Carolina Marauders meeting?

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Hello all,

Just wanting to put out the idea of trying to set up a meet sometime next month. Location? Date? I know with summer just 'round the corner, we'll all be busy with other things, but would like to at least give this a shot.

So, to try and do this the good ol' American way, let's put it up to a vote.

Locations: Columbia, Charlotte, or other (known as a write-in...lol)

Dates: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Once we get those nailed down, we can go into further details, such as meeting spot, time, etc.

My votes for location: 1st choice--Myrtle Beach, 2nd--Columbia, 3rd--Charlotte

My votes for dates: 1st--11th, 2nd--25th, 3rd--4th (I will be in WI on 18th)

Just want to get the ball rolling; I know we won't get 100% match for everyone, but 99% is just as good!;)

The polls will close on 1 June 2011, so get your vote(s) in now!:beer:

[Marauderman]

Hello all,

Just wanting to put out the idea of trying to set up a meet sometime next month. Location? Date? I know with summer just 'round the corner, we'll all be busy with other things, but would like to at least give this a shot.

So, to try and do this the good ol' American way, let's put it up to a vote.

Locations: Columbia, Charlotte, or other (known as a write-in...lol)

Dates: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Once we get those nailed down, we can go into further details, such as meeting spot, time, etc.

My votes for location: 1st choice--Myrtle Beach, 2nd--Columbia, 3rd--Charlotte

My votes for dates: 1st--11th, 2nd--25th, 3rd--4th (I will be in WI on 18th)

Just want to get the ball rolling; I know we won't get 100% match for everyone, but 99% is just as good!;)

The polls will close on 1 June 2011, so get your vote(s) in now!:beer:


Presently the 25th is good and location in Columbia is good for a change---its a nice drive down and back in one day--

[Blk Mamba]

My wife and I work every Sat., & Sun. (Those are the only days we work though), so we wouldn't be able to make this meet, unless we took vacation, and we already have the 6th, & 7th of Aug.

[slickster]

I'll check to see what's going on for Those dates in Columbia. But for now on top of my head im Sure everyone knows shealy's BBQ world famous is about under an hr out of Columbia. There's a nice out door mall with a cigar shop. And a sports bar with pool tables

[youngrauderlvr]

Look for some local shows going on around there!

[slickster]

Here's this www.centerpointesc.com/2011carshow

[bugsyc]

I second the vote for Myrtle Beach...Lot's of great spots to meet..Any date will work for a retired gent like me.:)

[slickster]

Or one of these.http://www.carshowfinder.org/states/south_carolina-car-shows.htm?header=no

[SC Cheesehead]

Or one of these.http://www.carshowfinder.org/states/south_carolina-car-shows.htm?header=no


http://www.carshowfinder.org/events/dickey-s-bbq_2971.htm

If you guys wanna do a pool party and car show at my place in July, Dickey's BBQ is about 3 miles from my place.

[slickster]

Yea I was looking at that

[IwantmyMMnow!]

http://www.carshowfinder.org/events/dickey-s-bbq_2971.htm

If you guys wanna do a pool party and car show at my place in July, Dickey's BBQ is about 3 miles from my place.

Sounds great to me! Ironic that we may have July's meet locked up before next months' meet...

Only a few votes so far, but consensus has us meeting on June 25th in Columbia. Please tune in to the 11 o'clock news hour for further updates...

[slickster]

Sounds great to me! Ironic that we may have July's meet locked up before next months' meet...

Only a few votes so far, but consensus has us meeting on June 25th in Columbia. Please tune in to the 11 o'clock news hour for further updates...

Only a few votes so far, but consensus has us meeting on June 25th in Columbia. Please tune in to the 11 o'clock news hour for further updates... I don't understand

[youngrauderlvr]

Only a few votes so far, but consensus has us meeting on June 25th in Columbia. Please tune in to the 11 o'clock news hour for further updates... I don't understand
He means that looks like the next meeting time according to the majority of us. The 11 o clock news thing is a joke.

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Only a few votes so far, but consensus has us meeting on June 25th in Columbia. Please tune in to the 11 o'clock news hour for further updates... I don't understand


There's been just a handful of replies about meeting in June, and most of them are pointing towards the 25th in Columbia...I know I just put this out yesterday, so I may be a little too eager. Just excited about getting together again...the BOC was the 'icebreaker' for us; now we can really let loose the next time we meet. :banana:

What can I say? I'm bored and got nothing else to do at the moment...

For those of you that were at the BOC and didn't catch it, I'm a sarcastic, funny, smart-ass...some people like, some don't. I was once called a 'sarcastic SOB' by my boss when I was in Korea...don't mind being given that moniker....and I know it rubs some people the wrong way...not intentional; it's my way of dealing with new people until I get to know them better.:puke:

[youngrauderlvr]

We know! :P I am the kind to end up that way after I know people well enough. The reason I haven't voted is b/c I never know if I am able to attend something like this until the time is closer. SOOOOO when ya'll pick a date and time I can tell you if I can be there or not later.

[Marauderman]

There's been just a handful of replies about meeting in June, and most of them are pointing towards the 25th in Columbia...I know I just put this out yesterday, so I may be a little too eager. Just excited about getting together again...the BOC was the 'icebreaker' for us; now we can really let loose the next time we meet. :banana:

What can I say? I'm bored and got nothing else to do at the moment...

For those of you that were at the BOC and didn't catch it, I'm a sarcastic, funny, smart-ass...some people like, some don't. I was once called a 'sarcastic SOB' by my boss when I was in Korea...don't mind being given that moniker....and I know it rubs some people the wrong way...not intentional; it's my way of dealing with new people until I get to know them better.:puke:

Funny--I didn't see you like that kinda person......mabe cause I turned off my hearing or your mumblimng was too low to hear-----:lol:-BTW--Take care of my MM --ya hear!!


We know! :P I am the kind to end up that way after I know people well enough. The reason I haven't voted is b/c I never know if I am able to attend something like this until the time is closer. SOOOOO when ya'll pick a date and time I can tell you if I can be there or not later.

