Marauderville-V

[Vortex]

Just wanted to start the first thread. Where/when?:party:

[Bigdogjim]

Somewhere in North America....................... ..:rofl:

[whoskal]

Vegas!!!!!

[FordNut]

Oh boy, here we go again! I expect this time to be just like the last one. Everybody wants it close to their region but the locals won't step up and work together to make it happen. I witnessed it last time, lots of people said Atlanta, but nobody could/would commit to working to make it happen. Ask the folks that have put it on in the past, it's a lot of work, takes a commitment from a lot of people to pull it off. One or two members won't get it done. And practically nobody is going to commit to it if it's not in a location that is local and convenient for them.

edit: Oh, many thanks to those who have stepped up to make them happen so far!

[Gre8one7]

How about somewhere in central area? So people on the west coast dont have to drive 3000 miles. Maybe Dallas?

[DeadVic]

Vegas, baby!

[MaLo03]

Canada?:)
Just A Thought

[JVJ]

The Moon!!!!

[KillJoy]

Why not look and see where the MAJORITY of the Membership is located? If there are only 5 members on the West Coast.... it doesn't make much sense to have the meet there. It needs to be "near" the majority.

The Indiana / Illinois / Kentucky corner is kind of "Centrally Located".

KillJoy

[crouse]

cruzer suggested Dallas/Fort Worth Texas.

[Bluerauder]

Just wanted to start the first thread. Where/when?:party:

I thought that there was some early discussion about doubling MV V up with the Seymour Oktoberfest event. :dunno:

[ridinclean]

How bout the CAM guys host MV5?

[KillJoy]

I thought that there was some early discussion about doubling MV V up with the Seymour Oktoberfest event. :dunno:

Now THAT would be ONE HELLOVA GATHERING!!!!!

KillJoy

[KillJoy]

Also....

Wasn't there already a MV in TX?

KillJoy

[Bill Lalk]

Isn't there a Chicagoland club?

[fairlane347]

Here is my $.02, how about central USA. Maybe US66 in IL that is a nice track. :D Union Grove is near me but its not as nice of a track, but its all we have:(

[mrjones]

How about combining it with another automotive event, where a lot of the work has already been done, and it it's location changes from day to day, to make if convenient for more people - like having MVV in conjunction with the Hot Rod PowerTour. In 2007 in starts in OH and ends in AR. There are track days along the way, hotels are already selected, meals are provided, etc.

http://www.hotrod.com/upcomingevents/hdrp_2007_power_tour/

http://www.mytrain.com/hrpt2007.html

[RCSignals]

Why not look and see where the MAJORITY of the Membership is located? If there are only 5 members on the West Coast.... it doesn't make much sense to have the meet there. It needs to be "near" the majority.

The Indiana / Illinois / Kentucky corner is kind of "Centrally Located".

KillJoy

The Majority doesn't want to see new places?

[RCSignals]

whoskal[/LEFT];444885]Vegas!!!!!


Vegas would be interesting. Maybe
Winnemucca?

[Peter]

St Thomas where the Marauder was made :)

[KillJoy]

The Majority doesn't want to see new places?


Yes....but not where one has alredy been had :D

KillJoy

[Dennis Reinhart]

How about Seymour Indiana

[jimlam56]

MVV could be in Atlanta the weekend before or after the Heavy Car Shootout.
That seems to be the second most popular MM gathering, along with Woodward.
I think the Carolina folks and the GA folks ought to get together to make it happen!
I'll be glad to help any way I can.

[Cobra25]

HOW ABOUT "THE BIG APPLE NEW YORK". Maybe hold it in Long Island.

[John Nero]

MVV could be in Atlanta the weekend before or after the Heavy Car Shootout.
That seems to be the second most popular MM gathering, along with Woodward.
I think the Carolina folks and the GA folks ought to get together to make it happen!
I'll be glad to help any way I can.
i vote for this

[Blackened300a]

HOW ABOUT "THE BIG APPLE NEW YORK". Maybe hold it in Long Island.


YES! We could use either Englishtown Raceway or Atco in NJ which isnt too far from NY.
I believe our Member TheDealer has some connections with these places.

[RCSignals]

Yes....but not where one has alredy been had :D

KillJoy


Ok, list where you've been had and we won't include those places :D

[KillJoy]

How about Seymour Indiana


Like I said earlier.....that would be one hellova get-together!!!!

It is "kind of" centered in the country......I guess. If booked soon enought, lodging wouldn't be an issue.

Are there any tracks nearby for those interested in making some 1320 runs?

KillJoy

[jimlam56]

Like I said earlier.....that would be one hellova get-together!!!!

It is "kind of" centered in the country......I guess. If booked soon enought, lodging wouldn't be an issue.

Are there any tracks nearby for those interested in making some 1320 runs?

KillJoy


That sounds good too.


But somebody has to take charge.

In our case TJA was the man.
He had a group of associates that were assigned certain responibilities for the event.
Everything went smoothly at MVIV because of this.

[Daily 03]

St. Louis would be a good place. Gateway is there and has a good Drag Strip and Road Course. Also large parking lot for Car Show. Lots of lodging just East of Gateway on I-70.
Centrally located in the US.

