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Posted by: stevegm Feb 28 2017, 08:59 PM
It's official. Mid-Engine Invasion is on. Here are the plans:
FRIDAY BAR-B-QUE:
We are going to meet at Bob's house on Friday for a small bar-b-qua. Come whenever you like between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm. Bob and I are sponsoring the bar-b-qua. BYOB.
Bob's house is:
9 Mary Drive
Dillsburg, PA 17019
FRIDAY RALLY/DRIVE:
At about 1:00 pm we will leave Bob's house of the rally/drive. During the drive we will stop at Air-Cooled Racing's shops. It should be a good time.
FRIDAY DINNER:
The drive will end at Hoss's Steak and Seahouse (9009 Bridge Rd, Hummelstown, PA 17036), at around 6:00 - 6:00, where we can all have dinner. This is a nice, casual restaurant (real casual), that can accommodate our size group.
SATURDAY:
Saturday morning, we will meet at the Dunkin Donutes near the swap meet to caravan to the People's Choice show. Last year I think we met at 7:00 am. The swap meet opens at 7:30 am.
Dunkin Donuts
621 Park Ave
Hershey, PA 17033
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We are starting to organize this year's Hershey, PA Mid-Engine Invasion. Mark is handling swap meet spaces. Bob has volunteered to plan the Friday drive/rally. Thanks guys. I will post event details in the next week or so. Can't wait.
Let's start a list of who's planning to do the Friday activities?
saigon71
mepstein
stevegm
Big Len
914dave
Yellow75
r_towle
Rocket
rgolia
struckn
BeatNavy
dcheek
TM_Corey
Garold Shaffer - would like to ride with someone for the Friday drive
Brad Mayer - would like to ride with someone for the Friday drive
Porschef
Amphicar770
Posted by: Big Len Feb 28 2017, 09:35 PM
Steve - Thanks so much for all the work involved.
Posted by: r_towle Mar 1 2017, 12:07 AM
if nothing terrible happens, we will be there.
I think last years excuse is totally valid..
rich
Posted by: 914dave Mar 1 2017, 06:39 AM
I'll be there.
Posted by: yellow75 Mar 1 2017, 07:10 AM
yeah if BUTTERZ is back together by then, I'll be there..
Posted by: r_towle Mar 1 2017, 01:44 PM
yeah if BUTTHERTZ is back together by then, I'll be there..
Fixed it for you
Posted by: rgolia Mar 1 2017, 01:49 PM
I will be there with my very bright yellow 914. Count me in on the Friday drive and thanks to all those on the organization team. If you need help in any way let me know. The only thing I will not do is stay at the nights inn.
Posted by: struckn Mar 1 2017, 04:22 PM
I'm good for Friday, wouldn't miss it. Thanks! 
Also, something to mention and think about. We all did the Concourse last year on Saturday in order to have a meeting place to gather. It worked out nicely. Here is what I read in the this Month's PCA Club New letter. The entry into Hershey on Saturday costs $20, and the cost to enter the Concourse this year will be an additional $20. I think it was $10 last year so it will cost more this year. The thing to remember however is the Goody Bag they gave those who enter Concourse had some really nice things that probably was close to the entry cost. You decide, I'm in for it if we want to repeat doing the Concourse..
Doug in Shrewsbury/New Freedom, South Central Pa.
(aka Struckn)
Posted by: stevegm Mar 1 2017, 04:51 PM
IIRC the concourse is a people's choice thing. Last year those that wanted to do it met at the donut shop and we all caravaned over to enter the show. I was thinking we'd do the same thing this year. Bummer that they raised the cost.
Posted by: BeatNavy Mar 1 2017, 06:24 PM
In for Friday drive, Friday dinner, and the people's concourse if that's the general group consensus. I'm just there to make the other cars look good. We all have a role to play, and I know mine.
Posted by: dcheek Mar 2 2017, 07:25 AM
I'm good for Friday, wouldn't miss it. Thanks!
Also, something to mention and think about. We all did the Concourse last year on Saturday in order to have a meeting place to gather. It worked out nicely. Here is what I read in the this Month's PCA Club New letter. The entry into Hershey on Saturday costs $20, and the cost to enter the Concourse this year will be an additional $20. I think it was $10 last year so it will cost more this year. The thing to remember however is the Goody Bag they gave those who enter Concourse had some really nice things that probably was close to the entry cost. You decide, I'm in for it if we want to repeat doing the Concourse..
Doug in Shrewsbury/New Freedom, South Central Pa.
(aka Struckn)
WOW! 40 bucks! That makes the All Air Cooled Gathering I help run in September a real bargain at $15 for car and driver, and it's a judged event.
