View Full Version : August 13/14th - Cedar Falls GM vs. Ford
DNeinstadt
06-29-2004, 06:17 PM
This is the rescheduling of the SVT vs. Vette's drag day planned earlier in the year. The date is August 14th. The night before is night racing and if there is enough interest, we could go Friday night. Cedar Falls is about a 3 hour drive from the cities.
I have been working with Gino over at the Modern Muscle of MN club and we have decided to do a joint effort to be a GM vs. Ford shootout at Cedar Falls, IA.
Basically the following conditions apply:
Test N Tune day - means we have to share the track with the hardcore guys. BUT we get our own trophies and our own lanes and our own pit area.
The event is for PERFORMANCE VEHICLES ONLY. This means no Pontiac Azteks ripping off 22 second quarter miles. THIS DOES NOT MEAN V8 or RWD vehicles only. An SVT Focus or a Taurus SHO is a good candidate. But only if they live their lives a quarter mile at a time.
The cost will be around $20. Plans are in the works for possible discounts, but plan for around $20 for track entry. Lodging is cheap in that area. Nearby hotels are as follows (prices were for May, may be slightly different now):
IN Cedar Falls:
Days Inn
4117 University Ave
319-277-6931
$45.99 single (1 king) / $49.99 double (2 queen)
Holiday Inn
5827 University Ave
319-277-2230
$99 1 King or 2 Doubles
Waverly , IA:
Amerihost Inn
404 29th Ave SW
319-352-0399
$79 2 double beds
Super 8 Motel
301 13th Ave SW
319-352-0888
$59.88 1 king or 2 queen (Fri only)
Red Fox Inn
1900 Heritage Way
319-352-5330
I will contact the 'vette guys to see if they are as bad of drivers here as they were during Go karting...
John M
06-29-2004, 09:36 PM
Looks good and I know 2 Chebbies I plan on eating and if Wade is still up for it, Him and I have a bet still :grin:
Supersonic
06-29-2004, 09:58 PM
Count me for this one. I will most likely go down on Friday.
Can't wait! :shiftin:
I have a score to settle with a certain white vette from Iowa :50cal:
HawkIVette
06-30-2004, 01:15 AM
Originally posted by Supersonic
Count me for this one. I will most likely go down on Friday.
Can't wait! :shiftin:
I have a score to settle with a certain white vette from Iowa :50cal:
Hmmmmm.........Wonder who that would be?:confused:
As you guys can see, I do own a Ford or two.
http://temp.corvetteforum.net/c3/richs75//red_white__blue.jpg
MinnesotaWhite
06-30-2004, 09:55 AM
Originally posted by John M
Looks good and I know 2 Chebbies I plan on eating and if Wade is still up for it, Him and I have a bet still :grin:
Sorry John...not in town...
Come out to the Rock one day and we'll go at each other during time trials...
SSHFTY1
06-30-2004, 02:11 PM
1 for sure maybe 2 who knows but i'll show.
DNeinstadt
07-09-2004, 09:21 AM
Flyers are made, they will be posted soon. We (Gino and I) are both going to be at Car Craft passing them out.
Track is aware of us coming and should be able to get trophies for the clubs.
Probably going to be bracket racing style. Which is great for beginners (PAM?!) and those learning to drive stick shift (DIRTY!).
Feedback? Who's in? Cost is $20.
Dan:shiftin:
John M
07-09-2004, 11:40 AM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
Feedback? Who's in? Cost is $20.
Lightnings will once again represent. Im in:shiftin: :shiftin:
Cobrizo
07-12-2004, 02:36 PM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
Probably going to be bracket racing style. Which is great for beginners (PAM?!) and those learning to drive stick shift (DIRTY!).
Feedback? Who's in? Cost is $20.
