Frankenmuth Auto Fest 2012

[RBeckman]

Just got my registration information for Sept 7-9 2012....Who's going this year?

www.frankenmuthautofest.com

[Ms Grumpy]

I might just drive up for one or two days. It's only and hour. I have to check it out a little more.

[FlintTony]

Kathy and I will be there. Taking the Nomad again.

[RBeckman]

I'm number 0273 and I will be taking the Camaro this year if I can get the clock working.

[FlintTony]

0227 here, and they sell them damn clocks at wally world!!!! Dime-a-dozen, if I recall correctly.

[Ms Grumpy]

0227 here, and they sell them damn clocks at wally world!!!! Dime-a-dozen, if i recall correctly.

roflmao.....

[FlintTony]

Hey Hank...Are you coming up this year?

[FlintTony]

I got my yearly hair-cut and trimmed my beard. I'm ready now!

[Hank70SS]

We'll be there. Guess I better get online and register.

[Hank70SS]

OK, we're registered. I probably won't go to all the trouble of getting a hair cut and shaving but I will polish my sneakers and I promise to shower first.

You guys want to do some lunches together like we've done before? I'll bring the grill.

[FlintTony]

The grill thing is kinda up to you Hank. I likes me some burgers and dogs, but I can go to the deli and grab some meats for subs. If you are limited for room in the car, I would say leave the grill home.

[Hank70SS]

Henry will be coming up Friday morning, he can put it in the trunk of his car. Then we can go get it with the Nomad like we did before if that's OK with you.

[FlintTony]

OK. That will work.

[RBeckman]

I offered to drag it up behind my car but I guess no wanted that, I will bring the veggie burgers for those of us with heart issues.

[FlintTony]

VEGGIE BURGERS!!!!!!! Ha ha Ric...that's just crazy talk!

[flash]

I want to hear about these veggie burgers ,sounds pretty good.

[Hank70SS]

VEGGIE BURGERS!!!!!!! Ha ha Ric...that's just crazy talk!

I'm with Tony on that one. Of course I haven't been rushed to the ER because I was having a heart attack like some people.

[Ms Grumpy]

My kids swear by those veggie burgers.

[flash]

Well who is going to be the first volunteer to send me a couple to sample or at least a recipe .

[Ms Grumpy]

They are available in the grocery store. Look for BOCA Burgers in the freezer section. SAM's Club sells them also.

[flash]

And I thought you were talking homemade ,may try them sometime though .I like homemade turkey burgers and I just bought a new grill so it may be time to break that baby in.

[RBeckman]

My wife loves those Bocca burgers, they aren't to bad if they are covered with BBQ sauce.

[RBeckman]

Ok, it's a week and 1/2 away. So Far I have seen Tony, Hank and myself with our lovely spouses going. Also, John with the 69 Silver Chevelle and Eric with the 69 Yellow Chevelle and Mike with the 1952 Henry J will be joing us, so that makes 6 parking spots. Anyone else?

Hank, have you heard or spoke to our buddy Ray lately?

Note: The Camaro is kind of iffy as I just found out that the light for the AM radio does not work and it may be dark when I'm driving and not having a light so I know what AM radio station I'm listening to is unacceptable. Does anyone know of a AM radio station in the Flint area? I listen to WJR out of Detroit but I lose that just past Flint.

[FlintTony]

Ric...park the Camaro immediatley!!! There is severe danger trying to drive it without the radio light! Call the law firm of Dewey, Cheetam, and How, ASAP! Sue the dirty bastard that sold you the Camaro! First the clock, now this! Maybe you should just hunt the seller down and KILL him!

[flash]

Or just give me the Damn Camaro .

[RBeckman]

Ric...park the Camaro immediatley!!! There is severe danger trying to drive it without the radio light! Call the law firm of Dewey, Cheetam, and How, ASAP! Sue the dirty bastard that sold you the Camaro! First the clock, now this! Maybe you should just hunt the seller down and KILL him!

