Probably a silly idea, relay of a Krusty icon cross country by 914 |
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Probably a silly idea, relay of a Krusty icon cross country by 914 |
worn |
Jul 1 2015, 01:49 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,163 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
OK, I have these inspirations that often aren't. Well actually, usually aren't.
My thought is that we could do a loop of the continent by passing a memorial of some sort to the late Capn Krusty (and other passed list members) like a baton from 914 driven to 914 driven to 914. Not sure about how closely packed we are in some places. In So Cal and Seattle you could probably just roll down your windows and pass from car to car. In Montana and Texas the ground stretches a bit longer. Nor am I sure this is a great idea rather than just letting the memories linger as they will. And of course it leaves out any 914 on jack stands except as a possible intermediary host. Excuse me while I duck behind the sofa of shielding while you let me know. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hide.gif) -Warren |
worn |
Jul 1 2015, 01:51 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,163 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I should have added that I know that this is sandbox by nature, but then it isn't.
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Chris H. |
Jul 1 2015, 02:00 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,032 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Not too silly..could turn out to be the "weird thing we all do" and it would be a nice remembrance of John. There's something out there for kids called "Flat Stanley". They give it to people and the challenge is to get pictures taken in the coolest or most interesting places, or with interesting people. You could also do the coast to coast thing with one. Is that what you're going for? Do you want just one or can there be dozens made from one template?
Flat Stanley If this is your vision someone needs to make a "Flat Cap'n Krusty" icon of some kind! BTW The "flat" part references the fact that it's a piece of paper so that the character can be mailed to people in a standard envelope. |
worn |
Jul 1 2015, 02:12 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,163 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I should have added that I know that this is sandbox by nature, but then it isn't. I was thinking maybe we could get a solid version of the avatar, with a photograph, but we would also be willing to add names of less celebrated teeners who led no less celebrated lives. As requested. The basic idea would be not so much to record the adventures of the object, although photos would be nice, but actually have us meet people we do not know By driving our 914s to meet them in their 914s. And make a circle home. This is a bit like Stanley, and a bit different in that it isn't entirely governed by chance and circumstance, and is a little bit more oriented towards the participants. |
Eddie914 |
Jul 1 2015, 02:16 PM
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... nice bottle of a favorite refreshment. Everyone along the way toast to John and take a small sip?
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Chris H. |
Jul 1 2015, 02:16 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,032 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
So like...the goal is the opposite of Stanley but using that type of "vessel". Sounds cool.
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Big Len |
Jul 1 2015, 04:17 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,747 Joined: 16-July 13 From: Edgewood, New Mexico Member No.: 16,126 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Now this is a great idea.
Perhaps John's wife could provide something that he cherished? |
Mblizzard |
Jul 1 2015, 04:37 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,033 Joined: 28-January 13 From: Knoxville Tn Member No.: 15,438 Region Association: South East States |
I have no way to implement this but I thought maybe we could ask for donations to establish a scholarship to a mechanic school in his name. Would be a lot of work but it might be something that went on for years.
I would be in on the relay. |
markb |
Jul 1 2015, 05:32 PM
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914less :( Group: Members Posts: 5,449 Joined: 22-January 03 From: Nipomo, CA Member No.: 180 Region Association: Central California |
I've been thinking about this, and I really don't know of anything that everyone would recognize as John's. I did think maybe just have something made that looks like his hat. Or maybe t-shits with the outline of it. Or something......
Now this is a great idea. Perhaps John's wife could provide something that he cherished? |
worn |
Jul 1 2015, 06:17 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,163 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I've been thinking about this, and I really don't know of anything that everyone would recognize as John's. I did think maybe just have something made that looks like his hat. Or maybe t-shits with the outline of it. Or something...... Now this is a great idea. Perhaps John's wife could provide something that he cherished? Well, since my original post I was thinking of a combination of that killer avatar he had with a part of high high quality that has run its last mile. Maybe a scored nikcasil cylinder or a ruined alu s type caliper. Something recognizably great. As for the toasting idea, it would take a case, which I am willing to buy. With all of that said, the idea is teener driving to teener, with a meeting and a handoff. I pledge one rescue effort if the thing gets stalled somewhere. After that much, well I have 2 914s to care for. Thanks for being kind folks. |
Elliot Cannon |
Jul 1 2015, 06:18 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
This is the closest thing I could find. Not quite the same. Maybe a small pic somewhere on the 914 world with RIP Capn' ?
