Sturgis Mustang Rally Labor day weekend 2012

[Meotchh]

The 6th annual Sturgis Mustang Rally is coming up in late August. I have promised the show promoter that the SVOCOP will bring him at least 10 SVOs. They normally get 0 SVOs at the show. The promoter, not familiar with SVOs, wants to know how many classes we want since they do not normally have an SVO class. He will be working with us to help promote the car as well as the club. I'll post more details as we formulate the plans.

The week long event includes:
Car show
Autocross
Poker Run
Drag Racing
Auctions
Burnout competition (don't think we'll be competing...)

Here is a list of SVOCOP members currently planning attending:
Mitch & Lisa Harris (1SVO )
Chris Chalk (1SVO)
Dave & Stacey Schmitt (1SVO)
Scott & Lois Robinson (1SVO)
Doug Marthaler (1SVO)
Pat Pearson (1 Rental SVO)
Tony & Cindy Wright (1 SVO)
Mark Hass (1 White & Yellow SVO)
Flat Bob (He'll be sleeping on the floor, please don't walk all over him)

Accomodations are tough out there. We are renting an excutive house for the week. The options will sleep as few as 6 or as many as 18. I will send out updates on our accomodations to all that are attending & interested in the deal.


To find out more about the show check out the website:
http://www.sturgismustangrally.com/

Please thank Dan Jacobsen of Jacobsen Ford for accomodating us misfits & adding an SVO class for us!

I will send out an update on the SVO class soon.

[MikeFleming]

I would think one SVO class initially. Until there are enough cars to justify separate 84, 85, 85.5 & 86 classes.

We could use the infamous Fuel Rail Trophy as the prize to the First Annual SVO Show Winner. To be returned the next year.

[Meotchh]

Yeah I don't plan on discussing multiple classes this go around, but it is an option he has offered.

[DaveS]

We could use the infamous Fuel Rail Trophy as the prize to the First Annual SVO Show Winner. To be returned the next year.

I won't be in the hunt for any trophy, we'll probably be bringing the 2R, the stock autocross machine...SVOStacey plans to drive it a few times before Sturgis, then is looking to beat Mitch in the autocross.

[MikeFleming]

Go Stacey! Go Stacey!

[Patrick]

Mitch won't autocross his own car. He has people to do that for him (Plausible deniability and all that). Lisa is his driver of preference. This could be fun to watch. Can you cay "Cat fight"?

[Chalky]

I'll be there for sure! I think ultimately, if your going for multiple classes, it'd be best to switch up between stock and modified.

[Meotchh]

UPDATE:

I spoke with the show promoter yesterday. He will supply me with artwork to print up club shirts with the SMR artwork on it. I will work on getting up a few design options. After I have a few options I'll set up a poll to narrow down to one. Any interest in shirts for the participants please check back for the poll.

I am also working on accomodations. I will have something booked by the end of the week. If you are interested in the accomodation deal it will be a rental house that sleeps between 10-16 people. Right now I have 8 people that have committed. If more people are interested let me know.

If you are sending in your registration please just indicate SVO for your vehicle. They will have one class specifically for SVOs. The promoter has little knowledge on Fox body cars & is looking forward to learning. Chalky is still on board to participate in the local radio show to discuss the SVO & the club. He'll be signing autographs throughout the weekend for a small fee...

[Chalky]

....just like at Roundup last year!!!

[Patrick]

^^^ Chalky, when did you post that avatar?

[Bob Holmes]

I'll buy a shirt, but can't be counted on for attending.

Take Flat Bob, he'll do better at the Xcross just due to weight savings.

[Patrick]

If I had a choice between Flat Bob and Flat Brooke, I think that Bob would lose big time.

[Laredo]

I am no longer "tentative". I'll be there for sure.

[Meotchh]

I am no longer "tentative". I'll be there for sure.


Awesome Doug! Are you interested in going in on the rental house accomodations?

[Patrick]

2012 event SCHEDULE


Wednesday, August 29th


NOSTALGIA DAY - A tribute to the 1st Generation Mustangs hosted by
Superior Mustang Parts (http://www.superiormustangparts.com/)


12:00pm - 6:00pm
Registration at the ThunderDome


4:00pm - 6:00pm
Nostalgia Cruise - Honoring 1st Generation Mustangs - starting at the ThunderDome, All generations of Mustangs welcome.


