2008 National Meet Info

[bad360rt]

And now what you've all been waiting for, the 2008 DRTC National Meet!

There will be more info posted in this thread as the details are worked out, but here are the basic details so that you can get your vacation request submitted and book your hotel room :D

LOCATION: Detroit, MI
DATES: Aug. 13th-15th

BONUS DAY: Aug 16th - WW Dream Cruise

HOST HOTEL: Crown Plaza - $89/night
1500 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-4550

BACK-UP HOTEL: Hampton Inn - $89/night
1500 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 370-0044

Make sure you tell the hotel that you're with the Dakota R/T Club to get the discounted rate.

DRAG RACING: Milan Dragway
10860 Plank Road
Milan, MI 48160
(734) 439-7368

The 13th will be our Show & Shine, held at the Chrysler Museum, and the 14th and 15th will be autox and drag racing, to be announced once the final details are worked out.

Our bonus day on Saturday is the Woodward Dream Cruise. For those who don't know about this event, it is the single largest cruise event in the country, drawing over 40,000 cars and over a million spectators. We will have a spot on Woodward that we can all park at, and then throughout the day folks can go cruising or hang out and watch others cruising, it is always a blast! For more information on the WDC, check out their website:

http://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/

[RTfreak]

YES! sweet!!! this year is gonna be HUGE!

[uwntsumrtII]

The Host Hotel for this year has a few nice perks to offer as well.

http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/dttah?rpb=hotel&crUrl=/h/d/cp/1/en/hotelsearchresults

Also check out Milan Dragway.

http://www.milandragway.com/home.html

[RTfreak]

"Located one mile from Chrysler North American Headquarters"
HELL YEAH!

nice work rob! this hotel looks badass!

[Supercharged408]

Damn, does this mean I have to have the truck back together and running for this meet?!

:eek:

Damon

[RTfreak]

Damn, does this mean I have to have the truck back together and running for this meet?!

:eek:

Damon

YES that is exactly what that means!!!
:cool:

[SinCity R/T]

Damn, does this mean I have to have the truck back together and running for this meet?!

:eek:

Damon

What's it been, 5+ years since you drove it? I remember sitting at the Truckin' Nationals event, standing there with Scotty Q when the call came in for your 11.31 pass...

[BryanRT360]

Awesome! I cant fucking wait. Ashley and I had a blast last year. hopefully my trucks ready

[RTfreak]

yeah hopefully mine will be too

[BryanRT360]

yeah hopefully mine will be too

What wrong with your ride?

[uwntsumrtII]

Damn, does this mean I have to have the truck back together and running for this meet?!

:eek:

Damon

get crackin there, short stack.

[BTLFED R/T]

Damn, does this mean I have to have the truck back together and running for this meet?!

:eek:

Damon


Where the hell did you come from?!

[BTLFED R/T]

What wrong with your ride?

A n00b ownz it! LMAO

[BryanRT360]

fuckin noobs lol

[bad360rt]

Damn, does this mean I have to have the truck back together and running for this meet?!

:eek:

Damon

Hell yes, that's exactly what it means! We need to make this the biggest, and fastest meet yet! :D You MI boys better be ready to defend your turf ;)

[hskr]

Sweet. Going home for this years nats. That should be the logo and theme as well. "Coming Home" Has there been anything suggested about maybe doing the "Cruise to Hell" again for the SNS?

[RTfreak]

What wrong with your ride?

i need to paint the innovations cover. i need to replace the bushings, and i need to fix the leaky oil pan. shit like that.

[BryanRT360]

i need to paint the innovations cover. i need to replace the bushings, and i need to fix the leaky oil pan. shit like that.

ah minor little things, you should have no problem then

[RTfreak]

ah minor little things, you should have no problem then

hopefully, LOL

[uwntsumrtII]

Sweet. Going home for this years nats. That should be the logo and theme as well. "Coming Home" Has there been anything suggested about maybe doing the "Cruise to Hell" again for the SNS?

we could do the cruise to hell after drag racing.

[BTLFED R/T]

Sweet. Going home for this years nats. That should be the logo and theme as well. "Coming Home" Has there been anything suggested about maybe doing the "Cruise to Hell" again for the SNS?

All of the details have not been ironed out yet. But suggestions like this are good. I don't know if Rob was around for the first one, I know I wasn't! Good to have ya over here.

[03dakrt]

Man that is exciting
Damon is talking on a Dakota R/T forums holy shit!
I am going for the show n shine win at the Nats this year. Oh and a 12.50 or better pass would be sweet too.
Rob, if you need any help with the meet I would love to pitch in this year. (still have your tool)

[blk00rt]

great,
Rohe let me know if you need any help. I am near the hotel site and pass it pretty much every day on my way home from work.

Dunn

[03dakrt]

Dunn,

Get any cool things at the swap meet?

[Five9Dak]

Hell yes, that's exactly what it means! We need to make this the biggest, and fastest meet yet! :D You MI boys better be ready to defend your turf ;)

I hope I can make it to this national meet. Being in AUG helps, I should have pleanty of cash after working the summer.

[Pete102580]

niiice. only a 6 hour drive. same as last year- bonus!

any talk on the ballpark dollar amount this is going to cost each attendee?
pete

[uwntsumrtII]

Man that is exciting
Damon is talking on a Dakota R/T forums holy shit!
I am going for the show n shine win at the Nats this year. Oh and a 12.50 or better pass would be sweet too.
Rob, if you need any help with the meet I would love to pitch in this year. (still have your tool)

actually, if you can get things set up with the local SCCA for either Aug 14th or 15th that would be great. give me a call later and i can give you some details.

here's there web site.
http://detroit-scca.org/e107/news.php
i was just gonna start calling these numbers until i had things sorted out.
http://detroit-scca.org/e107/page.php?7

[uwntsumrtII]

great,
Rohe let me know if you need any help. I am near the hotel site and pass it pretty much every day on my way home from work.

Dunn

that would be great!! i was gonna go out there tomorrow morning to finalize everything. but if you can do it......

give me a call later

[BTLFED R/T]

niiice. only a 6 hour drive. same as last year- bonus!

any talk on the ballpark dollar amount this is going to cost each attendee?
pete

It won't be anywhere near last year's entry fee. I can gaurantee that! LOL

[uwntsumrtII]

Hell yes, that's exactly what it means! We need to make this the biggest, and fastest meet yet! :D You MI boys better be ready to defend your turf ;)

i think we're gonna be stronger than ever this year. MAYBE Kris Burl and Damon will have theirs ready. for those that don't know, Kris has been working on a TT 408 R3 shooting for over 1000hp. and Damon a healthy 850hp+ blown 408. Dave Lyons with his beefy stroker. Dunn and his stroker. we all know Kennys' is a monster. Antares Pronk should be back in the scene pretty soon. i'm gonna recam mine and get the bottle dialed in come spring time. and Rick Adams has a heathy beast as well. Kevin and his stroker monster. can't think of anyone else at this point.

not dissin you buddy cause we all know your gonna be a force to recon with :D

[uwntsumrtII]

niiice. only a 6 hour drive. same as last year- bonus!

any talk on the ballpark dollar amount this is going to cost each attendee?
pete

once we get the venu's locked in i'm sure there will be an idea.

[Supercharged408]

What's it been, 5+ years since you drove it? I remember sitting at the Truckin' Nationals event, standing there with Scotty Q when the call came in for your 11.31 pass...

Yeah, I have lost track of the last time I drove it or did anyhting with it. Been way busy lately now that I am no longer in concept cars, this production crap is time consuming!

It should be ready for this, as soon as I heard were comin back home, I kinda realized there is no way I am allowed to not have it running. There is a LOT to do, the engine is all together, but I dont have the blower setup or anything like that, the chassis is in peices, and it doesnt even have brakes or a rear end or wheels that will fit yet.

