LFN AT U

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Welcome to the newest board on Thirdgen. This board was set up to promote our annual thirdgen party, Thirdgen Fest '04 (Presented by Thirdgen Ranch). The party is held every Memorial Day weekend (last Saturday in May). This is our third year and it continues to get better every year. The party was basically a local event the first two years but we're promoting it nationally this year. The main reason for this was because of the lack of a centrally located national thirdgen event. Many people wanted to see the Thirdgen Nationals moved to a more central location in the country this year. However, it looks as if the event is going to stay on the east coast. Because of our location, I thought our party would make a perfect national event.

The party is located at my house which is about 40 minutes south of Chicago so we have a good central location in the country. I have over six and a half acres of land so I've got room for plenty of cars. Last years event drew about 50 cars and this year we're expecting 100 to 150. Here's what planned so far.

The party is on May 29th and starts at 11:00 am. The party is completely free with all food and drinks provided!!! Of course, they'll be plenty of cars to check out, music, bonfire, etc. The night will probably end with a cruise to one of the local cruise night spots. Also, I part out a LOT of thirdgens and have TONS of parts available so if you need parts I can help you with that as well. There's also the possibilty of a track day at Rt. 41 dragstrip the following day but that is still undecided.

Also, this is the first year that we are going to raffle of a car. I have a '91 B4C Camaro (police car) we are going to raffle off for $50 a ticket. So, one lucky person is going to get to go home with a very rare B4C Camaro. Not a bad way to end the day!!!

Of course, this is just the basic information and more will be posted soon. As the party gets closer we'll post directions as well as motel and campground information. There will also be a post to RSVP so we can get an idea of how many people to expect. Stay tuned to this board for more info. Thirdgen Fest '04 will be BIG!!!

KagA152

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sounds cool. hopefully ill be able to attend, but i think that might be the day of my graduation, but i hope not

jeff1367

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I will be there no matter what, and if it is anything like last year's party, it will be awesome! I met alot of cool people and had a blast!

Guest

I will be there again with my bird. i shoulod have the new motor done by then i hope if not i'm going to tow it there. Denny if you need any help setting up i'm more then willing to help

88blkiroc

Well, my IROC wont be pretty by then, but as long as I can fix a few minor problems she and I will be there. This sounds like its gona be fun...

rsscoty

Denny,
I wanted to come down last year but couldn't make it so I will be there this year for sure.

As my bud Tyler mentioned we're going to try and get a caravan from WI to cruise down.

Scoty

Oh yeah I will also bring my shopping list too

paccio

I would like to come. Do we just show up? The track event also sounds cool. Installed some recent mods would love to see what i can run. I live up in Algonquin, Il.any more info would be great.

xpndbl3

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paccio....look for more info as the time draws nearer to memorial day. it'll be in crete, il and parts will be everywhere i'm sure.

MetalliCamaroRS

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Yep, just show up. If you will be taking 294 South (or even if you're not but still want to join in), you can join our caravan we are organizing on the Northwest Indiana/South Chicago Suburbs board. We will be meeting at the corner of 95th Street and Ridgeland Avenue in Chicago Ridge in the Bennigan's Parking lot. Its about a mile and a hlaf off of 294. Then we will all cruise to Crete together. Check out the sticky in the NW IN/Chicago Burbs board for more info and to sign up.

1992rs/ss

I came last year. I am the kid with the red 92 rs in crete. actually you bought my old seats from me LFN AT U. well I will be coming this year too. Unfortunetly my car won't be as "cool" as I would like it to be by then. I have a nice aftermarket TPI setup to go on but since I get back from school only a week or two before then I won't have it swapped in yet.

xpndbl3

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nice looking car. wanna race?

Trans Am#5

I'll be there again and sportin' new paint....aaaaaaannnnnnnnnnddddddd huntin' for a certain TTA

gscz28

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new to the site, but i'm going to make it, sounds like a great time

2slowcamaro

Hi guys I am new. However this sounds great. I want to go and I live near cloumbus, In. About 60 minuets south of indianapolis. I will need directions. My car is a heep but this sounds fun. I will need to ge a full exhaust first and get my hood to stay on. It is fiberglass with a big scoop. I am using zuse fasteners to hold it down. If looks dont matter I will try to be there. The track sounds good to me. I am slow but it will be fun.

2slowcamaro

I tried to get a picture of my car on here but can't load picture it is to big sorry. You would have laughed any way.

Guest

oh please that damn TTA hasn't had jeremy's fat *** in it for years now LOL

LOL i'm just playing jeremy you have a nice ***.... i can't stop looking at it when ever i see you LOLOLOL

xpndbl3

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not that i have a problem with gays....but i hope you both aren't showing up sunday to my gathering......

all hail steve:hail: :hail: :hail:

Guest

LOLOLOL i'm just messing around.... i'm far form gay

Trans Am#5

I'm just messin' with him but he must be a little worried since I posted that soooo long ago and he never replied

xpndbl3

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i was pretty sure you guys weren't gay


and i think jeremy is definately scared that he hasn't replied to that post yet about some TTA racing

IROC-Cat

This is the same week end that the Great North Central Memorial Classic show in Arlington Heights. With the majority of Camaros going to this show will this have any effect on your show.

flrtin1

Regular car show vs. third gen meet......hmmmm....... not even close in my book and that’s not including the extra benefit of the caravan from Bennigan's

IROC-Cat

If we were talking about any other car show I would agree with you. This is not just a car show. It is by Worldwide Camaro Club is will probably be the largest Camaro show in this area after the Camaro Superfest. I attend a large number of shows every year with the primary factor being Camaros. I have been to the Super Chevy Shows in Memphis, Joliet, and Indianapolis. I have been to the Camaros at Carlisle show and the Camaro Superfest show. I believe I was even at a local show with you. It would have been a couple years ago in Taylorville, IL. If that was when, I have about a half dozen pictures of your car. It is really sharp.
Rob

flrtin1

Thanks! Ya that was me I was down there with Jeff he had that blue pro street 85 TA. Didn’t mean to sound sarcastic, just for the last couple of years we have been trying to go to more shows that involve some kind of cruising vs. sitting all the time like Jacksonville, Streator, Woodward (*** I miss Duquoin) plus this sounds like a good time. Been looking at your web site for awhile was going to give you guys a yell and find out about stuff going on around Springfield and try to make it down there!