6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tribute to 1st Generation Mustangs Reception along with "Show and Tell" show at the ThunderDome


6:00pm - 8:00pm
Launch Box Competition for the 1st Generation Mustangs - at the ThunderDome


Thursday, August 30th


10:00am - 9:00pm
Registration at the ThunderDome


10:00am - 4:00pm
Ride Along with Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park (http://www.millermotorsportspark.com/)


12:00pm - 5:00pm
Northern Black Hills Fun Run - at the ThunderDome


6:00pm - 7:00pm
Welcome Social & Featured Guest Speaker - at the ThunderDome


7:00pm - 9:00pm
Burn-Out / Launch Box Competition - at the ThunderDome


7:30pm
Prizes Awarded from the Northern Hills Fun Run - at the ThunderDome


Friday, August 31st


6:00am - 7:00pm
Registration at the ThunderDome


8:00am - 5:00pm
Southern Black Hills Poker Run sponsored by Roush Performance (http://www.roushperformance.com/) - starting at the ThunderDome


1:00pm - 5:00pm
1st Round of Auto-Cross - at the ThunderDome
Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park (http://www.millermotorsportspark.com/) Demos


4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mustang Mixer - serving appetizers & cash bar with guest speaker - at the ThunderDome


5:00pm - 6:30pm
Launch Box Competition - at the ThunderDome


6:30pm - 7:00pm
Back to the '60s Cruise


8:00pm - 9:30pm
Back to the '60s Concert featuring The Happenings (http://www.thehappenings.com/) playing at the Deadwood Mountain Grand

[Patrick]

Saturday, September 1st


6:00am - 10:00am
Registration in front of the Sturgis Community Center


6:00am - 10:00am
Show and Shine Line-up conducted by Jacobsen Ford (http://www.sturgisford.com/) - in front of the Sturgis Community Center

10:00am - 4:00pm
Show and Shine Competition sponsored by Jacobsen Ford (http://www.sturgisford.com/) - on Main Street

10:55am - 11:05am
Official Main Street Photo (Photo taken at 11:00am SHARP!)


11:15am - 4:00pm
Ride along with Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park (http://www.millermotorsportspark.com/)


1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mustang and Ford Collectibles Auction Sale conducted by Sturgis Real Estate and Auction (http://www.sturgissd.com/) - at the Knuckle Saloon


1:00pm - 1:45pm
Featured Speaker at Easy Rider Saloon


2:00pm - 2:45pm
Featured Speaker at Easy Rider Saloon


3:00pm - 3:34pm
Driver's Meeting for Saturday Drag Racers at Easy Riders (required for all Saturday night drag racers)


4:30pm - 5:00pm
Parade Line-up


5:15pm - 6:30pm
Parade and Loud Pipes Competition hosted by Loud American Roadhouse (http://loudamericanroadhouse.com/)


4:30pm - 7:00pm
Drag Racing Time-Trials sponsored by Apple Valley Ford Racing (http://www.applevalleyford.com/) - at Sturgis Dragway


7:00pm - 11:00pm
Drag Racing Competition sponsored by Apple Valley Ford Racing (http://www.applevalleyford.com/) - at Sturgis Dragway


Sunday, September 2nd


8:00am - 12:00pm
2nd Round of Auto-cross at the ThunderDome (Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park (http://www.millermotorsportspark.com/) Demos)


10:00am - 2:00pm
Poker Hand Drawings sponsored by Roush Performance (http://www.roushperformance.com/) - at the ThunderDome


12:00pm - 3:00pm
Dice Roll to Win a SMS Supercars Mustang - at the ThunderDome


1:00pm - 4:00pm
Auto-cross Finals at the ThunderDome (Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park (http://www.millermotorsportspark.com/) Demos)


6:00pm - 8:00pm
Banquet Dinner / Guest Speaker / Awards Presentation - at the ThunderDome


7:00pm - 7:30pm
Auction conducted by Sturgis Real Estate and Auction (http://www.sturgissd.com/) - at the ThunderDome



***Schedule Subject to Event and Time Changes***

[Laredo]

Awesome Doug! Are you interested in going in on the rental house accomodations?

Yes...

[DaveS]

Yes...

Cool! (BTW, glad you made it Doug..and fast too). Still need that FB message? ;)

[Patrick]

Dave, what route do you plan to take? If I leave on Monday from Tulsa with Tony, where would we possibly meet up on the way Monday late afternoon or early evening?

[DaveS]

Dave, what route do you plan to take? If I leave on Monday from Tulsa with Tony, where would we possibly meet up on the way Monday late afternoon or early evening?

