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Posted by: SharonG Jul 5 2011, 07:00 PM

RRC IS ON!

We're staying here:
http://www.timberridgelodgeouray.com/ (970) 325-4856 (SOLD OUT)
$79/night - they'll want to charge you for 1 night when you reserve but you can cancel up to 2 weeks in advance and get a 100% refund. Pets $10/ea.
It's a 2 block walk up the river walk to the hot springs, bordering the RV/cabin park (Mr. Sharp ), and has a fire pit, BBQs and tables in the back. We have most of the lodge, which is 15 of 20 rooms. I've been working with a super nice man named Mike and tell him you're with the 914 group when you call for your reservation.

UPDATE 9-Jul And HERE!: http://www.hotspringsinn.com/ (970) 325-7277 (STILL AVAILABLE until 8/22)
There are 14 rooms, 12 have 2 king beds. $116 plus tax. Private patios. Just down the street from Timber Ridge. This hotel doesn't accept pets. Another super nice person named Pam helped me out, so tell her you're with the 914 group.

Saturday drive: South for lunch in Durango. We'll head back to Ouray the same way, with a stop in Silverton to wander around (visit brewery) - such a good drive you'll want to do it TWICE!

NO registration fee, but let us know that you're attending so we have good numbers for meals. We'll ask you to throw in a few bucks at RRC for the BBQ and

Friday dinner: BBQ at Timber Ridge Lodge
Saturday lunch: Animas River Cafe in Durango
Saturday dinner: True Grit Cafe in Ridgway

See http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=138694&hl= to order your t-shirt
T-SHIRT ORDER CUTOFF 8/21 - ORDER NOW!

We're still ironing out the rest of the details, but potential side trips:
Friday to Telluride
Sunday Jeep trip

On the Attendee list so far:

Gint + Shar
Brant
Eric + Val
Socalandy (+ Karen?)
76-914
Morrow
Rob Risen
Wills
Luurs
Joe + Luckie
LizO
Nelson
Ferg
Peterson
Rick + Sandy
SLITS
Toast
Pieper + Diane
Bruce Napier
Ernie DeVries
Mike DeVries
Danny Gaddy
Doug + Michelle
StratPlayer + Bride
Mom + Dad Lowe
Ben Schmalz
Jon Schmalz
Everett Daniels
Jim Buchanan

Posted by: brant Jul 5 2011, 07:02 PM

A couple more house keeping details.




Due to the millions of dollars we are all making in these soaring Stock Market times....

We have a new ENTRY FEE for RRC11
the fee this year is $$$$ ZERO!
(please send your check in advance directly to me!)

Seriously
we are going to make all of the meal pay as you go
There are still going to be some SPECTACULAR awards
there are still some AMAZING door prizes
it will still be the same event.
just bring some mulah to pay for your meals.
we will ask for BBQ donations or something
(maybe pitch in for adult refreshments)

I'm starting a seperate T-shirt order thread, which I will coordinate and deliver to the event!

hooray!
brant

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 5 2011, 07:48 PM

Just talked to Mike! Reservation made!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 5 2011, 09:58 PM

Exactly what I wanted to hear ... Ooooooraaaay!

Gives new meaning to getting high (in Colorado).

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 5 2011, 10:02 PM

Yikes! Two thousand miles, round trip.

Posted by: kg6dxn Jul 5 2011, 10:29 PM

ooh... Maybe I can get my 914 to this event??? Guess I got to get it running first...

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 5 2011, 10:50 PM

QUOTE(kg6dxn @ Jul 5 2011, 11:29 PM)

ooh... Maybe I can get my 914 to this event??? Guess I got to get it running first...

Posted by: kg6dxn Jul 5 2011, 10:57 PM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Jul 5 2011, 09:50 PM)

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 6 2011, 08:11 AM

Got my room last nite. See ya'll there. Hey Ron, are you leading the SoCal caravan, again? Pencil me in if so.

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 6 2011, 09:03 AM

Giddyup! Can't wait!

Posted by: eric9144 Jul 6 2011, 09:22 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jul 6 2011, 07:11 AM)

Posted by: Black22 Jul 6 2011, 09:36 AM

Wow...sounds like a great trip! I grew up in Grand Junction, CO and have driven those roads several times in my life. Never did it in a 914 though, that would be a blast. Going to have to seriously consider this one!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 6 2011, 10:05 AM

Reservation made ..... Oh Yeah! Place looks quite quaint.

Plan: Leave Thur aft/nite, slight detour to pickup SO, on to Flagstaff for nite. Make rest of run on Friday so I can be well rested for the Tequila/Yoga/Cartwheel/Burnt Animal Flesh Ice Breaker in the parking lot.

May stay for Sunday if SO can get Monday off and make the jeep run over the mountains or visit my relatives at Mesa Verde.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 6 2011, 10:06 AM

That is a hell of a long drive for me....I might have to trailer mine as well....

Posted by: SharonG Jul 6 2011, 10:13 AM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 6 2011, 10:05 AM)

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 6 2011, 10:20 AM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Jul 6 2011, 10:13 AM)

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 6 2011, 10:05 AM)

Reservation made ..... Oh Yeah! Place looks quite quaint.

Hopefully I'm not worse than Silva when it comes to finding awesome places to stay.

Posted by: brant Jul 6 2011, 12:10 PM

surprise, surprise
there is going to be a shirt:




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Posted by: SirAndy Jul 6 2011, 12:21 PM

SF bay area caravan anyone???

Posted by: SirAndy Jul 6 2011, 12:28 PM

QUOTE(SirAndy @ Jul 6 2011, 11:21 AM)

SF bay area caravan anyone???

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 6 2011, 12:39 PM

For those who think the drive might not be worth it, take note: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Route_550 and


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idXrlV3aWgo


Although if you drive it this fast, you will most likely not make it....

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 6 2011, 05:37 PM

Quite a drive for me as well:




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Posted by: SLITS Jul 6 2011, 05:52 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Jul 6 2011, 04:37 PM)

Posted by: SLITS Jul 6 2011, 05:54 PM

Nevermind .....

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 6 2011, 05:59 PM

Wasn't one of Saddam Husseins idiot sons named Ouray?

Posted by: Madswede Jul 6 2011, 06:05 PM

Shocking to hear from me these days, but no this time... hotel booked!

Been wanting to say that for a while now. Though I will have to be in my Wasserpumper 968 while the 914 is still being "restored" at Series9.

I will in fact do that legendary drive four times ... once on the way into Ouray from New Mexico (scouting/familiarity), twice with everyone else (fun then spirited), and once on the way home (cliffs of insanity). I will actually drive almost the whole durn length of US-550. It appears it's whole length is from just north of Ouray (Delta) down to just next door to northern Rio Rancho in Bernalillo, NM.

See ya folks there!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 6 2011, 06:19 PM

This is going to be one hell of a meet and contest for the "That Guy / Girl Award".

Oh yeah!!!!!!

Posted by: kg6dxn Jul 6 2011, 06:34 PM

QUOTE(SirAndy @ Jul 6 2011, 11:21 AM)

SF bay area caravan anyone???

Posted by: SLITS Jul 6 2011, 08:03 PM

Slight revision in route from SoCal ..... I15 to I70 to Grand Junction and south on 550 to Ouray. Overnite in the cheap seats in Mesquite or ? Arrival in Ouray about 3 PM Friday?

Posted by: Series9 Jul 6 2011, 08:12 PM

Luckie and I will fly to ABQ and drive from there.

We're in!

Posted by: SharonG Jul 6 2011, 08:16 PM

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 6 2011, 08:12 PM)

Luckie and I will fly to ABQ and drive from there.

We're in!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 6 2011, 09:14 PM

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 6 2011, 08:12 PM)

Luckie and I will fly to ABQ and drive from there.

We're in!

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 6 2011, 10:47 PM

There may be another MN guy or two. I just received a PM...We shall see...

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 6 2011, 10:52 PM

Damn! It looks like I'll miss this one. My pain-in-the-ass Nephew is getting married in New Jersey on Sept. 4th and we'll spend the next 10 days touring New England. Sorry I won't make it.
Cheers, Elliot

Posted by: JRust Jul 6 2011, 11:34 PM

Damn it your a week early. I'll be in Phoenix the 18,19,20th. If you were a week later I could totally swing it

Posted by: SLITS Jul 7 2011, 07:14 AM

QUOTE(Elliot Cannon @ Jul 6 2011, 09:52 PM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Jul 7 2011, 10:52 AM

I'm in! Room booked for the 8th thru 11th. Looking forward to seeing everyone again.

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 7 2011, 11:19 AM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Jul 6 2011, 08:14 PM)

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 6 2011, 08:12 PM)

Luckie and I will fly to ABQ and drive from there.

