Well here we go!
https://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/museum-blog/index.php/2015/3/13/aero-warriors-reunion-2015-is-a-go
Quote from: Devil on March 13, 2015, 01:02:33 PM
Well here we go!
https://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/museum-blog/index.php/2015/3/13/aero-warriors-reunion-2015-is-a-go
Is there a link to purchase the registration through the WMM site? Thought I saw it before on the events link in the museum store, but now it seems to be gone.
Tim called today. He says the track is enthused about the event. They are going to reach out to a few of the aero car drivers and try to bring them to the event. Looks like we will get TWO track laps on Sunday as well.
Backing up, Chris Street in Atlanta is working on the Atlanta Motor Speedway track laps for Thursday. He should know what is happening with that in a few weeks. Otherwise, Thursday is a registration day in Alexander City.
Friday will be the display of cars at the Wellborn home starting in the afternoon. In the evening, there will be a Louisiana cajun style shrimp and crawfish boil dinner.
Saturday will be the show at the Wellborn Musclecar Museum. We'll take a break late in the afternoon and get back over there for a dinner prepared by Chef Tim Creehan. Quail and bison has been mentioned for the menu. Later in the evening will be the Halloween themed costume party which went over real well in 2009.
Sunday morning will be an early ride to the track. Some of you will bring trailers. Some will drive. The track will give the cars secured parking, possibly over by the museum. Parade lap in the morning before the race. The track will have a block of tickets available after the spring race in May. They would encourage as many of us to stay for the race as possible.
Hotel reservations: Book a room anywhere you want in Alex City. It ain't that big. We will have cars at all the motels.
The registration is $130 per couple which covers the food and goodie bag. Individual tickets are $65. You'll be able to register through the WMM site or by mail through the DSAC newsletter.
I knew I forgot to post the link someplace. My apologies.
http://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/museum-blog/index.php/2015/3/17/aero-warriors-reunion-2015-update
Here's the blog about all the new information.
And we're updating the store now. You'll be able to buy tickets for the dinner and extras here shortly.
So no gathering at the museum at the track on Saturday?
Was hoping to add yet another panoramic photo to the garage wall.
Quote from: 69_500 on April 09, 2015, 09:27:30 AM
So no gathering at the museum at the track on Saturday?
Was hoping to add yet another panoramic photo to the garage wall.
Ask Tim if you can climb up on the roof of the musuem and take one........ :icon_smile_big:
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shrimp and crawfish boil dinner.
Quail and bison has been mentioned for the menu.
the menu is enough to scare me away
if it doesn't oink, cluck, moo, or tell me to take out the trash, i ain't eating it
Quote from: held1823 on April 09, 2015, 06:30:27 PM
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shrimp and crawfish boil dinner.
Quail and bison has been mentioned for the menu.
the menu is enough to scare me away
if it doesn't oink, cluck, moo, or tell me to take out the trash, i ain't eating it
sound great broaden your tastes
Quote from: held1823 on April 09, 2015, 06:30:27 PM
the menu is enough to scare me away
if it doesn't oink, cluck, moo, or tell me to take out the trash, i ain't eating it
There's a Sonic right next to the museum, don't let the menu scare anyone away.
These events are too awesome to miss.
There are a few restaurants in the area. Even a nice Ruby Tuesdays down the road.
Got it all updated. You can now purchase the Aero Reunion tickets through the Wellborn Store.
http://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/museum-blog/index.php/2015/4/14/aero-warrior-reunion-2015-tickets-available-now
Also the $65 tickets are in addition to the original ticket. They are not individual tickets.
Quote from: Devil on April 14, 2015, 12:38:38 PM
Got it all updated. You can now purchase the Aero Reunion tickets through the Wellborn Store.
http://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/museum-blog/index.php/2015/4/14/aero-warrior-reunion-2015-tickets-available-now
Also the $65 tickets are in addition to the original ticket. They are not individual tickets.
What if only one person is coming? Is it still $130?
That's correct. It is for one or two. But any additional will require the $65 tickets.
This price structure is not very fair. Anyone going solo is getting screwed by having to buy the full price ticket for two. Single tickets for $65.00 should be made available without first having to buy the other one.
I AGREE :flame: :RantExplode: :RantExplode:
Quote from: Devil on April 15, 2015, 12:13:15 PM
That's correct. It is for one or two. But any additional will require the $65 tickets.
Through this board, maybe 2 individuals who are going solo can hook up and split the cost....... :scratchchin:
i'm glad i was already out due to the menu. lol
Quote from: hemi68charger on April 16, 2015, 08:14:00 AM
Quote from: Devil on April 15, 2015, 12:13:15 PM
That's correct. It is for one or two. But any additional will require the $65 tickets.
Through this board, maybe 2 individuals who are going solo can hook up and split the cost....... :scratchchin:
Life Partners for a Weekend :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol:
ok, riddle me this. there is no way i'll have the car running by the time of the meet so i would not be an active participant even if i could manage to attend. i have less than zero interest in the menu served at the estate for either day, especially with having to buy a two person ticket for it. i would expect the estate time on friday to be for those who purchased tickets and this would only be fair. my question is this - since the ticket holders will be returning to the estate for the saturday meal, what are the expectations for the time at the museum? is it open to the public or reserved for those who hold tickets to the event?
Quote from: held1823 on April 17, 2015, 02:34:16 AM
ok, riddle me this. there is no way i'll have the car running by the time of the meet so i would not be an active participant even if i could manage to attend. i have less than zero interest in the menu served at the estate for either day, especially with having to buy a two person ticket for it. i would expect the estate time on friday to be for those who purchased tickets and this would only be fair. my question is this - since the ticket holders will be returning to the estate for the saturday meal, what are the expectations for the time at the museum? is it open to the public or reserved for those who hold tickets to the event?
dont worry about not having a car there , you will have plenty of cars to see and get photos of and there will be plenty of people to ride around with
you can be my live partner i'll get you a $65.00 dollar ticket :pity:
Ernie I have an open seat in my car, if you wanna ride down.
It is still an open car show, welcome to anyone. Not sure on exact timing. I'll have a better grasp on that when I am down there in a few weeks. But I'll let you guys know.
Note from Chris Street in Atlanta: The Speedway Cruise at Atlanta Motor Speedway is a go for Thursday October 22nd.. Cost is $10 per car donation to AMS, and a signature on a waiver. We will meet at the track souvenir shop at 7:45, collect the cash, sign the waivers, and head around to the west entrance tunnel, form up and cruise the track. After, we'll do a ride south to Warm Springs, do a tour of Roosevelt's little White House, eat lunch and then finish the ride to AlexanderCity. Questions, call Chris Street at 770-401-6542 or email me at hemibird@mindspring.com
Quote from: light man on April 15, 2015, 06:51:10 PM
Single tickets for $65.00 should be made available without first having to buy the other one.
This will be resolved. I spoke to Tim last week. He says that if you are coming solo, you will be able to buy a single ticket. You will not have to pay for two.
so much for our potential bromance, stuie...
Quote from: held1823 on April 29, 2015, 09:51:07 PM
so much for our potential bromance, stuie...
