DAT Inter Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 ***Please note this has been cleared by tDR*** Hi there everyone. For those who dont know me or didnt get to read my last post before it got deleted my name is Fraser Gordon and i have just launched a new online community called DAT International which just now is primarily UK based for the moment and is a completely free multi marque fourm. DAT International was started by myself, Fraser Gordon, along with Iain Carmichael. We aim to bring together the best examples of automotive tuning from around the world to one place where we can all share our passion and our hobby together. DAT stands for Distinct Automotive Tuning, as that is our aim, to find the best and most distinct automobiles out there. From a tuned Toyota Supra or Honda Civic, to a Porsche Gt3 or Dodge Charger, all are welcome here. We hope to be able to bring together all the different areas of the online communities to one place, where we can learn from one another and share our experiences together. I am trying to organise our first ever meet which is to be hosted in Central Scotland, Glasgow. The meet will be held on Thursday the 4th September, 7.30pm at Xscape Glasgow. The meeting is to be held in conjunction with: HondaTech SXOC Driftworks UK MKIVS.net Toyota Owners Club MkIV Supra Forum (you guys) SkylineOwners.com Scottish Volkswagen Audi Group MLR (TBC) Ferrari Owners Club (TBC) PorschaOwners, i did invite but apparently they are too good for all that... I would love it if some members of this forum could come along and join us there and support our first meet. Our site is located here: DAT International If the admins from here would like us to host a section on our forum for here we would love to run a banner etc for you guys. Just let me know on that one and i can add you to the Japanese marque section. Please note i do not run this forum to make money, so far quite the opposite. The forum is completely free. Hope to hear from you soon. Kind regards, Fraser Gordon DAT International Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tDR Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Who's up for it then? I should be able to make this - perhaps we could even combine it with a wee ski / snowboarding session for those of us that like that kinda thing Cheers, Brian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted August 11, 2008 Author Share Posted August 11, 2008 There will also be grub etc on the night. Maybe some mini golf. lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcAB10 Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 glad to see you back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 i think i can make it although i have a weekend in Belfast starting early on friday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I may hop along, with or without the sup - never know it may be finished, but then pigs may fly:rolleyes: - is this just a cruise site, i.e. no agenda or business? What differentiates this from Strathycruise and the like? I'm all for new local knowledge and such but not being awkward, just can't be ar$$d with another "Where can I buy 15Bhp induction kits for my 1.2Corsa" site;) Who is DAT and what do they do? Styling/Tuning? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted August 11, 2008 Author Share Posted August 11, 2008 (edited) Hi there. I started DAT up with the aim of it hopefully becoming an international forum. Im not wanting to sound like a posh twat but we do not want 1.2 corsa etc on there. The aim with the site is to bring together the best of the online community has to offer and try to bring the different forums that are online closer together so as we can see more multi marque meets with not just Japanese cars, but European cars and American cars alike. It is not a "cruise" site. We aim to publish an online magazine, product reviews, technical theory and fittng guides for all makes of car. I also have a few meeting arranged with Porsche UK, and Audi UK as well so as to create a manufacturer section where they can post news, event and new models etc. Edited August 11, 2008 by DAT Inter Edited for not being a cruise site. (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Who's up for it then? I should be able to make this - perhaps we could even combine it with a wee ski / snowboarding session for those of us that like that kinda thing Cheers, Brian. Ohhhh yeah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 1, 2008 Author Share Posted September 1, 2008 Looking forward to seeing you guys there. The meet is on this Thursday and there will be photographers floating around with their DSLR's inc myself to document the meet and to get pictures to the magazines as well. Thanks for your support guys. Fraser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldo87 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 ill defo be there, should be a lot of fun:d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sunnyG83 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 I am going to be attending also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcAB10 Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 I'm looking good for going too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris2o2 Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 So i'll be the only tit that cant make this , i hate my job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluecoup Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 so some one whos dumped 5k into a civic is welcome but a corsa or astra vxr is out you expect Ferrari Owners Club to post along with Driftworks,UK MKIVS.net, Toyota Owners Club, and Scottish Volkswagen Audi Group so a suped up lupos will be ok good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 so some one whos dumped 5k into a civic is welcome but a corsa or astra vxr is out you expect Ferrari Owners Club to post along with Driftworks,UK MKIVS.net, Toyota Owners Club, and Scottish Volkswagen Audi Group so a suped up lupos will be ok good luck Lol, those were my sentiments, but then its an excuse for a meet, heres hoping some decent cars turn up From a tuned Toyota Supra or Honda Civic Their not in the same league Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 I know they aint in the same league, i think everyone knows that, Im just trying to get together different parts of the community and find the best examples out there. Everyone is welcome to the meet, i never said corsas or the like were out, im just trying hopefuly to keep it ned/chav free with just people who are into their cars , no matter what they are to join in. That sound fair enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 Yes it does;) What has actually been done to that civic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 It started off lfe as a 1.3 marlin carb engine. Now it sports a nicely tuned B16b out of the EK9, running 185bhp from a 1.6. Silly thing keeps up ih my 330 sport up to 80. Very quick. You coming tomorrow bolar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 Yes but not to show off my blingy parts-as they dont fit! I have quite a few mates who will undoubtedly be going, I'll have a peak Hopefully my car will be there next meet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 Awesome. We are going to organise a few things for the next few months and next summer. Rolling Road Day, Paintball / Airsoft Day, Gumball style trip from here to Tuscany then a few days or so there an then back nxt summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 4, 2008 Author Share Posted September 4, 2008 Hey. Just to let you guys know, a few of us are meeting at 7pm leaving at 7.20pm at Drivers at Charing Cross. Hope to see you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECK Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 am on the way rite noo;) see ya all there alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 5, 2008 Author Share Posted September 5, 2008 Big thanks are due to those of Supra owners club that turned up for this. Your support is much appreciated and contributed towards a brilliant night. In all we had 100+ cars there and only one or two chav charriots. We hope to see you guys at one of our next meets or events. Have pics to follow. Fraser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAT Inter Posted September 5, 2008 Author Share Posted September 5, 2008 Hi there guys and gals. Here are the pics from our first meet. Enjoy ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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