NUR berg ring meet 9th April

[Timwildman]

Sorry couldn't resist after the NUR spec-r thing.

Theres a thread on supra forums about the german supra meet at the ring. Nurburgring meet (http://www.supraforums.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=162764)

Could be a nice trip through germany and nice trip round the track. I'll have to check the diary, but it can't be anything but fun.

[SimonB]

Now that is tempting...

[millhouse]

Every driver of an japanese car is welcome

lets go :D

[Timwildman]

So who is intrested?

TIM?
Simon?
Millhouse?

I'm very intrested need to find out a little more out about getting there, i.e. across the channel, insturance, AA, hotels etc.. Has anyone been there before with a supe that can help.

Been looking here today but the guy is mainly in to bikes dont know what diffrences will be?nurburgring info (http://www.nurburgring.org/)

[millhouse]

we should get a return on the channel tunnel for about £60 if we speek to Earthrokka

[Timwildman]

That sounds very good. I got a route off the AA from calais, to nurburgring and it was only 4and a bit hours, and thats driving within the law:innocent: Just need to find out about insurance and breakdown cover etc..

[millhouse]

Try RAC (http://www.rac.co.uk/breakdowncover/european/)

[millhouse]

Calais to Nurburgring is 290 miles

i was going to watch the F1 there in 2001, but i could not get any tickets, so i went to the French GP at Magny Corrs instead

[SimonB]

I drove back almost past the 'ring last year on my way back from my Europe trip, but I stopped off in Brussels so I'm not sure on the times. Bit longer than 4 hours I'd say. Most insurance includes cover in Europe these days, you just have to tell them when you're going. If you're in the AA, breakdown cover will cost you £34 for up to 24 days :eek: . RAC is much the same.

In theory if you are driving at night you should have headlight convertors, but I drove 3000miles and never bothered. Well actually I did buy some, but couldn't figure out where to stick them :stupid:. Also in theory in Germany + Beligium you are supposed to carry a first aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher. Oh, and whatever you do DO NOT take a radar detector or anything that looks like one into France. They will literally rip your car to bits to remove it and confiscate it. Driving over there is so much better than here though.

I just bought tunnel tickets to go to Le Mans this year - they were £113 return, but they were doing a special offer at the time which has now finished. If you join the points plus scheme you get 10% off (but it costs to join).

[m5 killer]

im in germany every week for those of you who like a bit of speed you will be there in 2hrs 35 mins, ive done it loads of times, brussels you can do in less than an hour. ps i would be up for it.

[paulrenn]

brussels you can do in less than an hour

From Calais? That is seriously naughty...but nice :eek:

[paulrenn]

Oh, forgot to mention...been to a couple of these German Toyota club meets at the 'Ring - usually pretty well organised, plenty of cars to check out (not all done in the best possible taste, it might be said... :innocent: ) but pretty good day/weekend out. Might consider joining this meet.

[CJ]

I am interesetd - please pencil me in. :)

[Timwildman]

I looked at the tunnel web site today.. wait for it to go to France on the Thursay night and return to the UK on Saturday afternoon. cost £150 :eek: so anyone know how to get a cheaper ticket? I also forgot its the easter bankholiday to mega traffic

[SimonB]

Could always get the ferry from Poole Tim. It's a four hour crossing though, and a longer drive the other end too. Plus last time I went on it I had to put up with a couple of "entertainers" doing Chris DeBurgh covers on a keyboard in the bar for two hours...

[Earthrokka]

I sold my last soop unfortunately but i will try to convince some Criminals from the Westend kru to gimme a co - pilot seat for this trip .. ;)

[Timwildman]

TIM?
Simon?
Millhouse?
m5 killer?
paulrenn?
CJ?
Earthrokka? (pending lift)

Ok starting to look into getting prices for travel hopefully a group discount maybe forth comming, on boat or train.

Also staying in a hotel, I would think traveling thursday evening, stay over thursday night, and friday night, return saturday afternoon.

If anyone else is intrested, or has any sugestions.

P.s. earthrokka dont think my gf wants to do this trip, so may have spare seat if you want.

[millhouse]

i will have a spare seat

Earth will you be back in time for this

[Timwildman]

ok quick searsh found this.

CROSSING DETAILS ROUTE OPERATOR DATE TIME PRICE

Outbound Route
Dover-Calais P&O FERRIES DOVER 8/4/2004 07:00 £33.50

Return Route
Calais-Dover P&O FERRIES DOVER 10/4/2004 07:00 £39.00

£72 all in not sure about booking fees etc..


ferry site (https://www.ferrysavers.com/)

[millhouse]

the best price i can find is £72

Earth can you get us a good price for the tunnel

[Timwildman]

you can get cheaper if you want to leave at 2 in the morning:conf:

[Earthrokka]

AWooo..

Well here is the story so far .. I will land in London on the 15th of April .. so i couldn´t join u even if I tried .. i was too quick with the dates there ..ooops :moo:

But i shall see what i can do for u boyz n´galz to get u cheaper tickets than normal which is 139 squid for a 3 day return.. :eek:
it´ll be probably around 59.. hopefully..

so yeah .. i need a big number though, may be 8 cars +

I´ll keep u informed.. the Eurotunnel is the best for the Supra.

eeezzzzyyyy now ;)

[Green Peace]

Sham you going in Millhouses Supra....you're brave.
:D
you two criminals will never clear customs.

only kiddin ya millhouse, n Sham.

I'd love to go to both if I could.

