In a few weeks it's Turlock swap meet time again :beers:

The weekend of the 27/28th is it.

Its the 2 day event, I would love to host the BBQ as usual, and maybe we can get Kinzli and his local award winning beer out here too (local I mean by us taste sensitive palates :p )

I may drag the Chevelle out, and put it in the for sale area like usual. My truck got it's door banged up a little bit so it looks like poo :o

Ron, Sewage is looking forward to seeing you again ;)

I'm going to try like a SOB to make it Craig. I believe I'm free that weekend at this point. It'd be cool to hang out again.

I too would like to make it this time...

How much does the "car corral" cost? Purchase at the gate? or must prepay?

Debating if I should attempt to take the wagon... Seems to run okay around here (only gone about 2 miles though)... Need to fix a few things first, but nothing major (I think)...

Convertible has NO heater, so that out...

Tony

I won't have any beer ready :( It takes about a good 4 weeks to go from grain to beer, and I can't do it this week :(

I'll be there.

Kinzli, just make us up some St Ides, maybe some Old English. Should only take a couple of hours given that good beer takes 4 weeks. Make us up some malt liquor, i'll bring the dominoes and some pistols for everyone to accessorize with. :D

I'll bring the O.E. 800. Word! :p

well,
maybe I won't bring the wagon to Turlock...


Monday I was replacing the tranny cooler lines. Hand bent some steel hardlines, but still connected with hose and clamps...

everything went okay, checked for leaks, and all was well..

Put it in gear; Rev/Drive/Rev/Drive, etc (fill the convertor and cooler) and then checked the fluid level... added some fluid, and went and dropped it back in gear... Everything going smooth...


THEN, I got out to recheck, and to my horror, one hose slipped off (under the front bumper), shooting about 1 quart of tranny fluid all over the garage (shot about 7-8 feet)... Big puddles on the floor, right on top of 4 extension cords (just took down Christmas lights), AND all over the front of my convertible!!! Luckily, it didn't reach the convertible top...

DOH!!!

All is fine now, after an hour of cleaning... I realize that BOTH motor mounts are wasted (in gear, the engine torques way off the mounts!). Got some new ones on order... Debating IF I should flare the line and add some additional hardline, eliminating all hose...

Craig I may try to make it if the weather is good, I may even have my 66 in the car corral this time with a real" its for sale sign", my health has been going down hill some and it may be time to sell my baby.

I will be there. No chevelle with me this year.

i'll be there , i think im going to park in the cars for sale area (just so i dont have to leave my car outside) i'll keep an eye out for you guys

Craig I may try to make it if the weather is good, I may even have my 66 in the car corral this time with a real" its for sale sign", my health has been going down hill some and it may be time to sell my baby.

:confused: I hope it's nothing serious, or you just are having trouble wrenching anymore....

The car corral *was* $25 a day to park your car in the fairgrounds last year, $40 for the weekend. You can pay at the gate as usual, but the day before one can purchase tickets in the dirt parking lot out back if you wanted to to insure a spot the next morning. Tony, you sound like me when I was 18 and driving my old Camaro for the first time with the trans fluid lines. Man, that was a huge mess :o

If anyone brings the cars in, we like to try to park together, like in a row or whatever works out. And then wander around and look for parts most of the morning with Ron, Al (try to make it my man, doooiieeet) and Tony with his cardboard billboard around his neck with the kneeknocker sign on it. I have developed a wise streak in myself the last couple of years and brought lawn type chairs with me, the legs get tired after all of that walking....and for newcomers I like to have everyone over at the house (in Turlock) for eats and a few beers so don't be shy :)

Oh, and my dog likes ice cubes.

Jeff, no worry man, just bring yourself if you can make it, we all miss ya around :) Your beer is the best though :beers:

Beaux, you had me laughing until I cried, funny stuff :yes:

I'll bring the O.E. 800. Mu%*# F*#^&@! :p

Ficksed ;)

I’m hoping to be there with my Uncles 66 Lincoln Continental 2 Dr. and also, my 86 Porsche 944 Turbo. Plus a few Big and Small block parts. I hope to be on my feet by then, but I also said that 2 months ago.

Once I get rid of the turbo, I can make some progress on the El Camino.

I look forward to meeting you guys.

Dan

Just a p/u truck this year - we'll be there Saturday EARLY

Oh, and my dog likes ice cubes.



And chips....and donuts...and beans...the occasional dead rat....

Essentially - eats anything on the floor (kind of like Ron) :D

And chips....and donuts...and beans...the occasional dead rat....

