Midwest Buick Challenge Sept 7, 8 & 9, 2007

[Loyd]

10th annual Midwest Buick Challenge Sept 7, 8 & 9, 2007
Osceola Dragway
56328 Ash Road
Osceola, IN 46561
Track: 574-674-8400
http://www.osceoladragway.com/
Map of area (http://www.google.com/maps?q=56328+Ash+Rd,+Osceola,+IN+46561&sa=X&oi=map&ct=title)

We are planning to move the event to Osceola Dragway located near Elkhart, IN, and have conformed the dates of September 7, 8 and 9, 2007

Please hold these dates for our 10th annual event. This will be the best one yet

[larkone]

It's getting closer to home. :beer :beer

[GS Shari]

Expect final details in a week - we are firming up hotels and a cruise night Friday night. Also looking to get prices and times down before then.

Starting to look good.....

[Dayvd]

Oh well now isn't this cool! I've been thinking that me and my son need some sort of "guy" outing.

[GS Shari]

Guy outing? There's going to be a ladies race, too.....

:Brow:

[SmittyDawg]

There'll be racy women there?!:Brow:

[GS Shari]

Only if your Beth is one of them......

I guess we need to stock up on test tubes and cherries!

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

New place...new date...
Racy women racing? What about the racy men?
That's it... Racy Men Racing Fast Buicks... :TU:

Beth :bla:

Please note... on the attached flyer it says cruise TBA, well it's been announced ( I just keep forgetting to update the flyer), please see Shari's other post about it.... mmmmmmm Microbrewery

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

I don't remember how to edit a picture on this here board sooooooo.......

I'm posting the newly revised MWBC flyer. I think it needs to be revised again. :Dou:

Beth :TU:

P.S. Hope you all can read the tiny type on the bottom, it's the prices for the weekend if not they are:

Fri., Sat. & Sun. Car & Driver $85.
Fri. $20.
Sat. $35.
Sun. $40
Spectator: Fri. $7., Sat. & Sun. $10.
Kids 6 - 11 $4 Under 6 are free

I think a bunch of you got these at NTR also :grin:

[GS Shari]

Anyone from here coming to this event?

[greg davis]

I will be there :beer

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Us 3 are, but I think you knew that :pp

Beth

[Annie Oakley]

Me & Lucille!!

:pray: (pending no technical difficulties between now and then...or, maybe I'd just bring the Granny Regal, best e/t: 16.23)

:beers2: :beers2:

[cacmanjr]

Of course, I will be there. Look for a pm from me, Shari.

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Cool, Ann's going
:beers2:
Any word if Berta is too?

Beth

[Annie Oakley]

Any word if Berta is too?
I asked her this past weekend and she is still thinking about it. Maybe she needs more *encouragement*. :Brow:

[Bobb Makley]

We will be there with at least my car. may be amy's if we can get the glass fixed it has a crack in the windsheild. Just need to free up the cash to get it fixed.

[Stage1 Jeff]

have fun everyone!!!!!!!!!!

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Maybe she needs more *encouragement*. :Brow:

Let's see, the last time I raced Berta...

I won :bla:

How about a rematch Berta? :3gears: :3gears:

Beth :laugh:

[fast87buick]

Anyone from here coming to this event?

I'm planning on being there with the Turbo Regal, racing and showing. First time racing the turbo car since 2003.
New combo too, hoping for solid 12's, maybe faster. :Do No:

[Dayvd]

My son and I are planning on being there Fri and Sat. We're bringing the van tho so we'll have plenty of room to haul home parts. lol

[Bill Smith]

Does anyone know about this site?
They seem to list events for free?!

http://www.oldride.com/events/indiana_carshow.html

[Bill Smith]

Oops, not a hijack, I just thought maybe you could list the event?:idea2:

[Old Pueblo]

I just might go to this one. It sounds like fun?
Now I just need to:
1. Book a flight
2. Reserve a room
3. Find transportation
4. Bring enough money to eat out every night at fancy restaurants.

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Bill,
Thanks for posting that info, not sure if it would be the right place to post our event since it's not just a car show, it's mainly a race event.
Thanks again & hope to see you at the MWBC.

