El Toro Run to the Coast 2011

[Bill Howell]

OK boyz and gurls, we have conformation on the dates for next year's event. It will be March 4-6. Mark those dates down now. Obviously, we don't have a registration set up yet, but please note, we will run TWO FULL DAYS at EL Toro, so we will be able to have 130 or so cars for the two days. This will not be Easter weekend, so no excuses this year about attending. Yancy, Danny and I look forward to a return trip to Irvine and it will be a nice change of weather for us about then compared to East Tennessee.
I will move this in a couple days to the correct forum, but wanted to leave it here for a day or two so everyone would see it. I will announce when we have registration set up also so no one will miss it. Make your plans now to attend, I promise, no one will go away unhappy.

[trex1270]

still witing on a 2010 t shirt?

[Cris@JCG]

Bill- Want to personally thank you for a West Coast event.. I am in! I can't wait..

[chr2002ca]

OK boyz and gurls, we have conformation on the dates for next year's event. It will be March 4-6. Mark those dates down now. Obviously, we don't have a registration set up yet, but please note, we will run TWO FULL DAYS at EL Toro, so we will be able to have 130 or so cars for the two days. This will not be Easter weekend, so no excuses this year about attending. Yancy, Danny and I look forward to a return trip to Irvine and it will be a nice change of weather for us about then compared to East Tennessee.
I will move this in a couple days to the correct forum, but wanted to leave it here for a day or two so everyone would see it. I will announce when we have registration set up also so no one will miss it. Make your plans now to attend, I promise, no one will go away unhappy.

Awesome Bill. Thanks for all your efforts on this and to everyone else who helps out and sponsors this event. Last year's event was first class and I'm sure next year's will be the same and more.

Be careful with those promises about happiness though, some of us can't manage a smile on the back of a AAA flatbed. LOL

[Bill Howell]

still witing on a 2010 t shirt?

PM me a size, I will see what we have left. We never did a reorder, been busy, but that is no excuse. Maybe I have what you need in stock.

[sik68]

Thank you for organizing this event. I'll be there!

-Steven

[Steve1968LS2]

Sign me up..

Will be there with car and camera.. :)

[Chad-1stGen]

woop woop

[Vegas69]

You know I'm there!!!! I got dibs on Dfresh's extra bed too!

[tazzz25906112]

Looks like another road trip good buddy,,,, "You know I'm in"

[Nessumsar]

You can count me in!

[Larry Callahan]

I'll try to keep MotiV8r out of the weeds this time.

Can't wait!!!!!

[Rod]

sign me UP!!!!:6gears:

[DFRESH]

Bill, I am in--Taco Party at my place again---bring the hootch.

Doug

[DFRESH]

You know I'm there!!!! I got dibs on Dfresh's extra bed too!

Absolutely---I'll hold off on assembling the Barbie Mansion until then.

Doug

[Chucks73]

Put me down as the first Volunteer. You may see the Camaro on the AutoX too. Had a GREAT time last year......

[zbugger]

Saving my pennies now. Although I know my '77 won't be ready, I will be. I'll help out however I can again.

Oh, and my Mom's birthday is on the 5th, but I'll celebrate that with her before the event.

[Bill Howell]

Thanks Chuck, always need tons of helpers

My BD is the 2nd Allen

BTW guys, this year, with 130 or so spots open, we will have open field. Not finished with your hotrod yet? Bring the vette, the benz, the porsche, whatever. It is fun to compare our cars with newer ones anyway so bring your toys and lets play hard.

[zbugger]

...BTW guys, this year, with 130 or so spots open, we will have open field. Not finished with your hotrod yet? Bring the vette, the benz, the porsche, whatever. It is fun to compare our cars with newer ones anyway so bring your toys and lets play hard.
Is this your way of telling me to bring my '00 Z28 down?

Oh, and my birthday is the 13th of March, so we'll have to celebrate together.

[Roadbuster]

I'm in! I had a blast this year!

Jon

[mpozzi]

Bill, I am in--Taco Party at my place again---bring the hootch.

Doug

This time, we're going ...

Mary P.

