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Posted by: Sleepin Jul 10 2009, 04:07 PM

Join us for the 5th annual Red Rocks Classic in Western Colorado!

Dates: September 18, 19 and 20th.

Registered so far:

Sleepin and Val
Cobra
Michael Pieper / Randy Dornan
sixnotfour and Suzie
MoveQik
Boldron
Ferg
MadSwede
Gint and Sharon G
Wild 6
ThinAir
majkos
jaminM3 and John
Travis Neff
Mike Oberg and Kuvy
Toast
VegasRacer
9144me (socalandy) and Karen
Rick and Sandy!
Eric Shea


There will be the traditional meet and greet BBQ Friday afternoon at the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park in Fruita, Colorado.

Saturday morning will give way to a beautiful drive up over the http://www.nps.gov/colm/, and down the twisty Highway 141 to Gateway, Colorado for lunch and a visit to the http://www.gatewayautomuseum.com/! We will conduct a Show and Shine while we are in Gateway.
Saturday afternoon, we will drive back to Fruita. Dinner will be on your own. If you like, you are more than welcome to bring your food and drink, as well as lawn chairs and hang out at the campsite! We will have our official bench lawn chair racing session there at the campsite.

Hotel Information:
Thanks to the Wine Festival and Triathlon (busy time of year) we (Val) were able to only set aside a total of 19 rooms. Pretty much the whole valley is booked! It will be at the LaQuinta, which is right next door to the campground (perfect). The Manager at LaQuinta will hold 19 rooms for us until August 18th. If they are not reserved by then, he will open them up so others can reserve them. We did get a discount rate, it is still a bit on the pricey side though .

(Reserve Now)
LaQuinta Inn
570 Raptor Rd,
Fruita, CO 81521
970-858-8850

Rates: Std Double: $119 (regularly $169)
Any Suite (Jacuzzi etc): $129 (regularly $199)
Be sure to mention "Red Rocks Classic", "ClubNARP" or "914World" when calling.

(Reserve Now)

If tent camping and money saving is your thing, you can go online and reserve a tent space at the http://coloradostateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/James_M_Robb_Colorado_River_State_Park_Fruita_Section/r/campsiteSearch.do?search=site&contractCode=CO&parkId=50069 for $14 a night! Also Val and I have reserved the http://parks.state.co.us/NR/rdonlyres/0623605A-6189-4600-8031-CBDE1185F3C9/939/Fruitatentsites1728.pdf (A-F) that is right next to the tent camping. So if you do need a tent spot or a spot for an RV or Trailer, we have already paid. This area will ensure a spot to have the Meet and Greet BBQ as well as a place to hang out (quiet hours begin at 10pm).

There will also be "unofficial activities" if anyone decides to show up early, just let us know you are going to be early. We will quite possibly have a quick drive over the http://www.sangres.com/nationalforests/grandmesa/index.htm The Grand Mesa offers the most Alaska-like terrain I have ever seen outside of Alaska!

Shirt Order Has Been Placed as of August 1st. http://z8.invisionfree.com/ClubNARP/index.php?showtopic=5255

This promises to be a good time, and an excellent chance to check out Colorado's scenery. This late in September, it should be cooling down a bit. The leaves should also be changing, making for some spectacular views!











Registration Information!

I was hoping to hold off a little bit for the registration thread, but a good portion of our reservations will have to be paid by August 1st.

Registration for RRC 2009 is $45.00 per person

This registration fee will cover:
Friday's Meet and Greet BBQ
Saturday's Luncheon and Dining Area rental
Saturday's visit to the Gateway Auto Museum
*Any left over registration fees will be put towards Saturday night's dinner

This Registration does not cover:
The State Park (for BBQ) daily $6.00 entrance fee
The group camping area for BBQ (Val and I are getting that tab)
The Federal Park (one time for drive) $7.00 entrance fee
Dinner for Saturday Night (*pay on your own, we will pick an area Restaraunt)
Hotel Fees or gas fees....drawing the line there.





Please See The Plan Of Events .pdf Attached Below


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Posted by: SLITS Jul 10 2009, 06:11 PM

See post on NARP

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 10 2009, 06:31 PM

I see your post on NARP and raise you 40 miles Ron!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 10 2009, 06:34 PM

Well, if I finish the rocket powered teener in time ...........

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 10 2009, 06:44 PM

There is 24 hrs in a day. If you can get the purple dirt devil running you can finish the rocket powered car.

BTW: Sandy say'sw we may be in. 1320 0ne way..

Posted by: Gint Jul 10 2009, 07:09 PM

Great job Eric! Thanks. I need to work out camping Thursday. Hear that Kevin!?!?!

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 11 2009, 01:06 PM

Can't wait!

Posted by: mightyohm Jul 11 2009, 01:42 PM

What I want to know is: Is the Norcal 2007 RRC Boy Band going?

There's been talk of a reunion...


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Posted by: sixnotfour Jul 11 2009, 02:02 PM

Posted by: Ferg Jul 11 2009, 09:01 PM

I was in Fruita this spring on 2 wheels, can't wait. I LOVE that place!




