> Hey Ed,
>
> Wisconsin taxes are bad enough, that hasn't scared me away but the tolls sure
are a PITA :).? My friend planning our tourney just figured out the date this
past week....but I intend to be at the NMCOA in June so hopefully I see alot of
you guys there at least. Glad to hear about your new home and that the Monte is
still in the plans too.
>
> Paul B
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> Sent: Mon, 18 May 2009 12:16 pm
>
> I think you are just scared of all the Illinois taxes, tolls, etc :) Kidding
of course. Sorry to hear you can't make it, there's always next year! Or, if
Cort can find a way to sabotage your tournament. :)
> -Ed



LOL!  Don't put it past me ... I could figure out a way or two ;).  he he he

But, I agree, Paul ... tolls ARE a PITA ... and I try to avoid them AT ALL
COSTS.... he he.  Irony rocks ;).



**** EVENT RECAP ****

The MidSummer Chitown Gathering #2 ... a FAMILY EVENT ... is about a MONTH away!
Are you planning to JOIN US?


Contact me via...

...Email:
faithcubsmc2691
@
aol.com

...or call:
my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....




**** DATE & TIME ****

SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p


If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:
Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p


RAIN OR SHINE




**** SATURDAY LOCATION ****

STEAK'n'SHAKE
290 S RANDALL RD
ELGIN  IL 60123
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/

This is...
...N of I-88, IL RT 64
...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72
...E of I-39, IL RT 47
...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25
...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange




**** COSTS ****

100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering


GAS


LODGING (if needed, see next section)


FOOD

...KUDOS to Steak'n'Shake.  Like last year, I spoke with the manager, who will
provide $1 OFF COUPONS!  We are also encouraged to try the "4 under $4" meals,
or these options:
http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp




**** LODGING ****

PLEASE NOTE:
I have NOT blocked any rooms with any hotel.  IF people are interested in an
overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will see about
blocking rooms...but PLEASE TELL ME NOW!


CAMPING:
Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...
http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp
...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more info,
please call 630-444-1200.


HOTELS/MOTELS:

Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn &
Suites, N of I-90 along Randall Rd:
http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html

To Steak'n'Shake:
South on Randall Rd
Cross over IL RT 20
Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is


These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:
http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html
(NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:
http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html

Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:
http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html

To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:
South on IL RT 31
Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd
Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd
Cross over IL RT 20
Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is




**** FUNDRAISERS ****

If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit
organizations...

...The Lincoln Highway Association:
http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/

...US Route 20:
http://www.usroute20.com/




**** THE ROADIES! ****

In the late afternoon, starting between ~3p and 5:30p, those who wish will take
a drive around the area.  The route, a "ruralesque" drive along some roads I
drive my older 4 Monte Carlos regularly, is subject to change should road
"construction" (term used loosely, of course) necessitate a change.  The current
configuration (below) is ~50 miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.


From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD

Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD

Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD

Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD

Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD

Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD

Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD

Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD

Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD

Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD

Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD

Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:
http://www.usroute20.com
...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3 routes
combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47

Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

Return to Steak'n'Shake




**** THE PEOPLE ****

This gathering is more about the people than what you drive.  And, it IS a
FAMILY event ... so please treat it and act accordingly.  As far as I know,
those listed below will join us ... how about YOU??!!


Bill and Mary (Illinois Monte Carlo Owners Yahoo Group, IL MCs)

Ed and family (IL MCs)

Grant (IL MCs)

Jason/Brenda (IL MCs)

woa_its_s00ls (The Chicago Garage, CHCG)

Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)

KOR3AN (CHCG)

Bahama Dan (ChevyTalk.org, CT)

Chad (CT)

Andreas (First Gen Monte Carlo Club, FGMCC)

Larry (FGMCC)

pearl83SS (4th gen Monte Carlo SS, MCSS)

carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)

hoseman285 (MCSS)

BADD T (MCSS)

86LT1SS (MCSS)

Chevyman540 (MCSS)

217ss (MCSS)

Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)

Chris (National Monte Carlo Owners Association, NMCOA)

Jake (NMCOA)

tunerlover3 (MyMonte, 5th gen, MM)

blackstone (MM)

Monte Z34 (MM)

Dante (MM)

Rich17 (MM)

Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)

Brian (2000montecarlo, 2KMC)

Chitown Chevy (2KMC)

Paul1965 (2KMC)

silverbullet (2KMC)

RocknSS04 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)

AwsomeSS (Monte Carlo Forum, MCF)

Adam (MCF)

red03ssmonte (MCF)

04 Bullit (MCF)

69nova (GM Inside News, GMI)

turbov6camaro (Full Throttle V6, FTV6)

Ret.CFD (FTV6)

Vundabar (FTV6)

jrg87 (FTV6)


Other boards/groups invited, but no attendees (thus far, to my knowledge)
include:
2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
Monte Millennium Generations
WickedMontes
MI MC Group
MC Mailing List
El Camino ML
Cheers & Gears
TriplePlate
CarNuts.us
RaceFansGarage




**** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that record in
2009?

Pictures...
...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:
http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498

...taken by MMG's Andrea:
http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\
S

...taken by RocknSS04:
http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%207\
-26-08/

...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:
http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0


10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

Pictures...
...taken by MCF's Adam:
http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20

...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:
http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1




__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09
__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
__9897__"It's the simple things in life" ... Kid Rock ... 'All Summer Long'

*** ITINERARY/DETAILS UPDATE ***

Changes to the CURRENT ITINERARY (posted in early March) are taking place.

In the NEXT UPDATE (a month or so from now), I will post a REVISED ITINERARY
which will incorporate the links and list of places to visit I have noted in the
last update and below in this update.  I also hope to have a few more details
ironed out/in process.



In the meantime, more notes....

1 ... Even if you are just THINKING about joining us for any part of this,
PLEASE ADVISE ME...NOW!  I am hoping to secure more sponsors and, perhaps, some
blocks of rooms and restaurant reservations along the way.


2 ... I've continued to contact Route 66 businesses and associations to discuss
possibilities/details and have received welcoming replies thus far.  I look
forward to more feedback and plans being made as I continue to make contacts in
the next month or so....


3 ... To continue the list of visits to places, etc., that I started in the last
update, "highlights" for additional contacts I've made thus far since that last
update include:

http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/franklin_grove-RF.jpg

http://www.ariston-cafe.com/

http://www.americascave.com/lodging.php

http://www.pinecountryrestaurant.com/

http://www.sandiapeak.com/index.php?page=tramway

http://www.johnnyrebs.com/victorville_map.htm

...Lincolnway Cafe (IL)
...Route 66 Museum (Elk City OK)
...Sand Hills Curiosity Shop (OK)
...Hualapai Lodge/Diamond Creek Restaurant (AZ)


4 ... I still have many plans to finalize.  This includes the Saturday,
September 5, stop in Springfield IL; COZY DOG will NOT be open that evening.  I
am currently attempting to find a new location to meet, perhaps Homestyle
Cafe....


Other parts of the trip and visits to be reviewed/scheduled/finalized
include....

...Ted Drewes (MO)

...Guthrie/Beacon Drive-In Theater (OK)

...Route 66 Museum (Santa Rosa NM)
http://www.route66automuseum.com/

...Snow Cap (Seligman AZ)

...BREAKFAST places along the way:
Sun, Sep 6/Springfield IL;
Mon, Sep 7/Stanton MO;
Wed, Sep 9/Oklahoma City OK;
Thu, Sep 10/Amarillo TX;
Fri, Sep 11/Moriarty NM;
Sat, Sep 12/Gallup NM;
Sun, Sep 13/Holbrook AZ;
Tue, Sep 15/Kingman AZ;
Wed, Sep 16/Barstow CA

...LUNCH places along the way:
Mon, Sep 7;
Tue, Sep 8;
Wed, Sep 9/Elk City OK;
Thu, Sep 10;
Fri, Sep 11/Albuquerque NM;
Sat, Sep 12;
Tue, Sep 15/Topock AZ;
Wed, Sep 16/Barstow CA

...DINNER places along the way:
Sun, Sep 6/St Louis MO;
Mon, Sep 7/Springfield MO;
Fri, Sep 11/Gallup NM;
Sat, Sep 12/Holbrook AZ;
Sun, Sep 13/Flagstaff AZ;
Tue, Sep 15

...LODGING along the way:
Sat, Sep 5/Springfield IL;
Mon, Sep 7/Joplin MO;
Tue, Sep 8/Oklahoma City OK;
Wed, Sep 9/Amarillo TX;
Thu, Sep 10/Moriarty NM;
Fri, Sep 11/Gallup NM;
Sun, Sep 13/Flagstaff AZ;
Mon, Sep 14/Kingman AZ;
Tue, Sep 15/Barstow CA;
Wed, Sep 16/Victorville CA



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown
#2 = 07/25/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"Can you make folks feel what you feel inside?" ... David Allen Coe ... 'The
Ride'