We're in!

We may just book a spot at the campgrounds to have the camper there...

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jul 7 2011, 11:34 AM

What is the nearest airport to Ouray ? Last time I was there, I believe the airport was in Montrose ??

Posted by: SharonG Jul 7 2011, 11:41 AM

QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ Jul 7 2011, 11:34 AM)

Posted by: Madswede Jul 7 2011, 12:33 PM

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 6 2011, 08:12 PM)

Luckie and I will fly to ABQ and drive from there.

We're in!

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 7 2011, 02:07 PM

569 miles (11hrs 22mins) is the 'short' route. YIKES!

Posted by: Madswede Jul 7 2011, 04:45 PM

I was going to suggest to my AZ brethren that my house (the site of the legendary Atomic Ramble of 2007) be used as a way-station for those that would like to get here on Thursday Sept 8th. Crash over (I have a guest room and a couch), and then caravan up on Friday. The trip back might be a bit harder for me to house people since I will be trying to return to work on Monday, but ... well, I'll just have to see how that goes.

Just so people know that's an option. I know it might make it a bit further out of the way, but ... well maybe not too bad. Ouray is just over 5 hrs from my house. PM me if any one wants to take advantage of that plan.

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 7 2011, 04:57 PM

QUOTE(Madswede @ Jul 7 2011, 03:45 PM)

Posted by: SLITS Jul 7 2011, 05:29 PM

11 hours ... 9.5 hours ... 5 hours .... what a bunch of whiners. Make sure you wear your gold chains and lift your pinkies when sipping your morning tea.

Posted by: Series9 Jul 7 2011, 05:38 PM

Reservations have been made.

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 7 2011, 05:52 PM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 7 2011, 04:29 PM)

Posted by: Series9 Jul 7 2011, 05:54 PM

So we're thinking about flying to Denver, riding to Ouray, riding to ABQ and then flying home from there.

I call the back of the 968 from Ouray to ABQ.

Anybody want to take responsibility for getting Luckie and I from DEN to Ouray?

We would probably arrive in Denver on Wednesday.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 7 2011, 06:17 PM

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 7 2011, 06:54 PM)

So we're thinking about flying to Denver, riding to Ouray, riding to ABQ and then flying home from there.

I call the back of the 968 from Ouray to ABQ.

Anybody want to take responsibility for getting Luckie and I from DEN to Ouray?

We would probably arrive in Denver on Wednesday.

Posted by: brant Jul 7 2011, 06:54 PM

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 7 2011, 05:54 PM)

So we're thinking about flying to Denver, riding to Ouray, riding to ABQ and then flying home from there.

I call the back of the 968 from Ouray to ABQ.

Anybody want to take responsibility for getting Luckie and I from DEN to Ouray?

We would probably arrive in Denver on Wednesday.

Posted by: SLITS Jul 7 2011, 08:13 PM

QUOTE(MoveQik @ Jul 7 2011, 04:52 PM)

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 7 2011, 04:29 PM)

11 hours ... 9.5 hours ... 5 hours .... what a bunch of whiners. Make sure you wear your gold chains and lift your pinkies when sipping your morning tea.

The drive doesn't matter to you because you just strap on your Depends and go. The rest of us need a stop now and then.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 7 2011, 09:22 PM

I-40 W to US-550 N

20 hrs 23 mins / 1290.30 miles

Posted by: Madswede Jul 8 2011, 01:06 AM

The crash-over option sill holds for those that wanna come in from Tennessee! This is what teener fans do ... it's a big effin' country, after all.

Posted by: Madswede Jul 8 2011, 01:09 AM

QUOTE(Series9 @ Jul 7 2011, 05:54 PM)

So we're thinking about flying to Denver, riding to Ouray, riding to ABQ and then flying home from there.

I call the back of the 968 from Ouray to ABQ.

Posted by: mojorisen914 Jul 8 2011, 08:36 AM

There's an extra room at the house for anyone who wants/needs a place. Planning on leaving around 0900 on the 8th. If the dogs don't go; there will be a spot or two open in the backseat of my truck as I'm planning on trailering the car (I know, I'm a whimp).

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 8 2011, 03:11 PM

We can also pick up at airport and...well...offer up a couch...

Posted by: shelby/914 Jul 9 2011, 10:28 AM

Just called and made a reservation. Now only 3 rooms remaining.

Dan

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 9 2011, 12:18 PM

Don't be afraid to ask to be an alternate if there is a cancellation. Because there will be some who have to (read 40 yr old cars) drop out.

Posted by: SharonG Jul 9 2011, 01:27 PM

Working on additional lodging close by Timber Ridge. So much for my theory that organizing an event at the last minute further away from almost everyone but the CO folks will keep people away!

Posted by: Ferg Jul 9 2011, 02:26 PM

One room left

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 9 2011, 04:03 PM

No rooms left! Jason (AZ914) nabbed up the last one! We should have more rooms set up shortly!

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 9 2011, 07:01 PM

Are any of you CO boy's driving your 914's to RRC '11.

Posted by: ThinAir Jul 10 2011, 01:22 AM

381 miles - piece of cake. Too bad I missed getting a room at the Timberlodge. Mike & I will be there.


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Posted by: Madswede Jul 10 2011, 02:52 AM

I can bring a couple tents if ya want, Ernie.

Posted by: SharonG Jul 10 2011, 07:01 AM

The 2nd hotel is all set up. See the beginning of the thread for details.

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Jul 10 2011, 09:20 AM

Sharon,

Thanks to you and Brant for the work you are doing on this. I just made reservations at the Hot Springs Inn. Michelle and I are looking forward to attending!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 10 2011, 07:02 PM

The hot springs pool in Ouray is very nice! If the "clothing optional" is more your style, 9 miles up the road is Orvis Hot Springs... http://www.orvishotsprings.com/

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 11 2011, 02:55 PM

Posted by: StratPlayer Jul 11 2011, 07:06 PM

Just about all the motels are booked for that weekend. All that's left is the hi dollar stuff. Checked the motels and lodges in ridgeway as well,,, there all booked.

Room booked at the hot springs inn....

Posted by: bernbomb914 Jul 11 2011, 09:44 PM

just spent 4th of July there very nice area great roads you will have a great time

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 12 2011, 08:27 AM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Jul 11 2011, 06:06 PM)

Posted by: StratPlayer Jul 12 2011, 09:37 AM

My lungs could out do yours.......

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 12 2011, 10:09 AM

Are there track fees?

Posted by: Ferg Jul 12 2011, 10:30 AM

Is the parking lot gravel carwash nearby?

Posted by: SLITS Jul 12 2011, 11:22 AM

QUOTE(Ferg @ Jul 12 2011, 09:30 AM)

Is the parking lot gravel carwash nearby?

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 12 2011, 12:02 PM

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Jul 12 2011, 10:09 AM)

Are there track fees?

Posted by: SLITS Jul 12 2011, 04:33 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Jul 12 2011, 11:02 AM)

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Jul 12 2011, 10:09 AM)

Are there track fees?

There will be phenomenal track fees for this event. Currently in the planning process...I am at $300 each, while Brant is at $185 each....Sharon is evening out the odds by holding to $5 each....so, my guess it will be somewhere in between $5 and $300 a person....

Tryin' to fund Hondo's edumucation I see!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 12 2011, 05:22 PM

Someone has to do it!

Posted by: ThinAir Jul 12 2011, 11:46 PM

Got a cabin booked at http://www.ourayriversideinn.com/.

Posted by: SLITS Jul 13 2011, 07:05 AM

QUOTE(ThinAir @ Jul 12 2011, 10:46 PM)

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 13 2011, 07:58 AM

QUOTE(ThinAir @ Jul 10 2011, 12:22 AM)

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 13 2011, 11:59 PM

2nd page

Posted by: jimtab Jul 14 2011, 01:14 AM

QUOTE(SirAndy @ Jul 6 2011, 11:28 AM)

QUOTE(SirAndy @ Jul 6 2011, 11:21 AM)

SF bay area caravan anyone???

I-80, about 1100 miles:




I-70, about 1072 miles:




US-6, about 1040 miles:

Posted by: ThinAir Jul 14 2011, 11:08 AM

QUOTE(jimtab @ Jul 14 2011, 12:14 AM)

Posted by: SharonG Jul 15 2011, 04:00 PM

Mexican food or Biergarten for Saturday dinner?

Posted by: Ferg Jul 15 2011, 04:20 PM

I vote Mex

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 15 2011, 04:20 PM

I vote someplace with a lot of beer and tequila!

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Jul 15 2011, 04:45 PM

Mex is Muy Bueno!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 15 2011, 05:53 PM

Food ... who needs food when you have a clothing optional hot springs and Cassadores!!!!

