AF DSM Meet 2008 - North

Bomb shit. $90 total or $90 per night?

So we need people to start signing off for sure about whether or not they are coming as soon as they know/decide. I am coming for sure, parents and work know and its all good. I cant believe its only two weeks away!!

EDIT: I'll double check with Eric, but I'm pretty sure he's coming too. I dont think he'll be in the MR2 though, he friend the ECU. :(

$45 a night. Not bad at all me thinks.

I'm coming with my girl for sure.

I got the days off for vacation! 50 trim installed and running good too so I'm still in.

Awesome Tim. Did you see that Brian may not be coming? If so, are you still meeting up at my place first on Thursday? I don't care either way. Still show ya around the city and everything. Up to you though. You should figure out how long it would take to zip 60638 (or chicago)


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OFFICIAL FOR SURE LIST
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Titties! Tim, I'd be kind of interested in a log. :)

I'm going to have to drop to the maybe list. A) I don't really have a car at the moment that I want to take on a joyride across the next state, but if it's done by the meet, I'll for sure be there. and B) Harvest is looking to come along pretty soon here, so I may not be able to take off so much time in 2 weeks being as I'm already taking off the 2-8th of August.

I'll keep you guys updated though

My ballz...

So here is what's up... I can be off that Saturday and Sunday, but that is it. Because I'm in my "training" for the first few weeks, I'm also on a probation period and because of that I'm not aloud to miss any "training"... So I'm wondering if it is even worth me haulin ass up there on Saturday morning just to spend the day up there and have to come flying back here on Sunday afternoon so I can be back to work on Monday morning for my "training"...

Like I said... My ballz...

My ballz...
So here is what's up... I can be off that Saturday and Sunday, but that is it. Because I'm in my "training" for the first few weeks, I'm also on a probation period and because of that I'm not aloud to miss any "training"... So I'm wondering if it is even worth me haulin ass up there on Saturday morning just to spend the day up there and have to come flying back here on Sunday afternoon so I can be back to work on Monday morning for my "training"...

Like I said... My ballz...

Did you tell them that you've had the request in for a long time? Did you tell them it's your best buds wedding? Did ya?!? Did you give them the sad puppy-Brian eyes? Did you tell them that if they let you miss Friday, you'll come in on the following Saturday or stay later to make up for any lost time. Did ya?!?!?!

You're killing me, son

ya man most people are decent enough to give you a day off if its something thats important. I think where there is a awill there is a way make it happen bud. I wish I was allowed in the states right now. It won't be long till I beat these charges maybe next year boys dsm north north? Who's willing ???

Did you tell them that you've had the request in for a long time? Did you tell them it's your best buds wedding? Did ya?!? Did you give them the sad puppy-Brian eyes? Did you tell them that if they let you miss Friday, you'll come in on the following Saturday or stay later to make up for any lost time. Did ya?!?!?!

You're killing me, son
I had the request in a long time ago with my old job and it was approved by a different boss. Requested days off don't carry over unless the new boss approves them also. I should have said it was for a wedding, but stupid me said car show the first time I talked to him so it's kind of hard to change the story the second time I talked to him about it...

Or did ya tell them they'll have to deal with Thor after a half a bottle of Viagra, two hits of PCP, and seven energy drinks?? That'll change their mind real fuckin fast.

Or did ya tell them they'll have to deal with Thor after a half a bottle of Viagra, two hits of PCP, and seven energy drinks?? That'll change their mind real fuckin fast.
lol... You make it sound like your a world famous rapist when you put it that way. lol :p

You should tell your boss that you are in the car show and that you have a deposit put down and you'll get it back only if you attend (Amanda came up with that one... see... you got your credit). Say it was like $300 or something large and you want that money. Tell them you called and they already denied a refund so you must go.

lol... You make it sound like your a world famous rapist when you put it that way. lol :p
Now, no. But after all that I'll be un-fucking-stoppable. Not a single one of them will be able to sit right for the rest of the summer.

