This topic is for the discussions of a group trip to 2014 Ford Nationals at Carlisle.
Glad you brought this up...I meant with another SHO guy (bamsho) about getting an early start. He would like to start working on getting a list together of people who are coming and we thought that getting several of the SHO/Taurus forums together for one club and getting a tent would work best on getting us an infield spot. I know there has been some contact with Ford concerning the show, since next year is the 25th anniversary for the SHO. I understand that Ford has not had much response to the inquiries...we were hoping that maybe someone with a Ford connection could help move this along. Also we are dealing with next year being Mustang's 50th anniversary (although in my book it's not until 2015...since initial Mustangs were not called 64 1/2 but '65's) Anyway, to have a club tent the cost is $175.00...not sure how to raise the money if people feel a tent would be a bonus. I think it would be nice to have enough people commit and register for the show by the end of the year that we could then figure out what else we could do. Also we do have information on motels/hotels if people are going to need that info. But several people are involved in getting this rolling, and anyone that wants to help is welcome...but it's in the works to at least get us an infield spot for this show.
Tell me what I need to do and I will be happy to help out!!!
Mark I think this is close enough to my home turf to be really appealing. I've got a buddy who has a '13 SEL. I had him seriously lusting for a SHO but he kept getting sticker shock and settled for the less expensive model. I'm going to see if he'd like to drive out with me and check out the event. Sounds like a great time!! If we get a club tent, do we get to park together in a SHO area?
Larry, since as of now, that's the plan, but we are not going to be exclusively SHO, we are also planning on including Taurus/Sables from guys at Taurus Car Club of America, so we can be sure to have enough people to have an infield spot at the show...we would all be able to park together. If you've never been to Carlisle it's an amazing event, it is worth the trip just to see it once, even if you don't care for it. But it's even more fun when everyone can park in one spot and just spend some time together.
Quote from: 4DRHTRD on June 23, 2013, 03:17:47 PM
Tell me what I need to do and I will be happy to help out!!!
As we get a little more info together, I'll try to come up with some ideas, I think first thing is to get you guys the info on registering...I will talk with Brian(bamsho) this week, and post contact info within the next few days. For those of you who are ready to commit...would you like to register individually under a club name or would you like someone to take care of registering...however, I'm not sure how paying would work...I know that as a club the people have to pay when they register.
I would like to be at the event 4 sure, but regardless, I will be happy to chip in for the club tent. It is unfortunate that the 25th anniversary of the Taurus platform has come and gone, but we need to work on a backup plan (as a SHO community on here and SHOforum.com at least) in case Ford does not come through at all. But I have to say that I feel that Ford will step up if they hear enough of a ruckus from us!
You are correct, the 25th anniversary of the SHO would have been in 2011...well, this should make getting things a bit easier.
I think the Taurus 25th (1986) was 2011 and the SHO 25th (1989) will be 2014. Right?
Dave you are correct, I was wrong...you are right on with your years. When I looked for it, the info I found said the SHO was introduced in 85 but I just did more checking and you are correct.
Great! The SHO 25th is.............coming right up!
I'll be there! I'm hoping Ford does something with the SHO at next years show in addition the Mustang...I went earlier this month for the first time and its impressive there! You need more then one day to see everything though...I did the deathmarch in a couple hours Saturday and I was beat the next day...and I missed the SHO's that where there!
If in Texas, no way I couldn't be there.
I'll definitely be there since Carlisle is a hop and skip from me.
Hi guys, sorry about get here late, here is the info for next years 2014 Carlisle. Havent heard back from FORD, so will have to try to figure something out. I have a design for a tshirt for the event I my head, just need to get in on paper. This is from my friend Terri H, from SHOforum, she usually gets the tent, but got stuck one year, so hasn't gotten since. She said contacts have changed at Carlisle, I'll let her work on it from her end there. I'll let everyone know if I here anything new.
Default 2014 Carlisle All-Ford Nationals TENT THREAD
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2014 Carlisle All-Ford Nationals TENT THREAD
This is the earliest Carlisle post in history!
Several people have discussed wanting to do something special for 2014 for the 25th anniversary. I'll leave those details to a separate thread.
The main thing to keep in mind is that early registration not only guarantees us a better spot on the SHOwfield, it ensures we have enough room for all participants to be together and with 25+ we get a free tent.
I've opened this now so it is here once folks start to register. Registration is available now but it is $49.50 (10% discount - until 5/5/14). In years past there has been an "early bird" registration in the fall, which is usually cheaper by $10 or more. (I think they push it as a Christmas present idea.)
**Whoever catches the "sale" first, please give this thread a bump.**
http://store.carlisleevents.com/Sear...lts.asp?Cat=24 (http://store.carlisleevents.com/Sear...lts.asp?Cat=24)
IMPORTANT: As you register, please be sure that you select LIBERTY SHO CLUB from the drop-down menu under Ford Club.
Once you complete your registration, please post the following information into this thread:
Order Number
we also need your forum name.
and real name.
Let's see how many registrations/posts we can get before New Year's Day!
Just to update.. I have worked with Bam to get this moving. I will be registering with in the next week or two. Be sure to follow Bam's instructions to avoid any problems getting a large enough group.
