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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ WCR 2018 - Newberg Oregon June 7-10thNEWBERG OR
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 24 2018, 11:18 PM
OK we were having some issues with the 1st hotel in Forest Grove. They would require all alcohol to be sold by them, no outside food, and not enough room for trailer parking. Would have been nice but the final straw was they wouldn't sell a keg, they wanted a by the glass. That and they had an issue of us hanging out in the parking lot in the evenings. They wanted to rent us even space.
We may revisit this but too many issues for us at this time to go forward.
We are staying at
TRAVELODGE NEWBERG
2816 PORTLAND ROAD
NEWBERG, OR 97132 US
Phone: (503) 537-5000
Fax: (503) 537-9099
Email: wyndham99w@gmail.com
The cost is $108 a night. Reg rate is $128, so not a huge savings, but good location.
This is already set up use code WCR 2018 to reserve
June 7 Thursday
We are still trying to solidify but we have one of the 2 options planned
1- Newberg drive in (about a 2 min drive at the most)
We have reached out to a local VW club to try to takeover the drive-in for Thursday. Waiting to hear back about the min number of cars needed to be open Thursday.
2- Auto event - Pats Acres. They do allow cars but also do high power go carts. This is about a 40 min drive, but the drive is nice. The problem is it would have ot be earlier. 2:00 ish.
More to follow on Thursday plans as they hash out
June 8 Friday - Wine Drive will be combined as a poker run too- twisty country roads and visits to a few local wineries. Spouses / significant others may appreciate this event and hopefully more can make it in for the Friday fun. There will be prizes (PMB sponsoring ) and lots of fun
Dinner looks like it will be Pizza and BYOB (beverage) parking lot "tech" sessions - will be providing some heaters
June 9th Saturday - 9:14 Actual Tech session for about an hour followed buy the "distance drive" twisty back roads, lunch photo scavenger hunt.
10:30 -
Distance drive - will be to the Oregon coast with an open lunch at a local restaurant / tap house beautify views, lots of picture opportunities.
Back at 16:00 - 16:30
Dinner Banquet 18:30 - 21:30 with awards and Raffle
Will be at Black Bear - Literally one block away. No driving.
More "tech" sessions in parking lot after
We have made arrangements so that we can have an one RV "security" if we have a taker. Sorry only one.
Sunday depart
Will be setting up the registration as soon as we have the costs confirmed
Each registered primary participant will get a T shirt and swag bag on check in.
Additional registrants get T shirt and second poker run registration.
Registration for the 2018 WCR is OPEN! Click the link below. Please contact me directly at carolinewhitesell@gmail.com if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing all of you.
https://grouporderform.com/orderforms/49225
Posted by: PanelBilly Jan 24 2018, 11:43 PM
I’m in!
Posted by: 914werke Jan 25 2018, 12:52 AM
Slam Dunk.
The thrash begins...
Posted by: rhodyguy Jan 25 2018, 07:14 AM
Much better. I didn't think the beer and parking lot situation was going to pass muster. The 8th is my birthday. No need for expensive gifts. Inexpensive ones are ok.
Posted by: TC 914-8 Jan 25 2018, 08:06 AM
I’m in and booked, $103/night on the BW app 
Thanks Mark and team putting this together !!!!
Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 25 2018, 10:22 AM
They use some kind of formula that averages the price over a period of time. Like right now, it’s $104 on Hotels.com. Try to book the same room in May and it might be $122.
They are just holding a price over time.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 25 2018, 10:48 AM
Much better. I didn't think the beer and parking lot situation was going to pass muster. The 8th is my birthday. No need for expensive gifts. Inexpensive ones are ok.
I will buy you a liquid present
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 25 2018, 10:51 AM
It looks like you may be able to book from some of the other sites cheaper so by all means do so. I'm not on the hook for the rooms and we would hold til May a block of 20. So if you use Hotels.com or a site like that you can get other bonuses like stay 10 nights booked through them get the 11th free.
It is a busy time of year so do check all and let us know what you find.
Thanks,
Mark
Posted by: rhodyguy Jan 25 2018, 12:15 PM
Maybe hook up AT pat's acres? We have to be out by 2 or start at 2? Hotel first shortens the window for fun. They will hold our reservations.
Posted by: green914 Jan 25 2018, 12:39 PM
we will be there!
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 25 2018, 12:42 PM
Maybe hook up AT pat's acres? We have to be out by 2 or start at 2? Hotel first shortens the window for fun. They will hold our reservations.
Matt has the hook up out there, but it's expensive if there's not a lot of peeps. So may just stick to their carts. Still flushing that out.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jan 25 2018, 01:56 PM
Booked..... 
Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 25 2018, 02:00 PM
Just a note for any future WCR planners. Mark knows this so not for him.
We never sign performance contracts. While these might get us a better price, the huge disincentive is that if we say we will book 50 rooms and we only book 49 or less, whoever signed the contract is on the hook for the rest of the rooms and possibly a penalty. Don’t ask how we know... 
914World.com is not an organization. We are all free agents so be careful you don’t sign anything that puts you on the hook. Doubletree went after the signator for $5000.
This is also why we don’t use Hilton or Doubletree hotels.
Posted by: motofoto Jan 25 2018, 02:09 PM
Fun! I live in Newberg, handy. :-) That's also the Alfa Romeo Owners of Oregon 50th Anniversary celebration too, so lots of classics on the roads in the area that weekend! I'm going to have some difficult decisions to make!
Posted by: rhodyguy Jan 25 2018, 02:43 PM
Thanks for the heads up about the AR folks. That could impact room avaiability.
Posted by: worn Jan 25 2018, 03:05 PM
Much better. I didn't think the beer and parking lot situation was going to pass muster. The 8th is my birthday. No need for expensive gifts. Inexpensive ones are ok.
I am in but haven't made reservations yet. Glad to know it will be your birthday, but finding the right gift? Hmmm. That will take some thinking and I bet some are way ahead of me on that one.
I wonder if it will rain? Or if I will be fighting it out with Italian cars (for parking).
Posted by: motofoto Jan 25 2018, 04:00 PM
Thanks for the heads up about the AR folks. That could impact room avaiability.
I believe the AROO activities are going to be centered in the Lake Oswego/Bridgeport area, so I wouldn't guess a great impact hotel wise, but I wouldn't be surprised if some of the rally routes are going to be shared, there's some great roads out this way!
Posted by: stevend914 Jan 25 2018, 04:34 PM
Looking forward to being there...not necessarily getting there 
, 31 hour drive per googlemaps. 
Probably make some side trips going and coming back home.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 25 2018, 04:51 PM
My apologies it was late last night.
I got my information mixed up please be aware the hotel is the
TRAVELODGE NEWBERG
2816 PORTLAND ROAD
NEWBERG, OR 97132 US
Phone: (503) 537-5000
Fax: (503) 537-9099
Email: wyndham99w@gmail.com
Sorry for the inconvience
Mark
I did PM everyone that was on the thread so far.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jan 25 2018, 06:03 PM
Re-booked
I’m arriving Wednesday to spend some time checking out Newberg.....
Posted by: Marty Yeoman Jan 25 2018, 06:30 PM
Booked!
Posted by: JRust Jan 25 2018, 08:56 PM
This is only an hour away from me. Man I don't know if I can swing that . I'm used to a good 10-14 hour drive. I guess I can manage to make it 
Posted by: Rocky Jan 25 2018, 10:25 PM
All set and ready to ramble!!! Booked! 
Posted by: rhodyguy Jan 26 2018, 11:28 AM
yep.
Posted by: TC 914-8 Jan 26 2018, 05:14 PM
Just rebooked from BW to Travel Lodge got thr room next to Rocky 
Posted by: Rocky Jan 26 2018, 07:33 PM
Nice!!! Thanks very much for putting this together Mark!
All right Greenie, put another coat of wax on your steed and join us 
Posted by: Larmo63 Jan 26 2018, 07:42 PM
Damn long drive from San Clemente. My car is ready and running great.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 26 2018, 07:46 PM
Looking forward to a fun get together. Should be a good time for all. Trying ro work in a stop by Carys on a drive, but hopefully super inlaw will be up to the event too!
Posted by: TC 914-8 Jan 26 2018, 11:34 PM
Looking forward to a fun get together. Should be a good time for all. Trying ro work in a stop by Carys on a drive, but hopefully super inlaw will be up to the event too!
Hey Mark, as we all appreciate your efforts to make this happen, is there any chance we can do a track day on Friday or Saturday ???
Posted by: green914 Jan 27 2018, 10:50 AM
Room booked! 
Big thank you to Mark, and all the people who help organize the event.
Posted by: Chris914n6 Jan 27 2018, 07:37 PM
I've missed the last 2. Super tempted to fly out for this one. What's best airport to get a ride to this?
Posted by: wes Jan 27 2018, 09:24 PM
I believe Portland PDX
Posted by: piscean914 Jan 27 2018, 10:14 PM
booked! - the hotel says they have 6/8-10/18 as the wcr 2018 block, but the rate was the same for the evening of 6/7/18 - thanks for putting this together! b
Posted by: Mueller Jan 27 2018, 10:21 PM
^+2 more 
Waiting for Sandy (seaside6) to book a room, then we will be heading up there in his original /6
My car should be running by then, however I think it makes more sense to just drive one car up there and his will be much nicer and more fun.
Posted by: Mike Bellis Jan 28 2018, 11:21 AM
If you are a Wyndham rewards member, the cost is only $96 per night.
Posted by: cary Jan 28 2018, 11:33 AM
It's 10 minutes from the house ............
Might be able to make it ............ LOL
Posted by: stevend914 Jan 28 2018, 01:27 PM
It's 10 minutes from the house ............
Might be able to make it ............ LOL
Can I stop by Thursday afternoon (6/7) for an oil change?
Posted by: stevend914 Jan 28 2018, 01:32 PM
If you are a Wyndham rewards member, the cost is only $96 per night.
Tried that but best price I could get was $105.29
Posted by: cary Jan 28 2018, 02:00 PM
It's 10 minutes from the house ............
Might be able to make it ............ LOL
Can I stop by Thursday afternoon (6/7) for an oil change?
I'm sure we can get you covered.
Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 28 2018, 02:20 PM
I've missed the last 2. Super tempted to fly out for this one. What's best airport to get a ride to this?
Chris,
Fly allegiant in to Reno then drive up with me. We can probably even share a room. I think* my wife is going to pass.
Posted by: Mueller Jan 28 2018, 03:06 PM
Room booked for the 7th to the 10th
I should be done with my treatments by then, if not I need to figure out many days earlier or later I can get them done without screwing up the treatment.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 28 2018, 05:46 PM
Damn long drive from San Clemente. My car is ready and running great. Damn.
You could lead the North bound caravan
Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jan 29 2018, 08:50 PM
All booked! Couldn't pass this up!
Posted by: Cracker Jan 29 2018, 09:04 PM
For all those traveling...watch out for the cops!
Cracker
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jan 29 2018, 09:21 PM
Usually they don’t notice a 914......
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Posted by: stevend914 Jan 29 2018, 10:23 PM
Usually they don’t notice a 914......
