Denver Ford Fest Meet,6/25-6-27

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Rocky Mtn. Ford Fest, SC/MN12,...meet June, 25-27, Denver,CO.
We will have a designated motel for SCs, and all MN12 & other T-birds are welcome & encouraged to attend.
The event hotel is: DAYS INN, at 15059 W. Colfax, Golden CO. 80401
We have reserved a block of 10 rooms,
Please call 1-800-241-2340 & tell them you are with the Thunderbird Group, mention confirmation #70085984 to get the discount rate on rooms $75.65/night,..... get 'em soon!, Regular rates are $89
Location is just off I-70 & Colfax, west Denver,...about 10-15min from the track. which is located at C-470 & Morrison Rd

Fri evening,6-25-04: Early arrivals will meet at the Motel & hang out.
Sat 6-26-04,from 10am-3pm: Dyno Day: DYNO PRO (http://www.dynopro.com) we will be reserving dyno time for those interested for $50 for 3-4 baseline pulls, & possibly tuning depending on available time.
Get on the Dyno List soon to guarantee your dyno time, as we will have a limited amount of time for dynos on Sat.
Sat Evening Group dinner: location to be decided by group at time of event.
Sunday 6-27-04:approx: 8am: RACE & SHOW ,Bandimere Speedway (http://www.bandimere.com/events/displayevent_detail.cfm?eventID=132) Annual Ford Fest, This event is an all Ford Show & Race, You can Show, Race or Both!
Race/ Show $30
Show ONLY $25
Spectator $12
Check out the web sites for other questions on the events.
We hope to have some Birds show from the crazy SW bunch, NW, and possibly others from surrounding area.
This event is looking hopeful, for being the best MN12 event in the Rockie mountain area ever.
Hope to see some old & new friends!
Keep posted as to more updates & hotel accomidations.
or contact:
Michele & Todd (huffman@sterlingcomputer.net)
TJ-D-Signs/Todd J (tjpaint@kci.net)

[19dCavScout]

I am down in Colorado Springs. Will definately be up there. I'll just drive home though, its only na hour or so from the springs. See ya there!

[92bird]

I am down in Colorado Springs. Will definately be up there. I'll just drive home though, its only na hour or so from the springs. See ya there!

Or you can crash with us at the hotel. We might get one of those cool connecting rooms and make a party night out of it :)

Jeramie

[19dCavScout]

Sounds like a plan. I just got to see how much cas I'm going to have. I'm not going to be able to race though. I won't pass tech because of an oil leak and a leaky radiator. Will dyno though. Gimme a call to work details out. 719-210-8342

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

I'm trying to get a list together for the dyno on Sat 6/26/04.
Please post here with the car model & year, & your name if you want to be counted.
I will add names to the list below, as you post.
We have the dyno from 10am -3pm.
I will try to reserve everyone a spot but since we only have 5 hrs, it may be on a first come, first serve basis.
Note, this dyno is setup for T-Birds first, though we will make exceptions to fill the spots.
We need a minimum of 10 cars for this.
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DYNO LIST:
Todd J, ...................92 T-Bird SC
Jeramie Schall, .........92 T-Bird SC
Ron Lauer.................90 T-Bird SC
Max.........................91 T-Bird SC
Nick ...............90 T-Bird SC/35th, Ann.
Tony McColl..............94 T-Bird LX
Bill Fickas,................96 Sable
Mike ,................02 GTP



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[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Please note the Hotel info added at the top of thread.
You must call & mention the T-Bird group & confirmation #, to get the discounted rate.

[92bird]

Jeramie Schall 1992 Thunderbird SC

[SableOHC]

Hello,
I've been talking with Jeramie over on the Taurus (TCCA) forum. He mentioned to me (via email) that there might be some spare slots available for this dyno day. If you need another non-T-bird car to round out the 10, I'd like to bring my 96 Sable.
-Bill Fickas, Denver

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Yes, you can bring the sable ( is this the high powered one he spoke of?)
If so we definately want to see it on the dyno.
If not you can still get in, Only catch is I promised TBirds, first spots but they have to be there to get on the dyno...so If your there early you'll likely get on!

[92bird]

Todd, Bills' car has the 3.0L 24V duratec engine, which is mostly stock save for a 75mm MAF, and K&N I believe. It is gonna be interesting comparing its output to the 3.0L 24V SHO engine (yamaha designed). We might have a SHO or two show up. I highly doubt we will have 10 t-birds, but you never know.

