I *may* have access to a cabin at munds park (just south of Flag), sleeps a bunk of folks. Just a mile or so off the freeway.

The schedule:

Tuesday the 19th: Travelers will be hosted as my house and treated to beer and grilled food.

Wednesday the 20th: Depart ABQ for Vegas. Lunch in Flagstaff around 1pm and hopefully join up with the AZ crowd. Finish the day in Vegas for a night of fun. Join the NE crowd in Vegas.

Thursday the 21st: Depart Vegas for Camarillo.

If all goes well, we arrive in Camarillo 24 hours early for some relaxation and maybe a Friday drive. If all doesn't go well, we have that 24 hours to deal with break downs.

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Mar 13 2005, 12:59 AM)

Rich ? Any word from the boss on what your plans are going to be? When will you land in Vegas? When do you want to leave for California (Thurs or Fri)? Which hotel do you plan to stay at?

I've been unusually quite about my travel plans. I've been trying work around several problems that arose in the past several months. My job is consuming my life, I have a new manager, we had several unexpected bills arrive, etc. The final issue ended my travel plans.
Everyone is healthy and there are no personal issues to worry about, just stuff happening with the kids and their friends. My oldest son's girl friend just turned 18. she is still in high school, graduating this year and signed up for collage with my son. She's a good kid with no issues. She is a ward of the state. The home she was living in for the last 3-4- years gave her the boot on her birthday.
She had no place to go. Sandy and I had many moral discussions about her moving in with us. We didn't want the kids to be forced into more of a relationship than they are ready for.
After watching this sick and demented thing unfold over the last 3 weeks I finally had to step in. Here's a kid that should be concentrating on finishing school and getting ready for a graduation and she out trying to sign up for welfare, and get on a low income list for a slum apartment! WTF is wrong with a family that will do that to a child! I'm sick and heart broken for her. We are now moving her into our home.
We spent last evening shopping for bedroom furniture, buying pink paint, and moving my sons computer stuff out of the spare room. As much as I love and trust my kids they are still kids. So were going to have a period of adjustment and I just can't walk away from that now. I want them to understand they need to have personal time and just because they are in the same house they are not stuck together. I hope they are able to put this behind them and move tword their lifes goals.

This club is made up of real people as is our family. Growing up I never had a real family. So I know you will all understand When I put the family I have now first. When things settle in here Sandy and I will hop in the Alien and fly out to see you all!

Thanks for letting me vent.

You sir, have my utmost respect as a father and as a human being. My prayers will include you and your family. You have done the right thing.

We've had the privilege of having our son-in-law and daughter-in-law live with us in our home in a similar fashion. They didn't live with our kids, they just all lived at the same house. Even so, there are pressures and strains involved in sorting out the relationships that can make it more challenging than when the living arrangement is separate.

You and your family will continue in my prayers as you work through this. I believe you will never regret making this kind of investment in that young lady's life. The fact that you won't be able to make the caravan and WCC is disappointing, but there will be other opportunities.

The invitation for lunch, breakfast, whatever in Flagstaff is always open whenever you "fly out here" in the Alien.

I can relate Rick. It's good to know there are people like you that still "do the right thing" despite the hardship placed on them. Have one on me man.

i sure hope you two can make it rich. there's a month left. lots of time left. hertz is supposed to have new mustangs for rental now. TRACK DAY!!!!

k

Rich - we all support you 100% in whatever decision you make. We don't know all the details, but I am confident you are making the right choice. Helping family and friends are what make this Club so great.

You will be missed greatly. The WCC will not be the same without you.
Rest assured you will be here in spirt if not in person.

The time is getting close.

Rich is out. Joe and Scott are in.

Everybody please check in if you are planning to join the caravan.

Are we still leaving Vegas on Thursday?
Party on Wednesday night?

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 4 2005, 11:11 PM)

Are we still leaving Vegas on Thursday? Party on Wednesday night?

