Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 In Columbus, in 1999, we had 752 cars and 1402 attendees. In Flint, as I recall, over 2000 cars in 2003. This is a different time and an aging Club so I am trilled for all those who are willing and able to attend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted June 12, 2016 Author Share Posted June 12, 2016 Looking at previous meets registrations over time around 45% of the registrations come in the last 5 weeks before the meet. So... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) I am trying to work it out so BRIDE and I can ATTEND. We should know late this week. Question? Do you think it would be possible for me to set up a card table displaying my Buick inspired large scale models? Models considering, 1940's GM FuturLiner bus, Buick powered Hot Rod version 30" long. The 1946 Detroit parade float where Buick introduced the 1946 car, 26" long, and my just finished award winning 1925 Miller Indy car, Buick Straight Eight powered, 30" long. I would be happy to do such out in the display area, or where ever. I am 'NOT' trying to sell a thing, just showing my Buick models. Two or three of them. NONE are FOR SALE. I would place a sign on such table, SMITHBROTHER, in hopes of meeting many of you, and IF Ben's there, he can clobber me, Got to love that Ben. Walking the show area I would wear a shoulder sign SMITHBROTHER hoping folks from the site will introduce themselves. What ya think? Dale in Indy P.S. We will be driving the 41 highly modified Limited, but will hide it, don't want to upset the apple cart. Edited June 13, 2016 by smithbrother (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 DANG WELL BETTER NOT HIDE IT!!!! I would NOT forgive you. That is what the MODIFIED class is for. So there! Ben 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Can YOU imagine an older PURIST Buick on the road to the BCA, and gets passed by a 80 MPH 41 modified Limited? Man oh man, it loves 80 MPH. I took the visor off, it slowed the beast to much, hehe, NO whitewalls either. I would wave, as they would thumb their nose. Life is not fair sometimes. A rare car like this, well it wouldn't go over well, I understand. I'll let Matt be the Limited bearer, maybe one or two more will show to. Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted June 14, 2016 Author Share Posted June 14, 2016 So there is a rumor floating around that the flea market has to pack up entirely each night and then entirely unpack each morning. THAT RUMOR IS FALSE! The site will be closed and locked up each night, but you need not pack up. Just the normal pack up to secure as you wish is fine (SAME AS IT ALWAYS HAS BEEN). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Brian, Glad you were able to "nip this one in the bud", and it brings up an interesting point. NOTE TO ANY AND ALL: I would encourage anyone hearing a rumor or unofficial information, to please post any question on this forum. I think Jeff or any committee members should be able to get you a straight answer. The last thing we need is false information. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buicknutty Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Dale, I'd love to see your car! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 12 hours ago, smithbrother said: Can YOU imagine an older PURIST Buick on the road to the BCA, and gets passed by a 80 MPH 41 modified Limited? Man oh man, it loves 80 MPH Dale, can you imagine a 41 modified Limited being passed by an older Purist? Watch for Mikey in your rear view mirror. Also, to Ben and Dale, don't forget to sign up for the Forum Happy Hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 John, I guess no better time than the present to say doubtful I can make it. My Lady's health precludes being left alone. Pretty difficult for someone to stay with her for two weeks. We will see. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 I understand Ben, FAMILY comes first. I would love to meet YOU, I bet we have more in common that one would think. Maybe you could bolt that VISOR on my car, loaning it to me until the next BCA event, but I'm sure it would get HOME SICK, don't ya think? Maybe things will work out, HOPE SO. Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted June 14, 2016 Share Posted June 14, 2016 Dale, I am checking to see if I can get you a table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 5 hours ago, Bill Stoneberg said: Dale, I am checking to see if I can get you a table. No one will disappointed in seeing Dales model builds. Absolutely stunning and works of art. Please get him a spot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Well, aren't YOU the 'nice' one Dave. For those that don't know, Dave, is the reason I built the 1946 Detroit float that is shown at the bottom of his post above, and ALL his posts. It is a piece I really like. I would be thrilled to have it standing PROUD at the BCA gathering. Dale in Indy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 It has been taken care of and you will see Dale's models at the National Meet in Allentown. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Bill, My thanks for getting this done. I was going to try to get a vendor to offer him some space, but this will be much better. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Dale, bring your camera as the Buick Bug will be there too. I know that is your next model, so here is a chance to see the real thing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Thanks to all the wonderful Buick Club members, we have reached our Buick Heritage Alliance dinner goal of 400 members. We are now sold out and unable to take anymore reservations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Bill, I have started building a 1/4th scale of the 1910 Buick Bug. It will be approx. 