U.S. National G8 Meet Poll (NEW)

[Chewy]

OK all, I'm starting this new poll because we are two months away from this happening and need to have a more accurate idea of how many peeps are planning on coming.

PLEASE "vote."

I left off the "NO" and "doubt it" because it's pretty obvious that if you're NOT coming then you won't vote at all...

I think it goes without saying but I'll say it anyway... If you ARE coming, please book your room.

Thanks,
Chris

[-Ray-]

I would have voted no, because I won't be there.

[Kermit]

I have the time off from work but still up in the air on driving all that way.:hmm:

[616 of 933]

I really want to be there but still on the fence

[SpeedRacerX]

It's not looking good for me making this trip (50/50) and I'm really upset about it. I think it's just too far to drive both ways and although I have been given the use of an enclosed car hauler for the G8, I have nothing viable to tow it with...I'm on the fence.

[GeoffA]

I plan on going...

[mi04se1]

Ill be laid off in JUly, so Im 95 percent sure Ill come.

[wreckwriter]

Waiting to hear about a job. If I get it, unlikely; if I don't, almost certainly.

[KEV-O]

I'm there

[MANOFSTEEL69]

Still on the fence myself. Have many irons in the fire, which includes possibly a move into a new house (new to us at least, lol). I won't know till the last minute.

[silentW]

Sorry, its just too much of a haul at a bad time of the year. However, I'll definitely be at the GM Nationals at Carlisle PA next weekend.

~silentW
Upper Marlboro, MD

[WickedMom]

How about a bunch of you buy maggies and I will deliver them at the national meet!


Other than that, I still don't see this being possible for me.

[krewsman]

Chris,

We'll be sunning and funning in Myrtle Beach that week so we won't be able to attend. Hopefully next year's meet will be closer to us?

I will also be in Carlisle this coming weekend for those close enough to make the haul!

[616 of 933]

I will have recruits and it is also the last weekend I will see my kid till Xmas so I will not be going

[bradshow]

where is the meet?

[Panzer Leader]

I want to attend but did not vote. Would like to see a list of vendors who plan on attending. There are several mods I would like to do. None that big and don't take a lot of time.

[G8GT721]

where is the meet?

National Meet Threads (http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=17411&highlight=national+meet)

heres the basics
•August 19th - 22nd, 2010
•Location will be in Quad cities region of Iowa/ Illinois (Bettendorf and Davenport, Iowa and Rock Island and Moline, Illinois.
http://www.quadcities.com/
•Activities will include drag racing, car shows, cruises, etc.

[parish8]

i voted 50/50. i hope to go but it is pretty close to drag week.

is the autocross for sure?

[Rick Maddux]

Sorry, I had something pop up damn it!

[Chewy]

i voted 50/50. i hope to go but it is pretty close to drag week.

is the autocross for sure?

No... I edited his post.

[JVH1982]

I'm in and my room is booked. I'm hoping I'll have my friend with (wife would be bored to death), however, I will come alone if necessary. I got the weekend off and I can't wait!

[BlueJacket]

No, to close to Pontiac Nationals.

[DVDDave]

950 miles each way, too far......wish it were closer....

[bracketracer]

No, to close to Pontiac Nationals.

Hey come on! I will be driving all the way out to Norwalk 2 weeks before (see you there!), and then coming to the G8 Meet! It's only fair if you return the favor, by making the longer trip after your "hop-skip-and-a-jump" to Pontiac Nats, LOL!

[KEV-O]

bump...lets get this thing going

[djchubbs]

wow last time I checked this fourm there was like 70 out of all the members I cant belive there arent more support

[ULTRA Z]

just checked the calender i will be offshore so i'm a no show sucks

[888GT#31]

Im in. 1200 miles one way, no excuses guys! :) I booked the room Thursday to Sunday. The way I figure it, if it is a good turn out then great. If not, so what. There are so few G8's here in Jax FL (max that we have had in a meet locally was 5 and that was only once!) so even if 25 make it I will be happy! I have been itching for a road trip forever. The first year is always a tough one for getting the ball rolling. Once started, the second and later years should be awesome. Thanks for getting this started.

[KEV-O]

Awesome, glad you will be joining us, not too far away
see you all there shortly

[Tommy G]

I'll be there. Hey, its practically in my back yard. Might be my only chance to do something like this! Looking forward to it.

[BigV8]

I've run out of vacation already :( to much has come up this year that was not planned on. Looks like 99 last time I looked on the site.

[confused2much]

I'm in for sure. It's too close for me to not go lol.

[mi04se1]

Im probably going to book my room tonight.

[KEV-O]

We should have a sign in desk somewhere maybe in the lobby, and also have a nametag type of thing to keep track of who has come, where they have come from, etc...
also the name tags will help people identify one another

[confused2much]

We should have a sign in desk somewhere maybe in the lobby, and also have a nametag type of thing to keep track of who has come, where they have come from, etc...
also the name tags will help people identify one another

Good ideas!

[bracketracer]

I already planned to ask the hotel for a space near the check-in desk to handle registration. Nametags are an awesome idea, but I don't have any cost effective ideas to get them. The little stick-on "Hi my name is:" wouldn't quite cut it. We need to have a way to identify other G8 Meet Attendees though. I am open to suggestions and solutions (especially those that cost little to nothing).

[KEV-O]

when i went to my brothers national car meet, they used the stick ons
we really only need it for the first day of the event, after that...just keep asking people "what was your name again"?

[mi04se1]

Is there a block of rooms set aside for us? I just plan on booking on their website cause the discount isnt that much if any.

[KEV-O]

i think there is a certain section of the hotel reserved for us

[barr1340]

I am there already booked
Kev-o can I get shirts from you when we get there?

[KEV-O]

I am there already booked
Kev-o can I get shirts from you when we get there?

Yes you can
i have lots left

[Chewy]

Probably because so far only 14 people are coming... lol

Come-on people! Why don't you vote?

Chris

[TyG8GXP]

There's a lot from the other board as well. I'm sure it's more than 14.

[bracketracer]

I was told by my contact at the hotel that they are putting us all in the same tower, and that they will try to keep the rooms together if possible. Since the smoking/non-smoking and single and double bed rooms aren't all together that will force us to have clusters here and there.

