See the post in the member's section for all the juicy details for our September meeting.
FYI...........the car or motorcycle club with the most participants wins a special prize. This year, we're giving away an easy up tent courtesy of Norm's Tire Sales! How many members can we get there???
bowtie said
Sep 20, 2014
Can I get a headcount of who's going?
I would like to bring the Chevelle Row signs, but if there's only 2 guys, I'll save the space.
FYI, you can also do just the show portion if that works better. Show starts at 2.
SShink said
Sep 20, 2014
Tina and I will be there for both cruise and show.
Jon H said
Sep 21, 2014
+2
67ss said
Sep 21, 2014
I'll be there.
John D said
Sep 21, 2014
+2
Chris S said
Sep 21, 2014
I am planning on going.
bowtie said
Sep 22, 2014
Here's a preview of what's available:
2014 Silent Auction/Bucket Raffle Guide
One of a kind items: 101) Private museum tour and flight in T-6 airplane - Fagen Fighters WWII Museum 102) Custom shop stool - Upholstery by Stichbitch 103) Ford tailgate bench - Russ Hanes 104) Tug boat cruise
Artwork: 201) 5ft x 7ft USA map made from license plates on flag background - Dirk Gunder 202) 3ft x 5ft USA map made from license plates on flag background – Dirk Gunder 203) Eagle print in custom wood frame - Jan Scheunemann Ruzichka 204) 3 Framed Pin-up prints - www.racecarrevolution.com 205) 20+ custom license plate signs - Bryan Flattem & Enterprise Car Sales 206) 9 Custom painted license plates – Friendly Chevrolet Body Shop 207) Patriotic puzzle in custom frame – Gail Whittet 208) Custom abstract beer art – www.paintaddict.com
Sports items: 301) 1 pair Gopher Men's Hockey Tickets/parking pass, Feb 14th vs. Michigan - Jenni 'Bowe' Hovde 302) 1 pair of MN Wild tickets/parking passes, Nov 13th vs. Buffalo Sabres - G&K Uniforms 303) Signed Paul Molitor baseball - Paul Molitor 304) Signed Kevin Love T-wolves jersey - Paul Molitor 305) Timberwolves shirt, bobblehead and mini b-ball - Fastbreak Foundation 306) 4 rounds of golf - Majestic Oaks Golf Club 307) 2 rounds of golf - Thumper Pond Golf Course 308) Golf Foursome at Evergreen Course – Baker National Golf Course 309) 2 rounds of golf w/ cart on championship course – Inver Wood Golf Course 310) Signed MN Vikings photo – Minnesota Vikings 311) Signed MN Wild photo, cooler, hat and foam puck – Minnesota Wild 312) 2 Sideline game tickets – Minnesota Swarm 313) Golf foursome, carts and range – The Jewel at Lake City 314) Signed Tony Oliva Print – Minnesota Twins 315) 2 reserved outfield tickets for 2015 Season – St. Paul Saints
Entertainment: 401) 4 pack of Disney 1 day Hopper packs - Walt Disney World 402) 4 pack of tickets - Minnesota Children's Museum 403) 2 tickets - Old Log Theater 404) Mall of America gift pack, 2 - 20 pt wrist bands, etc. - Mall of America 405) 4 pack of tickets - Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 406) 10 pack of bowling - Ham Lake Lanes 407) 4 tickets - Andover Cinema 408) $25 gift certificate and 2 free bowling games - Mermaid Lanes Mounds View 409) 2 tickets - Guthrie Theater 410) 4 tickets - Great Lakes Aquarium 411) 2 hr private party room, pizza and drinks for up to 30 people – WhirlyBall Twin Cities 412) 10 pack of tickets – Acme Comedy Club 413) 4 pack of tickets – North Shore Scenic Railroad 414) 4 admission tickets – Bunker Beach 415) Ticket package – Chanhassen Dinner Theaters 416) 2 tickets to A Strauss Celebration: Musical Mountains 10/25/14 – Minnesota Orchestra 417) “A day at the races for 4” – Canterbury Park 418) 2 boat cruise tickets – Wild Mountain 419) 2 $20 gift certificates – Big Thrill Factory 420) 5 tickets to Eagle’s Nest Indoor Playground – New Brighton Parks & Recreation