...unless someone arranges a trap
Posted by: TC 914-8 Jan 30 2018, 10:19 PM
If you are a Wyndham rewards member, the cost is only $96 per night.
The ding dong who took my reservation wouldn’t take my rewards info
I’ll call tomorrow
Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 31 2018, 01:37 AM
One of the little towns we will be doing lunch in IS a big speed trap. We will fully brief before the drive as to avoid this.
Posted by: six Feb 1 2018, 12:48 AM
Sounds like fun as usual. Close to home too.
I’ll be there. Thanks in advance for putting the event together!
Posted by: Andyrew Feb 1 2018, 11:09 AM
Usually they don’t notice a 914......
...unless someone arranges a trap
Officer-"Sir,
Your subway sandwich order has been picked up and is on its way to its destination"
Sir Andy- " ............. What???"
Posted by: cary Feb 1 2018, 11:42 AM
I'm kind of taking a play day.
I'll take the long way to Forest Grove and shoot some pictures of the motel and parking.
Posted by: Cracker Feb 1 2018, 04:34 PM
You know Andyrew...YOU were the target!!! I just forgot that you were NOT driving a 914...silly me! I still like Amoy's response, "sure, the only F-in black person Bishop and we get pulled over!". I nearly split my gut laughing so hard...
Cracker
Usually they don’t notice a 914......
...unless someone arranges a trap
Officer-"Sir,
Your subway sandwich order has been picked up and is on its way to its destination"
Sir Andy- " ............. What???"
Posted by: 914werke Feb 1 2018, 05:26 PM
Booked and barring any unforeseen circumstances Ill be there.
Posted by: cary Feb 1 2018, 10:39 PM
Location Photos
Posted by: cary Feb 1 2018, 10:40 PM
Black Bear Diner next door.
Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 1 2018, 11:22 PM
Dutch Brothers right there, and we will have the back and side.
Posted by: green914 Feb 5 2018, 12:01 PM
Looks like a great place for a party.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Feb 5 2018, 02:55 PM
Looks like a great place for a party.
FYI I'm arriving Wednesday; gonna take in some local color.
Posted by: rdauenhauer Feb 5 2018, 03:34 PM
Dutch Brothers right there, and we will have the back and side.
Whats "Dutch Brothers"?
Posted by: Mueller Feb 5 2018, 03:37 PM
Depressing with all that rain
Posted by: rhodyguy Feb 5 2018, 03:41 PM
Dutch bros is a drive up store coffee chain. Good coffee! Way better than SB's.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Feb 5 2018, 06:10 PM
Dutch bros is a drive up store coffee chain. Good coffee! Way better than SB's.
Yeah ! There was a Dutch Bros up the street from the place the last Medford WCR was held, fast too.
Posted by: JRust Feb 5 2018, 08:35 PM
I've got an account in Carlton "Marguirita's". Good mexican food for lunch & enough space for us all. Although parking is more on the street. So for the open lunch I will probably head there. Not to many options in Carlton to eat
Posted by: green914 Feb 7 2018, 11:22 PM
Looks like a great place for a party.
FYI I'm arriving Wednesday; gonna take in some local color.
We are thinking about doing the same.
Posted by: stevend914 Feb 8 2018, 08:16 AM
Looks like a great place for a party.
FYI I'm arriving Wednesday; gonna take in some local color.
We are thinking about doing the same.
I am planning to arrive in Medford on the 4th, driving up the coast with a side trip to Mount Bachelor on the 5th thru the 7th.
Posted by: green914 Feb 21 2018, 10:33 AM
105 days to go!
Posted by: rhodyguy Feb 21 2018, 12:56 PM
Steve, are you driving out from SL?
Posted by: Pursang Feb 21 2018, 02:22 PM
Depressing with all that rain
It's Oregon. We don't even notice.
Posted by: Dtjaden Feb 22 2018, 05:41 PM
I wish I could make it again this year bur my nephew is graduation from high school in New Hampshire that weekend. I’ll plan on next year.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Feb 22 2018, 07:04 PM
I wish I could make it again this year bur my nephew is graduation from high school in New Hampshire that weekend. I’ll plan on next year.
See ya next year; or, maybe Rennsport ?
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Posted by: stevend914 Feb 22 2018, 07:17 PM
Steve, are you driving out from SL?
That's my plan, will be test driving the '73 in March on a trip to Texas Going to Arizona/New Mexico in April - I might drive the 911 on that trip
Posted by: Cracker Feb 22 2018, 07:23 PM
Steven: Wow. You are on the move! Safe travels out there...
Tony
Steve, are you driving out from SL?
That's my plan, will be test driving the '73 in March on a trip to Texas Going to Arizona/New Mexico in April - I might drive the 911 on that trip
Posted by: stevend914 Feb 23 2018, 08:16 AM
Thanks Tony, I got the year started last week with a trip in the 911 to Birmingham. I may not see you at Okteenerfest, I might go to Banff instead.
Steve
Steven: Wow. You are on the move! Safe travels out there...
Tony
Steve, are you driving out from SL?
That's my plan, will be test driving the '73 in March on a trip to Texas Going to Arizona/New Mexico in April - I might drive the 911 on that trip
Posted by: rhodyguy Feb 23 2018, 09:37 AM
Head east from Cresent city and take 99(?) to grant's pass. The smith river canyon is a super drive. Continuing north from CC is a time consuming affair. Limited roads crossing the costal Oregon mountains. The road west from Bend is a fun one too.
Posted by: stevend914 Feb 23 2018, 12:55 PM
Head east from Cresent city and take 99(?) to grant's pass. The smith river canyon is a super drive. Continuing north from CC is a time consuming affair. Limited roads crossing the costal Oregon mountains. The road west from Bend is a fun one too.
From Medford I was going to take 199 to Crescent City and then head north on 101. I plan on taking 2 or 3 days to get from Medford to Newberg
Posted by: rhodyguy Feb 23 2018, 01:01 PM
Fun drive when you can take your time. Beware of big chunks of rock waiting for you around blind corners going down the canyon.
Posted by: stevend914 Feb 23 2018, 01:04 PM
Fun drive when you can take your time. Beware of big chunks of rock waiting for you around blind corners going down the canyon.
Will do, thanks for the info
Posted by: stevend914 Feb 26 2018, 03:22 PM
Finally got enough points and made reservations at Travelodge and canceled reservation at Best Western.
Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 8 2018, 01:43 AM
We will be opening up the registration in the next 10 days. We have been trying to finalize costs. It looks like we only have $175 from the year before. Normally it was about $1000 but it looks like we are going to have to cough up some funds to get the party started. Artwork for the shirts are done, at least the prelim version. We may make a few tweeks, but this is it.
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Posted by: Andyrew Mar 8 2018, 07:52 AM
Thats a nice Logo!
Posted by: wes Mar 8 2018, 08:05 AM
Looking great!
Posted by: Marty Yeoman Apr 10 2018, 06:22 PM
We will be opening up the registration in the next 10 days.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Apr 10 2018, 08:40 PM
first WCR I attended was 20”5 in Camarillo. It was the biggest 914 gathering i’ve Seen. Still have my long sleeve WCR shirt
Posted by: PanelBilly Apr 16 2018, 07:09 PM
World of Speed has opened a 911 exhibit. Maybe we need in show them some real Porsches
Posted by: green914 Apr 17 2018, 03:49 PM
nice looking logo - would be very nice on a long sleeve t-shirt.
Posted by: OGmikey914 Apr 23 2018, 09:46 AM
Hello everyone!
Registration for the 2018 WCR is OPEN! Click the link below. Please contact me directly at carolinewhitesell@gmail.com if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing all of you.
https://grouporderform.com/orderforms/49225
Posted by: Andyrew Apr 23 2018, 10:19 AM
Can we order hats or a T shirt even though were not going to attend? I would assume shipping would need to be paid for as well?
Posted by: OGmikey914 Apr 23 2018, 10:36 AM
Can we order hats or a T shirt even though were not going to attend? I would assume shipping would need to be paid for as well?
Yes! The hats are available depending on the interest/if we can get minimum order quantity. But send me your email and we can send a Paypal invoice.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Apr 23 2018, 12:48 PM
Registration sent - 45 Days to go....
Posted by: JRust Apr 23 2018, 03:54 PM
Registered
Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 23 2018, 10:37 PM
So had Mikey and Caroline helping to put this together and wanted to explain a little about how this is working this year.
First we are allowing guys to register for a single day, if they can only be there Friday or Saturday for the Drives.
I WANT TO MAKE IT CLEAR THAT DAY REGISTRANTS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO WIN THE PRIZES OR DRAWINGS. Also no shirt is included.
You will want the full registration to get in on the goodies. PMB is sponsoring the Friday drive. We also have a prize as part of the Sat Drive and the banquet. We did this as we have some 911 guys that wanted to tag along.
Day registrants will get drive decals for drive they sign up for and full registrants will get both.
We are also starting with only $170 in the bank and will have to pay for much of the expenses out of pocket to bring this all together.
This takes us to the Friday lunch options - We have an opportunity to have a sandwiches brought in by one of the wineries, that has been most generous with allowing us to have lunch there at no charge, and they are even bringing in beer for us too. I highly recommend signing up for the lunch here and even have the vegetarian option for Elliot ! We will actually get a short tour of this winery about 10 min to show us the process, they use and they are one of the few that actually bottle their own too. We have a great even planned and as interest in our cars grows we will probably be meeting some future 914 owners too.
https://grouporderform.com/orderforms/49225
Posted by: PanelBilly Apr 23 2018, 11:15 PM
I’m in. Now I need to get my car back together.
Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 24 2018, 09:19 AM
You and me both
The old adage the carpenters house is never finished seems to fit
Posted by: Mueller Apr 24 2018, 10:32 AM
Registered for the event !
Posted by: tygaboy Apr 24 2018, 11:14 AM
Hi Mark - Are you looking for any help with awards?
Not sure I'll be attending but I could probably come up w/some goodies.
Let me know?
Chris
Posted by: green914 Apr 24 2018, 03:57 PM
Registered
Posted by: green914 Apr 25 2018, 10:47 PM
Posted by: Matty900 Apr 29 2018, 07:18 AM
Hi Mark - Are you looking for any help with awards?
Not sure I'll be attending but I could probably come up w/some goodies.
Let me know?
Chris
yes please!
Posted by: Matty900 Apr 29 2018, 11:11 AM
Registration is now open and we will be doing some preview drives of the roads this week. They are some of my favorite roads in the state. This is going to be a lot of fun. Who is ready and who is on the fence?
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Posted by: worn Apr 29 2018, 08:53 PM
just Registered. Spine doc said he won’t cut me, so I guess I have to get packing. Seriously, I am feelin better. Is there enough Time to reupholster the seats? Already have the pieces. Finally thawing here.
Posted by: Archie Apr 29 2018, 09:16 PM
Registration is now open and we will be doing some preview drives of the roads this week. They are some of my favorite roads in the state. This is going to be a lot of fun. Who is ready and who is on the fence?
Can I show up even if my '72 is nowhere near road-ready and I'll be driving the family tumbril?
