It's Chuck's time again

[cruzer]

Next Saturday is Chuck's Cruise again. Hope everyone can come so we can get all fired up about going to Marauderville II. We have at least 7 Marauders from Texas and La. going. Departures starting on Tuesday July 27th (myself and John and Gina ( Buckwheat)) with the largest number early Thurs morning. We will have another Chuck's the Saturday before we depart to work out final details. Anybody who hasn't made up their mind, please end the suspense. Also, get your Raffle tickets soon---you don't have to be there to win and I will assure you, if you win, one of us will gladly deliver your prize (unless I get lost on the way home) :lol:
Keep the good weather vibes going and join us for a great time.Registration from 5-7PM, Chuck's Grapevine (Hwy 114 X Hwy 26 across from Baylor Hosp in Target parking lot) Come on out and check the latest mods----See you there :rock: :up: Maury

[RVT04]

Next Saturday is Chuck's Cruise again. Hope everyone can come so we can get all fired up about going to Marauderville II. We have at least 7 Marauders from Texas and La. going. Departures starting on Tuesday July 27th (myself and John and Gina ( Buckwheat)) with the largest number early Thurs morning. We will have another Chuck's the Saturday before we depart to work out final details. Anybody who hasn't made up their mind, please end the suspense. Also, get your Raffle tickets soon---you don't have to be there to win and I will assure you, if you win, one of us will gladly deliver your prize (unless I get lost on the way home) :lol:
Keep the good weather vibes going and join us for a great time.Registration from 5-7PM, Chuck's Grapevine (Hwy 114 X Hwy 26 across from Baylor Hosp in Target parking lot) Come on out and check the latest mods----See you there :rock: :up: Maury
thanks for the update cruzer we just got back from austin and the boards went well for linda
i have good news and bad news
but the bad news can wait until we see you this sat at chuck's unless we are in sport because of the bad news.
at any rate i ask logan to give our two sets of marauder badges to you for safe keeping and i need to get logan the money for the indy thing but we are caught in a dilema about hotel registration the website says cacellation within 72 hours for our block of reserved rooms but the hotel website that we would register on says cacellation date has expired. also what is this deal about having to have a mm.net number to register
the hotel website doesn't haVE A PLACE FOR THAT
AND WE CAN GET A BETTER RATE wITH AARP , sorry didn't mean to shout
anyway there is still time. pm me with the details on registration
thanks
sr

[2003 MIB]

thanks for the update cruzer we just got back from austin and the boards went well for linda
i have good news and bad news
but the bad news can wait until we see you this sat at chuck's unless we are in sport because of the bad news.
at any rate i ask logan to give our two sets of marauder badges to you for safe keeping and i need to get logan the money for the indy thing but we are caught in a dilema about hotel registration the website says cacellation within 72 hours for our block of reserved rooms but the hotel website that we would register on says cacellation date has expired. also what is this deal about having to have a mm.net number to register
the hotel website doesn't haVE A PLACE FOR THAT
AND WE CAN GET A BETTER RATE wITH AARP , sorry didn't mean to shout
anyway there is still time. pm me with the details on registration
thanks
sr

I think I can read between the lines on the bad news, Steve...I hope I'm wrong...If not, I'm saddened and y'all are in my thoughts and prayers- I'm sure I speak for all of us who have come to know and care for y'all.

[cruzer]

Steve and Linda, Our thought and prayers are with you--let us know if there is anything we can do. HE is always with you, Maury and Ginny

[RVT04]

Steve and Linda, Our thought and prayers are with you--let us know if there is anything we can do. HE is always with you, Maury and Ginny
we are all under His protection, and what ever the plan may hold for us all it is acceptable to me
thanks for the support
and logan has mailed our badges
hope to see you sat.
love sr

[Rollin'Thunder]

Steve and Linda, You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You All. Bill and Kay

[RVT04]

Steve and Linda, You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You All. Bill and Kay
thank you for the kindness, and we are going to need all the prayers we can muster
hope to see ya'll at the cruise sat.
got our fender badges for both cars
now to locate them and stick 'em
i spotted your old ride at the building next to north hills in the parking lot
v31 kbr is that it
had the ss inserts and spoiler thought it was your old one
it was really dirty lol

[Rollin'Thunder]

thank you for the kindness, and we are going to need all the prayers we can muster
hope to see ya'll at the cruise sat.
got our fender badges for both cars
now to locate them and stick 'em
i spotted your old ride at the building next to north hills in the parking lot
v31 kbr is that it
had the ss inserts and spoiler thought it was your old one
it was really dirty lol
WHAT?!! DIRTY?!!! I can't believe anyone would treat it like that! :shake: :bigcry: :banned: I may have to find it and reposses it! :censor:
Looking forward to Saturday and Chucks. Hope we don't get rained out. I would like to see another BIG Marauder turnout. :rock:

[Johnman]

I will be there, Maury! Could you please bring a picture CD of my car at the Bankston dealership like we had talked about? I would really appreciate it.

[cruzer]

It's 3 PM Friday and I just checked forcasts :down: ---scattered t-storms starting about 3 PM and continuing til evening :( --well, the SVT staff will be there rain or shine and , except for active hail, so will I. I don't know if this will affect your decision about attending, but, I have access to COVERED PARKING a couple minutes from Chuck's--sooo, if weather threatens, we can get our cars under cover. Don't come if you are the least bit uneasy about the weather--I know I wouldn't. :shake:
What do you folks think about another breakfast--lunch--dinner meeting soon--lots to discuss and plan--think about it.
Keeping my fingers crossed, :lol: Maury :bows:

[Rollin'Thunder]

It's 3 PM Friday and I just checked forcasts :down: ---scattered t-storms starting about 3 PM and continuing til evening :( --well, the SVT staff will be there rain or shine and , except for active hail, so will I. I don't know if this will affect your decision about attending, but, I have access to COVERED PARKING a couple minutes from Chuck's--sooo, if weather threatens, we can get our cars under cover. Don't come if you are the least bit uneasy about the weather--I know I wouldn't. :shake:
What do you folks think about another breakfast--lunch--dinner meeting soon--lots to discuss and plan--think about it.
Keeping my fingers crossed, :lol: Maury :bows:

I don't know about Chucks yet. :shake: Just wait and see. :confused: As for a breakfast....Kay and I would be real interested in that! :rock: :rock:
Bill

[Logan]

Bah, don't worry about the rain. Unless it rainin' golf balls, I'll be there..

I finally got my Nitto's on... It looks just plain mean now...I might even bolt up the 13psi pulley tomorrow before I head down.

The new chip Lidio sent me rocks!

[cruzer]

Bah, don't worry about the rain. Unless it rainin' golf balls, I'll be there..

I finally got my Nitto's on... It looks just plain mean now...I might even bolt up the 13psi pulley tomorrow before I head down.

The new chip Lidio sent me rocks!
Burger and shake on me---see you :rock: :beer:

[2003 MIB]

I finally got my Nitto's on... It looks just plain mean now...I might even bolt up the 13psi pulley tomorrow before I head down.



I gotta see this. We'll be there. I've been wet before- didn't melt or anything.... :beer:

[Redster]

I gotta see this. We'll be there. I've been wet before- didn't melt or anything.... :beer:

I'll stop by rain or no rain.

