coming to America

dude · 07-13-2006, 05:34 AM

hi guys,

for my birhday my gf has booked us a holiday to florida in september, any recomendations ? any you guys live there and decent roadster stores so i can pick up some bits i cant get over here... wonder if a BRS wide body will fit in my hand luggage?

Dude

Miata2nv · 07-13-2006, 06:59 AM

I know phatmiata lives in florida. He could help you out.

Fritch · 07-13-2006, 08:41 AM

where in FL are you going?

freedomgli · 07-13-2006, 09:37 AM

Classic! Anyone every play the drinking game where you have to take a drink everytime the name "Semmi" is mentioned? Whatever you do when you get here, just remember to Let your Soul Glo.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince Akeem

No journey is too great, when one finds what he seeks.

dude · 07-13-2006, 09:40 AM

hotel is in orlando for dinsey land which isnt really my cup of tea so i plan on renting a car and blasting around

timallen · 07-13-2006, 09:47 AM

Hey dude,

I'm about 45 minutes west of Orlando.

Perhaps we could meet up and I could drive you around in my car?

Phatmiata (Randy) is nearby too. Perhaps we could all go for a beer?

Keep me updated on PM as top when you're coming, etc.

Fuji Racing (IRTBs) is also nearby in Clermont. It's about 25-30 minutes outside of Orlando.

Fritch · 07-13-2006, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dude @ Thu Jul 13, 2006 10:40 am

hotel is in orlando for dinsey land which isnt really my cup of tea so i plan on renting a car and blasting around

ahem, its Disney World :wink: and its really not as bad as you might think.

There are tons of things to do in Orlando, its pretty much a town built up as a giant tourist trap and a damn good one at that haha

dude · 07-13-2006, 12:24 PM

that'd be awesome timallen!! hmm throttle bodies mmm they will fit in my hand bag....

fwdtamiya · 07-13-2006, 03:39 PM

grinerizer lives there as well

ultimateforce · 07-13-2006, 05:29 PM

Everyone forgets I live in Orlando.

dude · 07-13-2006, 05:44 PM

awww

fwdtamiya · 07-13-2006, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ultimateforce @ Thu Jul 13, 2006 3:29 pm

Everyone forgets I live in Orlando.

I don't think anyone forgot you

grinerizer · 07-13-2006, 07:07 PM

hahahahha, everyone hates pluto.

and yes, I live around here, well, I live smack dab in the middle of orlando. Let me know when it's getting close to time, I'll give you my number, and we can make some plans. I've offhandedly formed a miata brigade, with some guys who aren't on here. You get your choice of boosted beauties. Keep me updated

ultimateforce · 07-13-2006, 07:25 PM

You guys' insolence is disappointing.

***Edited for bad language.

timallen · 07-13-2006, 07:35 PM

C'mon guys...lay off ultimateforce.

Phatmiata · 07-13-2006, 07:37 PM

I live right off exit 10 on I-4, about 30-45 mins Southwest of Orlando, but yeah, i could co for a run to Fuji Racing, let Tim or Myself know the dates you will be available, and maybe we can get the local Tampa Bay Miata Club to visit Fuji Racing, then you could see a bunch of Miatas!! (^_^)

timallen · 07-13-2006, 08:47 PM

And the Orlando club too, Randy!

grinerizer · 07-13-2006, 09:43 PM

noone cares about us middle staters...

and ultimate, you know I heart you.

ultimateforce · 07-13-2006, 10:27 PM

Orlando Roadster is kinda floudering, but the new site layout will be up this weekend and I am going to start pushing it again.

Phatmiata · 07-15-2006, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by timallen @ Thu Jul 13, 2006 8:47 pm

And the Orlando club too, Randy!

(poke in the belly) what Orlando Club?

I've tryed to meet them half way in Lakeland at the Hooters, we had 12 cars, they had ........... one #-o

Im hopeing Ultimateforce can rally up a NEW club of Miatas in that area though. :shock:

PhatMiata

ultimateforce · 07-15-2006, 07:26 PM

The new forum details are going up this weekend. I was caught up in summer finals. But now that's out of the way...

grinerizer · 07-15-2006, 09:57 PM

the rallying is underway. The site, is in the works. Fear not, the day will soon come.

Fritch · 07-16-2006, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grinerizer @ Thu Jul 13, 2006 10:43 pm

noone cares about us middle staters...

you mean people actually live in the middle of FL? I had no idea! :shock:

dude · 09-07-2006, 05:53 AM

ok guys, 2 and a bit weeks till i am in Florida,

i have already purchased week passes for Busch Gardens, sea world or whatever its called, universal studios...anything else i should do?

whats the weather like atm? should i pack shorts etc

i have about $1900 for spending money, do you think i will need anymore? never been to USA before.. i have to pay for all my food etc.. also where should i eat!?!

my gf has already banned me from going to Fuji racing to buy throttle bodies

anywhere we should avoid, i dont want to be shot he he

timallen · 09-07-2006, 09:26 AM

Hey Dude!

