Official Sevenstock 8 ~ I-10/I-40 (East to West) caravan thread
06-20-05, 04:43 PM
#1
Administrator
Thread Starter
Official Sevenstock 8 ~ I-10/I-40 (East to West) caravan thread
The Official Sevenstock 8 I-10/I-40 thread.
Details regarding the caravan can be found here in this thread.
Details regarding the caravan can be found here in this thread.
Last edited by DrKillJoY; 06-24-05 at 06:55 AM.
06-21-05, 08:27 PM
#2
Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
After my trip up to Albuquerque for the RotaryRx BBQ I am recommending defection, from I-10 that is, for those East of NM.
It appears that there may be a reasonable # of 7s leaving form RotaryRx.com traveling along I-40. From what I gathered their plan is to run straight though to Irvine.
The downside is I-10ers would need to make a 3hr detour N on I-25 at Las Cruces or take 285 from Fort Stockton, TX to 380 at Roswell, NM to I-25.
There a number of +s though:
1st- If you are from northern TX it is the shortest route (I-40 straight through).
2nd-The 1st meeting point would be rotary garage and thereafter would be traveling with rotary mechanics, which could be useful (as many of those who have done it before know).
3rd-I know many from TX are more limited by time vs. mileage, if they run straight through from Abq that would cut a day off the trip (The normal I-10 theory is TX to Las Cruces NM first day, Phoenix second day, Irvine third).
4th-It would be more time driving with more 7s (which is the whole point), vs. just the I-10 guys from LC to Phoenix.
5th-I haven't taken that route for a long time, but I believe the drive should be a bit more interesting vs. I-10.
6th- As far as I know all the cars that have come through Las Cruces on I-10 in the past have been 1st or 2nd gens (not including the 1 trailered 3rd gen). The Albuquerque contingent seems to be 1 & 2nd gen oriented with a number of interesting project cars for both gens, so you get to see cool stuff sooner.
What do you think?
Wyatt
It appears that there may be a reasonable # of 7s leaving form RotaryRx.com traveling along I-40. From what I gathered their plan is to run straight though to Irvine.
The downside is I-10ers would need to make a 3hr detour N on I-25 at Las Cruces or take 285 from Fort Stockton, TX to 380 at Roswell, NM to I-25.
There a number of +s though:
1st- If you are from northern TX it is the shortest route (I-40 straight through).
2nd-The 1st meeting point would be rotary garage and thereafter would be traveling with rotary mechanics, which could be useful (as many of those who have done it before know).
3rd-I know many from TX are more limited by time vs. mileage, if they run straight through from Abq that would cut a day off the trip (The normal I-10 theory is TX to Las Cruces NM first day, Phoenix second day, Irvine third).
4th-It would be more time driving with more 7s (which is the whole point), vs. just the I-10 guys from LC to Phoenix.
5th-I haven't taken that route for a long time, but I believe the drive should be a bit more interesting vs. I-10.
6th- As far as I know all the cars that have come through Las Cruces on I-10 in the past have been 1st or 2nd gens (not including the 1 trailered 3rd gen). The Albuquerque contingent seems to be 1 & 2nd gen oriented with a number of interesting project cars for both gens, so you get to see cool stuff sooner.
What do you think?
Wyatt
06-23-05, 08:25 AM
#3
Compression Tester Guy
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 1,010
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'm down, I've driven I-10 so many times it's stupid. A change of scenery would be welcome....definately have to stop in Roswell and geek out! Are we still going to get to meet up with the AZ guys? Those guys were awesome last year. But now the most important question......do I bring the FC, or the FD? ;-)
-John
Edit: Figured out Mapquest.com and I guess we wouldn't be meeting up with the AZ guys.
-John
Edit: Figured out Mapquest.com and I guess we wouldn't be meeting up with the AZ guys.
Last edited by TwistedRotors; 06-23-05 at 08:37 AM.
06-23-05, 07:49 PM
#4
Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
If you want to geek out the museum at Roswell is the place. Don't forget about Carlsbad caverns and Lincoln, NM (the sight of the Lincoln County War that made Billy the Kid famous, a very well preserved state park). Of course to actually see any of it you would have to stay the night somewhere over there.
