Just assume it will get stuck up top sometime around Halloween. 2016. (sarcasm).

Only thing I need to do to the car for prep is front struts. Pretty sure I'll be going with Koni yellows. Going to wait until the spring to swap out the rears due to budget issues.

The front passenger side is blown and the car pushes that way in hard left corners.

Just in time to start planning spring camp 2017?

Alternatively one of my locals has his OE fronts for sale if you're looking to save some money.


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I guess i should have been more clear. "We" have them booked up already. You have one I have the other.

I know you've tried. Everything you do around here is appreciated. I know you don't get to hear that a lot. Just sucks we can't get anything done. I bet a vendor non pay gets handled REAL quick.

If I was in your position I would have given up a long time ago. Thanks for not doing that.

We've made camp this long without being on the front page. We will survive!

No worries sir, just wanted to be sure. I probably should have texted you, but I was already on here so I ran with it lol...


Thanks @Raider; we love you!!


Aren't they different between the Juan and Pu?

I thought about going this route and the price is definitely right. I'll wait until the end of this month to make a call. I could even do two new OEM struts for the price of one Koni yellow. The car is lowered on H&R springs though, so something designed for that application is probably a better bet. As long as I can afford them, I'll be going Koni's.

Just know the only reason I am still on MSF is not for him, but for everyone else on here. The more friends that leaves here draws me back some, but hoping somehow to get em back on here for some reason.

We do, there's a good discussion about them vs the new Rival S going on in one of these threads...

http://www.mazdaspeedforums.org/foru...street-182859/

Already did it, Scotty.

So I'm chilling at this Dragon camp since spring was so hetic lol. Bringing my kayak and doing a little fishing maybe.

Flooded tent...that doesn't sound like fun at all. Which campsite did you stay in?

I googled and it looks like some of the standard tent sites are actually on wooden decks. That might be good for avoiding getting as wet and muddy as other sites. I don't know what the RV sites are like - although access to power is appealing.

Not too familiar with the campground as I've only been there once. Anyone have any input?

My bad, didn't realize you had a Gen1. I know the Gen1 and Gen2 have different part numbers, but I always assumed they were interchangeable because they looked identical when we did coilovers on a couple cars one day. Of course, there could have been small dimensional differences I couldn't see with my eyes, and I'm sure the valving is different. You're right, though. Might as well spring for the good stuff.

We chill at every dragon camp! Just join @Travis; @Izuer; and I ;)

I'm not sure John - it was gravel. We dropped a tarp and then plopped the tent - the wind driving the rain put 1/2" of precip in my sleeping bag. Wet ass made for grumpy ass and we spent the last night in the Microtel.

did anybody truly "camp" at MDC last year, IIRC we were all confined to the cabins, then there was the whole snow situation.

I made a shirt thread for those interested

http://www.mazdaspeedforums.org/foru...5/#post2948895

^ First we've heard about it as we were discussing making some. Thanks for being excited though! More the merry.

P.s..with frat shirts....I expect you all to arrive in a 4 runner.. wearing short shorts...pink shirts....with a keg in the back ready to do keg stands. Also camel back full of vodka on deck.

If I can get the wife on board we'll be there. Sounds like a good time!

THREE WEEKS AWAY BITCHES! TIME TO START UP THE HYPE TRAIN!

Can't wait. Should be a great time. Still need to do more prep on the camping front. Also get my damn cracked DP replaced. Should be good and tuned up and much faster than April this time around.

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Already ready! Just need a new sleeping bag.

Hosting a prep day in Knoxville and Louisville to get tn/ky ready. I'll be there Wed night. See you guys there!

I've held 2 meets this month and hope to hold 2 more before Dragon Camp so I'm all about that prep. And I'm not even positive I'll be able to come lol. Freaking slippery clutch....

We're having a prep meet in Louisville, KY October 10th... I have a few things I need to take care of before camp! Blown front passenger strut, I think I have a broken sway bar bracket, and some charge piping updates.

Nothing too serious, but it all needs to be done. I don't have any damn time!!