Aaaaaaaaaaaahhh ... the freedom.

Posted by: Ferg Jul 15 2011, 06:51 PM

Sorry Ron,






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Posted by: ThinAir Jul 16 2011, 12:38 AM

I'm fine either way for Saturday dinner, but I've got a preference for Biergarten.

Posted by: Gint Jul 16 2011, 07:59 AM

I can eat Mexican anytime, around any corner. A good Biergarten is hard to find.

Posted by: VegasRacer Jul 16 2011, 11:09 AM

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 16 2011, 04:50 PM

Well now I agree with Peterson. Who could possibly argue with those that!

Posted by: Ferg Jul 16 2011, 05:15 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Jul 16 2011, 02:50 PM)

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 16 2011, 05:45 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Jul 16 2011, 03:50 PM)

Posted by: Madswede Jul 17 2011, 12:59 PM

...and I cannot lie...

Back to the food question, I have no preference myself, since I can get good Mexican/New Mexican/TexMex all over the place here as well as easy access to a great (check that, TWO great) Biergarten places within staggering distance of my house. So it's all good to me!

I even know the owner, the wife of whom (allegedly) may actually be coming with us to RRC '11!

But this time, I don't want to be the one hauling a keg in my front seat.

Posted by: SharonG Jul 17 2011, 05:06 PM

Jon, I'd NEVER ask you to haul a keg in the front seat of your car. That's a quest you must make on based on your own conviction.

The Biergarten owner, Heidi, is working with me on the details.

When Mike and I were in Germany, there was a store to buy the "Bier Wench" outfits. Germany was fun.

Posted by: jaminM3 Jul 18 2011, 01:40 PM

I am going this year. I was there '07, 08', and '09 and missed 2010 because of a bike race.

I drove through Ouray eight years ago and decided I would be back one day. Sweet!

I just booked at the Antlers Motel. I'm not so sure about it, but there is some running event going on that weekend and two other hotels I called are booked or >$150/night

Posted by: SharonG Jul 18 2011, 01:51 PM

QUOTE(jaminM3 @ Jul 18 2011, 01:40 PM)

Posted by: jaminM3 Jul 18 2011, 04:21 PM

I checked online. Now I am thinking the group rooms are blocked off for us. Nobody answered the phone, so I checked their webite..

Posted by: jaminM3 Jul 18 2011, 04:33 PM

Ok, Antlers is cancelled and I booked at Hot Springs Inn. They still have rooms, so sign up people!!

Everybody's doing it...

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 19 2011, 09:50 AM

I'm getting excited about this event. Can't wait! My wife is still undecided so I may have to lean on one of the Utah boys to bring one of their extras.

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 21 2011, 08:06 AM

Shame, shame. This was on page 2 so I bumped it. Looks like around 25-30 people attending unless the San Fran group is coming, then more. Sound about right?

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 21 2011, 09:22 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jul 21 2011, 07:06 AM)

Shame, shame. This was on page 2 so I bumped it. Looks like around 25-30 people attending unless the San Fran group is coming, then more. Sound about right?

Posted by: mojorisen914 Jul 21 2011, 09:37 AM

What's the hold up?

Posted by: SLITS Jul 21 2011, 10:42 AM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Jul 21 2011, 08:37 AM)

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 21 2011, 12:31 PM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Jul 21 2011, 08:37 AM)

Posted by: Ferg Jul 21 2011, 12:40 PM

Getting excited, wife returned from our Michigan visit, I have one of these to bring along for the parking lot festivus, maybe two if I don't drink the other one first .




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Posted by: SharonG Jul 23 2011, 09:07 AM

RonSLITS has already procured some nice prizes.

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 23 2011, 10:09 AM

How 'bout the Ohklund / San Fanny group. Ya'll going or not? Teener up!

Posted by: SharonG Jul 25 2011, 08:06 PM

Can't wait to see you all there!

Posted by: Socalandy Jul 25 2011, 08:30 PM

I have all the bits for the awards let the painting and color sanding begin. You can guess but you wont know unless you show 868 miles for me one way

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 25 2011, 09:46 PM

QUOTE(Socalandy @ Jul 25 2011, 07:30 PM)

I have all the bits for the awards let the painting and color sanding begin. You can guess but you wont know unless you show 868 miles for me one way

Posted by: mojorisen914 Jul 26 2011, 07:37 AM

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Jul 21 2011, 02:31 PM)

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Jul 21 2011, 08:37 AM)

What's the hold up?

Mostly lack of knowledge.. and ability.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 28 2011, 09:37 AM

Posted by: rnellums Jul 28 2011, 12:21 PM

Remind me why I moved to Indiana again???
Have a blast!

Posted by: Ferg Jul 28 2011, 12:43 PM

CO gang, I'm planning on driving 2 lane 285 to 50 to 550, anybody else for the senic route?

Posted by: SharonG Jul 29 2011, 04:46 PM

9 rooms left at Hot Springs Inn for us.

Posted by: SLITS Jul 29 2011, 05:25 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Jul 29 2011, 03:46 PM)

9 rooms left at Hot Springs Inn for us.

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 29 2011, 05:31 PM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 29 2011, 04:25 PM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Jul 29 2011, 03:46 PM)

9 rooms left at Hot Springs Inn for us.

Hmmmmm... me and 8 Utah women .... This is doable!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 29 2011, 05:37 PM

Nah, his emissions terrify the EPA. They haven't determined a Defcon Number high enough yet.

Posted by: Madswede Jul 29 2011, 07:16 PM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 29 2011, 05:25 PM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Jul 29 2011, 03:46 PM)

9 rooms left at Hot Springs Inn for us.

Hmmmmm... me and 8 Utah women .... This is doable!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 29 2011, 10:42 PM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Jul 29 2011, 05:31 PM)

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 29 2011, 04:25 PM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Jul 29 2011, 03:46 PM)

9 rooms left at Hot Springs Inn for us.

Hmmmmm... me and 8 Utah women .... This is doable!

We might want to fly Cupomeat in to video tape this. Dr. E could do a cameo appearance!

Posted by: mojorisen914 Jul 29 2011, 11:04 PM

QUOTE(Ferg @ Jul 28 2011, 02:43 PM)

CO gang, I'm planning on driving 2 lane 285 to 50 to 550, anybody else for the senic route?

Posted by: Ferg Jul 30 2011, 07:35 AM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Jul 29 2011, 09:04 PM)

QUOTE(Ferg @ Jul 28 2011, 02:43 PM)

CO gang, I'm planning on driving 2 lane 285 to 50 to 550, anybody else for the senic route?

Ferg, what day are you leaving? I know we are leaving on the 8th and might stay in Crested Butte that night.

Posted by: SLITS Jul 31 2011, 07:33 PM

40 days and counting down ..................

tick tock tic tock tic tock .............

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 31 2011, 07:48 PM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 31 2011, 06:33 PM)

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Jul 31 2011, 10:19 PM

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Jul 31 2011, 07:48 PM)

QUOTE(SLITS @ Jul 31 2011, 06:33 PM)

40 days and counting down ..................

tick tock tic tock tic tock .............

oh man..

Posted by: AZ914 Jul 31 2011, 10:24 PM

QUOTE(Nie Zu Alt @ Jul 31 2011, 09:19 PM)

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 1 2011, 09:43 AM

I am here right now! Where is everyone?

Posted by: SLITS Aug 1 2011, 11:25 AM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Aug 1 2011, 08:43 AM)

I am here right now! Where is everyone?

Posted by: Twise Aug 1 2011, 11:39 AM

Wow - I could call this a birthday present to myself - My birthday is on the 16th, but this could work. I would have to go alone. The old lady is back at school. 1800 miles - give or take.... Any caravans from Temecula / Riverside? Wouldn't want to be alone if something went wrong....

Posted by: eric9144 Aug 1 2011, 11:40 AM

QUOTE(Twise @ Aug 1 2011, 10:39 AM)

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 1 2011, 11:51 AM

QUOTE(Twise @ Aug 1 2011, 10:39 AM)

Posted by: SLITS Aug 1 2011, 04:06 PM

It looks like Andy is headed out Thursday morning last I heard.

Kent and I will be headed out Thursday afternoon about 2:00. Plan is to overnight in Cedar City, UT in the cheapest seats we can find. Will do the final run to Ouray early Friday morn. Hopefully arriving in Ouray around 3 PM (sooner if there are no Utah State Police impeding our progress).

No one else has indicated they were going to do the 1,658 mile round trip.

It's a 2 mile high parteeeeeee!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 2 2011, 10:18 AM

AHDT....





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Posted by: 76-914 Aug 2 2011, 11:38 AM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Aug 2 2011, 09:18 AM)

AHDT....