Pat,
I haven't gotten my travel dates sorted out yet. We could meet anywhere after Omaha (We'll be traveling on Interstate 29 from there, prior to that would be a backtrack for you guys). Still sorting out the dates...IIRC, I wasn't looking to leave quite that early...but things do change.

[Chalky]

Mitch, any plans so far for the Western convoy???

[Meotchh]

I've been hiding in a massive mess at work that seems to have no end. I'll spare eveyone the details until the BBQ next weekend, after I've had a chance to put a dent in the beer cooler...

Right now we are planning on leaving on Saturday August 25. We are going to make a vacation out of the drive. So far it is Scott, Lois, Lisa & Me. Scott is working on some plans for places to visit along the way. We can discuss details at the BBQ & or Roundup next weekend.

[Meotchh]

So the autocross at the SMR is held in a parking lot with some imovable obsticals (power poles & buildings). But the coarse is pretty tight which is perfect for an SVO. The event is an elimination event & the top 16 are in the running for the cash prizes. So we need to put a ringer in the event. We need Stacey Schmitt to show them how an autocross is run. Dave I don't want to hear how you are so much faster cause we all know that ain't true. Although those supercharged V-8's may be more insulted by an SVO driven by a barefoot Kentuckian like Dave.

http://www.sturgismustangrally.com/autocross.html

[DaveS]

Mitch just taught us how to talk smack if you don't participate in the event!

Seriously, Stacey and I both plan to drive the autocross. I encourage others to drive it as well The more SVOs we get to run the autocross course, the better chance we have to make a good showing.

After looking at a few of the videos (link above) and seeing how nice the cars look, I guess I'm going to need to wash the 2R this year!

[Patrick]

Dave, can Stacey drive the autocross barefoot if that's what it takes to get Mitch to shut up?

[Robertosvo]

I think Alex L has the barefoot title

[TheSVOTrust]

Oh OH you guys are making me want to get new tires !

Mark
P.S. Mitch sent a MO out today

[DaveS]

I have to agree! Rob, have you thought about making Sturgis this year?

I think Alex L has the barefoot title

[Meotchh]

There will be a limited run of SVOCOP Sturgis T-shirts printed up. I will post the details after I have the artist clean up the logos. The shirt color will be a Royal Blue which is pretty close to Ford Blue.

The folks going to the event will have first dibs on the shirts, any additional shirts will be sold on the site.

[TheSVOTrust]

ANd I will have limited trailer space to bring any items friends want for their car or projects ! I will make an effort to offer BIG items delivered to the event that many don't get a chance at buying.

NOS hoods, fenders, wheels
or heavy motor parts (can bring o ringed blocks and parts or assemblies)

If you want anything let me know NOW .

Mark
P.S. Oh and I WILL HAVE A COOLER !!

[MikeFleming]

Mark - you bringing the dancing girls this trip??

[TheSVOTrust]

Mark - you bringing the dancing girls this trip??

I'm bringing parts ,beer and AJ Foyts old cooler!

Mark

[MikeFleming]

Dave, can Stacey drive the autocross barefoot if that's what it takes to get Mitch to shut up? No if it's an SCCA sanctioned event.

SCCA requires drives to have full-foot, closed toe shoes:

4.3.4 Footwear
Shoes covering the entire foot shall be worn.

She can take her shoes off immediately AFTER the run though. But that's not a good summertime sport around here.

Passengers, however, are definitely free to have sandles. I'm not sure about barefoot.

[Patrick]

No if it's an SCCA sanctioned event.

It is not an SCCA sanctioned event.

[MikeFleming]

^
Get some of those plastic football helmets for some extra weight savings.

[rickibrat2]

is there camping there i would love to come but for us to go that far i have to bring the 5th wheel asi have 2 kids that live with me in wheelchairs but we love to travel

do not know if my will fitin the toyhauler

[Meotchh]

is there camping there i would love to come but for us to go that far i have to bring the 5th wheel asi have 2 kids that live with me in wheelchairs but we love to travel

do not know if my will fitin the toyhauler

Check out www.sturgismustangrally.com (http://www.sturgismustangrally.com) or http://www.sturgisdowntownrvpark.com/. If there were more room at the rental house I would say you could camp there, but space will be limited with 5 driven Mustangs & 4 trailered SVOs.

[Pat]

Dancing girls? Will there be a wet Tee shirt competition too?

[Meotchh]

There is more to come, but this will be on one of the sleeves...1248

[Laredo]

Which "package" did ya'll register for: Show, Race, or Cruise?