My .02 Dale

[DEFYANT]

HOW ABOUT "THE BIG APPLE NEW YORK". Maybe hold it in Long Island.


:hmmm:

"Marauders in Times Square"

Dam! Thats got to be good enough for a local meet at least.

CAM for MV5? Interesting. But I really like the idea of running MV5 around an event already in progress. Off the top of my head, I am not sure we get any events in this area that would be worthy.

Something like Sebring. We've drag raced and drag raced and drag raced some more. Lets get a road course thing going.

[BUCKWHEAT]

St. Louis International Raceway has a really good drag strip. What would be neat is if we could get some speed runs on the oval course and use the (not quite so good) road course. Close to the gambling casinos and downtown St. Louis clubs & hotels. Don't even think of going to the txxtie bars also close at hand. And, of course, could make it in conjunction with the world champion St. Louis Cardinals. One drawback, only two of us here to put it on. We would need some help.

[Pat]

My #1 son lives in near by burbs.

Let's see MV I was in the Dallas/Ft.Worth area, MV II was in Indy, MV III in Detroit, MV IV in Orlando.

Two MV's above the Mason Dixon Line and two below. How about Missouri, KC or St Louis?

[teamrope]

Vegas!!!!!

X 2!!!:stupid:

[chrish]

Just wanted to start the first thread. Where/when?:party:

north olmsted..............

[AstroVic]

So far, it seems the following options have the most likely chance. In no particular order:

1. St. Louis, MO
2. Kansas City, KS/MO
3. Las Vegas, NV

I'd be up for any of the above. I definitely plan on attending next year!

Also, I'm willing to help in whatever way I can, subject to my scheduling limitations of work/family/law school/etc.

I also vote for a road course, if possible! :)

[Fourth Horseman]

X 2!!!:stupid:

X 3!!!!

:lol:

I know we west coasters are in the minority, but come on, MV IV was in Florida. Can't we find something at least a little more central so we can all attend? Doesn't need to be Vegas. Something mid-west would be fine. That's my $0.02.

[Bill Lalk]

Fourth Horseman, A Marauder AND a Mustang GT!! I hate you.

[Gre8one7]

Chicagoland has their nice dragway, and its right by the nascar track...hint hint... thing is it would have to be earlier in the year, november is a little cold.

[Ryans PI]

X 4 for Vegas!! I'd go...even if I don't have a rauder by then.

[teamrope]

X 4!! I'd go...even if I don't have a rauder by then.

You'll have the donuts removed by then I hope :lol:

[Ryans PI]

I'll put some fresher ones in by then :P

[Blue03]

X 3!!!!

:lol:

I know we west coasters are in the minority, but come on, MV IV was in Florida. Can't we find something at least a little more central so we can all attend? Doesn't need to be Vegas. Something mid-west would be fine. That's my $0.02.

X 5 !!!!!

If not LV Maybe KC or Reno.

KC is pretty central. Seattle would still be the longest haul (except for AK or HI) at about 1900 mi. Others miles would be Boston-1450mi, Montreal-1400, SLC- 1100mi, Cape Coral-1375mi, LA-1700mi, Houston-800mi, Atlanta-800mi, Detroit-800mi, Chicago-500mi, etc.

Even if in LV it would be 1300mi from Seattle and summer would be toasty.

[RCSignals]

X 5 !!!!!

If not LV Maybe KC or Reno.

KC is pretty central. Seattle would still be the longest haul (except for AK or HI) at about 1900 mi. Others miles would be Boston-1450mi, Montreal-1400, SLC- 1100mi, Cape Coral-1375mi, LA-1700mi, Houston-800mi, Atlanta-800mi, Detroit-800mi, Chicago-500mi, etc.

Even if in LV it would be 1300mi from Seattle and summer would be toasty.


I think its actually at least about

X6

for LV

[AstroVic]

Okay, I'll go X7 for Las Vegas.

Planning wouldn't be too terribly difficult (in comparison to other MV's), especially since it's so easy to book hotels and activities there.

[KillJoy]

At 2000+ ( 3 days, 6hrs+) Miles from Me to Las Vegas, I can safely say I would not attend. I would use up ALL of my vacation, and over half of it just going to and from!!!

KillJoy

PS - Yes...I know I could fly....but then I wouldn't have my MARAUDER for MARAUDERville!!!

[glassman99]

If the Atlanta and the Carolina groups could get together, we have Year One, twisties in mountains nearby, Helen, Atlanta dragway (home of the SSHS), Road Atlanta for a road course, Lanier raceway (oval, where the Impala boys run once a year), Panoz factory and tour, outlet mall (shopping), all within a short distance.

[fastblackmerc]

Guys... all the locations sound good... but you have to remember that pulling MMx off involves some 4+ dedicated people to do all the leg work, preparation, etc. Just ask the MMIV organizers. We can post to this thread a million times with where, what & when, but if a group doesn't step up then it's all just a pipe dream.

Just my $0.02....

[Hack Goby]

http://www.sturgis-rally.com/I know it`s a biker`s town but what about Sturgis S.D.They are used to dealing with large amount`s of people,going to the website there are alot of nice places to stay and there`s plenty to do.(Im not sure if theres a dragstrip around).Im sure they have had car shows before so I think it be a nice central location.As far as who would do the leg work that be a tuff choice.Just a thought.