[cruzer]

WOW!!!!The weather forcast was for scattered heavy rain showers :bigcry: all afternoon and night--3 PM radar looked like a patchwork quilt with t-storms--drove up to Grapevine in light rain and found the SVT team about to call it off--after a little conversation , they said "what the heck--car paint doesn't melt in rain"--out went the traffic cones and the cars started coming and the rain stopped--SVTs, Cobras, Mach 1s, GTs Corvettes, Camaros, trucks, classics and antiques---and "The Marauders".---about 50-60 cars total. We had NINE Marauders --6 black, 2 DTR and a Silver :rock: Everyone got their cars dried off--then another light rain shower--not enough to get you wet--but the cars :censor: Soooo, we just had a ball visiting. We had 3 Marauders that we had not seen before--Matattack (black/spoiler), Rick Wallace (DTR) and TKRauder (black)--our group just keeps on growing. We were well represented in the awards--5 , I think :help: Help me out , Dan. Congratulations, Dan and Coli, our newly weds. Logan showed up and let us drool over his new Nittos :rock: --I can dream, can't I :cry: I'll be posting plans for a breakfast , lunch,dinner meeting soon--so much to do, so little time til Marauderville II---right now we have the second largest group going to MV II--Illinois is first. :lol: Check the Gallery for photos .
Well, gotta get some sleep---Thanks everyone for supporting the NTMs :beer: Maury

[2003 MIB]

I like seeing the new faces. The Wallaces are are of particular interest to me. At AER I parked next to a guy with a red Saleen that told me about a friend of his in Burleson with a Marauder and a bunch of other cars. Coli reminded me on the way home and we put two and two together. Rick is the Burleson-based Marauder owner I've been on the watch for. He's been like Bigfoot to me (Ironically, Bigfoot Wallace was a famous Texas freedom fighter and Texas Ranger) How cool is that??? They are also nice people and I hope to see more of them. Of course, it should be noted that they are on the Tarrant County side of Burleson and that my claim of Johnson County's fastest Marauder will remain sound :) . He was eyeballin' Logan's Trilogy setup pretty hard. I wouldn't be surprised to see another huffer in the clan.
I noticed something else pretty cool. "The Boss" doesn't have to answer all the questions about his car anymore...I saw Maury giving a pretty good accounting of the mods. to visitors and even did a tour myself. Did you pick a spot for breakfast Cruzer?

[Rollin'Thunder]

I like seeing the new faces. The Wallaces are are of particular interest to me. At AER I parked next to a guy with a red Saleen that told me about a friend of his in Burleson with a Marauder and a bunch of other cars. Coli reminded me on the way home and we put two and two together. Rick is the Burleson-based Marauder owner I've been on the watch for. He's been like Bigfoot to me (Ironically, Bigfoot Wallace was a famous Texas freedom fighter and Texas Ranger) How cool is that??? They are also nice people and I hope to see more of them. Of course, it should be noted that they are on the Tarrant County side of Burleson and that my claim of Johnson County's fastest Marauder will remain sound :) . He was eyeballin' Logan's Trilogy setup pretty hard. I wouldn't be surprised to see another huffer in the clan.
I noticed something else pretty cool. "The Boss" doesn't have to answer all the questions about his car anymore...I saw Maury giving a pretty good accounting of the mods. to visitors and even did a tour myself. Did you pick a spot for breakfast Cruzer?

Hey Dan! We don't want to forget another "Newby" at Chucks.....Matt ("Matattack" on the net). I am the world's worst on names. Sorry, Matt but I forgot your Last name. :shake: Please post a reply and let everyone know who you are. He lives in Allen, Tx. He is really enthusiastic about our Marauders. He owns a black '04 with an OEM spoiler. Looks really great! First time out, he won a Class Award at Chuck's. :rock: We are glad you're part of the team and we're looking forward to seeing you at the next gathering! :burnout:

[Racerx88]

Sounds like ya'll had a blast last night. Sorry LadyX and I missed it. It was raining on and off (more on than off) out here in Garland, so we just decided to skip. We also missed out on the LSPBC Show up in Plano during the day. I don't know yet whether they canceled it or not.

You guys get that breakfast/lunch/dinner set up and we'll try to make that. LadyX wants to show off her new ring as well!

[2003 MIB]

You guys get that breakfast/lunch/dinner set up and we'll try to make that. LadyX wants to show off her new ring as well!

I'm glad you posted, Dean. I didn't say anything about "the ring" (didn't want to steal LadyX's thunder. Y'all were missed and I hope this breakfast thing happens!!

Bill- I liked Matt too!! No slight intended.. :D

[Logan]

Wow. Everybody's buyin' rings instead of superchargers... What the heck is wrong with this world!?

Seriously though, Congrats to you all on your bliss. :up:

[Johnman]

Sorry I didn't make it, guys. Congrats to Dan and Coli as well as Dean and LadyX!

[2003 MIB]

Sorry I didn't make it, guys. Congrats to Dan and Coli as well as Dean and LadyX!

Thanks John!!- I didn't think you'd venture out in the rain. We mised you but hope to see you on the 8th at JE.

[2003 MIB]

Just to spread the word to Rick Wallace, Matattack and TKRauder-
Our next meeting of the Lone Star Cougar Club (our parent organization) is July 8th at John Eagle Lincoln Mercury on Lemmon Avenue in Dallas. If you liked us you'll like them. The meeting starts around 7:00 and most folks get there around 6:30. My work schedule is odd and I'm usually there before 5:00-not worth driving home and coming back. No pressure to join or anything (it's not Amway) but the discounted labor and parts covers the membership dues pretty quickly. Hope to see you all there...

If not, that's cool too. I am not by nature a social animal or a fan of "organizations". This is the only place you'll find me on the net- a lot of the fun I've had with the car has been because of the friends I've made here. Our DFW bunch is a bizarre collection of souls (y'all met Maury, right?)- Got the shiniest car? Cool but not required. Got the fastest car? Cool but not required. etc...Y'all have stumbled on to something special and you can participate as much or as little as you'd like. You're always welcome.

[cruzer]

SATURDAY, JULY 24th is the next date for Chucks--talked to the SVT group over the week-end and they really appreciated the support last month--we accounted for 1/7 of all attendees ---not bad. This will also be the last meeting before the Texas Terrors take off for MVII :rock: Looks like it's too late to plan a breakfast this month--sooo, let's have a group get-together at Chuck's will try to get one of the meeting rooms for a while. Tentative plans for us to host the picnic with the Lone Star Cougar Club are for October 23rd--am trying to get the Pavilion at Grapevine Lake for us :lol: --will know shortly--mark the date---this will also be the last show of the season at Chucks---soo we have a picnic, then go as a cruise to Chucks--how does that sound ??? :banana2: Well, gotta get busy getting ready for MVII :rock: Maury
PS--picked up the AER engine at 10:30 this morning--delivered it this afternoon to new owner for cash--was a Chevvy 350 4-bolt HP long block--now I have money for MVII :D

[Racerx88]

Any of you guys looking for something to do this Saturday, the 17th, should go to the Chucks Cruise in Plano at Hwy. 121 and Preston Rd., southeast corner.
It's hosted by the Lone Star Performance Buick Club, and is probably the largest of all the various Chuck's cruises. Go to lspbc.org for info. This is the same cruise we had our first substantial gathering at last year.

Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it this Saturday, but I'll definetly be at the SVT cruise on the 24th.

See ya!

[Redster]

It's Chuck's time again and it's rain time again. Just saw the long range forecast for Saturday. A possibility of showers. Just like clockwork, we are going to Chuck's and they forecast rain again. Oh well, I haven't missed a Chuck's show so far, rain or no rain. Just need Cruzer to work his rain repellant magic again. See you there.

[2003 MIB]

See you there.
Rain or shine, Rod...I'll be there too.:up:

[jspradii]

Rain or shine, Rod...I'll be there too.:up:
I would try to be there, but it's the only chance before Indy I'll be able to track test the nitrous upgrade at Red River. I hope I don't have to write back and tell you I blew something up!:banana:

[cruzer]

Had lunch at Chucks today and the manager has reserved the party room for us Saturday between 5-6 PM . We can have our private meeting---discuss MVII--the picnic in October --(ran into a snag there---can't have the Grapvine Lake Pavilion--has to be signed for by a Grapevine resident :cry:) and be out of rain :nono: Even if the show cancels, it would be a nice place for us to meet--just couldn't make connections for a July breakfast--am already working on Sept. I have access to covered parking close by should the weather turn nasty :bows: It appears there will be at least 7 Marauders in our convoy as we arrive in Indy on Wed the 28th--BigDogJim is going to drive out from Indy to escort us in :beer: I believe we will be the first large group to arrive. Anyway, hope a large group can make it and have a burger and shake and be with good friends :up: Maury

[2003 MIB]

I hope I don't have to write back and tell you I blew something up!
Legal Knievel rides again!!!:up: - Be safe Jim... We'll see you in Indy.

