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dayman
03-25-2009, 10:52 PM
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The 3rd Annual UMass Motorsport Spring Car Show and BBQ
Sponsored in conjunction with SWAG's SouthWest Week

www.umassmotorsport.co.nr

Saturday May 2nd 2009 Rain or Shine

Event Summary:
This show is the grand finale of our year. We're shooting for 500 cars this year. Featured events include:

4x4 RTI Ramp
Exhaust/Audio Sound Off
Lowrider Competition
Biggest Lift Competition
Pizza Eating Contest
Tire Throwing Contest
Vendors and Tuners
DJ's and Music
Food: Burgers and Dogs
On Site Dyno Services Provided by BrandXPerformance Mobile Dyno
33+ Trophy Categories

Exhibits Include:
Umass Super-Mileage Vehicle (Tentative)
Others TBA

Price:
Free to attend, $10 to enter a vehicle in judging. Events and contests are free to participate in.

Location:
University of Massachusetts Amherst Campus, SouthWest Lot 33. If you are familiar with the campus it is at the bottom of the horseshoe in the Southwest residential area.

Hours:
Show area opens at 10:00 AM.
Dyno open to guests at 10:00 AM.
Burnout Contest begins at 12:00 PM.
RTI 4x4 Ramp Contest begins at 1:00 PM.
Judging Starts at 1:00 PM.
Pizza Eating Contest begins at 3:00 PM.

Mobile Dyno Info:
George at BrandXPerformance will be in attendance with his mobile dyno capable of reading Horsepower and Torques of your car. The dyno is a dynojet type dyno capable of readings up to 2000hp. Sorry to all you AWD people, only FWD and RWD cars.

For $75 you get 3 pulls on the dyno with a printout reading of your horsepower and torque.

Come show us what power you make and get that car up on the trailer!

Directions:
University of Massachusetts Amherst Campus, SouthWest Lot 33. If you are familiar with the campus it is at the bottom of the horseshoe in the Southwest residential area.

If you are unfamiliar it is the lot closest to where Mass Ave. and University Drive meet. (downhill from the towers).

There will be signs directing traffic from the major roadways onto campus.

From the North: Route 91 South to Exit 25 - At the end of the ramp turn left and follow the road to the intersection - turn right onto Routes 5 & 10 South - go 1 mile, then left onto 116 South, then eight miles to UMass exit - Left at the end of the ramp onto Massachusetts Avenue. Take a right at the first set of lights (usually blinking yellow) and proceed approximately one-quarter mile. Signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.

From the South: Route 91 North to Exit 19 (Northampton/Amherst) - Right onto Route 9 and go approximately five miles, just past the Amherst-Hadley town line. Take a left at the lights (just after the Stop and Shop on the left-hand side) onto University Drive. Go through one set of lights and signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.

From the East: Mass Pike (Route 90) West to Exit 4 (West Springfield) onto Route 91 North to Exit 19 (Northampton/Amherst) - Right onto Route 9 and go approximately five miles, just past the Amherst-Hadley town line. Take a left at the lights (just after the Stop and Shop on the left-hand side) onto University Drive. Go through one set of lights and signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.

From the West: Mass Pike (Route 90) East to Exit 4 (West Springfield) onto Route 91 North to Exit 19 (Northampton/Amherst) - Right onto Route 9 and go approximately five miles, just past the Amherst-Hadley town line. Take a left at the lights (just after the Stop and Shop on the left-hand side) onto University Drive. Go through one set of lights and signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.

Parking In Groups:
If you have a group of 5 or more participating vehicles, you may preregister by emailing umassmoto@gmail.com. State your club name, the number of participants, and one member's contact information. (phone number preferred.)

Sponsors/Vendors:
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor at the show please contact umassmoto@gmail.com. Space is virtually unlimited.

Notes:
We urge you to please drive cautiously around the UMass campus
due to local and campus police strict enforcement of pedestrian rights and traffic laws.
Campus police have full authority of the law.

dayman
03-25-2009, 10:53 PM
It's an awesome times guys, we'll definitely have more than 200 cars this year.

