WagonFest Mid-Atlantic

Gotcha Roger!

Directions for the post-Fest cruise are posted!

So put me down as a definitely strong maybe. I have family in Winchester, I just have to see if I can get the day off work... And if the Wagon is running then. Ha.

You are hereby listed as questionable.

I just set plans with my family for accommodations and company, only factor left would be work. Ha. I'll hit up Bossman tomorrow. It looks good, and would give me an excuse to tighten up the things I'm still slacking on. Ha. First road trip... Oh boy.

ShamelessTR wrote:

I just set plans with my family for accommodations and company, only factor left would be work. Ha. I'll hit up Bossman tomorrow. It looks good, and would give me an excuse to tighten up the things I'm still slacking on. Ha. First road trip... Oh boy.

You know we have a special deal for hotel pricing?

Tom

https://gmlongroof.4umer.com/t10540-hotel-info-for-mid-atlantic-wf-hampton-inn

My sister and her husband live in Winchester. It's not a thing to crash their party and even bring them along. Ha. Don't necessarily like my Sister too much, but my brother in law is good people. Ha.

Just checked the long range forecast, and it is looking good. Planning on coming if the wife can get off work.

I am OUT! My wagon is totalled! I am heartbroken and banged up but lucky I didn't get hurt worse. It was the other drivers fault.

No! Sorry to hear about your wagon but glad you're alright.

OKay folks, address and such for my house is posted here:
https://gmlongroof.4umer.com/t10905-address-and-notes#114751

Festers are welcome at the house any time after 11am. We'll hang out during the day and clean cars or do mini-mods, etc.

Around 4:30ish, we'll head into town for dinner at Spelunkers.

See you all in a week!

Restaurant confirmed for Saturday, information is in the sticky. I currently show 32 coming for dinner as of now. Our minimum is 25 so I'll need to know right away if anyone has to drop out for any reason!

Ok I plan to make the fest... The only issue is the wagon it's not running ordered a new all aluminum radiator and went to install yesterday and the fittings for the trans cooler lines are the wrong size. Will sort that out today or order a new one. Put me down for 2 as I plan to attend with my son Ethan. Jeff

Unfortunately I will be unable to attend WagonFest as originally planned due to an unexpected change in my schedule. I'm sorry to miss as it appears it will be a lot of fun. I was really looking forward to meeting you all. Paul

Got ya Jeff, hope you can get the wagon running in time. But if not, feel free to drive whatever you can!

Sorry you can't join us Paul, I've updated the list. Perhaps next time.

I had trouble yesterday with Shammoo on my way to my son'e auto repair shop. Check the compression, off in cylinder #8, down by 25%, plug oil coated, trail of oil down the block on the outside of #8, and along that side of the tranny housing. Looks like a major head gasket burn through/blow out. Was going to pull the motor anyway due to leaking main seals. and a previously suspected gasket leak. Now it's certain to happen as an over the winter project.

As a result, the only way to get there would be to take the HHR SS. On the fence at the moment about it. Doesn't seem right in my conscience to show up a wagonfest without Shammoo in tow (figuratively or literally) Will need to decide within 24 hours for the sack of peace and sanity around here.


Open to opinions before the door of opportunity slams shut on this.

Dave

Dave

You've planned this thing for several months, and arranged for the time off.  I'm assuming the Mrs. has planned on a few days out of Dodge also.  Rather than running the WF show, you'll be on the other sided of the counter and will get a different perspective.  

As you know, there's always someone who has car problems right before, never fails to happen.  Not everyone drives wagons to a WF, always 2 or 3 that don't.  Remember, these things are ole klunkers, on a good day.

Come on down as planned, enjoy it, the camaraderie, talking to the guys.  Do a couple of other things with the Mrs. (non car related).  Yeah, it's too bad Shammoo is bailing, but if you don't go, you'll really be sorry.  

Off the top of my head, I know Philadelphia John, has shown up in his van because his wagon wasn't road worthy.  He always has a good time, as does his wife and 3 kids.