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Working link: http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24 (http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24)
And can we get this event to be a sticky or a banner/link on every page so it is an always-on reminder?
Just pm your infomation when you register, so I can get a list started. I will work on contacting Carlisle people about next year when this seasons of shows ends, and give FORD another shout. I mean come on they did something for Merkur cars they should do something for us. Any of you good and tshirt design, I have on in my head, but cant draw for crap.
Quote from: SHOdded on August 16, 2013, 06:35:02 PM
Working link: http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24 (http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24)
And can we get this event to be a sticky or a banner/link on every page so it is an always-on reminder?
Yes, can you get me a graphic we can use that is 250x250 pixels?
The one thing I'm seriously missing is graphic artistry capabilities :)
Could we use the logo from here http://store.carlisleevents.com/v/vspfiles/photos/categories/Ford_Lg.jpg (http://store.carlisleevents.com/v/vspfiles/photos/categories/Ford_Lg.jpg) and link it to the event page here http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24 (http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24)? Since this is for the purpose of purchasing from Carlisle events, we should be ok with copyright? Otherwise, I will work on a logo/banner.
EDIT: Updated store URL
I can ask them next week, the store link didn't work however. If you want to inquire with them if they are OK with us advertising for them on our site that would be awesome.
:)
In the mean time I can make this a Featured Topic.
So reading through this, are there potentially two groups; Ecoboost Performance Forum and Liberty SHO Club? Or is everyone (regardless of vehicle) going under the Liberty SHO Club?
I will probably make it out, Carlisle is always a good time and its a nice drive from New Hampshire.
Argh. I should have space between the store link and the question mark :( Ok, I will check in with them on Monday and post up here. Thanks, Mike!
We should definitely get a headcount (commitment) of how many are going to make it out to Carlisle, maybe set up a poll first? Since the Ecoboost platform has hugely expanded the umbrella :) I don't know if we can get more than 1 tent next to each other, carve out our own gathering at Carlisle.
Quote from: CooperS7777 on August 17, 2013, 02:19:43 PM
So reading through this, are there potentially two groups; Ecoboost Performance Forum and Liberty SHO Club? Or is everyone (regardless of vehicle) going under the Liberty SHO Club?
I will probably make it out, Carlisle is always a good time and its a nice drive from New Hampshire.
We were all going to go under the Liberty SHO Club, so that we can keep the headcount up and we had earlier decided it would be cool to keep all the SHO's together regardless of generation.
Let me ad, it would be nice to have an Ecoboost Performance Forum banner to put up and that way we could all kinda gather in the same area...as far as I know everyone would be welcome: SHO's, MKS's, Flex's, F-150's, Focus, and Fusion...be great to have a nice turnout.
The banner would be a nice touch, but as for all gathering in the same area, that's up to Carlisle officals. The trucks/suvs area in there own separate area in the show area. If we get the turn out, I'm hoping for we will have a better area in the showfield and will be away from the Foci, Fusions.
Quote from: mjhpadi on August 18, 2013, 12:29:13 PM
Let me ad, it would be nice to have an Ecoboost Performance Forum banner to put up and that way we could all kinda gather in the same area...as far as I know everyone would be welcome: SHO's, MKS's, Flex's, F-150's, Focus, and Fusion...be great to have a nice turnout.
Let's see what you can arrange with the organizers and what they'll let us do. If you can arrange a true area for the members then I'll pick one up for you guys (I may or may not be able to go). If not I'll make sure you guys have cards and stickers to hand out.
Quote from: 4DRHTRD on August 17, 2013, 01:08:24 AM
Quote from: SHOdded on August 16, 2013, 06:35:02 PM
Working link: http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24 (http://store.carlisleevents.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=24)
And can we get this event to be a sticky or a banner/link on every page so it is an always-on reminder?
Yes, can you get me a graphic we can use that is 250x250 pixels?
The one thing I'm seriously missing is graphic artistry capabilities :)
will sort something when i get back from my bike ride. ;)
Just called Carlisle events, and they are OK with us grabbing the link to the logo and displaying the logo on our website. It is about 200x200.
I like the Carlisle logo link. looks nice.
Bump on the event logo link :)
Greetings........despite the title name I am the 2013 SEL. No E/B here I definitely want to input some information for Carlisle 2014. I plan on being there, and I think that with enough people we could get the tent at a low cost. As it gets closer we could designate attendees for items like grills, plates, food, condiments, etc.....
seeing as how i live 15 minutes from Carlisle, count on my being there! :chay:
Just got my 2012 sho 2 weeks ago, and i am head over heels in lust.
Welcome & congrats, OGSHO! We are still in the preliminary stages of figuring out the setup for Carlisle. Club name, tent, etc.
JUNE 6-8, 2014
I thought it was all settled that we were all going to register under Liberty SHO Club, that way we can group all the SHO's together, since a lot of us all also members of Taurus Car Club of America, also we can meet the 25 car requirement. I assumed that most of us new gen guys would try to park together, but we wanted to welcome all generations and if we do get a Ecoboost Performance Banner, then the non-SHO guys could also park with us....
I hadn't heard any yea's or nay's, Mark, hence my ?. I am most agreeable to your arrangement, that is the best way to include everyone. Now waiting for that $10 discount to show up :) As far as the banner(s) are concerned, do you think we should do separate banners or a combined banner with mentions of all participating clubs? Size limits/costs?
