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Posted by: SharonG Jun 18 2013, 02:30 PM

This is the hotel info:

Best Western Mountain Shadows
3255 Main Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5200
This hotel is 1/2 block south of Caboose.
$119 with AAA discount - I didn't reserve a block of rooms - the quote they gave me a few weeks ago seemed higher than reserving online

Caboose Motel - SOLD OUT
3363 Main Ave, Durango, CO ‎
(970) 247-1191
caboosemoteldurango.com

Event Schedule:
 Red_Rocks_Classic_2013.pdf ( 487.7k ) Number of downloads: 180


Friday, September 6:

• Arrive at hotel and hang out until it’s time for the BBQ – Mike said you can head to his house and expect a cold beverage any time after 3pm.
• 5:00pm: BBQ at Mike and Mary Moorman’s - see attachment for map.
• 10pm: BBQ complete – continue festivities at motel parking lot. THANKS MIKE AND MARY!!!

Saturday, September 7:
• 9:14am: Gather at photo op location near Mike Moorman’s place. I’ll hand out lunches to folks who asked for the lunch option. See attachment for map.
• 10am: Leave for drive
• Stop at Silverton
• Stop at Ouray overlook
• 1pm: Stop in Telluride for lunch and sightseeing (map in attachment) – there are no defined plans so do whatever you want. The gondola is free. There are shops in town. It looks like there are several good lunch options if you’d rather grab lunch in Telluride. Disclaimer: I’m not bailing anyone out of jail.
• 3pm: Drive out of parking lot to continue counterclockwise drive
• Stop at Lizard Head Pass
• Stop at Priest Gulch Campground (snack and pit stop)
• Arrive at Hotel
• 7:30pm: Dinner at Dalton Ranch Golf Club (map in attachment)
• After Dinner: Continue hootin’, hollerin’ and shenanigans at the motel parking lot

Sunday, September 8:
• Depart Durango and head for next adventure (make your own darn breakfast plans! )

Dinner is $25 and if you want a picnic lunch (sandwich, chips, fruit, veggies, dessert) it's $10. You can give me cash or a check at the event, or paypal me gintersm@yahoo.com.

T-shirts - design by Eric Lowe - t-shirts are ordered!





Awards by Jason Luurs (thanks Jason!!!)

ATTENDEE LIST - please let me know if you are joining and not on the list, or bringing someone with so we plan for enough folks for lunch / dinner:

SharonG + Gint
MoveQik
AZ914 + Becky
Ferg - out
Michael7810
Socalandy + Karen - out
Danny + Mrs. Danny - out
Eric Shea (+ fam?)
jsconst
EllYut
Kansas 914 + Mrs. 914
VegasRacer
brant
Sleepin + Val
mrbubblehead
ThinAir + Mike
Nacho + sixnotfour
hotshoe914
ejm
Jen Morrow
rnellums
jim hoyland
Travis Neff - out
1stworks
dave29 + Lisa
JRust - out
Pieper + Diane
SLITS
Toast

SEE YOU THERE!!!

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 18 2013, 02:44 PM

Room is booked.

Posted by: michael7810 Jun 18 2013, 03:02 PM

Hotel booked

Posted by: Ferg Jun 18 2013, 03:35 PM

Can I bring the AssDragger ?

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 18 2013, 04:00 PM

Now I have to finish my car!!! Room booked

Posted by: Ferg Jun 18 2013, 04:04 PM

Go go Andy! Poor Wills, there goes "best in show"

Posted by: shelby/914 Jun 18 2013, 04:06 PM

Reservation made, but it sounded like trailer parking may be some what of a bear as the truck and trailer will have be unhooked and parked separately. Has anyone actually seen the facility layout?

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 18 2013, 04:10 PM

Now he can't even win 'Best Narrow-Body Yellow Six' any longer...

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 18 2013, 04:37 PM

Go to google street view and drive around the block. There is a big parking lot next to the motel.

I will book when I get back from Nashville.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 18 2013, 04:38 PM

Yes No Miata

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 18 2013, 04:42 PM

You guys are fools! You KNOW the award everyone wants is "Best Mildly Flared Yellow '75 3.2". All the other awards are just 2nd place.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 18 2013, 04:43 PM

chiwawa in a yellow OG -6

Posted by: shelby/914 Jun 18 2013, 04:48 PM

Go to google street view and drive around the block. There is a big parking lot next to the motel.


I ask about it, she said it does not belong to the motel. Didn't say we couldn't use it, but didn't say we could. Clerk seemed a bit surprised that people might be trailering in some of the cars. Longest trip yet in mine since putting it back together has been about 80 miles and I don't think the wife would like the noise and no a/c for a day. She would rather ride n the truck. You know what they say, happy wife happy life.

Dan

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 18 2013, 04:50 PM

If you can't spell the dog's breed correctly, you can't win the award.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 18 2013, 05:08 PM

chiwawa=Nacho

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 18 2013, 05:10 PM

Booked - There goes the neighborhood.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 18 2013, 05:11 PM

Oh brother... thank God he can wrench on shit.

Posted by: kg6dxn Jun 18 2013, 06:01 PM

Thinking about it...

1046 miles is a long way to go...

Posted by: SharonG Jun 18 2013, 07:23 PM

Sorry Danny, I didn't even think about parking for trailers. I'll see if there's a location close where trailers can be parked.

Posted by: jsconst Jun 18 2013, 08:31 PM

Room booked.




Jeff

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 18 2013, 09:10 PM

Not really, I drove that each way to get to Hershey.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 18 2013, 09:51 PM

See you there then Donald?

Posted by: kg6dxn Jun 18 2013, 09:53 PM

Let me add... 1046 miles is a long way to go... through the desert....

Posted by: jsconst Jun 18 2013, 10:26 PM

Ah come one Mike, you know you want to.

I'm driving to Albuquerque, then Atlanta TX, then back to Albuquerque, then Durango, then home.
Then three days after getting home I'm driving to Wyoming for antelope season.

You can do it.

Jeff

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 18 2013, 11:37 PM

I'm going to try to be there and if I am I won't be trailering my car. Sheesh! Some people!!

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 19 2013, 12:06 AM

Add a couple of hours to your drive and come here on Wednesday or Thursday. We'll BBQ some tofu and then head up together from here.

Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 19 2013, 12:52 AM

Elliot is usually there the week before and gone before the event starts. That way he doesn't have to deal with the asshats...

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 19 2013, 01:12 AM

Fair enough. And a rock solid strategy.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 19 2013, 07:12 AM

Rooms are cheaper too! I called about the week before and she said $59.00. I said "why the difference?" And she sad "the lady asked for a special price for her Porsche group so, I gave it to her".

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 19 2013, 07:25 AM

Whimp How about 1405 one way.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 19 2013, 07:43 AM

Sounds like Rick is going for the long distance award... Any challengers?

What is the prize for shortest drive to the event?

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 19 2013, 07:55 AM

How far is the airport in Durango to the Caboose Motel ?

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 19 2013, 07:57 AM

About 30 minutes.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 19 2013, 08:20 AM

I'll be leaving from Cleveland tomorrow afternoon going through Eaton Rapids, MI - Traverse City - Des Moines - Cheyenne - Salt Lake City and finally ending up in Durango on the 6th. Pretty sure I've got that silly 1400 mile thing sussed!

Posted by: brant Jun 19 2013, 09:23 AM

I just got back from Laguna secs at 3000 miles round trip all while towing at around 10mpg

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 19 2013, 09:24 AM

Room booked. I will be there in some sort of mid-engine machine.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 19 2013, 04:24 PM

Thanks. What kind of ground transport is available ? I'm thinking of going a day or two early and leave Sunday

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 19 2013, 04:31 PM

Jim,

I use Buckhorn Limo. Cheaper than a taxi. About $40 to the hotel

Posted by: SharonG Jun 19 2013, 06:26 PM

What? Are you trying to confuse me on purpose, Eric?

Posted by: brant Jun 19 2013, 07:19 PM

reservation made

Posted by: mrbubblehead Jun 19 2013, 07:30 PM

we are seriously thinking about making this trip. is there a flier or website i can check out for more info? i have been on many out of state vw road trips/ shows but those are mostly weekend camp outs/ swap meets. how do these work?

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 20 2013, 07:33 AM

Mrbubble...
I'll let Sharon give you the official details, but the RRC is usually a loose, fun, get-together. We usually all roll in on Friday sometime, do a BBQ at the hotel parking lot, sip some adult beverages, shoot the sh*t, etc. Saturday morning, get going on our drive, have lunch about half way, do a little show & shine, continue the drive, chill a bit, then have a dinner/banquet. More parking lot festivities... Sunday morning, maybe some breakfast but people start heading out.

Posted by: SharonG Jun 20 2013, 10:16 AM

Event info updated in 1st post.

Excellent news Amigos! Mike and Mary Moorman are hosting the Friday dinner! They live approximately 7 miles north of the hotel. We were thinking about renting a shuttle depending on interest. Let me know if you'd do the shuttle thing if it was available.

Mrbubblehead:
Jason (AZ914) did an excellent job outlining the event action plan. All the event info will eventually be listed in the 1st thread. The RRC planning team is still ironing out the details. There may be a different thread to order t-shirts once a design has been established, but there will be a link to the ordering thread at the beginning of this thread when it's available.

Posted by: brant Jun 20 2013, 10:46 AM

Him definitely in for the shuttle

Posted by: mrbubblehead Jun 20 2013, 11:43 AM

i wonder if there is any camping close to the event. you can take the boy out of a vw but you cant take the vw out of the boy, i guess. budgets gonna be tight.

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 20 2013, 11:54 AM

Bubble.. I have camped at a place called 'United Campground' just north on the 550 from the host hotel. (I just googled it.. 2 miles north) The narrow-gauge railroad goes right thru the middle of it!


Sharon.. Since we are at a driving event, I'd be up for driving the teener to dinner

Posted by: shelby/914 Jun 20 2013, 11:58 AM

Try Durango on google maps then put in the motel address and the word camp grounds and I got about 4 pages, of course some were fairly far away but several were within 2-4 miles.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 20 2013, 12:11 PM

I agree - United is the best/closest to the hotel.

EDIT: United Campground at 970-247-3853. The website states $29/night for tents. And yes - those are the Narrow Gauge tracks right beside it. The earliest train (right now) is 8:30AM at my house so maybe 8:15 at United Campground.

