Oh you tease!!! 
Don't forget these knuckleheads...
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Carlisle testimonial by Al Gallo, Massachusetts:
As someone said a few years ago, " It's like a big family reunion....except you like everybody". Like minded people with backgrounds that are all over the map, and believe it or not, we even talk about stuff other than cars.
2014 would have been our 6th year in a row, but an elder care situation required that we stay home. We may be going on a vacation right after Carlisle, so we may be in the dreaded DD as well. But we did it before and still had a great time without worrying about the weather. There are usually a few empty right seats for the cruises if you really need to ride in a speedster or spyder. It's really about the atmosphere and the people.
WHAT IS PLANNED FOR FRIDAY?
We start right off Friday morning with two options:
1.Countryside cruise to the fairgrounds
Enjoy a leisurely self-directed cruise to the fairgrounds and spend the day there. This option is for the folks who are itching to get to the fairgrounds and want to take a more leisurely scenic route to get there. Route instructions will be provided at the driver's meeting in the hotel parking lot and the cruise will be self-guided.
2. Countryside cruise and tour of the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing (EMMR)
This will be an organized cruise to the EMMR and a tour of the museum. If you're into cars and love racing then don't miss this. The EMMR is described “While the museum strongly reflects the popularity of the open wheel, dirt track racing so popular throughout the northeast, you can also see a wide variety of racing machines from many other forms of racing. These include everything from sprint cars, midgets and stock cars to motorcycles, Indy cars, NASCAR, drag racing and more!” Don't miss this tour! There is no entry fee, donations only. After the tour we'll cruise to the fairgrounds to register, get lunch and enjoy the Carlisle events.
At the fairgrounds there will be plenty to see – replica/kit manufacturer displays, meet manufacturer reps, experience a huge field of replica and import cars, live music, free seminars, great food options under the grandstand, a swap meet, the autocross, cars for sale and more. Spend some time and relax in the Speedsters Meet Spyders tent too.
Around 5:00 PM we'll gather in the parking lot of the Courtyard Marriott for a photo session and drivers meeting. Dress is casual and Hawaiian shirts are again popular but make sure you save one for the Saturday evening awards dinner. We'll hand out a list of restaurants in the area for our “Restaurant Scramble” when we'll all buddy-up and choose where the want to eat. Our group is getting a bit large for restaurants to handle all of us at one time so we can avoid the hoards and dine where ever you prefer. There are several good restaurants in the area with a variety of food choices so finding a place to eat won't be difficult.
Following dinner everyone will head back to the hotel. Then head to the hospitality suite at the Courtyard Marriott for more socializing and parting. By 9:00 things are rolling and the room fills up. BYOB and snacks and spend the rest of the evening making new friends, catching up with old friends and telling stories – sometimes to 1:00 AM and later.
Have fun, get some rest...tomorrow is our big day on the Carlisle showfield.
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Blessings for great weather my friends.
52 days to Speedsters Meet Spyders in Carlisle. Please send in your completed RSVP forms so we can plan ahead. Pre-register with Carlisle before 4/13 and save 10%. $37/person for the Saturday evening Gala Awards dinner is due by May 1.
Drive 'em, tow 'em, trailer 'em but get them there somehow!
ECB
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You get more flies with honey Bruce! Keep the pretty girls coming and don't scare anybody away with a East Tennessee dude downin' an egg samich!
Hoss,
You just looked like you were really enjoying that sammich. We have to attract the girls too and that's the reason for posting a photo of you!
RSVP received from:
Dave Kumpf - Pennsylvania
Thanks Dave!
Bruce
The check went out today for Glenn and I.
Thanks again for all that you do.
Paul
Thanks, Paul. I'll watch for it.
I watched the Carlisle promo videos on this page:
http://www.carlisleevents.com/...mport-kit-nationals/
During the time-lapse entrance-gate video, I saw David and Francine(at 25 seconds), then WB and me(at 45 seconds). I had no idea we were on candid camera there!
Dates to keep in mind:
4/13 - last day to get 10% reduced Carlisle registration
4/16 - last day to register at the room block rate for the host hotel
5/1 - deadline to submit $ for Saturday Evening Gala awards dinner
5/14 - Speedsters Meet Spyders weekend begins
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RSVP received from:
Biff and Cec Prinkey - Maryland
Thanks!