Oh, you still can.
Quote from: held1823 on April 29, 2015, 09:51:07 PM
so much for our potential bromance, stuie...
Dammit :brickwall:
Ok, well here is the official word.
It is $130 to register your car. It has 2 tickets. If you have anyone else coming with you, it it $65 for each additional person.
If there are any reason you can't do this, but still want to attend, please contact us as the link and we can discuss this further.
http://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/contact/
I'm in. Please let me know of any convoy heading down there. I'm departing from the Chicago area.
-Thanks.
Quote from: bannedbird on May 13, 2015, 02:14:38 PM
I'm in. Please let me know of any convoy heading down there. I'm departing from the Chicago area.
-Thanks.
Several of us will be headed south from Milwaukee early Wednesday morning.
I will be leaving the Indianapolis area on Thirsday afternoon. Had the whole week off last year for this, this year could only get Friday.
A couple of us are planning on leaving from st louis Early thursday morning if anyone wants to hook up and cruise together
If you want me to help organize a cruise down or something. Just a basic information thing so you guys can travel together, let me know. I can put it on the Wellborn website.
Quote from: Aero426 on May 15, 2015, 02:31:50 PM
Several of us will be headed south from Milwaukee early Wednesday morning.
Keep me updated, please. We are both taking the same road. I'm looking at options as to what time I want to leave. I will be driving the car, so expect I'll be taking many breaks. Probably hunting for 100 octane pumps! Don't want to slow anyone down, so I may time it with multiple convoys. Thanks.
Quote from: bannedbird on May 18, 2015, 08:46:51 PM
Quote from: Aero426 on May 15, 2015, 02:31:50 PM
Several of us will be headed south from Milwaukee early Wednesday morning.
Keep me updated, please. We are both taking the same road. I'm looking at options as to what time I want to leave. I will be driving the car, so expect I'll be taking many breaks. Probably hunting for 100 octane pumps! Don't want to slow anyone down, so I may time it with multiple convoys. Thanks.
i will be driving mine also
Quote from: moparstuart on May 20, 2015, 09:27:43 PM
i will be driving mine also
I wanna see it, so you better not just be messin' with us!
:poke: :smash:
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on May 21, 2015, 07:51:16 AM
Quote from: moparstuart on May 20, 2015, 09:27:43 PM
i will be driving mine also
I wanna see it, so you better not just be messin' with us!
:poke: :smash:
TRADE :icon_smile_big:
We will have to plan a get together spot outside of Wellborns, so I can get a video of all the wing cars pulling in together.
Guys, need some advice, I plan on flying in, but flight options are limited from Canada... Is flying into Alanta, and then driving to Alexander City a good option? Looks loke a couple hour's drive.
Unless there is another major airport closer?
Any advice is welcome, either here or in a PM, Thanks!
Ben
Quote from: moparstuart on May 21, 2015, 11:30:40 AM
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on May 21, 2015, 07:51:16 AM
Quote from: moparstuart on May 20, 2015, 09:27:43 PM
i will be driving mine also
I wanna see it, so you better not just be messin' with us!
:poke: :smash:
TRADE :icon_smile_big:
Someone say "Trade"?! :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on June 17, 2015, 08:12:14 PM
Guys, need some advice, I plan on flying in, but flight options are limited from Canada... Is flying into Alanta, and then driving to Alexander City a good option? Looks loke a couple hour's drive.
Unless there is another major airport closer?
Any advice is welcome, either here or in a PM, Thanks!
Ben
That's what I do when I fly in.
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on June 17, 2015, 08:12:14 PM
Guys, need some advice, I plan on flying in, but flight options are limited from Canada... Is flying into Alanta, and then driving to Alexander City a good option? Looks loke a couple hour's drive.
Unless there is another major airport closer?
Any advice is welcome, either here or in a PM, Thanks!
Ben
I prefer to fly into Birmingham, don't know if that's a good option for you...
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on June 18, 2015, 12:44:29 PM
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on June 17, 2015, 08:12:14 PM
Guys, need some advice, I plan on flying in, but flight options are limited from Canada... Is flying into Alanta, and then driving to Alexander City a good option? Looks loke a couple hour's drive.
Unless there is another major airport closer?
Any advice is welcome, either here or in a PM, Thanks!
Ben
I prefer to fly into Birmingham, don't know if that's a good option for you...
I'll look into it... is it closer/less busy?
Ben
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on June 19, 2015, 09:31:40 AM
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on June 18, 2015, 12:44:29 PM
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on June 17, 2015, 08:12:14 PM
Guys, need some advice, I plan on flying in, but flight options are limited from Canada... Is flying into Alanta, and then driving to Alexander City a good option? Looks loke a couple hour's drive.
Unless there is another major airport closer?
Any advice is welcome, either here or in a PM, Thanks!
Ben
I prefer to fly into Birmingham, don't know if that's a good option for you...
I'll look into it... is it closer/less busy?
Ben
Both closer and less busy
If you fly into Atlanta before the Thursday track time at Atlanta Motor Speedway you can check that out and cruise down with the rest of us. :cheers:
I'll definitely be bumming rides all weekend!
I have reserved a room with two separate bedrooms at the Days Inn, I might have the second bedroom available, my friend should comfirm by mid-july...
Thanks again for the tips!
Ben
Plane tickets bought, car rental arranged, room reserved, roommate found!
Watch out for the two Wild and Crazy French Canadians who'll be bumming rides all weekend!
Ben
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on July 17, 2015, 08:18:43 AM
Plane tickets bought, car rental arranged, room reserved, roommate found!
Watch out for the two Wild and Crazy French Canadians who'll be bumming rides all weekend!
Ben
:2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on July 17, 2015, 08:18:43 AM
Plane tickets bought, car rental arranged, room reserved, roommate found!
Watch out for the two Wild and Crazy French Canadians who'll be bumming rides all weekend!
Ben
C'est Bon mon ami......
Quote from: hemi68charger on July 21, 2015, 10:41:17 AM
Quote from: Montreal Wing Car on July 17, 2015, 08:18:43 AM
Plane tickets bought, car rental arranged, room reserved, roommate found!
Watch out for the two Wild and Crazy French Canadians who'll be bumming rides all weekend!
Ben
C'est Bon mon ami......
Mais oui!
Can't wait to meet all the great characters from the forum, Doug(s), Stuart, and Troy, although all I'll have to trade are stories!
Ben
Update from Tim Wellborn 8/14/15 -
According to track President Grant Lynch, the ticket office will have a block of tickets under the block "Aero Warriors Reunion". I do not have the pricing, but I suspect they will have multiple price points depending on how high you want to sit. To order tickets, call the track at 1-877-462-3342 (877-go2-DEGA) or 1-256-362-2261 to reach the administrative office directly.
The seats will be as close as possible to the cars. I expect the cars will be parked in the turn 4 area near the museum after the track laps. Security for the cars will be provided during the entire race.
The track will provide a shuttle to get you to your seats before the race. You are on your own getting back as people are going to leave at different times.