Yes, we are still leaving Vegas on Thursday. I'm looking forward to arriving 24h early and being able to relax.

I just got off the phone with Scott. He may be at my house early to (gulp) paint his car in 24 hours! We'll see.

John, would you happen to have some garage space for RS while we're in Vegas?

QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 4 2005, 10:16 PM)

John, would you happen to have some garage space for RS while we're in Vegas?

LOL. I don't even have garage space for Elvira and all her sisters at my house.
Where are you staying? If you throw a few bucks to the valet guys they will treat you well. I can ask Carl and you could probably park your car at his shop. (If you don't mind being around a few 928's, 911's, Turbos, a 904 and a few more of Zuffenhausens finest) The shop is only 2 miles from The Strip.

We'll be staying here in Vegas:

http://www3.choicehotels.com/ires/en-US/ht...4&depart_day=21

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 4 2005, 11:30 PM)

QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 4 2005, 10:16 PM) John, would you happen to have some garage space for RS while we're in Vegas? LOL. I don't even have garage space for Elvira and all her sisters at my house. Where are you staying? If you throw a few bucks to the valet guys they will treat you well. I can ask Carl and you could probably park your car at his shop. (If you don't mind being around a few 928's, 911's, Turbos, a 904 and a few more of Zuffenhausens finest) The shop is only 2 miles from The Strip.

I'm not going to valet the RS.

If I can get into Carl's shop, I would appreciate it. Would you check for me?

As fate and fortune would have it, I'm out this year.

Fate being rains throughout winter break and fortune being what I spent to keep the daily beater truck trucking.

I'm up for food and festivities though.

PS. no garage space here either.

QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 5 2005, 10:50 AM)

If I can get into Carl's shop, I would appreciate it.  Would you check for me?

I will check with them tomorrow and let you know.
What exact dates and times for drop off and pick up?
The address is 3043 Meade Ave. (702) 876-7982.
They are the red star on the map. Your hotel is the

From your hotel you are walking distance to the Hard Rock Casino and the Hofbrauhaus. You will also be less than 2 miles from the Monte Carlo Casino (they have a brew pub your buddy might want to visit).

QUOTE

As fate and fortune would have it, I'm out this year.

That sucks Chris.
Watch this thread for details on

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 6 2005, 09:45 PM)

What exact dates and times for drop off and pick up?

Best guess right now:

Arrive in Vegas around 6pm on Wednesday the 20th and depart around 9am on the 21st.

Thanks for checking for me, John. I'll be able to relax and have some fun if the RS in safe inside.

So what time on the 20th is the gang planning to be in Flagstaff for lunch? I've lost track - how many people are there? What kind of lunch are you wanting to do? I can see what arrangements I can make.

QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 4 2005, 10:16 PM)

I just got off the phone with Scott. He may be at my house early to (gulp) paint his car in 24 hours! We'll see.

no money to spare with gas costs so no paint unless it say house paint on it.

BTW vegas racer what is the cheapest hotel that is somewhat safe in vegas

signed poor man coming to the wcc

QUOTE (ErnieDV @ Apr 6 2005, 10:03 PM)

So what time on the 20th is the gang planning to be in Flagstaff for lunch? I've lost track - how many people are there? What kind of lunch are you wanting to do? I can see what arrangements I can make.

Right now I'm thinking 3 or 4 from PHX, 6 with me from ABQ and BWI and who ever comes from Flagstaff.

So what? Maybe 12?

Lunch at a cool downtown venue close to I-40 would be perfect.

QUOTE (scott thacher @ Apr 6 2005, 09:08 PM)

BTW vegas racer what is the cheapest hotel that is somewhat safe in vegas

I just did a quick search on the Internet. There were a couple of places downtown on Freemont street in the $45 range. Two better options were the Fiesta on Rancho Road or the Palace Station on Sahara for about $10 more. If you want cheap and safe, the Primadona Casino or Buffalo Bills 40 miles outside of town on the Calif state line were both under $30. Motel 6 and the like were all $80 - $100 in Vegas.