Essentially - eats anything on the floor (kind of like Ron) :D

True, how else is she going to hit a svelt 130lbs? It's hard work I will say that :)

Anyone up for meeting at the local Wal-Mart this year? We usually get there about 6:30 or so, then go in from there. Unless someone wants to get up eearlier and go to IHOP for breakfast first at 6AM or so.

Where is everyone going to be hanging out? I am a part renter on a "parts for sale" where a bunch of local guys hang out, drink only a couple, stay the night friday night, eat early breakfast on sat and head back to work the sales. I believe our spot is I19:beers: (we are on the row closest to the rail road tracks right next to the port o potties. There will probably be an inclosed transport tailer there (for me and the others to sleep in) I would love to meet some of you. if you want to email me rodnamy@sbcglobal.net

I am a part renter on a "parts for sale" where a bunch of local guys hang out, drink only a couple, stay the night friday night, eat early breakfast on sat and head back to work the sales. I believe our spot is I19:beers: I would love to meet some of you.

So, any Chevelle goodies? Will you cut your Nor Cal TC buddies some good deals? :D

Ive got some high back chevelle buckets in good working order, they need to be recovered and new pads, a set of media blasted and painted Ralleys with the plastic centercaps and incorrect beauty rings, not much else 'sept a couple of sets of camel hump 202 heads and some odds and ends. The other guys will probably have lots of other stuff but not sure what. Im not able to part with much of my '64 stuff yet as Im not done with my build yet. When Im done Im going to off load everything left over.

Where is everyone going to be hanging out?

We usually roam around and walk every row in the place (10 miles :o )

Then head back over to the cars for sale area and set up camp somewhere aroung there.

What time will your group be done? I imagine when the place closes down around 3 or so. If you have time, swing by the BBQ at my place (about 5 min from the fairgrounds), we should be there hanging out still until 6-7.

I would love to meet up with some of you guys. Craig I sent you a PM with my #. give me a call that weekend.

Rod

Are we talking of meeting on Saturday or Sunday? Either day, I'll be able to make it.

Are we talking of meeting on Saturday or Sunday? Either day, I'll be able to make it.


Im hoping for a saturday deal, myself. Sunday kind of makes for a long day before having to go back to work monday and the overhead of work the next day always cuts things short because folks want to get home at a reasonable time. Plus, if its saturday I could pass in Craigs bushes and not even worry about it (Notice I DID NOT SAY in the DRIVEWAY!) ;)

(Notice I DID NOT SAY in the DRIVEWAY!) ;)

Haha, I forgot about that, Ron you around? Hear that, he will be in the bushes :yes:

I am sorry about not saying what day I wanted to go, Saturday like usual :)

Haha, I forgot about that, Ron you around? Hear that, he will be in the bushes :yes:

I am sorry about not saying what day I wanted to go, Saturday like usual :)


Sweet.

I will never forget that story. Ever.

I'll be there.... chastity belt on, beers in tow. :D

Haha, I forgot about that, Ron you around? Hear that, he will be in the bushes :yes:

I am sorry about not saying what day I wanted to go, Saturday like usual :)

I figured it was Saturday. I'll be there. Just not at 6:30am.

NEVER pass out with Ron or Craig or Reta around. Beaux are you forgetting all the New Years Eve stories Craig and Reta have told us through the years?? NEVER, ever, ever, ever, ever, pass out around Craig and Reta :D .

I figured it was Saturday. I'll be there. Just not at 6:30am.

NEVER pass out with Ron or Craig or Reta around. Beaux are you forgetting all the New Years Eve stories Craig and Reta have told us through the years?? NEVER, ever, ever, ever, ever, pass out around Craig and Reta :D .

Al, shhhhh you will blow our cover. Reta has stocked up on hot pink nail polish and 'obsession for women' perfume this year....plus those large jars of mayonaise may come in handy too :yes:

(Notice I DID NOT SAY in the DRIVEWAY!) ;) :D

Ya that was truly a great story. So Jeff we going to ride over together. I will be there for sure can't wait to see Sew, no saw sew LOL:noway: :noway:

:D

Ya that was truly a great story. So Jeff we going to ride over together. I will be there for sure can't wait to see Sew, no saw sew LOL:noway: :noway:

I'm not sure if I can make it, Ron. If I can, I'm game to carpool...but won't know until just before then, unfortunately.

Hehe, I just got done watching Airplane! the movie, love the jive talking dudes

Ordering dinner,

"Bet babe, slide a piece o' the porter, drinks I run the java"

"Lookie here, I can dig grease and trumpet on some butter draggin' through the garden" :D

Jeff, hope you can make it, seriously. Ronny, do you have another way over here that Friday or Saturday?