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Posted by: Sleepin Jul 12 2009, 01:52 PM

If you liked riding the Bookcliffs on the bike, you will definetly love cruising the Monument in that new 914 of yours!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 13 2009, 10:09 AM

66 Days Left!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 13 2009, 10:29 AM

Let's see .... pulled the engine yesterday, took it apart, cleaned it, put it back together, welded in RJ mount, reinstalled engine, hooked up most everything, decided I was tired and quit for the night .... 7 am to 8 pm is long enough.

Need to adjust clutch, hook up fuel, hook up electrical, add 10 quarts of oil, fire 'er up and check for leaks.

Does Grand Junction still glow day and night?

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 13 2009, 10:35 AM

Stopped glowing a few years ago. All the Uranium mines are closed. No wonder you didn't call me! I still have a question for you when you get a chance.

Posted by: SLITS Jul 13 2009, 10:55 AM

I will call tonight ......

Posted by: RiqueMar Jul 13 2009, 11:15 AM

Hmmm, maybe this might be a good premier for my car?

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 13 2009, 02:33 PM

I think so!

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 13 2009, 10:05 PM

Yes!

Posted by: SLITS Jul 13 2009, 10:07 PM

You ain't got the tits to wear that shirt Mike .... give it to Wade.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 14 2009, 12:35 PM

For updated Hotel info!

Posted by: shelby/914 Jul 14 2009, 04:40 PM

Just reserved a room for RRC. there are 17 remaining. The Lady I talked to said that we started with 19 not 20. She knew the group and the rate was correct.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 14 2009, 08:48 PM

Outstanding! I was sure he said we had twenty...but I am sure 19 will suffice in combo with the campground. If all else fails, I will open up my backyard!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 15 2009, 05:23 PM

64 days!

Posted by: lotus_65 Jul 15 2009, 05:33 PM

what... Fruita? Home of Mike the Headless Chicken??

wish i could be there-

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 15 2009, 09:57 PM

Yes, it is home of http://www.miketheheadlesschicken.org/index.php

Val and I cruised by there today to see how everything looked. Here are some pics.

The Hotel:


Behind the hotel:


The other side of the hotel:


Between the hotel and the campground :


Entrance to the campground:


A view from the campsite:


Ferg, if you decide to bring the camper, we have a spot for you!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 17 2009, 05:03 PM

Updated.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 17 2009, 06:44 PM

I was hoping to hold off a little bit for the registration, but a good portion of our reservations will have to be paid by August 1st.

Registration for RRC 2009 is $45.00 per person

This registration fee will cover:
Friday's Meet and Greet BBQ
Saturday's Luncheon and Dining Area rental
Saturday's visit to the Gateway Auto Museum
*Any left over registration fees will be put towards Saturday night's dinner

This Registration does not cover:
The State Park (for BBQ) daily $6.00 entrance fee
The group camping area for BBQ (Val and I are getting that tab)
The Federal Park (one time for drive) $7.00 entrance fee
Dinner for Saturday Night (*pay on your own, we will pick an area Restaraunt)
Hotel Fees or gas fees....drawing the line there.

Please make payments to:

PayPal: loweeric at hotmail.com (be sure to note "RRC09 Registration" as well as your board screen name.)



http://z8.invisionfree.com/ClubNARP/index.php?showtopic=5255

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 19 2009, 05:44 PM

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 19 2009, 10:26 PM

Eric,

This is going to be another great run! Thanks to you and Val for all the work putting it together. See you in September!

MW

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 20 2009, 10:21 PM

Thanks Wills! And thank you for all the help! I have been working on the awards for two days now...and still not done!

Posted by: shelby/914 Jul 23 2009, 10:32 AM

Time for a Let's get a few more registrations in.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 24 2009, 02:08 PM

I need to get some registrations in. I have to pay for the awards lunch and museum by Aug. 1st.

Posted by: sixnotfour Jul 24 2009, 06:48 PM

registered/paid.

Looks to be a great time, again.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 24 2009, 09:39 PM

Sweet Jeff! Will you two be bringing the green machine or....??

We are looking forward to seeing you again!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 25 2009, 02:21 PM

Registered so far:

Sleepin and Val
Cobra
Michael Pieper
sixnotfour and Suzie
boldron
MoveQik
Ferg
MadSwede

Posted by: shelby/914 Jul 25 2009, 02:49 PM

Eric, why don't you post something on the local board and try to shame the Colorado guys into registering early so you don't have to front all of the expense?

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 25 2009, 05:29 PM

Paid! See you in two months.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 26 2009, 11:50 PM

TTT

Posted by: Gint Jul 27 2009, 07:59 AM

Doesn't work.

I'll try to get mine in today Eric. I can't read either. Is it per person or car, or...?

Edit. Nevermind. I learned to read...

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 27 2009, 08:12 AM

Thanks Gint!

Posted by: Ferg Jul 27 2009, 11:08 AM

Just sent the $.

Posted by: Gint Jul 27 2009, 09:26 PM

Check's in the mail...

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 28 2009, 01:09 PM

Awesome Gint!



Reminder: 3 days left to order shirts!

Posted by: Ferg Jul 28 2009, 01:11 PM

what's Sunday looking like, breakfast then home?

trying to decide if it's going to be worth the trouble to bring the bike and find time to ride.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 28 2009, 02:00 PM

Breakfast then home Ferg. We have not really planned anything for Sunday.