Beth

P.S. Tim... I'm calling BS on you...:bla:

[Old Pueblo]

Oh, Thats right. I got ALL that taken care of! :Dou:
Sorry. :error:

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Who got???
:bla: :bla:

Beth :grin:

[Old Pueblo]

Ahem.... Brett and I, Brett has the card. I has the cash. :dollar: (I still can't win, huh?)

[GS Shari]

Do you ever? :Brow:

[GS Shari]

This just in from someone who lives near there:

Camping

If anyone is interested in camping near the track.
There is a RV dealer down the road from the track.
The company is called Hart City RV or hartcityrv.com.
The address is 2311 S. Nappanee St, Elkhart, Indiana 46517.
The phone number is 574-295-5793.
Price is $25.00 per night.
They don't have any trees but do have full hookups.
It is not much of a campground but it is close to the track.
It is also close to resturaunts.
They also have their own security on site.
There is plenty of room for parking also.
It would more for Motor Homes and RV's.
Just thought I would throw it out there.
I will see you at the track.
Jason

[Roberta]

Let's see, the last time I raced Berta...

I won :bla:

How about a rematch Berta? :3gears: :3gears:

Beth :laugh:

Hmmm....... Well, maybe about the time the cruise starts on Friday night, Turbo Dave and I might just roll in, at least that's the tenative plan.
:3gears: :3gears: :beers2: :beers2: :TU:

[GS Shari]

'Way to go, Berta! Sounds like a rematch?

[FauxFunGSX]

Hi All,

New guy here with a 70 gsx vert tribute. I was thinking about driving to the event on Saturday for the day. I have never been to this event before, is it just racing or is there a swap meet, other things? Any information would be great. Thanks

[GS Shari]

Hi! Sounds like an awesome car - I hope you can have some fun with it!

Our full event schedule is here:

http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?t=132754

As for a swap meet, there is nothing formal planned - we offered free swap and vending spaces so we have to see who shows up. I've heard of some guys swapping out of the back of their trucks - it could prove interesting.

There is also a car show on Saturday.

So come on out!

Thanks,

Shari

[FauxFunGSX]

Hi Shari,

Thank you for the info. I noticed you are part of the GSCA Chicagoland Chapter. I paln to join the group ASAP. Being a new Buick car guy, I am also looking for an honest and good mechanic in the Chicago area who is interested in working on these cars. Any suggestions?
Thanks so much for the help!

[GS Shari]

Check here http://www.chicagolandbuick.org/partners/vendors.html

and look for the ad for Precision Engine and Machine. Rick does excellent work!

There's a place on that board, too, to join. :Brow:

Hope to see you at something,

Shari

[HOOSIER67]

Hi all,

I'll be joining in on the festivities on Fri. nite & Saturday. I've never been to this event B4, and have never had the car on a track without stoplights,:Brow: but plan on taking it down the strip. Can anyone give me an idea of whats required for the car & I to be allowed to race? I dont think the car will go faster than low - mid 14's.

Thanks,
Rob

[cacmanjr]

The only requirement that I can think of is seat belts, but it is always wise to wear a helmet just in case anything goes crazy. Better safe than sorry. Have fun!

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

1st... Woo-Hoo Berta's going. :3gears: :beers2:

2nd... Hi Rob,

Hope some of this info helps ya.

Make sure you have a SA2005 helmet - if not I'm sure someone at the event will either have an extra one or will let you borrow theirs for a run or 2.

Some will say since you're running mid 14's you won't need a helmet, but I am a firm believer that if you're going to racing you should be wearing a brain bucket. :Smarty:

Make sure your battery is strapped in well.

Make sure your coolant overflow is in operational condition.

Make sure your tires are in good condition.

Shorts and tank tops are not allowed while you race, therefore at the very least bring a short or long sleeved shirt and long pants with you.

Make sure your seatbelt is fully functional.

NO LEAKS, such as oil or antifreeze.

If you have hubcaps... remove them.


Looking forward to seeing everyone there. :TU:

Beth

[HOOSIER67]

Beth,

Thanks for the information, I really appreciate it! My car does not have a coolant overflow tank, I dont think '67s came with them. Is this a problem?