Dave
Posted by: TM_Corey Mar 2 2017, 09:23 AM
I'm in to hang out on Friday if it's still happening in the evening. I'm taking the kids to Gettysburg and Flight 93 memorial on the way, so I bet we don't get there until 7pm'ish.
Hoping to bring the 2.0 and the C2S
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Mar 2 2017, 10:27 AM
Brad and I will be in for Friday's fun. Of course we may need a ride since we will have the truck & trailer.
Posted by: Porschef Mar 2 2017, 10:38 AM
Barring any unforseen circustances I'll be there for the Friday. Comimg solo, so if anyone needs a ride, i have an empty seat...
Posted by: Amphicar770 Mar 2 2017, 02:56 PM
Last year my 914 was not ready in time. This year looking forward to it.
Posted by: BENBRO02 Mar 2 2017, 05:41 PM
My 914 is in the shop becoming roadworthy $$$. Probably won't make Friday but I can't wait for Saturday. I need a 5th Fuchs for my spare.
Posted by: stevegm Mar 6 2017, 02:52 PM
Bob and I worked on the plans over the weekend. Here is a tentative rundown of what we are thinking. Official details will be posted by the end of the week.
We are thinking about meeting between 11:30 and 1:00 on Friday for a bar-b-q lunch. The drive will start at 1 pm. We are hoping to end the drive at a different restruant that can better accommodate us. Underdogs is nice. But, it isn't large enough for us. So we have another place in mind for Friday night. Saturday, we will meet at the donut shop and caravan to the People's Choice Car show at the swap meet.
Posted by: BillC Mar 6 2017, 03:49 PM
Where are people staying? I'm going to come up for the swap meet, but don't yet know if I can make it on Friday. So, if it turns out I can make it, I'll need to find a hotel room pretty quick, preferably one with a low risk of disease, injury or theft (read some of the earlier threads). 
Posted by: r_towle Mar 6 2017, 07:48 PM
Add Rocket, my co-pilot
Posted by: ratsterr Mar 6 2017, 08:24 PM
I should be showing up with 3 others, so 4 in total.
Posted by: dcheek Mar 7 2017, 06:37 AM
Where is everybody staying Friday night? I've seen in previous years there have been some questionable motels that have been used.
Dave
Posted by: stevegm Mar 7 2017, 07:00 AM
There isn't an official hotel. In years past many people have stayed at the Knights Inn in Palmyra, and that's where the famous Friday late-night hang out is. But I've never stayed there. So I can't speak to the conditions. We always just find a hotel nearby Hershey.
Posted by: dcheek Mar 7 2017, 08:19 AM
There isn't an official hotel. In years past many people have stayed at the Knights Inn in Palmyra, and that's where the famous Friday late-night hang out is. But I've never stayed there. So I can't speak to the conditions. We always just find a hotel nearby Hershey.
What is the go to hotel this year?
Dave
Posted by: 914dave Mar 7 2017, 10:24 AM
Some of us are at the Super 8. If you check the unofficial Hershey thread some of the others posted where they will be.
Looks like I will have an open seat on Friday. Will be sure a little later.
BBQ sounds like a great way to kick off the weekend.
Posted by: Big Len Mar 18 2017, 07:27 AM
The People's Choice Awards admission price has not been raised. It is the same as last year ($30). The Porsche Corral is where to park your car if it's for sale and that is $40. I hope most attendees add their car to the show regardless of condition. First, it's the best parking spot around (next to the food and bathrooms) and second, another strong showing will hopefully convince the PA PCA to have a separate category for 914s and not lump us in with Caymans and Boxsters.
Posted by: r_towle Mar 18 2017, 08:18 AM
I have not been following the show part of the event since we first went down, but I would love to hear the illogic of putting 914's in with boxsters.
Seems three classes would do then
Rear engine
Mid engine
Water cooled
Or, there could be two classes
Us
Them
Posted by: Big Len Mar 18 2017, 08:29 AM
Rich - You'd have to add front engine too.
Here are their categories - http://cpa-pca.org/swap/2017/index.html
Posted by: stevegm Mar 18 2017, 08:30 AM
I have not been following the show part of the event since we first went down, but I would love to hear the illogic of putting 914's in with boxsters.
Seems three classes would do then
Rear engine
Mid engine
Water cooled
Or, there could be two classes
Us
Them
I have discussed it with PCA a number of times. The answer is that, given the small number on Boxster and Cayman entrants, there are not a sufficient number of cars to split the class. It will remain a mid-engine class. There is nothing we can do about that, shirt of each of us taking our 914 and a Boxster or Cayman too, so they have enough to split it up.
Posted by: Matty900 Mar 18 2017, 02:14 PM
I was hoping to have my car ready and trailer it out from Oregon. We just picked it up from the bodyshop this morning so I don't think that I want to rush it this year. So I will be flying out for the weekend with Scott from the shop (914rubber). We would love to be able to ride with people on Friday if seats are available.