[DEFYANT]

LV sounds nice. But do we have anyone out there to make it happen?

Atlanta sounds like a good idea.

I suggest we start putting proposals together.

Yo, Admin - whats the proceedure for MV5?

[Ken]

At 2000+ ( 3 days, 6hrs+) Miles from Me to Las Vegas, I can safely say I would not attend. I would use up ALL of my vacation, and over half of it just going to and from!!!

KillJoy

PS - Yes...I know I could fly....but then I wouldn't have my MARAUDER for MARAUDERville!!!
You wouldn't be the first to fly in for an event. How about if I drive it out for you and I'll pick you up from the airport with it.:D :D :D

Anyone else need a ride???:D

Ken

[Vortex]

Do we have any members in Nashville, Memphis, Branson or maybe Louisville? St. Louis or Kansas City would be fine with me and all these places are relatively central (to the majority of the owners I see here). It would be nice so that most everybody only had a one day drive to get there.

[LILALLEYKATT]

I vote for Road Atlanta...and Commerce...I checked on Renting Barbers Racetrack {The nicest track in the US} and its 30K per weekend...

[KillJoy]

its 30K per weekend


:eek: :eek: :eek:

:depress:


KillJoy

[DeadVic]

I've never been able to attend a MV due to either schedule or distance. I'd really like to go to one before, god forbid, it wilts or dies.

If we do Vegas, could it be during SEMA? Surely the Vendors would like that. Double bang for the travel buck. And, I'm sure we can figure a way to get everyone into SEMA to see the greatest show on earth.

I'm in Phoenix (moved from Houston this summer) and am willing to make a trip or two up to Vegas to press flesh and grease wheels to get things in place. It's six hours by car each way (altho I'd probably fly for the setup trip(s)) but I'm willing to make the investment. I will require help from others making phone calls, etc. I can only invest 30-40 hours in this over the next year for planning (sans trips).

Only catch would be for those with kids. SEMA is Tuesday October 30-Friday November 2, 2007 (you'll miss Halloween). We can just hang out all week and have our MM fun that weekend (3rd and 4th).

[MarauderTJA]

MVV could be in Atlanta the weekend before or after the Heavy Car Shootout.
That seems to be the second most popular MM gathering, along with Woodward.
I think the Carolina folks and the GA folks ought to get together to make it happen!
I'll be glad to help any way I can.

What he said^^^^ is good. I also like the idea of Virginia or Maryland - How about it you CAM GUYS?

[MarauderTJA]

I think its actually at least about

X6

for LV

For the middle of the country my vote would be St Louis!

[Blackened300a]

Basically if MV V is held in Vegas, Cant make it. Ill gladly take a road trip for this one but anything over 24hrs of driving is going to make things very rough for us North East Members.

[mr.continental]

HOW ABOUT "THE BIG APPLE NEW YORK". Maybe hold it in Long Island.

Better yet, lets have it a Scores.:up:

[RCSignals]

For the middle of the country my vote would be St Louis!

Prior to every MV planning this comes up about holding the event in the middle of the country.

Just where is the exact middle/centre of the US?
On a map St Louis doesn't appear to be it?

[CRUZTAKER]

Vegas!!!!!


Vegas, baby!


X 2!!!


X 3!!!!


X 4 for Vegas!!


X 5 !!!!!


Okay, I'll go X7 for Las Vegas.


LV sounds nice. But do we have anyone out there to make it happen?

Vegas? That would require someone actually in Vegas to arrange it. :baaa:
I recall someone once trying to make a Vegas MM local gathering and being completely ignored.
We'd have to work on that social issue.:P

Flamesuit on...:nono:

[CRUZTAKER]

#1 Atlanta

#2 St. Louis

[SID210SA]

I like the Idea of KC Mo. Branson is not to far....lots of fun for the family there

[Mrsteamrope]

At 2000+ ( 3 days, 6hrs+) Miles from Me to Las Vegas, I can safely say I would not attend. I would use up ALL of my vacation, and over half of it just going to and from!!!

KillJoy

PS - Yes...I know I could fly....but then I wouldn't have my MARAUDER for MARAUDERville!!!

If you flew I'm sure someone would toss you a set of keys every once in a while. :)

[nomad]

Prior to every MV planning this comes up about holding the event in the middle of the country.

Just where is the exact middle/centre of the US?
On a map St Louis doesn't appear to be it?

http://ludb.clui.org/ex/i/SD3127/

Looks like plenty of parking room!!

Lodging might be a problem.:rolleyes:

[Ryans PI]

If you flew I'm sure someone would toss you a set of keys every once in a while. :)

I'd like to get a those keys, too.:D

[KillJoy]

If you flew I'm sure someone would toss you a set of keys every once in a while. :)


If someone would let me drive THEIR MM the whole time I am there, like it were mine, I'd fly :D

KillJoy

[Cobra25]

I Like what This Guy Said!
HOW ABOUT "THE BIG APPLE NEW YORK". Maybe hold it in Long Island.

[SergntMac]

Isn't there a Chicagoland club?No.

