Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Are they available somewhere? This will be my first one, so I'm not sure what they do at these things. Still waiting to see before we make plans. Hard to understand why we can't even see a tentative schedule, even if not finalized. Some information is better than none.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

All,

This should be visible on the NCM website later today. The presentations will move, and we are anticipating additional VIP Speakers to join us. Changes will be made to the NCM posted schedule as needed.

Here's the tentative schedule:

Sunday, May 10 - Mountain Run start at Fontana Village

Monday, May 11 - Mountain Run day 1; overnight at Fontana Village

Tuesday, May 12 - Mountain Run day 2; overnight at Country Inn/Suites or Candlewood Suites in Alcoa

Wednesday, May 13
2:00pm – 5:00pm Advance and Onsite Registration Opens

• NCM Lobby

6:00pm – 11:00pm Welcome Reception - Holiday Inn University Plaza

• 1021 Wilkinson Trace, Bowling Green, KY
• Pizza and Refreshments provided
• No Charge for ZR-1 Net Registry and Grand Sport members
• Holiday Inn University Plaza Lobby

Thursday, May 14
8:00am NCM / Corvette Café Opens

8:00am – 5:00pm Advance and Onsite Registration Opens

• NCM Lobby

9:00am – 11:30am / 11:30am – 2:00pm / 2:00pm – 4:30pm
VIP Corvette Plant / NCM Tour
Trained Professional Guides provided by NCM will explain line and processes in its entirety – Questions answered on the spot
• Pre-Registration is Required
• Shuttle to and from Plant Provided
• $50 Per Person / Only 4 People Per Guide
• Meet in front of NCM Delivery Office
• Regular Public Tours available through http://www.corvetteassembly.com

8:00am – 4:00pm NCM Motorsports Park Activities

TOURING LAPS 8am – 12pm

If you’ve always wanted to take your Corvette on the track, but didn’t want to commit to an entire day of “thrashing”, here is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Convertibles? Trailer Queen? NCCC Concours Winner?
No track experience? No helmet? Passengers?
NO PROBLEM!!
Touring Laps Last Approximately 4 Laps
NOTE: Sand-bagging will not be permitted and will be enforced by a full-field Black Flag and end-of-session for everyone.
$45

HOT LAPS 12pm – 1pm
Ride with a Professional driver in one of the Corvette Museum’s Corvettes.
Rides are approximately 2 Laps – ONSITE Registration ONLY
$100 Per Ride

Track X 1pm – 4pm
The Track X program is a new driving event at the NCM MSP. This activity takes place in an autocross-type environment, with coned gates and dedicated start and finish lines, but on the racetrack. It will be an open event, with no class structure –Runs will not be timed. Participants can expect between 2-3 runs, with an average lap taking about 1:40+ seconds, and most cars reaching speeds in excess of 90 mph!
We utilize 1.7 miles of our 2 mile West Track to make a fast but technical course to either hone your driving prowess, or to give you the chance to try out the whole track thing. We encourage a social atmosphere of non-competitive learning for any and all to come out and experience this awesome facility.
Rules: All participants must be in a track appropriate vehicle, and have a valid drivers’ license. Drivers under the age of 18 must have a guardian present to sign minor waiver. Convertibles are welcome! A helmet, close toed shoes, and long pants are required. We do have a very limited amount of rental helmets that will be available for $25 per day, but we encourage all participants to bring their own (the Corvette Museum Store has HJC helmets very competitively priced). Please be sure that your vehicle is safe for track use, no loose items, battery and wheels all tight and secured, and no leaks of any kind. Unfortunately passengers will not be allowed for speed runs.
$75
http://www.motorsportreg.com/events/...orsport-828141
Shogun Concessions on site for your hunger needs

'Meet n Greet’ Gathering at WahBah Steakhouse
- NCM reservations will be for 25 participants ea. at 5:00pm / 5:30pm / 6:00pm / 6:30pm
• 2361 Russellville Rd Bowling Green, KY
• Open menu
• Pay on your own
• Must register through the NCM – no unregistered show-ups please