Thats the way we all are--I don't know either for teh 25th but for now it looks good--could be in the same situation as you too .....so for now --just say what it is..........we all understand------

[bugsyc]

MYRTLE BEACH:beer:

[bugsyc]

July 4th.Murrells Inlet...Huge fireworks display over the inlet...Patriotic music accompiantment..great turn out..great family fun for all...lots of antique and custom cars and choppers...there are about 20 bars and restaurants in a row....firework show is comparable to NYC macy fireworks....before fireworks which usually starts at 10pm there is a boat parade..We go every year and love it.you will too....Come early in the day and have a pool party at my house..all are invited..:beer:

[IwantmyMMnow!]

July 4th.Murrells Inlet...Huge fireworks display over the inlet...Patriotic music accompiantment..great turn out..great family fun for all...lots of antique and custom cars and choppers...there are about 20 bars and restaurants in a row....firework show is comparable to NYC macy fireworks....before fireworks which usually starts at 10pm there is a boat parade..We go every year and love it.you will too....Come early in the day and have a pool party at my house..all are invited..:beer:

Dayum! 2 pool parties in one month? I'm liking you guys more every day!

Marauderman, if I get orders to Australia, I can let you 'borrow' mine while I'm down under, mate.

[IwantmyMMnow!]

At Marauderman's suggestion, did the photobucket thing. I'm just gonna try one pic to make sure it works before I upload the rest. Please let me know if this worked...will just need 2 or 3 yays or nays to find out.

Thanks,

http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/IMAG0144.jpg

[fastblackmerc]

At Marauderman's suggestion, did the photobucket thing. I'm just gonna try one pic to make sure it works before I upload the rest. Please let me know if this worked...will just need 2 or 3 yays or nays to find out.

Thanks,

http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/IMAG0144.jpg

It worked!

[IwantmyMMnow!]

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Sittin' at Tread Quarters, waiting for new OEM BFGs (a week after I brought 'er home)

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At movie theater parking lot in Asheville; taking kids to see 'Rio'.

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In Asheville again, at mod shop my co-worker bought his '94 Impala from; he rode up with me, bought the car, and drove back to Charleston same day. He's now stationed at Ft. Carson, CO.

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This past weekend; took my kids on the Blue Ridge Parkway to one of my favorite spots: Craggy Gardens. I think a MM get together and cruise on the BRP in the fall would be awesome...beautiful cars and beautiful scenery!:beer:

[slickster]

July 4th.Murrells Inlet...Huge fireworks display over the inlet...Patriotic music accompiantment..great turn out..great family fun for all...lots of antique and custom cars and choppers...there are about 20 bars and restaurants in a row....firework show is comparable to NYC macy fireworks....before fireworks which usually starts at 10pm there is a boat parade..We go every year and love it.you will too....Come early in the day and have a pool party at my house..all are invited..:beer:

That sounds fun. But I won't be able to make that

[SC Cheesehead]

July 4th.Murrells Inlet...Huge fireworks display over the inlet...Patriotic music accompiantment..great turn out..great family fun for all...lots of antique and custom cars and choppers...there are about 20 bars and restaurants in a row....firework show is comparable to NYC macy fireworks....before fireworks which usually starts at 10pm there is a boat parade..We go every year and love it.you will too....Come early in the day and have a pool party at my house..all are invited..:beer:

I could see doing MB for the 4th.


http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/th_IMAG0142.jpg (http://s1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/?action=view&current=IMAG0142.jpg)

Sittin' at Tread Quarters, waiting for new OEM BFGs (a week after I brought 'er home)

http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/th_IMAG0164.jpg (http://s1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/?action=view&current=IMAG0164.jpg)

At movie theater parking lot in Asheville; taking kids to see 'Rio'.

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In Asheville again, at mod shop my co-worker bought his '94 Impala from; he rode up with me, bought the car, and drove back to Charleston same day. He's now stationed at Ft. Carson, CO.

http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/th_IMAG0204.jpg (http://s1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd457/sbmarauder/?action=view&current=IMAG0204.jpg)

This past weekend; took my kids on the Blue Ridge Parkway to one of my favorite spots: Craggy Gardens. I think a MM get together and cruise on the BRP in the fall would be awesome...beautiful cars and beautiful scenery!:beer:

We did that a couple years ago (actually, it was 2005 now that I think about it) and had great time. Did the cruise in the fall to take in all the colors, would enjoy doing that again.

[dakslim]

July 4th.Murrells Inlet...Huge fireworks display over the inlet...Patriotic music accompiantment..great turn out..great family fun for all...lots of antique and custom cars and choppers...there are about 20 bars and restaurants in a row....firework show is comparable to NYC macy fireworks....before fireworks which usually starts at 10pm there is a boat parade..We go every year and love it.you will too....Come early in the day and have a pool party at my house..all are invited..:beer:

I vote Myrtle Beach.:D

[SC Cheesehead]

I vote Myrtle Beach.:D

Come pick me up and drive me over, you got nothing better to do with your time anyway, you ol' Coot.

[dakslim]

Come pick me up and drive me over, you got nothing better to do with your time anyway, you ol' Coot.

Yeah, no! Too fur outta the way, T Rex!

[SC Cheesehead]

Yeah, no! Too fur outta the way, T Rex!
What, don't like driving your car ay distance?

You're getting soft... :geezer:

[dakslim]

What, don't like driving your car ay distance?

You're getting soft... :geezer:

You're the one with the SC...come pick me up.:beer: I'll even give you a beer. You have your choice of Coors Light, yuck, (I just keep that in stock for non beer drinkers) Shiner Bock or Corona with a lime.

[Marauderman]

Marauderman, if I get orders to Australia, I can let you 'borrow' mine while I'm down under, mate.

Thats a deal--.....will take real good care of her...make her a garage queen and only on sunny days get a breath of fresh air---yahoo!

