MikeD to NALM '08 - Let's do it again!

*stevieray* · 11-13-07, 12:02 PM

Guys, this is a topic that Lee (sleeprlegendcp) and I have talked about for sometime and I think now is the time to go public. As many of you know, for years MikeD from Germany was/is one of our most respected & beloved members. Despite somewhat of a language barrier, Mike was an invaluable resource and friend to many of us. In '04, a group of us wanted to attend NOPI in the ATL and it was decided to start the MDAT (Mike Dichte America Trip) fund to help get him over here for that event. Graeme (LegendGS) administered the PayPal account, numerous Forum members pitched in and we collected a significant sum. Another member (Jetdoc?) had access to reduced fare flights and we were able to get Mike & KevinKA7 over here. The details can be found in a NOPI '04 thread but needless to say, that event was a milestone in this Forum's history and a weekend that will never be forgotten by all that attended.

Sad to say, a short time after NOPI, there was some miscommunication/misunderstandings between Mike and some former/current members and we all went our separate ways. I think I speak for a lot of Forum members when I say that of everyone that has left, MikeD has been missed the most. However, I have spoken to Mike from time to time and I believe the time is right for us as a group to welcome one of our brethren back into the fold and bring him to NALM '08 in Chattanooga the same way we got him here in ’04.

What say you, brothers?

EDIT: Since there is OVERWHELMING support for this idea, check my sig for the PayPal link that Dave has set up:

GreekPower · 11-13-07, 12:49 PM

I say do it, hell I would even pitch in a little, even tho I won't be there. But because he has all of those diys and info for our legends. If he brings them ill pitch in more

*sam o nela* · 11-13-07, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekPower

I say do it, hell I would even pitch in a little, even tho I won't be there. But because he has all of those diys and info for our legends. If he brings them ill pitch in more

x 1234567890!!

Do it! And just like Greek, I'll pitch in even if I wont be there! Mike's such a great guy!

Plus he was the first person on this board to actually learn and refer to me by my real name!!

Some of my best friends don't even know my real name!

MDAT v2.0 ftw!

Alperovich · 11-13-07, 01:05 PM

MDAT v2.0 FTMFW!

***LegendGS*** · 11-13-07, 01:21 PM

Let's do it. I don't have the time to manage the money this time around though.

PS. Let's get it right, now. It was the MDAT (Mike Dichte America Trip) Fund.

*stevieray* · 11-13-07, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by LegendGS

Let's do it. I don't have the time to manage the money this time around though.

PS. Let's get it right, now. It was the MDAT (Mike Dichte America Trip) Fund.

My bad, Graeme.

So noted and edited. One of us will handle that end of it. Was it Jetdoc that got the reduced fare ticket?

***LegendGS*** · 11-13-07, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by stevieray

My bad, Graeme.

So noted and edited. One of us will handle that end of it. Was it Jetdoc that got the reduced fare ticket?

No, it was joeman who got the ticket. There was also an offer made by Chuck (ArizonaLegend).

FF Drifter · 11-13-07, 01:44 PM

What'd MikeD say? =p

Alperovich · 11-13-07, 01:51 PM

maybe ty can hook up a ticket

edit: old man swollen posted it first

*stevieray* · 11-13-07, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by LegendGS

No, it was joeman who got the ticket. There was also an offer made by Chuck (ArizonaLegend).

Hmmm. Haven't seen joeman in a while. Wonder if Tyson can step into that role?

Quote:

Originally Posted by FF Drifter

What'd MikeD say? =p

He's supposed to check in tonight.

*stevieray* · 11-13-07, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alperovich

maybe ty can hook up a ticket

edit: old man swollen posted it first

Alex, you did beat me to it. I deleted that last post.

Jerzeyboi85 · 11-13-07, 01:56 PM

I'll pitch in. Let me know when it all gets started. I know I would like the same if I was out of country and wanted to come to NALM. Now not only should we do this, and help him out, but we should make sure NALM is one hell of a meet. Not 15 Legends, I mean 50-100 Legends. I think every able bodied person should so up to this.

antik · 11-13-07, 01:56 PM

NALM just keeps getting better and better... I think I could contribute a pittance...

Searchin4acoupe · 11-13-07, 02:54 PM

Great move Steve & Lee! I was just re-reading the NOPI MDAT thread late last week. He's a valued member and I'm glad He's started to come here more and more lately.

GrtOutdoorsAZ · 11-13-07, 03:10 PM

ya ich bin down with the Mike funds...I just gotta get my ass to NALM '08 as well!

