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Tue Apr 17, 2012 1:12 pm

Tom N. wrote: mannys66 wrote: is there a new matching color class at this event?

Looks like a reverse-rake competition. :D

so that there's no confusion, this must be a modified class, not stock

Tue Apr 17, 2012 1:32 pm

I didnt mind what I paid for 2 vender spots, Just wish they would drop the general admission price. There would be more people, and the track could sell more burgers and beer. I dont think the operating costs go up cause there s a couple hundred more people. I like the idea of coupons that Jeff mentioned. To the scum bag that stole my door handles, remember, Karma's a bitch

Tue Apr 17, 2012 1:53 pm

^^^ that sucks, I'm sorry to hear that

Tue Apr 17, 2012 5:19 pm

mannys66 wrote: How about we end all this back and forth about what amounts to be $5 with Jeff's post and we post some PICTURES, This was a huge show this past weekend, I don't remember the last time I saw so many cars in the show area at either the spring or fall show in a very long time.
Thanks for all your hard work Jeff and crew.

Me and the girls had a great day. The weather turned out perfect for E-town. It was really good to catch up with all the friends after the long winter. The cruise down was one of my favorites also.

We had to leave a bit early due to my 3 years old melting away slowly, but I have to give it to the girls for being so well all day. Hopefully one day they will be taking the old man's vw down to the show. I got an oval windshield in the swap which I could use.

Good time

Heading home, works every time.

Thanks to everyone for working hard and having fun.

To the dirt bag who took the handles, I hope you feel bad every time you open your door. If it even runs.

Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:31 pm

79SuperVert wrote: Re: the swaps I spoke to a few people who were delighted with their finds, specifically original steering wheels in near perfect condition for around $20-$30 bucks.

I let a fantastic one go for $35...complete too.
I was asking more but I was content with that, and the buyer was really stoked to get it.

I picked up a few bargains myself and saw even more deals happen right in front of me while I was out shopping...

I think the folks that "never find anything" or don't seem to find what they are after are looking for things that are getting to be impossible to find anywhere, anyhow...
Like Split or Oval parts for example.
Ovals are 55 years old or so now, so the possibility of someone showing up at any given event with a pile of choice or NOS stuff that "Grandpa had in the barn" is pretty slim.
25 years ago that would happen occasionally, ( and even then, mostly with 60's parts more then Ovals ) but anymore if someone has a bunch of nice stuff like that, they know what they have and either hoard it for they're own projects, or ask accordingly for it... Usually online.

Just my .02

I would love to see an overhead pic of that swap from the bleachers...did anybody take one ?

Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:59 pm

noneed wrote:
I think the folks that "never find anything" or don't seem to find what they are after are looking for things that are getting to be impossible to find anywhere, anyhow...
Like Split or Oval parts for example.
Ovals are 55 years old or so now, so the possibility of someone showing up at any given event with a pile of choice or NOS stuff that "Grandpa had in the barn" is pretty slim.
25 years ago that would happen occasionally, ( and even then, mostly with 60's parts more then Ovals ) but anymore if someone has a bunch of nice stuff like that, they know what they have and either hoard it for they're own projects, or ask accordingly for it... Usually online.

Not true. Plenty of those parts laying around at the west coast shows.

Wed Apr 18, 2012 10:48 am

Hey caseydenise did you buy that mini baja bug thing i see you have a pic with the kids in it ( thats my tdi in the backround)

That was sweet i know it was sold at like 8:30 in the morning i want to see that complete

Wed Apr 18, 2012 12:33 pm

We called it the Orange Grove! Most Supers tend to sag in the rear with the struts pushing the front up and most owners not caring to go through rear swing arm adjustments....these were all 71-73 Supers in VW Bright Orange, mines 2nd from the left...now wasn't that worth $20 to see? many folks sure were delighted by this, there was always a group stopping and taking pictures of this impromptu gathering....

Wed Apr 18, 2012 2:29 pm

Karzapart55 wrote: I didnt mind what I paid for 2 vender spots, Just wish they would drop the general admission price. There would be more people, and the track could sell more burgers and beer. I dont think the operating costs go up cause there s a couple hundred more people. I like the idea of coupons that Jeff mentioned. To the scum bag that stole my door handles, remember, Karma's a bitch

Wow! How/where did they snag your handles?

Wed Apr 18, 2012 4:22 pm

Must have been an "Orange" Cars day at the show. There was a car called the "OrangePeel" making Some noise on the Drag Strip all day . 8)

Wed Apr 18, 2012 6:05 pm

dunebuggy888 wrote: Hey caseydenise did you buy that mini baja bug thing i see you have a pic with the kids in it ( thats my tdi in the backround)

That was sweet i know it was sold at like 8:30 in the morning i want to see that complete

Man, I wish I got that body. The frame and body where around $400 total. To many toys right now. That Vender (bugcity) has the mold for those bodies, so they are available for now. Like all things, not forever.

E-TOWN FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

Mon Apr 23, 2012 10:44 pm

I got some pictures posted. Here are a few:

Saints and Sinners tattoo parlor '61 panel from MD.

Orangeness

Fox wagon and buses.

Overview later in the day.