Clothing & Accessories: 501) 2 Women's leather motorcycle jackets 502) 1 Women's leather vest 503) 2 $25 gift certificates - Trav's Outfitter in Fridley 504) Custom leather Tribute To The Troops pouch 505) 3 U.S. Marines silver necklaces 506) Origami Owl "Life Locket" - Teri Wold
Automotive: 601) Spray in bed liner - Wilson Liners 602) Automotive detailing package - Bedrock Motors of Blaine 603) Rain X gift pack 604) $25 Gift certificate - RockAuto.com 605) $50 gift certificate - Just Dashes 606) Longboard sandpaper packs - Abrasives and Sanding Supplies by Abrasive Resource 607) Supersonic sound barrier - Thermo Tec 608) Painless Wiring 50% off certificate 609) Wash/Wax kit and T-shirt – Wizard’s Products 610) Impact gun – Napa Auto
Food/Restaurants/Liquor: 701) Shirt, hat, glasses and $20 gift card - Surly Brewing Company 702) $25 dining certificate and $40 match play - Running Aces 703) Beer glasses and beer gift pack – Summit Brewing Company 704) 3 course tasting menu experience for 2 – Acqua Restaurant Forest Lake or White Bear Lake 705) Wine Basket – Winehaven Winery 706) $20 gift certificate - Clive's Roadhouse Blaine 707) $25 gift certificate - Moe's of Mounds View 708) $25 gift certificate – Moe’s of Mounds View 709) $25 gift certificate - RJ Riche's of Mounds View 710) $25 gift certificate - RJ Riche's of Mounds View 711) $25 gift certificate – New Brighton Bar & Grill 712) $20 gift certificate – New Brighton Acapulco Restaurant 713) $20 gift certificate – New Brighton Acapulco Restaurant 714) Sunday brunch for 2 – Jax Café
Home improvement/Home goods: 801) Rocking chair - By The Yard, Inc 802) Yard Vac/Blower - The Toro Company 803) Complete house cleaning - Mercury Maids 804) Custom made candle holders 805) Barnwood bird house 806) Barnwood bird house 807) Custom wood carved sign
Miscellaneous items: 901) John Deere toy implement - Midwest Machinery Co of St. Cloud
Baskets: 1001) Mommy/daughter baking basket - Autum Hanes/Wanda Velishek 1002) Nighttime basket - Autumn Hanes/Wanda Velishek 1003) Pampered Chef basket – Nikki Koskella 1004) Scentsy basket – Heather Gravink 1005) Martini basket – Bonnie & Jon Hermann 1006) Liquor basket – Hanes & Son’s Drywall 1007) Rainy day kids basket – Hanes & Son’s Drywall
Rustic license plate signs from: Bryan Flattem & Enterprise Car Sales 1101) “Hunter” 1102) “Snow Birds” 1103) “Fish’n” 1104) “Cabin Life” 1105) “I Love My Car” 1106) “Support Our Troops” 1107) “Wounded Vet” 1108) “Army Vet” 1109) “Marine Vet” 1110) “Navy Vet” 1111) “Proud Vet” 1112) “Hero” – Iraq War Vet sign 1113) “Hero” – Iraq War Vet sign 1114) “SemperFi”
Bucket Raffle Items: 1) Automotive/Motorsports photo shoot - B. Sens Photography 2) 2 tickets to A Strauss Celebration: Musical Mountains 10/25/14 – Minnesota Orchestra 3) 2 tickets to dinner and a show – Chanhassen Dinner Theater 4) Painless Wiring 50% off certificate – Painless Wiring 5) 1 night stay – Grand Casino 6) 1 pair Gopher Men's Hockey Tickets/parking pass, Oct 25th vs. Bemidji - Jenni 'Bowe' Hovde 7) $250 gift certificate - R.F. Moeller Jeweler 8) Portable grill - Norm's Tire
-- Edited by bowtie on Monday 22nd of September 2014 09:59:42 AM
SShink said
Sep 23, 2014
Does anyone have suggestions for a meet up area and time to cruise in together to Route 65 Classics Sat. morning, since it looks like there will be a few of us with Chevelles?
