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Has anyone heard anything about this meet co-hosted by Pine Barrens Region and New Jersey Region this weekend? Just checked the weather and they're calling for thunderstorms all day and night through Monday - with flash flood warnings!
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Sometimes we get wet!
John
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1960 2 door Impala Hardtop 348/340HP 4spd
1962 2 door Impala Hardtop 409/409 4spd
1962 2 Door Biscayne Sedan 327/250 Auto
1977 Monza Mirage 305 4 Speed
1988 Celebrity Wagon
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Hopefully it won't dampen our spirits!! 
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Last Tuesday I drove my '66 Corvette in the pouring rain 190 miles from Seattle to Vancouver, Washington for the Northwest VCCA Meet. Then it rained off and on for the next two days.
The "funny" thing about it? The weather man had predicted Bright and Sunny weather for the entire six days of the Meet.
I had never driven my car in the rain before. I breathed a sign of relief when I turned the wipers on for the first time. I had NEVER tried them before!!! My wife noticed and said "What's the problem?" I told her that "I was just thinking about the RainEx that I had in my breakdown box." Which was in the back of someone elses truck!!!
Note: There isn't much storatge in the back of a Vette. But you probably already suspected that.
GOOD LUCK On the East Coast.
Bill Barker
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(VCCA Member: 9802)
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Bill did not tell you that his 66 Corvette won it's class, AND Best of Show V-8. Good work Bill,  
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I can't make this one, and it is close, there was just too much going on this week
If you want to talk about rain, we toured Nova Scotia and had 5 out of 6 days of heavy rain and still pounded out 1000 miles. It is a roll of the dice with these events. We are now looking into sites for 2016 and a big part of the selection is what to expect with weather
John
Last edited by John 348/340HP; 08/22/09 07:00 AM.
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1954 Belair Sport Coupe
1960 2 door Impala Hardtop 348/340HP 4spd
1962 2 door Impala Hardtop 409/409 4spd
1962 2 Door Biscayne Sedan 327/250 Auto
1977 Monza Mirage 305 4 Speed
1988 Celebrity Wagon
2018 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Diesel
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The weather man had predicted Bright and Sunny weather for the entire six days of the Meet. Have you ever seen a weather man that could predict the weather.....even when he is looking out the window??   
The Mangy Old Mutt
"If It's Not Junk.....It's Not Treasure!"
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Well, we're here. The ride up wasn't bad - a few sprinkles and light rain. Otherwise the drive was easy enough, although it's raining a bit now. Looks to be a good meet. Regards to all and take care!
Last edited by RalphL; 08/22/09 10:21 PM.
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I am registered but decided not to come.
Unfortunately, it is raining here in NJ. After spending 10 hours detailing my car yesterday, I decided it wasn't worth driving it 75 miles in the rain (no trailer) for a preservation award. I was really looking forward to this meet, as I have not been able to attend one since "Bumpers & Burgers" in NJ in 2006.
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AACA Grand National
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Well, the Lord has smiled on us today! You couldn't ask for a more beautiful day. The sun is shining and the sky is clear. Too bad you didn't come this morning. The judges are finishing up and tomorrow starts the tours. Just catching a small bite to eat and heading back outside. Cheers!
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Last edited by RalphL; 08/23/09 12:05 PM.
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The show was excellent - as Mother Nature cooperated.
Looks like the Tour will be just as much fun!
I left early and could not enjoy the Tour - but the show had some fantastic cars.
Last year with Dennis Siciliano as the Big Kahuna - he sure did a fantastic job.
Oliver J. Giorgi
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