You coming up for the Louisville meet?!

I'll be heading your way Wednesday morning so we can cruise up from Knoxville together.

I mean...it was suppose to be a surprise....but there will be a Knoxville caravan inbound :)

I gave you cheap options for a clutch! We need to come install it too?!?!?!?

:)

Not Positive? WHo in the hell am I going to cuddle with then dammit?

Im OUTRAGED

I love caravaning(sp?)! Except for being the last guy at the light and having to run the shit out of it. That sucks.

Well now that you're offering.................LOL. I dont think I have enough muscle for that many handies. But it hasn't slipped since, not that I have noticed at least. And only slipped at peak tq (380awtq) in 4th gear. Since 2nd & 3rd gear are lower in power I'm hoping I wont hit it hard enough to make it slip. Probably being optimistic and by the time i leave the dragon I'll be power shifting. But as long as my clutch doesn't show increased signs of slippping, and my mommas health maintains, I'mma be all up in yalls shit.

I hope to have the funds together soon for parts but dont think I cant put the install together fast enough to get it in. I dont have the skills to perform the swap by myself and would need to rely on my local NATOR homies and when some of them can help. I've read the walk-throughs and such and feel pretty decent about it but not confident enough to do it alone.

Cool your jets little lady. I got enough meat stick I can send some with you to keep you warm at night.

A little over three weeks out!! When does everyone plan on arriving? Staying at campground?

Campground! I got the Taj Mahal 20x10 3 room tent.

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I'm on the fence about this trip. Not sure my Jeep is up to the trip, let alone the dragon :thumbsdown:

I'm in the same boat, work is messing with my schedule that week, and I'm in a bad place with tires right now on the speed. [emoji53]

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Just put on centric blanks and yellowstuff for this trip.

Need tires bad. Killed my rs3s at the last auto x style event we did. Been on the fence with rs3s again or re71rs. think I'm going to pull the trigger tomorrow on some old trusty rs3s.

I got some fresh RS3s, and a whole lot of new goodies since this spring. It's gonna be a blast, excited to hang out with everyone again!

I've been busy working much so I can haz pocket full of jingle to spend at Camp. Lets get this party started.

Same here man. BNR/springs/meth/brand new tires = gonna be a whole different trip! Last trip my tires were literally slicks. At times I was spinning all four wheels with 300awhp lol. After ENM i got home and checked my tires and one was corded DEEP. I don't know how I didn't die.
Offering handies for meth and firewood!

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I hate to say it but I'm officially backing out of this trip. I'll see you guys next go round

It will probably be cold at night, bring warm cloths and heavy sleeping bags. I have a electric blanket, small room heater and a quality sleeping bag I'm bringing. I might even bring a coffee maker.

I second this. During spring camp we froze our balls off the first 2 nights. I had 2 heated blankets, one inside my sleeping bag and one between me and the ground and was still cold. But I'm a cold pussy.

I like the coffee maker idea. Didnt you rent the cabin?





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its the same weekend as my college homecoming, I've already got parties booked for that weekend so im out :-\

Damn. You and timmy both :(

The cabins are filled with couples mostly, I'm tenting.

the money i make will mean some go fast parts for the 6 :-D

What's all this we stuff @ItsNox;? I was nice and toasty during ENM, mummy bag. haha Though I did enjoy hearing y'all freeze over there.

Kidding aside, bring warm stuff guys, seriously, you can always remove layers and gear, but if you come under prepared you're SOL. I am actually shopping for a new tent now, but I wanted to ask if anyone wanted to go in with me on an RV site. Any takers?

Man I wish I knew for sure if I could make it. If I can, I need power for my CPAP, so RV site, but I didn't reserve one because work keeps fuxking with my schedule for that week.

If I come I will have to drive from Illinois to Virginia then to the dragon. Probably wouldn't make it until Friday. If you have room for a one man tent on an RV site and I make it I'll throw in some cash, but I'm still iffy.

