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barndoormambo
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I'm up. I may drive from Florida, but I don't want to be the only one driving from the East Coast. So, if someone else is heading West, we can caravan over. This is gonna be so badass.  About 2100 miles. |
You should talk to MaHk Rafferty. He's ventured across from Florida several times. Give him a gingle. He is aware of this event.
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| Do miles in a ship count? |
Of course it does Mate! That would be AWESOME if you guys made the voyage out to the "Colonies" in your Buses!!!!
Scotty .......... here is your chance mate. I've spoke to Bear in Spacebook and he & Andrew are all for it!! REALLY.
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A British invasion would be great 
As Scotty said Mmmmmmmm |
Like I said, we haven't had a serious British Invasion in some time. This is also open to anyone who would like to participate. I know most of you British Barndoor owners and you guys know I will welcome you with open arms, But you have to buy me a pint, not Corona because we don't drink that piss! It's for the tourists. REALLY! 
This year gap gives everyone enough time to either plan their holiday or get their Barndoor project ready for the event. |
..now THAT's food for thought!
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RockStock
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| The biggest surprise for me this weekend was seeing Little Carlos' 54 Deluxe!! JODER!!! |
plse can someone post some more pics up of Lil Carlos' dlx? i can't see many of it
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Plums
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| BulletBus wrote: |
| I'm up. I may drive from Florida, but I don't want to be the only one driving from the East Coast. So, if someone else is heading West, we can caravan over. This is gonna be so badass. About 2100 miles. |
You should talk to MaHk Rafferty. He's ventured across from Florida several times. Give him a gingle. He is aware of this event.
| streetwagens wrote: |
| Do miles in a ship count? |
Of course it does Mate! That would be AWESOME if you guys made the voyage out to the "Colonies" in your Buses!!!!
Scotty .......... here is your chance mate. I've spoke to Bear in Spacebook and he & Andrew are all for it!! REALLY.
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A British invasion would be great
As Scotty said Mmmmmmmm |
Like I said, we haven't had a serious British Invasion in some time. This is also open to anyone who would like to participate. I know most of you British Barndoor owners and you guys know I will welcome you with open arms, But you have to buy me a pint, not Corona because we don't drink that piss! It's for the tourists. REALLY!
This year gap gives everyone enough time to either plan their holiday or get their Barndoor project ready for the event. |
Pints are the only way
What is the nearest port as I have a shipping contact who will give me a cost to send my bus out on a return journey.
This could make for a great family holiday
I will post up cost once I know and may work out cheaper the more busses wanting to go.
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[email protected]
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Only 3000 miles and a year to get this ready this ready.
Is theare a award for oldest VW US imported bus?
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Gerson
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BD owners on the East Coast can take a look at this thread and the link below, let's get going on this....... Johnny, not trying to hijack, just trying to get people on this side rousted up and organized, I posted this link on the other thead, feel free to post and help us out with this....
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=468699
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Rick
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| hmm. That gives me one year to get something ready. Of course if I make it I will be driving a stock 36hp from the bay area. No trailer for me. This would be a great adventure for my very first OCTO! Anyone else driving (slow) from the north? Andre? Greg and Clara? |
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andre b
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| hmm. That gives me one year to get something ready. Of course if I make it I will be driving a stock 36hp from the bay area. No trailer for me. This would be a great adventure for my very first OCTO! Anyone else driving (slow) from the north? Andre? Greg and Clara? |
that sound like a plan..the whole trailer thing sucks.I think the drive would be nice..we can just cruise and camp on the way..we need to get Dean to go to.. |
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Busfarmer
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It's all about the caravan. Last time we rolled 101 and it was a sight to behold.
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Rick
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| hmm. That gives me one year to get something ready. Of course if I make it I will be driving a stock 36hp from the bay area. No trailer for me. This would be a great adventure for my very first OCTO! Anyone else driving (slow) from the north? Andre? Greg and Clara? |
that sound like a plan..the whole trailer thing sucks.I think the drive would be nice..we can just cruise and camp on the way..we need to get Dean to go to.. |
yes Dean can be copilot. I won't even bring any tools or spare parts. If he can't fix it, he will push it! |
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BUCIOBATISTI
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Damn Johnny,
You where such a good looking model back then that you even made Halle Berry there on the right side of you look chubby! |
Shit, he was just kneeling down to get a peek up their skirts! I taught him that trick.
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Barndoor Mafia
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Joined: August 23, 2001
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Location: EUSKAL HERRIA
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| I spoke with the imfamous Dean Anderson and he said he was in as long as we drive . We had a caravan of about 14 barndoors that came out of the north last time and we should be able to do that with no problem this time. |
Yeah! That's what I'm talking about! I also do remember the NorCal BD boys rolling in DEEP! I say Drive down!!! You guys will all going in the same pace. Well, except you Todd.
