Mountain Run 2

[cvette98pacecar]

Gentlemen, the course is set the hotels locked in at a guaranteed rate. All we need now are drivers that are not afraid of couple twisty turning roads.
Last year 9 members and friends embarked on the first ever mountain run just before the Bowling Green C4 gathering. This year we have the same type adventure planned if you like to drive your Z or Corvette on twisting roads.
Day 1 will consist of Diamond back, Blue Ridge Parkway and part of old miners 28.
Day two will consist of six gaps, old miners 28, Smokey mountains and tail of the dragon.
Day three will be the same as last year Devils triangle on our way to the Corvette Museum.

Here is the information for the hotels:
May 11th we will meet up at the Holiday Inn express in Blowing Rock, NC the room rate is $65.00 which is fully refundable. If you decide to pay upfront the cost is $62.93
http://tinyurl.com/n5vw7rf

May12th we will be staying at the Holiday Inn express Dillard, GA the room rate is $76.54
http://tinyurl.com/k9gkdeg

May 13th we are staying at the Candlewood suites in Alcoa, TN the room rate for a Queens is $61.95 and the two Doubles is $64.95.
http://tinyurl.com/lu4ah5l

We are trying to keep driving down to 6 hours a day.
I will have more information on hotels and routes in the next day or so.

Day 0 (Sun)
arrive at Holiday Inn Express, Blowing Rock, NC

Day 1 (Mon)
211 miles / 5:15 driving time
Blue Ridge Pkwy, Diamondback, Triple Loop (1 leg)
08:30 depart Blowing Rock
11:30 Lunch @ Black Rock, NC
16:30 ETA Holiday Inn Express, Dillard , GA

Day 2 (Tue)
264 miles / 6:30 driving time
Six Gaps, Triple Loop (1 leg), Tail of the Dragon
08:30 depart Dillard
11:30 Lunch - Helen , GA
06:00 ETA Candlewood Suites, Alcoa , TN

Day 3 (Wed)
265 miles / 5:00 driving time (change from EDT to CDT)
Devils Triangle
08:30 depart Alcoa
11:30 Lunch - Cookeville , TN
03:00 ETA UPlaza, Bowling Green , KY

George Jones once again has been instrumental in helping in the planning of the mountain run.

Here is a link that has all of the routes and route maps.
http://s1199.photobucket.com/user/rdemarco06/library/Mountain%20Run%202?sort=6&page=1

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[msmoore]

Do either of the days include the Cherohala Skyway? If not, you're missing out on a great road. Tellico plains TN to Robinsville NC. Absolutely beautiful drive and allows for somewhat higher speeds. Ive enjoyed it in the Vette and my VTX. There are several pull-offs that provide incredible views from about 5000'ASL. http://www.cherohala.com

[Gunny]

We did the Cherohala last year ... as well as the Dragon 2X, Smoky Mtn Loop, and Moonshiner 28. This year we're doing different routes, but you are absolutely correct, the Cherohala is a wonderful road. Assuming the Mountain Run becomes an annual event, we will definitely do the Cherohala again.

[msmoore]

I hope I can make it this year. The wife doesn't mind an occasional 7k run through a few gears but she is not a big fan of the twisties. I may just have her meet me in BG. We're just down the road in Nashville so might be able to make that work.

[Gunny]

I always thought that my wife was complaining unnecessarily about the "twisties" until I realized she was actually getting "sea sick" riding through the Dragon. Later I completely understood when I let someone else drive the Dragon and I rode ... I got totally sick. Bottom line: mountain roads are great ... IF you're the driver; not so much when you ride.

On the last day of the Mountain Run we drive north from Alcoa to Oliver Springs for the Triangle, then drop back down to I-40 west ... lunch will be in Cookeville. We are scheduled to turn north at Lebanon for the final leg to BG. You could easily drive to Nashville, pick up your wife, then come up I-65 to BG, arriving not long after we get there.

I enjoy the mountain roads every chance I get, but the fun factor increases exponentially when you run the roads with a bunch of Z-owners. 'nuff said.

Hope you join us.