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 6 2005, 08:45 PM)

QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 5 2005, 10:50 AM) If I can get into Carl's shop, I would appreciate it.  Would you check for me? I will check with them tomorrow and let you know.

Joe - I talked with the guys at the shop today.
Your YPOH has a confirmed reservation at Carls Place while you are in Vegas.

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 7 2005, 09:45 PM)

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 6 2005, 08:45 PM) QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 5 2005, 10:50 AM) If I can get into Carl's shop, I would appreciate it.  Would you check for me? I will check with them tomorrow and let you know. Joe - I talked with the guys at the shop today. Your YPOH has a confirmed reservation at Carls Place while you are in Vegas.

John, I can't thank you enough. I'll be able to relax and have some fun.

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 8 2005, 10:33 PM)

DO IT !!!!

QUOTE (VegasRacer @ Apr 8 2005, 10:34 PM)

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 8 2005, 10:33 PM) DO IT !!!!

I'M BACK!

Anyone gonna be left in Vegas On Thursday?

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 11 2005, 08:27 PM)

I'M BACK! Anyone gonna be left in Vegas On Thursday?

That's what I'm talking about!

Will you need a ride?

Nope. Flying in with the Mother Ship.

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 11 2005, 08:48 PM)

Nope. Flying in with the Mother Ship.

I have a feeling you're about to screw up the departure schedule, because I don't think we're leaving Vegas without you.

Give me some details.

We here we go.... I'm taking some chances with the kids. My oldest is 18, His GF lives here now, My youngest is 15, he likes to jump out of windows and do crazy things like that.... I'm not too happy about that Their staying home. School, jobs, and music are keeping them here.

Sandy is flying out to meet me. I need to pick her up in L.A. on Friday. She is flying out from Vegas the following Wednesday.

I just posted a request for two weeks off. I'm absolutely swamped here with work. I work out of my house. My manager is 180 miles away in an office. (sux to be him ) I have my new manager coming to spend the day with me Wednesday. That should be interesting. There is no way I can quit early any day this week to work on the car. That means come friday night it's Asses and elbo's to get it ready to go.

The car is still on jack stands in the garage. It's still damaged from the driveway incident last summer. I need to get and install a new regulator in my bosch alternator, New Optima is in the garage, (not in the car yet) I need to repair and paint my trunk lid and rear lock panel before loading it on the trailer. I'm driving out by myself.

I figure I can make Denver before I need a nap. With the work I have ahead of me I won't be able to get to Vegas before Thursday. So if anyone is left in town I'd like to Caravan the rest of the way with ya.

And I think I have a lot to do...

What can I say. Get to Vegas as soon as you can. I can't speak for anyone else, but I will wait. I would really like to be in Camarillo befor dark on Thursday, but I'm not leaving Vegas until you arrive.

If I leave here by monday I should be in Vegas wednesday night sometime. I'd like to leave Vegas by noon on Thursday. I'll get there as soon as I can.

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 11 2005, 09:52 PM)

If I leave here by monday I should be in Vegas wednesday night sometime. I'd like to leave Vegas by noon on Thursday. I'll get there as soon as I can.

Perfect.

You roll with us (or is it us with you?).

Make it Wednesday night for some proper

Rick, I think Bruce (gwn7) is arriving LAX on Friday and renting a car. Not that I would trust him with my wife, but

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 11 2005, 10:52 PM)

If I leave here by monday I should be in Vegas wednesday night sometime. I'd like to leave Vegas by noon on Thursday. I'll get there as soon as I can.

PM for ya Rick. If you get here on Tuesday night, I got a rack for ya. And it's ony 10-11 hours to Vegas from here. You might even get here the same time Rusty and Pam arrive on their way back to Kansas. I'm off work Tuesday and Wednesday next week also so you couldn't have timed that better.

And I won't accept any form of "no" for an answer.