[uwntsumrtII]

i just got off the phone with Rick Adams. he's gonna get the ball rolling on a Cruise To Hell after our drag racing at Milan. there is an icecream shoppe right in Hell that has a huge lot behind it for all of us. and they can get catering in there for dinner after the track. then after dinner we can hit up Woodward for cruiseing.

[Supercharged408]

Where the hell did you come from?!

hey now, I still show up to events, its just computers I dont like anymore!

[uwntsumrtII]

technically the Woodward Dream Cruise is a single day event. but let me tell you all this...... there will be people out there cruising ALL week long. and as the days get closer to the actual cruise the buisier it gets. Thurs & Fri nights are pretty insaine.

like Dave Downing said before, this is the worlds larges single day car event. but it truely starts the weekend before and goes all week long.

[DakotaLivLrg]

Great out east again .. looks like I'll have to wait yet another year to make one of these :mad:

[Supercharged408]

Sweet. Going home for this years nats. That should be the logo and theme as well. "Coming Home" Has there been anything suggested about maybe doing the "Cruise to Hell" again for the SNS?

I like the theme idea, definatly something along those lines... maybe Welcome back to the Motor City or somethin? I remember the first one very well, and a lot will be similar, same track, same place for SnS (Walter P. Chrysler Museum) and hopefully a fun cruize to hell from Milan Dragway.

The big bonus this year is the fact that we will be doin this thing the days just before the SINGLE LARGEST ONE DAY CAR SHOW IN THE WORLD, WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE!!!

I am gonna work on getting the show and shine at the WPC museum which is in the parking lot of Chrysler Tech Center and HQ. I am gonna try to get in touch with my concept car people and see if we can get some good ones to park up on the museum patio like we did the first year. If anyone is interested, I will try to scrounge up the original people that worked on the Dakota R/T from Jeep/Truck engineering since I happen to be workin there now.

Maybe I can even get some vehicles for a little "ride and drive" expereince, maybe the new Chalenger, Ram, etc. Any suggestions for that, I will see what I can do.

[uwntsumrtII]

Yeah, I have lost track of the last time I drove it or did anyhting with it. Been way busy lately now that I am no longer in concept cars, this production crap is time consuming!

It should be ready for this, as soon as I heard were comin back home, I kinda realized there is no way I am allowed to not have it running. There is a LOT to do, the engine is all together, but I dont have the blower setup or anything like that, the chassis is in peices, and it doesnt even have brakes or a rear end or wheels that will fit yet.

you find any pix yet?

i have this one (as well as others) that some will remember you by....

http://i25.tinypic.com/qqampe.jpg

[Supercharged408]

Great out east again .. looks like I'll have to wait yet another year to make one of these :mad:
Plane tix are cheap when you order them far enough in advance :cool:

[Supercharged408]

you find any pix yet?

i have this one (as well as others) that some will remember you by....

http://i25.tinypic.com/qqampe.jpg


Wow, that one was back in the day when it was pretty stock.


get on AIM, got some ?s for ya

[uwntsumrtII]

I like the theme idea, definatly something along those lines... maybe Welcome back to the Motor City or somethin? I remember the first one very well, and a lot will be similar, same track, same place for SnS (Walter P. Chrysler Museum) and hopefully a fun cruize to hell from Milan Dragway.

The big bonus this year is the fact that we will be doin this thing the days just before the SINGLE LARGEST ONE DAY CAR SHOW IN THE WORLD, WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE!!!

I am gonna work on getting the show and shine at the WPC museum which is in the parking lot of Chrysler Tech Center and HQ. I am gonna try to get in touch with my concept car people and see if we can get some good ones to park up on the museum patio like we did the first year. If anyone is interested, I will try to scrounge up the original people that worked on the Dakota R/T from Jeep/Truck engineering since I happen to be workin there now.

Maybe I can even get some vehicles for a little "ride and drive" expereince, maybe the new Chalenger, Ram, etc. Any suggestions for that, I will see what I can do.

thanks dood!!!

[DakotaLivLrg]

Plane tix are cheap when you order them far enough in advance :cool:

Yeah but its too close to my Hawaii trip so that plus hotel .. yada yada yada ....lol

[uwntsumrtII]

Great out east again .. looks like I'll have to wait yet another year to make one of these :mad:

fly out! i'm sure you won't even need a rental car :)

[blk00rt]

Dunn,

Get any cool things at the swap meet?
just a distributor for another project.. but is was new and only 15 bucks.

[blk00rt]

Everyone,
For the show and shine this year lets bring some games to play to help keep people entertained during the event.
I will make a piston toss game, cornhole game (no sick jokes), and another game.

I think I would like to see maybe 2-3 more games.
Thanks
Dunn

[Supercharged408]

Everyone,
For the show and shine this year lets bring some games to play to help keep people entertained during the event.
I will make a piston toss game, cornhole game (no sick jokes), and another game.

I think I would like to see maybe 2-3 more games.
Thanks
Dunn


Piston toss eh? I think the Michigan clan can get enough pistons together from old versions of their motors to support the entire club!

[RTfreak]

Everyone,
For the show and shine this year lets bring some games to play to help keep people entertained during the event.
I will make a piston toss game, cornhole game (no sick jokes), and another game.

I think I would like to see maybe 2-3 more games.
Thanks
Dunn

fuckin smear the queer and dodgeball!
bwahahahaha

[blk00rt]

fuckin smear the queer and dodgeball!
bwahahahaha
You sure you want to get your a@# kicked that bad you queer.

[RTfreak]

You sure you want to get your a@# kicked that bad you queer.

i fuckin knew that was coming, lol but you have to catch me first dunn
poof and mick is gone!

[uwntsumrtII]

Piston toss eh? I think the Michigan clan can get enough pistons together from old versions of their motors to support the entire club!

i'll donate mine, LOL!!! are they at your parents? or did i throw them out, or give them to Paul...... I don't remember, LOL!!

[uwntsumrtII]

fuckin smear the queer and dodgeball!
bwahahahaha

guess your gettin your ass beat twice!!! :eek:

[RTgrouchman]

I'm really gonna try hard to make it this year!! I think this is the closest one yet to me, so i can't use that as an excuse!

[uwntsumrtII]

I'm really gonna try hard to make it this year!! I think this is the closest one yet to me, so i can't use that as an excuse!

for the dream cruise itself, you won't regret it. i CAN guarantee that!!

[bad360rt]

i think we're gonna be stronger than ever this year. MAYBE Kris Burl and Damon will have theirs ready. for those that don't know, Kris has been working on a TT 408 R3 shooting for over 1000hp. and Damon a healthy 850hp+ blown 408. Dave Lyons with his beefy stroker. Dunn and his stroker. we all know Kennys' is a monster. Antares Pronk should be back in the scene pretty soon. i'm gonna recam mine and get the bottle dialed in come spring time. and Rick Adams has a heathy beast as well. Kevin and his stroker monster. can't think of anyone else at this point.

not dissin you buddy cause we all know your gonna be a force to recon with :D

No diss at all, I hope I'm one of the slow guys ;) I'd love to see all those beasts running at the Nats! :D

[RTfreak]

guess your gettin your ass beat twice!!! :eek:

we shall see bwahahahaha

[RTgrouchman]

for the dream cruise itself, you won't regret it. i CAN guarantee that!!

Yeah, that's been on my "to-do" list for the past few years also!!! Guess I'll kill 2 birds with 1 stone!!!!

[1FASTASSR/T]

Well this is the third year out of six that I have been around that the Nat's fall on the same weekend that I have my family vacation at the OBX.
Oh well not that big of a deal anyway......I don't have a damn R/T anymore.
Have a good one fellas, I will be lurking around this forum too.
By the way......I will have a R/T by the time it gets back to cough....cough...Atlanta....nudge... nudge MAD R/T crew!!
Later,

[uwntsumrtII]

I'm really gonna try hard to make it this year!! I think this is the closest one yet to me, so i can't use that as an excuse!

we are diligently working on some realy cool things for this year. and most of it will still keep the cost down.