;) :cool:

[Earthrokka]

Customs r scared of us man ! Kev greenhouse, get yer Dreadlocks on n´lets do it with the biggest spliff in the Universe .. :p much bigger than Cheech n´Chong spliff..:p

Si, u r going to be there when i ´m back arent u ? :mad:

:D

[Supragal]

What about me? :(

[pulse]

Pencil me in for such events, and if I go I'll have a spare passenger seat if anybody needs it.

Despite the fact he's an ugly bastard, I quite enjoyed having Keith C along for the 'dam trips :)

I'm definitely going to head over to Germany and the 'ring this year, so it may as well be with you kids for a bit more fun.

-p

[Adam W]

I'm not sure my car will be ready for the Green Hell but would be well up for being someones co-pilot! I won't affect your power to weight ratio too much, I have good personal hygiene, and I don't scream during brisk driving :D

More than happy to go halves on petrol costs etc.

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
What about me? :(

What about you?

Drivers:
TIM
Simon
Millhouse
m5 killer
paulrenn
CJ
Pulse

Co-pilots:
Adam w

[Green Peace]

Drivers:
TIM
Simon
Millhouse
m5 killer
paulrenn
CJ
Pulse
Green Supra + 1

Co-pilots:
Adam w
Supragal

[Supragal]

Tim- sorry, not well explained. That was directed at Earth but he'd obviously logged off by then!

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
Tim- sorry, not well explained. That was directed at Earth but he'd obviously logged off by then!

Sorry didn't read the previous post :innocent:

Just had a look on hte GT4oc and they've got a couple of peeps going. looks like the hotels around ther are geting booked up quickly. the closest cost 50euro for a single 75euro for a double.

So what would people like to do.
How many nights?
Tunnel £60ish (Min 8 people) of boat?

[CJ]

I will go with the flow as far as number of nights but would prefer a single room as I snore and my feet smell! :)

[Need4Speed]

This could be fun. The 'Ring is an easy drive from Calais - No Autoroute tolls and apart from thee bit thru Belgium, good roads. I may well make the effort - well, actually I was planning a pilgrimage.

[millhouse]

Drivers:
1. TIM
2. Simon
3. Millhouse
4. m5 killer
5. paulrenn
6. CJ
7. Pulse
8. Green Supra + 1
9. John Packham


Co-pilots:
Adam w
Supragal

[Timwildman]

Ok everyone who's definatly intrested. need to get moving on the tunnel, and hotel.

I'll be speaking to the guys in germany to see about hotels. so need numbers to book up.

Aprox costs: Tunnel £60, Hotel 50euros. Petrol/beer As req :) cost is approx so will confirm before booking


Please ammend below

Defo:

Tim
Simon

Intrested:
3. Millhouse
4. m5 killer
5. paulrenn
6. CJ
7. Pulse
8. Green Supra + 1
9. John Packham


Co-pilots:
Adam w
Supragal

[CJ]

Please amend below

Defo:

Tim
Simon
CJ

Intrested:
3. Millhouse
4. m5 killer
5. paulrenn
7. Pulse
8. Green Supra + 1
9. John Packham

And, I dont mind sharing a room providing Rosie doesn't mind me snoring. :innocent:

[Need4Speed]

I'm already over the water so will sort things out myself - Is that Good Friday by any chance?

[millhouse]

Originally posted by John Packham
Is that Good Friday by any chance?


yes

[Adam W]

I've got a gig on the saturday so I can't make it.

[pulse]

Defo:

Tim
Simon
CJ
Pulse (subject to pricing, but 99%)

Intrested:
3. Millhouse
4. m5 killer
5. paulrenn
8. Green Supra + 1
9. John Packham

I'd probably be more tempted for the single room too, same reason as CJ (well.. to be honest, I don't care, but others may:) ask Keith from the 'dam meet:))

-p

[Supragal]

Defo:

Tim
Simon
CJ
Pulse (subject to pricing, but 99%)

Intrested:
3. Millhouse + co-pilot Supragal
4. m5 killer
5. paulrenn
8. Green Supra + 1
9. John Packham

Kev...should I move us into the 'defo' category now?

[Timwildman]

Ok need 1 more person to get the price down for the tunnel, anyone got any friends with jap cars that want to come? Or any more supra owners intrested.

Thinking of a little plan like this:
Thurs 6pm, Meet somewhere near tunnel.
Thurs 7pm go thrugh tunnel.
Thurs 8-8.30ish leave tunnel
Thurs 10ish stop at nice town/hotel for night.
Fri in the morning hit the road to the ring
Fri drive round in circles v.fast
Fri hit hotel, get v.drunk
Sat get up late
Sat poss drive in circles again,
Sat head home.

Tim+1
Simon
CJ
Pulse (subject to pricing, but 99%)

Intrested:
5. Millhouse + co-pilot Supragal
6. Tim's mate (intera type R)
7.
8. Green Supra + 1


Meeting there/Poss
m5 killer
paulrenn
John Packham

managed to delet all my pm's so info maybe a little incorrect :D

[millhouse]

Defo:

Tim
Simon
CJ
Pulse (subject to pricing, but 99%)
Millhouse + co-pilot Supragal

Intrested:

m5 killer
paulrenn
Green Supra + 1
John Packham

[Suprash]

Defo:

Tim
Simon
CJ
Pulse (subject to pricing, but 99%)
Millhouse + co-pilot Supragal

Intrested:

m5 killer
paulrenn
Green Supra + 1
John Packham
Ashley +1 maybe ???

I'll make your last place up........

