Midwest Challenge August 22-24, 2008

[GS Shari]

Yes, we've been moved to August this year. The track was busy for our specific date, and the other weekends in September have Notre Dame home games.

Stay tuned for host hotel info and other activities, as we go....

[alec296]

which track is it at this year?
thanks

[Old Pueblo]

Same as last year. Osceola Dragway. Osceola IN. It's just outside of South Bend.

[Bobb Makley]

Had a greeat time last year. the track worked there hardest to take care of us. seemed to be great people. Can you guys try and get them to allow us to sttay over night we love doing that. I know you could ask last year and be allowed but we arlready had rooms. Get us the sponsor info when you get it around.

[GS Shari]

From what Loyd said, they will be more lenient this year about staying at the track. I don't know the details yet, still to come. And yes, what Tim said - at Osceola Track in Osceola, IN.

And thanks in advance for the sponsorship interest.....:)

[greatscat]

From what Loyd said, they will be more lenient this year about staying at the track. I don't know the details yet, still to come. And yes, what Tim said - at Osceola Track in Osceola, IN.

And thanks in advance for the sponsorship interest.....:)
We'll be there,had a great time last year,as usual.The track was more than accommodating,and friendly,a nice change from US41.Need to get some more of that bar-be-que sauce.
gary

[Chris Cornett]

We will mark the calander as well.

[GS Shari]

There will be sauce.....

[blown455]

From what Loyd said, they will be more lenient this year about staying at the track. I don't know the details yet, still to come. And yes, what Tim said - at Osceola Track in Osceola, IN.

And thanks in advance for the sponsorship interest.....:)


Any updates on staying at the track??

Thanks,
Danie'

[GS Shari]

Yes Danie - you should have no problems staying there this year. We proved that we're good kids last year!

See ya there!

[blown455]

Yes Danie - you should have no problems staying there this year. We proved that we're good kids last year!

See ya there!

Count us in on being there then!!! :3gears:

[Roberta]

The Ramada Inn called me today to tell me the indoor pool would be out of commission for renovations, but who cares, as long as there is cold :beers2: out there somewhere!:Dou:

[GS Shari]

I personally was more concerned that the Bennigans was still open - having a bar on premises is a good thing! And yes, since they're a franchise, they're still open.

And for the swimmers - the outdoor pool will be open.

10 more days.....

[Roberta]

Cold :beers2: and great Buick friends in air conditioned comfort after a hard day of awesome Buick racing, what more can one ask for? See ya soon!
But not soon enough, I need another break from work! So do all of you!:Dou: :beers2: :beers2:

[blown455]

SAT, is the only buick only day, correct? can I bring a blown malibu with and will he be able to make time shots? how crowded does their summit points series make sunday usually. will both of us be able to do time shots on sunday? how late does track race fri, sat, are there showers on site? can we leave track and get back in after hours?

[Smartin]

This sounds like a fun event...I wish I hadn't blown up at Columbus :(

[jamhdit]

Is Anyone From Chicago Area Going?

[blown455]

yes, many people from chicagoland

[Bobb Makley]

Danie last year they locked you in. We had some friends stay at the track in a motor home but they may allow you out this year I'm not sure. I don't remember showers at the track but maybe there is. Hell just buy a toter and you will be all set. I don't think sundays was to backed and I would bet they will make some arrangements to get you guy's track time it would make for a good show. They don't have anything really fast there, they were making a big deal out of my car so I bet they will surely get you track time.

[Old Pueblo]

Is Anyone From Chicago Area Going?

And at least one Buick nut from Tucson, Arizona. :bglasses:

[65badcat]

What is the cost to watch? I am coming from Alabama, actaully attending the Woodward Dream cruise at the moment. Brought up my "beater" :Brow: for the event. Not one of the buicks though :Dou:

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

*DO NOT QUOTE ME*

I'm taking this from last years program, I'm assuming (don't go there) it will go about the same way. Loyd and or Shari will correct me.

Fri., Sat. & Sun Car/Driver $85.00
Fri. Car/Driver $20.00
Sat. Car/Driver $35.00
Sun. Car/Driver $40.00

Spectator Fri. $7.00
Sat. & Sun. $10.00
Kids under age 6 Free
Kids age 6 -11 $4.00

Friday- Gates open 4:00 ish T&T all makes all models. Not sure how late they run.
7:00pm Cruise to.....

Saturday,
8:00am ~ Gates open
8:00am ~12:00pm ~ Car Show - Sponsored by the INGSCA
9:00am ~ Test & Tune/Time Trials begin
9:30am ~ BCO/Quick 16 Qualifying Round 1
9:45am ~ TSM/TSO Qualifying Round 1
10:00am ~ Dial-In for Dollars Race (anyone can participate)
10:30am ~ BCO/Quick 16 Qualifying Round 2
10:45am ~ TSM/TSO Qualifying Round 2
11:30am ~ TSM Qualifying Round 3
12:00pm - 12:30pm ~ Car Show Awards Presentation
12:30pm ~ Drivers Meeting - Base of Tower
1:00pm ~ Eliminations Start
TSM ~~ Ladies Race ~~ BCO Race ~~ Quick 16 ~~ Gamblers Race
??pm ~ Run until Finished ~~ Time to Socialize.
6:00pm ~ Dinner for Sponsors and Volunteers

Sunday,
8:00am ~ Gates open
9:00am ~ Time Trials/ Test & Tune Begin
9:30am ~ TSO Qualifying Round 3
11:00am ~ TSO Qualifying Round 4
12:00 - 12:30pm ~ Track Closed - Preparation
12:30pm ~ Drivers Meeting - Base of Tower
1:30pm ~ Eliminations Begin

Again please do not take this as the schedule...this is last years. Loyd & Crew may need to change stuff up, but it gives everyone a basic idea until the real one is set into stone.