[SC Cheesehead]

I vote Myrtle Beach.:D

Any thoughts on where to stay if we go down there? Getting rooms is gonna be tough, and EXPENSIVE!

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Thats a deal--.....will take real good care of her...make her a garage queen and only on sunny days get a breath of fresh air---yahoo!

I would prefer my MM be left with another MM owner vs sitting in a storage building. Can also have mods done on it by someone who understands what I want while I'm half a world away and in a different hemisphere. Feel free to make mods on your own dime as well! Just tell me what you are gonna do first...:eek:

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Any thoughts on where to stay if we go down there? Getting rooms is gonna be tough, and EXPENSIVE!

We could camp out at MB State Park...that's where me and my high school buddy stayed during our trips there after our sophomore and junior year; we 'upgraded' to a hotel (aka dive) called the Coral Reef when we gradiated...:puke:

[bugsyc]

I'm open for a carolina marauders meet anywhere..If y'all decide on Myrtle Beach on the 4th or any other time for that matter,I'll look around for places to stay overnight..They rent cottages down here that sleep like 15 people..I'll get prices...I have 1 2person tent and air mattress and a big back yard..small house though I could kick the kid out of her room and 1 couple could stay here,,preferably 1male and 1 female..I'm just sayin... ;)

[SC Cheesehead]

Momma tells me we have alternate plans for the 4th.

So much for that... :(

[slickster]

Yea I could do the 4th thing in mb but don't want to have 3 car loads of fam with me

[bugsyc]

If we go ahead for the 4th in Myrtle Beach, check Myrtle Beach Craigslist for rentals...condos etc... and if y'all want to meet somewhere else or another day that's good too. Let us know what y'all are thinking.....A regular monthly get together would be excellent...bugsy c:coolman:

[IwantmyMMnow!]

If we go ahead for the 4th in Myrtle Beach, check Myrtle Beach Craigslist for rentals...condos etc... and if y'all want to meet somewhere else or another day that's good too. Let us know what y'all are thinking.....A regular monthly get together would be excellent...bugsy c:coolman:

Looks like half are able to do this and half that and some this, that, and the other....so, whadayall (southern for what do you all) think about:

Have a get together in Columbia on 25 June. For those wanting to meet in MB and/or can't make Columbia, have an 'in-between' meet in MB on/around 4th of July. AND, for those that can't make either, meet on July 23rd for the cruise-in per Rex's suggestion.

All of these meets can be a during the day thing...those that want to make it an overnight stay can.

[bugsyc]

IWANTMYMM in Goose Creek,I like the way you think...Let's get something going.I'm in..Whatever the majority of the members want works for me...:banana2:

[SC Cheesehead]

IWANTMYMM in Goose Creek,I like the way you think...Let's get something going.I'm in..Whatever the majority of the members want works for me...:banana2:

Let's pick a venue for June 25th, and those that can make will come. I'm planning to, anything more than one car's gonna be a good time.

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Let's pick a venue for June 25th, and those that can make will come. I'm planning to, anything more than one car's gonna be a good time.

You wanna take a crack at setting up the venue for the 25th since you are a Columbian?
Love your coffee, by the way...:lol: :shake:


I'm thinking as long as there is good food, cold beer, cold beer, and cold beer, everyone will be happy...

[SC Cheesehead]

You wanna take a crack at setting up the venue for the 25th since you are a Columbian?
Love your coffee, by the way...:lol: :shake:

I'm not all that familiar with Columbia, would rather John pick a spot.


I'm thinking as long as there is good food, cold beer, cold beer, and cold beer, everyone will be happy...


I KNEW there was something else I liked about you.

First thing was the jersey. What's not to love about Reggie White? ;)

[slickster]

Well there is not any car shows for that date. The only thing I can offer is some good bbq and a nice sports bar with pool tables. Next door from the sports bar is a cigar shop other then that there's not much great to do what do you guys think

[youngrauderlvr]

OOOOHHHHH YAY a SPORTS bar and a CIGAR shop!!!! says the chick of the group. ;)

J/K guys im up for anything....ummmm....almost.

[SC Cheesehead]

Well there is not any car shows for that date. The only thing I can offer is some good bbq and a nice sports bar with pool tables. Next door from the sports bar is a cigar shop other then that there's not much great to do what do you guys think


OOOOHHHHH YAY a SPORTS bar and a CIGAR shop!!!! says the chick of the group. ;)

J/K guys im up for anything....ummmm....almost.

Food and beer, what's not to love? I'm with Wendi, I say let's go for it!

[Marauderman]

Columbia seems to be the best central lolcation for SC group ....so I'm in for the 25th there first and then we talk there about any next meet/s locations..

So a lunch in Columbia on the 25th.........now we need a place.......


slickster .do some more alternate looking for the group just to satisfy folks...please-thanks----then we lock in a place---its all good anyway----

[SC Cheesehead]

Columbia seems to be the best central lolcation for SC group ....so I'm in for the 25th there first and then we talk there about any next meet/s locations..

So a lunch in Columbia on the 25th.........now we need a place.......


slickster .do some more alternate looking for the group just to satisfy folks...please-thanks----then we lock in a place---its all good anyway----

I say we just get ourselves a case of beer and a cooler, go park out along "Malfunction Junction" and watch all the goofy azz drivers try to negotiate the exit/merge ramps. Cheap entertainment, and a load of laffs as well... ;)

No?

Okay, how 'bout the place slickster mentioned, that works for me.

[Marauderman]

I say we just get ourselves a case of beer and a cooler, go park out along "Malfunction Junction" and watch all the goofy azz drivers try to negotiate the exit/merge ramps. Cheap entertainment, and a load of laffs as well... ;)

No?

Okay, how 'bout the place slickster mentioned, that works for me.

.........as long has its no smoking around---food, beer--and MM friends---yahoo!

