A closer reading of the QA1 post seems to indicate that the participants (QA1) wont be arriving at the Fairgrounds until after 9:15am...the hours for their "party" indicate 7 to 9:15. so the Dawn Patrol is still necessary to have cars in our spot and set up early as possible.
67ss said
Jul 13, 2012
Found out today my buddy with the yellow 66 got accepted into the real street eliminator competition. Will be cool to see how he does. Though I don't know if him or his kid has the driving skills to be any good at it.
bowtie said
Jul 13, 2012
I think Justin (the son) would do better. He's got the idea and practice of performance driving down better than George, though George would drive it like he stole it. Unfortunately, I think he would overpower and overdrive the course.
Derek69SS said
Jul 13, 2012
What do they have for tires and suspension? I can help them out with car setup and adjustments on Saturday and Sunday if they've never done it before.
I'll even offer to drive, because I'm such a nice guy.
67ss said
Jul 13, 2012
Derek69SS wrote:
What do they have for tires and suspension? I can help them out with car setup and adjustments on Saturday and Sunday if they've never done it before.
I'll even offer to drive, because I'm such a nice guy.
I know they did some tubular upper and lowers on the front with coil over shocks. The rear I think is stock maybe it has boxed control arms but I don't know for sure. It has some 17 or 18 inch tires but again I don't know the brand. I am sure they would appreciate help as I know they have never done anything like this before. I can talk with him and try and get some more specs on there setup.
Derek69SS said
Jul 13, 2012
If they REALLY want to drive it well, the Mn Autosports Club is having their autocross "Novice School" this weekend... it's a 2-day school with classroom Saturday and driving with instructors Sunday. Registration is closed, but they didn't fill it up, so I'll see if they're allowing any walk-up registrations.
They'd have to attend both days if they're doing it though.
Not sure if anyone is doing a head count for car spots on Friday? I plan to come in the morning and park with the club if space is avaliable. Pre 10:30 as I know you can no longer save spots then. No dawn patrol for me.
SShink said
Jul 17, 2012
seagrams72 wrote:
Not sure if anyone is doing a head count for car spots on Friday? I plan to come in the morning and park with the club if space is avaliable. Pre 10:30 as I know you can no longer save spots then. No dawn patrol for me.
Actually, the closer to 8 a.m. the better as spots fill up quick within the NCC roped off area.
I feel like I will be late rolling in at 9:30 with the QA 1 group. Hopefully the club guys parking cars will leave a few open spots for those of us in the cruise-in.
-- Edited by SShink on Tuesday 17th of July 2012 08:17:29 AM
SShink said
Jul 17, 2012
New Update from QA1.... I emailed them last night since I hadn't received event instructions/cruise route yet, and here is the reply that the info will go out on Wed.:
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 8:06 AM
Hi Stan!
The email with all the information you’ll need will go out tomorrow. Your name is definitely on the list so look for the email tomorrow!
Thanks for getting in touch with me, can’t wait to see you on Friday!
Megan Wolf
OscarZ said
Jul 17, 2012
I will be there Friday with my nephew, Saturday with Shannan (as of last night anyway...always subject to change ) and undecided about Sunday. Will be driving my F*** as the Chevelle is still needing to get deeper into CAC, and then out of CAC, before coming out of hibernation.
Scott Parkhurst said
Jul 17, 2012
The wagon is back on the road and running sweet as ever. No leaks or steam, so that's nice. See you guys on Friday!
SShink said
Jul 17, 2012
Scott Parkhurst wrote:
The wagon is back on the road and running sweet as ever. No leaks or steam, so that's nice. See you guys on Friday!
Excellent!
Are you going to QA1 Friday for the cruise-in to the fair grounds?
How about Real Street Eliminator competition this year?
dashboard said
Jul 18, 2012
We will be in Iowa Friday thru Sunday, you folks have a great time and don't forget the sun screen.
SShink said
Jul 18, 2012
dashboard wrote:
We will be in Iowa Friday thru Sunday, you folks have a great time and don't forget the sun screen.
Now how is "inappropriate Barbie''s twin sister supposed to find her at Car Craft if the Elky pole isn't there!