Posted by: ThinAir Jun 20 2013, 12:53 PM

Room booked! Mike & I will be there.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 20 2013, 02:11 PM

The hotel seems kind of smallish. Am I wrong? How many rooms?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 20 2013, 02:19 PM

Room booked. How cold is it in Montana in September? Should I bring a sweater?

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 20 2013, 04:39 PM

We are going to OWN that place!

Posted by: SharonG Jun 20 2013, 08:50 PM

19 rooms. 18 are available. We haven't used more than that recently. We will definitely own that place.

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 20 2013, 09:10 PM

Only 18 ? ! ? We can do that.
(Alien, Andy, Brant, Elliot, Ernie, Ginter, Jason, Jeff, Michael, Peterson, Shea, Wills)
WTF - we only need 6 more. Come on people.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 20 2013, 09:19 PM

In for the Shuttle. I will book in the morning. My phone just died. Mrs. Alien will have 5 classes during the event. I doubt she will be that gurl this year if I can even talk her into attending. She may need some encouragement from the rowdy bunch. Saddest part is we may finally be in her car this year.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 20 2013, 09:20 PM

Booked, Nacho and I on the road again....

deck lid getting painted, new brakes (thanksPMB), fuel lines, oh and license tabs..

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 20 2013, 09:43 PM

I'm working on Kelly Manley. He as a GF now and maybe he will be up for a road trip.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 20 2013, 10:05 PM

Yes Eric, if I don't change jobs, you will see me there. I already have a room reserved.

Posted by: ejm Jun 21 2013, 03:47 AM

Room booked. Jen and I will be there.

Posted by: rnellums Jun 21 2013, 06:57 AM

I'll be coming, but can't pony up for a room just now. I may end up camping, who knows.

Posted by: SharonG Jun 21 2013, 08:20 AM

And Sleepin - Eric and Val better show up.


Yay! Can't wait to see Nacho! (you, too, Jeff)

Posted by: McMark Jun 21 2013, 08:27 AM

I doubt I'm gonna make it with the Turbo. This is right between our trip to Michigan and Ireland and I gotta work SOMETIME!

Then again, it is the weekend...

Posted by: brant Jun 21 2013, 08:40 AM

Sharon,

why did you edit your original post?

Posted by: SLITS Jun 21 2013, 10:43 AM

Looks like the Red Rocks Lodge repainted.

Are they the same "family"?

pass .........

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 21 2013, 10:47 AM

Nacho makes even me tolerable...

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 21 2013, 11:49 AM

The shirts are designed.

$80 each.


They are genuine Sleepin designed limited production...quitcherbitchen.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 21 2013, 01:29 PM

That's a fantastic price, Track Fees must be included...

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 21 2013, 01:40 PM

Booked a room

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 21 2013, 01:47 PM

Booked

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 21 2013, 01:56 PM

No, just permission to be in my presence.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 21 2013, 02:26 PM

Damn the air is thin back there

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 21 2013, 02:38 PM

Oh, and here is the shit shirt.....

Posted by: Travis Neff Jun 21 2013, 02:38 PM

Room booked!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 21 2013, 05:32 PM

Why a yellow car? I want a yellow shirt with a black car.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 21 2013, 05:35 PM

I also think the yellow round disk in the back ground is unnecessary and just clutters things up. 2cents worth. Either way, I want one.

Posted by: Socalandy Jun 21 2013, 06:11 PM

Cool Shirt, Call it The Psychedelic Six

Elliott, Yellow Rocks just so you know and it made Erc cool to

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 21 2013, 07:47 PM

That isn't a yellow round disk, that is a marijuana portal. What? It is legal here.


Besides... I have only seen two black 914s that I liked...and both had flares.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 21 2013, 08:49 PM

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 21 2013, 08:53 PM

Change the bumpers to black and the first "R" to an "E" and I'll take a couple.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 21 2013, 08:55 PM

No; no he doesn't.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 21 2013, 08:58 PM

Eric, just give Elliot a black shirt and tell him there's a black 914 in it. He'll be fine.

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 21 2013, 10:17 PM

Attached image(s)

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 21 2013, 10:27 PM

Posted by: brant Jun 21 2013, 10:46 PM

Ouch ..... My black car isn't pretty enough

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 21 2013, 10:47 PM

Well now there are three.


Attached image(s)

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 21 2013, 11:31 PM

Hey Captain, some of your picture frames are not level.

Posted by: Gint Jun 22 2013, 12:42 PM

Thread colorized for your viewing pleasure.

Elliot! Finally got the paint finished? Looks good.

That's my plan

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 22 2013, 12:58 PM

Earthquake country!

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 22 2013, 01:18 PM

Or he bumped the pictures with his flares.

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 22 2013, 03:21 PM

The black zonker!!

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 22 2013, 04:23 PM

How 'bout I join you in Flagstaff or where ever you plan to hit I-40.

(I doubt we can do it as smooth and on the fly like we did in Cali.)




(I'm gonna take the long way home . . . . via Pikes Peak.)

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 22 2013, 05:02 PM

Its going to Bee a Bumble Bee Challenge, Black Versus Yellow..

Posted by: Ferg Jun 22 2013, 11:07 PM

(I'm gonna take the long way home . . . . via Pikes Peak.)
[/quote]

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 22 2013, 11:22 PM

I will have to take...:pause for effect:.... Highway 550. Oh, that will suck!

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 22 2013, 11:30 PM

It will if your 914 doesn't start

Posted by: mrbubblehead Jun 22 2013, 11:51 PM

vegasracer are you gonna take the 40 in barstow? thats close to me.... i was thinking about going thru vegas and staying the night in bryce canyon or zion.

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 23 2013, 01:06 AM

I am taking the South loop to get there, and the North loop to come home.
I would pick up 40 in Kingman. My plan was to hit Flagstaff or Sedona for the night.
I expect Wills and Company will be heading north from Phoenix early Friday morning. I wanted to hook up with them traveling on 40 East - then either 160 or 491 up to Durango. (Both are better suited for a Silverado instead of a Sports Car.)

On the long way home - after Pikes Peak I plan to wind my way back across the scenic routes. Grand Junction or Moab as a stop. I would hit Zion and Bryce on the last leg home.

Posted by: mrbubblehead Jun 23 2013, 02:14 AM

well it looks like im gonna be by myself for this one. my wife dosnt wanna go and my other teener buddy dosnt think his car will be ready. i havnt busted out the atlas yet and really mapped out my course. i guess i better get cracking. sinse looks like i'll by myself it might be smart not to stray too far from the beaten path. i have total confidence in my car but you never know, sh*t happens. i will have plenty of spares with me so maybe i can exchange numbers with a few of you guys in case i have a problem or i can help someone.

im just taking the basics. throttle cable, clutch cable and all the pieces, dizzy parts, hand full of tools etc.

Posted by: SharonG Jun 23 2013, 09:01 AM

There may be a caravan you can join from Cali.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 23 2013, 09:34 AM

you should be able to connect with some other guys.

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 23 2013, 10:23 AM

I got it going last night. Some real good 914 mechanikin'. I cursed at it and turned the key.....she fired right up.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 23 2013, 04:38 PM

So are the T shirts included or extra or on your whim who gets one ?....

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 23 2013, 05:12 PM

The design is done, I just need someone willing to do the order thread and willing to be in charge of the order.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 23 2013, 06:42 PM

oh,, I can provide one award>>

Posted by: 1stworks Jun 24 2013, 09:32 AM

I got the last room.......


IN 4 sure !!!!

Count me in for xl t shirt.

Thanks and cant wait.

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 24 2013, 10:51 AM

That Guy??

Posted by: SharonG Jun 24 2013, 11:36 AM

Caboose is sold out. I'm working on another block of rooms. PM me if you still need a room.

Posted by: dave29 Jun 24 2013, 01:04 PM

Mike and Mary Moorman...I am a member of this forum, own a 1971 914-6, live in Durango about 9 miles north of town. What can I do to help you????
Same for Sharon G.
You can email me at jbwatters24@yahoo.com. I just found out about this event.
Best
Jim

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 24 2013, 01:08 PM

Hi Jim - glad you found out about this event. I will contact you for sure.

I live in South Dalton Ranch. You have to be close.

Posted by: dave29 Jun 24 2013, 01:11 PM

I'm about 1 mile north of Honeyville below Timberline academy on the river.
Just let me know what you need!!!

Posted by: Ferg Jun 24 2013, 01:44 PM

Looking forward to it!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 24 2013, 02:06 PM

Jim,

Thank you so much. I sent an email to your personal email address with all my contact information.

Cheers!

Posted by: SharonG Jun 24 2013, 04:28 PM

Thanks Jim! I appreciate the offer. I'll be in touch.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 24 2013, 11:27 PM

I'm In!

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 24 2013, 11:33 PM

From Tennessee?? Awesome!

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 25 2013, 06:43 AM

Actually, I will be driving to Lincoln, Ne the weekend before for SCCA Solo Nationals, then driving from there to Durango, then back home to Memphis. Just shy of 3000 miles roundtrip.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 25 2013, 06:50 AM

Donald,

Are you driving one of your 914s?

Mary and I are thrilled you are coming. She asked me last night if you were coming.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 25 2013, 07:56 AM

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 25 2013, 08:51 AM

Car hasn't been determined yet. Will either be Betsy or the Boxster. Always could change with a miracle and be a 993, but I really don't see that happening. I hope it is Betsy though, she is the best fit.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 25 2013, 09:11 AM

Sounds like you have Plan A - Plan B and Plan C.

Of course AssDraggers are welcome if you can't bring a mid-engine!

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 25 2013, 09:30 AM

If you drive the ass-dragger, you will receive a rash of crap from the masses. Ask me how I know

Posted by: StratPlayer Jun 25 2013, 09:49 AM

What is the date all this is happening?

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 25 2013, 09:50 AM

Friday September 6 thru Sunday September 8

Posted by: Madswede Jun 25 2013, 11:46 AM

It's a very slim possibility that I could go, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed. It's really out my hands. Nothing wrong with the car, just life stuff.

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 26 2013, 11:10 AM

Just a bump because RRC should never be on page 2.

Posted by: SharonG Jun 26 2013, 01:33 PM

Hope you'll be able to make it, Jon!

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 26 2013, 06:28 PM

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 26 2013, 07:44 PM

My drive to the event will be over 1500 miles, the return trip will only be a little over 1200.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 26 2013, 08:38 PM

We really don't care. Just bring ribs.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 26 2013, 08:48 PM

You want more ribs Eric? Sigh, I will see if I can round up a slab or two.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jun 26 2013, 08:56 PM

ya my average is 1300, So ??? Is there even a mountain between TN and CO ?