Dan:shiftin:
Aww gee, you drive a hard bargain there! :grin: I will give it some thought, Dan you'll be my instructor?? Gotta see where that Sat. puts my training runs for the Twin Cities Marathon. The Gingerman event falls perfect, two weeks out, at that point I'm all done with our 20 milers. :grin:
Pam
DNeinstadt
07-12-2004, 02:51 PM
Would be more than happy to help instruct, as I'm sure many others would do. You are welcome to ride along and drive along as much as you like. Trust me Pam, you will get a HUGE kick out of this. CHEAP fun. :)
Dan
prostang92
07-29-2004, 01:32 PM
CAN I COME PLAY? ILL TAKE BETS IM THE ONLY FIRST GEN LIGHTNING..... :)
CC
John M
07-29-2004, 01:39 PM
Originally posted by dirtybirdy
CAN I COME PLAY? ILL TAKE BETS IM THE ONLY FIRST GEN LIGHTNING..... :)
CC
The More the Merrier :shiftin:
Kafn8td
07-29-2004, 06:20 PM
Originally posted by Cobrizo
Aww gee, you drive a hard bargain there! :grin: I will give it some thought, Dan you'll be my instructor?? Gotta see where that Sat. puts my training runs for the Twin Cities Marathon. The Gingerman event falls perfect, two weeks out, at that point I'm all done with our 20 milers. :grin:
Pam
hmmmmmm...sure seems Pam and Dan spend a lot of time together doesn't it? First the exhaust, then the CAI and now the private tutoring...:scram:
John M
07-30-2004, 12:33 AM
Originally posted by Kafn8td
hmmmmmm...sure seems Pam and Dan spend a lot of time together doesn't it? First the exhaust, then the CAI and now the private tutoring...:scram: :stupid: I was thinking the same thing but you posted it :lolsign:
Cobrizo
07-30-2004, 08:28 AM
Awww, you both are just jealous......but of which one?? Thats the real question!! :dancingb: :angel: :hehe:
DNeinstadt
07-30-2004, 09:13 AM
Originally posted by dirtybirdy
CAN I COME PLAY? ILL TAKE BETS IM THE ONLY FIRST GEN LIGHTNING..... :)
CC
I bet not... :)
We have at least 3 I think?
Dan
John M
07-30-2004, 11:10 AM
Originally posted by Cobrizo
Awww, you both are just jealous......but of which one?? Thats the real question!! :dancingb: :angel: :hehe:
:scram:
John M
07-30-2004, 11:13 AM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
I bet not... :)
We have at least 3 I think?
Dan
Dan you did catch that he was a Gen 1 right or are we going to have 9 Lightnings total ? 10 if Dirtybird shows ?
DNeinstadt
07-30-2004, 11:25 AM
We have at LEAST 3 first gen Lightnings in the local club. Dirtybird is my buddy Chris. His is a black one.
The new guy Andy has a Black one as well, and I thought we had another black one??
Dan
John M
07-30-2004, 11:37 AM
Sweet, SVT is going to be well represented.
Dan, I know it was discussed in the Vette Vs SVT thread but you must be a SVTOA-TC Member to participate on the Ford side, correct ? I was going to make a post on a few of the Lightning boards but didnt know what the case was. I know the Quad Cities has a very high concentration on Lightnings.
DNeinstadt
07-30-2004, 01:18 PM
Originally posted by John M
Sweet, SVT is going to be well represented.
Dan, I know it was discussed in the Vette Vs SVT thread but you must be a SVTOA-TC Member to participate on the Ford side, correct ? I was going to make a post on a few of the Lightning boards but didnt know what the case was. I know the Quad Cities has a very high concentration on Lightnings.
Not needed to be a member to participate (just for fun drag race) but to COMPETE for the trophy yes, you must be a paid member of MMM or SVTOATC.
Dan
Kafn8td
07-30-2004, 08:10 PM
Can one of the first Gen guys tow me home if I break something? Think I am gonna go, but someone put a launch control on my foot at the start.
DNeinstadt
07-30-2004, 10:33 PM
Originally posted by Kafn8td
Can one of the first Gen guys tow me home if I break something? Think I am gonna go, but someone put a launch control on my foot at the start.
Put a tennis ball under your gas pedal. :)
Dan
SSHFTY1
07-31-2004, 04:32 AM
or dans ego whatever fits will work..:grin:
DNeinstadt
07-31-2004, 06:37 AM
Originally posted by sshfty1
or dans ego whatever fits will work..:grin:
MUCH too big...
SSHFTY1
08-01-2004, 01:25 AM
After the trophey presentation i'm sure.
DNeinstadt
08-02-2004, 04:03 PM
Originally posted by sshfty1
After the trophey presentation i'm sure.
You got it bossman, BE COOL>
John M
08-02-2004, 11:24 PM
Where is everybody staying ?
Im at the Country Inn & Suites Friday and Saturday night.
Retics4me
08-03-2004, 01:23 AM
Originally posted by John M
Where is everybody staying ?
Im at the Country Inn & Suites Friday and Saturday night.
Is that the place where Casey and Carly usually stay?
04Mach1Stang
08-03-2004, 04:27 PM
Hello Everyone! I am new to this forum. I am from the Mason City, Iowa area. I was wondering more about the trip your going to be taking to Cedar Falls, Iowa! I would be interested in meeting up with you fellow mustang owners. I have a 04 Mach 1. Any information and help would be awesome! I have been to Cedar Falls before just not the drag strip, but do know where that is also. Thanks for the help! Keep me up to date please!
Corey
DNeinstadt
08-03-2004, 04:28 PM
Originally posted by 04Mach1Stang
Hello Everyone! I am new to this forum. I am from the Mason City, Iowa area. I was wondering more about the trip your going to be taking to Cedar Falls, Iowa! I would be interested in meeting up with you fellow mustang owners. I have a 04 Mach 1. Any information and help would be awesome! I have been to Cedar Falls before just not the drag strip, but do know where that is also. Thanks for the help! Keep me up to date please!