[bracketracer]

Hey Chris, don't worry too much. I know that there will be alot more than 14 people coming. I am convoying down with at least 3 or 4 other cars myself. There were 11 hotel rooms already reserved the last update I got, and not all participants are staying at the host hotel (due to pets, price, etc). Many people were waiting until now, or even a little later, to reserve to see how things pan out. The event is now past the point of no return, so it IS HAPPENING. We can't get back the $500 hotel deposit, or $744 insurance policy premium, if it doesn't happen, so the show will go on even if it is 4 of us riding out a hurricane, LOL!

[travis gore]

We will have a good turn out. I am sure more will sign up. I thought there were 94 cars on the national G8 site that have signed up?


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[TyG8GXP]

I was told by my contact at the hotel that they are putting us all in the same tower, and that they will try to keep the rooms together if possible. Since the smoking/non-smoking and single and double bed rooms aren't all together that will force us to have clusters here and there.
Cool!

[barr1340]

Yes you can
i have lots left

Cool deal I will get a couple I just hope I can find ya. If everyone wore the shirt al least we would know we are in the same group.

[ashaal]

Talked to wife tonight, both of us will be there. She will be driving separate in the Solstice because she has to go to work early Sunday.

[mi04se1]

I was going to book lastnight but my dam internet has been down since Wendsday. I should beable to book this weekend.

[KEV-O]

Cool deal I will get a couple I just hope I can find ya. If everyone wore the shirt al least we would know we are in the same group.

You'll be able to find me
just look at my profile pic, and remember the car
i will be the douche that has his trunk open selling shirts like a crackhead dealing dope

[Chewy]

I'll try to wear my white hat that says SMITH in black on it.

[DVDDave]

i think there is a certain section of the hotel reserved for us

i am contemplating making this trip...if so, can I count on you for a dozen bagels and some white castles ???????

[barr1340]

You'll be able to find me
just look at my profile pic, and remember the car
i will be the douche that has his trunk open selling shirts like a crackhead dealing dope

Laugh my ass off!

[barr1340]

We need more ppl to commit to coming them numbers are low

[h34d]

I voted 50/50 but it's closer to a 20% chance of being able to make it. I have a few things going on and the likeliness that I'll be free is really up in the air. It's gonna come down to the wire though and if things do pan out I'm a guarantee.

[JVH1982]

I'm booked and my time off is approved. My dad is coming out with me for sure. Not sure about a couple of my friends. Work contingent....

[KEV-O]

i am contemplating making this trip...if so, can I count on you for a dozen bagels and some white castles ???????

I don't do whitecaste
the bagels wont be good anymore by the time i get there
i'm leaving here the 17th for a couple days in michigan before i head to the meet

[DVDDave]

I don't do whitecaste
the bagels wont be good anymore by the time i get there
i'm leaving here the 17th for a couple days in michigan before i head to the meet

i wish my job would put me back on Long Island.......there isn't any good food here....

white castle rocks !!!!

[bracketracer]

Hey KEV-O, I got my shirts in the mail yesterday, and I love 'em! I may even have to buy a spare from you at the event if you have any left in XXL. Maybe you should bring them up to the registration table and sell them as people check in.

[TyG8GXP]

If you have any mediums left I'll probably pick one up at the meet.

[KEV-O]

Hey KEV-O, I got my shirts in the mail yesterday, and I love 'em! I may even have to buy a spare from you at the event if you have any left in XXL. Maybe you should bring them up to the registration table and sell them as people check in.

that is a great idea
glad you love the shirts
i have some great ideas for shirts for next years meet

[travis gore]

You'll be able to find me
just look at my profile pic, and remember the car
i will be the douche that has his trunk open selling shirts like a crackhead dealing dope
you are to funny sir


We need more ppl to commit to coming them numbers are low
yes need more people to show! however it does make our chances better to win the Solo exhaust


I don't do whitecaste
the bagels wont be good anymore by the time i get there
i'm leaving here the 17th for a couple days in michigan before i head to the meet
come on Kev-o "its what you crave" lol

My wife is not coming to the event with me. She starts a new job Monday:brock::brock::brock:after being out of work for over a year now.

[KEV-O]

my fiancee wont be coming either, she has to get things at work ready for their vegas show

[888GT#31]

Dang I'm excited! Kev-o, what is the shipping like if I order a shirt next week? When should I get it?

About the identification, I'm going to the mall and have a ball cap embroiderd 888GT#31 on the front. They had a nice bright red one and its like 15 bucks.

I booked the hotel over the phone, I just told them Joe's name and found out what building he's in. :)

[KEV-O]

Dang I'm excited! Kev-o, what is the shipping like if I order a shirt next week? When should I get it?

About the identification, I'm going to the mall and have a ball cap embroiderd 888GT#31 on the front. They had a nice bright red one and its like 15 bucks.

I booked the hotel over the phone, I just told them Joe's name and found out what building he's in. :)

i would rather not ship any shirts out from this point on, in case something goes wrong, plus i have a few hectic weeks coming up, so i don't know exactly when i would be able to ship
i will have a ton of shirts at the meet for sale, i would prefer that way from here on in
thanks

[-Ray-]

There is a good possibility I'll be going now. Just to push Kev-0 in his trunk.
















j/k

[888GT#31]

I bet you will sell them all. I'm getting two larges (<-- that looks weird!). See you there!

[mi04se1]

Alright I finally got my internet back and Im booked. I dont know where the block of rooms are reserved, but I might be in a different spot. I booked online cause it came out to like a $3 difference for 3 nights. I think Im in the south tower by the cafe.

[KEV-O]

HAHA Ray
I'm sure you weren't the only one thinking that

[travis gore]

HAHA Ray
I'm sure you weren't the only one thinking that

I was not thinking that but ok,just need a sack of white castles to put in there with you. lol

[DVDDave]

I was not thinking that but ok,just need a sack of white castles to put in there with you. lol

I have the CRAVE and a sack would be GRRRR8 !!!!!!!

[KEV-O]

i can bring you all some, but by the time i get to the meet they won't be good anymore
remember, i'm leaving here early am tuesday and wont be at the meet til earliest thursday

[DVDDave]

i can bring you all some, but by the time i get to the meet they won't be good anymore
remember, i'm leaving here early am tuesday and wont be at the meet til earliest thursday

i was just kidding but thanks for the thought !!!!!!!

