My wife and I were on our way home Sunday evening when the timing chain broke in the motor of our rat rod .
Thank heaven we found a wide spot on RT. 121 safely out of traffic. We called AAA and they came and got us an hour and a half later. During this time over thirty cars stopped to help in any way they could.
I would like to thank all that stopped, it was deeply appreciated. Also a very big thank you to six heroes that stayed with us until Moonshine was loaded and ready to be hauled home. You guys are the best!
To all that stopped thanks again.
Sincerely, Bob & Pam Reed
8/30/10
A Report From...
To whom it may concern,
I attended your show this Sunday for the second time in a few years. Only I had my ' 68 Mustang this time. I thought it was for the most part a good day. Only I have a couple of tiffs to point out.
The Chicken dinner was not the greatest. The chicken was dry,the potatoes in the salad were not cooked enough, they were tuff. I didn't feel it was worth the $10.00. You should also offer a little more for food choices. Since not everyone really wanted or like chicken and had to go across the street to the store.
The biggest beef I had, along with a lot of others I spoke with, did not think Judging of Vehicles was fair. There were a few cars that got first place that did not in a true Judged show deserve it. In a JUDGED Show there is a 100 point score system. Broke down it goes 25 % Engine, which means the Hood MUST be Open, 25% Trunk, Which the Lid Should be also OPEN, 25% paint and last Over all 25% Cleanliness. So how could a car that does NOT have it's Hood or trunk Lid OPEN win 1st place. Or a car that has a Dirty engine or a shoddy paint job, win first? The only thing people could come up with for a reasonable explanation was the old saying in the car show circuit is " The GOOD OLD BOY NETWORK" If your "JUDGES" can't judge fairly, according to the proper judge system, then you will lose a lot of participation. In fact the majority of the people I spoke with will not return next year because of it. If you want a good fair show than lose the judging and turn it to Participation SPLIT ballot show.
The other beef I heard through out the day, was that the only ones to get a goody bags were the preregistered people, The ones that did not, did not get a thing to commemorated the day. You should offer either ribbons or dash plagues for those that do not preregister, something is better than nothing.
Sincerely, Connie Peacock
I attended your show this Sunday for the second time in a few years. Only I had my ' 68 Mustang this time. I thought it was for the most part a good day. Only I have a couple of tiffs to point out.
The Chicken dinner was not the greatest. The chicken was dry,the potatoes in the salad were not cooked enough, they were tuff. I didn't feel it was worth the $10.00. You should also offer a little more for food choices. Since not everyone really wanted or like chicken and had to go across the street to the store.
The biggest beef I had, along with a lot of others I spoke with, did not think Judging of Vehicles was fair. There were a few cars that got first place that did not in a true Judged show deserve it. In a JUDGED Show there is a 100 point score system. Broke down it goes 25 % Engine, which means the Hood MUST be Open, 25% Trunk, Which the Lid Should be also OPEN, 25% paint and last Over all 25% Cleanliness. So how could a car that does NOT have it's Hood or trunk Lid OPEN win 1st place. Or a car that has a Dirty engine or a shoddy paint job, win first? The only thing people could come up with for a reasonable explanation was the old saying in the car show circuit is " The GOOD OLD BOY NETWORK" If your "JUDGES" can't judge fairly, according to the proper judge system, then you will lose a lot of participation. In fact the majority of the people I spoke with will not return next year because of it. If you want a good fair show than lose the judging and turn it to Participation SPLIT ballot show.
The other beef I heard through out the day, was that the only ones to get a goody bags were the preregistered people, The ones that did not, did not get a thing to commemorated the day. You should offer either ribbons or dash plagues for those that do not preregister, something is better than nothing.
Sincerely, Connie Peacock
8/29/10
Weekend Report
4 Shows and I stayed home, I did not do the WCSH Show yesterday, I didn't head to the great white north and get to Littleton, Farmington has never been my cup of tea and Roxanne I'm sorry I missed it. I can't say much except that what I have heard from several attendees is that the Raymond show was great and hopefully the constructive comments made will make a better show next year.
The best part of the weekend was the benefit for Glen Thurlow. It was great to see everybody pulling together for a cause without reward other than the feeling of doing something right. The Parking lot was packed and the legion hall was full of food, fun people and smiles.