:D

[Dragonball]

Originally posted by Ashley Willis
Defo:

Tim
Simon
CJ
Pulse (subject to pricing, but 99%)
Millhouse + co-pilot Supragal

Intrested:

m5 killer
paulrenn
Green Supra + 1
John Packham
Ashley +1 maybe ???
Paul E - just working out staffing rotas

I'll make your last place up........

:D

[millhouse]

Ash

whos car will you be taking, will yours be ready for this

[Supragal]

How this looking? I just booked Thursday afternoon off....

[pulse]

I have to pull out of this one, sorry all. I was looking forward to it too. I haven't got a clue if I'll still be in the UK by the time this happens, and if so I probably won't have a car or be able to afford it. Ho hum :)

-p

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by pulse
I have to pull out of this one, sorry all. I was looking forward to it too. I haven't got a clue if I'll still be in the UK by the time this happens, and if so I probably won't have a car or be able to afford it. Ho hum :)

-p

No problem you've got far more impotrtant things to think about.

Supragirl, i'm still looking into places to stay and getting across the water, Eurotunnel looking expensive, £160 for 5 day return :( Unless anyone can get us a better deal. Aparently they need more than 15 cars to give a discount. Might have to be the boat.

[Timwildman]

Ok waiting on mail from these places what do people think?

Ferry (https://www.ferrysavers.com/passengers.asp?BK=2272965&S=ferrysavers&SD=0&AD=AD&AC=&AT=&SH=0&IC=&IP=&IE=&IS=0&DP=0870%20990%2084%2092)

OK looking at hotels in brussels as a stop over, as there quite cheap and seems to be the only place in Belgium worth visiting.

hotel near brussles 67e single 75e twin (http://www.hotels-belgium.com/leuven/ac-leuven.htm)

Nearer to the ring, hope to get in to hotel close to the ring:

38 euros I think (http://www.pension-muehlenhardt.de/)

At the moment 1 euro is 67p

[m5 killer]

for those who are going and havent booked yet sea cat will be running again in march its cheaper than euro tunnel and is only ten minutes longer on the crossing and i might be able to swing some people in to a friends apartment for 30 gbp each in brussels.

[Supragal]

Originally posted by m5 killer
for those who are going and havent booked yet sea cat will be running again in march its cheaper than euro tunnel and is only ten minutes longer on the crossing and i might be able to swing some people in to a friends apartment for 30 gbp each in brussels.

Heya M5killer :)

That sounds cool! You coming to another meet soon?

[Suprash]

Originally posted by millhouse
Ash

whos car will you be taking, will yours be ready for this

I will be taking my car dude, it should be back on the road around the end of this month, Im going with a stock pair again now....

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Ashley Willis
I will be taking my car dude, it should be back on the road around the end of this month, Im going with a stock pair again now....

http://www.angelfire.com/super2/millhouse/images/z_cool_C26.gif

[millhouse]

Originally posted by pulse
I have to pull out of this one, sorry all. I was looking forward to it too. I haven't got a clue if I'll still be in the UK by the time this happens, and if so I probably won't have a car or be able to afford it. Ho hum :)

-p

http://www.angelfire.com/super2/millhouse/images/ZC_ARG_129.GIF

[Timwildman]

Last call for any intrested people, looking to book this week so pipe-up if intrested. :innocent:

[m5 killer]

Originally posted by Supragal
Heya M5killer :)

That sounds cool! You coming to another meet soon? hopefully very soon just really busy at the moment, supras having surgery so driving the m3 i see you all soon

[Need4Speed]

I'll just cruise in if I can make it. House move...
seems to be the only place in Belgium worth visiting You haven't been to Spa I take it:cool:

[millhouse]

Originally posted by John Packham
You haven't been to Spa I take it:cool:

i have :cool:

[Need4Speed]

It's in Belgium and it's not in Brussels...

[Supragal]

Erm. Can someone run me through the dates for this again please? Leave Thursday, but when are we coming back?

[CJ]

Have we booked rooms etc? Who should I pay?

As an aside, what will i need to do to my car to drive through France, Germany etc? I have never driven over there before so please excuse my ignorance and be gentle with me. :)

[Supragal]

Drive on the other side.

[CJ]

Originally posted by Supragal
Drive on the other side.

mmm...I don't think my arms and legs will stretch across the centre console from the passenger seat! :p

[Supragal]

Well try, it'll be worth it for us- comedy value and all that :p

[CJ]

Yeah right!

You just want to watch me contort my lithe, dolphin like body into strange positions for your own perverse pleasure. :D

[Supragal]

Busted :p

[CJ]

I've read about people like you in the News of the World!:p

[Timwildman]

OK confirming/booking everything tomorrow. i'll let you know

[Timwildman]

ok you need to book the ferry with all your details etc..

Hoverspeed: hoverspeed (http://www.scferrybookings.co.uk/hoverspeed/direct/en/bkg_first.asp)

you nedd to put sb/sm3 in the product code bit

costs £49

You can book on-line and save 98p, or by phone on 0870 2408070

details: 08/04/2004 18:00 dover-calais
10/04/2004 20:30 Calais-dover

Cancilation costs £30

edit cos, i'm stupid:upside:

[Timwildman]

in Liege, Belgium (http://www.comfortinn.be/) 62euro car park 5.5euro

Koblenz, germany (http://www.euro-hotel.de/hotel-continental.koblenz/)

45euro + 5 euro for parking

both include breakie. it's about £79 all in at the rates today not too bad for 2 nights. Both are pay when we turn up.

Any more takers? the more the merrier.

