| Author | Message | ||
| Jean-Louis (Jlm348)
Member Username: Jlm348 Post Number: 741 Registered: 11-2002 |
Beautiful inside and out. Congratulations. Can't wait to see you on one of our drives | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 543 Registered: 5-2001 |
Ouch! | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2232 Registered: 12-2002 |
You know, Ive seen a bass in the shop that flew off of a car's roof rack on the freeway...and got hit by a truck. Know the worst part? It was an $80,000 285 year old bass  It will never be rebuilt. | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 542 Registered: 5-2001 |
Hey Sunny, I just don't have the ability to transfer it right now. If you like, I can send you the original MiniDV tape and you can have it transferred at a place like Lightning Dubbs. It's pretty boring though, the best bits were in the edit. I have a lot of friends in the Carlsbad area, and my fiancee's sister lives there as well. Great area, but man is it expanding fast! (Every time I go down there, another entire hillside is being developed). Beautiful area though. I'm sure once you get settled you'll be very happy. Congrats again on the promotion and let me know if you want me to send you the tape. In fact, I know a guy in Carlsbad who can probably help hook you up with a transfer. Cheers, ~Chris | ||
| Sunny Garofalo (Jaguarxj6)
Intermediate Member Username: Jaguarxj6 Post Number: 1021 Registered: 2-2003 |
Hahaha! Sorry to hijack the thread. Nice post, Chris. Thanks for the well wishes! I will be there 2nd November (Sunday), maybe that Sat, will do a drive with a bunch of MR2's and some NSX's towards Julian for brunch on Sunday and start work the next day. Staying with relatives until the dust around November and the move settles down and I'll likely be moving in with a friend in the Carlsbad area. Jordan, don't you dare to 150mph with your bass on the roof! Thats my spot. Err, I mean, not without me in the passenger seat with a big SEG on my face. Sunny P.S. I still want that full length vid, VHS? | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 541 Registered: 5-2001 |
Too much aero drag, plus when you're doing 150+ you could get stone chips in your bass, or worse yet, have it fly off... CUT TO: Chris Driver's P.O.V. - a curious object whistles through the air ahead, a split second later WHOOMPH! Fade to black under sounds of screaming, crashing glass, tires screeching... CUT TO: Jordan - interior Ferrari. The car jumps noticeably in accelleration as if it just exited a wind tunnel. Jordan pushes toward redline even more with his newfound speed in a rush of excitement, then a thought dawns on him....uh oh! Damn that Sunny!! Hey Sunny, hope you're doing well and enjoying San Diego ~C | ||
| Sunny Garofalo (Jaguarxj6)
Intermediate Member Username: Jaguarxj6 Post Number: 1017 Registered: 2-2003 |
Forget it, go for the roof mount option. Because its a Ferrari, you'll be forgiven for finding a way for both passions to coexist ;) | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2230 Registered: 12-2002 |
American Concerto...I like the sound of that If I can fit my Bass in the Mustang, there has GOT to be a way to fit it in one of the larger Ferraris. If the 456's back seats fold down into the trunk, Im sure I could squeeze it in there. Anyone locally have a 456 they would let me try that out on? If not, Ferrari will build me the only Ferrari van that has the handles like an F1 car and has the speed that matches that of any modern super car. The Ferrari Jordan GT | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 538 Registered: 5-2001 |
Hey Jordan, Sounds like you've been very diligent in your studies and the groups you're part of - that's great! You're going to have to talk to Luca at Ferrari about designing a custom model for you and your bass someday, kind of like the Ferrari FX for the Sultan - to be funded of course by the rampant success of the Fox series "American Concerto" Hope to see you soon at the next event. Cheers, ~Chris | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 46 Registered: 9-2003 |
Nice Car!! I was there with my son (he was rolling around on Heelies) Look forward to meeting you next weekend. | ||
| Dom Vitarella (Dom)
Member Username: Dom Post Number: 496 Registered: 11-2002 |
Jun, Yep, that's my car, and that's me in the hat. Dom | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 45 Registered: 9-2003 |
Dom, Thanks for the compliment. The Irvine/OC F-Chatters are planning a caravan to Crystal Coast on the 25th will you be able to join? Also was your car at CC last weekend (see pic)?  | ||
| Dom Vitarella (Dom)
Member Username: Dom Post Number: 493 Registered: 11-2002 |