[DFRESH]

This time, we're going ...

Mary P.

Yeah, I'm still trying to heal up from you guys not coming last time, but I think the worst is behind me now. Just bring me two of your stickers and all will be well--LOL.

Doug

[mpozzi]

Yeah, I'm still trying to heal up from you guys not coming last time, but I think the worst is behind me now. Just bring me two of your stickers and all will be well--LOL.

Doug

You've got a deal, Doug. In fact, PM me your mailing addy and I'll pop a couple in the mail.

Mary P.

[MuscleRodz]

Count us in, I will try and make that the debut event for "N-XSS"

[CarlC]

Hollywood is in.

[MrQuick]

OK boyz and gurls, we have conformation on the dates for next year's event. It will be March 4-6. Mark those dates down now. Obviously, we don't have a registration set up yet, but please note, we will run TWO FULL DAYS at EL Toro, so we will be able to have 130 or so cars for the two days. This will not be Easter weekend, so no excuses this year about attending. Yancy, Danny and I look forward to a return trip to Irvine and it will be a nice change of weather for us about then compared to East Tennessee.
I will move this in a couple days to the correct forum, but wanted to leave it here for a day or two so everyone would see it. I will announce when we have registration set up also so no one will miss it. Make your plans now to attend, I promise, no one will go away unhappy.
oh yeah momma...hope we can have the Orange car ready by then but I am sure we'll have something going.....right before tax season too. :spank2:

Gina said she's more than happy to help out again. Anything for Bill and the crew.
Vince

[ssmike]

I'd love to make it out, and meet some of you folks....Its practically in my back yard:fingersx:

[ProdigyCustoms]

We will bring at least one from Florida, probably 2. I think that should lock up the long distance award!

[406 Q-ship]

The Malice Malibu will be there. I have gotten into more magazines from RTTC, the Malibu is in Car Craft this month in the tech section.

[79-TA]

Alright, I now have an official deadline to get as much of my car straightened out as possible. Prepared well or not, the Trans Am and I will be there.

[DriverzInc]

We missed last year, so we have to make it this time.

[Ron.in.SoCal]

Thanks Chuck, always need tons of helpers

My BD is the 2nd Allen

BTW guys, this year, with 130 or so spots open, we will have open field. Not finished with your hotrod yet? Bring the vette, the benz, the porsche, whatever. It is fun to compare our cars with newer ones anyway so bring your toys and lets play hard.

You got it Bill. If the Camaro isn't done - I'll bring my little sports car!

[-The Stig-]

I have 7 months to get my heap going...

[Bryce]

Okay this is my goal for the falcon. I think I could have ready!

[rrunner68]

Can't wait.

[chr2002ca]

This time, we're going ...

Mary P.


Ditto!

[mdprovee]

Had a blast last year...will be showing up this year. Just put it on the calender.

[796spdbu]

As a memeber of the Rat Pack,Im All In.
It was a blast last year just helping.
Hope Greg Weld comes back..that dude is a riot!
Doug, Taco Cart is epic!!

[dogz67chevelle]

I think I'm in!?!

deanna

[406 Q-ship]

I have 7 months to get my heap going...


If you need help......


Flat Spot Hollywood is in.


I fixed that for you.

[Nessumsar]

This time, we're going ...

Mary P.


Two cars?? Would love to see that!!


I have 7 months to get my heap going...

You mean we've got 7 months... lol

And I need a Posi and OD.

[TCI Engineering]

I can't wait

-Jason

[Bow Tie 67]

Bill,

I maybe able to fly out and help. I cant see my ears taking a 30 hour plus drive.

Matt

[Matt@BOS]

Bill, big thanks to you and the whole rat pack for planning this two years in a row now. That is a huge dedication and commitment to our community and hobby. the BOS guys should have the Camaro back together way before then, but I will definitely be out there regardless. I'll even work the event if you bring some of that Elvis seeing Tennessee ground water out here again, haha.



Originally Posted by mpozzi

This time, we're going ...



going to what? Win the whole event, tag every car with a decal of a certain colorful phrase, perhaps?

