2009 Ongoing CT Gathering II

At this point its going to be me alone in the 430 or bust. If I make it to Gbury before 10am I'm in.

 

Don't know where you're coming from in the Enfield area, but if you go the back way take 190 rather than 140 as there has been some road construction on the latter at the Somers/Ellington leg.

I'm trying to move some things around as well to be at Rte 32 at 1030. Right off exit are a pair of gas stations, left is a 'commuter lot' but it's all stone parking IIRC.

 

Frank do you need assistance with anything? Last I knew your whole crew was going.
I hope all is well

 

Was away from the computer all day thanks to Lil Bastage Hockey game in....you guessed it...Mass. (Dracut, way up near NH).

Come back to find Lil Bastagette sick. Momma gonna stay home to nurse her. Soooo, Im wifeless. Anyone got a loaner? She must be able to put...... Never mind.

Subtract Franks extra's and we are down to 52 people with 23 cars and 3 bikes on the confirmed list. 3 other cars from our group confirmed to meet at Ed's and a few possible last minute additions. This is going to be COOOOL. Maybe we should get some "funeral" signs so we can blow all the lights. You think they will believe all the greaving souls drive cool cars. Nahh...Me niether...

Morgan...Tell me 32/19 is clean.

 

Lane, Looking at the map, my guess is you guys will be at the intersection of 32/190 in Stafford Springs between 10:45-11:00. Do U agree? I'll get there at 10:45 to be safe, unless U think U will be earlier. R U going U-Conn Husky and R U +1? Disregard the voicemail I left U earlier.

 

Nav software says 10:54 so your about right. See ya there.

 

Thank you Morgan. 190 it is.

 

I was out at a campground off 32 working on an Airstream just this Wed, the section I used was in good shape. It's a back woods highway, just keep the spacing appropriate and there shouldn't be any problems with stray gravel kick ups.

There is a tiny rotary downtown Stafford but early on a Sunday it won't be too busy, after that smooth sailing.

I've been up 19 as far as Stafford High School to do a summer school teacher's Pathfinder, there was some light construction but the pavement was good. This was at least 1.5 months ago though so it should be gone if you end up passing it.

 

Absolutely, car is all shined up, I'll be at Glastonbury to leave by 10. Passenger seat is open -

 

Im still working on getting ready. When I moved the car tonight I found some oil on the ground. Turns out the fitting for the oil line that feeds the turbo cracked. Hopefully I can get this fixed tonight. A buddy is on his way over to see what we can do on such short notice.
Fun Fun. This hasnt been my season.

 

The plan is to leave Glastonbury by 10?
We'll be there, hopefully a bit early. There will be atleast three of us. My CTS-V, Russ' 996 GT3 and Arash's M6. There may be a 135i with us too! See ya'll in the AM

 

Joe, I sent you a PM. Coming from Agawam, your plan to take 190 to Stafford Springs and meet the caravan there would be a better choice for me too. Perhaps we can meet in Enfield and run to SS together? Otherwise, I can meet you/everyone in SS.

If I go straight to SS myself, what intersection/parking lot should I post myself in?

 

That's a good question, I haven't seen the route yet but if it goes 32 to 190 for 2000ft then 19 I know there is a quiet and decent sized parking lot on the corner of Willington Ave just after the Stafford rotary. It's a motorcycle dealer, I know the owner and it should be closed today.

There's also a gas station which might be an easier spot to facilitate, take 190 up to the rotary, right at the rotary, first or second right should be the gas station on corner of Spring St. I will check this post on my phone later this morning to see what you both decide.

Also, I don't mind playing chase car at the end of the convoy (read: slow van goes last).

 

Feels like Christmas morning back in 1968.

 

vroom vroom

 

Sorry Eric, I didn't get this till 9 this morning. Sent U a PM.

 

Sounds like a plan. Waiting for Eric to call my cell.

 

Hope you guys have a great cruise today. Its about noon and I just got my car fixed. Im sure you guys are already up there and enjoying the day. Hope everyone has a great time. Im sorry I couldnt be there. Hopefully next year. Maybe I'll even be in an F-Car by then.

 

Thanks to everyone for the Perfect day. It felt this Christmas morning 1968 when I woke up and get better and better through out the day.

Oh what fun it is to ride in a 320 horse open sleigh....


Rick...so sorry you couldn't make it. Hoping to meet some Sunday but that not withstanding we will see you at the show.

 

Thanks for the kind words Lane. Was really bummed I couldn't make it. Looks like you guys had perfect weather. Hope someone posts some pictures.

 

Someone already has on the Autumn View Farm gathering thread. I'm sure there will be more to follow. Wish U could have joined us today Rick.

 

Lane - thanks for help make this a wonderful day. As always, I had more fun than any one person should allowed...here is looking forward to another Christmas morning!!
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Thanks buddy. Looks like such an awesome day.

 

It was awesome meeting you guys yesterday!


--Manolis

 

My 1000th post just HAD to be in this thread. Welcome to the world of Formula 3. Wow..I need a life.