With the recent passing of Buddy Baker, the track is dedicating the Aero track laps to him and will provide a commemorative decal for participants.
*edited for phone number information*
Does anyone know the "list" of hotels for the Talladega meet ? I realize its way late but we just found out we can make it.
Any hotel in Alexander City that you can get a room.
I've got rooms at the Days Inn. We stayed there in 2009 and it was decent. Good reviews on Trip Advisor.
Quote from: Aero426 on August 14, 2015, 12:44:28 PM
Update from Tim Wellborn 8/14/15 -
According to track President Grant Lynch, the ticket office will have a block of tickets under the block "Aero Warriors Reunion". I do not have the pricing, but I suspect they will have multiple price points depending on how high you want to sit. To order tickets, call the track at 1-800-462-3342 (800-go2-DEGA) .
The seats will be as close as possible to the cars. I expect the cars will be parked in the turn 4 area near the museum after the track laps. Security for the cars will be provided during the entire race.
The track will provide a shuttle to get you to your seats before the race. You are on your own getting back as people are going to leave at different times.
With the recent passing of Buddy Baker, the track is dedicating the Aero track laps to him and will provide a commemorative decal for participants.
WOW!
I just called 1-800-462-3342 and they tried to sell me a medical alert system!
When I declined that they tried to sell me a cruise?
Then I got hung up on?
I then went to the Talladega Superspeedway web site and found the problem:
The correct number is 1-877-462-3342.
Then the girl that answered that didn't know anything about our group and had me call the administrative office.
That number is 1-256-362-2261 a great guy named Matt took care of me.
MJ
Quote from: Aero426 on August 30, 2015, 08:53:53 PM
Any hotel in Alexander City that you can get a room.
booked my rooms last night 8/30/15 maybe the last one they are selling out fast in fact sat and sunday we are staying in calera
Quote from: Highbanked Hauler on August 30, 2015, 08:13:41 PM
Does anyone know the "list" of hotels for the Talladega meet ? I realize its way late but we just found out we can make it.
cant wait to see your car , errr I mean meet you , Yeah thats what i meant . :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: moparstuart on September 01, 2015, 08:01:15 AM
Quote from: Highbanked Hauler on August 30, 2015, 08:13:41 PM
Does anyone know the "list" of hotels for the Talladega meet ? I realize its way late but we just found out we can make it.
cant wait to see your car , errr I mean meet you , Yeah thats what i meant . :icon_smile_big:
Is Birdable coming too or just you ??
Quote from: Highbanked Hauler on September 03, 2015, 08:55:18 PM
Quote from: moparstuart on September 01, 2015, 08:01:15 AM
Quote from: Highbanked Hauler on August 30, 2015, 08:13:41 PM
Does anyone know the "list" of hotels for the Talladega meet ? I realize its way late but we just found out we can make it.
cant wait to see your car , errr I mean meet you , Yeah thats what i meant . :icon_smile_big:
Is Birdable coming too or just you ??
for sure for sure it is
Is anyone from the south attending and driving a wing? I am debating on driving the Swamper up there for a couple days but not sure yet. I might be more motivated if others were caravaning.
Funny how I have to go north to be in the deep south. :smilielol:
Quote from: Swampwing2 on September 07, 2015, 11:08:45 AM
Is anyone from the south attending and driving a wing? I am debating on driving the Swamper up there for a couple days but not sure yet. I might be more motivated if others were caravaning.
Funny how I have to go north to be in the deep south. :smilielol:
Please bring it we need to get a pictures of them together :yesnod:
Quote from: Swampwing2 on September 07, 2015, 11:08:45 AM
Is anyone from the south attending and driving a wing? I am debating on driving the Swamper up there for a couple days but not sure yet. I might be more motivated if others were caravaning.
Funny how I have to go north to be in the deep south. :smilielol:
Not sure what the deep south is relative to Alabama, but I'll be heading that way from the Houston, Texas area......
Good point. Sorry about the lack of details. I would have been coming from South Florida, Fort Lauderdale area. However, the Swamper's 727 went up in smoke yesterday, 117 miles away from home and had to be trailered back. Big puff of smoke that lasted about 30 seconds to a minute and now it keeps slipping like crazy out of 3rd gear. Fluid is full, red and clean. Might just be a simple fix like a broken O-ring on a piston, but the last rebuild was over 10 years ago so it is likely just the beginning of bigger problems. Not sure if I will have it done by October with my work schedule. :-\
Quote from: Swampwing2 on September 14, 2015, 12:02:23 PM
Good point. Sorry about the lack of details. I would have been coming from South Florida, Fort Lauderdale area. However, the Swamper's 727 went up in smoke yesterday, 117 miles away from home and had to be trailered back. Big puff of smoke that lasted about 30 seconds to a minute and now it keeps slipping like crazy out of 3rd gear. Fluid is full, red and clean. Might just be a simple fix like a broken O-ring on a piston, but the last rebuild was over 10 years ago so it is likely just the beginning of bigger problems. Not sure if I will have it done by October with my work schedule. :-\
bummer i was so hoping to see it
I am SO excited that it is 1 month to go to THE event!
I'm just curious - anyone know if we will receive anything in the mail/Email that our money was received and we are good to go, or will there just be a check in or something when we get there?
Thanks, and Wing it!
Dave
(BTW - Aero426, your PM box is full)
is there a dead line ? on purchasing tickets ?
I looked but couldn't find a deadline, all I found is that the price is higher at the door vs. pre-registered.
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on September 23, 2015, 09:42:22 AM
I looked but couldn't find a deadline, all I found is that the price is higher at the door vs. pre-registered.
hopefully Doug or Ryan will enlighten us :icon_smile_big:
This price will be the same price online or at the door.
Also you can purchase tickets online up to 1 week before the reunion. After that it will only be at the show.
Also a heads up, the cars can not leak any fluids. Cars will be inspected before entering the track, and if they are leaking anything, they will not be allowed out onto the track.
Quote from: Devil on September 23, 2015, 01:49:37 PM
Also a heads up, the cars can not leak any fluids. Cars will be inspected before entering the track, and if they are leaking anything, they will not be allowed out onto the track.
LMAO better ban them all right now
Quote from: Devil on September 23, 2015, 01:49:37 PM
Also a heads up, the cars can not leak any fluids. Cars will be inspected before entering the track, and if they are leaking anything, they will not be allowed out onto the track.
Leaking isn't good but is that just Talladega or Atlanta also ?
I just double checked, both tracks.
I called the track the other day to look into ticket options for the race. The main number is useless as they don't know any information regarding the block of tickets for the Aero Warriors group. She took my info and sent to someone at the track and they would call me back. The next day Matt called and provided details on the tickets that were available.
The block of tickets is in the Tri-Oval Tower and they are Sat-Sun tickets at $135. I asked about Sunday only tickets as I would not be going to the track Saturday. He said they could provide Sunday only tickets for $105 that would be near the "block" of seats.
Matt's number is 256 761 4766 if you want to call and order tickets or get more info.
I am also wondering if anyone has booked at hotel near the Atlanta track for Wednesday night. Need to get in somewhere and if you guys are already setup I will book in the same.