Now, no. But after all that I'll be un-fucking-stoppable. Not a single one of them will be able to sit right for the rest of the summer.

So you like to have butt-sex with men is what you're saying? :uhoh: :lol:

No enjoyment will be had, Garrett. It will be a rage and drug fueled justice fuck. It will be swift, and it will be righteous.

Got the paperwork for the camp grounds today.


PEOPLE! MAKE SURE I TAKE THE PAPER WITH WHEN I'M LEAVING. CALL, TEXT, WHATEVER... I NEED IT.

Dusty, it says to re-register by 11am. Does that mean that someone has to be there by then or I just have to call them again the day of at that time? Again, I've never done this before so I don't know.

Says they have fishing pier, swimming pond, trails and an archery range! Also have portable toilets and fire holes. Gates are locked 1/2 hr after sunset, so that may affect some plans.

Again, says we need vehicle permits, but says nothing about where to get them or how much.

I won't be able to make it guys... There's just no way I can now... :(

You can get vehicle permits there, and they are $5 a day.

I dont know what the "re-registering" is, but I'd just give them a call to check.

Brian: Your mom.

Brian: Your mom.

Truer words have never been spoken.

Ok Bri, since you can't make it this time you still have to make a trip to Chi-town one of these days then.

YAY FOR NEXT WEEK ALREADY!! So I'm going to guess that there's going to be very few people again. Just my thinking.

i cant make it guys, but i'm down to meeting with you for a couple hours if that's cool.

Ahhhh, longemoco! PM me your number dude, we'll call when we head in to Porky's for dinner or something.

DONE, i was really planing on making it, but NO GST, NO CAMPING STUFF,and i'm in middle of paying lawyer bills.

how far is this place from mpls? maybe if i can get someone else to come with me we can split the cost and it would only be for one night. i'll ask him tomorrow.

Its at Lake Elmo which is I believe like 35 minutes from down town Minneapolis.

Does anyone who's coming have a 2G data logger? Mine won't connect and I think the actual OBD connection on the cable is bad.

Hey guys, have fun up there.. I would come but I'm leaving for milwaukee tomorrow until sunday.

Have fun up there guys, I'd come but I leave for milwaukee tomorrow and will be gone until sunday.

I might be a tight ass on this trip. I'm low on funds. But should be good enough to still have a good time.

I feel ya man, I'm in the same boat. I'm going to scrap my stock rims, spare IM's, and junk head for some extra cash. :)

So I'm driving home tonight and I hear a new noise. A rattling if you will. When I get home I opened the hood and whenever I revved the engine I hear this rattling like something is bouncing around in my cylinder head. But it's coming from the water pump area, maybe behind the timing belt cover. SHIT!

Looks like I'll be pullin' it off tomorrow after work. WHY NOW? I'll update you ladies tomorrow.

Tim your car better not be falling apart. Hopefully it's nothing.
I'll be calling you tonight so expect a call.

So seriously though, I think next year we should have a Chicago meet since I am the ONLY person going to both meets. So 1 out of 6 people went to both lol.

yea if it was like in grand rapids or something the drive wouldn't be that bad for me at all. Like 7 hours I could probably handle that one.

yea if it was like in grand rapids or something the drive wouldn't be that bad for me at all. Like 7 hours I could probably handle that one.

How about Chicago?

God DAMN dude! I'd be breathing fuckin fire if I were you. Let us know yo!

I'd be game for a Chicago meet next year, since I am the only MN guy going to the MN meet. Granted I more than likely wont be driving the Talon next year, but I'll have the Cavy.

How about Chicago?

Well I try and avoid the big cities as much as possible but if it was there its there. What can I do. But as for campgrounds and stuff what would we do?

Tim your car better not be falling apart. Hopefully it's nothing.
I'll be calling you tonight so expect a call.

So seriously though, I think next year we should have a Chicago meet since I am the ONLY person going to both meets. So 1 out of 6 people went to both lol.