Posted by: SLITS Aug 2 2011, 01:41 PM

Hmmm ... does it have running water and water heaters or is this the old wash tub by the pot belly stove on Saturday night?

Is that a restaurant next to it? Is it called Squires?

Guess I'll find out in 39 days. Looks like it is keeping in theme .... Rustyic.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 2 2011, 02:01 PM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Aug 2 2011, 02:41 PM)

Hmmm ... does it have running water and water heaters or is this the old wash tub by the pot belly stove on Saturday night?

Is that a restaurant next to it? Is it called Squires?

Guess I'll find out in 39 days. Looks like it is keeping in theme .... Rustyic.

Posted by: Gint Aug 2 2011, 06:08 PM

I seriously doubt I'll have my 914 back together by then.

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 2 2011, 07:10 PM

QUOTE(Gint @ Aug 2 2011, 05:08 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 2 2011, 07:24 PM

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Aug 2 2011, 08:10 PM)

QUOTE(Gint @ Aug 2 2011, 05:08 PM)

I seriously doubt I'll have my 914 back together by then.

Well get crackin'!!

Posted by: Gint Aug 2 2011, 09:28 PM

Motor that's been sitting for a year or more and a rebuilt transaxle laying on the garage floor. I'm going to need a lot of bits and pieces as well as time afterword to work the kinks out. I hate trying to throw crap together in a hurry. I suppose I could flat tow it if I get that far. My job and the heat are sapping my energy, and this time of year I'm spending a lot of free time repairing lawn equipment. In the end it doesn't matter to me if I drive a 914 or not.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 2 2011, 09:52 PM

QUOTE(Gint @ Aug 2 2011, 10:28 PM)

Posted by: SharonG Aug 5 2011, 12:51 PM

I'm working on an attendee list that I'll include at the beginning of the thread. Let me know if I've included you but you're going to be a LOOOOSER and not show up, or if I've inadvertently left you off.

Also, bad news - I think the biergarten is closed, but the good news is we all get to spend time with SLITS after he's powered down Mexican food for Saturday dinner.

Posted by: brant Aug 5 2011, 01:08 PM

Due to the millions of dollars we are all making in these soaring Stock Market times....

We have a new ENTRY FEE for RRC11
the fee this year is $$$$ ZERO!
(please send your check in advance directly to me!)

Seriously
we are going to make all of the meals pay as you go
There are still going to be some SPECTACULAR awards
there are still some AMAZING door prizes
it will still be the same event.
just bring some mulah to pay for your meals.
we will ask for BBQ donations or something
(maybe pitch in for adult refreshments)

I'm starting a seperate T-shirt order thread, which I will coordinate and deliver to the event!

hooray!
brant

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Aug 5 2011, 01:11 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Aug 5 2011, 12:51 PM)

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 5 2011, 01:44 PM

It never fails. At last years RRC I was one of the first to make a deposit on one of the shirts Slowcalandy was selling. I was one of the last to get his shirt. This year I was the first to post a reply to the lodging anouncement you made on clubnarp and you guessed it; I ain't on the list. Is this something Biblical (he who is first, shall be last) or I am the perineal nobody?

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 5 2011, 02:04 PM

QUOTE(brant @ Aug 5 2011, 12:08 PM)

Posted by: SharonG Aug 5 2011, 02:09 PM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Aug 5 2011, 01:44 PM)

It never fails. At last years RRC I was one of the first to make a deposit on one of the shirts Slowcalandy was selling. I was one of the last to get his shirt. This year I was the first to post a reply to the lodging anouncement you made on clubnarp and you guessed it; I ain't on the list. Is this something Biblical (he who is first, shall be last) or I am the perineal nobody?

Posted by: SharonG Aug 5 2011, 02:18 PM

Btw, your time is running out to acquire one of the block of reserved rooms. I'll have to release the un-reserved within the next couple weeks.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 5 2011, 04:56 PM

Oh ya, were on the list and so... looking forward to going! 1370 miles one way. Here we go again

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 5 2011, 04:59 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Aug 5 2011, 01:09 PM)

QUOTE(76-914 @ Aug 5 2011, 01:44 PM)

It never fails. At last years RRC I was one of the first to make a deposit on one of the shirts Slowcalandy was selling. I was one of the last to get his shirt. This year I was the first to post a reply to the lodging anouncement you made on clubnarp and you guessed it; I ain't on the list. Is this something Biblical (he who is first, shall be last) or I am the perineal nobody?

Sorry Dude. I added you. I even put you toward the top of the list!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 5 2011, 05:04 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Aug 5 2011, 11:51 AM)

I'm working on an attendee list that I'll include at the beginning of the thread. Let me know if I've included you but you're going to be a LOOOOSER and not show up, or if I've inadvertently left you off.

Also, bad news - I think the biergarten is closed, but the good news is we all get to spend time with SLITS after he's powered down Mexican food for Saturday dinner.

Posted by: StratPlayer Aug 5 2011, 05:14 PM

put stratplayer and his bride on that list

Posted by: mojorisen914 Aug 5 2011, 06:33 PM

QUOTE(Gint @ Aug 2 2011, 11:28 PM)

Posted by: Gint Aug 5 2011, 07:48 PM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Aug 5 2011, 05:33 PM)

QUOTE(Gint @ Aug 2 2011, 11:28 PM)

Motor that's been sitting for a year or more and a rebuilt transaxle laying on the garage floor. I'm going to need a lot of bits and pieces as well as time afterword to work the kinks out. I hate trying to throw crap together in a hurry. I suppose I could flat tow it if I get that far. My job and the heat are sapping my energy, and this time of year I'm spending a lot of free time repairing lawn equipment. In the end it doesn't matter to me if I drive a 914 or not.

Gint,

Do you want me to come over tomorrow after Coffee and Cars and see if we can get anything done? I'm going to text you with the same offer in case you don't see this tonight.

Shar,

Add my future wife to the list too. Last year at RRC, Brant had her as my wife....LOL. After August 20th, she will be.

Posted by: mojorisen914 Aug 6 2011, 05:52 AM

Just let me know if you need a hand or two.
I might have left the JD Lemonade there. If you like that; I'll make sure I make some from scratch for RRC. It's always better when you make it at home!
I'm going to try and stop by Dougs house today. It's the only day I have open on a weekend for the next few weekends.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 6 2011, 10:48 PM

I spent the entire day working on my CIS in the Alien. I have a few small issues yet but I think I have it dialed in pretty close now. I need to do an oil change yet this week. Sandy and I plan on meeting up with some 928 guys for a fun run next weekend. That will be the test. We should be ready to go.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 7 2011, 09:37 AM

All but one oil leak fixed and I'm not pulling the engine ...

Working on maximum cooling for the climb into the Rockies.

3 "Hail Mary's" and crossed fingers. Maybe I'll do in a Voodoo ritual too! AAA in the pocket.

Now to ditch the Fuchs and go back to Cookies!

Ouray, CO is the next destination .....

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Aug 7 2011, 10:16 AM

I too spent the day getting ready for RRC. The engine is out and I obviously have a few oil leaks to contend with.





Today I'll start degreasing and have a pile of sheet metal to sent to the blaster tomorrow.

We're looking forward to getting this all cleaned up and back on the road to Ouray!

Doug

Posted by: jaminM3 Aug 7 2011, 05:17 PM

I just want to make sure you have my brother in the head count. His name is Jon. He came to Grand Junction and Torrey too.

I relocated the fuel pump to the front, so hopefully the trip won't have all the trouble of the GJ trip.

Posted by: SharonG Aug 8 2011, 08:43 AM

QUOTE(jaminM3 @ Aug 7 2011, 05:17 PM)

Posted by: RiqueMar Aug 8 2011, 11:48 AM

Assuming that I have a sudden 'uptick' in finances, what would be the latest one could register?

Posted by: SharonG Aug 8 2011, 11:50 AM

QUOTE(RiqueMar @ Aug 8 2011, 11:48 AM)

Posted by: RiqueMar Aug 8 2011, 12:21 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Aug 8 2011, 10:50 AM)

We're not doing "registrations" per se, but I have to give up the un-reserved rooms on 8/22 - I don't know what their cancellation policy is. If you don't mind winging it with your lodging, you can let us know you'll attend a few days before the event and that's fine.

Posted by: SharonG Aug 8 2011, 01:10 PM

QUOTE(RiqueMar @ Aug 8 2011, 12:21 PM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Aug 8 2011, 10:50 AM)

We're not doing "registrations" per se, but I have to give up the un-reserved rooms on 8/22 - I don't know what their cancellation policy is. If you don't mind winging it with your lodging, you can let us know you'll attend a few days before the event and that's fine.