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YES its true Im in as long as we drive. So "twice as nice half the price" will be there.
I have not driven the 55 brown and brown standard in over 10 years.
I got a barndoor chub goin on!!!!!!
This should be a lot of fun
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Cool Beans Dean! I haven't seen your Standard since the day I was brought into the BUS FARMERS Organization, And I am the only So Cali BUS FARMERS member .......... to this day! Air Vin, the picture above was taken during the celebration. I also remember the party inside that Deluxe which Lenny just finished. YIKES!!! But its good to hear and know the NorCal BD Boys are in on the action. I will make sure Danko stays away from your cooler! |
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low54
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| Barndoor Mafia wrote: |
| BulletBus wrote: |
| I'm up. I may drive from Florida, but I don't want to be the only one driving from the East Coast. So, if someone else is heading West, we can caravan over. This is gonna be so badass. About 2100 miles. |
You should talk to MaHk Rafferty. He's ventured across from Florida several times. Give him a gingle. He is aware of this event.
| streetwagens wrote: |
| Do miles in a ship count? |
Of course it does Mate! That would be AWESOME if you guys made the voyage out to the "Colonies" in your Buses!!!!
Scotty .......... here is your chance mate. I've spoke to Bear in Spacebook and he & Andrew are all for it!! REALLY.
| Plums wrote: |
A British invasion would be great
As Scotty said Mmmmmmmm |
Like I said, we haven't had a serious British Invasion in some time. This is also open to anyone who would like to participate. I know most of you British Barndoor owners and you guys know I will welcome you with open arms, But you have to buy me a pint, not Corona because we don't drink that piss! It's for the tourists. REALLY!
This year gap gives everyone enough time to either plan their holiday or get their Barndoor project ready for the event. |
..now THAT's food for thought! |
How about roll on roll of to brunswick florida drive across and ship the buses back home from california
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Barndoor Mafia
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For Sure Johnny, I'd love to chill with all you guys
I'm getting more and more excited about this Barndoor gathering at next years OCTO. It will be a blast and I'm sure we can reach the 40 plus Barndoor mark no problem. My 53 will definitely have some major improvements by then. |
Sounds like you are on a mission and I agree with you ....... 40 plus will be no problem. Especially now knowing our NorCal buddies will be making the voyage down.
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| I'll be there, might trailer it but will definitely be driving around so cal |
Awesome George! I remember your bus from many years ago and conteplated buying it. Though I would have never thought it would be on the road, like most of them. I'm glad you got it and made it road worthy. It will blend in perfectly with all the others at the gathering.
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BD owners on the East Coast can take a look at this thread and the link below, let's get going on this....... Johnny, not trying to hijack, just trying to get people on this side rousted up and organized, I posted this link on the other thead, feel free to post and help us out with this....
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=468699 |
Cool Gerson! This is a great idea and an awesome adventure. Hopefully MaHk can make out this year?? (Matisse misses him ) Even if folks were to trailer them out would be cool. Remember, it's about getting as many Barndoor's as we can at this gathering.
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Only 3000 miles and a year to get this ready this ready.
Is theare a award for oldest VW US imported bus?
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That will be an adventure for you my friend. Both the voyage out this way and getting your bus road worthy. Or you can always trailer it out this way? As far as awards go ............ TWO will be handed out. 1 for oldest Barndoor and 2 for longest distance "DRIVEN" Barndoor. We are also considering who brings out the most Barndoors. Single owner.
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Pints are the only way
What is the nearest port as I have a shipping contact who will give me a cost to send my bus out on a return journey.
This could make for a great family holiday
I will post up cost once I know and may work out cheaper the more busses wanting to go.
Sean |
Pints!! I'm all for that!
The nearest port here in Los Angeles is either San Pedro or Long Beach. As far as shipping it out here, you should contact Linda (Brenden), he knows this sort of stuff. I agree with you, this will make a great family holiday. There are TONS of things to do and see out this way, aside from VW's. Cheers
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| hmm. That gives me one year to get something ready. Of course if I make it I will be driving a stock 36hp from the bay area. No trailer for me. This would be a great adventure for my very first OCTO! Anyone else driving (slow) from the north? Andre? Greg and Clara? |
that sound like a plan..the whole trailer thing sucks.I think the drive would be nice..we can just cruise and camp on the way..we need to get Dean to go to.. |
yes Dean can be copilot. I won't even bring any tools or spare parts. If he can't fix it, he will push it! |
Rick - a lot of the NorCal folks have 36/25 hp engines, so no worries. You need to show up in your bus! In time people will chime in from all over. Lots of folks will be coming from up north so you can sort out your journey with them. Andre is coming and I'm pretty sure Clara will too!? And now confirmed, the infamous Dean Anderson will be coming down. |
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Barndoor Mafia
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| barndoormambo wrote: |
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| BulletBus wrote: |
| I'm up. I may drive from Florida, but I don't want to be the only one driving from the East Coast. So, if someone else is heading West, we can caravan over. This is gonna be so badass. About 2100 miles. |
You should talk to MaHk Rafferty. He's ventured across from Florida several times. Give him a gingle. He is aware of this event.
| streetwagens wrote: |
| Do miles in a ship count? |
Of course it does Mate! That would be AWESOME if you guys made the voyage out to the "Colonies" in your Buses!!!!