[uwntsumrtII]

Yeah, that's been on my "to-do" list for the past few years also!!! Guess I'll kill 2 birds with 1 stone!!!!

that's the idea ;)

[hskr]

I like the theme idea, definatly something along those lines... maybe Welcome back to the Motor City or somethin? I remember the first one very well, and a lot will be similar, same track, same place for SnS (Walter P. Chrysler Museum) and hopefully a fun cruize to hell from Milan Dragway.

The big bonus this year is the fact that we will be doin this thing the days just before the SINGLE LARGEST ONE DAY CAR SHOW IN THE WORLD, WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE!!!

I am gonna work on getting the show and shine at the WPC museum which is in the parking lot of Chrysler Tech Center and HQ. I am gonna try to get in touch with my concept car people and see if we can get some good ones to park up on the museum patio like we did the first year. If anyone is interested, I will try to scrounge up the original people that worked on the Dakota R/T from Jeep/Truck engineering since I happen to be workin there now.

Maybe I can even get some vehicles for a little "ride and drive" expereince, maybe the new Chalenger, Ram, etc. Any suggestions for that, I will see what I can do.

Have any inside pull to possibly get another tour of the plant?? I missed the tour last time due to getting rear ended during the caravan on the way to the hotel.

[uwntsumrtII]

Have any inside pull to possibly get another tour of the plant?? I missed the tour last time due to getting rear ended during the caravan on the way to the hotel.

that's being investigated ;)

we're (Metro-Detroit peeps) gonna get together this comming Sat so we're all on the same page as to what we're doing

[Trueblue R/T]

sure hope I get to make it.. since I have been out of the loop for a while how about a breakdown on the clasifications [classes] now days..give me a idea of where my ol blue will run..

[BTLFED R/T]

i fuckin knew that was coming, lol but you have to catch me first dunn
poof and mick is gone!

Yeah, just look how fast he ran from Jamie! No endurance though, Jamie caught him in the end! Literally! LMAO

[BTLFED R/T]

sure hope I get to make it.. since I have been out of the loop for a while how about a breakdown on the clasifications [classes] now days..give me a idea of where my ol blue will run..

They haven't changed as far as I know, Barry.

[Trueblue R/T]

They haven't changed as far as I know, Barry.

Thanks thought they might though..I know that what was a heavy mod at Topeka was a light mod in houston and we didn't pro mod or outlaw mod then either

[Typer00_0371]

If i've got another truck by then I'll definatley be there. Or....... Krusty gonna have his hands full with the new behbeh.. so...:p lol

[geo2slow4u]

I'm looking forward to making the trip and meeting everyone. Will be my first meet.

[BTLFED R/T]

Thanks thought they might though..I know that what was a heavy mod at Topeka was a light mod in houston and we didn't pro mod or outlaw mod then either

I am going to see about getting a STICKY put up in the Meet forums explaining all the classes. That should help everyone! :D

[RTfreak]

If i've got another truck by then I'll definatley be there. Or....... Krusty gonna have his hands full with the new behbeh.. so...:p lol

you had a nice truck, it rode nice!
:P

[DrewzR/T]

Perfect!!!

I get back in June. That gives me two months to get the rig lookin right. I'm not missing this shit this year! :D

[hskr]

If I end up going, there's a good chance I won't have my truck there. :( Can't afford to take two vehicles with gas the way it is and not going to leave my family home. Wonder how a '05 Town and Country would do on the drag strip. :D

[Trueblue R/T]

I am going to see about getting a STICKY put up in the Meet forums explaining all the classes. That should help everyone! :D\

Now that sounds like a good idea..I might want to take off one mod and run in a lower class..LOL

[KicknAsphlt]

Great out east again .. looks like I'll have to wait yet another year to make one of these :mad:

Pish-posh! Just start savin' now...and if yer still short of funds come meet time, just knock over a bank.... :D

[KicknAsphlt]

I like the theme idea, definatly something along those lines... maybe Welcome back to the Motor City or somethin? I remember the first one very well, and a lot will be similar, same track, same place for SnS (Walter P. Chrysler Museum) and hopefully a fun cruize to hell from Milan Dragway.

The big bonus this year is the fact that we will be doin this thing the days just before the SINGLE LARGEST ONE DAY CAR SHOW IN THE WORLD, WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE!!!

I am gonna work on getting the show and shine at the WPC museum which is in the parking lot of Chrysler Tech Center and HQ. I am gonna try to get in touch with my concept car people and see if we can get some good ones to park up on the museum patio like we did the first year. If anyone is interested, I will try to scrounge up the original people that worked on the Dakota R/T from Jeep/Truck engineering since I happen to be workin there now.

Maybe I can even get some vehicles for a little "ride and drive" expereince, maybe the new Chalenger, Ram, etc. Any suggestions for that, I will see what I can do.

DUDE -- That would be bad-ass! Looks like I need to start savin'! LOL! How've you been bro? Haven't talked to ya since Bremerton.

[uwntsumrtII]

Pish-posh! Just start savin' now...and if yer still short of funds come meet time, just knock over a bank.... :D

hell, i went to the meet in Tucson with nothin but an unemployment check AND i brought my truck.

[KicknAsphlt]

If I end up going, there's a good chance I won't have my truck there. :( Can't afford to take two vehicles with gas the way it is and not going to leave my family home. Wonder how a '05 Town and Country would do on the drag strip. :D

If I end up getting my Early-out and can make it, I may see about towing mine...borrow one of my Uncle's trucks and a trailer...heheh... He's got a couple CTD Rams... :D

[KicknAsphlt]

hell, i went to the meet in Tucson with nothin but an unemployment check AND i brought my truck.

Yeah, but Gas was 1/3 the cost of what it is now....D'OH!

[BTLFED R/T]

If I end up going, there's a good chance I won't have my truck there. :( Can't afford to take two vehicles with gas the way it is and not going to leave my family home. Wonder how a '05 Town and Country would do on the drag strip. :D

2 adults and 2 kids won't fit in the truck? ;)

Oh, forgot, you prolly already sit in the backseat to drive! LOL

[KicknAsphlt]

2 adults and 2 kids won't fit in the truck? ;)

Oh, forgot, you prolly already sit in the backseat to drive! LOL

As opposed to needing to put blocks on the pedals and a phone book in the seat like some people around here... :rolleyes:

[BTLFED R/T]

You lucky I've seem to misplaced my BAN button!

We need some fuckin' smilies in the bitch! That one you used looks more like "typical response" than "sarcastic". Steve better hurry up or he's fired! LOL

[KicknAsphlt]

You lucky I've seem to misplaced my BAN button!

We need some fuckin' smilies in the bitch! That one you used looks more like "typical response" than "sarcastic". Steve better hurry up or he's fired! LOL

No kidding...more Smilie options would be nice.... :(

[BTLFED R/T]

If you know some links and shit to a bunch of smilies, get that shit to Steve. I want to see every smily ever made on here! :D

[KicknAsphlt]

That's a tall order....

[BTLFED R/T]

AH, more jokes about height eh! :p

[KicknAsphlt]

AH, more jokes about height eh! :p

Funny thing, it wasn't meant to be...I caught it right before I hit the post button though...decided to just leave it as-is.... Just call it a 'Happy Accident'...HA!

[litlpunisher]

how strict will they be on the roll cage rule?

[BTLFED R/T]

I ran up there once a few years ago. It didn't seem too strict, but none of us went that fast. Only one way to find out though! HAHA

[litlpunisher]

long drive to get booted

[BTLFED R/T]

Well, Kenny didn't get booted from Gateway last year. And it is a VERY strict track. I don't think they even warned him. Usually a track will warn you first not to do it again, unless you come out and bust deep into the 10s, then you got a problem.

[hskr]

how strict will they be on the roll cage rule?

If it's like the 1st nats up there, the DRTC members will be doing the tech, so they weren't strict at all. But might be different now. Especially since the trucks will be a lot faster this time.

[DakotaLivLrg]

Pish-posh! Just start savin' now...and if yer still short of funds come meet time, just knock over a bank.... :D

well I do work at one :D:D ill see what i can do but its close to another trip of mine .. so not sure if i can save enough up for both trips ..