Posted by: jcd914 Apr 30 2018, 01:15 AM
Registration is now open and we will be doing some preview drives of the roads this week. They are some of my favorite roads in the state. This is going to be a lot of fun. Who is ready and who is on the fence?
Can I show up even if my '72 is nowhere near road-ready and I'll be driving the family tumbril?
I have been going to WCR's since 2010 and have yet to bring my 914.
It is always a fun weekend with or without a 914.
Many of us have seemingly perpetual projects or revolving projects.
I completed one car but sold it before WCR came around.
I am working toward getting my car there this years buy it is going to be a strech.
Jim
Posted by: Archie Apr 30 2018, 06:56 PM
Registration is now open and we will be doing some preview drives of the roads this week. They are some of my favorite roads in the state. This is going to be a lot of fun. Who is ready and who is on the fence?
Can I show up even if my '72 is nowhere near road-ready and I'll be driving the family tumbril?
I have been going to WCR's since 2010 and have yet to bring my 914.
It is always a fun weekend with or without a 914.
Many of us have seemingly perpetual projects or revolving projects.
I completed one car but sold it before WCR came around.
I am working toward getting my car there this years buy it is going to be a strech.
Jim
Thanks, Jim. Looks as though I might be there!
Posted by: Mikey914 May 1 2018, 06:55 PM
Registration is now open and we will be doing some preview drives of the roads this week. They are some of my favorite roads in the state. This is going to be a lot of fun. Who is ready and who is on the fence?
Can I show up even if my '72 is nowhere near road-ready and I'll be driving the family tumbril?
Yes.
We have the drives planned so you will want to register for the day at least. However, if you want to do be able to win the poker run or any swag on Saturday you will need to register for the complete event. If you register before the 20th a T shirt is included.
After it will be too late as we have to place the order prior to have them made.
On that note we will be opening up t shirt sales shortly for those that cant attend but want a shirt, or just want more than one.
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 2 2018, 06:17 AM
37 Days to go..........
Posted by: Matty900 May 2 2018, 05:08 PM
Since Larmo is not taking this one, looks like a good car to fly in and drive home https://www.ebay.com/itm/372294300609
Posted by: Mueller May 2 2018, 05:10 PM
Registration is now open and we will be doing some preview drives of the roads this week. They are some of my favorite roads in the state. This is going to be a lot of fun. Who is ready and who is on the fence?
Can I show up even if my '72 is nowhere near road-ready and I'll be driving the family tumbril?
No running 914 for myself or Sandy, we'll be rolling up there in his 996 twin turbo .... just have to run in the back of the pack on the fun runs
Posted by: PDXMike May 4 2018, 03:47 PM
Registered!
Posted by: mankowski May 4 2018, 07:38 PM
Another registered for the weekend! Thanks to the organizers for making this happen!
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 9 2018, 07:43 AM
30 days to WCR 2018 in Newberg, OR
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Posted by: PanelBilly May 9 2018, 09:15 AM
Tick tock. So little time
Posted by: rhodyguy May 9 2018, 09:24 AM
What day are Washingtonians driving down? Caravan? Departing from my place worked pretty well when we drove to medford.
Posted by: rdauenhauer May 9 2018, 11:13 AM
What are those Jim your "Big Boy Pants" ?
Posted by: Rocky May 9 2018, 07:07 PM
What day are Washingtonians driving down? Caravan? Departing from my place worked pretty well when we drove to medford.
Leaving Thursday Kevin, wife's not going, you want a ride?
Posted by: Tbrown4x4 May 10 2018, 07:28 PM
All paid up. We also plan on heading down Thursday.
Posted by: dw914er May 10 2018, 08:34 PM
Anyone from Southern California going, or any California caravans proposed? My wife and I are thinking of going. If we go, we will be towing the 914, and would tentatively plan on 2-days for travel (with a stop in the Redding area) since google maps puts the drive at 16 hours without stops.
Posted by: warpig May 10 2018, 11:36 PM
Registered 
Its almost here and this time I have a running 914.
Posted by: tygaboy May 11 2018, 04:15 PM
It's not just some of the cars that still need a bit of work before being ready... 
So shine up those teeners, boy and girls... One of you is gonna win! 
ps. I wont'be attending so if you're driving past Petaluma and could transport this for me, please let me know? Thanks,
Chris
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Posted by: wes May 11 2018, 08:56 PM
It's not just some of the cars that still need a bit of work before being ready...
So shine up those teeners, boy and girls... One of you is gonna win!
ps. I wont'be attending so if you're driving past Petaluma and could transport this for me, please let me know? Thanks,
Chris
Excellent art work very nice!
Posted by: greenie May 12 2018, 07:11 PM
I just registered! 
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 13 2018, 06:43 AM
26 Days left........ Get your spare parts together....
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Posted by: PanelBilly May 13 2018, 08:19 AM
I’ve almost got my heat exchanger installed. Need to have the custom exhaust modified because it doesn’t line up! It was engineered to fit the headers I had.
Then I notice that one of my rear calibers is leaking! Cross one thing off the list and add another. Eric, I need help
Posted by: Rocky May 13 2018, 08:59 PM
Just registered! I feel like I got strip searched, had to enter email, phone and password like 3 times 
Posted by: green914 May 14 2018, 09:51 AM
Anyone from Southern California going, or any California caravans proposed? My wife and I are thinking of going. If we go, we will be towing the 914, and would tentatively plan on 2-days for travel (with a stop in the Redding area) since google maps puts the drive at 16 hours without stops.
Might be able to join up with you from the Sacramento/Northern CA. area. We will be towing the 914, and thinking about doing the drive in one day.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 15 2018, 08:11 AM
Post #86 for the hot link.
Posted by: worn May 16 2018, 09:30 AM
Made motel reservation today. Was putting it off because I was still a bit on the fence over physical stamina. One thing I am not clear on. Is there a Thursday event? Coming from afar I would be pulling in Wednesday then. Made that reservation, but can cancel and arrive Thursday. Hope that car and driver both hold out. 30 hr, 2032 mi if I take I-94. I-80 is a bit longer. One nice thing is that even the interstates have great scenery when you get a bit (half way) west.
Posted by: cary May 16 2018, 10:09 AM
Made motel reservation today. Was putting it off because I was still a bit on the fence over physical stamina. One thing I am not clear on. Is there a Thursday event? Coming from afar I would be pulling in Wednesday then. Made that reservation, but can cancel and arrive Thursday. Hope that car and driver both hold out. 30 hr, 2032 mi if I take I-94. I-80 is a bit longer. One nice thing is that even the interstates have great scenery when you get a bit (half way) west.
Cool. Matt's still working on Thursday. If nothing else. Porsche exhibit at World of Speed. Then come out to my shop in Forest Grove.
I'm heading to Canepa right now.
Posted by: worn May 16 2018, 11:26 AM
Made motel reservation today. Was putting it off because I was still a bit on the fence over physical stamina. One thing I am not clear on. Is there a Thursday event? Coming from afar I would be pulling in Wednesday then. Made that reservation, but can cancel and arrive Thursday. Hope that car and driver both hold out. 30 hr, 2032 mi if I take I-94. I-80 is a bit longer. One nice thing is that even the interstates have great scenery when you get a bit (half way) west.
Cool. Matt's still working on Thursday. If nothing else. Porsche exhibit at World of Speed. Then come out to my shop in Forest Grove.
I'm heading to Canepa right now.
Cannot wait to meet you Cary. I figure 4 days is about right for a 30 hr drive. I know some of us would make it in just that: a day and 6 hours. Too old for that...
Posted by: worn May 16 2018, 11:30 AM
just Registered. Spine doc said he won’t cut me, so I guess I have to get packing. Seriously, I am feelin better. Is there enough Time to reupholster the seats? Already have the pieces. Finally thawing here.
Apparently there was. The seats are done. Now I need to trace that horn wire, or thread a new one. This will be a rolling exhibit of 914 rubber products, since all of the seals were replaced in the build.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 16 2018, 02:38 PM
well. that was swell. tied to fucking PayPal. another deal where I HAVE to provide all sorts of info and agree to 'terms of service'. I submitted and PP has the goods on me. DAMN! how many times am I expected to enter the data so I may attend this gala affair? keeps sending me back to the field with red 'must include'. repeatedly, to no avail.
I have these cool pieces of paper made from trees. I write to whom it's payable, the amount, sign the piece of paper, put it in an envelope, stick a stamp on it, put the envelope in a blue metal box and BOOM! done.
any chance that one of those pieces of paper might got the job done?
Posted by: cary May 16 2018, 04:27 PM
Made motel reservation today. Was putting it off because I was still a bit on the fence over physical stamina. One thing I am not clear on. Is there a Thursday event? Coming from afar I would be pulling in Wednesday then. Made that reservation, but can cancel and arrive Thursday. Hope that car and driver both hold out. 30 hr, 2032 mi if I take I-94. I-80 is a bit longer. One nice thing is that even the interstates have great scenery when you get a bit (half way) west.
Cool. Matt's still working on Thursday. If nothing else. Porsche exhibit at World of Speed. Then come out to my shop in Forest Grove.
I'm heading to Canepa right now.
Cannot wait to meet you Cary. I figure 4 days is about right for a 30 hr drive. I know some of us would make it in just that: a day and 6 hours. Too old for that...
Yeah but, it took a week to fully recover.
Posted by: stevend914 May 16 2018, 04:32 PM
OK, registered, 2059 miles per googlemaps 
Posted by: greenie May 16 2018, 05:32 PM
well. that was swell. tied to fucking PayPal. another deal where I HAVE to provide all sorts of info and agree to 'terms of service'. I submitted and PP has the goods on me. DAMN! how many times am I expected to enter the data so I may attend this gala affair? keeps sending me back to the field with red 'must include'. repeatedly, to no avail.
I have these cool pieces of paper made from trees. I write to whom it's payable, the amount, sign the piece of paper, put it in an envelope, stick a stamp on it, put the envelope in a blue metal box and BOOM! done.
any chance that one of those pieces of paper might got the job done?
I've got a colonoscopy scheduled the week of the ramble, I just hope it's not as intrusive or as big a pain as that sign up process!
Posted by: rhodyguy May 16 2018, 05:34 PM
You'll be sleeping thru the later.
Posted by: stevend914 May 16 2018, 05:35 PM
well. that was swell. tied to fucking PayPal. another deal where I HAVE to provide all sorts of info and agree to 'terms of service'. I submitted and PP has the goods on me. DAMN! how many times am I expected to enter the data so I may attend this gala affair? keeps sending me back to the field with red 'must include'. repeatedly, to no avail.
I have these cool pieces of paper made from trees. I write to whom it's payable, the amount, sign the piece of paper, put it in an envelope, stick a stamp on it, put the envelope in a blue metal box and BOOM! done.
any chance that one of those pieces of paper might got the job done?
I've got a colonoscopy scheduled the week of the ramble, I just hope it's not as intrusive or as big a pain as that sign up process!
I have mine scheduled the Wed after the ramble
Posted by: rhodyguy May 16 2018, 05:38 PM
Sounds like you get home, unpack the luggage and start your bowel prep. Enjoy!
Posted by: stevend914 May 16 2018, 05:54 PM
Sounds like you get home, unpack the luggage and start your bowel prep. Enjoy!