See you all in a couple of weeks. :cheers:
Quote from: 70EK2Bird on September 27, 2015, 11:13:17 AM
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I am also wondering if anyone has booked at hotel near the Atlanta track for Wednesday night. Need to get in somewhere and if you guys are already setup I will book in the same.
See you all in a couple of weeks. :cheers:
For Atlanta, we are at the Fairfield Inn, 30 Mill Rd, McDonough GA 30253 770-305-0190. About 13 miles from the race track.
Have a club member from Chicago looking for a room in Alex City. Does anyone have extra rooms booked that they may be cancelling?
Quote from: Aero426 on September 28, 2015, 03:15:35 PM
For Atlanta, we are at the Fairfield Inn, 30 Mill Rd, McDonough GA 30253 770-305-0190. About 13 miles from the race track.
Thanks Doug, booked in the same town.
Pat
Event Schedule:
Updated the events page on the Wellborn Site.
https://wellbornmuseum.squarespace.com/museum-events/index.php/2015/10/22/aero-warrior-reunion-2015
Ryan
We have a Bird, Daytona and a 500 driving from North Washington
State to Talladega. Anyone going the same route? Love to have some Garage tours on the way too or from. Greg
OK, maybe a dumb question (consider the source). I went to the Welborn site to register my car and copilot this year. The museum site states that the $130 is for the dinners at the Welborn home. Are there any other "registrations " to complete?
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 08:05:07 AM
OK, maybe a dumb question (consider the source). I went to the Welborn site to register my car and copilot this year. The museum site states that the $130 is for the dinners at the Welborn home. Are there any other "registrations " to complete?
Nope, that's all the registration you will need.
Quote from: Devil on October 07, 2015, 11:12:18 AM
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 08:05:07 AM
OK, maybe a dumb question (consider the source). I went to the Welborn site to register my car and copilot this year. The museum site states that the $130 is for the dinners at the Welborn home. Are there any other "registrations " to complete?
Nope, that's all the registration you will need.
registration yes but help and direction he will need alot more
Quote from: moparstuart on October 07, 2015, 11:20:52 AM
Nope, that's all the registration you will need.
registration yes but help and direction he will need alot more
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True, that's why I have a copilot this year to help me get to to St. Louis on Thursday so I can follow you the rest of the day!
:cheers:
OK,
I'm registered, time to get some new wheels and tires on the car and change the oil....Better check for leaks now too....... ::)
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 11:54:17 AM
OK,
I'm registered, time to get some new wheels and tires on the car and change the oil....Better check for leaks now too....... ::)
you pay my registration too then :)
I have had tons of small little nagging things from letting it sit 3 years , so im trailering
Quote from: moparstuart on October 07, 2015, 01:03:45 PM
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 11:54:17 AM
OK,
I'm registered, time to get some new wheels and tires on the car and change the oil....Better check for leaks now too....... ::)
you pay my registration too then :)
I have had tons of small little nagging things from letting it sit 3 years , so im trailering
Stuart, you still heading down early Thursday? I'm planning to hit the road from Central IL at some obscene early hour.
Also, If anyone else is heading down Thursday I'll be traveling from Peoria IL, Bypassing St Louis, then I-64 to My Vernon IL- I-57 to I-24 through Nashville and I-65 to Birmingham.
traveling with other old cars is always more entertaining!
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 01:06:10 PM
Quote from: moparstuart on October 07, 2015, 01:03:45 PM
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 11:54:17 AM
OK,
I'm registered, time to get some new wheels and tires on the car and change the oil....Better check for leaks now too....... ::)
you pay my registration too then :)
I have had tons of small little nagging things from letting it sit 3 years , so im trailering
Stuart, you still heading down early Thursday? I'm planning to hit the road from Central IL at some obscene early hour.
Also, If anyone else is heading down Thursday I'll be traveling from Peoria IL, Bypassing St Louis, then I-64 to My Vernon IL- I-57 to I-24 through Nashville and I-65 to Birmingham.
traveling with other old cars is always more entertaining!
yes im staying at Allen's in madison , leaving thursday morning , i guess when ever you show up
So us idiots need a room if anyone hears of one.
Preparation is soooooo overrated.
Quote from: pettybird on October 10, 2015, 05:52:34 PM
So us idiots need a room if anyone hears of one.
Preparation is soooooo overrated.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: the more we get older the more you are the same :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Just ordered both my race tickets for Sunday and the party tickets for Tim and Pam festivities........ :2thumbs:
not doing the race , but got our Food and party tickets ordered today
Quote from: moparstuart on October 11, 2015, 07:31:16 PM
Quote from: pettybird on October 10, 2015, 05:52:34 PM
So us idiots need a room if anyone hears of one.
Preparation is soooooo overrated.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: the more we get older the more you are the same :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
don't i know it...
Stu, Don't forget the TRAILER brakes!!!! See you in Alabama with my new Daytona.... Stan.
Quote from: pettybird on October 10, 2015, 05:52:34 PM
So us idiots need a room if anyone hears of one.
Preparation is soooooo overrated.
Have no fear Doug, I am in the same boat. Needing a room as well.
Quote from: Street Teacher on October 13, 2015, 12:51:24 AM
Stu, Don't forget the TRAILER brakes!!!! See you in Alabama with my new Daytona.... Stan.
cant wait to see you buddy and so sorry for your Loss
Quote from: 69_500 on October 13, 2015, 07:05:32 AM
Quote from: pettybird on October 10, 2015, 05:52:34 PM
So us idiots need a room if anyone hears of one.
Preparation is soooooo overrated.
Have no fear Doug, I am in the same boat. Needing a room as well.
shaking my head :rotz: :rotz: :rotz:
IHAVE ONE ROOM FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED .CALL OR TEXT 1-304-222-4493 .ROOM IS AT QUALITY INN
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 01:06:10 PM
Quote from: moparstuart on October 07, 2015, 01:03:45 PM
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 11:54:17 AM
OK,
I'm registered, time to get some new wheels and tires on the car and change the oil....Better check for leaks now too....... ::)
you pay my registration too then :)
I have had tons of small little nagging things from letting it sit 3 years , so im trailering
Stuart, you still heading down early Thursday? I'm planning to hit the road from Central IL at some obscene early hour.
Also, If anyone else is heading down Thursday I'll be traveling from Peoria IL, Bypassing St Louis, then I-64 to My Vernon IL- I-57 to I-24 through Nashville and I-65 to Birmingham.
traveling with other old cars is always more entertaining!
Scott,
We are leaving southern Illinois Thursday morning using I-24 over to I-65.
So we might meet up somewhere along the way?
If not see you at the reunion!
MJ
Our plan is similar. 57 south out of Chicago to 24, then 65. Have heard that 65 between Chicago and Indy is bad ju-ju with construction.
Quote from: Mopar John on October 16, 2015, 07:49:02 PM
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 01:06:10 PM
Quote from: moparstuart on October 07, 2015, 01:03:45 PM
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 07, 2015, 11:54:17 AM
OK,
I'm registered, time to get some new wheels and tires on the car and change the oil....Better check for leaks now too....... ::)
you pay my registration too then :)
I have had tons of small little nagging things from letting it sit 3 years , so im trailering
Stuart, you still heading down early Thursday? I'm planning to hit the road from Central IL at some obscene early hour.