[Jagdpanzer]

Did the run last year with my son and it was a fantastic experience. Gunny's knowledge of the area roads and the spirited pace he maintained as our posse point man made it even more enjoyable. So for all you guys and gals out there with ZR-1s trying to make up your minds on this mandatory bucket list thing to do while you still can - JUST DO IT !! Guarantee it'll be most fun you'll ever have in your Corvette with your clothes on.

[msmoore]

I always thought that my wife was complaining unnecessarily about the "twisties" until I realized she was actually getting "sea sick" riding through the Dragon. Later I completely understood when I let someone else drive the Dragon and I rode ... I got totally sick. Bottom line: mountain roads are great ... IF you're the driver; not so much when you ride.


That makes total sense. I've never heard her complain on the bike. This sounds like a good solo adventure and an opportunity to meet some new "brothers".

[Paul Workman]

That makes total sense. I've never heard her complain on the bike. This sounds like a good solo adventure and an opportunity to meet some new "brothers".

Dramamine... Always got me past the first day or so at sea, after being in port a few months. Should work on "The Dragon" as well, I recon!

[Gunny]

Paul,

Dramamine does work quite well. Another item that works (without chemicals) is the wrist band with a pressure ball. I think these are available from sporting goods, pharmacies, etc. The wrist bands were recommended to me when I took 100+ students on a cruise to the Bahamas a few years back ... I was really surprised to discover that everyone who wore the bands had zero issues with motion sickness. So this might be a good idea.

[Gunny]

Here's a photo taken last year as we navigated the Tail of the Dragon ... 318 turns in 11 miles :eek:

http://www.zrwon.com/gallery/events/dragon/tod13/slides/TOD13.jpg
For more photos from the Dragon click HERE (http://www.zrwon.com/gallery/events/dragon/tod13/index.html)
To see photos from the complete Mountain Run click HERE (http://www.zrwon.com/gallery/events/other/mtn13/index.html)
As much as I enjoyed the BG gathering, I probably had more sheer FUN running the mountain roads with Robert, Ron, Phil, TomTom, Mike and the others. At my age it was really tough keeping up with them young fellers :wink:

[cvette98pacecar]

Rooms are booked.

[Gunny]

Rooms are booked.

we still have to make our reservation, right?
is there a deadline to making the reservation?

[cvette98pacecar]

we still have to make our reservation, right?
is there a deadline to making the reservation?

Yes, You have to make your rooms reservation, The rooms will be available at our rate until April. 30th 2014.

[dredgeguy]

Did the run last year with my son and it was a fantastic experience. Gunny's knowledge of the area roads and the spirited pace he maintained as our posse point man made it even more enjoyable. So for all you guys and gals out there with ZR-1s trying to make up your minds on this mandatory bucket list thing to do while you still can - JUST DO IT !! Guarantee it'll be most fun you'll ever have in your Corvette with your clothes on.

Bucket list item checked. Count me in.

[cvette98pacecar]

Gentlemen, I have a came up with a few different shirts to commemorate the mountain run. Please let me know your thoughts.

I want to go with the same design as last year. Just change the names on the tree.

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[Mystic ZR-1]

"...change the names on the tree"
I hope none of us end up on the tree.
You know the one, it's at Deals Gap...

I like the plain red shirt. Will they be available
in different colors?

[cvette98pacecar]

"...change the names on the tree"
I hope none of us end up on the tree.
You know the one, it's at Deals Gap...

I like the plain red shirt. Will they be available
in different colors?

Sorry, About that Doug. I meant to add a Photo.


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[Mystic ZR-1]

I want one!
Just like in the latest picture.

When can we order them?

I'll bet efnfast will want one too... ;)

[efnfast]

But I want mine in black.

[Mystic ZR-1]

But I want mine in black.

You and Johnny Cash...

[cvette98pacecar]

But I want mine in black.

I want one!
Just like in the latest picture.

When can we order them?

I'll bet efnfast will want one too... ;)

Sizes would help. I was giving everyone that was going to participate an opportunity to chime in. We can always go with different styles and colors.

[efnfast]

But I want mine in black.

Large.

[Mystic ZR-1]

If they "run" small, I want a 2xl otherwise an xl
Red as in the picture is ok but any shade of blue is better.
Any idea on $ ?

100% cotton

[cvette98pacecar]

If they "run" small, I want a 2xl otherwise an xl
Red as in the picture is ok but any shade of blue is better.
Any idea on $ ?