Friday, May 15
8:00am NCM / Corvette Café Opens

9:00am – 11:30am / 11:30am – 2:00pm / 2:00pm – 4:30pm
VIP Corvette Plant / NCM Tour
Trained Professional Guides provided by NCM will explain line and processes in its entirety – Questions answered on the spot
• Pre-Registration is Required
• Shuttle to and from Plant Provided
• $50 Per Person / Only 4 People Per Guide
• Meet in front of NCM Delivery Office
• Regular Public Tours available through http://www.corvetteassembly.com

8:00am – 9:00am How and Why the Grand Sport was created
• John Heinricy – speaker
• Chevrolet Theater

9:00am – 10:30am Prototype that never came to be
Graham Behan brought the GM concept of a 475hp motor in the C4 Corvette to life in his Ruby Red ZR-1 1993 Corvette. Come listen to Graham’s story on how he made the car become a reality.
• Graham Behan – speaker
• Question and answer session
• Chevrolet Theater

10:00am – 12:00pm SHOW & SHINE
• Celebrity Choice
• $10 Registration
• Parking Lot A
• Awards given during Banquet

10:30am – 12:00pm Transmission Discussion for the LT-1, LT-4 and LT-5
• Bill Boudreau – speaker
• Question and answer session
• Chevrolet Theater

12:00pm – 1:30pm Lunch

1:30pm – 2:30pm How the C4 Evolved into the ZR-1
Why the 1989 ZR-1 Wasn’t Built
• Dave McLellan - speaker
• Question and answer session
• Chevrolet Theater

2:30pm – 3:30pm Grand Sport Reg. Meeting
• NCM Clubroom

2:30pm – 3:30pm ZR-1 Net Registry membership meeting
• Chevrolet Theater

3:30pm – 4:00pm Finding & Fixing Vacuum Leaks
• Marc Haibeck - speaker
• Chevrolet Theater

4:00pm – 4:30pm Major Power Upgrades
• Marc Haibeck - speaker
• Porting, Polishing, Headers, 4:10 Gears, Throttle Body, Stroker Motor Upgrades
• Open Discussion
• Chevrolet Theater

4:30pm – 5:00pm Marc Haibeck – Automotive Technology
• ZR-1 Specialist
• Question & Answer session
• Chevrolet Theater

5:00pm NCM Closes

6:00pm BBQ Friday Night
• Texas Ribs, Chicago Sausages and more
• Pre-Registration Required
• $14 Per Person
• Holiday Inn Parking Lot

Saturday, May 16
8:00am NCM / Corvette Café Opens

8:00am – 11:00am Advance & Onsite registration Opens
• NCM Lobby

9:00am – 11:00am 24 Hour World Speed Endurance Record Run
Join us as we get members of the team together to document their story for posterity- reminiscing about the times, efforts, success of the ZR-1 on that historic day in March 1990
• Guests include John Heinricy, Jim Minneker, Ralph Kramer, Don Knowles, and Dave McLellan
• Master of Ceremonies – Hib Halverson
• Conference Center

11:00am –11:30am Autograph Session
• Limit 2 items per participant
• NCM Conference Center

11:15am Group Picture
• Logo Circle
• Photos’ can be purchased from FotoFX in the exhibit hall for $10

11:30am ZR-1 Net Registry Homage to Fallen Members
• Unveiling of Memorial Bricks
• In Memory of Tony Watson, Phil DeJohn, Pete Pallotta & George Braml
• NCM Entryway

Lunch

1:00pm – 3:00pm RT1: Rollercoaster Scenic Road Tour
An exciting tour of Kentucky’s beautiful scenic countryside. We’ll experience the rolling hills and fast paced turns that Southcentral Kentucky has to offer.
• No pre-registration required
• Stage NCM Front Circle

5:15pm – 7:30pm Cash Bar & Banquet
• Special Commemorative ‘25 Yr Anniversary of ZR-1’ glass
• Early Bird Pricing $30 member / $35 non-member
• After April 15th $55 member / $60 non-member
• Pre-registration required
• Limited seating
• Serving begins at 6:00pm
• Conference Center


Regards,
Mark

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Well, no HPDE on Thursday - I was hoping to show your challenge car my taillights - guess
there's no reason to prep the old turq, or even bring it ... bummer.

