2008 Nationals

[TomoHawk]

Has anybody heard anything about the 2008 ZCCA convention? Just wondering.

[ron carter]

2008!?!? we arent even to 2007 yet.

Perhaps Mr Wenzel can follow up with you.

[DatsunZsRule]

How many beers did you have when posting this??? did you mean 2007?

[26th-Z]

Cleveland in 2008

[sblake01]

Cleveland in 2008

Hence, Tomohawk's interest.

[TomoHawk]

Cleveland in 2008 is correct. They're preparing a web page with info, but it's so far off, there may be nothing to say for months.

I think there's a plan to go to Mid-Ohio for a day for track time. Maybe a trip to Cedar Point amusement park.

I'll be posting a link to the info page when there's something in concrete.

Will, i'll see you next summer probably. My gf lives off I-275 north off Tampa, & dad is south of the bay.

Today (this weekend) is the regional "Z Heritage meet" in Akron, OH.

thx

[DatsunZsRule]

aahh I see

[srp]

Does anybody know the dates or at least the month? I need to put in for vacation NOW! Really, I am serious as there are certain dates that I cannot get off.

[Ed]

Does anyone know the dates? Or a link?

[bigoak]

Sep 29 - Oct 3, 2008

http://www.clevelandzclub.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=227

[TomoHawk]

We have been planning things since months before the Daytona event, but there is so much to do. Keep an eye on the official website www.clevelandrockZ.com for the official details.

I can't tell you any details myself, but that we are working on some wonderful things that'll make it a year to remember!

Remember... it IS the rock & roll capital of the world!

[bigoak]

Think I might play Van Halen all the way down...

[TomoHawk]

If you want, I'll snd ya a copy of my MP3 CD. It has a collection called Monsters of Rock (like the commercial CD) with a bunch of quintissential rock songs from various notable groups. It's about 8 hours total.

there's 2 from VH in there.

thx

[TomoHawk]

Waaasssup guys

We had another planning meeting this weekend for next year's nationals. I can tell you that there is a day planned for hot-lapping at Mid-Ohio, a day of autocross, a Poker Run, sightseeing trips to the rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Football Hall of Fame, the science museum, a dinner cruise on Lake Erie, and other things to let you get the best of Cleveland, Ohio.

We are even connecting with a famous actor (think nissan 300ZX) to be there in person, some live rock music, and lots of great food & parts vendors!

The website for the Nationals is being updated with registration forms, including payment by PayPal, schedules, and all the rest of the details you'll need to know.

Start looking here to register your car for next summer!

Sep 29 - Oct 3, 2008 www.clevelandrockz.com

thxZ

[EScanlon]

...We are even connecting with a famous actor (think nissan 300ZX) to be there in person...

G.I. Joe?

or Barbie?

Sorry, the hint escapes me at this moment.

Hope it's taken in good fun.

E

[full house]

here, see it!

2008 ZCCA Convention
hosted by: A Z foundation of Cleveland Ohio

[TomoHawk]

A Z foundation? It looks like your translator program isn't so good...

[TomoHawk]

No, he's not from the (80's?) TV commercial, E.

Maybe this picture will help?

[full house]

dude it's "A" Z foundations! means 1 or single . . . but anyways!!! thanks, tomoHawk! it help . . .

[TomoHawk]

Well, I hope you can be there! I'm working on the Poker Run and Autocross events.

We have a new member in our club that's Japanese, so it'll be great to have the 'language barrier' out of the way ( I hope!) Club with Japanese cars.... Japanese 'car guy'...

[full house]

wow! that cool . . . It nice to here that people from other countries are joining some cool events!

[TomoHawk]

Well, that Japanese guy has lived in Ohio ( in the U.S.A.) for about 30 years so far. He's very cool...

Look for information about the 2008 ZCCA convention on the website (www.clevelandrockZ.com) next month.

thxZ

[full house]

I bet his name is something like lee or kenji???!!!

