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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Attention WI-IL-IN-MI-OH 914World 9th Annual BBQ, August 13th 2016, In Portage Indiana
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Mar 30 2016, 01:51 PM
I know it is early in the year, but I have had a few people ask.
It's offical!
The 9th Annual NorthWest Indiana 914 BBQ will be held on August 13th 2016. So save the day!
If possible to please bring side dish to share. We will have the big ice tray cooler so we can keep cold food cold.
Menu will include, but not limited to:
Burgers, Brats, Dogs
Soda, Water, Ice tea, and Coffee BYOB if you want anything else.
You don't need a 914 to come. We have plenty of room. I have chairs, but its a good idea to bring your own.
Doors open 10:30am central, that's 11:30am for eastern time guys. 
My address:
Garold Shaffer
6852 Prairie Run Ave
Portage In 46368
219-730-9205 (cell)
Location is my house in Portage Indiana just off the Indiana Toll road (Portage exit) and I-94 (exit 19).
Directions:
From I94 take Exit 19 (Portage / Port of Indiana) south to 1st stop light (Rt 20). Turn left (east) on RT 20 to first stop light, aprrox 1 mile (sameulson road). Turn Right (south) on Sameulson rd. Go to 3rd stop sign (central ave) and turn left (east) on Central Ave. My subdivison is on the left about 1/8 mile called Prairie Run. Turn in and stay left, we are 5th house on left. You will see my 914(s) in the drive. Don't worry about parking in my drive, all 914s mark their spots and I have cleaner.
I will put out a few signs with 914 & arrows on them once you get to central ave to help direct you on your way.
Location is my house in Portage Indiana just off the Indiana Toll road (Portage exit) and I-94 (exit 19).
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Posted by: 914forme Mar 31 2016, 05:53 AM
Added to my calendar, I will try to make it there, and maybe, just maybe brings some grub.
Posted by: LowBridge Mar 31 2016, 08:21 AM
Posted by: timothy_nd28 Mar 31 2016, 08:38 AM
My wife being in labor prevented me from attending last year, shouldn't be a problem this year, I'm in! 
Posted by: RR914 Mar 31 2016, 09:14 AM
My wife and I plan on making it there this year! Maybe make a caravan from the north through the ORD area on the way down to you. Thanks Garold
Posted by: brettrarnold Mar 31 2016, 09:16 AM
Wow Portage Indiana, i drove my current 914 featured in my blog listed below in Ogden Dunes Indiana when i was 13 and towed it out to Colorado a few years ago. Wish i had her running to come back from the bbq but thats okay. Next time!
-Brett
Posted by: TM_Corey Mar 31 2016, 04:19 PM
I know it is early in the year, but I have had a few people ask.
It's offical!
The 9th Annual NorthWest Indiana 914 BBQ will be held on August 13th 2016. So save the day!
Looking forward to being there, either in the 911 or the 914.
Posted by: Cracker Mar 31 2016, 04:36 PM
Garold - I wish it was two weeks later - I'd enjoy meeting you "Yanks"! I'll be passing through, with my car, just prior to Labor Day Weekend. Have fun and be safe!
Tony
Posted by: sb914 Apr 1 2016, 05:26 AM
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Posted by: JP3 Apr 1 2016, 05:42 AM
I just marked it down on my calendar. I build equipment for food companies so I will bring some cases of Italian sausage. 
Posted by: mb911 Apr 1 2016, 03:53 PM
Would love to come but no way of knowing what I will be doing hopefully going to little league world series.. But then again you never know..
I could do a welding seminar for all you though if I can be there.
Posted by: Garold Shaffer May 28 2016, 03:58 PM
Holiday weekend You all have a safe Memorial day weekend.
Posted by: OU812 May 28 2016, 07:59 PM
Sure......what about the Minnesota folks? 
Posted by: arsprod Jun 10 2016, 09:51 AM
Well dayam, I'll be on vacation in northern Michigan. I'd leave early but likely wouldn't be allowed in the house any more!
Posted by: orthobiz Jun 12 2016, 07:13 AM
Gonna try hard to make it again this year.
Paul
Posted by: Camaro Mike Jun 12 2016, 10:43 AM
Looking forward to it.
Mike
Posted by: orthobiz Jun 15 2016, 06:36 PM
I sent this link to Tom Bliznik, hopefully he'll come!