Something like Sebring. We've drag raced and drag raced and drag raced some more. Lets get a road course thing going.We have, since MV-II.

Seems drag racing draws more interest among us, road course doesn't seem to fit well when you count heads. Much to harsh a style of racing for most garage queens and MMs built with a specific dual purpose in mind.

I am officially out of the race game now, but I am still open to exploring road racing one more time, thanks Charlie.

Y'all...Still too early for any "voting" on stuff gents, but keep your sentiments flowing?

[Bigdogjim]

Park the cars and let do a cruise:fish:

[MM03MOK]

Park the cars and let do a cruise:fish:
Can we get tricycles and race around the promenade deck? :D

[DEFYANT]

What is the proceedure for MV5? Who pics what? Last year MV proposals went to Logan. Do they go to the MM.Net owners? Do we the members vote?

[DEFYANT]

Can we get tricycles and race around the promenade deck? :D

THAT - would be ugly. :banned: (Am I allowed to use this smiley?)

[KillJoy]

You wouldn't be the first to fly in for an event. How about if I drive it out for you and I'll pick you up from the airport with it.:D :D :D

Anyone else need a ride???:D

Ken

You wanna drive my car Ken.....anytime! Just ask for the keys ;) BUT....you gotta floor it at least ONCE :D

KillJoy

[Bigdogjim]

THAT - would be ugly. :banned: (Am I allowed to use this smiley?)

Charlie some poeple would pay good money to see me on a tricycle:laugh:

[1stMerc]

Food for thought
For informational purposes here is a list of some of the tracks in and around St. Louis. What kind of a radius (miles wise ) would the majority be willing to travel to various events. My car has yet to go down the 1320, so i can't attest to the condition of these tracks. Gateway is relatively new so should still be in great shape. Wentzville is afair distance, but not as far as Gainesville was. Was only on the roadrace course there when i belonged to WERA but that was many moons ago.
If St. Louis is the designated place i would prefer it in the fall when the temps are more like that in Florida for MV IV. Also we have a major highway renevation scheduled to start in the spring here on one of our major highways and lasting a couple of years.

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[1stMerc]

I like the Idea of KC Mo. Branson is not to far....lots of fun for the family there

We have Branson, Silver Dollar City, Six Flags, A bunch of Casinos, The Arch, Forest Park, Bass Pro Shops, I think we really have any strips like in Kissimmee or Vegas but everything is pretty accessible.

[Blue03]

Before this gets too cold...I'm curious... Does anyone know how many MM's (not Owners without their MM) attended MVI, MVII, MVIII or MVIV??? Thanks!

[jabird56]

Right now I am up for any place that is decided. My only request is that MV-5 is NOT held the last week of July, so that I can attend this coming year.

[Fourth Horseman]

For what it's worth, I'd be up for St. Louis. Especially if we could time it so that the Cards will be home that week. I'd love to catch a game in their new ballpark.

[AstroVic]

For what it's worth, I'd be up for St. Louis. Especially if we could time it so that the Cards will be home that week. I'd love to catch a game in their new ballpark.

Now, that's a great idea!

I'm a huge Astros fan (obviously by my nick), but I have huge respect for the Cards and I would love to go to a ballgame there!

St. Louis would be very cool indeed. Plus, it probably suits the majority of people the best.

[RR|Suki]

+1 to anywhere with a road course

[LILALLEYKATT]

+2.......................

[lwblumjr]

Hi all,

I'm all for Atlanta, GA or even Nashville, TN. (Nashville would be about the same distance I drove to get to MVIV and I never left the state.) Of course, Birmingham, AL would be good for access to Talladega! (Hint, hint LilAlleyKat) But, of course, we need to find some members in these areas to step up and make it happen. (We could have it in Pensacola but I'm the only one that would step up around here. That and I've already driven my Marauder around Five Flags Speedway and we only have a couple of eighth mile tracks in this area.) Come on folks, lets make this happen! (And make it happen in a place I could probably make. St Louis is about a 14 hour drive for me and a little far.)

[Cobra25]

Before this gets too cold...I'm curious... Does anyone know how many MM's (not Owners without their MM) attended MVI, MVII, MVIII or MVIV??? Thanks! MVIV had approx 60 Marauders.

[MERCMAN]

MVII had @80

[Bigdogjim]

MV-I had 63.

[SergntMac]

Just a reminder...Back in the planning of MV-II, we learned that setting up road course driving is problematic. We had access to Putnam Park near Indy, but they have safety rules and requirements just like the NHRA has for drag racing. Only a few of us raised their hands, and it was quite expensive to rent the track, and likewise expensive for members to comply with track rules. We later came to abandon it as a feature of MV-II.

[RR|Suki]

Just a reminder...Back in the planning of MV-II, we learned that setting up road course driving is problematic. We had access to Putnam Park near Indy, but they have safety rules and requirements just like the NHRA has for drag racing. Only a few of us raised their hands, and it was quite expensive to rent the track, and likewise expensive for members to comply with track rules. We later came to abandon it as a feature of MV-II.

What were some of the rules? At the road courses up here you have to pass an inspection, and have a helmet.

