That reminds me - if you get into town early enough on Friday, I suggest you go to the gate and get your paperwork then. It can get VERY busy at the gate on Saturday morning!
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Feb 9th, 2002
Boomtastic Member
Posts: 2359 From: Athens, Alabama Registered: May 2000
Originally posted by foxgapfiero: Has anyone heard from Boomtastic? Is he going to bring that Pro-Street down this year? To start a new rumor I heard he was going to put a 4.9 in that Fiero Go Cart he bought.
I'm planning on bringing the pro street down there. I don't know if it'll be finished though. (I've hit a few snags) As for the go-kart, that's an entirely different project. The chassis manufacturer won't return my calls after promising me he would be able to build a frame for me. Now I'm looking into building a frame from scratch, but that won't happen until the pro street is done.
Originally posted by Boomtastic: I'm planning on bringing the pro street down there. I don't know if it'll be finished though. (I've hit a few snags) As for the go-kart, that's an entirely different project. The chassis manufacturer won't return my calls after promising me he would be able to build a frame for me. Now I'm looking into building a frame from scratch, but that won't happen until the pro street is done.
Great! Looking forward to seeing it there!
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x-thumpr-x Member
Posts: 1994 From: Toronto, Ontario Registered: Aug 2001
Looks like 2 more from Toronto will be coming down for the fun. Me and a fellow GTA member wil be coming down for the show, I just need some info on it now? I've got the direction to Carlisle, need direction around it, cost for registration too.
Gonna bring up the idea at the next GTA meeting, see if we can get a group to go down together.
Originally posted by x-thumpr-x: Looks like 2 more from Toronto will be coming down for the fun. Me and a fellow GTA member wil be coming down for the show, I just need some info on it now? I've got the direction to Carlisle, need direction around it, cost for registration too.
Gonna bring up the idea at the next GTA meeting, see if we can get a group to go down together.
Great! I'd like to personally extend an invitation to them all, and everyone else who likes Fieros.
Speaking of which, this year we will honor the club with the largest number of members present. I guess to be fair, we should not count MAFOA, though.
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CoolBlue87GT Member
Posts: 8519 From: Punta Gorda, Florida, USA Registered: Apr 2001
Originally posted by skitime: For those interested in camping or staying with us with your motorhome it is a cheap way to stay. I think last year it was $20 for two nights camping.
lol, We did this last year !!!, here's the cabin we got !!! (this was on the way to Williamsburg)
Just remember to bring your own sheets /sleeping bag!!
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Feb 14th, 2002
x-thumpr-x Member
Posts: 1994 From: Toronto, Ontario Registered: Aug 2001
Originally posted by x-thumpr-x: damn, wish I had a motor home now. $20 a night is cheap. The g/f and I have to find accomodation's for 2 nights. Where's the cheapest place?
I live in Carlisle so I can probably help easier than anyone. This weekend, I will take a tour of all of the local motels, bed and breakfast, hotels in Carlisle and get their rate and availability information (save everyone a little time on the phone). I am signing a contract at the Clarion Hotel (not the cheapest, but one of the better places in town) this afternoon for 10 rooms for that weekend (with 4 people per room, its about $50/person for both nights - 17/18 May). I'll post more information this weekend when I get it.
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Boomtastic Member
Posts: 2359 From: Athens, Alabama Registered: May 2000
FYI - I called the Clarion in Carlisle - they are waiting for the contract to be signed to secure the room rate that Denny got, so until then we cannot book rooms. I have put mine, 88Formula's, and Chester's names in (plus respective significant others) as being there "come hell or high water" in advance.
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Haagster Member
Posts: 1378 From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Registered: May 2001
Originally posted by Jaygee79: [commercialvoice]hey if anyone wants to stay at a GREAT hotel, check this one out. www.clarioncarlisle.com we stayed there last year and it was really nice. room service, indoor pool, coffee pot, refrigerator, microwave, you name it. highly recommended. we're staying there again this year.[/commercialvoice]
Just so you remember I am not the only one recommending the Clarion
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Haagster Member
Posts: 1378 From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Registered: May 2001
Originally posted by Boomtastic: FYI - I called the Clarion in Carlisle - they are waiting for the contract to be signed to secure the room rate that Denny got, so until then we cannot book rooms. I have put mine, 88Formula's, and Chester's names in (plus respective significant others) as being there "come hell or high water" in advance.
Give me until 1PM. I am signing the Clarion contract on my way home from Harrisburg this afternoon. After that, you can get in the block. If the 10 rooms get reserved, there are more available at the Clarion (we just need to extend the block under the same contract).
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Denny Member
Posts: 1410 From: Leola, PA USA Registered: Apr 2001
Originally posted by Boomtastic: FYI - I called the Clarion in Carlisle - they are waiting for the contract to be signed to secure the room rate that Denny got, so until then we cannot book rooms.
Let's give credit where it's due . . . Haagster is graciously making the Clarion arrangements, and we're thankful.
Don, either Bob or I will be in touch about this "contract." (?????)
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Haagster Member
Posts: 1378 From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Registered: May 2001
Originally posted by Denny: either Bob or I will be in touch about this "contract." (?????)
I signed a contract with the Clarion this afternoon for 10 rooms on 17/18 May. If we need more, the Clarion can expand the block without much effort. Now, you should be able to get reservations (just be sure to mention MAFOA or reservation #4922).