Paul
Posted by: designerguy90 Jun 21 2016, 12:51 PM
Ill be there Garold. Probably in the 968, its looking like the 914 has to go for now. We will see though!
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jul 6 2016, 10:41 PM
Just over a month away.
Posted by: Bartlett 914 Jul 7 2016, 08:38 AM
Looking forward to being there.
Mark
Posted by: Mike Fitton Jul 7 2016, 07:24 PM
Going to miss this for the first time in a while, have a wedding to go to that day. Great time hope the weather is good for you Garold!
Posted by: earossi Jul 10 2016, 09:27 PM
Garold,
Missed last year's event (out of town). But, look forward to being at this year's event. I have passed my 914/6 conversion onto my son in Idaho, but will bring my old 993 if it is OK.
Ernie
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jul 10 2016, 10:41 PM
Garold,
Missed last year's event (out of town). But, look forward to being at this year's event. I have passed my 914/6 conversion onto my son in Idaho, but will bring my old 993 if it is OK.
Ernie
Of course it is. Looking forward to seeing you.
Posted by: arsprod Jul 23 2016, 08:02 AM
Looks like I get to make it this year. Love to caravan with other Indy area drivers (not 100% sure the tree frog will make it!).
Aaron
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jul 23 2016, 10:04 PM
Getting closer. I have put in my request for a nice sunny, but yet not to hot day for the BBQ. Hopefully the weatherman listens.
Posted by: 914forme Jul 24 2016, 07:41 AM
Uh, Mid 70s would be nice with mild cloud cover, and a slight breeze. Can't wait hopefully work won't go crazy and I'll be there.
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Jul 27 2016, 10:57 PM
to page one
Posted by: fixer34 Jul 28 2016, 04:37 PM
Had a great time last year (my first), put some faces with the names on here. But alas, family get together on the East coast scheduled for the same weekend. I'll be crossing my fingers for good weather so you can have the roofs off.
Posted by: gms Jul 30 2016, 07:12 AM
Will see you then!
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 1 2016, 12:08 PM
to keep this on page one. 12 more days to go. 
Posted by: orthobiz Aug 5 2016, 06:52 PM
Not looking so good...family stuff (good stuff) going on!
Paul
Posted by: gms Aug 6 2016, 08:03 AM
ONE WEEK TO GO!
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 6 2016, 09:54 AM
ONE WEEK TO GO!
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Posted by: JP3 Aug 8 2016, 04:55 AM
I'm still trying to make it but work has been trouble lately. How late do you usually go?
Posted by: designerguy90 Aug 8 2016, 11:31 AM
I should be there around 1 - 1:15 ish. Looking forward to it!
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 8 2016, 11:34 AM
I'm still trying to make it but work has been trouble lately. How late do you usually go?
Until the last person leaves. Usually by 7ish, but hey I'm cool with midnight
Posted by: gms Aug 9 2016, 08:29 AM
is Brad Mayeur going to be there?
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 9 2016, 02:21 PM
is Brad Mayeur going to be there?
Yes
Posted by: gms Aug 9 2016, 10:25 PM
is Brad Mayeur going to be there?
Yes
great news
Posted by: JP3 Aug 10 2016, 10:48 AM
Posted by: 914forme Aug 10 2016, 06:04 PM
I will have to miss this , won't make my staff work the weekend if I'm not willing to work also. Bummed, yet I'll feed the crew to keep them going over the weekend.
Posted by: Bartlett 914 Aug 11 2016, 07:17 PM
I always look forward to this event. This year work has been crazy. I am stuck on a job that will keep me out of this one. I hope you all have a great time
mark
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 11 2016, 10:20 PM
Only one more day.
Weather report is calling for liquid sunshine in the morning hours 
then overcast the rest of the day. I have towels to help dry wet cars Don't let the weather stop you from coming out. Bring a picture of your car if you don't want to drive in the weather. The garage is dry and I have plenty of parts cars (5) we can look at.
Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 11 2016, 10:39 PM
Always wanted to make it to this, and never have, looks like this may be the year! I'll have the water cooled japanese flat 4, due to the fact that the air cooled flat 4 is in my garage with no car to put it in (although, I could put it in the back of the wagon 
) Nevertheless, I was hoping to bring a friend of the family - who recently switched over from the darkside (literally, lucas electrical systems) of British cars, and went out & got himself a 74 2.0l - but, unfortunately he is on a previously planned vacation.
Looking forward to putting some names & faces together finally!