Let's not forget about the tail light being out as well, and the 3 minutes and $1.19 I have into this repair. I have to admit that he did try to make the clock issue right with the garage sale pocket watch and velcro strip.

I have been thinking about this a lot latley and my wife has told me to forgive and forget and not let it affect my blood pressure and to control my rage over these major issues. Plus the guy I bought the car from carries so I need to careful of that...don't want a shoot out in the middle of Frankenmuth. I'm thinking if I steal his smokes that would be payback for all the frustration I have been through in the past year.

Or just give me the Damn Camaro .
John, I could not do that to a fellow member and have that sort of anger directed towards me. Plus I know you are downsizing so I don't want to add to your collection.

[FlintTony]

Take his smokes? Man, that's just more crazy talk.

Mike, the guy with the silver 69 Camaro, is coming up Fri morn and will be parking with us. What time do you plan on getting up there?

[RBeckman]

Take his smokes? Man, that's just more crazy talk. Also, slip him a turkey burger in place of his Hamburg...that will teach him.

Mike, the guy with the silver 69 Camaro, is coming up Fri morn and will be parking with us. What time do you plan on getting up there?

Is that the Yenko tribute one that was with us last year? I don't remember what time we got there last year...7:00 am? Gates open at 8:00. I see we can rent AMIGO's there to cruise around in...I wonder if they will allow us drink and drive with one of those.

[Hank70SS]

Ok, it's a week and 1/2 away. So Far I have seen Tony, Hank and myself with our lovely spouses going. Also, John with the 69 Silver Chevelle and Eric with the 69 Yellow Chevelle and Mike with the 1952 Henry J will be joing us, so that makes 6 parking spots. Anyone else?

Hank, have you heard or spoke to our buddy Ray lately?

Note: The Camaro is kind of iffy as I just found out that the light for the AM radio does not work and it may be dark when I'm driving and not having a light so I know what AM radio station I'm listening to is unacceptable. Does anyone know of a AM radio station in the Flint area? I listen to WJR out of Detroit but I lose that just past Flint.

Talked to Ray last week, he plans to come up Saturday for the day with his new squeeze. My neighbor is getting a restored 70 convert from Tony,s Muscle cars in PA. If the seats and top are done in time he plans to come up Saturday too. Not sure how many spots we can hold but we can try.

I think normal arrival time for us has been around 7:30. Doesn't look like Brian has chimed in, wonder if he is coming.

I got the grill and propane covered. Lynda said she'd make pasta salad or something like that and maybe some homemade chocolate chip cookies. Tony you plan on getting the meat and buns in town again? Ric, can you do condiments again, catsup, mustard,etc? We can all bring chips, nachos, snacks.

Only a week away, guess I better go clean up the Chevelle.

[RBeckman]

Talked to Ray last week, he plans to come up Saturday for the day with his new squeeze. My neighbor is getting a restored 70 convert from Tony,s Muscle cars in PA. If the seats and top are done in time he plans to come up Saturday too. Not sure how many spots we can hold but we can try.

Good for Ray, I hope we don't scare her away. I don't think it will be a issue with saving spots, if anyone has a issue we can introduce them to Tony.

I think normal arrival time for us has been around 7:30. Doesn't look like Brian has chimed in, wonder if he is coming.

I was with Brian at Camaro Fest and he said that he would not make Frankenmuth this year, he was going to a local charity car show that sounded pretty cool.

I got the grill and propane covered. Lynda said she'd make pasta salad or something like that and maybe some homemade chocolate chip cookies. Tony you plan on getting the meat and buns in town again? Ric, can you do condiments again, catsup, mustard,etc? We can all bring chips, nachos, snacks.

I can bring more than condiments...I will bring some Tofu Burgers for Tony and me since I know his doctor told him the same thing mine did for on the red meat.. and we can live long lives.

Only a week away, guess I better go clean up the Chevelle.

I'll drop mine off this weekend before I head to Fort Wayne for the week so you can get mine cleaned up.