25.00 to 29.00

[Rex Ruby]

I'm in. Going to book my rooms this weekend. Planning to arrive in NC dinner time Sunday.

Gentlemen, I have a came up with a few different shirts to commemorate the mountain run. Please let me know your thoughts.

I want to go with the same design as last year. Just change the names on the tree.

I hate shirts with collars, anyway to get this in a sweat shirt?

[cvette98pacecar]

Yes, do you want a performance fabric, Cotton blend or 100% cotton?

To everyone that wants a shirt. let me know the style, color and size.

[Rex Ruby]

Yes, do you want a performance fabric, Cotton blend or 100% cotton?

To everyone that wants a shirt. let me know the style, color and size.

Hope that "YES" was a response to my post.
Black or grey XL cotton:cheers:

[Chedberg]

Made our reservations. Can I get 1 shirt in 2XL and 1 in XL, both black cotton?

Thanks,
Chris

[efnfast]

Made our reservations. Can I get 1 shirt in 2XL and 1 in XL, both black cotton?

Thanks,
Chris
Hey Chris, Doug (MysticZR-1) and I will be leaving Conn. for the mountain run. Maybe we can hook up. -Steve

[cvette98pacecar]

Doug, Royal Blue (2XL) Performance Material, 100% Cotton or Cotton Blend?
Efenfast Black (L) Performance Material, 100% Cotton or Cotton Blend?
Rex Black 100% cotton Sweatshirt.
Chedberg Black 100% Cotton (2XL, XL)

[efnfast]

Doug, Royal Blue (2XL) Performance Material, 100% Cotton or Cotton Blend?
Efenfast Black (L) Performance Material, 100% Cotton or Cotton Blend?
Rex Black 100% cotton Sweatshirt.
Chedberg Black 100% Cotton (2XL, XL)

Cotton Blend. -Steve

[Mystic ZR-1]

100% cotton

[cvette98pacecar]

Doug, Royal Blue (XL)100% Cotton Polo.
Efenfast Black (L) Cotton Blend Polo
Rex Black 100% cotton Sweatshirt.
Chedberg Black 100% Cotton Polo(2XL, XL)
Dredgeguy Plain Red Performance polo.

[dredgeguy]

Plain red performance XL polo for me

[QB93Z]

I would like the shirt in Blue, cotton polo, Large. Where do you want me to send the payment?

Jim

[cvette98pacecar]

I would like the shirt in Blue, cotton polo, Large. Where do you want me to send the payment?

Jim

Jim, All sales go through the Registry Store. I am going to place this order the First Week of April so we have them for the run.

[Mystic ZR-1]

Robert
Apologies for being a PIA.
Please change my size to XL
Everything else OK
Thanks
D

[Chedberg]

Hey Chris, Doug (MysticZR-1) and I will be leaving Conn. for the mountain run. Maybe we can hook up. -Steve

Sounds good! Where do you want to meet? We will be coming from Waterbury area. I see from this post on the Mid Atlantic forum (http://zr1.net/forum/showpost.php?p=196310&postcount=13) that the plan is to leave CT on Saturday and go I84 to I81? That was our tentative plan as well.

[Rex Ruby]

Just made all my reservations.
Leaving about 9AM can meet near Philly at I95 at that time or other place and time.
What is everyone else planning?

[efnfast]

Sounds good! Where do you want to meet? We will be coming from Waterbury area. I see from this post on the Mid Atlantic forum (http://zr1.net/forum/showpost.php?p=196310&postcount=13) that the plan is to leave CT on Saturday and go I84 to I81? That was our tentative plan as well.

I will leave that up to Doug. Doug?

[BigJohn]

I will leave that up to Doug. Doug?


I haven't see or heard from Doug in 1 1/2 weeks!!!!!!!!

:confused:

[Rex Ruby]

I'll probably start on I95 since I am only about 10 minutes from it.
I can cut over in Balt or DC to I81 or just continue down I95.

[Mystic ZR-1]

I will leave that up to Doug. Doug?