Put me in as attendee.
Oh no problem, as far as banners go, my first thought is that we should have an individual banner. If we have an Ecoboost Performance Banner, and some one needs it for an event we could ship it to whoever can use it. I think size wise we should keep it reasonable. (And I'm just throwing this size out for discussion) probably in the neighborhood of 2' x 7'. Cost...Mike (4DR) said something about having it made, and if he is still planning on doing that, I really think the design on the banner and cost should be up to him. My only input would be get a banner that will last a few seasons...it would be a shame to get one made that falls apart within one or two uses. Lastly, if each club has it's own banner, they would be able to use it at any other events and I just think it would make the banners more flexible for the clubs.
I would like to be a part of this. We will be at Carlisle with our 2004 Mustang and for 2014 I also plan on bringing our 2013 SHO.
So I've confirmed over this past weekend, that my 2014 family vacation plans, which will bring us to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic for 7 nights, 8 days WILL NOT conflict with the dates proposed for the Nationals.
As such, I would like to know if any of you have thought about actual arrival times AHEAD of the scheduled event dates, and what, if anything, some of you have considered as far as travel time(s) etc.?
I would like to pencil in some type of pre-event arrangements, and may be interested in helping coordinate a caravan/convoy of Chicagoland and/or MidWest folks.....
I'm also thinking that I may NOT want to place all the extra miles back/forth on my SHO, & may, I stress MAY, try to finagle some type of trailer for my beast. But that'd be an added expense on top of what would already be gas, hotels, food, entertainment, etc.
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Just sent a message to Event planning at Carlisle for 2014 FORD Nationals. I asked them if they have heard anything from FORD if they are planning to do anything for the 25th anniv of the Taurus SHO. I told them people are planning vacations for next yr. So hopefully will here something back from them this week. Sorry this has been on the back burner right now, working on getting rear axle replaced in Expedition :banghead:
Anyone have any recommendations for lodging at/near Carlisle? A quick search on hotels.com shows a Days Inn at $76/night right now, most are at/above $100/night. Of course, POSSIBLY cheaper rates could be had closer to event time. Enough interest to get a block of rooms?
I am about 65-75 minutes from Carlisle, and if you guys want me to check on rooms in my area, I can do that. I don't think you will find cheaper rates closer to the event, as these motels are normally booked from year to year, much like the Reading area the week of the NHRA National Event held the past weekend. But I am far enough away that are motels do not upcharge this weekend, and it's still not to far to drive to the event. I also am willing to check out motels that are closer to Carlisle, but as you get closer, most of them are aware of the Carlisle event schedule and price accordingly. I'm willing to do leg work if anyone wants me to check out anything, just let me know...
It'd be about 3.5 hrs out to Lewisburg, PA from my location, so definitely interested.
Well got a reply back from Carlisle, well its bad and but little bright spot. Here is there reply.
Hi Brian,
Thanks for contacting us. We have been in many talks with Ford regarding the 2014 and 2015 Events in recent weeks. No talks have really come up about them pushing an SHO Agenda here as the 50 Years of Mustang will be the primary agenda they are pushing at major events. We will be putting together a 50 Years of Mustang Display as well as a 110 Years of Ford Motor Company display along with a Womens Invitational. Not sure if there is interest from the SHO community in doing maybe a Tent or Display celebration on their portion of the field but we are open to that if they are interested. Any questions please let me know.
Best Regards,
Ken Appell
Event Manager
Carlisle Ford Nationals
Carlisle Performance and Style
1000 Bryn Mawr Road
Carlisle, PA 17013
ph: 717.243.7855 x116
fax: 717.243.0255
www.CarlisleEvents.com (http://www.carlisleevents.com)
KenA@CarlisleEvents.com
Guess its up to us now. I'll be on the other forums putting this info up.
Brian
Just a quick update from me, I just contacted a friend who is the Sales Manager at the Best Western here in Lewisburg about motel rooms in Lewisburg for this event, but I haven't heard back from him. Again, it's probably about a 70 minute drive to the Carlisle event, but hopefully the rooms will be more reasonably priced because I'm sure most of the Carlisle area will be unavailable or very pricey. Will post more info as I receive it. I am getting housing info together now. I also will contact another motel about 12 miles closer then Lewisburg to the event, just so you guys will have the info.
Certainly a dilemma. Can we get enough space on the field to share with the Ford official displays? Do we want to splinter SHOs from the rest of the Ecoboost performance community? If we get our own tent & display, we can showcase the non-pony performance aspect of Ford's history. Certainly there's something for everyone under the blue oval umbrella.
As it stands now we are reserving under Liberty SHO club (as far as I know) and this includes all generations of the SHO, Taurus, and other Ecoboost vehicles. My thoughts is that we will split into our various groups in our display area, and I know Mike said that we will be getting a banner. If Ford doesn't acknowledge the SHO, so be it. I think it will still be a nice event and a chance to meet others from the SHO, Taurus, Ecoboost area. Besides, this way it will be easier to get a tent at no cost and get to the required minimum participants.