Anything special you'd like me to bring as a side, or a favorite beverage for the host?
Posted by: RR914 Aug 12 2016, 01:35 AM
Garold, my wife was in the hospital this week and is scheduled to come home today. Providing all is good and safe, I will be coming alone as she is pretty weak yet. Looking foward to meeting everyone
Robert
Posted by: JP3 Aug 12 2016, 06:22 AM
I will be there and bringing Italian Beef. Do you need anything else?
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 12 2016, 06:31 AM
Bring what you would like to share.
That would be great, thank you.
And Robert hopefully your wife gets to come home today. Wishing her a speedy recovery.
Oh, and I will have chairs, but not enough for everyone so if you have room bring a chair.
Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.
Posted by: JP3 Aug 12 2016, 07:17 AM
I have never driven in the rain with my car. I do not have a rain tray and running a small block with a air filter that has an open top. How much rain can I suck into the engine and not have a problem?
Posted by: ptravnic Aug 12 2016, 01:20 PM
Hi Gerold - I'd like to come and bring along one of my little kiddos. Are kiddos (5yr old) welcome or is this more of the older crowd? I won't take offense if kiddo's aren't a good fit.
It's been a while since I was regularly involved in the 914's, but I got mine up & running again and am looking forward to catching up.
-Pete
Posted by: GeorgeRud Aug 12 2016, 03:02 PM
I'll have to miss everyone as my health is still not strong enough to travel, but I want to share my best wishes to all the Midwest tenets!
Posted by: gms Aug 12 2016, 03:13 PM
I'll have to miss everyone as my health is still not strong enough to travel, but I want to share my best wishes to all the Midwest tenets!
you will be missed, get well!
Posted by: Chris H. Aug 12 2016, 05:06 PM
I have never driven in the rain with my car. I do not have a rain tray and running a small block with a air filter that has an open top. How much rain can I suck into the engine and not have a problem?
Could you duct tape a piece of cardboard over the top or attach it to the lid in that section? Then just throw it away?
Hey is that a Beck body kit on your car? And BTW Jerry you live like 15 minutes from me! I'm in Plainfield.
Hey George everything OK? Hope it's nothing too serious.
Posted by: GeorgeRud Aug 12 2016, 05:37 PM
Had the pleasure of having a burst appendix back in January and have been hospitalized and in rehab till last week when I was finally able to get home. Very poor feeling in my legs (due to the lengthy hospitalization), and lost the use of my left arm (cause unknown). I hope to get it's use back, but right now I'm just a passenger and still tire easily. Gotta stay positive!
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 12 2016, 06:09 PM
Pete - yes please bring your son, this is a family event.
George - wishing you a full & speedy recovery. we will miss not having you here.
Jerry - I would think Chris idea would work.
Just wanted to say again you don't need to bring a 914 to come. We all have the sickness so drive whatever you want, just come hang out with other 914 nuts and enjoy some food and fellowship.
See you tomorrow. 
Posted by: RR914 Aug 12 2016, 09:18 PM
Chicago folks, sorry for the late call out due to my wife hospital stay. She's back out, but too weak to enjoy the company. What time are you all heading down? I'm in Mt Prospect. 914 Caravan to Portage?
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 13 2016, 07:07 AM
3 hours
Posted by: designerguy90 Aug 13 2016, 07:40 AM
Do you need me to bring anythung specific food wise Garold? I won't be there till 115ish.
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 13 2016, 08:48 AM
Do you need me to bring anythung specific food wise Garold? I won't be there till 115ish.
I really don't know. If you feel like bringing some thing, maybe some chips or???
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 13 2016, 08:50 AM
Garage & canopy are ready, fans are on and it is very muggy. Perfect! 
O'well that's the way it goes.
Posted by: JP3 Aug 13 2016, 09:13 AM
On our way from Joliet area.
Posted by: ptravnic Aug 13 2016, 10:46 AM
Leaving Chicago now. Be there about 2pm Eastern time.
Posted by: orthobiz Aug 13 2016, 12:06 PM
Couldn't make it. Hopefully you guys will post some pics and list the names of the 914 nuts in the pics!
Say hi to Brad for me!!
Paul
Posted by: JP3 Aug 13 2016, 02:13 PM
Thanks Garold for putting this on. It was nice meeting everyone. Sorry we had to leave early but going to a concert tonight.