[Supragal]

When you say booked, does that mean you've booked the hotels for us or we need to like the crossing?

[Timwildman]

No booked for everyone, because we can pay when we get there. Where as the ferry people want money upfront, and the cancelation fee is almost as much as the fare. so if I booked for everyone then I end up paying if people cant make it. I can book the ferry if you want as long as you promiss to pay :D

Got some info about what you need for trips to Europe genrally:

taken from RAC (http://www.rac.co.uk/travelservices/european_advisor/general_checklist)

What you need before setting off A valid UK Driving Licence is required
A driver's minimum age is 17
A Camping Card International is recommended
A Green Card and Motor Insurance certificate is recommended. Motorists should carry evidence of motor insurance (insurance certificate). A Green Card provides additional proof that the minimum legal third party cover is held. For further advice please contact your insurance company
UK registered vehicles displaying Euro-plates (circle of 12 stars above the national identifier on blue background) are no longer obliged to affix a GB sticker to the rear of the vehicle when driving in Germany. A GB sign is still required when travelling outside the European Union
A crash helmet when riding a motorcycle is compulsory
No motorway charges
Petrol, diesel and LPG are available. Leaded petrol no longer available in Germany. A lead substitute additive can be purchased for vehicles requiring leaded petrol and added to the fuel tank
Children under 12 or less than 1.50m in height are forbidden to travel in the front seat without a child restraint in Germany


Compulsory products: A warning triangle, Headlamp converters


Recommended products: Spare bulbs, A fire extinguisher, A first aid kit

[CJ]

erm...something wrong here. When I tried to book online I got a price of £179 :eek:

HELP!

[SimonB]

Yeah, me too!:eek:

[Timwildman]

sorry you need to put sb/sm3 in the product code bit, when you book on line oops.

sorry forgot the lady on the phone was so helpful.

[CJ]

[Best Capt. Mannering voice]

Stupid Boy!

[Timwildman]

you didnt book at £179 did you?

[CJ]

Did I feck! I will now retry using your wangly fangly code...nice one :thumbs:

[CJ]

Damn!

I now get this message:

Your exact chosen RETURN sailings were not available. Below are listed the nearest available sailings matching your original request, please select one. All times shown are local.

10/04/2004 17:30 Calais / Dover 81M SEACAT 10/04/2004 17:30

11/04/2004 09:30 Calais / Dover 81M SEACAT 11/04/2004 09:30

What now chaps?

[Supragal]

I've just left Kev a voicemail so I'll book it as soon as he confirms. Mind you I'll also wait until I hear the decision on the ferrys :eek:

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by CJ
Damn!

I now get this message:

Your exact chosen RETURN sailings were not available. Below are listed the nearest available sailings matching your original request, please select one. All times shown are local.

10/04/2004 17:30 Calais / Dover 81M SEACAT 10/04/2004 17:30

11/04/2004 09:30 Calais / Dover 81M SEACAT 11/04/2004 09:30

What now chaps?

Doh, guess that sailing is full you'll just have to take the later or earlier which ever suites you best. I asked the girl how many spaces there were but she said she couldn't tell me. It doesn't really matter which, just means there will be a bit of waiting around.

[Supragal]

Christ!! Don't leave me alone with CJ and Kev!!

[Timwildman]

Don't worry I hear Cj is in to ladies with 4 legs ;), and kev i'm sure he will be pretty mellow as usual. It's only the trip across the water back home to Blighty, so i'm sure we wont get that lost.

[CJ]

Originally posted by Timwildman
Don't worry I hear Cj is in to ladies with 4 legs ;), and kev i'm sure he will be pretty mellow as usual. It's only the trip across the water back home to Blighty, so i'm sure we wont get that lost.

But Rosie may be persuaded to wear a sheepsking coat :innocent:

[CJ]

OK, I am going to book myself on the 17.30 departure. I can see me ending up on the fecking boat alone! :)

[Timwildman]

if you all get on the 1730, i'll see if i can chage mine if not i'll just have to spend more time buying cheap beer, in the supermarche:D

[CJ]

OK - I am booked for the 18.00 outward(08/04) and the 17.30 return (10/04).

[SimonB]

Yep, me too, on the 17:30 return! :cool:

[Dragonball]

Originally posted by Supragal
Christ!! Don't leave me alone with CJ and Kev!!

Stuck between a Rock and a Hard Place




...I SAID ROCK!

tsk...:p

[CJ]

Oy Ricer...are you coming along too?

[Timwildman]

ok i'll try and change mine if I can

[Supragal]

I'm only joshin guys :cool: I reckon it's CJ and Kev that should be worried about being left alone with me hahahahha

I'm about to attmept to book. Kev is confirmed :)

[Supragal]

Ok, booked. I take it the Supe fits under the normal choices on size?

Also, I booked it as me as lead person, I have no clue how these things work- doesn't matter who drives right?

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
Ok, booked. I take it the Supe fits under the normal choices on size?

Also, I booked it as me as lead person, I have no clue how these things work- doesn't matter who drives right?

did you get the 17:30 return as well?

[Supragal]

Errrr. You know what? I have no idea. Let me check my email :)

08/04/2004 18:00 Dover - Calais
81M SEACAT
Check-in by 17:30
10/04/2004 17:30 Calais - Dover
81M SEACAT
Check-in by 17:00


Sound right?

[CJ]

Thats the one I'm on too! :thumbs:

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Paul E
Stuck between a Rock and a Hard Place




...I SAID ROCK!

tsk...:p

Like he said you comming?

