Five Oh B Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 Five Oh B is not going to have to worry about any Shelby 500's my brother. You just worry about being up on your game if you line up with him. Yeah, what he said! Unfortunately for me, even though I've been modding my GT, I know that Grabber and others have been modding their GT500's. Truth be told, there's only so much power that can be put to the ground anyway, so lining up on street tires is more a battle of who can get better traction instead of who has the most power. I think I'd better bolt on the drag radials for the drive to Grabber's - just to be safe!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 Here ya go, Brian - louvers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Five Oh B Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Here ya go, Brian - louvers. Lookin' good! SHR makes such cool stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 5-Oh-B, Are you and Shirley going to hike to the top of the falls when we go there ? If so, I wonder if others are going to want to do that too. I think most will just go up to the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 The bridge is a 5 minute walk. The top of the falls is a 1 mile hike....straight up on a paved trail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Five Oh B Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 I think we will hike to the top of the falls, Grabber. It's such a nice view that we can't pass up if we're gonna be there anyway. We're suckers for a nice hike. Multnomah Falls is an easy to moderate hike, so anyone in decent shape should have no trouble. And it's short enough that most should be able to do it, if they are interested. Getting to the bridge is easy & quick, and provides a stunning view, so everyone will want to at least get to the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ati Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 I think we will hike to the top of the falls, Grabber. It's such a nice view that we can't pass up if we're gonna be there anyway. We're suckers for a nice hike. Multnomah Falls is an easy to moderate hike, so anyone in decent shape should have no trouble. And it's short enough that most should be able to do it, if they are interested. Getting to the bridge is easy & quick, and provides a stunning view, so everyone will want to at least get to the bridge. You like hiking? Check this out! El camino del Rey Originally built in 1901, this walkway now serves as an approach to makinodromo, the famous climbing sector of El Chorro. All footage shot with helmet cam. Alan El Camino Del Rey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 No way Ruf is climbing that. My "you know whats" are still tingling just watching the vid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 I think we will hike to the top of the falls, Grabber. It's such a nice view that we can't pass up if we're gonna be there anyway. We're suckers for a nice hike. Multnomah Falls is an easy to moderate hike, so anyone in decent shape should have no trouble. And it's short enough that most should be able to do it, if they are interested. Getting to the bridge is easy & quick, and provides a stunning view, so everyone will want to at least get to the bridge. I agree. You better bring an extra T-shirt, unless you want to be pitted out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gun Oil Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Rob, Will you re-send your directions & schedule PM again? Also for those that were going to try and wagon train it from the Tacoma Mall....Meet up time again...? I am starting from the Redmond Area, so if any East-Siders want to start from perhaps Bellevue at the 405, SE 8th Park-and-Ride.....we could get the party started from there around 6:30 for a 7:30 Tacoma Mall arrival...........?????? :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 PM sent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gun Oil Posted May 12, 2008 Report Share Posted May 12, 2008 Just thinking out loud.....for a place to dine Saturday after the Falls...... Joe's Crab Shack on the Vancouver side of the river.....??? Parking at Joe's may be an issue..... http://www.joescrabshack.com/store_front_l...ion.php?LC=CSVC Or better yet.....Hooter's at Jantzen Beach? :beerchug: http://hooters.know-where.com/hooters/cgi/...en&mapid=US Our old Z06 group always had awesome get togethers at the Hooter's here in WA.......Most of them are "Club" friendly, and will even provide "select" parking for groups if we give them enough advanced warning..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 It looks as if the weather pattern in the NW is gwetting ready to change. It has rained the last 3 days......but lookie. Sat. the 24 looks great. :happy feet: Very warm with plenty of sunLow: 61 °FHigh: 80 °FSaturday, May 24More Details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 26 cars on your lawn! :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 26 cars on your lawn! :happy feet: New lay out for your review forth coming in a day or so. I got all the measurements and need to draw it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ati Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 18 Days and Counting :happy feet:16 Days and Counting :happy feet: 13 Days and Counting :happy feet: 10 Days and Counting :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 You can count! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpretzel Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 I'm really cutting it close. Still haven't been able to have Fred adjust my tune. Had a dyno appointment this evening, but Fred is out racing. . I made a new appt for Monday. I also have clearance issues with the new drive shaft and exhaust that I haven't been able to track down. This is getting really frustrating. And only 7 days left to figure it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ati Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 You can count! Hey Grabber, Don't Laugh at Me I always countdown to events: Christmas Birthdays Vacations 2nd annual Pacific NW Meet & Greet I mark my calenders at work and home and I even program my home and work computers to countdown. "It drives my wife and others NUTS". Lisa says I'm OCD Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 I'm really cutting it close. Still haven't been able to have Fred adjust my tune. Had a dyno appointment this evening, but Fred is out racing. . I made a new appt for Monday. I also have clearance issues with the new drive shaft and exhaust that I haven't been able to track down. This is getting really frustrating. And only 7 days left to figure it out. You are starting to worry me Rickster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpretzel Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 You are starting to worry me Rickster. Getting a little worried myself, particularly with this clearance issue. I expected a little better fitment from the Evo Stage 4. Haven't hundreds of people installed this? Why am I having these issues? I already had to remove the rear DS safety loop because it was hitting the exhaust. I still have a pretty serious metal-on-metal clunk when I hit bumps in the road. I might have to remove the front DS safety loop too. Go figure, the only part of this I had someone else install is the drive shaft and exhaust, and I'm having problems. If you want it done right... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gun Oil Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Any thoughts about Saturday Evening grub? Ya' know it is all about the Party :beerchug: :banana piano: :tequila: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Five Oh B Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 Grabber - Shirley & I are driving down to Battleground Friday night. I booked a hotel room so we don't have to have such a long drive Saturday morning AND Saturday night to come home. Assuming there's a self carwash somewhere in town, I'm going to work on getting the GT cleaned up that night and make the short drive to your home Saturday morning after 10am. On a side note, looks like it'll be early June before I can get the car in for dyno tuning. That means I'll be running the very conservative Vortech 420hp tune in the meantime, so try not to leave me in your dust on the drive portion of the fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Any thoughts about Saturday Evening grub? Ya' know it is all about the Party :beerchug: :banana piano: :tequila: My wife Tana wants to discuss that with me. I will start working on it. Thanks for giving me a little push. Sometimes I need that. I will let you know. Parking is importand too, so I want to find a good spot for us all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Grabber - Shirley & I are driving down to Battleground Friday night. I booked a hotel room so we don't have to have such a long drive Saturday morning AND Saturday night to come home. Assuming there's a self carwash somewhere in town, I'm going to work on getting the GT cleaned up that night and make the short drive to your home Saturday morning after 10am. On a side note, looks like it'll be early June before I can get the car in for dyno tuning. That means I'll be running the very conservative Vortech 420hp tune in the meantime, so try not to leave me in your dust on the drive portion of the fun! Brian, Are you staying at Best Western ? There is a self wash down the street next to the post office. What time are you driving over here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 I did the lay out for 26 cars to be parked on my lawn for the party. We have plenty of room. I did a 108 foot circle (54" raduis) and positioned the cars at 12 foot centers. This allows 6 feet inbetween each car for plenty of room. We don't want any door dings. I plan on doing the layout the night before, so it will be ready. The band will be in the driveway and we will barb-b-Q in the center of the circle. I will have some table and chairs available, but if any of you can bring a chair or 2 it would help. Also try to make sure you have gas in your vehicle, so we all don't have to stop before the cruise up to the Falls. Here is the car lay out on my lawn. These 2 pic's give you an idea of the area that the circle will be in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Five Oh B Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Brian, Are you staying at Best Western ? There is a self wash down the street next to the post office. What time are you driving over here? Yep, B/W it is (was there another option? that's all I could find online). We'll likely roll into Battleground Friday night around 7-8pm, check into the hotel, grab a quick bite somewhere, detail the car, and call it a night. We'll be at your place Saturday a little after 10am. You and David were so nice to help me clean up my car last year after the long drive down, so this year I'll jump in and help anyone who may need some help cleaning their car from their long drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted May 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Yep, B/W it is (was there another option? that's all I could find online). We'll likely roll into Battleground Friday night around 7-8pm, check into the hotel, grab a quick bite somewhere, detail the car, and call it a night. We'll be at your place Saturday a little after 10am. You and David were so nice to help me clean up my car last year after the long drive down, so this year I'll jump in and help anyone who may need some help cleaning their car from their long drive. That is the only hotel in Battleground. 6 minutes from my house. It's brand new and opened up about 6 months ago. We are going to grab a bite with ati (alan & Lisa) about 7 or so. They are flying in around 4:10 PM and I expect them to be checking into the same hotel around 6:30 or so. You are welcome to grab a bite with us if you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GT500Ron Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 I did the lay out for 26 cars to be parked on my lawn for the party. We have plenty of room. I did a 108 foot circle (54" raduis) and positioned the cars at 12 foot centers. This allows 6 feet inbetween each car for plenty of room. We don't want any door dings. I plan on doing the layout the night before, so it will be ready. The band will be in the driveway and we will barb-b-Q in the center of the circle. I will have some table and chairs available, but if any of you can bring a chair or 2 it would help. Also try to make sure you have gas in your vehicle, so we all don't have to stop before the cruise up to the Falls. Here is the car lay out on my lawn. These 2 pic's give you an idea of the area that the circle will be in Looks good, I just sent you a PM regarding parking something big somewhere in the mix with a dog in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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