Also, If anyone else is heading down Thursday I'll be traveling from Peoria IL, Bypassing St Louis, then I-64 to My Vernon IL- I-57 to I-24 through Nashville and I-65 to Birmingham.
traveling with other old cars is always more entertaining!
Scott,
We are leaving southern Illinois Thursday morning using I-24 over to I-65.
So we might meet up somewhere along the way?
If not see you at the reunion!
MJ
Cool We will leave St louis as soon at Scott gets there and head that way .
Quote from: Aero426 on October 16, 2015, 09:47:23 PM
Our plan is similar. 57 south out of Chicago to 24, then 65. Have heard that 65 between Chicago and Indy is bad ju-ju with construction.
24 thru kentucky is packed with construction too , we just came that way three weeks ago . But it wasnt too full of cars during the mid morning hours
my cell number is 816-935-1246 if anyone wants to meet up with us along the way we hope to leave St Louis 7:30 Am Thursday Morning
I'll be heading out of Houston in the wee-morning hours on Thursday with two other friends ( 1 B5 Superbird and 1 B5 Charger 500 ).... So, there will be three of us cruising East on I-10 towards Mobile, Al., then North on I-65...
I'm leaving Chi-Town tomorrow and heading to an undisclosed location in Northern Alabama for some adventuring... then I'll see you all in Alexander City!
Quote from: moparstuart on October 19, 2015, 08:29:52 AM
my cell number is 816-935-1246 if anyone wants to meet up with us along the way we hope to leave St Louis 7:30 Am Thursday Morning
< signs this number up for multiple $3/minute naughty phone calls >
Quote from: held1823 on October 19, 2015, 01:32:49 PM
Quote from: moparstuart on October 19, 2015, 08:29:52 AM
my cell number is 816-935-1246 if anyone wants to meet up with us along the way we hope to leave St Louis 7:30 Am Thursday Morning
< signs this number up for multiple $3/minute naughty phone calls >
you so funny
Quote from: hemi68charger on October 19, 2015, 09:13:27 AM
I'll be heading out of Houston in the wee-morning hours on Thursday with two other friends ( 1 B5 Superbird and 1 B5 Charger 500 ).... So, there will be three of us cruising East on I-10 towards Mobile, Al., then North on I-65...
Be careful of your friends/friend !!!! :lol:
Quote from: 62 Max on October 21, 2015, 08:56:21 AM
Quote from: hemi68charger on October 19, 2015, 09:13:27 AM
I'll be heading out of Houston in the wee-morning hours on Thursday with two other friends ( 1 B5 Superbird and 1 B5 Charger 500 ).... So, there will be three of us cruising East on I-10 towards Mobile, Al., then North on I-65...
Be careful of your friends/friend !!!! :lol:
Bill, I'm holding you accountable on that particular person... I knew you here on the Board before he moved South of the Mason/Dixon line...... You should have WARNED me !!
:icon_smile_big:
Curious..
I looked at Tim's Museum website and it mentions registration Thursday Night and Friday Morning at the Museum, but then it echoes in another section of registration at their house on Friday at 10am.... What would be the proper way or are they just providing options...
See ya'll there..
Troy
Who else is in the Hampton Inn? Just now got a room. Boy am I last minute or what.
I echo Troy's question on registering. I had thought I completed it online, but it appears I did not. So do I need to do it at the museum on Friday morning or at Tims house?
You can register online at any time. Or you can do it in person for the same price Thurs/Fri.
Arrived at western Inn by Atlanta Speedway three wings in the parking lot wish I had one of mine here
We are full up for the party now. Just a heads up.
So I can not register at the door?
Quote from: Devil on September 23, 2015, 01:19:26 PM
This price will be the same price online or at the door.
Also you can purchase tickets online up to 1 week before the reunion. After that it will only be at the show.
Guess this changed.
I'm posting pictures every night on my flickr page.
www.flickr.com/hemipwr70
Also I am doing updates of video and pics on my "The Auto Archaeologist" page on Facebook.
I'd be pissed if I drove 2500 miles based on the "at the door", only to find out once there I couldn't get in. Would be my general luck though..
It all turned out fine.
Good to hear.. really wishing I could have made the run there!.. but then my 'Bird would have 61,000 miles on it instead of 56! :icon_smile_big:
I made the new Facebook Group public now. We can share all our pictures and video for the event in one place!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/AeroWarriorReunion/
Also I'm working on pictures now. Only a few thousand!
All I can say is WOW!
I got back home this morning about 1:30 AM, safely with no car issues and still grinning!
This was my third Aero reunion in Talladega and it was by far my favorite.
Kudos to Doug and the rest of the people from the club and to Tim Welborn and the army of people in Alexander City & Talladega. I enjoyed the time (and food) at Tim's house and the museum. The trip up to the track this year was really nice, the pull-off and regroup on the shoulder was a great idea and the police escort/traffic control for us into the track was super.
Overall this was a great event and very well done. I'm already looking forward to 2019!
Personally for me, the best part was that outside of a mysterious electrical gremlin that disappeared 10 minutes after it showed up, my car ran great and did not use any oil or require any repairs!
By the numbers: I put 1,722 miles on the Superturd in those 4 days, burned 348 gallons of gas, averaged about 11.2 MPG and consumed no oil or other parts!
:2thumbs: :cheers:
Wish I could've done this again this year, but it wasn't in the cards, what's this about 2019? :scratchchin:
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 26, 2015, 09:37:29 AM
By the numbers: I put 1,722 miles on the Superturd in those 4 days, burned 348 gallons of gas, averaged about 11.2 MPG and consumed no oil or other parts!
:2thumbs: :cheers:
by my math: 1,722 miles / 348 gallons of gas = 4.9 miles per gallon :icon_smile_big:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-EmAgkqmR4&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMKyUwMY_Zg&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkRVZ4PAz5w&feature=youtu.be
Thanks for all the great movies and pictures Stu. Feel almost like I was there. :2thumbs:
This Aero car section was like a ghost town while everyone was in Talladega.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylm9C3v9ydk&feature=youtu.be
Ok, well here are the pictures that I've shot over the past few days. If anyone would like a copy of a certain picture, of a good quality and without the watermark, please just drop me an email. TheAutoArchaeologist@yahoo.com
https://www.flickr.com/photos/hemipwr70/collections/72157660390802611/
Ryan
We also had a great time and made some new friends. Still on our way home as we stopped for the night in Indy. Still working on video from the Atlanta laps, but since we did 28 miles on the track, there is a lot of video.
Here is a link to my video from the wing, we did not move quickly most of the time, but still great to be on the actual track.
https://youtu.be/iuiIARQnLZ0 (https://youtu.be/iuiIARQnLZ0)
Quote from: 6bblgt on October 26, 2015, 02:27:45 PM
Wish I could've done this again this year, but it wasn't in the cards, what's this about 2019? :scratchchin:
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 26, 2015, 09:37:29 AM
By the numbers: I put 1,722 miles on the Superturd in those 4 days, burned 348 gallons of gas, averaged about 11.2 MPG and consumed no oil or other parts!