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I'll be there for sure, without boost. Likely not camping I can commute on a daily. Do I need to reserve a spot to camp if I do?? Anyone having a prep meet up for the nc/sc side?

My Jeep is in no condition for the trip right now. I would ride with someone but I don't get off work until Friday evening and I'm sure everyone will be gone by then :puppy_dog_eyes:

Wish you weren't 3 hours in the wrong direction I'd scoop you up man. Is speed down right now?

I put in my vacation time today! I am debating what to do with my tent situation, I need a new one, I don't want a huge one to camp in for just myself, wifey wants a bigger one for the family, so i'm thinking of buying a little cheap one for when I'm by myself and spend the money on a bigger one for the fam. Anyone here have or used the Coleman Sundome? Amazon has them for 44 bucks and the reviews seem pretty good for a cheapo 3 season.

I am lightly considering making the trip up to do this. I haven't camped in forever, but I think I still have some of my old stuff. Man, 4 tanks of fuel in a weekend is a lot.

You know you wanna do it!

I had a blast at Spring Dragon camp with the Oklahoma, Georgia, Alabama, Illinois and Michigan crews. There were many drinks and fires.

A spare set of wheels/tires and the tools to change over doesn't leave much room for camping stuff and a beverage cooler. I wish the Rx8 had a real cargo pass-through.

Skip the cooler. I have enough fireball for the both of us!

I no longer have the speed :lame:

Didn't see it friend sorry dude. Mazdas are Kool especially the speed. Jeeps are the shit too.

LOL, I still have 1/3 of a gallon of Fireball. Mixing it with hard cider is dangerously good.

@CrawlingMS3; When and why did you dump the speed?

He had a mustang at Epic then ditched that for the Jeep...

Ok...I'm 100% ready now. Just need to get the camping gear together.

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I'm getting all verklempt when I read this thread. Planning to make it to at least one of them next year, but this fall just can't happen. :grumble:

Gettin excited can wait to get my new brakes set up.

It is getting down to crunch time, I have to get the RSB on, an oil change, and that rear right caliper sorted this weekend. Rob and I aren't done with the tune yet either, but on Rev. 7 it's honestly probably good enough if we didn't get any further.

I opted for el cheapo on the tent. The Coleman Sundome 3 person is 7x7 and so it will hold a queen air mattress and the rest of my stuff, reviews were really good and they are under 50 bucks on Amazon for those of you in the market.

Do not forget your radios people! Cell phones DO NOT work outside of town, so it's your only communication, granted it still doesn't get you far, it's better than nothing.

I should get a radio. Any recommendations for a brand?

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The Oklahoma guys and myself bought Baofeng, they were cheap on Ebay and programmable. For the money I'd recommend them.

Amazon.com : BaoFeng UV-5R Dual Band Two Way Radio (Black) : Frs Two Way Radios : Car Electronics

He's right about the radios. I loved having mine last time. My tent sleeps 16 and pops up in 5 minutes. You guys are welcome to crash with me. Still need to get an RV spot.

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Super Jelly. That is all.

I bought and programmed a couple of those before ENM this year. Quite the value (as long as you don't mind them being technically illegal to use under most circumstances). I programmed them to use the "standard" FRS and MURS channels as well as setting them to receive (only, NOT transmit) the local Sheriffs' and EMS response channels.

Great radios for the money.

Great point to bring up, we made sure to program in only the usable public channels so that we wouldn't find ourselves in trouble. We did end up with a few interesting moments en route to the dragon from local shops that used the frequencies, etc. You can definitely get yourself in hot water if you aren't careful with these things.

A bunch of the TN guys have these ones

Amazon.com : Motorola MH230R 23-Mile Range 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) : Walkie Talkies : Car Electronics

tune into dragon ripper station 5/0 to hear our mindless banter back and forth.

"did you bring a folding table?"

"no"

"what will we do while we wait for everyone?"

Well work has officially scheduled me for an activity in Virginia through the whole week, so no camp for me.