Posted by: whitetwinturbo Aug 13 2016, 02:27 PM
.......wish I was there
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Aug 13 2016, 07:55 PM
As usual I was busy talking and didn't take any pictures 
Julie snapped a few photos. Thanks to all that came out, hope you all had a good time. The weather held out after the early morning rain. We will do this again next year.
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Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 13 2016, 09:50 PM
It was great meeting, and talking to some of you & finally putting some faces to the names. I showed up more than fashionably late, and missed quite a few of you, but I had a great time!
A big thank you to Garold & his wife, for hosting this event, as well as his in-laws for their hospitality! I had alot of fun, learned some things, and the world got a little smaller!
After I download the pix off my camera I'll post them up!
Posted by: RR914 Aug 13 2016, 11:35 PM
Great bunch of guys with passion to keep these alive. Thanks Garald for hosting and giving us an opportunity to get together. A big thanks to Stephan for helping me get my tach back working! Anybody ever get up to the Ohare area stop on by
Posted by: gms Aug 14 2016, 09:39 AM
Garold and Julie thanks for host another great event!
It was great to once again see some old friends and make some new friends!
Posted by: earossi Aug 14 2016, 09:21 PM
Garold,
Just s short note to express my gratitude to you and your family for hosting this annual BBQ. Even though I have passed my 914 onto my son who lives out of state, I still have a tremendous interest in the cars and the 914 group that hangs together in this area of the country.
I was the guy that showed up in the maroon 993. I also brought a "new" acquaintance, Al Zamora, who currently does not own a 914; but, is thinking about acquiring one. He arrived at your place in the nice tangerine 911T.
I ran into some old friends at this affair, and spent some time discussing VW's with your Dad, since he is of my era. I was sorry to see that Brad Mayeur was not up to making the trip. Brad did a great deal of work on my conversion car. Truly a saint of a guy.
So, thank you for your thoughtfulness and hospitality. You are one of the ones that make 914's a great hobby in the Chicagoland area. Hope to see you next year, with or without a 914 in my stable.
Regards,
Ernie Rossi
Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 15 2016, 09:07 AM
Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 15 2016, 09:10 AM
here's the proof Garold!
Highlighted, for your pleasure!
Thanks Again! had a great time!
Posted by: ptravnic Aug 15 2016, 12:43 PM
Thanks Gerold & family for inviting all of us over to your house.
Good times all around!
Posted by: GeorgeRud Aug 15 2016, 12:57 PM
One mistake we always make is not taking photos of the cars with owners as well. Makes for a nice remeberance of the event. Hope to be able to make it next year!
Posted by: Vapor_locked Aug 15 2016, 01:27 PM
One mistake we always make is not taking photos of the cars with owners as well. Makes for a nice remeberance of the event. Hope to be able to make it next year!
I thought about this afterward too - I also got there late and missed a bunch of people. It would be good to get everyone together for a group photo if possible.
I had hoped to meet you this year George - I read your post about your health issues, made the minor ones I've been having seem, well, minor! Keep chugging along, I'll be hoping for you to have an increasingly speedy & full recovery!
Posted by: designerguy90 Aug 16 2016, 11:08 AM
Thanks again for your hospitality Garold and putting on such a great event. What made it even better was not having to get trailered home this year.
Posted by: Mike Fitton Aug 16 2016, 01:40 PM
Garold,
Just s short note to express my gratitude to you and your family for hosting this annual BBQ. Even though I have passed my 914 onto my son who lives out of state, I still have a tremendous interest in the cars and the 914 group that hangs together in this area of the country.
I was the guy that showed up in the maroon 993. I also brought a "new" acquaintance, Al Zamora, who currently does not own a 914; but, is thinking about acquiring one. He arrived at your place in the nice tangerine 911T.
I ran into some old friends at this affair, and spent some time discussing VW's with your Dad, since he is of my era. I was sorry to see that Brad Mayeur was not up to making the trip. Brad did a great deal of work on my conversion car. Truly a saint of a guy.
So, thank you for your thoughtfulness and hospitality. You are one of the ones that make 914's a great hobby in the Chicagoland area. Hope to see you next year, with or without a 914 in my stable.
Regards,
Ernie Rossi
Wish I was there had a wedding to go to. Funny I bought some Turbo Twist wheels from AL Zamora on Sunday picked them up at his house in Muncie, IN. nice guy. He has an '02 Turbo besides the '69 911T. He was very interested in my Tangerine 914-6.
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