Posted by: Matty900 Mar 18 2017, 02:50 PM
I was hoping to have my car ready and trailer it out from Oregon. We just picked it up from the bodyshop this morning so I don't think that I want to rush it this year. So I will be flying out for the weekend with Scott from the shop (914rubber). We would love to be able to ride with people on Friday if seats are available.
Posted by: r_towle Mar 18 2017, 03:10 PM
I have not been following the show part of the event since we first went down, but I would love to hear the illogic of putting 914's in with boxsters.
Seems three classes would do then
Rear engine
Mid engine
Water cooled
Or, there could be two classes
Us
Them
I have discussed it with PCA a number of times. The answer is that, given the small number on Boxster and Cayman entrants, there are not a sufficient number of cars to split the class. It will remain a mid-engine class. There is nothing we can do about that, shirt of each of us taking our 914 and a Boxster or Cayman too, so they have enough to split it up.
not valid.
how many 356 show? 4-5?
Posted by: stevegm Mar 18 2017, 06:39 PM
I have not been following the show part of the event since we first went down, but I would love to hear the illogic of putting 914's in with boxsters.
Seems three classes would do then
Rear engine
Mid engine
Water cooled
Or, there could be two classes
Us
Them
I have discussed it with PCA a number of times. The answer is that, given the small number on Boxster and Cayman entrants, there are not a sufficient number of cars to split the class. It will remain a mid-engine class. There is nothing we can do about that, shirt of each of us taking our 914 and a Boxster or Cayman too, so they have enough to split it up.
not valid.
how many 356 show? 4-5?
I didn't say it was a good answer. It is just the one they always give me.
Posted by: r_towle Mar 18 2017, 08:38 PM
Well, some views never change.
We could, just sayin, all vote for the car we all agree should win.
Posted by: struckn Mar 19 2017, 09:35 AM
The People's Choice Awards admission price has not been raised. It is the same as last year ($30). The Porsche Corral is where to park your car if it's for sale and that is $40. I hope most attendees add their car to the show regardless of condition. First, it's the best parking spot around (next to the food and bathrooms) and second, another strong showing will hopefully convince the PA PCA to have a separate category for 914s and not lump us in with Caymans and Boxsters.
Thanks Len, you're right! The cost to enter the Concourse Area did not go up this year. So, parking your car in the Swap Parking Area is $20 and then to park in Concourse People's Choice Awards Area is an additional $10 for a Total of $30. You only get a nice Goody Bag for entering the Concourse, worth most of the entry cost, so it's a Win Win for us to gather there.
Posted by: Big Len Mar 22 2017, 02:51 AM
Steve - I just ordered two official Hershey T shirts, but any new invasion T shirts for this year?
Posted by: McMark Mar 22 2017, 07:07 AM
Dang! I have commitments that weekend. So far this year isn't off to a good start for going to more events. 
Posted by: stevegm Mar 22 2017, 10:14 AM
It's official. Mid-Engine Invasion is on. Here are the plans:
FRIDAY BAR-B-QUE:
We are going to meet at Bob's house on Friday for a small bar-b-qua. Come whenever you like between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm. Bob and I are sponsoring the bar-b-qua. BYOB.
FRIDAY RALLY/DRIVE:
At about 1:00 pm we will leave Bob's house of the rally/drive. During the drive we will stop at Air-Cooled Racing's shops. It should be a good time.
FRIDAY DINNER:
The drive will end at Hoss's Steak and Seahouse (9009 Bridge Rd, Hummelstown, PA 17036), at around 6:00 - 6:00, where we can all have dinner. This is a nice, casual restaurant (real casual), that can accommodate our size group.
SATURDAY:
Saturday morning, we will meet at the Dunkin Donutes near the swap meet to caravan to the People's Choice show.
Someone asked about doing a t-shirt again this year. So, I will put a design together, and post details soon.
Posted by: rgolia Mar 22 2017, 10:27 AM
How do we find Bob's house? You guys are the bomb for doing this.....cannot wait.
Posted by: 914dave Mar 22 2017, 10:45 AM
Sweet. Ralph we should caravan out together. And anyone else coming out the turnpike or up from 476.
Posted by: rgolia Mar 22 2017, 11:43 AM
Sweet. Ralph we should caravan out together. And anyone else coming out the turnpike or up from 476.
Sounds like a plan.
Posted by: stevegm Mar 22 2017, 12:19 PM
How do we find Bob's house? You guys are the bomb for doing this.....cannot wait.
I just added his address to the first post. I wanted to make sure he was ok with me posting it before I put it in the post.
Posted by: lvnzdrm Mar 23 2017, 03:53 AM
I am planning on driving up Friday AM. I look forward to meeting everyone. Please add my name to the list. If anyone wants to meet and drive in from the South let me know.