>
> **UPDATE**
>
> My MAJOR 2009 road trip is ~4 MONTHS away!
>
>
> REMEMBER ... I need to know if you are even thinking of joining us, so I can
plan accordingly.  Please post here...
>
> ...or Email me:
> faithcubsmc2691
> @
> aol.com
>
> ...or call:
> my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....
>
>
>
>
> KUDOS...TO NEW SPONSORS!
>
> ... BECKY'S BARN (IL) will sponsor a giveaway.  Details later.  Check out her
website:
> http://www.beckysbarn.com/
>
> ... the NATIONAL MONTE CARLO OWNERS ASSOCIATION, whose MC Nationals will be in
Collinsville IL (STL area), June 26-28, 2009.  Participating dues-paying NMCOA
members will receive a gift certificate or gift card.  The NMOCA pledges up to
$150!
>
>
>
>
> ITINERARY/DETAILS...IN THE "IRONING OUT" STAGE!
>
> ... The CURRENT ITINERARY is the one posted (above) in early March.  However,
given the "fine tuning" of details, changes WILL be made.  I'll post a "final"
itinerary closer to September, but for those thinking/planning to join OR meet
us somewhere along the way, it will not be far from what it is now....  Course,
I expect the "spontaneous experiences" along the road will alter the itinerary
as we drive....
>
>
> ... I've started contacting Route 66 businesses and Associations to discuss
possibilities/details and have received wonderful responses.  I look forward to
further replies and information.  "Highlights" and websites related to these
conversations include:
>
> http://www.ratfinkgarage.com/
>
> http://www.henrysroute66.com/
>
> http://www.il66authority.com/
>
> http://www.missouri66.org/
>
> http://www.meteorcrater.com/index.php
>
> Lodging/meal options along the way (details later)
>
> Visits to places already on the itinerary, including...
> ...Lincoln Highway HQ/Lincolnway Cafe (IL)
> ...Becky's Barn (IL)
> ...Henry's Ra66it Ranch (IL)
> ...Cafe on the Route (KS)
> ...Afton Station (OK)
> ...POPS (OK)
> ...Phillips 66 Station (TX)
> ...Wigwam Motel, overnight stay (AZ)
>
> Visits to places to be put on the itinerary, including...
> ...the Blue Swallow Motel, Tucumcari NM
> http://blueswallowmotel.com/
>
> ...and a tour of the California Route 66 Museum (Victorville), right before
the ending dinner (which will push the dinner back to about 5:30p or 6p, instead
of starting at the current itinerary time of 4:30p)....
> http://www.califrt66museum.org/
>
>
>
> So...will YOU join or meet up with us somewhere along the Route?
>
>
>
>
> __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09
> __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> __9897__"What if that road is a beautiful slow drive?" ... Melissa Lawson ...
'What If It All Goes Right?'
>
>
>
> >
> > **** AFTER THE DRIVE ****
> >
> > If any of you thinking about joining this are wondering how you'll get your
vehicle back home, I may have a solution.
> >
> > A cousin of mine works for All Wheels Recovery ... and has told me that he
can haul cars back from California in September.  If you are interested in this,
please let me know ASAP....
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** RADIO STATIONS ****
> >
> > I've been thinking it might be cool to tell classic rock and classic country
radio stations along the way about this ... to see if they'd want to come out
when we are in their area....  I just need to find out and contact stations
along the way....
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** PLACES TO BE CONTACTED ****
> >
> > This is why I need you to let me know you are thinking about joining this,
even if you aren't sure at this point if you will or not.  In planning this, the
following places (as well as hotels/motels for places to stay and restaurants
for meals along the way) will need to be contacted.....
> >
> > IHOP or Steak'n'Shake, Elgin IL
> >
> > LH Association Headquarters, Dixon IL
> >
> > Cozy Dog, Springfield IL
> >
> > Becky's Barn, south of Springfield
> >
> > Ariston Cafe and JoBetts, Litchfield IL
> >
> > Henrys Ra66it Ranch
> >
> > Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, St Louis MO
> >
> > Meramec Caverns MO
> >
> > Cafe on the Route, Baxter Springs KS
> >
> > Foyil OK, Portland Cement concrete paving
> >
> > Afton OK Station
> >
> > POPS and the Round Barn, Arcadia OK
> >
> > Drive-in theater, Guthrie OK, "Cars" movie
> >
> > National Rt 66 Museum, Elk City OK
> >
> > Sandhills Curiosity Shop, Erick OK
> >
> > U Drop Inn, Shamrock TX
> >
> > Phillips 66 Station, McClean TX
> >
> > Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo TX
> >
> > Route 66 Auto Museum, Santa Rosa NM
> >
> > Rip Griffin Truck stop, Moriarty NM
> >
> > Sandia Peak Tramway, Albuquerque NM
> >
> > Petrified Forest/Painted Desert AZ
> >
> > Wigwam Motel, place to stay
> >
> > LaPosada Hotel
> >
> > Meteor Crater Visitor Center
> >
> > Pine Country Restaurant, Williams AZ
> >
> > Snow Cap, Seligman AZ
> >
> > Hualapai Lodge, Peach Springs AZ
> >
> > Barstow Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum, visit 10a-3p with break for lunch,
HAVE to call to arrange a visit
> >
> >
> >
> > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > "My heart is like an open highway" ... BonJovi ... 'It's My Life'
> >
> >
> > > **** UPDATE! ****
> > >
> > > The NEWLY-REVISED SCHEDULE is below ... please review it.
> > >
> > >
> > > Will YOU join us?  Even if you are just THINKING about driving the entire
trip or meeting us at one spot along the way or traveling with us part of the
way, please let me know ASAP.  I need to know so I can plan accordingly with
attractions along the way, restaurants, places to stay, etc.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** REVISED SCHEDULE ****
> > >
> > > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2009
> > >
> > > 8a-9a ... breakfast/kick-off gathering, IHOP _or_ Steak'n'Shake, Randall
Rd, Elgin IL ... just south of US RT 20 (TBD)
> > >
> > > 9a-11:30a ... travel Elgin IL - Dixon IL, via IL RT 31 - IL RT 38 (LINCOLN
HIGHWAY), ~75 miles ... passing the LH Association Headquarters, Franklin Grove
IL:
> > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ksgardenbee/2921023053/
> > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/franklin_grove-RF.jpg
> > >
> > > 11:30a-1:30p ... lunch, Dixon IL:
> > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/dixon_arch-LH.jpg
> > >
> > > 1:30p-6:30p ... travel Dixon IL - Springfield IL, ~180 miles
> > >
> > > 6:30p-9p ... dinner/gathering, Cozy Dog, Springfield IL:
> > > http://www.cozydogdrivein.com/
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 9a-10a ... travel Springfield IL - Auburn IL (Becky's Barn), ~20 miles
> > >
> > > 10a-11a ... visit, Becky's Barn
> > >
> > > 11a-12:30p ... travel Auburn IL - Litchfield IL, ~40 miles
> > >
> > > 12:30p-2:30p ... lunch, The Ariston Cafe:
> > > http://www.ariston-cafe.com/
> > > ...dessert at JoBetts, Litchfield IL...?
> > >
> > > 2:30p-5p ... travel Litchfield IL - St Louis MO, ~60 miles, including a
stop at Henrys Ra66it Ranch, Staunton IL
> > >
> > > 5p-7p ... Dinner/visit Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Chippewa Ave:
> > > http://www.teddrewes.com/Drewes.asp
> > >
> > > 7p-9:15p ... travel St Louis MO - Stanton MO, ~65 miles
> > >
> > > 9:30p ... stay at Meramec Caverns, a Route 66 icon:
> > > http://www.americascave.com/
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
> > >
> > > 8a-10a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 10a-5p ... travel Stanton MO - Springfield MO, ~160 miles [stop for lunch
along the way]
> > >
> > > 5p-7p ... dinner, Springfield MO
> > >
> > > 7p-9:30p ... travel Springfield MO - Joplin MO, ~75 miles
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2009
> > >
> > > 7:15a-8a ... travel Joplin MO - Baxter Springs KS, ~18 miles
> > >
> > > 8a-10a ... breakfast, Cafe on the Route, Baxter Springs KS:
> > > http://www.cafeontheroute.com/
> > >
> > > 10a-6p ... travel Baxter Springs KS - Oklahoma City OK, ~210 miles ...
including lunch/brief stops at Foyil OK (stretch of Portland Cement concrete
paving); Afton station, Afton OK:
> > > http://postcardsfromtheroad.net/afton.shtml
> > >
> > > ...and POPS and the Round Barn, Arcadia OK:
> > > http://www.pops66.com/
> > > http://www.arcadiaroundbarn.org/
> > >
> > > 6p-7p ... travel Oklahoma City OK - Guthrie OK, ~30 miles
> > >
> > > 7p-9p ... dinner and movie "Cars", drive-in movie theater
> > >
> > > 9p-10p ... travel Guthrie OK - Oklahoma City OK, ~30 miles
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2009
> > >
> > > 6a-8a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 8a-noon ... travel Oklahoma City OK - Elk City OK, ~115 miles
> > >
> > > noon-3p ... lunch/stop at the National RT 66 Museum, Elk City OK:
> > > http://www.nationalroute66.com/
> > >
> > > 3p-5p ... travel Elk City OK - Shamrock TX, ~55 miles ... including a stop
at Sandhills Curiosity Shop, Erick OK
> > >
> > > 5p-5:30p ... visit, U Drop Inn, Shamrock TX:
> > > http://oldgas.com/info/towerconoco.html
> > >
> > > 5:30p-6:30p ... travel Shamrock TX - McClean TX, ~20 miles
> > >
> > > 6:30p-7p ... visit, Phillips 66 Service Station, McClean TX
> > >
> > > 7p-9:30p ... travel McClean TX - Amarillo TX, ~75 miles
> > >
> > > 9:30p-10:30p ... dinner, Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo TX:
> > > http://www.bigtexan.com/
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 9a-3p ... travel Amarillo TX - Santa Rosa NM, ~175 miles ... including
lunch stop [time change]
> > >
> > > 3p-5p ... visit, Route 66 Auto Museum
> > >
> > > 5p-7:30p ... travel Santa Rosa NM - Moriarty NM, ~80 miles
> > >
> > > 7:30p-9:30p ... dinner, Rip Griffin Truck Stop, Moriarty NM
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 9a-10:30a ... travel Moriarty NM - Albuquerque NM, ~41 miles
> > >
> > > 10:30a-11:30a ... visit, Sandia Peak Tramway:
> > > http://www.sandiapeak.com/
> > >
> > > 11:30a-1:30p ... lunch
> > >
> > > 1:30p-3:30p ... travel Albuquerque NM - Acomita NM, ~60 miles
> > >
> > > 3:30p-4p ... visit, Acomita NM, the oldest continuously-inhabited
community in America
> > >
> > > 4p-7p ... travel Acomita NM - Gallup NM, ~85 miles ... including a stop at
the Continental Divide
> > >
> > > 7:30p-9p ... dinner, Gallup NM
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 9a-10:30a ... travel Gallup NM - Petrified Forest/Painted Desert Visitor
Center AZ, ~70 miles [time change]
> > >
> > > 10:30a-3:30p ... lunch/visit, Petrified Forest/Painted Desert:
> > >
http://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/petrified_forest/national_park.html
> > >
> > > 3:30p-4:30p ... travel Petrified Forest/Painted Desert AZ - Holbrook AZ,
~30 miles
> > >
> > > 4:30p-6:30p ... dinner, Holbrook AZ
> > >
> > > 7p ... stay at Wigwam Motel:
> > > http://www.galerie-kokopelli.com/wigwam/
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 9a-10:15a ... travel Holbrook AZ - Winslow AZ, ~35 miles
> > >
> > > 10:30a-1p ... visit, Cowboy "Standing On The Corner":
> > > http://www.standinonthecorner.com/
> > > http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/12603
> > >
> > > 1p-3p ... lunch, LaPosada Hotel:
> > > http://www.laposada.org/
> > >
> > > 3p-7p ... travel Winslow AZ to Flagstaff AZ, ~60 miles ... including stop
at Meteor Crater Visitor Center
> > >
> > > 7p-9p ... dinner, Flagstaff AZ
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-8:15a ... travel Flagstaff AZ - Williams AZ, ~35 miles
> > >
> > > 8:30a-10:30a ... breakfast, Pine Country Restaurant, Williams AZ
> > >
> > > 10:30a-11:30a ... travel Williams AZ - Ash Fork AZ, ~20 miles
> > >
> > > 11:30a ... at Crookton Rd exit in/near Ash Fork AZ start longest
uninterrupted stretch of RT 66 that goes to Topock AZ:
> > > http://www.legendsofamerica.com/AZ-AshforkSeligman.html
> > >
> > > 11:30a-12:30p ... travel Ash Fork AZ - Seligman AZ, ~25 miles
> > >
> > > 12:30p-3:30p ... visit and eat lunch, Snow Cap:
> > > http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/101
> > > http://www.route66giftshop.com/angel.html
> > >
> > > 3:30p - 5p ... travel Seligman AZ - Peach Springs AZ, ~40 miles
> > >
> > > 5p-7p ... dinner, Hualapai Lodge, Peach Springs AZ:
> > > http://www.destinationgrandcanyon.com/lodge.html
> > >
> > > 7p-9p ... travel Peach Springs AZ - Kingman AZ, ~55 miles
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
> > >
> > > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 9a-11a ... travel Kingman AZ - Topock AZ, ~50 miles ... through the Black
Mountains, a very scenic portion of RT 66:
> > > http://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/route_66/topock_kingman.html
> > >
> > > 11a-1p ... lunch, Topock AZ
> > >
> > > 1p-3p ... travel Topock AZ - Goffs CA, ~45 miles ... with gas stop in
Needles CA?
> > >
> > > 3p ... At Goffs CA, start the earliest alignment of Route 66, which swings
under I-40 and follows part of the National Trails Highway:
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Old_Trails_Highway
> > >
> > > 3p-9p ... travel Goffs CA - Essex CA - Amboy CA - Ludlow CA - Barstow CA,
~150 miles ... with some stops along the way, including dinner:
> > > http://www.roadtripamerica.com/places/goffs.htm
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essex,_California
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amboy,_California
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barstow,_California
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
> > >
> > > 8a-10a ... breakfast
> > >
> > > 10a-3p ... visit (lunch, too), Barstow Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum ...
HAS to be an ARRANGED VISIT:
> > > http://www.route66museum.org/
> > >
> > > 3p-4:15p ... travel Barstow CA - Victorville CA, ~35 miles
> > >
> > > 4:30p-7:30p ... ending dinner, Victorville CA
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...MidW Event = 04/04/09
> > > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > > "Every song, another scene" ... Dierks Bently ... 'Every Mile A Memory'
> > >
> > >
> > > > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****
> > > >
> > > > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 Cruising LH/Route 66, from
Illinois to California!
> > > > Specific details and some aspects need to be finalized, so watch for
updates....  We are ~9
> > > > MONTHS AWAY!  Word IS getting out about this!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__
is noted in my
> > > > signature below.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** DATES ****
> > > >
> > > > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
> > > >
> > > > Yes, the first weekend is Labor Day Weekend, a busy/eventful weekend. 
It isn't "perfect"
> > > > for me either (I usually wash/wax my car for the last time before
winter), but this would,
> > > > for most, be a 3-day weekend, good for 1 less vacation day from work
used for the trip....
> > > >
> > > > Still ... IMHO, this is a chance of a lifetime; I hope others agree and
join this "convoy"....
> > > >
> > > > I have previously posted a PROPOSED SCHEDULE, which I know will look
different than the
> > > > ACTUAL SCHEDULE.  Some places we will miss; others have been added. 
And, due to the
> > > > time changes, we will have an extra hour to drive from Amarillo TX to
Santa Rosa NM and
> > > > an extra hour to drive from Gallup NM to the Petrified Forest/Painted
Desert in AZ.  Watch
> > > > for more details of a REVISED SCHEDULE....
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** BACKGROUND ****
> > > >
> > > > This event developed from a suggestion by ChevyTalk's Bobs53PU...and,
because of my
> > > > own interest in Route 66, I ran with the idea.  Since the movie "Cars",
I've made a mental
> > > > note that "one day" I'd travel the basic path of Route 66, of which I
personally have not
> > > > driven much.  I was along it somewhat during my October 2004 road
trip...
> > > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/0410/0410.html
> > > >
> > > > ...and again a bit in Oklahoma City and through IL during my October
2006 trip:
> > > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/1106/1106.html
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Route 66 map:
> > > > http://www.nps.gov/history/rt66/map/map.htm
> > > >
> > > > Route 66 info:
> > > > http://www.historic66.com/
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > In researching Route 66, I've discovered other "old routes", including
the LINCOLN
> > > > HIGHWAY, US ROUTE 20, US ROUTE 2, and THE DIXIE HIGHWAY.  Maybe someday
I'll have
> > > > time to plan and actually travel the length of each of these, too....
> > > >
> > > > LH map:
> > > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/
> > > >
> > > > LH info:
> > > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > US RT 20:
> > > > http://www.usroute20.com/
> > > > ...which goes directly through my hometown of Elgin IL!  So, I drive
along it a lot each
> > > > week ... as well as when I use RT 20 to go to Rockford, Freeport and
Galena IL....
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > US RT 2:
> > > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Route_2
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > THE DH:
> > > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dixie_Highway
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** FUNDRAISERS ****
> > > >
> > > > These will be for non-profit organizations; details to be arranged.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > The Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project...
> > > > http://www.illinoisroute66.com/
> > > > ...is the beneficiary while we meet at the Cozy Dog (Springfield IL) and
The Ariston Cafe
> > > > (Litchfield IL).
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > The Adult Congenital Heart Association...
> > > > http://www.achaheart.org
> > > > ...is the beneficiary while we meet at the Cafe on the Route (Baxter
Springs KS), the Big
> > > > Texan Steak Ranch (Amarillo TX), the Wigwam Motel (Holbrook AZ); travel
the longest
> > > > uninterrupted stretch of RT 66 (Ash Fork AZ - Topock AZ); and visit (by
arrangement) the
> > > > Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum (Barstow CA).
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** SPONSORSHIPS ****
> > > >
> > > > This trip is expensive.  I hope to secure companies or groups as
"sponsors" of portions of
> > > > the trip (meals, hotels/motels, attractions, the "Cars" movie, gas
stops, etc.) to assist with
> > > > the costs and encourage more people to participate and more to donate to
the worthy
> > > > causes.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > KUDOS to the FIRST SPONSOR ... FIRST GENERATION MONTE CARLO CLUB!  Dues
paying
> > > > FGMCC members who participate in this event for more than 100 miles will
each receive a
> > > > $25 gas card.  In addition, the FGMCC will sponsor food for everyone at
one stop in IL, up
> > > > to $100.
> > > >
> > > > KUDOS also to ChevyTalk.org's Dee Dee for creating this banner:
> > > > http://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/showtopic.php?tid/203904/
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > If you have suggestions of a company(s) or group(s) that might consider
such a
> > > > contribution to this event, please advise me.  I have started contacting
groups and
> > > > businesses regarding sponsorships and assistance in the form of PRIZES
for TRIVIA
> > > > CONTESTS; I am awaiting replies....
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** THE PEOPLE ****
> > > >
> > > > None of my yearly road trips have taken me all the way to California or
welcomed people
> > > > to join me for part or all of the DRIVING portions of the trip; this one
will do BOTH...and
> > > > follow the path of "The Mother Road".
> > > >
> > > > This is for ALL ages and levels of interest in Route 66 to join this
"convoy" from Illinois to
> > > > California, for the entire trip ... or at any place along the way you
are able and want to
> > > > meet (for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or at an attraction we visit).  The
FOCUS is OLDER cars,
> > > > but ALL modes of transportation are welcome!  If you'd like to
participate and want to ride
> > > > with someone, please advise.  We'll see what we can do to assist in
making such
> > > > arrangements.
> > > >
> > > > I've posted invitations to these groups/clubs:
> > > > ValveReplacement
> > > > ACHAheart.org
> > > > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group
> > > > MI MC Group
> > > > NY MC Club
> > > > MC Mailing List
> > > > El Camino ML
> > > > GM Inside News
> > > > Cheers and Gears
> > > > 1st Gen MC Club
> > > > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
> > > > 3rd Gen MCs
> > > > 4th Gen MC SS
> > > > MyMonte, 5th gen
> > > > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen
> > > > National MC Owners Association
> > > > Monte Millennium Generations
> > > > MC Forum
> > > > MC City Revival
> > > > WickedMontes
> > > > ChevyTalk.org
> > > > TriplePlate
> > > > CarNuts.us
> > > > RaceFansGarage
> > > > FullThrottleV6
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Please invite others of which you are a member...but, please advise me
if anyone in your
> > > > group decides to participate.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING
about attending.  I
> > > > NEED AN IDEA OF HOW MANY PEOPLE MAY ATTEND THIS SO I CAN PLAN TIMES AND
> > > > PLACES AND EVENTS ACCORDINGLY....  The next update may include the first
edition of
> > > > the attendance list....
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** PLANNING ASSISTANTS ****
> > > >
> > > > To ensure this is a success, I need some help planning.  I'd like to
have at least 1 volunteer
> > > > in every state along the way to help arrange events, tours, shows, etc. 
Please contact me
> > > > via Email (faithcubsmc2691 @ aol . com) if you are willing to help....
> > > >
> > > > Missouri ... ?
> > > >
> > > > Kansas ... ?
> > > >
> > > > Oklahoma ... ChevyTalk's Dee Gee and Bobs53PU
> > > >
> > > > Texas ... ?
> > > >
> > > > New Mexico ... ?
> > > >
> > > > Arizona ... ChevyTalk's hinckley, who will help in various aspects of
the planning....
> > > >
> > > > California ... 2000montecarlo.net's juliochango
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig
valve.pacemaker
> > > > [b]...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09[/b]
> > > > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > > > __9897__"Windows open on the rest of the world" ... Suzy Bogguss ...
'Drive South'
>