[cruzer]

Just downloaded the aol weather--shows no t-storms tomorrow :lol: ???? Hope they are right for once--am watching Fox-4 --weather's next. Anyway, I'm planning to be there--confirmed the covered parking--can hold about 50 cars under concrete--soooo, if bad weather does move in, we have safe shelter--don't tell anybody :shake: We have a lot to talk about and we do have the party room for a meeting--sooo, come if you possibily can. Well, the pessimistic Fox-4 say scattered t-storms tomorrow afternoon :cry: --we'll see who was right . I'll be there around 4:30--come on in :rock: Maury

[Rollin'Thunder]

Just downloaded the aol weather--shows no t-storms tomorrow :lol: ???? Hope they are right for once--am watching Fox-4 --weather's next. Anyway, I'm planning to be there--confirmed the covered parking--can hold about 50 cars under concrete--soooo, if bad weather does move in, we have safe shelter--don't tell anybody :shake: We have a lot to talk about and we do have the party room for a meeting--sooo, come if you possibily can. Well, the pessimistic Fox-4 say scattered t-storms tomorrow afternoon :cry: --we'll see who was right . I'll be there around 4:30--come on in :rock: Maury

We plan on being at Chuck's. See y'all there! :rock: Bill

[Logan]

I'll be there for a bit... Got my oil cooler and remote filter all done and the FMS rear girdle on... I'm all set for next week...

[rumble]

Barb and I hope to stop by, have a bite to eat with
everyone and to wish y'all a fine trip to Indy.

Gary

[cruzer]

2 PM---weather radar and forcasts indicate no organized weather--scattered t-storms---none severe--maybe we'll be lucky :lol: See you, Maury

[cruzer]

Wow, no matter how long you have to get ready, something always happens at the last minute to put you way behind schedule---Well, that's where I am--soooo,a quick note thanking everyone who showed up at Chucks last night---9 Marauders and a Cougar--Kay has all the names and pictures--she gave me a CD today--I just can't stay up long enough to post them--will try tomorrow. Logan won Best in Class--will post the others later. Didnt get a drop of rain--had a big crowd and had a lot of visitors to our area. Had a quick meeting and discussed the Fall picnic---more definite info when we get back from Indy--looks like 10 NTM members will be at Indy :rock: :rock: Buckwheat and I are leaving Tuesday morning--the rest will follow---- :lol:
Everyone be safe and keep things cooking while we are gone--will bring back lots of pictures and :bs: Wish all of you could go--it is really a great experience. Will do a short post tomorrow nite, Maury

[cruzer]

Gonna post this early--I'll be out of pocket til Tuesday--explain later--nothing bad--in fact some fun-- :cheer:
We have the Party Room from 5:30-6PM for a picnic planning meeting--have to be out of there in time for a 6 PM party to be set up---sooo, if you plan to eat during the meeting, order early. We have a lot to do in a very short time, so I hope everyone who can possibly make it will be there. We now have a place--now we need food, refreshments and everything that goes with them--put your thinking caps on and be ready to volunteer your special talents--let's have fun doing this---that's what our group is all about :lovies: .
I'll check back in on Tuesday--have a great week-end- :2thumbs: -See you at Chucks, Maury

[jfclancy]

Gonna post this early--I'll be out of pocket til Tuesday--explain later--nothing bad--in fact some fun-- :cheer:
We have the Party Room from 5:30-6PM for a picnic planning meeting--have to be out of there in time for a 6 PM party to be set up---sooo, if you plan to eat during the meeting, order early. We have a lot to do in a very short time, so I hope everyone who can possibly make it will be there. We now have a place--now we need food, refreshments and everything that goes with them--put your thinking caps on and be ready to volunteer your special talents--let's have fun doing this---that's what our group is all about :lovies: .
I'll check back in on Tuesday--have a great week-end- :2thumbs: -See you at Chucks, Maury
Is this for the Commitee? Is there a commitee? Picnic was rescheduled right ?
any who I will try to be there at 1715 on Saturday the 28th of August.

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

Joe

[rumble]

Maury, in case I am not there for the meeting this Saturday, please sign
me up for KP duty or for anything that no one else wants to do for the picnic. I plan to be at Chucks this weekend, I am just not sure what time.
Gary

[cruzer]

Thanks, everyone for the help offers---if everyone does their share, no one will have to do much :help: --the meeting Sat is more to decide what we need and see who can do it--advance planning makes things easy. Rain forcast again--so what's new :dunno: --now saying late Sat evening--as i said , I have access to covered parking 2 minutes away---so don't let the weather stop you---if you don't want to get the MM wet, bring anything.
You will get to see my Kenny Brown Autographed Marauder if you come :party: I've already reserved the room and told the SVT group we are coming--so, see you there, maury

[2003 MIB]

You will get to see my Kenny Brown Autographed Marauder if you come
This is a great story if you haven't heard it- Hmmm, it's even a great story if you've heard it before...Come on out!!

[Johnman]

I'll be there!

[Logan]

I'll be there in an LS...Whilst my marauder waits on a accessory belt and a new pulley....

[cruzer]

Just looked at the weather radar---looks like we may have a slight chance of lucking-out on this next line- :dunno: -I'm keeping my fingers crossed and will be at Chucks about 4:30---rain or shine. Maury

[cruzer]

:lol:
Is this for the Commitee? Is there a commitee? Picnic was rescheduled right ?
any who I will try to be there at 1715 on Saturday the 28th of August.

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

Joe
Joe, I missed this one---sorry---things have been a mad house around here since I got back from Indy. This get-together is to get organized for the picnic. The date was set to match the last SVT show in Grapevine at Chucks on Oct 23rd--I don't think we could have put it all together before then. Get to Chucks when you can :welcome: --we'll continue the meeting in the seating area if necessary--just look for a black Marauder :party: Maury

[cruzer]

Well, we didn't get anything set-up before, soooo, it looks like the NTM get-together will be at the Chucks meeting this month. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH--5 PM. We have a LOT to do to put the picnic together---please make every effort to make it---please let me know in advance if you are going to be there--there are lots of decisions to be made and jobs to be done---the picnic is next month!!!!---Mark your calanders :soapbox: , Maury

[cruzer]

I have to call the SVT group tomorrow and tell them if we will have 5 Marauders at the Cruise this Saturday, the 25th--I'm going to stick my neck out and say we will. Folks , that is 5 REGISTERED Marauders---last month I was the only one . :nono: That was the cruise that they made the Marauder the theme car on their plaque :banghead:. If they are willing to give us our own Class, we should at least support their Cruise---it costs money to print programs, voting cards, buy plaques and class awards---so, nuff said.

[hdwrench]

exactly where is this going to be? maybe i can get off work early and come out and see some nice marauders. maybe ill even have mine by then... but as usual they always want your trade-in for nothing.

[cruzer]

exactly where is this going to be? maybe i can get off work early and come out and see some nice marauders. maybe ill even have mine by then... but as usual they always want your trade-in for nothing.
We meet with the SVT Club at their Cruise Nite at the Chucks Hamburgers in Grapevine. It is located in the "Target" parking lot in the Northeast corner of the intersection of Hwy 114 and Hwy 26. The entrance is the first entrance North of the Westbound service road of Hwy 114. Registration starts at 5 PM and closes at 7 PM --awards at 8 PM. We have a "Marauders" Class and 3 awards in this category. Registration is $ 10 --This is a great group and we have a good time meeting and greeting--come on up and join us, :party: you don't have to have a Marauder to be with the group--hope to see you Saturday, Maury

[2003 MIB]

We meet with the SVT Club at their Cruise Nite at the Chucks Hamburgers in Grapevine. It is located in the "Target" parking lot in the Northeast corner of the intersection of Hwy 114 and Hwy 26. The entrance is the first entrance North of the Westbound service road of Hwy 114. Registration starts at 5 PM and closes at 7 PM --awards at 8 PM. We have a "Marauders" Class and 3 awards in this category. Registration is $ 10 --This is a great group and we have a good time meeting and greeting--come on up and join us, :party: you don't have to have a Marauder to be with the group--hope to see you Saturday, MauryI'll be there Maury.

[rumble]

I'll be there Maury.

So will I. Sorry about last month. I showed up but
I thought you said the class was cancelled so I left.
OOPs.