Jon
Posted by: struckn Mar 23 2017, 08:18 AM
I have not been following the show part of the event since we first went down, but I would love to hear the illogic of putting 914's in with boxsters.
Seems three classes would do then
Rear engine
Mid engine
Water cooled
Or, there could be two classes
Us
Them
I have discussed it with PCA a number of times. The answer is that, given the small number on Boxster and Cayman entrants, there are not a sufficient number of cars to split the class. It will remain a mid-engine class. There is nothing we can do about that, shirt of each of us taking our 914 and a Boxster or Cayman too, so they have enough to split it up.
not valid.
how many 356 show? 4-5?
I didn't say it was a good answer. It is just the one they always give me.
I think another good argument would be the age, or era of the 914's, verses the newer Boxster/Caymans. We basically are showing Antique Porsche's and there should be a special award.
Posted by: TM_Corey Mar 23 2017, 03:30 PM
Looks like I will probably be there by the 6pm dinner on Friday.
So will my wife be scolded for following us in Saturday morning in the 911S? We are planning on bringing both cars with a kiddo in each car. Should be a blast of a trip!!
Hopefully my 914 runs well. It will only have been on the road for a week or two from its resto-driver rebuild and motor rebuild.
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Mar 25 2017, 09:45 AM
I plan to be at the bar b que with a +1 but probably won't make the drive. Not sure all those little cars could keep up with my Duramax!
Shoe
Posted by: TM_Corey Mar 29 2017, 07:44 AM
Not looking good for me! My car will be done, but the bumpers promised to me in 6 weeks are now shipping in "16" weeks. Doesn't look like I'll have them until the end of May. This sucks...
Posted by: BillC Mar 29 2017, 11:04 AM
Not looking good for me! My car will be done, but the bumpers promised to me in 6 weeks are now shipping in "16" weeks. Doesn't look like I'll have them until the end of May. This sucks...
What bumpers are you waiting for? I have a spare set of bumpers that came off a '74, that I was going to eventually repaint and install on my car. I can loan them to you until you get the ones you ordered. Or, I'll sell them to you for what I paid. The "catch" is that they need to be painted -- the front is currently maroon-ish and the rear is bare steel.
Posted by: TM_Corey Mar 29 2017, 12:54 PM
Not looking good for me! My car will be done, but the bumpers promised to me in 6 weeks are now shipping in "16" weeks. Doesn't look like I'll have them until the end of May. This sucks...
What bumpers are you waiting for? I have a spare set of bumpers that came off a '74, that I was going to eventually repaint and install on my car. I can loan them to you until you get the ones you ordered. Or, I'll sell them to you for what I paid. The "catch" is that they need to be painted -- the front is currently maroon-ish and the rear is bare steel.
I appreciate the offer, if I cant come up with a local solution I'll definitely PM you. I'm waiting on a stainless steel set of early type bumpers without bumperette holes.
I'll be coming regardless, just won't be in the car unless I can find a bumper set to at least borrow.
Maybe wooden bumpers would work...
Posted by: Big Len Mar 31 2017, 08:29 AM
I don't know if Linda and I will make it in time for the BBQ. If we can't, how can we meet up along the route? Will the directions be posted later? Thanks.
Posted by: rgolia Mar 31 2017, 08:38 AM
I don't know if Linda and I will make it in time for the BBQ. If we can't, how can we meet up along the route? Will the directions be posted later? Thanks.
Len - do you or Linda have an iphone? If so I can give you my number and we can use the tracking feature for you to find us.
Posted by: Big Len Mar 31 2017, 12:44 PM
Linda does. Do you need an app to do this?
Posted by: saigon71 Mar 31 2017, 01:54 PM
I don't know if Linda and I will make it in time for the BBQ. If we can't, how can we meet up along the route? Will the directions be posted later? Thanks.
I'll post the directions with addresses for checkpoints a few days before the event.
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Mar 31 2017, 02:49 PM
Will anyone have an open seat for Fridays fun? Brad and I both are looking for one. Since I will have the F250 & trailer kind of hard to follow along. 
We are staying at the lovey knights inn, but We could meat up somewhere as long as there is room for me to leave the truck & trailer there.
Posted by: rgolia Mar 31 2017, 03:17 PM
Linda does. Do you need an app to do this?
Len - the app I use is find my friends and it is free. We just need to delete each other after the event or I will know Linda's every move and she will know mine and the later is no good in case she ever meets my wife.
Posted by: 914dave Mar 31 2017, 05:02 PM
Will anyone have an open seat for Fridays fun? Brad and I both are looking for one. Since I will have the F250 & trailer kind of hard to follow along.