Big sad face. :(



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In spring Sharon and I could get cell service at the campground, actually. Pretty much nowhere else though. We have AT&T.

When I come next year I want to see how the amateur radio repeater coverage is down the dragon. If they have good strategically placed receive sites I wouldn't be surprised to have coverage on most of it, especially if I deploy the 2m 5/8 wave antenna and use a non-handheld transceiver.

bump! getting close. weenie roast info posted by the wife on FB. if you are not on failbook to see this and respond please let me know a head count so we can prepar. thanks guys!


Hey guys and gals!
We are getting close!
I wanted to take a moment to let everyone know that myself and the fellow organizers of Mazda Dragon Camp are holding the second annual MDC Weenie Roast on Friday, October 23 at 6pm. It will be held at Cabin 1.
The following will be served: hotdogs, chili, baked beans, ketchup/mustard/relish/sauerkraut, chips and water.
Remember to bring supplies for smores if you would like those!
******Please comment on this post and include how many people will be with you so we can get a headcount to help us prepare. This post will be posted on the event page, group page and on MSF (to make sure everyone sees it) so please only comment on one.
Can't wait to see everyone!

I'll be there with some goodies.

Facebook still sucks.

@ItsNox; and I will try to be there.

@InkedInspector; Looks like any plans I made got blowed up. Thanks Job.:thumbsdown:

I'll bring some chips and wennies and enough buns for those.

@865ms3; the frat house is bringing 20 people.

So is everyone setup with a camp or RV sites at Cheoah? Which sites are everyone staying at?

@865ms3; let me know if I can chip in for the food for all 20 of us

^pretty much. Explanation would be very long and no one cares to hear that

Nah. Just pitch in for firewood if you want...smores...something like that. We planned the roast for ~40 people anyway

Okay I'll find some or buy some hardwood from lowes.

i dont know if you guys have been paying attention much, but weather is looking promising! fingers crossed!!!!

We've been watching for a week, it's been getting better by the day

Car is all ready to go!

Koni Yellows on the front as well as a new A/C compressor and bearing. On top of our water heater going out at home, it's been an expensive week!

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Weenie roast supplies acquired !

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72 hot dogs
80 buns
120 waters
Chips
Condiments, etc.


Load the car Tuesday night and leave from work Wednesday. Woooo!

Gah. Still pissed off that I didn't make the spring weenie roast. Oh well, next year.

So turns out I'm bringing a small tent to camp, it only has like a 8'x5' or so footprint. Does anyone want to share a campsite? I don't know how large they are.

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Plenty of room on the sites for two normal size tents

I packed up my gear this weekend, I'm tossing it in the car Wednesday night and heading that way after work Thursday!

Picked up 5 gallons of VP M1 methanol and a couple cases of beer. Changed oil and lubed everything this past weekend.

Some gopro accessories coming in tomorrow. My car is ready.

Alignment being checked today, wheels are obnoxious and tires sticky, just need an oil change and I'm ready to go. I guess I should pack some clothes and get some beer

Car is all prepped and ready. Full detail and some paint issues fixed.

Been rocking the new re71s for the past week. I'm impressed. I think they are going to blow my old rs3s out of the water.

Camping gear all down from the attic. Weenie roast stuff all purchases. Just have to pack my bag and car. I'll be heading out Wed at 3pm from work.

Shooting for a 430ish pm arrival :) lol

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Ohhhhh and I need to top my meth tank off.

Aiming to be at your work at noon. Got a couple errands I have to run that morning when I get back into Knox.

Get the AC recharged then head to @Travis; house to hang out until you're ready.

Switch that around. Show up at work about 130. We will charge ac and roll out

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I think you're going to need another couple of batches. I know none of us will be there, but termiNATOR puts that many down in like 5 minutes.

Packed and ready to go! Heading out straight from work tomorrow.



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I just reserved spot # 21 bitches! See you all tomorrow morning! @OverBoosted; & @SCSI15; coming along as well.

Any shenanigans happening Saturday night?

Oh wait, theres no signal. You guys wont see this until you come back. Meh.