 SOT: 914 Event Etiquette, and a couple of other questions... |
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| dbgriffith75 |
 Apr 2 2009, 02:43 PM
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TheGrif  Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 25-July 07 From: Iowa, USA Member No.: 7,945 Region Association: Upper MidWest  |
So I've been wanting to attend a 914 event since pretty much the time I signed up for the boards and found out they were going on. I'm not partial to any specific car show I just like going to them, and it would really be nice to be able to see some of your teeners in person. Problem is, so far the closest event I've seen is the upcoming Mid Engine Invasion-- wait, no, the one in Colorado, that'd be the closest one to me-- either way, obviously it's a road trip for me to get to one.
So I'm just curious about a couple of things- first of all, when is the next 914 Event after the Mid Engine Invasion and where? I'd really like to go to the Invasion, but I just can't make it. Second, would it be wrong, if say, a guy wanted to bring a teener with the intentions of selling some parts? I only ask because, since I couldn't finish my own resto, I've been parting it out to recover my expenses. It's not that I'd only go to an event just to sell parts- I am genuinely interested in going to one to have fun and meet some of you guys from the boards and do whatever the heck it is you guys do at an event. But if I have a cars worth of spare parts, and there's guys there interested in those parts, it can't hurt right? Plus said buyers would be saving on shipping costs. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Also, we'd be saving some teener parts from an almost certain death in the scrap yard. Just wanted to (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) around and see what you guys had to say about this. I doubt if I'd make a gathering on one of the coasts, but if there's some closer to the midwest in the up and coming months I'd really like to start planning to go. Thanks! |
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| ConeDodger |
Apr 2 2009, 02:59 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,588 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California 
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Speaking only for the WCR I would say there is no apparent etiquette. Lots of parts swapping going on. Saw bumpers backdated in the parking lot using a welder powered by a portable generator from an RV... No wife swapping but hey, you have to ask yourself, if they let Eric Shea attend these things what isn't allowed?
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| rick 918-S |
Apr 2 2009, 03:24 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,459 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region 
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Actually, a big part of the Hershey event IS the swap meet on Saturday.
I can't speak for everyone but I haven't ever seen anyone tell anyone else they were prohibited from doing whatever they felt like doing. And some of it wasn't legal. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) Do a search for "the Blue Meeny" or what ever that was. Some of the funniest stuff I ever read and nearly witnessed. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) |
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| VaccaRabite |
Apr 2 2009, 03:48 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,444 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Indeed. If you come to Hershey with the car, you have a good chance of leaving with money instead of the car. It is the PCA Hershey Swap Meet, we are just using the larger event as a spot for a get together.
I'm bringing parts to sell. Tons of other folks will be too. For other events (like the East Coast Cookout), it depends on what the host wants. Usually, the rule is don't bring any more parts then what would fit in a 914. But that rule is very loose, and often ignored all together. Zach |
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| SirAndy |
Apr 2 2009, 03:58 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,640 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
The rules for our events are pretty simple:
- No alcohol or other recreational drugs. - You can only attend if you have a running 914. - Strict dress code enforcement! No casual attire allowed. - Noise limit is 64 dB at all times. - No rolling around on the lawn or kicking the tops off the sprinklers at 2am! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) Andy |
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| PeeGreen 914 |
Apr 2 2009, 04:03 PM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Seems a little backwards (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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| VaccaRabite |
Apr 2 2009, 04:10 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,444 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
QUOTE(SirAndy @ Apr 2 2009, 04:58 PM)  The rules for our events are pretty simple: - No alcohol or other recreational drugs. - You can only attend if you have a running 914. - Strict dress code enforcement! No casual attire allowed. - Noise limit is 64 dB at all times. - No rolling around on the lawn or kicking the tops off the sprinklers at 2am! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) Andy And those are just the hippy left coast rules. when you come to a proper East Coast event we prefer that you be wearing Dinner Formal. And 914s aren't allowed. Proper Porsches only. If it your Porsche is more then 5 years old, we require it to be either a stock, immaculate 911 or 356. Our bouncers will stop you from the club house if you roll in with any of the lesser "Porsches". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smoke.gif) Zach |
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| r_towle |
Apr 2 2009, 04:43 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,574 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States
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QUOTE(SirAndy @ Apr 2 2009, 05:58 PM) The rules for our events are pretty simple: - No alcohol or other recreational drugs. - You can only attend if you have a running 914. - Strict dress code enforcement! No casual attire allowed. - Noise limit is 64 dB at all times. - No rolling around on the lawn or kicking the tops off the sprinklers at 2am! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) Andy I think Andy may have copied that from a 911 board... I will edit it for him. What we dont know wont bother us. Alcohol is part of that statement I will say...dont think we wont try to take your keys if your hammered. Cause we care. None of us have perfect 914's...many attend without a 914 We could give a rats ass what you dress like Noise limit is so loud you would need ear plugs The last one is an inside joke..but sets the stage. Rich |
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| JoeSharp |
Apr 2 2009, 05:02 PM
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In Irvine, Ca. May 15-18 Group: Members Posts: 3,947 Joined: 9-July 03 From: DeLand, Florida Member No.: 898 Region Association: South East States |
Why would you pay any attention to any of these guys????