[Rollin'Thunder]

Gonna try to make it. Hope to see you there. :up:

[cruzer]

Our usual forcast--rain---oh well--since we didn't have a group meeting this month and the picnic is next month, we have got to get the plans down in writing and responsible parties be assigned--we NEED this meeting----soooo, please plan to come, rain or shine and let's get this picnic planning finished this meeting. Try to be there between 5:30 and 6 .If we don't, I would recommend cancelling the whole idea before we incure any more expenses. It is entirely up to you. Will be at the Fair Friday and will get the feed-back we need from the Cougar group---watch this thread for more info tomorrow nite. Hope to see you soon, Maury

[rumble]

Our usual forcast--rain---oh well--since we didn't have a group meeting this month and the picnic is next month, we have got to get the plans down in writing and responsible parties be assigned--we NEED this meeting----soooo, please plan to come, rain or shine and let's get this picnic planning finished this meeting. Try to be there between 5:30 and 6 .If we don't, I would recommend cancelling the whole idea before we incure any more expenses. It is entirely up to you. Will be at the Fair Friday and will get the feed-back we need from the Cougar group---watch this thread for more info tomorrow nite. Hope to see you soon, Maury

Unfortunately I am not going to be at Chucks tomorrow after all. I
had not put it on my calendar and had totally forgot a previous promise.
If we do go ahead with the picnic please count on me for any help you
think I may be able to provide. I do have the picnic on my calendar. I am
afraid that we do not seem to be getting all the support we need for this task.
(Yeah, I'm one talk-not being there for the planning)
What ever you decide on please let me know.

I really did want to show off all my new chrome too.

[cruzer]

Looks cloudy to me, but forcast says 20% chance of rain---better bring raincoats :lol: Had a great time yesterday at the fair---8 Marauders--Oklahoma, Texarkana, and Lufkin were represented--over 20 cars total. Got a lot of good info for the picnic---should be able to wrap it up tonite---looking forward to seeing you tonite, Maury

[cruzer]

Well, the weather gods smiled on us :surprise: and we had a good turnout last nite--have had a very fast and furious week-end and will try to get more info out in the next few days. Thanks to all for making last nite very productive--looks like the picnic is a go and well taken care of--keep Oct 23rd open all day. there will be another meeting of the NTM at the Cougar Club show on Sat, Oct 9th--more details will be out this week. Gotta get some sleep--will be back with pics tomorrow nite, Maury

[2003 MIB]

Gotta get some sleep--will be back with pics tomorrow nite, Maury
He'll probably flame me for this but I doubt if he's awake right now. I guess most of us know that Maury doesn't "half-azz" anything...His planning effort on this LSCC picnic has been amazing. We've got a place a menu and he swore he'd let us know before he spent any more of his own money- He's never lied to me but I feel like he might be "gracious" with the cashflow. If you're local and haven't contributed any $$$ yet please do so.
The LSCC has really embraced us (geez, they even let me serve as Vice President and I didn't know the difference betweeh an XR7 and an RX7). It's time to thank that side of the club.
Thanks!

[rumble]

If you're local and haven't contributed any $$$ yet please do so.


Details my friend. How much and how?

[2003 MIB]

Details my friend. How much and how?
I don't know, Sir. I know I put in $60 but I wouldn't use that as a guide. It needs to go to Maury and your next shot at him is probably 09OCT04 at the LSCC show (SYMS parking lot behind J/E) or the club meeting on the 14th.

Speak up Cruzer!!- he wants to give you some cash!!

[cruzer]

Just got home ---friends in town---will try to get things done tomorrow--as to the money, whatever you feel comfortable with--we're going to have a catered Coulter's BBQ meal and desert at Chucks. The SVT club is going to block parking for our group arrival--let's all plan to have a PARTY, Maury

[hitchhiker]

Just got home ---friends in town---will try to get things done tomorrow--as to the money, whatever you feel comfortable with--we're going to have a catered Coulter's BBQ meal and desert at Chucks. The SVT club is going to block parking for our group arrival--let's all plan to have a PARTY, Maury

Sorry to have missed you Dallas area MM's.

My work took me away from Dallas more quickly than I had expected.

Maybe I'll have another gig down there in the future.

Best Regards,

David

[cruzer]

This is the only pic I got of the line-up--6 in all, with a DTR and Silver. Dan and Coli, Rod, Sam, Bill and Kay, John and Gina and myself made up the crews--Johnman,s blue didn't make it, but he did . Thanks everyone. Maury :up:

[Johnman]

This is the only pic I got of the line-up--6 in all, with a DTR and Silver. Dan and Coli, Rod, Sam, Bill and Kay, John and Gina and myself made up the crews--Johnman,s blue didn't make it, but he did . Thanks everyone. Maury :up:
I left early, so who won?
:dunno:

[2003 MIB]

I left early, so who won?
:dunno:
Rodster!- He also brought his wife (she does exist!!!). Class awards were Sam and Bill. It was a good night. How's your ride?

[RVT04]

This is the only pic I got of the line-up--6 in all, with a DTR and Silver. Dan and Coli, Rod, Sam, Bill and Kay, John and Gina and myself made up the crews--Johnman,s blue didn't make it, but he did . Thanks everyone. Maury :up:
THANKS FOR THE PIC
SURE WISH WE COULD HAVE MADE IT
MISS ALL YOU GUYS
I KNOW THAT THE PIC-NIC IS A GO SO I HOPE TO AT LEAST MAKE THAT AND THE LAST CHUCKS FOR THE YEAR
HOW DID THE FAIR GO?
JUST CALL ME MISSIN OUT
DANG IT

[Johnman]

Rodster!- He also brought his wife (she does exist!!!). Class awards were Sam and Bill. It was a good night. How's your ride?
Way to go. Rodster! My car is being worked on, I will check in again tomorrow. I saw it a couple of days ago with the front off- a sad sight. Rudy assured me they are getting a genuine front bumper skin. I was worried after you told me they are hard to find and some body shops were using shoddy aftermarket ones.

[cruzer]

The monthly shows at Chucks in Grapevine start again this SATURDAY, MAY 28th :banana: . After the opening show with our picnic, we can settle down to our monthly get-to-gethers at Chucks. I know there are graduations this week-end--soooo, if you have someone getting that diploma, you are excused. :) I need to let the SVT Club know if we will have 5 or more Marauders this Saturday--post your decision as soon as possibe---otherwise they don't get plaques for our category. The weather forcast doesn't look too good :bigcry: ---but who believes the weatherman... Please post your intentions---Thanks, Maury

[txmarauder]

If I finish my Trilogy kit by Sat night I will be there.

[MAD-3R's Wife]

Sorry to say this Maury but my in-laws are in town this weekend. We might be able to convince them to come and look at the cars but we wouldn't be able to enter. :alone:

[Redster]

I am planning on it. They predicted rain at almost every Chuck's show last year but Cruzer scared it off.

[RVT04]

The monthly shows at Chucks in Grapevine start again this SATURDAY, MAY 28th :banana: . After the opening show with our picnic, we can settle down to our monthly get-to-gethers at Chucks. I know there are graduations this week-end--soooo, if you have someone getting that diploma, you are excused. :) I need to let the SVT Club know if we will have 5 or more Marauders this Saturday--post your decision as soon as possibe---otherwise they don't get plaques for our category. The weather forcast doesn't look too good :bigcry: ---but who believes the weatherman... Please post your intentions---Thanks, Maury
linda works in the morning probably till noon30 or so then we will bring both cars out in the afternoon we need a break in the action and have missed everyone so look to see us we will be smilin :D :D

[Redster]

Steve - Chuck's is this weekend at 5 PM.

[Rollin'Thunder]

I plan on being there if the weather permits. :burnout: Bill

[Vortex]

I plan on being there if the weather permits. :burnout: Bill
Ditto:woohoo:

[Johnman]

I don't know if I'll be there or not. My car is back at the body shop because the new front clip that John-Eagle installed last fall started to sag. The energy-absorbing material underneath the bumper started to poke through the top pf the bumper and cause a "reverse dent" effect. When I got it fixed originally, they assured me it was OK not to replace the damaged material behind the bumper. Now they say that decision caused the front end to sag and I will need to pay $280 for new parts that apparently should have been done in the first place. The reverse-dent is there even when the pressure is off, but they say it will probably flatten out "in the sun". This is after I paid $5K out of pocket to have the original repair done (I have liability only insurance). I'm not too happy with J-E right now.