[mi04se1]

Nothing better than sougey sliders.............yuck!!!

[KEV-O]

Alright I finally got my internet back and Im booked. I dont know where the block of rooms are reserved, but I might be in a different spot. I booked online cause it came out to like a $3 difference for 3 nights. I think Im in the south tower by the cafe.

you're leaving Mi thursday for the meet?

[TyG8GXP]

i can bring you all some, but by the time i get to the meet they won't be good anymore
remember, i'm leaving here early am tuesday and wont be at the meet til earliest thursday
And your car will reek. :pinch:

[KEV-O]

And your car will reek. :pinch:

i didn't say i would keep it in the car
i do have an eyesore of an antenna
:)

[TyG8GXP]

i can bring you all some, but by the time i get to the meet they won't be good anymore
remember, i'm leaving here early am tuesday and wont be at the meet til earliest thursday


i didn't say i would keep it in the car
i do have an eyesore of an antenna
:)
:rofl:

[Chewy]

OK you guys know White Castle started in Chicago right? You'll drive through towns on the way that have them. Some how we being 3 hours from Chicago never have gotten one.

He have Panera Bread and their bagels aren't bad.

Getting close!

Taking the trip on the cruise route this Saturday to make sure there's no construction.

Not sure what the wife is doing yet. She'll be 8 months pregnant at that time... Standing around IS NOT high on her priority list and if she rides on the cruise we'll be stopping to pee! lol

Chris

[TyG8GXP]

i can bring you all some, but by the time i get to the meet they won't be good anymore
remember, i'm leaving here early am tuesday and wont be at the meet til earliest thursday


OK you guys know White Castle started in Chicago right? You'll drive through towns on the way that have them. Some how we being 3 hours from Chicago never have gotten one.

He have Panera Bread and their bagels aren't bad.

Getting close!

Taking the trip on the cruise route this Saturday to make sure there's no construction.

Not sure what the wife is doing yet. She'll be 8 months pregnant at that time... Standing around IS NOT high on her priority list and if she rides on the cruise we'll be stopping to pee! lol

Chris
We have them in St. Louis, don't go there to often, because there's usually a 50/50 chance I'll regret it later. Haha They are good though.

[bracketracer]

Thanks for checking the cruise route for construction! That would really put a damper on things.

[Chewy]

Thanks for checking the cruise route for construction! That would really put a damper on things.

Uh yeah! Only problem is I saw on the news at the gym last night that the bridge going from Savanna IL to Sabula IA was under construction. I'll find out if it's closed or not Saturday.

Chris

[mi04se1]

you're leaving Mi thursday for the meet?

yes

[KEV-O]

yes

alright
i'm booking my room tonight from thurs-sun
i'll ride up with you thurs

[Shredmo]

In June, there was work being done, but it was open. They had the lanes narrowed pretty tight.

[mi04se1]

alright
i'm booking my room tonight from thurs-sun
i'll ride up with you thurs

Alright.....Im sure Ill see you around before to set something up.

[KEV-O]

Alright.....Im sure Ill see you around before to set something up.

sounds like a plan
travis and ray also would like to meet up in indiana on our way to the meet
so we'll set something up with them along the way

[EcoBrick Bob]

Have decided to come.... all the way from Naples, FL......

Does this mean I get the prize for "coming" the longest?????!!!!!!!

My new handle is "EcoBrick Bob" And my EB Flex is likely faster than many of your GT's.... but not mine.

Driving Spt. Red 09'. Just had a Hollendia 710 MoonRoof installed in 09' last Mo. Under $1050. - Sunroofs Etc - Plymouth, MN

White GT on blocks in Naples... Goat in driveway in CL.

Will be there on Fri & Sat nites. Shredmo is coming Sat. 4 rednecks-2 cars.

[travis gore]

sounds like a plan
travis and ray also would like to meet up in indiana on our way to the meet
so we'll set something up with them along the way

if you are leaving Michigan to go to Iowa our paths are not going to cross. If you are talking about your drive from ny to mi you could come thru Indy but it will be out of your way

[Shredmo]

Who is this 'Rob Moser'?

Anyway, just voted, going to the meet on Sat, unless I can get there earlier. I sent the link to this site to a new friend who has a 2009 GXP (liquid red/manual w/roof) that is interested also.

*rob moser should be called pops... or rappin' rob or something like that. You bring the wine, I'll bring the beer, or some similar nonsense.

[KEV-O]

if you are leaving Michigan to go to Iowa our paths are not going to cross. If you are talking about your drive from ny to mi you could come thru Indy but it will be out of your way

that i did not know
i guess i'll see you at the meet
don't exactly know my route from mi to ia

[-Ray-]

I'd take 94 west until I get near Chicago, then make a sharp left turn.

[KEV-O]

I'd take 94 west until I get near Chicago, then make a sharp left turn.

i've been to chi-town that route
but i don't know what route my gps will take me to the quads

[travis gore]

that i did not know
i guess i'll see you at the meet
don't exactly know my route from mi to ia

we will see you there Kev-O
I cant wait to see if the key fob will work from inside the trunk. lol

[-Ray-]

i've been to chi-town that route
but i don't know what route my gps will take me to the quads

You'll end up taking I80 west after I94 West.

[Chewy]

If you don't take 80 then you're lost! lol

I-80 all the way till you get to the 280/74 interchange where you'll want to go straight onto 280/74. Drive a while until you see the exit for Davenport/Moline Exit 5A (I74) and take it into IA. When you cross the bridge look to your right... You'll see the Isle right on the river. Get off on the first exit and turn right and then down the street and turn right on George Thuenen Dr which will take you to the Hotel.

Keep in mind folks that the river here in the Quad Cities runs East to West, NOT North to South. It messes people up because they assume down river is South and up river is North.