Corey
Corey, First off, welcome. There are a few Mach1 owners on the site and there will be more than one of them at the strip next weekend!
If you like, you can PM me your phone # and I can call you when we get to town as a caravan. Then you can hitch up with us and ride along to the track!
Stay awhile and check out the forums!
Dan
04Mach1Stang
08-03-2004, 04:37 PM
Hey Thanks Dan! Where would we possibly meet up for the caravan? Are you going to be taking I-35 ? Or what road you taking? If taking I-35 I could meet you in Clear Lake, Iowa and go from there if all works out!
WhiteSVTL
08-03-2004, 05:46 PM
Ill be there also
John M
08-03-2004, 10:57 PM
Welcome Cory, Spread the word to your fellow Iowans. The quickest way to the track is thru Mason City. As far as a cruise , I will leave that to Dan because Im heading down early on Friday.
Retics4me
08-04-2004, 12:15 AM
What time are you leaving John?
John M
08-04-2004, 01:54 AM
As soon as I wake up, usally between 10 and noon ;)
04Mach1Stang
08-04-2004, 04:05 PM
Jon what do you drive? Im guessing a Lightning by your picture in signature, but not sure. I am pretty sure that you take I-35W South, and then take the Mason City/Charles City exit and drive on the Avenue of the Saints. So you would go by Clear Lake. I dont think I would make it Friday, I have to work till 230 or 330. So I would probably come down Sat, but would be nice if I could meet someone to caravan with on Sat.
I will talk to Dan some more and see what time he is leaving. I am going to try to find some more people from around here to go.
I will keep in touch with both of you
John M
08-04-2004, 06:15 PM
Yes I drive a Lightning and look forward to meeting you.
John M
08-04-2004, 08:50 PM
People please see this thread
http://svtoatc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=447
My cousin-in-law (who owns a Viper) lives in Clear Lake. I might be able to stay at his place Fri nite and cruise over with the Iowa gang Sat. AM. Also, I realize the Viper would not be eligible to compete for the trophy, but would it be cool to invite him to bring the Viper along just for fun?
Can't wait for the :shiftin:,
Harvey
SSHFTY1
08-07-2004, 03:43 AM
Harvey, what year and make of viper doers he own? just wondering..
John M
08-07-2004, 06:13 AM
Originally posted by HiPo
Also, I realize the Viper would not be eligible to compete for the trophy, but would it be cool to invite him to bring the Viper along just for fun?
Can't wait for the :shiftin:,
Harvey
Welcome Harvey. It actually would be able to compete for the trophy, this is a domestic shootout.
04Mach1Stang
08-07-2004, 11:16 AM
Hello HiPo that would be cool if you came to Clear Lake and then caravan with us on Sat Morning! Hopifully the viper can come to? What color? I have seen one or two in Clear Lake before!
DNeinstadt
08-07-2004, 06:57 PM
Originally posted by John M
Welcome Harvey. It actually would be able to compete for the trophy, this is a domestic shootout.
GM vs. Ford.....
Last I checked a Viper was a Dodge....
Dan
John M
08-07-2004, 07:28 PM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
GM vs. Ford.....
Last I checked a Viper was a Dodge....
Dan
:o: oops Thanks Dan, for some reason I thought it was MM Vs SVT but you are correct.
DNeinstadt
08-07-2004, 10:31 PM
Originally posted by John M
:o: oops Thanks Dan, for some reason I thought it was MM Vs SVT but you are correct.
Well, is the MMM club (Modern Muscle of MN) but to my knowledge there are no vipers in that club. :(
stangerjon
08-09-2004, 04:19 PM
hi guys. I am looking to be going on this trip down there. it will take some convincing of my parents, and I will also have to take work off.
DNeinstadt
08-10-2004, 12:04 AM
Originally posted by stangerjon
hi guys. I am looking to be going on this trip down there. it will take some convincing of my parents, and I will also have to take work off.
It'll be worth it!! :)
Blackcoog
08-10-2004, 03:03 PM
Hey Dan that 400hp Contour will be there at the track. :) Should be an interesting time.
stangerjon
08-11-2004, 12:38 AM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
It'll be worth it!! :)
well I talked to my parents today and they really didnt like the idea of me going down to Iowa to beat on my car, and also being with a whole bunch of people that they have never seen before in their life. but what time are you guys going to be heading down? maybe I can talk them into haveing you guys come stop by my house for some lunch/ dinner or something. I am right off I35.