[Redster]

That seems to be the way things go in auto shops these days. I took by wife's car in because the belt assembly was making a racket when ever you took off from a stop. I had already had it worked on in Nov. and they replaced a the belt and a pulley. This time they said I need a belt and a tensioner. I reminded them them that the belt was only 6 months old and they didn't need to replace it. But it is typical of the repair business.

[2003 MIB]

I don't know if I'll be there or not. My car is back at the body shop because the new front clip that John-Eagle installed last fall started to sag. The energy-absorbing material underneath the bumper started to poke through the top pf the bumper and cause a "reverse dent" effect. When I got it fixed originally, they assured me it was OK not to replace the damaged material behind the bumper. Now they say that decision caused the front end to sag and I will need to pay $280 for new parts that apparently should have been done in the first place. The reverse-dent is there even when the pressure is off, but they say it will probably flatten out "in the sun". This is after I paid $5K out of pocket to have the original repair done (I have liability only insurance). I'm not too happy with J-E right now.
Damn Jawbreaker!- That's an awful story. I don't blame you a bit for being "not too happy". I guess if you're already $5K into it- $280 more isn't much to get it right. I am dubious about the reverese dent reversing "in the sun"- can they duplicate the effect with a heat gun or something before you sign off on the repair??

[2003 MIB]

That seems to be the way things go in auto shops these days. I took by wife's car in because the belt assembly was making a racket when ever you took off from a stop. I had already had it worked on in Nov. and they replaced a the belt and a pulley. This time they said I need a belt and a tensioner. I reminded them them that the belt was only 6 months old and they didn't need to replace it. But it is typical of the repair business.
Is Regina's car the Audi?? We have a buddy (Rumble) who can probably take care of Audi issues or at the least point you toward the right shop. He'd never tell you (modest) but he runs the parts department of the third largest VW house in North America. If you ask him he'll tell you he's a parts guy.:rolleyes:

[Johnman]

Damn Jawbreaker!- That's an awful story. I don't blame you a bit for being "not too happy". I guess if you're already $5K into it- $280 more isn't much to get it right. I am dubious about the reverese dent reversing "in the sun"- can they duplicate the effect with a heat gun or something before you sign off on the repair??
That's the thing that worries me-if I accept it with the dent is still there I will have no recourse when it's still there 6 months from now. I don't mind paying for the new parts, but I want it looking perfect after what I've paid. It looks like it will be Monday at the earliest, but I might get out to Chuck's in the Mini (yes, I remembered to get it out of the trunk before I left J-E).

[texascorvette]

Steve - Chuck's is this weekend at 5 PM.
Where is Chuck's? I never could find anyone at Lake Grapevine.

[Redster]

Where is Chuck's? I never could find anyone at Lake Grapevine.

1469 W State Highway 114, Grapevine, TX 76051

This really on Hwy. 26 north of 114

This weather appears to be moving north. We may have a chance to do this tonight.

[Vortex]

Looks like a pass, raining pretty good over here.

[rocknrod]

Is this at Preston and 121 ?
I know there's a show there too, is this it ? Chuckies ?
Never mind I just look at the previous threads:depress:

[texascorvette]

thanks, guys. I forgot we had previous commitments. When's the next one? Does anyone do the John Eagle thing, or is that old news?

[cruzer]

Well, my old black magic didn't work on the weather this time--Chucks was cancelled at 4:30 Sat--raining like h--- in Grapevine---Rollin' Thunder ( Bill) and I were there anyway--Two Hawks ( Sam) was caught before he left home. Bill and I sat around and talked to the SVT folks and got some good tips on establishing a communications network---we'll see what happens. Next time will be June 25th---mark it on your calendar NOW !!! Missed the John Eagle 302 tour---was watching my grandson graduate from High school--I'm a proud Grand-dad. Keep those cards and letters coming in, Maury

[Vortex]

Is this coming up this weekend (the 25th)?

[jfclancy]

Is this coming up this weekend (the 25th)?
CORRECT this weekend naturally I am on call so no Joe.

:beer: :beer: :beer: :beer:

[BUCKWHEAT]

Joe, we'll miss you. I just might make it allbeit in the '67. MM is now permanently in St. L.

John




CORRECT this weekend naturally I am on call so no Joe.

:beer: :beer: :beer: :beer:

[Rollin'Thunder]

Joe, we'll miss you. I just might make it allbeit in the '67. MM is now permanently in St. L.

John
John, Not to derail this thread but.......waddaya mean by "permanently"? :confused:

[cruzer]

Sorry about the late reminder---last 2 weeks have been a disaster :help: ---just in time allocation---nothing else.Looks like it will be a hot one---no rain forcast---so far. Let's try to break our 18 car record :lol: I just got a pm from John--he has bought a house in the St. Louis area and will be leaving us soon---hope he makes Chucks on Saturday---we'll sure miss him--See you Saturday, Maury

[rumble]

Once again, I'm out of town and will have to miss. Hope to
see everyone in July.

[Rollin'Thunder]

Sorry about the late reminder---last 2 weeks have been a disaster :help: ---just in time allocation---nothing else.Looks like it will be a hot one---no rain forcast---so far. Let's try to break our 18 car record :lol: I just got a pm from John--he has bought a house in the St. Louis area and will be leaving us soon---hope he makes Chucks on Saturday---we'll sure miss him--See you Saturday, Maury

Well, Maury, I hope you and I arn't the only ones to show up at this one! :shake: After all, we were the only 2 MMs to make the trip in the rain last month! :fishslap: :rofl: Com'on Guys! Lets show everyone that we are still interested in these Cars! :rock: Gotta love 'em! Bill

[RVT04]

Well, Maury, I hope you and I arn't the only ones to show up at this one! :shake: After all, we were the only 2 MMs to make the trip in the rain last month! :fishslap: :rofl: Com'on Guys! Lets show everyone that we are still interested in these Cars! :rock: Gotta love 'em! Bill
SURE WE ARE I JUST DUSTED OFF A MERCEDES 530 IN HEAVY TRAFFIC
OUT MOVED HIM BY SEVERAL LANES UNDER WOT ON 121
HE CHICKENED AFTER THE SECOND MOVE
NO THROTTLE AND NO SUSPENSION; OR HE WAS TO BUSY CLEANING OUT HIS PANTS LOL

LINDA AND I WILL BOTH BE THERE WITH BELLS ON
HOPE TO SEE EVERYONES SMILIN FACE
SR

[Johnman]

I'm planning on making it! :banana2:

[Redster]

I'll be there

[Two Hawks]

Well, Maury, I hope you and I arn't the only ones to show up at this one! :shake: After all, we were the only 2 MMs to make the trip in the rain last month! :fishslap: :rofl: Com'on Guys! Lets show everyone that we are still interested in these Cars! :rock: Gotta love 'em! BillNot fair Bill, I'da been there, if I coulda found my water wings.:lol:

See ya'll there. :D :D

[Vortex]

See you there. I assume its still around 5pm?

[mrjones]

I hope I've got the time and date right. I'm leaving out the door now, heading to DFW, planning on being at Chuck's this afternoon. Hope to see y'all there!!

[2003 MIB]

Believe it or not folks, Coli and I just got back from our Orlando vacation (our first non- car related trip ever) and she's issued a kitchen pass for me to attend this evening. I may even wash the car...



Hey Rod- "Redster"- I like that!!:D

[txmarauder]

I would like to come out tonight, do you have to be a member of the club to attend. Thanks, Greg

[Johnman]

OK, what time does this shindig start? It's been a long time!

[Rollin'Thunder]

I would like to come out tonight, do you have to be a member of the club to attend. Thanks, Greg
HEY TXMARAUDER! BRING IT ON! THE MORE THE BETTER! REGISTERATION

STARTS AT 5:00 LASTS 'TIL ABOUT 8:30! SEE YOU THERE! BILL :burnout:

[mrjones]

Cool!! I finally got to attend a Chuck's get together and meet some new people, and see some old friends from the State Fair get together. I'm gonna have to try to get back up to one of these again, maybe this summer. I've got a few pics, but I can't figure out how to get them in yet. Had a great time!