As far a joining up with the Phoenix group, I think it may be a possibility, if the AZ guys were to put a bit of pressure on the Alb guys. I don't think there are any firm plans in place. The only real problem is that the Alb guys would have to stay the night in Phoenix (with the hotel cost and an extra day off), instead of running straight through. It would be pretty cool though if we had a good turnout from both states cruising together.
At the moment I just want to get the idea of the I-10 to I-40 detour, and possibly the I-40 back to I-10 at Phoenix detour out there before plans are firmed up around Sept.
As far as what car you should take, I know you know my opinion.
W
As far a joining up with the Phoenix group, I think it may be a possibility, if the AZ guys were to put a bit of pressure on the Alb guys. I don't think there are any firm plans in place. The only real problem is that the Alb guys would have to stay the night in Phoenix (with the hotel cost and an extra day off), instead of running straight through. It would be pretty cool though if we had a good turnout from both states cruising together.
At the moment I just want to get the idea of the I-10 to I-40 detour, and possibly the I-40 back to I-10 at Phoenix detour out there before plans are firmed up around Sept.
As far as what car you should take, I know you know my opinion.
W
06-24-05, 07:53 PM
#5
Compression Tester Guy
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 1,010
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Everything sounds good, I'll run it past the other possibles tonight. I hope the Alb guys have as good of a turnout as the AZ guys. Either way, I am tired of I-10 and would like to see some new scenery so a detour will be planned for.
And for which car to take....well the FC has been to two SS's and the FD may even be more reliable by that time. ;-) I guess we'll just have to see when Oct. comes around.
-John
And for which car to take....well the FC has been to two SS's and the FD may even be more reliable by that time. ;-) I guess we'll just have to see when Oct. comes around.
-John
07-18-05, 04:35 PM
#7
Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
In classic 7stock caravan fashion, I'm dropping out. My gf's vacation ends on the Mon. after 7stock (year round teacher) so we're leaving early to hit the grand canyon/Vegas prior to heading to Irvine. I've also been informed I'm going to Disney land on Friday so I'll miss the I-15 caravan as well. I will be up for an I-10 return caravan on Sunday though.
I talked to a few people about staying at my place in NM, since that won't be possible, I'll be happy to take care of your hotel stay in NM.
W
I talked to a few people about staying at my place in NM, since that won't be possible, I'll be happy to take care of your hotel stay in NM.
W
Trending Topics
07-21-05, 06:44 PM
#8
Gone Race'n
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Rockford, IL
Posts: 1,544
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
There are a few guy's that can't stand the heat, so we are leaving Tucson on Thursday night. Check out AZRX7.com and RCCAZ.com for details when the date gets closer.
07-26-05, 01:12 PM
#9
Compression Tester Guy
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 1,010
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by wyallen
In classic 7stock caravan fashion, I'm dropping out. My gf's vacation ends on the Mon. after 7stock (year round teacher) so we're leaving early to hit the grand canyon/Vegas prior to heading to Irvine. I've also been informed I'm going to Disney land on Friday so I'll miss the I-15 caravan as well. I will be up for an I-10 return caravan on Sunday though.
I talked to a few people about staying at my place in NM, since that won't be possible, I'll be happy to take care of your hotel stay in NM.
W
I talked to a few people about staying at my place in NM, since that won't be possible, I'll be happy to take care of your hotel stay in NM.
W
So, who is still in for the I-10 caravan? Are we Corpus guys still the farthest SE group? Any MS or LA people not flying? FL? I'm planning on 3 cars from Corpus, but I'm the only one set in stone driving.....I sure don't want to be alone all the way to AZ!! Let's keep this alive!
-John
07-26-05, 07:02 PM
#11
Rotary Enthusiast
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Southern Cali
Posts: 1,414
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
By Tim from the Arizona Club
Originally Posted by RCCAZ 1
Sent to RCCAZ members earlier today:
Below you'll find a tentative schedule of events for Sevenstock weekend. I'll be assembling a caravan list, so please RSVP at your earliest convenience to tell me if you'll be joining the Caravan as we cruise to Sevenstock 8.
