Ford Fun Weekend April 16-18

[greyghost]

With direction from Todd I hooked up with the SVTOA - Atlanta Chapter about the up coming FFW. It will be Fri, Sat, & Sun. I am pulling my trailer up for a central location point for the weekend. I will be a great time to get together. Look at your calendars and let us know if you are going to make it. We can set up for a cookout and other comradery.

[cyclonecj]

I'm woefully misinformed, where's it going to be? I live in Buford. I figure it's either at Atlanta Dragway or Speedway. Definitely different parts of town!

[TAF]

You're the closest up in Buford...just a hop, skip and a skid-mark from you.

I take that back...glassman is the closest of our group, but you're not too far.

http://www.atlantadragway.com/

[Marauderman]

Should I come?

[greyghost]

Should I come?
Only if you want to have fun with some other MM members with some great racing both on the track and the bench and have some great BBQ and comradrey.

[greyghost]

I contacted the Gent that runs the FFWs and he is very receptive to us having a Corral/Round up at the meet. I will be going to the Test and Tune this Saturday with the P.T.Caseys and checking out the track and pity area to see where we can set up. I am hoping to be able to rope off a specific area and have a general hang out site with the BBQ and lounge area. All Marauder owners are invited!!

[FordNut]

Doesn't look like I'll make the test & tune, but I plan to be there for the FFW event. Keep us updated!

[TAF]

Barry,


I used my full "kitchen pass" last Saturday...so this one for the T&T is out of the question. Thanks for doing the legwork on the FFW, though. Looking forward to what you find out. :up:

[greyghost]

Barry,


I used my full "kitchen pass" last Saturday...so this one for the T&T is out of the question. Thanks for doing the legwork on the FFW, though. Looking forward to what you find out. :up:
Warm up for the FFW will be at Southeastern Dragway on March 14. I will be there. Anyone else? Thyats only two wekends from now.

[MARAUDERCHICK]

I contacted the Gent that runs the FFWs and he is very receptive to us having a Corral/Round up at the meet. I will be going to the Test and Tune this Saturday with the P.T.Caseys and checking out the track and pity area to see where we can set up. I am hoping to be able to rope off a specific area and have a general hang out site with the BBQ and lounge area. All Marauder owners are invited!!
Whooooo Hoooooo Barry!!! You da' man!!!
Thanks for all your hard work with the Corral/Round Up!:banana:

I can't wait!!

~Kathy~

[01 Interceptor]

How much to drag race? I just want to do it for fun since I have never had the pleasure. :up:

[Paul T. Casey]

The March deal is out for me because of work obligations, however it's looking more and more like FFW is a GO!!! :banana2: The Mrs. will be away in Texas working, but I think I can manage. :lol: Also, stay tuned for a very interesting prospect upcoming in May for me. :bounce:

[greyghost]

How much to drag race? I just want to do it for fun since I have never had the pleasure. :up:
Jonathon, on the March 14th it will only cost you $10.00 to get in and to run the car. It is called a Test and Tune. There in no actual competition. You just run against the clock. Your car will have to pass Technical which will be no problem for you. Any questions feel free to call me 404-805-8302. You can run as many times as you want. I hope you bring your Dad with you. If you come bring some lawn chairs if you have them.

[01 Interceptor]

He won't arrive until the 18th, but thank you for extending an invite to him. Since I am a visitor here, I have no portable furniture lol. Ok, so I'll just get to practice and get the feel. WEEEE!

[greyghost]

He won't arrive until the 18th, but thank you for extending an invite to him. Since I am a visitor here, I have no portable furniture lol. Ok, so I'll just get to practice and get the feel. WEEEE!
That's Ok we always bring extra chairs but you never know who and how many will show so I always say bvring youir own chairs. Do you need directions on how to get there? I will be there at noon but I could meet you somewhere close to I-75 if you need me to so you can get there. We will have an ice chest so bring your own sodas or drinks and you can chill them in our cooler or pay the track prices.

[01 Interceptor]

Yes, I would need to meet up with you. Just tell me when and where! I'll bring some sodas...some extras as well. Thanks! How far is it from where we meet for the breakfast?

[greyghost]

Yes, I would need to meet up with you. Just tell me when and where! I'll bring some sodas...some extras as well. Thanks! How far is it from where we meet for the breakfast?
About 20 - 25 miles from the Cracker Barrel. This is the Tracks link for directions

http://www.southeasterndragway.com/map.shtml

If you have trouble let me know and I will meet you.