[Bowtie-Bri]

Hey Ric,

If you could of squeezed out a few more bucks for the Extended warranty, none of the problems mentioned would of been an issue. ;) I'm sure the deductible had was the deciding factor, so I understand why you decided against it. :D





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Note: The Camaro is kind of iffy as I just found out that the light for the AM radio does not work and it may be dark when I'm driving and not having a light so I know what AM radio station I'm listening to is unacceptable. Does anyone know of a AM radio station in the Flint area? I listen to WJR out of Detroit but I lose that just past Flint.[/QUOTE]

[Bowtie-Bri]

Hey Guys,
I regret to inform you that my lovely wife and I will not be attending the Frankenmuth Autofest this year. We canceled our reservations at the Bavarian Inn. We are planning to attend next year and look forward to seeing you all then. Hope ya'll have an awesome time!

Ric,
what is the name of the hotel your staying at? We might try and get reservations for next year.

Take careWaving

[FlintTony]

I'll bring some meats and buns.

Hope to see you next year then Brian.

What the hell are tofo burgers?

[Hank70SS]

What the hell are tofo burgers?

You really don't want to know Tony. What say with stick with some good old ground beef burgers.

[Hank70SS]

Hey Guys,
I regret to inform you that my lovely wife and I will not be attending the Frankenmuth Autofest this year. We canceled our reservations at the Bavarian Inn. We are planning to attend next year and look forward to seeing you all then. Hope ya'll have an awesome time!

Ric,
what is the name of the hotel your staying at? We might try and get reservations for next year.

Take careWaving

Hope to see you next year Brian.

[Ms Grumpy]

My car is scheduled to be picked up by the trans shop on the 8th, not sure what time. I am hoping to make it up to see you guys this year. Heck, I can't drive my car so at least I should go and look at some other sweet rides. Not sure if I will be able to get grumpy to go, a lot of walking is hard for him. But I am hoping to bring my son Jacob who is my cruising buddy.

[Hank70SS]

My car is scheduled to be picked up by the trans shop on the 8th, not sure what time. I am hoping to make it up to see you guys this year. Heck, I can't drive my car so at least I should go and look at some other sweet rides. Not sure if I will be able to get grumpy to go, a lot of walking is hard for him. But I am hoping to bring my son Jacob who is my cruising buddy.

Don't have to have a car there to enjoy Autofest. Make sure you stop by for a visit. I'm sure we'll be next to the Bavarian Inn again, in between the inn and the river. Just look for a couple of black Chevelle canopies.

If you let us know what time you're arriving I'll have Ric stand at the top of the hill to greet you. I haven't cleared that with Ric yet but I'm sure he'll be okay with that. Tony and I will be too busy drinking beer, smoking and telling lies. :drunk:

[FlintTony]

Tony and I will be too busy drinking beer, smoking and telling lies.
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Oh hell yes! Now yer talkin!


Come on up Mrs, the boy will love the cars.

[RBeckman]

Ric,
what is the name of the hotel your staying at? We might try and get reservations for next year.


The Fair Field by Marriot, I will get the number and the date and time to call to get on the waiting list. Last year is was a week later and started at 8:00 a.m., I set the alarm on my phone and was first to call and first on list.
What the hell are tofo burgers?

Tofu is made from soybeans, water and a coagulant, or curdling agent. It is high in protein and calcium and well known for its ability to absorb new flavors through spices and marinades and taste like crap.

If you let us know what time you're arriving I'll have Ric stand at the top of the hill to greet you. I haven't cleared that with Ric yet but I'm sure he'll be okay with that. Tony and I will be too busy drinking beer, smoking and telling lies. :drunk:

We since I'm the youngest and best looking and in the best shape I can see why you picked me...I'm honered.

