oldschool80sguy Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hey all, I have noticed something at most of my Datsun nights here in SoCal, A lack of Datsuns. My specific group is not so bad. maybe 2 cars per night show. but when you consider the 20 owners there its not much. I'm not passing judgement on any of those dedicated to restoring their car on there own, at there pace it just had me thinking. What if there were a group of Datsun owners that wanted or needed help with there projects? What if there were a dedicated number of people who wanted to learn about them? I am looking for about 5 people in the Southern California area who want to start a hands on group. No details yet but the idea would be to work on someone else's Dat each week (Sunday maybe) for a couple hours. This way everyone is learning, were still hanging out and everyone is getting there cars further along then anticipated. Some of us have certain skills that would really be appreciated in such a network. There would be some basic rules of course: each week the person who's garage we would be in would need to have an idea of what they want to accomplish for that day. there would also need to be a ample stock of beer, snacks and music. etc. this is just an idea so far, of course i am in. 72' Dat 510 wide-body (needs everything) looking for about 4-? more people in the SoCal area. If you are interested just chime in or send me a PM. Any advice on this or friendly criticism is appreciated. 1 Quote Link to comment
Shagy Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 sounds cool....time I can find, its the monies thats slowing me down.... Quote Link to comment
nis720 Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 I really like the idea... I wouldn't mind getting my hands dirty on someones project. My truck is no fun to work on anymore, not like when I first started it. Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 sounds cool....time I can find, its the monies thats slowing me down.... well that's kind of the idea as well. Sanding / priming / wrenching / design / cleaning for a show / parts trading / these are things that don't cost much (in supplies) and the free labor would help in leaps and bounds. I would love to work on any Datsun as long as the owner was dedicated and had a goal to reach. if your local you should consider this. if your really local to san diego we probably already know each others cars anyway. lol Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 I really like the idea... I wouldn't mind getting my hands dirty on someones project. My truck is no fun to work on anymore, not like when I first started it. well this is could serve to reignite that inspiration for your truck. Is it true they called it the "Lil hustler"? its in the haynes manual i have from the 70's, LOL. Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Just had another thought: even for people who are not local to greater san diego, you could still snatch up the idea and run with it in your area. If this gets enough support i may even cover the fees to make this an official meetup group. that way even in different locations we could all still share experiences with how the group is running in other locations. Sharks with lasers you know? Quote Link to comment
datrod Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 That sounds like a good idea. I need help with my 240Z race car. Quote Link to comment
Rhapakatui Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Sounds like what I wanna do here. Only real difference is, where I'm from, there is no datsun movement. I want to create one. I've got a group of threeish close friends and i want to expand. Two datsuns personally and one friend with one and another trying to buy one. A nation wide club is a help. A competitive group of wrenchers would help more..... As wide fourteen would say, "I like this" Quote Link to comment
NOTES... Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 I do like the idea.. i am one of those that would like extra advise on the datto.. and mostly just more ideas on it.. Im in SD so im super local.. nice.. Im down to work and check out other peoples projects and help them get along with it.. As for mine.. idk yet cuz i am the type to do all the work myself... Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 I do like the idea.. i am one of those that would like extra advise on the datto.. and mostly just more ideas on it.. Im in SD so im super local.. nice.. Im down to work and check out other peoples projects and help them get along with it.. As for mine.. idk yet cuz i am the type to do all the work myself... Well there are all types...I myself am a perfectionist but at the same time with the state my car is in, anything helps. I'm at the grinding, sanding, painting phase. some light suspension work needed. I am sure we could accomodate you in the plan. I sketch and have some talent with photoshop so i would be happy to share some of my 510 design ideas. i have about 12 of them so far (ideas) only a few that i am gonna use on mine. We would still love to have you in the group even if you just want to hang out and lend a hand. I have about 3 so far so a couple more owners and we will set this up. the first meet would be on common ground to discuss how this would work and give everyone some peace of mind. then we would follow the rotation. looking at setting first meeting in the next few weeks. somewhere near the airport area. maybe a Denny's or something. Quote Link to comment
NOTES... Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 looking at setting first meeting in the next few weeks. somewhere near the airport area. maybe a Denny's or something. Sounds good.. Just PM me for those details and im in.. :thumbup: Quote Link to comment