Doug, Doug?
Even though I'm retired, I can't spend every minute
lurking here on the Forum... apologies for being a few minutes late...:)
Removed my leaking clutch slave cylinder this morning, waiting
for new one to show up from Jerry. Pain in the butt to get out, but with a little
patience it's not so bad... Installation should be easier?
Better to do it now than to crap out during the trip!
New battery too, the old one was 6 years old, same thought as above.

Our tentative plan is to leave CT with Chris and Bill Hedberg on Saturday
via Rt 84 - 81 stay overnite somewhere near where Rts 81 and
70 intersect, meet up with Jeff and hopefully with some
WAZOOers on Sunday AM for the ride to Blowing Rock NC arriving
around supper time? Blowing Rock isn't in a "dry county" is it?
Actual times and places TBD.
All reservations made except for 1st nite out.

[BigJohn]

Doug, Doug?
Even though I'm retired, I can't spend every minute
lurking here on the Forum... apologies for being a few minutes late...:)
Removed my leaking clutch slave cylinder this morning, waiting
for new one to show up from Jerry. Pain in the butt to get out, but with a little
patience it's not so bad... Installation should be easier?
Better to do it now than to crap out during the trip!
New battery too, the old one was 6 years old, same thought as above.

Our tentative plan is to leave CT with Chris and Bill Hedberg on Saturday
via Rt 84 - 81 stay overnite somewhere near where Rts 81 and
70 intersect, meet up with Jeff and hopefully with some
WAZOOers on Sunday AM for the ride to Blowing Rock NC arriving
around supper time? Blowing Rock isn't in a "dry county" is it?
Actual times and places TBD.
All reservations made except for 1st nite out.


Not as bad as my clutch I hope???????

:mad:

[Mystic ZR-1]

Not as bad as my clutch I hope???????

:mad:

Which one?

Where do you want to have breakfast Saturday?

[BigJohn]

the middle of nowhere!

[cvette98pacecar]

75 south for me.

[JFFerner]

Consider the Best Western, Lee Jackson Inn, at Winchester, VA. It has a Perkins Restaurant for breakfast. If you choose this, take I-81 South to exit 313B. Once on the exit ramp, get into the left most lane (even though you'll be turning right). As you complete your right turn, there will be a traffic light at which you will turn a partial left to enter the hotel and restaurant.

Access back onto I-81 South is quick and easy. I plan to have breakfast there, but have not yet set a time.

And so it goes...

Jim

[Mystic ZR-1]

Jeff
How far are you from Winchester?

[Gunny]

OK ... a quick "head's up" to everyone making Mountain Run 2


Everyone probably has a cell phone ... bring it, but realize that it won't work in some of the locations that we will be in.
If you have a GPS, bring that too, but, believe it or not, your GPS may get "lost" on some of the roads (all the roads are paved).
If you have a radar detector it will be handy to have along ... I personally don't leave home without my Valentine :wink:
If you have (or plan to get) an FRC radio (Walkie-Talkie), bring that, too. Walkie-Talkies are our best method of communication in the mountains. If you don't have one, let us know since some of us probably have a loaner or two. If you're planning to get one I recommend Motorola ... they've always worked best for me.


PM the following to me:

your email address
your cell phone number

I'll put an info packet together and email everyone with the final details of the Mtn Run about a week prior. I'm still fine-tuning some of the routes, etc. and watching for any road closures ... tried running part of the Blue Ridge earlier this month but the roads were closed due to weather. Hopefully we won't have any of that to deal with.

George

[JFFerner]

I'm about 15+ miles from Winchester. After rereading your post I better mention that my previous note was relevant to breakfast in Winchester, Sunday morning May 11. Jim

[Mystic ZR-1]

[QUOTE=JFFerner;198724]... "After rereading your post I better mention that my previous note was relevant to breakfast in Winchester, Sunday morning May 11"

???

Jim...
Sounds like a good place for us coming
from the North to stay Sat nite, meet up with you
over breakfast Sun am and possibly connect with
some WAZOOers then head South.

Any thoughts from WAZOOland?

[QB93Z]

Hello from 1 WAZOO'er. If Winchester, VA is convenient for the NE group than it is fine for me.

Jim V

[cvette98pacecar]

This is the last week to order a shirt or polo before the mountain run. I am going to place the order on 4/11 so we have the shirts before the mountain run starts.