[CJ]

I spoke to the old git earlier and he is not sure if he has a wedding on the saturday or Sunday. he is going to find out and let us know this evening.

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
Errrr. You know what? I have no idea. Let me check my email :)

08/04/2004 18:00 Dover - Calais
81M SEACAT
Check-in by 17:30
10/04/2004 17:30 Calais - Dover
81M SEACAT
Check-in by 17:00


Sound right?

Ok just phoned the hoverspeed people to try and change the booking to 17:30, and they said it's all full up the only ones available in the after noon are, the 20:30 and 21:30???? So I told him about everone else being told it was full and he said no theres spaces, :angry: GRRRRRR damm internet.

Still just going to leave it as it is for now, cant be arsed to mess around again.

[Supragal]

Mate :(

So are you the only one on the original time sailing? On the day we may be able to blag it differently....

[CJ]

Yeah - i am good at bullshit. I have made a career out of it!

[Timwildman]

I'll be ok, i'll have Caroline to speak to. Thats if we're still speaking after 3 days in the car together.

[Need4Speed]

Are you guys meeting somewhere en-route for a run up to Nuerburgring. If you see a black J-spec with tatty rims and a JMP plate, that's me (the old bastard).

[CJ]

Hey John, you and i should meet up. Two old bastards together! :D

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by John Packham
Are you guys meeting somewhere en-route for a run up to Nuerburgring. If you see a black J-spec with tatty rims and a JMP plate, that's me (the old bastard).

Hi John, where abouts are you comming from? we're staying in leige on thurs night. It would be hellpfull if you know where the ring actually is :D

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Supragal
Christ!! Don't leave me alone with CJ and Kev!!

why not :D

[millhouse]

whos going then, how many cars

[CJ]

Yeah - me and Kev are safe as houses. :innocent:

[CJ]

Forget "2 fast - 2 furious" we are "2 old - 2 stoned" :D

[Adam W]

I found this on pistonheads today, it's a corner-by-corner guide to the track put together by BMW. Just to let you guys know what you're in for :eek: :p

Link (http://www.bmw.com/generic/com/en/fascination/bmwm/automobiles/specials/_pdf/bmwm_nordschleife.pdf)

[CJ]

Oh dear! That looks a lot trickier than the A34 :(

[dude]

Originally posted by CJ
Forget "2 fast - 2 furious" we are "2 old - 2 stoned" :D

2 Fat - 2 Bald !!!!

Dude:flame Dev

[CJ]

thats not a nice thing to say about Kev :innocent:

[dude]

Originally posted by CJ
thats not a nice thing to say about Kev :innocent:

I thought that was how you liked your women !!!!

Dude:flame Dev

[CJ]

Nah I dont do bald - furry maybe but never bald! :p

[CJ]

For those who are interested, I have printed out the attachment of the circuit and made it into a magazine format booklet. I have 9 of these to give away on the day on a first come first served basis.

TBH, you dont want to read it before the drive, that track is very frightening. :eek:

[Timwildman]

Excelent, will let my girlfriend read them as pace notes :D, only trouble is she gets travel sick when she reads on the move, let alone when giving it some round a track :innocent:

Oh and while she's filming the event too :D

[CJ]

My 12 year old son has realised that he has a school holiday on these dates. He would now like to come along with me. Does anyone have any objection to him joining me on the trip?

[CJ]

This should be of interest (at least for part of the way).

http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/directions/calais/

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by CJ
My 12 year old son has realised that he has a school holiday on these dates. He would now like to come along with me. Does anyone have any objection to him joining me on the trip?

Not at all, do you want me to see if I can change the hotel booking to twin, or an extra single?

[CJ]

Yes please Tim - an extra single would be better but, if not, then a twin would be OK too.

Cheers :thumbs:

[Timwildman]

Need to see if Paul "bling bling" Evans is comming, as I have booked a single for him. So will only need to book extra if he comes.

It will be good, now you'll have a co-drive to do the pace notes round the ring :)

[CJ]

I dont think Doctor Bling is coming as he has a wedding on that weekend.

[Supragal]

I dont have a problem with that CJ...

[Timwildman]

At least ther'll be someone sensible there to keep an eye on us :D

Is he going to operate a camcorder/camera? I can probably borrow another camcorder if you want.

[Supragal]

Originally posted by Timwildman

Is he going to operate a camcorder/camera? I can probably borrow another camcorder if you want.

I'll be bringing mine for sure :D

Can't wait!!

[CJ]

He is refusing to operate a camera - he says he is just a driver! :eek:

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Supragal
I'll be bringing mine for sure :D

Can't wait!!

me too :cool:

[Adam W]

Someone else who took a camera to the ring. I'm expecting footage like this you lucky gits ;)

http://www.s14.ctmnet.de/Klaus/lap1.wmv

Ruf 911 with someone who knows what they're doing behind the wheel doing one lap of the track.

[Andyp]

I was told cams are banned there since some plank put a fatel on the net of a motorbiker??

[Dragonball]

Unfortunately confirmation of the wedding has come through for the Saturday (I was hoping Sunday!) so i'm out of this one

Sorry guys - would love to have done it - next time!

Ricer

[Timwildman]

Got my Green card through today:D. just need to sort out travel insurance.

Does any one want a euro sticker to go next to there number plate? The one with the blue background stars and GB bit. Thought it would be better to get a sticker to look like the bit on a number plate, rather than an old fashoned, great big white GB sticker.

Is anyone getting track insurance? Is it worht it?