Airplane is great! Funny as all get out.

"Roger. Roger." :D

I just bought Bullitt. 2 DVD set. I guess there's a bunch of extra stuff on the 2nd DVD. Can't wait to watch it...

I hope Ron and Kinzli makes it as well.

Where's Jeff Mellow at? You out there Jeff?

Yeah, I'm here. Really doesn't look too good this year. Chris is still up at the CHP academy, should graduate in March. He has a class on the Saturday of the swap meet. Too bad, cause he and his wife have an apartment in Sacramento. Oh well, we'll see what happens this summer. Would like to see ya'all.

Jeff, hope you can make it, seriously. Ronny, do you have another way over here that Friday or Saturday?

Hey Craig Ya i'll just take the ACE train over on Friday and stay with my sister in Riverbank. I will definately make it:beers: !

Awesome Phil, I let Sewage know you were going to be in town that weekend, she got this mad look on her face and crossed her legs and sat down :D

Jeff, tell Chris we all wish him great luck in the acadamy, I understand it's a tough time in there :) I miss you guys around too, hope to see y'all around one of these times.

We must be popular :cool:

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It's the comedy :yes:

We have a new victim showing up, on of the drivers coming from my place of employment. He has a '69 Chevelle, med blue big block car, lowered.

I believe he will be driving it in the for sale area as well. Also, the mechanic is selling his 8.90 dial big block 84 Mustang, real cheap too. If I had the money I would buy this ride but I don't so ;)

Craig, what's he want for the F*rd?

Craig, what's he want for the F*rd?


Believe it or not, he told me $5500.

Craig, can you put me in touch with him?

Craig, can you put me in touch with him?

Yes, I will get his phone number when I get back from LA tomorrow.

Also, he is taking it to the swap meet this weekend :)

The only day I could get over to Turlock is Sunday :( We'll plan to make the next Turlock event, just give me about 6 weeks notice so I can get a keg brewed up :)

I am going to ride in with Raymond, probably show up about 10 am...

Yes, I will get his phone number when I get back from LA tomorrow.

Also, he is taking it to the swap meet this weekend :)

Craig, forget it, thanks for being willing, but wifey says she doesn't want another Mustang. I was thinking of getting it for her as a gift but she's not hip on the idea...thanks anyhow.

Hey Guys,
Long time no see. :o
I don't get on the internet much like I want to. :(
I'll be there in my '62C10 (selling it) got a few questions, do I have to purchase my pass on friday, or can I do it on saturday morning?

I'm working all day friday, and won't be able to get over there in time to pick up my pass. I plan on being there early saturday morning. I hope to see you guys there. :)
ttyl,
David

Craig, forget it, thanks for being willing, but wifey says she doesn't want another Mustang. I was thinking of getting it for her as a gift but she's not hip on the idea...thanks anyhow.

No problem Jeff, I understand her not wanting another Mustang :p

Just got back from LA this evening, GTO did great. Went up the grapevine without sweat (what hill?)

Anyhoo, I just about got hit in a attempt to bait me into a freeway race in Fresno :o
A couple of late model 'stangs cornered me in 'via fast and furious style' scene when the one on my right decided to hit it, I dropped 2 gears and closed the gap when the driver suddenly changed lanes in front of me and dang near ran me off the road by nearly clipping the front of my car :sad: I am lucky to say no damage was done, he missed. Needless to say I was quite upset at them while they diced throught traffic :sad: Idiots, the finger salute was honered in this encounter.

On a side note, I was down interviewing for my soon to be promotion (:cool: ), I was able to visit the founder of Carl's Jrs main office (very nice, and larger than my house), and hold a piece of the Berlin wall he had on his desk :cool: I felt I was holding a significant piece of history :) Just thought I would share.

Hey Guys,
Long time no see. :o
I don't get on the internet much like I want to. :(
I'll be there in my '62C10 (selling it) got a few questions, do I have to purchase my pass on friday, or can I do it on saturday morning?

I'm working all day friday, and won't be able to get over there in time to pick up my pass. I plan on being there early saturday morning. I hope to see you guys there. :)
ttyl,
David

Hey Dave, long time no see :)

You can purchase the entry passes the night before in the lot that the cars park in. I may do this as well, we will see how things go this week with me.

when the driver suddenly changed lanes in front of me and dang near ran me off the road by nearly clipping the front of my car :sad:

The guy must have known that was the only way he was going to keep his 'Turd in front of a charging GOAT :D . What a dipsh**. Good thing he didn't take you out.