Need links to view in your "spare time"?  Try these...enjoy!


Animated ... spotting a Monte Carlo:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qbz12dcoF8&feature=related

Animated ... Like A Rock:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBQkAsNeGFg&feature=related

Animated ... Mustang:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5Nazfuw808&feature=related

Animated ... Cars of the 50s:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkalkNaPs0s&feature=related

Animated ... Dukes of Hazzard:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHRllAalsyY&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v06LFHmV1yE&feature=related

Animated ... Knight Rider:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZquMKoDK18&feature=related


Wish this was closer to me ... Miniature Wonderland:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN_oDdGmKyA&feature=player_embedded


Legoland, Schaumburg IL, pics:
http://www.valvereplacement.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30464



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 =
Sept 5-16, '09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"You ride the waves and don't ask where they go" ... Primitive Radio Gods ...
'Standing Outside A Broken Phone Booth With Money In My Hand'

I posted back in March about a possible surgery to repair an incisional hernia
(above my belly button) that developed from my 2003 open heart surgery and made
itself known in September 2008 at the NMCOA Mini Meet in Stillman Valley IL and
then even more so in mid-February 2009.  In March, I had decided to NOT get it
repaired, since it was, according to the surgeon, small.  However ... as some of
you know ... that hernia had started to act up a bit more regularly the last few
months (once, while I was visiting friends in Freeport IL in April) ... and with
"car" and "road trip" season here, I decided enough was enough.

So, Thursday, May 28, 2009, the incisional hernia was repaired.  I wasn't able
to drive until the following Monday, which meant I missed out on a GORGEOUS
weekend of driving my older 4 Monte Carlos.  The following weekend (first
weekend of June) was rainy, of course, so didn't get them out for the first time
that weekend either....  Ah, well ... plenty of time left in the year...right?


My 6-month cardiology checkup 2 weeks later (Thursday, June 11) went well. 
Everything looks good; though, the pacemaker lifespan is now at ~5 years.  The
appointments were quick with the pacemaker clinic and my cardiologist, and I was
back home by about 3:30p, after leaving home about 9:30a.  BUT, my next
appointment won't be so quick.  Tuesday, December 15, I will have a stress echo
(ugh), along with the pacemaker check and visit with my cardiologist....

Until then ... lots to do in the next few months!



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown
#2 = 07/25/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"Can we stop this time or must we go again?" ... TG Sheppard ... 'Finally'

*grins*

You KNOW I'll be there!!!!  That is, with or without Monte Carlo(s). My __cell
ph#__ is in my signature, if you want to contact me during the event....


I know of a couple people in IL and the STL area that will not be there ... for
whatever reason.  I don't know ... I just find that sad, I guess.  *shrugs*


Those photos are always a blast.  I remember we did one in the rain, with JMD
there.  That was the year he hoisted my sister onto  his shoulders so she could
get some better pics.  We put the cars in a V-formation in a parking lot near
the hotel, as I recall ... and it DOWNPOURED while we took pics... he he.  Then,
in 2003, I SLEPT through the group picture ... that was the year I had the open
heart surgery in January.....  Ah, memories!


BTW ... a little ironic ... that same weekend (June 26-28), an hour north of
where we will be, the 6th Annual Cruisin' Route 66 Classic Car Festival in
Litchfield IL will feature, among other things, NASCAR displaying 2 NASCARS,
including Dale Earnhardt Sr's 1988 GM Goodwrench Monte Carlo.....



__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09
__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
__9897__"It's a freedom that we all want to know" ... Restless Heart ...
'Wheels'


--- In imcog@yahoogroups.com, tadowpaul@... wrote:
>
> I also plan to be there.  I'm down for the group photo whenever/wherever. 
>
> Paul B.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Randy Wells <rtwells@...>
> To: imcog@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:07 am
> Subject: [imcog] Re: NMCOA Convention - Monte Carlo Nationals, 6/26/2009,
12:00 am
>
>
> I am planning on attending and would love to get another group photo shoot
like we did in 05. Just wondering who else will be in attendance and would like
to get together?
>
> Thanks
>
> Randy
>
> >
> > NMCOA Convention - Monte Carlo Nationals
> > Friday June 26, 2009
> > All Day
> > (This event repeats every day until Sunday June 28, 2009.)
> > (The next reminder for this event will be sent in 6 days, 23 hours, 56
minutes.)
> > Location: Collinsville, IL
> >
> > Notes:
> > www.montecarloclub.com
> >
> >
> > All Rights Reserved
> > Copyright © 2009
> > Yahoo! Inc.
> > http://www.yahoo.com
> >
> > Privacy Policy:
> > http://privacy.yahoo.com/privacy/us
> >
> > Terms of Service:
> > http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/

I am planning on attending and would love to get another group photo shoot like
we did in 05.  Just wondering who else will be in attendance and would like to
get together?

Thanks

Randy


>
> NMCOA Convention - Monte Carlo Nationals
> Friday June 26, 2009
> All Day
> (This event repeats every day until Sunday June 28, 2009.)
> (The next reminder for this event will be sent in 6 days, 23 hours, 56
minutes.)
> Location: Collinsville, IL
>
> Notes:
> www.montecarloclub.com
>
>
> All Rights Reserved
>  Copyright © 2009
>  Yahoo! Inc.
>  http://www.yahoo.com
>
> Privacy Policy:
>  http://privacy.yahoo.com/privacy/us
>
> Terms of Service:
>  http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
>

I think you are just scared of all the Illinois taxes, tolls, etc :)  Kidding of
course.  Sorry to hear you can't make it, there's always next year!  Or, if Cort
can find a way to sabotage your tournament. :)
-Ed


--- In imcog@yahoogroups.com, tadowpaul@... wrote:
>
>
> I again will have to miss this years event as our annual baseball tournament
(only the 2nd year)?is planned for the same weekend again, just like last year
:(? I really was planning to go to this, but the baseball games will be pretty
much all day?Saturday and also into Sunday.? If anything changes or our
tournament falls through I will let you know.
>
>
> Paul B.

Hey Paul,

I wondered if you would have the baseball tournament again this year.  I was
hoping you wouldn't, but I completely understand!  I miss a few things on
Tuesday Friday nights ... because I enjoy watching my bro-in-law's and Dad's
softball teams play!

I'd say I hope things change, but that sounds bad ... he he.


> I again will have to miss this years event as our annual baseball tournament
(only the 2nd year)?is planned for the same weekend again, just like last year
:(? I really was planning to go to this, but the baseball games will be pretty
much all day?Saturday and also into Sunday.? If anything changes or our
tournament falls through I will let you know.
>
>
> Paul B.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Cort <faithcubs_montecarlo5@...>
> Sent: Thu, 14 May 2009 1:56 am
>
> This is ~2 MONTHS away! For details, please see my previous posts....
>
> If you are driving from a distance and need overnight lodging, PLEASE ADVISE
ME ASAP! I will set up a block of rooms....
>
> You can post here...
>
> ...or Email me:
> faithcubsmc2691
> @
> aol.com
>
> ...or call:
> my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....
>
> **** THE PEOPLE ... revised ****
>
> This gathering is more about the people than what you drive. As far as I know,
those listed below plan to join us in July. Will YOU??!!
>
> Bill and Mary (IL MCs)
>
> Ed and family (IL MCs)
>
> Grant (IL MCs)
>
> Jason/Brenda (IL MCs)
>
> woa_its_s00ls (CHCG)
>
> Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)
>
> Bahama Dan (CT)
>
> Andreas (FGMCC)
>
> carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)
>
> pearl83SS (MCSS)
>
> hoseman285 (MCSS)
>
> BADD T (MCSS)
>
> 86LT1SS (MCSS)
>
> Chevyman540 (MCSS)
>
> 217ss (MCSS)
>
> Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)
>
> Chris (NMCOA)
>
> Jake (NMCOA)
>
> mrclean (MM)
>
> tunerlover3 (MM)
>
> blackstone (MM)
>
> Monte Z34 (MM)
>
> Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)
>
> Brian (2KMC)
>
> Chitown Chevy (2KMC)
>
> RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)
>
> AwsomeSS (MCF)
>
> Adam (MCF)
>
> red03ssmonte (MCF)
>
> 04 Bullit (MCF)
>
> Chad (CT)
>
> 69nova (GMI)
>
> turbov6camaro (FTV6)
>
> Ret.CFD (FTV6)
>
> Vundabar (FTV6)
>
> jrg87 (FTV6)
>
> __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09
> __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> __9897__"I'm not the only person with these things in mind" ... Linkin Park
... 'Somewhere I Belong'
>
> >
> > **** THE PEOPLE ****
> >
> > To my knowledge, these people plan to join us in July. Will you?!
> >
> > Bill and Mary (IL MCs)
> >
> > Ed and family (IL MCs)
> >
> > Andreas (FGMCC)
> >
> > carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)
> >
> > pearl83SS (MCSS)
> >
> > hoseman285 (MCSS)
> >
> > BADD T (MCSS)
> >
> > Chris (NMCOA)
> >
> > mrclean (MM)
> >
> > tunerlover3 (MM)
> >
> > blackstone (MM)
> >
> > Brian (2KMC)
> >
> > RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)
> >
> > Chad (CT)
> >
> > 69nova (GMI)
> >
> > turbov6camaro (FTV6)
> >
> > Ret.CFD (FTV6)
> >
> > Vundabar (FTV6)
> >
> > jrg87 (FTV6)
> >
> >
> >
> > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > "Pictures come alive" ... Irene Cara ... 'What A Feeling'
> >
> >
> > > **** UPDATE! ****
> > >
> > > This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!
> > >
> > >
> > > Will YOU join us? Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****
> > >
> > > In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on
how the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along
some of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos. The route,
below, is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of
course) projects necessitate a change in travel plans. The current configuration
is ~50 miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.
> > >
> > >
> > > From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD
> > >
> > > Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD
> > >
> > > Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD
> > >
> > > Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD
> > >
> > > Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD
> > >
> > > Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:
> > > http://www.usroute20.com
> > > ...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3
routes combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47
> > >
> > > Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD
> > >
> > > Return to Steak'n'Shake
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...MidW Event = 04/04/09
> > > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > > "He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'
> > >
> > >
> > > > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****
> > > >
> > > > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown
Gathering, an
> > > > event for MANY car-related boards. We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__
is noted in my
> > > > signature below.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** DATE & TIME ****
> > > >
> > > > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:
> > > > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > RAIN OR SHINE
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****
> > > >
> > > > STEAK'n'SHAKE
> > > > 290 S RANDALL RD
> > > > ELGIN IL 60123
> > > > http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/
> > > >
> > > > This is...
> > > > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64
> > > > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72
> > > > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47
> > > > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25
> > > > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** COSTS ****
> > > >
> > > > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > GAS
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > FOOD
> > > > ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS! Other specials
may be
> > > > announced later this year....
> > > >
> > > > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:
> > > > http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > LODGING (if needed)
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****
> > > >
> > > > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel. IF we have
people interested in
> > > > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will
have rooms blocked.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > CAMPING:
> > > > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...
> > > > http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp
> > > > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water. For more
info, please call
> > > > 630-444-1200.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > HOTELS/MOTELS:
> > > >
> > > > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is
Country Inn & Suites, N of
> > > > I-90 along Randall Rd:
> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html
> > > >
> > > > To Steak'n'Shake:
> > > > South on Randall Rd
> > > > Cross over IL RT 20
> > > > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...
> > > >
> > > > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:
> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html
> > > > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)
> > > >
> > > > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:
> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html
> > > >
> > > > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:
> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html
> > > >
> > > > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:
> > > > South on IL RT 31
> > > > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd
> > > > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd
> > > > Cross over IL RT 20
> > > > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****
> > > >
> > > > 1...FUNDRAISERS:
> > > > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit
organizations...
> > > >
> > > > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:
> > > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/
> > > >
> > > > ...US Route 20:
> > > > http://www.usroute20.com/
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > 2...THE ROADIES:
> > > > Details coming soon!
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** ATTENDEES ****
> > > >
> > > > ALL invited to this event. Please invite your family, friends, and
members of other
> > > > boards/groups.
> > > >
> > > > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!
> > > >
> > > > WILL YOU JOIN US? Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about
attending.
> > > > The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > I have invited members of the following groups:
> > > >
> > > > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group
> > > > MI MC Grp
> > > > MC Mailing List
> > > > El Camino ML
> > > > GM Inside News
> > > > Cheers and Gears
> > > > 1st Gen MC Club
> > > > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
> > > > 3rd Gen MCs
> > > > 4th Gen MC SS
> > > > MyMonte, 5th gen
> > > > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen
> > > > National MC Owners Association
> > > > Monte Millennium Generations
> > > > MC City Revival
> > > > MC Forum
> > > > WickedMontes
> > > > ChevyTalk.org
> > > > TriplePlate
> > > > CarNuts.us
> > > > RaceFansGarage
> > > > FullThrottleV6
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****
> > > >
> > > > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake! Can we break that
record in 2009?
> > > >
> > > > Pictures...
> > > > ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:
> > > > http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498
> > > >
> > > > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:
> > > >
http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\
S
> > > >
> > > > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:
> > > >
http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2
> > > > 07-26-08/
> > > >
> > > > ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:
> > > >
http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!
> > > >
> > > > Pictures...
> > > > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:
> > > > http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20
> > > >
> > > > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:
> > > > http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig
valve.pacemaker [b]...RT 66
> > > > drive = Sept '09[/b]
> > > > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > > > __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ...
'Fast Car'

This is ~2 MONTHS away!  For details, please see my previous posts....