Posted by: Ferg Jul 28 2009, 02:08 PM

Cool, sound like a good time to ride then.

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 29 2009, 11:45 AM

Now attending: Brant and the Ginters!

(that sounds like a band name)

Posted by: SLITS Jul 29 2009, 02:25 PM

WHAT ABOUT SILVA & THE EVER SO SLOW BRAIN BRIAN?

Hey, it's 40 miles closer than Moab to trailer your cars!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 30 2009, 01:57 PM

Posted by: Ferg Jul 30 2009, 02:01 PM

Someone call Brian, he needs to leave soon to make it.

Hi Brian

Posted by: Madswede Jul 30 2009, 04:11 PM

Is Greg Robbins going? I can't be the only 968 ... again ... and again ... and ag............

- Nelson

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 30 2009, 04:30 PM

I have not heard from Greg at all. Shoot him a PM. I have not heard from Ernie or Jason either....speaking of the AZ folks...

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 30 2009, 07:58 PM

Welcome Wild 6 to the RRC ranks!

Posted by: MoveQik Jul 31 2009, 12:25 AM

Andy(Wild6) = things just got faster!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 31 2009, 07:53 AM

Perfect! Although I had to slow things down again... ThinAir (Ernie) just joined the ranks as well!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 31 2009, 08:17 AM

Just a quick reminder: The Tee Shirt Order Deadline is at Midnight!


http://z8.invisionfree.com/ClubNARP/index.php?showtopic=5255 or just send me a PM!

Posted by: Sleepin Jul 31 2009, 08:04 PM

The Gateway event has been reserved! It will include a dining area, a sandwich and soup bar, an auto museum ticket and parking on the museum lawn for our show-n-shine!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 1 2009, 10:11 AM

47 days Left!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 3 2009, 10:48 AM

On the 45 day counter at the top of your page!

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 3 2009, 09:24 PM

Hey all, I just spoke to Sandy about this event again. Were still on the fence but not out. Were not signed up yet but we may be coming. We have taken two major vacations this year in the car. One to the East Coast and one to the West. I'm going to do a budget tonight. We shall see.

Just tried to make a reservation. They asked me to hold, sent the phone on the counter not on hold, checked in a guest or two, then things got quite for about ten minutes. I could hear back ground noise and an occasional paper noise but they never picked up the phone. I tried calling back but it only rang with no answer. I bet they will notice the phones off the hook soon..

Were still on the fence kids.

OK, I have a reservation. Thats as far as I can go for now. At 14 MPG estimated fuel cost is $ 600.00 This will be another "G" I need to get to work.

Posted by: Joe Sharp Aug 4 2009, 07:57 AM

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 4 2009, 09:32 PM

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 4 2009, 09:53 PM

I am very pleased to announce that Lord Joe Sharp and his Lady Betsy will be attending RRC 2009!

Posted by: Ferg Aug 4 2009, 10:42 PM

Best news of my day!

Ferg

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 4 2009, 10:44 PM

This has trouble written all over it.....

Posted by: Ferg Aug 4 2009, 10:47 PM

Hey, If God didn't want us in trouble, he wouldn't be sending Joe Sharp...

Just try and argue that logic
Ferg

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 4 2009, 11:06 PM

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 5 2009, 10:13 AM

I'm down like Charlie Brown. paypal sent.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 5 2009, 10:44 AM

Dear god....you mean the AZ caravan will have more than one car?? This is good indeed!

Reminds of the huge caravan we had a couple of years ago going to Atomic....

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 5 2009, 10:50 AM

Wow! That was huge!

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 5 2009, 05:15 PM

Wish I could make it this year but we've had plans scheduled for months over that weekend.

I keep reading this thread for updates all the time for some reason.. :?!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 7 2009, 12:54 AM

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 7 2009, 06:04 AM

And you are????

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 7 2009, 08:16 AM

I thought you asked him that last year....

Posted by: AZ914 Aug 7 2009, 08:50 AM

Yeah I know....

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 7 2009, 03:32 PM

Room booked.

When I called they said they were all booked up, but when I mentioned red rocks classic they said they had availability - so remember to mention this when you call.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 7 2009, 07:22 PM

Good idea, please don't forget to mention "914world, clubNARP or Red Rocks Classic" when booking a room. They do still have rooms set aside for us!

Posted by: azbill Aug 8 2009, 12:43 AM

I will not be going. Had rotator cuff surgery. Out of the commission for awhile. Getting old is not fun.

Bill Shaffer

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 8 2009, 08:19 PM

Hopefully the wife's car is running for RRC as well....currently it is:

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 9 2009, 08:28 PM

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 10 2009, 10:29 AM

Special thanks goes out to MikeZ and Joe at NBD Graphics!!!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 12 2009, 10:24 AM

I also have met two local 914 owners on two separate days. One is a definite and the other a maybe for attendees for RRC!

(I have noted that people look at me like I am nuts when I chase them down until they stop somewhere and run up to talk to them....it's kind of fun to do actually! )

Posted by: Gint Aug 12 2009, 05:27 PM

Found an older (retired-ish) lady at the Vdub gig at Bandimere last Sunday. She said they lived on the western slope and owned a 914. I pointed her your direction.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 13 2009, 08:11 AM

Excellent! Thanks Gint!