[TomoHawk]

I think it's Yoichi (yo-ee-chee)

[hls30.com]

Cleveland in 2008 is correct. They're preparing a web page with info, but it's so far off, there may be nothing to say for months.
...

Will, i'll see you next summer probably. My gf lives off I-275 north off Tampa, & dad is south of the bay.

thx

Just let me know, I'll clear some time, and we'll warm(shred) some tires at Roebeling Road...
Will

PS, keep us updated what is planned for the convention, I logged into the site(even signed up to help, and have been waiting for the fire to get going...

[TomoHawk]

Things are starting off slowly, as they should. As plans develop, they'll be easier to implement, and things will pick up.So far things are going without any hitches.

I expect everything to be ready by the end of next September.

Except my car, unless I win the MegaLotto.

BTW- I think I was referring to Chris, when I was thinking about getting together in FL when I was there.

[26th-Z]

I'm planning to be at the convention, Tomo

[TomoHawk]

Great, I'll see you there then.

thxZ & Merry Christmas

[hls30.com]

Tomohawk,
I couldn't quite follow where you were going relative to me, but if you pass by Savannah, the offer stands!
Will

[full house]

I think it's Yoichi (yo-ee-chee)

cool name!

I have a Japanese friend, her name is Yoshinara. shes lovely!

[TomoHawk]

[QUOTE=hls30.com;239254PS, keep us updated what is planned for the convention, I logged into the site(even signed up to help, and have been waiting for the fire to get going...[/QUOTE]I assume you mean the cleveland Z club website, as there's nothing yet on the one for the convention?

BTW, I usually go (fly) to Tampa, FL, which is closer to Mr. Wenzel, but if I ever drive there, I'll certainly give you a hollar, or even a pint

thxZ

[hls30.com]

Yup! that's what I ment...
Will-You know, if you got your Z ready, you could drive it to Tampa, and really ENJOY THE RIDE!

Will

PS-see if Chris'll take you to Hooters, he has a way(maybe even his) with the waitresses there-but according to 2007 convention legend, needs a wingZman!
Will

[TomoHawk]

I supose this is the part where you remind me I have the next 4 weeks off, and need to do something in the meantime, besides sort wires in the Z...

BTW- Anything happening with the R/c car bodies? PM me

[hls30.com]

No need to remind you of what you already know!
Will

[TomoHawk]

I don't think the big green beastie will want to get out of its climate-controlled slumber, and besides, I just heard on the CB that there's a big pile-up on I-75 south of Cincinatti, OH, due to the snowstorm, let alone getting out of the 200-foot driveway!

And I just got a note from my gf in Tampa, that's it's a frosty 27F there this morning...

At least my Escort HAS heat.

thxZ

Pictures of the snowstorm, Saturdayafternoon. \/ \/ \/

[hls30.com]

Tomohawk,
Tape a picture of your girl friend over the center ventZ in your car, and you shouldn't need any...heat!
OK Tampa has gotten its token below freezing weather for the year-the 70z and 80z will be back before you get there anyway!
What were you thinking mentioning an Econobox(must less driving one) in a sports car forum-let alone a Z specific one-that is grounds to take your Z keyZ!
Will

[mazdatsun428]

I don't think the big green beastie will want to get out of its climate-controlled slumber, and besides,... due to the snowstorm, let alone getting out of the 200-foot driveway!



Pictures of the snowstorm, Saturdayafternoon. \/ \/ \/

If I'd been here 6 mos. ago, you could have had my 85 CJ w/working Meyer snowplow dirtcheap. Traded it to a friend for a paintjob on my RX. The neighbors used to love me! NOT so much anymore, too many cars.

[TomoHawk]

I don't suppose you can put a snow plow on your Z.... Or maybe just a big, double-reinforced chin spoiler?

