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Bumpkin203 · 02-20-2013, 06:22 PM

I wish I had orders to Misawa, Shaw sucks lol. Might be putting in for Korea next year so I can hopefully get a follow on to Japan.

sblack13 · 02-21-2013, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by T chop

At the bases with all the American chain stores, can non-military people shop in them?

No, you must hold an ID card.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 02-21-2013, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bumpkin203

I wish I had orders to Misawa, Shaw sucks lol. Might be putting in for Korea next year so I can hopefully get a follow on to Japan.

Why in Gods Name would you wanna wish that? There's 3 other base in Japan that's better than Misawa.

Biggamehit · 02-26-2013, 05:29 PM

Misawa

Pros
1. Track 30 mins away from base
2. Away from big cities less traffic ( you can go to cities)
3. Mainland
4. Relaxed car laws base doesn't care or bother

Cons
1.Snow
2.Snow.
3.Ken Blocks
5.Poor work flow and management
4.Away from big city tuning shops and ready to buy parts
5.Must order nearly everything.

I will be moving down south for competition ease.. but Im glad I didnt get Yokota or Kadena when I was military. But we all have our own opinions.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 02-27-2013, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Biggamehit

Misawa

Pros
1. Track 30 mins away from base
2. Away from big cities less traffic ( you can go to cities)
3. Mainland
4. Relaxed car laws base doesn't care or bother

Cons
1.Snow
2.Snow.
3.Ken Blocks
5.Poor work flow and management
4.Away from big city tuning shops and ready to buy parts
5.Must order nearly everything.

I will be moving down south for competition ease.. but Im glad I didnt get Yokota or Kadena when I was military. But we all have our own opinions.

I just hate the fucking cold...I'd probably jump off the towers if I'm snowed in for 4 months out of the year. But on the plus side, I liked Hokkaido (snowboarding and Sapporo Snow Festival). But I'd take Okinawa's weather, our summer full of festivals and getting into the water 8 months out of the year. Motorsports may not be that great now but there are better things to do than just car stuff.

If I still get an option, Camp Zama...AF detachment on an Army base...nobody fucks with you.

Biggamehit · 03-02-2013, 01:49 AM

yea bro I hear ya.. I cant stand snow and the worst is I gotta work in it and do car stuff in it hahaha.

captinamy · 03-28-2013, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

Why in Gods Name would you wanna wish that? There's 3 other base in Japan that's better than Misawa.

Yeah, Korea sucks for car people. I was just there. The flights to Japan are pretty cheap though, I got my hands on round trip tickets for $250.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 03-29-2013, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by captinamy

Yeah, Korea sucks for car people. I was just there. The flights to Japan are pretty cheap though, I got my hands on round trip tickets for $250.

Shit, thats cheaper than flying to mainland from Oki. Speaking of which, did you guys bring me some goodies?!?!

lewisfk · 03-29-2013, 09:13 AM

Have they relaxed the restrictions on the Navy/ Marines yet. I have a chance to go to Japan for a 3 month TAD.

Thanks Whiters for the info, im an E-6

Luvs2slide · 03-29-2013, 03:49 PM

There's still curfew in effect. Check your navy guidance for more details.

whitersx02 · 03-29-2013, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by lewisfk

Have they relaxed the restrictions on the Navy/ Marines yet. I have a chance to go to Japan for a 3 month TAD.

got a little better. if you're E-6 and above theres no curfew. E-5 below has midnight curfew. After 1900 i believe, need liberty buddy.

Ellerdude · 03-30-2013, 03:22 AM

What's going on guys I'm stationed at Yokota and I got 3 more years left here.

sncs14 · 04-01-2013, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellerdude

What's going on guys I'm stationed at Yokota and I got 3 more years left here.

Where do you work? I'm at Yokota 'til next January. I love the area, close to the mountains and a the city. Was going to stay a little longer, but I'm ready to get back to the states now. Hardly have time for car stuff, but I've mangaed to get my hands on a decent amount of parts for my car in the states.

Bumpkin203 · 05-09-2013, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by fliprayzin240sx

Why in Gods Name would you wanna wish that? There's 3 other base in Japan that's better than Misawa.

Misawa and Kadena are the only bases I can go for weapons. F-15s in Kadena sound nice compared to f-16s which is what Im working here at Shaw. Just not sure I want Kadena because of the amount of people. But Im pretty sure they dont deploy and only TDY to Nellis and Tyndall once a year.

