The POOL ROOM

[BMK]

Hi guys,



Thought I would start a "Lounge" over here. The iconic lounge - The Pool Room.

We are familiar with The Castle and that great throw away line -

"...take it to the Pool Room"

So I thought I would start a new Thread, one that is a general talk lounge on no particular topic. If you follow the main clubcobra Lounge you will get the general flow.

So let's give it a go.

Bernie

[C0braed]

7 ball in top pocket

[sambo]

Where's the chalk?

[stiffy]

Body fluids leave nasty stains on the felt




STIFFY

[boxhead]

Jousting sticks - how much does he want for those.

[Aussie Mike]

$200! Tell him he's dreaming.

[boxhead]

You can smell the serenity

[ac andy]

If this is the spot to talk non Cobra related stuff, then here goes:

I have just started a limousine business here in Melbourne. We have black Chrysler 300C stretched limos and black sedans available for weddings, formals, deb balls, winery tours, parties etc.

Keep it mind,

Andy.

[boxhead]

Originally Posted by ac andy

If this is the spot to talk non Cobra related stuff, then here goes:

I have just started a limousine business here in Melbourne. We have black Chrysler 300C stretched limos and black sedans available for weddings, formals, deb balls, winery tours, parties etc.

Keep it mind,

Andy.

Good luck with the new business venture

[diverrick]

Originally Posted by ac andy

If this is the spot to talk non Cobra related stuff, then here goes:

I have just started a limousine business here in Melbourne. We have black Chrysler 300C stretched limos and black sedans available for weddings, formals, deb balls, winery tours, parties etc.

Keep it mind,

Andy.

Keep in mind not to allow too many people in it at the same time. Don't want to end up like the Limo in San Fran. that lit up on the bay bridge so fast the people could not even get out! That owner is in big trouble. Probably a fatal business blow for him.

[Rog246]

Marketing can sometimes be a very tricky thing to understand. So here's something that might help:

This will clear up any confusion ...
You're a woman and you see a handsome man at a party.
You go up to him and say, "I'm fantastic in bed."
That's Direct Marketing.

You're at a party with a bunch of friends and see a handsome man.
One of your friends goes up to him and pointing at you says, "She's fantastic in bed."
That's Advertising..

You see a handsome man at a party.
You go up to him and get his telephone number.
The next day you call and say, "Hi, I'm fantastic in bed."
That's Telemarketing.

You see a man at a party, you straighten your dress.
You walk up to him and pour him a drink.
You say, "May I," and reach up to straighten his tie, brushing your breast lightly against his arm...
And then say, "By the way, I'm fantastic in bed."
That's Public Relations.

You're at a party and see a handsome man.
He walks up to you and says, I hear you're fantastic in bed."
That's Brand Recognition.

You're at a party and see a handsome man.
He fancies you, but you talk him into going home with your friend.
That's a Sales Rep.

Your friend can't satisfy him so she calls you.
That's Tech Support.

You're on your way to a party when you realize that there could be handsome
men in all these houses you're passing. So you climb onto the roof of
one situated towards the centre and shout at the top of your lungs, "I'm fantastic in bed!"
That's Junk Mail.

I hope you all have a complete understanding of Marketing now.

Thank you.

[sambo]

Well the "luxury" car tax was increased from 25% to 33% last night (on the second attempt).

http://www.ausmotive.com/2008/09/24/...d-attempt.html

[Cameron Parsons]

I'd be interested in the perception of the recent Olympics as viewed by you, the contemporary Aussie audience. I lived through it and after being here so long, I have a view as seen through a filter of local understanding.

What did you think?

Cameron

[boxhead]

I didnt follow it that closley Cameron so I cant really give you a point of view from over here.
But in saying that I did obviously see some bits and pieces and was pleased with what I saw (did not have a preconcived vision in mind of what I expected)
Everything appeared well organised and well controlled.

[Aussie Mike]

There's not nearly enough engines and wheels in the olympics.

I've oten thought there needs to be a bit of an update of some of the events to go along with the sports that are currently popular. Along the lines of some of the X Games stuff. Sports like mountain bike downhill racing or rock climbing etc. I think a lot more people would be turning the telly on.

Cheers

[Rebel1]

Cameron, what was obvious to me was the apparent will of the Chinese to display to the world what they are really capable of in organizing and conducting a most challenging spectacle.

It was a super promotion conducted by a communist country in displaying that communism is quite different to some pre-conceived notions and that we should all visit the place.

I took particular notice during telecasts of the marathons and during the bike racing to view the surrounding countryside. I was quite taken by what I saw.

I was super impressed with the precision of opening and closing ceremonies. I enjoyed all of what I saw.

[Cameron Parsons]

Mike,

mountain biking is an Olympic sport, there was a large outdoor arena and indoor track. Unfortunately it's obviously not popular amongst the TV programmers who would prefer you watch rhythmic gymnastics and syncronised knitting.

Boxhead, controlled is a good word. Much of the local criticism was that the control took away the spontaneity and buzz during and after the events.

Rebel, sure there are no rickshaws anymore. It was nice to get some clear days during the games. Shutting all the industry around the city for a few months really helped.

Cameron

[Rebel1]

Cameron, are you saying they also closed down the red light districts?

[Tatsushige]

Well first trip to the Pool Room.


Introduction :

Perth born Aussie now living in Japan, been here 6 years and now looking at starting up a car manufacturing company at the moment trying to find the laws on it.

Problem :

Kit cars in Japan cannot be more then 125cc and cannot go faster than 60kph, so the only option here is to fully manufacture cars and have a manufacturing license.

Rebodied cars like the Mitsuoka’s are not classed as kit cars but as manufactured cars, they use Nissans, Mazdas as donors and just replace the body panels with their designed panels, they also have the DINGO UGLY custom made “OROCHI” which they class as a Supercar.

If you want to sell Cobras, Ferrari Replicas or Lamborghini Replicas then you need to have a Manufacturing License, you can NOT sell kits of the vehicles, either sell fully built or do not sell at all.


So the Plan :

Lamborghini 25th Anniversary Countach can be brought here for about $120K I am thinking of buying one stripping it and making a 100% accurate copy of it in Carbon Fiber. Using a custom made Aluminum Monocoque Chassis and custom suspension.

Going with a Toyota 5.0L V8 though a 62G transaxle 5-Speed H Pattern gearbox or maybe a 6-Speed Sequential Transaxle most likely from Quaife UK., all other parts will be sourced from Toyota. The cost of a completed car will be about $90,000 to $110,000 on the road and will be classed as a new vehicle.

BUT I am thinking if this idea falls on it arse because of the laws here, how hard would it be to set up back in OZ?

If in OZ I would be going the LS3 or LS7 and using Holden Parts but I can see the price of the cars will then be in the $150,000 mark after looking at the Holden Powered Elfin and the price of that little buzzbox.


What do you guys think? In OZ would it work or would it fall on its arse also?

[boxhead]

Originally Posted by Aussie Mike

There's not nearly enough engines and wheels in the olympics.

I've oten thought there needs to be a bit of an update of some of the events to go along with the sports that are currently popular. Along the lines of some of the X Games stuff. Sports like mountain bike downhill racing or rock climbing etc. I think a lot more people would be turning the telly on.

Cheers

We had a debate about what should and shouldnt be Olympic sports at work, My own opinion is that we already have too many sports that I feel should not be included as the Olympics has a deeper meaning (in my opinion) than to just have the latest and greatest sport involved.

I think they should drop all the equastrian stuff, are we supposed to be watching athletes or well trained horses?