[Hack Goby]

Before this gets too cold...I'm curious... Does anyone know how many MM's (not Owners without their MM) attended MVI, MVII, MVIII or MVIV??? Thanks!
MVIII Had 80 something as we had a few People show up the day of the event and we still made room for them.If MVV is east of the mississippi I won`t be going.I haven`t driven out west since the 70`s.Maybe I`ll just go to Sturgis by myself.

[merc]

What about combining it with a Fun Ford Weekend event ? Car show, racing, awards, and test-n-tune.

3rd Annual Heartland FFW Nationals
Heartland Park Raceway
TBD

[SergntMac]

What were some of the rules? At the road courses up here you have to pass an inspection, and have a helmet.Well, I suppose you could throw up some cones in a parking lot somewhere and let 'er rip, A.J., but maybe you should do a poll first? See how many folks are really interested in this?

It requires some investments, and a lot a wear-and-tear on the car itself. We found that to be a major negative back then.

Google SCCA rules, see what you find? The helmet rule has been updated to a new Snell level, I think they added a fire suit, insurance and harness thingy, same stuff as NHRA most likely.

Plus, getting favorable track time in the heat of the SCCA season, the tracks are dominated by the lofty semi-pro owners who enjoy a very expensive hobby on a regular basis.

For MV-II, we had something going for a short while with a local SCCA club, until they decided they didn't want to share track time with newbies and novices.

You're better served by measuring the MM.Net interests first.

[Smokie]

I hope the following is somewhat helpful:

Maraudervilles take place exactly where a small group of dedicated people stand up and say WE ARE GOING TO DO IT.

The membership can vote about where the ideal place is, and unless someone in that area stands up and says WE ARE GOING TO DO IT...nothing happens.

MV4 happened in Florida because a small group of men led by Tom aka MarauderTJA made it happen, there was NO competition of proposals, Logan said yes to Florida because no one else said WE WILL DO IT.

Whomever decides to take the reins for MV5 just stand up and say so, surround yourself with a small group of people you trust and are willing to work.

Myself and I am sure all other members of the Sunshine State Marauders MV4 planning committee will be more than happy to help with advise with the logistics, DO"S & DONT'S of the next event.

Keep this in mind, no matter how hard you try; someone will always complaint about something. You will not please everybody, people will choose not to come. Your primary goal is to make sure you work your ass off so the one's that do come are made to feel WELCOME and you do your best to make their stay a pleasant one.

[RR|Suki]

Well, I suppose you could throw up some cones in a parking lot somewhere and let 'er rip, A.J., but maybe you should do a poll first? See how many folks are really interested in this?

It requires some investments, and a lot a wear-and-tear on the car itself. We found that to be a major negative back then.

Google SCCA rules, see what you find? The helmet rule has been updated to a new Snell level, I think they added a fire suit, insurance and harness thingy, same stuff as NHRA most likely.

Plus, getting favorable track time in the heat of the SCCA season, the tracks are dominated by the lofty semi-pro owners who enjoy a very expensive hobby on a regular basis.

For MV-II, we had something going for a short while with a local SCCA club, until they decided they didn't want to share track time with newbies and novices.

You're better served by measuring the MM.Net interests first.

I was just wondering what the rules were at that track, not really even in relation to the MV thing, I was just curious. The tracks I have been on open track days were alot different, they had seperate runs for different classes of drivers. Being an open track day, there was no issue with other clubs. The fee is nominal as well. Some tracks I have found have open days quite often, and the snell requirement is at the tracks I have been to aswell, but of my 5 motorcycle helmets I can't think of one that isn't snell approved.
So I was just curious about what other tracks do.

[Vortex]

I know there is a major Ford event in Tulsa in late summer, any info on that? Tulsa is fairly central too.

[MI2QWK4U]

Something else to consider, the 4th annual Marauders Cruising Woodward at the Dream Cruise will happen next year. Our club has the planning down pat for large events over several days full of events appealing to a wide spectrum of personal tastes. We have the experience planning such events, and this would be no big sweat. If there is interest, we could wrap a Marauderville into the Dream Cruise again. There are plans in the works that could make this larger than MVIII if they come to fruition. Like I said, the main event around the Dream Cruise will happen, how big it is is up to us. Personally I would like to see 90 Marauders at the Marauders Cruisin Woodward '07. Just a thought.

[RR|Suki]

Something else to consider, the 4th annual Marauders Cruising Woodward at the Dream Cruise will happen next year. Our club has the planning down pat for large events over several days full of events appealing to a wide spectrum of personal tastes. We have the experience planning such events, and this would be no big sweat. If there is interest, we could wrap a Marauderville into the Dream Cruise again. There are plans in the works that could make this larger than MVIII if they come to fruition. Like I said, the main event around the Dream Cruise will happen, how big it is is up to us. Personally I would like to see 90 Marauders at the Marauders Cruisin Woodward '07. Just a thought.

Hopefully my car is working this time :mad2:

[FastMerc]

Vegas? That would require someone actually in Vegas to arrange it. :baaa:
I recall someone once trying to make a Vegas MM local gathering and being completely ignored.
We'd have to work on that social issue.:P

Flamesuit on...:nono: So true so true .Flamesuit on as well. I was thinking the HOT ROD POWER TOUR for 07.Any one can join any where.After all our cars made there introduction there in 02.Hey just an idea.:D

[FastMerc]

I was thinking of the FunFord event at Norwalk Ohio,If the Buckeyes would rally to the interest.Just another idea.