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jun 26 2013, 09:03 PM

Depends on which way you go. I will be driving to Lincoln, Ne, then to Durango, then home. Just a nice little afternoon ride.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 26 2013, 09:30 PM

More and more long distance drivers. That is awesome! This is a cool part of our country and worth the drive. The people are nice too....

Posted by: jsconst Jun 26 2013, 10:55 PM

Well if you want to talk long drives to RRC..... I'm leaving the Sacramento area on Thursday August 29 staying somewhere in Flagstaff that evening, then driving on to Albuquerque on friday, spending Friday - Sunday with my son and two grandsons, leaving Sunday for Altanta Tx, Monday - Wed with my daughter and two granddaughters, back to Albuquerque, Thursday with the grandsons again, then Friday to durango for RRC, then Sunday back home. Total miles 3917.

And thats not including the on Saturday!

That ought to break in the new motor nicely.

Jeff

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 27 2013, 01:47 AM

2000 mile round trip for me. I should probably change the oil before I leave. So far, planning Laughlin Nevada Wednesday night. Flagstaff Thursday and roll in to Durango Friday. So who's the butt-head that told me Durango was in Montana?

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 27 2013, 07:42 AM

EllYut can't find a damn thing without his sectional charts.

Posted by: AZ914 Jun 27 2013, 08:13 AM

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 27 2013, 08:17 AM

Will Elliot be using IFR or VFR? Should we start a poll?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 27 2013, 10:00 AM

Actually I'm not current either way.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 27 2013, 10:06 AM

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 27 2013, 10:21 AM

Wait... Who's the butt-head who told him it was in Colorado???

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 27 2013, 10:22 AM

Wrong type of charting I know....


...still counts.

Or this one....

Posted by: SharonG Jun 28 2013, 01:18 PM

Just added the attendee list to the first post.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 28 2013, 01:53 PM

Thanks Sharon.

As of this writing I count 34 attendees. I know we have a few more coming.

Posted by: Sleepin Jun 28 2013, 02:54 PM

My parents (Ken and Pam) will be there too.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jun 28 2013, 02:56 PM

That makes 36 - thanks Eric!

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 29 2013, 12:48 AM

Hopefully they get that interior patched up by then.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jun 29 2013, 05:30 AM

I may have a family there. Still not sure how much I want them to endure. They are threatening though.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 29 2013, 08:20 AM

I talked to Kelly. Actually he's on his way to my house today in his 914. He said he has his sights set on this event. It would be nice to have a small caravan from points north.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jun 29 2013, 11:54 AM

OK Shea, that's it, I'm painting my calipers RED.

Posted by: VegasRacer Jun 30 2013, 09:08 AM

Me too. What hotel in Flagstaff?

Posted by: MoveQik Jun 30 2013, 10:45 AM

I could do that. It'll be a mini RRC in Flagstaff.

Posted by: michael7810 Jun 30 2013, 02:10 PM

I might be in for a hotel in Flag or I might stay in Camp Verde and could meet the group in Flag.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 1 2013, 08:19 AM

It's always a Mini-RRC at my house!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 1 2013, 06:18 PM

Holiday inn.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 2 2013, 04:27 PM

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jul 2 2013, 04:35 PM

Those pictures were from the event before I moved to Durango - had to be 2011 in Ouray?

I remember Rick Ollah talking about the "trophies" - they had to be the best awards ever!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 2 2013, 04:42 PM

That was 2009 in Fruita. This was taken at the lunch in Gateway. Those awards were awesome! It took a lot of time and ingenuity to turn headlight assemblies into clocks. I have a somewhat biased opinion though...

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 2 2013, 04:46 PM

2011: Ouray

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jul 2 2013, 04:50 PM

As well you should. They had to be a lot of work to create - you did a masterful job.

I was so impressed I bought one...

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 2 2013, 04:55 PM

It's always 9:14 somewhere!

I think that is the only on that was made to sell. I am glad you have enjoyed it. At least you didn't repaint yours :throwsrockatthatsixnotfourguy:

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jul 2 2013, 04:59 PM

I would rather buy a 914 to match the clock than to change the way it was created!

But that is just me...

Posted by: SharonG Jul 2 2013, 08:23 PM

The Fruita event was truly excellent!

Posted by: ericread Jul 2 2013, 09:58 PM

I cannot make the trip, but how do I get one of those smoking shorts???

They are awesome!!!

Eric Read
SoCal

Posted by: 73cool Jul 2 2013, 10:16 PM

Here's my '73 1.7. Out of the many cars I've had, this one ranks high.

Posted by: JRust Jul 2 2013, 10:39 PM

I'm going to say I am a maybe! Going to be tight but I think I can swing it. I may even drive a 914 down. I won't know until late august though

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 2 2013, 10:50 PM

Come on down Jamie, I will be there.

Posted by: brant Jul 2 2013, 10:54 PM

bring it...
you are close!

Posted by: VegasRacer Jul 6 2013, 10:55 AM

I will be a few yards east at the Howard Johnson.

Posted by: dave29 Jul 7 2013, 10:03 AM

Sharon....my wife Lisa will be at the Sat night dinner for your head count.
Thanks
Jim

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 7 2013, 09:05 PM

Are the shirts for sale yet? You know it takes the tent makers longer to make the ones for us fat guys than it does for the shirt place to cover the little people.

Posted by: SharonG Jul 9 2013, 07:57 PM

Brant is coordinating shirt orders and, as usual, is completely involved in totally boring racing events. He'll get the shirt ordering show on the road within the next few days most likely.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jul 10 2013, 08:50 AM

HoJo's... fitting for our favorite pimp!

(where's that damn pictures with the hat?)

Posted by: RazorbackFan78 Jul 10 2013, 11:22 AM

Will the hotel be providing drip pans or kitty litter for everyone or should I bring my own? BYODP!!!!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 10 2013, 01:36 PM

We just move the cars late in the night for the drunk slip-n-slide!

Posted by: VegasRacer Jul 10 2013, 04:49 PM

What hat?



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Posted by: Kansas 914 Jul 10 2013, 05:34 PM

One of my favorite all time photos.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jul 10 2013, 06:00 PM

Yeah... "That" hat.

We're going to do that shot this year with yellow cars! Elliot can do our make up and help position the cars and you can take the picture with your fancy camera.

(No green cars allowed either!)

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 10 2013, 06:51 PM

Missed that one

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jul 10 2013, 07:24 PM

Rick,

But I think of you whenever I see this picture!

Posted by: SharonG Jul 12 2013, 03:19 PM

8 weeks!!!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 12 2013, 07:29 PM

Cool. If enough people show up at Flagstaff, I might not have to drive all the way to Durango.

Posted by: brant Jul 13 2013, 12:14 AM

the shirt order thread is started...


go: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=214509

Posted by: JRust Jul 13 2013, 01:48 AM

The real question will be not if I make it to RRC 2013. Will I make it in a Corvair powered 914? Then what will it look like when I leave? Here is my starting point (See pic)

My route will take me to Phoenix first for 3 days of golf. Starting Labor day or the day after. Then on to RRC Friday. Sunday off to SLC to see my daughter. Monday drive back home to Oregon. Google maps makes the trip 2996 miles & a minimum of 44 hours of seat time . damn a flight out is sounding better all the time

Seriously though I hope to get my car ready for the trip. If Rick beats me out for farthest distance traveled in a 914. Maybe I can get the POS914 award


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Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 13 2013, 05:17 AM

I could always drive Christine and make sure that doesn't happen.

Posted by: SharonG Jul 13 2013, 07:19 AM

Link to ordering thread added to the 1st post.

Posted by: SharonG Jul 16 2013, 06:33 PM

Don't forget to order your t-shirts! (see 1st post to link to ordering thread)

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 16 2013, 10:15 PM

Hey Ross, if you don't mind adding 56 miles to your route, we could meet up and travel together. Just a thought.

Posted by: JRust Jul 16 2013, 10:52 PM

Booked a room at the Best Western!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jul 17 2013, 02:20 PM

Careful Ross... CAREFUL!!

Posted by: SharonG Jul 21 2013, 07:26 PM

47 days!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 21 2013, 07:37 PM

I should start out now.

Posted by: shelby/914 Jul 21 2013, 08:44 PM

Any of the locals know of anyplace for trailer parking if the motel lots are as tight as they look on google earth?

Dan

Posted by: Kansas 914 Jul 22 2013, 06:54 AM

Dan,

I have already started looking. One trailer is easy. We need to know how many folks are bringing a trailer.

I will start the list with you as number one.. Anyone else bringing a trailer please add a note in this thread or email me at mike@prosalesreps.com

Thanks.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 22 2013, 09:53 PM

This is going to be an awesome event!

Posted by: jsconst Jul 22 2013, 10:03 PM

I know I'm getting excited

35 more days for me..........I'm taking the long way

Jeff

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Jul 23 2013, 06:06 AM

I have friends in Thousand Oaks that I'm trying to talk into coming. He has a sweet '73 2.0 in Marathon Metallic blue.

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 24 2013, 10:46 AM

I guess I should start putting my car back together....

Posted by: JRust Jul 24 2013, 11:47 AM

I've adjusted my route. Not doing the Phoenix golf Vacation that week. So I'll just be heading through SLC to see my daughter & down from there. Maybe I can caravan down with Eric? We'll see when I end up there. Gotta get off my ass this weekend & finish my suspension

Posted by: Eric_Shea Jul 24 2013, 01:21 PM

Eric and JKH

Posted by: SharonG Jul 27 2013, 06:15 AM

41 days!

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 27 2013, 06:44 AM

Posted by: SharonG Jul 27 2013, 05:49 PM

Don't forget to order your t-shirt http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=214509!

Posted by: jsconst Jul 28 2013, 10:51 PM

30 days left for me.

Jeff

Posted by: shelby/914 Jul 28 2013, 11:16 PM

PayPal sent for 1 XL shirt. See you there.

Dan

Posted by: VegasRacer Jul 29 2013, 08:36 AM

That magic number . . . . 914 hours and I am on the road.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 2 2013, 12:00 AM

is this doing on page three?