Hope it helps some.

Beth

jamhdit... As in Chicago proper? We are in Skokie, headed down Thursday night.

Adam... you don't have to bring a Buick... we'll let you in anyway.

[Smartin]

Thanks for the invite, but when I blew my engine, I blew a hole in my wallet, too.

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

I understand :(


Beth

[GS Shari]

SAT, is the only buick only day, correct? can I bring a blown malibu with and will he be able to make time shots? how crowded does their summit points series make sunday usually.

Hi - yes, Saturday is the only Buick only day. I don't see why you can't bring the mailbu with - should not be a problem. We don't know how crowded they normally are - last year was our first year with them, and both US 41 and a track in Michigan were having issues, so a lot of their racers were at Osceola. I know US 41 is running, and I believe the other track is running as well, so we'll have to play it by ear. We also had a wet track to dry in the morning, so we ended up combining with their program on Sunday. Hopefully this year we will have our own lanes and racing on Sunday.

They tore down and re-built the bathrooms over the winter, and I'm not sure about showers. I have a question about it on turbobuick.com

Regarding leaving the track after hours and coming back in, it was not allowed last year for security purposes. I'm assuming the same thing for this year, but you can ask when you come in.

We've not put together the formal program yet, like Beth said. Still have to talk to the track owner and see what's what. Thanks for posting last year's, Beth - it may be the same, just not sure yet. If there are major changes, we'll post them as soon as we find out.

Hope to see some more Buick Thunder there - sounds like a lot of the turbo guys will be in attendance!

[GS Shari]

Thanks for the invite, but when I blew my engine, I blew a hole in my wallet, too.

Totally understand, Adam - maybe next year....

[65badcat]

So, just to confirm, Friday starts at 7 PM?

[GS Shari]

August 22, 23 and 24, 2008
Osceola Dragway; Osceola, IN

Hi – here are a few of the things we have planned for the eleventh Midwest Buick Challenge:

Friday night – those who want to race can go to Osceola Dragway and join in with the track’s regular program. The Track opens at 4:00 pm, and holds Test and Tune. Or - For those who want to cruise, you can join us anytime after 6:00 m at the Simonton Lake Drive Inn for a cruise night! Simonton Lake Drive Inn is located at 51602 State Road 19, Elkhart, IN. There is plenty of parking, good eats, good music and great Buicks! Please bring a chair so you can sit and visit. This is located about 1 mile north of the hotels & I-80.

Saturday – Osceola Dragway opens at 8:00 am. We have the track to ourselves – so we can test and tune all day, until 5:00 pm.
There is going to be a car show, tentatively from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. Racing events we are trying include:
Gamblers race Alcohol Race Ladies Race BCO Dial-In for dollars
TSM and TSO - so we’ll be seeing some fast and pretty cars!

Sunday - is the bracket racing, along with the track’s regular program. There will be Quick 16; plus bracket 1 (faster than 12.49) and 2 (12.50 and over) racing. The track opens at 8:00 am this day, as well with Time Trials to start at 9:00 am. Eliminations are to start at 1:00 pm. Racing runs until we’re done!
Pricing Racing for Friday only is $20; Saturday only is $35 and Sunday only is $40. Spectators pay $7 on Friday, and $10 on Saturday or Sunday. Kids 6-11 are $4 all days, and under 6 are free.
Hotel Information:
The Ramada Inn 3011 Belvedere RoadElkhart, IN 46514574-262-1581Please ask for Group Type Code SMERF, listed as Chicagoland Buick at Osceola Dragway. The Ramada has both an indoor and an outdoor pool, and a Benigan's attached to it. Red Roof Inn2902 Cassopolis StreetElkhart, IN 46514local # 574-262-3691Group # B018000657. You must call 1-800-874-9000 Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST to reserve these rooms. Double Occupancy - $64.99, Triple Occupancy - $69.99, Quad Occupancy - $74.99
There is trailer parking at the Ramada, not at the Red Roof. Both hotels are off I-80/I-90 exit #92, State Road #19.


Please help us spread the word this will be our second year for the revitalized Midwest Buick Challenge. Please plan on spending the weekend with us. The track is located just on the other side of South Bend.

Volunteers
Yup, we need them, and badly! We always need help with the tent, car show, racing, directing traffic, etc. If you do volunteer, we’re prepared to buy you dinner Saturday night at a place in Elkhart that we have set up. This dinner is for volunteers, sponsors and track personnel. So please let us know if you can help out!

