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Tammy Pritchett (aka tlp1968) [ View ] [ streetrodding@yahoo.com ] [ Car Ads ] [ Blogs ] Springfield,, Illinois (877) 787-6337  StreetRodding.com Marketing Director

Just one week away folks, here is the latest. The Hilton was nice enough to extend our special room prices beyond the June 20th date to June 30th! So you last minute stragglers get on the horn and make your reservations. Friday night will be fireworks and fun and Saturday we have a full schedule. Come on! What else do you have to do?? Why not come hang out with us? We will cover all the events on the site making Springfield the place to be on 4th of July!!!

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Posted by brian41chevy  -  06/27/2008 12:22 PM See you on Friday. There is a fine line between hobby and mental illness [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] New Lenox, Illinois Charter Member since November 2004   Posted by 31tudor  -  06/27/2008 12:36 PM So who all from this site is going to be there? Sure wish Victoria and I could have made it! Eric Hibbs [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] St. George, Utah Charter Member since January 2002   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/27/2008 12:50 PM Just looked at the forecast for Springfield....looks like decent weather for the 5th. Maybe some rain on Friday the 4th but remember those staying at the Hilton can always park in the garage. I am looking at alternate plans for Friday night if we are rained out. But lets think dry......... StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by jchobbs  -  06/27/2008 01:13 PM Leaving Thursday morning, can't wait to get some serious hot rod therapy! You know this illness that we know we have and aren't willing to get help! jchobbs [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Deshler, Ohio Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by reneg8d  -  06/27/2008 01:22 PM We're leaving wed to arrive thursday eve... Wish I had "ol' Bessie" done.. No, wait, she won't fit in the parking garage at 11ft tall.. Gonna Take I40 to I44 to I70 to I55.. Cell # is 505.220.1600 Anybody from out this way is welcome to call or caravan up to Springfield with us.. Steve ASE Master Auto Tech [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Thoreau, New Mexico Charter Member since July 2005   Posted by zinski3  -  06/27/2008 04:26 PM There are a couple places to stop on I-55 if you want to break up the day. One is www.countryclassiccars.com/. They have a rather large selection of vehicles. Most are on consignment, but you never know what you may find. Another is www.daves-classic-cars.com. Have not been to either of these but always wanted to stop, just to browse. Have no idea if the places are any good or what, so enter at your own risk. Sorry can't make it. Family coming out here to the lake to boat and jetski, eat my food, drink my beer, keep me up until all hours of the night...................................man, it sounds like a great time!! Will be good to see the grandkids. Have a great time in Springfield! zinski3 [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Edwards, Missouri Charter Member since December 2000   Posted by brian41chevy  -  06/27/2008 04:34 PM Country classics charges you a dollar to come in and look around. Some interesting cars. You will smile? at a lot of the prices. You can run old 66 north right up into Springfield and see some interesting things or take 55 and get off at the exits for 66. There is a fine line between hobby and mental illness [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] New Lenox, Illinois Charter Member since November 2004   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/27/2008 10:38 PM Well said Brian. I can say that Dave's is a fun place to look at "project" cars. Country Classics has alot to look at and some decent prices depending upon what you are looking for. If you are coming from St. Louis remember Gateway Classic Cars is there. Nice stuff and friendly folks. I am getting ready for all of you to arrive....hurry up will ya! StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by ORHotrod  -  06/28/2008 05:47 PM I'm in Springfield now waiting for you guys, weather has been great no Hail yet. Just a thunderstorm yesterday the 36 didn't shrink so you guy's are safe to bring your cars out of hiding. Larry [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Salem, Oregon Charter Member since July 2002   Posted by JAWS  -  06/28/2008 06:56 PM I am with ya on that Eric. I am gonna miss all of the fun too. An electrical headache can make a great car a pain [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Boise, Idaho Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by DavyJ  -  06/28/2008 07:14 PM I'm sitting back in Niagara, wishing my wife would heal up quicker........This being tied down to the homestead is getting old. Have fun guy's and gal's, maybe next year will be better. Still driving the wife's car, cause I am slow. [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Niagara Falls, Canada Charter Member since February 2005   Posted by reneg8d  -  06/28/2008 08:39 PM Got the car washed and cleaned out... gonna start the packing thing on Monday. Lookin forward to meeting a bunch of you next Friday. ASE Master Auto Tech [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Thoreau, New Mexico Charter Member since July 2005   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/29/2008 12:12 PM Come on guys you are missing the fun! Larry (ORHotrod) hung out with us today and had to subject himself to watching my husband and I break and re-break the