[mi04se1]

I did a mapquest last week and it said take 94. This is how my Captivate (Google Maps) will show it from my house.............http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=White+Lake,+MI&daddr=1777+Isle+Pkwy,+Bettendorf,+IA+52722-4967+(Isle+Casino+Hotel+Bettendorf)&hl=en&geocode=FVZsiwIdhhAF-ynhhwZFg58kiDHDlMRdX50NUA%3BCSvMradIGHybFTqUeQIdJP Ca-iHFUQhs--B4pQ&mra=pe&mrcr=0&sll=42.127861,-87.003236&sspn=3.99219,7.042236&ie=UTF8&ll=42.024814,-87.033691&spn=3.998859,7.042236&z=7

[KEV-O]

we will see you there Kev-O
I cant wait to see if the key fob will work from inside the trunk. lol

I can always crawl through the seat divider thing and open my doors from the inside:cool2:

[mi04se1]

thats a tight fit....lol

[KEV-O]

thats a tight fit....lol

ahaha, i know
damn , now what am i going to do

[Chewy]

I did a mapquest last week and it said take 94. This is how my Captivate (Google Maps) will show it from my house.............'

That has your street addy on it! Not highly recommended on an open forum.

Chris

[TyG8GXP]

'

That has your street addy on it! Not highly recommended on an open forum.

Chris
Maybe it's actually his neighbor's.... lol

[KEV-O]

Maybe it's actually his neighbor's.... lol

would still be able to find out where he lives
i'm sure he's the only g8 near/next to that address
lol

[-Ray-]

'

That has your street addy on it! Not highly recommended on an open forum.

Chris

I changed the address in the map.

[EcoBrick Bob]

If you don't take 80 then you're lost! lol

I-80 all the way till you get to the 280/74 interchange where you'll want to go straight onto 280/74.

Keep in mind folks that the river here in the Quad Cities runs East to West, NOT North to South. It messes people up because they assume down river is South and up river is North.

If you go too far on I80.... you will run into the Red-Mississippi River that runs South to North not West to East....??????????????????

[G8GT594]

Gonna have to bow out of this. Fuel expenses will be to much with my tune.

[KEV-O]

Gonna have to bow out of this. Fuel expenses will be to much with my tune.

a man, wtf

[G8GT594]

a man, wtf

O shushhhh. Just as off right now its not looking to good lol. If worse comes to worse I'll pick up a new ECM with a pump gas tune.

[KEV-O]

good plan
see you at the meet

[Chewy]

If you go too far on I80.... you will run into the Red-Mississippi River that runs South to North not West to East....??????????????????

Not sure what you mean by red-Mississippi but...

The river runs South West where 80 is, but come down to the Quad Cities (Moline IL, Rock Island IL, Bettendorf IA, and Davenport IA and it runs East to West.

[mi04se1]

Thanks everyone for the heads up (not thinking). I changed it to just say White Lake. G8ray changed the address but it still had directions from my house.

[KEV-O]

i know where you live now
muahhahahahahha

[EcoBrick Bob]

Sorry Chris.... Was meant to be a joke.... Red River does run south to north...

Attended a mini-G8 meet last Sun. afternoon in Cedar Falls.... all 4 of our G8's will be there for Sat nite. I'm driving in for both Fri & Sat. Haven't been to Cordova since 68'.

However since I am starting to become senile.... may accidentally bring EcoBrick by mistake.... as they are both red.

[TyG8GXP]

Sorry Chris.... Was meant to be a joke.... Red River does run south to north...

Attended a mini-G8 meet last Sun. afternoon in Cedar Falls.... all 4 of our G8's will be there for Sat nite. I'm driving in for both Fri & Sat. Haven't been to Cordova since 68'.

However since I am starting to become senile.... may accidentally bring EcoBrick by mistake.... as they are both red.
Hahaha

[mi04se1]

i know where you live now
muahhahahahahha

You better not surprise me during the night.......lol

[KEV-O]

You better not surprise me during the night.......lol

lol...you could only be so lucky

[Chewy]

Ok so I rode the cruise route and found a new road which will turn us around and head us back toward home. Glad I rode it though. There was a road closed which isn't an issue. It adds a few minutes to the drive but no biggie. Overall it was a GREAT ride and a great day. It'll take a few hours to complete the drive and more if we stop for pictures and such.


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[Chewy]

One pic per post on tapatalk... Sorry


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[Chewy]

Another...


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[KEV-O]

looks like a nice cruise route
very nice scenary for pictures

[TyG8GXP]

Cool! Looking forward to snapping some pics.

[Chewy]

All the pics. Mind you they're cell phone pics so not the greatest quality... Oh and some of them were taken for personal use... Like the ones with the bike as the center... lol


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This clocks out to 3+ hours though guys... We CAN shorten it though. It also depends on how long people take pics and such. Also finding places for a large group of large cars to all stop at once is NOT an easy task... I've done this on bikes and that's MUCH easier. Heck... We can pull onto the shoulder 2 wide and be ok... lol

Chris

[KEV-O]

Booked my room last night
Thursday-Sunday
see you all in just over a week
:)

[mi04se1]

Has anyone gone to the Cordova website? It shows on Friday "G8 club". Now were a club....lol. Do you have to wear long pants while running? The rules only state you have to wear a helmet. Isnt that nhra rules or something.

[gr8lover]

I would be suprised if you didnt have to wear long pants.... Everyplace I have ever been to requires it... not always enforces it, but to be safe it doesnt hurt!!!!

[KEV-O]

just wear shorts to the track, but have a pair of pants in the car in case

[KEV-O]

Anyone want to meet up on the way?
I'm leaving Michigan to head to the meet on thursday hoping around 11am/noon

[Chewy]

I have a couple of helmets I can bring if someone needs one. I'm not racing so have at them... All I ask is that they're in as good as condition when I get them back as when I loaned them.

I have a new one, but I'm not loaning it... It's my baby... lol

Chris

[TyG8GXP]

Has anyone gone to the Cordova website? It shows on Friday "G8 club". Now were a club....lol. Do you have to wear long pants while running? The rules only state you have to wear a helmet. Isnt that nhra rules or something.
Thanks for the reminder. I probably would have not brought a pair of jeans.

[Voice of Reason]

I think I'll be there for Cordova on Friday, but being just 2 hours away will end up heading home that night. We have other things going on the rest of the weekend.

[Chewy]

OK guys, here's the route mapped out. I can totally shorten this up. http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&ll=42.094146,-90.252686&spn=1.286006,2.90863&z=9&msid=103346401928424425971.00048d8c18b0e74af3882

As shown in the pictures above, we CAN make stops as well. The lock and dam is one stop, but I have a couple others on the water as well.

ALL this really depends on what people want to do and how many people want to do it.