Please thank the following sponsors who have committed to support the Midwest Buick Challenge. When ordering your parts or services thank them for their support.

Gold Sponsors
· Precision Turbo & Engineering Hebron, IN 219-996-7832
· HRPartsNstuff Atwater OH 330-947-2433
Silver Sponsors:
· Automotive Machine & Performance Philpot, KY 270-729-5556
· Champion Racing Heads Palm Coast, FL 386-446-4488
· Cotton Performance Agawam, MA 413-789-0531
· Finish Line Motorsports Freeport, MI 616-765-5101
· Full Throttle Speed & Style Fraser, MI 586-294-4404
· Jimmy's Transmissions Mundelein, IL 847-949-7507
· Rally Insurance Group Elmhurst, IL 800-801-1823
· World Of Motorworks (ZDDP) Hoffman Estates, IL 847-431-8582
· Caspers Electronics Mundelein, IL 847-247-0484
Bronze Sponsors:
· A Alert Auto Service Chicago, IL 773-384-9000
· Mike Grippo - M&M Auto Appraisers Henderson, NV 702-568-5120
· Sauce King of Chicago Chicago, IL 630-228-0591
· Pro-Trac Turbo Specialties Elwood IL 815-723-2530
· Tim's Janitorial Tucson, AZ 520-370-4067
Poston's Atmore, AL 800-635-9781

If you have suggestions for additional sponsors, please let us know.

[Roberta]

I'll help, whatever you need, let me know! Have to return the favor of your help at Buick Race Day!:beer

[GS Shari]

Did I hear a volunteer for a beer run?


Roberta :I'll help, whatever you need, let me know! Have to return the favor of your help at Buick Race Day!

:beer :beer

[Roberta]

If that all you want me to do, I'll can and will do it! What kind do you want?? Bottles or Cans, Cans work better on the 'mystical beer bush' tho!

[GS Shari]

We'll talk there.....:TU:

[Bobb Makley]

I have a friend that helps me out that has his daughter in a JR. and I was wondering if they can come down and make passes. She just learning and needs seat time. I thought I would ask and see what you all thought.

[65badcat]

I'll help if I can. I will be coming to watch only. Had to leave the beast at home in favor of another get together the following week, but wanted to see this event. Let me know what I can do.

Mike

[GS Shari]

Bobb, I'm sorry but we had to tell one of our club members - Saturday is Buick or Buick powered only. If they want to Friday night or Sunday with the track's regular test and tune, sure.

Sorry about that.

Take care,

Shari

[Bobb Makley]

no problem I said something to him and said I would ask I know car counts have been low this year at alot of events and thought it would be good in two ways she could get seat time and the event would get another entry.I'll let him know I think he said if that didn't work out he was going to go to martin with the family and run there they have a weekend braket race. just doesn't get alot of seat time there. See you in a couple of days.

[blown455]

Hey Shari,
I thought you said we could bring our buddy with the Mailu and he could race on saturday. After reading your reply to Bobb it sounds like he won't be able to race on saturday. That is fine either way but I'm sure he won't come now. I don't know how anyone else feels but in my eyes it's another paying car that helps cover the cost. He knows he can't take part in eliminations, he just wants some seat time.



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Hi - yes, Saturday is the only Buick only day. I don't see why you can't bring the mailbu with - should not be a problem. We don't know how crowded they normally are - last year was our first year with them, and both US 41 and a track in Michigan were having issues, so a lot of their racers were at Osceola.

Danie'

[GS Shari]

I'm sorry - I guess I'm getting more blonde every day. I totally forgot about your friend, and Loyd made the decision today about our other club member.

I promise we'll be better organized next year.....

[65badcat]

Is everybody planning on being there at the race track Friday or is there any kind of dinner planned for Friday for everybody to get together?

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Some may go to the track, but we also have this Cruise to Simonton Lake Drive In set up for Friday night. We will show up anytime after 6:00.
There is plenty of parking, good eats, good music and great Buicks!
Please bring a chair so that you can sit and visit.

Simonton Lake Drive In
51602 State Road 19
Elkhart, IN

This is located straight north about a mile from the hotels.

Beth

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Nice time had by all

[Buick Dave]

I second that, am glad i went, you guys all done good.


:beer

[HOOSIER67]

Even though I only got there saturday morning, it was a great time! Always a great event! BTW, nice pics Beth. Any more to share?

Rob

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

Yes there are Rob, I'll start a different thread with them.
You can also look at some here...
http://chicagolandbuick.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=2026

Beth

[HOOSIER67]

Great! Some very nice pics indeed! Thanks for the link. 393 pics? that might take a while to post. Did you trip the shutter on me and the ole '67 by chance?

Rob

[Dana/Beth Andrews]

I'll search for ya Rob.
I knew I should have brought the camera while I was working the lanes.:Dou:

Beth

[HOOSIER67]

Thanks Beth!!:beer

[Topcat]

EXCELLENT PICTURES ! :TU: :TU: Great event !!! :pp

Thanks.... Dana and Beth !

Peace WildBill