Instead of hangng with my "Lotus" friends on Friday I plan on being there Saturday with my Fiero. I'm looking forward to seeing all of these classics at one place and one time. Geez, I guess this means I'll have to polish my wheels again.
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Feb 16th, 2002
Haagster Member
Posts: 1378 From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Registered: May 2001
There are a limited number of rooms left in the Carlisle hotels/motels. It just so happens that Dickinson College is holding their commencement ceremony that weekend, so many of the rooms are being reserved for that (as if they wont be going to the car show too). Motel 6 / Super 8 / Days Inn are all booked solid or overbooked. Ramada Limited has a very limited number of rooms available (at around $80/night - surprisingly the best rate). EconoLodge has rooms available (>25) at $85(1 bed) and $95(2 bed) per night. Everything else is right around $100 per night, and they are not really anxious to offer discounts on the rates because they know that the rooms will sell out with 2 major activities in town. The Clarion contract has been signed for 10 rooms (reservation #4922 or MAFOA) and (as it turns out) is not a bad deal for lodging. BUT our agreement obligates us to get the 10 rooms reserved (limited number of additional rooms are available if needed) by April 17th (when the Clarion will give the rooms to someone else - they expect to sell out too). What does all of this mean??? It would be a good idea to make your reservations as soon as possible if you want to stay in the immediate area during the Carlisle show.
Others with rooms available: Holiday Inn ($135/night - 2 night minimum) - Best Western ($112.99/night) - Rodeway Inn ($95 and $105/night) - Quality Inn (>50 rooms available) ($119/night) - Appalacian Motor Inn (not recommended - staff with poor attitude)
And this should bump to the top...
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Haagster Member
Posts: 1378 From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Registered: May 2001
is there a venders spot? i might just pack up alot of fiero parts and briong them... if so, i will post on the list who needs nething i can bring... Thanx Jason
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Back On Holiday Member
Posts: 6238 From: Downingtown, PA Registered: Jul 2001
Well the Virginia Beach gang is coming up together, im looking forward to a second year at Carlisle, I just hope ive improved the Mistress enough to compete against the other super sweet high mileage cars
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Feb 19th, 2002
86GTchick Member
Posts: 176 From: Oley, Pa, USA Registered: Feb 2002
uh oh fieroharry~ur my competition~!! i cant rememebr tho~do they divide fastbacks and notch backs for high mileage? if they do then u can forget it~but if they dont...watch out~!! grr~lol
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Ditz88GT Member
Posts: 385 From: Lancaster, PA,USA Registered: Oct 1999
I hate to say it but it looks like I'm not going to be able to make it. Way too much going on with the wedding reception that day. But, I want to wish everyone luck and I'm hoping for good weather and a good time for everyone.
Originally posted by 86GTchick: uh oh fieroharry~ur my competition~!! i cant rememebr tho~do they divide fastbacks and notch backs for high mileage? if they do then u can forget it~but if they dont...watch out~!! grr~lol
Nah kiddo they usually split them!
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Feb 21st, 2002
Boomtastic Member
Posts: 2359 From: Athens, Alabama Registered: May 2000
Excellent, thanks - all set! (88CoupeV6 & Chester - your rooms are on my Visa as well. I'll touch base with you on the specifics in private emails later)
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skitime Member
Posts: 5765 From: Akron, PA, USA Registered: Aug 2000
Originally posted by Ditz88GT: I hate to say it but it looks like I'm not going to be able to make it. Way too much going on with the wedding reception that day. But, I want to wish everyone luck and I'm hoping for good weather and a good time for everyone.
Hey congrats Ditz on the wedding. You could plan you hunting moon to be at Carlisle. lol Really you should of planned you wedding date better. haha
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Back On Holiday Member
Posts: 6238 From: Downingtown, PA Registered: Jul 2001
At 11:09PM (yes in the middle of the night), I called the Clarion hotel and asked if the reservation number (4922) was valid for the Mid Atlantic Fiero Owners, and the guy checked the computer and confirmed that it was there. Why you are having a problem... I don't know. I am going to talk to Dave Stewart tomorrow to try to find out where the snafu is occuring and fix it.
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Feb 23rd, 2002
blackie2m6 Member
Posts: 1108 From: Riverport, Nova Scotia Canada Registered: Nov 2001
Originally posted by Haagster: At 11:09PM (yes in the middle of the night), I called the Clarion hotel and asked if the reservation number (4922) was valid for the Mid Atlantic Fiero Owners, and the guy checked the computer and confirmed that it was there. Why you are having a problem... I don't know. I am going to talk to Dave Stewart tomorrow to try to find out where the snafu is occuring and fix it.
Blackie2m6 had called the Clarion about this tonite, and they said they were booked solid for the Carlisle weekend. It was the Clarion that recommended the Ramada.
BTW Skitime, what night were you camping at the grounds?, was it friday or saturday nite, or both?
Originally posted by jelly2m8: Blackie2m6 had called the Clarion about this tonite, and they said they were booked solid for the Carlisle weekend. It was the Clarion that recommended the Ramada.
Looks like another trip to the Clarion... I'm going to have to start bringing my own sand.
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x-thumpr-x Member
Posts: 1994 From: Toronto, Ontario Registered: Aug 2001
I had 15 rooms blocked for MAFOA. If there are only two left, I'll talk to the sales manager about more rooms (he told me on Friday afternoon that there were 20 (plus or minus) other rooms available that he may be able to assign.
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Boomtastic Member
Posts: 2359 From: Athens, Alabama Registered: May 2000
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