Please also welcome Mike Oberg and Kuvy to RRC09!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 14 2009, 09:24 AM

Our judging lawn for the Show-N-Shine:


Time for a drive?:


I may have to have a high quality sound recorder for this one!

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 14 2009, 10:21 AM

I hope 2010 will happen also , I have been to Tahoe a million times , hell , I got married there. I really enjoy the scenery the RRC offers and the members that attend.
Will "that guy" from last year show ?

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 14 2009, 01:04 PM

Hey, will there be a hose at the hotel or a car wash close to the venue so the World travelers will be able to clean the road grime of when they arrive?

I'm asking cause I drove half way across the country twice this year and both times I ran through some of the most foul weather you can imagine. By the time I arrived both times my car looked like it had a flat black paint job and the splattered bugs made it look like I was attempting to fertilize a Chia farm.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 14 2009, 01:25 PM

I will guarantee a venue for a washing. Worse case scenario, you can borrow my driveway, bucket, garage, kids....etc..

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 15 2009, 08:10 PM

Shirts are in! Like last year....

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 17 2009, 07:48 AM

One month!!!!!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 18 2009, 10:04 AM

30 Days! Register Now!

Posted by: Ferg Aug 18 2009, 10:31 AM

This will be epic.

For a added bonus, I will drive my car to the event and not use one single bit of blue painters tape to protect it from rock chips. That's right folks, unprotected.

All must be there to witness such a unheard of event.

Ferg

Posted by: SLITS Aug 18 2009, 01:13 PM

Yeh, yeh .... you'll find the only bush in the desert close to Fruita, park behind it and remove the tape, then gloriously drive into town with beads of sweat pouring from your forehead.

It may be extremely hard to find a bush big enough to hide the trailer and tow vehicle though.

No Ferg.

Posted by: Ferg Aug 18 2009, 01:24 PM

Hey, I'm serious. I'm out of tape (used it all for Parade in Keystone) and walked right by it the other day at the hardware store and didn't buy any I'm going for broke on this trip

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 18 2009, 01:27 PM

I think you need to go check yourself into the ER Ferg! Something is definetly wrong here!

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 19 2009, 12:44 AM

A HUGE thanks to Paul(Spunone) for his donation to the the event. Someone will go home with some good bling for their dash and center console!

Thanks Paul!

Also, PMB Performance(Eric Shea) has made a donation that will stop you in your tracks!

Thanks guys! You make the events that much better!

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 19 2009, 12:52 AM

Working on another recruit for the trip.

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 19 2009, 08:10 AM

Just because she stayed the night doesn't mean you are obligated to bring her.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 19 2009, 09:45 AM

Some of the guys will be biking:



And they will drees up like this:


and go down the hills like this:

Posted by: SharonG Aug 19 2009, 10:44 AM

Is the dude in the cute pink outfit Eric Shea?

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 20 2009, 10:48 PM

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 23 2009, 01:56 AM

25 days left! I know I am not the only one excited!!! (and yet so much crap to do.......)

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 24 2009, 09:44 AM

I still havn't heard from the driver of this car:

Posted by: MoveQik Aug 24 2009, 01:26 PM

He is really old. I don't think he uses the computer very much.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 24 2009, 09:59 PM

He needs to relearn how...I know some people would like to see him... some people....

Posted by: 6freak Aug 24 2009, 11:57 PM

Pretty girl wrench`n on a car ....Thats hot

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 25 2009, 09:03 AM

Thank you Mike!

for the last set of pictures taken of my car with the big black bumpers!

23 Days!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 25 2009, 05:42 PM

I have attached the Plan of Events for those who want to be in the circle of trust rust.

I hope this will help a little with the organization of things.


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Posted by: Madswede Aug 25 2009, 06:15 PM

Looking forward to it!

Oh, by the way, I plan to take advantage of one of those tent spots Eric, if that's OK. Yeah, I'm gonna camp out this time! I enjoy it actually.

What...? I can be quiet after 10pm ... if given the proper incentives. (opens door, waits for it...)

- Nelson

Posted by: SLITS Aug 25 2009, 06:44 PM

Creaaaaaaaaakkkkkkkk ..... Whadda ya gonna do, pass out like Waide or That Girl?

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 25 2009, 07:04 PM

Hopefully he won't pull a Rt66 2007 "That Guy"




Oh......and I see you lurking Eric Shea!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2009, 09:44 AM

22 Days!!

Posted by: Ferg Aug 26 2009, 09:51 AM

Hey, I got a picture from that spot Fun trail!






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Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 26 2009, 11:18 AM

Just checking for naked pictures of SLITS.

You're all tasked with that thought over lunch! Enjoy.

Posted by: Madswede Aug 26 2009, 02:00 PM

Well, I was enjoying my sandwich ...

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 26 2009, 10:30 PM

On second thought, maybe you need to stay up there in poly-land!

Posted by: SLITS Aug 26 2009, 11:02 PM

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 27 2009, 08:14 AM

21 Days!




Need I say more?

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 27 2009, 11:56 AM

Just sent the office manager an email stating my intension of taking time off. Now if I can get him to cut off my work 5 days before I have to leave I'm in.

Still on the fence.

