Sad news

Lug · 12-09-2009, 03:48 PM

I know the feeling. We've bought 4 F150's, 1 Expoder, and 1 Ranger for our kids.

I need a whole bottle of Crown......'cept I can only afford Jim Beam.

....cries into jelly-jar glass of Jim beam

vipor · 12-09-2009, 03:50 PM

beam > crown

don't like my bourbon to be sweet. used to, but then (years ago) i got to the legal drinking age

i typically drink good ol' jack

phelan · 12-09-2009, 03:50 PM

well played sir.

Lug · 12-09-2009, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

beam > crown

don't like my bourbon to be sweet. used to, but then (years ago) i got to the legal drinking age

i typically drink good ol' jack

I was going for the cost difference but thanks for ruining the joke....hater.

vipor · 12-09-2009, 03:57 PM

i know you were, but that's what i'm here for

should've said something like Glen Livet vs Old Grandad or somethin lol

Lug · 12-09-2009, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipor

i know you were, but that's what i'm here for

should've said something like Glen Livet vs Old Grandad or somethin lol

Old Crow, there.

dad · 12-09-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Moonlitebiker

Thanks everybody. I actually was going to let him just take my car when I bought a new Z, but my car sucks. I remember being his age. I would have LOVED a vehicle like this. Besides, I couldn't ask for a better kid. He will definitely appreciate it and eventually know the sacrifice. That's not a bad lesson to teach a young man.

Here's a picture from the lot, before it got cleaned up.

Does it have a roll bar/cage?

Rnmovr12 · 12-09-2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Moonlitebiker

Thanks everybody. I actually was going to let him just take my car when I bought a new Z, but my car sucks. I remember being his age. I would have LOVED a vehicle like this. Besides, I couldn't ask for a better kid. He will definitely appreciate it and eventually know the sacrifice. That's not a bad lesson to teach a young man.

Here's a picture from the lot, before it got cleaned up.

i see that there is a lift on already and what looks like 33" tires a winch onboard air. anything done to the axles or do you know what kind it has? what brand and size of lift?

Rnmovr12 · 12-09-2009, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dad

Does it have a roll bar/cage?

all wranglers/CJs do

AK370Z · 12-09-2009, 06:20 PM

That's an awesome thing you did. If I had a kid, I'm sure I would've done the same. My kids happiness (and safety) > my hobby/dream car. I'm sure one day, this kid will surprise you with a car of your dream in your driveway!

BTW, soft top wranglers are one of my favorite 4x4 .

imag · 12-09-2009, 06:21 PM

Nice move. And at least you'll get to go jeeping this way

Just please make sure he understands center of gravity, and the fact that a lifted Jeep is a tradeoff - it can go off road, but does not corner fast. Nor do they do well at high speed on the highway. If he's racing someone, even someone in a crappy sedan, he needs to let the other guy win.

I know I was pretty crazy with my first vehicle, but certain points my dad made did stay in my head. You don't want him spending his life regretting the girls who died in the back seat because he was showing off.

Sorry about the downer - I'm not usually much for safety - but I think it's worth bringing up...

dad · 12-09-2009, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Rnmovr12

all wranglers/CJs do

Good!
Teenager that use to live behind us had a Jeep, no roll bar. He rolled it. He now rides a three wheel bicycle.

Gunzero · 12-09-2009, 06:41 PM

my parents got me a 370z and i'm 19.. 7 years ago we were living in the philippines living in the slums. i couldn't be any happier ;\ i'm sure ur son will be really thankful for what u've done.

Rnmovr12 · 12-09-2009, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dad

Good!
Teenager that use to live behind us had a Jeep, no roll bar. He rolled it. He now rides a three wheel bicycle.

that was stupid of them to take it out. the factory ones like on the jeep i have and that moonlitebiker bought, are good and very safe but lack an A pillar which is its only weak spot really. im about to put one in along with some other supports.

Rolled Jeep!!!

you can see how the windshield is mushed down that it doesnt have much support and in the third pic you can see where there is no A pillar. ive seen alot worse and the stock cage has allowed people to continue to walk away with relatively minor damage to the drivers/passengers. after seeing all that i have i gotta say i feel alot safer in my jeep than any other car in a roll over

Edit: BTW Moonliteboker, do not let your son or any mechanic no matter what they say remove the sway bars. you can disconnect them for offroad which is a really good thing but if he is driving on the road make sure they are connected. the only jeeps you can get away with not having a sway bar are the leaf sprung jeeps

cg370z · 12-09-2009, 06:49 PM

buy another Harley - I'm a HD engineer and need to keep my job

12-09-2009, 03:48 PM	#16 (permalink)
Lug A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,926 Drives: 2006 350Z Rep Power: 19	I know the feeling. We've bought 4 F150's, 1 Expoder, and 1 Ranger for our kids. I need a whole bottle of Crown......'cept I can only afford Jim Beam. ....cries into jelly-jar glass of Jim beam __________________ keep Chubbs in your pocket - Chubbs

12-09-2009, 03:50 PM	#17 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	beam > crown don't like my bourbon to be sweet. used to, but then (years ago) i got to the legal drinking age i typically drink good ol' jack __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

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phelan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Age: 38 Posts: 9,513 Drives: Scoobaroo Rep Power: 3406	well played sir. __________________ 凛 ('Rin') - 2009 Nissan 370Z With silence comes peace. With peace comes freedom. With freedom comes silence.

12-09-2009, 03:57 PM	#20 (permalink)
vipor A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Euless, TX [ DFW ] Age: 42 Posts: 13,531 Drives: Nismo 09-0183 QAB Rep Power: 49	i know you were, but that's what i'm here for should've said something like Glen Livet vs Old Grandad or somethin lol __________________ 2009 NISMO # 0193 \| QAB \| Albums! \| 05.04.10 (Dynojet) 291.94hp/248.28tq Oil Cooler (DIY) \| Custom Headlights \| GTSPEC Braces \| F.I. Long Tube Headers

12-09-2009, 06:20 PM	#25 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	That's an awesome thing you did. If I had a kid, I'm sure I would've done the same. My kids happiness (and safety) > my hobby/dream car. I'm sure one day, this kid will surprise you with a car of your dream in your driveway! BTW, soft top wranglers are one of my favorite 4x4 . __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

12-09-2009, 06:21 PM	#26 (permalink)
imag Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 446 Drives: up the wall Rep Power: 16	Nice move. And at least you'll get to go jeeping this way Just please make sure he understands center of gravity, and the fact that a lifted Jeep is a tradeoff - it can go off road, but does not corner fast. Nor do they do well at high speed on the highway. If he's racing someone, even someone in a crappy sedan, he needs to let the other guy win. I know I was pretty crazy with my first vehicle, but certain points my dad made did stay in my head. You don't want him spending his life regretting the girls who died in the back seat because he was showing off. Sorry about the downer - I'm not usually much for safety - but I think it's worth bringing up... __________________ Stillen CBE, Stillen track cooler, Stillen Gen3 Intakes, B&M short shift kit

12-09-2009, 06:41 PM	#28 (permalink)
Gunzero Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 889 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 259	my parents got me a 370z and i'm 19.. 7 years ago we were living in the philippines living in the slums. i couldn't be any happier ;\ i'm sure ur son will be really thankful for what u've done. __________________

12-09-2009, 06:49 PM	#30 (permalink)
cg370z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 99 Drives: 2010 370z Rep Power: 16	buy another Harley - I'm a HD engineer and need to keep my job

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