Doug, Royal Blue (XL)100% Cotton Polo.
Efenfast Black (L) Cotton Blend Polo
Rex Black (XL)100% cotton Sweatshirt.
Chedberg Black 100% Cotton Polo(2XL, XL)
Dredgeguy Plain Red Performance polo.
Jim V. (L) Cotton Blue Polo.

[efnfast]

Do we have a headcount?
1) Doug (Mystic ZR-1) and myself (Steve - Efnfast)

[Rex Ruby]

Do we have a headcount?
1) Doug (Mystic ZR-1) and myself (Steve - Efnfast)
add me: John Porter (Rex)

[Gunny]

headcount update

Gunny (solo)
cvette98pacecar
Mystic ZR-1 & efnfast
RexRuby
nelson007
dredgeguy

I have received contact info via PM from each of you. Mtn Run participants need to PM me with contact info (name, email, cell ph) since I will be using email for final updates, etc.

George

[Mystic ZR-1]

Consider the Best Western, Lee Jackson Inn, at Winchester, VA. It has a Perkins Restaurant for breakfast. If you choose this, take I-81 South to exit 313B. Once on the exit ramp, get into the left most lane (even though you'll be turning right). As you complete your right turn, there will be a traffic light at which you will turn a partial left to enter the hotel and restaurant.

Access back onto I-81 South is quick and easy. I plan to have breakfast there, but have not yet set a time.

And so it goes...

Jim

Reservations made for 1st nite out 5/10 at Best Western Lee Jackson Inn
in Winchester
Bill/Chris and Pete you guys too?

[Gunny]

This is the last week to order a shirt or polo before the mountain run. I am going to place the order on 4/11 so we have the shirts before the mountain run starts.

Doug, Royal Blue (XL)100% Cotton Polo.
Efenfast Black (L) Cotton Blend Polo
Rex Black (XL)100% cotton Sweatshirt.
Chedberg Black 100% Cotton Polo(2XL, XL)
Dredgeguy Plain Red Performance polo.
Jim V. (L) Cotton Blue Polo.


Robert,
sent you an email but also confirming here
2013 Red (L) Cotton Blend Polo
2014 Black (L) Cotton Blend Polo
details in the email
George

[Mystic ZR-1]

John (Rex)
Do you tentatively plan on hooking up with us in Winchester VA
Sunday am (time etc TBD) for the run South?
Looks like at least 5 or 6 cars so far!
Looking forward to a great time!
Doug

[Rex Ruby]

John (Rex)
Do you tentatively plan on hooking up with us in Winchester VA
Sunday am (time etc TBD) for the run South?
Looks like at least 5 or 6 cars so far!
Looking forward to a great time!
Doug

Depends on what time you all will be leaving Winchester.

[Mystic ZR-1]

Can't imagine leaving Winchester at zero dark thirty as the ride to Blowing Rock NC is about 6 hours (?) No need to get there too early. Guessing leaving after breakfast 9ish or ? How long does it take to get to Winchester from the Philly area? Then of course, we've got to figure on what time any WAZOOers will arrive in Winchester or wherever they'd want to meet if different?

[Rex Ruby]

Can't imagine leaving Winchester at zero dark thirty as the ride to Blowing Rock NC is about 6 hours (?) No need to get there too early. Guessing leaving after breakfast 9ish or ? How long does it take to get to Winchester from the Philly area? Then of course, we've got to figure on what time any WAZOOers will arrive in Winchester or wherever they'd want to meet if different?

Winchester to Phila is 3 to 3.5 hours.
Would love to meet up there but I am not leaving home earlier than 7AM!

[Gunny]

... No need to get there too early. ...

Couple of thoughts as you come down I-81


Google maps suggests I-81/I-77 then west on 421/221 to Blowing Rock.
You can also take I-81 to the Tri-Cities area (Bristol-Kingsport-JC) and choose one of the routes to Blowing Rock from there. These are pretty good roads.
If you have some time to kill you can spend some "leisurely" time on the Blue Ridge Parkway ... be forewarned, the BRP is not fast and you should definitely check for road conditions/detours/etc. We will be doing a nice section of the BRP on Monday so you will get to see some nice scenery & experience some good roads.
Check Gas Buddy before you leave ... I think you will find North Carolina to be a bit high on fuel. I usually stop at one of the exits just north of the I-81/I-77 split for best fuel prices in VA. With luck, Georgia's prices will allow some savings and also come at appropriate times when we need fuel.