The tent location will depend on how many preregister. If we get alot and everyone lets me know, I'll get back ahold of Ken at Carlisle see if we can get prime location on the show field. I'm venting some here so bare with me. I'm little mad, they did something for the freakin pinto and merkur cars really, they were FORD worse POS ever made. Maybe if the almighty's at FORD went to some of the forums, they would see that we are interested in next yr. Well what should I expect, you don't see and ads for the Taurus or Flex on tv, we are the ugly step child I guess. Sorry about the rant. I don't know about drag strip down in that area, but if alot of you guys stay near Lewisburg, we could go to Friday Night Drags at BeaverSprings dragway and have some fun.
Well, as I stated before, I am definitely going to be registering, can I wait for that $10 discount, or should I preregister now to help with the tent location?
I haven't registered yet but will, but I'm going to wait until January to register...no reason, just thought I'd wait until 2014.....
I sent an email to my contact at Ford again. We (SHO Owners) should all definitely plan to get a tent and our own section of the field.
http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-truck-nationals/carlisle-truck-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=481 (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-truck-nationals/carlisle-truck-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=481)
HOLIDAY SALE - THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOYALTY AND SUPPORT
Sale Begins December 13th
From December 13, 2013 through January 3, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. we'll be having an event-wide Holiday Sale. Save a total of 20% off per showfield car registered. This offer includes the already discounted Gate-N-Gate pre-registration prices.
You can also pick up a 2014 Season Pass at the discounted price of $63.95, a 20% savings off of the already money-saving price of $79.95. This is a limited time offer and our way of saying, "Thank you! We appreciate your support and look forward to the 2014 season."
When registering online, discounts will be applied at checkout. Phone orders will also be accepted at 717-243-7855 through Friday, December 20, 2013 at 5 p.m and again from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, January 2-3, 2014.
With a sale like this, there is no reason to EVER pay full price to attend an event at Carlisle.
Shop the Holiday Sale/Register Online
- See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-truck-nationals/carlisle-truck-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=481#sthash.D2e7m41e.dpuf (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-truck-nationals/carlisle-truck-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=481#sthash.D2e7m41e.dpuf)
Great Info!
Thanks for posting the link to discounted passes/tickets. :thankyou:
I hope it will work for the car nationals, as the link came from the truck nationals. If nothing else, maybe buying over the phone may net the max discount.
**Update 11/25/13**
I have confirmed that I will be staying on the same (night) shift for 2014.
As such, vacation picks must be submitted by 12/15/13 (for next year).
I am working out the logistics with the Wife, as it pertains to our own family vacation plans, and what days I have available to utilize outside of those, so that I can attend this event.
Looking ahead, I am scheduled to work that entire weekend (of the Nationals).
However, this isn't necessarily a bad thing mind you, because according to Google Maps, it's a solid, 10hr drive from my starting point, to the event grounds.
Not terrible by any means, and certainly doable.
It also appears (looking back throughout this thread) that the initial dates listed, are incorrect.
As of today, visiting the Official Web Site, the Official Event Dates are as follows:
Friday June 6th, 2014
Saturday June 7th, 2014
Sunday June 8th, 2014
So, chances are looking better for me to attend I guess is all I'm saying.
Hope others are still considering, and/or planning accordingly.
Thanks! :thankyou:
Ha! You guys may get a laugh out of this.....
I just asked my Mother, since her and her new husband own three cars amongst the two of them, if my lovely (*ahem*) Wife can borrow one of their cars for the weekend the Ford Nationals are slated to be held.
Mom says "Sure, why? What do you have going on?"
So I explain the whole thing about the Ford Nationals, and how I don't really desire to put 1,300+ miles on my SHO, and that I would prefer to trailer it (my SHO) back/forth, to/from the event.....
Mom says "cool, no problem at all".
So I inform the Wife today, that among the various dates I'll be selecting for my 2014 Vacation Schedule, is the three days this event is being held in June.
That irk'd her to begin with, but then when I quipped "oh yea, and btw, I'll be using your truck to load my car onto a trailer, and trailer the SHO there and back".
Wife's like "Whoa, hold up! What? Huh? You wanna do what?"
So that sends her slightly over the edge, with her beginning to rant and rave "It's a God Damn car, you can drive (YOUR) car there (and back).... absolutely ridiculous" and blah blah blah and yaddie yaddie yaddie yah yah.....
I just laughed and walked away saying "I love you honey".
:rofl2: :laughing1: :rofl:
Had to chuckle. Been there.... You did better on the response than I did!
Oh man Mike, that sounds exactly like the response I get from both wife and son...which upsets me to no end since son (at least) is a car guy and likes the SHO.
Well..... submitted my Official Vacation / Time Off Request(s) for 2014....
A portion of which, included the entire weekend this event is being held.
Google Maps shows an approximate 10hr drive for me, therefore, I may end up leaving at some ungodly hour of the morning (overnight) Thursday, to arrive there sometime on Friday.
Or I might head out Wednesday. Don't really know yet.
I guess it depends on when vehicle entrants are required to "roll-in" prior to the grounds being opened for the general public and/or spectators.
So if any others are sitting on the fence about this, please get off of it, pipe up about your attendance, as i'm sure it will help foster others to do the same.
Mike :beer:
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I plan to be there! Now just a matter of accommodations.