Sounds good, I'll just show up the day of, unannounced and hope there's a hotel bench to sleep on... and I'm bringing more shot glasses!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 9 2011, 07:01 AM

30 days and counting down .....

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 9 2011, 07:58 AM

Is this one of your secret pee spots?

Posted by: RiqueMar Aug 9 2011, 08:27 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Aug 9 2011, 06:58 AM)

Posted by: SLITS Aug 9 2011, 10:01 AM

All I try to do is help the dirty rotten stinkin' desert grow green things ...

Posted by: SharonG Aug 11 2011, 09:02 PM

Posted by: Madswede Aug 12 2011, 12:36 AM

I was just going to do that tonight, Sharon! This needed a bump.

By the way, we have a nice list of prize donors already for this event. But what's really the key is that (as of tomorrow, and this is why I'm up a bit late tonight), I'm on vacation for a month before I start a brand new career. At the tail end of this vacation ... it's all about RRC in Ouray! I can't effin' wait!

Posted by: SharonG Aug 13 2011, 07:35 AM

QUOTE(Madswede @ Aug 12 2011, 12:36 AM)

I was just going to do that tonight, Sharon! This needed a bump.

By the way, we have a nice list of prize donors already for this event. But what's really the key is that (as of tomorrow, and this is why I'm up a bit late tonight), I'm on vacation for a month before I start a brand new career. At the tail end of this vacation ... it's all about RRC in Ouray! I can't effin' wait!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 13 2011, 09:24 AM

It's taking just to damn long for September 8th to roll around.

And for Rubberboy ... I am thinking of renting a Jeep to see the tops up close.

Posted by: SharonG Aug 13 2011, 05:55 PM

QUOTE(SLITS @ Aug 13 2011, 09:24 AM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Aug 13 2011, 08:57 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Aug 13 2011, 07:55 PM)

QUOTE(SLITS @ Aug 13 2011, 09:24 AM)

It's taking just to damn long for September 8th to roll around.

I hear ya Soul Brothah!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 14 2011, 09:12 AM

26 DAYS before departure



thanks Greg

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 14 2011, 04:15 PM

I can't wait! Man, I hope my car is ready !@#!*( Thanks to Mike and Joe for inviting me up for a work party in a couple of weeks, that has really helped me get on a roll and feel better about getting the thing done.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 14 2011, 08:49 PM

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Aug 14 2011, 03:15 PM)

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 16 2011, 07:30 AM

Are we there yet? Huh, huh. How much further?

Posted by: SLITS Aug 16 2011, 07:36 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Aug 16 2011, 06:30 AM)

Are we there yet? Huh, huh. How much further?

Posted by: Madswede Aug 17 2011, 05:30 PM

Here's an update on a personal note: Went over to a friend's tire shop in Santa Fe today and put the 968 on the lift to try to do an alignment. Instead we found some issues that really need attention, and reiterated the stuff I already knew about from when Joe was here putting the engine back together.

The explanation for why she's been acting a bit squirrelly in handling recently is that the upper control arm bushings are shot, especially on the right side (see last paragraph below). Also need new bushings for the sway bar. Now I understand why I feel/hear a "clunk" when I hit a rut/driveway bump at low speeds and why she pulls right under breaking. I only play a smart guy at work.

A chronic oil leak probably had something to do with the bushings going out as well as the starter being on its last legs. At least now I can upgrade the bushings. It seems the leak is from the rear of the lower balance shaft, a famous weak point for 944/968s it seems. Also a new water pump is needed soon - it's a slow enough leak that I can just watch it carefully for a bit, but I know it's never a good idea to put such things off.

Part of the explanation why the bushing is so bad is that I curbed the car recently. In my defense, she wasn't handling up to par since the bushing was a pre-existing issue (it's got worse of course). I'm going to replace the right front tire too, which only has a couple hundred miles on it. I didn't curb it too badly, but it's enough to warrant a new tire.

Pissed at myself for driving aggressively on a rain runoff part of the road (it was dry, but sandy/gravelly) and showing off for a girl. Yes, I was sober (seriously!). Coulda been much worse, I guess. Learn from my mistakes!

If the 968 won't make it in time, I'll just take the truck. I WILL be there.

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 17 2011, 08:16 PM

Nelson.. Git'er Done!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 18 2011, 06:31 AM

22 days before rapture ......

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 19 2011, 08:36 AM

3 weeks. Let the tune ups begin.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 19 2011, 10:22 PM

I just got sent to the Bismarck North Dakota area for the next 3 weeks, The claims guy that is there is swamped and can't keep up. But the Alien is ready to roll. I'll be working 7 days a week until the 7th. I'll have a shit load of work to take with me but Sandy can drive and I can work. I hope...

Posted by: map Aug 20 2011, 10:37 AM

My first post on this thread. Don't hang out on the board much, but I do hang out at the rrc. Diane and I made reservations at the Hot Springs Inn, Friday and Saturday.

Here's some pics from last year. See you there.

Check out ‘RRC 2010’ at http://gallery.me.com/mapwizard/100079

Pieper

Posted by: SharonG Aug 21 2011, 05:11 PM

Last 2 days to get in on the group hotel reservation and last day for t-shirt order. 19 days til the event!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 21 2011, 10:47 PM

Installed new cigar lighter so I can plug in phone or GPS, installed JWest Fog Light Flasher**** and painted my nuts flat black.

*** So I can flash those stupid assdraggers and boxsters to get outa my way as I'm comin' through.

Posted by: Gint Aug 22 2011, 06:11 AM

I'm looking for a deck lid "R" in silver. If anyone has one in great shape with pins and can bring it to RRC I'd appreciate it.

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 26 2011, 04:12 PM

2 weeks and counting.

Posted by: SharonG Aug 27 2011, 05:05 PM

I hung on to 1 reservation at Hot Springs Inn just in case... I can hang on to it for another week.

Let me know if you see errors on my attendee list (1st post in this thread).

Posted by: mojorisen914 Aug 27 2011, 05:48 PM

Are we there yet? Well, ARE we?

Posted by: SLITS Aug 28 2011, 10:16 AM

12 Days till departure

11 days tillPARTEEE



Yeah .... it's that big!!!

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 28 2011, 10:25 AM

Is that the shot I took of you at Mt. Peter? I caught a hell of a cold a few days ago and am happy for it. That means I'll be well for RRC 2011 and won't worry about coming down with something that weekend. Hey Ron, feel like a detour thru the Grand Canyon on the flip flop?

Posted by: SLITS Aug 28 2011, 10:28 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Aug 28 2011, 09:25 AM)

Is that the shot I took of you at Mt. Peter? I caught a hell of a cold a few days ago and am happy for it. That means I'll be well for RRC 2011 and won't worry about coming down with something that weekend. Hey Ron, feel like a detour thru the Grand Canyon on the flip flop?

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 29 2011, 12:56 PM

11 days and counting.....................

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 29 2011, 06:02 PM

Anyone have a rear trunk lock pin. Mine is worn badly and I don't have time to fix it. My trunk won't stay closed. If you bring me one I will pay you for it.

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 29 2011, 06:04 PM

I will look and bring the whole enchalatta

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 29 2011, 06:12 PM

QUOTE(Socalandy @ Aug 29 2011, 07:04 PM)

I will look and bring the whole enchalatta

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 30 2011, 09:02 AM

Rain, rain and more rain this week. Then the WX Gods intervene, part the clouds and give us sun and refreshing temps. Anyone packed, yet?

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 30 2011, 09:40 AM

Crunch time!!
Still need to bleed brakes, wire a couple of gauges, put the engine and trunk lids on (new hinge mount), valances, lower dash, console, backpad.... and other misc crap.

AHHHH!! I'll get it done..

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 30 2011, 11:35 AM

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Aug 30 2011, 08:40 AM)

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 30 2011, 11:47 AM

QUOTE(MoveQik @ Aug 30 2011, 10:35 AM)

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Aug 30 2011, 08:40 AM)

Crunch time!!
Still need to bleed brakes, wire a couple of gauges, put the engine and trunk lids on (new hinge mount), valances, lower dash, console, backpad.... and other misc crap.

AHHHH!! I'll get it done..

Get off the damn computer and get out to the garage!

Posted by: RiqueMar Aug 30 2011, 12:53 PM

QUOTE(MoveQik @ Aug 30 2011, 10:35 AM)

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Aug 30 2011, 08:40 AM)

Crunch time!!
Still need to bleed brakes, wire a couple of gauges, put the engine and trunk lids on (new hinge mount), valances, lower dash, console, backpad.... and other misc crap.

AHHHH!! I'll get it done..

Get off the damn computer and get out to the garage!