[slickster]

Well there is not any car shows for that date. The only thing I can offer is some good bbq and a nice sports bar with pool tables. Next door from the sports bar is a cigar shop other then that there's not much great to do what do you guys think or Vegas is a 6 hr flight :D

[SC Cheesehead]

Well there is not any car shows for that date. The only thing I can offer is some good bbq and a nice sports bar with pool tables. Next door from the sports bar is a cigar shop other then that there's not much great to do what do you guys think


BBQ and beer are two of the basic food groups, I vote "yes" for the above! :banana:

[IwantmyMMnow!]

I concur...BBQ and beer is good, followed by pool and beer, then cap it off with a nice cigar....and beer....while rockin' my Reggie White jersey and GBP SuperBowl Champions hat!!!

Don't need a car show...we will create our own!

Would we care to invite our GA brethern, or is it forbidden to invite 'outsiders'? lol...

[dakslim]

I say invite anyone in the club.:beer:

[SC Cheesehead]

I concur...BBQ and beer is good, followed by pool and beer, then cap it off with a nice cigar....and beer....while rockin' my Reggie White jersey and GBP SuperBowl Champions hat, and drinking a beer!!!

Don't need a car show...we will create our own!

Would we care to invite our GA brethern, or is it forbidden to invite 'outsiders'? lol...

Fixed it for you! :D

Heck yeah! If anybody from GA wants to come on over, that would be great. :up:

[slickster]

So where's Jim Russ Wendy and bugsy. I know Jim our new vendor is not gonna let down his fellow Carolina guys

[IwantmyMMnow!]

So where's Jim Russ Wendy and bugsy. I know Jim our new vendor is not gonna let down his fellow Carolina guys

Are you asking in reference to where they live, or why they aren't posting on this thread? If the former, Jim is in Cary, NC, Russ is in Monroe, NC, Wendy is in Anderson, SC (near mayor McCheese), and bugsy is in Myrtle Beach.

Haven't had a chance to touch my car this week due to work...damn military and it's freakin' exercises :mad2:...and will be seeing kids this weekend, so once again, everything is on hold for now...

I'm gonna try to meet Jim in Wilmington the weekend after next so he can fix my o-rings and LCM. It's been crazy this past month...when I have the time to work on my MM, I don't got the money, and when I got the money, I don't got the time!:eek:

Just FYI...will be taking my 'summer vacation' from 14-24 June, so I probably won't be posting much during that time. I hope to be back to my brother's house in GA no later than 24th (if not back at my place by then) so I can make the meet on the 25th...

[SC Cheesehead]

Are you asking in reference to where they live, or why they aren't posting on this thread? If the former, Jim is in Cary, NC, Russ is in Monroe, NC, Wendy is in Anderson, SC (near mayor McCheese), and bugsy is in Myrtle Beach.

Haven't had a chance to touch my car this week due to work...damn military and it's freakin' exercises :mad2:...and will be seeing kids this weekend, so once again, everything is on hold for now...

I'm gonna try to meet Jim in Wilmington the weekend after next so he can fix my o-rings and LCM. It's been crazy this past month...when I have the time to work on my MM, I don't got the money, and when I got the money, I don't got the time!:eek:

Just FYI...will be taking my 'summer vacation' from 14-24 June, so I probably won't be posting much during that time. I hope to be back to my brother's house in GA no later than 24th (if not back at my place by then) so I can make the meet on the 25th...

Jim's work schedule is even more goofy than mine, so he may not be able to commit until the last minute. I know Russ has a real busy June planned, so he may already be booked.

Wendi and bugsy...? :dunno:

[Marauderman]

We're planning on coming to Columbia--BTW--whats the addy of the location---

[slickster]

We will meet at the bbq place (little pigs) 4927 alpine rd. Then the sports bar is 30min away. If you guys don't mind getting back home around 8:30 9o'clock then we can meet at the bbq place at 1pm

[bugsyc]

I'll be there...Being retired sort of frees me up to go where ever whenever....I still hope that some of the CAROLINA MARAUDERS and any others for that matter come to Myrtle Beach for the 4th of July festivities...We put on a great fireworks show not to mention(but I will) the 200+ bars and restaurants around here...Lots of live entertainment...A good time will be had by all.We can discuss in Columbia...See y'all there..:beer:

[Marauderman]

Now you know Cheese is drolling and all about this .........and when anyone of us get one........we finally go ahead and tell.........so out with it .......we all want to know about it: from your own words.......

"got a speeding ticket on the way but that's another story"


we're waiting............or are you waiting till Columbia to tell only those who show up...:lol:

[bugsyc]

Fastblackmerc,I haven't seen anything from you on this..Are you in???:confused:

[fastblackmerc]

Fastblackmerc,I haven't seen anything from you on this..Are you in???:confused:

Don't know yet.

[dakslim]

Now you know Cheese is drolling and all about this .........and when anyone of us get one........we finally go ahead and tell.........so out with it .......we all want to know about it: from your own words.......

"got a speeding ticket on the way but that's another story"


we're waiting............or are you waiting till Columbia to tell only those who show up...:lol:

So here I was, on my way to Jim's house, minding my own business, not going a mile over 110 mph...well, maybe not.:P Actually I was going through Sanford and a "countie mountie" pulled me over and said he clocked me at 60 in a 45 zone.:shake: Hard to believe as I was just stopped at a traffic light scant seconds before that. He was driving a Charger...should have just blown his doors off!;) $30.00 fine and $141.00 court costs.:mad2:Suggestions are welcomed.:help:

[SC Cheesehead]

So here I was, on my way to Jim's house, minding my own business, not going a mile over 110 mph...well, maybe not.:P Actually I was going through Sanford and a "countie mountie" pulled me over and said he clocked me at 60 in a 45 zone.:shake: Hard to believe as I was just stopped at a traffic light scant seconds before that. He was driving a Charger...should have just blown his doors off!;) $30.00 fine and $141.00 court costs.:mad2:Suggestions are welcomed.:help:

Try not to speed next time you go through Sanford...

