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I just got a flyer from Carlisle that said Linda Vaughn and Jungle Pam will be at the show.

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I cannot explain why, but of all the national events held at Carlisle {Ford, Chrysler,etc} GM is by far the worst. The turnout for the GM marks beside Camaro is pathetic. I am disapointed more and more every year..BKH https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif

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Brian, Apparently you are correct. I've heard year after year that the ACES Chevelle regional event is always the same weekend or therabouts. Nobody can mediate or negotiate a plan where as the high quality Chevelles can support G.M. Carlisle. I'm not in the know as to why the Novas, Buicks, pontiacs etc etc dont support the G.M. Carlisle event.
Thanks to the American Camaro Assoc there is a good turnout of Camaros. This is also the only show in the country that runs a top notch restoration judging, aka LEGENDS. I'd also be remiss if I didnt mention Steve Shaugers bunch judging Survivor "VINTAGE" Camaros.
Anyway we can only hope that G.M. Carlisle gets better, bigger, but with $4.00 per gal gas looming, we'll be lucky to maintain the mediocre turnout we already have......

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I would like to go to all GM show, but yes it is the saem weekend as ACES and with the poor reviews year after year why should I?? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif and $4.35 diesel aint helping none either

ALbert

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With the Chevelle show established in Maryland, not much in the Chevelle world shows up that's for sure. Once years ago, other marks had "mini-nats" during GM. The Novas did it and had a good turnout, BUT you would be lucky to see ten Novas today. The Ford guys make the GM guys look bad. There will be more Merkurs than Buick, Olds and Pontiac combined. The Camaro show field is the ONLY thing keeping that show afloat. Its a dirty fithy dust bowl with freaky summer storms that blow in. It is not on my must do list...BKH https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...thumbsdown.gif

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I went last year for the first time, was not impressed.
And for sure the Camaro's are the only strong point of that show.
Mike

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The Nova Club held a mini-nats there the first or second year, actually took home the 'Club Participation' award! However, the Nova club prefers a smaller, more intimate venue on the grounds of a hotel - as it fosters the 'family' atmosphere that has proved successful for the last 27 years! (How many single marque car clubs can boast about that type of longevity?!) It's also a busy time of year, there are a lot of shows trying to snag your car.

I like going to the Camaro Nationals - with a few other GM brands tagging along! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

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the Chevelle show changed it date this year its not on the same date as the GM show, that is what I was told by the guys that run the club.

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[/ QUOTE ] To draw people, youd think theyd come up with some eye candy that wasnt 40 years out of thier prime. Maybe next year they can invite the 1961 and 1962 playboy playmates https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif

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Haha! They sure do not think about the under 60 crowd.

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I would like to go to all GM show, but yes it is the saem weekend as ACES and with the poor reviews year after year why should I?? and $4.35 diesel aint helping none either

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Watch what you say about Linda. You're treading on holy ground there....

If all you're looking for is visual satisfaction disregarding accomplishments or history, the Bud Girls are usually there.....all 87lbs of them. But nobody's going to be asking them for an autograph in 40 years.

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I have to agree that the turnout at the GM show was not that spectactular last year. The first year I went, they had the Nova club participate and it was awsome to see that many Novas and Camaros in one spot! The Camaros are great and also the Chevelles, but Novas tend to be somewhat of an uncommon place at shows. What gives??? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif

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I try to go each year and have a great time. Probably the most Camaro's I have seen in one spot.

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Watch what you say about Linda. You're treading on holy ground there....

[/ QUOTE ] Ok Ok, If she brings Nikki Phills, im there.

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Thank god some encouraging news. I was starting to bum out cause I bought my airfare already. Well and then there's cheesesteaks! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

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I bought my ticket.

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Well then see you there! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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[/ QUOTE ] Ok Ok, If she brings Nikki Phills, im there.

[/ QUOTE ]You don't remember Nikki Phillips!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif Come on King you ain't that old!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/smirk.gif

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Watch what you say about Linda. You're treading on holy ground there....