SSHFTY1
08-11-2004, 02:45 AM
I'll take egg mcmuffins from mcdonalds, have em meet us at the drive thru. :grin: Then i'll show em what we'll be doin:shiftin: be cool
DNeinstadt
08-11-2004, 08:09 AM
Originally posted by stangerjon
well I talked to my parents today and they really didnt like the idea of me going down to Iowa to beat on my car, and also being with a whole bunch of people that they have never seen before in their life. but what time are you guys going to be heading down? maybe I can talk them into haveing you guys come stop by my house for some lunch/ dinner or something. I am right off I35.
Jon, I've met you before. Tell your dad that I was the guy that helped you back into your spot at Car Craft. :)
Come along, we'll take good care of you.
Dan
cobraboy325
08-11-2004, 10:53 AM
Hey where is everyone staying when we get down to Iowa? The number for days inn really isnt a days inn funny isnt it oh well its a place to stay right. well get back to me would ya
Brian
DNeinstadt
08-11-2004, 11:03 AM
Dirty & me, Blackcoog and GF, and Dan C and Shandiea are staying at the Red Fox Inn..
cobraboy325
08-11-2004, 11:12 AM
Sounds like a party mind if I join you guys there
Brian
DNeinstadt
08-11-2004, 11:35 AM
Originally posted by cobraboy325
Sounds like a party mind if I join you guys there
Brian
That's a lot of people in one room. But sure, get a room there and we can all hang out. :)
Originally posted by 04Mach1Stang
Hello HiPo that would be cool if you came to Clear Lake and then caravan with us on Sat Morning! Hopifully the viper can come to? What color? I have seen one or two in Clear Lake before!
Sorry for the delay, but I just heard back from my cousin. I do plan on hooking up with y'all at Clear Lake Sat AM. Unfortunately, Lyle is on call this weekend, and thus cannot bring his red Viper. I think it's an '02. I know it's the last year before the current grill design.
See ya there,
Harvey
SSHFTY1
08-12-2004, 04:18 AM
I'f my memory serves me that isn't just a new grille it is a whole new car. I THINK :grin:
You're right. Major chassis stiffening, but the threat of the new grille coming down the pike was what made his decision to get an '02.
stangerjon
08-12-2004, 12:47 PM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
Jon, I've met you before. Tell your dad that I was the guy that helped you back into your spot at Car Craft. :)
Come along, we'll take good care of you.
Dan
oh yeah!! I just got the final word from my mom this morning, she said I can go down with you guys, my dad is going to come (kinda figuered that anyway) and she said I would have to wear a helmet (dont most people?) well I dont even care really I just want to cruise my car at above 80. but the major turning point was that I said the other Dan was coming, I forget his last name, the one with the GT. they met him before Mods and rods.
DNeinstadt
08-12-2004, 01:11 PM
Dan E with the older '88 GT?
And yes, bring your helmet, it is required.
You cannot have any leaks on your car either. :)
Dan
stangerjon
08-12-2004, 03:13 PM
yeah Dan E.
changed the oil today, thats not leaking, and nothing else leaked before that, so I should be fine with that rule. what time is it over on saterday? I am pumped, I am going to try to get my boost set before I take the trip down there, aiming for 17 psi.:grin:
DNeinstadt
08-12-2004, 03:43 PM
Over when you want it to be. You can leave anytime. Although the track probably closes around 5 or 6.
You are welcome to get a hotel and stay overnight, there are some of us staying at the Red Fox Inn and some at the Country Inn and Suites. Either way there will be a few of us NOT driving back Saturday night.
Dan
WhiteSVTL
08-12-2004, 03:45 PM
me & Denise are staying at the Red Fox friday night
DNeinstadt
08-12-2004, 03:56 PM
Originally posted by WhiteSVTL
me & Denise are staying at the Red Fox friday night
Don't puke in the rooms, might be the one we stay in!!!
stangerjon
08-12-2004, 04:33 PM
I am going home on saterday, I was just wondering if it closed at like 9 pm or something. either way, I am going to be aiming for 15's, probly wont do it. my car is capable of 14's but I'm still new. my brother estimated a best of 15.8
DNeinstadt
08-13-2004, 07:17 AM
Originally posted by stangerjon
I am going home on saterday, I was just wondering if it closed at like 9 pm or something. either way, I am going to be aiming for 15's, probly wont do it. my car is capable of 14's but I'm still new. my brother estimated a best of 15.8
You can do better than this. :)
I'll help you if you want. :)
John M
08-13-2004, 08:05 AM
Everybody drive safe, Jason,Jeff and I are departing the cities around 2PM.
stangerjon
08-13-2004, 09:03 AM
Originally posted by DNeinstadt
You can do better than this. :)
I'll help you if you want. :)
that would be cool, I would like all the tips I can get, I was talking to Tim (macs stang) last night. he told me how to launch and also to just calm down when youre there. I am also going to run 17 psi of boost. so that may help.
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