QUOTE (Gint @ Apr 11 2005, 09:09 PM)

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 11 2005, 10:52 PM) If I leave here by monday I should be in Vegas wednesday night sometime. I'd like to leave Vegas by noon on Thursday. I'll get there as soon as I can. PM for ya Rick. If you get here on Tuesday night, I got a rack for ya. And it's ony 10-11 hours to Vegas from here. You might even get here the same time Rusty and Pam arrive on their way back to Kansas. I'm off work Tuesday and Wednesday next week also so you couldn't have timed that better. And I won't accept any form of "no" for an answer.

Cool, pm back at ya! This is a bonus!

QUOTE (914RS @ Apr 11 2005, 08:56 PM)

QUOTE (rick 918-S @ Apr 11 2005, 09:52 PM) If I leave here by monday I should be in Vegas wednesday night sometime. I'd like to leave Vegas by noon on Thursday. I'll get there as soon as I can. Perfect. You roll with us (or is it us with you?). Make it Wednesday night for some proper

OH YEA !!!!

This is gonna be GREAT!

BTW - If anybody is reading this thread who is not comming to the WCC . . . . .










. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .YOU SUCK !

( just a friendly reminder that you will be missing THE 914 event of the year)

I encourage all that are on the fence to go back and read the posts and view the photos from last year. There all together at one click of the mouse. I've overcome some huge obsticles again this year. (with the help of some dear friends, you know who you are) You can do it too. There are 24 hours in a day people. And it's only money, you'll make more.

Rick,
My wife and I are also flying into LAX around noon on Thursday on Airtran -
We are not certain where we will be staying at this point Thursday night, but let us know if we can help -

Thom

QUOTE (dakotaewing @ Apr 12 2005, 06:45 PM)

Rick, My wife and I are also flying into LAX around noon on Thursday on Airtran - We are not certain where we will be staying at this point Thursday night, but let us know if we can help - Thom

Thanks Thom,

I pm'ed Bruce. (gwn7) He's flying in on Friday at 4:00pm. Sandy is landing at 4:45. He should have his luggage and rental car by then. I'll have all her bags with me so no wait for her to get her bags off the plane. This is going to be great!

I've started a separate topic to figure things out for lunch on 4/20 in Flagstaff. Please check it out and respond so I can make appropriate arrangements.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=...=ST&f=2&t=29217

Well, Looks like I'm driving the Alien out this time. Oldest son was driving the Mother Ship tonight and the pinion gear somehow just broke all by it's self. Imagine that... 9000 miles on the odometer. Ya right........ So considering it's friday and I have to leave by sunday night or cancel, I guess I'm driving out.

Wish me luck. How long does it take to get AAA?

I'm really depressed

On a lighter note. I started the Alien up for the first time since last fall. It ran Great!

For the real early birds, are we still trying for a casual Thurs night dinner?

Directions for lunch in Flagstaff on Wednesday have been posted to
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=...=ST&f=2&t=29217

See ya there!

I'm just enjoying a moment by myself in the garage before we depart.

One hour to go.

Bring it on guys. I'm waiting for you.

Joe O'Brien and Liz (his passenger) left Flagstaff just after 1 p.m. headed for Las Vegas. We had a hurried, but nice lunch together. Joe is sweating making it to Las Vegas in time for getting the car into the shop.

There was some sort of mixup with the departure of the caravan from Albuquerque this morning so the Suburban with Scott Thacher's teener on the trailer were probably about an hour behind Joe & Liz. Scotts's Subaru/914 is still doing just fine, it's just on the trailer because there was no point in driving the Suburban and the teener.

Joe's 914RS is also doing well. Cruized along nicely at 75 and not a single problem.

It's too bad that lunch ended up being such a small crowd, but there's still an opportunity when the gang head's back East again. Just let me know!

Here's a pic of Joe & Liz as they were about to leave Flagstaff.

AAAAAOOOOOOUUUUUUUU!!!!!!!!!!
Joe

Anyone heard from Waldo? (rick)