[EVENT] Japfest, Mondello [6th September 2009]

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[EVENT] Japfest, Mondello [6th September 2009]

Postby colm_mcm » Tue Aug 04, 2009 10:44 am

Traditionally FTO-Ireland has had a strong presence at the Sleek FX Custom and Performance show in Limerick, both in the show-and-shine and site battle (1/4 mile) sections. Given the increasing numbers of site members, especially in the Leinster area, it is now possible for us to consider having a strong number of FTOs at both Custom&Performance and Japest.

The format for Japfest is similar to that of Custom & Performance, there is show & shine, drag strip, drifting, trade stands etc. Where Japfest has a huge advantage is in the drag strip, this is on the straight on the Mondello track, so is a proper surface, it also means that the spectators can get much closer to the action.

For FTO drivers living in the Leinster area (all counties are welcome of course) this is on your doorstep, and is a garunteed good day out. The drag strip costs €75 to do, so is a little more expensive than Limerick (€50) but you're talking a completely different track.

The Show & Shine part of Japfest is being looked after by Modified Motors

mondello.ie wrote:Mondello Jap-Fest 2009 Set for September 6th

Mondello Park’s annual celebration of Japanese car culture, ‘Mondello Jap-Fest’, is being readied for its September date which will include the final rounds of the Prodrift Super Series and Irish Time-Attack championship.

The on-track activity at ’Mondello Jap-Fest’ sets it apart from any other Irish show and makes it one of the most important events of the year for modified car enthusiasts. This year the Drifters and Time-Attack competitors will fight it out to be the stars of the track with both preparing to put out their best line-up’s of the season. The Prodrift Super Series returns to Ireland for its second visit following a successful outing at Punchestown in May and the popular series will have its fifth and final round at Mondello with an impressive line-up of Irish, UK and European drift stars expected.

Time-Attack is enjoying its best season to date and with a number of exciting new cars being readied, and planning on making their debut at Mondello’s Jap-Fest, the championship could well be saving its best till last. As with 2008 a number of top quality UK entries are expected to boost the field still further and make Mondello Jap Fest 2009 the biggest Time-Attack event ever seen in Ireland. These new arrivals and UK entries, while fighting for honours on the day, will not get in the way of the championship battle which looks like going down to the wire once again.

While Time-Attack and Drifting will head the track action the show will also feature drag racing, ‘track day’ sessions, Irelands best Japanese cars, trade stands, Autotesting and a host of car clubs and web site stands. For the first time the show will also include classic machinery with owners of retro Japanese cars also being accommodated amongst the modern stars. A number of other attractions are also being arranged and details of these will be announced closer to the event.

Mondello Jap-Fest 2009 takes place on Sunday September 6th and tickets will shortly go on sale at advance booking discounted prices direct from the circuit. For further updates on the Mondello Jap-Fest line-up and booking information keep an eye on Mondellopark.ie/japfest


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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby CJ » Tue Aug 04, 2009 1:13 pm

Japfest should be a good day out, lets get a list started:

    Drag strip

    1.
    2.
    3.

    Show and Shine

    1.
    2.
    3.

    Attending only:

    1. CJ (will put car into show and shine to make up numbers if required).
    2.
    3.

Show and Shine is being managed by Modified Motors, entries need to go thru them directly. I suggest we get a handful of cars together and submit in one go to ease the overhead. This is good opportunity to advertise FTO-Ireland to the masses - don't be shy!

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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Sebastian » Tue Aug 04, 2009 11:15 pm

It will be tight (holls booked already)but i'll try to make it to have a look

Drag strip
1.
2.
3.

Show and Shine
1.
2.
3.

Attending only:
1. CJ (will put car into show and shine to make up numbers if required).
2. Seb
3.
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby colm_mcm » Tue Aug 04, 2009 11:20 pm

Drag strip
1. Colm (provisionally)
2.
3.

Show and Shine
1.
2.
3.

