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Old 07-29-2013, 09:50 PM
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I still be there Saturday vending 2nd Gen. Firebird parts ( NOS & used ). But at the rate you guy's are talking about this construction it will be another year you wont see my Formula there on Sunday.

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Old 07-29-2013, 10:05 PM
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I still be there Saturday vending 2nd Gen. Firebird parts ( NOS & used ). But at the rate you guy's are talking about this construction it will be another year you wont see my Formula there on Sunday.
Not sure I understand? It's not like there's gravel and mud all over the place and its not like there are nt detours.

It was much worse last year and we hosted the POCI show with over 1000 cars.

It's construction. Welcome to Chicago.

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Old 07-29-2013, 10:34 PM
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I drive my 70 thru there twice a week, I have even stopped at the Culvers for a MALT. Some people here ( FormulaPhil) are OVERBLOWING this to the 10th degree. There is nothing there that will hurt anybody's prized possession unless you drive like a total A-HOLE or drive off the road. If you are driving your car to the show...guess what .....its a driver, if its a show car like Brew's old 4sp its in a trailer. That said, would I drive Brew's former show car or Mike's newly done T37 on North Ave to the show?

***** YA is my answer.....END OF STORY

No disrespect ment to anybody here...Jim, I realize that none of us want to damage our cars in any way and you won't. You know that I would not say this if I did not believe it. Bring the car and lets enjoy the day, there is NO ISSUE.

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Old 07-29-2013, 10:38 PM
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I figured so, will be doing a four wheel drift all the way

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Old 07-29-2013, 10:52 PM
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I drive my 70 thru there twice a week, I have even stopped at the Culvers for a MALT. Some people here ( FormulaPhil) are OVERBLOWING this to the 10th degree. There is nothing there that will hurt anybody's prized possession unless you drive like a total A-HOLE or drive off the road. If you are driving your car to the show...guess what .....its a driver, if its a show car like Brew's old 4sp its in a trailer. That said, would I drive Brew's former show car or Mike's newly done T37 on North Ave to the show?

***** YA is my answer.....END OF STORY

No disrespect ment to anybody here...Jim, I realize that none of us want to damage our cars in any way and you won't. You know that I would not say this if I did not believe it. Bring the car and lets enjoy the day, there is NO ISSUE.

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Well stated Craig. Now let the show go on !!!!!

For those just coming to the cruise, parking starts at 4pm. Band starts around 7.

But don't forget that there are seminars running all day Saturday too.

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Old 07-30-2013, 06:04 AM
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I drive my 70 thru there twice a week, I have even stopped at the Culvers for a MALT. Some people here ( FormulaPhil) are OVERBLOWING this to the 10th degree. There is nothing there that will hurt anybody's prized possession unless you drive like a total A-HOLE or drive off the road. If you are driving your car to the show...guess what .....its a driver, if its a show car like Brew's old 4sp its in a trailer. That said, would I drive Brew's former show car or Mike's newly done T37 on North Ave to the show?

***** YA is my answer.....END OF STORY

No disrespect ment to anybody here...Jim, I realize that none of us want to damage our cars in any way and you won't. You know that I would not say this if I did not believe it. Bring the car and lets enjoy the day, there is NO ISSUE.

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Craig,
I'm not ruling out bringing the car on Sunday.I'll find out Saturday what the roads are like as I have stated a couple time's that I am vending on Saturday.So if you still want that 70-72 Firebird front bumper( w/ nice grill's ) speak up as I have sorta been holding on to it for you.If not someone else will get a good deal.I plan on bringing a lot of $5 & $10 item's that I am just giving away. Hope to see you Saturday.

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Old 07-30-2013, 09:55 AM
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Prior obligations will limit me to a late arrival on Saturday. But I will be there...

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Old 07-30-2013, 10:18 AM
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I'm now sorry I went and found the best path into the show with the least exposure to the construction and told you about it. I'm not trying to tell people to not go to the show as much as trying to help my fellow pontiac people find the best way in which is encouraging them to come.

They cancelled the corvette show here because of the road construction. I don't drive my car thru construction zones that's all..so I took the extra time to find the safest way in for me and my friends and let you know about it.

Craig you wouldn't drive brewster's car thru that area you would take the path Into the show I suggested. It's like a 2 mile detour but still gets you into the show. Why beat me up about it??

I'm disappointed with the negative responses Take anyway into the show you want I was going to the show despite the construction. I feel personally attacked here for trying to lend some intelligence so don't take my advice if you don't want to.

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Old 07-30-2013, 12:13 PM
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Phil, I'm so sorry. Just stating my observations as I drive this with my car twice a week. Of course your input is welcome (as if it is mine to say that). You were kind of painting this as a WWII war zone and that it is not. Case in point ...Jim not bringing his car was based on your observations, I just felt that I should give a counter point.

The move of the Bloomington show had nothing to do with road construction.


