If the event is open, I will be there. I think this will be number 16 out of 27 years! It is still up in the air if I will drive my DTR up, or ride in a friend's Ford--it is supposed to be his turn to drive this year. I hope to see many of my Marauder friends there! 2020 was a better show than I expected, I hope the 2021 turns the corner for car shows.
Regarding tips to first-timers:
==Gate & go is a great idea. You did remember to register in the Mercury Maruder.net class, right?
==Sunblock, hat, chairs, and rain gear. I think I can only remember 2 years I didn't get rained on, thankfully it usually doesn't last long.
==If you have an antique Ford and are shopping for parts, the gates are open Thursday, too. It is supposed to be vendor set up day, but that is when the best deals are made. Virtually no show cars on Thursday.
==Food on-site is the best event food I have ever seen, taste and selection. While pricey, the helpings are generous and you get your money's worth. Eat there, or bring a cooler / grill.
==Cool drinks, and hydrate! Most people are not used to being out in the June heat, even under the tent. If you are used to sitting in the air conditioning, drink an extra drink per day.
==if your health/age/inclination makes climbing Marauder Mountain a chore, hop on the red trolley that circulates through the show. It is a good idea to ride it for a full circuit, just to see what the whole show offers. That is especially useful if you want to do a cruise through the parts section to see what it is like, and you really aren't shopping for anything.
==after the show, there are some truly superb restaurants in the area. When I am in PA, I try not to eat at a familiar restaurant chain for lunch or dinner. It is part of the adventure!
See ya soon!
BossCougar / Michael M.
Update:
I have ordered our usual 20x20 tent and two eight-ft tables. If we get 25 cars registered, the tent will be free.
Mary
MOK
|Administrator, MM.Net | International Director of Membership|
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I don't brake for curves!
The eyes may be the doorway to the soul,
but the voice is the chariot to the heavens
Thank YOU Mary, tent is ALWAYS appreciated. We registered both cars, so looking forward to a better year at Carlisle -- hope to see lots of ya's there
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2004 DTR
Born 08/19/2003
Adopted 8/20/2011
#46 of a build of 3214
#39 of 980
SCT Xcal3 Mo's Speed Shop Tune
JLT CAI
Tinted Windows
SS Inserts
I will be there register the Marauder. Russ
Russ, Monroe NC.
I'm going for the weekend. Getting my car ready. Lots of work lol
Great!!!! Will see you there
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2004 DTR
Born 08/19/2003
Adopted 8/20/2011
#46 of a build of 3214
#39 of 980
SCT Xcal3 Mo's Speed Shop Tune
JLT CAI
Tinted Windows
SS Inserts
Where are they parking everyone this year?
looks like a few rows over from the top of the mountain--the side towards the main gate, not the cavalry road gate
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2004 DTR
Born 08/19/2003
Adopted 8/20/2011
#46 of a build of 3214
#39 of 980
SCT Xcal3 Mo's Speed Shop Tune
JLT CAI
Tinted Windows
SS Inserts
Is it possible to just come up for the day (Saturday) and be able to get a spot with you guys?
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Yes. Register your car for the show field and make sure you list Mercury Marauder.net as your car club. Parking at the site is first come first served. The more people registered, the more real estate assigned to Marauders. Great you can make it! MS. D
If you come for the day you will need to register at the little building at Gate 3. It's on the left as you enter.
Last edited by Mr. Man; 06-01-2021 at 07:28 PM.
In a few hours, I will be heading to carlisle. Just wondering who else will be getting there today?
2004 Silver Birch
Build Date 3/19/04
Adopted on 10/19/07
Seq#2102 of 3214
#681 of 997 SBs
#154 of 336 SBs with the moonroof
Thanks Brian
Member of The 100K Club 11/20/11
Options-
moonroof-heated seats-6-disc changer-trunk organizer-rear spoiler-mercury all weather mats
Mods-Extras-Bling-
Action Automotive-SS Inserts
Auto Meter 4327 Oil Pressure Gauge
Badgeless Grille(Thanks 03 Merc)
Big Mike's Performance-"Sto n Sho" License Plate Holder
Dead Pedal(Thanks lji372)
Curless's Pedal Gear Repair
Cruzer's-Arm Rest
EATC Ungrade(Thanks JACook)
Escape/Audiophile Radio Upgrade(Thanks shodude)
Ford Racing M-7195-AOD Aluminum Trans Pan
Innovative Interceptors-God's Head Valve Stem Covers
J-Mod Valve Body
K&N Performance Intake Kit{CAI}
LCM Upgrade(Thanks Fastblackmerc)
Marty-O Fender Badges, Tune & 4:10s
Panther Lights HID Headlights
Pro-gard Skid Plate
Rear Cooling Head Mod
Visteon Sirius Satellite Radio Setup(Thanks RoyLita)
Weather Tech-Side Window Deflectors
Maybe next year I will try to make the trip. Never been there.
2003 Marauder Purchased Feb. 2021 from original owner 62,000 miles
Cylinder Head Cooling Mod from Marty
K&N Cold Air Intake
SCT 4 with custom Tune
Stainless Works Cat Back exhaust with Magnaflow 10416 mufflers
4:10 gears with Cobra Carbon posi disc and Ford Girdle cover
Real Oil pressure gauge Autometer
Morimoto XB LED fog lights from Panther Lights
Headlight bulbs GTR Lighting Ultra 2.0 from Panther Lights
TCI Trans. Pan
Aeromotive 340 fuel pump
I’ll be there in the morning!!
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19 Marauders today at Carlisle.
10 - Black
5 - Silver Birch
3 - DTR
1 - Blue
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