| Author | Message | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4512 Registered: 12-2000 |
If Greg's friend Mark drives his Maser. We really won't know until the day. Jayson, Chris, and whoever should still come. They can pile into their cars if there's not a F car seat open. We're not going to leave anyone out, especially Jayson and Chris who come to all our events. I might give that car video duty though. | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 541 Registered: 11-2001 |
Do we have a spot for Jayson? | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1061 Registered: 7-2002 |
Figured FoD would enter on site which is fine. Jonathan told me he would try to round up something. Greg Brendel is out of town as is Ric Rainbolt. And no, have not heard from your neighbor or the guy in my building with the 360. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4510 Registered: 12-2000 |
We prob won't know from FoD until Saturday. Haven't heard from Jonathan or Mike in ages. Has a guy named DJ Quigley entered yet? That was my neighbor down the street that was going to enter a few cars. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1060 Registered: 7-2002 |
Alright. So I think Jano is the only one with an empty seat unless he brings his wife or brother. Not sure on guy from San Antonio. Rob is FoD still entering a car? Jonathan Peck..you entering one? Mike Weaver? | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4506 Registered: 12-2000 |
Cool, Greg's Lotus isn't back yet and I would at least like to keep it Italian. The person that was riding with Greg may bring his Maser bi-Turbo, but not sure. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1674 Registered: 7-2001 |
FYI, Wes is going to ride w/ me, so we have 1 fewer seat. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4500 Registered: 12-2000 |
Jim, Diane Glaser isn't an internet person, but said if her car (355) was back Friday that she would like to enter. I told her it was OK to enter at the last minute. Anyone local to the area try to get your entry in the mail tomorrow, if not we'll accept your entry Saturday morning. Be prepared though, I will give 110% grief because we've been telling everyone to get their entry in since Feb. 12th!  Also, there will be a gas stop later in the day, but I would recomend everyone start with a full tank. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1059 Registered: 7-2002 |
I guess so... Sure no problem, see you there. | ||
| Mark LaCroix (Mdlacroix)
New member Username: Mdlacroix Post Number: 5 Registered: 8-2002 |
Rob and Jim, I am sorry but I am one of the procrastinators who has not gotten his entry form in yet. However I will be attending the Poker Run Saturday. Since I am out of town currently and will not be back until Thursday, will it be ok for me to bring the application with me to FOD Sat AM? Mark LaCroix F348 | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1043 Registered: 7-2002 |
19 cars confirmed. 35 folks. Still have 2 entries I know of that have not mailed in yet. Expect maybe 2 or 3 others at begin time. So hopefully 23+. Car list is a mix of 360, 355, 348, 328, 308, 456, TR, 365. Got some prizes for you all in the mail this week and they are pretty cool. I think this will be fun for a first attempt! | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1670 Registered: 7-2001 |
So what is the car count up to? 5 more days! | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1652 Registered: 7-2001 |
Got to watch out when Jim starts thinking.... | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1023 Registered: 7-2002 |
Was just thinking and realized that we have 0 ZERO entries from Austin. what is wrong with you guys? A short drive up to hang with the Dallas guys doesn't sound fun to you? | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1005 Registered: 7-2002 |
18 cars 31 people now. Keep em comin... | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1001 Registered: 7-2002 |
See what I mean.... | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4411 Registered: 12-2000 |
Great news Brian! Talked to Tony of FoD yesterday and they will be trying to enter a car. Ron R last night said he will be entering too. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1000 Registered: 7-2002 |
Great! I think 15 cars and 27 people confirmed. 4 360's at this point...1 spyder. I keep getting about 1 or 2 new entries every day or so and I expect some to just show up as well on the day of. Was expecting about 20+ cars and I know of 2 or 3 others who haven't sent in forms yet. | ||
| Brian Kennedy (Kennedy)
Junior Member Username: Kennedy Post Number: 249 Registered: 3-2002 |
Jim, Rob, Just a heads up... we've worked out the kid arrangements... so, we're in! I'll send my form in tomorrow... but wanted to give you advance notice (based on your earlier comments). How many are signed up as of now? | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 991 Registered: 7-2002 |
well even if we don't have seats for everyone you can still follow. Maybe give you video/photo duty! I plan on taking both. | ||