[ScatDak]

long drive to get booted

Yeah that reminds me of driving to Fontana for a NHRA Tech to tell me I cant race because my helmet was a Snell 2000 and he wanted to consficate it.

[Supercharged408]

Have any inside pull to possibly get another tour of the plant?? I missed the tour last time due to getting rear ended during the caravan on the way to the hotel.

Well, I do work on the new Ram program, so I would have to say yeah, I think I know some strings to pull... I will do my best to get that put into the agenday. I am already working with the Walter P Chrysler Museum and they are quite excited to have us, they have us on their weekly agenday to discuss what they can do for us. I am also working on getting some "special" suprises from the Mother Ship.

[Supercharged408]

DUDE -- That would be bad-ass! Looks like I need to start savin'! LOL! How've you been bro? Haven't talked to ya since Bremerton.

Been good bro, I am now officialy motivated to get my truck goin again! I have been kinda busy and not really into the truck for the past few years... the Magnum has been fun enough for the time being. I can't let my truck miss the big one back home, no WAY!

[BTLFED R/T]

Thanks Damon!!!

[hskr]

Been good bro, I am now officialy motivated to get my truck goin again! I have been kinda busy and not really into the truck for the past few years... the Magnum has been fun enough for the time being. I can't let my truck miss the big one back home, no WAY!

Does Kris Burl still work there?? Didn't him and his father set up the tour last time?

[Supercharged408]

If it's like the 1st nats up there, the DRTC members will be doing the tech, so they weren't strict at all. But might be different now. Especially since the trucks will be a lot faster this time.

Milan has gotten pretty strict since they got their IHRA certs... Its still a toss up, sometimes we can get away without a big hastle. We have some inside contacts, so we may be OK. Since its IHRA, 11.49 is cage rules.

My truck has been officialy banned from that track (even after not showing up for a year or so, they still wont let me run) untill I get a cage.

[03dakrt]

Well, I do work on the new Ram program, so I would have to say yeah, I think I know some strings to pull... I will do my best to get that put into the agenday. I am already working with the Walter P Chrysler Museum and they are quite excited to have us, they have us on their weekly agenday to discuss what they can do for us. I am also working on getting some "special" suprises from the Mother Ship.
Damon let me handle the plant tour I am friends with a past plant manager both at Warren Truck and SHAP. Any idea when changeover is at Warren Truck?

[Supercharged408]

Does Kris Burl still work there?? Didn't him and his father set up the tour last time?

Yup, he's still there.

And I just realized something that is going to get in the way of a plant tour... The Ram launch is right around that time, they probably wont let the public in there durring a new vehicle launch even though they had it displayed at the NAI Auto Show. But I will still try!

[Supercharged408]

Damon let me handle the plant tour I am friends with a past plant manager both at Warren Truck and SHAP. Any idea when changeover is at Warren Truck?

Sweeeeet, that helps! But as I just posted, Pilot phases will be running right around then. I can't (and wont for obvious reasons) give an exact date though.

[03dakrt]

Anyone intrested in SHAP (sebring,avenger,sebring vert) if we can't get into Warren Truck?

[BTLFED R/T]

Anyone intrested in SHAP (sebring,avenger,sebring vert) if we can't get into Warren Truck?

It might still be cool. I was thinking it might be a little too much to do for the SnS day. Unless it's real close to the Museum. Don't forget, there is voting and other things that will go on that day.

[Supercharged408]

Actualy, the plant tour on the first nat meet was done on registration day. Names were picked out of a hat since they only allowed 50ppl. A bonus for showing up early!

[BTLFED R/T]

That makes sense. Kinda sux, I don't know if I'll be there early enough!

[GoFastGray]

Yeah that reminds me of driving to Fontana for a NHRA Tech to tell me I cant race because my helmet was a Snell 2000 and he wanted to consficate it.

And then he wanted to consficate your truck after you did a burnout in his tech spot -lol

I don't know why he wanted to take the helmet though...that was BS

[ScatDak]

And then he wanted to consficate your truck after you did a burnout in his tech spot -lol

I don't know why he wanted to take the helmet though...that was BS

You never told me that one. Thank God you didn't I would have been up for murder charges :D

[Trueblue R/T]

Yeah that reminds me of driving to Fontana for a NHRA Tech to tell me I cant race because my helmet was a Snell 2000 and he wanted to consficate it.


Think he just wanted a new helment..

current rules on NHRA web site

Do I need a helmet, and if so, what kind?
A helmet is required for the driver of any car or truck running 13.99 seconds or quicker in the quarter mile, and for the rider of any motorcycle. Most drivers can use a helmet meeting SNELL K98, M2000, SA2000, M2005, or SA2005 specifications. Professional category and some alcohol burning vehicles require an SA rated helmet. It is important to note that the helmet rating must be designated on a tag INSIDE the helmet, or sewn to one of the helmet straps. The designation stenciled on the exterior of the helmet is insufficient for NHRA technical inspection. Also, some tracks require a helmet on ALL drivers, so check in advance.

[uwntsumrtII]

how strict will they be on the roll cage rule?

they are an IHRA sanctioned track. so be prepaired.

[uwntsumrtII]

long drive to get booted

i don't think they'll boot ya. just warn ya and tell you to slow down. there's a few of us that are gonna have this problem, LOL

[KicknAsphlt]

Been good bro, I am now officialy motivated to get my truck goin again! I have been kinda busy and not really into the truck for the past few years... the Magnum has been fun enough for the time being. I can't let my truck miss the big one back home, no WAY!

Yeah, I'm slowly workin' the kinks outta mine...might sink a good portion of my tax return into it to see about getting it done and putting the belt back on. Ignition box took a shit a year and a half ago and also pretty much fragged the factory regulator...so I've got lower fuel pressure to begin with, and it drops when I hit the throttle. So, belt has been off until I get those resolved. Kind of a good thing though, gives me a chance to throw some freshened up heads on and get the H.U. freshened up at Paxton (among a few other things).

[uwntsumrtII]

Well, I do work on the new Ram program, so I would have to say yeah, I think I know some strings to pull... I will do my best to get that put into the agenday. I am already working with the Walter P Chrysler Museum and they are quite excited to have us, they have us on their weekly agenday to discuss what they can do for us. I am also working on getting some "special" suprises from the Mother Ship.

ROCK ON DUDE!!!!

[Rick Adams]

Piston toss eh? I think the Michigan clan can get enough pistons together from old versions of their motors to support the entire club!

I've got 7 & pieces of eight!

Rick

[Supercharged408]

OK, WP Chrysler Museum is booked for the Show N Shine, free of charge!

$3.00 gets you a guided tour (group rate) and free if you got a Chrysler badge or retired.

I am working on getting the concept cars, if I go through the museum, they have a cost associated with the transport, gotta get those numbers still and see if its worth it.

I am also hopeing to get some SRT8's for some ride and drives, hopin for Chalengers... Got the VP of that division's contact info, now just gotta call.

Also, would there be enough interest for a porto-dyno at the track and the SnS? I am working on finding a good hookup for that too. Need to know how many people would wanna use it though I think.

[uwntsumrtII]

OK, WP Chrysler Museum is booked for the Show N Shine, free of charge!

$3.00 gets you a guided tour (group rate) and free if you got a Chrysler badge or retired.

I am working on getting the concept cars, if I go through the museum, they have a cost associated with the transport, gotta get those numbers still and see if its worth it.

I am also hopeing to get some SRT8's for some ride and drives, hopin for Chalengers... Got the VP of that division's contact info, now just gotta call.

Also, would there be enough interest for a porto-dyno at the track and the SnS? I am working on finding a good hookup for that too. Need to know how many people would wanna use it though I think.

that's fuckin AWESOME dude!! THANKS!!!

dyno sounds like a cool idea depending on cost.