If you are driving from a distance and need overnight lodging, PLEASE ADVISE ME
ASAP!  I will set up a block of rooms....

You can post here...

...or Email me:
faithcubsmc2691
@
aol.com

...or call:
my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....




**** THE PEOPLE ... revised ****

This gathering is more about the people than what you drive.  As far as I know,
those listed below plan to join us in July.  Will YOU??!!


Bill and Mary (IL MCs)

Ed and family (IL MCs)

Grant (IL MCs)

Jason/Brenda (IL MCs)

woa_its_s00ls (CHCG)

Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)

Bahama Dan (CT)

Andreas (FGMCC)

carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)

pearl83SS (MCSS)

hoseman285 (MCSS)

BADD T (MCSS)

86LT1SS (MCSS)

Chevyman540 (MCSS)

217ss (MCSS)

Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)

Chris (NMCOA)

Jake (NMCOA)

mrclean (MM)

tunerlover3 (MM)

blackstone (MM)

Monte Z34 (MM)

Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)

Brian (2KMC)

Chitown Chevy (2KMC)

RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)

AwsomeSS (MCF)

Adam (MCF)

red03ssmonte (MCF)

04 Bullit (MCF)

Chad (CT)

69nova (GMI)

turbov6camaro (FTV6)

Ret.CFD (FTV6)

Vundabar (FTV6)

jrg87 (FTV6)




__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09
__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
__9897__"I'm not the only person with these things in mind" ... Linkin Park ...
'Somewhere I Belong'


>
> **** THE PEOPLE ****
>
> To my knowledge, these people plan to join us in July.  Will you?!
>
> Bill and Mary (IL MCs)
>
> Ed and family (IL MCs)
>
> Andreas (FGMCC)
>
> carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)
>
> pearl83SS (MCSS)
>
> hoseman285 (MCSS)
>
> BADD T (MCSS)
>
> Chris (NMCOA)
>
> mrclean (MM)
>
> tunerlover3 (MM)
>
> blackstone (MM)
>
> Brian (2KMC)
>
> RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)
>
> Chad (CT)
>
> 69nova (GMI)
>
> turbov6camaro (FTV6)
>
> Ret.CFD (FTV6)
>
> Vundabar (FTV6)
>
> jrg87 (FTV6)
>
>
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "Pictures come alive" ... Irene Cara ... 'What A Feeling'
>
>
> > **** UPDATE! ****
> >
> > This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!
> >
> >
> > Will YOU join us?  Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****
> >
> > In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on
how the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along
some of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos.  The route,
below, is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of
course) projects necessitate a change in travel plans.  The current
configuration is ~50 miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.
> >
> >
> > From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD
> >
> > Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD
> >
> > Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD
> >
> > Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD
> >
> > Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD
> >
> > Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:
> > http://www.usroute20.com
> > ...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3
routes combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47
> >
> > Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD
> >
> > Return to Steak'n'Shake
> >
> >
> >
> > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > "He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'
> >
> >
> > > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****
> > >
> > > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown
Gathering, an
> > > event for MANY car-related boards.  We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!
> > >
> > >
> > > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is
noted in my
> > > signature below.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** DATE & TIME ****
> > >
> > > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p
> > >
> > >
> > > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:
> > > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p
> > >
> > >
> > > RAIN OR SHINE
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****
> > >
> > > STEAK'n'SHAKE
> > > 290 S RANDALL RD
> > > ELGIN  IL 60123
> > > http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/
> > >
> > > This is...
> > > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64
> > > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72
> > > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47
> > > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25
> > > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** COSTS ****
> > >
> > > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering
> > >
> > >
> > > GAS
> > >
> > >
> > > FOOD
> > > ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS!  Other specials may
be
> > > announced later this year....
> > >
> > > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:
> > > http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp
> > >
> > >
> > > LODGING (if needed)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****
> > >
> > > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people
interested in
> > > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will
have rooms blocked.
> > >
> > >
> > > CAMPING:
> > > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...
> > > http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp
> > > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more
info, please call
> > > 630-444-1200.
> > >
> > >
> > > HOTELS/MOTELS:
> > >
> > > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country
Inn & Suites, N of
> > > I-90 along Randall Rd:
> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html
> > >
> > > To Steak'n'Shake:
> > > South on Randall Rd
> > > Cross over IL RT 20
> > > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is
> > >
> > >
> > > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...
> > >
> > > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:
> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html
> > > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)
> > >
> > > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:
> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html
> > >
> > > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:
> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html
> > >
> > > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:
> > > South on IL RT 31
> > > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd
> > > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd
> > > Cross over IL RT 20
> > > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****
> > >
> > > 1...FUNDRAISERS:
> > > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit
organizations...
> > >
> > > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:
> > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/
> > >
> > > ...US Route 20:
> > > http://www.usroute20.com/
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > 2...THE ROADIES:
> > > Details coming soon!
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** ATTENDEES ****
> > >
> > > ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family, friends, and
members of other
> > > boards/groups.
> > >
> > > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!
> > >
> > > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about
attending.
> > > The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....
> > >
> > >
> > > I have invited members of the following groups:
> > >
> > > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group
> > > MI MC Grp
> > > MC Mailing List
> > > El Camino ML
> > > GM Inside News
> > > Cheers and Gears
> > > 1st Gen MC Club
> > > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
> > > 3rd Gen MCs
> > > 4th Gen MC SS
> > > MyMonte, 5th gen
> > > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen
> > > National MC Owners Association
> > > Monte Millennium Generations
> > > MC City Revival
> > > MC Forum
> > > WickedMontes
> > > ChevyTalk.org
> > > TriplePlate
> > > CarNuts.us
> > > RaceFansGarage
> > > FullThrottleV6
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****
> > >
> > > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that
record in 2009?
> > >
> > > Pictures...
> > > ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:
> > > http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498
> > >
> > > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:
> > >
http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\
S
> > >
> > > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:
> > >
http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2
> > > 07-26-08/
> > >
> > > ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:
> > > http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!
> > >
> > > Pictures...
> > > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:
> > > http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20
> > >
> > > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:
> > > http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig
valve.pacemaker [b]...RT 66
> > > drive = Sept '09[/b]
> > > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > > __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ...
'Fast Car'

**UPDATE**

My MAJOR 2009 road trip is ~4 MONTHS away!


REMEMBER ... I need to know if you are even thinking of joining us, so I can
plan accordingly.  Please post here...

...or Email me:
faithcubsmc2691
@
aol.com

...or call:
my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....




KUDOS...TO NEW SPONSORS!

... BECKY'S BARN (IL) will sponsor a giveaway.  Details later.  Check out her
website:
http://www.beckysbarn.com/

... the NATIONAL MONTE CARLO OWNERS ASSOCIATION, whose MC Nationals will be in
Collinsville IL (STL area), June 26-28, 2009.  Participating dues-paying NMCOA
members will receive a gift certificate or gift card.  The NMOCA pledges up to
$150!




ITINERARY/DETAILS...IN THE "IRONING OUT" STAGE!

... The CURRENT ITINERARY is the one posted (above) in early March.  However,
given the "fine tuning" of details, changes WILL be made.  I'll post a "final"
itinerary closer to September, but for those thinking/planning to join OR meet
us somewhere along the way, it will not be far from what it is now....  Course,
I expect the "spontaneous experiences" along the road will alter the itinerary
as we drive....


... I've started contacting Route 66 businesses and Associations to discuss
possibilities/details and have received wonderful responses.  I look forward to
further replies and information.  "Highlights" and websites related to these
conversations include:

http://www.ratfinkgarage.com/

http://www.henrysroute66.com/

http://www.il66authority.com/

http://www.missouri66.org/

http://www.meteorcrater.com/index.php

Lodging/meal options along the way (details later)

Visits to places already on the itinerary, including...
...Lincoln Highway HQ/Lincolnway Cafe (IL)
...Becky's Barn (IL)
...Henry's Ra66it Ranch (IL)
...Cafe on the Route (KS)
...Afton Station (OK)
...POPS (OK)
...Phillips 66 Station (TX)
...Wigwam Motel, overnight stay (AZ)

Visits to places to be put on the itinerary, including...
...the Blue Swallow Motel, Tucumcari NM
http://blueswallowmotel.com/

...and a tour of the California Route 66 Museum (Victorville), right before the
ending dinner (which will push the dinner back to about 5:30p or 6p, instead of
starting at the current itinerary time of 4:30p)....
http://www.califrt66museum.org/



So...will YOU join or meet up with us somewhere along the Route?




__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09
__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
__9897__"What if that road is a beautiful slow drive?" ... Melissa Lawson ...
'What If It All Goes Right?'



