10th Anniversary Meet, Lafayette, Ind. July 2002 - Page 11

Aredubjay · #**151** 11-05-2001, 11:44 AM

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Originally posted by wawazat??
if anyone other than Cocacola08 and I have ever been in Indiana in the summertime? In a large asphalt covered parking lot. In July. Without a tree to be found. Do you think it'll be hot?

I drove by the plant when I lived in Indianapolis in the mid-90's and remember a huge plant on a flat barren plot of earth. It reminded me of THE REST OF THE ENTIRE STATE! With the exception of Evansville where there are trees and some geologicla features that the rest of the country calls hills, but which suffers from excessive humidity about 364 days a year. Sorry for that momentary loss of control, just bad Indy flashbacks.
No offense directed at the residents of the state nor those who enjoy such barren wastelands of.... D-OH slipped again.

I'll stop now

I've been in Indiana the last eight summers.

I work in Evansville.

cocacola08 · #**152** 11-05-2001, 12:02 PM

Maybe we can get SIA to get one of those giant air contioned tents to put up. We could have punch and pie there.

cocacola08 · #**153** 11-05-2001, 12:04 PM

has anyone else come up with any driving plans at all? I'm slowly coming up w/a little something---while my bossES are gone for the week

1994SubaruSVX · #**154** 11-05-2001, 12:28 PM

start making some firm plans. there is no way in hell that i miss this meet.

cocacola08 · #**155** 11-05-2001, 01:27 PM

I was talking about a driving tour route once we get there.

wawazat?? · #**156** 11-05-2001, 05:26 PM

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Originally posted by SVXphile
Just got off the phone with my sister up in Indy, and she said she would make a few calls for me. I asked her also to check with the largest Subaru dealer up there, and forward me their phone number. I could give them a call and see if they would be interested in sponsering the Indy leg of the trip. Perhaps THEY could pull some strings for a lap at the Speedway. If the oval track is out, then maybe the infield part of the Grand Prix course or maybe pit lane or Gasoline Alley? Maybe an after-hours shot with all the cars in front of the Museum? I'm sure SOMETHING can be worked out...Larry, what do you think?
Don

I just spoke with Andy Thimlar of Speedway Subaru/VW/Mazda (317)263-0002 (located about 2 miles from the track) about the possibility of photos/laps of the track. He tells me that the Miata Club had 300 members ON the track for a photo shoot about 8 years ago and he will get me the club presidents name and phone number for suggestions as to how we can go about this as well.
They also have a new $3,000,000 dealership which can accomodate a number of us for a GTG or photo op if we'd like.

The museum parking lot is not all that large from what I recall.

SVXphile · #**157** 11-05-2001, 05:35 PM

<I just spoke with Andy Thimlar of Speedway Subaru/VW/Mazda>

You beat me to it Todd! Got off the phone last night with my sister in Indy, and she recommended that I contact....yep, Speedway Subaru, and see if they might sponser us! I will be in Indy for Thanksgiving, perhaps I can stop by for an "eyeball" as we ham operators call it, and add a bit to your phone call. Keep me informed as to what you want me to do!

Don

<The museum parking lot is not all that large from what I recall>
True....but what about the pits, Gasoline Alley, or the Grand Prix course?

LarryIII · #**158** 11-08-2001, 11:13 AM

Hi gang,

I just posted the motel lists for this SVX meet. There are motels in Lafayette and West Lafayette. When making reservations for all but the Radisson, you should tell the motel that you are attending functions at SIA for Subaru to get the "Special SIA Rate".

I want to make the Radisson the main motel. It is closest to the plant and they have meeting rooms and banquet facilities large enough for the planned dinner. Do not make reservations yet at the Radisson. I'm trying to negotiate a better than SIA price. So please hold off on making reservations.

Thanks

Larry III

SVXphile · #**159** 11-13-2001, 05:16 PM

<I've been in Indiana the last eight summers. I work in Evansville.>

You wouldn't happen to know a Mike Reinaga (sp) from there would you?
Don

Aredubjay · #**160** 11-14-2001, 03:59 PM

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Originally posted by SVXphile
<I've been in Indiana the last eight summers. I work in Evansville.>

You wouldn't happen to know a Mike Reinaga (sp) from there would you?
Don

His name doesn't ring a bell. What does he do?

1994SubaruSVX · #**161** 11-14-2001, 04:34 PM

to really be able to take a lap around indy. just thinking about it gets my adrenaline flowing. jesus, knowing my luck she will be in the shop........

SVXphile · #**162** 11-14-2001, 04:54 PM

I have no idea. I last saw him about 20 years ago. He is a ham radio operator. We were roommates for a short time in Iceland, and he got me off my buns to get my General Class ham license. Are you familiar with a store called the Ham Outlet? He used to visit there on occasions. Don

Ron Mummert · #**163** 11-14-2001, 06:33 PM

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Originally posted by SVXphile
I have no idea. I last saw him about 20 years ago. He is a ham radio operator. We were roommates for a short time in Iceland, and he got me off my buns to get my General Class ham license. Are you familiar with a store called the Ham Outlet? He used to visit there on occasions. Don

Don - I think that store went belly-up. It's now called Heavenly Ham.
You're welcome, Ron.

Aredubjay · #**164** 11-14-2001, 07:09 PM

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Originally posted by SVXphile
I have no idea. I last saw him about 20 years ago. He is a ham radio operator. We were roommates for a short time in Iceland, and he got me off my buns to get my General Class ham license. Are you familiar with a store called the Ham Outlet? He used to visit there on occasions. Don

Nope, not familiar, but then, I only *work* in Evansville. I'm kind of a "man without a country" work in Evansville, Live in Owensboro. Havn't kept up with people in Owensboro and haven't really bothered to make new acquaintences in Evansville. I could look in the phone book if you'd like to get in touch with him for old time's sake. Which, incidentally, Shari and I called the fellow who introduced us last night while tucked away in our "love nest." We wanted to thank him for introducing us -- we were celebrating 25 years of wedded bliss yesterday.

wawazat?? · #**165** 11-14-2001, 07:33 PM

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Originally posted by SVXphile
<I just spoke with Andy Thimlar of Speedway Subaru/VW/Mazda>

You beat me to it Todd! Got off the phone last night with my sister in Indy, and she recommended that I contact....yep, Speedway Subaru, and see if they might sponser us! I will be in Indy for Thanksgiving, perhaps I can stop by for an "eyeball" as we ham operators call it, and add a bit to your phone call. Keep me informed as to what you want me to do! Don

<The museum parking lot is not all that large from what I recall>
True....but what about the pits, Gasoline Alley, or the Grand Prix course?

I just got off the phone with the VP of the Indy Miata Club and he is going to do some digging and get us some contacts to get us onto the track. He cautioned me that they have been very reluctant to let vehicles drive on the track but didn't believe we would have too much difficulty getting on the track for a group photo opportunity. Once I have any details, I'll post 'em here.

Don, enjoy Indy at Thanksgiving. Speedway is in (appropriately enough) Speedway, IN and Tom Wood is in Carmel at the top of the I-465 loop