I'll be out working on the car. I picked up a new water pump. It sounds like the impellar is hitting the housing. I will be taking the Alternator belt off, run the car and see if it makes the noise. The whole pulley looks wobbley when I hit the throttle. Wish I had a new timing belt to throw on it too. We'll see....

Yeah, we'd probably want to get a ways out of the down town area wouldnt we? It is a good year away though, lets not get ahead of ourselves. ;)

Well ya it wouldn't be right in the downtown area. I don't live in the downtown area :lol: There's camp grounds in different locations and shit but it's a long way away. I was actually coming up with some good ideas at work today but it would require people to actually show up. Anywho...

I'm home!!!!!!!!!!!

Trip was awesome! Let me say, AF people are best, nicest group of people around.

So Thursday, Tim drove up to Chicago... was supposed to be here around 7, but didn't get her until after 11. Had some mix ups or whatever on the route here. So we didn't get to see the city and have some fun. Just hit Dennys.

Friday, we left my place around 10 and drove to MN. Tim followed while I led.
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Rained once on the way but wasn't bad. Got to the grounds around 5:30 and got all setup. Camp site was huge. We got the biggest group site (although didn't need it) but it was away from everyone else, nice and quiet, and big. No trees, but just a huge grass area cut out of the field or whatever.

When pulling into the place, I almost hit a Turkey! Thing gobbled across the street while trying to find where to go and made me slam on the brakes. Crazy.

Looking up from the parking lot.
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Camp site where we setup the tents
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Dustin showed up a little later and we all got acquainted and talking about the cars.

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We went to Cubs and the liquor store and then BBQed around the fire. Was perfect outside, except for some bugs and then got colder during the night.
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Saturday we woke up
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The site had showers and some pretty decent utilities. Very nice people there, fire wood, "welcome comity", and more. We went to IHOP for breakfast and Mall of America.
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Then checked out the rest of the grounds, like the homemade swimming lake and the fishing pier.
Dustin on the pier.
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Afterward, we went for dinner, but Dustins car ended up overheating. We worked on it and rewired the fans. Then his battery died. Then while I was jumping, mine started over heating. Blah. Then headed to Porkys... however, there was a car show or something going on and no place to park. Ended up going to another restaurant. Then went back to the grounds (after getting lost), fired it up and made Smores.

Sunday, Tim left really early, and then me and Dustin left at like 10ish. Dustin had some issues which I'm sure he'll talk about soon. I had a small overheating issue, so picking up another slimline fan this week.

sounds like a good trip wish I could be there but I can pretty much gurantee next year I can make :)

Yeah sounds like you guys had a blast, next year I'll def. make it, I just had alot of things turn up the same weekend this year and it had to be this weekend. Good news though, I sold the RS on saturday so that's a plus, now I can get started on the Talon and have it done for next years meet.

I think we all learned that our cars get hot and need another fan!

Highlights include:

1)stranded on the side of the road rewiring Dustin's fan to work with an under-hood switch while a crack head peddles us for cash

2)the old man asking if we had alcohol (Buffalo Buttlicker Bob)

3)hot 15 year olds at the Mall of America!

4)grillin' hot dogs with some of the coolest people i met in awhile

Good times! Is it next year yet?

Afterward, we went for dinner, but Dustins car ended up overheating. We worked on it and rewired the fans. Then his battery died. Then while I was jumping, mine started over heating. Blah. Then headed to Porkys... however, there was a car show or something going on and no place to park. Ended up going to another restaurant. Then went back to the grounds (after getting lost), fired it up and made Smores.