May not have time to unpack
Posted by: Rocky May 16 2018, 08:08 PM
Drive like your riding a motorcycle Steve and it will be a safe great trip! Bring on the Orange 914's
Posted by: green914 May 17 2018, 12:57 AM
only 3 weeks until party time!
Posted by: worn May 17 2018, 07:45 AM
only 3 weeks until party time!2 weeks for me.
How is it that WCR brings out the colonoscopy stories? What am I getting into? For me it was done by MRI. They inflate you while fully conscious - like a harpooned whale in the old days, filled with helium so it wouldn't sink.
Posted by: worn May 17 2018, 07:46 AM
OK, registered, 2059 miles per googlemaps
You going thru Denver?
Posted by: OGmikey914 May 17 2018, 12:13 PM
well. that was swell. tied to fucking PayPal. another deal where I HAVE to provide all sorts of info and agree to 'terms of service'. I submitted and PP has the goods on me. DAMN! how many times am I expected to enter the data so I may attend this gala affair? keeps sending me back to the field with red 'must include'. repeatedly, to no avail.
I have these cool pieces of paper made from trees. I write to whom it's payable, the amount, sign the piece of paper, put it in an envelope, stick a stamp on it, put the envelope in a blue metal box and BOOM! done.
any chance that one of those pieces of paper might got the job done?
Paypal offers a guest checkout so you should be able to pay without creating an account. If you are having more issues please call me and I can help. 541-961-6198
Posted by: Mikey914 May 17 2018, 04:01 PM
We've been able to add more goodies available, but they are being shipped to you from a 3rd party. Some cool options, if you want to wear something no one else may have -
https://shop.914rubber.com/914Rubber-Apparel-and-gifts_c74.htm#!/wcr+2018?q=I1015959977
Even a water bottle to keep hydrated!
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Posted by: stevend914 May 17 2018, 04:41 PM
OK, registered, 2059 miles per googlemaps
You going thru Denver?
I will be traveling I80 thru Cheyenne and arrive in Medford, OR on 6/4.
Posted by: tygaboy May 18 2018, 11:04 AM
Done.
Best of luck, attendees!
(The winner is certainly free to disassemble and paint to taste, too.)
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Posted by: Cracker May 18 2018, 01:32 PM
As always Chris...well done!!!
Tony
Posted by: mgp4591 May 18 2018, 01:35 PM
OK, registered, 2059 miles per googlemaps
You going thru Denver?
I will be traveling I80 thru Cheyenne and arrive in Medford, OR on 6/4.
Going through Utah too?
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Posted by: stevend914 May 18 2018, 01:52 PM
OK, registered, 2059 miles per googlemaps
You going thru Denver?
I will be traveling I80 thru Cheyenne and arrive in Medford, OR on 6/4.
Going through Utah too?
Yes, I-80 thru Salt Lake
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 18 2018, 04:09 PM
21 Days......
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Posted by: Marty Yeoman May 18 2018, 08:34 PM
Registration paid!
Going to be staying at Champoeg State Park in the RV (Thurs, Fri, Sat Nights). Anybody else doing the same?
Posted by: Matty900 May 19 2018, 04:16 PM
Registration paid!
Going to be staying at Champoeg State Park in the RV (Thurs, Fri, Sat Nights). Anybody else doing the same?
Marti if your going to be RV'ing it you may want to check out http://www.willamettewinecountryrvpark.com/ too.
Posted by: Matty900 May 19 2018, 04:19 PM
Cliff Brunk took this picture with his car on one of the great twisty roads we will be driving on Saturdays drive back from the beach. It was the inspiration for the shirts this year. Cliff
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Posted by: don-6 May 20 2018, 12:16 AM
Registered. It's time to see how you PNW guys do things!
I will be flying up and driving a rental car, so I am hoping to find an empty passenger seat in a 914.
Looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting some new ones.
Cheers, Don
Posted by: jcd914 May 20 2018, 01:46 AM
I just tried to register and the event form is closed and you can't register anymore.
?????
Jim
Posted by: rhodyguy May 20 2018, 06:16 AM
What's the head count at this point? I think the cut off was tied to the tee size. I mailed a check.
Posted by: Rocky May 20 2018, 08:54 AM
Damn computers 
In my day TV was Books!!!
Posted by: Mikey914 May 20 2018, 09:29 AM
Rhodyguy got you covered.
Today is the cut off that includes the shirt. There is a glitch with that and Caroline is working on it this morning. Ill ask her to post up as soon as it's fixed.
Today is the last day for all apparel including the stuf on the 914rubber site.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 20 2018, 09:41 AM
Just in case, 2X tee. Doubtful payment arrives before Monday. Thanks to you and the team for putting this together.
Posted by: OGmikey914 May 20 2018, 10:07 AM
I just tried to register and the event form is closed and you can't register anymore.
?????
Jim
Registration opened for one more day.
Posted by: OGmikey914 May 20 2018, 10:14 AM
REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR ONE MORE DAY! CLOSING 12AM THE 21ST. IT WILL INCLUDE A T SHIRT; https://grouporderform.com/orderforms/49225
You may register for the event anytime after this, but it will not guarantee a t-shirt.
ADDITIONAL DEADLINES:
JUNE 1st- deadline to purchase sandwiches
Posted by: jcd914 May 20 2018, 12:23 PM
Thanks to the Whitesell's for all their efforts in putting this on!
All registered!
Room reserved a month or two ago.
Now back to working on my car, there is a slim chance I can get it on the road before WCR but I am trying.
Looking forward to WCR, with a 914 or not.
Jim
Posted by: TC 914-8 May 20 2018, 10:15 PM
Mark,
My apologies but I cannot make the trip this year. I just canceled my hotel reservation so a room should have opened up.
I hope to see you all soon
Posted by: PanelBilly May 20 2018, 11:05 PM
Mark,
My apologies but I cannot make the trip this year. I just canceled my hotel reservation so a room should have opened up.
I hope to see you all soon
Won’t be the same without you there.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 21 2018, 07:38 AM
Bummer Tony.
Posted by: TC 914-8 May 21 2018, 05:42 PM
Bummer Tony.
Ya I know work and life get in the way sometimes
Have fun Kevin let me know if you make it out to the peninsula or want to plan a local get together
Posted by: TC 914-8 May 21 2018, 05:43 PM
Mark,
My apologies but I cannot make the trip this year. I just canceled my hotel reservation so a room should have opened up.
I hope to see you all soon
Won’t be the same without you there.
Thanks Billy
See you next time
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 22 2018, 05:11 AM
Sorry to hear you won't make it this year Tony.
Posted by: JRust May 22 2018, 11:50 AM
Dang sorry to hear you won't make it Tony. I am unsure if I'll have my car ready. Going to the shop to spend some time Saturday with my wrench. So I should know this weekend.
Although there is still a chance I will have to go out of state. My daughter is pregnant with our first grandchild. She is Due June 20th so as long as she doesn't pop early I should be good. As soon as I get the call she is headed to the hospital I drop everything & hit the road though. So should things happen early
Posted by: Jeffy May 23 2018, 01:52 PM
Hi folks,
Is there an official schedule of what and when for this event? Was something posted or emailed that I missed?
I'm registered but neither of my 914s are road ready. I plan to show up in my Kellison. (At least it's VW powered.)
Thanks,
-Jeff
Posted by: rhodyguy May 23 2018, 03:00 PM
First post in this thread.
Posted by: Jeffy May 23 2018, 03:12 PM
Yes, I read that months ago as the not-yet-solidified schedule.
My question was more toward if the variables were pinned down.
I guess it doesn't really matter, I'll show up Thursday and go from there.
As was stated by someone a few posts back, many thanks go to the folks arranging this event. I know it is a lot of work.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 23 2018, 03:28 PM
Looking forward to viewing your VW powered Kellison. I've only seen chevy powered ones. Fun group of nice people. You'll have a good time.
Posted by: jcd914 May 23 2018, 03:36 PM
I e-mailed Caroline and asked about times of the drives planned for Friday & Saturday. I got this info back.
"Friday morning will start at 9:14 for a "tech session" at the hotel parking lot. Then the winery drive will start around 10:45 and go until 5:00ish...depending on how long we stay at each place. Then we will have dinner at the hotel that night. Saturday morning will most likely start early at they're planning a drive to the coast; 9:14ish and end late afternoon. The dinner is back in Newberg."
Jim
Posted by: OGmikey914 May 23 2018, 04:02 PM
Hi Everyone! This is Caroline.
Here is a schedule for everyone:
Thursday Afternoon
Arrival/ Hotel Check In at Travelodge Newberg
Movies at 99W Drive In Movie Theater. 1st movie starts at dusk, 2nd movie right after.
Friday
9:14: Hotel parking lot “tech sessions” and registration. We will be handing out t-shirts/hats and schedules for the weekend
10:30-5: Winery Drive & Poker Run
6:30: Dinner at hotel
Saturday
9 or 10ish Drive to Oregon Coast/ Lunch at the Coast/Drive back to Newberg
6:30pm: Dinner, Raffle Prizes at Black Bear Diner Newberg, OR (walking distance from hotel)
Posted by: rhodyguy May 23 2018, 04:15 PM
A Black Bear! Great choise. Mega portions, great food. Chicken fried steak covered the plate. We stopped at one coming back from CA.
Posted by: Matty900 May 23 2018, 05:24 PM
On Saturday morning there is a Cars and coffee just a few twisty roads away in the next town over. It is at the World of Speed Museum. http://www.worldofspeed.org/featured-exhibits/
I will be doing the complete drive next weekend from there to figure out timing and photo opportunities. At that point we could see if it makes sense to stay longer and actually visit the museum with the Porsche exhibit and then do the drive.
What are your thoughts?
Posted by: Mueller May 23 2018, 10:07 PM
We might driving up in an original /6 .... Sandy is sorting out some fuel tank/leak issues on his car, we'll see.
I hope to be feeling better myself for the trip , I've been out of breath for the last week and my x-rays today showed pneumonia in both lungs
Posted by: TC 914-8 May 23 2018, 11:01 PM
Sorry to hear you won't make it this year Tony.
Thanks Jim
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 24 2018, 07:34 AM
A Black Bear! Great choise. Mega portions, great food. Chicken fried steak covered the plate. We stopped at one coming back from CA.
This one ?
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Posted by: rhodyguy May 24 2018, 08:16 AM
That be the bear. See you thurs afternoon Jim. Plan is to cross the Columbia at Longview WA and backroad it to newberg. The I-5 slog is boring.
Posted by: PanelBilly May 24 2018, 08:28 AM
I like the world of speed. If we can add that in, I’m in favor
Posted by: Matty900 May 24 2018, 10:27 AM
I like the world of speed. If we can add that in, I’m in favor
I think it'll be cool but remember Fridays Drive is going to wineries so if Friday night of drinking said wine so it will be a very early morning for some people
Posted by: Mikey914 May 26 2018, 09:57 AM
I've gotten word the Drive in will be open Thursday night! 1st day of the season, so weather permitting we could pre-game there. Just a heads up.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 26 2018, 10:21 AM
sounds like fun!