Matt

[carguy502]

I'm in and I think I convinced my buddy with the procharged Iroc (TraviZ) to come. If I break, I'll just help work the event.

Don

[Steve1968LS2]

March? That's three engines from now!! lol

[Nessumsar]

March? That's three engines from now!! lol

Heck, by then you could probably switch engines during the event! :spank2:

Can't wait to see Penny's new engine out there.

[chr2002ca]

March? That's three engines from now!!

Same here, but for a completely different reason. lol

[406 Q-ship]

March? That's three engines from now!! lol


Better than three cars from now....

[chevyhector]

OK All, I will make it a point to be there this time, my Medusa was not ready last year. I have to be honest, I'm kinda doubting my cars performance and I’m new to this whole auto-X so I might be one of the slowest cars.

Bill, you can count on Me and My son to be able to help in anything, we are troopers.

Mary & Steve, would you be able to send a few stickers my way???

[Steve1968LS2]

OK All, I will make it a point to be there this time, my Medusa was not ready last year. I have to be honest, I'm kinda doubting my cars performance and I’m new to this whole auto-X so I might be one of the slowest cars.

Bill, you can count on Me and My son to be able to help in anything, we are troopers.

Mary & Steve, would you be able to send a few stickers my way???

Don't worry about being fast or slow.. just worry about having fun! :)

[Steve1968LS2]

Better than three cars from now....

Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..

Will need to let someone drive it though, I will be busy.

[DynoDon]

OK, someone has to represent the Early Ford side - so count me and the Falcon Convert in !!

Don't think I'll qualify for the long distance award though

[Nessumsar]

Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..

Will need to let someone drive it though, I will be busy.

Hey Bill, driving 2 cars in the event is allowed right? lol

Will be nice to see how fast the Rat will be, Stig and I are planning a similar engine for his '71.

[Bill Howell]

Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..

Will need to let someone drive it though, I will be busy.

MEMEMEMEME!
I doubt I drive the charger across the country again this time so I will need a ride.


Oh, anyone and everyone. Don't worry about being the fastest or slowest. Honestly, it isn't about that. You learn so much at one of these events, and your driving improves so much that you will go away better than you came. I have yet had anyone tell me that they were made fun of for their driving. Now that's not to say you might get to wear a PINK HAT at some point in the day.......

[Steve1968LS2]

Hey Bill, driving 2 cars in the event is allowed right? lol

Will be nice to see how fast the Rat will be, Stig and I are planning a similar engine for his '71.

I don't think it will be a crazy fast car.. but it should be fun and a hell of a lot cheaper than Princess Penny.

[Steve1968LS2]

MEMEMEMEME!
I doubt I drive the charger across the country again this time so I will need a ride.


Oh, anyone and everyone. Don't worry about being the fastest or slowest. Honestly, it isn't about that. You learn so much at one of these events, and your driving improves so much that you will go away better than you came. I have yet had anyone tell me that they were made fun of for their driving. Now that's not to say you might get to wear a PINK HAT at some point in the day.......

Sure deal.. it's satin paint so even a hillbilly like you can't mess it up.. ;)

[rsk68]

I'm in and also available to beat on the Track Rat to give it a beginners evaluation:)

[zbugger]

Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..

Will need to let someone drive it though, I will be busy.

As Allen raises his hand....:fingersx:

[Steve1968LS2]

Hmm.. fun run in TR.. that might be cool..

If you don't crash you can move up to Penny.. like a qualifier. lol

[TCI Engineering]

OK, someone has to represent the Early Ford side - so count me and the Falcon Convert in !!

Don't think I'll qualify for the long distance award though


Did someone say "Early Fords" ????????






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[chevyhector]

Count me in on that privilege! I would like to give the rat a try!


Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..

Will need to let someone drive it though, I will be busy.

[Nessumsar]

Hmm.. fun run in TR.. that might be cool..

If you don't crash you can move up to Penny.. like a qualifier. lol

That would be pretty cool, almost like a Spec Racing thing. I would throw my hat in for a chance.

[Matt@BOS]

Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..



Do you have a magic wand you're going to wave over Track Rat to have it done by March? and if so can I please borrow it. Pleeease....