Also, I want to thank everyone for the all the cards and email supporting me with the issue with the burned out light on my AM radio. After many hours and many many dollars I know have it fixed and it is now road worthy. And Brian as for the extended warrany, it was not offered, and when I did ask for a CARFAX it looked like it was hand written and he told me it was just the font he used to print it out. Check out the pics of the radio light and tail light fixed....sweet. ha

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[FlintTony]

Hey Ric, I found the paperwork for the extended warranty...bring 2500 bucks with you to Frankenmuth and I'll transfer it over to you. Such a deal!

[Hank70SS]

We since I'm the youngest and best looking and in the best shape I can see why you picked me...I'm honered.

That's what I like about you Ric. I knew you'd take this menial assignment and turn it into a positive.

Also, I want to thank everyone for the all the cards and email supporting me with the issue with the burned out light on my AM radio. After many hours and many many dollars I know have it fixed and it is now road worthy. And Brian as for the extended warrany, it was not offered, and when I did ask for a CARFAX it looked like it was hand written and he told me it was just the font he used to print it out. Check out the pics of the radio light and tail light fixed....sweet. ha

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Sweet, now you'll be able to jam to NPR in the dark.



I really am looking forward to seeing all you guys next weekend. Let's hope the weather holds up.

[Bowtie-Bri]

I think Tony failed to mention the deductible you need to pay each time you use the warranty.
Hey Ric, I found the paperwork for the extended warranty...bring 2500 bucks with you to Frankenmuth and I'll transfer it over to you. Such a deal!

Hope ya'll have fun and we'll be looking forward to next year! :D

[robo3]

hello! everyone. im going to be attending the show this year ! on saturday and sunday. can u guys save me a spot both days? and what time do i show up and where do i go to regester? ive been there the last few years on the friday nite road party.but not this year . im going to try the show. i have a canopy and will bring dogs and drinks. if any one has a little room on a grill that would be cool ! thanks john

[Bowtie-Bri]

Here is a map to the place you need to go in order to register.
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&biw=1280&bih=624&wrapid=tlif134664754710610&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=schaefer+bierlein+chrysler+frankenmuth&fb=1&gl=us&hq=schaefer+bierlein+chrysler&hnear=0x8823f287285df793:0x8050516199bcb01f,Franke nmuth,+MI&cid=0,0,1363108261342858198&sa=X&ei=RDZEUJKJMI7PqAGsx4DQDA&ved=0CJcBEPwSMAA
You might still be able to register online as well.
http://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?469398

Have fun! ;)


hello! everyone. im going to be attending the show this year ! on saturday and sunday. can u guys save me a spot both days? and what time do i show up and where do i go to regester? ive been there the last few years on the friday nite road party.but not this year . im going to try the show. i have a canopy and will bring dogs and drinks. if any one has a little room on a grill that would be cool ! thanks john

[Hank70SS]

John, we'll try to save you a spot. Get there on Saturday as early as you can, park opens at 7 on Saturday. Online registration is closed, you can register when you get there at Schaefer Bierlein Chrysler. Use the map Brian linked or Google Frankenmuth Autofest or the Chrysler dealer. We come from the south and you'll be coming from the north so I don't want to try to tell you how to get there. Once inside the park you'll follow the road, stay to the left. At the end of the road you drive on the grass, follow the river back towards the Bavarian Inn and covered bridge.

We should be in between the river and the inn. Look for 2 black Chevelle canopies. I have a 70, gold with white top. Tony is bringing his 55 Chevy nomad. They'll also be a yellow and a silver 69 Chevelle.

[robo3]

ill be there fri to walk the road .mabe ill try to register than

[Hank70SS]

ill be there fri to walk the road .mabe ill try to register than

Good idea, it will save time on Saturday and you'll get your wrist bands for entry to the park. Other wise you would have to pay to go in on Friday then again on Saturday, it's only a few bucks but what the heck. Come find us on Friday then you'll know where to go on Saturday.

[FlintTony]

What's your name robo?

Ric, are you bringing paper plates and eating utensiles?

You guys want some Jack Daniels? I've got a few bottles here in the shop I can bring.

[robo3]

oh my name is john, do you guys and gals sit down in the (hole) with your cars fri evening? and what should i bring for supplys if you need any!