Sunday, Tim left really early, and then me and Dustin left at like 10ish. Dustin had some issues which I'm sure he'll talk about soon. I had a small overheating issue, so picking up another slimline fan this week.
Talon got angry and poopied on Thor. :(

It all started when we were going to dinner, as Dave alluded to. We were cruising on the highway and it started to get hot. We pulled over and started looking at shit, and noticed the fan wasnt working. We figured it was the sensor on the bottom of the radiator, so we used a switch I had and some o Dave's wire to hardwire the fan. That did the trick... until I was heading home. I was like an hour and a half from home and the 219* coolant light came on, with the fan on. I picked up the speed and nothing happened so I shut it down shortly thereafter and let it cool down. I started grabbing hoses and shit and the upper radiator hose was hot as hell, but the lower was significantly cooler. Then I set my hands on the radiator and leaned on it to think, then I realized the radiator was maybe like 80*. T-stat must have gotten stuck shut, fucking great. So I waited another 20 minutes or so and got ready to take off again.

Flash back to Friday afternoon. I got down to the campground and noticed the inner parts of my front tires were worn like hell, down to the cords. I tried to switch front and back, but for whatever dumb ass reason I had lockers on the back wheels and left the key at home. Flash back to me sitting on the side of the road after it cooled down.

So I fire 'er up and take off, and I made it like 20 miles or so with no over heating issues. I was thinking I was in the clear to make it up to the next town to rip the T-stat housing open and take the stuck T-stat so it will stay cool... then I smell burning rubber. FUCK. Pulled over and sure enough the shit wore through the tire and she was toast. Dad came and got it with the flatbed.

I was pretty furious during all of this and was about damn ready to part it. Dave is right though, both of the things that went wrong are pretty routine maintenance... a bad T-stat and a misalignment. I think the hard starting and studdering under boost has something to do with the bad plugs, which I think has something to do with the switch to E85. I think I am going to change the plugs, T-stat, change the front tires (luckily I have four spare tires in the exact same size as I am running now), and have it aligned and see where I am.

Note: I just did some reading/searching on E85 stuff and I found this:
Fuel Filter
This is something that needs to be changed after running 500 miles or so on E85. The ethanol will actually clean any sludge and particles in your gas tank and fuel lines and can clog your fuel filter decreasing fuel economy and cause hard starts , hesitation on acceleration and bad idle. So I am now at 800 Miles running E85 and this is something that is being changed.
It makes perfect sense. The 1000's took a couple cranks more to get started, but its been to the point of hardly getting started when I was leaving Minneapolis. The milage took a huge shit as time has gone on too, I estimated I was getting about 25 mpg highway halfway to Minneapolis and I figured I was getting more like 21 mpg on the return trip. This also explains the hesitation under boost.

Anyway, my JAW should have been here today or maybe tomorrow or Wednesday, and I am going to use the money from the clutch for a WBo2 sensor and GM MAP sensor. I already have a good fuel filter from my buddies car, he replaced it when his car died, but it never got running again... then I got the car. Once I get paid on Thursday I will go to the store and get oil, filter, and a thermostat, and sometime this week I will have the front wheels off to switch the tires. Hopefully I will get all the new fluids and shit in on Thursday and Friday night, get the new tires on somewhere in there, and get the wheels balanced and aligned on Saturday. Hopefully my MAP and WBo2 sensors will be at NAPA at the end of the week too, so I should be all sorts of hooked up by Sunday... HOPEFULLY!!

EDIT: I definately had a great time as well. You guys were great people to hang out with for the weekend, I really hope we can get together again!

I think we all learned that our cars get hot and need another fan!

Highlights include:

1)stranded on the side of the road rewiring Dustin's fan to work with an under-hood switch while a crack head peddles us for cash

2)the old man asking if we had alcohol (Buffalo Buttlicker Bob)

3)hot 15 year olds at the Mall of America!

4)grillin' hot dogs with some of the coolest people i met in awhile

5)ketchup bottles fart

Good times! Is it next year yet?

LMFAO!! I kept trying to remember what you called him and now I'm seriously laughing hard. haha.

You shoulda went for a 15yr old.