Edit: I tried to find info online about the "Great North Central Memorial Classic show in Arlington Heights" and can't come up with anything, also the link to "Worldwide Camaro Club" is dead do you have a link?

irocman7

So far I have three definite cars coming from Kansas City, however I posted a topic on one of the local boards who has become very popular. I will keep you posted as more cars join in.

IROC-Cat

Yeah,try the web address below. I will also include a registration form for the show with the items I wrote you an email about. Have you tried the Camaro Superfest in Ann Arbor. If you do not like sitting you will love part of this show. Check the address for their site also.
Rob

www.worldwidecamaro.com
www.superfest.com

LFN AT U

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I'm not too worried about other shows. I really think more thirdgen will show up for my party. This year's party is going to be big but I'm really using it to prepare for Thridgen Fest '05. Next year's party will be HUGE!!! I think it's only a matter of time until Thirdgen Fest is THE must attend event for 82-92 Camaros and Firebirds.

TFM4th

Y not just have it a couple of days after or before the other show, so the people going to that show can go to yer party a day after or whatever.

EDIT: nevermind.. just realized the Weekend part of the idea

jstfrkiks

this is just the sort of thing i have been looking for - count me in

Car pic removed- killing those on 56K.

Thirdgen86TA

I will probably make it. Its my bday that day and what a better way to celebrate.

azvolfan

I am giving serious consideration to coming out all the way from Phoenix.

If I fly in, ya never know I may just drive off with a 91 B4C.

It could happen!!!!

azvolfan

But I would love to bring my '92 RS. I have a buddy in Lockport I could visit at the same time.

Bill

LFN AT U

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That sounds like a pretty good plan to me. Just make sure you only buy a one way ticket. The B4C would be a VERY nice way to get home.

azvolfan

Dennis,

I work for an airline. I don't buy tickets. I fly for free!

BadAzzGTA89

I will be there!!

chopper

You can count on me being there too. I'm gonna go out to Des Moines on June 12th for the midwest fbody gathering out there as well. Anybody else from north central Illinois or anywhere else on the way wanna hook up and all go together?

FruityOne

Chopper I'm registered and set to go to the Midwest meet too. Hailing from the South west suburbs of Chicago.

MetalliCamaroRS

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This is the Third Gen Fest board, keep it Third Gen Fest related

The Mid West F-Body Gathering board has threads set up for caravans, check those out.

standard7452

Can I get directions--hopefully by then I will have my third gen...it sux..i have the money, just can't find one I want to buy...

LFN AT U

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I'll be setting up a post with directions and final information a week or two before the party.

ricktaylor

didnt know you was so close, Im in bradley, just a tad south, xpndlbl3 is by you also, I've a 84z h.o. just finnished drive train, hopefully I can attend and hopefully with a factory origional colored paint job to boot, never the less I'll bring it painted or not, the camaro's are what its all about, right!

xpndbl3

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sounds good.....i have a 84 too. that's the best year, but now mine looks like a 85-90 body style. only 5 different shades of black on the car right now too

FastBack

i'm in. i'm about 45 min north of milwaukee, but i am willing to sacrifice a lil gas money for the trip, sounds pretty awesome. yeah i am gonna need directions too. thanks for keepin this going

intruder

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i plan on being there, i live in mt vernon il going up 57 where would be a good place to meet up

FastBack

as far as i know there is a caravan set up to meet at ryan rd. at the mcdonalds. i'm not for sure, can anyone verify this? i'm comming down from just south of sheboygan on 43.

srdynamics1

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I would like to attend.

LFN AT U- Sounds like a killer time/learning experience.
I also want parts from you.

I am in northeast IL.
Whos caravan should I roll with? Maybe I should just watch for the wisc caravan from the onramp and chase em down.

MetalliCamaroRS

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If you will be taking 294 S, you are welcome to join our caravan. We are meeting at 11 AM at the Bennigans parking lot at the corner of 95th and Ridgeland (about a mile or so east of 294). Check the sticky in the NW Indiana/South Chicago Suburbs board for more info and to sign up if interested

CamaroPimp

I live in Arizona...so I cant make it but I wish I could...Hold one on the west coast!! ...Pheonix arizon sounds good...Only ! hour and a half away

Have Fun Dudes!!:lala:

Matt

CamaroPimp

Ya!!!! Power to arizona!!! We need to seriously have one out here in az..Some tight spots to cruise in pheonix ...I have a friend that could fly me out there but i just found out about this and...its 4 days away..my friend is a pilot and would fly me for free...Peace out yall...Schedule one in Pheonix...AZVOLFAN...you help me and no one else will...we can host one here ..we just need a pad to crash in place to hold a meet ..And eaither friday or saturdays are import vs. domestic nights at firebird raceway ..that would be fun!