****NOPI Nationals 2007****
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 2,161
Likes: 0
From: Macon GA
Rep Power: 301 




Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
HOOTERS ftw. what was it that sen_one said to that waitress last year? all i can remeber is laughing my *** off!
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
check the link below for the closest cheapest hotel to NOPI
Not too bad
mention that you are with NOPI for $90 per night brkst inc beverage incl
microwave fridge etc.
http://www.druryhotels.com/properties/atlantasouth.cfm
Not too bad
mention that you are with NOPI for $90 per night brkst inc beverage incl
microwave fridge etc.
http://www.druryhotels.com/properties/atlantasouth.cfm
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 21,820
Likes: 1
From: OH-IO
Rep Power: 513 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
is anyone else staying in the hilton that drew said? he might not be going and that would put me in a tough spot since he is supposed to check into my room for me.
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
Haha, She brought us a beer that no one ordered. I told her I would take it, and someone said she was trying to get me drunk. I told her I was easy, and that she didn't have to get me drunk. Damn, I wish I could go this year.
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 5,066
Likes: 0
From: Portsmouth, Ohio
Rep Power: 322 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
I'm trying my best to make it, i've had some troubles and i'm trailering my car to North Carolina to Wilmnchris' shop BnT Performance where i'm having him do some more stuff to the car as well as finish it up with dyno and tuning. Plus i've had to buy some other things (Koyo Radiator, Slim Line Fans, Fuel Pump, etc, etc).
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 2,161
Likes: 0
From: Macon GA
Rep Power: 301 




Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
dont ever expect things to go smoothly with a turbo install. they never do and you always run into unxpected things. i know this first hand. i was actually thinking to myself that you be cutting it close this year.
good luck with everything.
good luck with everything.
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 5,066
Likes: 0
From: Portsmouth, Ohio
Rep Power: 322 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
Well everything would have been great if a bolt wouldn't have seized up on me, so it prevented me from removing the turbo manifold from my block, so Chris is gonna drill out all the bolts and retap and put in stronger bolts since the turbo and manifold is so heavy. I'm also going to have him install the Koyo Radiator, Fans, Fuel Pump, and i'm gonna do a Return Fuel System too. So he is gonna take care of the rest of it, and also do some custom stuff that i can't tell just yet
He is also gonna dyno and tune the car for me.
He is also gonna dyno and tune the car for me. Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
Well everything would have been great if a bolt wouldn't have seized up on me, so it prevented me from removing the turbo manifold from my block, so Chris is gonna drill out all the bolts and retap and put in stronger bolts since the turbo and manifold is so heavy. I'm also going to have him install the Koyo Radiator, Fans, Fuel Pump, and i'm gonna do a Return Fuel System too. So he is gonna take care of the rest of it, and also do some custom stuff that i can't tell just yet
He is also gonna dyno and tune the car for me.
He is also gonna dyno and tune the car for me.I had that same problem so i was running with an exhaust leak for ahwile.
I replace 3 bolts till i finaly decided to take the head off and place some bigger ARP studs like 14mm, that took care of it permanetly.
I also build a bracket to hold the turbo assembly to the bottom of the block and keep the whole thing in place when reving hard.
Good luck, I hope you make it.
I'm staying at the Drury is cheaper, closer and includes breakefast + drinks
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 5,066
Likes: 0
From: Portsmouth, Ohio
Rep Power: 322 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
Yea i'm replacing all the bolts and Chris making a bracket for me like you said. Should hold it all together nicely. Just wanna do this right the first time.
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
1. Drew Mader (Ohio)
2. Stephen Burke (Georgia)
3. Jon Holtzleiter (hillbilly land...kentucky)
4. Hector Torres (Florida)
5. Kevin DePratter (Georgia)
6. Matt Poremba (Ohio)
7. Kirk Price (Ohio)
8. Seth Youngblood (Georgia)
This will be the 3rd year in a row for me and my brother, but I'm not in the show itself. We'll be staying at the Drury hotel. Can't wait!
2. Stephen Burke (Georgia)
3. Jon Holtzleiter (hillbilly land...kentucky)
4. Hector Torres (Florida)
5. Kevin DePratter (Georgia)
6. Matt Poremba (Ohio)
7. Kirk Price (Ohio)
8. Seth Youngblood (Georgia)
This will be the 3rd year in a row for me and my brother, but I'm not in the show itself. We'll be staying at the Drury hotel. Can't wait!
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 21,820
Likes: 1
From: OH-IO
Rep Power: 513 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
anyone else stayin at the hilton? with drew not going and me being only 20, i cant check into my room now. i need someone who is 21 to check in.
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
This is the info I got
please pm me your phone #
Friday September 14th
Starting point:
Destination Daytona Hotel & Suites
1634 North US Hwy 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
9 am departure, roll north on I-95
09:45 am stop at exit #318 St. Augustine Premier Outlet Mall. This is a pick up stop only. Will be on the road by 10:00.
Lunch:
10:30 Lunch/gas Exit 347 Jacksonville. This will be a major meeting point and pick up.
11:30 resume tour across I-10 to I-75.
1:15- 1:30 Stop at exit #2 I-75 Ga. Flying J Truck stop/ DQ refuel, pit stop, meet up with I-75 caravan and Valdosta, GA crew.
2:30 exit# TBD Tifton GA. Last pit stop before Atlanta.
Final Stop:
NOPI Nationals
Atlanta Motor Speedway
Arrive at Atlanta Motor Speedway by 5 pm, Victory Lap on the track for the biggest South leg EVER !!!!
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 51,241
Likes: 20
From: NV
Rep Power: 813 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
Thanks Gear
Any chances for you to go to NOPI?
Last years we represented 7thgen. and did very well, there would be no representation this year at NOPI
Here is a little history of our beloved 7th gen just months after
7thgencivic.com/civicforums.com and the EM2 was concieved:
Click here for 2002 first official 7thgen meet
Any chances for you to go to NOPI?
Last years we represented 7thgen. and did very well, there would be no representation this year at NOPI
Here is a little history of our beloved 7th gen just months after
7thgencivic.com/civicforums.com and the EM2 was concieved:
Click here for 2002 first official 7thgen meet
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
I'll be meeting everybody in Macon. If there is anybody from Statesboro or Savannah wants to meet and ride together let me know.
When are they going to mail out the tickets?
pm sent supermex
When are they going to mail out the tickets?
pm sent supermex
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
1. Drew Mader (Ohio)
2. Stephen Burke (Georgia)
3. Jon Holtzleiter (hillbilly land...kentucky)
4. Hector Torres (Florida)
5. Kevin DePratter (Georgia)
6. Matt Poremba (Ohio)
7. Kirk Price (Ohio)
8) KYLE REEVES (SO CAL)
2. Stephen Burke (Georgia)
3. Jon Holtzleiter (hillbilly land...kentucky)
4. Hector Torres (Florida)
5. Kevin DePratter (Georgia)
6. Matt Poremba (Ohio)
7. Kirk Price (Ohio)
8) KYLE REEVES (SO CAL)
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 2,161
Likes: 0
From: Macon GA
Rep Power: 301 




Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
CAR IS RUNNING AGAIN. THANK GOD!
...anyway i live in Macon. when and where r u meeting?
someone PM me with friday the night plans. too lazy to read the whole thread. i need to know when and where we are meeting in Atlanta.
...anyway i live in Macon. when and where r u meeting?
someone PM me with friday the night plans. too lazy to read the whole thread. i need to know when and where we are meeting in Atlanta.
Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
If the tour is going to be in Tifton at 2:30 then it should be in Macon by 3? Right? So I will be in Macon a little before 3. Where do you want to meet? I know where some stuff is in Macon but not a lot. Last time I meet someone in Macon going to Atlanta we meet at the Bass Pro Shop exit. I think its 172. Its Bass RD. The tour is going to be at the track at 5. PM me your phone number. That way when we meet it will be easier.
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 5,066
Likes: 0
From: Portsmouth, Ohio
Rep Power: 322 










Re: ****NOPI Nationals 2007****
doubt it really, car won't be done until a couple days after nopi




There is gl@ss in my @SS...