We are staying at the lovey knights inn, but We could meat up somewhere as long as there is room for me to leave the truck & trailer there.Garold
I have an open seat. I'll warn you , they're Konigs. Widened 2" but still Konigs. I'm cutting it pretty close on assembly. Should have the bugs sorted and be able to participate. If it turns out I don't get it done, I'll give you a heads up.
Dave
PS Found Millie"s autograph on my 914 cover. Gives me a little chuckle everytime I fold it up.
Posted by: Big Len Mar 31 2017, 06:13 PM
Linda does. Do you need an app to do this?
Len - the app I use is find my friends and it is free. We just need to delete each other after the event or I will know Linda's every move and she will know mine and the later is no good in case she ever meets my wife.
Is it "Find My Friends" by Family Safety production? There are several with that name.
Posted by: rgolia Apr 1 2017, 07:07 AM
Linda does. Do you need an app to do this?
Len - the app I use is find my friends and it is free. We just need to delete each other after the event or I will know Linda's every move and she will know mine and the later is no good in case she ever meets my wife.
Is it "Find My Friends" by Family Safety production? There are several with that name.
Len - sent you a PM.
Garold, I have a passenger with me as of now, but he could bail. Keep you posted.
Posted by: BeatNavy Apr 1 2017, 07:18 AM
As of now I'm planning on being there for the Friday drive, BBQ at Bob's, and dinner on Friday. My wife was originally going to come with me but has to stay home with my daughter now. I asked my neighbor / friend, a Mustang guy 
, if he wanted to tag along and see real sports cars. He seemed doubtful (even after I offered to switch the hotel room back to a single king bed for the both of us - go figure 
).
Bottom line, good chance I'll be solo and have a seat available, but won't know until closer to the date.
Posted by: dudzy's914 Apr 1 2017, 07:49 AM
Hey all, since Dudzy's914 is on the road, we plan to be there. Planning on doing the Friday drive, meeting at Bobs house by 12:30. We will be trailering it to PA and driving from there. I will probably be driving, and dad driving the truck and trailer behind and can have a tool kit. That means I will have an empty seat if anybody needs a ride. Also plan on meeting to drive into the park.
-Finn
Posted by: TM_Corey Apr 1 2017, 08:15 PM
I'm back in with the 914!
My mechanic is taking bumpers off his personal car and letting me borrow them for the month I'm waiting on mine to come in. How cool is that??
I'm going to owe him a
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Apr 2 2017, 08:47 PM
I plan to make the bar b q and then go to Underdogs for dinner. Probably tour around Hershey after lunch.
Shoe
Posted by: mepstein Apr 2 2017, 08:51 PM
One of the guys who purchased two vendor spots can't make it to Hershey so his are up for sale, comes with a free parking spot - $80. PM me to purchase. Thanks, mark.
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Apr 5 2017, 07:21 PM
Hmm
Posted by: Big Len Apr 7 2017, 05:07 PM
Two weeks from right now, I expect to be shoveling a big, juicy hunk of steak into my pie hole while sucking down a beer, talking about a great day on the road with my 914 brethren. Priceless.
Posted by: stevegm Apr 9 2017, 09:29 AM
We need to put a head count together for the bar-b-que. If your planning to come Friday for the bar-b-que (Friday 11:30 am to 1:00 pm) can you let us know by posting here.
Posted by: somd914 Apr 9 2017, 10:11 AM
Steve, I was out this year for this year's drive so just attending Saturday, but I just found out my schedule might be clear for Friday. I'll let you know for sure tomorrow evening if that is not too late. Thanks.
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 9 2017, 11:26 AM
*IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT DINNER ON FRIDAY AT HOSS'S*
They do not serve alcohol, but will allow us to BYOB. If you want to enjoy a few cold ones with dinner on Friday, please bring some along.
Looking forward to seeing everyone.
Posted by: gms Apr 9 2017, 12:27 PM
I will be there
I will also be looking for a 914er to drive me around
Posted by: mepstein Apr 9 2017, 12:44 PM
I will be there
I will also be looking for a 914er to drive me around
I'll have an empty seat. You're welcome to ride with me.
Posted by: BeatNavy Apr 9 2017, 02:46 PM
Steve - I'm planning on being at the BBQ as well as the dinner.
Busy weekend prepping for Hershey. Oil changed, valves adjusted, swapped injectors, gearbox topped off, and cleaned and polished the body. The paint looks slightly less crappy now in most spots Still can't hold a candle to Len, but at least it's running like a champ.
Posted by: 914dave Apr 9 2017, 03:15 PM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
Posted by: naro914 Apr 9 2017, 03:39 PM
So...I hadn't seen this thread until today...and noticed that a date was never posted. Yeah, I know, it's at the Hershey swap meet, but for people that have never attended, date would have helped.
Wish we could go as I always plan to, Unfortunately I will be racing at Watkins Glen that weekend...