[jimlam56]

As Smokie and I have stated in previous posts on this thread, wishin' and dreamin' for the ideal site for MVV is just that, until someone steps up and makes the commitment to lead the way.
I can only speak for myself, but I'm sure many other past organizers of MVs will be glad to help if asked.
But if anyone is thinking about a summer MV in northern climes, the time to start is NOW, so people can plan their vacations around the event.
If I recall correctly, we started planning for MVIV in March, 8 months before the event. And things were still hectic just before the event.

[Fourth Horseman]

Well so far the only person I've seen step forward and offer is MI2QWK4U. MV III was a lot of fun, and the Motor City Marauder crew were great hosts. I don't know about everybody else, but I would certainly enjoy another chance to see the dream cruise and I could probably afford to bring my car this time. Again, just my :twocents:

[FastMerc]

I have no problem stepping up to start the event,I would hope others would offer some help.I have ideas already in my head going.:D

[AzMarauder]

Well so far the only person I've seen step forward and offer is MI2QWK4U. MV III was a lot of fun, and the Motor City Marauder crew were great hosts. I don't know about everybody else, but I would certainly enjoy another chance to see the dream cruise and I could probably afford to bring my car this time. Again, just my :twocents:

I would be down for a MV V / DC again! I had a BLAST last time. Unfortunately driving from Arizona is probably not going to be possible. But I can always hang out with other MM owners !

[BUCKWHEAT]

I know there is a major Ford event in Tulsa in late summer, any info on that? Tulsa is fairly central too.

Vortex, in early/mid June the midwest region of SAAC (Shelby guys) holds an event in Tulsa. They have two days (Thurs & Fri) of open road track time at Hallett in Sand Springs, have the Tulsa Drag Strip all day Saturday and then a car show on Sunday AM. The drag strip has recently been redone. Hallett has some interesting topography, and (unlike Texas Motorsport Ranch) has some tire barriers that do a nasty on your car if you get into them. No idea on how to put on a show in Tulsa, however!

[AstroVic]

I, too, will help out as much as I can.

I cannot take a lead role, however, as my plate is already pretty full with work, family, and law school.

The more I think about it, St. Louis or Kansas City would get my vote.

[CRUZTAKER]

I.....Unfortunately driving from Arizona is probably not going to be possible.


What are ya.....gettin soft in your retirement?:D

[DEFYANT]

The title sums it up.

I know some would fly, but leaving the MM home for the national meet would really suck for me. After my last road trip south for SSHS6 and MV4, I figured I wouldn't want to drive further than Atlanta or about 10 hrs

This info will help anyone thinking of putting a plan together.

So whats your drive time limit?

[fastblackmerc]

Drive time of 10 -12 hours would be my limit.

[BAD MERC]

As far as mileage - I would go as far as North Georgia from South Florida.

[Bigdogjim]

No limit for me:)

[LILALLEYKATT]

No limit for me:)

+2..........................

[ghost03]

A reasonable distance, however next MV im going to trailor my car wherever it may be

[LILALLEYKATT]

Well so far the only person I've seen step forward and offer is MI2QWK4U. The Motor City Marauder crew were great hosts. I don't know about everybody else, but I would certainly enjoy another chance to see the dream cruise. Again, just my :twocents:


I agree 100%...The Motor City...I now volunteer my time to help in anyway I possibly can be of assistance....Just say when and I will be there!!

[SergntMac]

Two threads with converging interest have been merged.

Y'all please go back and vote in the poll, eh?

[MM03MOK]

Keep the ideas coming! We've been to great Maraudervilles in different parts of the country. Creating a dedicated team, whether localized or not, is the key to a successful event, regardless of where it's held.

If any group is willing to volunteer to create an event plan (location, time of year, drag strip, entertainment, sightseeing, etc.), we can take this to the next step. I'm sure anyone on any prior planning committee will gladly share advice and guidance. Marauderville V can count on the financial and logistical support of MM.Net.

Please email your event plan to MM.Net@MercuryMarauder.Net.

[teamrope]

How did I miss this.... The limit for me is 3 Days. MVIII was 3 full days and that was rough, Especially not having any convoy partners for 2 of those days.

[DEFYANT]

How did I miss this.... The limit for me is 3 Days. MVIII was 3 full days and that was rough, Especially not having any convoy partners for 2 of those days.

You didn't miss it. Mac merged a my new thread with an old one. I hope members who may be over this old umteen page thread come back to vote. :shake:

I suppose this will be the only thread pertaining to MV5.

[MM03MOK]

Just trying to consolidate the info, Charlie. As long as the thread has new posts, it will remain fresh and on top.

[MI2QWK4U]

Keep the ideas coming! We've been to great Maraudervilles in different parts of the country. Creating a dedicated team, whether localized or not, is the key to a successful event, regardless of where it's held.

If any group is willing to volunteer to create an event plan (location, time of year, drag strip, entertainment, sightseeing, etc.), we can take this to the next step. I'm sure anyone on any prior planning committee will gladly share advice and guidance. Marauderville V can count on the financial and logistical support of MM.Net.