[Andyp]

you don't need to the rings a public toll road therefore ya got euro insurance ya covered woo! :D

[Marco]

Heey guys.
I'll be at the Ring to :) Although I'm travelling on my own, because I'm going to visit some family in Belgium etc...

See you all there! :cool:

[millhouse]

Originally posted by MfS
Heey guys.
I'll be at the Ring to :) Although I'm travelling on my own, because I'm going to visit some family in Belgium etc...

See you all there! :cool:

do you want my mobile number so we can all meet up at the ring

[Marco]

Originally posted by millhouse
do you want my mobile number so we can all meet up at the ring

Yes that would be cool.
I have PM'ed you mine :)

[CJ]

I have had a thought. I dont have the new style number plates (Euro stars etc), do I still need one of the GB stickers? If so, what is the best type to get?

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by CJ
I have had a thought. I dont have the new style number plates (Euro stars etc), do I still need one of the GB stickers? If so, what is the best type to get?

You need a sticker if you dont have a euro stylie number plate. I was just going to get a sticker made up to look like a euro plate(only the blue bit) then stick it on a space on my huge number plate. It'll look better and save fitting new plates :)

[CJ]

I have a tiny front number plate and a big squeare rear plate. I wonder where I could get one of these sticker jobbies?

[Marco]

I got a little GB sticker at my local carshop here in Bicester. Its quite small and stuck it on my rear window. It's not that visible from the rear, but who cares? ;)

"but it is there mr police officer, cant you see, or do you need glasses?" :D

I can get you one and bring it to the meet sunday CJ?

[SimonB]

In theory you are supposed to carry a fire extinguisher in Belgium, and a medical kit and warning triangle in France and Germany. Halfords do a kit that has a GB sticker and this stuff, but to be honest I wouldn't worry too much, I very much doubt that anyone would notice.

The one thing you must do is make sure you have nothing that could be mistaken for a speed camera detector. They are very strict on this in France, and if they suspect you have one they will apparently rip your car to bits in order to confiscate it, even if it's a GPS jobby that doesn't work in Europe anyway.

Tim - not much point bothering with travel insurance I would have thought. Fill in an E111 and that takes care of medical care in Europe, and your car insurance probably covers everything else.

[Timwildman]

OK getting closer now.

So what time are we all going to meet up? we need to be at Dover by 5:30, so i'm thinking leave Bournemouth at 12ish got plenty of time for bankholiday traffic? Anyone else any ideas, As i've never driven to dover before. Guess we can all meet up along the way.

[CJ]

I will be coming from Oxford own along the M25 and then the M20 so I doubt that I will meet anyone along the way.

If someone knows a landmark just before the ferry terminal, I could meet you all there at a given time.

[millhouse]

i will going M3 J3 to pick up Rosie, M25 then M20

so i can meet the Bournemouth supras at winnal

then meet CJ at Clacket Lane Serveces on M25 between J5 and J6

[CJ]

Sounds like a plan! :) :thumbs:

[millhouse]

how many are going

is it 4 supras

[Timwildman]

yep good plan. 4 going. will 12:30-1pm be ok at winnal?

Dont know what traffic will be like, but if were early just have to polish the car somemore.

[millhouse]

if we meet at winnal at 1 and leave at 1.15

pick rosie up about 1.45

meet CJ at Clacket Lane about 2.45 and leave at 3

[CJ]

Easy peasy lemon squeesy!:D

[Need4Speed]

Easter traffic to Dover is the worst in the world - I know, I used to commute on this route. Expect every moron and his unroadworthy caravan to be in your way - allow loads of extra time and think 40 mph.

Sorry guys but I can't make it this time, my new house has eaten thousands in the first couple of weeks.

[Supragal]

Originally posted by millhouse
if we meet at winnal at 1 and leave at 1.15

pick rosie up about 1.45

meet CJ at Clacket Lane about 2.45 and leave at 3

Shit! Thats early :conf: Argh, Ok, I'm not sure what time I finish work... 12 i think so as long as I pack the night before...

Kev, it's easier to get to mine from jct 11 of the M25 than jct 3 M3...

[millhouse]

im working until 12

ok J11, can you pm me your address with post code

[Supragal]

Will do Kev.

Ummm how much cash (euros) is everyone taking? I really have no idea what to expect from this weekend lol :stupid: help!

[millhouse]

im taking £100 for ferry and hotels, £200 for petrol and £100 for beer :D

[Supragal]

**** me! This is gonna be an expensive weekend!

Shall I match you on go go juice?

[SimonB]

Just draw it out from the cashpoint over there as needed, or use your credit card. Much easier and cheaper than taking cash with you. Plus its a good excuse for not getting a round in...:p

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Supragal
**** me! This is gonna be an expensive weekend!

Shall I match you on go go juice?

when i went to dam we spent £200 on petrol so £100 to £150 each should be loads

im taking £200 cash the rest will go on cards :)

[Supragal]

Yeah, I'm off to the bank now to get some out. I reckon £200 sounds about right, plus with credit cards you get support if it goes wrong. Must remember to tell them I'm going though, last time they stopped my card as it was an unusual transaction. I was not happy.

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
Yeah, I'm off to the bank now to get some out. I reckon £200 sounds about right, plus with credit cards you get support if it goes wrong. Must remember to tell them I'm going though, last time they stopped my card as it was an unusual transaction. I was not happy.

Tell everone, the phone company, credit card, bank... Caroline had this happen to her as well.