It would fun to roll in together, and get lined up so that we are in the cruise in the same general area.
I don't know that part of the metro area enough to make a suggestion.
69SSConv said
Sep 23, 2014
Looks like Lisa and I will make it.
bowtie said
Sep 23, 2014
I won't be driving my car, it will be there, but I will be riding shotgun so I can navigate (we're leading) and take pictures.
66 RAT said
Sep 24, 2014
One -- possibly two -- for the the cruise & after . . .
Bobs_Place said
Sep 24, 2014
I`m planing to be there.
I like the idea of meeting up and cruising in.
Could leave from my house but I`m in White Bear, way east for most.
cooz65 said
Sep 25, 2014
I think me and a friend from school are going to come down and cruise. Broaden his horizon a little bit. I think it would be fun to meet up and cruise in. I'm pretty much straight east of Route 65 classics, but I could really meet anywhere on 65. At highway 65 and Baltimore St NE/ 148th Ln Ne on the east corner there looks to be a little strip mall with a parking lot. Has a Subway in it (SUBWAY® Restaurants 1444 147th Ave NE Ham Lake, MN 55304, using google maps) its only about a mile from route 65, otherwise anywhere further south would work.
John D said
Sep 25, 2014
Menards parking lot? S.E. corner of 694 & 65
5351 Central Avenue Northeast, Fridley, MN 55421
Chris R said
Sep 25, 2014
Just checking. The meeting itself is still 3PM at the car show at Route 65 Classics correct?
bowtie said
Sep 25, 2014
Yes. I'll be meeting tomorrow night for some setup and we'll be trying to nail down a timeline for during the show, but 3 is what I'm aiming for. Worst case, you'all have a meeting without me.
SShink said
Sep 25, 2014
John D wrote:
Menards parking lot? S.E. corner of 694 & 65
5351 Central Avenue Northeast, Fridley, MN 55421
Sounds good. Meeting time? Maybe meet up at 10 A.M. at Menard's?
We weren't thinking of getting to Route 65 Classics until around 10:30 a.m., so I think it's about 20 min. from Menard's to Route 65 Classics which would be good for us.
Anyone else want to meet at that time at Menard's as John suggested?
bowtie said
Sep 25, 2014
that's a good time estimate from Menards to there. Hwy 65 just re-opened northbound, so that's not an issue. Pay attention to getting there. You need to turn Right onto 147th (HOOZE 4x4 is on the corner), it will curve to the left. Take a left onto Aberdeen, and it will be about 2 blocks up on the left. There should be signs out by then, but just in case......
It would be best to park together, and when we roll out, do your best to coordinate a rolling Chevelle Row. I'll be in the lead vehicle, but the plan is to drop off here and there to get some action pics while on the road.
66 RAT said
Sep 25, 2014
Since we'll be driving south to get to Route 65 Classics, we may just wait near 147th and see if we spot a group of Chevelles arriving around 10:30.
bowtie said
Sep 25, 2014
makes sense.
btw, there is NOT a simple way to get in if you go past Route 65 while heading northbound.
bowtie said
Sep 25, 2014
The originator and lead coordinator of C4T Russ Hanes and Jim Wooddruff from Tribute to the Troops were on KARE11's 4pm newscast today. They used some pictures from last year's event plus some pictures that I took from Automania last year.
-- Edited by bowtie on Thursday 25th of September 2014 04:57:20 PM
Looks like a great day tomorrow, and they said on the KARE11 video Bryan posted there will be triple last year, so that means 1200 participants!
-- Edited by SShink on Friday 26th of September 2014 06:14:51 PM
John D said
Sep 26, 2014
+2
cooz65 said
Sep 26, 2014
+2, me and my buddy, Stan, maybe I'll give you a call in the morning and see where you guys are as you are cruising up 65 or when you get into route 65. Looking forward to this!
SShink said
Sep 26, 2014
cooz65 wrote:
+2, me and my buddy, Stan, maybe I'll give you a call in the morning and see where you guys are as you are cruising up 65 or when you get into route 65. Looking forward to this!