Jeramie

[Thumper91]

I'd like to bring my GTP to the dyno to get a baseline before a few minor mods .. so if there's a spot open .. put me on the list.. if it's OK with everyone (be interesting to see the output differences between the diff SC 3.8's).. I promise I'll have my bird running one of these days.. and actally bring it to one of these shindigs..

Mike

P.S. 2002 Pontac Grand Prix GTP

[SableOHC]

The Sable engine is the stock 24Valve DOHC, except for the 75mm MAF and "filter on a stick". Actually, it was running slower than other similar cars at the drag strip last week, so I'd like to see if there are any particular low spots in the power/torque output, or whether it is just low all over. (Maybe I should just give up and get an SC instead ;) )

I'll plan on being there early, and understand there may not be time if enough T-birds are there.

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Jeramie, I think we will have 10 birds or more if all you local guys bring your cars. But as I said before anyone is welcome...we just want to keep the dyno for birds first, but that depends on who shows to dyno early.
You guys are on the list.

[slayer]

I dunno yet if I will be staying in the hotel or doing the dyno... If I can locate and purchase a Mark prior to the event I will do the dyno, otherwise I already have the baselines for my TBird. I will be there either way though...

Sam

[92bird]

Yeah dude! Get an SC! You're gonna want one after riding in any one of ours!

These things are so easy to get power out of, too!

Like Todd said, Tbirds first though.

Jeramie

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Yeah dude! Get an SC! You're gonna want one after riding in any one of ours!

These things are so easy to get power out of, too!

Like Todd said, Tbirds first though.

Jeramie
Jeramie do you know if Ron want his name on the list??
I'd really like to see his car on the dyno...interested in the #s he will make.
Find out, & post for him...thanks

[slayer]

Yeah dude! Get an SC! You're gonna want one after riding in any one of ours!

These things are so easy to get power out of, too!

Like Todd said, Tbirds first though.

Jeramie


I already have ridden in one. or maybe even three of em :) They are a lot of fun, but I have my eye on a Mark. Plus everyone wants to much money for their SC's :) I can get a decked out Mark for what some people are asking for their SC's... but we will see. I am open to either SC, 96/97 4.6, or a Mark... Just has to be leather and has to have a sun roof... And engine has to be sound... Tranny can need replacing as long as it is a Auto... Anyways, can't wait to see all the birds in one spot.

Sam

[92bird]

Find an SC with a bad AOD.. I have a hi-po AOD I just built sitting in the basement I'll part with for cheeep..

Add Ron Lauer, 1990 SC to the list. I confirmed him today (he doesn't have internet right now)

Jeramie

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

UPDATE: Special Motel rates for FORD FEST MEET 6/25/04-2/26/04
If you call before 6-11-04 you can get your room reserved for $69/night.
Call 1-800-241-2340
Give them confirmation #70085984
Tell them your going to be with the thunderbird group
This rate only applies to our group & until Friday 6/11/04
After that I don't know if they will honor this rate.
They said they would try to extend it & let me know, but for now this is the best deal your going to get on a room....so hurry & get your rooms now!

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

OK, times gonna get short here...We want to make this thing a good turn out. Anyone else want on the dyno list?

Also I'll start a list of whos attending, & whos staying at the motel or not.

Attendy_____________Motel Reservation
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Todd & Michele............yes
Jeramie Schall..............?
Ron Lauer...................?
Dr Fred......................
Max..........................yes
Kory & Gina Hawkins.....yes
Sam..........................?
Mike..........................
Bill Fickas...................
Doug Walker...............Yes?
Tony McColl...............
Nick .............?

[92bird]

I'm splittin' a room with Max Sat. Night only.. Ron might sleep on the floor in our room.

J-

[19dCavScout]

Don't think I am going to be able to make it and if for some reason I can I doubt I will be able to stay at the hotel. Had to move into an apartment. Well see though.

[SableOHC]

I live here in Denver, so I won't be staying at the Hotel :D

[19dCavScout]

Hmm, I have thought aof a way I might be able to go and dyno. My birthday is on the 3rd of July and if I can get my birthday money before then, which is possible, I will definately be up there.