On a side note, I was down interviewing for my soon to be promotion (:cool: ), I was able to visit the founder of Carl's Jrs main office (very nice, and larger than my house), and hold a piece of the Berlin wall he had on his desk :cool: I felt I was holding a significant piece of history :) Just thought I would share.

So you're taking over the Mr. Carl's Jr's job ;) . You big player. Rollin' with the Big Cheese now days. lol. Cool stuff Craig. That would have been something to hold the piece of Berlin Wall. Way cool.

See you Saturday.

See you Saturday.

Al, it's going to be good to see you.......on crack :yes:

Looking forward to hangin' with the bros again :beers:

What day are you guys hanging out?

I'm going to look at a twin-turbo '69 Elky on Saturday... and maybe take it home. muahahahhaha :D

What day are you guys hanging out?

I'm going to look at a twin-turbo '69 Elky on Saturday... and maybe take it home. muahahahhaha :D

Saturday. I say buy the twin turbo Elky in the early AM, and drive it to the BBQ. Sounds like a good plan to me......

TT Elky? Don't you have enough forced inducted cars now? You have more hairdriers than my wife, daughter, her friends and thier mothers combigned ;)

Saturday. I say buy the twin turbo Elky in the early AM, and drive it to the BBQ. Sounds like a good plan to me......

TT Elky? Don't you have enough forced inducted cars now? You have more hairdriers than my wife, daughter, her friends and thier mothers combigned ;)

LOL!

Actually if I get the Elky the STI is going bye-bye to be replaced with something cheaper and more "sane" (boo!) As much as I like the little rice burner, it is depreciating and if I sell it now I won't lose much on it. The Chevelle and Elky aren't going to depreciate anytime soon, plus it would be cool to have a pair of '69 A-bodies with assisted breathing.

Hey Craig, do you want me to pick up some tri-tip? I found a source in Fresno for killer tri-tip. Cheap to! Less than $2/lb. From a REAL meat market. This meat market supplies a lot of the nice restaurants in town. They have killer boneless skinless chicken breasts as well ($1.70/lb.). Let me know what to get and how many pounds. I can throw it in my Mystery Cooler :cool:

Dirt

Hey Craig, do you want me to pick up some tri-tip? I found a source in Fresno for killer tri-tip. Cheap to! Less than $2/lb. From a REAL meat market. This meat market supplies a lot of the nice restaurants in town. They have killer boneless skinless chicken breasts as well ($1.70/lb.). Let me know what to get and how many pounds. I can throw it in my Mystery Cooler :cool:

Dirt

Yes, and yes. Tell ya what, let's confirm with everyone coming (just talked to Raymond tonight) on what they want to eat?

Reta is making some potato salad, relish tray, dipped meatballs, and some standard chips dip etc...if we don't have to go to the store before we show here if you feel like getting some of the meats.

I think we will have 10+ people here this Saturday, so leat's say 5lbs of trip tip and 4 lbs of chicken off the top of my little head :p

I can't commit to being there (yet) as I haven't made a final connection & arrangement with the Elky guy. I should know for sure tomorrow.

Actually if I get the Elky the STI is going bye-bye to be replaced with something cheaper and more "sane" (boo!) As much as I like the little rice burner....

:confused:

The subbie is an insane car? Troy, please tell me the rice boys haven't gotten to your head. :(

:confused:

Craig,

I am going to uncover the 66 tonite and give it a wash,I plan on being there at 6:30 and want to park inside, let me know if you want to meet and drive in together. I will probably look around in the cars for sale lot and I will keep an eye on our cars, I don't think my knees will hold up for the back 40 acres. If possible e-mail your cell number,my phone took a dump and I lost everything.

Rick

Yes, and yes. Tell ya what, let's confirm with everyone coming (just talked to Raymond tonight) on what they want to eat?

I think we will have 10+ people here this Saturday, so leat's say 5lbs of trip tip and 4 lbs of chicken off the top of my little head :p

I'm in Dallas, TX and won't be home until 8:45pm tonight. I'll have to see if my girlfriend will pick up the meat and chicken at her lunch hour today. If not, I'll have to swing by the place on my way out of town tomorrow morning (I think the place opens at 9am).

The chicken breasts come in pairs. So, I think 4lbs. is about 6-8 BIG pieces of chicken.

The chicken breasts come in pairs. So, I think 4lbs. is about 6-8 BIG pieces of chicken.