[Patrick]

I think that we all are entering the show.
Some are doing the cruise (I'll see if I can find a car to ride along in on that one for the extra $30)
Sevaral are entering the autocross.

They have an online registration now at the website, so you can give your name and CC info, then just fill out the forms at Registration. It looks like late additions to entries are not a problem.

[TheSVOTrust]

I am going to wait until I can talk to someone (monday?) to see if there is an Ala Cart menu for events !

It looks like the only way to Autocross is to use the Race choice. Not trying to save money - but I would like to know if I can get rid of the events not going to ! (If they are ticketed with my name then I"m sure you can't)

Mark

[Meotchh]

I am going to wait until I can talk to someone (monday?) to see if there is an Ala Cart menu for events !

It looks like the only way to Autocross is to use the Race choice. Not trying to save money - but I would like to know if I can get rid of the events not going to ! (If they are ticketed with my name then I"m sure you can't)

Mark
We entered for the show & poker run. Just got the AC fixed & charged today so we can ride in comfort during the poker run.

Mark,

Contact Dan Jacobsen at Jacobsen Ford. He should be able to answer that question for you. His contact info is listed on teh registration form. I have had good luck reaching him through email & over the phone.

[Meotchh]

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Check out the cover & the 1 page article on the SVO. Keep in mind, they didn't even know what an SVO was before I caled them up late last year. Someone needs to talk to Huber about bringing the daily driver up to show those boys how to run a 1/4 mile...

[Meotchh]

T-shirts are off to print. I will post pics when I receive the shirts from the printer.

[TheSVOTrust]

Have gotten Email from Frank (with Dan CC'd).
I"m ok with the RACE package.
Chris - Do you want me to ADD you as guest? (then you just need the $40 car show for Sat)

Mark

[Meotchh]

Link for the online version of the SMR publication: Click -> SMR 6 show publication (http://issuu.com/bhpioneer/docs/mustang_rally_2012)

[DaveS]

Which "package" did ya'll register for: Show, Race, or Cruise?

I emailed the "race" contact, and he told me that if Stacey and I both want to autocross, we both have to sign up for the race package, even if we only have one car. Has anybody found out if we can order events "a la carte"?

I guess we'll both sign up for the race package, unless we can find somebody who doesn't want to "race" and can pay the difference and use their autocross spot.

[Meotchh]

Has anybody found out if we can order events "a la carte"?

No you cannot sign up for a la carte events. I already checked on that.
:(

[Meotchh]

The limited run SVOCOP/SMR t-shirts have arrived. I will have Lisa model a shirt when she gets home. In the mean time see the attached for what they look like...

BTW, shirts will eventually be listed in the for sale section for those not going to SMR. Proceeds will go towards the cost of the shirts & the remainder to the club. They are a one time limited run so get em while you can!
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[MikeFleming]

Nice!

I see the blue matches Flat Bob's eyes!

[DaveS]

Oh OH you guys are making me want to get new tires !

Just placed my tire order; replacing my 2+ year old tires.


And printing out the 32 page Sturgis magazine. Down to 2 weeks now!

[TheSVOTrust]

Just placed my tire order; replacing my 2+ year old tires.



Haha
And I am putting 27 year old tires on cars !!

Mark
P.S. Anyone have a 1 ounce Ford "red daub" wheel weight from 1986?

[TheSVOTrust]

Does anyone had a good rear hatch (that can bring it to Sturgis) ??
Can be without glass or complete (though I don't need the spoiler)

Mark
P.S. Will buy or trade if you need something brought (Going to have 4 SVO rims and wasted Race tires after)

[DaveS]

We've got one more autocross this weekend before Sturgis; and we're all packed and ready to go attack some cones.
Just so you guys recognize us, this is what we'll be driving when we arrive at Sturgis.

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[TheSVOTrust]

Kind of funny ! I am loaded PREPPED too. Bringing extra wheels and tires for after Friday.

WHEN ARE YOU LEAVING KY and what route are you using?

Mark

[DaveS]

WHEN ARE YOU LEAVING KY and what route are you using?

Mark

Mark,
Plans are still coming together. Probably leaving Sunday heading towards Kansas City, then north to Sioux Falls, then west to Sturgis. We're looking to meet up with Pat and Tony in Kansas City on Monday.
Care to join our caravan? Brighton is only about 7 hours from here (I know, I used to drive 23 from Detroit to Ann Arbor to Flint all the time).

Dave

[TheSVOTrust]

THought I replied !

Not leaving until Wed - so unless you are VERY SLOW (or are waiting for parts on the side of the road) won't see you ! Safe trip!