OscarZ said
Jul 18, 2012
Are the local LEO's wondering whatever happened to that silver and black El Camino that used to terrorize the neighborhood?
-- Edited by OscarZ on Wednesday 18th of July 2012 01:49:48 PM
dashboard said
Jul 18, 2012
If you see her sister avoid her, she is a hot, hot headed red head. She is not to be trusted and may have even changed her hair color in an effort to avoid the police; yep she's a bad one.
OscarZ said
Jul 18, 2012
You can't fault her for a color change...even the Elky had one of those! Was it for the same reason?
dashboard said
Jul 18, 2012
OscarZ wrote:
You can't fault her for a color change...even the Elky had one of those! Was it for the same reason?
Scott Parkhurst said
Jul 18, 2012
I didn't pre-resister, so can't do QA1.
I can't run in the RSE competition again, since I won last year.
So, I'm just gonna chill and help a couple pals that are competing in RSE, and hang with you guys...
See ya Friday!
~S~
bowtie said
Jul 19, 2012
Is Eric doing RSE?
Derek69SS said
Jul 19, 2012
Eric? Is that the guy with the blue Camaro?
-- Edited by Derek69SS on Thursday 19th of July 2012 07:32:10 PM
Scott Parkhurst said
Jul 19, 2012
He's planning on it, yes! So is Nate...have you met Nate yet? He's over 700 rear-wheel horses so far in his dark green LS/turbo '71 Nova that also competed last year. It should be fun to watch these guys go at it!
John D said
Jul 20, 2012
All systems are a "Go"... we're in our usual spot.
Thank you Ian, Craig, Jon H, Mike S, and a new member (who I've forgotten his name) for helping set up the cones & ropes!!
Going to clean up and get to bed... Dawn Patrol is calling in 7 hours.
Chris R said
Jul 20, 2012
I talked to Jamie tonight. He says Chuck will be at Car Craft on Friday and Saturday and needs a place to park his bike.
Scott Parkhurst said
Jul 20, 2012
Derek69SS wrote:
Eric? Is that the guy with the blue Camaro?
-- Edited by Derek69SS on Thursday 19th of July 2012 07:32:10 PM
That's him! He's had it to one event since finishing it. Not much track time or seat time...but it's got all the good stuff under it.
SShink said
Jul 22, 2012
I know CC isn't over yet... but I won't be there tomorrow due to a business trip. So, I wanted to thank everyone for working hard on CC this year, and the great turnout today including Chuck Hanson sitting in with us for awhile!
Shout outs go to:
John D., Craig S., and Jon H. for roping off 'Chevelle Row' again this year on Thursday
The 'Dawn Patrol' for setting everthing up Friday morning, including John D. and Chad for setting up the pop ups this morning in the rain
Chad for picking up the donuts this a.m., and coordinating the delivery of Jimmy John's to the fairgrounds for lunch today
Bryan for getting the 'Chevelle Row' signs & NCC Show flyers in time for CC
And I'm sure others that helped that I didn't mention or were aware of, but as always a great effort by many club members!
We talked to a lot of potential members today, and signed up one member.
I'm sure there will be more fun tomorrow, but I wanted to make sure I got this out there before I left.
Thanks everyone for another fun time at Car Craft!
Jon H said
Jul 22, 2012
I agree with Stan, I got out there late today and left early. THANK YOU! everyone for getting the parking and club area up and running for those of us late comers. No names needed, you know who you are.
chevelle said
Jul 22, 2012
Thanks to all. As a new member and someone who was attending CarCraft for the first time, it was good finally get out there to see the show, even as a walker. Hopefully my 71 and my schedule will allow for a higher level of participation next year. good to visit with you all
OscarZ said
Jul 23, 2012
A big thank you to John "Dawn Patrol" Delke and all who assisted him with the morning set up and the evening take down on the various days.
John D said
Jul 23, 2012
It's my turn to thank everyone for all the help, your participation, and the way EVERYONE represented the Northstar Chevelle Club the last three days.