RCKSTR
03-25-2009, 11:41 PM
I will be there :D with my car :devil:

dayman
03-25-2009, 11:50 PM
hell yeah, can't wait to see it.

RCKSTR
03-26-2009, 12:29 AM
hell yeah, can't wait to see it.

I'll probubly contact then about this...


Parking In Groups:
If you have a group of 5 or more participating vehicles, you may preregister by emailing umassmoto@gmail.com. State your club name, the number of participants, and one member's contact information. (phone number preferred.)

I'm sure we can get some cars together :D

RCKSTR
03-26-2009, 01:01 AM
dinner at the hanger afterwards anyone???

Pulski
03-26-2009, 10:16 AM
^^ ME.

Damn you Josh. Was gonna post here. :lol:

dayman
03-26-2009, 10:38 AM
totally, hangarlicious. Yeah, if NES wants to reserve an area we can do that for you. It's mostly so you guys get to park together.

Pulski
03-26-2009, 10:53 AM
I'll probubly contact then about this...


Parking In Groups:
If you have a group of 5 or more participating vehicles, you may preregister by emailing umassmoto@gmail.com. State your club name, the number of participants, and one member's contact information. (phone number preferred.)

I'm sure we can get some cars together :D

I'll get a backup driver for my LGT to get the car count up.

Is there a prize for the largest club showing? (I consider myself honorary VTBoost. :lol:)

RCKSTR
03-26-2009, 11:17 AM
I'll get a backup driver for my LGT to get the car count up.

Is there a prize for the largest club showing? (I consider myself honorary VTBoost. :lol:)

and you are :up: I've got to get a bunch of new decals ordered, first I've got to get a head count...

RCKSTR
03-29-2009, 10:02 PM
TTT, anyone else interested in meeting up and parking with me?

Pulski
03-30-2009, 09:56 AM
I'm sure others will. I'm going to set up a meet time in Greenfield when this gets closer to caravan in.

dayman
03-30-2009, 10:31 PM
i don't think there's a trophy pulski

Pulski
03-31-2009, 01:01 AM
That's too bad. Oh well, we can still rep the 802. :lol:

RCKSTR
04-09-2009, 01:56 AM
bump'n this up, I'm guess'n we'll see some of those guys from the meet at this event so it should be a good one :D

well, minus the 2wd dyno:unamused: maybe I'll go 2wd...

dayman
04-09-2009, 02:21 AM
That guy with da STi is gonna be there.

RCKSTR
04-09-2009, 06:52 AM
That guy with da STi is gonna be there.

nice :D sounds like the guy with the sr20 240sx will be there too:spin:
should be a good show IMO!

Pulski
04-09-2009, 10:40 AM
Yeah, both sounded pretty positive about it. I met Nate (240) back in my Nissan days at a meet in Meriden, CT... I'm sure he can make Amherst. :)

squeethebee
04-10-2009, 02:20 AM
Justin, I'll park with you buddy. Josh, you know if they can run bikes on that dyno? If I don't get it done before then, I'd be interested in doing it.

ed

GOT_AMR?
04-10-2009, 05:07 PM
I will def be there with my 08'

dayman
04-10-2009, 05:18 PM
Justin, I'll park with you buddy. Josh, you know if they can run bikes on that dyno? If I don't get it done before then, I'd be interested in doing it.

ed

i don't think you can put bikes on it. But i'll check.

Bu11dogg2
04-10-2009, 05:29 PM
I will try to make this

squeethebee
04-11-2009, 03:35 PM
Well, if they can, its cheaper and closer than ECS for me, so hopefully they can.

ed

compleckz
04-11-2009, 04:28 PM
i'll be there again this year.. not sure what rig.. definitely not the subaru though, lol..

RCKSTR
04-23-2009, 04:01 PM
the date is coming up fast!! whos ready for this?

squeethebee
04-23-2009, 05:29 PM
I'm not, but still excited either way, lol. Is the WRX gonna make it?

ed

Pulski
04-25-2009, 03:36 PM
I'm never ready, but I will be there.

Pulski
04-28-2009, 11:32 AM
Justin, are we still meeting up beforehand?