According to Bloomington Gold CEO, David Burroughs, “Although it will be hard to beat the beautiful fairways of Pheasant Run, input from Corvette-owning customers wanted more opportunity for socializing and driving events as part of the entire Corvette show experience. It needed to become more dynamic.”

David went on to say: “Our customers own Corvettes because they are fun to drive. So, we needed a venue that not only served our exhibitors and customers who buy/sell and certify Corvettes, but also a venue that makes it easy and fun to navigate to/from and around the community before, during, and after the show. Therefore, we needed a small-town atmosphere with big-town hotels, great facilities, and quick escape routes to miles of country roads. Champaign, Illinois, has the smaller-town atmosphere, and the University of Illinois Assembly Hall grounds have everything else.”


Sorry to see you quit already Phil, but I see that was your last post. If you come to the Uprising stop by I'm sure that we can spare a cold one from Brews cooler to wash the road dust out of your throat. Craig

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I'm now sorry I went and found the best path into the show with the least exposure to the construction and told you about it. I'm not trying to tell people to not go to the show as much as trying to help my fellow pontiac people find the best way in which is encouraging them to come.

They cancelled the corvette show here because of the road construction. I don't drive my car thru construction zones that's all..so I took the extra time to find the safest way in for me and my friends and let you know about it.

Craig you wouldn't drive brewster's car thru that area you would take the path Into the show I suggested. It's like a 2 mile detour but still gets you into the show. Why beat me up about it??

I'm disappointed with the negative responses Take anyway into the show you want I was going to the show despite the construction. I feel personally attacked here for trying to lend some intelligence so don't take my advice if you don't want to.

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Returned your pm Phil

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Old 07-30-2013, 01:35 PM
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Phil, I'm so sorry. Just stating my observations as I drive this with my car twice a week. Of course your input is welcome (as if it is mine to say that). You were kind of painting this as a WWII war zone and that it is not. Case in point ...Jim not bringing his car was based on your observations, I just felt that I should give a counter point.

The move of the Bloomington show had nothing to do with road construction.


According to Bloomington Gold CEO, David Burroughs, “Although it will be hard to beat the beautiful fairways of Pheasant Run, input from Corvette-owning customers wanted more opportunity for socializing and driving events as part of the entire Corvette show experience. It needed to become more dynamic.”

David went on to say: “Our customers own Corvettes because they are fun to drive. So, we needed a venue that not only served our exhibitors and customers who buy/sell and certify Corvettes, but also a venue that makes it easy and fun to navigate to/from and around the community before, during, and after the show. Therefore, we needed a small-town atmosphere with big-town hotels, great facilities, and quick escape routes to miles of country roads. Champaign, Illinois, has the smaller-town atmosphere, and the University of Illinois Assembly Hall grounds have everything else.”


Sorry to see you quit already Phil, but I see that was your last post. If you come to the Uprising stop by I'm sure that we can spare a cold one from Brews cooler to wash the road dust out of your throat. Craig
Gosh darn it Craig, Do you always have to bust everyones chops on these sites ??? Your going to have to drink that old stuff on the bottom of the cooler for that

Look forward in seeing all, cheers!

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Old 07-30-2013, 03:41 PM
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I had decided to come up Friday for the two days but can't get a room at the Hilton or Pheasant Run. Anyone have an extra please let me know. Thanks

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I had decided to come up Friday for the two days but can't get a room at the Hilton or Pheasant Run. Anyone have an extra please let me know. Thanks
Those hotels are sold out.

http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress...sc/hoteldetail

Mention the Cruisin Tigers Indian Uprising for a rate of $89.00 at this Holiday Inn.. As of yesterday, there were six rooms left. Its just down the road from the show grounds. You must call them directly at 630 584 5300. Do not use the 800 number.

If you have an issue, call me 847 812 3782


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Old 07-30-2013, 05:58 PM
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The hotel in my previous post is now sold out. Here are two recomendations.


Country Inn & Suites By Carlson St. Charles
38th Ave, St. Charles, IL 1-855-873-6557
$149

Super 8 St Charles
E Main St, St. Charles, IL 1-855-799-6862
$70

Both are really close to the show site. If you want to stay close by, these are the only two option. All of the other four hotels are sold out.


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Steve, are you bring anything if you come up?



Here is a recent picture of the road in front of the Resort. Like I said it's not that bad




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Craig, please??

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Here is a recent picture of the road in front of the Resort. Like I said it's not that bad


Glad it was a Mopar that fell in that crater. I heard the road crew were going so fast they just paved right over it.

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Here is a recent picture of the road in front of the Resort. Like I said it's not that bad


Money I hope,cause I have a couple more Radio's & 8 Track player's to sell him !!!!!!!!

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Here is a recent picture of the road in front of the Resort. Like I said it's not that bad


Thats funny!

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Here is a recent picture of the road in front of the Resort. Like I said it's not that bad







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