[01 Interceptor]

I think it would be safer to meet you somewhere. I don't want you to have to come too far out of your way, so just give me a place close to you that is easy from the Interstate system and I'll be there.


Anyone else coming?

[greyghost]

I think it would be safer to meet you somewhere. I don't want you to have to come too far out of your way, so just give me a place close to you that is easy from the Interstate system and I'll be there.


Anyone else coming?
We will meet at the Cracker Barrel at 10:30 am Sunday the 14th. We will go from there.

[01 Interceptor]

I copy that! See you there.

[01 Interceptor]

Bump to pass.


Just making sure, I'll be there at the Cracker Barrel @ 1030 hours.

Is anyone else going to join us?

[greyghost]

Bump to pass.


Just making sure, I'll be there at the Cracker Barrel @ 1030 hours.

Is anyone else going to join us?
I'll be there. Then we will go get my stuff and head for the track.

[67435animal]

I'll be there. Then we will go get my stuff and head for the track.

Amy and I will probably head to the track for at least one of the days.

Bob

[01 Interceptor]

Sounds good.

[MARAUDERCHICK]

I plan on being there!
Also, I talked to Mark Ray of Zeus Automotive, he said he would like to meet us all for breakfast at the Cracker Barrel.
I'll have to confirm it with him again, but I think he wanted to meet on Saturday. I could be wrong, but I'll give him a call tomorrow to make sure.

[01 Interceptor]

I'd like to meet Mark!

[MARAUDERCHICK]

OK.....I'm a little behind on my post here......
I just spoke to Mark Ray/Zeus Automotive.....he is coming down to FFW on Friday evening. He would like to get together for breakfast on Saturday morning at the Cracker Barrel. Probably around 10ish. Whenever the crowd kinda dies down.
Then, we can get together again Sunday morning for a repeat!!!
:banana2: :rock: :bounce: :banana2: :rock: :bounce:

[Paul T. Casey]

Hmmm. when I slow down here at work, I'll have to figure all this out. I'm coming to FFW though, barring national disaster.

[TAF]

How 'bout we start to get a headcount for who's planning on coming in for this? How 'bout you Charlotte/N.C. folks? Are you coming or are you looking at Bristol as being your FFW?

http://www.atlantadragway.com/

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Atlanta Dragway
April 16-18, 2004

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I'm planning on doing both and probably Bristol instead of Indy...any takers?

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Bristol Motor Speedway & Dragway
August 6-8, 2004

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[Glenn]

I am planning to be there at the Cracker Barrel Saturday at 10:00 a.m. for FFW. I am looking forward to the meet and seeing everyone. I would like to see what my MM with its modest mods can do in the 1/4 mile. (TAF - I couldn't join you at the Breakfast because my sons were home from Spring Break.)

Glenn

[greyghost]

Brenda and I will be at Commerce. Already spent to much on Indy so, I won't be at Bristol.

[TAF]

Well, as far as FFW Atlanta goes...that Saturday falls on the 3rd Saturday along with our regular breakfast...so, change of venue (Cracker Barrels) for next months meet is my "motion"...any seconds?

http://maps.where2getit.com/cracker3/images/logo.gif (http://www.crackerbarrel.com/index.cfm)
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Commerce GA 30529-6227
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As far as Bristol...I haven't sent any $s in and haven't joined the IMOA, so I understand your point Barry.

[MARAUDERCHICK]

Well, as far as FFW Atlanta goes...that Saturday falls on the 3rd Saturday along with our regular breakfast...so, change of venue (Cracker Barrels) for next months meet is my "motion"...any seconds?

I second that motion Todd!!:up:
~Kathy~

[greyghost]

Seconded. Yea, we all gotta make choices. I figured I woulod go and meet everyone since I didn't go last year. Heck, I couldn't even spell Marauder last year. How things change.

Anyone know the most inexpensive way to get to Pottsville, PA.??

[Black Terror]

I'm can be at whatever location is selected. Somewhere near Commerce would be fine with me, how about others. Barry will already be set up on Friday at the dragstrip. Don't know what all is available at Commerce exit.

[TAF]

Anyone know the most inexpensive way to get to Pottsville, PA.??
You want to get ANYWHERE in PA...call the BigDog! :up:

I've been through there...you can fly Delta into Harrisburg...or, if you're driving...I-85 North to I-77 at Charlotte, to I-81 up through Virginia to I-78 in PA.

It's actually a very pretty drive through the mountains!!!