Also added in #5

Highlights include:

1)stranded on the side of the road rewiring Dustin's fan to work with an under-hood switch while a crack head peddles us for cash

2)the old man asking if we had alcohol (Buffalo Buttlicker Bob)

3)hot 15 year olds at the Mall of America!

4)grillin' hot dogs with some of the coolest people i met in awhile

5)ketchup bottles fart


LOL!! YES! All good memories of the weekend. I should take a picture of our handy work on the side of the road too, I bet you guys would get a kick out of that. It managed to keep what little water flowing through the block as I had cool though, so I am not complaining!

EDIT: I'm glad I'm not the only one that noticed the oodles of jail bait at the mall! It looked more like a setup by Dateline NBC to catch child predators than a normal day at the mall.

I forgot about the ketchup, it was what we all needed after the cooling fan incident.

Sorry about your problems man. The meet wouldn't be complete without some sort of DSM failure.

I forgot about the ketchup, it was what we all needed after the cooling fan incident.

Sorry about your problems man. The meet wouldn't be complete without some sort of DSM failure.

The South didn't have any problems, except for Silvr's car being f*cked to begin with and burning quarts of oil like nothing. Only problem I had there was the sidemarker popping out while coming home (held on by wire).

At least the problems aren't something bigger, like a blown turbo, blown motor or whatever. And no one got hurt in any accidents or anything. Just the normal burns and Dave getting windshield washer fluid all over his face and in the eyes.

I will deffinetly need to go next year to one of the meets, if it's anywhere near where it was this year then I could meet up w/ Tim and we could cruise out together.

That would be awesome Ned.

Uhhh... did anyone else get a weird rash last weekend? My legs are covered in weird bumps and shit.

Uhhh... did anyone else get a weird rash last weekend? My legs are covered in weird bumps and shit.

Herpes of the leg? What did the 2 of you do in the tent?

Me and Amanda were all over the grass and got nothing. I don't know dude.

Uhhh... did anyone else get a weird rash last weekend? My legs are covered in weird bumps and shit.

hahahashahaha
:)

Yeah, its fucking gross/weird. Part of it looks like heat rash, some of it looks like poison ivy, and some of it looks like short cat scratches. As long as it doesnt spread to my groinal region and it goes away eventually I'll be happy.

I remembered another one for the list:

6. Dave almost hitting a turkey and Tim thinking they might be poisonous.

No rash but my ass hurt one morning. Something from the ground must have been poking me while i was sleeping.

Poisonous turkeys, although rare, claim the lives of innocent campers several times a year. Dave was fortunate to not hit it, but lucky to get out alive.

No rash but my ass hurt one morning. Something from the ground must have been poking me while i was sleeping.

Maybe I won't come along next year...:eek7:

There are so many things to say right now but I can't pick the best one... they're just all too funny. lol. Don't worry Ned, next year in Chicago we'll be good.

Perhaps it was all the booze Dustin kept getting me to drink. It was odd cause I don't think he had any that night?

Perhaps it was all the booze Dustin kept getting me to drink. It was odd cause I don't think he had any that night?

That's right, he was pushing you pretty hard to drink. He had like half a can of that non-beer beer.

:lol: Jesus guys. All this after I decided not to joke about getting the rash from your girlfriend Dave. ;)

And I was the only one that did any drinking! Dave sent me home with damn near all of Amanda's booze and 9 of his 12 Land Sharks, one of which I am enjoying now. (Thank you by the way) :)

:lol: Jesus guys. All this after I decided not to joke about getting the rash from your girlfriend Dave. ;)

And I was the only one that did any drinking! Dave sent me home with damn near all of Amanda's booze and 9 of his 12 Land Sharks, one of which I am enjoying now. (Thank you by the way) :)

...and she originally got the rash from me. HAHAHA. It's all good.

I was too tired to really drink much. Usually those would all be gone but I don't drink much when tired. MN is an exhausting state I guess. Besides I get cases from work anyways.

And I though you didn't like Landshark... you lie. You love it. :licka: