Manx On The Banx, Oct. 8-14, 2012

Gary0302 · Last edited by Gary0302 on Fri Sep 28, 2012 4:22 am; edited 38 times in total

Unfortunately, I missed last year’s inaugural "Manx on the Banx" on the Outer Banks of NC (no excuses, huge brainlock on my part), but I am going to do my best not to make the same mistake twice. I plan on trailering my buggy up there for the 7 day event; I figure that travel time from Jacksonville (NC) should take about 3.5 to 4 hours, not allowing for stops along the way.

I was wondering if those that attended last year’s event would plan or prepare any differently (dune buggy vehicle prep, accommodations, places to check out, etc). For those that may be interested, I hope to create a dedicated section on my website (East Coast Dune Buggies) featuring photos and YouTube video links. After the event is over, feel free to send your submissions to [email protected].

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buggy2430 · Samba Member Joined: May 14, 2008 Posts: 261

I would love to, but unfortunatly our financial situation won't allow it. And I'm in North Carolina too. 400 miles away though.

Q-Dog · Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 6:51 pm Post subject:

I just drove a few days up the Outer Banks, unfortunately not in my buggy. We had a great time and I thought several times how much nicer it would have been in the buggy. I just don't know if we can swing another trip this Summer.
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vincent9993 · Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 6:52 pm Post subject:

Count France and I in!

manxcraig · Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 7:02 pm Post subject:

Money is so tight right now, I've never been this broke. I doubt I can make it.
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wvbowtieman · Samba Member Joined: September 16, 2010 Posts: 195

Buggy should be finished around mid August......We will be there! Razz

monomanx · Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 8:08 pm Post subject:

oh man...you are stressing me out...i finally got the moncoque fuel tank gel coat all sanded out and received my order of vinyl ester resin and glass. i have to coat the entire inside of the tank....and then put the lid back on the tank....then repaint. it seems like that should go ptty quickly...but seems to be taking a long time.

i hope to drive it from anderson sc to the motb run...about an eleven hour drive in a 40 hp buggy...woohoo.

chris

Tom_Kathleen · Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2012 7:06 am Post subject:

If we survive the Tahoe area Manx Club event in September, we will be there. Tom
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didget69 · Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2012 8:33 am Post subject:

73SpeedBuggy · Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2012 10:58 am Post subject:

If I ever get my new hood and windshield we'll be there.
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monomanx · Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2012 12:30 pm Post subject:

manxcraig · Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2012 3:54 pm Post subject:

Map quest says 13 hours, 11 minuets, 791 miles. Dang I want to go.
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surfnc · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2012 8:17 am Post subject:

Keep in mind that the activities that were done last year will be the same this year and will happen on the week end. (10/12-14) So don't think that you have to come for the whole week. (may help with the expense)
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joescoolcustoms · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2012 9:00 am Post subject:

Just started on building the buggy yesterday. Rented a house in Kill Devil Hills for the week, so I better hurry up the build.
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Gary0302 · Posted: Tue Jul 03, 2012 4:49 pm Post subject:

Hi Guys,

I just made my reservations for Manx on the Banx by calling the Travelodge at Kill Devil Hills (800-338-7761, pressed 1 for reservations). They are offering a 20% discount on room rates for those that plan to attend the Manx on the Banx event. If you have any questions (as far as the Travelodge set up is concerned), ask for Scott Jackle.
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1madmanx · Posted: Fri Jul 06, 2012 2:21 pm Post subject:

manxcraig · Posted: Fri Jul 06, 2012 4:06 pm Post subject:

I'm thinking about attending on a very tight budget, will there be camping on site?
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surfnc · Posted: Fri Jul 06, 2012 4:17 pm Post subject:

Craig
Unfortunately the Park Service camps are closed for the season by that time but you could try here:

http://www.therefuge-roanokeisland.com/

Vince
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1madmanx · Posted: Fri Jul 06, 2012 4:18 pm Post subject:


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