Most of the motels will probably already be booked. You may be able to get a room cheaper in my area, I am going to look into some pricing within a few weeks for those dates. Only downfall is that it's a little over an hour drive to Carlisle from my house, however, I do it each day of the show, and it's not bad. Once I find some pricing, I will pass it on. I did talk to a friend at Best Western in Lewisburg, and he quoted $125.00 a night, but that's in Lewisburg...also said he may be able to do better, but with Bucknell University and the US Pen in Lewisburg, pricing is normally higher.
My attendance is CONFIRMED.
I will be trailering my SHO to this event from my home base in the S/W Suburb's of Chicago. Looks to be an approximate 10hr drive.
I've booked a hotel in Mechanicsburg, PA. which is approximately 20min away from the show grounds / fields.
I will pre-register in January, after the Holidays (and their related expenses) come to pass.
So I'm get'n kind of excited now, even though this event is 6mo.'s out as of now.
Now that my upgraded turbo's have been installed, and my custom hard pipes are due to ship out this week, I'm hoping to get out to Livernois Motorsports sometime in January (2014) for a newly revised dyno tune.
Aiming for low to mid 500's at the wheels.
The staff over at LMS and I have discussed other upgrades (which I won't go into great details.... yet) but suffice to say, those will come as mod money allows.
In the interim, anyone looking for my most recently compiled mod list (as of Oct. 2013) feel free to check out the lengthy list here:
http://www.hkmediachicago.com/sponsored-and-business-affiliates.html (http://www.hkmediachicago.com/sponsored-and-business-affiliates.html)
I hope to see others taking the time out to plan for this MAJOR, NATIONWIDE, FORD SPONSORED, event....
It'd be nice to meet up, spend some time together, etc. etc not to mention having a relatively decent turn out of any/all Ford Manufactured Vehicles, including lot's of fellow Ecobooster's!
Mike :beer:
Now, just throwing this out there for Friday night after the grounds close for the night. Is anyone want to go "play", to drag strip. I know there is a little 1/8 mile place somewhere down there, or do you guys want to drive up to Beaver Springs up our way to a 1/4 mile track, Friday night drags there are pretty interesting some nights. Up to you guys.
Finally looked at emails this week. Got this one from Carlisle about FORD national. Look at the club piece. Libtery SHO Club has never been offical registered. Never knew they had them. What are you thoughts on it. Its earlier enough to do.
http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx)
I think we need to decide what name to register under, so we all register under one name so we get a club space and everyone knows what name to use for the club. Don't care what name we register as, just so we have one, because I plan on registering in mid-January.
I'd be ok with any banner too, and vote for the Liberty SHO Club (SHO, Flex, F150, Fusion, all & one welcome).
I didnt know they had a contest for most car preregister or best looking club tent. Might be hard to get the most, but would like to try to win the coolest tent part of it.
So, we are all going to register under the Liberty SHO Club?
It is starting to sound like that will be the case.
Me personally, I could care less who I register with, or under what club name.....
It may be of benefit though so that the event organizers can group us together however. Besides winning any club prize or what have you.
I think most members from other forum communities are planning to do so (under the Liberty banner).
I won't be registering until after Christmas myself. Likely in January sometime.
I have no desire to get placed in the proverbial dog house by the Mrs., for outlaying what she would say is "unnecessary" expenditures.
Lol.
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Quote from: bpd1151 on December 10, 2013, 03:04:16 PM
It is starting to sound like that will be the case.
Me personally, I could care less who I register with, or under what club name.....
It may be of benefit though so that the event organizers can group us together however. Besides winning any club prize or what have you.
I think most members from other forum communities are planning to do so (under the Liberty banner).
I won't be registering until after Christmas myself. Likely in January sometime.
I have no desire to get placed in the proverbial dog house by the Mrs., for outlaying what she would say is "unnecessary" expenditures.
Lol.
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Just point out her "unnecessary" expenditures.
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I could try, but actually she's very frugal.
So I would be on the losing end of that commentary I assure you.
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I am new to the forum and just ran across this, however i would love to try to make it out. I am in Fort Wayne IN and would love to meet up and travel out with anyone heading that way. Let me know.
I would also like to make it to Carlisle this spring.
I used to go regularly to the import/kit car (when I had an MG) and went a few years ago with my Mustang.
Everyone is welcome to join us, I will be registering shortly after Jan. 1st.
I-90 E 3,591 km, 33 hours
quite the trip for me, I would love to go but thats just crazy haha
Quote from: curry67 on December 24, 2013, 12:58:50 PM
I-90 E 3,591 km, 33 hours
quite the trip for me, I would love to go but thats just crazy haha
National SHO Convention attendees have been criss crossing the Country for years logging hours like that .....
Special, once a year events like these require a bit of pre-planning, along with a bit of craziness mixed in!
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Hopefully I can make it.. the craziness starts with a 2200 mile drive.... I can't commit yet due to a lecture tour i'm on.... what is the latest I can give a yay or nay and still get with the group?
If anyone who is far away and would like to attend, we can probably make arrangements for one of the members to meet you at the Harrisburg airport if you want to fly in, attend the event, but not have your car.
I believe official registration closes in April, or May (of 2014).