Posted by: worn May 26 2018, 04:40 PM
sounds like fun!
I get started a week from tomorrow. Car isn’t ready, but it should be by then.
Posted by: jim_hoyland May 27 2018, 06:24 AM
sounds like fun!
I get started a week from tomorrow. Car isn’t ready, but it should be by then.
12 Days to go-plenty of time....
Posted by: JRust May 28 2018, 08:58 PM
Well my car is officially not going to be ready. Went over today with my spare transmission. Didn't realize my other tranny was locked in Gear. Well I figured it out before I took it over but wasn't sure of the cause. It is internal so I need to pull the stack to see what is up. Luckily I had a spare tranny with locking spool & block off plate. So pulled the rear diff today. Installed the locking spool & installed the block off plate. Guy modding my cradle so it would line up how I want it is what screwed me. He had the cradle over a month. Finally brought it back but still wasn't right. It's getting test fitted again this Wednesday. Still need a bunch of minor stuff once it is back up in place. SO I'd be kidding myself to think he will finish it in 9 days. So I will not be bringing my 914 AGAIN 
Posted by: Rocky May 28 2018, 10:38 PM
Well my car is officially not going to be ready. Went over today with my spare transmission. Didn't realize my other tranny was locked in Gear. Well I figured it out before I took it over but wasn't sure of the cause. It is internal so I need to pull the stack to see what is up. Luckily I had a spare tranny with locking spool & block off plate. So pulled the rear diff today. Installed the locking spool & installed the block off plate. Guy modding my cradle so it would line up how I want it is what screwed me. He had the cradle over a month. Finally brought it back but still wasn't right. It's getting test fitted again this Wednesday. Still need a bunch of minor stuff once it is back up in place. SO I'd be kidding myself to think he will finish it in 9 days. So I will not be bringing my 914
AGAIN No worries Jamie, shit happens, show up and we will make sure you have our sympathetic support
Posted by: stevend914 May 29 2018, 07:13 AM
Well my car is officially not going to be ready. Went over today with my spare transmission. Didn't realize my other tranny was locked in Gear. Well I figured it out before I took it over but wasn't sure of the cause. It is internal so I need to pull the stack to see what is up. Luckily I had a spare tranny with locking spool & block off plate. So pulled the rear diff today. Installed the locking spool & installed the block off plate. Guy modding my cradle so it would line up how I want it is what screwed me. He had the cradle over a month. Finally brought it back but still wasn't right. It's getting test fitted again this Wednesday. Still need a bunch of minor stuff once it is back up in place. SO I'd be kidding myself to think he will finish it in 9 days. So I will not be bringing my 914
AGAIN My orange car is officially out. It's been my workhorse but couldn't drive it to Route 66 and my trip to Texas in it is it's last trip until I get some things sorted out.
Posted by: hndyhrr May 29 2018, 07:46 AM
Thought I would put this out there. I am in Central Point, Oregon . If anyone traveling up the I5 needs anything, in case of a oh no give me a shout five,four, one, 973 four six eight six.
Wishing i could join you all but not in the cards this year, Have a grand time!!!!
Renee
Posted by: Cracker May 29 2018, 08:10 AM
Sorry to hear that Steven! What are your back-up plans? 911? Hard to believe it was a year ago you climbed out of your car with stories of crossing Utah/Nevada - you're the man!
Tony
My orange car is officially out. It's been my workhorse but couldn't drive it to Route 66 and my trip to Texas in it is it's last trip until I get some things sorted out.
Posted by: stevend914 May 29 2018, 08:48 AM
Well, Tony, at my age, I was thinking of taking the Cayenne!! ...but, I think a quick oil change on the Bumblebee and it will be set to go...after all, what could possibly go wrong in a 914!! 
Steve
Sorry to hear that Steven! What are your back-up plans? 911? Hard to believe it was a year ago you climbed out of your car with stories of crossing Utah/Nevada - you're the man!
Tony
My orange car is officially out. It's been my workhorse but couldn't drive it to Route 66 and my trip to Texas in it is it's last trip until I get some things sorted out.
Posted by: Mikey914 May 29 2018, 09:18 AM
It's getting close. Caroline has been doing a great job helping to organize. Hope to see all ya all soon.
Posted by: stevend914 May 29 2018, 01:05 PM
It's getting close. Caroline has been doing a great job helping to organize. Hope to see all ya all soon.
...real close - I golf on Thurs morning and plan to start heading west after lunch.
Posted by: OGmikey914 May 29 2018, 08:35 PM
Sally will be there!
Posted by: Larmo63 May 29 2018, 09:21 PM
I have no reservations or plans to attend, but I may be able to make it work.
I'd be leaving Wednesday.
Posted by: don-6 May 29 2018, 10:54 PM
I hope to see you there Lawrence
Posted by: green914 May 30 2018, 09:34 AM
Going to take off early Wednesday morning from Sacramento - taking I5
Trying out the flat towing system for the first time.
Posted by: PanelBilly May 30 2018, 01:16 PM
My car will be staying with a mechanic for the next 2 weeks or so. The engine is leaking too much and I'm having it resealed. Looks like I'll be driving on of our Fords. I can flat tow a car with my Flex, if anyone would rather ride with us. I have the tow bar that gets bolted to the car
Posted by: worn May 30 2018, 01:42 PM
Sorting tools for the trip. We leave Saturday routed past the Tetons. I found out that my marvelous plan for running the fan for the oil cooler didn't actually send power to the fan, so that is fixed. Also, found out that my paint job sucks. Not the time to be worrying about that though. Drove the car about 30 miles yesterday and I have to say the taller gears are going to be a god send. New 4th is the old 5th and 5th is a flipped HB.
I will post when we leave. A bit more than 2100 miles from here to there. Hope my back holds out. I bought a self inflating lumbar support. headers, so we only are gonna have cool air.
Posted by: rhodyguy May 30 2018, 02:39 PM
Are you taking 80 or 90?
Posted by: Mikey914 May 30 2018, 05:34 PM
My car will be staying with a mechanic for the next 2 weeks or so. The engine is leaking too much and I'm having it resealed. Looks like I'll be driving on of our Fords. I can flat tow a car with my Flex, if anyone would rather ride with us. I have the tow bar that gets bolted to the car
I'll bring along some tow bar brackets so if a support vehicle is needed you could bolt right up.
Posted by: worn May 31 2018, 09:19 AM
Are you taking 80 or 90?
With family in Seattle (North Bend) we have done 90 a lot. That was the original plan, but now we are thinking of 90 and then dipping south to see the Tetons. The last time we were there Yellowstone was on fire.
With a conversion I have to be thinking 911 and 914 spares. Looking forward to seeing all y'all.
Posted by: stevend914 May 31 2018, 02:02 PM
Heading out the door, a little later than I wanted...
Posted by: rhodyguy May 31 2018, 02:04 PM
Travel safely.
Posted by: Cracker May 31 2018, 02:28 PM
Yeah, but what did you shoot???
Tony
Heading out the door, a little later than I wanted...
Posted by: mgp4591 May 31 2018, 05:48 PM
Are you taking 80 or 90?
With family in Seattle (North Bend) we have done 90 a lot. That was the original plan, but now we are thinking of 90 and then dipping south to see the Tetons. The last time we were there Yellowstone was on fire.
With a conversion I have to be thinking 911 and 914 spares. Looking forward to seeing all y'all.
I was just looking at the map and if you're dipping down to the Tetons you'd be hooking into Boise to continue out. I'm thinking of driving up to join in the fun and if I do, we could meet up around there and I could show you the coool way to get there! Whaddya think?
Posted by: worn May 31 2018, 09:07 PM
Are you taking 80 or 90?
With family in Seattle (North Bend) we have done 90 a lot. That was the original plan, but now we are thinking of 90 and then dipping south to see the Tetons. The last time we were there Yellowstone was on fire.
With a conversion I have to be thinking 911 and 914 spares. Looking forward to seeing all y'all.
I was just looking at the map and if you're dipping down to the Tetons you'd be hooking into Boise to continue out. I'm thinking of driving up to join in the fun and if I do, we could meet up around there and I could show you the coool way to get there! Whaddya think?
Sounds good, I’ll pm you when we get started West. Looked into the lodge and even though it would be grand, 350 is kinda steep for one night, so maybe staying in Jackson Hole. Fixed the electric windshield washer line to Adam. Leaked, but thought it was the tank.
Posted by: Mueller May 31 2018, 09:48 PM
Going to take off early Wednesday morning from Sacramento - taking I5
Trying out the flat towing system for the first time.
We are leaving Wednesday* as well, will be taking the twin-turbo so might be difficult to drive in a caravan with a trailer
PM me your phone number if you want to.
*still in hospital from having 2 liters of fluid removed from lung cavities and waiting for Doctors blessing to say okay to travel, trying to get my O2 levels up so they don't send me home with an oxygen tank....hmmm, could we plumb that into the turbo motor for a little more speed?
Posted by: Larmo63 May 31 2018, 11:35 PM
Stevend914 is a road warrior.
I give that guy props for a LOT of seat time all over America in both of his Porsches.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 1 2018, 06:05 AM
7 days to go..... a pic from a past WCR in New Mexico thanks to Joe O’Brien
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Posted by: Matty900 Jun 1 2018, 10:35 AM
Mike Warhurst did the beach run last weekend and came up with some improvements. Your in for. Full day of beautiful twisty roads next Saturday!
Posted by: mgp4591 Jun 1 2018, 03:00 PM
Anyone interested in splitting a room for Thurs and Fri? This is definitely last minute for me but I'm trying to get it together for next weekend. I've already had lots of help for doing this so I'm throwing this out there - I'll also be thumbing for a passenger seat if everything works out! Thanks, Mike
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 1 2018, 03:13 PM
Stevend914 is a road warrior.
I give that guy props for a LOT of seat time all over America in both of his Porsches.
...but I didn't get very far. Fuel pump problem has me back home...not sure of next step, maybe the 911.
Posted by: worn Jun 1 2018, 04:10 PM
Stevend914 is a road warrior.
I give that guy props for a LOT of seat time all over America in both of his Porsches.
...but I didn't get very far. Fuel pump problem has me back home...not sure of next step, maybe the 911.
Good luck! I leave tomorrow. Just picked up an extra relay and other spares. I realized I am oriented towards spares for the 2056 not the 3.2. Packed my clothes today, and have them loaded. My passenger is being extraordinarily brave in packing a duffel of sorts. The hair dryer is redundant with the top in the trunk. With my clothes. Getting cooked. She says she isn’t about to drive, but one of us has been in the seat of a logging truck, and it ain’t me, so I know we are golden.
Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 1 2018, 04:58 PM
Long range forecast looks promising.
Posted by: worn Jun 1 2018, 06:17 PM
Going to take off early Wednesday morning from Sacramento - taking I5
Trying out the flat towing system for the first time.
We are leaving Wednesday* as well, will be taking the twin-turbo so might be difficult to drive in a caravan with a trailer
PM me your phone number if you want to.
*still in hospital from having 2 liters of fluid removed from lung cavities and waiting for Doctors blessing to say okay to travel, trying to get my O2 levels up so they don't send me home with an oxygen tank....hmmm, could we plumb that into the turbo motor for a little more speed?
