Not going has been driving me nuts...so, we're back in. Didn't build anything new, so the same car is coming back. Per already has my registration, vacation approved and hotel booked.
Looking forward to seeing everyone!
Not going has been driving me nuts...so, we're back in. Didn't build anything new, so the same car is coming back. Per already has my registration, vacation approved and hotel booked.
Looking forward to seeing everyone!
Pat wrote: Not going has been driving me nuts...so, we're back in. Didn't build anything new, so the same car is coming back.
Awesome! I love that car. Last year I was blown away by how good those fender flares looked.
Ok, so the Celica isn't coming...
Pat wrote: Not going has been driving me nuts...so, we're back in. Didn't build anything new, so the same car is coming back. Per already has my registration, vacation approved and hotel booked. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
Awesome, I really wanted to check out the ScAries last year in person but I wasn't able to make it.
Pat wrote: Not going has been driving me nuts...so, we're back in. Didn't build anything new, so the same car is coming back. Per already has my registration, vacation approved and hotel booked. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
...And with that announcement, my pick for overall win goes to you sir. Have fun!
In reply to hobiercr:
I was bummed to see that this weekend. Thanks a ton for the spare room, I know Tom and Rob put it to good use. I was wiped after not sleeping much the night before otherwise I would have come down for some drinks.
See you this weekend!
Greg Voth wrote: I was wiped after not sleeping much the night before otherwise I would have come down for some drinks.
Dude, you looked wiped out. Limping and a big burn to boot! I really can't wait to get the engine out and figure out what went wrong. From the sound of it we had a bearing going but why so early?? We already have plans to pull out my '80 GLC and drop a 2.3/T5 drivetrain in it. Short wheelbase + ~200hp + a welded rear, sounds like fun to me!
I'm still on the fence for this weekend. I just hate coming without a car and I just don't see me getting one of my "potential" vehicles done in time.
Pat wrote: Not going has been driving me nuts...so, we're back in. Didn't build anything new, so the same car is coming back. Per already has my registration, vacation approved and hotel booked. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
NICE. 
10 years ago, I never would have thought I would be looking forward to seeing a Dodge Aries, especially with box flares. Thanks GRM!
Turns out a shorted alternator is hot and concrete steps do not give way to a big toe.
Given the coloring I think its broken, not that I can do anything about it either way.
If I was a betting man, I would bet on the ScAries to win. Good looking and Fast is a good combination. Looking forward to Thursday.
spin_out wrote: If I was a betting man, I would bet on the ScAries to win. Good looking and Fast is a good combination. Looking forward to Thursday.
While I appreciate the vote of confidence, I'm not holding my breath. While the car has definitely been a trooper, the old stuff used to build it in the first place is one year older today.
See you guys in a few days!
I was going to drive after going on line to get my tickets.
$1,000 for a round trip per Preson Thats $3k for us to fly. WTF!!!!!!!!!!!
My wife wont let me drive this year. And I cant make it if I leave today. I have 800 miles of TX befor Im near FL. That is two days of driving and still In TX.
Im so mad I dont know what to do!
who drives 400 miles a day? Seriously? 800 miles, average 65mph = 12 hours. you could be there in 14-15 hours tops.
I'd love to roll that 900 miles from home to Gainesville, sadly I have to work. 
I will be there for the first time.
I have agreed to take turns at windshield time in Mongo.
$1,000 for a round trip per Preson Thats $3k for us to fly. WTF!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm cornfused. You're shopping for tickets a WEEK in advance? Yeah, they're usually more expensive that way. Also: If you're pricing Gainesville, it's a tiny airport. Tiny = expensive. Try Tampa and Orlando. Oh, and if this is Johnny, HTFU MAN!!!
You can't fly in commercial to Gainesville. Your best bet would be Jacksonville then drive.
Anyone know if I can get an additional driver wristband Thursday night?
In reply to poopshovel:
Yea its me, Jonny Yugo My wife is in charge of travel this year. I did not know she had not booked the flight. Till last night. Thats all I can say and stay maryed.
In reply to Bobzilla:
That will only get me out of Texas With only 800 miles to Gainesvill
We are on the way down right now with the Jeep! Driving through PA right now.
I'm realizing i should be sleeping since i need to be up in 6 hours to run a bunch of errands before i drive down to meet The Little Lamborghini.
I think i fixed my clutch... need to do 3-4 back to back pulls and see if it keeps holding.
The Mazda seems to be doing well, I"m gonna see about a few suspected boost leaks, and clean it up, and pack my bags! Prolly gonna roll outta Sutton around 2-3am Thursday evening. Have a safe trip everyone, and if anyone has any trouble, I'm gonna be coming down I-77, I-95 is anyone has trouble or wants to cruise down along that route my number is 304-517-5245, just hit me up and I'll gladly stop and help.
I think this will be the 3rd Challenge in a row I've been sick for. At least this time I'll be getting over it before the Challenge instead of catching it at the Challenge like in years past.
I will be loading up thursday and leaving friday at 6 am for the grueling 80 mile drive to Gville. I feel for you guys that are making long treks. Good luck and be safe
71 miles to Host Hotel Keg for us
80 miles? Pfffff, my drive is 90 miles. I'll be worn out when I get there
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