Mark

[03shkr]

The limited run SVOCOP/SMR t-shirts have arrived. ... snip...

Proceeds will go towards the cost of the shirts & the remainder to the club. They are a one time limited run so get em while you can!

If you have an extra, count me in for a large...

[Raven855]

Mark, are you still looking for a hatch?

[Laredo]

Sevaral are entering the autocross...

Still trying to decide if I'm going to autocross, gotta replace blown out front struts. Have to work right up until Tuesday noon.

How many of you will be attacking the orange cones?

[Patrick]

We will be there Tuesday and we have a garage and tools to set the alignment. Get there early.

[Meotchh]

If you have an extra, count me in for a large...


Sure thing Brian. I have you down for one large. Pricing is going to be $17.50. If you want I can pass your shirt of to Chalky for him to deliver when he returns from Sturgis.

[Chalky]

I wont even charge you delivery:):):)

[DaveS]

How many of you will be attacking the orange cones?

Stacey and I will both be driving the autocross (co-driving the 2R).
See you there.

[Chalky]

I plan on it but have had to leave my track tires at home, jjust not quite enuff room. Ill borrow Mitch's EVO's, they need a good flogging'!!!!!

[DaveS]

Still trying to decide if I'm going to autocross, gotta replace blown out front struts. Have to work right up until Tuesday noon.

Doug,
I just spoke with Pat, In addition to what Pat is going to bring to align your car, I'm going to bring a caster/camber gauge, toe gauge and tire pyrometer. I'll also have 4 extra tires (they are worn, but good tires) to loan out--if I can fit them in the truck.
You have no excuse not to attack the orange cones!
See you soon!

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[Chalky]

DIBS!!!!!!!

[03shkr]

Sure thing Brian. I have you down for one large. Pricing is going to be $17.50. If you want I can pass your shirt of to Chalky for him to deliver when he returns from Sturgis.
Cool. That works. Thanks. How about a couple decals for the quarter windows too. I saw them on Blackie and they looked pretty good.

I wont even charge you delivery:):):)
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[Laredo]

Thanks Dave....that'll help. I'm going to try to get the struts / control arms in tomorrow. It rained all afternoon, set me back another day (workin' outside :( - ugh). I was hoping to get my MM panhard bar in too but that'll have to be another time. Silver lining is that we needed the rain BADLY!!

Curious about your tire size - 245/45's?? They don't rub? How wide are those wheels?

[TheSVOTrust]

Pat FLEW from LA with one ! LOL

Got a hatch and found Bobby Fehan today !! (I'm going to look geeky in my 1984 cloths)

Mark

[DaveS]

Chalky...I offered them to Tony first...he said to bring them....somebody can use them...I'm sure somebody will

Doug...245/45/16, extremely close to stock wheel size and offset, and they don't rub...but I only run them on the autocross course so I typically don't hit huge "bottom your car out" bumps, just cones.

[Bob Holmes]

A6s...LOL. You guys are pulling out all the stops to win that Auto-x

[MikeFleming]

A6s...LOL. You guys are pulling out all the stops to win that Auto-x Just building a reputation to defend next year.

[Chalky]

Dave, no worries, just clowning, we'll work something out. Maybe "Team SVOCOP" can practice our quick wheel changes.

Bob, yeah, taking it seriously. I had planned to bring my 17X8's with the RS-2's fitted but after playing Tetris for three hours and then realizing I could only just fit my luggage (with the interior stripped mind you!!) I decided I would rather be able to bring everything home once the new seats are fitted.

[DaveS]

A6s...LOL. You guys are pulling out all the stops to win that Auto-x

They weren't bought specifically for Sturgis, we run A6s at our local SCCA events; it just happened that we needed to replace them with about 3 more points events this year...just decided to get a new set of A6s before Sturgis so we could help another SVO'er. We've got our hands full, the new generation Mustangs are pretty quick on the autocross course...and the new Boss is even better!

[Laredo]

...I had planned to bring my 17X8's with the RS-2's....

RS-2's? Those are street tires!! Treadware 140. Put 'em on & drive on over to SD!! ;)

[boardmaster]

Any room for a Crazy Canuck to sleep on the floor at the Rental House. I could arrive for Friday Night, SOLO and wine gums in hand!!

[MikeFleming]

Hmmmm ... wine gums!

[Bob Holmes]

Just building a reputation to defend next year.

Good to know, that way I can show and blow something up...