TGF

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

I will not be able to make BG as planned. My 82 went down with a bad rear bearing, so I am in the process of replacing both T/A's which has set me back in $$$.
I already have a reservation at the Holiday Inn, and have to call and cancel. I was thinking that if anyone is interested, since no money has been paid, that the reservation can be transferred to another member who can make the trip, before I cancel.
If you are interested, let me know and we can see if they will do that, otherwise I will cancel it this weekend if there isn't any response.
Was really looking forward to going, but there is always next time!!!

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Looks like another trip from Miami for me! Can't wait! I look forward to meeting a bunch of fellow ZR-1 enthusiasts.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

going to have to back out of this one, my wife informed me we need new patio furniture

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

I'm sorry... What is this? The ZR-1 Registry and the Grand Sport Registry both donate 15,000.00 each and are supposed to receive two free track rentals (total of four) and all we get is a driving experience that is more suited to the electric Barbie Corvette.

After contemplating going to The Gathering to do the new track, I am canceling after seeing this joke of a track day. This is nothing what was promised, which is a true HPDE event.

Any chance we can have a true track event instead of parade lapping?

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

I have rooms booked at the three recommended locations (Fontana Village (Fontana Dam, 10-12 May), Country Inn and Suites (Alcoa, 12-13 May), and Holiday Inn University Plaza (BG, 13-17 May)) for the duration of MR3 and the Gathering, but would like to cut down on the cost.

If anyone's interested in cutting their hotel costs in half ($470 instead of $940 for the seven nights), let me know and we can share the rooms. All rooms are non-smoking, with separate beds.

Scott

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

HPDE was mentioned/hyped/promised earlier - WHAT HAPPENED?

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Post #142 sounded a lot better than 2-3 1:40+ second runs.

http://zr1.net/forum/showpost.php?p=...&postcount=142

On the bright side, I certainly don't need to do all of the track prep I was planning ...

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

You should think about editing your comment. I am certain you have not been privy to the circumstances of anyone's resignation or the preparations made for the Gathering and why. I still hope you decide to come. Although the events are important, the camaraderie is why we show up.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Looks like some great events/hope the weather is great for the event/thanks to all the hard work the board put in and the great speakers/really looking forward to meeting some new brothers

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

I am not going to let you derail the topic.

The Registry was working on a HPDE that was mentioned in post 142. This was being promoted as a huge part of the event. This is why myself and others were going to travel a large distance to this event. I will not be making this trek to do 3 runs totaling 5 minutes.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Did the registry (us) donate 15 large?

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Yes, Dave Bright was the driving force behind that donation. The Registry had donated enough for a quarter acre, and then decided to make a pledge drive to get s full acre.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

and was that donation suppose to come with the aformentioned laps/track time?

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Doesn't appear by your avatar that you are even a member of this Registry but yet you throw stones left and right. If I'm wrong then I apologize but really dude?!?

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Kurt's been around quite a while and he has his reasons, not saying I agree or disagree with them, for not being a member. I'll be keeping an eye on this but he's right about what we donated.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Jim, I am a founding member #304 November 1st 2004, but let my membership lapse due to a group of individuals who were running the asylum. Now that a certain individual is gone I plan on renewing.

So please, before your tossing your stones around, how about you know your history and not just the learned history from your admiral blue friend.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

First off, pleasure to meet you online. And that is the only way you know me as well. I'm not trying to throw stones, just sick and tired of all the bickering. As for the introductions and any history, we can take care of that later. Again, pleasure to meet you Kurt.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

ok guys, lets keep this on track.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

It seemed to be before today Kevin.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Guys, I'm letting you all "vent" but will not allow any forum rules to be broken. This forum is here for everyone's enjoyment.

No one knows the reasons behind any recent changes in the BOD's or schedule, so please think hard before you type.


Healthy discussion is a good thing but keep things civil and professional.

Thanks
Brett

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Couldn't agree more Brett! Wish we ALL could stay on topic for the betterment of our club.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

I'll keep my mouth shut, budget won't allow the trip this year anyway. Sad :(

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Not pointing fingers, just a general comment

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Oh.Thought you were coming Steve.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

For those of you who care to run the track at an HPDE, Bluegrass BMW is hosting an event Friday-Sunday and has space available.