[BTLFED R/T]

I know we tried that before. I don't know if cost was an issue of why it didn't happen. Find out a minimum and go from there. I'm sure it would go over well, even if it was a small amount to participate.

[yellowrtca]

I can't wait.It will be my first nats.I've been to Woodward 4 times and just love it.I misses last year but be there for sure this year.Thanks for the heads up on the hotel Rob.We know what happened the last time I found my own :eek:.lol
Robert

[bad360rt]

OK, WP Chrysler Museum is booked for the Show N Shine, free of charge!

$3.00 gets you a guided tour (group rate) and free if you got a Chrysler badge or retired.

I am working on getting the concept cars, if I go through the museum, they have a cost associated with the transport, gotta get those numbers still and see if its worth it.

I am also hopeing to get some SRT8's for some ride and drives, hopin for Chalengers... Got the VP of that division's contact info, now just gotta call.

Also, would there be enough interest for a porto-dyno at the track and the SnS? I am working on finding a good hookup for that too. Need to know how many people would wanna use it though I think.

Great work Damon! Thanks :) I'm really looking forward to checking out the museum, since I wasn't around for the first nat'l meet.

I would love to be able to drive or ride in an SRT-8 Challenger! As I'm sure would many others, hopefully that can be set up.

I'd be up for some dyno pulls, if the price isn't too bad.

[uwntsumrtII]

I can't wait.It will be my first nats.I've been to Woodward 4 times and just love it.I misses last year but be there for sure this year.Thanks for the heads up on the hotel Rob.We know what happened the last time I found my own :eek:.lol
Robert

LMFAO!!!!

yeah, that's the Hooker story, HAHAHAHA

[ddrango]

I can't wait guys - going to be funnn!!

[Pete102580]

I can't wait guys - going to be funnn!!

wait a sec... you cant afford to join the club, but youll be able to afford the trip to MI? im not really givin you shit- i just jumped from that thread to this one and found it ironic.
pete

[razman131]

And now what you've all been waiting for, the 2008 DRTC National Meet!

There will be more info posted in this thread as the details are worked out, but here are the basic details so that you can get your vacation request submitted and book your hotel room :D

LOCATION: Detroit, MI
DATES: Aug. 13th-15th

BONUS DAY: Aug 16th - WW Dream Cruise

HOST HOTEL: Crown Plaza
1500 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-4550

BACK-UP HOTEL: Hampton Inn
1500 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 370-0044

DRAG RACING: Milan Dragway
10860 Plank Road
Milan, MI 48160
(734) 439-7368

The 13th will be our Show & Shine, with a location to be announced, and the 14th and 15th will be autox and drag racing, again to be announced once the final details are worked out.

Our bonus day on Saturday is the Woodward Dream Cruise. For those who don't know about this event, it is the single largest cruise event in the country, drawing over 40,000 cars and over a million spectators. We will have a spot on Woodward that we can all park at, and then throughout the day folks can go cruising or hang out and watch others cruising, it is always a blast! For more information on the WDC, check out their website:

http://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/


hrmmmmmmm.... waht else am we doing in Aug??? def goin to have to bring the SRT8 to this..... no way we can pay for gas on TWO rides...

[92kota]

Do I need to be a paying member to go to the national meet? Can I be a member with a GENII? And can anyone give me a ball park price for the event so I can take out a loan. Sounds like it's going to be badass I have to go.

[uwntsumrtII]

to my knowlwdge you don't have to be a member to attend. there will be a way for non-members to register.

[BTLFED R/T]

Yes, non-members/non-R/T owners are able to attend. They can compete just like the owners, and have seperate awards for them as well. The thing we did differently this year than last year was, make an extra drag racing class for non-R/Ts. That class was for non-R/Ts, and members who didn't bring their R/T and wanted to compete. It made it alot easier, and no one complained about getting put out of the brackets by something other than an R/T.

We're shooting for as low as possible in the entry fees, last year was $180, and it won't come near that price this year. No real info yet, so we cannot give you anything more.

[slvr03dakrt]

does anyone have an idea of how much the hotel rooms are going to be. If i can get off work that week i am definatly going. I was going to go last year but my tranny went out in May so that set me back about 2200.

[bad360rt]

does anyone have an idea of how much the hotel rooms are going to be. If i can get off work that week i am definatly going. I was going to go last year but my tranny went out in May so that set me back about 2200.

Both hotels are $89/night, make sure you tell tham that you're with the Dakota R/T club to get that rate. :)

[BTLFED R/T]

Are we able to start calling them yet?

[uwntsumrtII]

Are we able to start calling them yet?

yes my friend, call away :biggthumpup:

[BTLFED R/T]

Well fuck! I'll do it tomorrow!

[Rooknute]

Awesome guys! Just reserved a room today! The Dakota R/T discount DEF helped out!!

and just a FYI, I'll be a paying member by then. I'm waiting for a paycheck that isn't already spent to join the site! lol

[bad360rt]

I knew I forgot to do something today, I'll call and book my room tomorrow :)

[slvr03dakrt]

Yep now i have to ask off work to see if i'm going to be able to go. Also is it going to cost anything to do the woodward cruise.

[uwntsumrtII]

Awesome guys! Just reserved a room today! The Dakota R/T discount DEF helped out!!

and just a FYI, I'll be a paying member by then. I'm waiting for a paycheck that isn't already spent to join the site! lol

rock on d00d!! :rockwoot:

[uwntsumrtII]

Yep now i have to ask off work to see if i'm going to be able to go. Also is it going to cost anything to do the woodward cruise.

Woodward will be a minimal expense. we usually do $10 to park which all goes to charity. but this year we'll all have to chip in for the catering bill.

[BTLFED R/T]

Got my room today too! :foshizzle:

[Rooknute]

This is my first R/T meet guys (always had 5.2's before), so from what I've read, there will be another charge on top of everything for the meet itself (to fund the club?)?

So Gas, Hotel, Food, and then shows? Everyone has their excuses, but with saving up for a wedding I need to start getting some figures, thats why I booked the room and figured out a price for gas...

[BTLFED R/T]

No sir. The meet fees cover all of the events, and usually a lunch or 2. Only thing extra you may/may not purchase, are shirts and raffle tickets for a few BIG items. And then we'll have the giveaways as well.

The Woodward Dream cruise has nothing to do with the club, it was just a cool thing to do the meet around for people who've never been. The business lot we park in usually brings in a caterer, and it was $10 bux basically to park there, and get a very nice lunch.

[Rooknute]

Sounds good!

Just so there is eventually a breakdown of what we'll need to bring as far as cash. I'm sure you guys are on top of things!

Thanx!

[GoFastGray]

Got my room today too! :foshizzle:

do you need to pay for it now? Or just give them your name and a card and put it on hold?

[Rooknute]

do you need to pay for it now? Or just give them your name and a card and put it on hold?

Name and card... you even have until 6 on the day before to cancel incase something comes up. No charges on your card until checkout.

[BTLFED R/T]

....and there you have it! :biggthumpup:

[Rooknute]

....and there you have it! :biggthumpup:


lol, yea. Its just nice for people to know that incase they don't have the cash for the room right now (myself included! lol).

3 nights stay with the R/T discount came to just shy of $302. Didn't realize they had a 13% tax! :bs: lol

[uwntsumrtII]

lol, yea. Its just nice for people to know that incase they don't have the cash for the room right now (myself included! lol).

3 nights stay with the R/T discount came to just shy of $302. Didn't realize they had a 13% tax! :bs: lol

it's always a good idea to split the rooms with another person or two as well.

[BTLFED R/T]

lol, yea. Its just nice for people to know that incase they don't have the cash for the room right now (myself included! lol).

3 nights stay with the R/T discount came to just shy of $302. Didn't realize they had a 13% tax! :bs: lol

3 nights? Arrive Tuesday and leave Sunday! :biggthumpup:

[Rooknute]

it's always a good idea to split the rooms with another person or two as well.