The Uptown Kruizahs raised over $2000 for the Thurlow Family with the help of a few clubs a whole bunch of friends.
Well Done Everyone
The best part of the weekend was the benefit for Glen Thurlow. It was great to see everybody pulling together for a cause without reward other than the feeling of doing something right. The Parking lot was packed and the legion hall was full of food, fun people and smiles.
The Uptown Kruizahs raised over $2000 for the Thurlow Family with the help of a few clubs a whole bunch of friends.
Well Done Everyone
8/28/10
Raymond
Almost forgot this one and wouldn't want to.
Roxanne Gerry and some friends are doing a Show on the 29th(as verified by the Road Scholars & Hotkarz calendars) not today as stated by the Hotkarz Blog. I really don't know that much about this one and wish I could tell you more. It is being held at the Jordan Small School on Rte 85 in Raymond. It seems to have some interesting classes and may prove to be a good start to a rather bleak weekend in the Car Show schedule. Sad to say that I will not be able to attend this show but those that can should support the show.
Give Roxanne some input for the future to improve the show, not seeing the future in a crystal ball and saying its going to suck.
Roxanne Gerry and some friends are doing a Show on the 29th(as verified by the Road Scholars & Hotkarz calendars) not today as stated by the Hotkarz Blog. I really don't know that much about this one and wish I could tell you more. It is being held at the Jordan Small School on Rte 85 in Raymond. It seems to have some interesting classes and may prove to be a good start to a rather bleak weekend in the Car Show schedule. Sad to say that I will not be able to attend this show but those that can should support the show.
Give Roxanne some input for the future to improve the show, not seeing the future in a crystal ball and saying its going to suck.
8/24/10
Benefit
We all, at one time or another meet someone who in his or her own way makes a difference in the way we look at stuff. These people are easy to talk to, yet hold their beliefs and morals close to their hearts. They quietly make a statement without saying a dam thing.
Glen Thurlow is that type of person. As I have known Glen for several years he has at times been a pain in my ass, but that's what friends are at times, and I do count Glen as a friend who is easy to talk too. Over the years he and I, along with others who enjoy this hobby, have had some laughs and few discussions. We have argued over trivial shit and still remained on speaking terms through out the day and the following week all is forgotten and the friendship remains.
Reports trickled through the Car Show scene that Glen was sick. The only way to confirm these was through Glen himself and he openly stated that he had cancer, his voice never quivered. I knew then he was getting ready to fight like hell.
Being a self employed Craftsman, Glen has little to no insurance and shit is piling up fast. He is not the type to ask for help and I don't think he would even if he had to.
So as his friends and acquaintances pondered this dilemma, they decided to have a benefit Cruise-In and Dinner to help with the bills and anything else that they need.
On Sunday, August 29th at the American Legion Hall, Rt.121/112King St. in Oxford, we will gather for a Cruise-In from 3pm to 5pm with the Supper portion starting at 5 and going till the foods gone. If you need more info call 539-0941, 890-0870, 890-0871 or e-mail at blackbear1964@yahoo.com .
Whether you know him or not, or call him your friend or not, you need to do this event, because it is the right thing to do.
Glen Thurlow is that type of person. As I have known Glen for several years he has at times been a pain in my ass, but that's what friends are at times, and I do count Glen as a friend who is easy to talk too. Over the years he and I, along with others who enjoy this hobby, have had some laughs and few discussions. We have argued over trivial shit and still remained on speaking terms through out the day and the following week all is forgotten and the friendship remains.
Reports trickled through the Car Show scene that Glen was sick. The only way to confirm these was through Glen himself and he openly stated that he had cancer, his voice never quivered. I knew then he was getting ready to fight like hell.
Being a self employed Craftsman, Glen has little to no insurance and shit is piling up fast. He is not the type to ask for help and I don't think he would even if he had to.
So as his friends and acquaintances pondered this dilemma, they decided to have a benefit Cruise-In and Dinner to help with the bills and anything else that they need.
On Sunday, August 29th at the American Legion Hall, Rt.121/112King St. in Oxford, we will gather for a Cruise-In from 3pm to 5pm with the Supper portion starting at 5 and going till the foods gone. If you need more info call 539-0941, 890-0870, 890-0871 or e-mail at blackbear1964@yahoo.com .
Whether you know him or not, or call him your friend or not, you need to do this event, because it is the right thing to do.
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