OK, well I was hungry last night when I was typing that :p

If they have one larger tip (or 2 small/med), and maybe a couple lbs of chicken should do us just fine. If not, we do have a grocery store behind us here in case of a beef emergency...

Rick I will PM you this morning

The little woman is going to go at lunch and pick up the meat and chicken. I told here 4.5lbs. of tri-tip (it'll be one big one) and 3 chicken breasts (which will actually be 6 pieces).

Hey, if anyone needs a place to store their Turlock purchases while you continue to walk around , a bunch of my buddies and I have had a booth for years in the covered barn area. Can't reacall the booth number but you can call my cell and I'll give ya directions to the spot. david 559-816-8796 come on over and a have a beer!

i just went to get my cars for sale pass and they said they were only selling them tomarrow , i know i got mine on fri last year and the website said they were selling them today..........oh well

ok , i went back in my malibu after i posted this and rolled right up to the arch on broadway ......what do you know they are selling gate passes right there ! the first 2 model A club members i talked to at 3 o'clock musta been senile , lol

ok , i went back in my malibu after i posted this and rolled right up to the arch on broadway ......what do you know they are selling gate passes right there ! the first 2 model A club members i talked to at 3 o'clock musta been senile , lol

Nice! I will be there, please feel welcome to say hi and come over to the house the eats and beer after we are done, usually about 1 or 2 :beers:

Well, we're settled in.
My Tan Lincoln and Red Porsche are parked between the two buildings. I didn't know there was stuff it there the last time I was here. Could get real popular if it starts raining.
My friends swap spot is J5 almost across from Jim Dyer. (sp?)
I have my 049 heads and intakes there.
I'd like to stop by, we don't hook up here call the cel phone # on the cars.
Dan

Had a great time as usual everyone :hurray:

Rick, thanks again for giving me a ride into the fairgrounds, Al, the 'meat' is appriciated....very nice meeting eveyone new and great seeing everyone who we have not seen in a couple of years :)

I am going to drag the Chevelle into the swap in the AM, if any of you will be around tomorrow please look out for me :)

Ron=teh suck :beers:

On a side note, I was over in the swap meet this morning and saw Ray :cool:

He says hi to everyone, and sorry he missed out on yesterdays fun :(

Craig & Rita,

Thanks for the hospitally I had a good time,it was nice going for the drive and rowing through the gears it has been a while since I had the 66 out for a good drive.

Had a great time as usual everyone :hurray:

Rick, thanks again for giving me a ride into the fairgrounds, Al, the 'meat' is appriciated....very nice meeting eveyone new and great seeing everyone who we have not seen in a couple of years :)

I am going to drag the Chevelle into the swap in the AM, if any of you will be around tomorrow please look out for me :)

Ron=teh suck :beers:

Thanks for hosting the BBQ again Craig and Reta. It was a great time :thumbsup: . Always cool hanging out with everyone.

I'll put something together here at my place in April or May when the weather is warmer.

It was nice getting to meet everyone. Thanks Craig and Reta for the garage to hang out in. You all had some great looking/sounding beasts, just makes it harder to wait to get mine on the road. I will get some pics posted of my car before, during and current of the frame up.

Thanks for hosting the BBQ again Craig and Reta. It was a great time :thumbsup: . Always cool hanging out with everyone.


Yeah, Even though I couldn't make it, thanks anyway... Sure wish I could have been there, but too much "on my plate" right now...

Hope to see you guys soon though. Maybe by March/April my schedule should ease up a bit... I hope...

Tony

Thank you everyone for coming over, Reta and I very much like hosting.

On a side note, I wonder if Ron is in jail? Anyone here get that 'one call' from him?

Thanks again, Craig & Reta. Was good to see all you guys again and hang out for a bit. I was kind of out of it from being sick and all but thank you for the hospitality - it was great and we all appreciate it as ALWAYS. :thumbsup: :beers:

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On a side note, I wonder if Ron is in jail? Anyone here get that 'one call' from him?[/QUOTE]

No......... not in jail, just F#CK!^G BROKE!!! I really wish I could have been there. :sad: But Craig I am in Riverbank till tomorrow. Want to have a few beers tonight, even tho it is a school nite. I'll call you this afternoon. Oh and High to everyone.............
Later
FILTHY RON

No......... not in jail, just F#CK!^G BROKE!!! I really wish I could have been there. :sad: But Craig I am in Riverbank till tomorrow. Want to have a few beers tonight, even tho it is a school nite. I'll call you this afternoon. Oh and High to everyone.............
Later
FILTHY RON

Sorry Ronny, I did not check this site the last couple of days, :boring:

I would have been home too, beer in hand....