Anyone want to lend me a car :)

[Bob Holmes]

RS-2's? Those are street tires!! Treadware 140. Put 'em on & drive on over to SD!! ;)

:like3:

[Raven855]

Good to know, that way I can show and blow something up...

Anyone want to lend me a car :)
Sure! Just come to Oklahoma to get it and drive it there! Pat will also tell you to come early to fix it before hitting the road....

[DaveS]

Here are some pics of our travels. Pat and Tony joined us in Mitchell, SD.

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[MikeFleming]

How many SVOs are in the big rig on the right in the second pic??

[DaveS]

How many SVOs are in the big rig on the right in the second pic??
We couldn't check so your guess is as good as mine. Here are some more pics.
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[TheSVOTrust]

I'm Loaded (or I would leave now)
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e136/svo2scj/photo53.jpg

[Chalky]

RS-2's? Those are street tires!! Treadware 140. Put 'em on & drive on over to SD!! ;)

Oh I know, I drove on them to the reunion in '08 so it'll give you some idea of how much tread is left!!!! Suffice to say if I got stuck in a snow storm like then i'd be "proper phuqed!!!!"

Anyways, after work in Bellevue today and quick stop at the Pony Shoppe in Snohomish, (had to drop of the M-1 and a seat), I hit the road via the Monroe Starbucks and hit the scenic route via Hwy. 2. Very nice scenery and got to run the Steven's Pass which I've never done before. Stopped in Wenatchee for a burger and then headed for I-90. Arrived in Spokane Valley, WA about 11pm.

Hitting the road early tomorrow and heading for Billings, MT.

[TheSVOTrust]

Oh

Anyways, after work in Bellevue today and quick stop at the Pony Shoppe in Snohomish, (had to drop of the M-1 and a seat),


Does that mean that I WILL have a seat to return with !!! I expected a comment on the seats in my truck !
Mark

[Meotchh]

Mark,
If you have an NOS Ford emblem for the hood, bring it. I need one for the 86.

[Chalky]

Made it to Sheridan, WY tonight. gonna make the last big push tomorrow and aim to be there by lunchtime, unless i sleep in.

Now, back to on-line traffic school:):):)

[DaveS]

Made it to Sheridan, WY tonight. gonna make the last big push tomorrow and aim to be there by lunchtime, unless i sleep in.

Now, back to on-line traffic school:):):)

Chalky, are you sure you're in Wyoming????

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[DaveS]

A few more pictures....


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[Laredo]

1379SVOCOP "garage" - hmmmm.....that could be the title of a new reality show on Velocity TV!


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1376 OOH! OOH! OOH! Dave's racin' tires look GOOD on my car, and no rubbin!

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[Bob Holmes]

Sure! Just come to Oklahoma to get it and drive it there! Pat will also tell you to come early to fix it before hitting the road....

Is this the long term plan on how to get all your project cars on the road?

[MikeFleming]

Need more pictures!!!

[Raven855]

Is this the long term plan on how to get all your project cars on the road?
I think that Pat will agree with me, it's too much work.

[Meotchh]

Found a cool diner to stop at for some browsing...
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The diner had a gas station with 94 Octane for $3.99/gal
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Flat Bob was spotted hanging out at a local souvenir shop at one of the Poker Run stops...
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[Laredo]

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[DaveS]

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[Laredo]

Chalky does the "Launch Box"....

http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc112/WALaredo/th_IMG_0277.jpg (http://s216.photobucket.com/albums/cc112/WALaredo/?action=view&current=IMG_0277.mp4)

[JTurbo]

Great pictures. Haas must be the new AlexL...... :cool:

[Robertosvo]

Okay guys!.... most of us are living vicariously through you ....ahem...More pictures!!! especially the autoX
......Good luck on the course and make the SVO proud!!!

[Meotchh]

If you were not there, you missed a kick ass week. Or was it an ass kicking week?

We will return next year & we hope to once again show the Shelby owners what a 30yo 4cyl can do.

For anyone interested, I will be listing limited production SMR SVOCOP shirts in the forsale section when we get home. Price will be $17.50 + shipping. We only have L & XL remaining.

Look for pics from the travels, rental house & events later this week.

[Patrick]

Primo spot at the Show N Shine.
Dave, Mark, and Pat parked near the saloon.

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Cobra owner checking out the SVO's.
"Hey Butch, there's that 4 cylinder that beat you at the autocross last night!"

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The SVOCOP hostility tent.

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Late night fun and repairs.

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[DaveS]

If you were not there, you missed a kick ass week. Or was it an ass kicking week?