[robo3]

just registered 1194 # . registration was open till 12 am tonight on line

[FlintTony]

John, we usally leave the cars in the Park and walk downtown. It's way too crowded on Main street for me, plus I have a beer of 30, so I don't drive.

Not sure if you need to bring any supplies. If you drink beer, bring some.

See you there.

[Hank70SS]

You guys want some Jack Daniels? I've got a few bottles here in the shop I can bring.

Forecast is much cooler and chance of ran. May need some Jack to keep warm. Just don't let Ray see it, he can drink it like water. J/K, don't think he'll drink since he's not staying overnight and has to drive home.

[Hank70SS]

oh my name is john, do you guys and gals sit down in the (hole) with your cars fri evening? and what should i bring for supplys if you need any!


Not sure who all in the group is bringing stuff. Lynda said she'll make some spaghetti salad, cookies and ham rolls. We've got the grill and propane covered and you're welcome to use it. We'll have burgers and dogs and whatever pass arounds people bring.

Like Tony said we walk into town Friday and Saturday nights. Some cruise Main St for awhile Saturday night. Plan on walking several miles so wear some comfortable shoes.

[FlintTony]

Hey John...I just looked at your build pictures. Man, you've done a ton of work on that car. Sure does look good in the pictures. Can't wait to see it!

[Ms Grumpy]

There is a lot of walking, I do agree, but there are some beautiful cars. I am hoping that the weather cooperates.

[Hank70SS]

Hey John...I just looked at your build pictures. Man, you've done a ton of work on that car. Sure does look good in the pictures. Can't wait to see it!

I saw them too, ton of work and a great looking car. Wish I had the skills to do something like that.

Tony, you really should bring your 69 to Frankenmuth. It's a shame to have that beautiful car just sit in your garage and it would be a great addition to the other Chevelles, just saying.

[Hank70SS]

If you drink beer, bring some.

If you do drink beer, bring plenty. It seems to go really fast there. If you don't, that's cool, you'll enjoy the weekend either way. Looking forward to meeting you and seeing your car. You have my cell#. Call me on Friday if you come up just to walk around. Then you'll know where we're at when you bring your car on Saturday.

[FlintTony]

Hank, I still get mad when I think about the scratch's that I had to fix the last time I had the Chevelle up there.

[robo3]

scratch!!!! :eek:
ill bring pleanty to drink !!!!!!
i have a gold on gold int. with black vinyl top 454 ss clone im building right now.
thanks for the complements.
i hope to get there arround 3:30 ish fri to go get my car registeration .(can i do that without my car ?) than just pull in sat morning ?

[Hank70SS]

scratch!!!! :eek:
ill bring pleanty to drink !!!!!!
i have a gold on gold int. with black vinyl top 454 ss clone im building right now.
thanks for the complements.
i hope to get there arround 3:30 ish fri to go get my car registeration .(can i do that without my car ?) than just pull in sat morning ?

Should be able to do that. They don't check or care if you go straight in. You can come and go as you please if you have the 2012 Autofest sticker in the window and a wrist band for everyone in the car. You normally get 2 wrist bands good for the weekend with your registration. I looked but didn't see it this year, hope they didn't change it.

[robo3]

ok ill call you fri eve and save me a spot !

[RBeckman]

What's your name robo?

Ric, are you bringing paper plates and eating utensiles?

You guys want some Jack Daniels? I've got a few bottles here in the shop I can bring.

Got it covered, it will be Justin Bieber plates with his picture

[FlintTony]

Beer is on ice, Nomad is packed, the stinking weather looks like crap for tomorrow. See you all in the morning.

[Hank70SS]

Beer is on ice, Nomad is packed, the stinking weather looks like crap for tomorrow. See you all in the morning.

Beer is in the fridge, throw it in the cooler, then in the trunk and we're ready to roll.

Weather doesn't look, good. Sounds like a day of sitting under canopies, drinking beer and telling stories. That's if the canopies don't blow away, in which case we'll have to move inside the BI. Saturday will be cool but low chance of rain.