Attending only:
1. CJ (will put car into show and shine to make up numbers if required).
2. Seb
3.
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Dave » Wed Aug 05, 2009 9:07 am

Can't make this one unfortunately, I'm only sailing home from France on the 5th!! :(

Would have much preferred to try the drag strip at this than in Limerick.... :evil:
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby johntony » Wed Aug 05, 2009 11:24 am

feck it would have done the drag its only out the road for me but i have my electric picnic ticket bought
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Johnk » Fri Aug 07, 2009 3:25 pm

Drag strip
1. Colm (provisionally)
2.
3.

Show and Shine
1.Johnk(will know for sure next week)
2.Elaine(as above)
3.

Attending only:
1. CJ (will put car into show and shine to make up numbers if required).
2. Seb
3.
I think we might need you in the show and shine CJ not much interest by the looks of it, Come on Guys and Girls
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby gfalls » Fri Aug 07, 2009 7:24 pm

Show and Shine
1.Johnk(will know for sure next week)
2.Elaine(as above)
3. gfalls (gotta keep the Carlow contingency up..!)
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby CJ » Fri Aug 07, 2009 8:53 pm

Guys, signify your interest by early next week, we'll need to start booking soon.

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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Johnk » Fri Aug 07, 2009 11:56 pm

gfalls wrote:Show and Shine
1.Johnk(will know for sure next week)
2.Elaine(as above)
3. gfalls (gotta keep the Carlow contingency up..!)

Up Carlow come on there is only 3 of us in carlow some other PLEASE
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby gfalls » Sat Aug 08, 2009 6:07 am

:whs
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby colm_mcm » Mon Aug 10, 2009 11:35 am

Changing my entry

As per CJ, We need to book this ASAP so get yeer names down!


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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Johnk » Mon Aug 10, 2009 6:49 pm

Is that all we are going to get come on people :smt090
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Aido C » Mon Aug 10, 2009 8:02 pm

I should be able to make this one. Sounds like a great day out.

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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Johnk » Mon Aug 10, 2009 10:37 pm

Fair play Aido anyone else
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby crayzidane » Mon Aug 10, 2009 10:54 pm

If i haven't sold her il deffo be there

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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Sebastian » Mon Aug 10, 2009 11:24 pm

Does anyone know how long we must stay in that S&S area ?

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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby colm_mcm » Tue Aug 11, 2009 10:44 am

I've emailed Modified Motors about times, cost etc. Will post their reply when I get it.
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Uncle B » Tue Aug 11, 2009 11:55 am

I'd like to attend but the car isn't up to show and shine standard....yet
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Bernard » Tue Aug 11, 2009 3:13 pm

Uncle B wrote:I'd like to attend but the car isn't up to show and shine standard....yet


I wouldn't worry about it, it's just an excuse for a meet and to raise awareness about the club.
Some of the cars at these shows would put us all to shame anyway, come along for the craic anyway :wink:
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby d_dan » Fri Aug 14, 2009 12:47 am

Sebastian wrote:Does anyone know how long we must stay in that S&S area ?

from before they start to use the track till after its done.

So about 8am-5:30
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Baldrick » Fri Aug 14, 2009 1:50 am

I'm up for attending. Seriously not sure about 'show and shine'. Love my motor and am proud of it, but don't know whether it would be up to the required standard.

I'm kinda new to all this... A lot of you would know my car from meets, Heatwave etc. Any advice appreciated.
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby Bernard » Fri Aug 14, 2009 1:52 am

Baldrick wrote:Any advice appreciated.


Give it a wash, you'll be grand :wink:
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby colm_mcm » Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:15 am

Don't worry about the condition, the sight of that many FTOs will be impressive enough.
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Re: Japfest 2009 interest?

Postby TopCat » Sun Aug 16, 2009 11:21 pm

With the poor numbers we seem to be getting for Limerick, I think I'm gonna put my name down for this instead if its still possible?

Anyone else interested in the 1/4mile? Go on, you know you want to... :wink:
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