Rob

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Well... if it didn't come with it, I don't see a problem (but then again I'm not tech). We will figure something out if it is - maybe attach an empty pepsi bottle :laugh:

Beth :grin:

[HOOSIER67]

Beth,

Whatever works! Thanks again!:beers2: :3gears:

[GRNDNL]

Beth,

Thanks for the information, I really appreciate it! My car does not have a coolant overflow tank, I dont think '67s came with them. Is this a problem?

Rob


It will be a problem if they tech you, zip tie a 16oz bottle to the rad support and stick the overflow tube in it.

Will be there Friday Night for the cruise if the traffic cooperates..........:TU:

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Oh no Keith... you & are are thinking alike. :eek2:

What time are you leaving Friday? Dana, Liam & I are taking off at 1.


Beth

[cacmanjr]

Tech is pretty loose at Osceola.

[Tom Miller]

Tech is pretty loose at Osceola.

Not really all that loose anymore. There are new guy's running tech that are on the ball making sure things are legit.

Martin Dragway has gone to pot, as far as the people running the track, and since the beginning of this season, Osceola has picked up a ton of Martin's regular racer's.

Sunday is going to be a very very busy day:Smarty:

Lately they have been struggling to get the regular race program done before dusk, adding this Buick event into the mix sunday should be interesting.

Pray for no mechanical breakdowns on the track, and hope that the power's that be running track have the foresight to give up their stupid 1hr lunch break:Dou: :Dou: :Dou:

[bigdawg70]

Does anyone know if there having a regular test and tune on sat and sun? I may Not Have the Buick ready but would like to come and test my other car

[cacmanjr]

Hi, Tom. You planning on coming down for the MWBC? Be good to see you there. My car has not even had the hood off this year. I realize that they have seen it before, but they haven't even checked my belts or helmet. It might be different now but I was just there 2 weeks ago.

BigDawg70 there will be test and tune on Saturday. Quick 16 and some other races will run on Saturday as I understand it. Check out the following link: http://chicagolandbuick.org/events/racing/Midwest_Challenge/mwc_index.html

[GS Shari]

You can test and tune another make of car/engine - you cannot run it in any of the races, as they are Buick powered/bodied only. So t&t is fine....

[bigdawg70]

ok thanks just didnt want to pull a chebby all tha way down there and couldnt t&t it just would get boring for two days without a car

[Bobb Makley]

Dawg you have to get the chevy out to try and whip me. LMAO you coming up friday to martin for chaos. Or are you scared of that too.:moonu: :moonu: :laugh: :laugh:

[bigdawg70]

Dawg you have to get the chevy out to try and whip me. LMAO you coming up friday to martin for chaos. Or are you scared of that too.:moonu: :moonu: :laugh: :laugh:

Lmao I doubt if we make it to the Chaos fri But ill be there sat looking for you with head up action wit the chevy if you thought the duece was funy wait til you see this:Brow: Are you guys going to martin before you go to the buick event

[Bobb Makley]

We planned on it I thought you guy were coming up to martin for some action. I'm bummed if you don't I was really looking forward to it I had a blast last year

[bigdawg70]

Ill ask him and see what he says we havent really even discussd it. how far is martin from the event

[Bobb Makley]

It's about 11/2 from martin. Whats this I hear you to lazy to put in your new tranny and bring the buick. This week I have changed the exhaust fixed the blower drive pulley changed the converter and may have to change it back if this one doesn't work. And all you have to do is put one back in I'm surpised that you don't have more drive than that or does your old lady have your balls in a box. :) LMAO

[bigdawg70]

Not in a box she has them in a jar. There are no more real events to go to and i Jus been real lazy i got the chevy running and not to mention what happened at the last event. Dont know if dad told you but it was a big fight about the race after the guy crossed the finish line on his hood.:laugh: Ill prob get it fixed and put in when we come back but for know ill jus be at the starting line pushing that red light button when you leave:spank: lol.

[Buick]

Am I the only Buick going to the track Friday night?

[GS Shari]

Ramin, I heard some of the turbo guys will be there. Loyd and I will be at the cruise....

But that's why we have a little something for everyone that night!

Are you coming Saturday and Sunday, too?

Take care,

Shari

[Buick]

Yes, will be there through Sunday. Looking forward to trying out BCO!