Pat Buckley Posted January 15, 2018 Share Posted January 15, 2018 The 2018 Grand National Meet registration can be printed from members.aaca.org. 2018 Membership dues must be paid to log-in. To register your vehicle for the 2018 Grand National the vehicle must have achieved Senior Award status in any year prior to 2018. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 2018 Grand National Meet registration can be printed from members.aaca.org. 2018 Membership dues must be paid to log-in. To register your vehicle for the 2018 Grand National the vehicle must have achieved Senior Award status in any year prior to 2018.
Bhigdog Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 I'd be up for attending but I can't tell from the info form if there is trailer parking fee. Anyone know for sure?..........Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
real61ss Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 (edited) It says on the entry, 75 dollars for perferred parking at the host hotel and 25 dollars for parking at another location and 0 dollars for Saturday only parking. So, there you are, you can go Edited January 16, 2018 by real61ss added sentence (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 All I saw was trailer parking at Westmoreland fair grounds. No cost info.............Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 2 hours ago, real61ss said: It says on the entry, 75 dollars for perferred parking at the host hotel Surely you jest...............Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kristin Calvin Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 Also: For those of you who sent in Activity Request Forms for this Meet, they will be mailed as soon as we get them from the printer- they will all be mailed out the same day. Thank you and we appreciate your patience, Kristin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlier Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 14 hours ago, Bhigdog said: Surely you jest...............Bob With regard to Trailer parking the Grand National Meet Registration Page shows: Trailer Parking at the host hotel is $75 for the entire event. Trailer Parking at the Westmoreland Fairgrounds is $25 for the entire event. Saturday Only Parking at the Westmoreland Fairgrounds is FREE. Click here for the ===>>> 2018 Grand National Meet Tri-Fold Brochure FYI, this morning I called the Ramada Inn to ask about rooms. I was told that they still have rooms for Thursday and Saturday nights but on Friday night there are NO ROOMS available. BTW, when she said "No Rooms Available" I asked her to clarify and she she said she meant there are No Rooms Available in the entire hotel not just the block of AACA rooms set aside for that weekend. She recommended to call back periodically to see if any rooms become available for Friday night. Be advised that there are 4 other hotels listed on the Meet Brochure. Anyone needing a room should probably book one sooner rather than later. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Wolfe Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I have my reservations at the host hotel and asked about trailer parking charge. I was told I wouldn't be charged to park my trailer as a guest. I told the girl I talked to that the web site shows a $75 parking fee and she said no fee for guest. What's the story?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ols car dog Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Simple question,why can,t we have our cars judged for Grand National level a regular meet . It,s a 2200 mile trip for me . Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Wolfe Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Just Talked to Shane at the Ramada and he assured me the hotel doesn't charge for trailer parking. Said others had called about the same thing and seems to be some confusion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I HAVE SENT THIS THREAD TO THE MEET CHAIRMAN. AS TO THE QUESTION OF WHY NO AGNM JUDGING: LOTS OF FACTORS GO INTO IT INCLUDING THE EXPERIENCE OF THE JUDGING TEAMS, TIME BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY THIS MEET WAS DESIGNED TO BE OUR MOST PRESTIGIOUS MEET OF THE YEAR IN TERMS OF THE JUDGING FIELD. IT HAS BEEN EXTREMELY WELL RECEIVED OVER THE YEARS AND SOMETHING THE MAJORITY OF OUR MEMBERS SEEM TO ENJOY. KEN, YOUR QUESTION IS LOGICAL BUT JUST NOTHING THAT ANYONE HAS EVER REQUESTED OF US AT LEAST IN THE 15 YEARS I HAVE BEEN HERE. SORRY FOR THE CAPS...IN A HURRY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ols car dog Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Steve, Thanks for the prompt answer. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 From the Meet Chairman...he answered it a few days ago but circumstances prevented me from posting: Hello fellow members! My name is John Kuhns Jr., and I'm the chairman of the 2018 Grand National Meet in Greensburg, PA. I just wanted to take some time to address the questions with the trailer parking. We have two different areas for trailer parking. The host hotel (The Ramada Inn and Suites) and the Westmoreland County Fairgrounds. Both locations are approximately 3.5 miles from the show field. The Host Hotel has extremely limited parking availability. The cost for the preferred parking at the host hotel is $75 and you MUST have a permit issued from our club to park there regardless of whether or not you are staying at the hotel. Anyone who heard otherwise was misinformed, and the hotel staff has been made aware of this. The parking at the fairgrounds is $25 for the weekend and free if you are coming in on Saturday morning. Both trailer parking areas will have security. If there are any other questions or issues please feel free to call me at (412) 558-0994 M-W-F 6-8PM EST, this is the best way to reach me. I seldom use the computer, but always answer my phone. I look forward to everyone coming and having a great time. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted January 26, 2018 Share Posted January 26, 2018 For those of us who don't have a car eligible to show, but who will come to see the cars, is there free parking for visitors' cars? (I certainly hope so.