Pacific coast Datsun Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 You have a good idea & i hope it takes off. It'll take time but once you get a core group of guys willing to dedicate thier time & energy it'll be fun. Out here in AZ myself, Steroid & Nevtony do the same thing. We take turns helping each other out working on our trucks. One thing to consider & i did this on my 620...write up a "to do" list for each vehicle & dont move onto the next "to do" until one is done.Sounds wierd but it works & stuff gets done faster. GL & keep us posted. Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 You have a good idea & i hope it takes off. It'll take time but once you get a core group of guys willing to dedicate thier time & energy it'll be fun. Out here in AZ myself, Steroid & Nevtony do the same thing. We take turns helping each other out working on our trucks. One thing to consider & i did this on my 620...write up a "to do" list for each vehicle & dont move onto the next "to do" until one is done.Sounds wierd but it works & stuff gets done faster. GL & keep us posted. Awesome, thanks for the advice. I dont think this is a new idea per say, but i think organizing it and putting into a medium where people can permanently share there experiences is. It's getting there and i do have about 5 dedicated people so far so fingers crossed. Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 We have something similar up here, but it depends on need and ability. We get together when the need arises, and never wear out our welcomes. Good times and talk of Datsuns keep the liveliness alive. A high recommendation goes to being close friends with your local Datsun group. Ours meets every 3rd Saturday of the month, so we let each other know if we have the need to get repairs done and we swarm the build like white on rice. Quote Link to comment
NOTES... Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 We have something similar up here, but it depends on need and ability. We get together when the need arises, and never wear out our welcomes. Good times and talk of Datsuns keep the liveliness alive. A high recommendation goes to being close friends with your local Datsun group. Ours meets every 3rd Saturday of the month, so we let each other know if we have the need to get repairs done and we swarm the build like white on rice. Where is your meet at? How many usually attend? Quote Link to comment
zerow Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Where is your meet at? How many usually attend? http://community.ratsun.net/topic/10888-inland-empire-classic-datsun-jdm-meet/page__p__145048__hl__rivdat620__fromsearch__1#entry145048 We get anywhere from 20-35 cars per month. A lot of regulars, so you won't get a handshake and never see the person again. Quote Link to comment
yellowdatsun Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Its not just your group, its people in general. 2 out of 20 is actually pretty good. We have 250 members here in Phoenix, and usually average about 12 Datsuns to each meet. We've also tried the fix-it-day things, and while people say its a great idea, nobody ever shows up. So its not you, its just how things are. Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Well after much thought it came down to this EASY solution. With Meetup.com we get the schedule, pics, chatting and a safe way to know everyone who would be coming to work on your car. The math is easy: 12 bucks a month for 4 people equals dues of 3 dollars a month, 5 Peeps equals 2.40 each and so on. The cost will always be relative to the price to keep the page up attracting new members. BEFORE anyone jumps on my back about $ understand what your arguing about please. If you have a cup of coffee or a monster while at dat night you already spent more than the dues and for $2-3 bucks a month your getting 5-10 total man hours on your car. Beat that. I have about 6-7 loose members so far so as soon as I get a solid count of 4-5 I will front the $ for the page. Should be tits. Since it's by city I recommend when I get this going other organizers come forward and model it on meetup in there city. The site has receipts for dues so there won't be any shadyness. Plastic feet pajamas. Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 as Deion Sanders would say "ITS ON!" http://www.meetup.com/hands-on-datsun/ Quote Link to comment
ZackTheImpaler Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Good on you for putting that together. Most people talk about doing stuff and don't follow through, but still complain that it doesn't get done. +1 to you hombre Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 Thanks bro appreciate the support. Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 First Meeting Scheduled: http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/grp/2640915740.html Quote Link to comment
Twodoordime Posted October 9, 2011 Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 Come on over right now got plenty of ka24e into 510 work for ya to do lol, cars already on jack stands and i got plenty of money for snacks and beer. lets do this! lol Quote Link to comment
oldschool80sguy Posted October 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2011 Come on over right now got plenty of ka24e into 510 work for ya to do lol, cars already on jack stands and i got plenty of money for snacks and beer. lets do this! lol Sounds great, join up and will throw you in the rotation. http://www.meetup.com/hands-on-datsun/ Quote Link to comment
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