[Redster]

Great to see all the MM's. 12 at my count. Great to see everybody and one tidy Trilogy MM. :)

[txmarauder]

I would like to thank everyone for the warm welcome at chuck's last saturday, you made me feel at home. I have a freind or 2 with MMs and see a few on the streets, I read somewhere about cards to hand out to inform people of this site and the club. How can I get some, wont be able to make it to the next one I have to work. But I will make the one in August. Thanks everyone.

[Vortex]

Good to see everyone again as well.

[Redster]

Maury has made some cards, PM CRUZER and I'm sure he will accomodate.

[2003 MIB]

Yep, that was a good night. I felt like I hadn't seen some of y'all in about a 100 years...A few nice suprises too- Jim's work schedule allowing him to do more than a drive by. The mrjones car all the way from Lufkin. Really cool!
I also think this newbie (txmarauder) is a wonderful addition to the family. While the car is certainly amazing (Trilogy)- the man appears to be a great representative of the hobby and the car- somehow that's more important. We'll see you in August, Bro.

[txmarauder]

Thanks, I will be there and hopefully bring one more MM. My buddy just got it back from the body shop, he was clipped on the hwy by a fall asleep driver and took out his q panel and trunk. But all is good now he says.

[Rollin'Thunder]

What all of you said^^^^^! :D Great show! Great seeing the old bunch and meeting and making new friends! :beer: See you all at the next one! Bill

[cruzer]

:) Whew !!! The temperatures were in the high 90's ----not a cloud in the sky--and THIRTEEN Marauders showed up at the Chucks/SVT Cruise Nite :banana2: I'm sorry about the delayed posting--I have GOT to get a new computer---cold molassas moves faster than this one does--I have some great pics ( Thanks Kay ) but it would take over an hour to upload them. I will try to upload them a few at a time in the North Texas Marauder Forum in the Gallery---I'll keep you posted. A suggestion was made to post pictures of all the members and their MMs--big project---already started--I think the Gallery Forum is the appropriate place.
Now, the roster for Sat. Nite:
MAD3R--------Phil and Tasha---'03 Black
2003 MIB------Dan and Coli and son (Darn senility--can't remember his name)
MrJones-------Mike-------------'03 Black---drove all the way from Lufkin
Redster-------Rod--------------"04 DTR
Johnman------John--------------'03 Blue
Rollin'Thunder-Bill and Kay--------'04 Silver
RVT04--------Steve ------------'03 Black
Linda-------------'03 Black
TwoHawks----Sam--------------'04 Black
Vortex--------Jim---------------'04 Silver
Txmarauder---Greg--------------'03 Black----Trilogy S/C
TexasCorvette-Steve------------'04 DTR
cruzer--------Maury-------------'03 Black

We got lots of comments on having all four colors , with multiple DTRs and Silvers--The SVT group is including a picture of our group in their news letter. THANKS TO EVERYONE---see some of you at John Eagle on July 14th and all of you at Chucks on July23rd--be posting again soon, Maury

[Redster]

Well, since Maury hasn't updated this thread, I guess I will. It is that time again. Chuck's this Sat. night.

Maury must be rubbing off on me, I invited the Crown Vic guys to come to the show and join us. They are having a get-together at Dickie's in Irving for lunch Sat. I don't know if any of them will come to Chuck's. Hope to see all of you.

[Rollin'Thunder]

Well, since Maury hasn't updated this thread, I guess I will. It is that time again. Chuck's this Sat. night.

Maury must be rubbing off on me, I invited the Crown Vic guys to come to the show and join us. They are having a get-together at Dickie's in Irving for lunch Sat. I don't know if any of them will come to Chuck's. Hope to see all of you.

Well, Kay and I plan on being there ;) ......But not this Saturday. This Saturday is the 16th! :rolleyes:

[Redster]

oh, I guess that what happens when your over 50

[Rollin'Thunder]

oh, I guess that what happens when your over 50
It only gets worse! :shake: :sleepy: :sleepy:

[jfclancy]

It only gets worse! :shake: :sleepy: :sleepy:

^^^^^What he said! tonight is the Lone Star thing at John Eagle ...



Joe Clancy :beer: :beer: :beer:

[rumble]

I should make this one. Finally! I'll get back in town just
in time to bring my "non detailed" Marauder. Hope to meet
all the new folks. Hope the Crown Vic's make it too.
Gary

[Johnman]

I will try to make it so everyone can see my new "ricer" tires!

[2003 MIB]

I will try to make it so everyone can see my new "ricer" tires!
Hmmmm, I'm intrigued and a little scared.:P

[Johnman]

Hmmmm, I'm intrigued and a little scared.:P
It's just the BFG KDW tires (as opposed to our stock KDWS's) which I bought because I couldn't find a stock rear tire, and they all needed replacing anyway. The tread pattern is wild-kind of looks like flames. I think they look wicked cool, but I was a bit taken aback when I first saw them. They're purely "summer tires", but this shouldn't be a problem in our climate. And BTW-you SHOULD be scared!!! :fire:

[cruzer]

Astrovic has informed me that about 20 Marauders and Crown Vics will be joining us at Chucks on Saturday--let's have a big turn-out to show them that we appreciate the efforts they have made to join us--check the "Houston Area Marauders and Crown Vics Invade DFW" thread for all the details---they will be having lunch in Irving--I believe, at Dicky's BBQ between 1-2 PM--and we have been invited. I am coordinating with the SVT group for 40 parking spaces !!!!!! The weather looks good----and hot, so you won't mess up your wash job as we have in the past. I think this gathering of the Panther platforms will really get the attention of the other groups. Hope to see all of you at Chucks on Saturday. Keep the Panthers Roaring, Maury :beer: :banana:

[2003 MIB]

I think this gathering of the Panther platforms will really get the attention of the other groups. Hope to see all of you at Chucks on Saturday.

Maury's understatement of the month.

For the non-locals:
Maury (ever the ambassador) talked the SVT Club into creating a Marauder class about two years ago. I think in the beginning, they created the class in an attempt to quiet "Ol' Man Marauder" and all this four-door foolishness. :rolleyes:

NOW it's grown into one of the larger classes. The requirement is a minimum of 5 cars and we rotinely double (and occasionally triple) with our attendance. It's always a good time and visability to the DFW car culture is priceless. This event has sort of grown into our "home cruise" and we don't get the "Is that a police car?" "Where'd you get those wheels?" questions anymore at this cruise night. I think y'all know what I mean.:baaa:

I'm unable to express how cool it will be to have the Vics join us this Saturday.

There will be more Panthers present than a Huey Newton barbeque. That just rocks!!

[texasvic]

I can't wait.

Only 2 days away!

:banana2:

[RVT04]

I can't wait.

Only 2 days away!

:banana2:
linda will be working hospital duty but we should be able to get in the fray
i will wash and wax both cars sat morn and finish them out at the meet
at least thats the plan
really cool about the vics
look forward to seeing the gang and i invited the mystery lubbock ld bell marauder to come out she is a teacher and her hubby has a cobra stang so they will be all over this local club i am sure should fit right in
welcome Tina

[texasvic]

There's a 50% chance of rain here tomorrow. :rolleyes:

Luckily it looks like no rain in the Dallas area.

[crowdog]

Astrovic has informed me that about 20 Marauders and Crown Vics will be joining us at Chucks on Saturday--let's have a big turn-out to show them that we appreciate the efforts they have made to join us--check the "Houston Area Marauders and Crown Vics Invade DFW" thread for all the details---they will be having lunch in Irving--I believe, at Dicky's BBQ between 1-2 PM--and we have been invited. I am coordinating with the SVT group for 40 parking spaces !!!!!! The weather looks good----and hot, so you won't mess up your wash job as we have in the past. I think this gathering of the Panther platforms will really get the attention of the other groups. Hope to see all of you at Chucks on Saturday. Keep the Panthers Roaring, Maury :beer: :banana:
You guys give Houston area MM and CV a warm welcome and say hey for me. My car is being admitted to the Service Dept for a rearend leak and vibration so I will be unable to attend. I hate that I am going to miss such big gathering of MMs.

[texasvic]

We'll be sure and take plenty of pics for ya.

[Tinaree]

Thanks for the invite to Chucks and to this site, RVT04. We have other commitments this weekend, but we will make it up there sometime. Great site, everyone!