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How bout Bea Arthur? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

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I always thought you were the one handing out the tickets? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

https://www.yenko.net/attachments/276...2007Fri036.jpg

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FYI, I'm flying into BWI (Baltimore) Friday 7:30 AM and back out Sunday eve around 7PM............if anybody can give me a ride, share a rental car or ?????
I've been doing this now for SEVEN years and after using every airport it just doenst get any easier......

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Ditto, Nikki's got it all over LV! Whatever happened to Nikki anyway?

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Darren, You will have a blast at Carlisle. If you are in to Camaros this is the place to be. This show pulls around 700 camaros in from everywhere. The people are great and and the cars are outstanding as well. This is more of a car event/show rather than a vendor-swap meet. There are still plenty of vendors but not nearly the draw of spring and fall meets (Its GM only which limits vendors). I have never been much of a swap meet person, I rather utilize connections or the internet for purchasing rare or hard to find parts.

Regarding the other brands not being as involved; well all it takes is a little commitment on their part. Its a great venue with lot of potential, which the ACA(Camaro Nationals) has taken advantage of and is growing.

Looking forward to hooking up... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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Looks like Charley swiped the mirror off that car. That guy can't be trusted. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

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Looks like the guy behind the car just took a bumperette in the....

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I think that is the 68 ralley green Dana. That is going to be a killer car when completed. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/blush.gif

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I thought you hated dealer car's Shag, what gives..BKH https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif

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No, I said prefer factory built cars, however any car with provenance such as this Dana is OK in my book. The ralley green color helps as well https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/naughty.gif

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It's definitely not the same weekend this year.

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I'm looking forward to the GM Nats this coming weekend at Carlisle and seeing some friends. I'll be at my normal spots (L-44) most of Fri. and all of Sat. Feel free to stop by for a cold one of your choice.
Also, if you cruise through Bldg.T and see a freshly restored '61 409 Super Sport, please stop by and say hello to the owner. Tell him I think he's a PITA https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/scholar.gif But then tell him I'm kidding. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif
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Starving myself for cheesesteaks! If anyone sees me (Friday) who I have yet to meet, god knows my mug has been all over here. Please stop me and say hi. I'll be with BBBenny and Sammy.

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Watch out for that Sammy https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif

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I've only gone to a few of the GM nationals, the abundance of Camaros is the only salvation for the event. Corvette weekend in August has always been great (if you can handle the heat) and I have not missed one in years. My friend said this years Ford event was a big flop with a lite attendance, cars were mostly all newer generation Mustangs. I think gas $$$ will keep some attendance down this year.

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Starving myself for cheesesteaks! If anyone sees me (Friday) who I have yet to meet, god knows my mug has been all over here. Please stop me and say hi. I'll be with BBBenny and Sammy.

[/ QUOTE ]We ain't hanging with Benny, he stays in one place in the pavillion. He is afraid of the heat and sun and thinks that somebody may steal his car! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif

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I'll be in the L row with my dad and brother trying to sell a bunch of useless junk for way more than it's worth... any sYc members are invited to stop by and have a cold one with us. As with anything, the show is what you make of it... I hope to have a relaxing weekend of doing nothing and shooting the breeze with other car guys.

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Thanks Buddy, since darrens coming to carlisle. I;ll spend some time out of the building. BBBenny https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif

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Have a good time guys! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/headbang.gif

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Ha! An honest vendor! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

Hope y'all have a great time. Who is our designated sYc Photographer for this event?

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I'll be in the L row with my dad and brother trying to sell a bunch of useless junk for way more than it's worth...

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Ha! An honest vendor! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

Hope y'all have a great time. Who is our designated sYc Photographer for this event?

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Yeah! Darren...you may be voted in as designated photog...make sure you have extra batteries! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif

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I took my L78 Camaro SS convertible to the first GM nationals show. I had purchased the car from Charlie and sent it to Bob Harris to re-restore. It was a great event, lots of vendors, lots of different makes, a wonderful show.
That's where I met Brian Henderson, I had a great time talking with him about his yellow Yenko Camaro, wish I had bought it then.
I have heard that the show has not been as good since the initial event, and haven't been back, but I continue to go to the Corvettes @ Carlisle show, will be there again this year.