I'm going to suggest Sunday night dinner around 6:30pm in Blowing Rock. It will be helpful to have a short driver's meeting for final details/questions/etc. before we start the Mtn Run on Monday. Google maps suggests 4:20 travel time for me, so I'm planning on leaving @1:30 pm, giving me time for church & taking wife & 95 year old mom out to Mother's Day lunch.

[Rex Ruby]

Winchester to Phila is 3 to 3.5 hours.
Would love to meet up there but I am not leaving home earlier than 7AM!

Taking a harder look at travel times and mileages maybe I'll come down Saturday and visit my brother who lives 45 min from Winchester.
Either that or I'll just meet you all in Blowing Rock.

[JFFerner]

I'd like to pull out of Winchester by 9:00/9:30 Sunday morning. Yeah I know it is only 6+ hours to Blowing Rock from Winchester but there might some interesting things to see or do along the way and then of course there's lunch. Any suggestions what's good? Gas in Virginia is usually considerably cheaper nowadays than it is in surrounding States.
Gas in Wytheville, VA (Just before entering North Carolina I-77 & I-81) yesterday was $3.19 regular & $3.49 Hi Test.
And so it goes...Jim

[Mystic ZR-1]

$3.76 here in CT for regular! Anything less then that is a treat!
9-9:30 works for me, we're very flexible...

[Rex Ruby]

This is the last week to order a shirt or polo before the mountain run. I am going to place the order on 4/11 so we have the shirts before the mountain run starts.

Doug, Royal Blue (XL)100% Cotton Polo.
Efenfast Black (L) Cotton Blend Polo
Rex Black (XL)100% cotton Sweatshirt.
Chedberg Black 100% Cotton Polo(2XL, XL)
Dredgeguy Plain Red Performance polo.
Jim V. (L) Cotton Blue Polo.

I don't see anything in the store regarding the above.
How do we pay for what we ordered and how do we get them?


Sunday morning, looks like the plan is to leave Winchester around 9 - 9:30?
Are we going to try to meet for breakfast before leaving, maybe at 8?
Let's get some details set! I would be happy to do so but am unfamilar with the area, need some who knows the area to set exact location of meet up and maybe breakfast.

[Mystic ZR-1]

Leaving Winchester prior to 0930 and after breakfast
sounds good to me.
What do you guys think?
Earlier? WAZOO eta @ Winchester?

Best Western Lee Jackson Inn
Exit 313b RT 81 Winchester VA
There's a Perkins restaurant on site for breakfast

Est travel time to Blowing Rock is about 6 hours, not including
lunch and screwing around.

Anyone besides me and Steve packed yet?
It's getting close, time to firm up our plans...
Who plans on being there?
:cheers:

[JFFerner]

I'll be there for breakfast about 8:00 am, along with wife Nancy, also accompanied by a separate 'Vette will be Roger Hill & Frank Zbytek. Hoping to head out around 9:00/9:30 am.
And so it goes...
Jim

[cvette98pacecar]

Do we have a headcount?
1) Doug (Mystic ZR-1) and myself (Steve - Efnfast)

I know of 16 cars 23 total participants.

[Gunny]

I know of 16 cars 23 total participants.

check today's email for the participants' list ... my total doesn't agree with yours. If we have more I need their names & info.

[Rex Ruby]

I'll be there for breakfast about 8:00 am, along with wife Nancy, also accompanied by a separate 'Vette will be Roger Hill & Frank Zbytek. Hoping to head out around 9:00/9:30 am.
And so it goes...
Jim

Shall we offically say Breakfast 8AM at Perkins and depart by 9:30 from Perkins?

[Gunny]

An email with itinerary, maps, route sheets, etc. has been sent to everyone signed up for the Mountain Run. If you're on the fence and still want to go, post up or send me a PM.

[Mystic ZR-1]

Shall we offically say Breakfast 8AM at Perkins and depart by 9:30 from Perkins?

Sounds good to me!
How about you guys?
That should get us to Blowing Rock at a reasonable time.