Bruce
I sent you a check at the same time I sent one I sent one to Drewek - oops! Somehow I got you PO Box# wrong. It was returned as "Person Unknown". I will try again.
Paul
Paul,
Yeah, I was just thinking that I never received it and was going to let you know.
I'll watch for it again.
To everyone sending checks for the Saturday Gala Awards dinner, I will send you an email when I receive it so you will know that it arrived. I will also post on this thread and send you an email when your RSVP's are received. Don't delay, reserve your spot on the cruises and dinners today!.
A couple of people have written asking for the address to send their check for the Saturday Evening Gala Awards dinner. For the newbies, the dinner is always good food, fun gathering, door prizes and a recap of the weekend. Everyone is invited so don't miss it. For those who need the address, here is the menu, details and the address to send your check to:
SPEEDSTERS MEET SPYDERS SATURDAY EVENING GALA AWARDS DINNER
May 16, 2015 – Menu – Governors Ballroom – Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
Wear your Hawaiian shirt!!!
Gala Saturday Evening Awards Dinner
The venue for presenting the distance awards is the Gala Saturday Evening Awards dinner. The awards dinner is always the finale of the weekend with awards, giveaways and more. After receiving many compliments last year we'll be back to the same super location of the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania - just 10 minutes from our host hotel. Not only is the food delicious but they have once again worked to give us the same great price and the best food and facilities. Since we contract with the Radisson on an advanced headcount basis, we ask that you submit payment by May 1st (see additional details below). The dinner will be a buffet menu, following are the details:
What’s on the menu?
Salads:
Fresh Fruit Bowl *
Mixed Garden Greens *
Broccoli Salad *
Entrees:
New York Strip Tips *
Chicken Picatta
Parmesan Rosemary Cod
Vegetables:
Oven Roasted Red Potatoes *
Rice Pilaf *
Seasonal Vegetable Medley *
(They serve only locally grown vegetables)
Desserts:
Key Lime Pie
Buttered Rum Banana Cake
Chocolate Torte *
* = Gluten-free
Beverage station: Freshly brewed Regular & Decaffeinated Coffee,
and selection of Hot Teas and Iced Tea
Cost per person? $37 (includes service charge and state sales tax)
Refreshments? There will be a dedicated cash barand bartender in our banquet room offering beer, wine, alcohol and sodas.
Location? Radisson Hotel Harrisburg, Camp Hill, PA in the Governors Ballroom
What is the deadline for payment? Friday,May 1, midnight
What if I need to cancel my reservation? If necessary, you will be able to cancel your reservation up until midnight, Friday May 8. After that date we will be committed to a headcount and not able to refund your money.
What if I decide to join you after the May 1 deadline? We cannot guarantee adding people after May 1 due to the room capacity, contracted headcount and pre-ordering of food. Let me know as soon as you become aware of a change in your plans and I'll let you know if we can add you in.
Is there a max headcount? We have plenty of space but there is a room capacity. Reservations will be on a ”first come, first served” basis, so please get your checks and RSVP form to me ASAP.
What is the schedule for Saturday evening? It’s only 10 minutes from the Marriott to the Radisson. Everyone should plan to arrive at the Radisson at 6:30 PM for a 30-minute social with dinner starting promptly at 7:00. The awards presentations will follow dinner.
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How do I pay? We can only accept check or money order (sorry, no charges or Paypal). Please make your check payable to “Bruce Stumpp” and I will write a much larger check to the Radisson Hotel.
Where do I send my check or money order?
Bruce Stumpp
PO Box 12
Phoenix, MARYLAND
21131
RSVP received from:
Henry Reisner, Intermeccanica - Vancouver BC, Canada
Thanks Henry!
Bruce,
Can't remember if I sent my check :-(
Ron,
As of today I haven't received one.
Bruce
Bruce, I took car of all the stuff on my list today. Mailed you and Rich checks and registered online for my gate pass.
FYI people, less than a week to still save $3.50 on your Gate and Go Pass.
OK, thanks Danny. I'll watch for it.
The following people have registered at the Marriott but we have not received an RSVP form or a check/money order for the Saturday evening awards dinner:
Raymond Arseneau
Jack Breza
Robert Elliott
Dwight Kennedy
Sam Reynolds
William Scholl
We don't have your email address so if you are planning on attending and want spots reserved on the cruises and/or dinners, to be added to the distribution list or just want a nametag printed and ready when you arrive, please send an email to me at bstumpp at comcast dot net. Thanks.