Chris

[Shredmo]

Having toured about 1/3 of the route on bicycle, I am very excited this is the route!
Is there an official start time for the cruise?

[Chewy]

Having toured about 1/3 of the route on bicycle, I am very excited this is the route!
Is there an official start time for the cruise?

Joe wanted to start at 5PM but I'm pushing for a bit earlier. If we all want to stop and take pics on the river and do the full drive, we'll need a bit more time.

Chris

[Shredmo]

Awesome. I may not make it to Q.C. until noon on Sat due to kid issues. The cruise is something I am really looking forward to. Thanks for the heads up!

[TyG8GXP]

Damn, that's a long route.

Did you ever figure out a place to stop and eat that could accommodate everyone?

[KEV-O]

Damn, that's a long route.

Did you ever figure out a place to stop and eat that could accommodate everyone?

don't forget we are staying at a casino, plenty of food to eat there
not too much of a necessity to find a route with food
:)

[TyG8GXP]

don't forget we are staying at a casino, plenty of food to eat there
not too much of a necessity to find a route with food
:)
I might have to bring a snack since we'll be out around dinner time. I'm the fattest skinny person I know. ;)

I'll live, lol.

[KEV-O]

I might have to bring a snack since we'll be out around dinner time. I'm the fattest skinny person I know. ;)

I'll live, lol.

I'm quite the fat skinny kid too
lol

[Chewy]

Damn, that's a long route.

Did you ever figure out a place to stop and eat that could accommodate everyone?

NO! Problem is, is the UNKNOWN. Being the first year, there are a TON of unknowns. Any place that could seat us all would want prior knowledge of us coming and that's impossible. So we can stop off at a bar in Albany which has a ton of parking and is RIGHT on the river, with a large deck, or you can bring a snack.

This is why I'd like to leave a bit earlier and then have a late dinner at the boat or somewhere else in town. We could always hit the Sonic or something in town.

Chris

[Shredmo]

There is live music at Poopy's from 1pm-5pm and 7pm until???
Poopy's is a biker bar near Savannah. I'd guess that could accommodate us depending on size of group. We are not going to be able to order as a group anywhere, so if we were a bunch of smaller parties it might work to drop in. I have a saying, if things are not up to your standards, lower your standards, lol!
*This is just an idea and yeah, there are probably several flaws.

Edit: I like the idea of going early enough we can eat in Bettendorf after the cruise. That said, Poopy's could still be a nice stop for a snack if necessary.

[KEV-O]

someone suggested that a couple weeks back
but really it all depends on how many cars are involved in the cruise

[TyG8GXP]

NO! Problem is, is the UNKNOWN. Being the first year, there are a TON of unknowns. Any place that could seat us all would want prior knowledge of us coming and that's impossible. So we can stop off at a bar in Albany which has a ton of parking and is RIGHT on the river, with a large deck, or you can bring a snack.

This is why I'd like to leave a bit earlier and then have a late dinner at the boat or somewhere else in town. We could always hit the Sonic or something in town.

Chris
I was just curious... didn't mean to ruffle any feathers. I know stopping somewhere to eat was mentioned before.

[Chewy]

No feathers ruffled here!

[Chewy]

There is live music at Poopy's from 1pm-5pm and 7pm until???
Poopy's is a biker bar near Savannah. I'd guess that could accommodate us depending on size of group. We are not going to be able to order as a group anywhere, so if we were a bunch of smaller parties it might work to drop in. I have a saying, if things are not up to your standards, lower your standards, lol!
*This is just an idea and yeah, there are probably several flaws.

Edit: I like the idea of going early enough we can eat in Bettendorf after the cruise. That said, Poopy's could still be a nice stop for a snack if necessary.

They're so hit or miss for parking though. If we have 50 cars, parking will be utterly impossible. That's the issue... I was ALL for Poopy's months ago.

It's the darn unknowns... lol

Chris

[mi04se1]

Ill just follow everyone else.

[Tommy G]

I dunno about going all the way to Hanover. We could stop in at Poopys in Savanna to eat OR stop at the Palisades Park for pics and turn around and head back. The I80 bridge area is still under heavy construction isn't it?

[Chewy]

I dunno about going all the way to Hanover. We could stop in at Poopys in Savanna to eat OR stop at the Palisades Park for pics and turn around and head back. The I80 bridge area is still under heavy construction isn't it?

The bridge is open going over which is why I planned to take IA back. The reason for going to Hanover is for the road I have routed. It's a fun twisty quick road that heads out. I've said it before... I'm ok with shortening it. I enjoy the trip on my bike and it makes it easy for a ton of cars to turn around... lol


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[Tommy G]

Thats cool. Last time I was over I80, only west bound was open. I can go along with whatever is good for the group.

[parish8]

hmm, i thought this was last weekend but i see now it is this upcomming weekend. my car is running again, i am going to try and make it at least from the begining of the dragstrip to the end of the cruise.

[TyG8GXP]

hmm, i thought this was last weekend but i see now it is this upcomming weekend. my car is running again, i am going to try and make it at least from the begining of the dragstrip to the end of the cruise.
Awesome! Would love to see your car.

[KEV-O]

rain during the day friday and a 50% chance of t-storms friday night f
wtf

[-Ray-]

rain during the day friday and a 50% chance of t-storms friday night f
wtf

That's a possibility everey day in the mid-west.

[travis gore]

rain during the day friday and a 50% chance of t-storms friday night f
wtf

50% it won't rain


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[Chewy]

I'm going for NO rain, but this summer has been NUTS!

Chris

[Tommy G]

If anybody needs good gas, 93 octane no ethanol ($3.15/gal right now) you can get it here:

Shell 93 no ethanol (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Isle+of+Capri+Casino+%26+Hotel,+Bettendorf,+ IA&daddr=1356+West+Locust+Street,+Davenport,+IA+52804-3771+(Dittmer%27s+Service+Inc)&geocode=FTqUeQIdJPCa-iHFUQhs--B4pQ%3BFejSeQIdp6yZ-iFZnUujr7ICiSnTZRaMtzTihzEDtIIfgWP6dw&hl=en&mra=prev&sll=41.526058,-90.540133&sspn=0.045044,0.107031&ie=UTF8&ll=41.524323,-90.545626&spn=0.045046,0.107031&z=14)

Also there is a good bar across the street. Its a popular indoor, outdoor bar with decent home style ribs. Speaking of ribs, check out Jims Rib Haven in Moline for the good stuff! You can't go to Iowa without sampling Iowa pork!

