I'm planning a cookout along with a trip to Norwalk Dragstrip on the weekend of August 12-13. I'll provide camping to anyone interested and there are several hotels/motels in the area as well. So all of you Ohio and vincinety Fiero owners are invited. Just kinda try to let me know. I'm located right between Ashland and Mansfield. There are many things going on that particular weekend round here. Including 1.Ames Pontiac Performance Nationals at Norwalk. 2. Cart FedEx at Mid-Ohio. 3. Mansfield Motorsports circle track/stock car raceing. 4. Dragway 42 dragstrip. 5. SCCA AutoXing in Mansfield.

Plus there is plenty of shopping , antiques, etc.

WOOHOO! I'm the first on the list of attendees! Count us in - Lisa, Rachel, Megan and me. Weather permitting, we'll be crashing in your campground. Let us know what you'd like for us to bring. BTW - thank you VERY MUCH, Dale, for offering this to us!!!!!

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i thought you meant norwalk CA. oh well

I should be able to make Saturday or Sunday, but probably not both sad to say.

I live in Waterford, Mi. About 1 1/2 hours from Ohio border, how long of a drive would it take for me to get there(Wherever you guys are)? I would try to come down there just to talk Fiero's, and admire everyones car.
Thanks
Knight

KnightRyder31--I would guess around 4 hours.

Dale--Count me in for sure. I'll be there for both days. I don't know if Monkeygal will be there, though. I need some info on motels, etc. Feel free to email this info.

Gosh, Dave ... I'll not show up at one of our Fiero outings before the Plastic Fantastic gets left behind!

We'll be bringing both cars. Lisa and I have two-way radios that we use to stay in touch during our trips. Besides, I have yet to figure out how to get all of that blasted camping gear in the Fiero!

Whew! Had me worried for a minute.

Scott, you could allways get a trailer...lol

hahahaha! Good one Dale.

I might be able to attend this meeting.

Whoops!

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Drew--I gotta agree with Scott. If you miss this one, I'll have you beat. (I don't mean literally ) We've both been to a couple. And you didn't stay as long at the last one. Wouldn't be a big deal, but you live so much closer and don't have the same excuse I have. Be there or be square!

trailer, trailer, traaaaaaaailer...lol

Dave - let's not get carried away. If Drew misses this one, I WILL have him beaten - literally!!!!!

Dale - that's it! You and me, one on one ... first one to eat 5 gallons of baked beans!!!!!

OK , Scott you're on ! (glad I don't have to sleep in the tent with you)

For those of you who would prefer to get a room as opposed to camping out. Here is some info for you. First off I would like to remind you that there are a quite a few things going on in the area that weekend. So , please, call and make reservations as soon as possible.

GOOD: Super 8 Motel - Ashland
1-800-800-8000

BETTER: Amerihost Inn
1-800-434-5800
www.amerihostinn.com

BEST: Holiday Inn Express / hotel & suites
1-877-281-STAY
email:asxoh@hotmail.com
(This Hotel is brand new)

Thank you very much for hosting this event, Dale. Now, what can we bring? I make killer baked beans and Scott makes good sausage/cheese dip. We can bring those along with whatever else you would like. We also have a new portable volleyball net we can bring. Please have Christine let me know what I can do to make the day easier on you guys. Thanks!

I will see if I can make it. I live in Toledo OH. If I do go I will be bringing my 85 Gt with nitrous. I just might have my aluminum 3.2 engine in by that time too. Norwalk is only 1 hour from so I will prboably just commute to and from every day you guys will be there as I am a cheap skate and dont' want to pay for a hotel room

Shaun

Dug this string out for Taijiguy.

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my backyard at sunset

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I got dibs on that spot waaaaaaaaay out there to put my tent!

All yours!!!

Thanks for thinking about me Dale! Bummer is, I don't know if I'll be able to make it! The beast is in the garage with the motor still on the stand, waiting for my carb to arrive. The trans is sitting on the floor, I still have to pick up the five speed, get the new shifter, and make it all work. Arrgh. What crappy timing.
(I started sanding for paint too, even if I got it running in time, I don't know if my vanity would allow me to bring it around all the beauties you all drive!)

I guess we'll see what this week brings.

-Taiji

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Taijiguy - you don't have to bring your car. The outing is just as much an opportunity for us to socialize and have fun as it is an opportunity to show our cars.

Perfect example - me! I may not be bringing mine. Since the family is coming with me, we may just drive our SUV.

Try to make it, OK? We'd love to meet ya ...

I agree. You don't have to drive your Fiero. This is mostly a chance to meet some more folks and have a little fun. I never intended this to be a Fiero car show.(thats just a bonus) My Fiero is a long way from perfect. So if you get yours runnin' then drive it. If you don't then come anyway if you can.

How far is it to your place from Columbus Dale? If it's not too bad, maybe I can make it a one day trip....have to be back Sunday morning. Would sure love to come and see the sunset on your back yard!

Taiji

Thanks for the invite Dale. I should be able to make it on Sat. i am looking forward to meeting fellow Fiero enthusiasts, especially those who are sociable and willing to share ideas/plans/ tech info. Thought I'd keep this thread on top too.

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FieroJon, By using your profile..I see you can just get on St.RT. 250 and head west to my place. 250 turns into Main St in Ashland. Email me for final directions.

Dale, I'm planning on getting up there too -- we can talk about it in Louisville or i'll get the directions later.......I have two tents (that's why people call me "intents" (oooooowww, that was baaad)

Man, Dale! My first Fiero outing drew six guys. Your first is drawing half of PFF!!!

Terry - depending on when you leave, maybe we can hook up on I71 somewhere and caravan north.

sounds good to me Scott -- we'll work out the details in Louisville.......and thanks for considering ME half of PFF!

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Hey guys, count me in on the I-71 caravan. I'm in Columbus; can hook up whenever it works out for you.....

Let's go cruz'n!

Taiji

WOW !!! I'm gonna have to get a bigger grill...lol

Who all is coming ? And who needs directions? Try to let me know so I can get everything ready. Thanks

woops.

The cookout is THIS coming weekend. I thought it was later in the month. I have to work. doh. I'll try and find somebody to cover for me.

Lisa, the girls and I will be there. The girls and I should arrive around 4:00. Lisa and the Plastic Fantastic will be there around 9:00 (after she throws a baby shower for our sister-in-law).

I'll have a map or two on here later tonight for those wanting direction/location information.

Thanks Scott !!! The way you stated will work. If anyone wants my phone number (just in case the 'Ol Fiero can't find it's way)email me...dalelee22@cs.com.

Well, the extended weather forcast is lookin' good for Saturday and Sunday. Maybe we'll finally have some nice weather for an Fiero outing. Keep your fingers crossed !!!