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Street Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 I will not be bringing a driver car if attending. Before I apply is there any provisions for dropping a car at Show field and bringing me back from Westmoreland parking Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnKuhnsJr Posted January 28, 2018 Share Posted January 28, 2018 Hello All! This is John Kuhns Jr. the Chairman of the Grand Nation Meet. I can't stress this enough, I rarely use the computer and the very best way to reach me is by phone (412) 558-0994 M-W-F 6 to 8PM EST. I just wanted to take the time and respond to some of the new questions. There will be free spectator parking at the show site on Saturday June 2, 2018. The host hotel is TOTALLY BOOKED. Additional hotels in the area have been blocked off and reservations are still available at the Hampton Inn, The Springhill Suites and the Holiday Inn Express. There will be no areas at the Show Field for loading and unloading. If we end up letting one person do it its not fair to everyone else. Unfortunately, that just the way the show field is set up. I believe in being transparent and upfront with everyone to avoid issues moving forwad. I want everyone who registers to come and have a great time and I'm really looking forward to the event! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlier Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 (edited) FYI, I met John Kuhns Jr, The Grand National Meet Chairman, and his Dad John Sr. at the Annual Meeting in Philadelphia this past weekend. VERY NICE fellas. Given that John Jr. rarely uses a computer I thought I would pass on some of the information that we spoke about concerning the 2018 Grand National. As of this past week (02/09), they have over 300 vehicles currently registered for this meet. He also reminded me that there is a LIMIT of 500 Pre-registered cars for this meet which is in the meet brochure and a few other places.. Once the limit of 500 cars has been reached they will not be able to accept any more registrations. The region hosting the Grand National wants all participants to have a great time so they want to avoid having cars packed too tightly together on the show field hence the limit of 500 cars. So, it is STRONGLY recommended that anyone wishing to attend this year's Grand National and have their car on the show field had better get a hotel room and get their vehicle registered AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Heck, I ran into one AACA Member I know that registered for this meet at the annual meeting with the help of another member and his smartphone. FYI, the host hotel has been fully booked for a few weeks now. From what I understand some of the other hotels on the list for this meet are also booked up. Judges who plan to judge at this meet had better get their hotel accommodations AS SOON AS POSSIBLE as well. If you need a hotel and all the hotels on the meet's tri-fold list of hotels are full, check out the list of New Grand National Hotels posted on 02/12. If all else fails you could try giving John a call at the phone number he listed above on the days and times he listed about available hotels. If you have other questions regarding the Grand National give John a call as well, we would be happy to answer your questions. Charlie Edited February 13, 2018 by charlier (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ex98thdrill Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 On 1/18/2018 at 9:35 AM, ols car dog said: Simple question,why can,t we have our cars judged for Grand National level a regular meet . It,s a 2200 mile trip for me . Ken Here's another option.... If you don't want to trailer your car all that distance for a Grand National Meet, contact the Vice President of National Activities and put in to host a Grand National Meet. It would solve your problem as well as promote your region and community. I know in many cases the Vice President of National Activities often have to scrounge to find regions who are willing to host an event. Truth be told, the western Grand National Meets are usually a smaller meet and the competition usually isn't as stiff. Of course the only time our '42 Ford fire truck ever faced any competition was at a Grand National Meet in Kansas and there were three fire trucks in the class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ols car dog Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 The Lagniappe chapter of the Louisiana Region just did a national meet in November of 2015 It took almost 2 years to plan and implement the meet. It was a financial success and we helped a lot of charities. We are are small club with app.25 active members We did get help from other chapters in La. Since I posted my question about Gran National judging......... I think maybe a 5 to10 percent limit for GN at a regular meet wouldn't hurt any one first come ,first served. lets see if the GN this years limit of 500 cars is exceeded and by how many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Street Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I have two sort of non-driving cars I would like to enter but logistics of two vehicles are almost impossible and they are both in the same class. I would enter one of them as I have been led to believe that there was discussion in Philadelphia of a proceedure whereby a car could be placed on the showfield late Friday afternoon then take the trailer down to the trailer parking lot and drop it off. If this is correct what about picking the car up Saturday afternoon after the show? I realize I am but one entry but I am aware of another recent National award car that the owner has the same driving issues. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlier Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 36 minutes ago, Robert Street said: I have two sort of non-driving cars I would like to enter but logistics of two vehicles are almost impossible and they are both in the same class. I would enter one of them as I have been led to believe that there was discussion in Philadelphia of a proceedure whereby a car could be placed on the showfield late Friday afternoon then take the trailer down to the trailer parking lot and drop it off. If this is correct what about picking the car up Saturday afternoon after the show? I realize I am but one entry but I am aware of another recent National award car that the owner has the same driving issues. Robert Robert, I STRONGLY suggest that you CALL John Kuhns Jr. Tonight or Wednesday night of this week and ask him your questions directly. His phone number is listed above in this thread. That is the only way you can get your questions answered promptly and correctly then you can decide how you want to proceed. BTW, I can identify with the logistics of putting two cars on an AACA show field when you are the only person driving them. I did that for the AACA Meet in my hometown. It was one LONG day for me and something that I will probably not try again anytime soon. Just curious, what do you mean when you say "sort of non-driving cars"? Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Street Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 7 hours ago, charlier said: Robert, I STRONGLY suggest that you CALL John Kuhns Jr. Tonight or Wednesday night of this week and ask him your questions directly. His phone number is listed above in this thread. That is the only way you can get your questions answered promptly and correctly then you can decide how you want to proceed. BTW, I can identify with the logistics of putting two cars on an AACA show field when you are the only person driving them. I did that for the AACA Meet in my hometown. It was one LONG day for me and something that I will probably not try again anytime soon. Just curious, what do you mean when you say "sort of non-driving cars"? Charlie Charlie thanks for the tip of calling Mr. Kuhns. We had a nice conversation and that region is very lucky to have a forward thinking person organizing the Grand National event like him. To make a long story real short we were able to work something out that I can live with the logistics. Oh, except I CANNOT bring two cars and am not attempting it here as probably would have the "Fred Sanford' big one if I tried it at this show. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 The arrangements for this Grand National perfectly confirm my views as to why early cars show up at our meets less and less. No unloading at the show field Saturday morning, trailer parking 3.5 miles away. Why would I even try to bring out a real early car under those conditions? Seriously, I would like answers. Seems like show organizers do everything they can do to discourage early cars from participating. We. are restoring a 1909 vehicle. The company only built 14 cars. The car is poor;y designed but still historically significant. No way would we park 3.5 miles from the show field and try to get this car thru Saturday morning show traffic. Does anyone even think about the real early cars? 3.5 miles is nothing to a '57 Chevy but it's an entirely different story with a poorly designed 1909 one cylinder car. I bring up these concerns every time the subject of how to get more early cars at our shows is discussed yet nothing ever happens. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Street Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Well said Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Jeff, my understanding there is an accommodation that can be made. Whether it is Hershey with a special parking lot for early cars and race cars or virtually all other meets the logistics seem to work out. This is just a tough venue and not the norm. As a brass car guy myself I totally understand the issues not only with some early cars but also some of the other vehicles that should not be on modern roads like a few of the early delivery trucks that go under 20 MPH. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Nice if there is an accommodation that can be made but why isn't it publicized so those contemplating entering an early vehicle can take that into account. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlier Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 3 minutes ago, Restorer32 said: Nice if there is an accommodation that can be made but why isn't it publicized so those contemplating entering an early vehicle can take that into account. All good questions. I suggest that you call John Kuhns to get the answers you are seeking. See his post earlier in this thread for his number and the days and times to call. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 My question was a general one. We are not actually showing at this meet. All it would take would be a simple statement on the registration application for instance that "Cars 1915 and earlier or vehicles not capable of speeds in excess of 20 mph can be unloaded at the show field from 7-8 a.m. " This is a particular problem at Hershey. If you want more early cars to show up make it easier on early car owners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnKuhnsJr Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Hello Everyone! I just sat down to lunch so I figured I'd play on here for a few minutes. The biggest complaint that I've had with my meet so far is the trailer parking that is a few miles from the show field. This isn't done to try and keep out any of the older cars, we want them to come, and I'm sure Hershey and every other meet wants them to come as well. The issue is trying to find areas that can accommodate 500+ cars AND 500 + Tow vehicles AND 500 + Trailers AND the area needed to load and unload in a reasonable manner with out being stuffed in like sardines. It's tough. We like to have meets in a nice environment and park like settings and not in a Wal-Mart parking lot, so that makes it difficult to find areas that can accommodate everything and still be nice looking. Penn Tech and Carlisle Fairgrounds are great places to have meets and seem to be able to handle everything all in one place, but those places also specialize in the car hobby. These larger college campuses assume liability by having us there and even though we pay them something, at the end of the day its pocket change to them when they have endowments worth 10's of millions of dollars. I wish we could do everything all in one place it would make my life easier too. Unfortunately, we do the best we can with what we have to work with. I do appreciate all the comments though and it is easiest to call me (412) 558-0994 M-W-F 6-8PM EST for any help. If you're planning to come to the meet please get your registration in ASAP we're filling up fast! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ex98thdrill Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 The same applies when you roll in with a hauler in excess of 40 feet long... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Block Posted March 1, 2018 Share Posted March 1, 2018 (edited) what is the nearest hotel to the host hotel, since you indicated it is booked. Is there parking to stop and pickup our packets on thursday or friday morning , and place to park if we going on the Frank Lloyd Wright tour or is sold out too. or do we need to take Uber to Hotel. Make a huge difference on signing up for activities. We found lodging 1000 feet from host hotel Super 8. We got lucky and booked into the Ramada for Wednesday night. Super 8 turn out to be a dog. We cancel after checking the room and matress. thanks joe Edited June 2, 2018 by packards42 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnKuhnsJr Posted April 2, 2018 Share Posted April 2, 2018 Hello Everyone! I just wanted to make a post and let everyone know that registration is closed for the AACA Grand National Meet. We received 515 registrations as of April 1, 2018 and we accepted all of them. We also have 519 people attending the banquet. Everyone who signed up is able to attend. Thank you all so much for supporting our meet, and I'm looking forward to seeing all of you. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnKuhnsJr Posted May 28, 2018 Share Posted May 28, 2018 Hello Everyone! Just wanted to give a few updates on the Grand National Meet. It's crazy to think our club has been working on this for over three years and now it starts in just a few days! First, if you have paid for trailer parking at the Westmoreland County Fairgrounds please go there and drop your trailer BEFORE coming to the host hotel to get your registration packet. Our parking team will already have your name on a list to park. This will help to eliminate congestion at the host hotel. Second, we will be allowing show vehicles on the show field FRIDAY EVENING from 6PM to 830PM. The time frame will be strictly enforced. We will have security at the show field all evening. This is a new thing for an AACA event to the best of my knowledge, so we will try our best to make it go nice and smooth. We think it will help to eliminate congestion on Saturday morning. You MUST have already picked up your registration packet at the host hotel to park Friday night. There will be no exception to this. Third, please remember this is a strictly VOLUNTEER event. Please be kind with your comments and critiquing of this event. We have worked hard to put a nice event together and have an excellent show. Please follow our rules and listen to directions to ensure everything goes nice and smooth. If anyone has any questions please feel free to call me (412) 558-0994 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianStone Posted May 29, 2018 Share Posted May 29, 2018 John, Does your statement mean that cars are allowed on the show field Friday evening from 6pm to 8:30pm and must leave after that until Sat. morning, or is 6-8:30 the time frame that cars can be driven on the show field and left for the night? I read what you wrote several times and was not clear on what it meant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpfarrell Posted May 29, 2018 Share Posted May 29, 2018 Do we need any paperwork before Saturday morning or can we pick up our packets when we drive onto the show field? I was hoping to stop by the Greensburg Ramada Hotel on Thursday or Friday when I stashed my Pittsburgh car in a family member's Greensburg garage, but I may need to do that tonight given the combination of my open car trailer and the thunderstorms predicted for Thursday & Friday. Thank you... looking forward to great collection of cars! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlier Posted May 29, 2018 Share Posted May 29, 2018 Found the following on the Hosting Region's web site and thought it might be good to know about. Click Here for LOTS of Good Information about the Grand National. The above link includes links for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), a printable map of the college campus showing where show cars enter and the various show field areas and other useful information (Shuttle Bus Service, etc). While this link may not answer every question it is a good place to start to look for answers to questions you might have. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted May 29, 2018 Share Posted May 29, 2018 Brian, yes they can be parked over night and ready to go for judging on Saturday morning. GP, yes, you can get your registration materials when you drive in Saturday morning. Let's all pray for sunshine and no rain. This has been a tough year for weather. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpfarrell Posted May 30, 2018 Share Posted May 30, 2018 Thanks Steve! I appreciate the information because I really don’t want to be “that guy” plugging up Saturday’s lines because I don’t know what I’m doing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John348 Posted May 30, 2018 Share Posted May 30, 2018 I just cancelled my room at the host hotel about an hour ago, I had Thursday through Saturday. I thought I bought a new tow vehicle and the "financial guy" got cute so I walked out the door. Sold my 2013 Sierra on Sunday so i have no way to get my car there, o I let the rooms go. Hopefully one of you get the room. Needless to say I am P.O.'d Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
real61ss Posted May 30, 2018 Share Posted May 30, 2018 Ata boy John, you showed him ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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