P.S. I think the Corona photo's did it.

Posted by: jaminM3 Aug 27 2009, 04:30 PM

I picked up a running 914 about 3 weeks ago. I may actually drive a 914 to a 914 event!!

The list says my wife is coming, but I am bringing my brother instead.

Is anyone else up for hitting some of the mountain bike trails in Fruita earlier on Friday or sometime on Saturday?

Posted by: Ferg Aug 27 2009, 04:37 PM

I was originally thinking I would bring my bike, but now, I'm stuck at work till at least 3pm on friday... I may just bring my running shoes instead.

Ferg

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 27 2009, 10:45 PM

for our newest registrants!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 28 2009, 11:24 PM

The 75 is wearing a new smile for the occasion! (even went on a no-BBB diet!)

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 29 2009, 06:01 PM

Today Val's 2056 just jumped right up in the engine bay....I guess it is excited to be at an RRC with more than three cylinders!

Posted by: Gint Aug 29 2009, 11:13 PM

I'll see if I can't get a pic in the Porsche museum with my RRC shirt on!

Posted by: ThinAir Aug 29 2009, 11:45 PM

Very cool! It's good to see progress. I've gotta get new seals in my tranny and new front rotors before I head out. It's gonna be a busy time!

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 30 2009, 01:09 AM

today, fixed loose front shock to strut for good. new wheel bearings in the front and an oil change and oil leak fixed (I hope). Tomorrow, fix backup light switch, find and fix a rattle in the back somewhere then it's ready for re-registration.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2009, 01:47 AM

I am glad I am not the only one feeling a little swamped. Got 2 914's to get ready now that the event is most of the way done....I have most of the awards done.... wooohooo!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2009, 02:12 AM

That would be badass Gint!

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 30 2009, 03:46 PM

Third brake light installed, Might need a clutch though, 14 yr old doing laps at the high school showing me the brake light.


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Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2009, 04:04 PM

Sweet Jeff! Your car sure reminds me of this beauty!

Check out the seats!

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 30 2009, 04:08 PM

Holy CRAP! That tartan is bitchin!

Posted by: sixnotfour Aug 30 2009, 05:04 PM

i got em.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 30 2009, 08:59 PM

18 days!

All of Val's electrical and fuel is hooked up. Vaccum is mostly done (still need to figure out why I have one extra hose) One axle is on.
Still need exhaust, clutch cable, speedo cable and the other axle on....then the attempt to fire it up!

Posted by: Travis Neff Aug 31 2009, 12:46 AM

fixed license plate lights & wiring. Cleaned up the wheelwells and wheels today.

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2009, 08:05 AM

Welcome Mr. Eric Shea to the RRC 09 madness!!!!







........yup, he finally came to his senses!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Aug 31 2009, 04:44 PM

Now... to camp or not to camp.

Posted by: SLITS Aug 31 2009, 04:51 PM

Depends on whether you are on top or on the bottom! Dem red rocks are hard on the .............!

Posted by: Sleepin Aug 31 2009, 09:21 PM

Campin is free!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 1 2009, 12:19 PM

16 Days...... do you know where your Cazadores is?

Posted by: Madswede Sep 1 2009, 01:57 PM

Yeah, but *I* am camping... so y'all are in trouble.

Posted by: TROJANMAN Sep 1 2009, 02:09 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6dm9rN6oTs

Posted by: SLITS Sep 1 2009, 02:44 PM

The Wastetreatment ponds prolly smell better than Jon anyway and they border the campground.

Much gas ... no foul!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 1 2009, 04:34 PM

They also border the hotel....but the hotel also borders the Colorado State Patrol Office!

I got my pliers and dremel ready!

Posted by: jcwells Sep 1 2009, 04:35 PM

Are there any drives planned on Sunday, 20 Sep? I've just purchased a '73 914 , and my wife and I would love to hook up with you folks on the 20th, for some aspen viewing and mountain driving . Our daughter has volleyball matches on Friday and Saturday, so we won't be able to get away until Saturday evening at the earliest.

John

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 1 2009, 04:40 PM

John, welcome to the board! Helluva first post! I like it! The fun really doesn't start until Saturday night usually! Worse case, Val and I will be around Sunday for a drive around the Mesa or over the Monument!


Come join us!!! (and there is no Registration fees if you show up Saturday night!)

Posted by: Madswede Sep 1 2009, 06:07 PM

I'll be driving back to New Mexico on Sunday ... not sure if south is the way you'd want to go, but I knwo the roads back through Ouray - Silverton - Durango should keep my on my toes! Anyone's welcome to try to keep up with pass me on that part of my sojourn since I don't know that road as well as I used to.

- Nelson

Posted by: TROJANMAN Sep 1 2009, 06:25 PM

Just don't plan on making good time through Ridgway.

Posted by: Gint Sep 1 2009, 07:00 PM

Just saw your Colorado-914 request too. You're in...

And...

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 1 2009, 09:13 PM

Any decent /6 will be bored out of their skull going slow enough for your car to keep up.

Posted by: jcwells Sep 1 2009, 11:00 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome! I hope that we can make it out on the 19th, so that we can hook up with you all. The forums here have already been a big help to me with a couple of technical issues on my car, that I'll make the subject of a separate thread.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 2 2009, 12:07 AM

or 3 cylinder VW....