[ashaal]

Thanks for the 93 Post. Is 93 hard to come by round the quad cities? Its all over here in NW Indiana...

[Tommy G]

Thanks for the 93 Post. Is 93 hard to come by round the quad cities? Its all over here in NW Indiana...

No not really. You can get 93 w/10% eth at about half of the places. But this place has 93 straight gas. Keeps my GT purrrring like a kitten.

[TooManyHobbies]

No not really. You can get 93 w/10% eth at about half of the places. But this place has 93 straight gas. Keeps my GT purrrring like a kitten.

80-90% of gas stations just off the interstate in Iowa or Illinois are 91 max, all with 10% ethanol, at least that has been my experience when going to visit the parents.

[EcoBrick Bob]

There is live music at Poopy's from 1pm-5pm and 7pm until???
Poopy's is a biker bar near Savannah. I'd guess that could accommodate us depending on size of group. We are not going to be able to order as a group anywhere, so if we were a bunch of smaller parties it might work to drop in. I have a saying, if things are not up to your standards, lower your standards, lol!
*This is just an idea and yeah, there are probably several flaws.

Edit: I like the idea of going early enough we can eat in Bettendorf after the cruise. That said, Poopy's could still be a nice stop for a snack if necessary.

You can smell "Beer" from 200 mi away!!!

[EcoBrick Bob]

How much are we going to miss at Cordova by getting there around 8 PM? Thinking about letting my Standard Poodle Quincey drag the G8..... He drives just like that White Standard Poodle in the commercial with the Escalade, only he's Black! Helmet fits! Long pants may be an issue, however.

Would be there sooner, but "Bud Heavy" Beer Truck that friend is bringing to supply Shredmo won't be available till around 4.!

[TyG8GXP]

If anybody needs good gas, 93 octane no ethanol ($3.15/gal right now) you can get it here:

Shell 93 no ethanol (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Isle+of+Capri+Casino+%26+Hotel,+Bettendorf,+ IA&daddr=1356+West+Locust+Street,+Davenport,+IA+52804-3771+(Dittmer%27s+Service+Inc)&geocode=FTqUeQIdJPCa-iHFUQhs--B4pQ%3BFejSeQIdp6yZ-iFZnUujr7ICiSnTZRaMtzTihzEDtIIfgWP6dw&hl=en&mra=prev&sll=41.526058,-90.540133&sspn=0.045044,0.107031&ie=UTF8&ll=41.524323,-90.545626&spn=0.045046,0.107031&z=14)

Also there is a good bar across the street. Its a popular indoor, outdoor bar with decent home style ribs. Speaking of ribs, check out Jims Rib Haven in Moline for the good stuff! You can't go to Iowa without sampling Iowa pork!
93 no ethanol? Wow. But $3.15 a gallon, ouch.

No not really. You can get 93 w/10% eth at about half of the places. But this place has 93 straight gas. Keeps my GT purrrring like a kitten.
That's what we have here for all grades, 10%, so I'm used to it. If I can find Shell 93 (what I use here) even with 10%, I'll be happy. Prefer not to use 91.

[caretaker]

As much as I wanted to be a part of this meet; I have to face reality, and with no work
for the last 3 1/2 months, and not much on the horizon, I am going to have to bow out.

I hope everyone has a terrific time, and post a lot of pictures.

[Chewy]

I use the 93 octane 10% mix almost exclusively in my GT with ZERO issues. Only the shells and a couple BP's have 93 here in town. I've been running the Shell 10% since I got my VMS tune over a year ago. Oh and the 10% station is MUCH closer...


Here's the one I use a lot... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Isle+of+Capri+Casino+%26+Hotel,+Bettendorf,+ IA&daddr=Shell+Station+%4041.551916181097,-90.4837417602539&hl=en&geocode=FTqUeQIdJPCa-iHFUQhs--B4pQ%3BFSwIegId4lOb-g&mra=ls&sll=41.554164,-90.495715&sspn=0.020264,0.045447&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=14

Oh and another one which is more of a straight shot and you can see the lovely (not) downtown Davenport... lol I've used both with no issues as well as Tommy's.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=1800+Isle+Pkwy,,+Bettendorf,+Iowa+52722+(Isl e+of+Capri)&daddr=Sara+Mini+Mart+Inc,+Davenport,+IA&hl=en&geocode=CS8RbT1nLy3YFc-VeQIdDO-a-iFxo7YxPkpxag%3BFXeMeQIdw7qZ-iHL3ycLkfTOdimhSwZapzTihzEndshq_EaQhA&mra=pd&mrcr=0&sll=41.54014,-90.547908&sspn=0.075422,0.181789&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=14



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[Shredmo]

How much are we going to miss at Cordova by getting there around 8 PM? ...Would be there sooner, but "Bud Heavy" Beer Truck that friend is bringing to supply Shredmo won't be available till around 4.!

The truck IS coming??? Good.

[TyG8GXP]

I use the 93 octane 10% mix almost exclusively in my GT with ZERO issues. Only the shells and a couple BP's have 93 here in town. I've been running the Shell 10% since I got my VMS tune over a year ago. Oh and the 10% station is MUCH closer...


Here's the one I use a lot... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Isle+of+Capri+Casino+%26+Hotel,+Bettendorf,+ IA&daddr=Shell+Station+%4041.551916181097,-90.4837417602539&hl=en&geocode=FTqUeQIdJPCa-iHFUQhs--B4pQ%3BFSwIegId4lOb-g&mra=ls&sll=41.554164,-90.495715&sspn=0.020264,0.045447&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=14

Oh and another one which is more of a straight shot and you can see the lovely (not) downtown Davenport... lol I've used both with no issues as well as Tommy's.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=1800+Isle+Pkwy,,+Bettendorf,+Iowa+52722+(Isl e+of+Capri)&daddr=Sara+Mini+Mart+Inc,+Davenport,+IA&hl=en&geocode=CS8RbT1nLy3YFc-VeQIdDO-a-iFxo7YxPkpxag%3BFXeMeQIdw7qZ-iHL3ycLkfTOdimhSwZapzTihzEndshq_EaQhA&mra=pd&mrcr=0&sll=41.54014,-90.547908&sspn=0.075422,0.181789&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=14



Chris
Cool! Thanks for the heads up.