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theleschyouknow |
Jul 1 2015, 07:25 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 523 Joined: 4-June 13 From: Texas Member No.: 15,967 Region Association: None |
I have no way to implement this but I thought maybe we could ask for donations to establish a scholarship to a mechanic school in his name. Would be a lot of work but it might be something that went on for years. I would be in on the relay. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I would be in for something along these lines seems a fitting tribute/honor logistics would be a bitch I would be in for the relay as well as for the memento or "baton" -not being a welder/fabricator I imagine a simple silhouette of his avatar's iconic hat cut out of sheet metal (maybe from a 914?)'boxed' out maybe a couple few inches & painted/powdered/plated might not be too difficult it's easy to volunteer others' time and skills but I'd be willing to help with expenses on this (or any) such project I haven't been around here as long as most and never met John but as I said in the RIP thread his death hit me more than I would have imagined for someone I never met or had any personal interaction with and knew only through his public interactions/advice/chastisements with/for/of others he and his family remain in my thoughts in prayers |
PanelBilly |
Jul 1 2015, 07:31 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,817 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
How about a Krusty mug that we could pass around and take turns toasting the mug in a photograph? Not drinking out of the mug ( I don't know where your mouth has been) but just clinking the glass with your choice of brew. A mug heavy enough to take a beating In a size that would fit in a flat rate box for shipment. I have a friend who does glass engraving.
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914Next |
Jul 1 2015, 08:20 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 699 Joined: 28-July 14 From: Ephraim Wisconsin Member No.: 17,695 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I didn't know the Capt'n but I was exposed to his unique style and commitment to the World and have learned just how much he meant to the members. What if we combine a few of the good ideas here. Literally use the of passing of the hat around the 914World, one city to the next. In some cities where there are a number of World members, people can meet for a drink to toast the Capt'n and contribute to the hat. Each of us would have an opportunity to add financially to the money in the Captn's hat. When the tribute is complete....the funds go to the scholarship previously mentioned to honor John.
Its involved and would be some work....but sounds like many on here think John might just be deserving of that type of tribute. |
Shadowfax |
Jul 1 2015, 08:48 PM
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Show us the meaning of haste Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 19-January 15 Member No.: 18,340 Region Association: South East States |
I'm in for the relay if it makes its way to Louisiana or the scholarship or whatever as a memorial. Not a silly idea at all, Warren.
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914_teener |
Jul 1 2015, 08:53 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,205 Joined: 31-August 08 From: So. Cal Member No.: 9,489 Region Association: Southern California |
I think it should start at Rusnak where he started and go East from there....that.s on R66.
Great idea. |
mbseto |
Jul 2 2015, 07:21 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,253 Joined: 6-August 14 From: Cincy Member No.: 17,743 Region Association: North East States |
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EdwardBlume |
Jul 2 2015, 08:16 AM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California |
I think some tribute would be in order.
Ideas: 1) re-badge an event in his honor- ie the West Coast Classic becomes the Krusty Coast Classic. 2) have an annual day where regions get together for a technical sharing of 914 knowledge and enthusiasm, call it the Annual Krusty Car Collaboration. 3) build a car collectively as a club, tribute drive it across the U.S. and Europe, auction it off for charity. 4) Get your own car off of jackstands and drive it! |
6freak |
Jul 2 2015, 03:12 PM
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MR.C Group: Members Posts: 4,740 Joined: 19-March 08 From: Tacoma WA Member No.: 8,829 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I never meet the man but Ill help where i can ! ... Nords Breakfast with Krustys memorabilia attending,Canada can take it from Artist point or vs versa
MikeC |
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Jul 2 2015, 03:50 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,508 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California |
The only contribution that I have time for would be a $$$ contribution. This man saved me time and money and I would contribute thru something of this sort. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
http://www.giveforward.com/p/q/cancer-fund...CFRdsfgodpvUHPg |
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