Check official website for details. :ok:
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I would have to plan like a massive vacation lol I would want to stop at livernois and get exhaust cai and tune. Probably goto toronto on the way back
Quote from: curry67 on December 25, 2013, 05:14:34 PM
I would have to plan like a massive vacation lol I would want to stop at livernois and get exhaust cai and tune. Probably goto toronto on the way back
I guess you know now what you are doing that week :D
Quote from: curry67 on December 25, 2013, 05:14:34 PM
I would have to plan like a massive vacation lol I would want to stop at livernois and get exhaust cai and tune. Probably goto toronto on the way back
THAT is a great idea! even if it was a dyno and custom touch-up tune....... hmmmm, maybe We could book the day there!
Quote from: curry67 on December 25, 2013, 05:14:34 PM
I would have to plan like a massive vacation lol I would want to stop at livernois and get exhaust cai and tune. Probably goto toronto on the way back
Sure would make for one great vacation!
how fast can those guys do all that?
Probably 2 per day.
Quote from: mjhpadi on December 24, 2013, 05:42:07 PM
If anyone who is far away and would like to attend, we can probably make arrangements for one of the members to meet you at the Harrisburg airport if you want to fly in, attend the event, but not have your car.
I think I might be interested in something like this.Maybe flying in and renting a Limited.
Guys I really want to go to this event. The main reason to meet you all, see your vehicles and see what all mods you have done. I am curious as to how many have committed to going already? I see the event is June 6th thru 8th which is right around my birthday. Great timing for me!! Is there a way to create a running list to see who all has committed by signing up and who all is pending? Personally I would like it if we were grouped together so we could hang out.
I am committed & am going.
Hotel's already booked.
Trailering my SHO back/forth.
Arriving Thursday afternoon, departing Monday late morning.
I believe across the forums, guys/gals are registering under the club of: "Liberty SHO Club".
Be sure to pick the proper class for your appropriate vehicle when registering.
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Any hotel suggestions? Figure I better start working on this now.
Quote from: bykr on December 29, 2013, 09:11:07 PMAny hotel suggestions? Figure I better start working on this now.
No suggestions really.
I booked a hotel in Mechanicsburg, which is approx 20min from the event grounds.
I would say that anyone booking anywhere, will encounter difficulty in finding availability of open rooms.
When I booked back in November, almost every hotel in Carlisle was booked solid.
That was 7 mo.'s in advance!
So yes, better to call sooner than later. From what I understand, there were over 2k vehicle entries last year.
So to say this is literally a MAJOR EVENT would be stating it mildly.
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Registered and going. No idea on accommodations yet tho.
I am going, planning on registering within the next few days, would like to take advantage of the discount. I am fairly sure that I will be staying at home, since it's only about 75 minutes from the show. As Mike said, you should look for a room now, almost everything around is booked up to a year in advance. If you can't find anything close to the show, I do know of some places closer to my house, but it will mean about an hour drive.
Got reservations today at the Days Inn in Carlisle.
Hi guys, sorry been nuts at work this past month at work, we got swamped and was working a lot of OT. The only break was to ride sled one day. I will be doing my sign up soon. Yes, rooms are Carlisle book up fast on show weekends. Oh yeah, I got lucky, for someone who made couple cool SHO logos. I asked him to go off one of him designs for a tshirt for the event weekend. Here is what he came up with. I asked him to add Carlisle 2014 under the car logo. That will be the back of the shirt and the other one will be on the front. Hope you guys like.
Very cool shirt!
Bamsho.... I like the shirt design a lot.
I'll be in for two of 'em..... one so I can wear, the other so I can keep pristine / unworn.
Moving along.....
Today is the last day to opt-in and register at a discounted rate of 20% off.
Sale ends at midnight, Jan. 3rd, 2014....
I officially just registered myself, so for those of you going, and yet to sign up, it would be advantageous if you were to do so before midnight tonight.
Here's the link once again to the sale ad:
http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/carlisle-ford-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=478 (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/carlisle-ford-nationals-detail.aspx?detailid=478)
Thanks for the reminder about the holiday sale, Mike...just finished registering myself so I could take advantage of the discount. Once again, registered under Liberty SHO Club and as a modified Taurus SHO, since they are not specific about the mods!
I am in for 2 T's myself with that logo, Brian! And glad to see you are now registered, Mike! Our little band is sure to make some noise at the Nationals this year :D
Almost forgot...I do like the T's! Great design, very nice, I would love to get a couple but I need like 4 or 6XL....
I'm registered as well! Count me in for a shirt too...
See you guys there!
I love the shirt, but I'd change the color of the 2nd gen SHO to a lighter color or change the background...green isn't going to show up too well against a black back ground
I would really love to go but, I don't think I'll be able to. Maybe someone would be kind enough to grab me a shirt.
Would be glad to pick up a shirt for you.. size? It would be great if you could make it!
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I hope I'll be starting a new job soon. Don't want to have to take off time. XXL Thanks!
Understood, but sure would be nice if you could make it!
Yeah. I'd love to see everybody. Maybe I can pre-arrange the time off. I have to see how it goes.
Even if it doesn't work out, I will make sure you get a shirt Dave! As long as they are get made.
I wanted to let everyone know me and my husband will be there. We love going to Carlisle. I booked the hotel Monday, we are staying at Days Inn North. My 2013 Taurus SHO will be there as well as our 2004 mustang GT with coyote swap.