Friday, October 7th - Depart for SevenStock 8 by 7:00 a.m. from the Northeast corner of I-10 and Litchfield Road. Approximate drive time (with 2 stops) 6 to 7 hours. Arrive in Irvine between 3 and 4 p.m. (possibly at R&D... still TBD). Depart for Hotel check-in (approximately 5 p.m.). Head out for dinner and attend JDRF Sevenstock 8 fundraiser.
Saturday, October 8th - Head over to R&D facility EARLY (suggest you be there between 7 and 8 a.m. to line up). Gates open at 9 a.m. Attend SS-8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Following event, head over to Hilton Hotel for RX-7 Forum and "Big List" Reception from 5 to 7 p.m. SevenStock 8 Dinner/Banquet from 7 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, October 9th - Attend Sunday TBD event. Following event, free time to hang out, head back to hotel, catch dinner, or whatever you desire (i.e., head to the beach, etc). Some will be heading back to Arizona following the Sunday event, so find out who's heading back when and pair up if possible.
Monday, October 10th - Remaining attendees depart for Phoenix between 5 and 6 a.m. Arrive back in Phoenix by early afternoon. Get pictures processed or post electronic ones and look forward to next SevenStock??
Below you'll find a tentative schedule of events for Sevenstock weekend. I'll be assembling a caravan list, so please RSVP at your earliest convenience to tell me if you'll be joining the Caravan as we cruise to Sevenstock 8.
Friday, October 7th - Depart for SevenStock 8 by 7:00 a.m. from the Northeast corner of I-10 and Litchfield Road. Approximate drive time (with 2 stops) 6 to 7 hours. Arrive in Irvine between 3 and 4 p.m. (possibly at R&D... still TBD). Depart for Hotel check-in (approximately 5 p.m.). Head out for dinner and attend JDRF Sevenstock 8 fundraiser.
Saturday, October 8th - Head over to R&D facility EARLY (suggest you be there between 7 and 8 a.m. to line up). Gates open at 9 a.m. Attend SS-8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Following event, head over to Hilton Hotel for RX-7 Forum and "Big List" Reception from 5 to 7 p.m. SevenStock 8 Dinner/Banquet from 7 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, October 9th - Attend Sunday TBD event. Following event, free time to hang out, head back to hotel, catch dinner, or whatever you desire (i.e., head to the beach, etc). Some will be heading back to Arizona following the Sunday event, so find out who's heading back when and pair up if possible.
Monday, October 10th - Remaining attendees depart for Phoenix between 5 and 6 a.m. Arrive back in Phoenix by early afternoon. Get pictures processed or post electronic ones and look forward to next SevenStock??
09-15-05, 10:16 PM
#13
Everyone,
Here's a list of Sevenstock 8 RSVPs so far. Please let me know via PM or email @ teull@***.net if I've missed you or inadvertently added someone to the list!
Shawn Beniam (RX-8 Titanium)
Paul Brabant (Gen 3 Silver)
Tim Eull (Gen 3 CYM)
Reggie Graham (RX-8 Black)
Eric Greenbank (Gen 3 Silver)
John Harvell (John Lockwood shotgun??) (RX-8 Red)
David Hume (Gen 3 Red)
Pam & Paul Kulikowski (???)
Rob McCahill (Rob Murray shotgun) (Gen 1 Red)
Chris Menser??? (RX-8 Silver)
Jordan Meschkow (RX-8 Blue)
Troy and Leesa Moore (Gen 3 Red)
John Thomas (Gen 3 Silver)
Tom Walling (Gen 3 Red)
Seth Wilson (CYM FC3S)
Jeff Davis (RX-8 Silver)
For those still considering attending, here are the details.
Plans are coming together for Sevenstock 8 weekend from Friday, October 7th through Sunday, October 9th at Mazda's Research and Development (R&D) Facilities in Irvine, California. This event, in its eighth year, is hosted by Mazda, the Southern California RX Club, and Rotary News.
Once again, members of RCCAZ will be leading a caravan from Phoenix into
Irvine, California, with our planned departure set for Friday morning, October 7th (see tentative schedule listed below). Participants can still make hotel reservations at our traditional Sevenstock venue the DoubleTree Hotel Santa Ana, 201 E. MacArthur Blvd. Santa Ana, CA 92707.