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 2 2013, 05:43 AM

Posted by: JRust Aug 2 2013, 10:58 AM

Yes this needed a bump. Even if just to remind me to get off my ass & back to working on my car . It may be one fugly looking POS when I get there but oh well. I think this will be my 3 red rocks. Hopefully it will be my first with my own 914 there

Posted by: jsconst Aug 2 2013, 08:58 PM

Glad your going to make it, I want a ride in the corvair.

See you there

Jeff

Posted by: map Aug 3 2013, 07:00 AM

Please add Pieper (the man, not the dog) and Diane to the list of attendees.

Pieper

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 3 2013, 09:12 AM

Manitou Springs. Excellent. That is where I am headed after the RRC.
Want to join me for an assault on Pikes Peak on Monday?

Posted by: SharonG Aug 3 2013, 10:19 AM

Of course not the dog! The dog spells her name differently.

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 4 2013, 12:05 PM

Sharon, add my wife (Becky) to the list as well. Thx

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 5 2013, 07:37 AM

Oh god....better bring my drinkin' shoes!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 5 2013, 05:56 PM

Maybe we can get Joe Sharp to send more brownies this year.

Posted by: ThinAir Aug 6 2013, 12:04 AM

I just counted the attendees, and we're up to about 45! WOW! I think this may be the biggest RRC ever. I can hardly wait

Posted by: 1stworks Aug 6 2013, 07:58 AM

If i can bring something to share for the dinner i would love to help.
I can do food or money..

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 6 2013, 09:44 AM

I would gladly chip in for that if it is available

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 6 2013, 09:47 AM

Probably bringing my Father-In-Law from Brazil or possibly a Nephew... not sure which one I want to subject to ya'll...

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 6 2013, 10:12 AM

A father-in-law or nephew?? You couldn't find one bikini clad female Brazilian relative to bring along?

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 6 2013, 10:14 AM

Careful what you ask for... The father-in-law might be bikini clad.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 6 2013, 10:40 AM

Hence the "female" requirement.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 6 2013, 11:24 AM

My folks are out this year...they had something (see babysitting) come up.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 6 2013, 11:25 AM

You got it... mother-in-law it is:



You and Slits will have to duke it out for her...

Posted by: SLITS Aug 6 2013, 12:36 PM

I am aware that you swing that way ..... I don't which is why I never get that close to you.

and



and

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 6 2013, 02:12 PM

Ouch! Grandpa's gett'n feisty!

Posted by: SharonG Aug 6 2013, 06:53 PM

Excellent!


Bummer, but I want to see you and Val. Whatta conundrum.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 6 2013, 06:55 PM

Eric and Val with no kids to be responsible for??? Uh oh!!

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 6 2013, 09:04 PM

To quote Wills, 'Better get out my drinking shoes!'

Posted by: SharonG Aug 7 2013, 04:37 PM

And don't forget to put a shot glass in your pocket.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 9 2013, 02:01 PM

I will be bringing a plethora (yes, a plethora) of 6oz. shot glasses. One for each of your pockets.


Drinking shoes????

Posted by: Ferg Aug 9 2013, 02:09 PM

[quote name='Sleepin' date='Aug 9 2013, 12:01 PM' post='1906725']
I will be bringing a plethora (yes, a plethora) of 6oz. shot glasses. One for each of your pockets.


Well, you told me I have a plethora. And I just would like to know if you know what a plethora is. I would not like to think that a person would tell someone he has a plethora, and then find out that that person has *no idea* what it means to have a plethora.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 9 2013, 02:52 PM

Only pinky lifters use shot glasses to mix their Mojitos.

VW drivers pour two to four fingers over ice.

VW-Porsche drivers drink from a red plastic cup or chilled bottle. It is up to the individual whether he breaks the neck off against a solid object.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 9 2013, 05:01 PM

My uncle had a plethora GT back in the sixties. Wicked fast, not too comfortable but fun to drive.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 9 2013, 08:11 PM

See what retirement does ...

plethora would have been capitalized in that sentence as you used it as a noun!

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 9 2013, 10:42 PM

There is a hole in my pocket.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 9 2013, 11:29 PM

I've been told there's a hole in my head.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 10 2013, 01:21 AM

Hey, I have a joke for ya. "Knock, knock".

Posted by: SLITS Aug 10 2013, 06:52 AM

Who's there?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 10 2013, 04:00 PM

Go f*** yourself.

Posted by: map Aug 12 2013, 09:22 PM

Capital idea. The weather will probably be exciting.

Pieper

Posted by: SLITS Aug 12 2013, 10:17 PM

Would you like to buy a vowel Elleyot?
http://s239.photobucket.com/user/professor914/media/buy-a-vowel_zpsa59aeab5.jpg.html

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 12 2013, 11:25 PM

I love that guy.

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 12 2013, 11:30 PM

More https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dr0n3yzCbM?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 13 2013, 10:57 AM

Oh my god... you SOOOOOO need one of those shirts Ron.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 13 2013, 01:39 PM

Would a sweetheart like this, wear a shirt like that?



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Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 13 2013, 01:42 PM

That appears to be Ron not Slits... Two different people.

Google "personality disorders".

Posted by: jim_hoyland Aug 13 2013, 06:24 PM

I'm bringing a man-overboard vest... '

Posted by: map Aug 14 2013, 05:52 AM

Snow is possible between Durango and Manitou Springs. Snow is likely on the Peak in October.

Pieper

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 14 2013, 07:46 AM

There was snow last week on Mt. Sneffels near Ouray.

Pieper - hang in there - Manitou has been hammered and I hope you are safe.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 14 2013, 02:44 PM

Sorry gang, I have been waiting for this event all year. We are officially out this year. I was just deployed to Toronto to work. I would have passed but I haven't worked since last December and quite frankly I could use a couple bucks to get through the winter. If we are back before the event we'll have to crash in the parking lot.

Anyone that has a room in another hotel and would like to stay in the host hotel I would be glad to give you my reservation. I booked a double bed room.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 14 2013, 03:42 PM

Canada!?!?!?

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 14 2013, 03:44 PM

Well since he can see Canada from his house - might as well go get some of those Canadian dollars!

Posted by: rnellums Aug 14 2013, 09:07 PM

I don't have a room yet at all! let me know if its still available! I'll miss seeing you there though!

-Ross

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 14 2013, 09:09 PM

Snow? SNOW??

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 14 2013, 09:41 PM

PM send

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 14 2013, 10:38 PM

So glad I got rid of those pesky heat exchangers!!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 15 2013, 07:19 AM

Elliott,

That snow (some people are saying that it was actually hail) was at over 14,000 feet. The passes on the drive won't be that high.

I don't have exchangers (Kerry Hunter headers) but will be fine.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 15 2013, 09:59 AM

Whew! Thanks Miqe.

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 15 2013, 11:16 AM

I've got a video of Slits and I hitting that sleet, snow mush at the peak. You see the camera go down as the sideways slip began. The pucker factor was about 12 on a scale of 1-10.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 15 2013, 11:28 AM

That was I-70 over the peaks at Fishlake Nat'l Park area. Between Beaver, UT and Richfield, UT .

Fortunately, the only place well see snow is Flagstaff as the rest of the trip is thru the Navajo Nation which is DIRT, to the Four Corners area. After that, all bets are off (Cortez, Mancos).

I'm bringing chains ........................

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 15 2013, 12:57 PM

All this talk of bad weather. I can already see it....just like last year, Erc's car won't leave the trailer.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 15 2013, 01:14 PM

Who said I was bringing a trailer?

Posted by: SLITS Aug 15 2013, 03:18 PM

Anybody that drives a Volkswagen Touareg look-a-like surely never drives his 914.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 15 2013, 03:35 PM

I just assumed since every pic of your car seems to have the trailer in background.

Posted by: MDG Aug 15 2013, 06:13 PM

It's kinda like a security blanket.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 15 2013, 06:16 PM

A life boat.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 15 2013, 08:46 PM

Keep it up... I'm bringing Chuck Norris "and" a Honey Badger.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 15 2013, 11:02 PM

I think we'll all be happy just to see you there. With a 914. That runs.

Posted by: ThinAir Aug 17 2013, 12:12 PM

I was in Cortez and Dolores last week, camped along the Dolores River. I kept thinking about taking the teener on CO145 2 years ago for the Ouray RRC. I can hardly wait to go back for this year's event!

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 17 2013, 10:36 PM

Check page 47 of the new issue of Panorama. There is a photo of Eric's car, and not a trailer in sight.

Posted by: JRust Aug 17 2013, 11:21 PM

Made some progress on my car today. Things are looking good for me coming out with it. Although I will be flat towing it out or putting it on my trailer. Not going to trust it to make the 3000 mile round trip.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 18 2013, 12:46 PM

Was the car moving? At least idling? Or was it just sitting there?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 18 2013, 02:14 PM

Note to self: sick honey badger on Elliot first.

Posted by: JRust Aug 18 2013, 08:16 PM

Just be sure to send it there a week early. You know Elliot

Actually no don't send it early. We would get the carnage first hand that way

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 18 2013, 09:55 PM

You've been warned fly-boy.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r7wHMg5Yjg

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 18 2013, 10:03 PM

Hah! I eat those things for lunch brake boy.

Posted by: jsconst Aug 19 2013, 09:00 PM

9 days till I'm outa here.

Man I need a vacation.


Jeff

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 19 2013, 09:42 PM

Perfect. I will buy you a Badger Burger at the http://route66seligmanarizona.com/The_Roadkill_Cafe.php in Seligman.
I have driven past a dozen times. I plan to stop and eat lunch this year.
On the way to Flagstaff on Thursday, take Rt 66 out of Kingman and I will meet you there.




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Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 19 2013, 11:33 PM

All you can eat salad bar? I'll see you there.

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 20 2013, 12:48 AM

If you're not going to eat the Badger, how about some Honey Mustard dressing for your salad?

Posted by: SharonG Aug 20 2013, 02:38 PM

The image we wanted to use on the t-shirt wasn't available anymore when we went to order, so these are the new shirts:

EDIT: Design in flux - having issues with design questions. Sorry folks.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 20 2013, 03:10 PM

Better. I like it. One XXL for me please. Long sleeve if you gott'em.

See ya soon. Elliot

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 20 2013, 09:24 PM

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 20 2013, 10:40 PM

At least the car depicted is BLACK.

Posted by: ThinAir Aug 20 2013, 11:24 PM

I like the design, but I'm disappointed to have lost the yellow car. It's not just a legend that yellow cars are faster!