:2thumbs: :cheers:
by my math: 1,722 miles / 348 gallons of gas = 4.9 miles per gallon :icon_smile_big:
See this is what happens when I don't get enough sleep!
The corrected numbers are 1,722 miles, burned 154.12 Gallons of gas at a cost of $348!
I was enjoying buying 93 Octane premium at about $2.25 per gallon!
:icon_smile_big: :icon_smile_big: :icon_smile_big: :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 27, 2015, 07:39:29 AM
Quote from: 6bblgt on October 26, 2015, 02:27:45 PM
Wish I could've done this again this year, but it wasn't in the cards, what's this about 2019? :scratchchin:
Quote from: 70Sbird on October 26, 2015, 09:37:29 AM
By the numbers: I put 1,722 miles on the Superturd in those 4 days, burned 348 gallons of gas, averaged about 11.2 MPG and consumed no oil or other parts!
:2thumbs: :cheers:
by my math: 1,722 miles / 348 gallons of gas = 4.9 miles per gallon :icon_smile_big:
See this is what happens when I don't get enough sleep!
The corrected numbers are 1,722 miles, burned 154.12 Gallons of gas at a cost of $348!
I was enjoying buying 93 Octane premium at about $2.25 per gallon!
:icon_smile_big: :icon_smile_big: :icon_smile_big: :icon_smile_big:
I seen that car
Quote from: 6bblgt on October 26, 2015, 02:27:45 PM
Wish I could've done this again this year, but it wasn't in the cards, what's this about 2019? :scratchchin:
Get busy, because you only have four years to wait this time.
http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/all-of-the-nascar-aero-dodges-plymouths-fords-and-mercurys-ever-made-are-here-at-this-one-gathering/ar-BBms3nw?li=AA8mH2%20%20=
Quote from: johntpr on October 27, 2015, 03:46:50 PM
http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/all-of-the-nascar-aero-dodges-plymouths-fords-and-mercurys-ever-made-are-here-at-this-one-gathering/ar-BBms3nw?li=AA8mH2%20%20=
Nice
What an amazing event.
I'm still trying to fully comprehend everything we saw and experienced.
Great job by Doug, the Wellborns, Museum staff, and everyone involved in putting this incredible event together.
Also thanks to Ryan, and everyone else who is sharing their pics and videos.
I had a GREAT time. It was a blast to have my long-time best bud from as far back at the 10th grade Andy fly out to Houston to join me. I also enjoyed the fellowship with my buddy Dave in Houston and his friend Ron along with Cliff and his Wife Allyn. My Daytona ran great and so proud of it.. I really really really enjoyed those QTP electric dumps. Based on the reactions of the fans there at the race, so did they....
ONLY drawback was, on the way back from the track's activities, the ole' girl started making some loud ticking noises in Sylacauga ( thinking, and hoping, one of the torque converter bolts has backed out and tapping the 727 inspection cover )... Didn't want to take any chances, so I jumped into Dave's Superbird and off we went to get my truck and trailer. An hour later, we were all eating dinner at Ruby Tuesdays.... All good.........
1. The Houston gang
2. Broke down in Sylacauga
3. View from the passenger front seat in Dave's survivor Superbird.. Man, that thing runs so smooth and love that bench seat.
4. Back at the hotel waiting for the rain after a nice dinner.
Quote from: hemi68charger on October 28, 2015, 09:43:01 AM
I had a GREAT time. It was a blast to have my long-time best bud from as far back at the 10th grade Andy fly out to Houston to join me. I also enjoyed the fellowship with my buddy Dave in Houston and his friend Ron along with Cliff and his Wife Allyn. My Daytona ran great and so proud of it.. I really really really enjoyed those QTP electric dumps. Based on the reactions of the fans there at the race, so did they....
ONLY drawback was, on the way back from the track's activities, the ole' girl started making some loud ticking noises in Sylacauga ( thinking, and hoping, one of the torque converter bolts has backed out and tapping the 727 inspection cover )... Didn't want to take any chances, so I jumped into Dave's Superbird and off we went to get my truck and trailer. An hour later, we were all eating dinner at Ruby Tuesdays.... All good.........
1. The Houston gang
2. Broke down in Sylacauga
3. View from the passenger front seat in Dave's survivor Superbird.. Man, that thing runs so smooth and love that bench seat.
4. Back at the hotel waiting for the rain after a nice dinner.
Great pics. Hope it is nothing major. Nice to see you.
Quote from: Aero426 on October 28, 2015, 10:57:23 AM
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Great pics. Hope it is nothing major. Nice to see you.
Doug,,, you, Tim, Pam and the rest of the gang behind the scenes, who carried out this operation did one hell of a job !!! :2thumbs:
Can't wait till the next one ( Hopefully I'll have my Joe-Dirt Superbird ready for that one ).........
Speaking of the next one ... when might that be?? Couldn't make this one (taking care of my dad) but would make arrangements to be at the next one! LOVED the videos, especially Stuarts when he went thru the crowd and got to hit the gas a bit. I was wondering what mph he hit on that part but I see that his speedo wasn't working. Stuart -- any estimate? Looked like a great time and I'm jealous I couldn't make it.
Quote from: r4daytona on October 28, 2015, 11:48:17 AM
Speaking of the next one ... when might that be?? Couldn't make this one (taking care of my dad) but would make arrangements to be at the next one! LOVED the videos, especially Stuarts when he went thru the crowd and got to hit the gas a bit. I was wondering what mph he hit on that part but I see that his speedo wasn't working. Stuart -- any estimate? Looked like a great time and I'm jealous I couldn't make it.
Only four years until the 50th anniversary event in 2019.
Quote from: r4daytona on October 28, 2015, 11:48:17 AM
Speaking of the next one ... when might that be?? Couldn't make this one (taking care of my dad) but would make arrangements to be at the next one! LOVED the videos, especially Stuarts when he went thru the crowd and got to hit the gas a bit. I was wondering what mph he hit on that part but I see that his speedo wasn't working. Stuart -- any estimate? Looked like a great time and I'm jealous I couldn't make it.
Speed wont work as the viper trans has no place for a cable , my garmin has a GPS speedo on it we were not suppost to exceed 40 mph so i will plead the 5th but im thinking i heard someone say double that , we almost hit a few people ? not sure why they were allowed to run out in front of us
I would say on the back stretch the group of 500's were approaching triple digits for a bit to catch the pace car that had walked off from us during the crowd of people.
Quote from: 69_500 on October 28, 2015, 04:17:25 PM
I would say on the back stretch the group of 500's were approaching triple digits for a bit to catch the pace car that had walked off from us during the crowd of people.
An official wanted us 500's to go double file but there wasn't room for 2 of us in turn one and I was a couple feet out in the grass and the pace car takes off so I tried to catch up with it then it stops dead at the back gate. After Atlanta my car drove great, I changed the alternator and regulator and got voltage back in it. Hey I had a great time and hope everyone else did to.
