip meet-n-greet will be held on September 9th. The event will be an all day affair from 9 am - 4 pm at a North TX closed airstrip.
To attend and participate in the event please RSVP by sending me the following information (email address below):
Name:
Forum affiliation (mbworld, m5board, etc.):
Forum screen name:
email address:
Car (make/model/year):
Mods (basic info, don't need anything top secret):
City & State:
Phone (optional):
I will forward physical address and other information for the airstrip through email. We will need anyone attending to RSVP to me so we can get a clear attendee count. I probably won't publish the specific location on the forums simply to discourage people from spontaneously showing up. Everyone is welcome to attend if they will just RSVP with me so I can plan ahead for all the necessary items (parking, food, portable bathroom count, controlled gate access, etc.).
If you'll be traveling in from out of town/state I will be more than happy to help you find lodging and also host you the night before so we can introduce ourselves and have some great laughs.
There are a few specifics regarding the closed runway you should be aware of before you decide to come:
1. We have approximately 4,000 feet to use
2. The runs will be 1/2 mile in length (2,640 feet)
3. The remaining distance will be used for braking and turn around
4. Two cars will run against each other
5. We can do standing starts and rolling starts (hope this will satisfy everyone)
6. The runway is not pristine and there are bumps. If you run very low profile tires I would probably swap them for taller rubber or not take the chance. Just my opinion, better safe then sorry. We took a M5 and M3 on the runway today and performed several high-speed (135 mph) and low-speed runs. The M5 has 35 series rubber on the back and it was totally fine. The M3 has 30 series rubber and it was a little harsher of a ride, but still acceptable. I just want to paint a conservative picture so you know what to expect. For many of us, these cars are our pride and joy and I'd hate for someone to be upset with me for not giving them a clear picture of what to expect.
The event will be a great time for all and we'll have multiple video cameras covering the runs and the event. This will be a family event so your spouse, girlfriend/boyfriend, and children are welcome as well (please don't bring your wife and girlfriend, choose one or the other so we can keep the drama down).
To RSVP please contact me with the above information at darren_dallas@yahoo.com or you may call me if you have additional questions at 214-783-2473.
I look forward to meeting many of you for the first time on September 9th.
Thank you,
Darren
Trying to get to this EVENT but I need to know,
1. How far from where the Cowboys play
2. I have tickets to Giants vs Cowboys, can I make the game (Sunday eve)
TIA,
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You can drive with me , I think my cls can tow your E..LOLOriginally Posted by chiromikey
i wonder what the rental costs are for a double car trailer? we could share the cost and you could pick me up on the way!
Hey follow me out 17 hours big whoop, just wait till the drive to MIR... LOLOLOL, someone please help me
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to short of notice for me to get out there, damn this would be fun
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You are doing your fellow Benz drivers a disservice by NOT going. Originally Posted by E55JAY
to short of notice for me to get out there, damn this would be fun
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1. How far from where the Cowboys play
2. I have tickets to Giants vs Cowboys, can I make the game (Sunday eve)
TIA,
Not exactly sure where the event is at. Darren didn't want to post it so we didn't get a lot of party crashers. He hasn't sent an email out yet as to where. I imagine it couldn't be too far from Dallas though. Event is 9am -4pm. When does the game start?Originally Posted by juicee63
Trying to get to this EVENT but I need to know, 1. How far from where the Cowboys play
2. I have tickets to Giants vs Cowboys, can I make the game (Sunday eve)
TIA,
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1. How far from where the Cowboys play
2. I have tickets to Giants vs Cowboys, can I make the game (Sunday eve)
TIA,
It's about 1:15 minutes +/-10 I'd say ... unless you have a fast car.Originally Posted by juicee63
Trying to get to this EVENT but I need to know, 1. How far from where the Cowboys play
2. I have tickets to Giants vs Cowboys, can I make the game (Sunday eve)
TIA,