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 21 2013, 08:02 AM

Ernie speaks the truth.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 21 2013, 08:23 AM

Customink has ramped up their copyright policies. Basically if you didn't draw it yourself, they won't make it.

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 21 2013, 09:40 AM

cutting the event window decals this week!!! If work keeps up its current pace my room may be up for grabs

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 21 2013, 10:56 AM

Ernie repeats an urban myth.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 21 2013, 11:49 AM

That's partially true. Your yellow car wasn't faster than mine.

Posted by: WaideS Aug 21 2013, 02:24 PM

Huh, Red must be SUPER fast

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 21 2013, 02:31 PM

Yep - that is what I have heard....

Posted by: Ferg Aug 21 2013, 02:42 PM

Wrong again.

Brown, cause it leaves behind skid marks




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Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 21 2013, 02:55 PM

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 21 2013, 03:32 PM

They are fast when they run....

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 21 2013, 05:02 PM

White does really well at holding boxes in the garage....

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 21 2013, 07:22 PM

Rev it up with Ravenna!

Posted by: brant Aug 21 2013, 08:10 PM

I say meet me at the track....
nobody knows this, but orange is the fastest...
shhh its a secret:



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Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 21 2013, 08:19 PM

I surrender....

Posted by: 6freak Aug 21 2013, 08:28 PM

shit that was easy ..he didnt even turn a key

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 21 2013, 08:44 PM

Didn't have to. I was psyched out from the pictures... Plus the reputation of the car precedes it.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 21 2013, 09:45 PM

Good idea. Brant has a habit of running into people at the track.

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 21 2013, 11:44 PM

Miata's don't count.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 22 2013, 06:27 AM

John

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 23 2013, 06:22 AM

If any of you sea level critters are running carbs, you may want to bring some jet provisions. Durango is 6500ft.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 23 2013, 06:31 AM

Yeah, I was thinking about that. I hope I can keep it running.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 23 2013, 07:39 AM

Eric,

I was thinking about that same as Donald. I had no problem with the old motor moving to Durango - but the new motor (to be fired up this weekend) was built and tuned at sea level. Is there a rule of thumb to use as a guide? Maybe change jets by "X" for every 1000' of elevation change?

Fun facts:
• Elevation in town is 6,500’
• Elevation at Red Mountain Pass (part of the drive) is 11,018’
• Gas octane is 91 around here and not 93

Posted by: jim_hoyland Aug 23 2013, 08:05 AM

What kind of weather can we expect ?

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 23 2013, 08:28 AM

This is from 30 minutes ago. We are at the end of monsoon season - where it rains almost daily for 30 minutes in the afternoon. That said we had a storm move through last night at 3:30AM.

Posted by: brant Aug 23 2013, 09:45 AM

Octane requirements drop at elevation because there is less oxygen in the mixture and less effective compression

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 23 2013, 10:16 AM

ACHTUNG WILLS!

Sept. 6-8.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 23 2013, 10:58 AM

Now you are just making shit up. We all know it is on 9/14.

Posted by: SharonG Aug 23 2013, 06:54 PM

Ok, this is it





Brant submitted the order and it was accepted so I think the shirt drama is over.

Posted by: jsconst Aug 23 2013, 10:01 PM

OK fine, but black shirts really, it's like 100 in California when can I wear a black shirt.

More tequila please




Man I need a vacation.

5 MORE DAYS

Jeff

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 24 2013, 10:42 AM

I have a spreadsheet that gets you dialed in for jets etc. all I need to know is engine size in CC and where your cam makes peak HP.

Posted by: rnellums Aug 24 2013, 12:33 PM

Eric, I would love some of that insight! I've got 2366 cc, peak power probably around 6K RPM, the cam is .521/286 duration.

The carbs I have are 44 IDF's with 36mm venturis. I think i'm running:

200 A/C
F11 emulsion
155 mains
50 idles

-Ross

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 24 2013, 01:46 PM

I looked at that sheet. For my motor it said, "Turn key. Then drive"

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 24 2013, 02:07 PM

That's just another great thing about the 3.2 FI. Having said that, I had my 914 at the top of Sandia Peak (10,600 ft.) during the Atomic Ramble a number of years ago (2.2 liter type IV with 44idf's), with no problems. And that's when it was jetted so rich I was getting about 18 mpg. Just keep the rpm's up and you'll be fine. I'm not too worried about the mountains in Colorado. I'm just worried about getting there from here. 1000 miles.

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 24 2013, 04:13 PM

Excellent.

Is it too early to start packing? ? ?
What do I need to bring?

Sharon has the shirts.
Elliot said to bring a sweater.
Eric reminded me about a hat.
Wills said to bring drinking shoes.

What else?

Is everybody going to be wearing pants?
If so, are jeans OK?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 24 2013, 05:04 PM

OK, wait a minute. I thought the car was going to be black?

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 24 2013, 05:16 PM

Hi E,

Displacement is 2143cc

I don't know where it makes its power - it is chipped at 5200rpm right now.

Cam specs:
Lobe separation: 108
Valve lift: .429
Duration: 270


I don't know how the car is jetted now but it was done at sea level using a wideband AFR to properly jet the Weber 40IDF running 32mm venturis.

I will pull the jets, Emulsion tubes, AC tomorrow and look.

Is anyone bringing an AFR? Maybe we could have a clinic - and you can practice on my car!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 25 2013, 08:19 AM

What cam is it? Web usually has all of that info online.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 25 2013, 08:21 AM

All I can say is dress warm!

Posted by: SharonG Aug 25 2013, 08:31 AM

JP, as usual, pants are optional.
Eric, huh? The average temp in Durango that time of year is around 78 degreesF. Telluride averages high 60s. Granted, snow is possible.
So as usual for RRC, bring shorts, parkas, hats, longjohns, sundresses, flipflops and snow boots.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 25 2013, 08:50 AM

Erc would look so sweet in a Sundress.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 25 2013, 10:33 AM

Be careful what you wish for.

Posted by: SharonG Aug 25 2013, 06:05 PM

Hey Folks! I updated the first post with comprehensive (I hope) event info. This is the event schedule:  Red_Rocks_Classic_2013.pdf ( 487.7k ) Number of downloads: 36


Dinner is $25 ($12 for kids) and if you want a picnic lunch (sandwich, chips, fruit, veggies, dessert) it's $10. You can give me cash or a check at the event, or paypal me gintersm@yahoo.com

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 25 2013, 06:10 PM

The average 914 guy/girl sleeps all day and drinks and tells lies in the parking lot all night so; the average temp given the operating range of said beer drinking, octane sniffing "that guy (or girl... ooops, Sandy's not coming this year!) is 42 degrees for the month of September.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 25 2013, 06:17 PM

"Awesome" work on the schedule!

Thanks Sharon!!

Posted by: ThinAir Aug 25 2013, 08:23 PM

Great work, Sharon!

When we were at Priest Gulch a couple of weeks ago, we noticed signs on the road about construction on CO 145 near Telluride. I could not tell just how extensive it is or how close to town it is because I don't know where the mile markers are.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 26 2013, 05:52 AM

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 26 2013, 06:15 AM

It is going to be 98 degrees the day I leave here and start my journey towards the RRC event. I'm pretty sure I will just be wearing shorts and a t-shirt and flip flops, if I'm even wearing clothes. I might pack a hoodie just in case one of you sissies get's cold, but shorts all the way for me.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 26 2013, 07:54 AM

Sharon,

Great job on the itinerary.

I did notice the address for our house is wrong - it is 346 Horse Thief Lane.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2013, 08:14 AM

You did not calculate the alcohol quotient warming perceptive temperature of the average 914 guy/girl.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2013, 08:15 AM

Well, your neighbors would have a rude awakening when 15-20 914's pulled in their driveway expecting food...lol.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 26 2013, 08:26 AM

They would probably feed you until the food and drink ran out......

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 26 2013, 08:33 AM

Right now the Durango - Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad runs right the morning gathering spot at 8:30am and 9:30am. I have permission from the owners to rope off the back row (closest to the tracks) of the lot so there should be a great photo of a line of 914s with the train behind them. I have a friend in the press and he is trying to get a reporter here to do an article on (as he said) "these rare cars".

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 26 2013, 08:45 AM

Here is a new insert for the map to the Friday Dinner spot.

Mike & Mary Moorman
346 Horse Thief Ln

Cellphone/Text: 817-832-4171

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 26 2013, 08:55 AM

Here are some phone numbers and addresses:

Red Rocks Classic 2013 – Durango Fact Sheet
• Elevation in town is 6,500’
• Elevation at Red Mountain Pass (part of the drive) is 11,018’
• Gas octane is 91 around here and not 93 – price was $3.63 for regular (87) today

Some addresses for your GPS units:

Caboose Hotel - caboosemoteldurango.com 3363 Main Ave., Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-1191

Best Western – Mountain Shadows
3255 Main Ave., Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5200

Mike & Mary Moorman (Friday Dinner)
346 Horse Thief Ln., Durango, CO 81301
(817) 832-4171 Mike’s Mobile

Trimble True Value (Saturday Morning gathering spot)
45 Trimble Crossing Drive Durango, CO 81301

Dalton Ranch Golf Club (Saturday dinner)
589 County Road 252 (aka Trimble Lane)

I have a lift in my garage if anyone needs to work on their car and here are some auto parts places:

Auto Zone
1316 Main Ave., Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-0580

O-Reilly’s Auto Parts
2475 Main Ave., Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-7801

Also for anyone that wants to go downtown and explore there is a free trolley that runs up and down Main Ave. Look for the Free Trolley Bus stops (the signs are green). They are every few blocks. One is a block from the hotels. The ride goes downtown and back all day (7am to 10pm). The bus is red and looks like a street car and says “Free Downtown Trolley” on it.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 10:39 AM

Is its' name "Desire"?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 26 2013, 10:45 AM

Bon Scot died of hypothermia...

Posted by: SharonG Aug 26 2013, 01:22 PM

Oops. Fixed the attached and in the 1st post.  Red_Rocks_Classic_2013.pdf ( 487.7k ) Number of downloads: 46


And to clarify with regard to lunch, please tell me if you want lunch on Saturday or if you're going to procure your own lunch.

Posted by: JRust Aug 26 2013, 01:49 PM

I'm going to have to bail this year. Really wanted to make it out & should have my car ready. I've just got to much going on at work unfortunately. Not to mention my boss decided he is taking that week off . Trying to come just adds more stress to an allready stressful time. So rather than push things I'm just going to not make the trip out . Have fun out there everyone.