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 30 2011, 01:07 PM

QUOTE(RiqueMar @ Aug 30 2011, 11:53 AM)

QUOTE(MoveQik @ Aug 30 2011, 10:35 AM)

QUOTE(AZ914 @ Aug 30 2011, 08:40 AM)

Crunch time!!
Still need to bleed brakes, wire a couple of gauges, put the engine and trunk lids on (new hinge mount), valances, lower dash, console, backpad.... and other misc crap.

AHHHH!! I'll get it done..

Get off the damn computer and get out to the garage!

You know Wills, not eeeveryone can just pack up their engine and send it to Florida

Posted by: SLITS Aug 31 2011, 07:05 AM

T-10

Posted by: StratPlayer Aug 31 2011, 09:54 AM

Had some skin cancer removed from my forehead monday. Right now both my eyes are black and almost swollen shut. I got 10 days to heal up and look presentable.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 31 2011, 10:17 AM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Aug 31 2011, 08:54 AM)

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 31 2011, 06:51 PM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Aug 31 2011, 08:54 AM)

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 31 2011, 08:00 PM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Aug 31 2011, 10:54 AM)

Posted by: StratPlayer Sep 1 2011, 12:03 PM

Skin cancer has no preference where it decides to show up...

Posted by: Madswede Sep 1 2011, 07:31 PM

Almost one week to go!

Got the 968 almost ready. Leaks fixed, new bushings, new starter, front brake pads, clutch pedal fixed, and alignment done. Just need to mount new right front tire and I'm good to go!

Posted by: majkos Sep 1 2011, 09:01 PM

QUOTE(Madswede @ Sep 1 2011, 05:31 PM)

Almost one week to go!

Got the 968 almost ready. Leaks fixed, new bushings, new starter, front brake pads, clutch pedal fixed, and alignment done. Just need to mount new right front tire and I'm good to go!

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 2 2011, 09:05 AM

QUOTE(majkos @ Sep 1 2011, 11:01 PM)

QUOTE(Madswede @ Sep 1 2011, 05:31 PM)

Almost one week to go!

Got the 968 almost ready. Leaks fixed, new bushings, new starter, front brake pads, clutch pedal fixed, and alignment done. Just need to mount new right front tire and I'm good to go!

Pisss! Dude this is a "914" get together

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 2 2011, 09:06 AM

Did Slits forget how to count? I didn't see a new T minus???

Posted by: Madswede Sep 2 2011, 02:37 PM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Sep 2 2011, 09:05 AM)

QUOTE(majkos @ Sep 1 2011, 11:01 PM)

QUOTE(Madswede @ Sep 1 2011, 05:31 PM)

Almost one week to go!

Got the 968 almost ready. Leaks fixed, new bushings, new starter, front brake pads, clutch pedal fixed, and alignment done. Just need to mount new right front tire and I'm good to go!

Pisss! Dude this is a "914" get together

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 2 2011, 08:11 PM

I thought all the guys that live within walking distance tow their 914's.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 2 2011, 09:45 PM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Sep 2 2011, 08:06 AM)

Did Slits forget how to count? I didn't see a new T minus???

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 3 2011, 08:29 AM

I left Bismarck early and got home last night. I need to change out the broken door handle I got from Mike (Kirmizi) (thanks again!)

While I was out of town I had my son Aric bring the car to the tire shop and have the front tires re-balanced. I has a speed sensitive vibration that was bugging me. It sounds like were leaving before noon on Wednesday.

Hey, Colorado guys and gurls, What route are you taking?

Posted by: majkos Sep 3 2011, 09:16 AM

Are you coming thru Denver ?

Its not looking to good for me for RRC, (7-11 work)

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 3 2011, 01:16 PM

QUOTE(majkos @ Sep 3 2011, 08:16 AM)

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 3 2011, 07:44 PM

Glad your working Kevin. Sux it has be that weekend though.

So back to my question.

What day are you guys leaving?

What route are you planning on taking?

Oh, and I know some of you can't caravan but what route are you planning to take anyway?

I was thinking of driving to Albuquerque and meeting up with the Arizona guys but the thread on NARP say's you guys are leaving Thursday. I can't make it there until Friday.

Posted by: majkos Sep 3 2011, 08:09 PM

Yeah, yeah, yeah, work is good $$$$
but Red Rock Classic!? Priceless!

Posted by: Madswede Sep 3 2011, 08:24 PM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 3 2011, 07:44 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 3 2011, 11:18 PM

QUOTE(Madswede @ Sep 3 2011, 09:24 PM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 3 2011, 07:44 PM)

Oh, and I know some of you can't caravan but what route are you planning to take anyway?

I was thinking of driving to Albuquerque and meeting up with the Arizona guys but the thread on NARP say's you guys are leaving Thursday. I can't make it there until Friday.

So what is wrong with us new mexican guys? We will be driving up from albuquerque on friday.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 4 2011, 08:10 AM

T-5 for Departure / T-6 for Party







Oh Almighty Dr. Ferry ... I ask that you watch over my on my journey ... keep the oil smoke/fuel fumes out of the cabin and keep my tensioners in place. May my CVs not break ... may my fuel pump function in heat and altitude ... may my injectors not run lean ... Ano Domini Good Cookie ...

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 4 2011, 08:31 AM

Are we still on schedule for 1400 departure? Are we a flight of 2 or is anyone else tagging along?

Posted by: SLITS Sep 4 2011, 08:44 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Sep 4 2011, 07:31 AM)

Are we still on schedule for 1400 departure? Are we a flight of 2 or is anyone else tagging along?

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 4 2011, 09:23 AM

Done. I'll try to stay sober until then.

Posted by: Madswede Sep 4 2011, 11:01 AM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 3 2011, 11:18 PM)

QUOTE(Madswede @ Sep 3 2011, 09:24 PM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 3 2011, 07:44 PM)

Oh, and I know some of you can't caravan but what route are you planning to take anyway?

I was thinking of driving to Albuquerque and meeting up with the Arizona guys but the thread on NARP say's you guys are leaving Thursday. I can't make it there until Friday.

So what is wrong with us new mexican guys? We will be driving up from albuquerque on friday.

I must have mis-read the NARP thread. I thought all you guys were heading out Thurday. Were leaving town Wednesday morning like 10 am. Sandy has to check in at work but she's ditching out before noon. I was thinking of maybe stopping in Kansas Wednesday night. It's about 800 miles, 11 hrs Wednesday, then about 600, 9 hrs to Albuquerque Thursday.

We maybe able to make that work.

Posted by: StratPlayer Sep 4 2011, 04:54 PM

Hey 76-914 make sure you air box is on the right way before you leave town..........

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 4 2011, 07:20 PM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Sep 4 2011, 03:54 PM)

Hey 76-914 make sure you air box is on the right way before you leave town..........

Posted by: SLITS Sep 5 2011, 06:56 AM

T-4

Posted by: Gint Sep 5 2011, 08:33 AM

We're not leaving until Friday morning and we're probably going to have to stop at Costco before we leave. Last I heard, Brant is riding with Shar and I in our trunk so we can haul back a motor Jason is dragging up to Ouray.

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 5 2011, 08:37 AM

Your making him ride in the trunk? That's cold, man.

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 5 2011, 09:02 AM

Making the final preperations

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 5 2011, 09:14 AM

Because I was able to leave Bismarck early I had time to fix some stuff. Andy, I fixed my rear trunk pin so I don't need one now. Thanks!

I replaced the broke door handle on the right side and pulled the left handle and re-keyed the lock so I can now unlock the car from both doors. It would have been bad to break a handle on the right with the doors locked

I discovered the bracket that supports my coolant surge tank was completely broken off from both ends. I spent a couple hours repairing that. (effin pot holes here!) I think were ready to roll now.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 5 2011, 09:56 AM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Sep 5 2011, 08:37 AM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 3 2011, 08:29 AM)

Posted by: StratPlayer Sep 5 2011, 10:33 AM

Hoping we have good weather......

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 5 2011, 10:40 AM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Sep 5 2011, 09:33 AM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 5 2011, 12:30 PM

They're calling for rain the whole time w/ temps in the mid 50's. Not really liking the forecast.

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 5 2011, 12:32 PM

QUOTE(StratPlayer @ Sep 5 2011, 12:33 PM)

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 5 2011, 12:33 PM

Yeah, I'm giving God until tomorrow to part the sky. I ain't driving from SoCal to sit in the rain.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 5 2011, 12:42 PM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Sep 5 2011, 12:30 PM)

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2011, 01:49 PM

Give the weather 10 minutes in Western Colorado and it will change. We were in Ouray for a week last month...rained for a half hour every day, but was very pleasant.