[TAF]

I'm can be at whatever location is selected. Somewhere near Commerce would be fine with me, how about others. Barry will already be set up on Friday at the dragstrip. Don't know what all is available at Commerce exit.Bill,

The Commerce Exit (#149) is a MAJOR exit with the Outlet Malls, every kind of food you could want ('cept Krispy Kremes....man I could go for a glazed right now)

http://www.krispykreme.com/images/hotlighanim.gif

[greyghost]

Bill,

The Commerce Exit (#149) is a MAJOR exit with the Outlet Malls, every kind of food you could want ('cept Krispy Kremes....man I could go for a glazed right now)

http://www.krispykreme.com/images/hotlighanim.gif
Yes!! Lets go to Krispy Kreme now. We could have a meeting. Pick one and I will be there.

[TAF]

Yes!! Lets go to Krispy Kreme now. We could have a meeting. Pick one and I will be there.
Don't TEMPT me Barry...anyway, I ONLY go to the one downtown on Ponce...it was the 2nd location to ever open in the chain...they taste better there, cause they haven't changed the oil in 46 years :up: :rock: :banana2:

[greyghost]

You want to get ANYWHERE in PA...call the BigDog! :up:

I've been through there...you can fly Delta into Harrisburg...or, if you're driving...I-85 North to I-77 at Charlotte, to I-81 up through Virginia to I-78 in PA.

It's actually a very pretty drive through the mountains!!!
The major restriction is that I am on a limited budjet. I figure Airtran to Philly at $80 and a bus ticket to Pottsville for another $40 and I can pick up the new S/C for the MM. The only trouble is that it is in the form of a KTM 950s motorcycle. Oh well, at least I am having fun on the journey.

I use to be a type A+++ personality and over the years have found that if you don't enjoy the journey and you don't achieve your goal your just one miserable SOB!

[TAF]

I second that motion Todd!!:up:
~Kathy~
Seconded.
So be it...

Here it is, already "official" on the Calendar

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=14

[Paul T. Casey]

How about a list of nearby towns, it's starting to look bleak for any hotels in Commerce for that weekend.

[greyghost]

How about a list of nearby towns, it's starting to look bleak for any hotels in Commerce for that weekend.
Hopefully one of these will be able to accommodate ya'll!



Motels At the Track
Red Roof Inn
"The Official Hotel of Atlanta Dragway"

706-335-3640

COMMERCE
Jameson Inn
Howard Johnson
Admiral Benbow
Ramada Select
Hampton Inn
Comfort Inn
Days Inn
Scottish Inn
706-335-3738
706-335-5581
706-335-5183
706-335-5191
706-335-6161
706-335-9001
706-335-2596
706-335-5147
CAMPGROUNDS
All within 10 minutes of the track
Country Boys RV
Pottery Campground
Banks Crossing 706-335-5535
800-223-0667
706-335-3088
Bed & Breakfast within 15 minutes
White Columns 706-677-1104
Hotels/Motels within 15 minutes
Super 8
706-549-0251

WINDER
Confort Inn, 177 W. Athens St., Winder GA 30680 comfortinn444@yahoo.com 770-868-5303
JEFFERSON
Comfort Inn
706-693-4582
Hotels/Motels 30 minutes away
ATHENS
Best Western
Courtyard by Marriott
Hampton Inn
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express
Marriott
Super 8

706-546-7311
706-369-7000
706-548-9600
706-549-4433
706-546-8122
706-369-7000
706-549-0251
SUWANEE
Comfort Inn
Days Inn
Howard Johnson
Hampton Inn
Admiral Benbow
Marriott
Ramada Inn
770-945-1608
770-945-8372
770-271-5559
678-546-1200
770-945-4921
770-831-7473
770-287-3205

LAVONIA
Days Inn
Shoney's Inn
Sleep Inn
706-356-4000
706-356-2950
706-356-2268
CORNELIA
Comfort Inn
Days Inn
Hampton Inn
Holiday Inn Express
706-778-9573
706-778-7700
706-778-0040
706-778-3600

[Paul T. Casey]

Barry, You da man!!!

[greyghost]

Sorry about how the copy came out on the phone #s but I figure a great Nuc like you will be able to figure it out

[Paul T. Casey]

Reservations made, appetite building, anticipation growing. I think I'll go check out helmets, in case I start to go fast!

[Donny Carlson]

Blame Todd. I'll be in Atlanta having some work done on my car, and he's bringing me out. I'm looking forward to seeing you guys!