[millhouse]

My supra is ready its had a service, tracking checked, wheels balanced and a wash :D

My new drivers seat gets fitted tomorrow :cool:

I just need to pack a bag :)

[millhouse]

Has everyone got 2 way radios :thumbs:

[CJ]

Nope :(

[millhouse]

Originally posted by CJ
Nope :(

i will bring one for you :thumbs:

[CJ]

Thanks Kev :hug:

[Supragal]

Ahhh, I was gonna ask about radios- good work!

I'm packing tonight. Now Kev, when you say I can take "one" bag... you probably want to specify the maximum size :p Seriously, I'm not bringing much so I hope people don't expect me to change my clothes much :eek:

[Suprash]

Really envious (sp) of this guys, so wish I had my car on the road, would have been off work as well, have fun, and get loads of video...... :D

[Supragal]

hmmm. did someone say something about an E11?? is that to do with if I get ill/injured over there? Have I totally ballooned this now?

I've got euros, passport, ferry stuff, told phone and card company...anything else? God I'm useless at this stuff, Help!!

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Ashley Willis
Really envious (sp) of this guys, so wish I had my car on the road, would have been off work as well, have fun, and get loads of video...... :D

next time mate

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Supragal
hmmm. did someone say something about an E11?? is that to do with if I get ill/injured over there? Have I totally ballooned this now?

I've got euros, passport, ferry stuff, told phone and card company...anything else? God I'm useless at this stuff, Help!!

you can get a E111 from the post office, i think you just fill it out and take it with you

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
hmmm. did someone say something about an E11?? is that to do with if I get ill/injured over there? Have I totally ballooned this now?



good job you reminded me, get mine from the PO tomorrow. And some euros,

[Supragal]

Shit. When the Hell am I gonna get time to do this?! What happens if I don't have one? Anyone know?

[Supragal]

Also, presuming hotels will have towels etc??

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Supragal
Shit. When the Hell am I gonna get time to do this?! What happens if I don't have one? Anyone know?

dont panic, i still only have one seat in my supra :D

i will try and get you one in the morning

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Supragal
Also, presuming hotels will have towels etc??

yes

bring some CDs

[Supragal]

Originally posted by millhouse
dont panic, i still only have one seat in my supra :D

i will try and get you one in the morning

Ermmm... it better be the passenger seat LMAO!!

Nice one Kev, thanks!!

Cds... Oh God, ok...

[millhouse]

you have a nice new seat and i have a shity old one :D

but i hope to get it changed in the morning :cool:

[Supragal]

Ahh, that's be cool :)

Seriously, size of bag... whats my limit? :D

[millhouse]

half of the back seat

[CJ]

Originally posted by Supragal
Ahh, that's be cool :)

Seriously, size of bag... whats my limit? :D

Bloody hell woman - chill out! :p

TF I am taking a 12 year old who doesnt get quite so excited! :)

[Supragal]

Originally posted by CJ


TF I am taking a 12 year old who doesnt get quite so excited! :)

He's a boy!!! lol Plus, he probably goes on more holidays than me :cry:

Kev- ahh, no problem then, I'm actually amazed at how small the bag I'm taking is... I have had to borrow one as my holdall wouldn't even fit IN a supra, let alone half of the back seat!! :innocent:

[millhouse]

we are going for 2 days not 2 weeks :D

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by Supragal
Shit. When the Hell am I gonna get time to do this?! What happens if I don't have one? Anyone know?

It will be ok it's just a kind of free healt insurance, so just dont get ill :D


Pack less=more beer :D

[Marco]

I hope to see you guys at the ring friday! Be sure to get there early!! I will be VERY busy! So preferably before 10am...

I've got Millhouses mob#, so I'll give him a call when I'm there.

Drive carefully!

PS: not all autobahns are free of speedlimits, if you see a 80 (km/h) sign, drive 80! They often have speed checks. :innocent:

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by MfS
I hope to see you guys at the ring friday! Be sure to get there early!! I will be VERY busy! So preferably before 10am...

I've got Millhouses mob#, so I'll give him a call when I'm there.

Drive carefully!

PS: not all autobahns are free of speedlimits, if you see a 80 (km/h) sign, drive 80! They often have speed checks. :innocent:
Whats 80km/h in MPH? speedo only reads miles :innocent: Are ther any topspeed roads near the ring?

[millhouse]

80 kmh=50mph and 120kmh=75mph

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by millhouse
88 kmh=50mph and 120kmh=75mph

less than 50???:eek: how am i going to do that

[millhouse]

most max speed limits are 110-120 kmh

[Marco]

Indeed most of it is 120km/h, but some areas are just 80! Its stupid I know, but there you go ;)

I'm off to bed now, got to get up in 5 hours to go to Dover :eek:

[millhouse]

Originally posted by MfS
Indeed most of it is 120km/h, but some areas are just 80! Its stupid I know, but there you go ;)

I'm off to bed now, got to get up in 5 hours to go to Dover :eek:

have a good trip, we will see you on friday :cool:

[Supragal]

Yeah, I was reading earlier that they're really funny about speed limits so we've got to be careful, that'd ruin the weekend.

2 days...? Erm. isn't it 3? Friday, Saturday and Sunday? And 3 nights.... thurs, fri and sat... it's the night stuff that takes all the room up- contact lens gear n all that.

I went to Ireland for a week and i had o pay 15 quid coz my bag was so heavy hahahaha. (Don't panic Kev, honeslty, I've been very good) I just hope/presume we're not going out out as in dress code kind of out??