[RVT04]

Thanks for the invite to Chucks and to this site, RVT04. We have other commitments this weekend, but we will make it up there sometime. Great site, everyone!
OK GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU
we are a diverse group here in north Texas
pretty laid back we just like fast cars
look forward to seeing ya'll around
later

[RVT04]

You guys give Houston area MM and CV a warm welcome and say hey for me. My car is being admitted to the Service Dept for a rearend leak and vibration so I will be unable to attend. I hate that I am going to miss such big gathering of MMs.
just put new axles, bearings, and seals in my car @ 21000 miles
would not have known about it so early if i had not decided to put 4:10's in as there was no noise or vibration yet but when we popped the rotors there was the grease leaking out on both axles so cheap bearings from the factory is the word for the day and it is the same story for all of us
replace them now and save the axles.
lindas car will be going to the shop for inspection of this problem asap
hemlock had the same problem and cruzer is saying his is making noise also
:bigcry:

[Vortex]

See you there.:banana2:

[rumble]

Great to see every one, especially the ones who came many miles.
I have 8 photos in the gallery. Search by keyword Chucks or use
this link.

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/showgallery.php?si=chucks&x=11&y=8&limit=

[Johnman]

It was great seeing all the Crown Vics and a few GM's with us. Rolling Thunder won the Marauder class and I won second place. But for me, it's kind of a hollow victory. Deep down inside, I know my car is not that much better than all the other Marauders. Yes, I can face up to the fact that the only reason I won an award was...MY NEW TIRES!!! :D

[texasvic]

I really enjoyed the meet. Hopefully I can make it back up for another.

A few of my pics can be seen here.

Linky... (http://www.supermotors.org/vehicles/registry/detail.php?id=5428&s=27178#content)

[2003 MIB]

I really enjoyed the meet. Hopefully I can make it back up for another.

A few of my pics can be seen here.

Linky... (http://www.supermotors.org/vehicles/registry/detail.php?id=5428&s=27178#content)
That's the best picture of my car I've ever seen. You've got mad skills, Sir. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I can barely push the button on my camera.

[texasvic]

:thanks:

The camera does most of the work though.

:D

[cruzer]

I just got back from MVIII--what a trip---come to the Cruise Saturday Nite---Aug 27th and see the results---lots of new and old friends--LOTS of Marauders--40 Marauders racing against each other--50 Marauders in one string along Woodward Ave---over 40, 000 cars and over 1.5 MILLION people---six lanes--18 miles long--solid bumper to bumper--10 hours a day for 3 days---unbelievable !!!!!---65 Marauders in a Burger King parking lot--great tours--Lidio and Jerry Barnes outdid themselves to take care of us--I got my oil pressure guage installed and a new driveshaft--a 16 oz Delmonico steak that melted in your mouth---Lots of prizes and door prizes--a great hotel and staff--and LOTS of FUN--wish all of you could have been there. There will be a Marauderville IV :beer:
REMEMBER---SATURDAY IS CRUISE NITE---see you there--bring plenty of water and dress cool---See you at Chuck's, Maury

[rocknrod]

Alright. I'm comming home Friday night.
Can anyone give me an address. I can find it if I have an address.
Thanks ya'll.:)

[jfclancy]

Alright. I'm comming home Friday night.
Can anyone give me an address. I can find it if I have an address.
Thanks ya'll.:)
Chuck's of Texas Inc
(817) 329-9020 1469 W State Highway 114
Grapevine, TX

Name: Chuck's of Texas Incorporated Address: 1469 W State Hwy 114, Grapevine, TX 76051 Phone: (817) 329-9020 citysearch.com
If you take 144 westbound from the east it is right at the hwy 26 exit.

Joe Clancy :beer: :beer: :beer:

[rocknrod]

Is this it? The x marks the spot doesnt show up but is this the place right there in the middle ?

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[RVT04]

I just got back from MVIII--what a trip---come to the Cruise Saturday Nite---Aug 27th and see the results---lots of new and old friends--LOTS of Marauders--40 Marauders racing against each other--50 Marauders in one string along Woodward Ave---over 40, 000 cars and over 1.5 MILLION people---six lanes--18 miles long--solid bumper to bumper--10 hours a day for 3 days---unbelievable !!!!!---65 Marauders in a Burger King parking lot--great tours--Lidio and Jerry Barnes outdid themselves to take care of us--I got my oil pressure guage installed and a new driveshaft--a 16 oz Delmonico steak that melted in your mouth---Lots of prizes and door prizes--a great hotel and staff--and LOTS of FUN--wish all of you could have been there. There will be a Marauderville IV :beer:
REMEMBER---SATURDAY IS CRUISE NITE---see you there--bring plenty of water and dress cool---See you at Chuck's, Maury
Golly Geez Batman, I wanna hear all about it. but alas; we will both be out of town that weekend but will be back sunday afternoon and then next weekend is opening day so i will be in the bird fields until the barrel melts down seein as how i didn't get to go last year i really need my migratory game bird fix but i been wanting to put my car on the track since reinhart waved his magic wand over it when we going to lufkin?
p.s.

glad you're back and had so much fun green green green

[Petrograde]

Is this it? The x marks the spot doesnt show up but is this the place right there in the middle ?

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yup,.. that looks like it. right about in the center.

[Redster]

If I recall correctly, it is the William Tate exit off of Hwy 114.

[rumble]

yup,.. that looks like it. right about in the center.

Tom, any chance you can make it? Seems like a long time since
we visited last. You've done several mods since then and it would
be great to see you and them.

[cruzer]

Rockin Rod, Chucks is at the Hwyy 26 exit coming from east or west off Hwy 114--we are in the Target Parking lot in the Northeast corner of the intersection, North of the underpass--first rt turn after the access road--people start arriving about 4:30--registration ( $10 ) begins at 5 PM---closes at 7 PM. We have our own parking area and also our own judging category. free soda and door prizes and a 50/50 --- and lots of nice cars and people to visit---looking forward to your joining us Sat, Maury

[Petrograde]

Tom, any chance you can make it? Seems like a long time since
we visited last. You've done several mods since then and it would
be great to see you and them.


unfortunately not,... I'll most likely be working this weekend.

I'm gonna try like hell to make at least one meet this year.

[rocknrod]

unfortunately not,... I'll most likely be working this weekend.
I'm gonna try like hell to make at least one meet this year.I don't think I'm going back to work when I get home to Texas this time.
I think I will call in sick and go AWOL.
One weekend a month to see home, IF I'm lucky. I quit!:mad:

[Vortex]

Probably wont make Chucks; going TDY for a week or two. Oh boy. :(

[rocknrod]

unfortunately not,... I'll most likely be working this weekend.

I'm gonna try like hell to make at least one meet this year.Killeen....man your halfway to San Antonio!
If you DO show up, your MOTIVATED!;)

[Petrograde]

Killeen....man your halfway to San Antonio!
If you DO show up, your MOTIVATED!;)

yup,.. the drive sucks.

My In-Laws live in Dallas, so when ever they have a family thing going on, I try to escape to any local events happening! :P

When is the last show of the year?

[rumble]

We were cleaned, shined and ready to go when we got one
of those phone calls that no one wants to get. Very close friend's
wife suddenly passed away.

I know we have a Chuck's get together in September but is that
the last one or is their another one in October. I want to be sure
that if Tom drives all the way up here we have a good turnout.

[cruzer]

We were cleaned, shined and ready to go when we got one
of those phone calls that no one wants to get. Very close friend's
wife suddenly passed away.

I know we have a Chuck's get together in September but is that
the last one or is their another one in October. I want to be sure
that if Tom drives all the way up here we have a good turnout.
We will participate in the Sept and Oct cruises---Oct 22nd is the last cruise of the season IT IS ALSO THE DATE OF OUR FALL PICNIC AT GRAPEVINE LAKE. I will be posting the info this week--sooooo, mark your calanders for OCT 22ND--same cost and plans as last time--1:30 PM BBQ--convoy to Chucks after picnic--same price---$15 per person--16 and under Free--Watch for a new thread--Missed you last nite--had 5 Marauders--weather scared a lot of the other groups off--low attendance--I'll keep you postewd, Maury

[jfclancy]

We will participate in the Sept and Oct cruises---Oct 22nd is the last cruise of the season IT IS ALSO THE DATE OF OUR FALL PICNIC AT GRAPEVINE LAKE. I will be posting the info this week--sooooo, mark your calanders for OCT 22ND--same cost and plans as last time--1:30 PM BBQ--convoy to Chucks after picnic--same price---$15 per person--16 and under Free--Watch for a new thread--Missed you last nite--had 5 Marauders--weather scared a lot of the other groups off--low attendance--I'll keep you postewd, Maury
Yup WEather kept me awaywent out about 1530 there was a long (15-20 second) rumble followed by a bright flash and looked like we were really in for it. sooo.. I wimped out will try Sep. Unfortuneatly will be in Florida in October

Joe Clancy :beer: :beer: :beer:

[Redster]

Maury - I posted the picnic info on CrownVic.net.