The weather is high of 90, low of 74, with a 50% chance of rain....every day until the middle of October. That's Florida weather for you.

Anyway, sounds like you have some good plans. There are quite a bit of things to do in Orlando while you are there. The Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum is kinda neat. The entire building is made to look UPSIDE DOWN and crooked! You can't miss it! It's on International Drive, the main street in the Orlando tourist area.

Are you planning on going to Disney World or any of their parks?

Before you leave, let us know so those of us in central Florida can give you our phone numbers and meet up with you one day while you're here! We'll have a Roadster Caravan just to welcome you to the US!

phinz · 09-07-2006, 09:26 AM

Eat where the locals eat. Avoid national chains like Applebee's, Chilis, TGI Fridays, et cetera, though they will be new to you. You might have to ask around, but oftentimes the concierge or the front desk people can tell you the best places to eat that aren't touristy. Get away from International Drive and The World to get more local fare. There are several Orlando denizens on here, so hopefully you'll get some good suggestions.

Of course, if you want to eat like a typical American, go to the most convenient place with a drivethru window. Make sure you order the greasiest, highest-fat items and wash it all down with a 128 ounce Diet Coke.

Remember: Portions in the States are typically larger than portions in a lot of European or UK restaurants. I've had several Euro friends who said they would wind up ordering one entree and splitting it because the portions were so big.

dude · 09-07-2006, 10:02 AM

lol phinz, i am going to go to mcdonalds to try a american supersize just because i want to see how giant is, i also heard the portions are big.. i have a big appetite luckily haha

*pats his beer belly*

Phatmiata · 09-07-2006, 10:07 AM

Busch Gardens is not too far from where the Tampa Bay Miata Club meets up, maybe 30 minutes or less.

Our local Miata Club meets up every Wednesday Night from 4:30 ish til' 9 or 10ish. Depends on the turnout.

Just let us know once you come in for a visit so we can get you directions, or have someone fly solo to meet you and bring you to the meeting spot (Currently a nice resturant on the river, food, live band, and a row of Miatas!)

PhatMiata

phinz · 09-07-2006, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dude @ Thu Sep 07, 2006 10:02 am

lol phinz, i am going to go to mcdonalds to try a american supersize just because i want to see how giant is, i also heard the portions are big.. i have a big appetite luckily haha

*pats his beer belly*

Definitely, just for the true American fast food experience. Or Wendy's for a Triple. The Burger King Double Whopper is huge too. You could also go to Sonic and get a Supersonic Cheeseburger and chili-cheese tots. Mmmmmmmmm... Sonic is a drive-in. You order by pushing the button and they bring your food to you. Kinda like American Graffiti without the cool cars. Very kitschy American.

The Arby's Big Montana is ludicrous. It's a 1/2 pound of roast beef on a bun. Gut bomb from hell.

Americans are big on fusion food when it comes to fine dining. Different types of food styles and techniques used to create new flavors. If you can find a good Southwestern restaurant I would recommend it too.

The Orlando people should be able to recommend good BBQ.

retrorocket · 09-07-2006, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dude @ Thu Sep 07, 2006 10:53 am

ok guys, 2 and a bit weeks till i am in Florida,

i have already purchased week passes for Busch Gardens, sea world or whatever its called, universal studios...anything else i should do?

whats the weather like atm? should i pack shorts etc

i have about $1900 for spending money, do you think i will need anymore? never been to USA before.. i have to pay for all my food etc.. also where should i eat!?!

my gf has already banned me from going to Fuji racing to buy throttle bodies

anywhere we should avoid, i dont want to be shot he he

damn I'm so jealous

if you do visit fuji racing you can maybe pick up my throttle body kit for me if I decide to go with them !!?