Matt

[DynoDon]

Did someone say "Early Fords" ????????






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Oh man, i was meaning early 60's LOL. Now am I going to have to take my 32 Coupe instead?:2nd:

[TCI Engineering]

Oh man, i was meaning early 60's LOL. Now am I going to have to take my 32 Coupe instead?:2nd:


:spank2: Dooooo ittttttt


A pair of dueces............:firefire:

[Steve1968LS2]

Do you have a magic wand you're going to wave over Track Rat to have it done by March? and if so can I please borrow it. Pleeease....

Matt

****, my car will be done before your's is fixed.. lol

Once painted it will go quick.. all the parts are ready and waiting. Except my Magnum which is in somebody's '32...

[Henry D]

Bill, I am in--Taco Party at my place again---bring the hootch.

Doug

Ditto, count me in. F73 should be up and running by then, if not I'll bring the Z.

Doug, I'm not missing the Taco Party this time. :)

[DFRESH]

March? That's three engines from now!! lol

LOL--that was funny right there----

Doug

[Vegas69]

Steve thinks more power and a bigger engine will convince us he's a better driver. :2nd: I'm in the same league.

[Steve1968LS2]

Steve thinks more power and a bigger engine will convince us he's a better driver. :2nd: I'm in the same league.

No, having a better car will help make up for my lack of skills as a driver.. lol

The bigger engine part is just fun..

[tazzz25906112]

No, having a better car will help make up for my lack of skills as a driver.. lol

The bigger engine part is just fun..


I hear that buddy,,,, ain't nothing like cubic inches to put a big grin on your face buddy (even if all else is going for **** in a specific lap LOL).

[406 Q-ship]

Heck, by March I will have Track Rat done..

Will need to let someone drive it though, I will be busy.

If I must sacrfice myself to abussss........er drive Track Rat. LOL

With all these offers to drive the Rat you will have to rename her Track Tramp.

[Steve1968LS2]

If I must sacrfice myself to abussss........er drive Track Rat. LOL

With all these offers to drive the Rat you will have to rename her Track Tramp.

Cool deal.. we will pass around Track Rat like that insecure girl back in high school...

[Chad-1stGen]

If I must sacrfice myself to abussss........er drive Track Rat. LOL

With all these offers to drive the Rat you will have to rename her Track Tramp.

ha ha ha I like it!

[James OLC]

Looking forward to it - we`ll be there!

[BonzoHansen]

Cool deal.. we will pass around Track Rat like that insecure girl back in high school...

this statement humors me greatly....is that wrong? :2nd:

[YancyJohns]

Taco Party at my place again---bring the hootch.Doug
Doug, I've got to find a baby sitter this year or can you spare a padded room lockable from the outside..... I'm not missing it this time. Since were not driving out this year, maybe I'll send the Apple Pie to your house....j/k We might have to bring out the pink cowboy hat that night....hehe

[tazzz25906112]

Doug, I've got to find a baby sitter this year or can you spare a padded room lockable from the outside..... I'm not missing it this time. Since were not driving out this year, maybe I'll send the Apple Pie to your house....j/k We might have to bring out the pink cowboy hat that night....hehe


I think we'll get it figured out good buddy,,,,, we always do LOL

[4086D9]

Hope I can go this year. I have never done any autocross or track events before so im sure I will suck...lol. Will I be ok will factory 69 disk brakes and 11" drums out back??

[MrQuick]

Hope I can go this year. I have never done any autocross or track events before so im sure I will suck...lol. Will I be ok will factory 69 disk brakes and 11" drums out back??
ok, we gotta fix that....save your money

[406 Q-ship]

Hope I can go this year. I have never done any autocross or track events before so im sure I will suck...lol. Will I be ok will factory 69 disk brakes and 11" drums out back??

I ran last year on stock 11" disc/drum brakes. Just get some good pads for the discs. Of course you are not going to stop like a car with 13" Baers or Wilwoods, actually I did better than some cars that had big brake due to a better balance in the system. RTTC is about having fun with the car and the people, not necessarily about a blazing time about the course.