It most certainly was an ass kicking weekend!
Mitch--Thanks for pulling together the weekend.
Lisa--Thanks for keeping Mitch in line.
Tony & Cindy--Thanks for the food, organization and Tony for all the tech session opportunities. You never did cord the set of a6s!
Mark--Great to finally meet you; thanks for the entertainment and PR (not PBR).
Doug--Thanks for the rides and pre-autocross night help on my 2R.
Scott and Lois--Thanks for showing Mitch a 2R CAN win at a car show over a 1C!
Chalky--For the photo opps...and trying to keep Mark out of trouble.
Pat--for letting us name a great club with great people after you....and for helping me with that second pitcher of margaritas on Monday.

Once I get my pictures sorted out, I'll post them.

[Chalky]

Scott, Lois & I made it to the Pony Shoppe safe and sound. Good nights sleep and then back to P-town tomorrow.

[TheSVOTrust]

Home last night (after a stop at Mike's and to pick up a sink)

Great time !! Thanks to all for putting up with me.

Mark
P.S. Only trouble Chalky had was getting away from taking photos for tourists here
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e136/svo2scj/photo54.jpg

and looking for SVO ads in 1984 Playboys here
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e136/svo2scj/photo55.jpg

[Meotchh]

Home last night (after a stop at Mike's and to pick up a sink)

and looking for SVO ads in 1984 Playboys here
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e136/svo2scj/photo55.jpg[/QUOTE]

HAHA, I was wondering what was in that place. We passed by it a few times during the week. Lisa & I stopped in front of it briefly, but decided we would have to stop in next year.

[Meotchh]

SVOCOP Rat Pack lounging in the shade
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Nebraska SVO that showed up just to check out the show. Believed to be a sister car to Tony's blue car
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Lisa's view of the convoy to the show Saturday morning. We were missing Chalky & Hass but the convoy was impressive non the less. We talked to some folks at the show & at the banquet that were commenting on the convoy of SVOs that were passing through town.
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[Meotchh]

It most certainly was an ass kicking weekend!
Mitch--Thanks for pulling together the weekend.
Lisa--Thanks for keeping Mitch in line.
Tony & Cindy--Thanks for the food, organization and Tony for all the tech session opportunities. You never did cord the set of a6s!
Mark--Great to finally meet you; thanks for the entertainment and PR (not PBR).
Doug--Thanks for the rides and pre-autocross night help on my 2R.
:like4r:Scott and Lois--Thanks for showing Mitch a 2R CAN win at a car show over a 1C!
Chalky--For the photo opps...and trying to keep Mark out of trouble.
Pat--for letting us name a great club with great people after you....and for helping me with that second pitcher of margaritas on Monday.

Once I get my pictures sorted out, I'll post them.

It took a little extra work to put the trip together, but it was well worth all the effort. Thanks for eveyones input & feedback!

As for Lois & Scott winning, it was well deserved with all the work that has been put into that car to get it to where it is today. Now I need to convince Lois to take over cleaning duties on my car...;)

[MikeFleming]

"It's a Convoy!!"

[TheSVOTrust]

QUOTE (From the Nebraska Cowboy)

"You own the Mac Tools SVO ! Do you know how many entries I filled out on the Mac Truck to try and win a car!"

Mark
P.S. That got him a NOS poster to take home (His girlfriend took his down in 1984) She is his wife now I said "Put it in the bedroom"

[Meotchh]

Conversation with a woman pumping gas in her 1986 F150 at a gas station in Cody, WY:

Customer: "How much do you want for that car on the trailer?"
Me: "$12,500.00"
Customer: "That's ALL?"
Customer: "I just want the engine to drop it in my LX Thunderbird"
Scott: "Do you know what engine is in there?"
Customer: "Its a 5.0!"
Scott: "No it's a 2.3 Turbo which was faster than the 5.0!"
Customer: "Well thats fine, I'll take that"
Customer: "Why's that car on the trailer?"
Me: (Thinking to myself) "Because it lost the other 4 cyclinders :rolleyes: ..."

[Laredo]

QUOTE: overheard from an anonymous father to his 2 kids (9 to 10??) as they approached the Fox-body cars at the Show-n-Shine:

"Hey kids, look at this.....these are the really OLD Mustangs!"

[Meotchh]

Who made off with the Box of Wine? Did Mark take that back home with his PBR & Miller Lite?

[DaveS]

Who made off with the Box of Wine? Did Mark take that back home with his PBR & Miller Lite?
We graciously took the box of wine that we brought....Mark also brought a box of wine, but I can't say we took that too.