>
> **** AFTER THE DRIVE ****
>
> If any of you thinking about joining this are wondering how you'll get your
vehicle back home, I may have a solution.
>
> A cousin of mine works for All Wheels Recovery ... and has told me that he can
haul cars back from California in September.  If you are interested in this,
please let me know ASAP....
>
>
>
>
> **** RADIO STATIONS ****
>
> I've been thinking it might be cool to tell classic rock and classic country
radio stations along the way about this ... to see if they'd want to come out
when we are in their area....  I just need to find out and contact stations
along the way....
>
>
>
>
> **** PLACES TO BE CONTACTED ****
>
> This is why I need you to let me know you are thinking about joining this,
even if you aren't sure at this point if you will or not.  In planning this, the
following places (as well as hotels/motels for places to stay and restaurants
for meals along the way) will need to be contacted.....
>
> IHOP or Steak'n'Shake, Elgin IL
>
> LH Association Headquarters, Dixon IL
>
> Cozy Dog, Springfield IL
>
> Becky's Barn, south of Springfield
>
> Ariston Cafe and JoBetts, Litchfield IL
>
> Henrys Ra66it Ranch
>
> Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, St Louis MO
>
> Meramec Caverns MO
>
> Cafe on the Route, Baxter Springs KS
>
> Foyil OK, Portland Cement concrete paving
>
> Afton OK Station
>
> POPS and the Round Barn, Arcadia OK
>
> Drive-in theater, Guthrie OK, "Cars" movie
>
> National Rt 66 Museum, Elk City OK
>
> Sandhills Curiosity Shop, Erick OK
>
> U Drop Inn, Shamrock TX
>
> Phillips 66 Station, McClean TX
>
> Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo TX
>
> Route 66 Auto Museum, Santa Rosa NM
>
> Rip Griffin Truck stop, Moriarty NM
>
> Sandia Peak Tramway, Albuquerque NM
>
> Petrified Forest/Painted Desert AZ
>
> Wigwam Motel, place to stay
>
> LaPosada Hotel
>
> Meteor Crater Visitor Center
>
> Pine Country Restaurant, Williams AZ
>
> Snow Cap, Seligman AZ
>
> Hualapai Lodge, Peach Springs AZ
>
> Barstow Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum, visit 10a-3p with break for lunch, HAVE
to call to arrange a visit
>
>
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "My heart is like an open highway" ... BonJovi ... 'It's My Life'
>
>
> > **** UPDATE! ****
> >
> > The NEWLY-REVISED SCHEDULE is below ... please review it.
> >
> >
> > Will YOU join us?  Even if you are just THINKING about driving the entire
trip or meeting us at one spot along the way or traveling with us part of the
way, please let me know ASAP.  I need to know so I can plan accordingly with
attractions along the way, restaurants, places to stay, etc.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** REVISED SCHEDULE ****
> >
> > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2009
> >
> > 8a-9a ... breakfast/kick-off gathering, IHOP _or_ Steak'n'Shake, Randall Rd,
Elgin IL ... just south of US RT 20 (TBD)
> >
> > 9a-11:30a ... travel Elgin IL - Dixon IL, via IL RT 31 - IL RT 38 (LINCOLN
HIGHWAY), ~75 miles ... passing the LH Association Headquarters, Franklin Grove
IL:
> > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ksgardenbee/2921023053/
> > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/franklin_grove-RF.jpg
> >
> > 11:30a-1:30p ... lunch, Dixon IL:
> > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/dixon_arch-LH.jpg
> >
> > 1:30p-6:30p ... travel Dixon IL - Springfield IL, ~180 miles
> >
> > 6:30p-9p ... dinner/gathering, Cozy Dog, Springfield IL:
> > http://www.cozydogdrivein.com/
> >
> >
> >
> > SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2009
> >
> > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> >
> > 9a-10a ... travel Springfield IL - Auburn IL (Becky's Barn), ~20 miles
> >
> > 10a-11a ... visit, Becky's Barn
> >
> > 11a-12:30p ... travel Auburn IL - Litchfield IL, ~40 miles
> >
> > 12:30p-2:30p ... lunch, The Ariston Cafe:
> > http://www.ariston-cafe.com/
> > ...dessert at JoBetts, Litchfield IL...?
> >
> > 2:30p-5p ... travel Litchfield IL - St Louis MO, ~60 miles, including a stop
at Henrys Ra66it Ranch, Staunton IL
> >
> > 5p-7p ... Dinner/visit Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Chippewa Ave:
> > http://www.teddrewes.com/Drewes.asp
> >
> > 7p-9:15p ... travel St Louis MO - Stanton MO, ~65 miles
> >
> > 9:30p ... stay at Meramec Caverns, a Route 66 icon:
> > http://www.americascave.com/
> >
> >
> >
> > MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
> >
> > 8a-10a ... breakfast
> >
> > 10a-5p ... travel Stanton MO - Springfield MO, ~160 miles [stop for lunch
along the way]
> >
> > 5p-7p ... dinner, Springfield MO
> >
> > 7p-9:30p ... travel Springfield MO - Joplin MO, ~75 miles
> >
> >
> >
> > TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2009
> >
> > 7:15a-8a ... travel Joplin MO - Baxter Springs KS, ~18 miles
> >
> > 8a-10a ... breakfast, Cafe on the Route, Baxter Springs KS:
> > http://www.cafeontheroute.com/
> >
> > 10a-6p ... travel Baxter Springs KS - Oklahoma City OK, ~210 miles ...
including lunch/brief stops at Foyil OK (stretch of Portland Cement concrete
paving); Afton station, Afton OK:
> > http://postcardsfromtheroad.net/afton.shtml
> >
> > ...and POPS and the Round Barn, Arcadia OK:
> > http://www.pops66.com/
> > http://www.arcadiaroundbarn.org/
> >
> > 6p-7p ... travel Oklahoma City OK - Guthrie OK, ~30 miles
> >
> > 7p-9p ... dinner and movie "Cars", drive-in movie theater
> >
> > 9p-10p ... travel Guthrie OK - Oklahoma City OK, ~30 miles
> >
> >
> >
> > WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2009
> >
> > 6a-8a ... breakfast
> >
> > 8a-noon ... travel Oklahoma City OK - Elk City OK, ~115 miles
> >
> > noon-3p ... lunch/stop at the National RT 66 Museum, Elk City OK:
> > http://www.nationalroute66.com/
> >
> > 3p-5p ... travel Elk City OK - Shamrock TX, ~55 miles ... including a stop
at Sandhills Curiosity Shop, Erick OK
> >
> > 5p-5:30p ... visit, U Drop Inn, Shamrock TX:
> > http://oldgas.com/info/towerconoco.html
> >
> > 5:30p-6:30p ... travel Shamrock TX - McClean TX, ~20 miles
> >
> > 6:30p-7p ... visit, Phillips 66 Service Station, McClean TX
> >
> > 7p-9:30p ... travel McClean TX - Amarillo TX, ~75 miles
> >
> > 9:30p-10:30p ... dinner, Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo TX:
> > http://www.bigtexan.com/
> >
> >
> >
> > THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009
> >
> > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> >
> > 9a-3p ... travel Amarillo TX - Santa Rosa NM, ~175 miles ... including lunch
stop [time change]
> >
> > 3p-5p ... visit, Route 66 Auto Museum
> >
> > 5p-7:30p ... travel Santa Rosa NM - Moriarty NM, ~80 miles
> >
> > 7:30p-9:30p ... dinner, Rip Griffin Truck Stop, Moriarty NM
> >
> >
> >
> > FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
> >
> > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> >
> > 9a-10:30a ... travel Moriarty NM - Albuquerque NM, ~41 miles
> >
> > 10:30a-11:30a ... visit, Sandia Peak Tramway:
> > http://www.sandiapeak.com/
> >
> > 11:30a-1:30p ... lunch
> >
> > 1:30p-3:30p ... travel Albuquerque NM - Acomita NM, ~60 miles
> >
> > 3:30p-4p ... visit, Acomita NM, the oldest continuously-inhabited community
in America
> >
> > 4p-7p ... travel Acomita NM - Gallup NM, ~85 miles ... including a stop at
the Continental Divide
> >
> > 7:30p-9p ... dinner, Gallup NM
> >
> >
> >
> > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
> >
> > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> >
> > 9a-10:30a ... travel Gallup NM - Petrified Forest/Painted Desert Visitor
Center AZ, ~70 miles [time change]
> >
> > 10:30a-3:30p ... lunch/visit, Petrified Forest/Painted Desert:
> > http://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/petrified_forest/national_park.html
> >
> > 3:30p-4:30p ... travel Petrified Forest/Painted Desert AZ - Holbrook AZ, ~30
miles
> >
> > 4:30p-6:30p ... dinner, Holbrook AZ
> >
> > 7p ... stay at Wigwam Motel:
> > http://www.galerie-kokopelli.com/wigwam/
> >
> >
> >
> > SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2009
> >
> > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> >
> > 9a-10:15a ... travel Holbrook AZ - Winslow AZ, ~35 miles
> >
> > 10:30a-1p ... visit, Cowboy "Standing On The Corner":
> > http://www.standinonthecorner.com/
> > http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/12603
> >
> > 1p-3p ... lunch, LaPosada Hotel:
> > http://www.laposada.org/
> >
> > 3p-7p ... travel Winslow AZ to Flagstaff AZ, ~60 miles ... including stop at
Meteor Crater Visitor Center
> >
> > 7p-9p ... dinner, Flagstaff AZ
> >
> >
> >
> > MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009
> >
> > 7a-8:15a ... travel Flagstaff AZ - Williams AZ, ~35 miles
> >
> > 8:30a-10:30a ... breakfast, Pine Country Restaurant, Williams AZ
> >
> > 10:30a-11:30a ... travel Williams AZ - Ash Fork AZ, ~20 miles
> >
> > 11:30a ... at Crookton Rd exit in/near Ash Fork AZ start longest
uninterrupted stretch of RT 66 that goes to Topock AZ:
> > http://www.legendsofamerica.com/AZ-AshforkSeligman.html
> >
> > 11:30a-12:30p ... travel Ash Fork AZ - Seligman AZ, ~25 miles
> >
> > 12:30p-3:30p ... visit and eat lunch, Snow Cap:
> > http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/101
> > http://www.route66giftshop.com/angel.html
> >
> > 3:30p - 5p ... travel Seligman AZ - Peach Springs AZ, ~40 miles
> >
> > 5p-7p ... dinner, Hualapai Lodge, Peach Springs AZ:
> > http://www.destinationgrandcanyon.com/lodge.html
> >
> > 7p-9p ... travel Peach Springs AZ - Kingman AZ, ~55 miles
> >
> >
> >
> > TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
> >
> > 7a-9a ... breakfast
> >
> > 9a-11a ... travel Kingman AZ - Topock AZ, ~50 miles ... through the Black
Mountains, a very scenic portion of RT 66:
> > http://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/route_66/topock_kingman.html
> >
> > 11a-1p ... lunch, Topock AZ
> >
> > 1p-3p ... travel Topock AZ - Goffs CA, ~45 miles ... with gas stop in
Needles CA?
> >
> > 3p ... At Goffs CA, start the earliest alignment of Route 66, which swings
under I-40 and follows part of the National Trails Highway:
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Old_Trails_Highway
> >
> > 3p-9p ... travel Goffs CA - Essex CA - Amboy CA - Ludlow CA - Barstow CA,
~150 miles ... with some stops along the way, including dinner:
> > http://www.roadtripamerica.com/places/goffs.htm
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essex,_California
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amboy,_California
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barstow,_California
> >
> >
> >
> > WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
> >
> > 8a-10a ... breakfast
> >
> > 10a-3p ... visit (lunch, too), Barstow Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum ... HAS
to be an ARRANGED VISIT:
> > http://www.route66museum.org/
> >
> > 3p-4:15p ... travel Barstow CA - Victorville CA, ~35 miles
> >
> > 4:30p-7:30p ... ending dinner, Victorville CA
> >
> >
> >
> > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > "Every song, another scene" ... Dierks Bently ... 'Every Mile A Memory'
> >
> >
> > > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****
> > >
> > > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 Cruising LH/Route 66, from
Illinois to California!
> > > Specific details and some aspects need to be finalized, so watch for
updates....  We are ~9
> > > MONTHS AWAY!  Word IS getting out about this!
> > >
> > >
> > > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is
noted in my
> > > signature below.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** DATES ****
> > >
> > > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
> > >
> > > Yes, the first weekend is Labor Day Weekend, a busy/eventful weekend.  It
isn't "perfect"
> > > for me either (I usually wash/wax my car for the last time before winter),
but this would,
> > > for most, be a 3-day weekend, good for 1 less vacation day from work used
for the trip....
> > >
> > > Still ... IMHO, this is a chance of a lifetime; I hope others agree and
join this "convoy"....
> > >
> > > I have previously posted a PROPOSED SCHEDULE, which I know will look
different than the
> > > ACTUAL SCHEDULE.  Some places we will miss; others have been added.  And,
due to the
> > > time changes, we will have an extra hour to drive from Amarillo TX to
Santa Rosa NM and
> > > an extra hour to drive from Gallup NM to the Petrified Forest/Painted
Desert in AZ.  Watch
> > > for more details of a REVISED SCHEDULE....
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** BACKGROUND ****
> > >
> > > This event developed from a suggestion by ChevyTalk's Bobs53PU...and,
because of my
> > > own interest in Route 66, I ran with the idea.  Since the movie "Cars",
I've made a mental
> > > note that "one day" I'd travel the basic path of Route 66, of which I
personally have not
> > > driven much.  I was along it somewhat during my October 2004 road trip...
> > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/0410/0410.html
> > >
> > > ...and again a bit in Oklahoma City and through IL during my October 2006
trip:
> > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/1106/1106.html
> > >
> > >
> > > Route 66 map:
> > > http://www.nps.gov/history/rt66/map/map.htm
> > >
> > > Route 66 info:
> > > http://www.historic66.com/
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > In researching Route 66, I've discovered other "old routes", including the
LINCOLN
> > > HIGHWAY, US ROUTE 20, US ROUTE 2, and THE DIXIE HIGHWAY.  Maybe someday
I'll have
> > > time to plan and actually travel the length of each of these, too....
> > >
> > > LH map:
> > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/
> > >
> > > LH info:
> > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/
> > >
> > >
> > > US RT 20:
> > > http://www.usroute20.com/
> > > ...which goes directly through my hometown of Elgin IL!  So, I drive along
it a lot each
> > > week ... as well as when I use RT 20 to go to Rockford, Freeport and
Galena IL....
> > >
> > >
> > > US RT 2:
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Route_2
> > >
> > >
> > > THE DH:
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dixie_Highway
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** FUNDRAISERS ****
> > >
> > > These will be for non-profit organizations; details to be arranged.
> > >
> > >
> > > The Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project...
> > > http://www.illinoisroute66.com/
> > > ...is the beneficiary while we meet at the Cozy Dog (Springfield IL) and
The Ariston Cafe
> > > (Litchfield IL).
> > >
> > >
> > > The Adult Congenital Heart Association...
> > > http://www.achaheart.org
> > > ...is the beneficiary while we meet at the Cafe on the Route (Baxter
Springs KS), the Big
> > > Texan Steak Ranch (Amarillo TX), the Wigwam Motel (Holbrook AZ); travel
the longest
> > > uninterrupted stretch of RT 66 (Ash Fork AZ - Topock AZ); and visit (by
arrangement) the
> > > Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum (Barstow CA).
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** SPONSORSHIPS ****
> > >
> > > This trip is expensive.  I hope to secure companies or groups as
"sponsors" of portions of
> > > the trip (meals, hotels/motels, attractions, the "Cars" movie, gas stops,
etc.) to assist with
> > > the costs and encourage more people to participate and more to donate to
the worthy
> > > causes.
> > >
> > >
> > > KUDOS to the FIRST SPONSOR ... FIRST GENERATION MONTE CARLO CLUB!  Dues
paying
> > > FGMCC members who participate in this event for more than 100 miles will
each receive a
> > > $25 gas card.  In addition, the FGMCC will sponsor food for everyone at
one stop in IL, up
> > > to $100.
> > >
> > > KUDOS also to ChevyTalk.org's Dee Dee for creating this banner:
> > > http://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/showtopic.php?tid/203904/
> > >
> > >
> > > If you have suggestions of a company(s) or group(s) that might consider
such a
> > > contribution to this event, please advise me.  I have started contacting
groups and
> > > businesses regarding sponsorships and assistance in the form of PRIZES for
TRIVIA
> > > CONTESTS; I am awaiting replies....
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** THE PEOPLE ****
> > >
> > > None of my yearly road trips have taken me all the way to California or
welcomed people
> > > to join me for part or all of the DRIVING portions of the trip; this one
will do BOTH...and
> > > follow the path of "The Mother Road".
> > >
> > > This is for ALL ages and levels of interest in Route 66 to join this
"convoy" from Illinois to
> > > California, for the entire trip ... or at any place along the way you are
able and want to
> > > meet (for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or at an attraction we visit).  The
FOCUS is OLDER cars,
> > > but ALL modes of transportation are welcome!  If you'd like to participate
and want to ride
> > > with someone, please advise.  We'll see what we can do to assist in making
such
> > > arrangements.
> > >
> > > I've posted invitations to these groups/clubs:
> > > ValveReplacement
> > > ACHAheart.org
> > > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group
> > > MI MC Group
> > > NY MC Club
> > > MC Mailing List
> > > El Camino ML
> > > GM Inside News
> > > Cheers and Gears
> > > 1st Gen MC Club
> > > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
> > > 3rd Gen MCs
> > > 4th Gen MC SS
> > > MyMonte, 5th gen
> > > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen
> > > National MC Owners Association
> > > Monte Millennium Generations
> > > MC Forum
> > > MC City Revival
> > > WickedMontes
> > > ChevyTalk.org
> > > TriplePlate
> > > CarNuts.us
> > > RaceFansGarage
> > > FullThrottleV6
> > >
> > >
> > > Please invite others of which you are a member...but, please advise me if
anyone in your
> > > group decides to participate.
> > >
> > >
> > > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about
attending.  I
> > > NEED AN IDEA OF HOW MANY PEOPLE MAY ATTEND THIS SO I CAN PLAN TIMES AND
> > > PLACES AND EVENTS ACCORDINGLY....  The next update may include the first
edition of
> > > the attendance list....
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > **** PLANNING ASSISTANTS ****
> > >
> > > To ensure this is a success, I need some help planning.  I'd like to have
at least 1 volunteer
> > > in every state along the way to help arrange events, tours, shows, etc. 
Please contact me
> > > via Email (faithcubsmc2691 @ aol . com) if you are willing to help....
> > >
> > > Missouri ... ?
> > >
> > > Kansas ... ?
> > >
> > > Oklahoma ... ChevyTalk's Dee Gee and Bobs53PU
> > >
> > > Texas ... ?
> > >
> > > New Mexico ... ?
> > >
> > > Arizona ... ChevyTalk's hinckley, who will help in various aspects of the
planning....
> > >
> > > California ... 2000montecarlo.net's juliochango
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig
valve.pacemaker
> > > [b]...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09[/b]
> > > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > > __9897__"Windows open on the rest of the world" ... Suzy Bogguss ...
'Drive South'

To me, the ironic part of this sidebar from our local paper is that I've driven
the intersections MANY times ... and never once felt unsafe at them.  Maybe
because I'm used to them ... and I know how drivers are in those areas, so I am
extra cautious....?
http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/couriernews/news/1566566,3_1_EL10_CURVES_S2.a\
rticle

*shrugs*

STILL ... it would be very nice if they were corrected....