| Chris F. (Dallasguy)
Junior Member Username: Dallasguy Post Number: 85 Registered: 10-2002 |
Well, its not big deal if there isn't a seat for me, especially since I am last in line. If there is somebody who wants a navigator for the ride, I am available. See you all tonight at TBC. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 989 Registered: 7-2002 |
oh yeah. maybe I will leave him a msg. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1639 Registered: 7-2001 |
Won't you be racing tonight? :-) | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 988 Registered: 7-2002 |
I'll call him tonight and see what he says. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1637 Registered: 7-2001 |
Jim, why don't you email the SA guy and ask him if he'd be willing to carry a passenger if he has room? No sense making assumptions. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1636 Registered: 7-2001 |
Maybe we can determine open seats, then assign butts. No reason we couldn't switch passengers once in a while, that way we could all enjoy the company of lovely lady? | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 987 Registered: 7-2002 |
so that makes 4 beggars..myself included..and 4 open seats. Not sure on the San Antonio fella as I have never met him and he may bring somebody, but didn't indicate so on his entry form. Had a dream last night I was in a red 355 spider with my ex girlfriend and we were in her neighborhood and 3 houses in a row had ferraris...a yellow 348, a 355 and another 355 spider. I was flipping out because I didn't have any poker run entries to put in their cars. This shouldn't be this big of a deal!!!! | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4394 Registered: 12-2000 |
Only the driver needs the form. Free for passengers. Seems like there's a big demand for passenger seats. We should start a waiting list. Let me know if I'm wrong, but first I heard to ask was Jayson, then Hawley's friend Pam, and now Chris. | ||
| Jayson Burkel (Jayson)
New member Username: Jayson Post Number: 6 Registered: 1-2003 |
If anybody does have an available seat, I would really appreciate the ride along. I have a GPS that might come in handy if we get lost. I realize that I'm not a hot chick, but I will wear my thong T-shirt if you want me to. | ||
| Chris F. (Dallasguy)
Junior Member Username: Dallasguy Post Number: 83 Registered: 10-2002 |
If there are any extra seats that need filling, my butt is available that weekend now. Just let me know if anyone needs a passenger. I will try to bring the form by tommorow night. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1634 Registered: 7-2001 |
Lets see, single, hot, how do I explain THAT to my wife? | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4393 Registered: 12-2000 |
seriously, they were looking for someone to take her. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1633 Registered: 7-2001 |
Jerry and Susan's friend can ride w/ me! :-P | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 983 Registered: 7-2002 |
there are 4 open seats that I know of. Rob Lay 328..I will take this one probably Jim Ewing 328 Jano M. 348 Robert Schnitzler from San Antonio Black 360! | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4391 Registered: 12-2000 |
Yes, Jayson was looking for a seat too. I was thinking Jim should ride with me as he has done the route and it will help for the two organizers to be together. I believe Greg already has a passenger, but we can ask him tomorrow night. Jerry and Susan have a good friend that would be interested in a ride if available. She's single and hot, I know, I was giving her a back rub when Jennie showed up early after taste of Addison last year. LOL. Jennie wasn't even phased about that, she was mad at me for getting my clothes wet and being in the condition anyone would be in after a day of "Taste of Addison". | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1632 Registered: 7-2001 |
It's not ME you have to worry about keeping up with, it's the kid in the Civic/Camaro/Pickup. Have we given thought to the number of cars/passengers? I think Jim S. is going to ride w/ me, but is Rob's car full? Is Greg S. going? It would make sense that we try to get a butt in every seat. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4390 Registered: 12-2000 |
Here's the deal. At each stop you will get directions to the next stop. You can follow Jim S. and I as a group or you can go your own way. We're not even going to be trying very hard to keep everyone together. I won't be slowing down much for a light or speeding up. I will just be going a nice consistent pace. There's no way we'll be able to keep 20+ cars together the entire time. However, you'll have the directions and know the next stop. If you get to the next stop after we've already left (some stops as short as 10-15 minutes) then there will be a sealed emergency listing of all stops and the expected times of arrival and departure. At the end of the day, all teams that didn't have to open the sealed emergency directions will get an extra card. | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 531 Registered: 11-2001 |