Jun, Nice car!! I can not make Crystal cove this weekend, but can probably make it on the 25th (assuming I don't wreck my car on the 24th at willow). Dom | ||
| Dom Vitarella (Dom)
Member Username: Dom Post Number: 492 Registered: 11-2002 |
Oops, double post. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 44 Registered: 9-2003 |
Sam, Hey, a fellow F-Chat rookie. Welcome! if you read the beginning of this post you'll see how much of an asset this forum is. I'm interested in your product. Please email me information and an est. (The info on my car is in this thread) Thanks, I look forward to the information. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1414 Registered: 10-2002 |
Sam, I had no idea... that's great! It was great to meet you and your wife on the drive last sunday - and welcome to FChat! I'd love to talk to you more about your company and its products sometime... Please email me some contact information at [email protected]. And btw, thank you for offering the FDC discount! Thanks! Byron | ||
| Samuel Worthington (Sam107)
New member Username: Sam107 Post Number: 1 Registered: 10-2003 |
Hi All. I'm new at F-Chat as well and was lucky enough to attend Sundays FDC event. You can see my wife and I in some of the pictures with my Boxster. Great time and enjoyed meeting everyone. I just wanted to respond to Jun and Byron about stonegaurd.I'm the Dir. of Operations for Autobahnd of LA which is a competitor of Stonegaurd. My office is inside Ferrari of Beverly Hills and we have apllied this to many of their cars. If you have any questions or wanted to see a vehicle with the application, I'd be more then happy to make arrangements. I left some fliers at FX as well on Sunday with discounts for members of FDC. I don't want to sound like I'm selling anyone so I'll end it here. Just know that you have a friend and fellow enthusiast if you have any questions. www.autobahndint.com BTW, I'll be attending in OC as well. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2224 Registered: 12-2002 |
Chris, how would I do on American Idol as a bass player? I must introduce the teenagers of the world to the wonderful 18th century compositions for the bass...such as the works by Karl Ditters von Dittersdorf! | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 537 Registered: 5-2001 |
Thanks Jun, my F-car priorities shifted this last year when I got engaged and I'm getting married in a couple weeks...still, an F-car is in my future (I'm turning my fiancee into a car enthusiast as well. My favorite design since childhood is still the 308 GTS QV, although now I'm leaning toward and will likely end up with a 328. My fiancee's favorite is the Dino. Hopefully someday we'll have matching F-cars to go with our matching Bimmers). Enjoy the car, and look forward to meeting you at one of the events soon Jerry, your 328 is going to be a true stunner...well, even moreso than it already is! Maybe I can buy yours in a couple years if/when you're ready to move up the F-line? Byron - entering a singing competition? Who knew? I've got some connections into American Idol...just let me know Cheers, ~C | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2223 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jun, we met at the corner of Alton and Jeffrey in front of the Coffee Bean. Ill most the details of the meeting location, times, and restraunt later on this week. Ill see if I can round up a nice sized group of people to come along to make your first meeting with an Fchatter a bit bigger and more fun. Nothing like caravaning around with a big group of exotic cars Earlier would actually be better for me as well since I need to be at a dress rehearsal for the concert at noon in Long Beach. However, if anyone has any objections let me know! | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 42 Registered: 9-2003 |
The earlier the better for me. Where in Irvine did you meet for the Roland drive? | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2222 Registered: 12-2002 |
Byron, that location is great. Pretty central to everyone who may come. Id say we should meet up in Irvine at 6:30-6:40, leave for Crystal Cove (driving through Laguna Canyon) at 6:45. We should make it there just after 7:00. Stay for an hour or two, then head off to breakfast. However, the show lasts until 9, so we can push everything back an hour if you guys want to sleep in a bit more | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 41 Registered: 9-2003 |
What time would we be meeting? | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1412 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jordan, sounds good... we'll need to pick a meeting time/spot on saturday morning as well... how 'bout where we met before, for the Roland Drive? | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2218 Registered: 12-2002 |