Quote from: Highbanked Hauler on October 28, 2015, 06:37:46 PM
Quote from: 69_500 on October 28, 2015, 04:17:25 PM
I would say on the back stretch the group of 500's were approaching triple digits for a bit to catch the pace car that had walked off from us during the crowd of people.
An official wanted us 500's to go double file but there wasn't room for 2 of us in turn one and I was a couple feet out in the grass and the pace car takes off so I tried to catch up with it then it stops dead at the back gate. After Atlanta my car drove great, I changed the alternator and regulator and got voltage back in it. Hey I had a great time and hope everyone else did to.
it was great meeting you Al, well meeting your car :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :icon_smile_big: we almost ran over a few people running out in front of us , couldnt believe they didnt keep them back
anyone know what the final count of Aero cars that attended?
Quote from: A383Wing on October 28, 2015, 10:37:18 PM
anyone know what the final count of Aero cars that attended?
i have heard 60-65 wings
I counted 73 wing cars on Sunday. Excluding the 1971 wings. Then 6 500's made laps, but 2 500's were at event but did not do laps. Did not get a count on the Fords, sorry.
Finally put together the video from Atlanta. It is 38 minutes long and has the ride into the track and all 17 laps. Lots of cars moving around, maybe you will see someone you know. :cheers:
https://youtu.be/zu_5AguFJM0 (https://youtu.be/zu_5AguFJM0)
Stuart, I know you were avoiding the people but I thought you were purposely letting that blue bird get way in front of you. At least that's what I'd do. :lol: I'm guessing there were rules not to let the cars creep over the yellow line? I know at those slow speeds cars really can't get up the banks, but it would be cool just to feel a little bit of it. Anyway, nice videos Stu.
Quote from: 69_500 on October 29, 2015, 06:56:49 AM
I counted 73 wing cars on Sunday. Excluding the 1971 wings. Then 6 500's made laps, but 2 500's were at event but did not do laps. Did not get a count on the Fords, sorry.
wayne headed home , I dont understand why he is so into the race cars but doesnt do the laps ?
Quote from: r4daytona on October 29, 2015, 08:08:55 AM
Stuart, I know you were avoiding the people but I thought you were purposely letting that blue bird get way in front of you. At least that's what I'd do. :lol: I'm guessing there were rules not to let the cars creep over the yellow line? I know at those slow speeds cars really can't get up the banks, but it would be cool just to feel a little bit of it. Anyway, nice videos Stu.
We were threated with our lifes and no more events ever if we went above the yellow line , we couldnt even walk up there to take pictures . I was in the back seat taking pictures that was my buddy Chris driving .
70EK2 - guess I was wrong - you guys were able to go a little higher. I didn't watch every lap but that was very cool. I thought (due to never going to one) that you all would have had to stay in single file. So that was in the evening with the sun shining, in Stus' videos it looked overcast - did you guys get to go to the track twice?
Quote from: r4daytona on October 29, 2015, 08:52:25 AM
70EK2 - guess I was wrong - you guys were able to go a little higher. I didn't watch every lap but that was very cool. I thought (due to never going to one) that you all would have had to stay in single file. So that was in the evening - did you guys get to go to the track twice?
that was Atlanta Motor Speedway on Thursday , Totally different Rules !!
So at Altanta would they have allowed someone to drive some laps and then pull in to a pit area and switch drivers so a friend could then drive?
Quote from: r4daytona on October 29, 2015, 09:16:56 AM
So at Altanta would they have allowed someone to drive some laps and then pull in to a pit area and switch drivers so a friend could then drive?
i cant answer that for you , but at taladega we did slow down enough after the first lap I could have done that , and switched .
Quote from: r4daytona on October 29, 2015, 09:16:56 AM
So at Altanta would they have allowed someone to drive some laps and then pull in to a pit area and switch drivers so a friend could then drive?
Yes, you could pull down the pit road. It did not appear there was any concern with passenger and driver changes. It was a very free spirited event.
Most of the single seat cars had Jocko Flockos riding shotgun.
Here's a pretty cool video that someone took from the stands as we all drove by:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjzHDVUBZv4
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on October 29, 2015, 04:15:18 PM
Here's a pretty cool video that someone took from the stands as we all drove by:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjzHDVUBZv4
I didn't realize there was a good amount of non Aero cars included in the reunion...
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on October 29, 2015, 06:05:04 PM
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on October 29, 2015, 04:15:18 PM
Here's a pretty cool video that someone took from the stands as we all drove by:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjzHDVUBZv4
I didn't realize there was a good amount of non Aero cars included in the reunion...
I'm at 6:29
Quote from: moparstuart on October 28, 2015, 10:28:48 PM
Quote from: Highbanked Hauler on October 28, 2015, 06:37:46 PM
Quote from: 69_500 on October 28, 2015, 04:17:25 PM
I would say on the back stretch the group of 500's were approaching triple digits for a bit to catch the pace car that had walked off from us during the crowd of people.
An official wanted us 500's to go double file but there wasn't room for 2 of us in turn one and I was a couple feet out in the grass and the pace car takes off so I tried to catch up with it then it stops dead at the back gate. After Atlanta my car drove great, I changed the alternator and regulator and got voltage back in it. Hey I had a great time and hope everyone else did to.
it was great meeting you Al, well meeting your car :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :icon_smile_big: we almost ran over a few people running out in front of us , couldnt believe they didnt keep them back
You too Stuart, there was so much going on I didn't get more than a minute or two to talk with anybody. Someone said it was Sensory Overload and that describes it well.
Here Lies Ryan, we hardly knew him. :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol: :rofl: :rofl: :cheers:
Here is a cool pic with the three Mopar areo cars.
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on October 30, 2015, 10:33:32 AM
Here Lies Ryan, we hardly knew him. :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol: :rofl: :rofl: :cheers:
what did you hit him over the head with ?
Quote from: 70EK2Bird on October 30, 2015, 11:20:22 AM
Here is a cool pic with the three Mopar areo cars.
:2thumbs: Awesome......
very nice wkend it s my dream to see many aero cars :drool5:
Great event, looking forward to trying to buy an Aero car I can drive to the event in 2019. The three cars from Seattle ended up splitting up on the way home, I'll post some pics later on my road trip thread. Daytona got home Wednesday, I got home in the Bird at 1pm yesterday, and the 500 is almost home after dropping off Sean Machado in Palm Desert.
Quote from: hergfest on October 31, 2015, 04:40:38 PM
Great event, looking forward to trying to buy an Aero car I can drive to the event in 2019. The three cars from Seattle ended up splitting up on the way home, I'll post some pics later on my road trip thread. Daytona got home Wednesday, I got home in the Bird at 1pm yesterday, and the 500 is almost home after dropping off Sean Machado in Palm Desert.
Nice that you all are good to go.... :2thumbs:
https://youtu.be/MCxIXLHjazQ
Quote from: moparstuart on October 30, 2015, 12:10:06 PM
Quote from: Dave Kanofsky on October 30, 2015, 10:33:32 AM
Here Lies Ryan, we hardly knew him. :smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol: :rofl: :rofl: :cheers:
what did you hit him over the head with ?