I still want my t-shirts. Hopefully Brant can ship them to me

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 26 2013, 02:08 PM

Feed me.

Posted by: brant Aug 26 2013, 02:25 PM

Ditto. I want lunch too

Posted by: jim_hoyland Aug 26 2013, 02:28 PM

Where will lunch be ?

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 02:31 PM

In a box and then in your tummy!

Two for lunch Shaaroooon!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 26 2013, 02:33 PM

No lunch for me thanks. Unless of course you can fill it with veggies.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 02:41 PM

Uhhh .... some parts of this rock are edible ...























Damned Vegans

Posted by: rnellums Aug 26 2013, 04:25 PM

Can I get two lunches? For myself???

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2013, 04:27 PM

Val said she wanted brownies.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 04:31 PM

Alice B. Tokless I love you .................

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2013, 04:32 PM

At 11,000 ft (Red Mountain) you can expect to lose 24.75% of your horsepower from sea level.





....my 1.8 will have about 40 ponies pulling it...

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 04:36 PM

did you install the aftermarket horseshit shield?

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2013, 04:37 PM

No, but I did put a supercharged emblem on. That is good for about 35 whoreses.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 26 2013, 04:41 PM

Now this is how you bolt on more power...

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 04:44 PM

phaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrt can

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 26 2013, 04:46 PM

I like brownies.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2013, 04:48 PM

And here I thought you were into BoyCub Scouts.

Posted by: Madswede Aug 26 2013, 04:50 PM

It's hard on me, reading this thread. The closest RRC to me ever, and I just cannot go.

Oh well, time flies. I'll be back in 2015!

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 26 2013, 05:12 PM

[/quote]Excellent.

Is it too early to start packing? ? ?
What do I need to bring?

Sharon has the shirts.
Elliot said to bring a sweater.
Eric reminded me about a hat.
Wills said to bring drinking shoes.

What else?

Is everybody going to be wearing pants?
If so, are jeans OK?
[/quote]

Val said she wanted brownies.
[/quote]

don't forget the cool decal design from Eric Fresh off the press and ready for the mail


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Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 26 2013, 06:35 PM

Posted by: SharonG Aug 26 2013, 07:08 PM

Posted by: SharonG Aug 26 2013, 07:11 PM

Of course!

Posted by: SharonG Aug 26 2013, 07:16 PM

Jim, if you want lunch, let me know and I'll give it to you at the 9:14am meet up before the drive. We don't have a planned lunch location in Telluride - there's too much stuff to do there and I didn't find a good picnic location close to parking. I figured some folks may want to just hang in town and find a sandwich shop there where they don't have to eat sh!t on a shingle, which is what I'm planning . See the 1st post for the schedule.

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 26 2013, 08:00 PM

Plain or with nuts?

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 26 2013, 08:15 PM

She likes to eat them with nuts....or idiots as we are sometimes called.

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 26 2013, 08:21 PM

A real chair

Posted by: JRust Aug 26 2013, 08:56 PM

Yeah a big part of me wants to just say Fuch it & come anyway . Who knows maybe things will get better at work & next week things will change . Not bloody likely but i suppose anything is possible

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 26 2013, 09:01 PM

Need a ride?

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2013, 09:05 PM

I think without. There will definitely be enough nuts in the parking lot. Hopefully not blowing up campfires or holding on to glowing aluminum cans.....

Posted by: SharonG Aug 27 2013, 09:10 AM

... must touch pretty glowing can....

Posted by: SLITS Aug 27 2013, 11:30 AM

The distance between genius and insanity is a very fine line.

"WE ARE INVINCIBLE"

Posted by: jsconst Aug 27 2013, 05:11 PM

Well I'm officially on vacation.

A few things to finish up on the car tomorrow and pack, then on the road at 2:00am Thursday.

See how I feel when I get around Bakersfield, either stay in Vegas Thursday night or push on and make Flagstaff.



Jeff

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 27 2013, 08:57 PM

The plan was to come with or without a 914 but now I have to scratch the trip and take care of things around here Have a blast as I know you all will and setting my sights on Route 66 now!!!

I'll post if Ferg passes on my room reservation.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 27 2013, 09:00 PM

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 27 2013, 09:07 PM

it will be FUN..

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 28 2013, 12:25 AM

Sorry you're not going to make it Andy.

Posted by: MDG Aug 28 2013, 05:44 AM

But we've seem this before though, no?

Isn't this one from a past RRC?

Posted by: scotty b Aug 28 2013, 06:03 AM

Posted by: MDG Aug 28 2013, 06:08 AM

I know.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 28 2013, 06:15 AM

Why is Wills pulling up his pants?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 28 2013, 07:38 AM

That's one your your better works Michelle.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 28 2013, 07:42 AM

Dumbest question I have ever heard....I was trying to drop them.

Posted by: MDG Aug 28 2013, 08:01 AM

Oh. Right. We're pretending thats a Photoshop. Gotcha.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 28 2013, 04:07 PM

Hey Sharon,

Do you happen to know a guy by the name of Mike Ginter? Use to hang out here, same last name, etc. Thought by chance you may know him...

Posted by: SharonG Aug 28 2013, 08:58 PM

Mike said he reads the classifieds every day. Pretty dress, btw.

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 28 2013, 09:03 PM

yah he wants even more boxes he never opens,,,

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 28 2013, 09:07 PM

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 28 2013, 09:13 PM

Thank you. Thank you... blue is my color they say. Slits picked it out.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 28 2013, 09:27 PM

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 28 2013, 10:21 PM

Ferg cant make it so my RES. at the caboose is availible

Posted by: Mrs. K Aug 28 2013, 10:53 PM

Check out this thread kids

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=218205

Lisa

Posted by: SLITS Aug 29 2013, 11:06 AM

DANGER, DANGER WILL ROBINSON

As a Public Service Announcement, I am advising all that plan to Caravan with Elliot that he has a "Pilot Relief Tube" installed in his car. Make sure your windshield wipers are functional.

End of Public Service Announcement ...............

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 29 2013, 05:18 PM

Hi Sharon,

Will the "auto post" feature be enabled for this event so we can post to the forum on the fly?

Posted by: BMITCHELL Aug 29 2013, 05:54 PM

That's news! He told everyone else that it was deicing fluid

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 29 2013, 10:14 PM

F'd up the car. May not make it.

Posted by: Socalandy Aug 29 2013, 10:18 PM

What car? not the GT!!! how bad Maybe I don't want to hear or see details

Posted by: brant Aug 29 2013, 10:20 PM

What?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 29 2013, 10:20 PM

do you mean you F'd the car? You may not make it? How many people are baling out on this trip now?

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 29 2013, 10:20 PM

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 29 2013, 10:21 PM

OMG I wonder if his brakes failed?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 29 2013, 10:23 PM

You better bring an answer here Shea. Don't tell us the car is F'ed then disappear on us!!

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 29 2013, 11:14 PM

I saw the pics. Ferfucksake, put a bandaid on it, let us make fun of your stupid move and drink beers with us.

BTW, it is heartbreaking to see so much as a knick in the paint on that amazing car.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 30 2013, 06:58 AM

You can copy the image URL here, I'm on my iPhone. Hood won't close right now. I'll try to bang it out and get the hood to close but then there's the valve job and oil change and only three days left (heading to LA right now)

Posted by: StratPlayer Aug 30 2013, 08:15 AM

Ooops


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Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 30 2013, 08:26 AM

Take the hood off and bring it - even in the trailer!

It is still a gorgeous example of an award winning GT that we all need to see in person and learn from.

No pressure...

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2013, 08:41 AM

Still looks better than most of ours (well, mine anyways).

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 30 2013, 09:03 AM

I am not going to be able to make this one, a major upgrade at work failed a couple weeks back and they rescheduled for this event weekend.

I do have a room a the caboose, I need to cancel it today - so if someone is needing a room there, call in quick

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2013, 09:47 AM

I still need one...we are currently booked at the Worst Western..

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 30 2013, 10:07 AM

New hinges being delivered to the shop today by Gene Rice. Pays to have great friends. We think the hinges compressed as the hood was against the windshield. Hood is fine. Windshield is fine. Cowl is tweaked.

On our way to Vegas tonight. John, are you working? I need a drink!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 30 2013, 10:14 AM

Yes!

Posted by: 914_teener Aug 30 2013, 10:42 AM

Put your hand on the venus stick and go Eric!

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 30 2013, 10:54 AM

I am off for the weekend. Call me.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2013, 11:01 AM

Thank you Travis! We are now booked Thur-Sun at The Caboose!

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 30 2013, 11:07 AM

I am happy you were able to squeeze in there. Sorry I won't make it, looks like this will be a good turnout.

Oh well, the goats would get lonely if I was away LOL


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Posted by: ThinAir Aug 30 2013, 02:30 PM

At least you'll be there! I'm sure the story of how this happened is better heard in person.

Drive it!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 30 2013, 06:47 PM

Numba please.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 30 2013, 11:12 PM

Well, everything is packed, the car is all loaded except for me, my laptop and the cooler. I will be leaving in 30 minutes on the first leg of the trip, Memphis, Tn to Lincoln, Ne. Hopefully all will go smoothly and trouble free. The moon and stars are out, the top is off and I have been up since 5:00 this morning. Should make for an interesting trip. Catch all you awesome teener folks at my first gas stop. See you all in Durango!


Signing off to go

Shoe

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 31 2013, 05:25 AM

Awesome, safe travels Shoe!

Posted by: brant Aug 31 2013, 11:36 AM

If you want to detour on your way into Lincoln. We are racing in Hastings Nebraska this weekend and there are 7 914 race cars this weekend.

Posted by: brant Aug 31 2013, 11:36 AM

If you want to detour on your way into Lincoln. We are racing in Hastings Nebraska this weekend and there are 7 914 race cars this weekend.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 31 2013, 01:39 PM

Actually I use an empty Gatorade bottle. The mouth of the bottle is just about large enough and the cap seals up tightly.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2013, 01:47 PM

Fuel pump took a poop. Ron, I sent you an email....

Posted by: SLITS Aug 31 2013, 02:00 PM

Sent you back an email!

And waiting for an answer!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2013, 03:23 PM

Well that was weird. Gotta love intermittent gremlins.