Sounds good Steven!
SShink said
Sep 27, 2014
AWESOME day today driving to the cruise, in the cruise, the car show, and the drive home! It was great seeing a number of members and their better halfs, and seeing Bob's '70 LS6 SS project on the road and being driven!
Bryan was his usual upbeat self and heavily engaged in this cause. His reading of the deceased Minnesotan military members names was very moving. I don't have any military family members, but it made me proud to be an American and really appreciate the sacrifice others have made. I saw this saying a lot today, and it was even more meaningful after being a part of the cruise; 'All gave some... but some gave All'.
I'll be curious for Bryan to post how many were in the cruise, but it was a huge line of cars and bikes that had to be in the mid hundreds. It was well run on the highway side of it with law enforcement on each turn or major intersection, and other than more direction needed parking cars before and after the cruise, everything seemed to go off without any major issues.
Here's a few pics I took:
Chad said
Sep 27, 2014
What a great time , great to see every one again , what a great cause , can't wait for next year.
cooz65 said
Sep 27, 2014
Really had a blast! My friend and I talked the whole way back to Duluth about how great of a time we had, and remember those who have served and are serving. Although I must ask, my awesome day, turned to some sadness when I stopped to fill up at the gas station on the way home. For just me to cruise out there, the cruise, and then back to the same gas station, I got 6mpg!!! Should I be concerned? I mean, we had the motto of "every stop sign is a sign to go" and we held true, so we weren't easy on her, but still 6mpg!!!
Jon H said
Sep 27, 2014
Chad wrote:
What a great time , great to see every one again , what a great cause , can't wait for next year.
X2!!!
bowtie said
Sep 27, 2014
I don't have a hard number, but 600-700 total is in the neighborhood. I agree, the people who did parking needed a better system. Next year, there will be painted or chalk lines if we stay there. If not, I'll still have it covered.
Glad everyone had fun. I'll post a recap in the newsletter, which may be a few days late...... We raised a ton of money for a good cause, and have already had a few people and companies come up pledging support for next year.
Lost in the 60s said
Sep 27, 2014
cooz65 wrote:
Really had a blast! My friend and I talked the whole way back to Duluth about how great of a time we had, and remember those who have served and are serving. Although I must ask, my awesome day, turned to some sadness when I stopped to fill up at the gas station on the way home. For just me to cruise out there, the cruise, and then back to the same gas station, I got 6mpg!!! Should I be concerned? I mean, we had the motto of "every stop sign is a sign to go" and we held true, so we weren't easy on her, but still 6mpg!!!
Not to insult your intelligence, Steven, but at 6mpg, that engine would be so rich, it would die at every stop sign. Did you fumble the division or get a decimal place wrong .... If not, you do have something amiss. Was it going into overdrive ?
cooz65 said
Sep 27, 2014
Agreed on the parking, we waited in line for a while, but nothing at all to take away from the show! Definitely added to the list of must shows!
Lost in the 60s wrote:
cooz65 wrote:
Really had a blast! My friend and I talked the whole way back to Duluth about how great of a time we had, and remember those who have served and are serving. Although I must ask, my awesome day, turned to some sadness when I stopped to fill up at the gas station on the way home. For just me to cruise out there, the cruise, and then back to the same gas station, I got 6mpg!!! Should I be concerned? I mean, we had the motto of "every stop sign is a sign to go" and we held true, so we weren't easy on her, but still 6mpg!!!
Not to insult your intelligence, Steven, but at 6mpg, that engine would be so rich, it would die at every stop sign. Did you fumble the division or get a decimal place wrong .... If not, you do have something amiss. Was it going into overdrive ?
Mitch, she does smell pretty rich, I got the carb used, and haven't rebuilt it yet, just slapped her on and ran. When you gun it, she does stumble just a touch and then runs like there is no tomorrow! We went close to 90miles / 14.5 gallons = 6.2mpg. Was going into overdrive just fine. Everything ran great. Good hard launches. Just crappy mpg.
SShink said
Sep 28, 2014
For Steven and all others-I started another thread in the General Discussion section for the mileage discussion.
bowtie said
Sep 29, 2014
SShink wrote:
So who is meeting up at Menard's?