[DaveS]

Just in case you guys wondered what the place looks like at 4:45 in the morning.....

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[DaveS]

One for Robertosvo....Just had to take this picture.
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This car kept tailgating us for miles...
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I just found humor in this...a sign posted on the side of a tank truck
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[DaveS]

Mitch found a way to use his camera as a mirror (Lisa was staring Mitch down)
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Mark doing some very important PR work
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He is now explaining how hatchbacks work
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Doesn't he look like a used car salesman???
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For some reason, she just had to take a picture of Mitch's car (note that Mitch was not in the car at the time)
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Two used car salesmen
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More pictures of Mitch's car
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[TheSVOTrust]

Actually I'm telling Deborah how bad tongue piercing is !
http://www.svocop.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=1434&d=1346892027

Mark
P.S. Deborah you can still join (if you want us) !! A girl with two Fox's is just a girl one SVO away from 3 !

[TheSVOTrust]

Here I ask if she had any red spandex pants (like the in the MacTools Poster from 1984)
http://www.svocop.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=1435&d=1346892027

I didn't think it was a stretch ! I had my MC Hammer pants on the day before. (Did anyone get that photo)

Mark
P.S. I hope not!

[MikeFleming]

Here I ask if she had any red spandex pants You coulda just loaned her yours. That's what I would have done.

[DaveS]

Sunday Autocross prep-work
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[TheSVOTrust]

Who made off with the Box of Wine? Did Mark take that back home with his PBR & Miller Lite?

HaHa
I stopped at Mike's and got two speaker covers, gave Mrs Simms the BOX O WINE!
Mark
P.S. Those PBR's were left over from AJ Foyt !

[DaveS]

I've got all my pictures posted on my Facebook page, PM me if you need a link.

[Patrick]

Mark, did Deborah get plenty of dental floss and toothpaste from the sampler box?



I had my MC Hammer pants on the day before. (Did anyone get that photo)
Mark
P.S. I hope not!

I can not get that sight purged from my head. I wish that I could.

[Laredo]

It most certainly was an ass kicking weekend!
Mitch--Thanks for pulling together the weekend.
Lisa--Thanks for keeping Mitch in line.
Tony & Cindy--Thanks for the food, organization and Tony for all the tech session opportunities. You never did cord the set of a6s!
Mark--Great to finally meet you; thanks for the entertainment and PR (not PBR).
Doug--Thanks for the rides and pre-autocross night help on my 2R.
Scott and Lois--Thanks for showing Mitch a 2R CAN win at a car show over a 1C!
Chalky--For the photo opps...and trying to keep Mark out of trouble.
Pat--for letting us name a great club with great people after you....and for helping me with that second pitcher of margaritas on Monday
.

And few more.....

Mitch and Lisa for setting up the rental house – GREAT CHOICE!!
Dave for helping me with the alignment and toe set, andtest-fitting the race slicks, and taking a whole bunch of great photos.
Tony for driving my car in the finals, and arranging theauto-cross “grudge-race” (that was SO cool!)
Cindy for the ride back to the house to get my SVO into thefinals, and…the Margaritas!
Pat, Mitch, Dave andScott for showing me how to replace dew wipes.
Mark for letting me drive the MAC tools car and being the “SVOambassador” during the car show.
Chalky for letting me drive “Blacky” and giving my steeringwheel the McGuires treatment
Stacy for the ice cream (good stuff!)
Lisa, Stacy and Cindy for helping hold down the tent fromblowing away.
Scott and Lois for the great breakfast.

[TheSVOTrust]

SOMEONE suggested that my quote here was
http://www.svocop.com/forum/attachme...4&d=1346892027 (http://www.svocop.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=1434&d=1346892027)

Look if you aren't going to listen to the entire history of SVO's and TheMacTools car get out now !
Mark

[Chalky]

Made it home safe and sound last night. Had a quick stop at the Pony Shoppe to replace a leaking thermostat housing gasket, replace my catch can hoses, I thought the oil return line gasket had gone but this was a much easier fix, and tighten a couple of loose bolts. I had a great time and suggest that everyone who can plans to attend next year. Thanks to everyone who came, it was an awesome weekend and great to see old friends again.

Quote of the week, Me:" I'm just gonna hang over here and geek out"
Mark: "gay cat?? What does he mean he has a gay cat?!??!?!"

And I thought I talked funny!!!!!

[Patrick]

You both talk funny.