Camaro. We had a great time and are looking forward to seeing the rest of you very soon!!!! Remember guys tomorrow is the last day to reserve your room at the Hilton. I promise I won't make you eat my Italian beef (tell Larry you appreciate that his took one for the team) :-) StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by oilmanpat  -  06/29/2008 01:25 PM Just gave the car its cleaning and bolt check. Will be leaving Friday morning. Pat oilmanpat [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Warsaw, Illinois Charter Member since August 2007   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/29/2008 04:38 PM Good news!! My husband seemed to fix his hot starting problems. I am keeping my fingers crossed. StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by cr55  -  06/29/2008 04:59 PM Tammy, that sounded a little bizzare! But I won't say anything cause I don't want "mother to hit the delete button"/LMAO...CR I thought that I knew it all , but.. [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] dover, Delaware   Posted by REBORN55  -  06/30/2008 09:02 AM Tammy and all, we won't be making it up for the day on Saturday. Lost another close friend this weekend--had been hospitalized after a heart attack about 2 months ago--string of other problems arose after the episode. Was in rehab, thought he was turning corner, but didn't make it. His wife of 45 years is not taking it very well so myself along with other members of car club are going over to her house this weekend and try to help her sort things out. This the the 4th friend I have lost in the last 14 months. All in the early 60's. Scares me--wife says to make sure you enjoy yourself while you can. Have a great weekend. Ken [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] De soto, Illinois   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/30/2008 10:37 AM Gosh Ken that is awful!! I am so very sorry for your loss. Of course your place is at home. We will be on the forum and posting pictures so check your computer from time to time. It is shocking that you have lost so many friends so young. I agree with your wife that you need to take good care of yourself and enjoy life! Maybe we will meet again at another show. As for you CR...I did not delete anything lately so I won't take the blame but as far as the post...think battery in the trunk and nothing more. :-) StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/30/2008 10:43 AM I almost forgot....Steve there is parking off street and you can always bring "ol Bessie" to my house. I also have a garage space big enough that has been offered so if you want to reconsider we can find you a spot. StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by cr55  -  06/30/2008 10:52 AM Tammy, I feel better now! I was worried for you.....LOL...............CR I thought that I knew it all , but.. [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] dover, Delaware   Posted by reneg8d  -  06/30/2008 07:08 PM Tammy, I'd love to bring the truck along, but.... I still need a trans, tires, wiring, glass... Well you get the idea.... Add to that stuff, computer parts too. I'm on wifey's comp as my desktop went ^^ early this morning. I'm hoping to have "Ol' Bessie" on the road in 3-5 years. That may be an optimistic estimate too See y'all on friday!!!!! ASE Master Auto Tech [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Thoreau, New Mexico Charter Member since July 2005   Posted by tlp1968  -  06/30/2008 09:02 PM Oh well Steve that is O.K. we can wait to see Bessie. I keep getting calls from Illinois folks who are interested in joining us.....I cannot wait to get the car out for some much needed exercise. Noticed she smokes a bit more when I start her this year...guess I will have to get those heads done this fall. StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by reneg8d  -  06/30/2008 09:15 PM here's a couple of choices to go behind the truck when its finished... http://www.excelrvs.com/floorplans/popups/limited_36TKE.htm http://keystone-montana.com/?page=detail&year=2009&model=3665RE ASE Master Auto Tech [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Thoreau, New Mexico Charter Member since July 2005   Posted by oilmanpat  -  06/30/2008 09:50 PM Three days and counting. oilmanpat [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Warsaw, Illinois Charter Member since August 2007   Posted by tlp1968  -  07/01/2008 07:42 AM Looking forward to seeing everyone.....it is exciting to think of us all cruising around together. StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by reneg8d  -  07/01/2008 06:56 PM ok, just about ready to load up the Hyundai for the trip.. God only knows what I'll forget to pack and bring along!! See ya Thursday night/Friday... ASE Master Auto Tech [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Thoreau, New Mexico Charter Member since July 2005   Posted by JAWS  -  07/02/2008 03:59 AM I am not happy about missing this! I really really really wish I was gonna be there. Better have lots of fun for me!! An electrical headache can make a great car a pain [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Boise, Idaho Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by jchobbs  -  07/02/2008 07:40 AM I wish I was leaving today, can't hardly wait to get there! There is no doubt that fun will be had by all! jchobbs [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Deshler, Ohio Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by 31tudor  -  07/02/2008 11:43 AM Damnit JC, quit rubbin' salt in the wound! Eric Hibbs [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] St. George, Utah Charter Member since January 2002   Posted by jchobbs  -  07/02/2008 12:03 PM Sorry! I'm sure there will be pictures posted by Tammy jchobbs [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Deshler, Ohio Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by JAWS  -  07/02/2008 01:14 PM YEAH! This is a sensitive subject for those of us who can't make it................ An electrical headache can make a great car a pain [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Boise, Idaho Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by oilmanpat  -  07/02/2008 05:09 PM One more day of work. oilmanpat [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Warsaw, Illinois Charter Member since August 2007   Posted by flagator79  -  07/02/2008 07:52 PM I just went outside and spit in the back yard -- would love to be there for the cruise-in. Have a great time and take lots of pics and post them --put names with faces and rides if you can. If the world was fair, the worm would eat the bird half the time [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] West Monroe, Louisianna Charter Member since December 2005   Posted by tlp1968  -  07/03/2008 12:20 AM Don't worry guys we will try to include you as much as we can....maybe we will e-mail you from Bennigans downstairs on Thursday night. We had some rain tonight which is great because behind it is high 70's temps and maybe just a bit overcast on Friday. One of our stops was cancelled on Saturday but replaced with an almost cooler stop....The Mill in Lincoln Illinois will be giving tours and letting us check out the renovations to this 1920's and 30's route 66 landmark. Maybe we can take a picture of the building and you can Photoshop your car into the picture....LOL seriously we will miss you guys so stay by your computers for updates. StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by tlp1968  -  07/03/2008 10:43 AM Whoo Hooo the camera is ready........bring on the cars!!!! Larry is here, Steve arrives tonight and tomorrow.....well the rest of the gang should be here getting ready for the fun. Remember if you live close enough you can still make it!!!!!!!!! StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by ForVette  -  07/03/2008 12:56 PM Somebody, Please come and babysit my Dog, so I can go to Springfield !!! I'm only about a Six hour drive, could leave early Friday morning. ForVette [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Southaven, Mississippi   Posted by tlp1968  -  07/03/2008 06:05 PM What kind of dog is it??? If it likes bulldogs you can leave it at my house- just bring your crate! Or I can call around and see if I can reserve your pup a hotel room of his own. The Hilton does not do dogs but I can find you a hotel that will.....no more excuses :-) StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Springfield,, Illinois Charter Member since August 2003   Posted by ForVette  -  07/03/2008 07:16 PM Tammy, Thanks for the offer! He is a Mini Dachshund, but he needs alot of attention or special care at least. He has had two surgeries for ruptured disk removal and gets along fine now, but the wrong person controlling his leash could break his back or do serious damage to him if they were to jerk on him too hard or suddenly. ForVette [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Southaven, Mississippi   Posted by brian41chevy  -  07/03/2008 07:17 PM All set to go. See you all tomorrow late morning. Can't believe two years have gone by since this was first planned and then resurrected. Will be happy that my shirt didn't turn into a collectors item for something that did not happen. Looking forward to meeting you all. There is a fine line between hobby and mental illness [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] New Lenox, Illinois Charter Member since November 2004   Posted by REBORN55  -  07/03/2008 07:29 PM Hope you all have fun. will have to wait for the pictures. Might have to post me and the wifes picture when you start a new thread if I can find one. Hate to ruin a good post though. Supposed to be nice convertible weather too. oh well Ken [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] De soto, Illinois   Posted by jchobbs  -  07/03/2008 08:00 PM Finally made it. Took a few extra hours to get here. Had to stop along the road log into work with the Sprint wireless card and fix a few things. Took a hit on the nose (car) coming up the ramp. Anyone coming in should be careful when going up the ramp to the 4th floor from the 3rd floor. It will wait till I get it home to fix it, here to go cruising. Thanks Larry for meeting us in the parking garage! jchobbs [ View ] [ Email ] [ Blogs ] [ Car Ads ] Deshler, Ohio Charter Member since August 2004   Posted by tlp1968  -  07/03/2008 10:04 PM Jeff I feel awful about your nose job, you know I didn't notice a steep grade going up before and didn't know anything had changed. Glad to see you had Larry to welcome you, I am still finishing up our goodie bags and picked up some snacks and sodas/waters for Friday night. Brian when do you think you will be rolling in? I was thinking of meeting everyone in the morning downstairs and maybe crusing out to get some coffee or something. Those of you who have arrived in Springfield call me 553-1848 (that is the local number) or 877-787-6337 and we will figure out the best time, which may be later depending upon everyone's schedule. And Dave...well I will call around if you want a room that would take your 4-legged friend. I don't think there are too many places we are stopping that you could not bring him along. It is supposed to be cool on the 4th, 5th and 6th (high 70's) so you can always use a co-pilot right? StreetRodding.com Marketing Director [