[hls30.com]

I don't suppose you can put a snow plow on your Z.... Or maybe just a big, double-reinforced chin spoiler?

Isn't there a specially modified CAT version 280ZX somewhere you could borrow? I know there is a picture in the archives....
Will

[hls30.com]

If anyone down Florida way is considering semi trailer transportation for their Z to the 2008 convention, please keep me in mind if you need to fill the trailer.
Will

[full house]

I'll ask my friends. . . they also have a friend and relatives living in Florida.

[TomoHawk]

FYI, the website for the 2008 Convention is now available for browsing.

http://clevelandrockz.com/

thxZ

[hls30.com]

Site looks good, great links! Waiting for registration to begin in Feb!

mumble.....Thursday car show-tentative...
Will

[TomoHawk]

mumble.....Thursday car show-tentative...

What do you mean by that?

[hls30.com]

Grumbling over it not being on the weekend, and commoenting the posted schedule has "Tentative" written all over it.
Will

[TomoHawk]

The car show& judging will be on that Tuesday, so tentative means that certain other things might shift a day forward or back.

You are welcome to give feedback to the event organizers, or you can host the convention yourself..

[hls30.com]

Tomohawk,
I apologize that you felt the need to be smug in your reply, actually, the where and the when of the show doesn't affect my attendance, I'll be there and I won't waste my energy with feedback after the fact.

My grumbling is more about ignoring the opportunity to get some serious public Z awareness and participation that a weekend show would bring that a weekday show denies.

When my time comes, I'll just aim the show at being convenient to the largest number of people, cordially invite everyone, and actually make some new Z converts by allowing them access to what is effectively a closed event.
Will

[TomoHawk]

Registration is now open!

You may register for the show, judging, driving events, the different dinners and other extra events. Paypal is one payment method being accepted.

thxZ

[cunniwj]

If you know of anyone from Florida that's transporting via semi- let me know because I'm interested

[TomoHawk]

For those who have procrastinated in getting registered, there already about 70 people signed up, and some of them have even paid!

So if you are interested in the judged show or hot-lapping, it would be advisable to get registered and pay up, because you might lose your spot, and the fees are helping to get great goodie-bag stuff, chartered busses, party food, and other great stuff!

thxZ

[sblake01]

TomoHawk, are you 'Music' on the Z Association of Cleveland, Ohio site?

[full house]

here the invitation!

2008 ZCCA Convention
hosted by Z Association of Cleveland

September 28 to October 3, 2008



Join us for the 21st Annual

Z Car Club Association

National Z Convention to be

held in Cleveland, Ohio...


* Judged ZCCA Car Show
& People's Choice
* Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
- Performance Driving Event!
* Rock N Roll Hall of Fame
* Dinner Cruise on GoodTime III
* Z Poker Run
* Auto-Cross
* ...and much more!
http://www.clevelandrockz.com/

[TomoHawk]

Registrations are rolling in! If you are interested, get yours in too, and remember that when you pay for your registration, it locks you in. Otherwise, prices might go up in August, so it's to your advantage to REGISTER TODAY!

[TomoHawk]

There's still plenty of room on the list for all you Z owners to come to Beautiful Cleveland, Ohio for the upcoming convention.

First of all, you save hundreds on your housing bill...

Remember that there'll be a full week of action, motoring events, parties & tech talks. You'll be seeing people from all over the U.S., Canada and some guys from Japan even!

There is a judged car show, but you don't have to have your car judged; you can just go there and check out all the other rides.

There's an arrangement with Mr K. to do a talk, and some other Nissan and Datsun- related people.

Don't wait until the last minute to get signed up! Are you planning on registering in-person when you get to Cleveland? It's better for you and the host club if you sign register online in advance- you'll be able to breeze through the check-in procedure when you first arrive. PLUS, you'll save yourself a LOT of time not having to register for the individual events during the week!

[ron carter]

Will Mr. K be at the show? or will it be a telecast from Japan?