Sileighty_85 · 05-17-2013, 07:19 AM

Misawa has its good and bad.

Good- Drift tracks are close by and we are allowed to drift. A lot more Nissans/Toyotas to choose from. Snow is fun to drive in.

Bad- Curfew. Its pretty country up here. If married you HAVE to live on base No matter what rank you are. If your single and a E5 you MIGHT be able to live off base. Internet service is fucking garbage on base.

Gotta drive a ways to go places, Upgarage is not very impressive. But if you have a Japanese Friend they can order parts for you off the YAJ or UG website

Auto Hobby shop sucks balls, Snows A LOT up here so Rust is an issue so finding a non rust bucket chassis can be a challenge. and keeping it from rusting can be an issue since the AHS wont allow painting in the shop.

Kadena- Good- Island is awesome, Very Pretty in the summer. Lots to do on the island. More close knit car community. Base is more up to date, 2 story BX which is fucking huge! Better AHS.

Bad- Curfew. A lot of heat on that island from the past year, cannot drift at the "tracks"

rust is still an issue for the chassis's down there, selection of cars can be limited/ more expensive.

Im sure there is somethings im forgetting at the moment

*dawagarage* · 05-17-2013, 06:21 PM

someone based in japan:
buy me shit from YAJ auctions + ship from base (for a commission) = makes us both $$

Okidamage · 05-18-2013, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Sileighty_85

Kadena- Good- Island is awesome, Very Pretty in the summer. Lots to do on the island. More close knit car community. Base is more up to date, 2 story BX which is fucking huge! Better AHS.

Bad- Curfew. A lot of heat on that island from the past year, cannot drift at the "tracks"

rust is still an issue for the chassis's down there, selection of cars can be limited/ more expensive.

Im sure there is somethings im forgetting at the moment

I'm on kadena right now and it sucks... We're still on lockdown so no drinking off base(have been for over eight months now). To add onto that the bullring got shut down and now the only track left is nago circuit which you can't drift at. I'd take mainland over this place any day.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 05-19-2013, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Okidamage

I'm on kadena right now and it sucks... We're still on lockdown so no drinking off base(have been for over eight months now). To add onto that the bullring got shut down and now the only track left is nago circuit which you can't drift at. I'd take mainland over this place any day.

Its summer time, find other shit to do on island. If you havent taken advantage of the water, you're missing out. If I was back there, I'd take my ass up to Kouri Island and just bum on the beach out there all day.

There are still spots that people drift at up north. Would just suck if you crash since its a looooooong way back when you're almost up in Hedo. Then you still have all the lil roads that cut back and forth between the island. You could spend a couple hours just cutting back and forth as you head up to Nago. We used to go and blast thru the back roads from 10 till 6 in the morning.

As far as the track, there's a small cart track down in Itoman, its not much but its pretty technical. Just gotta know the right people who'd take you there. Then you can always jump in on the RCCA events in Nago.

BannisteR · 05-25-2013, 12:18 PM

Just got out to Yokosuka in January and love it so far. Only met a few people out here so far.

VIPDRFT · 09-21-2013, 02:46 PM

Currently in Korea. Bumping this up because I'll be stationed at Misawa come summertime. How's the car selection at the lemon lot? Does anyone know any good websites with cars for sale off base?

Sileighty_85 · 09-21-2013, 04:39 PM

lemon lots hit or miss, Right now there is a R32 GTST, S14 Zenki, and a FD.. thats about it for a sports car. 4WD cars are big up here due to the shit ton of snow around here.

VIPDRFT · 09-25-2013, 11:14 AM

Thanks! Yeah, that's what I hear. Too bad I can't bring my F-150. I spent the last 5 years in the midwest, so I have experience driving in the snow.

cgtdream · 09-28-2013, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by VIPDRFT

Currently in Korea. Bumping this up because I'll be stationed at Misawa come summertime. How's the car selection at the lemon lot? Does anyone know any good websites with cars for sale off base?

When you get there, let us know how you are enjoying all the fun motorsports activities there are to do...

But in all seriousness, some military folks from yokota might want to fill some folks in on the recent changes...while im aware, im not stationed there and things can change over-night.