[Chewy]

Oh hey! I had to get gas at lunch so I drove down to the Shell here on the river and here's what I saw...

Chris

[travis gore]

Sweet! $3.05 here


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[Panzer Leader]

Will be dparting here tomorrow after mods install. Getting psyched about the trip. Think it will be a great time and looking forward to meeting everyone there. BTW Hey Vert, got you a really nice Saints Emblem for your car.

[wagon540]

All you Illinois guys make sure you wait to fill up in Iowa if you can, regular is 2.79 across the street from me right now, 92 is 3.09.

[bracketracer]

I spoke to my contact at Isle of Capri today. They will be providing a Registration Table in the lobby of the South Tower, and a sign in the North Tower to direct people to the right place. They are also giving us the entire upper level of their parking ramp for the Saturday car show. Apparently, it is conveniently located next to the hotel connected by walkway, and this will provide for a safer environment for spectators to walk around. They are looking forward to having us, and I am really looking forward to getting there and getting started! A number of people have done alot of work to make this a fun trip for everyone, and we all want to see our hard work result in a great time. Weather forecasts keep changing, but it looks like clear sailing for Saturday, and only a 40% chance of thunderstorms on Friday. That means a 60% chance they will miss us! I am confident that we will get in as much as Mother Nature allows! Looking forward to seeing you all there!

[TyG8GXP]

Oh hey! I had to get gas at lunch so I drove down to the Shell here on the river and here's what I saw...

Chris
Awesome! Good to hear we can get some good gas up there. (Pun not intended) :D


Sweet! $3.05 here


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Got Shell 93 for $2.74 yesterday. :)


I spoke to my contact at Isle of Capri today. They will be providing a Registration Table in the lobby of the South Tower, and a sign in the North Tower to direct people to the right place. They are also giving us the entire upper level of their parking ramp for the Saturday car show. Apparently, it is conveniently located next to the hotel connected by walkway, and this will provide for a safer environment for spectators to walk around. They are looking forward to having us, and I am really looking forward to getting there and getting started! A number of people have done alot of work to make this a fun trip for everyone, and we all want to see our hard work result in a great time. Weather forecasts keep changing, but it looks like clear sailing for Saturday, and only a 40% chance of thunderstorms on Friday. That means a 60% chance they will miss us! I am confident that we will get in as much as Mother Nature allows! Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Can't wait! Hopefully the weather is in our favor.

[parish8]

you guys are silly. e10 rocks and e85 is even better.

i got 1/2 of the day off on friday and found a friend that can go with so it looks like we will be there.

soo, who wants to race?

[travis gore]

you guys are silly. e10 rocks and e85 is even better.

i got 1/2 of the day off on friday and found a friend that can go with so it looks like we will be there.

soo, who wants to race?

Glad you can make it.
As far as racing there will be a lot on Friday night!


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[EcoBrick Bob]

Can't get to Isle until about 7 PM Fri.... What's the best way to get to Cordova Dragway from the Isle, considering the issues with I-80 bridge????

You guys are so worried about gas prices..... Hell, Shredmo is worried about "Beer Prices"!!!

[shane]

curious who is gonna be the quicker g8's out there

[Panzer Leader]

curious who is gonna be the quicker g8's out there

Why the V6 of course. I did not tell you about the surplus afterburner I picked up from the Air Force, did I?

[Chewy]

What's the best way to get to Cordova Dragway from the Isle, considering the issues with I-80 bridge????

Best way FROM the Isle is to follow my cruise directions that were posted up. You'll literally drive RIGHT by it. I-80 bridge and exit is open. Take first exit in IL go to stop sign turn right and drive until you see the track. If you miss it, you're blind!


curious who is gonna be the quicker g8's out there
Definitely not me, but I'm not racing so....

[Chewy]

OK guys, I thought some of you may want to use a car wash... Here's the best one I've found in town. It's a full service wash and from what I've been told, it's pretty damn good.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=1777+Isle+Pkwy,+Bettendorf,+IA+52722-4967+(Isle+Casino+Hotel+Bettendorf)&daddr=Total+Detailing+Auto+Spa,+Bettendorf,+IA&hl=en&geocode=FTqUeQIdJPCa-iHFUQhs--B4pQ%3BFdUVegIdBtKa-iHWaLQrObtGByl1s4MWhjbihzFVhiyJgOlMvQ&mra=pd&mrcr=0&sll=41.541133,-90.512922&sspn=0.081074,0.181789&ie=UTF8&z=14

[EcoBrick Bob]

Shredmo is telling everyone we can use your driveway!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[TyG8GXP]

Shredmo is telling everyone we can use your driveway!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
:)

[Shredmo]

Shredmo is telling everyone we can use your driveway!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

Rob Moser, you are a trouble maker.

Edit: Rob Moser will be handing out $ for car washes at the location Chris mentioned. Just ask him for $ at the strip on Friday night. He is the guy that looks like a cross between Bill Clinton and Lyle Lovett.

[confused2much]

Shredmo is telling everyone we can use your driveway!:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

And we expect service with a smile :)

[Shredmo]

A buddy found this article in a quad cities paper.

http://qctimes.com/news/local/article_b291f456-ab39-11df-a02f-001cc4c002e0.html

[MaxPower]

Anyone want to call around to some PDR places in the area and see if they want to come by the car show on Saturday?

I know I'll have a little business for them. My 3yr old dinged my back door slightly, and I wanna fix it :(

[confused2much]

A buddy found this article in a quad cities paper.

http://qctimes.com/news/local/article_b291f456-ab39-11df-a02f-001cc4c002e0.html

Awesome post man....Thanks!

[parish8]

i hate washing my car. is there a prize for dirtiest car?

[EcoBrick Bob]

Yes.... It's my award.... and I've already won! White Pelican landed a load on my wipers! 3 ft. ring!

[Chewy]

Mines been cleaned... It's got a coat of BSG on it now and tomorrow AM it's getting a coat of Americana and some I&O spray and it'll be good. If it's raining it'll stay home though.

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[Shredmo]

Sweet load of Americana on my car too. Front should be loaded w/bugs by noon on Sat. Hopefully I'll get to town an hour or so early to clean it at my buddy's house a few miles away.