Scotty .......... here is your chance mate. I've spoke to Bear in Spacebook and he & Andrew are all for it!! REALLY.
| Plums wrote: |
A British invasion would be great
As Scotty said Mmmmmmmm |
Like I said, we haven't had a serious British Invasion in some time. This is also open to anyone who would like to participate. I know most of you British Barndoor owners and you guys know I will welcome you with open arms, But you have to buy me a pint, not Corona because we don't drink that piss! It's for the tourists. REALLY!
This year gap gives everyone enough time to either plan their holiday or get their Barndoor project ready for the event. |
..now THAT's food for thought! |
How about roll on roll of to brunswick florida drive across and ship the buses back home from california |
That can be totally be done. Then you guys can cruise across the "Colonies" with the east coast Yanks! REALLY!
Rumor has it to that a posse of Canadians are going to make the voyage down for the gathering!? |
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matthew smith1
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Was thinking of selling mine but now thinking of getting the old girl ready for a trip across the pond... Any other brits wanna share a container?
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drpete
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| Posted: Wed Jun 15, 2011 1:22 pm Post subject: |
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| hmm. That gives me one year to get something ready. Of course if I make it I will be driving a stock 36hp from the bay area. No trailer for me. This would be a great adventure for my very first OCTO! Anyone else driving (slow) from the north? Andre? Greg and Clara? |
A year, eh? I'll be there.....just not sure I'll drive mine that far though it sounds like a real adventure. But a caravan sounds like a great trip!
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Barndoor Mafia
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| Was thinking of selling mine but now thinking of getting the old girl ready for a trip across the pond... Any other brits wanna share a container? |
I'm sure you will sort it out mate! Hopefully this works out for all you guys!?
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| A year, eh? I'll be there.....just not sure I'll drive mine that far though it sounds like a real adventure. But a caravan sounds like a great trip! |
If you got a NorCal caravan going .......... it shouldn't be a problem rolling down with them in your bus. Or trailer it down to So Cali, then roll it around. I'm sure lots of folks will be doing this. |
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Busfarmer
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There's always safety and support in numbers. I would like to see the bay area, canada, nor cal and the idaho peaople all combine a caravan. We can show the BDM what a hit really is.
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Plums
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| barndoormambo wrote: |
| Barndoor Mafia wrote: |
| BulletBus wrote: |
| I'm up. I may drive from Florida, but I don't want to be the only one driving from the East Coast. So, if someone else is heading West, we can caravan over. This is gonna be so badass. About 2100 miles. |
You should talk to MaHk Rafferty. He's ventured across from Florida several times. Give him a gingle. He is aware of this event.
| streetwagens wrote: |
| Do miles in a ship count? |
Of course it does Mate! That would be AWESOME if you guys made the voyage out to the "Colonies" in your Buses!!!!
Scotty .......... here is your chance mate. I've spoke to Bear in Spacebook and he & Andrew are all for it!! REALLY.
| Plums wrote: |
A British invasion would be great
As Scotty said Mmmmmmmm |
Like I said, we haven't had a serious British Invasion in some time. This is also open to anyone who would like to participate. I know most of you British Barndoor owners and you guys know I will welcome you with open arms, But you have to buy me a pint, not Corona because we don't drink that piss! It's for the tourists. REALLY!
This year gap gives everyone enough time to either plan their holiday or get their Barndoor project ready for the event. |
..now THAT's food for thought! |
How about roll on roll of to brunswick florida drive across and ship the buses back home from california |
Flippin hell Ben, thats a long way across buddy  I dont think Sam (wife not fella) and the kids could hack that, great idea though
If in the next couple of months things go the way I want them to, we are going the kids and Sam are well up for it.
There will be alot to sort out, but what a holiday
Can anybody in Orange County collect my bus from the docks?
Cheers, Sean
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Barndoor Mafia
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| There's always safety and support in numbers. I would like to see the bay area, canada, nor cal and the idaho peaople all combine a caravan. We can show the BDM what a hit really is. |
OH SNAP!!! Don't forget Todd, I'm the only So Cal Bus Farmers Chapter member!!! Regardless, that would be an INSANE caravan down from your neck of the woods.
Sean .......... I'm sure someone in here will lend a helping hand. Just keep us posted. |
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