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 2 2009, 09:25 AM

15 days!!!!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 2 2009, 11:23 PM

Damn close to two weeks!

I just need to mount the muffler and add oil to Val's car...then it is lightoff time!

Posted by: SLITS Sep 3 2009, 09:16 AM

May the Gods of Hydrocarbons smile upon your efforts!

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Posted by: Sleepin Sep 4 2009, 01:01 AM

Two weeks from now...I will be chilling, drinking a beer...and waiting for you all to arrive!

Val's car is together...not running...but together....

Posted by: Ferg Sep 4 2009, 10:35 AM

I've got a new front bumper to install, a crane optical to install, and a front valance to repaint. I'm ignoring the trans leak, and small motor leak at the moment. Other than that, I'm ready now.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 4 2009, 10:46 AM

Sweet Ferg! I am looking forward to seeing your deal of the century!

I fixed a dripping taco plate on Val's car yesterday. Still need to change out the speedo drive o ring. Now that I have the fuel issue resolved anyways...

I need to mount my rear bumper on the 75 and paint the front valance and rockers as well. It is coming together though.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 4 2009, 07:50 PM

I've got some parts on order. I have a cam seal leaking and dripping down on my alternator causing it to fail then restart then fail... I'm working 7 days a week again so If I don't get the seal changed I will at least have to clean my alternator and wrap it in plastic or something for the trip.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 5 2009, 03:24 PM

A cool photo op will be at Driggs Mansion....hopefully with less snow than when I took these!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 6 2009, 04:38 PM

TTT



We are just about ready!

Posted by: Ferg Sep 6 2009, 10:03 PM

Ditto, Crane XR700 installed today, Bumper in route.

Now do I want to do the TPS now, or put it off...

BTW, I have a mini keg of Bell's Oberon I'll be brining along. If you are from MI you will understand.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 7 2009, 09:33 AM

A mini keg is always welcome. We will find some way to help it disappear for you!

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 7 2009, 10:03 AM

12 days

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 7 2009, 10:19 AM

You had me at "Hello".

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Posted by: SharonG Sep 8 2009, 09:28 AM

Speaking of mini-kegs, Mike and I just got back from Germany and there were a plethora of mini-kegs to be had there. I should have just left all my clothes in Germany and filled my suitcase with beer. Not more than 50 lbs, though.

My priorities are out of whack.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2009, 09:33 AM

Sounds like your priorities are in the right place to me Sharon! Glad you guys made it back safely! Hope you had fun!


While flying around google earth...I decided to pull this image of the Colorado National Monument!

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 8 2009, 11:19 AM

Carrera.

Posted by: Ferg Sep 8 2009, 11:34 AM

Nah, I'll let you be "that guy" who drives a 911 to a 914 event

Posted by: Ferg Sep 8 2009, 02:02 PM

Glad the road signs in Fruita are easy to understand




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Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2009, 02:03 PM

I will explain them to you Ferg....when you get here...






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Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 8 2009, 02:50 PM

Anyone see 7lbs. ?

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 8 2009, 09:00 PM

not yet...... why? do you have 7 pounds in ya?

Posted by: RJMII Sep 8 2009, 09:03 PM

You got a pet Jelly Fish?

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 9 2009, 09:48 AM

My 911 is currently carrying the heart for my 914 so... he's not to be hassled.

Posted by: TROJANMAN Sep 9 2009, 10:03 AM

Do you know what it means to have a http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6E682C7Jj4&feature=related

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 9 2009, 10:04 AM

So it is "That Car" then?

Posted by: Gint Sep 9 2009, 12:19 PM

Couldn't really get near one of only 2 914's in the museum.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 9 2009, 12:25 PM

Those guys shouldn't go camping in Colorado.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 9 2009, 12:37 PM

Wow....that is quite a moment for me right there....to have something I made "exhibited" at the Porsche museum... that is very cool in my book! Thanks for the pic guys!

Posted by: TROJANMAN Sep 9 2009, 04:29 PM

He must have had a plethora of beer before he passed out on the floor like that......

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 9 2009, 06:15 PM

I hope no one starts it while he is passed out like that.....he would be running around with his hair on fire!

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Posted by: SharonG Sep 10 2009, 10:41 AM

He was actually checking it for oil leaks.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 10 2009, 05:35 PM

....just because I am getting really excited!

Posted by: Travis Neff Sep 10 2009, 06:27 PM

Got the car re registered after a 6 month non-op YA-ES!

Posted by: Ferg Sep 10 2009, 09:45 PM

New front bumper is installed Think I will leave the tits off for now, even though the rear still has them, it's like a reverse 73

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 10 2009, 10:12 PM

You could do A cups on the front like I did. I like em!

Posted by: TROJANMAN Sep 10 2009, 11:28 PM

CRAP! That's a minor detail I forgot.......

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 11 2009, 12:57 AM

I get it now!


Just saw it!


....it is Salmon!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 11 2009, 08:21 AM

Sorry to be solemn...but, don't forget the day.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 11 2009, 12:02 PM

May I also remind everyone......

Posted by: majkos Sep 11 2009, 03:10 PM

Henna's bored................
She's ready!