I am picturing you on some sort of spin cycle. I hope it goes well. Looking forward to meeting you, whether you can make it or not. Know you will if you can.
Posted by: Mueller Jun 1 2018, 06:37 PM
I am picturing you on some sort of spin cycle. I hope it goes well. Looking forward to meeting you, whether you can make it or not. Know you will if you can.
Getting discharged in 20 minutes, going home with oxygen, but at rate I have recovered in the last 3 days they think I will not need to take any on my trip.
Looking forward to meeting you as well.
Posted by: worn Jun 2 2018, 07:42 AM
I am picturing you on some sort of spin cycle. I hope it goes well. Looking forward to meeting you, whether you can make it or not. Know you will if you can.
Getting discharged in 20 minutes, going home with oxygen, but at rate I have recovered in the last 3 days they think I will not need to take any on my trip.
Looking forward to meeting you as well.
On our way.
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 2 2018, 07:47 AM
I am picturing you on some sort of spin cycle. I hope it goes well. Looking forward to meeting you, whether you can make it or not. Know you will if you can.
Getting discharged in 20 minutes, going home with oxygen, but at rate I have recovered in the last 3 days they think I will not need to take any on my trip.
Looking forward to meeting you as well.
On our way.
Safe travel...I'm going to leave tomorrow in the 911
Posted by: Larmo63 Jun 2 2018, 07:50 AM
I won't be able to make it after all. Family and work issues preclude me from attending.
I'm bummed, I was going to throw some stuff together and charge.
Have fun.
Posted by: worn Jun 2 2018, 05:48 PM
I won't be able to make it after all. Family and work issues preclude me from attending.
I'm bummed, I was going to throw some stuff together and charge.
Have fun.
Sorry I won’t get to meet you a second time. Hard work to make things work.
Well, it rained on my car for a few miles but we made it to Sioux Falls. Pulled the door card off on the driver side before we made it out of the driveway. It’s a 72, so the window popped out of the worm drive. Now have to reattach the door latch inside of the passenger side.
More embarrassing is a problem with the wiring to the triple gauge. The fuel gauge reads full all the time and the brake warning light flickers. The SD speed limit is 80, so that means hours at 3000 revs tomorrow blue skies as we pulled in for a rest at the motel.
Maybe Yellowstone by Monday. Or Tuesday.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 2 2018, 06:44 PM
Hit me up when you get here. I’ll give you one of the new early window buttons.
Perhaps we could do a tech session
Posted by: worn Jun 2 2018, 08:04 PM
Hit me up when you get here. I’ll give you one of the new early window buttons.
Perhaps we could do a tech session
Thanks. Would love to talk. Great of you folks to organize.
Posted by: piscean914 Jun 3 2018, 01:00 PM
My mechanic just called to let me know that cylinders #3 & #4 intake valve guides are loose on my fresh engine (12k miles - 4% leak down per cylinders prior)
- i just completed a 3500 mile run to socal and back with 2 track days - i made sure to stay under the redline throughout, as well as not to turn off the engine when hot (let cool down 1st) - i hope to get an update soon
- i don't want to be "that guy," but if the 914 is down, i'll bring my early 911, and i'll stay in the rear (but not behind a water cooler or newer porsche, damnit!)
- this is why i have valve adjustment/oil changes, inspections done every 3500 miles
thanks again to all of the organizers and sponsors throughout!!!
b
Posted by: Mueller Jun 3 2018, 01:17 PM
- i don't want to be "that guy," but if the 914 is down, i'll bring my early 911, and i'll stay in the rear (but not behind a water cooler or newer porsche, damnit!)
b
I accept that as a challange , hahahaha.
Mike
Posted by: worn Jun 3 2018, 04:46 PM
Pulled in to Gillette WY.
This morning I fixed Donnas door latch pull. Weak clip, tried to cable tie, but the lasso missed. Appropriate because we passed a rodeo today. Broc riding.
Then the temp gauge started to flutter with conniptions and died in the red. All of yesterday was 70 mph with the gauge on the low end. So...op looks ok. Settled for not going to the 80 mph speed limit and kept moving. There may be a short, although I ran most of that wire myself. There is a fundamental problem of matching a 46 year old roller (fuel sender) with a 30 something engine temp sender with gauges of similar vintage and expecting them to all work on the first big test.
Here I am in the driveway fixing the window.
Any advice on the temp issue? Gas mileage is about 25, so I don’t need that to work. Other than that I am just old. Can’t blame Porsche for that.
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 3 2018, 05:09 PM
Since neither 914 is running right now, the 911 is on it's way, 775 miles today - overnight in Sidney, NE.
Posted by: piscean914 Jun 3 2018, 05:51 PM
Since neither 914 is running right now, the 911 is on it's way, 775 miles today
3 911's coming - ughhh!? mine's a '73 so at least it's old!
i was so psyched to have my freshly completed '76 914-4 "2.1S" at this event - only 14 years to get to this point!
i was so happy to have everything done that my recent 3500 mile trip just completed included 2800 miles with the pac west r gruppe to their annual treffen near solvang, ca and track day at willow springs (last time the 914 was at willow springs was the 1st 914 west coast classic starting in san jose) - 2nd track day was with the apha club at pacific raceways last week - maybe i should have taken my early 911 to those events and saved the 914 for the WCR?!
(here's my lonely silver 914 at the bottom of the treffen parking lot in this clip - a few other 914-6's were there too
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y85plmt__jA - )
Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jun 3 2018, 06:30 PM
I'm really impressed with the number of people coming from long distances. Very cool.
Safe travels to all of you.
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 3 2018, 07:10 PM
Anyone bringing a string alignment set?
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
Posted by: Rocky Jun 3 2018, 07:54 PM
Anyone bringing a string alignment set?
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I don't have one but would love to see this done!
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 3 2018, 09:02 PM
Anyone bringing a string alignment set?
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I'll check with Cary He will be there and may have what you need. I'd like to see this.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 3 2018, 09:13 PM
Just checked, no he dosen't but will check around.
Posted by: worn Jun 4 2018, 06:51 AM
Anyone bringing a string alignment set?
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
You can do this with four jack stands and a ball of string. And a tape measure.
Fixed my temp gauge. Lead was touching the case. Free waffles.
Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jun 4 2018, 08:31 AM
I put my new 914rubber brake master cylinder in last night and bled the brakes a few times. Never had a better pedal. I'll bleed it a few more time for good measure. Also fixed the parking brake. No more leaving it in gear and hoping the worn out engine will hold it!
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 4 2018, 12:11 PM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
Jackstands? Uhm, no. The wheels need to be under load to set them correctly.
Posted by: Cracker Jun 4 2018, 03:59 PM
Friction plates...
T
Posted by: jcd914 Jun 4 2018, 05:01 PM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
Jackstands? Uhm, no. The wheels need to be under load to set them correctly.
The jack stands are used to run the strings between.
Then you have to measure and move the stands around until you have teh strings parallel to each other and the center-line of the car. It is a PIT but it can work.
I have someone I will ask about Smart strings and maybe even some digital scales.
He does a fair amount of suspension prep and may not be willing to be without these for most of a week but I can ask.
Anyone know if there is flat level pavement at the Hotel to do this type work?
Jim
Posted by: green914 Jun 4 2018, 05:10 PM
Ready to get on the road
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 4 2018, 06:39 PM
Since neither 914 is running right now, the 911 is on it's way, 775 miles today - overnight in Sidney, NE.
770 miles today - overnight in Elko, NV.
Yesterday, driving northbound, north of KC, I saw a car I don't think I've seen on the road for over 35 years. In the southbound lane was a Fiat X1/9 - thought they all had turned to rust dust - didn't they start rusting on the assembly line?
Posted by: rdauenhauer Jun 4 2018, 07:32 PM
Awk! Im out ..too much going on.
Just cancelled my hotel res. so if anyone was needing lodging .. now's the time.
Bummed! Seems like the WCR's I miss are the ones Im closest to.
Posted by: cary Jun 5 2018, 08:22 AM
No on the string gauge at Rothsport. All we carry in the race tools are toe plates.
Got the new rear wheel bearing in my car last night. So I should be good to go.Tonight is checking the front wheel bearings on Mike's (Warpig) car.
Changed out roll pin on shifter console. Helped clean the window frame for a new windshield.
Wednesday night, yet to be determined. Change of plans, working on Matt's oil tubes Wednesday AM then heading to Rothsport. Jeff's going to teach me how to do an alignment and corner balance on my car.
Wednesday PM or Thursday AM. Change out one of the push rod tubes in Matt's car.
Looks like I got 5 of the 6 leakers to stop dripping on the first swing at it.
Leaves Thursday open ...............
Posted by: mstein95 Jun 5 2018, 09:41 AM
With kids graduation Monday and lots of relatives in town, my weekend is very complicated but I will show up at some point. Although it may be brief. With the proximity of the event there is no excuse.
Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 5 2018, 10:20 AM
Graduating. Time flys. Hope to see you Morgan. You can slip out and never be missed with a house full of people. 'I'm going to the store....'
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 5 2018, 06:40 PM
Are we there yet?
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Posted by: Cracker Jun 5 2018, 07:03 PM
NT01's Andy?
T
Are we there yet?
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 5 2018, 07:04 PM
Toyo R888R
Posted by: worn Jun 5 2018, 07:26 PM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
Jackstands? Uhm, no. The wheels need to be under load to set them correctly.
I was thinking of rigs with string held by jack stands, the car on ground. Crude, I know.
Posted by: worn Jun 5 2018, 07:32 PM
Are we there yet?
Twin falls Idaho. Pulled the trunk latch off in Yellowstone. Had to undo the hinge shoulder bolts to move the front edge up. Oil catch can is puking and went over a pass out of the Tetons on 22 that switchbacks about a lot of thousands in a mile two. Watched the temp climb on the way up and plunge back low on the other side.
Be glad to see Oregon tomorrow.
Posted by: piscean914 Jun 5 2018, 07:55 PM
Twin falls Idaho.
bad memories - 356 engine blew up at night on i-90 near twin falls - i managed to get a tow into town, and to complete the trip in a rental car - i came back to tow the 356 back with a u-haul, and after it was all loaded at the u-haul place, the u-haul employee "directed" me out of the parking space in reverse "directly" into their building, doing some cosmetic damage - "sorry you didn't get the insurance, sir" - and a bunch of crap after that - glad you're still truckin' - b
Posted by: piscean914 Jun 5 2018, 08:01 PM
i'm getting ready for thursday - are there any times for thursday's events? i checked the 1st page of the thread - thanks again, b
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 5 2018, 08:48 PM
Overnight in Klamath Falls, OR. Crater Lake NP tomorrow and then drive part way up the coast on US 101.
Posted by: worn Jun 5 2018, 09:11 PM
Twin falls Idaho.
bad memories - 356 engine blew up at night on i-90 near twin falls - i managed to get a tow into town, and to complete the trip in a rental car - i came back to tow the 356 back with a u-haul, and after it was all loaded at the u-haul place, the u-haul employee "directed" me out of the parking space in reverse "directly" into their building, doing some cosmetic damage - "sorry you didn't get the insurance, sir" - and a bunch of crap after that - glad you're still truckin' - b
Wanna try and avoid that sorta encounter. Been road cooked enough to think a Portland June is gonna be fine. You would think I woulda been there already.