[CBT]

So here I was, on my way to Jim's house, minding my own business, not going a mile over 110 mph...well, maybe not.:P Actually I was going through Sanford and a "countie mountie" pulled me over and said he clocked me at 60 in a 45 zone.:shake: Hard to believe as I was just stopped at a traffic light scant seconds before that. He was driving a Charger...should have just blown his doors off!;) $30.00 fine and $141.00 court costs.:mad2:Suggestions are welcomed.:help:

Go Navy :flag:

[slickster]

V1 radar. Laser jammers. I've been driving like a nut for 4years with the v1 and never had a prob

[Marauderman]

So here I was, on my way to Jim's house, minding my own business, not going a mile over 110 mph...well, maybe not.:P Actually I was going through Sanford and a "countie mountie" pulled me over and said he clocked me at 60 in a 45 zone.:shake: Hard to believe as I was just stopped at a traffic light scant seconds before that. He was driving a Charger...should have just blown his doors off!;) $30.00 fine and $141.00 court costs.:mad2:Suggestions are welcomed.:help:

Well at least you had the gumption to tell us after all :2thumbs:

Your right...it mucks when that happens.....my only suggestion is to go back to the spot where you left the light to where you where stopped and determine if what happen could have happen---

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Bugsyc,

Which day of the 4th of July weekend were you wanting for everyone to gather in MB? Just curious because I will be on 'stand-by' on the 4th, but can come up on the 3rd. I will be going to Asheville to see my kids on the 1st and 2nd...

[bugsyc]

I hope it goes without saying,y'all are welcome anytime...The fireworks display,which is definetly worth seeing,is on the 4th..About 10pm...I am originally from NYC and I have seen the Macy's 4th of July fireworks close and in person from my boat right up along side the statue of liberty.Having said that,the 4th here in Myrtle Beach is of course on a smaller scale but,very tastefully done...well worth seeing..Patriotic music accompionment and outdoor seating on the grass(bring your own favorite folding chair)....There are fireworks displays all up and down the beach and can be seen from my viewing spot on Murrells inlet,where there are about 20something bar/restaurants in a row...All of which feature live bands...This area is where bike week is held every year and no matter when you come down you will enjoy...If you can't make it on the 4th but,can on the 3rd,come on down anyway.We would love to see you...bugsy c

[bugsyc]

OK now fellow Marauders are we going to meet in Columbia this month???Where and when please, I and the wifey are anxious to attend...We can talk about July 4th then if anyone wants.....Goose Creek,come on up to Myrtle Beach anytime,you're only 1 1/2 hours away...Pool Party at my house???:)

[SC Cheesehead]

OK now fellow Marauders are we going to meet in Columbia this month???Where and when please, I and the wifey are anxious to attend...We can talk about July 4th then if anyone wants.....Goose Creek,come on up to Myrtle Beach anytime,you're only 1 1/2 hours away...Pool Party at my house???:)


I think we're set for the 25th, see post #58 for time and location of the BBQ place.

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Goose Creek,come on up to Myrtle Beach anytime,you're only 1 1/2 hours away...Pool Party at my house???:)

Funny....I drove through your neck of the woods today (twice) on my trip to Wilmington to meet Jim (fastblackmerc) to have him swap out my LCM and o-rings (two were completely shot). I kept my eyes peeled, but didn't see ya!;) If I had the time, I would've let you know I'd be in the neighborhood and maybe meet up somewhere, but needed to be back in my neck of the woods by 3. I did notice a lot of people were lookin' hard at my MM...I felt very similar to the day I became a father for the first time.

Jim is an all-around great guy. After he finished the work, we stood around and shot the breeze for about an hour. He's got an awesomely-customized MM. If anyone were to say anything bad about him, I'd be inclined to punch 'em in the face...not many people make me feel that way after just meeting them....including my ex!:lol:

I'm down for making a trip up to MB anytime...I liked what I saw on my way back; just gotta be careful....you know what they say: do 15 and get 20! :lol: You may regret your invitation!:rolleyes:

I'm leaving Tuesday for my almost 3,000 mile journey to WI and back, so I won't be posting that much (if at all), but I still plan on being in Columbia on the 25th. I'll re-read this thread to make sure, but I don't think a 'start time' has been designated yet....

[slickster]

Hi bugsyc I'm in mb right near big foot landing. But will be leaving late Sunday afternoon. Just wondering how far are you from here and what's cool to do

[Marauderman]

Funny....I drove through your neck of the woods today (twice) on my trip to Wilmington to meet Jim (fastblackmerc) to have him swap out my LCM and o-rings (two were completely shot). I kept my eyes peeled, but didn't see ya!;) If I had the time, I would've let you know I'd be in the neighborhood and maybe meet up somewhere, but needed to be back in my neck of the woods by 3. I did notice a lot of people were lookin' hard at my MM...I felt very similar to the day I became a father for the first time.

Jim is an all-around great guy. After he finished the work, we stood around and shot the breeze for about an hour. He's got an awesomely-customized MM. If anyone were to say anything bad about him, I'd be inclined to punch 'em in the face...not many people make me feel that way after just meeting them....including my ex!:lol:

I'm down for making a trip up to MB anytime...I liked what I saw on my way back; just gotta be careful....you know what they say: do 15 and get 20! :lol: You may regret your invitation!:rolleyes:

I'm leaving Tuesday for my almost 3,000 mile journey to WI and back, so I won't be posting that much (if at all), but I still plan on being in Columbia on the 25th. I'll re-read this thread to make sure, but I don't think a 'start time' has been designated yet....

as far as Jim goes ,, the line is long who appreciates him.. like me..:lol:
..so do I come a get the Silver beast for safe keeping while your gone????

[dakslim]

Going to Ct. on Thursday and don't think I'll be back before the 25th.:( Hope y'all have a great time.:) Drink a quaff of ale for me.:beer:

[youngrauderlvr]

We will try to make the meet,but like I said it will have to be a little closer to the date for us to confirm. Sorry I haven't been on here to reply, but my work schedule has been CRAZY!