If anyone is going through Grand Junction, give me a buzz and stop in to say hi! 970nineeight580oneNiner

We are only two blocks off of Highway 50.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 5 2011, 02:00 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 01:49 PM)

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2011, 03:10 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 5 2011, 02:00 PM)

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 01:49 PM)

Give the weather 10 minutes in Western Colorado and it will change. We were in Ouray for a week last month...rained for a half hour every day, but was very pleasant.


If anyone is going through Grand Junction, give me a buzz and stop in to say hi! 970nineeight580oneNiner

We are only two blocks off of Highway 50.

Does that mean you guys aren't coming?

Posted by: SharonG Sep 5 2011, 03:15 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 03:10 PM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 5 2011, 02:00 PM)

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 01:49 PM)

Give the weather 10 minutes in Western Colorado and it will change. We were in Ouray for a week last month...rained for a half hour every day, but was very pleasant.


If anyone is going through Grand Junction, give me a buzz and stop in to say hi! 970nineeight580oneNiner

We are only two blocks off of Highway 50.

Does that mean you guys aren't coming?

Trying to negotiate a deal right now. We may be down there in Neverland II.

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 5 2011, 05:57 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 03:49 PM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 5 2011, 05:59 PM

I guess if it's raining; we can sit inside and have Slits explain why the Utah shit is so harsch.....

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 5 2011, 06:55 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 5 2011, 04:15 PM)

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 03:10 PM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 5 2011, 02:00 PM)

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 5 2011, 01:49 PM)

Give the weather 10 minutes in Western Colorado and it will change. We were in Ouray for a week last month...rained for a half hour every day, but was very pleasant.


If anyone is going through Grand Junction, give me a buzz and stop in to say hi! 970nineeight580oneNiner

We are only two blocks off of Highway 50.

Does that mean you guys aren't coming?

Trying to negotiate a deal right now. We may be down there in Neverland II.

I hope so!!!

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 5 2011, 08:40 PM

High in the 60s? I haven't been that cold in 6 months... Hope the rain passes...

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 5 2011, 10:04 PM

Highs 63-65 and only 30% chance of precip. That sounds like perfect weather to me!

Posted by: SLITS Sep 6 2011, 06:55 AM

I don't care if it rains or freezes,
As long as I have my plastic Jesus,
Ridin' on the dashboard of my car.

Comes in colors luminescent,
Makes a damn good Christmas present,
Ridin' on the dashboard of my car.

You fuchers put that song in my head and I can't get rid of it.

As long as it doesn't snow, I'm ok ... Snow on the way and freezing temps in Moab one year ... All is good!

T-2.5

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 6 2011, 02:20 PM

We will be there! Got everything sorted so we can spend Friday and Saturday nights warming up in the parking lot!

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 6 2011, 02:55 PM

Good deal! Bring firewood. We're going to need it.....

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 6 2011, 03:59 PM

Who need firewood when you have booze?

Posted by: majkos Sep 6 2011, 07:28 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 6 2011, 01:59 PM)

Who need firewood when you have booze?

Posted by: SharonG Sep 6 2011, 08:43 PM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Sep 6 2011, 02:55 PM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 6 2011, 09:10 PM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 6 2011, 10:43 PM)

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Sep 6 2011, 02:55 PM)

Good deal! Bring firewood. We're going to need it.....

Everyone knows that at a 914 event, we warm ourselves next to a gas grill with the lid propped open by an aluminum can that everyone has to touch at least once since aluminum doesn't retain heat.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 7 2011, 06:48 AM

T-1.5

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 7 2011, 07:27 AM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 6 2011, 07:43 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 7 2011, 07:47 AM

I'm loading the car. We will be on the road by 10:00 am today.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 7 2011, 10:17 AM

QUOTE(MoveQik @ Sep 7 2011, 07:27 AM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 6 2011, 07:43 PM)

Everyone knows that at a 914 event, we warm ourselves next to a gas grill with the lid propped open by an aluminum can that everyone has to touch at least once since aluminum doesn't retain heat.

That is stupid. No one would really do that.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 7 2011, 10:29 AM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 7 2011, 07:47 AM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 7 2011, 11:09 AM

Loading takes place after work. Will be on the road around 5ish today....

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 7 2011, 02:55 PM

Is McMark making one of those thread dumoflotchies that we can post our pics to?

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 7 2011, 03:37 PM

Live event uploader...hmmm

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 7 2011, 05:52 PM

Has Rick broken down yet?

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 7 2011, 09:35 PM

QUOTE(Eric_Shea @ Sep 7 2011, 06:52 PM)

Has Rick broken down yet?

Posted by: SLITS Sep 8 2011, 06:03 AM

T- LESS THAN 8 HOURS

I am so outta here ....

With the temps in the desert, I just may lose some weight

Now if the s will give me a pass ........ "Ludicrous Speed"

What year or how many pins on the headlight switch Rick?

Posted by: Gint Sep 8 2011, 06:14 AM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 7 2011, 08:35 PM)

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 8 2011, 07:59 AM

I just sent a PM to McMark requesting a Live Event Uploader. Not sure if anyone has done so yet.

Hopefully we didn't bombard him with PMs.

Posted by: Ferg Sep 8 2011, 08:10 AM

QUOTE(Gint @ Sep 8 2011, 04:14 AM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 7 2011, 08:35 PM)

Oh, were on Omaha, NE. for the night. We will make Denver tomorrow night.

I still don't know if any of the Colorado guys are running together and if so where your meeting.

I'll call ya later.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 8 2011, 08:34 AM

QUOTE(MoveQik @ Sep 7 2011, 07:27 AM)

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 6 2011, 07:43 PM)

Everyone knows that at a 914 event, we warm ourselves next to a gas grill with the lid propped open by an aluminum can that everyone has to touch at least once since aluminum doesn't retain heat.

That is stupid. No one would really do that.

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 8 2011, 08:49 AM

I'm at the base of the mountains west of Pueblo. I'll be in Ouray this afternoon. See everyone there.

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 8 2011, 09:13 AM

QUOTE(Ferg @ Sep 8 2011, 07:10 AM)

QUOTE(Gint @ Sep 8 2011, 04:14 AM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 7 2011, 08:35 PM)

Oh, were on Omaha, NE. for the night. We will make Denver tomorrow night.

I still don't know if any of the Colorado guys are running together and if so where your meeting.

I'll call ya later.

If something comes together let me know, my original plan is to leave early tomorrow, I'm fighting a nasty cold that is so far kicking my ass.

Posted by: McMark Sep 8 2011, 09:20 AM

Everyone should have a crappy time, so I don't feel bad about missing it this year.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2011, 09:24 AM

Bring long sleeves.




Attached image(s)

Posted by: McMark Sep 8 2011, 09:52 AM

Event Uploader appears to be working. Start sending in those pictures!

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 8 2011, 10:02 AM

QUOTE(McMark @ Sep 8 2011, 08:52 AM)

Event Uploader appears to be working. Start sending in those pictures!

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 8 2011, 10:23 AM

Thx Mark.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 8 2011, 11:03 AM

Lift off in 1.5 hours

Posted by: McMark Sep 8 2011, 11:49 AM

No pictures yet... If the script breaks, it's your fault for not testing it.

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 8 2011, 01:37 PM

QUOTE(McMark @ Sep 8 2011, 11:52 AM)

Event Uploader appears to be working. Start sending in those pictures!

Posted by: McMark Sep 8 2011, 01:39 PM

rrc@originalcustoms.com

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 8 2011, 03:23 PM

The weather is nice here in Ouray.

There's an extra bed in my room in case there is some one who would rather share a room. Let me know.

Posted by: Madswede Sep 8 2011, 06:21 PM

Weather looks good for our trip through the passes up from the high desert, a bit cool and we're gonna get rained on for sure, I think, so I'm bringing LizO an extra rain coat while she powers through it without a top.

For her car, that is.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2011, 06:35 PM

QUOTE(Madswede @ Sep 8 2011, 06:21 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 8 2011, 08:32 PM

Were in Idaho Springs, CO. and were leaving early in the morning for Ouray. I have a file I have to work on and the hotel were in has crap for WI FI signal. I'll be lucky to get this post to work.

Posted by: Ferg Sep 8 2011, 09:04 PM

Rick PM your cell

I'll keep an eye our for you when I pass through early am.

I'll be in the Miata (red) not the 911

Ferg

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 8 2011, 09:08 PM

QUOTE(Ferg @ Sep 8 2011, 10:04 PM)

Rick PM your cell

I'll keep an eye our for you when I pass through early am.

I'll be in the Miata (red) not the 911

Ferg

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 8 2011, 09:15 PM

Ferg, Are you going down 50 by Grand Junction, or ?

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 8 2011, 09:36 PM

Livin' it up in Gallup! Ouray tomorrow.