Quickie question here: We are going to have directions, just in case we don't feel like keeping up with Jim E, right?  More seriously, does anyone have any recommendation on FRS style radios? Are they interoperable? I was thinking that having a few of them along isn't a bad idea. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4389 Registered: 12-2000 |
I just drove part of the route last night. Oh my gosh! I'm glad we're doing this as it's forced me to learn some new roads. Who says Dallas doesn't have some cool driving roads? We already have over 15 Ferraris entered and it's still growing because of you late entry people. Please motivate a little and mail the form in or bring to karting tomorrow night. Jim and I would prefer we don't get them next week as we've got to plan for several things. The Poker Run is only $30. There are cool stops, cool drives inbetween, and a nice place to enjoy our cars, food, and drink afterwards. For those that don't want to loose the entire day, the event will be over by about 2-2:30 if you don't want to hang out. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 960 Registered: 7-2002 |
well I am counting on you two coming either way so not overly concerned about a no show. It is the guys that don't get on the board too much, but always show at Exotic Car Nights that I am wondering where they are. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1582 Registered: 7-2001 |
I have my entry filled out, will TRY to remember to bring it. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4302 Registered: 12-2000 |
I'll bring mine tonight. I promise. I think you said you might bring some entries too. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 959 Registered: 7-2002 |
Getting signups from everyone EXCEPT the regulars. So far Greg, Don and Jano are the only regulars that have signed up and we normally have about 13 locals at the events. Quit procrastinating. Gonna make the DFW-FCA look bad..... | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1577 Registered: 7-2001 |
Well, it figures. I fired off an email today to the FCA asking about my membership, and guess what was in the mail when I got home? | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4265 Registered: 12-2000 |
All of that goes through nationals. About every 3-4 months I get an updated member list. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1562 Registered: 7-2001 |
By "TOP" Jim is saying "GET YOUR ENTRIES IN!". Ok, ok, nag nag nag. I'll try to remember to bring it Tuesday night to the races. Rob, when, if ever, do you get notified of my new membership to FCA? I signed up a week ago, haven't heard a peep from them. I met Brian today at Norwoods, saw his 360. Nice ride! Hope you make the event Brian. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 930 Registered: 7-2002 |
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| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1491 Registered: 7-2001 |
If it rains, we'll all just load up in everyone's SUV's, and put coolers of beer in the back. I can carry 5 of you pretty comfortably. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4152 Registered: 12-2000 |
there is no rain date, they don't melt, only reason we'll cancel is if thunderstroms with possibility of hail or flooding. | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 479 Registered: 11-2001 |
My suggestion -- it's just rain, drive the car. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 879 Registered: 7-2002 |
I thought about a rain out, but have no alternative yet as some will be travelling form out of town so what do I tell them? Go home, come back next week? I guess if rain is strongly predicted several days in advance we could adjust the schedule. I have everyone's contact info. Any suggestions? | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 477 Registered: 11-2001 |
Guess I'll finally renew that FCA membership. This better be worth $130 Is there a rain date in case of monsoon? Or will we have to find out who actually has functioning windshield wipers? | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4149 Registered: 12-2000 |
The form can be found in the first message of this thread. Jim, I'll buy you a few beers, don't worry.  | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1489 Registered: 7-2001 |
Ok Rob, you win. I broke down and joined the damn club. That was $100 of my beer money. I'll try to remember to bring the app for the poker run on Friday night. Being the procrastinator that I am, I want to be sure I'm in. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4146 Registered: 12-2000 |
I think we have the capacity for as many cars as want to sign up. We already know it's going to be impossible to keep all the cars together all the time. We're not going to worry about keeping cars together at lights and etc. Each car will have directions to the next stop and sealed emergency directions to all the stops if they miss one. At each stop we'll regroup and leave together to the next one. You'll get a card at each stop and a bonus card if you complete the entire run without using the sealed emergency directions. Like Jim said, we don't want too many signing up the day of. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 875 Registered: 7-2002 |
