ThirdGen Expo 2016!!!!!!!!!
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ThirdGen Expo 2016!!!!!!!!!
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02-19-2016, 04:42 PM
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This morning at Heidts. The red and blue 3rd gens already have they're new IRS installed.
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Hope to see you guys there!
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Have a out of town wedding that weekend, hope its a great time!!!
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02-22-2016, 12:11 PM
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That's a bummer Tony, you will be dearly missed "bird whisperer" LOL.
The Expo is getting all kinds of serious this year. Heidts hosted a hospitality stop on the HOTROD Power Tour last year, they know how to do events like this and they have been an incredible partner so far. They are 100% serious about this event, and about supporting the thirdgen platform, we have met with them, and are in daily communication with them at this point, and we couldn't ask for a more supportive group. Charlie and I are eager to release details as soon as they are ironed out, but based on the vendors we are talking to, high end 3rd gen show and race cars planning to attend, this is going to be THE biggest event for these cars in the nation. If you're a thirdgen guy, you can't miss this event.
The Expo is getting all kinds of serious this year. Heidts hosted a hospitality stop on the HOTROD Power Tour last year, they know how to do events like this and they have been an incredible partner so far. They are 100% serious about this event, and about supporting the thirdgen platform, we have met with them, and are in daily communication with them at this point, and we couldn't ask for a more supportive group. Charlie and I are eager to release details as soon as they are ironed out, but based on the vendors we are talking to, high end 3rd gen show and race cars planning to attend, this is going to be THE biggest event for these cars in the nation. If you're a thirdgen guy, you can't miss this event.
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YOU are killing me !!!!!!
02-22-2016, 01:02 PM
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Wish I could, 1st cuz and he works at google.
02-22-2016, 09:47 PM
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Been looking forward to this since i missed the last one. Will be a hell of a drive but all the more worth it!!
02-23-2016, 01:38 PM
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I'll be there... missed the last 2 thirdgen fests... just need to fix a fuel line leak and a noisy pilot bearing. It's almost 'maro weather. ..
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may be there,depending on weather, but good to see the event at Heidts this year.
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I'll be there with a freshly finished restomod pro street 83 z
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We might make the trip this year.
I have not even seen my car in over a year.... she has been taking a nap in storage.
I have not even seen my car in over a year.... she has been taking a nap in storage.
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Hope to se you guys there!
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Is Hawks going to be there or are they just sponsoring ?
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Update!
We've just received word that the Heidts SEMA Camaro will in fact be at Expo as well as one of the Hawks Camaros.
We've just received word that the Heidts SEMA Camaro will in fact be at Expo as well as one of the Hawks Camaros.
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We may have to do a long distance award! 
03-18-2016, 09:43 PM
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From the beginning Charlie and I have been striving to make this the MUST ATTEND event in the nation for thirdgen enthusiasts. We are working to get thirdgen specific vendors, a fantastic selection of cars and have more than just a show, but a place where fellow thirdgenners can meet, discuss the cars we love, make new friends, and maybe learn something in the process. With the vendors we currently have lined up, and the vendors we are hoping to get on-board, we are doing all we can to assemble an event worth traveling for. Hope to see you ALL there!
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Sounds like fun.
Does this event really wrap up at 2pm? 5 hours? It's an 11+ hour round-trip for this show from where I'm at.
Does this event really wrap up at 2pm? 5 hours? It's an 11+ hour round-trip for this show from where I'm at.
03-19-2016, 08:08 PM
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I haven't gotten formal confirmation from Heidts, but I highly doubt they will be kicking us out at 2pm sharp. Last year we had people hanging out and talking for a while after the event. I see no reason this year would be different.
03-27-2016, 07:57 AM
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This sounds like an awesome event. I'm excited to hear about heidts getting into 3rd gens as well. They make excellent products and am set on buying their products for my 69' fastback Mustang.
Won't make this year, maybe not next year but if this continues I will surely make the drive for this in the future. 17.5 hour drive, would be a nice cruise.
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Won't make this year, maybe not next year but if this continues I will surely make the drive for this in the future. 17.5 hour drive, would be a nice cruise.
-Jim
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This sounds like an awesome event. I'm excited to hear about heidts getting into 3rd gens as well. They make excellent products and am set on buying their products for my 69' fastback Mustang.
Won't make this year, maybe not next year but if this continues I will surely make the drive for this in the future. 17.5 hour drive, would be a nice cruise.
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Won't make this year, maybe not next year but if this continues I will surely make the drive for this in the future. 17.5 hour drive, would be a nice cruise.
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It will be interesting to see where this thing goes.
All I can tell you is that Jeremy and myself threw this this event together last year, at the last minute, in the alley behind Perry's shop - and still had 66 3rd gens show up.
This year, we have a far larger venue, far more organized, far more vendor support, and interest from folks all over the country. I've had folks from both coasts and everywhere in between tell me they are coming. I think it's going to be a great time.
Anyone else tired of going to a car show or cruise night and only seeing one or two 3rd gens? Yeah, me too !
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I might be there with my Firebird. 
Is the parking lot large enough to park my truck and trailer? I'll only have maybe a week or two of seat time in the car and I won't trust it yet for that long of a drive. It's gonna have to be hauled.
Is the parking lot large enough to park my truck and trailer? I'll only have maybe a week or two of seat time in the car and I won't trust it yet for that long of a drive. It's gonna have to be hauled.
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I know some of you had asked me about space for trailers, tow vehicles, etc... I just checked in with the folks at HEIDTS and we will have plenty of parking for your trailers and tow vehicles.
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Thanks for looking in to that.
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Looks like I'll be calling out of work in NJ to drive the IROC out for the weekend. Can't wait to see everyone's cars
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