11-13-07, 12:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
stevieray Swollen Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 7,356 Car 1: '95 LS Coupe Car 2: '91 LS Coupe Car 3: '89 Prelude Si iTrader: (12)	MikeD to NALM '08 - Let's do it again! Guys, this is a topic that Lee (sleeprlegendcp) and I have talked about for sometime and I think now is the time to go public. As many of you know, for years MikeD from Germany was/is one of our most respected & beloved members. Despite somewhat of a language barrier, Mike was an invaluable resource and friend to many of us. In '04, a group of us wanted to attend NOPI in the ATL and it was decided to start the MDAT (Mike Dichte America Trip) fund to help get him over here for that event. Graeme (LegendGS) administered the PayPal account, numerous Forum members pitched in and we collected a significant sum. Another member (Jetdoc?) had access to reduced fare flights and we were able to get Mike & KevinKA7 over here. The details can be found in a NOPI '04 thread but needless to say, that event was a milestone in this Forum's history and a weekend that will never be forgotten by all that attended. Sad to say, a short time after NOPI, there was some miscommunication/misunderstandings between Mike and some former/current members and we all went our separate ways. I think I speak for a lot of Forum members when I say that of everyone that has left, MikeD has been missed the most. However, I have spoken to Mike from time to time and I believe the time is right for us as a group to welcome one of our brethren back into the fold and bring him to NALM '08 in Chattanooga the same way we got him here in ’04. What say you, brothers? EDIT: Since there is OVERWHELMING support for this idea, check my sig for the PayPal link that Dave has set up: __________________ *"King of Kleen"* "Know this. Being able to purchase a Legend and being able to afford a Legend are two separate things. Realize nothing post-purchase is cheap." - LegendGS Last edited by stevieray : 11-14-07 at 12:04 AM. Reason: Old forgetful dumbass

11-13-07, 01:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
Alperovich I'm the Stig! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Highland park, il Posts: 13,348 Car 1: 93 Coupe LS 6SPD [reborn] Car 2: 99 2.3CL 5spd Car 3: 82 XJ550R iTrader: (19)	MDAT v2.0 FTMFW! __________________ ~Alex A legend Reborn v.Hello Track days... Visit my Website!! Last edited by Alperovich : 11-13-07 at 01:35 PM.

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11-13-07, 12:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
GreekPower Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pittsburgh,PA Posts: 10,458 Car 1: 1992 Acura L"S" Sedan Car 2: 1991 3/S Turbo's 2x Car 3: 2005 Grand Prix iTrader: (13)	I say do it, hell I would even pitch in a little, even tho I won't be there. But because he has all of those diys and info for our legends. If he brings them ill pitch in more

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Jerzeyboi85 Legend in the Making Join Date: May 2007 Location: Lebanon Posts: 957 Car 1: Acura Legend 2.7 L 2dr \|\| Engine: C27A1 \|\| Chassis: KA3 iTrader: (0)	I'll pitch in. Let me know when it all gets started. I know I would like the same if I was out of country and wanted to come to NALM. Now not only should we do this, and help him out, but we should make sure NALM is one hell of a meet. Not 15 Legends, I mean 50-100 Legends. I think every able bodied person should so up to this. __________________ The Tri-State Meet was friggin' awesome [2007 Annual Tri-State Meet Photos] [Offical Redline Soldiers Membership Thread] [Official RedLine Soldiers Forum]

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11-13-07, 02:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
Searchin4acoupe America - Fuck Yea! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: St. Louis Posts: 2,727 Car 1: '95 Blk/Tan LS 77k -”OEM-ified”- Car 2: '00 Odyssey - 135k Car 3: '92 Accord - 334k iTrader: (0)	Great move Steve & Lee! I was just re-reading the NOPI MDAT thread late last week. He's a valued member and I'm glad He's started to come here more and more lately. __________________ "Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the the universe."

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GrtOutdoorsAZ Well Wisher Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 2,212 Car 1: '94 GS sedan 6MT Car 2: '91 L sedan 4AT iTrader: (14)	ya ich bin down with the Mike funds...I just gotta get my ass to NALM '08 as well! __________________ '94 GS 6MT Exterior: JDM headlights & rain visors <> paint job <> retro '91-'93 OEM fogs & bumper <> 17" Konigs Performance: tuned Apexi SAFCII <> Sr5Guy chipped ECU <> Blackend engine damper <> MLS strut bar <> sr79labrat pulleys <> OBX headers <> Custom Y-pipe, Magnaflow Cat & Resonator, Stromung B-pipe & Muffler (All 2.5") <> TB Bypass <> RJ CAI w/ AEM bypass valve <> cross drilled/slotted rotors <> RJ short shifter <> ground wires Interior: Kenwood DDX6019 w/ NAV & Ipod, 2-tone leather

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