[Max]

Hey Todd, I called the number above and was told the rooms were released by the hotel and to call the hotel directly to make reservations. Do you have the hotels number?
---Max

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Hey Todd, I called the number above and was told the rooms were released by the hotel and to call the hotel directly to make reservations. Do you have the hotels number?
---Max

Seems they're trying to Jack us around, You need to call the Motel direct now. Between the hrs of 9-5, M-F.
Ask to talk to someone who has something to do with blocks of rooms that were reserved for 6-25 & 6-27, Tell them you were told to call direct by the GROUP RATES people.
bitch a bit & tell them we were told they would hold the rooms until 6-18..
mention the confirmation # too!....70085984, thunderbird group.
If you have any problems call me at 970-580-0909
That # is: 1-303-277-0200

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Hmm, I have thought aof a way I might be able to go and dyno. My birthday is on the 3rd of July and if I can get my birthday money before then, which is possible, I will definately be up there.

Nick,
I'm posting under my other halfs ID. I called last weekend to chat with you.
Your gal ( I guess thats who she was, bring her along),said you both where planning on attending.
Hope you can make it.
Looking forward to meeting you.
In case your interested, Michele usually races the SC(unless I'm Lucky), and there will be several of the guys bringing there girls with them.

It looks like we will have at least (3) 300+ hp SCs at the dyno & show/race; mine included. So if you've never been around a powerful SC this would be your chance to see how they can perform.
My SC previously put down 376 rwhp & 407 rwtq, so that equates to close to 450 Hp at the crank.
92 Bird will be there with his 5 speed & lat fall he put down like 330 rwhp & 400 rwtq.
Ron Lauers SC is just getting finished up & we expect him to put down close to 300 rwhp

Call if you want to discuss the meet, events, etc...970-580-0909

Todd "SC Graphics guy"

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

MAX & others,
The Hotel stuff is all OK again ,but they will only honor the $69 rate until this friday 6-18-04,
Just call the Motel direct,That # is: 1-303-277-0200
give them the group reservation #70085984
and tell them its for the Thunderbird group
feel free to contact me for any info.
My e-mail (tjpaint@kci.net)

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Theres only 2 classes we can compete in.
The 5.0 shootout or the street class.
We all can compete in 1 class or split up & do whatever.
Last year Michele & I were lead to beleive we had to run in the street class, only to find out later that wasn't true.
You know the old thing, if its a Ford it must be a Mustang( isn't the stang the only car Ford ever made?
She ended up racing slow old trucks & slow stangs etc. There were some lightnings & a few faster cars but most were even things like old galaxie 500s & the like.
They say we can run in the 5.0 class, that includes 4.6s & 5.4s, however strange it may seem. I feel it would be more fun to run some real cars no matter how fast they are. Last year there were stock stangs running from 16s down to SCed stangs in the 10s. (most cars in the class ran 13s & 14s)
If we win ( fat chance) it would be a bit funny if a 3.8 won the 5.0 class at the Ford fest...he, he, he...( hell its a 5.0, its just running on 6 cyl)
We'd just like to kick some 5.0 mustang but!( be it slow or fast)
What do you guys think?

[92bird]

Got some bad news.. I will not be attending with my SC this year :(

They just sprayed it tonight, and will buff it out next week. It looks immaculate (words cannot express how nice it looks), but there is too much work to do before the show. The interior is fully dis-assembled, and so is the exterior. My downpipe welds cracked on the exhaust and I need to re-do the whole thing again.. :mad: It sounds like *** right now.

I rushed some things and may regret doing so, so I am stopping right now and just doing everything right.

Ron is in the same boat I am, not enough time to have his car ready. He has been borrowing his Grandpa's van to do his job (a courier), and can no longer use it. In order to keep his job he has to get another car to use (obvisouly NOT his SC), so I found him a nice running, low mileaged Taurus SHO that has some mild front end damage for $400 (car also has about $2,500 worth of suspention mods..). The car is worth $8,500 or so (before the accident) its really a nice car, so it would have been dumb to pass up that deal.

http://members.tccoa.com/92bird/sho/Mvc-012s.jpg

I committed to the dyno run, so if my presence is needed to make 10 people I will keep my commitment and run with my Taurus. Ron will most likely NOT be able to participate in the dyno. If he does, it will probably be with his new SHO..