Posted by: burton73 Jun 5 2018, 09:17 PM
Toyo R888R
Very nice looking rubber.
Bob B
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 5 2018, 09:57 PM
Newberg 5 day weather forecast....
https://weather.com/weather/5day/l/USOR0244:1:US
Posted by: green914 Jun 5 2018, 10:51 PM
Ready to hit the road. Taking off tomorrow morning at 5am, and hope to be in Newberg by 5pm.
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Posted by: SirAndy Jun 5 2018, 11:23 PM
https://weather.com/weather/5day/l/USOR0244:1:US
Looks like i'll find out if those tires are worth anything in the rain ...
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 6 2018, 12:11 AM
Hoping for the best, but cool weather is good.
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 6 2018, 04:47 AM
Ready to hit the road.
Taking off tomorrow morning at 5am, and hope to be in Newberg by 5pm. See you Wed ? I’m flying up today
Posted by: ValcoOscar Jun 6 2018, 08:04 AM
You all have fun and please post lots of pictures.
No texting while driving...just lost a friends son
Oscar
Posted by: jcd914 Jun 6 2018, 08:29 AM
Anyone bringing a string alignment set?
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I have arranged to borrow a Smart Strings set up for WCR.
I can probably borrow the Longacre digit scales.
Is there any interest in checking wheel weights and corner balance?
I have to go to the shop this afternoon and pick up the equipment and figure out how to get it into my Jetta.
Jim
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 6 2018, 10:40 AM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I have arranged to borrow a Smart Strings set up for WCR.
I can probably borrow the Longacre digit scales.
Is there any interest in checking wheel weights and corner balance?
I have to go to the shop this afternoon and pick up the equipment and figure out how to get it into my Jetta.
Corner balance is a whole nother ball of wax, but i can do a tech session on that as well if there is interest ...
Posted by: Mueller Jun 6 2018, 11:20 AM
Not going to make it, had new xrays last night.and the fluid between my lungs and chest is slowly increasing again. Not worth driving up there just to end up in the ER again.
Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 6 2018, 11:25 AM
Not going to make it, had new xrays last night.and the fluid between my lungs and chest is slowly increasing again. Not worth driving up there just to end up in the ER again.
Posted by: jcd914 Jun 6 2018, 11:28 AM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I have arranged to borrow a Smart Strings set up for WCR.
I can probably borrow the Longacre digit scales.
Is there any interest in checking wheel weights and corner balance?
I have to go to the shop this afternoon and pick up the equipment and figure out how to get it into my Jetta.
Corner balance is a whole nother ball of wax, but i can do a tech session on that as well if there is interest ...
My thought was to allow some people a chance to see the weight distribution on their cars and share some info on the principles and process. It is not a well understood aspect of chassis set-up.
I have done too many of these in a clean shop to get excited about doing it in a parking lot.
If I think I can fit it all in my Jetta I'll bring the scales and ramps.
Jim
Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 6 2018, 11:44 AM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I have arranged to borrow a Smart Strings set up for WCR.
I can probably borrow the Longacre digit scales.
Is there any interest in checking wheel weights and corner balance?
I have to go to the shop this afternoon and pick up the equipment and figure out how to get it into my Jetta.
Corner balance is a whole nother ball of wax, but i can do a tech session on that as well if there is interest ...
My thought was to allow some people a chance to see the weight distribution on their cars and share some info on the principles and process. It is not a well understood aspect of chassis set-up.
I have done too many of these in a clean shop to get excited about doing it in a parking lot.
If I think I can fit it all in my Jetta I'll bring the scales and ramps.
Jim
After my cornerbalance and alignment were done at IPB Autosport, my car handled so incredibly I was astounded! The very next autocross, I beat everything except two formula cars (Ford and a V) most of you don’t have the adjustability built into your cars to take full advantage and it is expensive. But it is like the difference between a hammer and a razor.
I assume Jim got these as a loan from Ron at IPB who is a member here.
Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jun 6 2018, 12:18 PM
I have a sneaky suspicion that many of us have spent more time on our cars in the last few weeks than we have in the last few months! (Or more)
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 6 2018, 04:11 PM
Tell me about it.
Im in DMV right now as Ive been putting it off.
Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 6 2018, 05:02 PM
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 6 2018, 06:08 PM
2nd arrival this pm
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Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 6 2018, 06:09 PM
Next door is a great bar/restrsrsnt
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Posted by: stevend914 Jun 6 2018, 06:16 PM
Arrived Coos Bay half hour ago - 2400 miles driven so far, just underr 200 to go tomorrow
Posted by: Larmo63 Jun 6 2018, 06:35 PM
Everybody have fun, post lots of pictures!!!!
Posted by: worn Jun 6 2018, 08:16 PM
2nd arrival this pm
I guess we are third then. 2300 Miles, and we are here. Can’t quite catch first and reverse, my window won’t roll up, and the rear trunk has a duct tape safety catch. But tomorrow I can sleep in. Whew. Now I can say I have driven 914s from coast to coast.
Posted by: cary Jun 6 2018, 08:47 PM
You guys need anything tonight?
I'm about 5 miles over the hill ..................
Posted by: worn Jun 6 2018, 08:57 PM
You guys need anything tonight?
I'm about 5 miles over the hill ..................
Thanks Cary. Cannot wait to meet you. Crashing till tomorrow when I start on small repairs.
Posted by: cary Jun 6 2018, 09:16 PM
Everyone's welcome to come out to my shop in Forest Grove tomorrow if you'd like.
I plan on being out there from 10 - 2. Installing the heater tin on Matt's car.
Oops ........... new schedule. Phone call while typing, 9 - 2. Need a quick look at Mark's shift linkage.
329 SW Stringtown Rd. Forest Grove
Posted by: jcd914 Jun 6 2018, 09:38 PM
I need to align my car (badly), i could disguise it as a tech session ...
I have arranged to borrow a Smart Strings set up for WCR.
I can probably borrow the Longacre digit scales.
Is there any interest in checking wheel weights and corner balance?
I have to go to the shop this afternoon and pick up the equipment and figure out how to get it into my Jetta.
Corner balance is a whole nother ball of wax, but i can do a tech session on that as well if there is interest ...
My thought was to allow some people a chance to see the weight distribution on their cars and share some info on the principles and process. It is not a well understood aspect of chassis set-up.
I have done too many of these in a clean shop to get excited about doing it in a parking lot.
If I think I can fit it all in my Jetta I'll bring the scales and ramps.
Jim
Well this didn't work out.
I went down to Ron Kain's shop, IPB Autosport to pickup the SmartStrings and figure out if I could fit the digital scales.
I measured the ramps and they are too long to fit in the trunk of my Jetta and I decided against putting them in the back seat.
And we could not find the SmartStrings. They were not in the corner of the shop they normally live and I looked around for quite awhile and could not find them. Ron has not been using them for awhile and does not know where they are. He didn't know they weren't in the far corner of the shop until this evening.
So no strings and no scales, we'll have to do a tech session on alignment another time.
Jim
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 6 2018, 09:51 PM
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Posted by: worn Jun 6 2018, 10:12 PM
#2
Yeah, that would be me ( not shown, in bed with a whiskey and splash). Window will have to wait till morning.
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 6 2018, 11:41 PM
Bummer ...
Posted by: Matty900 Jun 7 2018, 01:41 AM
Did a shake down run on my car. I drove the Saturday beach run to verify road conditions. Had a lot of fun. You guys are in for a treat.
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Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 7 2018, 06:38 AM
Everyone's welcome to come out to my shop in Forest Grove tomorrow if you'd like.
I plan on being out there from 10 - 2. Installing the heater tin on Matt's car.
Oops ........... new schedule. Phone call while typing, 9 - 2. Need a quick look at Mark's shift linkage.
329 SW Stringtown Rd. Forest Grove
I think a couple of us are planning to come over this am, thanks
Looks like 23 miles from the travel lodge
Posted by: cary Jun 7 2018, 08:09 AM
Here's a shot of the property. Today use driveway #4. Drive slow its actually the landlords driveway.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 7 2018, 09:09 AM
Will be doing some last minute tweeks at Cary's this morning and will me there for cocktail hour at 5.
Lil' Cooperstown for Happy hour see you there !
7
Posted by: worn Jun 7 2018, 10:21 AM
Will be doing some last minute tweeks at Cary's this morning and will me there for cocktail hour at 5.
Lil' Cooperstown for Happy hour see you there !
7
Where? What? Did you get my gauge yesterday?
Warren
Posted by: OGmikey914 Jun 7 2018, 10:25 AM
Hi Everyone!
I will be at the Travelodge parking lot tomorrow morning around 9:30 to get everyone their t-shirts/hats, etc. before we start the winery drive. See you all then.
Thanks!
Caroline
Posted by: worn Jun 7 2018, 10:39 AM
Hi Everyone!
I will be at the Travelodge parking lot tomorrow morning around 9:30 to get everyone their t-shirts/hats, etc. before we start the winery drive. See you all then.
Thanks!
Caroline
Thank You!!
Posted by: don-6 Jun 7 2018, 10:50 AM
I'm heading to the airport soon.
See you guys for happy hour!
Don
Posted by: JRust Jun 7 2018, 11:32 AM
What exactly is the plan for tonight. I see Pat's acres possibly & drive in movie? Neither say they are happening
Posted by: Matty900 Jun 7 2018, 11:51 AM
There is no cell coverage for much of the driving on Saturday so we will be printing out driving maps. For anyone that wants to download the maps or look at where we are going this time here you go:
Saturday
Cars and Coffee in Wilsonville at World of Speed for the early crowd:
http://mapq.st/2LvdQqc
Drive to the beach for Lunch:
http://mapq.st/2Jhvz7S
Return Trip stopping by Middle Motors (Cary's)
http://mapq.st/2LuZoyp
Going to be a great Day!!
Posted by: OGmikey914 Jun 7 2018, 01:33 PM
There is no cell coverage for much of the driving on Saturday so we will be printing out driving maps. For anyone that wants to download the maps or look at where we are going this time here you go:
Saturday
Cars and Coffee in Wilsonville at World of Speed for the early crowd:
http://mapq.st/2LvdQqc
Drive to the beach for Lunch:
http://mapq.st/2Jhvz7S
Return Trip stopping by Middle Motors (Cary's)
http://mapq.st/2LuZoyp
Going to be a great Day!!
Are we going to have a support vehicle trailing for those of us with cars that would be iffy to make the whole trip?
Posted by: Jeffy Jun 7 2018, 01:53 PM
Are we going to have a support vehicle trailing for those of us with cars that would be iffy to make the whole trip?
I could bring my truck if you like. (I'm not having much luck getting my fun cars on the road.)
Posted by: PanelBilly Jun 7 2018, 02:58 PM
I’ve got a truck but I left the house already without my hitch. Was plannng to bring it but Brain fart. Didn’t happen
Posted by: Zaney Jun 7 2018, 03:04 PM
Good running into you at the DubShop!