We're going to meet Ric in Fenton at 6:30 so should be there by 7:30, if Eric can keep up.

[Hank70SS]

Got it covered, it will be Justin Bieber plates with his picture

If you have any of his cd's maybe you could burn me some copies. They make awesome frisbies and the dog loves chewing on them. I tried hip-hop and rap but she wouldn't go near them.

[Ms Grumpy]

I am keeping my fingers crossed for you that the weather will cooperate with you guys. I have seen that it is going to be cooler on Sat and Sun, but the rain is not in the picture.

I hope to be able to come up there this weekend, if not I hope to see some pics.

[RBeckman]

Beer is in the fridge, throw it in the cooler, then in the trunk and we're ready to roll.

Weather doesn't look, good. Sounds like a day of sitting under canopies, drinking beer and telling stories. That's if the canopies don't blow away, in which case we'll have to move inside the BI. Saturday will be cool but low chance of rain.

We're going to meet Ric in Fenton at 6:30 so should be there by 7:30, if Eric can keep up.

All packed and ready to GO. Hank, Eric and John are meeting up with us at McDonalds @ 6:30, We will have to let Eric lead as he is running 411's....but so is John but he has that 6 speed that he can do 90 @ 2000 rpm. Also, I threw duct tape and bungee cords in the trunk to tie the tents together in case of wind. Also got the umbrella's in the trunk.

Mike (the Henry J) is part of the featured cars up there and gets a special spot up town right next to Zenders in that little park next to the river for the weekend, its suppose to be all Kaisers which also made the Henry J

[Ms Grumpy]

Are you guys looking to be in the spot where we saw you before. Right near the hotel ?

[RBeckman]

Are you guys looking to be in the spot where we saw you before. Right near the hotel ?


That is what we are shooting for, we have been able to get it for the last 4 years....Tony and Hank don't like the short walk far to their rooms after all the drinking and bragging.

[robo3]

dont forget to save me a spot !!

[RBeckman]

dont forget to save me a spot !!

We have 3 spots saved

[flash]

Ya'll take lots of pics for those of us that would love to be there .

[Hank70SS]

Just got home, it was great weekend. Started raining around 8 PM Friday and probably dropped an inch on us. Saturday was a nice day and we didn't have to post bail for anyone all weekend, so all and all a pretty good weekend.

Robo3 joined us, he did a beautiful job on his 70, very nice car. Was good to see everyone again and meet John.

[RBeckman]

I just got home, when I went back down to the park this morning @ 9:30 everyone was gone except my tent and chairs and empty beer cans. Stayed for the award ceremony as a friend of mine that has parked with us before won top awards for the featured car make of the event (Kaiser), he has a 52 Henry J that he restored and won top honors so I stayed and took pictures for him.

It has been one long weekend, cars, beer, cars, food and more beer...I need to to go back to work for a vacation......and to help pay for all the retirees that were with us..ha

Ohhh, look a bunny. You had to be there to understand that comment.

[robo3]

great to meet you guys ! day went by way to fast to get to know everyone. mabe next year ! Waving

[FlintTony]

I found out that at 6AM, there was only one fool in the park. Me. I had to walk around smoking for an hour or so before I could even get in.

Had a good time again. We walked around on Main Street Sat night for a few hous, had a few more beers, then called it a day. Only casualty was our tent. I looked for a donation can that you guys set up for a new one, but somebody must have stolen it.

Hank, be sure and tell Lynda thanks for making the cookies, salad, and ham rolls, Ric, thanks for all the fixins. John, hope to see you next year. Again, beautiful job on the Chevelle. I hope Henry got the grill back to his ride. He just did'nt seem to excited about getting up at 7 this morning.

Checked my email when we got home. A guy from the one of the other sites I visit wants to buy my Chevelle.

[Ms Grumpy]

Sounds like you guys had a blast. I got stuck Sat. taking David to Ypsilanti.

Gotta know about the "bunny" comment. PM me..... :)

So what happened to the tent ?

Congrats Tony on the possible sale of the Chevelle ?

[flash]

I know its an oversight on somebodys part ,but where are the pics and what happened to the poor bunny ?

[FlintTony]

My canopy-tent got crushed by all the rain that accumulated on the roof. It made some pockets that held buckets of rain. The weight started snapping the aluminum supports, then it just collapsed. There were a bunch of them that happened to.

I'm not too sure that I want to sell the Chevelle. I had it listed a couple of years ago, but everyone wanted to beat me up on the price. I'm not in any hurry to see it go, so chances are pretty good I will keep it.

[Hank70SS]

I found out that at 6AM, there was only one fool in the park. Me. I had to walk around smoking for an hour or so before I could even get in.

You couldn't just walk out the side door of the inn and into the park?

Hank, be sure and tell Lynda thanks for making the cookies, salad, and ham rolls, Ric, thanks for all the fixins. John, hope to see you next year. Again, beautiful job on the Chevelle. I hope Henry got the grill back to his ride. He just did'nt seem to excited about getting up at 7 this morning.

I'll tell her and thanks for supplying the burgers and dogs again. They let us drive Henry's car down into the park Sunday morning, done that in the past too so no problem.

Sounds like you guys had a blast. I got stuck Sat. taking David to Ypsilanti.

Gotta know about the "bunny" comment. PM me..... :)


We did have a good weekend with some good friends. The bunny, comes from a t-shirt I saw in FL.

"It's not that I have A.D.D., it's just that... Oh look a bunny!"

We threw out the "Oh look a bunny" whenever someone suddenly changed subjects or got distracted by other things. Had a good time with John on that one. Not robo3, another John that's part of our group.


Flash, Tony was in charge of pictures this year, so don't hold your breath.

[Hank70SS]

Hey Ric, let me know when they start taking reservations at the Fairfield, I'll let my neighbor know. He's going to see his car today, if all is ok he should have it Friday, a week too late.

Start calling the BI the beginning of June if you want to get in there. That's when the letters go out saying they're going to charge your credit card for the first night. They charge your card around the end of June so if people are going to cancel a lot will do it then.

[FlintTony]

Me, in charge of pictures? Well, if I can figure out how to get them off my "Barbie Phone" or my 35MM relic, I'll post them.

I went out the side door of the Motel, but they had the plastic fence up. I tried to move it, but in the dark it took a while to figure out that it was tie-strapped to the poles.

[RBeckman]

Hey Ric, let me know when they start taking reservations at the Fairfield, I'll let my neighbor know. He's going to see his car today, if all is ok he should have it Friday, a week too late.

Start calling the BI the beginning of June if you want to get in there. That's when the letters go out saying they're going to charge your credit card for the first night. They charge your card around the end of June so if people are going to cancel a lot will do it then.

He will need to call on Sept 19th starting at 8:00 A.M. to get his name on the list and is will be good for the Fairfield and Spring Hill Suites. The number is 989.652.5000, I set my alarm at work (remember I'm not retired like you guys) and was first on wait list and they did not call me till first of July.

Me, in charge of pictures? Well, if I can figure out how to get them off my "Barbie Phone" or my 35MM relic, I'll post them.

I went out the side door of the Motel, but they had the plastic fence up. I tried to move it, but in the dark it took a while to figure out that it was tie-strapped to the poles.

Tony, you were taking pics with your 1999 Motorola flip phone and then you said you need to buy film for it to take any more. Did you ever find film for it?

Fence...there was no fence, I'm thinking you were having a Jack Daniels moment...or chasing the rabbit.

I did not find my camara till I packed the car up after you guys left me all alone. I did get a couple pics of Mike winning the award. I take bad pics, it looks like the hood is white and it's not.
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[Hank70SS]

Me, in charge of pictures? Well, if I can figure out how to get them off my "Barbie Phone" or my 35MM relic, I'll post them.