[slayer]

I will be at the race for sure and at the dyno day, just not dynoing. There is a small chance I might fly down to Texas and pick up a Mark and bring it back for Saturday otherwise I will just have my Tbird which I already have the baseline for. Beyond that about the race and which class to run in. I had bee wondering about that and is actually the reason I got on here today was to ask... I don't care which class I run in, it's all bracketed and handicapped right? Which class has the cooler prize for winning? Cause I'd like to get some money or hardware (got to aim for something right?) I won't be staying at the hotel, a friend volunteered her place for me.

Sam

[SCgraphics guy]

Got some bad news.. I will not be attending with my SC this year :(

They just sprayed it tonight, and will buff it out next week. It looks immaculate (words cannot express how nice it looks), but there is too much work to do before the show. The interior is fully dis-assembled, and so is the exterior. My downpipe welds cracked on the exhaust and I need to re-do the whole thing again.. :mad: It sounds like *** right now.

I rushed some things and may regret doing so, so I am stopping right now and just doing everything right.

Ron is in the same boat I am, not enough time to have his car ready. He has been borrowing his Grandpa's van to do his job (a courier), and can no longer use it. In order to keep his job he has to get another car to use (obvisouly NOT his SC), so I found him a nice running, low mileaged Taurus SHO that has some mild front end damage for $400 (car also has about $2,500 worth of suspention mods..). The car is worth $8,500 or so (before the accident) its really a nice car, so it would have been dumb to pass up that deal.

I committed to the dyno run, so if my presence is needed to make 10 people I will keep my commitment and run with my Taurus. Ron will most likely NOT be able to participate in the dyno. If he does, it will probably be with his new SHO..
So your not going to show the car, will you still try & get it on the dyno?
I think there will be a few interested in seeing the #s you put down first hand.
I know Doug walker is going to be there & I'm sure it would help Fred out if he can see what hes been waiting so patiently for. (Freds Cam)

[SCgraphics guy]

I will be at the race for sure and at the dyno day, just not dynoing. There is a small chance I might fly down to Texas and pick up a Mark and bring it back for Saturday otherwise I will just have my Tbird which I already have the baseline for. Beyond that about the race and which class to run in. I had bee wondering about that and is actually the reason I got on here today was to ask... I don't care which class I run in, it's all bracketed and handicapped right? Which class has the cooler prize for winning? Cause I'd like to get some money or hardware (got to aim for something right?) I won't be staying at the hotel, a friend volunteered her place for me.

Sam

Sam, The street class award is a cheap trophy...I think that answers the question. .......got to do the 5.0 shootout! $400 1st,& I beleive theres cash for 2nd & 3rd place too!, I dont remember the amount.

[Thumper91]

I still plan on bringing my GTP to the dyno.. and I'll be in attendance on sun.. but obviously, no car..
I don't need a hotel room either.. but if there threatens to be a party.. I might show up for the heck of it..

[slayer]

It sounds like the 5.0 shootout is the way to go... You guys gonna be at the dyno pretty much all day sat.? I'd love to see the rest of the Birds from colorado I keep hearing about. Does it look like you are going to have more slots for the dyno than you do people to fill it? If so I have a friend with a supercharged Harley and a contour svt that might be interested.

Sam

[SCgraphics guy]

It sounds like the 5.0 shootout is the way to go... You guys gonna be at the dyno pretty much all day sat.? I'd love to see the rest of the Birds from colorado I keep hearing about. Does it look like you are going to have more slots for the dyno than you do people to fill it? If so I have a friend with a supercharged Harley and a contour svt that might be interested.

Sam

I don't know about the Harley but it would be cool to see how the Contour SVT would do.....Is he going to the show/race as well?
Tell him to bring it over, just get there before 2pm Sat.

[slayer]

The Harley is nice. He has a lot of money in it and it is fairly fast. Surprised me. It rides on full air suspension and is nice... The SVT is alright, but the Harley is what I would like to see on the Dyno. I will give him a call and see if he wants to. He is not much of a people person, but I will see if I can get him to stop by. I doubt he is going to the race/show simply because he isn't into that kind of stuff.

Sam

[SCgraphics guy]

I still plan on bringing my GTP to the dyno.. and I'll be in attendance on sun.. but obviously, no car..
I don't need a hotel room either.. but if there threatens to be a party.. I might show up for the heck of it..

Don't worry about not having your Ford, Glad to have you.
BTW how is that AED LX coming along?