Maybe next year??
Posted by: naro914 Apr 9 2017, 03:40 PM
So...I hadn't seen this thread until today...and noticed that a date was never posted. Yeah, I know, it's at the Hershey swap meet, but for people that have never attended, date would have helped. Or I'm an idiot and missed it...
Wish we could go as I always plan to, Unfortunately I will be racing at Watkins Glen that weekend...
Maybe next year??
Posted by: stevegm Apr 9 2017, 06:11 PM
So...I hadn't seen this thread until today...and noticed that a date was never posted. Yeah, I know, it's at the Hershey swap meet, but for people that have never attended, date would have helped. Or I'm an idiot and missed it...
Wish we could go as I always plan to, Unfortunately I will be racing at Watkins Glen that weekend...
Maybe next year??
The date was in the title of the thread, until this morning when I changed the title to add that we are putting a head count together. I'll add it back in.
Posted by: naro914 Apr 9 2017, 06:23 PM
So...I hadn't seen this thread until today...and noticed that a date was never posted. Yeah, I know, it's at the Hershey swap meet, but for people that have never attended, date would have helped. Or I'm an idiot and missed it...
Wish we could go as I always plan to, Unfortunately I will be racing at Watkins Glen that weekend...
Maybe next year??
The date was in the title of the thread, until this morning when I changed the title to add that we are putting a head count together. I'll add it back in.
Lol...ok, then I'm partially an idiot... :-)
One of these days!!
Posted by: struckn Apr 9 2017, 06:27 PM
Will make the BBQ Friday and the drive but not the dinner.
Saturday I'll meet up with you in the Concourse.
Thanks,
Doug (aka: Struckn)
Posted by: TM_Corey Apr 9 2017, 06:32 PM
I will not be there until Dinner Friday night at the earliest. I am justifying getting the kids out of school for the trip by taking them to Gettysburg and the Flight 93 memorial, so that will eat up a lot of our Friday. I will have a total of 4 for dinner.
The shop says they are now 90% sure they will have the 2.0 up and running for the first time in 31 years in time for the trip. They spent 10 hours assembling it yesterday.
Posted by: lvnzdrm Apr 10 2017, 04:28 AM
I'm in for the BBQ plus one, I plan on leaving VA by 8:00 AM. The car has been acting up the past several weeks. I hope to do a shake down drive all week. Thermostat cable broke and I need to get it sorted out. Valves adjusted, timing set, vaccumm lines updated. I have a small flat spot at 3500. Like someone jammed on the brakes. Fingers crossed that it works out I can drive it up. Anyone else coming from the South? We could drive in together..
Jon
Posted by: mepstein Apr 10 2017, 05:28 AM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
It's not defeat, it's delay.
Posted by: 914dave Apr 10 2017, 05:35 AM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
It's not defeat, it's delay.
True. But very disappointing.
Posted by: BeatNavy Apr 10 2017, 06:44 AM
I'm in for the BBQ plus one, I plan on leaving VA by 8:00 AM. The car has been acting up the past several weeks. I hope to do a shake down drive all week. Thermostat cable broke and I need to get it sorted out. Valves adjusted, timing set, vaccumm lines updated. I have a small flat spot at 3500. Like someone jammed on the brakes. Fingers crossed that it works out I can drive it up. Anyone else coming from the South? We could drive in together..
Jon
Jon - I'm coming up from Loudoun County (Sterling). Was probably going to leave my place around 8:30 or 9:00 am and head up RT 15 through Frederick. If that's on your way and you want a "wingman," let me know.
Posted by: Big Len Apr 10 2017, 08:36 AM
Won't make BBQ but will join rally at the start or in route.
Posted by: gms Apr 10 2017, 09:37 AM
I will be there
I will also be looking for a 914er to drive me around
I'll have an empty seat. You're welcome to ride with me.
I will take it, Thanks Mark!
Posted by: rgolia Apr 10 2017, 02:11 PM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
Say it ain't so
Posted by: rgolia Apr 10 2017, 02:15 PM
I should be there for the BBQ, the drive, and the dinner with a plus one.
Posted by: 914dave Apr 10 2017, 02:18 PM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
Say it ain't so
Afraid so. If things go well it will on be a couple weeks late. Have you hit Bucks County Exotics yet? 1st and 3rd Saturday 8-10 at the Starbucks by the Movie theatre on 611 just south of Doylestown. Planning to go to Carlisle in May for the import show..
We'll have to get together for a drive.
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 11 2017, 06:36 AM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
Sorry to hear Dave!
I missed several events that I planned on driving the 914 to. I think you are wise for taking your time during this critical final phase. You'll still have plenty of driving time this year.