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| ejm |
Apr 2 2009, 07:13 PM
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I can see the light at the end of the tunnel Group: Members Posts: 2,691 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 224 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(Joe Sharp @ Apr 2 2009, 07:02 PM) Why would you pay any attention to any of these guys???? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Only one rule... new guy brings the beer (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) |
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| Sleepin |
Apr 2 2009, 07:31 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,647 Joined: 20-November 07 From: Grand Junction, Co. Member No.: 8,357 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
There is a rule for the Colorado/Utah/Arizona events....new guy to the first event has to be "that guy" .....doing something exceptionally stupid while totally intoxicated is expected.
Selling 914 parts is less accepted than "donating" 914 parts....but accepted nonetheless. Most everyone will agree...the events have very little to do with the cars, and more to do with the people. |
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| dbgriffith75 |
Apr 3 2009, 04:58 AM
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TheGrif Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 25-July 07 From: Iowa, USA Member No.: 7,945 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Note: I'm trying to quote everybody with this reply....if you feel left out, please say so, and I will respond accordingly. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
COUNT....ME......IIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) Sounds like just my kind of gathering. Strict dress code, but no penalties for getting drunk beyond black out. I can pimp it in a pair of khaki's with a Tommy Pullmyfinger polo and Armani loafers. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) And I have absolutely no issues being "that guy." (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif) But cereal, I just didn't want to go to an event with everybody thinking I just showed up to pawn off my cheap, rusted, worthless old.... I mean good to excellent condition used parts. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I've had a lot of laughs with you guys over the boards; and a lot of you helped me to no end when I was working on my resto so it would just be nice to meet and hang out with you sometime. Thanks for the replies. I'll start putting some money back now and see when my next opportunity arises. Peesh. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) P.S. I can handle bringing a keg or two with me.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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| mojorisen914 |
Apr 3 2009, 08:03 AM
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Visit your local strip club Group: Members Posts: 695 Joined: 9-July 06 From: Denver Colorado Member No.: 6,403 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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| dflesburg |
Apr 3 2009, 09:18 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,720 Joined: 6-April 04 From: Warm and Cheerful Centerville Ohio Member No.: 1,896 Region Association: None |
Good Grief, more wine and cheeze.
Come to ohio, park by me and we can sit around in Metallica tee shirts and whine about not being respected and eat cheetos out of the bag... OVR is hosting a big event this year the same time as Parade at the US Air Force Museum in Dayton Ohio. Oct 1-4 http://escape.ovrpca.org/ There is also P2O near here in July. http://porsches2oxford.com/ |
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| dbgriffith75 |
Apr 3 2009, 01:02 PM
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TheGrif Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 25-July 07 From: Iowa, USA Member No.: 7,945 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
QUOTE(dflesburg @ Apr 3 2009, 10:18 AM) Good Grief, more wine and cheeze. Come to ohio, park by me and we can sit around in Metallica tee shirts and whine about not being respected and eat cheetos out of the bag... OVR is hosting a big event this year the same time as Parade at the US Air Force Museum in Dayton Ohio. Oct 1-4 http://escape.ovrpca.org/ There is also P2O near here in July. http://porsches2oxford.com/ Cheetos... out of the bag? O........M.........G! Somebody (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ar15.gif) he's one of them! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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| messix |
Apr 3 2009, 01:12 PM
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AKA "CLUTCH KILLER"! Group: Members Posts: 6,995 Joined: 14-April 05 From: between shit kickers and pinky lifters/ puget sound wa.north of Seattle south of Canada Member No.: 3,931 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
cars get "detailed" during the night by bare breasted and bare hiney fairyies.
oh and there is usaully a mid-night yoga class going on in the parking lot. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) |
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| SirAndy |
Apr 3 2009, 04:30 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,640 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
QUOTE(messix @ Apr 3 2009, 12:12 PM) cars get "detailed" during the night by bare breasted and bare hiney fairyies. oh and there is usually a mid-night yoga class going on in the parking lot. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) We kid you not ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)    |
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| dbgriffith75 |
Apr 4 2009, 04:29 PM
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TheGrif Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 25-July 07 From: Iowa, USA Member No.: 7,945 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
QUOTE(SirAndy @ Apr 3 2009, 05:30 PM) QUOTE(messix @ Apr 3 2009, 12:12 PM) cars get "detailed" during the night by bare breasted and bare hiney fairyies. oh and there is usually a mid-night yoga class going on in the parking lot. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) We kid you not ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) N-I-C-E! I wonder what else they'd be willing to press their chests up against.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
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