Jester Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 I would rather see Canby die than have this bitch run DNW. I WILL be at the meeting to vote in the new president. And I will personally make sure your not it. Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 Wow I'm still would up from lastt night.... ... and now I'll be wound up all day. Oooo and it's Friday!!! 1 Quote Link to comment
denmarkboy Posted August 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 Today should be a day to celebrate the story of this truck . We came together as a group to build a truck from just a suggestion . There was never any guarantee any of us win it . Yet we all went forward with an idea that now seems crazier than ever . And we succeeded ! Did we build a perfect truck ? No . Did we build a datsun ? yes . We did build our community , and it would be a shame to let that be forgotten . So I would ask that we start fresh today and please realize that we have won ! The truck will stay in our community , it will be shared among us . Rick , thank you for working with me . please know this community owes you a thank you . There are others that would have just posted it on ebay . Although some of your actions say otherwise , you and I know you would have never sold it. Thank you Now can we move on with sharing this truck ? I want to share the stories of all 50+ of us that built this truck . And how we did it thru a community called Ratsun.net . If it was not for the forum connecting us all this would have never happened . Here she is . . . come see her at a future event near you . 17 Quote Link to comment
Rhino13 Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 I'll keep this positive note going and start off. I'm glad I got to be a part of the build. I said it once, and I'll say it again, every time I worked on the truck it was a free Datsun class for me. During every work party or just the days I went over on my own with Al, I'd learn something new. My favorite part of the build was firing the engine for the first time. I got walked through wiring the coil and distributor, then got to see how to troubleshoot various issues. I can't thank all you guys enough that taught me anything about this truck and other Datsun's during work parties and meets. I'm glad I'll get to see the truck more often now, I hope you find another awesome Datsun that better suits your wants Rick! 4 Quote Link to comment
Busta Nut Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 SO glad the truck is here to stay........ :sweat: When's the next work party?? :lol: 7 Quote Link to comment
denmarkboy Posted August 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 When's the next work party?? :lol: Saturday ? :w00t: 3 Quote Link to comment
qwik510 Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 So glad to hear this truck is now in the hands of Al. He is certainly the best caretaker for this Ratsun Gem. The build shows how the community came together and also helped raise money for a worthy cause. I am sorry I was not closer to actually lend a hand on it. I was able to participate by contributing a donation but it would have been cool to wrench with you guys. Great Truck, Great Community. Great day to own a Datsun! 4 Quote Link to comment
qwik510 Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 So Al, any plans to change anything on the truck? 1 Quote Link to comment
Draker Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 So wait.... does this mean I have more bolts to drill out? :sneaky: 3 Quote Link to comment
hobospyder Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 So wait.... does this mean I have more bolts to drill out? :sneaky:yes 1 Quote Link to comment
hobospyder Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 So Al, any plans to change anything on the truck?needs more lower 1 Quote Link to comment
hobospyder Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 The story of this truck is just simply amazing to me and it will always be a good memory. I've made some friends working on it and wouldn't mind putting in more hours if I had to 4 Quote Link to comment
Busta Nut Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 The story of this truck is just simply amazing to me and it will always be a good memory. I've made some friends working on it and wouldn't mind putting in more hours if I had to 2 Quote Link to comment
hobospyder Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 The story of this truck is just simply amazing to me and it will always be a good memory. I've made some friends working on it and wouldn't mind putting in more hours if I had to that good huh? 5 Quote Link to comment
Busta Nut Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 Yup....... 4 Quote Link to comment
denmarkboy Posted August 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 So Al, any plans to change anything on the truck? Not really , I would like to find away for us( ratsun/datsun community ) to share it . In my opinion we created magic. It would be an amazing feet to do what we just did , and have it turn out the way it has . This is a one of a kind story. Just like every one of or datsuns, it's all about the story. 4 Quote Link to comment
tr8er Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 I think this truck has has a hard time and needs a Vacation. Hawaii perhaps? 2 Quote Link to comment
Jester Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 I totally agree with your Rhino. Personally, I had an absolute blast meeting everyone of you that worked on this truck. Well, almost everyone. I did miss a few Saturdays damn it. I am honored to have worked with all of you! Did I hear work party on Saturday?! :w00t: :w00t: :w00t: :rofl: :rofl: 6 Quote Link to comment
denmarkboy Posted August 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 I totally agree with your Rhino. Personally, I had an absolute blast meeting everyone of you that worked on this truck. Well, almost everyone. I did miss a few Saturdays damn it. I am honored to have worked with all of you! Did I hear work party on Saturday?! :w00t: :w00t: :w00t: :rofl: :rofl: BBQ work party you know how we do it ! You should come down tomorrow . It going to be good time with lots of datsuns. 4 Quote Link to comment
tr8er Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 Your poor wife... 2 Quote Link to comment
dat521gatherer Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 Don't lower it. It's a slippery slope after that. Besides the stock height looks way better anyway. 4 Quote Link to comment
denmarkboy Posted August 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 Your poor wife... I rather not go there. Don't lower it. It's a slippery slope after that. Besides the stock height looks way better anyway. In the picture I posted on the last page it has already been lowered 2 inches . And I am leaving it there . It drives great there ( 8 Mile shack down today. Spacer got left out of steering wheel if was clamped tight against the column housing. And will be aligned Tomorrow. . 4 Quote Link to comment
maltese Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 Enjoy it, Al. You deserve it. :thumbup: 2 Quote Link to comment
]2eDeYe Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 Your poor wife... I rather not go there. I hope she gets to drive/enjoy it too :) Quote Link to comment
hobospyder Posted August 8, 2015 Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 She can drive hers 4 Quote Link to comment
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