Money order going out today thanks, Bruce.
RSVP received from:
Jack Breza - North Carolina
Thanks Jack!
RSVP received from:
Carey and Kevin Hines - Indiana
Note: Their 904GTS will also be there.
Thanks Carey!
The Carlisle countdown continues. Deadlines are...
ASAP - submit your RSVP form to reserve spots on the cruises and/or dinners
4/13 - to save 10% on your Carlisle registration - 5 days!
4/16 - to insure a reservation at the Marriott host hotel - 8 days.
5/1 - to send check/money order for Saturday Gala Awards dinner - 22 days.
5/14 - Speedsters Meet Spyders weekend begins - 35 days
Don't delay, seats on the cruises and dinners are limited.
And don't forget to order your T-shirt(s) and/or Hoodie!
OK , I've signed up for the Event. Live close so no hotel room needed. Paid on line for the Carlisle Event Registration and the check is in the mail to Bruce for the dinner. Looking forward to meeting everyone and I WILL have the JPS Subie coupe there for all to see. Dr Bash had it there last year same car new owner.
Originally Posted by DannyP:
And don't forget to order your T-shirt(s) and/or Hoodie!
Ok, how do we order? Saw in the shop area a T shirt but nothing there about the HOODIE
John, this link should take you to the shirt offer: https://www.speedsterowners.com...r-price-order?page=1
questions? Dialogue me.
Rich
John dialogue me your phone number alan
Done Alan. If I can't get to the phone I'll be back with you in a couple minutes. Working at the tooth palace until noon. The back at 1 for a few minutes. Off this afternoon.
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RSVP received from:
John Heckman - Pennsylvania
Thanks John, I'll watch for your check.
Every year Carlisle provides several FREE seminars during the Import/Kit Nationals and they are included in the price of your Carlisle registration. In fact, some of them are presented just across from our tent. Following are six seminars just announced that are probably of the most interest to our group:
1) Practical Tips on Picking Your Next Project Car - Trying to figure out which vehicle to choose for your next buildup? Steve Temple, Editor and Publisher for CAR BUILDER Magazine, will be hosting an informative and entertaining seminar on this subject at the Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals on both Friday and Saturday. Topics to be covered include chassis types, suspension setups, engine selection, resale value, and ways to keep buildup costs more affordable. In addition, all seminar attendees will be able to sign up for a free subscription to CAR BUILDER Magazine.
2) Preventing the Ethanol Destruction of Carburetors - This seminar will provide attendees with an explanation of ethanol in today’s fuels and why ethanol destroys carbureted fuel systems. After a little background information, you’ll be educated with ways to prevent damage to your fuel system along with products to solve these problems. It will conclude with a Q&A session to allow you to get your specific questions answered by the experts.
3) The Truth About Oil - This seminar will first focus on oil with some history, trivia, “Motor Oil 101” explaining zinc and a review of how oil specifications have changed over the years and why. There will be a strong emphasis on the changes to “SM” & “SN” specifications in 2004 and 2010. For the first time in the history of motor oil in the US, the oil companies were unable to meet the EPA catalytic converter restrictions (150,000 mile warranty) with an oil that is suitable for older cars with flat tappet cams. The latest specifications have enough detergent to clean the "zinc" right out of the engine.
4) Dune Buggies - Bruce Meyers will present a video on the history of the dune buggy. Following the video, Bruce will give a brief talk then open the floor to Q&A from the audience. He will discuss the various aspects of the dune buggy from its history to its many successes in motorsports. Following the seminar, Bruce will have even more Q&A time with the audience. Don't miss out on this unique experience with Bruce Meyers, the creator of the fiberglass dune buggy. His San Diego-based shop, Meyers Manx, Inc. is still building buggies today!
5) Rust Repair and Welding - As long as your classic isn't made of fiberglass (and even if it is), you're going to have to deal with rust repair at some point. Carl Heideman from Eclectic Motorworks and Classic Motorsports Magazine will discuss how to keep rust away, how to repair it when necessary, and how to develop good welding skills along the way.
6) Performance for Your Classic - Carl Heideman owns Eclectic Motorworks LLC in Michigan, a shop that specializes in service, restoration, sheet metal work, and performance upgrades for classic European and other interesting cars. Carl offers performance recipes for many classic imports based on data from over 1000 dyno pulls and tests of hundreds of performance parts over the past 20 years. Topics include ignition, carb, and exhaust upgrades, internal engine modifications, fuel injection, supercharging and more. Applicable to many makes and models, much of the discussion is based on data from MGBs and Midgets.