We will be there a little before 10.
Looks like a great day tomorrow, and they said on the KARE11 video Bryan posted there will be triple last year, so that means 1200 participants!
-- Edited by SShink on Friday 26th of September 2014 06:14:51 PM
Apparently, we guessed low..... details in the newsletter---> coming out in a couple days.
See the post in the member's section for all the juicy details for our September meeting.
FYI...........the car or motorcycle club with the most participants wins a special prize. This year, we're giving away an easy up tent courtesy of Norm's Tire Sales! How many members can we get there???
I would like to bring the Chevelle Row signs, but if there's only 2 guys, I'll save the space.
FYI, you can also do just the show portion if that works better. Show starts at 2.
Tina and I will be there for both cruise and show.
I'll be there.
I am planning on going.
Here's a preview of what's available:
2014 Silent Auction/Bucket Raffle Guide
One of a kind items:
101) Private museum tour and flight in T-6 airplane - Fagen Fighters WWII Museum
102) Custom shop stool - Upholstery by Stichbitch
103) Ford tailgate bench - Russ Hanes
104) Tug boat cruise
Artwork:
201) 5ft x 7ft USA map made from license plates on flag background - Dirk Gunder
202) 3ft x 5ft USA map made from license plates on flag background – Dirk Gunder
203) Eagle print in custom wood frame - Jan Scheunemann Ruzichka
204) 3 Framed Pin-up prints - www.racecarrevolution.com
205) 20+ custom license plate signs - Bryan Flattem & Enterprise Car Sales
206) 9 Custom painted license plates – Friendly Chevrolet Body Shop
207) Patriotic puzzle in custom frame – Gail Whittet
208) Custom abstract beer art – www.paintaddict.com
Sports items:
301) 1 pair Gopher Men's Hockey Tickets/parking pass, Feb 14th vs. Michigan - Jenni 'Bowe' Hovde
302) 1 pair of MN Wild tickets/parking passes, Nov 13th vs. Buffalo Sabres - G&K Uniforms
303) Signed Paul Molitor baseball - Paul Molitor
304) Signed Kevin Love T-wolves jersey - Paul Molitor
305) Timberwolves shirt, bobblehead and mini b-ball - Fastbreak Foundation
306) 4 rounds of golf - Majestic Oaks Golf Club
307) 2 rounds of golf - Thumper Pond Golf Course
308) Golf Foursome at Evergreen Course – Baker National Golf Course
309) 2 rounds of golf w/ cart on championship course – Inver Wood Golf Course
310) Signed MN Vikings photo – Minnesota Vikings
311) Signed MN Wild photo, cooler, hat and foam puck – Minnesota Wild
312) 2 Sideline game tickets – Minnesota Swarm
313) Golf foursome, carts and range – The Jewel at Lake City
314) Signed Tony Oliva Print – Minnesota Twins
315) 2 reserved outfield tickets for 2015 Season – St. Paul Saints
Entertainment:
401) 4 pack of Disney 1 day Hopper packs - Walt Disney World
402) 4 pack of tickets - Minnesota Children's Museum
403) 2 tickets - Old Log Theater
404) Mall of America gift pack, 2 - 20 pt wrist bands, etc. - Mall of America
405) 4 pack of tickets - Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
406) 10 pack of bowling - Ham Lake Lanes
407) 4 tickets - Andover Cinema
408) $25 gift certificate and 2 free bowling games - Mermaid Lanes Mounds View
409) 2 tickets - Guthrie Theater
410) 4 tickets - Great Lakes Aquarium
411) 2 hr private party room, pizza and drinks for up to 30 people – WhirlyBall Twin Cities
412) 10 pack of tickets – Acme Comedy Club
413) 4 pack of tickets – North Shore Scenic Railroad
414) 4 admission tickets – Bunker Beach
415) Ticket package – Chanhassen Dinner Theaters
416) 2 tickets to A Strauss Celebration: Musical Mountains 10/25/14 – Minnesota Orchestra