Have a great time with your awesome looking Teener!
Nate
Posted by: JRust Jun 7 2018, 03:23 PM
AGAIN what is the plan tonight. Was going to run up after work. I don't want to drive up if everyone is going to be gone at the drive in. Can someone clarify the plan for tonight? PLEASE
Posted by: PanelBilly Jun 7 2018, 04:31 PM
Tasting has begun
Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 7 2018, 05:01 PM
AGAIN what is the plan tonight. Was going to run up after work. I don't want to drive up if everyone is going to be gone at the drive in. Can someone clarify the plan for tonight? PLEASE
There are no 'firmly planned' Thursday plans. Usually just check in. The drive in is just something fun people who arrive early enough can do.
Do you need Mark or Matt's number?
Matt seems to be confirming on Facebook that the drive in thing will happen. Raiders of the Lost Ark?
Posted by: mankowski Jun 7 2018, 09:39 PM
Had planned and really wanted to come out to see Cary's shop today or at least the drive in tonight but could not get the car started this morning -- no fuel pump -- and have a very soft brake pedal after a master cylinder replacement.
Worked all day on these, and after lots of tracing continuity on the relay board, found a short in the main 25amp fuse tab rivets, and got that repaired and now the car starts!
But, before I can come out I need to get the air out of the brake system. I bench bled the MC before installing it, but...not good now. Might be getting air in at the line connections on top, or...?
If all fails, I will come out tomorrow in my Vanagon, if that's okay with folks...this is my first WCR...
Eric
Posted by: worn Jun 7 2018, 10:53 PM
Hope you make it! With brake bleeding it seems as if at first you don’t succeed you will later on.
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 8 2018, 01:12 AM
Will be doing some last minute tweeks at Cary's this morning and will me there for cocktail hour at 5.
Lil' Cooperstown for Happy hour see you there !
7
Where? What? Did you get my gauge yesterday?
Warren
Yes and have it with me
Posted by: Mueller Jun 8 2018, 07:11 AM
Can I paypal someone to ship me my and Sandys shirts and hats? I was also suppossed to pick up a hat for John (jeeperjohn)
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 8 2018, 07:32 AM
Uh oh...
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Posted by: 76-914 Jun 8 2018, 07:45 AM
Don't let those showers stop you, Jim. Remember RT66 2016 . Sure it rained but every time we reached a destination or stopping point the rain would quit until we were back in the cars. The 914 Gods are with ya'll.
Posted by: green914 Jun 8 2018, 08:29 AM
Can I paypal someone to ship me my and Sandys shirts and hats? I was also suppossed to pick up a hat for John (jeeperjohn)
I would be more than happy to pick up your shirts and hats, and deliver them to you when we get home.
Sorry you could n0t make it up to the party.
Posted by: Mueller Jun 8 2018, 08:45 AM
Can I paypal someone to ship me my and Sandys shirts and hats? I was also suppossed to pick up a hat for John (jeeperjohn)
I would be more than happy to pick up your shirts and hats, and deliver them to you when we get home.
Sorry you could n0t make it up to the party.
Thanks, I would appreciate that very much.
On the plus side about the weather, at least the beer will stay cold.
Posted by: worn Jun 8 2018, 09:56 AM
Don't let those showers stop you, Jim. Remember RT66 2016 . Sure it rained but every time we reached a destination or stopping point the rain would quit until we were back in the cars. The 914 Gods are with ya'll.
Yeah, but sometimes it was snow.
Posted by: Archie Jun 9 2018, 02:48 PM
Big thank you to everyone involved in the WCR and especially the organisers, Mark, Caroline and everyone for making us so welcome. I even learned quite a few things about our machines, not to mention making new friends!
I know the 914 is a tremendous car but it definitely has owners to match! Can't wait to see everyone again next time!
Sorry we buzzed off early, but the Coast was calling. Fantastic hailstones they have out here!!
Best to everyone from Dave (Archie the Brit) and Li Lodge.. [attachmentid=654209] 
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 10 2018, 07:01 AM
Big thanks to the Whitesells for excellent event, very well organized, great Saturday drive. Met some great people this trip and re-met some from previous events. Hope to see y'all at a future event.
Steve
Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 10 2018, 11:43 AM
Great fun ! The drive out to Tillamook was the best.
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Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 10 2018, 11:45 AM
Sir Andy was awarded this fantastic picture taken during the WCR at Mammouth
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Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 10 2018, 12:31 PM
Thanks to all that attended, and supported the event. We has some discussions about next year and are looking for someone to step up and do the planning and organization for WCR 2019!
Also, we are looking toward 2020, the 50th anniversary for our car!. There has been some talk that this could be an extended drive that allows folks to overnight in different locations as the group moved, this may allow for others to join in and pop out at different intervals. The weekend festivities being somewhere in the middle so it's somewhat centrally located. More to come on that.
Again a big thanks to Caroline Whitesell for really helping to get this all together in a neat package!
Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 10 2018, 07:02 PM
The PNW weather is just another challenge. Tough it out and Drive for blue sky.
Great job by the team!
Posted by: worn Jun 10 2018, 08:34 PM
The PNW weather is just another challenge. Tough it out and Drive for blue sky.
Great job by the team!
Yeah, it is just like I have always loved. Less than half a mile from the parking lot the cone set screw backed out of the u joint connecting the rod through the firewall to the rod to the side shift console. Not wanting to trust the factory jack, I rolled to straddle a swale I the pavement. This allowed me space to reach under the car. Of course it also was there to channel rainwater, and yes it was raining.
My heroic wife, Donna jiggled the shifter until the set screw holes lined up. Also she sacrificed her hand mirror from her purse. Holes lined up, set screw back in and whadayaknow? I have an unused wcr shirt to change into.
Dried off and resting near Spokane. Thanks everyone!! Especially the organizers, Cary, Caroline and Jack for a trip I will always treasure.
Warren
Posted by: cary Jun 10 2018, 09:38 PM
Another safe lift is to drive one side of the car up on the curb. Glad it worked out ..
I was working on my plan of attack during church ............
Posted by: Jeffy Jun 10 2018, 09:38 PM
I was unsure about showing up without the right car, but I had a great time. Thanks go to Tim and Mark for rides on Friday and an extra large thank you goes to Warren for a great ride in his six.
Next time I'll have the right car and the missus.
Thanks,
-Jeff
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 10 2018, 09:40 PM
Made it home without any incidents. We had rain down to about Medford and of course the moment we cross into Kalifornia, the clouds were gone and the temperature went up into the 90s.
9 hours of ...
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Posted by: PanelBilly Jun 10 2018, 09:46 PM
Great weekend with great people
Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 10 2018, 10:08 PM
Who won the brakes this year?
Posted by: Jeffy Jun 10 2018, 10:20 PM
Eric won the brakes.
My ticket was only one number off...
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 10 2018, 11:15 PM
Glad to see everyone had fun. Don and I had the top down for the rain on Sat drive, and we didn't have to slow too much so we stayed pretty dry. heat worked well too - bonus.
Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 10 2018, 11:59 PM
Eric?
Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 11 2018, 12:04 AM
Pretty sure it was Amoy's hand. 3 of a kind. Cary had 2 Queens and an Ace, we thought he had won it initially.
Posted by: green914 Jun 11 2018, 01:53 AM
Pulled into the driveway about 11:30pm - didn't get on the road until 12:30. We had a great time - thanks to all the sponsors, and organizers. Great choice of roads on Saturday's drive, 
good job Matt.
Posted by: green914 Jun 11 2018, 01:55 AM
Thanks to all the great folks at 914 Rubber!
Posted by: ConeDodger Jun 11 2018, 08:17 AM
Pretty sure it was Amoy's hand. 3 of a kind. Cary had 2 Queens and an Ace, we thought he had won it initially.
So who won the brakes?
Posted by: cary Jun 11 2018, 08:25 AM
Sir Andy
Posted by: don-6 Jun 11 2018, 09:43 AM
Glad to see everyone had fun. Don and I had the top down for the rain on Sat drive, and we didn't have to slow too much so we stayed pretty dry. heat worked well too - bonus.
I rode with Mark in the morning and Greenie in the afternoon with the top off, in the rain. We didn't get too wet, and drove on some really great roads.
I also got a ride with on Friday with Jim in his 3.6l 914-6.
Thank you to the organizers, Mark, Matt, Mikey and Caroline, and everybody who helped out.
Posted by: SirAndy Jun 11 2018, 11:34 AM
Pretty sure it was Amoy's hand. 3 of a kind. Cary had 2 Queens and an Ace, we thought he had won it initially.
No, i had the 3 of a kind with 2s.
Amoy actually had a flush but she left before we did the drawing and i didn't notice until after the dinner.
So technically, Amoy won the brake rebuild coupon!
Posted by: stevend914 Jun 12 2018, 02:34 PM
Made it home around 3pm cdt today - 4942 miles - had a great time
Thanks to all who organized the event
Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 12 2018, 02:39 PM
That was fast!
Posted by: worn Jun 12 2018, 06:27 PM
Made it home around 3pm cdt today - 4942 miles - had a great time
Thanks to all who organized the event
We are in Butte Montana. Stopped to see friends.
This isn’t quite home, but it sure is nice. We have about 3300 miles in so far. Speed limit is 80, which can be fun, but a lot of work hour after hour.
I had a great time, and have to say you are all perfect.
Posted by: worn Jun 12 2018, 06:27 PM
Double post
Posted by: worn Jun 12 2018, 06:28 PM
Must have held the iPad upside down.
Posted by: Mikey914 Aug 27 2018, 09:49 AM
So had Mikey and Caroline helping to put this together and wanted to explain a little about how this is working this year.
First we are allowing guys to register for a single day, if they can only be there Friday or Saturday for the Drives.
I WANT TO MAKE IT CLEAR THAT DAY REGISTRANTS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO WIN THE PRIZES OR DRAWINGS. Also no shirt is included.
You will want the full registration to get in on the goodies. PMB is sponsoring the Friday drive. We also have a prize as part of the Sat Drive and the banquet. We did this as we have some 911 guys that wanted to tag along.
Day registrants will get drive decals for drive they sign up for and full registrants will get both.
We are also starting with only $170 in the bank and will have to pay for much of the expenses out of pocket to bring this all together.
This takes us to the Friday lunch options - We have an opportunity to have a sandwiches brought in by one of the wineries, that has been most generous with allowing us to have lunch there at no charge, and they are even bringing in beer for us too. I highly recommend signing up for the lunch here and even have the vegetarian option for Elliot ! We will actually get a short tour of this winery about 10 min to show us the process, they use and they are one of the few that actually bottle their own too. We have a great even planned and as interest in our cars grows we will probably be meeting some future 914 owners too.
https://grouporderform.com/orderforms/49225
Just a recap on this. after Tshirt and hat sales have closed out we have $833.90 in the kitty. Some of that was also due to a donation for sales of a rotisserie the Rhodyguy helps put together. Refresh my memory who donated it. I want to thank them too.
All in all a successful event on the ledger. We did also donate some into event, but really it was all of you that made it work.
Thanks to all of you for helping to make this happen.
I'll also be bumping the 2019 thread with this.
-Mark
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