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Aug 31 2013, 04:00 PM

Betsy and I made it to Lincoln without any troubles or mechanical failures, all went smooth and she ran like a top. I will leave here early Thursday morning for Durango.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2013, 04:07 PM

Good deal! That is a 800 mile jump from Lincoln to Durango...should make that in 8 1/2 hours...

Posted by: Kansas 914 Aug 31 2013, 05:45 PM

Good to hear Donald. Let me know when you leave Lincoln - cheers!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Aug 31 2013, 07:05 PM

I have a low pressure CB Performance pump you can have but you probably have that fancy fuel injection stuff.

Posted by: VegasRacer Aug 31 2013, 08:02 PM

Good news for somebody - 1 additional room is now available at the Caboose host hotel. Call them directly to reserve this room and join the party.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2013, 08:29 PM

Thanks Ellyut, yes mine is injected.

On Ron's advice I boosted the fuel pump with my jumper cables for a minute...kicked the pump free and it seems to be working well now!


...but if I show up with jumper cables running from my engine bay to my front trunk, y'all will know why!

Posted by: timothy_nd28 Aug 31 2013, 08:38 PM

Ljet?

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2013, 08:43 PM

Yep....

Posted by: timothy_nd28 Aug 31 2013, 08:52 PM

It could also be the dual relay acting up. It wouldn't be a bad thing to have a few radio shack jumpers in the glovebox.

Posted by: JRust Aug 31 2013, 09:35 PM

Just run a power wire from your coil down to the pump. Works with the key on

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 1 2013, 12:56 AM

Why am I not surprised that Ron came up with an idea that worked.

Posted by: shelby/914 Sep 1 2013, 11:46 AM

Just canceled my reservation at the Caboose Motel for Thursday- Saturday nights. Desk clerk sounded very upset, saying that I was the third one. Hopefully someone will pick it up. Sorry to miss the party but a tenant moved out of our house in the mountains and left us a real mess and a money pit.

Brant, since I won't be there just use my T-shirt as a door prize.

Danny

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 1 2013, 12:54 PM

We'll miss you Danny!

Posted by: SharonG Sep 1 2013, 03:39 PM

Wow! We've had a lot of people cancel. I wonder who the 3 are that just canceled? Please check the list in the 1st post and make sure I have you listed if you're coming. I'll be PMing folks to make sure they want lunch, too. See you in 5 days!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 1 2013, 04:21 PM

If anyone has a room at the Best Western, now would be the time to move over to The Caboose. More fun there anyways!

Posted by: SLITS Sep 1 2013, 07:07 PM

It happens every year .....

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 1 2013, 08:38 PM

Eric.. I have a fuel pump from my 75 2.0 I could bring.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 1 2013, 09:05 PM

I think it may be sorted out now. I ran it a few times today without any issues. It may not hurt to have a spare though.

Oh. Liveuploader is up rrc@914world.com

Posted by: sixnotfour Sep 1 2013, 09:35 PM

I had planned to skip a Wedding of Suzie's Boy Friend to my girl friend, Then I was to leave my truck as she needed it for our trailer (yup that kind of wedding), Well after sending my youngest to college this weekend and a flip of the coin, I cannot attend....This changes a number of things for me and Eric Shea, Hopefully the next week I can fulfill the latter part of the trip..So Sad Nacho and That Guy..

BTW...another room at the host Hotel...

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 1 2013, 09:44 PM

Well I'm still gonna be there and lunch as planned sounds perfect!

Posted by: 1stworks Sep 2 2013, 09:15 AM

+1

Posted by: SharonG Sep 2 2013, 06:34 PM

Thanks Guys!


YAY!!!!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 2 2013, 08:02 PM

Quick edit!

rrc@914world.com

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 2 2013, 09:55 PM

I'm still coming to the RRC. My Wife said it was OK and the car seems OK, so I'm leaving Wednesday OK?

Posted by: VegasRacer Sep 2 2013, 10:04 PM

Jason was spotted in Vegas this weekend. I hope he will be sober in time to start drinking again for RRC.

Posted by: JRust Sep 2 2013, 11:01 PM

There is a slight chance I might be able to make it. Everyone think positive thoughts. I need a few things to happen. Then not have any major issues at work. Still probably a no go but I am holding onto a little hope I may swing something

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Sep 3 2013, 05:21 AM

Quit swinging golf clubs and get your butt to RRC!

Posted by: SharonG Sep 3 2013, 07:23 AM

and...

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 3 2013, 09:10 AM

Here is a weather outlook report as of 8AM Durango time today (Tuesday). This is subject to change....

It was almost 90 degrees here this weekend but cooler weather is forecast.

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 3 2013, 09:45 AM

Looks like perfect weather for a 914 event!

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 3 2013, 10:09 AM

Heading home now, at the airport. Loading up the 914 and headingvup to PHX this afternoon for the Dbacks. We pick up the RV tomorrow morning and start our RRC adventure!

Posted by: SharonG Sep 3 2013, 04:41 PM

Hey Folks, just to reiterate, Mike Moorman would be happy to have folks at his house before the BBQ, additionally, I'd bet Mike and Mary both would appreciate some pre-BBQ help.

And Ricola, I see you stalking on the thread - we're going to miss you! I'm afraid of your wife, though.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 3 2013, 04:49 PM

Of course - the more the "Mary-er" - (See what I did there?).

If you are in town don't just sit at the hotel. You can come and help get some of the bugs off of Donald's (Hot_Shoe) bumper (he drives at night a lot).

As a matter of fact if anyone wants to come to the house Friday and scrub bugs off their cars feel free to stop in as I will have everything you need to shine your ride (no enclosed trailer queens).

So much easier than trying to do it in the motel parking lot.

Posted by: dave29 Sep 3 2013, 04:55 PM

Sharon...no lunch for Lisa and myself.
Thanks much. Jim And Lisa ask dave29

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 3 2013, 05:32 PM

Mike, Val and I will be there Thursday afternoon doing some pre-event relaxing. If you need anything, don't hesitate to get a hold of us!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 4 2013, 10:52 AM

Tomorrow! (for some of us)

Posted by: SLITS Sep 4 2013, 10:59 AM

Toast is out.

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 4 2013, 11:17 AM

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 4 2013, 11:41 AM

Posted by: SharonG Sep 4 2013, 05:32 PM

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Sep 4 2013, 06:28 PM

I'm just a little way outside of Denver if anyone is traveling down tonight. I should be in Durango around 1:00 a.m. I can be reached at 901-484-6977.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 4 2013, 06:40 PM

Donald,

I will have a glass of The Glenlivet waiting for you. Cheers!

Posted by: SLITS Sep 4 2013, 07:29 PM

Oooooooo ... single malt scotch ... choice of champions

but

I'll take tequila ... choice of parking lot barbarians.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 4 2013, 07:48 PM

Casadores!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 4 2013, 08:13 PM

Donald,

You better hurry....

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 4 2013, 10:06 PM

*makes note to stop by liquor store*

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 5 2013, 12:33 AM

It looks like the COTM won't be at the RRC this year. I got about 100 miles east of Needles and lunched a valve. I made so much smoke on the interstate, there can't be a live mosquito anywhere along highway 40 for miles. AAA towed me on a flat bed most of the way home and my wife met me in Tehachapi with our pick-up, a tow bar and hitch. I got home about 10: 30 this evening. It's been a long hot day and I'm glad to be home but am sorry I won't get to see Durango this year. So now, instead of drinking tequila with the barbarians in the parking lot I gotta start pulling the engine out. Have a good time everyone.
Cheers, (sorta) Elliot

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 5 2013, 12:42 AM

Elliot,

So sorry to hear about your trouble. Glad you are home safe at least.

You will be missed.

Posted by: VegasRacer Sep 5 2013, 12:48 AM

Is RRC 13 cursed?

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Sep 5 2013, 04:04 AM

Betsy and I finally made it to Durango about an hour ago.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Sep 5 2013, 05:36 AM

I'm arriving around noon.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 5 2013, 06:48 AM

With all the cancellations and your problem, I am now officially nervous. Last time there were so many pullouts, I broke piston ring lands on the six and didn't make it.

I think I'll stay at home.

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 5 2013, 07:18 AM

Weak.....

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2013, 07:56 AM

Yeah. I agree. :puss:

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 5 2013, 08:18 AM

Posted by: rhodyguy Sep 5 2013, 08:45 AM

elliot, was the engine a relatively new build by F.A.T.?

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 5 2013, 08:57 AM

It was about 30K. At first glance, I think it's a valve guide. I'll have to take the head off to see.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 5 2013, 09:12 AM

I am old and weak .... Anybody know where I can buy a bottle of 3 Generations Tequila ... I left the Casadores at home.

I need my God Strength Liquid!!!

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 5 2013, 09:32 AM

Liquid Assets in Cortez. If they don't have it, it doesn't exist.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2013, 09:34 AM

Fix it and c'mon!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Sep 5 2013, 10:45 AM

I start pulling the engine today. If I can get the heads done by Saturday, I'll see you there.

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 5 2013, 10:48 AM

Just take your wife's car. It's faster, handles better and is way more comfortable.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 5 2013, 11:14 AM

Thanks Ernie. I called and they're holding a bottle for me! HooooRaaah!!!! ... "That Guy" time.

I think I'll add a bit to my fuel tank for that "extra power". Sure beats the hell outta Ethanol!!

Posted by: SLITS Sep 5 2013, 01:01 PM

I am outta here and on my way ... to Flagstaff. Fingers crossed as it 107 thru the desert!!

Posted by: jsconst Sep 5 2013, 01:10 PM

I'm back in Albuquerque for the night. Get up in the morning, give the car a quick bath, then off to Durango....probably the shortest drive I've made since I left...I get to sleep in.

See you there

Jeff

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 5 2013, 03:05 PM

That's the spirit!

Posted by: Scott S Sep 5 2013, 03:50 PM

Have fun all!!

I did my undergrad in Durango. Love that town - at least the way it was back in the mid-late 80's!!!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 5 2013, 04:03 PM

It has not changed since the 80's... The 1880's that is!

Posted by: JRust Sep 5 2013, 05:42 PM

Still trying to work something. If I make it it will be saturday morning. I'll be bringing my daughter with me. All hinges on my work & if anything explodes tomorrow. Keep them fingers crossed

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 5 2013, 05:43 PM

That is great news - good luck - fingers crossed!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2013, 06:05 PM

Still processing...may take a few minutes...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JOiu9toXw8

Posted by: SLITS Sep 5 2013, 10:40 PM

Made Flag. Dinner, shower and a kinda cheap dinner (Chick-fil-A).

