AE86DC eomm/cruise

[85Kai]

Alright guys, two things. Firstly, we just need to nominate a place to meet for a catch up next week. I was thinking somewhere fairly central, maybe around Stone's Corner or Greenslopes, perhaps Mt Gravatt Lookout or something like that. Some input would be great.

Secondly, regarding the BHBO Meets (Brisbane Help a Brother Out Meets), I completely understand some of your concerns about some unskilled people just leeching and some skilled people not wanting to work for free and there's always that issue but I'll use Jake as a perfect example here. Jake, you're skilled, you've got a project but you haven't got a lot of time. You're one of the guys I want to see put his hand up and say, "Hey, I'm doing bla bla bla to my T18 this weekend, I could do with a hand. Who is interested in coming to help and and perhaps learning something?". I'd be glad to help out. I don't expect a classroom lesson but I'm sure through a bit of hands on assistance I'll pick up a few tips.

Another example would be I want to adjust my handbrake cable on my car. I've never done it on a disc braked rear end before. I put out the call for anyone who knows what they're doing and is willing to give me a hand. There might be one or two other guys who would like to adjust their handbrakes as well so we all pile over to my place, work on the cars, drink a few cans of chu-hi, have a good time and learn something new.

It could extend past mechanical stuff, too. Maybe someone needs their undercoat blocked back in preparation for paint, 3 or 4 of us pick up some wet and dry and get to work. Or maybe a few guys on here want to learn some stuff about how to take better photos so we organise a photography day. Or perhaps someone isn't sure on the testing procedure for their M18A1 Claymore anti-personnel mine and would like to have a run through before using it...

Personally, I can't see us having access to a workshop due to insurance issues etc but I'm sure there are some guys here who have decent garages. I'm hoping to get a man cave built sometime next year for my projects.

Let's get some more feedback guys and then let's get into it.

[jakel]

Yeah never really thought about asking if people wanted to come round and help out with my car, haha. Not much big stuff left really only alot of littl tedious things, only big stuff is wiring which I cannot do and bend up some brake lines, haha. or if anyone wants to watch me belt my guards out, haha. But I understand what you mean I actually don't mind working on my car by myself (don't mean to sound kind of selfish in a way, haha) I just enjoy it the only real time I get left alone inbetween work but I could probably get used to an extra set of hands now and then.

But I am more than happy to come and help anyone out with something here and there I have plenty of tools I can bring easily and stuff, so if anyone needs a hand don't hesitate to ask.

[haveaparty]

Sounds like a good idea man. Keen on it for sure. And if ppl are worried about doing shit for free they need not to come. Is that what helping a brother out is all about? Doing it for free or maybe a few beers? Unless it something like building an exhaust system and is costing the person helping out. But sounds like a good idea.

[marvis]

No driving?

Meets are cool but usually draw unwanted attention, those locations would be in busyish area?

[dansomerville]

I think it's a rad idea as long as people come with the right frame of mind, not to expect more skilled people to fix their shit. Sure if you have a problem ask for help and take it when it's offered but don't expect that by turning up your going to have everyone at your feet begging to help out. And hopefully meeting up and getting to know new people will help promote new mates and in turn increase the willingness for people to lend a hand or share a few secrets here and there.

I will help out with claymore instructions if someone is willing to remove my dynamat, ahahaha. Like Marvis said it will attract attention but there is a few car parks around that aren't really busy in the evening, as long as we're not dicks I think it should be right. And if people are keen they could always organise a drive afterwards.

[85Kai]

You're exactly right, Brett. Those who are more interested in cashing in than a bit of non-sexual man bonding need not apply. And those who just want people to fix their shit for them while they just stand back will quickly have a deep understanding of isolation. As Dan said, it's all about coming with the right frame of mind. I think this is a good chance to socialise with people who share the same passion, build some great friendships, pick up some new skills and get progress going on more builds so more of us can cruise. I think we're ready to start a dedicated thread. All hail the birth of BHBO Meets!

Check the link here:

Jake, if you haven't belted your guards out yet then I'm keen to come over. If you're keen can you please list it on the thread link above so we get get some action started?

Marv, we will be driving, oh yes! We will be driving. The only area I know that has carparks constantly busy is Sunnybank. There are a few places we can meet, eat and then drive to. We can get something going next week if people are keen.

Dan, I knew I could count on you to prevent people from blowing themselves up or eating the contents of the Claymore. Are you living off base yet? Bring your car over and we'll get your dynamat off. My friend did tell me a good way of doing it but the weather is quite hot. Stilll, I've done my time scraping that shit off, I'll do it again.

[dansomerville]

So is anyone keen to catch up after work this week? If none is keen for a meet during the week, we should meet up early, get some food and all head out to short track as a group on Friday night?

[85Kai]

Yeah man, let's meet up this week. Friday isn't looking that good at re moment. How about Thursday evening? By then I'll need a bit of fun, this week has been a shocker so far.
Just give me the when and where and I'm there.

[luke20]

I'm keen for short track. I finish work at 4. So after that I'm free. Keen to meet some new people

[marvis]

I live like 10 mins from there.

I'll be keen for a run next week, Got to sus a few things on on car.