So there still is a chance to salvage track time during the ZR-1 Gathering.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

'fraid not Dom, solar project sucked up all the money. Although electric rates are slated to quadruple in the coming years. That just helps with my solar decision.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Didn't think you were Kevin. I agree👍

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

now that's pointing a finger

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Seriously wasn't.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

true, the thumb isn't a finger.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

How many people are going to pay $37.50 a lap for AutoX?

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Nobody yet:

http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.c...1#.VQwNI1XF8cM

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Member to member:

There's a lot we don't know about that happens behind the scene setting up an event like this. It's not just our board that has to work together, the registry is working with the GS registry and the ncm to plan an event. This is a bit like trying to plan cross company picknick at an amusement park, does this happen in any other place then pittsburgh? Never been sure, but I digress. I trust the board did everything they could to make this event happen and put out the agenda as soon as they possibly could, it's not like anyone would want to put in all the time to this organization that they do to put on a half assed event.

This applies to the track day as well. There is far more involved to an HPDE day then showing up at noon, running 4 laps and then taking off to a road tour or seminar. Your day is going to start before 0700, drivers meeting at 0730, then split groups of tracking. Not how I want to spend my day honestly. The day isn't "free" either. We may not have to rent the track but corner workers aren't free, nor is EMS. There is so many more moving parts to just showing up and doing a few laps. Not to mention that not all the antedates are coupes, which adds to the headache of making HPDE happen.

I don't see "powerplays" happening on the board, I see a group of people who are dedicated to a car that has long since aged out of being the dominant car in GM's line up who are working to keep that car in the public's eye and GM's as well. When was the last time you saw GM say anything about our car? It's been a long time. GM also doesn't want to restore the spyder, the board is working to make that dream happen.

I can't get into what happened with David, but if he was removed, I'm sure there was a reason for it.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

You want an explanation, declare that to the entire readership. State you don't want to make any Enemy's then you openly challenge the mods. Even those that have nothing to do with what your complaining about. How about PMing a mod before attempting to stir up the issue here maybe one of the other mods have the answers to your questions? Kind of an adult and novel idea maybe? Maybe you should take a breath, count to ten and rethink what you meant to say. You know all us mods are ZR-1 enthusiasts as well and we all work for free. I don't want an apology, mod your own post and dial down the tone. Your call. Kevin has tried to explain some of this too you as well.

And. PM SENT

GC

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

GC,

I was not personally attacking you, nor Kevin, nor any other moderator. I appreciate that Kevin took time to respond, and I can understand everything he had to say.

Your post is akin to the playground bully tempting a fight. I appreciate everything you guys do and am not interested in a fight.

I consider David Johnson a friend. I would also consider all of you friends, but I guess I know him more so.

In my original post I stated that I do NOT know the whole story. ...practically none of it actually.

I did witness removal of the post that attempted to explain part of one person's side of the story. Before that, I also witnessed another post that personally attacked our event coordinator.

Beyond that, I have just been making observations. GC, if anyone is ramping up the tone, you might be. If you took my post wrong, I apologize.

In the end, I hope you read between the lines to the true intent of my message.

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

Some of the posts here have pertained more to stirring the pot and "why a BOD resigned". We have other threads that can be posted to regarding resignations. This is NOT the thread for that topic.

I would challenge "anyone" to plan an event and have an agenda ready to submit by Xmas time. It just doesn't work like this.

And yes, if your post in this thread is not contributing to the title of the thread, and only causes disruption, it will be deleted for violating Forum Rule #12. In this case, you are welcome to start a new Thread with a new title.

Healthy dialogue is a good thing but I will not allow Forum Rules to be broken and that particular dialogue to fester.

There are currently two threads pertaining to resignations. This thread is NOT the place for that discussion. I am directing that discussion to those threads.

Thank you
Brett

Re: ZR-1 / GS Gathering May 13 thru 16, 2015
 

in an attempt to get this thread back on track I am registered for the event and the VIP Plant tour