Awesome! Great to hear!
I hope you signed up under the "Liberty SHO Club" Banner, to ensure the show coordinators keep all of us Taurus/SHO owners grouped/corralled together.
I see more and more Taurus owners signing up across multiple forums communities everyday. Oughta be a great time. One for the memory books for sure!
Cool beans! We should have a nice group and should have a great weekend!
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We have not actually registered just yet, so I will be sure to do that. I just booked the hotel. Has anyone else booked hotels yet?
It will be great to meet everyone.
Hotels are/were filling up pretty fast. I got me a reservation in nearby Mechanicsburg.
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HoJo in Harrisburg 4 me.
Still haven't booked a hotel...at this point still planning on commuting, but may change if I can ever find out the family's schedule.
Don[t forget to register as Liberty SHO Club when pre-registering.
I may be interested in attending.
Sorry... But which of the several event should we register for?
Ford Nationals held June 6-9,2014
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When I select the registration link about 6-7 event come up from $45-$90... just trying to make sure. May be able to drive out.
Try this link, it should get you to the right place to start:
http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx)
Perfect, Thanks MJ!
Hi all -
So are we getting a tent? I know there was some discussion, but, not sure if anyone made a decision. I know there is extra cost involved with having a tent, but, count me in if we want to pool our money for one.
Mark
We have to get a certain number of registrants under the Liberty SHO banner to get the tent (?). Not sure how many there are right now. I am also more than happy to contribute to the pool also.
Yes, free or discounted based on the number of participants registered in the club.
http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/clubs-at-carlisle/default.aspx (http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/clubs-at-carlisle/default.aspx)
Let me update you on what I know. Also maybe Bamsho will have a little more info. I believe that there is roughly 30 of us between us and TCCA. So I believe we will get a tent as I think we will be together on the infield. Also one of the guys at TCCA is collecting 20 bucks from everyone going...this will get you a T-shirt (not sure of the design), nametag, and there will also be prizes given away. However, you have to let him know your shirt size. There is a thread over at TCCA, and Taurus Daily Driver is taking the collection...you can contact him or read the thread for more info. I would still like to see us have an Ecoboost Performance Forum banner to put up...
Lastly, I am planning on bringing all my detailing supplies so if anyone wants to use them, they will be welcome to use my Adam's stuff. If we don't have access to electric, I am considering bringing a generator, so we can use my PC for detailing...I probably won't bring the generator on the first day, but will bring it along the following day. I just can't remember if there is access to electric or not on the infield.
What time do the gates open on the 6th and close on the 8th?
Quote from: mjhpadi on February 25, 2014, 07:28:17 PM
I would still like to see us have an Ecoboost Performance Forum banner to put up...
Once Mike has the new logo completedwe could have a banner made. It would have use beyond Carlisle 2014. If someone wants to start a fund we could all Paypal $5 or $10... and the collection could start now. If even 100 folks donated (I will) that's plenty to get the banner made.
That was my thought, I believe Mike offered to pick up the cost to have the banner made. Then it could be used for any event where out members are attending. I'm thinking that it would be better if members would pick up the cost of shipping the banner to where it is needed. Shipping can get to be expensive quickly, especially if the banner needs to be shipped a bunch of times. But I also thought that it would be best until the new logo is finished.
Anything up with the new logo and the banner idea?
I have a connection with a local college that offers a printing program.
For the 24" tall by whatever width you choose, the price is $5 per square foot. This is for a white vinyl banner with whatever full-color graphic you provide and the price includes the metal mounting rings in the corners. The graphic needs to be high resolution and they prefer to work with pdf format. Banners for outside organizations are not produced by the students, but instead by one of the staff members.
Price examples ($5 per square foot):
2'x5' - $50
2'x6' - $60
2'x10' - $100
etc.
Quote from: BiGMaC on March 14, 2014, 04:07:28 AM
Anything up with the new logo and the banner idea?
No, actually the whole Carlisle subject has been quiet lately. Other than Mike (bpd) and I both received a letter from Carlisle listing events, and what was required to get a tent. If anyone wants to see it, just shoot me and e-mail address or let me know and I will copy it and PM to you. It's too long to post here.
But I sure hope we can get a banner, it would be a shame to miss this opportunity to promote both Mike's business and the forum.
Could you PM me a copy of the letter please? TIA!
Quote from: SHOdded on March 14, 2014, 06:52:14 PM
Could you PM me a copy of the letter please? TIA!
Sent!
Sorry for the delay in this. I had to change up the tshirt design, but still looks good. For 30 shirts is $10.00 per. That is a 50/50 blend or do you guys prefer 100% cotton? That is also medium blue with white or silver printing. Will have logo on the front even though pic here doesn't show it. Yes there are two pics, jus how he sent them to me. Will have correct one for the printer.
Quote from: bamsho on April 21, 2014, 02:36:32 PM
Sorry for the delay in this. I had to change up the tshirt design, but still looks good. For 30 shirts is $10.00 per. That is a 50/50 blend or do you guys prefer 100% cotton? That is also medium blue with white or silver printing. Will have logo on the front even though pic here doesn't show it. Yes there are two pics, jus how he sent them to me. Will have correct one for the printer.
I vote 100% cotton.