Main article about dangerous intersections in the area:
http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/couriernews/news/1566431,3_1_EL10_CURVES_S1.a\
rticle


Anyone else encounter these type of intersections regularly?



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown
#2 = 07/25/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"I'm fading away" ... Simple Plan ... 'Untitled'

About 8 years ago, I had the distinct pleasure of watching someone sit on the
fender of my '81 MC SC ... uninvited ... at a local S Elgin cruise night.  I
slowly made my way back to my car ... and just stood there ... watching him ...
wondering how long he was planning to plant his rear end on my car's fender.  I
didn't wait too long; his buddy suddenly noticed that I was staring at them ...
and motioned for him to move.  He looked back at me, shrugged and walked away. 
I didn't say a word, though when I saw him leave in a spotless older (late 1960s
early 1970s as I recall) Dodge, I wish I had.  You really think I'd have
survived unscathed had I sat on HIS car?

Now, sure ... my '81 MC SC (like all of my Monte Carlos) is FAR from perfect ...
so a new scratch on an already-scratched fender is NOT a big deal.  And, given
the shape of the paint on it and my other MCs, I suppose I shouldn't be all that
concerned...or complain too much.  However, it is the principle.  Too many
times, people disrespect other peoples' property ... without a thought.

Something similar happened just this past late April.  I walked out of work one
afternoon, to find a car parked next to mine with a flat tire.  As I walked up
to my 87 MC LS/CL, I calmly took note that the people changing the tire were
very close to my car.  Then, as I walked past the front to the driver's door, I
noticed a guy put his wallet on the hood of my car ... gliding it over the hood
as he reached into it.  I opened the door ... watching him as he left the wallet
on the hood of my car.  The girl with him happened to notice my stare ... and
motioned for him to remove his wallet.  He did ... and actually apologized,
saying, "Oh, sorry, sir."  I just nodded...and then shook my head as I got into
my car.

Then, the first Monday in May, I came out of my doctor's office ... to find a
center cap on my '87 MC LS/CL's honeycomb/checkerboard wheels missing.  All 4
were on the car when I went in for my appointment, but only 3 were left when I
got back to the car.  The one missing ... driver's side front....

Maybe it's just me ... but I treat everyone else's car, whether I like it or
not, as if it were my own.  I don't lean on them, I don't sit on them, I don't
even TOUCH them ... unless told it is OK.  Why others don't have a similar
mentality ... especially car enthusiasts ... I do not understand.  In some ways,
I don't even understand non-car enthusiasts not understanding this concept....

*sighs*

Anyone else have similar experiences?



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown
#2 = 07/25/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"All around me are familiar faces" ... Tears For Fears ... 'Mad World'

We've seen witty/interesting license plates, such as these in IL:

BMW AT 40, Pontiac Grand Am
TUTH D K, Honda Civic coupe


...BUT ... have you noticed any plate ... ODDITIES?

One morning on the way to work, I happened to glance in my rear-view mirror ...
and thought I saw the word "S E X" on a license plate.  As I waited to turn left
off Route 58 onto Barrington Rd, the vehicle went past ... and I looked at the
rear license plate ... and noticed that it was a generic IL plate that had "X35"
as the first 3 characters.  Wonder how THAT got past the IL sensors...?!!



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 =
Sept 5-16, '09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"And the simple truth so very much clearer" ... Everything ... 'Hooch'

Hey Paul,

You're welcome ... glad you enjoyed 'em!



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 =
Sept 5-16, '09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"You know we'll have a good time then" ... Harry Chapin ... 'Cats In The Cradle'


> Thanks for sharing the pics Cort, looks awesome....next time I get down to
Chicago/IL I might try to check it out.
>
> Paul B.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> Sent: Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:03 am
>
> Eight (8) gathered Saturday, April 4, 2009, for a wonderful afternoon at
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre. Too bad more members didn't join us; I still had to
pay for 10 people. Cost was only $6 per person, versus the regular charge of $19
per person.
>
> MY favorite part is the Legoland city (Chicago) in the beginning room. Kinda
wish we could've spent more time in that area. The detail is just ...
tremendous. One could conceivably spend a few hours looking at that display ...
and still not catch all of the details.
>
> I took ~30 pics, 10 of which I'm posting here (start with the second post)...
> http://www.valvereplacement.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30464
> ....to give an overview of what all we saw. Keep in mind ... these are built
entirely out of legos.... Enjoy!
>
> Batman
>
> Bridge at night
>
> Burning rubber in a parking lot
>
> City and diamond
>
> John Hancock Building
>
> John Hancock details
>
> R2D2
>
> Street and Buckingham Fountain
>
> Train tracks / EL
>
> The group that attended, L to R:
> Carol (VR)
> Amy (MCF) and her fiance
> Carol (ACHA) and her daughter [Carol's husband took the pic]
> Lorraine (VR)
> me
>
> The Legoland City reminded me of this miniature wonderland, the link for which
was posted on Carnuts.us by Roopull:
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN_oDdGmKyA&feature=player_embedded
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "Nothing can take the place of being there" ... Marvin Gaye ... 'Ain't Nothing
Like The Real Thing'

LOL!  Very true ... I hadn't thought of that...entering the Charger!

Although, if things work out the way I'm afraid they will, I may be in Decatur
THIS coming Saturday to pickup/buy a car at the local Chevy dealership ...
sadly, NOT a Charger.....but something for winter and road trip usage..... 
Either that, or I may be in Peoria to buy a Caprice for winter usage ... in
which case, I'll still need that Charger rental ;).  We'll see.......


As for this gathering, as I mentioned to you Mike on the MI group, with
everything going on this year, not sure I'll be able to make it.  But, ya never
know.  Would be good to see you again.



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 =
Sept 5-16, '09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"Years and miles are flying by" ... Bon Jovi ... 'Lost Highway'



>
> I had intended to reply to the email that was sent out to individuals a month
or two ago about this, but like everything else, time got away from me.    I
like the mid-Ohio idea, especially as follow-up/replacement to the MIS shows. 
It's still race-track related, but mixing in some diversity.
>
> I've got this written on my personal calendar, and in the next month or so
have to see how things fall together to determine if we'll be there (mostly what
Monte is running, if one is running, etc :) .
>
> I'm sure you'll get some grumbling on the choice of generation breaks for cars
admitted to the show, but sounds like an interesting mix!  And this way, when
Cort gets another rental Charger, he can enter it into the show! ;)
>
> I'll post this on the IMCOG yahoo calendar for ya.
>
> -Derek A
>
>
> --- On Tue, 4/21/09, montess38366 <montess38366@...> wrote:
>
> From: montess38366 <montess38366@...>
> Subject: [imcog] Maniacs in Mid-Ohio
> To: imcog@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 12:47 PM
>
>
>         We are planning on having a show.  We have a base hotel picked out. 
It is the Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center in Bellville, OH.  (419)
866-7000.  This hotels rates are $98.96 a night (you must say you are with the
Monte Carlo group to get that rate).  This hotel has a limited number of rooms
but there is a hotel right across the street called the Comfort Inn South (419)
8864000.  You can stay there for $116.99 a night (must say you are with the
Monte Carlo group to get that rate).  This hotel has an indoor water park!  You
can get in free to the water park when you stay there.  Both hotels are on the
internet so check them out for all they have to offer.
>
>
>
> You are probably asking yourself , Why Bellville, OH?  Well, the Monte's at
MIS show has always been about great Monte's and fast driving, that is no
different this year.  These hotels are a short drive from Mid Ohio Road Course. 
A company called MVP Track Time has rented out the track for the weekend and you
can take your Monte out on the course!  I have no affiliation with MVP Track
Time and therefore have nothing to do with them or the cost involved.  You will
have to visit there web site www.mvptracktime. com and read there restrictions
and rules and prices.
>
>      Now you DO NOT HAVE TO RACE if you do not want to.  You can come for just
the car show and other activities that we will be putting on.  All this will be
going on the weekend of Oct. 16th, 17th, and 18th.  All details and schedules
have not yet been worked, but the show is a GO!  You can reserve your rooms at
anytime.  I will be putting together a registration form soon.  Pre-registration
will be $30.00 and will have to be received by Aug. 31.  Starting Sep. 1st till
Oct. 15th the price will be $40.00.  The price to pay at the show is $45.00.  If
you have any questions email me at montess@bex. net   also make sure to spread
the word!!!!!The show in mid-ohio is not just open to Monte Carlo's.  This year
the show will be open to 1970-2007 Monte Carlo's, 2000 and up Impala's, 2010
Camaro's (no older Camaro's), 2006 and up Dodge Chargers, 2006 and up Chrysler
300's, and 2008 and up Dodge Challengers.  Thats right so tell your friends and
family! Check
>  out http://www.montessp ace2000.20megsfr ee.com/ for more details.

We are planning on having a show.  We have a base hotel picked out.  It is the
Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center in Bellville, OH.  (419) 866-7000.  This
hotels rates are $98.96 a night (you must say you are with the Monte Carlo group
to get that rate).  This hotel has a limited number of rooms but there is a
hotel right across the street called the Comfort Inn South (419) 8864000.  You
can stay there for $116.99 a night (must say you are with the Monte Carlo group
to get that rate).  This hotel has an indoor water park!  You can get in free to
the water park when you stay there.  Both hotels are on the internet so check
them out for all they have to offer.

     You are probably asking yourself , Why Bellville, OH?  Well, the Monte's at
MIS show has always been about great Monte's and fast driving, that is no
different this year.  These hotels are a short drive from Mid Ohio Road Course. 
A company called MVP Track Time has rented out the track for the weekend and you
can take your Monte out on the course!  I have no affiliation with MVP Track
Time and therefore have nothing to do with them or the cost involved.  You will
have to visit there web site www.mvptracktime.com and read there restrictions
and rules and prices.
      Now you DO NOT HAVE TO RACE if you do not want to.  You can come for just
the car show and other activities that we will be putting on.  All this will be
going on the weekend of Oct. 16th, 17th, and 18th.  All details and schedules
have not yet been worked, but the show is a GO!  You can reserve your rooms at
anytime.  I will be putting together a registration form soon.  Pre-registration
will be $30.00 and will have to be received by Aug. 31.  Starting Sep. 1st till
Oct. 15th the price will be $40.00.  The price to pay at the show is $45.00.  If
you have any questions email me at montess@...   also make sure to spread
the word!!!!!The show in mid-ohio is not just open to Monte Carlo's.  This year
the show will be open to 1970-2007 Monte Carlo's, 2000 and up Impala's, 2010
Camaro's (no older Camaro's), 2006 and up Dodge Chargers, 2006 and up Chrysler
300's, and 2008 and up Dodge Challengers.  Thats right so tell your friends and
family! Check out http://www.montesspace2000.20megsfree.com/ for more details.

Eight (8) gathered Saturday, April 4, 2009, for a wonderful afternoon at
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.  Too bad more members didn't join us; I still had to
pay for 10 people.  Cost was only $6 per person, versus the regular charge of
$19 per person.

MY favorite part is the Legoland city (Chicago) in the beginning room.  Kinda
wish we could've spent more time in that area.  The detail is just ...
tremendous.  One could conceivably spend a few hours looking at that display ...
and still not catch all of the details.


I took ~30 pics, 10 of which I'm posting here (start with the second post)...
http://www.valvereplacement.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30464
...to give an overview of what all we saw.  Keep in mind ... these are built
entirely out of legos....  Enjoy!

Batman

Bridge at night

Burning rubber in a parking lot

City and diamond

John Hancock Building

John Hancock details

R2D2

Street and Buckingham Fountain

Train tracks / EL

The group that attended, L to R:
Carol (VR)
Amy (MCF) and her fiance
Carol (ACHA) and her daughter [Carol's husband took the pic]
Lorraine (VR)
me


The Legoland City reminded me of this miniature wonderland, the link for which
was posted on Carnuts.us by Roopull:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN_oDdGmKyA&feature=player_embedded



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown
#2 = 07/25/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"Nothing can take the place of being there" ... Marvin Gaye ... 'Ain't Nothing
Like The Real Thing'

Since I have received a few comments about my observation of "The Hill" area
(not being comfortable about parking my '87 MC LS/CL there) ... namely that it
is one of the better areas of STL ... thought I'd better clarify, even though
that observation was one small sentence in the entire post!  My observation is
NOT based on ME feeling or not feeling safe in the area, nor was it based on a
feeling that it was a high crime area.  My observation IS based on the narrow
streets with parking on both sides.  Heck, my rental car almost was sideswiped
by others at least three times shortly after I parked it, and some cars were
FLYING through that area.  I can only imagine how I would've felt if that was my
'87 MC LS/CL almost getting sideswiped....  Sorry, that is just not a
comfortable feeling for me ... in ANY area.