[IwantmyMMnow!]

..so do I come a get the Silver beast for safe keeping while your gone????

Sorry, Tom...I'm using the silver beast (I need to nickname my car already, BTW) for my 3000 mile journey and I'm not going to Australia, so you're SOL...;)

I'm putting in my retirement paperwork tomorrow; retiring 1 Jan 2012. When I get back from WI, will begin the process to file for divorce. I'm tired of being in 'limbo' like I've been for the past 6 months, so I'm doing what's necessary to change that and do what is going to make ME happy. I can honestly say I did what I could (20 years in military; 10 years in marriage) in both situations to make others happy, but now it's time to make myself happy...and hold my head up high knowing I gave both everything I could.

Hey, maybe my nickname for my MM can be 'Silver Phoenix' since I'm rising from the ashes....

[bugsyc]

Hi bugsyc I'm in mb right near big foot landing. But will be leaving late Sunday afternoon. Just wondering how far are you from here and what's cool to do
I'm just seeing your post now..2pm sunday..If your still in town give me a call...843 2155902...I guess you mean Barefoot landing??? That's like North MB..I'm down south a bit in Socastee...If you're still up there eat at Gregg Norman's Australian grill.

[bugsyc]

Funny....I drove through your neck of the woods today (twice) on my trip to Wilmington to meet Jim (fastblackmerc) to have him swap out my LCM and o-rings (two were completely shot). I kept my eyes peeled, but didn't see ya!;) If I had the time, I would've let you know I'd be in the neighborhood and maybe meet up somewhere, but needed to be back in my neck of the woods by 3. I did notice a lot of people were lookin' hard at my MM...I felt very similar to the day I became a father for the first time.

Jim is an all-around great guy. After he finished the work, we stood around and shot the breeze for about an hour. He's got an awesomely-customized MM. If anyone were to say anything bad about him, I'd be inclined to punch 'em in the face...not many people make me feel that way after just meeting them....including my ex!:lol:

I'm down for making a trip up to MB anytime...I liked what I saw on my way back; just gotta be careful....you know what they say: do 15 and get 20! :lol: You may regret your invitation!:rolleyes:

I'm leaving Tuesday for my almost 3,000 mile journey to WI and back, so I won't be posting that much (if at all), but I still plan on being in Columbia on the 25th. I'll re-read this thread to make sure, but I don't think a 'start time' has been designated yet....
Next time give me a holla..I'd love to take a ride up and meet Jim...Don't ride thru MB without a shout out.OK 843 2155902..Talk to you in Columbia on the 25th... They were looking at you because they thought I painted my black to silver:burnout:Also,I'll be in Charleston on the 16th,got a 2pm appt. at the VA..Any chance of meeting up,maybe have lunch???

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Also,I'll be in Charleston on the 16th,got a 2pm appt. at the VA..Any chance of meeting up,maybe have lunch???

Ooohhh...sorry, I'll be on part 1 of my trip then. Let me know if you have any business here in the future though!

[slickster]

I'm just seeing your post now..2pm sunday..If your still in town give me a call...843 2155902...I guess you mean Barefoot landing??? That's like North MB..I'm down south a bit in Socastee...If you're still up there eat at Gregg Norman's Australian grill.

Bigfoot landing lmao. Yea I just got home I did not know I was going it was a spare of the moment thing. I went to joes crab shack that was good. Seen some tigers had a great beach view where I was staying.

[03mmmonroe]

Jim's work schedule is even more goofy than mine, so he may not be able to commit until the last minute. I know Russ has a real busy June planned, so he may already be booked.

Wendi and bugsy...? :dunno:

If the meet is on June 25th Duke has puppy class that my Wife Dana and I take him to I think it is from 9:00 To 10:00am. so I will see what I can do if I have a time of the meet. Russ.

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Will be on the road in an hour; will check in when I can while I'm on my trip. I plan on making the meet in Columbia...if something comes up to keep me from going, will try to let y'all know.

To the land of cheese, beer, and Super Bowl Champions I go!!!!:burnout:

[SC Cheesehead]

Will be on the road in an hour; will check in when I can while I'm on my trip. I plan on making the meet in Columbia...if something comes up to keep me from going, will try to let y'all know.

To the land of cheese, beer, and Super Bowl Champions I go!!!!:burnout:

http://www.wlra.us/wl/wlsixpak.jpg


And you're gonna come back here? :dunno: ----> :shake:

[Marauderman]

:bump::bump:




We will meet at the bbq place (little pigs) 4927 alpine rd. Then the sports bar is 30min away. If you guys don't mind getting back home around 8:30 9o'clock then we can meet at the bbq place at 1pm

[SC Cheesehead]

:bump::bump:

Things ain't looking good for this weekend, momma's got other plans... :(

[bugsyc]

Mornin all..It's getting close to that time...ROLL CALL for all who intend to make it up to Columbia this Sat. the 25th....refer to previous thread for time and location...And who is bringing the wife and/or girlfriend/boyfriend.... 1...bugsyc +wife

[bugsyc]

Sorry,meant post#85....can't figure out edit function

[CBT]

http://www.wlra.us/wl/wlsixpak.jpg



:drool: ........Mecca!!!!!!......

[bugsyc]

I hesitate but,Mecca Shmecka....Beer and Cheese available in Columbia SC...I hesitate because CBT is the KING of one liners....Let them rip Bud..

[SC Cheesehead]

:drool: ........Mecca!!!!!!......
Yup, and I've made the pilgrimage... :D

When we visited the brewery, they told us how many gallons of beer were contained in the six pack. The tour guide said that if anyone could drink the first six pack, they'd give him the second one, free.

I calculated that it would take a guy drinking a case of beer every day of the year for 48 years to do it.