You got it! There are a couple places I like in Laguna Beach but Im not sure if they do breakfast...ill check it out. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1409 Registered: 10-2002 |
Your call... just look for good parking. (preferrably with good ground clearance, too! LOL) | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 208 Registered: 9-2003 |
Wherever you guys want to eat breakfast is fine with me - I'm like a 2 piece jigsaw puzzle - I'm easy! | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2217 Registered: 12-2002 |
Sure, Ill set the meeting points. Any particular place you guys want to eat? | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 207 Registered: 9-2003 |
Napa was $10 for the bead blasting. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1408 Registered: 10-2002 |
Great choice on the interior, Jun. there is another fchatter that has a TDF blue 360 with the same interior as yours.... looks great! Now, all you'll need is a fuchs or capristo exhaust and that baby will roar! jerry, great job on the paint. How much did Napa charge you for the bead blasting (if you don't mind me asking)? Oh btw, just checked my schedule... I should be good on the 25th as well. Barring possible need to be here in SF that weekend, I should be good for a caravan to CC and then breakfast... Jordan, do you want to set up some meeting points? | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 206 Registered: 9-2003 |
Love that interior Jun!! Wow, a 328 with Daytona seats sounds like a nice combination - My seats are a bit worn & I plan on re-dying them when I get back from vacation. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 40 Registered: 9-2003 |
Jerry, cool that you will be back on the road soon! You chose a great color. Any pics of the interior? I've seen a 328 with Daytona seats and it looked great. Here is my interior.  | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 205 Registered: 9-2003 |
The car is proabably out of Jail on Friday, but I will be gone, so I am hoping to pick it up on Monday. In the meantime, I took the opportunity to do some painting : http://www.ferrarichat.com/discus/messages/112/327908.html?1066164292 I also posted pics of the service : http://www.ferrarichat.com/discus/messages/21/327838.html?1065909469 | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1406 Registered: 10-2002 |
Stoneguard is a product made by 3M, I believe. It is a clear film that is professionally applied to the body (usually the front end, behind wheels/fenders) and provides 1st layer protection against stone chips, etc... If done professionally, it is virtually invisible to the naked eye unless closely examined. The speed lingerie product is a color-matched bra that is attached as other bras are... to my knowledge, they don't have a clear application yet. I think it's personal preference at the end. I personally don't use either of them. My car is 3 1/2" off the ground, so I'm going to pick up massive stone chips no matter what. I would've preferred the stoneguard, but it would just get so beat up that I would need to constantly renew my application. I just rather let it get speckled, then respray the front bumper. I'll be around this weekend if any of you want to meet up during the afternoons... My car should be out of the shop by week's end. I'll go pick it up and we can go for a cruise. A few other guys that are in the OC area are Rob/Byron Faber and Bill Rose with his 365. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 39 Registered: 9-2003 |
I'm good on the 25th.....caravan to Crystal Cove then breakfast. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 38 Registered: 9-2003 |
Byron, Can you tell me more info on stoneguard? I know about the speed lingerie product. Sorry, can't make Sunday sounds like fun...Why the Rat Pack Name? Look forward to meeting all of the South OC Guys. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2212 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jun, Ill get there around 7 and look for your car. Try and spot me To get a good space, try and arrive there at 6:30/45. Since summer is over, the attendance is down a little bit so you should have no problem finding a space even as late as 7. One of these weekends Im going to be die-hard and be the first one there and get myself a good space in the action Jerry and Byron, next weekend is fine for me as well. I have a concert that evening so I probably couldnt do a big drive, but having breakfast and maybe a short cruise after the show should work! | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1404 Registered: 10-2002 |