And following are a few more but perhaps not as closely related:
7) Our Experiences Buying, Owning and Maintaining a Citroen DS21
Paul & Rose Anderson, from Lewisberry, Pennsylvania will give a seminar on their experience finding a Citroen DS21 in Europe, importing and shipping it to the USA, doing needed repairs, and maintaining it. Rose will give the wife’s point of view!
8) Recreating Citroën’s “ID19 Sur Ballons – 1959 - Dave Agar from New Philadelphia, Ohio will give a seminar on his recreation of one of Citroën’s best known advertising designs for the Citroen ID/DS. In 1959, Citroën created an ad showing a car “floating on air”….with red balloons for wheels. Dave is in the process of recreating this car, full scale, and ready to drive. The car will be on display, and Dave will talk about how he got involved and the challenges and satisfactions of this project.
9) Trionic 5 Conversion for your Classic 900: Demystified - A lot of internet myth and mystery surround the Trionic 5 engine management system, especially when utilizing it for a classic 900. Jordan Pagano, from eEuroparts.com, explains the pros and cons of the system and what is involved in the conversion so you can make the decision on whether to jump on the T5 bandwagon. Jordan has done more conversions than anyone in the country as well as developed products to make the conversion as easy and seamless as possible. Cut through the myths to find out if Trionic is right for you and how to get started. Mike D, of Mike D Tuning, will also be available to share his conversion experience and will be answering questions after the seminar.
10) Tips for Rebuilding an MG Engine and How to Rebuild Your MG – Join the legendary and highly skilled John Twist of University Motors as he talks shop on a pair of topics during event weekend. John returns to Carlisle by popular demand and will be entertaining and educating you on his import of choice, the MG. John will teach you about rebuilding the MG and once you’ve done that, how to rebuild the MG engine too. John’s very passionate about the MG and he’ll be sharing his knowledge with you on one of Brittan’s most popular exports to the states.
RSVP received from:
Alan and Connie Merklin - Pennsylvania
Todd El-taher and Sarah - Virginia
Thanks Alan and Todd!
Following is the latest rundown of everyone who has sent in an RSVP. If you submitted an RSVP and your name is not this list, please let me know. If your name is not on this list because you did not submit an RSVP - then git 'er done! Don't miss out on the biggest event of it's kind of the year. It's gonna be another super weekend!
Joel Abraham – New Jersey
Lane Anderson – South Carolina
Bill Ascheman – Pennsylvania
David Bayne – Pennsylvania
Tom Blankinship – Michigan
Jack Breza – North Carolina
Drew Brown – Pennsylvania
Jeff Cahoon – Connecticut
Bob Carley – Canada
Allen Caron – Georgia
Leon Chupp – Georgia
Darcie Clark – North Carolina
Jack Crosby – Arkansas
Cory Drake – Maryland
Bill Drayer – Pennsylvania
Rich Drewek – Wisconsin
Todd El-Taher – Virginia
Ed Ericson Jr – Maryland
Vincenc Feliu – Pennsylvania
Ron Fish – New York
Kelly Frazer – Maryland
Al Gallo – Massachusetts
Al Greig – Illinois
Hoss Hallstrand – Tennessee
Scott Harris – Virginia
Steve Hayward – New York
John Heckman – Pennsylvanian
Roy Hendrix – North Carolina
Carey Hines – Indiana
Paul Holden – Maryland
Dave Kumpf – Pennsylvania
Tom Lorenzo – Florida
Michael McKelvey – Michigan
Alan Merklin – Pennsylvania
Rick Milczankowski – Connecticut
Paul Mossberg – Pennsylvania
Ron Mullis – Georgia
Rick Nelson – Pennsylvania
Danny Piperato – New York
Bifff Prinkey – Maryland
Thomas Rahn – Florida
Craig Reddick – New Jersey
Henry Reisner – Canada
Dale Schumacher – Virginia
Pete Schumann – Virginia
Allan Shapiro – Missouri
David Stroud – Canada
Bruce Stumpp – Maryland
Michael Warjas – North Carolina
RSVP received from:
Tom Buchanan - West Virginia
Thanks Tom!