Posted by: 914dave Apr 11 2017, 08:27 AM
I'm afraid I'm out on Friday. Too many setbacks in assembly. Don't want to rush the final details. Really wanted have the car ready. Will be there Saturday to see everyone. Finally have to admit defeat.
Sorry to hear Dave!
I missed several events that I planned on driving the 914 to. I think you are wise for taking your time during this critical final phase. You'll still have plenty of driving time this year.
Thanks. This definitely puts Okteenerfest on my calendar this year. Hershey would have been cool.
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 14 2017, 12:51 PM
Here is our Friday Drive:
91.7 miles, 2 hours, 22 minutes driving time. Please print copies of the maps & directions. I'll have cheat sheets for everyone with the checkpoint addresses the day of the drive, but not full directions. A GPS would be helpful to have in case you get separated from the group.
1st leg:
https://goo.gl/maps/58qFqChudyA2
1st leg notes:
- At the very end of this leg, it may get a little dicey trying to keep the group together due to traffic lights, roundabouts, etc. through Gettysburg. But the first checkpoint is very close.
- When entering the Gettysburg National Military Park, follow signs for bus/RV parking. We will regroup in that parking lot. Restrooms and vending machines available.
2nd leg:
https://goo.gl/maps/fNRJu9XahRL2
2nd leg notes:
- This leg of the drive will end at Aircooled Racing. We will hang out for a while with Steve Limbert at his shop.
3rd leg:
https://goo.gl/maps/aihAsMb9MZz
3rd leg notes:
- We'll leave Aircooled Racing and take a scenic route to our dinner destination.
- There is no left turn from Route 322 into Hoss's parking lot, so we'll have to go to the next exit and turn around.
I'm looking forward to next weekend.
Posted by: BeatNavy Apr 14 2017, 01:18 PM
Thanks, Bob! 
Weather looks good for next week, at least at this point!
Posted by: Big Len Apr 14 2017, 06:04 PM
Excellent !!!! You've out done yourself, Bob.
Posted by: lvnzdrm Apr 16 2017, 06:55 PM
What's the head count for cars? Curious how many we will have?
Posted by: BillC Apr 16 2017, 07:16 PM
It's official. Mid-Engine Invasion is on. Here are the plans:
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SATURDAY:
Saturday morning, we will meet at the Dunkin Donutes near the swap meet to caravan to the People's Choice show.
Someone asked about doing a t-shirt again this year. So, I will put a design together, and post details soon.
Unfortunately, I have to work on Friday, so I can't come up for the barbecue or the drive. However, I'd like to meet y'all at the Dunkin Donuts for the caravan to the swap meet. What time are you planning to arrive at the DD, or at least to leave from it?
Also, at which DD are y'all meeting? According to the DD web site, there are two DD's in Hershey. The first one is at 100 West Hershey Park Dr, Hershey, PA 17033. The other is at 605 Park Ave, Hershey, PA 17033. With my luck, if I just pick, I'll end up at the wrong one.
Posted by: Big Len Apr 17 2017, 05:19 AM
Hey Bob - Is A/C Racing the place we stopped at last year? That was cool.
Posted by: BeatNavy Apr 17 2017, 06:52 AM
Hey Bob - Is A/C Racing the place we stopped at last year? That was cool.
Pretty sure that's it, Len. Remember last year when we were leaving that farmer and his dog walked out right in front of you
Posted by: TM_Corey Apr 17 2017, 09:01 AM
Any idea when the arrival and departure times for Gettysburg will be?
Posted by: dudzy's914 Apr 17 2017, 10:28 AM
No bbq, will meet at Bobs for the drive though
Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 17 2017, 11:24 AM
+2 Scott and Matt
Posted by: Matty900 Apr 17 2017, 04:08 PM
Scott and I will arrive late Thursday Night. Would love to be able to ride along for the drive but will take the rental car for the drive if none are available. Looking forward to the event.
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 17 2017, 04:12 PM
Hey Bob - Is A/C Racing the place we stopped at last year? That was cool.
Yep, that's the place!
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 17 2017, 04:16 PM
Any idea when the arrival and departure times for Gettysburg will be?
Provided we get on the road at 1PM, we'll be in Gettysburg around 2.
We'll probably only hang out at Gettysburg a short time though, maybe 15 minutes or so for bathroom breaks and to collect everyone.
If you want to meet us there, your best bet would be to get there around 2.
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 17 2017, 07:33 PM
What's the head count for cars? Curious how many we will have?
Sifting through this thread, I count 17 cars and 29 people for Friday's festivities.
Posted by: pvollma Apr 17 2017, 08:04 PM
What's the head count for cars? Curious how many we will have?
Sifting through this thread, I count 17 cars and 29 people for Friday's festivities.
I'm still waiting to hear if my car is going to be ready. I'd also probably meet you in Gettysburg.