Sileighty_85 · 09-29-2013, 05:06 AM

well you can forget about it for a while. Commander just past a NOTAM saying drifting is illegal at Tracks....sooo yeah

Island_DC5 · 09-30-2013, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Sileighty_85

well you can forget about it for a while. Commander just past a NOTAM saying drifting is illegal at Tracks....sooo yeah

My buddy at Misawa was Just telling me about that, said the wing commander banned racing/drifting till further notice. Any idea what happened?

I came in this thread though because I'll be at Yokota come January, just seeing if anyone is out there now.

sncs14 · 09-30-2013, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Island_DC5

My buddy at Misawa was Just telling me about that, said the wing commander banned racing/drifting till further notice. Any idea what happened?

I came in this thread though because I'll be at Yokota come January, just seeing if anyone is out there now.

I'll be leaving in Yokota in January.

Island_DC5 · 09-30-2013, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by sncs14

I'll be leaving in Yokota in January.

Ahh damn, right when I get there. Any notable spots where I can meet some up with some enthusiasts? and any recommendations on best places to look for a S13 coupe? Ive been looking at yokotaads already.

sncs14 · 10-01-2013, 04:42 AM

There are a number of S-chassis owners on base, but there are way more R-chassis guys. I didn't have the time or take the time to meet any car people here. I mostly just scoop up parts for my S14, back home, when I come across a good deal or something hard to get in the states. You could probably post what you're looking for on one, or more, of the Yokota FB groups that deals with selling stuff, and someone that has access to the auctions will offer to help you out.

Island_DC5 · 10-01-2013, 08:27 AM

Hmm, yeah the only R chassis I'll probably consider is a 32 gtst. Cool though, appreciate the info. Yeah I just joined two auto sale groups on FB for Yokota, Ill be sure to make some posts once Im there.

Jenniar · 10-27-2013, 09:07 PM

I do not know that there is a so cold place in Japan.

02-26-2013, 05:29 PM	#64
Biggamehit Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Misawa Japan Age: 41 Posts: 713 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Misawa Pros 1. Track 30 mins away from base 2. Away from big cities less traffic ( you can go to cities) 3. Mainland 4. Relaxed car laws base doesn't care or bother Cons 1.Snow 2.Snow. 3.Ken Blocks 5.Poor work flow and management 4.Away from big city tuning shops and ready to buy parts 5.Must order nearly everything. I will be moving down south for competition ease.. but Im glad I didnt get Yokota or Kadena when I was military. But we all have our own opinions. __________________ Facebook: Pink Ranger Drift

03-02-2013, 01:49 AM	#66
Biggamehit Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Misawa Japan Age: 41 Posts: 713 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	yea bro I hear ya.. I cant stand snow and the worst is I gotta work in it and do car stuff in it hahaha. __________________ Facebook: Pink Ranger Drift

03-29-2013, 09:13 AM	#69
lewisfk Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: May 2009 Location: North Austin, Texas Age: 43 Posts: 1,163 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	Have they relaxed the restrictions on the Navy/ Marines yet. I have a chance to go to Japan for a 3 month TAD. Thanks Whiters for the info, im an E-6 Last edited by lewisfk; 03-31-2013 at 05:21 PM.. Reason: info

03-29-2013, 03:49 PM	#70
Luvs2slide Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NW Florida Age: 42 Posts: 1,490 Trader Rating: (81) Feedback Score: 81 reviews	There's still curfew in effect. Check your navy guidance for more details. __________________

05-17-2013, 07:19 AM	#75
Sileighty_85 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Misawa, Japan Posts: 6,815 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	Misawa has its good and bad. Good- Drift tracks are close by and we are allowed to drift. A lot more Nissans/Toyotas to choose from. Snow is fun to drive in. Bad- Curfew. Its pretty country up here. If married you HAVE to live on base No matter what rank you are. If your single and a E5 you MIGHT be able to live off base. Internet service is fucking garbage on base. Gotta drive a ways to go places, Upgarage is not very impressive. But if you have a Japanese Friend they can order parts for you off the YAJ or UG website Auto Hobby shop sucks balls, Snows A LOT up here so Rust is an issue so finding a non rust bucket chassis can be a challenge. and keeping it from rusting can be an issue since the AHS wont allow painting in the shop. Kadena- Good- Island is awesome, Very Pretty in the summer. Lots to do on the island. More close knit car community. Base is more up to date, 2 story BX which is fucking huge! Better AHS. Bad- Curfew. A lot of heat on that island from the past year, cannot drift at the "tracks" rust is still an issue for the chassis's down there, selection of cars can be limited/ more expensive. Im sure there is somethings im forgetting at the moment __________________ 後輪駆動車１番 1989 Built SR GT2871R -363whp 1998 S14 W/RB25- 250ish (For Now) 1986 SR86 - 200ish 1990 R32 GTR - 320hp Don't Buy Engines from JDM-Online http://zilvia.net/f/businesses/207457-jdm-online.html Don't Buy XS-Power or SSAC Shit