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 =
Sept 5-16, '09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"I'm not scared now" ... Seether ... 'Fine Again'



> I'll road trip to the greater St Louis MO area 4 times in 2009; even so, the
quick trip I took down there the weekend of March 14 was not long enough.  It
never is when you are meeting people and "catching up"....
>
> Friday the 13th, I went to work for a few hours, came home, picked up the
rental (a Dodge Charger, of course), finished packing and left town about 2:10p.
I made a beeline for St Louis (via RT 64 W, I-39 S, I-55 S and I-64 W), hoping
to arrive for the ValveReplacement Reunion Friday night dinner.  I stopped once,
at a Shell station in Raymond IL just off I-55.  I noticed a "Route 66"
historical marker ... so, I suspect I was on Route 66 a bit.  Unfortunately, I
didn't have time to explore that area ... or any other Route 66 area, for that
matter.  I arrived in "The Hill" area of St Louis around 7:20p ... just in time
for dinner ... and I only saw one police car the entire trip down.  I'm glad I
rented ... I wouldn't have felt comfortable parking my '87 MC LS/CL in "The
Hill" area....  Dinner was DELICIOUS ... and the late night gab session was
great ... as they usually are.
>
> Then, Saturday, after breakfast and a bit more chatting, I left St Louis
around 11a.  On the way out of the hotel parking lot (Crown Plaza, Clayton MO),
I spotted a silver '87 or '88 MC SS.  The trunk was open, but I didn't see
anyone around.  So, I headed on to Shelbina MO, where I met Randy (from several
MC clubs/boards).  I arrived just before 2p, via I-170 N to I-70 W to RT 61 N to
RT 36 W.  Spent about 5 hours there; Randy took me for a spin in his MCSS (first
time he had it out this year!) and showed me around town.  Later, he got out his
RC cars ... and we had some fun with those.  After dinner, I left for home,
taking RT 36 E to I-72 E to I-55 N to I-39 N to RT 64 E.  I left Shelbina ~7p
... and arrived home just before 1a.
>
> I didn't have a lot of time this trip, but I tried to make the most of it.  I
know I missed a number of people in the area, but I'll be back 3 more times ...
end of June for the MC Nationals in Collinsville IL ... early September during
the Route 66 Drive ... (and) ... early October for the 3rd annual MC MidWest
Meet.  Sure hope to meet others during those road trips!
>
>
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "Just a deck of cards" ... Kurt Nilsen and Willie Nelson ... 'Lost Highway'

Hi, I am new to this group and new to owning Monte Carlos'.  I just recently
purchased two 1997 Monte Carlos' and one is a Limited Edition equipped with
factory fog lamps.  My question is how do you turn them on?  I could not find
them listed anywhere in the owners manual or online.  Any help would be
appreciated.
Thanks,
Brian

**** ATTENDEES ****

To my knowledge, the following people are planning to join us....


ACHA (5)
Carol + 2
Suellen + 1


VR (4)
Lorraine
Carol
Gina
Danielle


OTHER GROUPS (5)
Amy + 1
Anthony + 2


Will you join us, too, for any part of the day?  If so, please advise me
ASAP....



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown
#2 = 07/25/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"Gonna do my very best" ... ABBA ... 'Take A Chance On Me'


> **** UPDATE! ****
>
> This is NEXT MONTH!
>
>
> Will YOU join us for this GREAT opportunity to meet'n'greet people and SAVE on
the price of admission to LEGOLAND??  Our PRICE ($6 per person) is ~1/3 of the
REGULAR price!
>
>
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "Come along and share the good times while we can" ... Lynn Anderson ... 'Rose
Garden'
>
>
> > **** GATHERING ****
> >
> > Join members of the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA) and
> > valvereplacement.com.  This was originally scheduled as the MidWest Blast,
Saturday,
> > January 17, 2009 ... but weather and people unable to attend forced a
postponement.
> > And, with the new event date, we are inviting others to join us.  So ...
mark your calendar
> > ... NOW!
> >
> >
> >
> > **** DATE & TIME ****
> >
> > SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2009 ... 1p-?
> >
> > RAIN, SNOW or SHINE
> >
> >
> >
> > **** LOCATION ****
> >
> > LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
> > The Streets of Woodfield
> > next to Woodfield Mall
> > Schaumburg IL
> > http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com/chicago/us
> > http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com/Chicago/us/information/howtofindus
> >
> >
> > We plan to eat dinner at:
> > Big Bowl
> > 1950 East Higgins
> > Schaumburg IL 60173
> > http://www.bigbowl.com/
> >
> >
> > Both of these are...
> > ...N of IL RT 72
> > ...S of IL RT 58
> > ...E of IL RT 59
> > ...W of I-290/IL RT 53
> >
> >
> >
> > **** LEGOLAND COST ****
> >
> > Regular Gate Price = $19 per person ... this is _NOT_ our price
> >
> > _GROUP GATE RATE = __$6__ per person ... THIS IS OUR PRICE_
> >
> > Special Note:  Since I have pre-paid the $30 reservation fee, the first 4
ACHA or VR
> > members I see will get in free!
> >
> >
> >
> > **** DONATION ****
> >
> > For the ACHA:
> > www.achaheart.org
> >
> > IF you wish to participate, by paying, for example, $10 TOTAL, you would
donate $4 to the
> > ACHA.
> >
> >
> >
> > **** ATTENDEES ****
> >
> > ALL are invited to this event.  Please invite YOUR family and friends!
> >
> > Will YOU join us?  If so, please advise ... by posting here, Emailing me
(faithcubsmc2691 @
> > aol.com), or calling me (my ___CELL PH#___ is in my signature below).
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ___847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig
valve.pacemaker ...W Grill
> > meal = 02/28/09
> > ___337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > ___9897__"A heart that's hopeful" ... Michael W Smith ... 'Place In This
World'

**** THE PEOPLE ****

To my knowledge, these people plan to join us in July.  Will you?!

Bill and Mary (IL MCs)

Ed and family (IL MCs)

Andreas (FGMCC)

carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)

pearl83SS (MCSS)

hoseman285 (MCSS)

BADD T (MCSS)

Chris (NMCOA)

mrclean (MM)

tunerlover3 (MM)

blackstone (MM)

Brian (2KMC)

RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)

Chad (CT)

69nova (GMI)

turbov6camaro (FTV6)

Ret.CFD (FTV6)

Vundabar (FTV6)

jrg87 (FTV6)



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"Pictures come alive" ... Irene Cara ... 'What A Feeling'


> **** UPDATE! ****
>
> This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!
>
>
> Will YOU join us?  Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!
>
>
>
>
> **** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****
>
> In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on how
the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along some
of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos.  The route, below,
is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of course)
projects necessitate a change in travel plans.  The current configuration is ~50
miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.
>
>
> From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD
>
> Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD
>
> Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD
>
> Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD
>
> Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD
>
> Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:
> http://www.usroute20.com
> ...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3 routes
combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47
>
> Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD
>
> Return to Steak'n'Shake
>
>
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'
>
>
> > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****
> >
> > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown
Gathering, an
> > event for MANY car-related boards.  We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!
> >
> >
> > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is
noted in my
> > signature below.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** DATE & TIME ****
> >
> > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p
> >
> >
> > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:
> > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p
> >
> >
> > RAIN OR SHINE
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****
> >
> > STEAK'n'SHAKE
> > 290 S RANDALL RD
> > ELGIN  IL 60123
> > http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/
> >
> > This is...
> > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64
> > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72
> > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47
> > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25
> > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** COSTS ****
> >
> > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering
> >
> >
> > GAS
> >
> >
> > FOOD
> > ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS!  Other specials may
be
> > announced later this year....
> >
> > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:
> > http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp
> >
> >
> > LODGING (if needed)
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****
> >
> > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people
interested in
> > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have
rooms blocked.
> >
> >
> > CAMPING:
> > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...
> > http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp
> > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more
info, please call
> > 630-444-1200.
> >
> >
> > HOTELS/MOTELS:
> >
> > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country
Inn & Suites, N of
> > I-90 along Randall Rd:
> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html
> >
> > To Steak'n'Shake:
> > South on Randall Rd
> > Cross over IL RT 20
> > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is
> >
> >
> > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...
> >
> > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:
> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html
> > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)
> >
> > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:
> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html
> >
> > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:
> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html
> >
> > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:
> > South on IL RT 31
> > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd
> > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd
> > Cross over IL RT 20
> > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****
> >
> > 1...FUNDRAISERS:
> > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit
organizations...
> >
> > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:
> > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/
> >
> > ...US Route 20:
> > http://www.usroute20.com/
> >
> >
> >
> > 2...THE ROADIES:
> > Details coming soon!
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** ATTENDEES ****
> >
> > ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family, friends, and members
of other
> > boards/groups.
> >
> > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!
> >
> > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about
attending.
> > The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....
> >
> >
> > I have invited members of the following groups:
> >
> > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group
> > MI MC Grp
> > MC Mailing List
> > El Camino ML
> > GM Inside News
> > Cheers and Gears
> > 1st Gen MC Club
> > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
> > 3rd Gen MCs
> > 4th Gen MC SS
> > MyMonte, 5th gen
> > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen
> > National MC Owners Association
> > Monte Millennium Generations
> > MC City Revival
> > MC Forum
> > WickedMontes
> > ChevyTalk.org
> > TriplePlate
> > CarNuts.us
> > RaceFansGarage
> > FullThrottleV6
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****
> >
> > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that record
in 2009?
> >
> > Pictures...
> > ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:
> > http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498
> >
> > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:
> >
http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\
S
> >
> > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:
> >
http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2
> > 07-26-08/
> >
> > ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:
> > http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0
> >
> >
> >
> > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!
> >
> > Pictures...
> > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:
> > http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20
> >
> > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:
> > http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
[b]...RT 66
> > drive = Sept '09[/b]
> > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ... 'Fast
Car'

**** AFTER THE DRIVE ****

If any of you thinking about joining this are wondering how you'll get your
vehicle back home, I may have a solution.

A cousin of mine works for All Wheels Recovery ... and has told me that he can
haul cars back from California in September.  If you are interested in this,
please let me know ASAP....




**** RADIO STATIONS ****

I've been thinking it might be cool to tell classic rock and classic country
radio stations along the way about this ... to see if they'd want to come out
when we are in their area....  I just need to find out and contact stations
along the way....




**** PLACES TO BE CONTACTED ****

This is why I need you to let me know you are thinking about joining this, even
if you aren't sure at this point if you will or not.  In planning this, the
following places (as well as hotels/motels for places to stay and restaurants
for meals along the way) will need to be contacted.....

IHOP or Steak'n'Shake, Elgin IL

LH Association Headquarters, Dixon IL

Cozy Dog, Springfield IL

Becky's Barn, south of Springfield

Ariston Cafe and JoBetts, Litchfield IL

Henrys Ra66it Ranch

Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, St Louis MO

Meramec Caverns MO

Cafe on the Route, Baxter Springs KS

Foyil OK, Portland Cement concrete paving

Afton OK Station

POPS and the Round Barn, Arcadia OK

Drive-in theater, Guthrie OK, "Cars" movie

National Rt 66 Museum, Elk City OK

Sandhills Curiosity Shop, Erick OK

U Drop Inn, Shamrock TX

Phillips 66 Station, McClean TX

Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo TX

Route 66 Auto Museum, Santa Rosa NM

Rip Griffin Truck stop, Moriarty NM

Sandia Peak Tramway, Albuquerque NM

Petrified Forest/Painted Desert AZ

Wigwam Motel, place to stay

LaPosada Hotel

Meteor Crater Visitor Center

Pine Country Restaurant, Williams AZ

Snow Cap, Seligman AZ

Hualapai Lodge, Peach Springs AZ

Barstow Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum, visit 10a-3p with break for lunch, HAVE
to call to arrange a visit



Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"My heart is like an open highway" ... BonJovi ... 'It's My Life'