Rates for the DoubleTree are as follows:
DoubleTree = $86 per night with parking included
The DoubleTree is preferred by several RCCAZ members due to the covered and secure parking structure. Reservations at the DoubleTree can be made by calling 714-825-3333 and telling them that you're with the RCCAZ group by Friday, September 23rd! You should get the $86 rate (parking inclusive) from Friday through Sunday evening.
Also, don't miss out on the Sevenstock Banquet set for Saturday evening. Reservations are filling up quickly and tickets will NOT be sold at the event. Cost for the dinner is $39.99 per person. Mazda always puts together a great dinner program and usually unveils a few rotary news first announcements at the event. Reservations can be made online by using the following link:
http://sevenstock.org/node/view/4
Below you'll find a tentative schedule of events for the weekend.
Friday, October 7th - Depart for SevenStock 8 by 7:00 a.m. from the
Cracker Barrel restaurant parking lot on the Northeast corner of I-10 and Litchfield Road. Approximate drive time (with 2 stops) 6 to 7 hours. Arrive at Mazda R&D facility between 3 and 4 p.m. (car washing available for $10 each behind R&D - please let me know in advance). Depart R&D facility and check into Hotel (approximately 5 p.m.). Head out for dinner and attend JDRF Sevenstock 8 fundraiser around 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 8th - Head over to R&D facility EARLY (suggest you be there between 7 and 8 a.m. to line up). Gates open at 9 a.m. Attend SS-8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Following event, head over to Hilton Hotel for RX-7 Forum and "Big List" Reception from 5 to 7 p.m. SevenStock 8 Dinner/Banquet from 7 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, October 9th - Attend (possible) Open House at Racing Beat in
Anaheim. Times TBD. Following open house, free time to hang out, head back to hotel, catch dinner, or whatever you desire (i.e., head to the beach, etc). Some will be heading back to Arizona following the open house, so find out who's heading back when and pair up if possible.
Monday, October 10th - Remaining attendees depart for Phoenix between 5
and 6 a.m. Arrive back in Phoenix by early afternoon. Get pictures processed or post electronic ones and look forward to next SevenStock???
Tim
Again, let me know if you'd like to be added to the list. Looking forward to everyone making the trip.
Here's a list of Sevenstock 8 RSVPs so far. Please let me know via PM or email @ teull@***.net if I've missed you or inadvertently added someone to the list!
Shawn Beniam (RX-8 Titanium)
Paul Brabant (Gen 3 Silver)
Tim Eull (Gen 3 CYM)
Reggie Graham (RX-8 Black)
Eric Greenbank (Gen 3 Silver)
John Harvell (John Lockwood shotgun??) (RX-8 Red)
David Hume (Gen 3 Red)
Pam & Paul Kulikowski (???)
Rob McCahill (Rob Murray shotgun) (Gen 1 Red)
Chris Menser??? (RX-8 Silver)
Jordan Meschkow (RX-8 Blue)
Troy and Leesa Moore (Gen 3 Red)
John Thomas (Gen 3 Silver)
Tom Walling (Gen 3 Red)
Seth Wilson (CYM FC3S)
Jeff Davis (RX-8 Silver)
For those still considering attending, here are the details.
Plans are coming together for Sevenstock 8 weekend from Friday, October 7th through Sunday, October 9th at Mazda's Research and Development (R&D) Facilities in Irvine, California. This event, in its eighth year, is hosted by Mazda, the Southern California RX Club, and Rotary News.
Once again, members of RCCAZ will be leading a caravan from Phoenix into
Irvine, California, with our planned departure set for Friday morning, October 7th (see tentative schedule listed below). Participants can still make hotel reservations at our traditional Sevenstock venue the DoubleTree Hotel Santa Ana, 201 E. MacArthur Blvd. Santa Ana, CA 92707.
Rates for the DoubleTree are as follows:
DoubleTree = $86 per night with parking included
The DoubleTree is preferred by several RCCAZ members due to the covered and secure parking structure. Reservations at the DoubleTree can be made by calling 714-825-3333 and telling them that you're with the RCCAZ group by Friday, September 23rd! You should get the $86 rate (parking inclusive) from Friday through Sunday evening.