[QB93Z]

WAZOO Planning:

Charlie, Ed, Nelson and I will join up on I-70 (time & location TBD) in Maryland and head for Winchester, VA.

We plan to meet the NE guys at about 0915 and depart whenever you are ready. We will eat breakfast before we join you.

Meet location:
I-81, Exit 313b, Winchester VA
At the Perkins restaurant.

Jim

[Rex Ruby]

WAZOO Planning:

Charlie, Ed, Nelson and I will join up on I-70 (time & location TBD) in Maryland and head for Winchester, VA.

We plan to meet the NE guys at about 0915 and depart whenever you are ready. We will eat breakfast before we join you.

Meet location:
I-81, Exit 313b, Winchester VA
At the Perkins restaurant.

Jim

You all have to meet at the same time regardless where you eat breakfast, why not join us for breakfast?

[QB93Z]

An email with itinerary, maps, route sheets, etc. has been sent to everyone signed up for the Mountain Run. If you're on the fence and still want to go, post up or send me a PM.

Hi George, I didn't get today's email. Please add me to the list:

jim@gizmosart.com

Thanks,

Jim

[JFFerner]

Wherever anyone has breakfast, keep in mind that Sunday, May 11th is Mothers' Day & restaurants are usually crowded and slow to serve all day long.

And so it goes...Jim

[Mystic ZR-1]

It's gonna be the Mother Of All Roadtrips for sure!
Breakfast at 0800 may be early enough to beat the rush?

[Gunny]

You guys are making me even MORE excited about the road trip ... I may have to get a couple of take-out mother's day lunch coupons for my wife & mom and meet you guys in Winchester for the caravan to Blowing Rock :wink:

[Gunny]

update: by my count we now have 21 participants riding in 14 Vettes for this year's 3-day Mountain Run (last year we had 7 ZR-1's).

[Gunny]

Blowing Rock isn't in a "dry county" is it?


hard to find reliable info but it appears that BR is not "dry" ... that said, I'm not sure about Sunday sales. Guess we'll find out when we get there. On a brighter note, Rabun County, Georgia (where we'll be Monday night) is definitely not dry ... and even if it were, I happen to know where a well stocked refrigerator is located :wink:

[Rex Ruby]

8AM should be early enough to beat MD crowds.
I'm looking forward to this too, haven't had a real weeks vaca in a few years!

[Rex Ruby]

One more week! In preparation ZR1 is going on the lift today for inspection, oil change and whatever she needs to be healthy for the trip!

[Rex Ruby]

One more week! In preparation ZR1 is going on the lift today for inspection, oil change and whatever she needs to be healthy for the trip!
Oil change done and she passed my inspections. Had a slight vac leak and she was making a very high pitch noise at the plenum. So I decided to pull the plenum, tightened up some vac hoses and found one of the plenum gaskets had a tear in it. All back together and running better than ever! Took her on a 60 mile run just to make sure all is good and it is! Counting the days!:cheers:

[cvette98pacecar]

Well, I got the Purple Aerobody ready for the run last weekend. After much deliberation and what the weather looks like I am going to be getting the Ruby ready on Friday.

[Gunny]

Well, I got the Purple Aerobody ready for the run last weekend. After much deliberation and what the weather looks like I am going to be getting the Ruby ready on Friday.

are you bringing the Ruby instead of the Aerobody?

[Gunny]

One more week! In preparation ZR1 is going on the lift today for inspection, oil change and whatever she needs to be healthy for the trip!

which Z are you driving on the Mtn Run?

[Rex Ruby]

which Z are you driving on the Mtn Run?
My Ruby isn't a ZR-1.
Bringing the 94 ZR-1:cheers:

[Gunny]

Bringing the 94 ZR-1:cheers:

Thanks ... I assumed (dangerous, I know) that your Ruby was also a Z. btw, I really like your car tags ... seems you're almost "obsessed" :wink:

[nelson007]

This is my first long trip with my Z. Can anyone suggest what tools to bring along and spare parts,
.
Thanks,
Nelson 007

[Mystic ZR-1]

This is my first long trip with my Z. Can anyone suggest what tools to bring along and spare parts,
.
Thanks,
Nelson 007

Not sure about spare parts and tools, you can't bring your whole toolbox and spare parts inventory with you. Whatever you bring for spare parts, won't be what craps out... But traveling in a group is always a good thing when in a 20+ year old car. (and we've got that covered!)
An AAA card is not a bad idea either.