I went out the side door of the Motel, but they had the plastic fence up. I tried to move it, but in the dark it took a while to figure out that it was tie-strapped to the poles.

Guess we should have put Kathy in charge of the pictures. I've gone out that way after the park officially closes and in the morning before it officially opens, never seen them close that entrance before.

He will need to call on Sept 19th starting at 8:00 A.M. to get his name on the list and is will be good for the Fairfield and Spring Hill Suites. The number is 989.652.5000, I set my alarm at work (remember I'm not retired like you guys) and was first on wait list and they did not call me till first of July.



Tony, you were taking pics with your 1999 Motorola flip phone and then you said you need to buy film for it to take any more. Did you ever find film for it?

Fence...there was no fence, I'm thinking you were having a Jack Daniels moment...or chasing the rabbit.

I did not find my camara till I packed the car up after you guys left me all alone. I did get a couple pics of Mike winning the award. I take bad pics, it looks like the hood is white and it's not.


I'll let my neighbor know about calling, thanks. Maybe the film in your camera is just old, try some new stuff.

I have a Nikon DSLR that takes awesome pictures. I just hate taking pictures, it takes all the fun out of walking around and looking at the cars. Besides, I heard they had over 4,000 cars registered and probably over 20,000 people walking around. The only thing you can take a picture of is the guy standing in front of the car you want to take a picture of.

[Bowtie-Bri]

Hey Ric, let me know when they start taking reservations at the Fairfield, I'll let my neighbor know. He's going to see his car today, if all is ok he should have it Friday, a week too late.

Start calling the BI the beginning of June if you want to get in there. That's when the letters go out saying they're going to charge your credit card for the first night. They charge your card around the end of June so if people are going to cancel a lot will do it then.

Who's wanting to get into the BI Hank?
I'm thinking of trying to get into the Marv Herzog Hotel. I'm going to compare the price to the BI. If it's about the same, then I'll probably try and get back into the BI. Looking forward to seeing ya'll next year!http://www.marvherzoghotel.com/media/images/applicationImages/photoGallery/photos/03.jpg

[Hank70SS]

Brian, Ric said he might move to the BI if he can get in there.

[RBeckman]

Who's wanting to get into the BI Hank?
I'm thinking of trying to get into the Marv Herzog Hotel. I'm going to compare the price to the BI. If it's about the same, then I'll probably try and get back into the BI. Looking forward to seeing ya'll next year!http://www.marvherzoghotel.com/media/images/applicationImages/photoGallery/photos/03.jpg

I've still got my name at the Marv Herzog, we did get to see a room that faced the river last year and it was cool and it was about $200.00

Brian, Ric said he might move to the BI if he can get in there.

I've tried to get into BI for over 5 years and have not had any luck, if it works out I'd change just to be that close so when it comes to nap time it's only a few steps away....I just have to request a room that is not below Tony's in case he has one too many of Jack Daniels.

The room we had this year at Fairfield was facing main street and that was pretty cool....the band was just below our window but after the rain started Friday night they were done.

[RBeckman]

My Friend Mike was looking for coverage on the Frankenmuth this year and ran across this article from last year.....Nice Chevelle...ha.

It must have been early on Friday as the grass is not worn yet and Tony must have went back to get the hot rod and left the Nomad.

http://www.mlive.com/news/saginaw/index.ssf/2011/09/frankenmuth_auto_fest_rolls_in.html

[Bowtie-Bri]

If we can't get into the Marv Herzog hotel, then I'll try the BI.
Would like to get a river view, but you can't be to picky, so we'll have to wait and see......
I've still got my name at the Marv Herzog, we did get to see a room that faced the river last year and it was cool and it was about $200.00



I've tried to get into BI for over 5 years and have not had any luck, if it works out I'd change just to be that close so when it comes to nap time it's only a few steps away....I just have to request a room that is not below Tony's in case he has one too many of Jack Daniels.

The room we had this year at Fairfield was facing main street and that was pretty cool....the band was just below our window but after the rain started Friday night they were done.