[cruzer]

Well, the Chucks Cruise Nite on Sat, Sept. 24th is the last one before our picnic and the close of the Chucks Cruise season. Same time, same place--5-7 PM registration---Southwest corner of Target parking lot at the intersection of Hwy 114 and Hwy 26--review this thread for exact info. I am reserving space for 15 Marauders---don't let me down. We will be having a brief meeting to finalize plans for the picnic--how many meals to order-etc.---looks like a fun time could be had by all--come and get the latest news---See you there, Maury

PS--the Air Show at Alliance ends at about 4 PM--so you can make the show AND Chucks ;)

[Redster]

[PS--the Air Show at Alliance ends at about 4 PM--so you can make the show AND Chucks ;)[/QUOTE]

I am trying to figure out how to go the the NHRA races at Texas Motoplex, the Alliance Air Show and Chuck's in the same weekend and not get divorced.

[Vortex]

I heard it may rain this weekend but since it will be my first day off in weeks Im going to try to go to Ennis on Saturday. Its only once a year now so if you miss it you have to wait til next year.

[rumble]

Well, the Chucks Cruise Nite on Sat, Sept. 24th is the last one before our picnic and the close of the Chucks Cruise season. Same time, same place--5-7 PM registration---Southwest corner of Target parking lot at the intersection of Hwy 114 and Hwy 26--review this thread for exact info. I am reserving space for 15 Marauders---don't let me down. We will be having a brief meeting to finalize plans for the picnic--how many meals to order-etc.---looks like a fun time could be had by all--come and get the latest news---See you there, Maury

PS--the Air Show at Alliance ends at about 4 PM--so you can make the show AND Chucks ;)

I plan on being there this Saturday but won't be able to make
the picnic next month.

[TX Harley Guy]

Hey guys, sorry to butt in here, is this an MM only thing or just a general car freak type deal, are there all types of cars?
Our THT group is looking for something different and this sounds pretty cool.
We (me anyway) are pretty much GTG'd out this month, West End Hooters the 2nd week, Bone Daddys last week and FFW last weekend, Im done for september!
I found something about one in october, the 15th, Midway Rd and Park, that sound right?
Is there a website for info? KSPBC?
Any info is appriciated ..... and Ill make sure the girls and guys behave, No Burnouts!
Thanks for any info here! .... John

[cruzer]

John, the SVT Club of North Texas sponsors the event--I do know there have been no awards for motorcycles--you might go to their web site
www.svttexas.com use the contact info to talk to Brian Mazzi--he is the one to ask. Would like to see you folks there---but it's not my decision--keep me posted, Maury

[2003 MIB]

John, the SVT Club of North Texas sponsors the event--I do know there have been no awards for motorcycles--you might go to their web site
www.svttexas.com (http://www.svttexas.com/) use the contact info to talk to Brian Mazzi--he is the one to ask. Would like to see you folks there---but it's not my decision--keep me posted, Maury
It's a truck, Maury. A really nice truck. Come on out!

[TX Harley Guy]

Thanks for the info guys, Ill contact them and make sure its ok.
Like I said, Im out for this month but there may be one or 2 show this month.
Hope to see ya soon!

[cruzer]

As I went upstairs at midnite, I realized what a stupid mistake I had made---thanks , Dan for correcting me---gee, you guys get up early :) I t doesn't look good for the weather Saturday---looks like rain for us could be another disaster for a lot of other folks---keep them in your prayers. Again, I apologize for being stupid--oh , well, what's new ???? Maury

[2003 MIB]

Again, I apologize for being stupid--oh , well, what's new ???? Maury
:mad2: - I don't think I'd like anyone else calling you "stupid"(not that anyone ever has)- I don't like it much when you do it either.

You've forgotten more than most of us will ever know.:)

[TX Harley Guy]

......You've forgotten more than most of us will ever know.:)
EXACTLY! ..... I usually get to work around 6....its early enough.
EDIT- I reread this and it dosent sound right, I meant it with respect of course, I met Maury at the JE car show (rain out) last year and he's top notch!

[jfclancy]

:mad2: - I don't think I'd like anyone else calling you "stupid"(not that anyone ever has)- I don't like it much when you do it either.

You've forgotten more than most of us will ever know.:)

Right on Dan !!!
Maury making a mistake does not make You or anyone else stupid.
AND as Dan pointed out with either of us around few would call You
stupid...

As "the luck of the Irish" would have it I am on call this weekend.
Hope the hurricane does not drown the get together.

Joe Clancy :beer: :beer: :beer:

[rumble]

:mad2: - I don't think I'd like anyone else calling you "stupid"(not that anyone ever has)- I don't like it much when you do it either.

You've forgotten more than most of us will ever know.:)

Amen brother!

[Redster]

PS--the Air Show at Alliance ends at about 4 PM--so you can make the show AND Chucks ;)[/QUOTE]

I'll be at Chucks

[Rollin'Thunder]

:mad2: - I don't think I'd like anyone else calling you "stupid"(not that anyone ever has)- I don't like it much when you do it either.

You've forgotten more than most of us will ever know.:)

Maury! What Dan (and everyone else) said!
We'll see you Saturday if we don't get rained out! :D
BTW, I understand the gathering at Ennis has been postponed until Oct. 7th.

[cruzer]

Just got a detailed forcast---no bad weather for us til late Saturday nite---right now it looks good for Chucks--keep your fingers crossed and pray for the folks in harms way--I'll keep you posted--Maury

[Redster]

Just got a detailed forcast---no bad weather for us til late Saturday nite---right now it looks good for Chucks--keep your fingers crossed and pray for the folks in harms way--I'll keep you posted--Maury

The Fort Worth National Weather Service report at 1600 today says 20% chance of rain this weekend. Just be glad you are not in East Texas.

[jfclancy]

Just got a detailed forcast---no bad weather for us til late Saturday nite---right now it looks good for Chucks--keep your fingers crossed and pray for the folks in harms way--I'll keep you posted--Maury
Well looks like they cancelled the Air Show, the track at this time looks like it is projected to miss us and pound east Texas west LA. BUT the hurricane has NOT filed a flight plan..... SO beware

Joe Clancy :beer: :beer: :beer:

[cruzer]

Just talked to Brian, Pres of the Svt group---all plans for tonite are full speed ahead-Soooooo-PLEASE, if you can, make this cruise---need to firm up plans for the picnic---hope to see a lot of you there---- :banana: :banana: Maury

[Redster]

Hurricane Rita sent a lot of low clouds our way, but nothing but light sprinkles on the ground. The MM were the LARGEST class in the show. For quite awhile we outnumbered the Mustangs. Way to go guys. The show sponsor gave all of us plagues.
We had a new car show up, a perfect 1969 Marauder X100 and they were nice people to meet. As appropriate, he was the class winner.
One more show this year and don't forget the picnic.

[Vortex]

Yesterday afternoon it was lookin pretty ugly over here in Rowlett and the wind was howling but no rain. I saw a couple of houses near me lost their rain gutters from the wind and some fences took a hit but nothing too bad.

[BUCKWHEAT]

Hurricane Rita sent a lot of low clouds our way, but nothing but light sprinkles on the ground. The MM were the LARGEST class in the show. For quite awhile we outnumbered the Mustangs. Way to go guys. The show sponsor gave all of us plagues.
We had a new car show up, a perfect 1969 Marauder X100 and they were nice people to meet. As appropriate, he was the class winner.
One more show this year and don't forget the picnic.

Way to go, Rodster!
John