Please email your event plan to MM.Net@MercuryMarauder.Net.


The event plan here is tried and true. Third weekend in August. Probably a Dyno/Hang out day at Alternative Auto Wednesday. FME night dragracing at Milan on Thursday. Friday open for an event during the morning and the BK lot at night. Saturday all day at BK for the big event on Woodward. Sunday moring breakfast and goodbyes. Any questions PM and I will do my best to answer.

[RCSignals]

Well so far the only person I've seen step forward and offer is MI2QWK4U. ................

actually, somone offered to help with one in LV. Just need more LV people to step forward as well

[ctrlraven]

I like the idea of it being in Long Island or MD/VA area.

[AstroVic]

Distance is no concern to me. I'll definitely be there, no matter where it's held.

(I would've been to MV IV, but I already had tickets for the NASCAR race in Ft. Worth the weekend before, and I really couldn't absorb two expensive weekends back-to-back.)

[RR|Suki]

+1 for the MV in detroit, already a car event going on in the form of the dream cruise. So it's just a mater of more people comming :D :D :D

[96DiamondVIII]

Despite having had the car for less than a week at this point, I'd be game. I take it this is a yearly event? I'd say a limit of 12-16 hours though...for me, basically anywhere on the east coast, central US would probably depend on where (places that have other interesting reasons to visit, like Detroit/Chicago, might raise the tolerance for what I'd be willing to drive...) West Coast would probably be a no-go.

my $.02...

[Blue03]

How did I miss this.... The limit for me is 3 Days. MVIII was 3 full days and that was rough, Especially not having any convoy partners for 2 of those days.

I would put my limit at about 2000Mi; 2 long days plus 1 reasonable day at best. It's kinda hard to imagine spending a week of vacation just coming and going not including any time for the MVV fun stuff.
I sure would like to see something closer but I realize the majority of the MM's are located in the Mid West, East Coast and South East. With MV's normally attended by 60 to 80 MM's, I can see LV would put a lot of high density locations around that 2000Mi distance or more and greatly reduce the attending number of MM's.
Sturgis would be great but what else would you be able to do once there. It appears that everyone except South Florida (2110mi) would be under the 2000Mi distance.
KC is still getting pretty far for me but really isn't that bad from all the high density areas. A little checking yielded the following approximate mileage; Houston-800, Chicago-500, Detroit-800, Boston-1450, Atlanta-800, Cape Coral-1375, Washington DC-1070, Seattle-1900, LA-1700 and Montreal-1400.
Now not to get into any battles about what "tastes great" or "is less filling", but maybe the FIT guys might take an interest as a sponsering vendor like their counterparts at MVIII and MVIV. Maybe with a more central location we could get over a 100 MM's attending. There are more than six of us out here in the west.:rolleyes:
Just some rambling and wishful thinking. I had a great time at MVIII but next time I want to bring my MM. It was great to meet everyone but it's just not the same in a rental car.
Cheers!!!:)

[DefyantExWife]

A reasonable distance, however next MV im going to trailor my car wherever it may be

and bring more Benadryl ? :D


how did they do on the way home? Any better ? :puppy:

[Cobra25]

I still like the Long Island, New York idea but I'll say this much I'd like to see it in a State that hasn't hosted Marauderville before.

[MI2QWK4U]

I really think that everyone throwing out their personal idea of Marauderville heaven is rather pointless. Everyone could agree on a local, but if you dont have members on the ground in that local to set up and coordinate the enormas task, where we want to have it doesnt mean squat. I speak to you from experience that only a handfull of other folks that have set up and organized an event such as what we are talking about. You need to condense your "wish" list to locations that have people, more than one, willing to undertake it. You are going to end up with a 1000 post thread that acomplishes nothing.

[fastblackmerc]

I really think that everyone throwing out their personal idea of Marauderville heaven is rather pointless. Everyone could agree on a local, but if you dont have members on the ground in that local to set up and coordinate the enormas task, where we want to have it doesnt mean squat. I speak to you from experience that only a handfull of other folks that have set up and organized an event such as what we are talking about. You need to condense your "wish" list to locations that have people, more than one, willing to undertake it. You are going to end up with a 1000 post thread that acomplishes nothing.
Here, here.... :up:

[MM03MOK]

I really think that everyone throwing out their personal idea of Marauderville heaven is rather pointless. Everyone could agree on a local, but if you dont have members on the ground in that local to set up and coordinate the enormas task, where we want to have it doesnt mean squat. I speak to you from experience that only a handfull of other folks that have set up and organized an event such as what we are talking about. You need to condense your "wish" list to locations that have people, more than one, willing to undertake it. You are going to end up with a 1000 post thread that acomplishes nothing.
Dave, this is a brainstorming thread. This thread has already spurred interest and event plans are being discussed by regional groups behind the scenes. I'm sure your MVIII team, along with the MVIV team and other prior planners, are more than willing to share experiences, and I encourage folks to reach out and learn from those experiences. We've learned much from each event to benefit the following event.

[DefyantExWife]

On the Long Island idea, as a native Long Islander, we have to remember that hotel prices are quite steep anywhere and everywhere on LI, even the dumps. Like the Seralago being an average of 60-something bucks per room... aint happenin' on LI.