one day I will pay a visit and have a beer with Randy-san and Tim

07-13-2006, 05:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
dude Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: was London, Now Sydney, Oz Posts: 415	coming to America hi guys, for my birhday my gf has booked us a holiday to florida in september, any recomendations ? any you guys live there and decent roadster stores so i can pick up some bits i cant get over here... wonder if a BRS wide body will fit in my hand luggage? Dude
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07-13-2006, 06:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
Miata2nv Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 172	I know phatmiata lives in florida. He could help you out.
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07-13-2006, 08:41 AM	#3 (permalink)
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07-13-2006, 09:40 AM	#5 (permalink)
dude Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: was London, Now Sydney, Oz Posts: 415	hotel is in orlando for dinsey land which isnt really my cup of tea so i plan on renting a car and blasting around
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07-13-2006, 09:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
timallen Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL USA Posts: 4,623	Re: coming to America Hey dude, I'm about 45 minutes west of Orlando. Perhaps we could meet up and I could drive you around in my car? Phatmiata (Randy) is nearby too. Perhaps we could all go for a beer? Keep me updated on PM as top when you're coming, etc. Fuji Racing (IRTBs) is also nearby in Clermont. It's about 25-30 minutes outside of Orlando.
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dude Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: was London, Now Sydney, Oz Posts: 415	that'd be awesome timallen!! hmm throttle bodies mmm they will fit in my hand bag....
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07-13-2006, 07:07 PM	#13 (permalink)
grinerizer Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orlando Posts: 100	hahahahha, everyone hates pluto. and yes, I live around here, well, I live smack dab in the middle of orlando. Let me know when it's getting close to time, I'll give you my number, and we can make some plans. I've offhandedly formed a miata brigade, with some guys who aren't on here. You get your choice of boosted beauties. Keep me updated
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ultimateforce BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 5,098	You guys' insolence is disappointing. ***Edited for bad language.
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timallen Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL USA Posts: 4,623	Re: coming to America C'mon guys...lay off ultimateforce.
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Phatmiata Rare Parts Hoarder Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 8,938	I live right off exit 10 on I-4, about 30-45 mins Southwest of Orlando, but yeah, i could co for a run to Fuji Racing, let Tim or Myself know the dates you will be available, and maybe we can get the local Tampa Bay Miata Club to visit Fuji Racing, then you could see a bunch of Miatas!! (^_^)
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07-13-2006, 08:47 PM	#17 (permalink)
timallen Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL USA Posts: 4,623	Re: coming to America And the Orlando club too, Randy!
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07-13-2006, 09:43 PM	#18 (permalink)
grinerizer Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orlando Posts: 100	noone cares about us middle staters... and ultimate, you know I heart you.
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ultimateforce BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 5,098	Orlando Roadster is kinda floudering, but the new site layout will be up this weekend and I am going to start pushing it again.
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07-15-2006, 09:57 PM	#22 (permalink)
grinerizer Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orlando Posts: 100	the rallying is underway. The site, is in the works. Fear not, the day will soon come.
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09-07-2006, 05:53 AM	#24 (permalink)
dude Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: was London, Now Sydney, Oz Posts: 415	Re: coming to America ok guys, 2 and a bit weeks till i am in Florida, i have already purchased week passes for Busch Gardens, sea world or whatever its called, universal studios...anything else i should do? whats the weather like atm? should i pack shorts etc i have about $1900 for spending money, do you think i will need anymore? never been to USA before.. i have to pay for all my food etc.. also where should i eat!?! my gf has already banned me from going to Fuji racing to buy throttle bodies anywhere we should avoid, i dont want to be shot he he
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09-07-2006, 09:26 AM	#25 (permalink)
timallen Administrator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL USA Posts: 4,623	Re: coming to America Hey Dude! The weather is high of 90, low of 74, with a 50% chance of rain....every day until the middle of October. That's Florida weather for you. Anyway, sounds like you have some good plans. There are quite a bit of things to do in Orlando while you are there. The Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum is kinda neat. The entire building is made to look UPSIDE DOWN and crooked! You can't miss it! It's on International Drive, the main street in the Orlando tourist area. Are you planning on going to Disney World or any of their parks? Before you leave, let us know so those of us in central Florida can give you our phone numbers and meet up with you one day while you're here! We'll have a Roadster Caravan just to welcome you to the US!
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09-07-2006, 09:26 AM	#26 (permalink)
phinz Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Somewhere between the Port of Indecision and Margaritaville, Southeast of Disorder Posts: 1,016	Eat where the locals eat. Avoid national chains like Applebee's, Chilis, TGI Fridays, et cetera, though they will be new to you. You might have to ask around, but oftentimes the concierge or the front desk people can tell you the best places to eat that aren't touristy. Get away from International Drive and The World to get more local fare. There are several Orlando denizens on here, so hopefully you'll get some good suggestions. Of course, if you want to eat like a typical American, go to the most convenient place with a drivethru window. Make sure you order the greasiest, highest-fat items and wash it all down with a 128 ounce Diet Coke. Remember: Portions in the States are typically larger than portions in a lot of European or UK restaurants. I've had several Euro friends who said they would wind up ordering one entree and splitting it because the portions were so big.

09-07-2006, 10:02 AM	#27 (permalink)
dude Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: was London, Now Sydney, Oz Posts: 415	lol phinz, i am going to go to mcdonalds to try a american supersize just because i want to see how giant is, i also heard the portions are big.. i have a big appetite luckily haha pats his beer belly
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09-07-2006, 10:07 AM	#28 (permalink)
Phatmiata Rare Parts Hoarder Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 8,938	Busch Gardens is not too far from where the Tampa Bay Miata Club meets up, maybe 30 minutes or less. Our local Miata Club meets up every Wednesday Night from 4:30 ish til' 9 or 10ish. Depends on the turnout. Just let us know once you come in for a visit so we can get you directions, or have someone fly solo to meet you and bring you to the meeting spot (Currently a nice resturant on the river, food, live band, and a row of Miatas!) PhatMiata
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