[CJ]

Originally posted by Supragal
Yeah, I was reading earlier that they're really funny about speed limits so we've got to be careful, that'd ruin the weekend.

2 days...? Erm. isn't it 3? Friday, Saturday and Sunday? And 3 nights.... thurs, fri and sat... it's the night stuff that takes all the room up- contact lens gear n all that.

I went to Ireland for a week and i had o pay 15 quid coz my bag was so heavy hahahaha. (Don't panic Kev, honeslty, I've been very good) I just hope/presume we're not going out out as in dress code kind of out??

Nope you dizzy blonde!

We go tomorrow and come back Satrurday night :conf:

[millhouse]

Originally posted by CJ
Nope you dizzy blonde!

We go tomorrow and come back Satrurday night :conf:

:D :D :D

[SimonB]

LOL at you lot! See you tomorrow. I mean later. Blimey, really shouldn't post on here after coming in from the pub...:innocent:

[Supragal]

Christ on a bike! I nearly had heart failure then... I booked the ferry!!! Thought I'd arsed it up totally and booked it for a Sunday return, just checked and nope, 10th April 17.30. Thank God, PMSL.

[CJ]

It isnt dyed is it? You really are blonde aren't you! :D :p

[Supragal]

Yup :D Although I have gone more blonde since you last saw me :p

Seriously, this is quite unlike me it's just I've been so crazy at work I've ignored everything else, then suddenly realised it was this weekend we were going and it's all gone a bit mental!!

[CJ]

Dont worry, I haven't even started to pack yet! :eek:

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by CJ
Dont worry, I haven't even started to pack yet! :eek:

Packing starts after i've been to town to get some money :D

[millhouse]

i have got my seat :cool:

[Supragal]

Yayyy! Both seats sorted :D

Packing? Yes. Must do that... finish work at 12, sort horse out, home, pack, get in Supra, go!!!!

[m5 killer]

im on eleven am seacat for tommorow see you all there if you need to know speed limits it is 140kmh for france 120kmh belgium and restrictions as shown in germany if you get caught speeding in france or belgium it will cost you £120 germany they are a bit more relaxed as long as you dont take the piss

[Supragal]

Mate- didnt see you there?

Blinding weekend though, gotta nip out but I'll post more later as I'm sure the others will too!!! :D

[Timwildman]

Cor, you took your time getting home :D Doing 80+ felt very slow on the way back from dover. Was that kph or mph?

Beat you to it anyway :) here you go (http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=19424) Though it would be easy to follow with new thread. can post up the cost and all of that info. when the credit card bill arrives :(.

[millhouse]

http://www.angelfire.com/super2/millhouse/images/D_SMIL_14.GIF

[millhouse]

My photos are Here (http://community.webshots.com/user/millhouse999-date) :cool:

[Timwildman]

It's about time I sorted it out, so i've added a lttle bit to my web site about our little trip to the Nurburgring.

Web site (http://homepage.ntlworld.com/timwildman/index.htm)

And some videos, not the best compression on the videos, but you get the idea.

Nur trip info & videos (http://homepage.ntlworld.com/timwildman/My_Nurburgring_trip.htm)

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/timwildman/Nurburgring/road_trip1.JPG

[CJ]

Great stuff Tim. I loved the clips of "Fritz" and his X5 being owned! :D

[Marco]

Great vid!
I love the way you owned that X5!

The petrol bill wasn't nice, but if you floor it all the way, what do you expect :D

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by MfS
Great vid!
I love the way you owned that X5!

The petrol bill wasn't nice, but if you floor it all the way, what do you expect :D

I dont know what you mean, speed? us.. never :D

CJ and myself had the most demanding fuel tanks, but Cj is moded up mine is standard... :eek: Thats the auto for you. (and all my girlfriends luggage:))

[SimonB]

Hee hee, watched the big vid now, good stuff. Love that X5 bit. If you look when I come past at high speed at one point you can really see my front bumper bowing out at the bottom where I didn't have the front undertray on. Aerodynamics (of lack of) in action!

Just waiting for the Kev/Rosie vid now then. Come on guys, get it sorted! :) I'm looking forward to that bit where we were trying to find some petrol and poor old CJ was getting all stressed :innocent: . Oh and surely there's some Nurspec tunnel sound footage in there somewhere too :thumbs:.

[Timwildman]

we got some tunnel action but the wind noise was too loud.

[CJ]

Sorry about that. Sprouts do have that effect on me! :p

[Timwildman]

Originally posted by CJ
Sorry about that. Sprouts do have that effect on me! :p

LOL i'll try and dig out the clips, tomorrow

[millhouse]

Originally posted by SimonB
Just waiting for the Kev/Rosie vid now then. Come on guys, get it sorted! :) I'm looking forward to that bit where we were trying to find some petrol and poor old CJ was getting all stressed :innocent: . Oh and surely there's some Nurspec tunnel sound footage in there somewhere too :thumbs:.


All of the video was done on Rosies camera, so we are waiting for her



CJ was almost pulling his hair out :D

[CJ]

Originally posted by millhouse
All of the video was done on Rosies camera, so we are waiting for her



CJ was almost pulling his hair out :D

Bitch! :p

[Dragonball]

CJ - when is that european supra meet at the ring - so we can arrange another visit?

:thumbs:

[millhouse]

Originally posted by Paul E
CJ - when is that european supra meet at the ring - so we can arrange another visit?

:thumbs:

"Ringkorso" on the Nürburgring Grand-Prix course (27.-29. August 2004)

look at this thread (http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=19424&perpage=15&highlight=back&pagenumber=4)