Posted by: Big Len Apr 18 2017, 08:37 PM
Weather is looking good for Friday and Saturday!!!
Posted by: saigon71 Apr 19 2017, 06:41 AM
A few notes about Friday's festivities:
- Bring a folding chair if you have one to the cookout at my place. I've got a few extra, but not enough for the whole group. We'll be grilling burgers & dogs and have soft drinks available. BYOB if you want to start early.
- My Zambezi green 914 will be sitting in my driveway on Friday to help identify my house. I live in a development, so you'll have to park on the street. We'll get everyone lined up before heading out on the drive.
- When we arrive at Aircooled Racing, we'll follow the driveway all the way back and park in the grassy area behind the barn - just like last year.
- Hoss's (our dinner spot) does not serve alcohol, but they agreed to let us bring our own into the restaurant. Please pack a cooler to take with you if you want to have a few cold ones with dinner.
- If your are just meeting us for dinner, our reservations are under "The 914 Club."
Looking forward to this weekend!
Posted by: Dion Apr 19 2017, 07:42 AM
Hope you guys have a great time. Sorry I can't make it this year.
Fingers crossed for cooperative weather!
Posted by: TM_Corey Apr 19 2017, 09:22 AM
I just listed some parts in the classifieds. If anyone sees something they need I can bring them to dinner Friday night or to the show if you have room for them.
Especially since I will be driving a Honda Pilot. 
Car won't be done in time......
Posted by: jkb944t Apr 20 2017, 05:41 AM
I am tentatively planning to make it to the BBQ Friday at noon and the drive but not the dinner.
Jeff B
Posted by: Matty900 Apr 20 2017, 04:35 PM
Made it to Chicago. We'll be in Hershey tonight
Posted by: pvollma Apr 20 2017, 05:55 PM
I got the car back in time, but we (wife and I) can't make the BBQ. We'll meet the group in Gettysburg. but drop off on the way to dinner, so we won't be at Hoss's. See you Saturday mid-morning at the Swap Meet.
Posted by: Porschef Apr 20 2017, 06:16 PM
Unfortunately, I'm out. Circumstances got in the way, and it looks like a decent weekend with a good turnout.
Ralph, I'll buy you that beer one of these days.
Have fun all.
Posted by: wndsnd Apr 20 2017, 06:17 PM
I came with the Tundra so I will pass on the ride and see everyone for dinner.
Safe travels everyone!
Posted by: mepstein Apr 20 2017, 07:06 PM
I'll see you at diner.
Posted by: dudzy's914 Apr 20 2017, 07:32 PM
Update: Due to an unfortunate string of events, the 914 will not be coming with me. So I am out of the drive but would meet y'all at the dinner stop around 6:00. Maybe a ride?
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Apr 20 2017, 08:45 PM
I am in Hershey now and plan to attend the bbq but not the drive or dinner. I am going to Underdog's for dinner, been craving that place for a few years. I will have 2 in tow for lunch.
Shoe
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Apr 20 2017, 08:47 PM
I'll see you at diner.
The ice machine is broken so bring ice or buy it at the gas station next door like I did. I am in room 122.
Shoe
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Apr 20 2017, 09:09 PM
Wish I could be there this year, but moms health comes first. Enjoy everyone and hope you find / sell all you parts.
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Apr 20 2017, 09:11 PM
Wish I could be there this year, but moms health comes first. Enjoy everyone and hope you find / sell all you parts.Take care of mom, we got this. Is Brad still coming?
Shoe
Posted by: Garold Shaffer Apr 20 2017, 09:17 PM
Wish I could be there this year, but moms health comes first. Enjoy everyone and hope you find / sell all you parts.Take care of mom, we got this. Is Brad still coming?
Shoe
Yep, he stopped by my place this afternoon and picked up a few parts for me. Not sure if he will be in town in time for the drive tomorrow.
Posted by: hot_shoe914 Apr 20 2017, 09:18 PM
Wish I could be there this year, but moms health comes first. Enjoy everyone and hope you find / sell all you parts.Take care of mom, we got this. Is Brad still coming?
Shoe
Yep, he stopped by my place this afternoon and picked up a few parts for me. Not sure if he will be in town in time for the drive tomorrow.
Cool beans, look forward to seeing him.
Posted by: Matty900 Apr 20 2017, 09:59 PM
Scott and I made it to town. See you all at the bbq
Posted by: somd914 Apr 21 2017, 03:38 AM
Have fun this year guys. Sidelined by the office - work is interfering with fun again...
Posted by: 914dave Apr 21 2017, 04:45 AM
I'm off to work instead of leaving for Hershey. Really wanted to have the car ready Have a good time today guys. See you tomorrow at the swap meet.
Posted by: lvnzdrm Apr 21 2017, 03:09 PM
Good drive, see you guys in the AM
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