[Thumper91]

Don't worry about not having your Ford, Glad to have you.
BTW how is that AED LX coming along?

suspension, rearend, brakes, tranny (thanks to Jeramie), GFX.. all of it is done.. I have my heads and headers ready to go.. just need to get the shortblock together.. was supposed to be done by my Birthday (thurs).. but the house decided to steal my engine money.. should be done in the next couple of months.. and I'll definitly be showing and mabey going down the track next year..

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Cool, can't wait to see it. or take a ride, Maybe next year you can tag along with the bunch that comes down to Julesburg Dragstrip once in a while.
You will see better ETs down a bit lower than Bandamere.
Our 92 generally sees 13.8-14.2 at Denver but runs 13.3-13.5 at Julesburg.
Our best ET to date was a year ago at St Louis when we ran 13.0 @103mph.
The car only made 298rwhp at that time & now its seeing between 350-375rwhp
so our low elevation ETs should easily be in the Mid 12s.
Look forward to seeing you again.
Todd & Michele

[SableOHC]

Just checking in to say I'd still like to sneak in with my Sable, if there's room.

-Bill

[SCgraphics guy]

The dyno is still a go.
Actually I talked to the Owner of the dyno today & he said theres no problem with not having enough cars....seems there will be plenty of takers, He said we can have it until after 3pm now as his plans have changed so there should be plenty of time to get everyone on. Also a Guy down here with a SCed 94 5.0 Cobra will be showing up. Hes someone I met a few weeks back at the track and will also be attending the show on Sunday.

[92bird]

George Trudeau (Todd you remember him, black '96 T/A ragtop) said he had a few guys that were interested.

I'll be there, prolly with the Taurus though.. Ron wants to run his new '95 SHO.. That thing has some ballz.

Jeramie

[slayer]

What time is everyone getting to the dyno on saturday? I talked with my friend and he isn't for sure if he will be able to stop by. If he does he will bring both his contour and his harley. I really want to see what the harley puts down at the wheels...

Sam

[SCgraphics guy]

J.
I don't care, Tell him to stop by if he wants to get embarrased by ford power!
But seriously though, Its cool with me.
S
As far as I'm concerned he can bring either or both , but I'm not sure if Dyno pro is setup for the bike thing, you would have to call & ask. 303-455-2443

See you there!
I should be in Denver ( Hotel) by 5pm. Friday.

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

Dyno starts at 10am.

[2 Hot 2 Handle]

For those intested in attending or just coming to hang out.
Heres a summary of events aprox. times, locations etc...

Hotel
location: DAYS INN, at 15059 W. Colfax, Golden CO. 80401
MAP: click here (http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?country=US&countryid=US&addtohistory=&searchtype=address&cat=&address=15059%20W%20Colfax%20Ave&city=Golden&state=CO&zipcode=80401%2d4022&search=%20%20Search%20%20&searchtab=address)
We will be meeting with others Fri evening, BYOB,kick'n it at the Hotel after 5pm

DYNO
Location: 5330 Tennyson Street, Denver, CO
Click here for info on the dyno (http://www.dynopro.com/)
MAP (http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?country=US&countryid=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=address&searchtype=address&address=5330+Tennyson+Street&city=Denver&state=CO&zipcode=&search=++Search++)
Sat : We will be at the dyno from 10am-7pm, or until finished

Phill Long Ford Day
Location: Bandamere Speedway, C-470 & Morrison Rd.
MAP (http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?country=US&countryid=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=address&searchtype=address&address=&city=Morrison+&state=CO&zipcode=&search=++Search++)
Click here for event info: (http://www.bandimere.com/events/displayevent_detail.cfm?eventID=132)
Hope this helps,
See You There!!

[slayer]

The Harley is a Ford Harley F-150. Basically just a 4-door luxury Lightning, not the bike. The harley is faster than his younger brothers lightning... He uses the Harley as a family vehicle while the contour is his daily driver. I will let him know it is cool to stop by. Thank you for the break down of the events and times etc...

Sam

[SCgraphics guy]

OK, I wasn't putting it together...tell him to bring it down!
I should have known as I looked at buying one of those a while back

[slayer]

Just watned to say I had a great time and it was good meeting everyone finally. Next year we will have to make sure one of use walks away with some sort of award... Ohh and when are we goin to redeem those certificates?

SAm

[SableOHC]

The dyno results were a bit odd, but interesting. Thanks for letting me fill a spot with the Sable. I'd be happy to do it again if there are open slots on future dyno missions :D