Especially if the event is in the summertime.

Just sayin.

[MI2QWK4U]

Dave, this is a brainstorming thread. This thread has already spurred interest and event plans are being discussed by regional groups behind the scenes. I'm sure your MVIII team, along with the MVIV team and other prior planners, are more than willing to share experiences, and I encourage folks to reach out and learn from those experiences. We've learned much from each event to benefit the following event.

Mary, I am aware that this is a brainstorming thread where opinions and desires are being brought forward. This is my opinion, just let me know its not welcome, or isnt allowed, and I will take my experience from planning one of the most complex Maraudervilles to date elsewhere. I am sure that there is a snowballs chance in hell that the "owners" will even consider bringing MV V to Woodward, but I felt compelled to be courteous and offer it to the membership because of the tons of positive feedback, and lack of any negative feedback from MVIII.

[MM03MOK]

Mary, I am aware that this is a brainstorming thread where opinions and desires are being brought forward. This is my opinion, just let me know its not welcome, or isnt allowed, and I will take my experience from planning one of the most complex Maraudervilles to date elsewhere. I am sure that there is a snowballs chance in hell that the "owners" will even consider bringing MV V to Woodward, but I felt compelled to be courteous and offer it to the membership because of the tons of positive feedback, and lack of any negative feedback from MVIII.
I appreciate your opinion, Dave, and you are correct, that a local team is most valuable in making an event a success.

The essence of this brainstorming is the spontaneous contribution of ideas on potential locations of MVV. I don't want anyone's ideas to be discouraged or considered "pointless." That's not what brainstorming is all about and that's the "point" I was making with my response to you. Let each plan submitted stand on its own merits, whether is a return to the DreamCruise, FFW at Ennis TX, ATL, Las Vegas, St. Louis, DC, etc. Your experience is certainly appreciated.

[gonzo50]

#1 Atlanta

#2 St. Louis

#3 Bristol, Tennesee:banana2:

[BK_GrandMarquis]

I like the idea of it coming to the NY area but LI doesn't really have anything there to do.

As for road racing or drag racing locations, there are at least a couple of each. For road racing there is Lime Rock in CT. and Poconos in PA. Drag strips are Island in North Jersey, Englishtown in Central Jersey and Atco in South Jersey.

For road racing, it would be better to piggy back off of another event, like a PDA day, to get lower rates. To rent the track is going to cost a lot of money. At a PDA event with EMRA or PDA, you pay about $250 for about 3-5 sessions of 15-30 minutes each, dependent on the organization you run with.

Links:
http://www.emraracing.org
http://www.pdadrivingschool.com/

Teching at one of these events is simple, just make sure nothing is going to fall off, nothing is leaking and the car is completely empy. Helmets as far as I know of, just needs to be a SA or M 2000. The new 2005 helmets just came out and they don't expect everyone to have them just yet. This is also just a performance driving school type event, not racing in the SCCA.

Autocross would be worse on the tires than road racing. Road racing is hard on your brakes. Trust me, I know. :) But it's all dependent on how hard you are going to push the car in either event. You can always go out there and run at your own pace. Although you shouldn't be driving 30mph on the straight at Poconos. ;)

I don't kow much about drag racing events but trying to rent the track for a day can be hard in the summer. I guess it will be expensive too but not as much as renting the track for road racing.

If people wanted to do both, NJ is pretty central to both sets of tracks and will probably be cheaper than NYC.

If people want to do a dyno day, that might be possible too. I know of a couple of places that might be able to do it, dependent on how many people are interested and what time of the racing season it is.

[Bob Mathis]

How about the fifth being back at Ennis where it begain. Do it with Fun Ford. Good people and it's right there at the track. Just an idea.

[chader]

Canada?:)
Just A Thought....or as close as you can get???

[Fourth Horseman]

How did I miss this.... The limit for me is 3 Days. MVIII was 3 full days and that was rough, Especially not having any convoy partners for 2 of those days.

Assuming I can get the vacation time this year (I think I can) you'd have me on your wing for 2 of the 3 days. :stupid:

[Fourth Horseman]

actually, somone offered to help with one in LV. Just need more LV people to step forward as well

I'm only a day away from LV, and would volunteer to come down a few days early to help in any capacity needed. Keep me in mind if the LV crew end up hosting.

[teamrope]

I'm only a day away from LV, and would volunteer to come down a few days early to help in any capacity needed. Keep me in mind if the LV crew end up hosting.

I have enough leave built up I could might be able to come down early to help out as well. (If it is Vegas.)

[AstroVic]

***bump***

[Tyrone Minto]

MVIV was a great time of the year for us Yankees to head south and enjoy some good weather and southern hospitality.
The SSM guys did a great job.
The track at Bradenton, FLA is really good if you wanted to modify last years event.
Personaly, I think Atlanta or Charlotte would be central and interesting and on the way to more southerly destinations for some of usn's.

[Vortex]

Did this die on the vine? I assume there was no consensus on a location, so Ill give this a bump. Im suggesting a place within a one day drive for the majority of members here and that would seem to be an area from St. Louis east to maybe Knoxville or thereabouts. Any comments? Maybe we need to set up a poll?