Also, don't miss out on the Sevenstock Banquet set for Saturday evening. Reservations are filling up quickly and tickets will NOT be sold at the event. Cost for the dinner is $39.99 per person. Mazda always puts together a great dinner program and usually unveils a few rotary news first announcements at the event. Reservations can be made online by using the following link:
http://sevenstock.org/node/view/4
Below you'll find a tentative schedule of events for the weekend.
Friday, October 7th - Depart for SevenStock 8 by 7:00 a.m. from the
Cracker Barrel restaurant parking lot on the Northeast corner of I-10 and Litchfield Road. Approximate drive time (with 2 stops) 6 to 7 hours. Arrive at Mazda R&D facility between 3 and 4 p.m. (car washing available for $10 each behind R&D - please let me know in advance). Depart R&D facility and check into Hotel (approximately 5 p.m.). Head out for dinner and attend JDRF Sevenstock 8 fundraiser around 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 8th - Head over to R&D facility EARLY (suggest you be there between 7 and 8 a.m. to line up). Gates open at 9 a.m. Attend SS-8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Following event, head over to Hilton Hotel for RX-7 Forum and "Big List" Reception from 5 to 7 p.m. SevenStock 8 Dinner/Banquet from 7 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, October 9th - Attend (possible) Open House at Racing Beat in
Anaheim. Times TBD. Following open house, free time to hang out, head back to hotel, catch dinner, or whatever you desire (i.e., head to the beach, etc). Some will be heading back to Arizona following the open house, so find out who's heading back when and pair up if possible.
Monday, October 10th - Remaining attendees depart for Phoenix between 5
and 6 a.m. Arrive back in Phoenix by early afternoon. Get pictures processed or post electronic ones and look forward to next SevenStock???
Tim
Again, let me know if you'd like to be added to the list. Looking forward to everyone making the trip.
09-21-05, 08:20 PM
#14
Old Car Preservationist
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: tempe Az
Posts: 421
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I am leaving Phoenix about 3pm on Friday since I have school untis 1:00. I know that Jason is going at the same time. Im going to be driving the Rx4 so Im not going to be traveling much faster than 65 mph. Any slow pokes want to join us?
10-02-05, 01:10 AM
#15
Junior Member
Caravan From The East
Man, you call that a caravan? I'm looking to drive out from Pittsburgh, PA and would like to find a passenger/co-driver. I know this is last minute, but my wife won't go (she hates to sit in the car for long periods... needless to say, she is NOT an enthusiast). I haven't cancelled my hotel room just yet, in the hopes I will find somebody. I only require that the person be a non-smoker, be able to drive a manual, and be a good navigator. I do not discriminate on age, race, religion, gender, etc, however the lighter (weight-wise), the better. This is because, as you know, space is limited in an FD RX-7, especially with the stock Bose Wave system. Now, if you are interested, and are somewhere within a few hours of Pittsburgh, PA, please contact me at tworx7s@zoominternet.net (I do not check this forum oftern enough, and since time is of the essence...).
Thanks!
Dale Black
President
West Penn RX-7 Club
www.westpennrx7club.com
Thanks!
Dale Black
President
West Penn RX-7 Club
www.westpennrx7club.com
10-02-05, 02:32 PM
#16
Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I know I already dropped out of the caravan, but due to a lack of time I'm completely dropping out. As far as I know, there is no one east of AZ driving in on I-10 this year.
If you happen to be around Las Cruces, NM and can't make it to SS8 either, come check out the private spaceships and few rocket launches at the X-prize Cup http://www.xpcup.com/index.cfm
If you happen to be around Las Cruces, NM and can't make it to SS8 either, come check out the private spaceships and few rocket launches at the X-prize Cup http://www.xpcup.com/index.cfm
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
edmcguirk
NE RX-7 Forum
3
05-30-18 06:50 PM
HalifaxFD
Canadian Forum
126
05-09-16 07:06 PM
AMOC
SE RX-7 Forum
1
09-10-15 09:42 AM