We really demonstrated to our guests & visitors what the Northstar Chevelle Club is all about.
frank said
Jul 23, 2012
proud moment for the club for sure. you or we have come a long way since the first year i seen you there. can't wait to see pictures.
rgoble said
Jul 26, 2012
Speaking of proud moments. I apologize in advance for braging but I can't help myself. Our Chevelle was awarded Best in Show Chevrolet on Saturday at Car Craft. To be clear, there were a lot of Chevrolets (including many in the club) at the show that I would consider better than ours. I'm just stoked that it was worthy of consideration and it was a thrill to share that moment with my twin brother who built the car.
Again, forgive me for bragging!
-- Edited by rgoble on Thursday 26th of July 2012 05:55:49 PM
Don't feel bad about bragging a little, I'd be doing it too. :D
Tim H said
Jul 27, 2012
Best in show that's fantastic. I haven't seen your car in person but it looks awesome in the pictures I have seen,
Congratulations! It's a honor worth bragging about.
John D said
Jul 27, 2012
Wow!!
That's two consecutive years that Northstar Chevelle Club members have taken home the Gold for "Best in Show Chevrolet"!!
Congratulations!
Lost in the 60s said
Jul 27, 2012
Um, Rick, if it was me that won, the font would be so big the initial post would take up one whole page.
Congrats to you AND your brother, for a superb achievement.
Chris R said
Jul 27, 2012
There was even a team chevelle member from Wisconsin that was saying your convert was his favorite at the entire show.
Copied and pasted from Team Chevelle Car Craft post.
My favorite car from that entire show belonged to a Northstar member, I think his name may have been Dan Goble? Not 100% sure on that, gorgeous malibu convertible withair ride on it, I couldnt stop looking at it and wishing it were mine. Of all the gorgeous high end rides there, the basic small block powered Malibu convertible was the one for me, I love that car. Jeff
John D said
Jul 27, 2012
The website is now updated with Car Craft 2012 pics, and kudo's to Rick!
rgoble said
Jul 27, 2012
Thanks for all the kind words gentleman!
OscarZ said
Jul 27, 2012
Congrats Rick!
SShink said
Jul 27, 2012
Congrats Rick! It's well deserved as that's a gorgeous Malibu!
bowtie said
Jul 27, 2012
Congratulations! your car is certainly worth it.
Scott Parkhurst said
Jul 27, 2012
Congrats Rick!
Bowtieman427 said
Jul 27, 2012
Way to go Rick. Your car is awsome !!!!! :)
Chris R said
Aug 8, 2012
I un-stickied this. I wasnt sure if we still wanted it up on the top anymore since it was a few weeks ago now.
Found out today my buddy with the yellow 66 got accepted into the real street eliminator competition. Will be cool to see how he does. Though I don't know if him or his kid has the driving skills to be any good at it.
What do they have for tires and suspension?
I can help them out with car setup and adjustments on Saturday and Sunday if they've never done it before.
I'll even offer to drive, because I'm such a nice guy.
I know they did some tubular upper and lowers on the front with coil over shocks. The rear I think is stock maybe it has boxed control arms but I don't know for sure. It has some 17 or 18 inch tires but again I don't know the brand. I am sure they would appreciate help as I know they have never done anything like this before. I can talk with him and try and get some more specs on there setup.
If they REALLY want to drive it well, the Mn Autosports Club is having their autocross "Novice School" this weekend... it's a 2-day school with classroom Saturday and driving with instructors Sunday. Registration is closed, but they didn't fill it up, so I'll see if they're allowing any walk-up registrations.
They'd have to attend both days if they're doing it though.
http://www.mnautox.com/forums/content.php?296-Registration-now-open-for-Novice-Autocross-Driving-School
Derek check your PM's.
Actually, the closer to 8 a.m. the better as spots fill up quick within the NCC roped off area.
I feel like I will be late rolling in at 9:30 with the QA 1 group. Hopefully the club guys parking cars will leave a few open spots for those of us in the cruise-in.
-- Edited by SShink on Tuesday 17th of July 2012 08:17:29 AM
New Update from QA1.... I emailed them last night since I hadn't received event instructions/cruise route yet, and here is the reply that the info will go out on Wed.:
Hi Stan!
The email with all the information you’ll need will go out tomorrow. Your name is definitely on the list so look for the email tomorrow!
Thanks for getting in touch with me, can’t wait to see you on Friday!