02-20-2013, 06:22 PM	#61
Bumpkin203 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Okinawa Posts: 478 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	I wish I had orders to Misawa, Shaw sucks lol. Might be putting in for Korea next year so I can hopefully get a follow on to Japan.

03-30-2013, 03:22 AM	#72
Ellerdude Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Little Rock, AR Age: 35 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	What's going on guys I'm stationed at Yokota and I got 3 more years left here.

05-17-2013, 06:21 PM	#76
dawagarage Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bremerton, WA Age: 39 Posts: 2,037 Trader Rating: (23) Feedback Score: 23 reviews	someone based in japan: buy me shit from YAJ auctions + ship from base (for a commission) = makes us both $$ __________________ formerly known as "hotboiblaze" ratsun: dawa (73 datsun 620) clublexus: properD (97 sc300)

05-25-2013, 12:18 PM	#79
BannisteR Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Yokosuka Japan Age: 37 Posts: 22 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Just got out to Yokosuka in January and love it so far. Only met a few people out here so far.

09-21-2013, 02:46 PM	#80
VIPDRFT Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Osan, South Korea Age: 38 Posts: 338 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Currently in Korea. Bumping this up because I'll be stationed at Misawa come summertime. How's the car selection at the lemon lot? Does anyone know any good websites with cars for sale off base? __________________ Holding it and...WHEEL POPS OFF! O^O^O

09-21-2013, 04:39 PM	#81
Sileighty_85 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Misawa, Japan Posts: 6,815 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	lemon lots hit or miss, Right now there is a R32 GTST, S14 Zenki, and a FD.. thats about it for a sports car. 4WD cars are big up here due to the shit ton of snow around here. __________________ 後輪駆動車１番 1989 Built SR GT2871R -363whp 1998 S14 W/RB25- 250ish (For Now) 1986 SR86 - 200ish 1990 R32 GTR - 320hp Don't Buy Engines from JDM-Online http://zilvia.net/f/businesses/207457-jdm-online.html Don't Buy XS-Power or SSAC Shit

09-25-2013, 11:14 AM	#82
VIPDRFT Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Osan, South Korea Age: 38 Posts: 338 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Thanks! Yeah, that's what I hear. Too bad I can't bring my F-150. I spent the last 5 years in the midwest, so I have experience driving in the snow. __________________ Holding it and...WHEEL POPS OFF! O^O^O

09-29-2013, 05:06 AM	#84
Sileighty_85 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Misawa, Japan Posts: 6,815 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	well you can forget about it for a while. Commander just past a NOTAM saying drifting is illegal at Tracks....sooo yeah __________________ 後輪駆動車１番 1989 Built SR GT2871R -363whp 1998 S14 W/RB25- 250ish (For Now) 1986 SR86 - 200ish 1990 R32 GTR - 320hp Don't Buy Engines from JDM-Online http://zilvia.net/f/businesses/207457-jdm-online.html Don't Buy XS-Power or SSAC Shit

10-01-2013, 04:42 AM	#88
sncs14 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Las Vegas Age: 41 Posts: 1,003 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: sncs14 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	There are a number of S-chassis owners on base, but there are way more R-chassis guys. I didn't have the time or take the time to meet any car people here. I mostly just scoop up parts for my S14, back home, when I come across a good deal or something hard to get in the states. You could probably post what you're looking for on one, or more, of the Yokota FB groups that deals with selling stuff, and someone that has access to the auctions will offer to help you out.

10-01-2013, 08:27 AM	#89
Island_DC5 Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: JA Posts: 136 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Hmm, yeah the only R chassis I'll probably consider is a 32 gtst. Cool though, appreciate the info. Yeah I just joined two auto sale groups on FB for Yokota, Ill be sure to make some posts once Im there.

10-27-2013, 09:07 PM	#90
Jenniar Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Zibo,Shangdong,China Age: 35 Posts: 4 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I do not know that there is a so cold place in Japan.