[Cdog]

Awesome! Count Starlite garage in.

[TCI Engineering]

Awesome! Count Starlite garage in.


:cheers:

I bet those wheels/tires will not get used between now and then so I'll keep you guys posted either way.

-J

[Chucks73]

Hope I can go this year. I have never done any autocross or track events before so im sure I will suck...lol. Will I be ok will factory 69 disk brakes and 11" drums out back??


Everyone runs as fast as the car will go. (Some go a little faster) Really you’re only competing against yourself. As long as you learn on each run your doing good. I ran a much smaller track at GoodGuys with a pretty stock 73 Camaro and I'm hooked. Just run behind me and I'll make you look good. :)

[4086D9]

Thanks guys I really hope I can make it!

[DFRESH]

Doug, I've got to find a baby sitter this year or can you spare a padded room lockable from the outside..... I'm not missing it this time. Since were not driving out this year, maybe I'll send the Apple Pie to your house....j/k We might have to bring out the pink cowboy hat that night....hehe

Dude, we will get something setup for you--I have two really great babysitters on our street. Make sure you touch base with me before the event so I can arrange to have her here. She watches Christian and Natalie all the time for us. Happy to do it if you need her.

Doug

[DFRESH]

I think we'll get it figured out good buddy,,,,, we always do LOL

Yeah, last year we had a babysitter for Albert---she was about 26 and named Bambi I think---wasn't that right buddy? My memory could be muddled from the mason jar activities---looking forward to you coming out brother---this is gonna be epic this year. May have to get two taco carts---LOL

Doug

[DFRESH]

Thanks guys I really hope I can make it!

Yeah, don't worry at all about that---you'll be just fine with that setup and will have a complete blast---Bill and the boys make it a great time--just don't break the rules and you will be grinning from ear to ear.

Doug

[hotrod69camaro]

I'm looking forward to this

[Later-A-body]

Well, considering that I live about 8 miles from the site, it would be a crime if I missed this event. Now I just need to save up enough money for a new set of Pirelli's, since I am sure I will chew up the existing ones....expensive!!!

[LM7_67]

no way I'm gonna miss it this time around :)

[tazzz25906112]

Yeah, last year we had a babysitter for Albert---she was about 26 and named Bambi I think---wasn't that right buddy? My memory could be muddled from the mason jar activities---looking forward to you coming out brother---this is gonna be epic this year. May have to get two taco carts---LOL

Doug


ROFLMAO to funny,,, Oh how did the old song go buddy???? "Wasn't me" LOL

[96Z28SS]

I'll work the cones again.

[rogue]

Should be in this year. Maybe I can have a friend bring drive the Camaro down and I'll run the mini for fun.

[RobNoLimit]

I'm in, and my guys are wanting to help! let me know what you need.

[cmraman]

I'm hoping to make it this year with camera in hand, hopefully I can steal a car to use.

[Flash68]

Man I really want to make it to this. So when will the registration be open for it?

[tom_a]

Subscribing for updates. I just fired my car last weekend for the first time but still still lots to do and not much free time to do it.:fingersx:

[bosses son]

"Bad Idea" is in for sure!

[69fbodyproject]

Id love to try to make the event. Maybe meet up with some members coming out from out east or something. SInce I would be coming down while there is snow still on the ground I would be trailering to probably Vegas then driving from there. If the 67 isnt done then I guess the Roush would just have to do.

[j-rho]

Are there any rules around what modifications are or aren't legal for the competition?

[Nessumsar]

Are there any rules around what modifications are or aren't legal for the competition?

I'm pretty sure anything goes, so long as it is safe.

[Matt@BOS]

I'm pretty sure anything goes, so long as it is safe.

Well, except tires, which must be 200+ tread wear. You can run R compounds but you will be relegated to the exhibition class, which in my opinion isn't a big deal unless you really care about winning.

Matt

[CDMBill]

I am so looking forward to to RTTC II. Please count me in. As last year, we have a small shop (just a warehouse space, where a couple buddies and me work on our cars) very close to El Toro if any body needs to make last minute repairs after arriving in SoCal.

Once again I expect I'll be the token Ford.