why not both? Jerry, I'm just around the corner from you anyways...we can meet up then. Btw, not to hijack this thread, but what was the verdict on your car? | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 202 Registered: 9-2003 |
I'm in if you guys want to meet up on the weekend of the 25th / 26th. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1403 Registered: 10-2002 |
Following weekend might be better for me... but can't be sure... I'm entered in a singing competition up here in the bay area that generally takes place on fri/sat nights... how 'bout we all just meet up for a drive? There is a Ferrari Rat Pack drive this sunday. Jun, there are a number of other guys in the OC area (Brian, Elden, Dom, Paul, Jerry... just to name a few)... we could all caravan on sunday morning to go to this drive, maybe? Let me know. (you might want to get some stoneguard or a bra for the front end of the car in the meantime!) Jordan - sorry, can't make this sat... I will be singing this friday night, so I'll be flying back to OC on saturday during the day. Thx, B. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 37 Registered: 9-2003 |
Jordan, sorry for the confusing post. I posted before I read your latest. I will meet you there. What time should I arrive to get a good spot? Jerry, look forward to meeting you the following weekend. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 36 Registered: 9-2003 |
Jordan, that would be great. (Finally get to meet an F-Chatter). I will be there with my son a little before 7:00am I hope to get a good spot. | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 201 Registered: 9-2003 |
Would love to do that Jordan! I'm out this weekend (Laughlin Trip). How about the following weekend? | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2211 Registered: 12-2002 |
Maybe we can meet in Irvine and then caravan to Crystal Cove...followed by Breakfast? Incase anyone wants to follow me, I usually leave for crystal cove around 6:30 and I like to take Laguna Canyon Road to PCH to get there. Its a little bit more fun than the other routes...unless you get stuck behind a garabage truck like last time So if nothing is organized, maybe Ill see you guys on the way there! | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 200 Registered: 9-2003 |
I'm from Irvine also - Gotta meet you Byron, and Jordan soon! | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2210 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jun, Im in Irvine as well. Ill be at Crystal Cove this Saturday. Want to try and meet up? | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 35 Registered: 9-2003 |
Byron - Thanks for the email. | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 34 Registered: 9-2003 |
Byron, in South O.C. ,Irvine area. How about you? Are you going to Crystal Cove this weekend? | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 33 Registered: 9-2003 |
Chris, it was a bit scary but not as scary as when I drove my Testarossa home the first time. Big, no visibility, heavy shifting, etc. For me, the F-1 was really easy to get use to. I did keep stepping for the non exisitent clutch pedal when stopped at red lights. The more I drove it that day the more natural it felt. You're Beemer is a nice car, keep working hard and you'll get your F-Car!!!! | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1402 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jun, I just looked at your profile - you're in OC? Where at? You have mail. Byron | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 536 Registered: 5-2001 |
Jun, absolutely gorgeous car - congrats! Oh, I can't wait to get an F-car, but it's likely still a few years away. I was wondering what it must be like to get used to those F-1 transmissions. I would be intimidated as hell to "learn" on a 360 Modena that I just bought! I recall one guy on F-chat talking about taking delivery of his 360 and waiting until he had studied and memorized the manual before he attempted to drive it Cheers, ~C | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 32 Registered: 9-2003 |
Thanks Byron, I would like to talk to him. Please feel free to email me info. Jerry- It's a nice dealership (Ferrari of San Diego) Kind of small but great people. Ask for Safa if you go down there, he's a good guy and knows his stuff. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1401 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jun, awesome pics... enjoy it. btw, if you are interested in CF parts and want to save a few $$ from Tubi products, I can put you in touch of Valence USA (Chris Coffing). Valence is a CF fabricator that makes high quality parts for 348s, 355s, 360s and more. He is a Ferrarichat and Ferrari Driving Club sponsor, as well. Byron [email protected] | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 198 Registered: 9-2003 |