Yup, Amanda and myself will be in a room with Opie(Adam), Drew, and maybe one other person. So the price of the week/weekend really comes down!! :D


3 nights? Arrive Tuesday and leave Sunday! :biggthumpup:


Actually, the more we talk about it, the more likely that is to happen. We are already staying and leaving Sunday, so we'll def be there for 4 nights. But Amanda getting off work Tuesday is the question still in the air! So we might be doing a overnight run to the meet (leave after she gets off work Tuesday and just campout in the R/Truck, which we've done on many last min truck shows with Domination, lol).

[hskr]

Arrive tuesday, leaving Saturday. Woodward just isn't that big of a deal for me really. From what's been posted, they do quite a bit of cruising leading up to Saturday anyways. And I don't want to leave my parents watching my kids for too long. Need a better schedule of events for everyone, but I know that's still being hashed out, so I'm not in a big rush.

Also, I noticed on the meet info page that they have both the Hampton Inn and the Crown Plaza listed with the same address. The Hampton Inn has a different address than what's listed.

[BTLFED R/T]

This going to be so awesome! Come on people! You knw you want to be there!!!

[BTLFED R/T]

Arrive tuesday, leaving Saturday. Woodward just isn't that big of a deal for me really. From what's been posted, they do quite a bit of cruising leading up to Saturday anyways. And I don't want to leave my parents watching my kids for too long. Need a better schedule of events for everyone, but I know that's still being hashed out, so I'm not in a big rush.

Also, I noticed on the meet info page that they have both the Hampton Inn and the Crown Plaza listed with the same address. The Hampton Inn has a different address than what's listed.

They do cruise all week, but the big day is Saturday. The Big 3 and others usually have a spot to themselves and they have all kinds of cars, along with a few concepts. The Challenger was there last year, and about 5 other concepts.

So, you are going to make it? It'll prolly go down like every other year, I can almost garauntee the SnS will be the first day.

[hskr]

Yep, definitely going to make it this year.

[bad360rt]

Yup, first day will be the show & shine, like always, then thurs and fri will be autox and drag racing, just not sure which will be on which day yet :)

[blk00rt]

Yup, first day will be the show & shine, like always, then thurs and fri will be autox and drag racing, just not sure which will be on which day yet :)

actually it is going to depend on when we can get the track. SNS is scheduled for the first day but it will depend on when we can get milan.

[slvr03dakrt]

Well looks like i am actually going to make it this year my boss is actually being pretty cool about it. I told him i'd work my second week of vacation in nov. if he would let me have off for 4 days in aug.

[Supercharged408]

Arrive tuesday, leaving Saturday. Woodward just isn't that big of a deal for me really. From what's been posted, they do quite a bit of cruising leading up to Saturday anyways.

Wow bro, I think you got it alllll wrong about woodward. The cars are out like crazy the week before, but just here and there, not a HUGE cruise or anything, just a bunch of random cars out havin some fun. The BIG event is the day of the dream cruise, millions of cars man, MILLIONS!!!! There is no comparrison btwn the days leading up to the cruise and the cruise itself. The days before are fun, but not even close to the big day as far as CRAZY BADASS goes.

[hskr]

I dunno. Just doesn't appeal to me I guess.

[uwntsumrtII]

Yup, first day will be the show & shine, like always, then thurs and fri will be autox and drag racing, just not sure which will be on which day yet :)

we're planning so early that some of the places aren't open for scheduling yet (Milan Dragway) but Kenny is good friends of one of there past sponsor which happens to be realy good friends with the owner. :biggthumpup:

[BTLFED R/T]

It's fuckin' February! Tell them to get their shit together! LOL

[Supercharged408]

It's fuckin' February! Tell them to get their shit together! LOL

No shit, I can't beleive they dont get their schedule in line by the beginning of the year, at least the important dates?! Hopefully Rob and Kenny will hear somethin soon.

[bad360rt]

we're planning so early that some of the places aren't open for scheduling yet (Milan Dragway) but Kenny is good friends of one of there past sponsor which happens to be realy good friends with the owner. :biggthumpup:

Cool, hopefully we can get it for Thurs or Fri, lil easier having the S&S the first day, then you can let it get dirty for racing. :)

[Lederip]

we're planning so early that some of the places aren't open for scheduling yet (Milan Dragway) but Kenny is good friends of one of there past sponsor which happens to be realy good friends with the owner. :biggthumpup:

Placed the Call and waiting for Baxters reply. Hopfully I can post up the results before weeks end.

[Baloo]

Mind if a Hemi comes?

[BTLFED R/T]

Mind if a Hemi comes?

Hell no! The more the merrier! You can even compete for a Non-R/T award if you'd like! Participation prices to come soon. :biggthumpup:

[Baloo]

Non RT??? Guess you're worried about me killing you all in Auto X:drive:

[BTLFED R/T]

Non RT??? Guess you're worried about me killing you all in Auto X:drive:

We're all for a good challenge! Just bring it! :rockwoot:

[Trueblue R/T]

There are no autox awards for big o wale trucks that roll over and play dead..And if you have wired up the cop shop lights it won't help you get around any faster.. Should of hung onto kenmore..LOL

[Rick Adams]

Mind if a Hemi comes?

We like Hemi's....... :)

[bad360rt]

We like Hemi's....... :)

They taste like chicken :jester:

[Rigeldust]

You mean I gata drive all the way form TX back to my old home town for Nats. Ohhh well

[BTLFED R/T]

You mean I gata drive all the way form TX back to my old home town for Nats. Ohhh well

Hell yeah that's what it means! :biggthumpup:

[Rigeldust]

Do we know where on WW we will be parking at?

[Rigeldust]

OK, WP Chrysler Museum is booked for the Show N Shine, free of charge!

$3.00 gets you a guided tour (group rate) and free if you got a Chrysler badge or retired.

I am working on getting the concept cars, if I go through the museum, they have a cost associated with the transport, gotta get those numbers still and see if its worth it.

I am also hopeing to get some SRT8's for some ride and drives, hopin for Chalengers... Got the VP of that division's contact info, now just gotta call.

Also, would there be enough interest for a porto-dyno at the track and the SnS? I am working on finding a good hookup for that too. Need to know how many people would wanna use it though I think.

Sweet Ill bring my dad I bet that he will have flash backs from working there so long.
He watched my truck come all the way down the line out of paint.

[BTLFED R/T]

Teknicolors I believe is the spot.

We have a list of people who WILL be coming, want me to add you to it?

[BryanRT360]

Do we have a Group rate yet on the rooms? Do i call them and them them I'm with the DRTC? as is they want 650 from tues night to sunday morning. Also if i reserve a room will they put a deposit on my card? or charge me when the time comes?

[Rick Adams]

Do we have a Group rate yet on the rooms? Do i call them and them them I'm with the DRTC? as is they want 650 from tues night to sunday morning. Also if i reserve a room will they put a deposit on my card? or charge me when the time comes?

The group rate is $89; tell them you are with the DRTC to get it. I'm sure taxes will bump it up some but should not total $650! I believe you can cancel up until the actual date but ask to make sure ; they will not charge your card before your stay......

[03dakrt]

Rick,

I am shocked you have a Ferd. I know you worked for them but, how could you.:biggthumpup:

[BryanRT360]

Thanks Rick.

[Rick Adams]

Rick,

I am shocked you have a Ferd. I know you worked for them but, how could you.:biggthumpup:

Ha! It's been for sale for years, lots of people say they want it but its still here....
Oh yeah, it's only got 11,500 miles on it :bling:

[Rigeldust]

Teknicolors I believe is the spot.