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Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 12 2009, 08:24 AM

I'm heading out to the garage to fix a oil leak coming from my right cam seal. I had a custom hi-output alternator built. (1 wire small frame GM 170 amp) I have a hard wired power inverter to run a laptop so Sandy and I can both work while traveling. My Bosch 70 amp. couldn't keep up. Well my 170 amp unit died last week. The auto electric guy thinks the oil dripping down on it kilt it. I think the bearings gave up. I have to really tighten the belt because the engine revs up so fast that the belt slips.

So, I have to pull the alternator. The alternator guy isn't open until Monday. I will have to drop the thing off on Monday, pick it up on Tuesday, install it Tuesday night, and get ready to leave Wednesday night... Oh, and I am working 7 days a week yet (In my best Arnold Swartzenager)I need a vacation....

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 12 2009, 09:38 AM

We know you guys are just watching movies!

So much to do...so little time! I am only working Monday and Tuesday next week!


Found out last night that my friend here in town with a 550 Spyder Outlaw that he built himself will be going to RRC with us!


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Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 12 2009, 01:11 PM

Oil leak fixed. I found a missing "O" ring behind the cam seal. doh!

Alternator out! Back to my paper work!

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 12 2009, 09:49 PM

If there is anyone who is camping and would prefer a room, I've got a room with 2 beds and my son can't come so I'm willing to split the room with someone.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 13 2009, 10:44 AM

4 DAYS!!!!!!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 13 2009, 09:28 PM

just because I can!

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Posted by: Sleepin Sep 14 2009, 06:13 PM

While Wills Wantingly Welds , I will bump this for socalandy who is now bringing his wife Karen along to enjoy the festivities!

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 14 2009, 09:13 PM

That's great! Sandy is going to share the driving.

Posted by: Ferg Sep 14 2009, 10:52 PM

I'm pretty much ready, can I skip work and leave now please

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 15 2009, 01:03 AM

Amen!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 15 2009, 09:37 AM

Looks like the weather will be cooperating and clearing up for us! I hope anyways!

Posted by: Joe Sharp Sep 15 2009, 12:20 PM

I'm really sorry to say this but Betsy and I will not be in attendence. When I singed up I had not checked the calender and had a prior commetment. I believe that this is the "The 914 Party of the Year" and I will have missed it for the second time. I won't make that mistake again. Anyway "PARTY ON" and I will miss you all.

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Posted by: Gint Sep 15 2009, 05:42 PM

Dammit Joe! That sucks, but we'll tip a few in your honor.

I should probably go out and see if my 914 will still start. It's been a coupe of weeks.

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 15 2009, 06:39 PM

Heading out to install my alternator. I just picked up an oil filter. I go over to the local quick change place and bring my own oil and filter. So I have to fit this in somehow tomorrow.

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 15 2009, 09:37 PM

Darn, Joe! They say that retired folks are busier than when they were working, but it's a bit soon for schedule conflicts don't 'ya think? You two will surely be missed!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 16 2009, 09:21 AM

Weather update:

Now mostly sunny with a high of 85 deg. and a low of 58 deg. !

Perfect!!

Posted by: Ferg Sep 16 2009, 10:12 AM

That's good drinking weather.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 16 2009, 10:48 AM

I don't know - I kind of like it when it's chilly enough to wear a jacket so there's a pocket available to hold my beer. That reduces the probability of beer dropage.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 16 2009, 12:02 PM

Beer droppage is a danger we all must face from time to time!

Posted by: TROJANMAN Sep 16 2009, 12:14 PM

Yes, but none of that matters if you are upside down doing handstands.......

In the sprinklers

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Posted by: ConeDodger Sep 16 2009, 12:28 PM

I am so jealous. Me and McMark actually discussed flying in - renting a car but there are no major airports close to Grand Junction. We would have had to drive 300 - 500 miles. It would have been doable from Salt Flake City to Moab...

Have fun... If anyone does cartwheels through the sprinklers be sure to take pictures...

Posted by: SharonG Sep 16 2009, 12:41 PM

Whatchu talking about? Fruita is only 40 more miles than Moab from SLC on 75 mph hwy which equals 32 more minutes on the road. That's assuming you'd drive 75 mph on the road between I-70 and Moab.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 16 2009, 03:07 PM

Look into flying in to Grand Junction itself.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 16 2009, 03:08 PM

That is too much math!

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 16 2009, 03:18 PM

Heading out t the car right now. I'll post later!

Posted by: ConeDodger Sep 16 2009, 03:25 PM

Ok. Now I am going to have to admit that the last time I drove through Grand Junction was more than a decade ago and I did not have the impression it had an airport that an airliner would land at. Now that I check, yes - we could have landed at Grand Junction. Now though, it would be a $2000+ round trip. Doubt Mcmark wants to pony up for that. Me either though... Sorry...

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 16 2009, 03:39 PM

Fly into SLC and you can ride in the assdragger. Jeff, Suzie and I will be caravaning Friday AM.

Bring condoms and lube. Slits isn't coming so I won't have a date.

Posted by: Eric_Shea Sep 16 2009, 03:46 PM

(new Discovery Channel Show)

"Lame Excuse Busters"

Fruita is the same as Moab from SLC time-wise. You stay on I-70 at 80mph vs. UT-191 at 50 behind an RV towing more RV's.