[Accufab Racing]

Before there ever were "black sedans", there was Jerry Glanville. Jerry was the coach of the Atlanta Falcons (and another team too, but I forgot which one). Anyway, Jerry is an avid drag racer and all of his cars are jet black. Stop by in the pits and say hello to Jerry. He comes to all of the FFW Atlanta events and his rig is (naturally) all black. He will be binging his big black 10-second Torino and his new (?) 1949 (351 Cleveland powered) Ford, which runs in the mid 8's. Other racers who have told me they will be there include Bill Glidden and several IHRA 814" Pro Stock cars (Cougars included) running against the small block turbo and supercharged Mustangs.

[TAF]

Before there ever were "black sedans", there was Jerry Glanville. Jerry was the coach of the Atlanta Falcons (and another team too, but I forgot which one). Anyway, Jerry is an avid drag racer and all of his cars are jet black. Stop by in the pits and say hello to Jerry. He comes to all of the FFW Atlanta events and his rig is (naturally) all black. He will be binging his big black 10-second Torino and his new (?) 1949 (351 Cleveland powered) Ford, which runs in the mid 8's. Other racers who have told me they will be there include Bill Glidden and several IHRA 814" Pro Stock cars (Cougars included) running against the small block turbo and supercharged Mustangs.
He was the coach for the Houston Oilers famous "House of Pain" years...and quite a character. Look forward to seeing him and you there. :up:

[jefferson-mo]

Before there ever were "black sedans", there was Jerry Glanville. Jerry was the coach of the Atlanta Falcons (and another team too, but I forgot which one). Anyway, Jerry is an avid drag racer and all of his cars are jet black. Stop by in the pits and say hello to Jerry. He comes to all of the FFW Atlanta events and his rig is (naturally) all black. He will be binging his big black 10-second Torino and his new (?) 1949 (351 Cleveland powered) Ford, which runs in the mid 8's. Other racers who have told me they will be there include Bill Glidden and several IHRA 814" Pro Stock cars (Cougars included) running against the small block turbo and supercharged Mustangs.

Don't forget.............he also had the ball$$ to run in Nascar Supertrucks too!:uzi:

[Accufab Racing]

He also used to leave tickets at the "will call" gate at every game for Elvis. What a piece of work, and fun to talk to too.

[TAF]

Just a reminder...


Monthly Atlanta Mercury Marauder "Breakfast Club"
10:00 AM This Saturday April 17th
NEW Location at the Cracker Barrel in Commerce, right outside the gates of FFW-Atlanta

http://maps.where2getit.com/cracker3/images/logo.gif (http://www.crackerbarrel.com/index.cfm)
138 Eisenhower Drive
Commerce GA 30529-6227
(706) 335-3788I-85 & US 441Exit #149


14th Annual Peach State FFW Nationals
Atlanta Dragway
April 16-18, 2004

http://www.funfordevents.com/clientuploads/directory/Event%20List/event_atl_list.jpg (http://www.funfordevents.com/index.php?src=directory&view=Event List&srctype=display&back=Event List&id=436&submenu=Events&view=Event+List&pos=0,20,13)

[MARAUDERCHICK]

Just a reminder...


Monthly Atlanta Mercury Marauder "Breakfast Club"
10:00 AM This Saturday April 17th
NEW Location at the Cracker Barrel in Commerce, right outside the gates of FFW-Atlanta


:bigcry: :bigcry: :bigcry:

Don't remind me........I can't come!!!

:bigcry: :bigcry: :bigcry: :bigcry:

We are moving that weekend!

[greyghost]

We are planning on being at the Breakfast.

As not that many people have committed to going to the FFW I am not bringing my trailer up. I will be notifying FFW that we will not have an organized group.

[MARAUDERCHICK]

As not that many people have committed to going to the FFW I am not bringing my trailer up. I will be notifying FFW that we will not have an organized group.
Sorry Barry!! Believe me when I say, I am deeply saddened that I won't be able to make it to FFW. I appreciate you trying to get something coordinated though!!:up:

[greyghost]

Hey, stuff happens or something like that! I know you wanted to be there Kathy. Hope your move goes well.

[67435animal]

Hey, stuff happens or something like that! I know you wanted to be there Kathy. Hope your move goes well.

Cannot make it either Barry.

Bob

[Paul T. Casey]

Alas, my hot rod is still down, therefore I'm not going to be able to make it for the weekend. I'll give Saturday a try, but it don't look too good right now.