Big challenge, but hey... :beer:

[Marauderman]

Mornin all..It's getting close to that time...ROLL CALL for all who intend to make it up to Columbia this Sat. the 25th....refer to previous thread for time and location...And who is bringing the wife and/or girlfriend/boyfriend.... 1...bugsyc +wife

Marauderman +Ms. MM

[SC Cheesehead]

Wish I could go... :alone:

[Marauderman]

Things ain't looking good for this weekend, momma's got other plans... :(


Wish I could go... :alone:

change her plans and go.....or let her go with her plans and you have your plans on down to Columbia-yeah , thats the ticket!!

[SC Cheesehead]

change her plans and go.....or let her go with her plans and you have your plans on down to Columbia-yeah , thats the ticket!!

I'll give you her phone number, YOU can call her and try to get her to change her plans (which include my participation, BTW)... :cool:

[slickster]

From the wise words of Rex. Ahh rat farts

[Marauderman]

"which include my participation, BTW"..................well you didn't say that earlier.......thus the tease ......so musta been in the plans a long time..........always great to have the Blue when we meet----enjoy ...we'll try and do the same :beer: in your behalf....

[SC Cheesehead]

"which include my participation, BTW"..................well you didn't say that earlier.......thus the tease ......so musta been in the plans a long time..........always great to have the Blue when we meet----enjoy ...we'll try and do the same :beer: in your behalf....

I'll make up for it next month at the pool party at my place. ;)

[Marauderman]

We will try to make the meet,but like I said it will have to be a little closer to the date for us to confirm. Sorry I haven't been on here to reply, but my work schedule has been CRAZY!

Is this close enough to let us know?

[Marauderman]

For those attending this Saturdays meet in Columbia you can see my door sills that Jim (fastblackmerc) is offering on his web site. Mine are in RED of course

[slickster]

I'm guessing brushed with red lettering

[fastblackmerc]

For those attending this Saturdays meet in Columbia you can see my door sills that Jim (fastblackmerc) is offering on his web site. Mine are in RED of course

Thanks Tom!

[bugsyc]

looks like 4?????whatever 2 Mercury Marauders make a meet....Cheesehead,,,July 4th Myrtle Beach,and any and all please attend..Great party..come early afternoon for pool party.:banana2::beer:;):eek::e ek::eek:

[SC Cheesehead]

looks like 4?????whatever 2 Mercury Marauders make a meet....Cheesehead,,,July 4th Myrtle Beach,and any and all please attend..Great party..come early afternoon for pool party.:banana2::beer:;):eek::e ek::eek:


Looks like I'm gonna be up near Nashville for July 4th.... :(

[bugsyc]

There doesn't seem to be much interest or people aren't able to make it to Columbia this Sat.. I only see myself and Mr and Mrs Marauderman....Maybe we will do it when more CAROLINA MARAUDERS are available:bigcry:

[SC Cheesehead]

There doesn't seem to be much interest or people aren't able to make it to Columbia this Sat.. I only see myself and Mr and Mrs Marauderman....Maybe we will do it when more CAROLINA MARAUDERS are available:bigcry:

slickter's gonna be there, isn't he? How about Russ?

[03mmmonroe]

slickter's gonna be there, isn't he? How about Russ?

I think due to Duke School from 12:00 to 1:00 pm we will have to pass this weekend. I just remember that my neighbor asks for my help to install a fuel pump and rear end in his F150 and that is extra funds so I can take the trips for fuel.

Let me know about the pool party so i can add to the calendar.

Russ & Dana.

[slickster]

Yea so it's 3 with me. I will call wendy tomorrow if she doesn't post and iwantmm said he will let us know. So 3 maybe 4 or 5. If you guys don't think 3 is any good then let's wait and see from others Friday night. But I'm down if anyone wants to come here. Funny how it went from 7 to 3 and there's also 3 or 4 others guys in the carolinas that think there accross the map

[Marauderman]

There doesn't seem to be much interest or people aren't able to make it to Columbia this Sat.. I only see myself and Mr and Mrs Marauderman....Maybe we will do it when more CAROLINA MARAUDERS are available:bigcry:

It is true...we need to re-focus-see below


I think due to Duke School from 12:00 to 1:00 pm we will have to pass this weekend. I just remember that my neighbor asks for my help to install a fuel pump and rear end in his F150 and that is extra funds so I can take the trips for fuel.

Let me know about the pool party so i can add to the calendar.


Russ & Dana.

.and that's another reason why^^^^^^^^ see below---



Yea so it's 3 with me. I will call wendy tomorrow if she doesn't post and iwantmm said he will let us know. So 3 maybe 4 or 5. If you guys don't think 3 is any good then let's wait and see from others Friday night. But I'm down if anyone wants to come here. Funny how it went from 7 to 3 and there's also 3 or 4 others guys in the carolinas that think there accross the map



Sorry to announce that me and M. M now cannot make it either---seems the recent storms will cause us to take our entire front yard of trees out and our back yard is a mess.....+ we need to remove and get the yard ready for the tree removal guy this coming week.....

So unfortunately , we all seem a bit tied up --BUT it started out good---that's why we stick with it next time....to see what goes--maybe at JIms place or a nearby park for a cook out there--or Chesee's place---we'll see....MB is a bit out for us at the moment..

[slickster]

Oh well. little pigs was gonna be my treat maybe next time

[IwantmyMMnow!]

about 30 mins ago; sorry to see the majority had other plans and last-minute issues pop up to keep them from going. I was on the fence myself, as I'm tired and just put 3,087 miles on my MM. I had a full days' worth of stories to entertain everyone with at the gathering. Here's a brief summary:

--Got some sort of weird 'eye disease' on the way up to Asheville to see my kids; was bad enough to where I had to stop at an urgent care center in Blue Ridge, GA on my way to my brother's house to get seen by a doc.

--Family reunion was going well until Monday; my brother and I had a HUGE falling-out, and I'm pissed at my sister and Dad as well. It was so bad that I seriously thought about leaving Monday night. Hate to say it, but I won't be doing ANY family gatherings; MY kids are my #1 priority right now and everything else is just passing the time until I get to see them again.