Beautiful, congrats! I have never been to that dealership - Looks like they have some nice cars there! | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 31 Registered: 9-2003 |
Thanks everyone for the well wishes. Here are a few pics that I took at the dealer. They aren't the best because (I think I was too hyped to shoot some good shots!) I'll post more later. Driving home for the first time with the F-1 transmission was a bit un-nerving. A few of my first impressions of the F-1 transmission. 1)Though you can't stall, you can really have some embarassing starts in 1st gear because of the sensitivity of the computer to accelerator pedal. 2)Down shifts are awesome! 3)You can dictate smoothness of the shift by adjusting how much pressure you apply to the accelerator. 4) Around town driving is great. Definately have to drive a different way, but not a bad thing. 5) When you really step on it, you hear the exhaust valves open from 2 to 4 valves it's a great sound! Overall very, very pleased. Next step.....upgrade the airboxes and filters to TUBI Carbon boxes and low restriction filters.     | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 164 Registered: 9-2003 |
That is awesome - Congrats - I am also a new owner - I look forward to meeting you all soon - Byron, Jordan, Jun. :-) Getting a nice crowd of Cali owners. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1393 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jun, That's exciting news. A very big congratulations! You'll have to join us on one of our drives for sure!! Byron [email protected] | ||
| Paul Brennan (Turboqv)
Junior Member Username: Turboqv Post Number: 135 Registered: 3-2003 |
CONGRATS Enjoy the ride | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 29 Registered: 9-2003 |
Thanks Eric, I'll try to post some on Sunday evening. Hopefully the weather will cooperate and not get to foggy (misty). | ||
| Eric Vartanian (Evartanian)
Member Username: Evartanian Post Number: 282 Registered: 3-2002 |
Jun, awsome, congrats! don't forget pics... | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 28 Registered: 9-2003 |
I'm scheduled to take delivery at Ferrari of San Diego (in LaJolla) around noon. Then I'm going to drive (float) back to O.C. late in the afternoon. I will try to attend Crystal Cove next Sat. (Jordan gets first ride). | ||
| LC (150shot)
Junior Member Username: 150shot Post Number: 57 Registered: 6-2003 |
CONgrats Jun- I wouldnt be able to type either! have fun-give me a PM if you're free Sunday afternoon, I'd love to check it out. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2166 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jun, Congradulations! If your bored on Sunday, take me for a spin Ill probably be at Crystal Cove tomorrow so look for me. Here is a picture:  BTW, if your interested, Im trying to round up some people to possibly get together in Orange County and watch the F1 race tomorrow night. Im just trying to find a location to do it...hopefully it will work out. Hopefully Ill catch you this time! | ||
| Sunny Garofalo (Jaguarxj6)
Member Username: Jaguarxj6 Post Number: 990 Registered: 2-2003 |
If you take delivery on Sunday, there is a drive behing hosted by FX Performance and the FDC So Cal drivers on Sunday late morning. The drive will probably be through the afternoon, however, we can extend or possibly round up some action for that evening if your interested. Sunny | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 27 Registered: 9-2003 |
A quick history. I'm a new F-Chat member. Starting posting when I was looking for my new F-Car. (Some of you may have seen my "Anyone know Exotics4less" post or "360 vs. 550" post) F-Chat ended up saving me a lot of time and money thanks to great advice from all of you guys in the forums (You're a great bunch of enthusiasts!!). After a long and careful process.....I BOUGHT MY NEW F-Car!!!!! a 2003 F-1 Coupe, Red/Tan, Daytona Seats, Shields, front and rear Challenge Grilles, 3-Piece Factory Rims, WOW I'm so amped right now I can't even type. I was lucky enough to be at a F-Dealer at the right time and BINGO! I'm scheduled to take delivery on Sunday (Darn, not going to get to drive it to Crystal Cove on Saturday. I will be there checking the other cars out and thinking of mine!) Overall this post is for two things. 1) To thank everyone again for the sound advice and encouragement. 2) TO SHARE MY ANTICIPATION AND EXCITEMENT WITH FELLOW ENTHUSIASTS THAT I WILL HAVE MY NEW CAR ON SUNDAY!!! All we need now is a win in Japan and....and....and....holy cow, I don't known how much excitment I can take. Thanks everyone! now about those driving events |