417) “A day at the races for 4” – Canterbury Park
418) 2 boat cruise tickets – Wild Mountain
419) 2 $20 gift certificates – Big Thrill Factory
420) 5 tickets to Eagle’s Nest Indoor Playground – New Brighton Parks & Recreation
Clothing & Accessories:
501) 2 Women's leather motorcycle jackets
502) 1 Women's leather vest
503) 2 $25 gift certificates - Trav's Outfitter in Fridley
504) Custom leather Tribute To The Troops pouch
505) 3 U.S. Marines silver necklaces
506) Origami Owl "Life Locket" - Teri Wold
Automotive:
601) Spray in bed liner - Wilson Liners
602) Automotive detailing package - Bedrock Motors of Blaine
603) Rain X gift pack
604) $25 Gift certificate - RockAuto.com
605) $50 gift certificate - Just Dashes
606) Longboard sandpaper packs - Abrasives and Sanding Supplies by Abrasive Resource
607) Supersonic sound barrier - Thermo Tec
608) Painless Wiring 50% off certificate
609) Wash/Wax kit and T-shirt – Wizard’s Products
610) Impact gun – Napa Auto
Food/Restaurants/Liquor:
701) Shirt, hat, glasses and $20 gift card - Surly Brewing Company
702) $25 dining certificate and $40 match play - Running Aces
703) Beer glasses and beer gift pack – Summit Brewing Company
704) 3 course tasting menu experience for 2 – Acqua Restaurant Forest Lake or White Bear Lake
705) Wine Basket – Winehaven Winery
706) $20 gift certificate - Clive's Roadhouse Blaine
707) $25 gift certificate - Moe's of Mounds View
708) $25 gift certificate – Moe’s of Mounds View
709) $25 gift certificate - RJ Riche's of Mounds View
710) $25 gift certificate - RJ Riche's of Mounds View
711) $25 gift certificate – New Brighton Bar & Grill
712) $20 gift certificate – New Brighton Acapulco Restaurant
713) $20 gift certificate – New Brighton Acapulco Restaurant
714) Sunday brunch for 2 – Jax Café
Home improvement/Home goods:
801) Rocking chair - By The Yard, Inc
802) Yard Vac/Blower - The Toro Company
803) Complete house cleaning - Mercury Maids
804) Custom made candle holders
805) Barnwood bird house
806) Barnwood bird house
807) Custom wood carved sign
Miscellaneous items:
901) John Deere toy implement - Midwest Machinery Co of St. Cloud
Baskets:
1001) Mommy/daughter baking basket - Autum Hanes/Wanda Velishek
1002) Nighttime basket - Autumn Hanes/Wanda Velishek
1003) Pampered Chef basket – Nikki Koskella
1004) Scentsy basket – Heather Gravink
1005) Martini basket – Bonnie & Jon Hermann
1006) Liquor basket – Hanes & Son’s Drywall
1007) Rainy day kids basket – Hanes & Son’s Drywall
Rustic license plate signs from: Bryan Flattem & Enterprise Car Sales
1101) “Hunter”
1102) “Snow Birds”
1103) “Fish’n”
1104) “Cabin Life”
1105) “I Love My Car”
1106) “Support Our Troops”
1107) “Wounded Vet”
1108) “Army Vet”
1109) “Marine Vet”
1110) “Navy Vet”
1111) “Proud Vet”
1112) “Hero” – Iraq War Vet sign
1113) “Hero” – Iraq War Vet sign
1114) “SemperFi”
Bucket Raffle Items:
1) Automotive/Motorsports photo shoot - B. Sens Photography
2) 2 tickets to A Strauss Celebration: Musical Mountains 10/25/14 – Minnesota Orchestra
3) 2 tickets to dinner and a show – Chanhassen Dinner Theater
4) Painless Wiring 50% off certificate – Painless Wiring
5) 1 night stay – Grand Casino
6) 1 pair Gopher Men's Hockey Tickets/parking pass, Oct 25th vs. Bemidji - Jenni 'Bowe' Hovde
7) $250 gift certificate - R.F. Moeller Jeweler
8) Portable grill - Norm's Tire
-- Edited by bowtie on Monday 22nd of September 2014 09:59:42 AM
Does anyone have suggestions for a meet up area and time to cruise in together to Route 65 Classics Sat. morning, since it looks like there will be a few of us with Chevelles?