GOT_AMR?
04-28-2009, 07:39 PM
hey guys...who is up for meeting up before hand? place? time? should try to get a good cruise in and park with eachother!

squeethebee
04-28-2009, 08:50 PM
I'll meet up with you Ryan, I know a few of the Vermont guys want to meet up with me, so when we secure a spot(probably Bond Auto), I'll let you know, ok?

ed

RCKSTR
04-28-2009, 11:44 PM
pats probubly going so I'll ride with him (my cars not running so hot)

RCKSTR
04-28-2009, 11:44 PM
and ya bond sounds good to me, what times good for everyone?

GOT_AMR?
04-29-2009, 01:21 AM
yeah bond works for me man...i should be getting the harman motive tail light layovers in so those will go on tomorrow!

Pulski
04-29-2009, 10:51 AM
Any time is fine for me.

RCKSTR
04-29-2009, 06:34 PM
Any time is fine for me.
ya I don't really care either, FYI I'll be working in that location untill further notice :lol: if anyone cares:spin:

squeethebee
04-30-2009, 01:16 AM
ya I don't really care either, FYI I'll be working in that location untill further notice :lol: if anyone cares:spin:

I care! That means I can't stop by and gossip with Dan about you anymore!:spin:

ed

RCKSTR
04-30-2009, 01:21 AM
I care! That means I can't stop by and gossip with Dan about you anymore!:spin:

ed
:lol: oh well. what time does everyone want to meet up at Bond? dan won't be there on saturday so we can't bug him then.

RCKSTR
04-30-2009, 01:22 AM
the show area opens at 10:00 a.m so.....

squeethebee
04-30-2009, 01:27 AM
9am? I don't get this game.

ed

RCKSTR
04-30-2009, 01:30 AM
9am? I don't get this game.

ed


9 sounds good to me, I'll pass the word on to all the crazy folk that I know are going :) and people can get all there car wash/detail products from there local Bond auto parts before the car show :spin:

squeethebee
04-30-2009, 01:38 AM
Cool, then we can take River Rd. Slightly better drive than 91 or 5&10

ed

RCKSTR
04-30-2009, 01:51 AM
Cool, then we can take River Rd. Slightly better drive than 91 or 5&10

ed
sounds good to me, should we make a roster of the people attending so we know who to wait for?

squeethebee
04-30-2009, 01:56 AM
yeah sure, that way we don't leave Ryan behind again, lol.

ed

GOT_AMR?
04-30-2009, 02:48 PM
hahaha yeah that might be a good thing...i will be there at 9...hopefully not too hungover from friday night haha! then the next time you see my car at a show hopefully itll be have cams!

HawkeyeBlue06
05-01-2009, 01:00 AM
*UPDATE as of 11:40PM on 4/30/09*

Weather reports have improved significantly so it should be a good show. Hope to see everyone there Saturday.

Wunderground.com - Saturday
Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 60s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the morning. Chance of Rain 20% chance of precipitation.

Weather.com - AM Showers high of 64. Chance of rain 30%.

22 News -
http://media2.wwlp.com/weather/7Day_fim.JPG

squeethebee
05-01-2009, 01:51 AM
^^My favorite post of the whole thread!

ed

dayman
05-01-2009, 02:02 PM
word! Hope to see everyone there!

squeethebee
05-01-2009, 02:45 PM
can't wait, hopefully I can finish my car in time. GF ain't going cause she stole computer from me, lol. (inside joke)

ed

GOT_AMR?
05-01-2009, 03:11 PM
hopefully that weather will hold off in the AM and we can get a good showing!!! oh and ED after this weekend you will be in trouble the next time you see my car...you know what that means!!!

dayman
05-01-2009, 09:47 PM
subaru gets two rows tomorrow. I want all of you out there to fill it up

GOT_AMR?
05-02-2009, 02:17 AM
tomorrow!!!!! 9am bond auto meet for cruise down!

HawkeyeBlue06
05-02-2009, 08:20 AM
Mostly cloudy changing to mostly sunny with highs in the mid 60s. Looks like it's gonna be a great day for a car show. No chance of rain! Hope to see everyone showing up in a few hours.

