Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
Okay, I'll step up to see about a Navistar plant tour if everyone thinks that is a good idea.
Be advised: Indianapolis is about 150 miles south of the Michigan line. With road construction, figure about 3.5 to 4 hour drive.
Who is going to be in overall charge?
------------------
'00 F-350, 4x2, 6 Speed
__________________
'00 F-350, 4x2, 6 Speed AIC 210,000 miles
3.08:1 Gears
Fuel tank mods: MaroonHarpoon, Pre-Pump,
Evans, 203 degree thermostat, Poor Man's Tymar, 4" Single SS Exhaust, Rugged Air Dam
225-75x16E tires in front 235-85x16Es in back, tires aired up to 100 psi, Lowered 4" in front and 6" in back, "Fastback" bed fairing
21.3 MPG before mods
27.0 MPG tested with mods
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
Dave-I have been going to the U.S. Nationals for almost 8 years & for 8 years there has been constrcution in, around, or on the way to Indy. What's the story? I thought Michigan was bad!
As for a Rally there...cool! But I can't get involved organizationally from here(Detroit area). Too much on my plate this summer.
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
I've lived a lot of places but Indiana's DOT beats all. But it is the midwest and the freeze/thaw cycle plays havoc with the roads.
Maybe what we should do is have the rally this year in Michigan, and hold Indiana for a bigger rally based in southern Indiana where both the Louisville Truck Plant and the Brookville Road Foundry & Engine plant are within easy driving distance. Maybe if there are enough people attending, Indianapolis Raceway Park may be available.
Indianapolis does work hard at holding conventions and sporting events. Some basketball people are talking making Indy the permanent home of the Final Four. Literally scores of groups have their conventions here. There is talk of a Super Bowl. Oh, and those four little auto racing events. The problem is that such soirrees require a lot of planning. Maybe just keep it in mind for a national shindig. Maybe even an all-diesel convention. Indy would be good for that because when all the Ford, Dodge, and Chevy owners were strangling each other the IPD is good at busting heads.
Lets do Michigan this year. But we need a local organizer.
------------------
'00 F-350, 4x2, 6 Speed
__________________
'00 F-350, 4x2, 6 Speed AIC 210,000 miles
3.08:1 Gears
Fuel tank mods: MaroonHarpoon, Pre-Pump,
Evans, 203 degree thermostat, Poor Man's Tymar, 4" Single SS Exhaust, Rugged Air Dam
225-75x16E tires in front 235-85x16Es in back, tires aired up to 100 psi, Lowered 4" in front and 6" in back, "Fastback" bed fairing
21.3 MPG before mods
27.0 MPG tested with mods
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
Boy, it came time for volunteers (SP?) and everyone sure clammed up. I'm guessing Milan is about 2 1/2 to 3Hrs from where I am at but I will do what I can to organize/help. Beagle1 what do you think, shall we make a go of this. Email me with your phone # and lets talk.
__________________ '97 F350 XLT CC, 4x4, SRW, H2E, Modified babys, BTS Trans, Head Studs,,,,,too much to list.
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
looks like Milan is the most prefered. now what about the date? does anyone else agree september is a long ways away? july would be nice. anyone else have any preferences?
------------------
'97 PSD CC 4x4 Chipped, Piped, Shimmed, Tweaked, and a cracked winshield. Did i mention my idle controller?
__________________
'97 PSD CC 4x4 Chip, propane, intercooler, Stage II injectors, IDM mod, dents, cracked winshield, pizza cutters.homepage?
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
July would be tough with all the vacations that take place....I still think September would be better.. If someone wants to take the lead I can join in help out where I can..I have a pretty busy summer planned, but I can find some time to help out..
------------------
F350 crew cab, Centurian conversion..PSD, Oxford White custom paint, line-x bedliner,Downey SST tonnaeu cover, K&N air filter, Ziebart undercoat, full bed, DRW,4.10LS, Reese class V hitch, born 3/24/99
__________________
99'F350 crew cab, Centurian conversion..PSD, Oxford White custom paint,Banks monster exhaust, Banks brake w/Smart Lock, Isspro EV gauges w/egt, boost, tranny temp, line-x bedliner,Downey SST tonnaeu cover, K&N air filter, Ziebart undercoat, full bed, DRW,4.10LS, Reese class V hitch, born 3/24/99
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
I am going to make contact with my connection to Milan. If he still has access I will post the info and look for Helpers. If not, we will need a plan "B".
US-131 Dragway?
Re: MI, Ohio, Indiana residents...We need a rally too!
Just a note on accomodations. I am not that familiar with the Milan area. Are there campgrounds in the area? I am sure there has to be a motel or two..
------------------
F350 crew cab, Centurian conversion..PSD, Oxford White custom paint, line-x bedliner,Downey SST tonnaeu cover, K&N air filter, Ziebart undercoat, full bed, DRW,4.10LS, Reese class V hitch, born 3/24/99
__________________
99'F350 crew cab, Centurian conversion..PSD, Oxford White custom paint,Banks monster exhaust, Banks brake w/Smart Lock, Isspro EV gauges w/egt, boost, tranny temp, line-x bedliner,Downey SST tonnaeu cover, K&N air filter, Ziebart undercoat, full bed, DRW,4.10LS, Reese class V hitch, born 3/24/99
Linear Mode