It would fun to roll in together, and get lined up so that we are in the cruise in the same general area.
I don't know that part of the metro area enough to make a suggestion.
Looks like Lisa and I will make it.
I like the idea of meeting up and cruising in.
Could leave from my house but I`m in White Bear, way east for most.
Menards parking lot? S.E. corner of 694 & 65
5351 Central Avenue Northeast, Fridley, MN 55421
Just checking. The meeting itself is still 3PM at the car show at Route 65 Classics correct?
Sounds good. Meeting time? Maybe meet up at 10 A.M. at Menard's?
We weren't thinking of getting to Route 65 Classics until around 10:30 a.m., so I think it's about 20 min. from Menard's to Route 65 Classics which would be good for us.
Anyone else want to meet at that time at Menard's as John suggested?
It would be best to park together, and when we roll out, do your best to coordinate a rolling Chevelle Row. I'll be in the lead vehicle, but the plan is to drop off here and there to get some action pics while on the road.
Since we'll be driving south to get to Route 65 Classics, we may just wait near 147th and see if we spot a group of Chevelles arriving around 10:30.
btw, there is NOT a simple way to get in if you go past Route 65 while heading northbound.
The originator and lead coordinator of C4T Russ Hanes and Jim Wooddruff from Tribute to the Troops were on KARE11's 4pm newscast today. They used some pictures from last year's event plus some pictures that I took from Automania last year.
-- Edited by bowtie on Thursday 25th of September 2014 04:57:20 PM
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10202072492808377&l=4119834113201018763
So who is meeting up at Menard's?
We will be there a little before 10.
Looks like a great day tomorrow, and they said on the KARE11 video Bryan posted there will be triple last year, so that means 1200 participants!
-- Edited by SShink on Friday 26th of September 2014 06:14:51 PM
Sounds good Steven!
AWESOME day today driving to the cruise, in the cruise, the car show, and the drive home! It was great seeing a number of members and their better halfs, and seeing Bob's '70 LS6 SS project on the road and being driven!
Bryan was his usual upbeat self and heavily engaged in this cause. His reading of the deceased Minnesotan military members names was very moving. I don't have any military family members, but it made me proud to be an American and really appreciate the sacrifice others have made. I saw this saying a lot today, and it was even more meaningful after being a part of the cruise; 'All gave some... but some gave All'.
I'll be curious for Bryan to post how many were in the cruise, but it was a huge line of cars and bikes that had to be in the mid hundreds. It was well run on the highway side of it with law enforcement on each turn or major intersection, and other than more direction needed parking cars before and after the cruise, everything seemed to go off without any major issues.
Here's a few pics I took:
Really had a blast! My friend and I talked the whole way back to Duluth about how great of a time we had, and remember those who have served and are serving. Although I must ask, my awesome day, turned to some sadness when I stopped to fill up at the gas station on the way home. For just me to cruise out there, the cruise, and then back to the same gas station, I got 6mpg!!! Should I be concerned? I mean, we had the motto of "every stop sign is a sign to go" and we held true, so we weren't easy on her, but still 6mpg!!!
X2!!!
Glad everyone had fun. I'll post a recap in the newsletter, which may be a few days late...... We raised a ton of money for a good cause, and have already had a few people and companies come up pledging support for next year.
Not to insult your intelligence, Steven, but at 6mpg, that engine would be so rich, it would die at every stop sign. Did you fumble the division or get a decimal place wrong ....
If not, you do have something amiss. Was it going into overdrive ?
Agreed on the parking, we waited in line for a while, but nothing at all to take away from the show! Definitely added to the list of must shows!
Mitch, she does smell pretty rich, I got the carb used, and haven't rebuilt it yet, just slapped her on and ran. When you gun it, she does stumble just a touch and then runs like there is no tomorrow! We went close to 90miles / 14.5 gallons = 6.2mpg. Was going into overdrive just fine. Everything ran great. Good hard launches. Just crappy mpg.
For Steven and all others-I started another thread in the General Discussion section for the mileage discussion.
Apparently, we guessed low..... details in the newsletter---> coming out in a couple days.