Next excuse please Dr. Slime!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 16 2009, 03:46 PM

Eric prolly has a life preserver from last year that you can sit on if you get sore!

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Posted by: Gint Sep 16 2009, 07:41 PM

Of for the love a... that's the most pathetic thing I've heard since... I left work today. We'll miss ya!

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 16 2009, 10:10 PM

Ok, So were 250 miles closer to the RRC. My last trip earlier this year to the WCC I was getting about 12-14 MPG. I did some work to my F.I. since then. My first gas stop yielded 21 MPG. If that trend continues I'll be pleasantly surprised.

Posted by: MoveQik Sep 16 2009, 10:52 PM

Food is lined up and I am ready to go.




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Posted by: Travis Neff Sep 17 2009, 12:55 AM

that stuff.... in the green bag.... I found some of them in my shorts yesterday, lmao!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 01:06 AM

Iffin you are finding something that looks like that in your shorts......you are doing it wrong!

Posted by: Travis Neff Sep 17 2009, 01:13 AM

Self entertainment has no boundaries

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 01:14 AM

LOL!


It is gonna be a hectic next couple days. Probably very little computer time. If anyone runs into trouble or needs to get a hold of me my number is 970 six nine one 5270.

Posted by: SharonG Sep 17 2009, 09:13 AM

Dude! I salute your stomach of steel.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 03:40 PM

See y'all tomorrow!!!!!


....and see some of you today!

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 17 2009, 03:59 PM

What is the time for kicking off the BBQ on Friday? I'm trying to figure out how soon I need to leave Flagstaff in the morning.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 05:06 PM

Not sure Ernie, pretty much when most everyone gets in and settled. I am thinking of starting around 2-3.......Val and I will be at the campground before noon though.

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 17 2009, 05:33 PM

Cool - the beer's in the car. Just a few things to do tonight and I'll be ready to roll in the morning! Are we there yet??

Posted by: SharonG Sep 17 2009, 05:35 PM

I don't think Mike and I will be there until around 5pm - unfortunately I have to work part of that day.

Posted by: majkos Sep 17 2009, 06:40 PM

Hey! is there electricity at the campsite?
I don't know which air pump to bring, reg. or cordless

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 06:56 PM

We gots the electicity! Bring the TV, disco lights etc!

Posted by: majkos Sep 17 2009, 07:23 PM

Anybody got a strobe light??

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 17 2009, 07:59 PM

We decided to stay in Fort Morgan about an hour east of Denver for the night. I have some work I need to get to, so....

I think were heading for Fruita around 8-9 am. That puts us in there around 2-3 pm.


Just in time for the BBQ!

Posted by: majkos Sep 17 2009, 09:05 PM

Yo Eric!
What the address for the campsite?
Gps doesn't read name of site.

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 09:28 PM

Kevin, use 550 Jurassic Ct, Fruita, CO ....that is just a couple buildings down from the entrance to the park.

Posted by: Ferg Sep 17 2009, 09:50 PM

What exit # is it, I can find it from there

Posted by: SirAndy Sep 17 2009, 09:54 PM

Well?

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 17 2009, 10:38 PM

you just want to steal our pictures an tell your friends you went somwhere!!! So here.....

I'm already here

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 17 2009, 10:52 PM

Yup! Andy is here!

Posted by: effutuo101 Sep 17 2009, 11:04 PM

Cool! Keep the pictures coming! Hope everybody arives safe and has fun!

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 18 2009, 01:06 AM

Everything you need is in http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=188314 that Eric put on page one of this thread.

PS - Congrats to Eric & Val for being so organized about this!

Posted by: rick 918-S Sep 18 2009, 10:11 PM

Couple of teaser pics.

Our great Host and cook!



And a shot across the bow!

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 18 2009, 11:43 PM

Were off to a grest start!!!

Thanks Eric and Val

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 18 2009, 11:50 PM

the 9th month of the year, 14 cars + 1 on the way

Posted by: ThinAir Sep 19 2009, 12:08 AM

Eric with a hand full of wieners...


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Posted by: ThinAir Sep 19 2009, 12:10 AM

Sharon's got a point... I think Mike Wills is being identified as "that guy" for RRC09


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Posted by: Sleepin Sep 19 2009, 12:14 AM

Happiness is a handful of weiners!!!!!!

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Posted by: Sleepin Sep 19 2009, 08:47 AM

...and yes, the Half Six is alive and well, this time as a 2.06.

Posted by: majkos Sep 20 2009, 08:42 PM

WTF!

Posted by: majkos Sep 20 2009, 08:48 PM

Despite a little rain, on the way home,
Me and Henna had a blast!

good times to be had and I'll do it again!

Posted by: Socalandy Sep 20 2009, 11:06 PM

Just a few pics before I hit it. Thanks Eric and Val!!!!

We are driving thru Arches, Bryce, and Zion on our return trip

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Posted by: Socalandy Sep 20 2009, 11:13 PM

great to see everyone and meet a few I hadn't. This was an Awsome event

Posted by: majkos Sep 21 2009, 11:34 AM

Did we camp?
Yup!

Posted by: Sleepin Sep 21 2009, 11:38 AM

Yes we did!