Got a couple more apps last night...a 360 and a 355. At this point Rob and I have not put a cap on the number of entrants. My concern is that some will procrastinate and we will have 20 extra people show up on the day of the event and we won't have materials for them. We normally have about 13 cars show up for random events so I expect 20 to 30 for this one and we are well on our way to that number. | ||
| Brian Kennedy (Kennedy)
Junior Member Username: Kennedy Post Number: 217 Registered: 3-2002 |
Rob, my wife and I definitely want to join in the fun... but we have kid-conflicts we have to resolve. Is there risk of the event filling up? | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4144 Registered: 12-2000 |
We're getting a good turnout, but haven't seen apps from the FerrariChat.com crowd. Not to sound worried, but who's planning on doing it, but hasn't signed up yet? If you don't plan on doing it because of the FCA membership requirement or any other issues, please send me an email [email protected]. Thanks, rob | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 850 Registered: 7-2002 |
Well the apps are starting to roll in since Rob's mass mailing last week. Get in now so we can have good estimates. Even if you don't have your FCA info go ahead and send in the form for my sake! Rob and I drove the route last week and it was pretty fun. We have tried to mix up the route with curvy back roads as well as open stretches and we have activites planned at most of the stops. | ||
| Rodney Haas (Icars)
Junior Member Username: Icars Post Number: 192 Registered: 3-2002 |
Just a suggestion for future events. You might want to take Paypal. Just easier than cutting a paper check. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3920 Registered: 12-2000 |
This is really shaping up into a great event. I just sent out registration forms to all 220 FCA members in the South Central Region. I only recognized about 10 names on there, so most of these are new people we haven't met before. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3723 Registered: 12-2000 |
https://www.ferrariclubofamerica.org/pages/join.cfm Please let me know if any questions. Thanks, rob | ||
| cory richards (12banger)
New member Username: 12banger Post Number: 3 Registered: 2-2003 |
One of the earlier posts indicated you needed to be an FCA member for the Poker Run. How do I join FCA? Thanks, Cory | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 733 Registered: 7-2002 |
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| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 376 Registered: 11-2001 |
Kewl. I'll have to mark this on the calendar. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3492 Registered: 12-2000 |
Ohh, that's good, I thought he was just saying it. Wheeew. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1310 Registered: 7-2001 |
As in the line from the movie True Lies? "Ass like a 10 year old boy..." | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 2714 Registered: 9-2001 |
hey I might be in texas that weekend - any nice female drivers I can hook up with | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3489 Registered: 12-2000 |
Greg Scott will probably be looking for a passenger too. Only requirements are hot females 18-28. However, he did let something slip last night about 10 year old boys. Did anyone catch that? | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1306 Registered: 7-2001 |
Key word, driver LISTED. :-) | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3488 Registered: 12-2000 |
Sneaky Jim, but it may work. Jim S. would have to be the driver listed and you the passenger though. I think. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1302 Registered: 7-2001 |
Jim S, you're an FCA member, want to ride w/ me? | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3484 Registered: 12-2000 |
You just have to be a FCA member, car doesn't matter, but of course Ferraris are recomended. I would suggest the non-Ferrari owners to hook up with members that are going it alone. | ||
| Ken Thomas (Future328driver)
Member Username: Future328driver Post Number: 269 Registered: 12-2001 |
Jim, Are now F-cars allowed? | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 727 Registered: 7-2002 |
Well Rob and I have been working on this for a bit now. It will be a blast and we expect a really good turnout so don't delay in getting the date reserved and signing up. Go to this link to view flier/entry form. http://www.whitehorse.nu/images/pokerrun.doc If you get any security popups I assure you the site is clean. Here is a teaser. Stop #1 is sponsored by Ferrari of Dallas� brand new location at 6300 International Parkway on Plano Parkway just West of the Tollway! Meet at 8:00 am for a personalized tour w/coffee and pastries!  |