Jumping onto Tom's ship, 100% cotton :D At least 2, XL (or larger, if available)?
OK guys, np, will get a price on 100% cotton. Price was S thru XL, 2XL is $1.50 per size up.
I love the design but since I'm providing my own shirts, I'm not going to vote for what material. But I hope the guys order to help you out.
Put me down for one t-shirt in XL ... let me know when and where to pay.
I'll take a LG. Let me know for pmt.
2010 Steel Blue Metallic, Fully Loaded, non PP, LMS 4+, K&N drop in, 170 T-stat, 3 bar MAP
Talked to Brian tonight, and he's checking to get a firm price on 100% cotton shirts. I am sure he will post more info after he talks to the printer tomorrow.
Price for 100% cotton is $11.00. I will be placing the order May 12, I will need shirt sizes by then. I'm going with 10LG, 15XL, 5MD. They have a 12 business day turn around. This will give them plenty of time to get them done. PM me your sizes, and I will PM everyone how to pay.
FYI guys. You don't have to be going to Carlisle to want a shirt. Just need to know how many by May11. Thanks
FoMoCoSHO wrote........
QuoteWhat time do the gates open on the 6th and close on the 8th?
This is the Carlisle Events link according to this gate hours are 7-7 Thursday-Saturday 7-3 Sunday. According the link gates open Thursday but if you want show field there could be admission charge for the driver but not the vehicle. As for Sunday most vehicles start rolling out about late morning to avoid the rush. Speaking of rush, be patient that weekend and allow plenty of time for everything.
http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx)
Hints for Carlisle, PA over on shoforum: http://www.shoforum.com/showthread.php?p=1410508 (http://www.shoforum.com/showthread.php?p=1410508)
Alright registered for the Ford Nationals under liberty show club. Anyone planning on driving up from the Frederick MD area on Friday morning. I plan just driving back and forth everyday since its only about 65 miles each way.
I am planning on going up the afternoon of the 5th, returning on Sunday. Haven't decided East or West routes yet.
Hey guys, order is placed at the tshirt maker. Pick up date is May 30. It's getting closer. :cheers:
Thanks for the update!
SRT/SHOodded: I am heading up Friday AM probably mid morning arrival. After that I have hotel reservations for FRI and SAT night then heading West back to Pittsburgh Sunday afternoon.
If everything goes as planned for me. I'll be there from when the gates open up both Friday and Sat. Meaning early morning wake up calls for me. Can't wait to see everyone. Not sure yet what food/drinks, adult drinks :beer2:. I do know food there is little pricey, but also there are some good eats too. I'm now praying to the weather gods, hoping for good weather.
Hope you all can beat the traffic over there :) The weather had better hold up!
I'm looking to register to put my car on the showfield just have an easily accessible place to relax. Its $55 for the car and two people, but what happens if your bringing more people than that? I'm going to take my parents with me, so I need passes for two more people.
I'm just going for the day on Saturday...
After you get done registering your car, you will just have to pay regular admission for the other people in your party. I think its like $10 a person or close to that.
Jun 6-8, 2014
Adult Admission: Daily Thu.- Sat. $12 / Sun $7 / Event Pass $25
Gate Times: Thu.-Sat. 7am-7pm , Sun. 7am-3pm
http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx (http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/default.aspx)
Just approved the design the tshirt maker sent me. Shirts are going to look good. Can't wait till next Friday.
:bravo: :lurk: :thumb:
Any word on a tent for us at Carlisle?
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Checking on the tent right now. Will get back ASAP. I see TCCA group has there, doesn't look like Liberty got enough for free tent.
Thanks, Brian. Any idea how many we are short for an LSHOC tent?
Not sure. I'm going to pay for the tent so we have one. If we get enough that sign in after I'll get my money back. SO if anyone from here is planning to show up friday or saturday please use Liberty SHO Club as the club name. Thanks. I think we are behind the washing area, that's where the TCCA tent is and im sure we are near there too. Looks like we arean't going to be on the freakin hill. Just got a call the shirts are done, YEAH, on less thing to worry about.
If you end up paying for the tent, let us know so we can chip in. Psyched about the tees, glad it happened!
Where is the best place to be for the tent? Obviously a noob question :D
We are grouped with TCCA, we told Carlisle that it was OK to put us together as one group, so that's the only way TCCA had enough to get a tent, it is us and them since most of us our members there as well as here...please don't pay for another tent, not necessary.
Thanks Mark, my bad didn't know that. Shirts look good, turned out better than I thought. Well that's another thing not to worry about. Just might bring a smaller portable one, just in case. I can't wait for next weekend.
Won't be able to make it to Carlisle :( I do have a room booked at the HoJo in Harrisburg c/i June 4 c/o June 8 if anyone wants to take advantage. Just have to show your ID and reference me.
I'm at Carlisle!
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I'm hoping to be there early Saturday morning with my wife and parents...see you guys then
Ok Mark, don't rub it in. Will be there around 8:30 Friday morning. Will have some extra Tshirts for sale too. Everyone have safe travels to and from Carlisle.
Quote from: markssho on June 05, 2014, 07:15:13 PM
I'm at Carlisle!
Nice! Enjoy the event, keep us updated :D
I wasn't sure where to post my question. Was there any pictures from the event? I would really like to see pictures of your cars.