FWIW: I carry a scissor jack, tire plug kit (a good "gun" type w/mushroom plugs), a can of Green Slime, tire guage, wire cutters (to pull out the nail or whatever), a small 12v compressor, gloves, flashlite and a breaker bar w/deep socket (for jack and lugs). It all fits in the compartment behind the right seat. Unless I tear a hole in a tire, with this maybe I can keep going. Check the air in your spare too, even though I'd try to avoid using it if at all possible.

See ya Sunday!

[Gunny]

What Doug said ... plus

if you have a spare serpentine belt, it's a good idea to keep it in the compartment behind the seat.

I usually carry a small array of sockets, extensions, ratchets, wrenches, torx bits, etc. I picked up a couple of plastic tool boxes from Sears that hold most of what I need and are compact enough to carry easily ... I believe they are compact truck boxes Item # 00965117000P Model # 65117.

The nice thing about this trip is the number of knowledgeable "mechanics" available should anyone need some help.

[nelson007]

Thanks for the suggestions. Your right about the knowledgeable mechanics, sad to say i am not one of them.
Nelson007


What Doug said ... plus

if you have a spare serpentine belt, it's a good idea to keep it in the compartment behind the seat.

I usually carry a small array of sockets, extensions, ratchets, wrenches, torx bits, etc. I picked up a couple of plastic tool boxes from Sears that hold most of what I need and are compact enough to carry easily ... I believe they are compact truck boxes Item # 00965117000P Model # 65117.

The nice thing about this trip is the number of knowledgeable "mechanics" available should anyone need some help.

[cvette98pacecar]

I bring an alternator, serpentine belt, gaskets, coil packs, injectors and water pump. Tools of course.

[BigJohn]

Motorhome with a 35ft trailer?????????

[Paul Workman]

I'll have the usual-


sockets and screw drivers,
hex and torks bits,
hammer drill,
VOM,
scanner,
cleaning kit (Zaino stuff),
tire plug kit,
FRS spare (should anyone need to borrow a 2-way radio),
plenum gasket set,
torque wrench,
First Aid kit
Jack Daniels...(for later, of course!:p),
JB weld, Gorilla tape, WD-40

[Mystic ZR-1]

Motorhome with a 35ft trailer?????????

Big John
Last nite you said you couldn't make the trip, this morning you're
coming in your motorhome and trailer?
Where did you get the trailer? Will the LM be on it?
D

[efnfast]

Hey Gunny, have you made reservation's at the restraunts? 20 people is bit of a hit.

[Gunny]

re: reservations
Doug will take care of Sun nite in Blowing Rock
Mon lunch in Marion we should be OK & I don't think they take reservations ... I may make a "head's up" warning call Mon AM prior to our arrival
Mon evening ... generally no reservations but I will give a warning call when we get to Dillard ... we should be able to get seating together & going early will be a plus. more info at Sunday's meeting
Tue lunch ... no reservations but I've already called & will call again so that we will have seating together. It's important that we arrive before the noon rush
Tue evening ... TBA when we get to Alcoa
Wed lunch ... BBQ no reservations ... we can give a warning call

[BigJohn]

Big John
Last nite you said you couldn't make the trip, this morning you're
coming in your motorhome and trailer?
Where did you get the trailer? Will the LM be on it?
D


I did drive my LM today. Did you drive your car?????

Big Snow Is Coming Boy!!!!!

:(

[efnfast]

LM? Late model? Lingenfelter makebelieve?

[BigJohn]

LM? Late model? Lingenfelter makebelieve?

YEP!!!

John did like it!

Maybe it's a Pontiac with an LT5?????

Steve did you drive your car today??????

:cheers:

[efnfast]

No! I still have no seats. Hopefully tomorrow.

[cvette98pacecar]

No! I still have no seats. Hopefully tomorrow.

I can feel you pain. Dom has been waiting on his seats that were suppose to be complete by March 15th and I am waiting on a complete interior for the LPE that was suppose to be done by April 1st.

[Rex Ruby]

With all the tools and talent on this trip hopefully it's great insurance for a trouble free week!