Agreed, it is a fine show. I can't say much for the judging but that's just me. It is without a doubt the single larges gathering of TAs/Firebirds you'll find. I've been a few time. Probably won't go this year because PSN and POCI are in my back yard. That 12 hour drive, one way, is too hard on old farts like me.
BTW, if any of you haven't heard, there's a new web site just for second generation bird owners.
http://www.transamcountry.com
As for working on cars, mine got a brake upgrade this winter. Dual piston aluminum calipers on the front now and a good rebuild of the back drums. I can now stop the beast without gritting my teeth and clenching my buttocks.