Constant abuse, that's what I get!
?? for aero 426 ?? or devil?? is nascar and or nbc--STUPIT?? to see Tally race i had too go watch at a bar,,,, well 2 1/2 hrs of pre race an they screwed up a great oppertunity,,an barly show the aero cars. waste time on track banking with that clown,interview with bus boozoes. lots of air time showing infield ,but not the aero cars.. showed the 88 blue tona an red tallidega twice.show back of stuies bird.but most of aero car time was over the boozoes shoulder while they were talking too much. an the cars were so far off you barely could tell they might have a wing on them..
? just wondering sure wood of love to have been there an seen all the great cars.?
Too all that had a part in setting up the show an getting ya cars there,THANKS ALOT,DJ west coast. maybee 2019 ?? :popcrn: :popcrn: :cheers: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: djcarguy on November 19, 2015, 07:29:53 AM
?? for aero 426 ?? or devil?? is nascar and or nbc--STUPIT?? to see Tally race i had too go watch at a bar,,,, well 2 1/2 hrs of pre race an they screwed up a great oppertunity,,an barly show the aero cars. waste time on track banking with that clown,interview with bus boozoes. lots of air time showing infield ,but not the aero cars.. showed the 88 blue tona an red tallidega twice.show back of stuies bird.but most of aero car time was over the boozoes shoulder while they were talking too much. an the cars were so far off you barely could tell they might have a wing on them..
? just wondering sure wood of love to have been there an seen all the great cars.?
Too all that had a part in setting up the show an getting ya cars there,THANKS ALOT,DJ west coast. maybee 2019 ?? :popcrn: :popcrn: :cheers: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
We got more TV time than we usually get. Which is none. Also, the magazine and social media coverage has FAR exceeded past years. They also had us on the jumbotron during the track laps. That has never happened before. We got to go out later this time which helped. Who knows, maybe we can get more air time for 2019.
some of us got more jumbotron time then others :icon_smile_big:
Talking to Tim yesterday at MCACN, he said the social media articles and postings on Hot Rod.com and related blogs generated over a million hits. I think he said 1.4 million. :cheers:
One can only hope that the next one in 2019 celebrating the 50th anniversary will be even bigger and have better coverage than years past
What wood bee the 2nd,3rd,4th best mopar an maybee Wing car shows ??? looking for big show info, farther west?? Think most wing cars ive ever seen in one place ,7 cars.was north west Hot Rod crusin at Portland raceway,back in 86-87.. they had a mopar show on the infield on sat ,of 3 day open show an race event.
thanks,DJ out west coast,OR. :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn: :cheers: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: djcarguy on November 23, 2015, 05:08:28 AM
What wood bee the 2nd,3rd,4th best mopar an maybee Wing car shows ??? looking for big show info, farther west??
We used to regularly get 20-30 (sometimes more) wing/aero cars at the MonsterMopar show in St. Louis, on an annual basis. That's a hard 2-day drive from the great northwest.
I heard from multiple people at Talladega that an attempt could be in the making to revive the MonsterMopar show in the future; but unless/until that happens, the largest events you'll see will likely be the wing car clubs' meets - which move around a bit. I haven't looked to see where the 2016 meets will be held - perhaps there's one further west this upcoming year?
Quote from: Aero426 on November 23, 2015, 12:09:07 AM
Talking to Tim yesterday at MCACN, he said the social media articles and postings on Hot Rod.com and related blogs generated over a million hits. I think he said 1.4 million. :cheers:
We've been pimping it pretty hard on the website. And there is more down the pipeline planned.
There is supposed to be an Aero Car Meet at Spring Fling this year in Van Nuys. Spring Fling is the best Mopar show on the West Coast.
Been to mopars shows in Gram,wa- woodburn an portland raceways- Medford an lots of shows in my area Eugene,OR.Did go to Good guys show in pleasaton CA an puallup WA,not mopar mostly old rods.
was thinking heard big mopar shows in COLARado an Flinge, what L.A.area. Any date for Fling,thats bout 900 miles south of me. Thanks info is goood if i can remember it,i make lots of notes on my calander. DJ :popcrn: :popcrn: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Spring Fling is April 23rd and 24th at Woodley Park in Van Nuys, CA. LA Area. Its a good drive down, we do it every year. Usually go to Fall Fling too.
I just went on YouTube and found a bunch of videos on there from the event. Take a look on the Aero Warriors Reunion 2015 group.
Nice Geoff Stunkard article on the meet with pics.
http://www.hotrod.com/events/1512-mopar-aero-car-reunion-at-talladega-superspeedway/ (http://www.hotrod.com/events/1512-mopar-aero-car-reunion-at-talladega-superspeedway/)
What did you guys think about the reunion?! All the parts. What was good, what could we have done better? What would you like to see for the future? We are already putting stuff together for the 50th. So let me know!
The reunion was GREAT!
But let's start with this one opportunity to make it better:
Take over the SONIC parking lot for the day we are at the museum!
That way ALL the AERO cars can be close together.
Some of the cars were parked along the street and in the strip mall a block away!
The SONIC couldn't handle those of us that went over for lunch as it was.
I waited for over an hour standing/sitting by the drive up menu board for our food!
We would keep them plenty busy with our group.
MJ
Quote from: Mopar John on January 05, 2016, 08:44:03 PM
The reunion was GREAT!
But let's start with this one opportunity to make it better:
Take over the SONIC parking lot for the day we are at the museum!
That way ALL the AERO cars can be close together.
Some of the cars were parked along the street and in the strip mall a block away!
The SONIC couldn't handle those of us that went over for lunch as it was.
I waited for over an hour standing/sitting by the drive up menu board for our food!
We would keep them plenty busy with our group.
MJ
Plus I wound up with the wrong order at the end of that hour. I got someone else's sandwich.
I like the day at the Talladega Museum we have done in the past. I vote for making it a Thursday thru Sunday event. Thursday roll in and hang at Tims. Friday spend the day at the Welbourne Museum. Saturday at the Talladega museum. Sunday at the track for laps then leave.
what day did you get to go to Atlanta Speedway? Or was that something separate?
Quote from: A383Wing on January 06, 2016, 05:37:42 PM
what day did you get to go to Atlanta Speedway? Or was that something separate?
Atlanta was Thursday and technically, a separate event.
For the 50th, I would also like to see the event extended by a day to do a display there at the Talladega museum. The panoramic photo setup is a lot of work, but for this event, it would be worth the effort.
This weekend Tim will be on PowerNation with the K&K.
http://powernationtv.com/post/bobby-isaacs-1969-dodge-daytona
This weekend, My Classic Car with Dennis Gage will debut the episode that was filmed at the Aero Warrior Reunion.
We have only seen the preview of the episode. But check out the preview at the link below, and the photo gallery!
It's going to be on the Velocity Channel. Check local listings for exact time.
http://www.myclassiccar.com/episode/20/14/
Thank you Doug, you can now watch the full My Classic Car episode on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/iqg_UA42MlI