Posted by: Ferg Sep 8 2011, 09:54 PM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 8 2011, 07:15 PM)

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2011, 09:56 PM

QUOTE(Ferg @ Sep 8 2011, 09:04 PM)

Rick PM your cell

I'll keep an eye our for you when I pass through early am.

I'll be in the Miata (pink) not the 911

Ferg

Posted by: Nie Zu Alt Sep 8 2011, 09:56 PM

We are leaving Denver tomorrow morning, out the 285 to the 50, then to Ouray. Sadly the 914 will stay in my garage, didn't quite get it back together in time. So, we'll be cruising in the Subaru. Looking forward to meeting y'all.

Doug

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 8 2011, 10:13 PM

Ron, Toast n me r n Cedar City, UT for the nite. Hasta mañana.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2011, 10:46 PM

Ken, if you guys can make it to Grand Junction in time, we are leaving here around noon.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2011, 10:52 PM

What RRC means to me:

Posted by: map Sep 8 2011, 11:06 PM

QUOTE(Nie Zu Alt @ Sep 8 2011, 09:56 PM)

Posted by: mojorisen914 Sep 9 2011, 05:42 AM

It's 5:40am and it's a blistering 56 degrees in Ouray.

Posted by: map Sep 9 2011, 08:37 AM

QUOTE(mojorisen914 @ Sep 9 2011, 05:42 AM)

Posted by: shelby/914 Sep 9 2011, 08:50 AM

Finally leaving, driving another donor car. subaru. See you all this afternoon.

Dan

Posted by: SLITS Sep 9 2011, 09:00 AM

Damn, stuck in Cedar City. Kent's car will fire but won't continue running. Any ideas. Tow to Ouray is out of the question.

Changed fuel pump.

Tried changing fuel pressure.

Can a Petronix be intermittent?

Whee ......

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 9 2011, 11:00 AM

Ron, if you guys get to Junction and need a garage, let me know. I will get you the garage code.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 9 2011, 03:17 PM

So were here in Ouray. It's raining and everyone went different directions. We need a plan "B" like a resturaunt or someplace other than a parking lot.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 9 2011, 03:26 PM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 9 2011, 03:17 PM)

So were here in Ouray. It's raining and everyone went different directions. We need a plan "B" like a resturaunt or someplace other than a parking lot.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 9 2011, 03:35 PM

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 9 2011, 03:26 PM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 9 2011, 03:17 PM)

So were here in Ouray. It's raining and everyone went different directions. We need a plan "B" like a resturaunt or someplace other than a parking lot.

Oh, and the first post say's BBQ Friday night. But doesn't say where.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 10 2011, 09:05 AM

QUOTE(SharonG @ Sep 9 2011, 03:35 PM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 9 2011, 03:26 PM)

QUOTE(rick 918-S @ Sep 9 2011, 03:17 PM)

So were here in Ouray. It's raining and everyone went different directions. We need a plan "B" like a resturaunt or someplace other than a parking lot.

Oh, and the first post say's BBQ Friday night. But doesn't say where.

At Timber Ridge.

Posted by: majkos Sep 10 2011, 09:47 AM

I want to be jelous!

You tube video?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 10 2011, 10:04 AM

Posted by: majkos Sep 11 2011, 06:35 PM

Ok all you all Red Rockers!
Check in! I do not want to hear a brother (or Sis) in need of help

Please every-body get home ok??

"It's all Good"

Kent? even MAKE IT ?

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 11 2011, 07:02 PM

Last I heard was that Kent finally got the white car running this morning and got on the road.

Posted by: majkos Sep 11 2011, 08:15 PM

Thanks Bro.
The last thing me and Henna want to hear is a Brother need help,
God bless, "Everyone" as Henna would have said.

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 11 2011, 08:47 PM

QUOTE(Sleepin @ Sep 11 2011, 06:02 PM)

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 11 2011, 08:52 PM

After the whole engine was disassembled and reassembled multiple times, it was noticed that the distributor cap was missing a contact...at least that is the version I heard.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 11 2011, 09:47 PM

Susie and Jeff stopped in for a beer. On the way to Boise tonight.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 11 2011, 10:03 PM

Sandy and I are in Lusk WY. Were headed for the Black Hills in the morning. So far no real issues.

I would really like to see Kent post. I have been where he is with a dead car and no way to get it home. It's not fun but is has to be an acceptable part of the risk of a long distance road trip.

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 11 2011, 10:40 PM

I was there when he drove off, after the cap and timing Sat. night we called it quits but the reason it didnt fire was the head temp sesor was not reconnected.

Kent plugged it in and tuned it with the timming light and hit the road

had a great time and will post pics and video ASAP

Posted by: SLITS Sep 12 2011, 08:38 AM

I left Ouray at 7 AM. Kent caught up to me in Green River, UT ... after I killed 3 hours in various places.

He used a full tank of gas between Ridgefield and Las Vegas ... found his return line pinched off by the air cleaner.

He made it home about 11:00 PM just like me .... hell of a run ... rain, hail, snow over the passes and one hell of a storm in St George, UT.

All is good.

Posted by: Gint Sep 12 2011, 09:05 AM

Glad to hear that worked out OK.

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 12 2011, 09:07 AM

Good to hear he got it straightened out.

Posted by: StratPlayer Sep 12 2011, 09:12 AM

Glad he made it back home....

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 12 2011, 02:09 PM

It's true. It's all true. I think the only reason that I made it to Ouray is that Ron ran his finger over the center contact and it popped out it's last .010". The car wasn't the problem; it was the owner. I missed that in my pre trip inspection. I also have a good idea of what I need to travel with for future breakdowns. Mine and others. Tony Binglis used to tell me that planes don't "just break down". They've been trying to tell you about the upcoming breakdown and you weren't listening. This is a good example. Mine told me 3 weeks ago. The idle mysteriously dropped. The car basically sat until the run to RRC. The 2nd time it told me was climbing the runs out of SoCal. The performance just wasn't there which I passed off as a tired engine. (Yeah; tired of my lack of concern.) When I got it started Sunday morning it tried to tell me that I had missed something. But in my rush to "get the hell out of Dodge" while it was running I turned a deaf ear to it's protest. To wit: gas pressure. A mistake that I shouldn't have made. Believe your gages before your intuition. The gage sender was in question after variances of 40psi between desert temps of 107F to an evening temp of 58F. So when I saw the pressure pegged at 100+ psi I thought that it had rolled over and died. But as Slits mentioned, I was going thru gas twice as fast as his 6 So, while I waited in Jean to hook up with Ron I decdided to investigate a new gas smell. I found gas on the left side of the engine bay and thought that an injector was the culprit but traced it back the the PRV. It was the one I had gotten from Eric and it was leaking at the adjusting screw. No problem. I just put the old one back on. When I pulled the discharge side off the PRV it didn't spill any gas. Hmmm. Then I removed the hose from the other side and it shot gas everywhere. When I removed the air cleaner to improve access to the PRV the problem revealed itself. I had clamped the air box over the return line rendering the PRV useless. The gage was right! That's the nuts "n bolts" of it. But all good stories have their heroes and this one is no different. I would like to thank Brant, Joe O., Ron, Melba, Ed, Andy, Ed dV and Doug for their undying dedication to these cars and the people that drive them. These people were out working on someone else's (me) car until 1:30 am while missing "the party". Thank you from the bottom of my heart. kent ps I think one of my CV's went south a few blocks from home last night. I made it in but it was shaking. Whew!

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 12 2011, 02:23 PM

Glad you made it Kent. I hate it when someone has a problem, but I love it when I can help out with something that I brought along. My theory is that if I bring, it won't need it for myself - it's working well so far! Next year there will be a spare distro cap in the trunk.

Posted by: 76-914 Sep 12 2011, 02:32 PM

QUOTE(ThinAir @ Sep 12 2011, 01:23 PM)

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 12 2011, 02:45 PM

Good to hear Kent!

Posted by: brant Sep 12 2011, 03:25 PM

wow

I'm so glad to hear you made it Kent!
glad everyone is making it back

Posted by: RS22b Oct 9 2011, 03:53 PM

QUOTE(brant @ Sep 12 2011, 05:25 PM)

Posted by: SharonG Oct 9 2011, 07:27 PM

QUOTE(RS22b @ Oct 9 2011, 03:53 PM)

QUOTE(brant @ Sep 12 2011, 05:25 PM)

wow

I'm so glad to hear you made it Kent!
glad everyone is making it back

I always dream of going to this event, but find it really hard to make the trip out with a car that doesn't really run correctly ever and the fact that im from NJ...

PICS and videos please? Just want to dream of one year making it out...

thanks! and hope all had a good time!