Oh, and don't forget I'm bringing the door lights for you, and I refuse to ship.  

See you Friday.

Tom

sounds like a valve cover leak,..

not enough fire and squeeze to come out the side,.has to crossover waterjackets, would be pressuring the rad,.

25% down will still fire,..i,d guess the plug has quit,..

My best internet guess,.

Oil drain back plugged up inside valve cover,. oil drowning the last two valves, valve seals submerged,..

just a guess,.

phantom 309 wrote:

sounds like a valve cover leak,..

not enough fire and squeeze to come out the side,.

My best internet guess,.

Oil drain back plugged up inside valve cover,. oil drowning the last two valves, valve seals submerged,..

just a guess,.

That's why he get's the big money, Dave.

As Tom wrote, get in the HHR SS and head down particularly if you have arranged the time off. I hope to see you there.

I agree with Tom. C'mon down and enjoy! HHR's are mini-longroof's anyway.

DBeaSSt wrote:

I agree with Tom.  C'mon down and enjoy!  HHR's are mini-longroof's anyway.

Come as you are sir!! You may see a Saturn Vue there!!!  

I showed up at the Florida WF in a BMW vert. Jeff

i think i have shown up 2 times in astro vans in ny. its not all about the cars.its always nice to see everyone and get to know new members

WOOT!!!!!!

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Mike, my daughter is likely coming as well.

OK guys, you talked me into it.

We'll bring baby Shammoo instead (HHR SS) It will certainly be a quieter ride.

lakeffect wrote:

OK guys, you talked me into it.

We'll bring baby Shammoo instead (HHR SS) It will certainly be a quieter ride.

bout time you came to your senses!!

Dave, I showed up to wf:NY in a Subaru. At least you'd roll in with a gm.

I'm pumped I was going to have the new BBK headers installed....but hell...I'll be lucky to get the oil changed before I go. Can't wait to see you guys...Dave...I drove a Honda Civic to the NYWF. That IS a sin. HHR is not.

Chris

Baby Shammoo probably won't kick you in the wallet so hard every time its time to feed either.

Baby Shammoo gets almost double the highway mileage 32 vs 18. We will head to New England afterward. Hopefully will join a wagon train when everyone from that direction heads home on Sunday.

Weather is looking great for the weekend! Mid 60s and sunny!
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/bentonville-va/22610/daily-weather-forecast/2219455

I will be placing a donation jar out at registration on Saturday for those who wish to contribute toward expenses.

It looks like our peak of color was last weekend so the leaves won't be quite as vibrant but still plenty of color. On the good side of that, hopefully we won't have as many 'Leafers' (tourists from DC) clogging up the roads.

bamalongroof wrote:

I showed up at the Florida WF in a BMW vert. Jeff

At least the bimmer was sporting a T-56

So I am definitely coming down to VA for this. Going to head out tomorrow PM and stay with relatives that night. Want to meet up with you guys at some point in the AM. Can I get a roundabout address? Really looking forward to the road trip and seeing family at the least. Hope this turns out to be as fun as it seems.

50 Stadium Rd,  Front Royal VA
From the WF thread:

http://www.mapquest.com/?version=1.0&hk=1-E8fIWMRD

Thanks. I was digging, but coming up empty. I know the area as I grew up in Spotsylvania, just needed the exact local for GPS. Ha.

I think that is Front Royal is it not?

Yes, Fort Royal, by the baseball stadium.

I'm having trouble with the wagon and will try to resolve in the morning or will bring my solstice..Jeff

Prop up the trunk so it has a long roof.

Guys have fun be safe....I will make it to one of these events one day!

lakeffect wrote:

Prop up the trunk so it has a long roof.

Solstice doesn't really have a roof.....

If Jeff shows up sans wagon, he'll be getting like me......I've been to the Impala Nats twice without ANY car, let alone a b-body ha ha


Take lots of pics guys and have fun.

I snuck in an extra award since we have a few "back up" cars coming to the fest....ha!

Nice Chris, thanks for handling the extra awards!