Megan Wolf
I will be there Friday with my nephew, Saturday with Shannan (as of last night anyway...always subject to change
) and undecided about Sunday. Will be driving my F*** as the Chevelle is still needing to get deeper into CAC, and then out of CAC, before coming out of hibernation.
Excellent!
Are you going to QA1 Friday for the cruise-in to the fair grounds?
How about Real Street Eliminator competition this year?
Now how is "inappropriate Barbie''s twin sister supposed to find her at Car Craft if the Elky pole isn't there!
Are the local LEO's wondering whatever happened to that silver and black El Camino that used to terrorize the neighborhood?
-- Edited by OscarZ on Wednesday 18th of July 2012 01:49:48 PM
You can't fault her for a color change...even the Elky had one of those! Was it for the same reason?
I can't run in the RSE competition again, since I won last year.
So, I'm just gonna chill and help a couple pals that are competing in RSE, and hang with you guys...
See ya Friday!
~S~
Eric? Is that the guy with the blue Camaro?
-- Edited by Derek69SS on Thursday 19th of July 2012 07:32:10 PM
All systems are a "Go"... we're in our usual spot.
Thank you Ian, Craig, Jon H, Mike S, and a new member (who I've forgotten his name) for helping set up the cones & ropes!!
Going to clean up and get to bed... Dawn Patrol is calling in 7 hours.
I talked to Jamie tonight. He says Chuck will be at Car Craft on Friday and Saturday and needs a place to park his bike.
I know CC isn't over yet... but I won't be there tomorrow due to a business trip. So, I wanted to thank everyone for working hard on CC this year, and the great turnout today including Chuck Hanson sitting in with us for awhile!
Shout outs go to:
John D., Craig S., and Jon H. for roping off 'Chevelle Row' again this year on Thursday
The 'Dawn Patrol' for setting everthing up Friday morning, including John D. and Chad for setting up the pop ups this morning in the rain
Chad for picking up the donuts this a.m., and coordinating the delivery of Jimmy John's to the fairgrounds for lunch today
Bryan for getting the 'Chevelle Row' signs & NCC Show flyers in time for CC
And I'm sure others that helped that I didn't mention or were aware of, but as always a great effort by many club members!
We talked to a lot of potential members today, and signed up one member.
I'm sure there will be more fun tomorrow, but I wanted to make sure I got this out there before I left.
Thanks everyone for another fun time at Car Craft!
Hopefully my 71 and my schedule will allow for a higher level of participation next year.
good to visit with you all
A big thank you to John "Dawn Patrol" Delke and all who assisted him with the morning set up and the evening take down on the various days.
We really demonstrated to our guests & visitors what the Northstar Chevelle Club is all about.
Speaking of proud moments. I apologize in advance for braging but I can't help myself. Our Chevelle was awarded Best in Show Chevrolet on Saturday at Car Craft. To be clear, there were a lot of Chevrolets (including many in the club) at the show that I would consider better than ours. I'm just stoked that it was worthy of consideration and it was a thrill to share that moment with my twin brother who built the car.
Again, forgive me for bragging!
-- Edited by rgoble on Thursday 26th of July 2012 05:55:49 PM
Don't feel bad about bragging a little, I'd be doing it too. :D
Congratulations! It's a honor worth bragging about.
That's two consecutive years that Northstar Chevelle Club members have taken home the Gold for "Best in Show Chevrolet"!!
Congratulations!
Um, Rick, if it was me that won, the font would be so big the initial post would take up one whole page.
Congrats to you AND your brother, for a superb achievement.
There was even a team chevelle member from Wisconsin that was saying your convert was his favorite at the entire show.
Copied and pasted from Team Chevelle Car Craft post.
My favorite car from that entire show belonged to a Northstar member, I think his name may have been Dan Goble? Not 100% sure on that, gorgeous malibu convertible withair ride on it, I couldnt stop looking at it and wishing it were mine. Of all the gorgeous high end rides there, the basic small block powered Malibu convertible was the one for me, I love that car.
Jeff
Thanks for all the kind words gentleman!
Congrats Rick!
Congrats Rick! It's well deserved as that's a gorgeous Malibu!
I un-stickied this. I wasnt sure if we still wanted it up on the top anymore since it was a few weeks ago now.