We have a list of people who WILL be coming, want me to add you to it?

add me for sure :takesome:

[BTLFED R/T]

add me for sure :takesome:

Gotcha!:biggthumpup:

[Heavy D]

OK, I'm Coming, I'm not missing out on this event.
My hotel is booked from Tuesday till Sunday. The Crown Plaza for 89 a night is a good deal

[bad360rt]

OK, I'm Coming, I'm not missing out on this event.
My hotel is booked from Tuesday till Sunday. The Crown Plaza for 89 a night is a good deal

Hell yeah, looks like we're gonna have some heavy hitters at the Nats this year :rockwoot:

[bad360rt]

Booked my room, woohoo! Now I gotta find someone to split it with :biggthumpup:

[BTLFED R/T]

Booked my room, woohoo! Now I gotta find someone to split it with :biggthumpup:

I think Jamie needsa roommate! :la::laughing:

[bad360rt]

I think Jamie needsa roommate! :la::laughing:

He said he was already rooming with you, something about sharing a twin bed? :nana:

[BTLFED R/T]

He said he was already rooming with you, something about sharing a twin bed? :nana:

We split up. Something about falling for you. Said he likes guys with alot of tats! I'll let him know you're looking for someone to share! :jester:

[uwntsumrtII]

OK, I'm Coming, I'm not missing out on this event.
My hotel is booked from Tuesday till Sunday. The Crown Plaza for 89 a night is a good deal

:woot::drive::burnout::woot:

[Rigeldust]

This is going to rock. I need to make my res. at the hotel soon. I have never been there for that weekend. I use to run telegraph with my 1970 sport sat. with a 383. but that was 20 years ago. I cant wait to go back home.
its my trucks birthplace as well. :foshizzle:

[Rick Adams]

This is going to rock. I need to make my res. at the hotel soon. I have never been there for that weekend. I use to run telegraph with my 1970 sport sat. with a 383. but that was 20 years ago. I cant wait to go back home.
its my trucks birthplace as well. :foshizzle:

Used to do Telegraph as well with my 70 Charger & 70 Cyclone....
Parted out a 70 Sport Sat that was a 383 4spd 3:55 8 3/4... Shoulda saved that one!!

[Rigeldust]

Used to do Telegraph as well with my 70 Charger & 70 Cyclone....
Parted out a 70 Sport Sat that was a 383 4spd 3:55 8 3/4... Shoulda saved that one!!

I bet we raced lol mine was an ugly green 7:27 monster. Man was it fun to run Mustang GTs off the road back then.:rockwoot:

[mtlcafan79]

Booked my room, woohoo! Now I gotta find someone to split it with :biggthumpup:

When's your room for? I plan on doing the Tues-Sun thing like everyone else. I need to check and see if my dad wants to go. If that's the case, I'll get our own room. Otherwise I'd prob be down for splitting a room.

[bad360rt]

When's your room for? I plan on doing the Tues-Sun thing like everyone else. I need to check and see if my dad wants to go. If that's the case, I'll get our own room. Otherwise I'd prob be down for splitting a room.

I'm booked for Tues-Sun, but Ian has already offered to split the room, and I might have my brother in there too. Hope your Dad can make it, should be a good meet :biggthumpup:

[Badblkrt]

Is it 2 beds or 1 bed for $89 a night??

[Rooknute]

Is it 2 beds or 1 bed for $89 a night?


Its one room for 89 a night (up to 4 people). 2 in each bed. But they will bring in a cot for another 10 bucks so you can really have 5 people in there for 99bucks a night! Split that up and its cheap!

[Badblkrt]

Its one room for 89 a night (up to 4 people). 2 in each bed. But they will bring in a cot for another 10 bucks so you can really have 5 people in there for 99bucks a night! Split that up and its cheap!

Thank you, thats just what I needed to know..:biggthumpup:

[Opie]

Thank you, thats just what I needed to know..:biggthumpup:


ed you need to come out man and see your NX setup at work......ON MY TRUCK lol :burnout::burnout:

[Badblkrt]

ed you need to come out man and see your NX setup at work......ON MY TRUCK lol :burnout::burnout:

I'll be there, just as long as everything goes to plan..

[rlg]

Well I'm already scheduled off on 8/13 and 8/14. Now I just need to work on getting off the 12, 15-16. I won't be able to stay for the cruise, sadly. Or maybe a little bit of it. I'll need to be back at work on the 17th :(

[grapejuice1998]

Well I'm already scheduled off on 8/13 and 8/14. Now I just need to work on getting off the 12, 15-16. I won't be able to stay for the cruise, sadly. Or maybe a little bit of it. I'll need to be back at work on the 17th :(

That Durango is really launching HARD!:biggthumpup:

[Rick Adams]

Well I'm already scheduled off on 8/13 and 8/14. Now I just need to work on getting off the 12, 15-16. I won't be able to stay for the cruise, sadly. Or maybe a little bit of it. I'll need to be back at work on the 17th :(

The "unofficial" cruise will be happening all week long. With our hotel about 10 minutes away from Woodward, you'll have plenty of time to see what it's all about :)

[rlg]

That Durango is really launching HARD!:biggthumpup:

Haha I know, it's ridiculous. Look at those sidewalls lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v161/wankelslangin/durango2.jpg

[rlg]

The "unofficial" cruise will be happening all week long. With our hotel about 10 minutes away from Woodward, you'll have plenty of time to see what it's all about :)

Well that's good to hear. I just need to get off my ass and get some hotel reservations.

[BTLFED R/T]

Haha I know, it's ridiculous. Look at those sidewalls lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v161/wankelslangin/durango2.jpg

Is that the MT Drag radials doing that?!

[hskr]

Just finally booked my room today.

[BryanRT360]

Just booked my room today:rockwoot: See ya in august:burnout:

[bad360rt]

Just booked my room today:rockwoot: See ya in august:burnout:

Hellz yeah!!! :rockwoot:

[mtlcafan79]

Got my room for Mon-Sun.

[bad360rt]

I need to change my room to Mon :)

[rlg]

Is that the MT Drag radials doing that?!

Sho is

[blk00rt]

I need to change my room to Mon :)

Let me know when you guys get in town...I live about 10-15 minutes from the hotel.

[mtlcafan79]

Our NE group on Monday should be in around 6-7pm or so.

[Pete102580]

do we know how much the meet fee is?

all this talk about next years meet... do we know how much this years is?

[uwntsumrtII]

we're workin on getting the cost of the auto-x ironed out right now. Dave Lyons and I that is. i hope to get it situated by the end of the week.

[jw02rcrt]

The "unofficial" cruise will be happening all week long. With our hotel about 10 minutes away from Woodward, you'll have plenty of time to see what it's all about :)
Hey Rick....NICE STRIPES!!!!!!

[Rick Adams]

Hey Rick....NICE STRIPES!!!!!!

Thanks Jack! They came with the truck, so I really can't take credit for 'em ... :)

[Kbabiasz]

And now what you've all been waiting for, the 2008 DRTC National Meet!

There will be more info posted in this thread as the details are worked out, but here are the basic details so that you can get your vacation request submitted and book your hotel room :D

LOCATION: Detroit, MI
DATES: Aug. 13th-15th

BONUS DAY: Aug 16th - WW Dream Cruise

HOST HOTEL: Crown Plaza - $89/night
1500 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-4550

BACK-UP HOTEL: Hampton Inn - $89/night
1500 N. Opdyke Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 370-0044

Make sure you tell the hotel that you're with the Dakota R/T Club to get the discounted rate.

DRAG RACING: Milan Dragway
10860 Plank Road
Milan, MI 48160
(734) 439-7368

The 13th will be our Show & Shine, held at the Chrysler Museum, and the 14th and 15th will be autox and drag racing, to be announced once the final details are worked out.

Our bonus day on Saturday is the Woodward Dream Cruise. For those who don't know about this event, it is the single largest cruise event in the country, drawing over 40,000 cars and over a million spectators. We will have a spot on Woodward that we can all park at, and then throughout the day folks can go cruising or hang out and watch others cruising, it is always a blast! For more information on the WDC, check out their website:

http://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/



You guys seriously have a spot on woodward, you know how hard that is to come by. People put in for spots at least a year in advance.

And i will warn you, if you guys plan on cruising, i suggest you pick a couple mile stretch and stick to it. cuz around bloomfield hills and where Chrysler has its vehicles, gets crowded like no other. Last year it took me about 2hrs to cover around a 5mile stretch heading south, i gave up so im going to find me a back route to take when things get backed up

[Trueblue R/T]

You guys seriously have a spot on woodward, you know how hard that is to come by. People put in for spots at least a year in advance.