Pulski
05-02-2009, 10:00 AM
Not making Bond, but I'll be at the show.

vtbimmer
05-02-2009, 10:10 AM
I may cruise down to check this out. Seems pretty nice out. Maybe I'll see some of you there.

Mike Honcho
05-02-2009, 10:35 AM
If I can get of work by noon, I'll see you all out there. Looks like rain is going to hold off.

Mike

dayman
05-02-2009, 05:57 PM
Awesome turnout guys, thanks for coming out! Congrats to Ryan(GOTAMR?) on winning best subaru!

RCKSTR
05-02-2009, 07:02 PM
Awesome turnout guys, thanks for coming out! Congrats to Ryan(GOTAMR?) on winning best subaru!

ya the turnout was great! and congrats again to GOTAMR? for the BIG win :up:, subaru was the biggest show class right? had a really nice drive down to, thanks to Ed for leading the way :)
this was a great way to start off the show season!! maybe I'll join in next time :lol:

vtbimmer
05-02-2009, 07:27 PM
Yeah good time, nice turnout. To bad I couldnt convince that guy to swap trunks with me. :D

RCKSTR
05-02-2009, 07:36 PM
Yeah good time, nice turnout. To bad I couldnt convince that guy to swap trunks with me. :D
hes on this forum you know :)

mdennett99
05-02-2009, 09:20 PM
im also on legacygt.com with the same screen name. i had an awsome time today(first show), and thanks RCKSTR for the headlight write up! also im still thinking about the trunk:banghead:

GOT_AMR?
05-02-2009, 09:35 PM
yeah it was a good turnout today guys...good fun on the ride down there. def looking forward to another cruise!

squeethebee
05-02-2009, 11:01 PM
I had lots of fun, good weather. Cruise was fun, nice gentle, easy pace, but still, how bout that road guys who haven't been on it, huh? Imagine it closed off and at speed, huh!

http://i12.ebayimg.com/08/i/001/3a/0d/9af8_1.JPG


Congrats Ryan, now cut the Alfa off and glue on a hot wheels!!

ed

RCKSTR
05-02-2009, 11:28 PM
did anyone take pics of the show? my camera was d e d :(

GOT_AMR?
05-02-2009, 11:32 PM
haha yeah i know...i gotta do something!

squeethebee
05-02-2009, 11:50 PM
I couldn't even find my camera before the show, wtf!? At least you could have bought batteries Justin. About the cruising, we should have one to North Adams, thats a good road. As long as we don't have to go slow to wait for people, we can get there pretty quick.

ed

GOT+PSI
05-03-2009, 12:45 AM
I couldn't even find my camera before the show, wtf!? At least you could have bought batteries Justin. About the cruising, we should have one to North Adams, thats a good road. As long as we don't have to go slow to wait for people, we can get there pretty quick.

ed

i need boost first... :( but at least i wasnt the one we had to wait for :D and Ryan your car smells delicious! i will ride behind you until im faster.... lol

squeethebee
05-03-2009, 12:56 AM
I don't want to wait till you're boosted, it's a fun enough road even with slower cars, trust me. Or ask compleckz. Or anyone from the area, lol.

ed

Pulski
05-03-2009, 01:58 PM
Rt. 2 to NA FTW!! Love that road in any car.

GOT_AMR?
05-03-2009, 06:01 PM
just wait till your behind me when im running race mix with 118 Sunoco!!! mmmm soooo good!!! headed to the shop tomorrow!!! when i get it back def Rt. 2 to North Adams...stop at Jacks!!! good greasy food

vtbimmer
05-03-2009, 06:53 PM
im also on legacygt.com with the same screen name. i had an awsome time today(first show), and thanks RCKSTR for the headlight write up! also im still thinking about the trunk:banghead:
Well Im only a half hour away from greenfield up rte 112. You can take a drive up anytime or I can always go down there :)

did anyone take pics of the show? my camera was d e d :(
I did but I had my camera on the wrong setting untill the last few pics so they are a little blue. I'll resize and post anyway.