I won't be able to make MB because I will be on 'stand-by' on the 4th and can't be more than an hour away. Guess I'll start looking forward to Rex's pool party on the 23rd....

[bugsyc]

Hey there all you Carolinians,this try for a meet was a total bust.Oh well.Let's try again.I'm open to ideas,places,times etc....There's still going tobe fireworks in Myrtle Beach July 4th...Good health and happiness to y'all. bugsy c:coolman:

[IwantmyMMnow!]

...or three about S55 treatment...who's got it? How much did it cost? Who did it?

Gonna have a little extra money the second half of July, so trying to figure out what all I can try to get done with it. Gonna get windows tinted for sure...just trying to figure out what other things I can possibly get done to my MM while I have the money.

Thanks....

[slickster]

A body shop told be 75 if I remove sand and mask myself. I use night shade but did not come out the way it shows it does on utube. Spray paint with gloss might work but I know a paint and body shop whould look best

[fastblackmerc]

...or three about S55 treatment...who's got it? How much did it cost? Who did it?

Gonna have a little extra money the second half of July, so trying to figure out what all I can try to get done with it. Gonna get windows tinted for sure...just trying to figure out what other things I can possibly get done to my MM while I have the money.

Thanks....

You can do it yourself if you are a patient and a detail oriented person.

You need tape, paint - colored & clear coat and time.

I did mine and Marauderman's. Marauderman's came out better than mine.

Nightshades is not the S55 treatment.

[Marauderman]

...or three about S55 treatment...who's got it? How much did it cost? Who did it?

Gonna have a little extra money the second half of July, so trying to figure out what all I can try to get done with it. Gonna get windows tinted for sure...just trying to figure out what other things I can possibly get done to my MM while I have the money.

Thanks....

Go with 35% tint--is what is allowable in most states and likely not get you in trouble--I have it like most and its fine---

The S55 treatment is what Jim says below---and he did a great job ---


You can do it yourself if you are a patient and a detail oriented person.

You need tape, paint - colored & clear coat and time.

I did mine and Marauderman's. Marauderman's came out better than mine.

Nightshades is not the S55 treatment.

Jim is a very talented man and a great friend----if you have a whole day and good at persuasion you might try and sway Jim to help on yours---$$$$

[bugsyc]

Point of info, SC 27% is legal..I have it,never had a problem...However,I rarely leave the state.....S55 as already stated above by more competent guys than I, can be done by yourself....I used Krylon fusion black...I want to redo them with dupli color and clearcoat....There are a few step by step write ups on this site.Try search....BTW....Goose Creek,when are you coming up to MB? I'll be in Charleston all day on the 13th..PM me if you'd like to meet......

[IwantmyMMnow!]

Point of info, SC 27% is legal..I have it,never had a problem...However,I rarely leave the state.....S55 as already stated above by more competent guys than I, can be done by yourself....I used Krylon fusion black...I want to redo them with dupli color and clearcoat....There are a few step by step write ups on this site.Try search....BTW....Goose Creek,when are you coming up to MB? I'll be in Charleston all day on the 13th..PM me if you'd like to meet......

Thanks for all the help/info guys...anyone know what dupli color I need to look for if I go the DIY route? Trying to save $$$ where I can. I will eventually be moving back to NC (whether it's at the end of this year or next is TBD), so will go with tint that's legal for NC.

Bugsy: I might be interested in coming up that way the weekend of 9th/10th...depends if I don't already have something to do here. I have 'stand-by' on 10th, so it will be Saturday if I do.

The SB MM I saw on the road here shortly after I bought mine made another appearance yesterday on my way home from work. Couldn't get close enough to it to talk to the driver, though and I don't think he saw me, either.

Lastly, I seem to have a slow oil leak coming from the front area of the engine...about 6-8 drops of oil when it's hot. I put a piece of cardboard under my car last few nights to see how much oil is getting leaked.

[SC Cheesehead]

Thanks for all the help/info guys...anyone know what dupli color I need to look for if I go the DIY route? Trying to save $$$ where I can. I will eventually be moving back to NC (whether it's at the end of this year or next is TBD), so will go with tint that's legal for NC.

Bugsy: I might be interested in coming up that way the weekend of 9th/10th...depends if I don't already have something to do here. I have 'stand-by' on 10th, so it will be Saturday if I do.

The SB MM I saw on the road here shortly after I bought mine made another appearance yesterday on my way home from work. Couldn't get close enough to it to talk to the driver, though and I don't think he saw me, either.

Lastly, I seem to have a slow oil leak coming from the front area of the engine...about 6-8 drops of oil when it's hot. I put a piece of cardboard under my car last few nights to see how much oil is getting leaked.

Sounds terminal. Sell me your car for like, $8.00....

[IwantmyMMnow!]

BTW....Goose Creek,when are you coming up to MB? I'll be in Charleston all day on the 13th..PM me if you'd like to meet......

Bugsy...sooo sorry! I completely forgot you were going to be in my neck of the woods today! :eek: I feel like a jackazz for forgetting.

Lemme know when you'll be down here again, and remind me again the day before...:lol:

[bugsyc]

Bugsy...sooo sorry! I completely forgot you were going to be in my neck of the woods today! :eek: I feel like a jackazz for forgetting.

Lemme know when you'll be down here again, and remind me again the day before...:lol: No biggie.I spent ALL day at the VA.From 10am till 4pm..was in no mood tobe socialable...I do look foward to meeting you.I will let you know next time..Let me know as well when you're in MB.:beer:bugsy

[IwantmyMMnow!]

No biggie.I spent ALL day at the VA.From 10am till 4pm..was in no mood tobe socialable...I do look foward to meeting you.I will let you know next time..Let me know as well when you're in MB.:beer:bugsy

Yes...something I'll be looking forward to 6 months from now...actually 169 days and 10 hours from now...not that I'm counting....

Did find out some good news yesterday; I can file for unemployment after I retire, and because I'll be a full-time student, I won't be held accountable for 'actively' seeking employment. I can do this for 18 months....CHA-CHING!!!