Car and my body did not like the desert.

Good Night!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2013, 10:44 PM

Sweeet!!!!! RRC isn't the same without Slits!

Every event needs a Slit to poke pick on!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2013, 11:57 PM

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

Posted by: SLITS Sep 6 2013, 06:52 AM

Well, your car is much faster downhill

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 6 2013, 09:36 AM

Yep!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lk1DAYj9s28

Posted by: JRust Sep 6 2013, 12:07 PM

I am not coming. Tried to swing it. I am flying to Boise & buying a car. Then going to SLC to visit my daughter. I've got to be back sunday night. So just going to spend the time with her there. Was going to do a crazy drive to be there but just doesn't make sense now. I'll shoot some pics of my new ride once I get it. Have fun everyone

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 03:19 PM

Still trying to make it, stuck in Bloomfield NM, vapor locked again
It's not even that hot, but the stop and go and slow speeds going through towns kill it.
This makes 5 times, 4 in New Mexico I hate the desert and so does my car.

Might be late

Jeff

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 6 2013, 03:34 PM

Almost a straight shot non-stop after Bloomfield

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 04:48 PM

Made it out of Bloomfield died again, now I'm stuck in Aztec
I hate the fuching desert....this car will NEVER leave California again.

2 hrs about 15 miles this sucks

Jeff

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 05:28 PM

Well made it 5 miles out of Aztec, thinking about going back to Aztec and getting a room then heading home when it cools down...not sure if I can deal with this anymore.


Jeff

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 05:34 PM

Google says I'm 24 miles from Durango ........are u fuching kidding me, I've driven over 3500 miles since last Thursday.......and I can't make it another 24 miles.....
Fuching desert.

I'm not quitting with 24 miles to go......but when I get there I'm getting and then some....fuching desert.

Jeff

Posted by: 914_teener Sep 6 2013, 05:37 PM

Do you still have your raintray in?

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 05:58 PM

Not any more, just took it off. Thought about that earlier, we'll see if it helps, plus it's getting cooler.

This has been the longest 40 miles or so of the whole trip.

See how far I make it this time....anyone with a trailer want to come get me, or just bring me a beer

Jeff

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 06:21 PM

Guess it didn't help, now I'm at the 550/160intersection

Good times

Jeff

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Sep 6 2013, 08:50 PM

What's the latest?

Posted by: jsconst Sep 6 2013, 10:48 PM

Finally made it, cars not moving till its time to go home.
Might try changing the fuel pump tomorrow.

For now

Jeff

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 7 2013, 12:42 AM

Glad you made it Jeff! Good times tonight laughing it off after a hard day!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2013, 12:52 AM

...and a shut down to the last awesome night of this event!

If we do not see you in the morning, Val and I would like to thank everyone for making this a spectacular event!

I special thanks to Mike and Mary, as well as Sharon and Brant for putting this all together. Without Sharon and Brant's planning skills and the Moorman's hospitality, this would have not been possible!

Posted by: brant Sep 8 2013, 07:35 AM

Thank you sharron and eric. Mike and Mary. And Andy and for the sticker. Also everyone that came who really made the event what it is.

Posted by: brant Sep 8 2013, 07:40 AM

A couple of people still need to pay sharron for the lunch/dinners. So if you haven't made arrangements with her don't forget to pay for your food

Posted by: 1stworks Sep 8 2013, 07:36 PM

+1
Thanks for a great time......
Sorry about Betsy.

Scotty

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 8 2013, 08:43 PM

What an excellent event!

Thanks to everyone for helping me troubleshoot my fuel issue. Thanks so much Ed for having that right answer that sparked my memory.

Special thanks to Mike and Mary Moorman for opening up their house and treating us like a 911 crowd!

Special thanks to Jim and Lisa for pulling me out of a gasoline induced comma and taking Jeff and I to your little slice of paradise on the Animas river.

Special thanks to Brant for loaning me some tools and helping me immensely.

Special, special thanks to Eric and Val for all your help and organization and...

Super special thanks to Sharon and Mike for a putting on great event!

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 8 2013, 09:05 PM

Agreed - it was a most excellent adventure!

Thanks again to all that helped out:

Jim Watters for the coolers of soft drinks and water that kept us going during the day.

Eric and Val for the adult beverages at the BBQ.

Eric, Mike and Brant for stepping up when needed....

To all my new friends - cheers!

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Sep 8 2013, 09:08 PM

I hope everyone has made it home safe, I'm still hauling ass across West Texas.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2013, 09:37 PM

Thank you Mike! Oh, and Val is already working out when we can meet up with you and Mary again!


We had an awesome time! We took our time and drive home via Delores, Rico, Telluride and Ridgway.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 8 2013, 09:59 PM

Is any chance the event will be in Durango next year? I just got home from Toronto Saturday night. I know the Alien is fast but there is no way I was making it by Sunday morning.

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 8 2013, 10:05 PM

Mike & I are both home safe. Had a little scare with Mike's car when it shut down momentarily after the rain started near Gray Mountain, AZ but an otherwise great trip. Now to sort out the pictures and get some up on the picture thread.

Already looking forward to next year. What a great event! Thanks to all for setting this up!

Posted by: michael7810 Sep 9 2013, 05:55 AM

What a great time. Moveqik and I had a great drive back to Phoenix thanks to the cooler temps due to the rain. No problems other than finding another leak in my car during a hard rain. Many thanks to Brant, Sharon, Mike & Mary, and all those who helped with the arrangements. Hopefully next year I won't be on medication that prevents me from drinking.

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 9 2013, 07:04 AM

Ditto what everyone said! And to top off an amazing event, Mike & I were treated to a down right chilly drive home until
The last hour. Never before seen for an RRC drive!

Sharon, Mike, Mike, Mary(and anyone else that helped)- thank you! Jason and Andy - thank you for the awesome stickers and awards.

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 9 2013, 09:08 AM

Interesting drive back from PHX, but not too bad. It seems that on Saturday night, I started losing some gears. Trying to go into first gave me 3rd, .. 3rd gave me 5th. I'm assuming (hopefully) linkage bushings. Luckily I can get the car rolling in 3rd, and kept it in 5th the entire drive.

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 9 2013, 10:27 AM

Excellent - we look forward to it - cheers!

Posted by: hot_shoe914 Sep 9 2013, 12:23 PM

Thanks to Sharon, Gint, Eric, Val, Mike, Mary, Jason, Andy, Brant and everyone else for putting together and participating in such an awesome event. I am glad that I finally got to make it out west for an event and meet a lot of great people.

Car ran great and all 3000 miles were trouble free (except for thebusted windshield) and I finally made it home about 11:00 this morning after rolling out of Durango about 9:00 yesterday morning. I'm thinking if I make another RRC, it will be by aircraft.

Had a blast and really enjoyed meeting everyone. I hope all made it back home safe and sound and trouble free.



Shoe

Posted by: JRust Sep 9 2013, 01:08 PM

Good to hear you made there & back okay Shoe! Wish I could have been there to meet you finally. Glad you had a great time. Good people at all 914 event's I have found

Posted by: SharonG Sep 9 2013, 07:14 PM

Unfortunately not, Rick. We're looking at either Moab or something close to Bryce Canyon if we can find something that we won't have to room 6 people per double room to afford the lodging cost.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 9 2013, 07:21 PM

I would like to thank:

Mike (Gint) for being my silent backup crew.

Mike and Mary Moorman for hosting the best BBQ EVER!!! And for coordinating Saturday dinner (delicious).

Val and Sleepin for coordinating the Saturday lunches.

Sleepin for yet another epic t-shirt design.

Jason (AZ914) for excellent awards!

Brant for coordinating the t-shirt orders and being my admin assistant.

Andy for the super cool decals (one is on Mike's Audi).

I look forward to seeing all my 914 peeps every year.

Posted by: rnellums Sep 9 2013, 08:49 PM

If you fly into Denver You can roll in one of mine!

Posted by: dave29 Sep 9 2013, 09:12 PM

RRC attendees......thanks for coming to Durango for RRC. Because of this event, I had the great fortune to meet Mike and Mary and now consider them friends along with the rest of the RRC crew. Thanks for the award, NARP. I know she (997) has water in her veins but you can't hold that against her. Great to meet all of you.
Best
Jim and Lisa
PS...my buyer flaked so I might make Moab.

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 9 2013, 09:34 PM

Your buyer is a fool...they just flaked on one of the most beautiful examples of a factory six that I have ever seen. Hopefully we see it next year!

Posted by: dave29 Sep 9 2013, 09:39 PM

Thank you. Go to the classified section under cars and look up "reward 914-6" etc. Good reading.
Best
Jim

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 9 2013, 10:24 PM

Great to meet the both of you! We look forward to seeing you at at more events!

Posted by: VegasRacer Sep 9 2013, 11:34 PM

Where there any ideas for RT 66?

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 10 2013, 06:59 AM

NO....one of the planners wasn't there.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 10 2013, 07:23 AM

"It is your destiny Luke"

Thanks again Jim and Lisa. You single handedly turned a bad day into a great day.

Posted by: dave29 Sep 10 2013, 07:37 AM

Our pleasure Eric...you're welcome anytime.

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 10 2013, 08:27 AM

Wills and I were shooting around a couple of ideas but nothing solid... Trying to mix it up a bit.

Posted by: SLITS Sep 10 2013, 10:36 AM

There was talk about a party at Wills house and then a trip up to Pine for lunch where you get burgers with no tomato easily .

How 'bout Phoenix to Payson to Pine to Winslow to Holbrook to Heber to Payson to Phoenix? 313 Miles. Pick a spot to stay the night.

Posted by: AZ914 Sep 10 2013, 11:10 AM

That is a nice drive... except for the Winslow to Holbrook part ... but that is short.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 10 2013, 11:21 AM

It might be cool to have a "traveling event", that way we aren't staying at the same place. Also, a Thursday-Sunday might be cool do do for once as well.

Posted by: orthobiz Sep 10 2013, 11:34 AM

I'm flying to pick mine up in CA later this month and driving back to Michigan over four days. I saw your windshield (ouch!) and found clear duct tape at my FLAPS. I didn't know they made such a thing! I don't want a stone to ruin the ride back!

Paul

Posted by: Kansas 914 Sep 10 2013, 04:05 PM

I think the timing of the event last weekend worked out great!

Here is the weather forecast for the next few days........



And it has been raining all day today.