And i will warn you, if you guys plan on cruising, i suggest you pick a couple mile stretch and stick to it. cuz around 13mile and beaumont, gets crowded like no other. Last year it took me about 2hrs to cover around a 3-5mile stretch heading south, i gave up so im going to find me a back route to take when things get backed up

lol your computer has the hickups

[blk00rt]

We have had the same spot on woodward for 4 or 5 years, up near pontiac. Its more fun in Pontiac because you can actually cruise.

[Kbabiasz]

We have had the same spot on woodward for 4 or 5 years, up near pontiac. Its more fun in Pontiac because you can actually cruise.

Ohh yeah, duhh, i forgot about the paint place, but you guys think you will be able to fit all of the trucks there? I have seen a few pics from R/T meets and there are a shitload of trucks that show up

[uwntsumrtII]

You guys seriously have a spot on woodward, you know how hard that is to come by. People put in for spots at least a year in advance.

And i will warn you, if you guys plan on cruising, i suggest you pick a couple mile stretch and stick to it. cuz around bloomfield hills and where Chrysler has its vehicles, gets crowded like no other. Last year it took me about 2hrs to cover around a 5mile stretch heading south, i gave up so im going to find me a back route to take when things get backed up

we've had a spot secured on Woodward for years. and we kow about all the congestion at 13 mile. our spot is up in Pontiac. there's a decent stretch South of Pontiac that's never congested.

[uwntsumrtII]

Ohh yeah, duhh, i forgot about the paint place, but you guys think you will be able to fit all of the trucks there? I have seen a few pics from R/T meets and there are a shitload of trucks that show up

it'll be tight, but i think we'll be ok.

[Kbabiasz]

Im about 20min away from pontiac, straight stretch down m59 for me. I showed up last year but there were only a couple trucks, I'll show up this year even though my 2008 isnt a R/T, as long as theres room, if not ill have to park some where

[uwntsumrtII]

all Daks & Durs are welcome to join us.

[BTLFED R/T]

You won't be the only newer style Dak, there will be one coming up from St.Louis with us. The more the merrier! :biggthumpup:

[Kbabiasz]

Hell i would be willing to go to the dragstrip to see what my truck can do. If im not mistaken, these new 4.7's have roughly the same power as the older 5.9's
Im at 302Hp, and 329ft lb's of tq and the the 5.9's are 245hp and 335 ft lb's of tq, unless i read wrong. But then again i do weigh close to 5000lb's

[BTLFED R/T]

Hell i would be willing to go to the dragstrip to see what my truck can do. If im not mistaken, these new 4.7's have roughly the same power as the older 5.9's
Im at 302Hp, and 329ft lb's of tq and the the 5.9's are 245hp and 335 ft lb's of tq, unless i read wrong. But then again i do weigh close to 5000lb's

Some were 250/345. I assume you have a Ram being that heavy?

[Kbabiasz]

Some were 250/345. I assume you have a Ram being that heavy?

Nope, 2008 Dodge dakota laramie, Quad cab 4x4 with the 2nd Gen v8

Im sorry, its roughly 4500lb's

[BTLFED R/T]

Nope, 2008 Dodge dakota laramie, Quad cab 4x4 with the 2nd Gen v8

Im sorry, its roughly 4500lb's

That's cool! Come on out, the more the merrier! :biggthumpup:

[Special Ed's R/T - Yaaaay]

Nope, 2008 Dodge dakota laramie, Quad cab 4x4 with the 2nd Gen v8

Im sorry, its roughly 4500lb's


How do you like it, I'm thinking of trading my diesel ram for one.

[Kbabiasz]

How do you like it, I'm thinking of trading my diesel ram for one.

Aside from the fact that i dont have heated seats or a trailer hitch, I like it. The v8 def has more then enough power, although gas mileage could be a bit better, i drive mine 18miles from my house to work and speeds range from 45-70 and i get roughly 15mpg, i can get up to 18mpg if im doing steady highway driving, but note, i have less then 2k on my motor so its not really broken in. I have already crashed it though and its pretty durable. Ride quality is nice, the alpine system is really good for a stocker, and IMO its better then the bose and infinity packages that come in some cars. It now has automatic headlights which the 05-07 didnt have, it has a multi positional tailgate which is nice if you haul shit. removable cup holders in the center console to make some more storage room. They now include a fold up basket that sits under the back seats(this was an option on the previous model.

I have the 2 tone interior leather, with the alpine system, 6 cd changer, satellite radio and all the other little toys, except for the Navi system, heated seats, trailer hitch, sun roof and side steps. Not that i need that stuff but.......

But other then that, i like it, its a big step up over my previous 06. I do plan on putting some mods on it to try and help get me some more MPG's but cuz its a lease i can only do so much


idk if you can view it but here is my thread with my truck pics before and after the accident
http://www.dakota-durango.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50509

[Kbabiasz]

IM def going to take the day off to hit the show and shine and the museum since its only a 16mile stretch straight down M59 for me.:hail:

[Rigeldust]

What's the theme?? Was there a thread about the theme.

I thought I saw it somewhere. Hummmm



The
Return Home
To
The Motor City Mother
2008

Something like that?

[BTLFED R/T]

I'm hoping for "Light My Tires II: Return to Hell"

The first meet was "Light My Tires" and they did some stuff in Hell, MI, so that was one of the choices thrown out.

[Rigeldust]

I'm hoping for "Light My Tires II: Return to Hell"

The first meet was "Light My Tires" and they did some stuff in Hell, MI, so that was one of the choices thrown out.

The Return Home
Detroit City
One Hell of a Mother
2008

[BTLFED R/T]

:umno::jester:

[Trueblue R/T]

:umno::jester:

Ok how about {The hope I can get towed home because I can only afford enough gas to get there national meet..}

[bad360rt]

Ok how about {The hope I can get towed home because I can only afford enough gas to get there national meet..}

LOL

The praying I don't break anything national meet (that goes for me and the truck lol) :biggthumpup:

[Rigeldust]

:umno::jester:

You know I thought I liked you but I not so sure now. Sometimes you can be so poopie. and not nice too. :nono:

how about "stuck in Detroit with 12 MPG and $4 gas 2008"

The back can say "will race for GAS"

[BTLFED R/T]

You know I thought I liked you but I not so sure now. Sometimes you can be so poopie. and not nice too. :nono:

how about "stuck in Detroit with 12 MPG and $4 gas 2008"

The back can say "will race for GAS"

:jester:

Gas already $4, we'll have to change that to $5! :bs:

Dave (bad425rt) used to have a sticker that said, "I'd race ya, but I can't afford the F%^*ING GAS! Or something to that effect. HAH

[bad360rt]

:jester:

Gas already $4, we'll have to change that to $5! :bs:

Dave (bad425rt) used to have a sticker that said, "I'd race ya, but I can't afford the F%^*ING GAS! Or something to that effect. HAH

Yup, it's gone now, but it would be even more true today! Got it from Sam. :biggthumpup:

[tcuillier]

Yup, it's gone now, but it would be even more true today! Got it from Sam. :biggthumpup:

I've got one of those stickers too.

Tom

[dline]

what time is the show and shine on thursday at walter p museum?

[blk00rt]

what time is the show and shine on thursday at walter p museum?

we are shooting for noon however with the club it will probably start more like 1 pm and I think it goes to 6 pm

[uwntsumrtII]

what time is the show and shine on thursday at walter p museum?

noon till 6pm

[dline]

http://www.lxforums.com/board/showthread.php?t=126539&highlight=woodward

[dline]

anyone want to dyno tomorrow?? or lapeer dragway on sunday???

[uwntsumrtII]

anyone want to dyno tomorrow?? or lapeer dragway on sunday???

???????????????????????

um, we have a Meet going on and the Woodward Dream Cruise.