35" long, tire/rim combo will be 8" in diameter, that diameter is about the length of purchased car models, so the BRIGHT RED Bug, will stand PROUD. It will be a year long build, I have one wheel shaped, and am happy with it, so will do the other 3, then make a jig to cut in the tread. I am doing the tire/rim combo first, cutting in the tire tread will be a bit tricky, maybe the most difficult part of the build, so like GRANDMA SAID, "CLEAN THE CORNERS OF THE ROOM FIRST, THE REST WILL BE A SNAP" hehe. I may bring some of the Bug pieces to the gathering, Dale in Indy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Dale, I think everyone would appreciate seeing the pieces of the Bug, and we would better understand the effort going into this project and the others completed. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 2 hours ago, jscheib said: Dale, I think everyone would appreciate seeing the pieces of the Bug, and we would better understand the effort going into this project and the others completed. John Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 If you are bringing the Family to the 50th Anniversary Celebration, please go to: http://www.buickclub.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/BCA-Youth-Programs.pdf Hagerty has put a wonderful Youth Program together and we need to get your youngsters registered for same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 If your Buick is on the show field, you will still need to have a fire extinguisher in your car for safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC Fuhrman Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Sorry in advance if this question has already been asked: I registered on line and got a confirming back but have not yet seen a charge on my card. Is this done later? Did I mess it up? Will I also get something in the US Mail for a confirmation? Thank you - really looking forward to the meet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 I sent you a private message.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 (edited) The latest/greatest Registration Numbers: Total Attendees: 1376 (We had 1402 when Buick's Were Fine in 99). Cars: 595 Vendor Spaces: 135 BCA Banquet 745 BHA Banquet Sold Out Dorney Park 164 Edited June 23, 2016 by Jeff 1952 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcatsrule Posted June 24, 2016 Share Posted June 24, 2016 Are registrations for the National being confirmed by mail? My check was cashed, but so far no confirmation has arrived. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 You should have gotten a confirmation letter. How long has it been ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul455 Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 I have not gotten a confirmation letter yet mailed in on may 22 check was cashed June 7 Would think that I am registered Thanks Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcatsrule Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 8 hours ago, Bill Stoneberg said: You should have gotten a confirmation letter. How long has it been ? Check was cashed on 5/26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1932chev Posted June 26, 2016 Share Posted June 26, 2016 I also registered at least 4-5 months ago, check was cashed, but I don't remember getting a confirmation letter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted June 26, 2016 Share Posted June 26, 2016 1 hour ago, 1932chev said: I also registered at least 4-5 months ago, check was cashed, but I don't remember getting a confirmation letter. Not unusual Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Stoneberg Posted June 26, 2016 Share Posted June 26, 2016 Everyone will receive one last letter with details on where to park and your parking pass. These will be going out after July 6th. Hang in there, we have had a last minute rush on registrations. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted June 27, 2016 Author Share Posted June 27, 2016 1 hour ago, Bill Stoneberg said: we have had a last minute rush on registrations. also not unusual... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul455 Posted June 27, 2016 Share Posted June 27, 2016 thanks for the update Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 27, 2016 Share Posted June 27, 2016 Those who have NOT received a confirmation letter, should have one coming this week. We were a bit behind and now we will ketchup. To check for the up to the minute information, you can always call the office: 614-472-3939. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted June 27, 2016 Share Posted June 27, 2016 15 hours ago, Bill Stoneberg said: Everyone will receive one last letter with details on where to park and your parking pass. These will be going out after July 6th. Hang in there, we have had a last minute rush on registrations. How many more registrations did we get in the last minute rush? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 Registrants 1400 Show Cars 601 Trailers 93 Vendor Spaces 141 BCA Banquet 759 BHA Banquet 413 Sold Out Dorney Cruise 172 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeff 1952 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 All meetings will take place at: 862 N. Fenwick St. , Allentown, Pa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRJBUICK Posted July 1, 2016 Share Posted July 1, 2016 To all the members running the meet Thanks to you All i know some of this might have been asked before but to clear up some questions please 1) the hours from 7am to 6pm wed thurs fri and 7am to 3pm on sat does that mean if you are not leaving your car on the show field it MUST be removed by 6pm? i see there is no 24hr access but are those hours the only hours that we can be on the show field, and if we leave a car can we get back to it to access it at any time other than those hours? 2) the 10 x 10 tents allowed does this mean there will be enough room behind each car for a 10x 10 tent? if so there is a perfect spot for chapter banners! 3) for those of us that are not attending the Banquets or Dorney park does anyone know of any local cruise spots we could invade with our Buicks? 4)is Saturday the only day that BCA members will be able to view Mr Bulgari's collection or will it be available other days? 5) will there be available car wash as the host hotel usually has at other meets? if not is there any local NO TOUCH car washes in the area? again thanks for all the hard work marty 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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