> **** UPDATE! ****
>
> The NEWLY-REVISED SCHEDULE is below ... please review it.
>
>
> Will YOU join us?  Even if you are just THINKING about driving the entire trip
or meeting us at one spot along the way or traveling with us part of the way,
please let me know ASAP.  I need to know so I can plan accordingly with
attractions along the way, restaurants, places to stay, etc.
>
>
>
>
> **** REVISED SCHEDULE ****
>
> SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2009
>
> 8a-9a ... breakfast/kick-off gathering, IHOP _or_ Steak'n'Shake, Randall Rd,
Elgin IL ... just south of US RT 20 (TBD)
>
> 9a-11:30a ... travel Elgin IL - Dixon IL, via IL RT 31 - IL RT 38 (LINCOLN
HIGHWAY), ~75 miles ... passing the LH Association Headquarters, Franklin Grove
IL:
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/ksgardenbee/2921023053/
> http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/franklin_grove-RF.jpg
>
> 11:30a-1:30p ... lunch, Dixon IL:
> http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/il/dixon_arch-LH.jpg
>
> 1:30p-6:30p ... travel Dixon IL - Springfield IL, ~180 miles
>
> 6:30p-9p ... dinner/gathering, Cozy Dog, Springfield IL:
> http://www.cozydogdrivein.com/
>
>
>
> SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2009
>
> 7a-9a ... breakfast
>
> 9a-10a ... travel Springfield IL - Auburn IL (Becky's Barn), ~20 miles
>
> 10a-11a ... visit, Becky's Barn
>
> 11a-12:30p ... travel Auburn IL - Litchfield IL, ~40 miles
>
> 12:30p-2:30p ... lunch, The Ariston Cafe:
> http://www.ariston-cafe.com/
> ...dessert at JoBetts, Litchfield IL...?
>
> 2:30p-5p ... travel Litchfield IL - St Louis MO, ~60 miles, including a stop
at Henrys Ra66it Ranch, Staunton IL
>
> 5p-7p ... Dinner/visit Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Chippewa Ave:
> http://www.teddrewes.com/Drewes.asp
>
> 7p-9:15p ... travel St Louis MO - Stanton MO, ~65 miles
>
> 9:30p ... stay at Meramec Caverns, a Route 66 icon:
> http://www.americascave.com/
>
>
>
> MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
>
> 8a-10a ... breakfast
>
> 10a-5p ... travel Stanton MO - Springfield MO, ~160 miles [stop for lunch
along the way]
>
> 5p-7p ... dinner, Springfield MO
>
> 7p-9:30p ... travel Springfield MO - Joplin MO, ~75 miles
>
>
>
> TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2009
>
> 7:15a-8a ... travel Joplin MO - Baxter Springs KS, ~18 miles
>
> 8a-10a ... breakfast, Cafe on the Route, Baxter Springs KS:
> http://www.cafeontheroute.com/
>
> 10a-6p ... travel Baxter Springs KS - Oklahoma City OK, ~210 miles ...
including lunch/brief stops at Foyil OK (stretch of Portland Cement concrete
paving); Afton station, Afton OK:
> http://postcardsfromtheroad.net/afton.shtml
>
> ...and POPS and the Round Barn, Arcadia OK:
> http://www.pops66.com/
> http://www.arcadiaroundbarn.org/
>
> 6p-7p ... travel Oklahoma City OK - Guthrie OK, ~30 miles
>
> 7p-9p ... dinner and movie "Cars", drive-in movie theater
>
> 9p-10p ... travel Guthrie OK - Oklahoma City OK, ~30 miles
>
>
>
> WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2009
>
> 6a-8a ... breakfast
>
> 8a-noon ... travel Oklahoma City OK - Elk City OK, ~115 miles
>
> noon-3p ... lunch/stop at the National RT 66 Museum, Elk City OK:
> http://www.nationalroute66.com/
>
> 3p-5p ... travel Elk City OK - Shamrock TX, ~55 miles ... including a stop at
Sandhills Curiosity Shop, Erick OK
>
> 5p-5:30p ... visit, U Drop Inn, Shamrock TX:
> http://oldgas.com/info/towerconoco.html
>
> 5:30p-6:30p ... travel Shamrock TX - McClean TX, ~20 miles
>
> 6:30p-7p ... visit, Phillips 66 Service Station, McClean TX
>
> 7p-9:30p ... travel McClean TX - Amarillo TX, ~75 miles
>
> 9:30p-10:30p ... dinner, Big Texan Steak Ranch, Amarillo TX:
> http://www.bigtexan.com/
>
>
>
> THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009
>
> 7a-9a ... breakfast
>
> 9a-3p ... travel Amarillo TX - Santa Rosa NM, ~175 miles ... including lunch
stop [time change]
>
> 3p-5p ... visit, Route 66 Auto Museum
>
> 5p-7:30p ... travel Santa Rosa NM - Moriarty NM, ~80 miles
>
> 7:30p-9:30p ... dinner, Rip Griffin Truck Stop, Moriarty NM
>
>
>
> FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
>
> 7a-9a ... breakfast
>
> 9a-10:30a ... travel Moriarty NM - Albuquerque NM, ~41 miles
>
> 10:30a-11:30a ... visit, Sandia Peak Tramway:
> http://www.sandiapeak.com/
>
> 11:30a-1:30p ... lunch
>
> 1:30p-3:30p ... travel Albuquerque NM - Acomita NM, ~60 miles
>
> 3:30p-4p ... visit, Acomita NM, the oldest continuously-inhabited community in
America
>
> 4p-7p ... travel Acomita NM - Gallup NM, ~85 miles ... including a stop at the
Continental Divide
>
> 7:30p-9p ... dinner, Gallup NM
>
>
>
> SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
>
> 7a-9a ... breakfast
>
> 9a-10:30a ... travel Gallup NM - Petrified Forest/Painted Desert Visitor
Center AZ, ~70 miles [time change]
>
> 10:30a-3:30p ... lunch/visit, Petrified Forest/Painted Desert:
> http://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/petrified_forest/national_park.html
>
> 3:30p-4:30p ... travel Petrified Forest/Painted Desert AZ - Holbrook AZ, ~30
miles
>
> 4:30p-6:30p ... dinner, Holbrook AZ
>
> 7p ... stay at Wigwam Motel:
> http://www.galerie-kokopelli.com/wigwam/
>
>
>
> SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2009
>
> 7a-9a ... breakfast
>
> 9a-10:15a ... travel Holbrook AZ - Winslow AZ, ~35 miles
>
> 10:30a-1p ... visit, Cowboy "Standing On The Corner":
> http://www.standinonthecorner.com/
> http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/12603
>
> 1p-3p ... lunch, LaPosada Hotel:
> http://www.laposada.org/
>
> 3p-7p ... travel Winslow AZ to Flagstaff AZ, ~60 miles ... including stop at
Meteor Crater Visitor Center
>
> 7p-9p ... dinner, Flagstaff AZ
>
>
>
> MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009
>
> 7a-8:15a ... travel Flagstaff AZ - Williams AZ, ~35 miles
>
> 8:30a-10:30a ... breakfast, Pine Country Restaurant, Williams AZ
>
> 10:30a-11:30a ... travel Williams AZ - Ash Fork AZ, ~20 miles
>
> 11:30a ... at Crookton Rd exit in/near Ash Fork AZ start longest uninterrupted
stretch of RT 66 that goes to Topock AZ:
> http://www.legendsofamerica.com/AZ-AshforkSeligman.html
>
> 11:30a-12:30p ... travel Ash Fork AZ - Seligman AZ, ~25 miles
>
> 12:30p-3:30p ... visit and eat lunch, Snow Cap:
> http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/101
> http://www.route66giftshop.com/angel.html
>
> 3:30p - 5p ... travel Seligman AZ - Peach Springs AZ, ~40 miles
>
> 5p-7p ... dinner, Hualapai Lodge, Peach Springs AZ:
> http://www.destinationgrandcanyon.com/lodge.html
>
> 7p-9p ... travel Peach Springs AZ - Kingman AZ, ~55 miles
>
>
>
> TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
>
> 7a-9a ... breakfast
>
> 9a-11a ... travel Kingman AZ - Topock AZ, ~50 miles ... through the Black
Mountains, a very scenic portion of RT 66:
> http://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/route_66/topock_kingman.html
>
> 11a-1p ... lunch, Topock AZ
>
> 1p-3p ... travel Topock AZ - Goffs CA, ~45 miles ... with gas stop in Needles
CA?
>
> 3p ... At Goffs CA, start the earliest alignment of Route 66, which swings
under I-40 and follows part of the National Trails Highway:
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Old_Trails_Highway
>
> 3p-9p ... travel Goffs CA - Essex CA - Amboy CA - Ludlow CA - Barstow CA, ~150
miles ... with some stops along the way, including dinner:
> http://www.roadtripamerica.com/places/goffs.htm
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essex,_California
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amboy,_California
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barstow,_California
>
>
>
> WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
>
> 8a-10a ... breakfast
>
> 10a-3p ... visit (lunch, too), Barstow Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum ... HAS
to be an ARRANGED VISIT:
> http://www.route66museum.org/
>
> 3p-4:15p ... travel Barstow CA - Victorville CA, ~35 miles
>
> 4:30p-7:30p ... ending dinner, Victorville CA
>
>
>
> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW
Event = 04/04/09
> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> "Every song, another scene" ... Dierks Bently ... 'Every Mile A Memory'
>
>
> > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****
> >
> > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 Cruising LH/Route 66, from Illinois
to California!
> > Specific details and some aspects need to be finalized, so watch for
updates....  We are ~9
> > MONTHS AWAY!  Word IS getting out about this!
> >
> >
> > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is
noted in my
> > signature below.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** DATES ****
> >
> > SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009
> >
> > Yes, the first weekend is Labor Day Weekend, a busy/eventful weekend.  It
isn't "perfect"
> > for me either (I usually wash/wax my car for the last time before winter),
but this would,
> > for most, be a 3-day weekend, good for 1 less vacation day from work used
for the trip....
> >
> > Still ... IMHO, this is a chance of a lifetime; I hope others agree and join
this "convoy"....
> >
> > I have previously posted a PROPOSED SCHEDULE, which I know will look
different than the
> > ACTUAL SCHEDULE.  Some places we will miss; others have been added.  And,
due to the
> > time changes, we will have an extra hour to drive from Amarillo TX to Santa
Rosa NM and
> > an extra hour to drive from Gallup NM to the Petrified Forest/Painted Desert
in AZ.  Watch
> > for more details of a REVISED SCHEDULE....
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** BACKGROUND ****
> >
> > This event developed from a suggestion by ChevyTalk's Bobs53PU...and,
because of my
> > own interest in Route 66, I ran with the idea.  Since the movie "Cars", I've
made a mental
> > note that "one day" I'd travel the basic path of Route 66, of which I
personally have not
> > driven much.  I was along it somewhat during my October 2004 road trip...
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/0410/0410.html
> >
> > ...and again a bit in Oklahoma City and through IL during my October 2006
trip:
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/1106/1106.html
> >
> >
> > Route 66 map:
> > http://www.nps.gov/history/rt66/map/map.htm
> >
> > Route 66 info:
> > http://www.historic66.com/
> >
> >
> >
> > In researching Route 66, I've discovered other "old routes", including the
LINCOLN
> > HIGHWAY, US ROUTE 20, US ROUTE 2, and THE DIXIE HIGHWAY.  Maybe someday I'll
have
> > time to plan and actually travel the length of each of these, too....
> >
> > LH map:
> > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/info/
> >
> > LH info:
> > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/
> >
> >
> > US RT 20:
> > http://www.usroute20.com/
> > ...which goes directly through my hometown of Elgin IL!  So, I drive along
it a lot each
> > week ... as well as when I use RT 20 to go to Rockford, Freeport and Galena
IL....
> >
> >
> > US RT 2:
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Route_2
> >
> >
> > THE DH:
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dixie_Highway
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** FUNDRAISERS ****
> >
> > These will be for non-profit organizations; details to be arranged.
> >
> >
> > The Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project...
> > http://www.illinoisroute66.com/
> > ...is the beneficiary while we meet at the Cozy Dog (Springfield IL) and The
Ariston Cafe
> > (Litchfield IL).
> >
> >
> > The Adult Congenital Heart Association...
> > http://www.achaheart.org
> > ...is the beneficiary while we meet at the Cafe on the Route (Baxter Springs
KS), the Big
> > Texan Steak Ranch (Amarillo TX), the Wigwam Motel (Holbrook AZ); travel the
longest
> > uninterrupted stretch of RT 66 (Ash Fork AZ - Topock AZ); and visit (by
arrangement) the
> > Route 66 "Mother Road" Museum (Barstow CA).
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** SPONSORSHIPS ****
> >
> > This trip is expensive.  I hope to secure companies or groups as "sponsors"
of portions of
> > the trip (meals, hotels/motels, attractions, the "Cars" movie, gas stops,
etc.) to assist with
> > the costs and encourage more people to participate and more to donate to the
worthy
> > causes.
> >
> >
> > KUDOS to the FIRST SPONSOR ... FIRST GENERATION MONTE CARLO CLUB!  Dues
paying
> > FGMCC members who participate in this event for more than 100 miles will
each receive a
> > $25 gas card.  In addition, the FGMCC will sponsor food for everyone at one
stop in IL, up
> > to $100.
> >
> > KUDOS also to ChevyTalk.org's Dee Dee for creating this banner:
> > http://www.chevytalk.org/fusionbb/showtopic.php?tid/203904/
> >
> >
> > If you have suggestions of a company(s) or group(s) that might consider such
a
> > contribution to this event, please advise me.  I have started contacting
groups and
> > businesses regarding sponsorships and assistance in the form of PRIZES for
TRIVIA
> > CONTESTS; I am awaiting replies....
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** THE PEOPLE ****
> >
> > None of my yearly road trips have taken me all the way to California or
welcomed people
> > to join me for part or all of the DRIVING portions of the trip; this one
will do BOTH...and
> > follow the path of "The Mother Road".
> >
> > This is for ALL ages and levels of interest in Route 66 to join this
"convoy" from Illinois to
> > California, for the entire trip ... or at any place along the way you are
able and want to
> > meet (for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or at an attraction we visit).  The
FOCUS is OLDER cars,
> > but ALL modes of transportation are welcome!  If you'd like to participate
and want to ride
> > with someone, please advise.  We'll see what we can do to assist in making
such
> > arrangements.
> >
> > I've posted invitations to these groups/clubs:
> > ValveReplacement
> > ACHAheart.org
> > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group
> > MI MC Group
> > NY MC Club
> > MC Mailing List
> > El Camino ML
> > GM Inside News
> > Cheers and Gears
> > 1st Gen MC Club
> > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group
> > 3rd Gen MCs
> > 4th Gen MC SS
> > MyMonte, 5th gen
> > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen
> > National MC Owners Association
> > Monte Millennium Generations
> > MC Forum
> > MC City Revival
> > WickedMontes
> > ChevyTalk.org
> > TriplePlate
> > CarNuts.us
> > RaceFansGarage
> > FullThrottleV6
> >
> >
> > Please invite others of which you are a member...but, please advise me if
anyone in your
> > group decides to participate.
> >
> >
> > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about
attending.  I
> > NEED AN IDEA OF HOW MANY PEOPLE MAY ATTEND THIS SO I CAN PLAN TIMES AND
> > PLACES AND EVENTS ACCORDINGLY....  The next update may include the first
edition of
> > the attendance list....
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > **** PLANNING ASSISTANTS ****
> >
> > To ensure this is a success, I need some help planning.  I'd like to have at
least 1 volunteer
> > in every state along the way to help arrange events, tours, shows, etc. 
Please contact me
> > via Email (faithcubsmc2691 @ aol . com) if you are willing to help....
> >
> > Missouri ... ?
> >
> > Kansas ... ?
> >
> > Oklahoma ... ChevyTalk's Dee Gee and Bobs53PU
> >
> > Texas ... ?
> >
> > New Mexico ... ?
> >
> > Arizona ... ChevyTalk's hinckley, who will help in various aspects of the
planning....
> >
> > California ... 2000montecarlo.net's juliochango
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker
> > [b]...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09[/b]
> > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =
> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
> > __9897__"Windows open on the rest of the world" ... Suzy Bogguss ... 'Drive
South'