CT Mini 2014, August 22-24

last year I learn that the "fun" increases with the amount of activities you want to learn or improve. I think some show up just to help us that are challenged in some area that they have expertise in. Some will help you even if they can't do it themselves. To me, that was the beauty of the weekend, not to mention the sheer foolishness that will erupt when the barefoot water is gone.

Sinned: one anxious dude

Ok got the work conflict solved. Kostas is meeting me at my house Thursday morning then we'll be on the road. Should arrive around 1700 Thursday.
What's left on the food/supply list that needs delivered.

gun-driver wrote: IAughtNaut wrote: french fry grease is more expensive in CT just because its farther from Idaho Got the external tank all loaded up with fryer oil 130 gallons total. No stopping for fuel up and back "Priceless"

that's why you're the man Paul! glad you got that pesky work problem solved

TBD’s are slowly being filled in… I will post up an updated food list in a minute. If we could finish filling in the blanks in the next day or 2, that would be great- that way I can backfill as necessary before people start showing up. :)

Thank you to everyone for their contributions, whatever form they take- some have even shown up early! It is much appreciated.

To answer a few questions:

1. We’ll pack the yard and cove in tight, don’t worry about us running out of space- the more (boats, people, etc), the merrier.
2. By mooring, I mean an anchor and line that will hold your boat in place, at a minimum overnight... potentially under slightly windy conditions (you never know what the weather will be). The cove is relatively shallow (3-6’), and sandy/mucky depending on exact location. Bumpers are not a bad idea either, as it would allow multiple boats to raft up during the day. Milk jugs or buoys to mark your anchor are optional, but might help prevent a prop tangle.
3. Not to worry, there will be coffee in the AM… at least 3 coffee makers on site. Industrial coffee makers will not be turned away, however! Ha.

Reminder: things everyone can bring:
Coolers
Ice
Beverage of choice (beer, liquor, soda, juice, etc)… Does anybody like bloody marys (just a thought)?

Also recommended (in case it wasn’t obvious)
Watersports gear, if practical
Towels
Jeans and sweatshirt (just in case)
Ibuprofen :)


For those on the fence, hope you can work it out. Its shaping up to be a great weekend! If you havent spoken with me directly (pm, email, txt, phone, etc), or you havent posted your plans in this thread (even if theyre not firm), please do so- just so we can plan as best we can. I will repost the pertinent info one more time this morning.

We're in pretty good shape for food... Last few outstanding items in bold!

Foods:
Hamburgers + cheese + buns (~150): GregF(75), could use another 75
Hotdogs (~150): Joe (150)
Hot dog buns (150): Fosters
Salt potatoes: Joe
Chips (~20 bags): Fill (10), Greg / Kristin (10)
Corn (~100 ears): Brad (tbd), could use more!
Mains or sides to add to the meals above:John and Lisl, potato salad
Jess brownies, ________
Juice (breakfasts):_________

Sat Breakfast:
Bagels + cream cheese: Brian (4dozen)
Muffins: MikeS
Fruit Salad: John and Lisl

Ancilliary stuff:
Solo cups (~300+): Brad
Styrafoam cups (~200): Brad
Paper Plates (~500): Brad
Paper bowls (~100): Brad
Napkins: MikeS
Paper towels:
Plastic forks: MikeS

TRBenj wrote: Does anybody like bloody marys (just a thought)?

This was already in my plans on a small scale, if there is a larger interest a bloody mary bar can be my contribution to the food list, haha

Adam, do it!

Mike, thanks! Didn't mean to over-volunteer you, ha... Much appreciated.

IAughtNaut wrote: I love that my contribution to the food list is a cocktail.

It doesn't really surprise you does it?...... I mean I'm not!


Gonna miss "Marissas Marinades" for the weekend seeing as how she and Sven aren't gonna make it.

Tim,
Count us in for what ever last minute "get ready's" Thursday evening / Friday before the masses arrive.

Adam,
I will try to remember some special seasoning for the bloody marys that came back from Canada a while back.

Think I am going to make Kristin watch Smokey & The Bandit and Amimal House before we leave so that her appreciation of a road trip is clearly defined............

Greg, awesome offer but after a 12 hr drive on thurs night, I'm thinking you guys deserve a break! The goal is to be done shopping by then- if we figure out that we forgot something, HW can pick it up on his way back from the airport with the FIFA gold coins he's bringing.

05 210 wrote: [QUOTE=TRBenj] We're in pretty good shape for food... Last few outstanding items in bold! Foods: Hamburgers + cheese + buns (~150): GregF(75), could use another 75 Hotdogs (~150): Joe (150) Hot dog buns (150): Fosters Salt potatoes: Joe Chips (~20 bags): Fill (10), Greg / Kristin (10) Corn (~100 ears): Brad (tbd), could use more! Mains or sides to add to the meals above:John and Lisl, potato salad Jess brownies, ________ Juice (breakfasts):_____BEER!!! Sat Breakfast: Bagels + cream cheese: Brian (4dozen) Muffins: MikeS Fruit Salad: John and Lisl Ancilliary stuff: Solo cups (~300+): Brad Styrafoam cups (~200): Brad Paper Plates (~500): Brad Paper bowls (~100): Brad Napkins: MikeS Paper towels: MikeS Plastic forks: MikeS

I can finish up on the corn lots of local farmers selling right now, let me know how many dozen

Foods:
Hamburgers + cheese + buns (~150): GregF(75), could use another 75
Hotdogs (~150): Joe (150)
Sausage peppers and onion sandwiches: Burton(50)
Hot dog buns (150): Fosters
Salt potatoes: Joe
Chips (~20 bags): Fill (10), Greg / Kristin (10)
Corn (~100 ears): Brad (tbd), Burton (24) could use more!
Mains or sides to add to the meals above:John and Lisl, potato salad
Jess brownies, ________
Juice (breakfasts):_____BEER!!!

Sat Breakfast:
Bagels + cream cheese: Brian (4dozen)
Muffins: MikeS
Fruit Salad: John and Lisl

Ancilliary stuff:
Solo cups (~300+): Brad
Styrafoam cups (~200): Brad
Paper Plates (~500): Brad
Paper bowls (~100): Brad
Napkins: MikeS
Paper towels: MikeS
Plastic forks: MikeS




shot in the dark, I am looking for a doghouse hinge for a 77 SN if anyone has one around. I am in need of the half that bolts to the doghouse.

thanks
burton

How about strut (s) for glove box 2005 SN 206 black please

NCH20SKIER wrote: How about strut (s) for glove box 2005 SN 206 black please

Add a center glove box strut for my '95 to that list

Tim
I'm guessing you'll have all the appropriate tools for the standard reunion fix’s, prop changes, tune up’s, carb adjustments, camshaft swaps, bearing’s for Joe???
Is there anything I should bring in that department?