[mi04se1]

Hey Chris, what do they charge? My front end and windshield is a corps for all the bugs.

[wagon540]

Mines been cleaned... It's got a coat of BSG on it now and tomorrow AM it's getting a coat of Americana and some I&O spray and it'll be good. If it's raining it'll stay home though.

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Oh come on man, at least come down and hang out for a while. I just got home and had a blast, met some faces behind the screen names, these guys came in from New York, Florida New Orleans and you won't drive 10 blocks in case you get your car dirty? wah wah. J/K.
seriously, registration opens at 11, i'm going back up at 9:30 or 10 with the car to hang out and bench race.
BTW all you guys who didn't make it for one reason or another or wimped out, you're gonna regret it.

Kim.

[KEV-O]

agreed.....early registration was a success to say the least...anticipating the amount of cars that arrive tomorrow(today)

[KEV-O]

A buddy found this article in a quad cities paper.

http://qctimes.com/news/local/article_b291f456-ab39-11df-a02f-001cc4c002e0.html

sweet....hope the words spreads fast and far

[Chewy]

Oh come on man, at least come down and hang out for a while. I just got home and had a blast, met some faces behind the screen names, these guys came in from New York, Florida New Orleans and you won't drive 10 blocks in case you get your car dirty? wah wah. J/K.
seriously, registration opens at 11, i'm going back up at 9:30 or 10 with the car to hang out and bench race.
BTW all you guys who didn't make it for one reason or another or wimped out, you're gonna regret it.

Kim.

Who's car's running and who's isn't...??? lol j/k

If it's a passing rain I'll leave it home. Looks like 30% chance today with a 60% chance tonight. My car's a DD so it gets dirty all the time. Just thought it'd be nice to keep it clean for tomorrow.

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[travis gore]

agreed.....early registration was a success to say the least...anticipating the amount of cars that arrive tomorrow(today)

how many did register?


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[travis gore]

30% for tonight
Lots of bugs here also. I will get them this morning, if we can figure out how to get to the car wash on post.


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[wagon540]

[QUOTE=4GASEM;286876]Who's car's running and who's isn't...??? lol j/k

Touche, well played sir. Well in a few minutes i'm leaving to pull my car that doesn't run up to the show with my truck that does, that is unless i see a cloud then i'll have to pull over and take shelter. Ha ha. See you there .

[polo]

It's killing me that I wasn't able to make it to this, but I simply couldn't afford it. I would have had to take off work 3 or 4 days (and I don't get PTO), and will all other expenses it would have cost me well over a grand to be able to attend. If this would have happened last year, I would be there without a doubt. But business has been bad, and we've had to cut back on everything. I really didn't know until just a couple of weeks ago if I would be able to make it or not. I was hoping business would pick up a little and I've have some extra money to make this happen, but it didn't.

I really hope you guys have a great time, and I can't wait to see pictures. Hopefully it's a great success and we're able to have another one soon. I'm continuing to follow all of these threads to see what's happening, so keep them updated!

[Chewy]

30% for tonight
Lots of bugs here also. I will get them this morning, if we can figure out how to get to the car wash on post.


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Hey Travis, I can take you all up to it if you want.... email or call me.

Chris

[EcoBrick Bob]

How many have already registered???

Can we quickly register when we get our rooms so we can get to Cordova ASAP tonite?

[mi04se1]

I think 14 registered yesterday. The table is just to the left of the hotel desk and in front of the elevators.

[KEV-O]

i think we have 22 as of now, and some people haven't registered yet that are here

[wreckwriter]

Have a GRRRR8 time guys! Wish I was there!

[EcoBrick Bob]

[QUOTE=Shredmo;286611]Rob Moser, you are a trouble maker.

Edit: Rob Moser will be handing out $ for car washes at the location Chris mentioned. Just ask him for $ at the strip on Friday night. He is the guy that looks like a cross between Bill Clinton and Lyle Lovett.

Shredmo has agreed to wash all Sport Red G8's with Deep Dish Breyton Wheels... (FOR FREE! You can't miss him.... he's 6'5" and looks like a cross between Dale Jr. & OPIE from the Andy Griffin Show! He won't be at the strip Fri. because he has to take care of his other Holden!
http://i334.photobucket.com/albums/m406/RobMoser/IMG_5549A.jpg

"Holden" in a Holden in a Holden.

Get in line at the ISLE on Sat! :brock::brock::brock:

[Shredmo]

How many have already registered???

Can we quickly register when we get our rooms so we can get to Cordova ASAP tonite?

Sign my car up if you can. My lic. plate is "BIG DIK", lol!

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd238/Shredmo/avatar1.jpg

[Shredmo]

You can't miss him.... he's 6'5" and looks like a cross between Dale Jr. & OPIE from the Andy Griffin Show! He won't be at the strip Fri. because he has to take care of his other Holden!

You forgot to add Spanky in there. Seriously, sign me up if you can.

A side note, if it is still light out after the cruise, my buddy informed me there is a Marina bar on the Mississippi that is owned by the casino. It is just south of the parking ramp. He says that it is pretty cool. Closes at sunset unfortunately.

[EcoBrick Bob]

You forgot to add Spanky in there. Seriously, sign me up if you can.



We'll attempt to register you...

And... I'm a bit perplexed about when you stole my front license plate.... But you're right...!!!! Should have taken "Daffy Drunk's" - BIGR DIK!!!!!

[Shredmo]

We'll attempt to register you...

....BIGR DIK!!!!!

I emailed you my real plate #.

[KEV-O]

37th car just registered

[Tommy G]

I'll be at the car show, so count me in! Weather looks bad for racing right now, no chance of the storms missing us. But it shoud be clear by 7am or so according to the forecast I just saw.

Anybody heading out tonight after 10? I can swing by the casino or meet up if you guys are going to be out and about.

[TyG8GXP]

Well, had a minor issue on the cruise, got a flat, I had a 18" spare, but it was a front, so an 18 won't clear the Brembos. Big thanks to Bad Karma and whoever gave me a jack to borrow, and all the STL guys for helping and being my "pitcrew" Swapped a rear GXP wheel to the front and put a GT 18 on the rear for now.


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[shane]

that was lot of fun... look at me hard at work lol