F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. Instead of going off a thread from two years ago, lets get the G-15 thread started here. The dates are not yet posted but its ususally during the Memorial Day Weekend. It runs from Friday to Sunday, but there is a breakfast on Monday morning. As it is planned and posted lets keep the information in this thread. Same with discussions or plans. I would like to see a TGO section this year. So say we all? |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by tonys91rs
(Post 4771497)
Instead of going off a thread from two years ago, lets get the G-15 thread started here. The dates are not yet posted but its ususally during the Memorial Day Weekend. It runs from Friday to Sunday, but there is a breakfast on Monday morning. As it is planned and posted lets keep the information in this thread. Same with discussions or plans. I would like to see a TGO section this year. So say we all? |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I would love to come and see all the cars in person. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I live in ga not to far from atlanta so im definately there! Lets get that TGO section! |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I'll be there too, love to meet the cars also. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I've been going to this show since it was called the Camaro Street Nationals back in the 80's. It got boring back in the late 90's because it just started looking like a gm dealership with all new cars and not much older stuff to look at. It's still 4th gen heavy, but the 1st-3rd gens are starting to show up more. I've driven my car there the last 2 years but havent' entered it. No one is ever very interested in a V6 SC Camaro. Still like hanging out with everyone though. I'll be there this year again. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I wanna see as many 3rd gens as possible. Next year it'll probably be overrun with 4th and 5th gens, so let's try to get as many 3rd gens as possible. I'd love to see some nice cars and get some new ideas. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. man it's a daily battle for me here i have a tranny and pretty much full interior lined up to throw in there, i have access to a car trailer.... but no way to pull it lol... every time i get osmeone to agree they flake out on me... oh well i guess that's friends for you |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I've wanted to go out there because it's one of the only shows that actually has a V6 class. yeah, it's more than a little lame that somebody buys a new car and enters it in a car show... whatever dude.... |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. both times i went i had a good time. it has been 4th gen heavy, but i agree that ive seen more 3rd and 2nd gens coming. ill post up some pics from the both times i went in withi the next few days. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. i hate that i couldnt get off work at the last min for 14 ......... i need to put in my time NOW for 15 and be like o well im going to be off no matter what, to bad so sad i know i tried to get the TGO people together for 14, but i know it didnt work out, i say we need to light a fire under people to get one goin, and if you cant be in the TGO section maybe put "TGO" on a index card sittin on your dash to show your TGO membership |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by 58mark
(Post 4773228)
I've wanted to go out there because it's one of the only shows that actually has a V6 class. yeah, it's more than a little lame that somebody buys a new car and enters it in a car show... whatever dude.... |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. Thanks, looking forward to it. My car will be one of the nicest V6 cars in the country by the time I'm done with it, but it all depends on what the judges are looking for. If a 2011 V6 shows up and they are looking for a Factory fresh original car, I don't have a chance. Same goes for a trailer queen TTA. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by 58mark
(Post 4775347)
Thanks, looking forward to it. My car will be one of the nicest V6 cars in the country by the time I'm done with it, but it all depends on what the judges are looking for. If a 2011 V6 shows up and they are looking for a Factory fresh original car, I don't have a chance. Same goes for a trailer queen TTA. Take a look at the website. One of the tabs has the classifications in it. Your 89 V-6 will be compared with other V-6 cars of the same era. My 86 Trans AM competes in the stock 82-87 Firebird class. The class is pretty limited, because there are not that many original stock birds that age left in good shape. The only reason that my car has earned some wins is that no one has brough out one of those rare museum pieces with 500 miles on it. There are many thirdgens at the gathering that put my car to shame, however most of them are in the modified class, and have undergone some restoration work as well as mods. What the judges are instructed to look for is condition and cleanlness. Options and equipment count for nothing. If the car has no blemishes, then it is probably going to earn a win of some sort. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. thanks I saw there was a v 6 classification, but I didn't see that it was broken down by generation. that gives me hope. it's a long drive but I'm hoping to make it in 2012 |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. Who has any info on the gathering website? |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by 86WS6
(Post 4775353)
<fbodygathering.com> Take a look at the website. One of the tabs has the classifications in it. Your 89 V-6 will be compared with other V-6 cars of the same era. "You will have the option of showing your car in this combined class for V6 Fbodies. However if you prefer to show in one of the primary classes, you may. We will award the Top 6 cars." |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by 58mark
(Post 4775711)
this is what the website says.... you can see why I though it looks like I would judges against all other V6 camaros, regardless of age.. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I think you can enter in your year class with V8's. That might limit the number in your class. They further break down the year groups into stock mod and up classes. However any body cuts, including roll bars will put you in pro class. I found that out in G13, my first. It's all about the fun anyway! |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. As we see on this board countless times and places... many f-body owners look down on V6 cars... I'm not sure which is worse, going up against all years of V6, or competing against V8's. maybe they will break down v6's by year too... that would be nice |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. The reason other than looking at the Fbodygathering website that I figured the V6 class is all generations in a class of it's own is due to the lack of them showing up. The majority is V8's....so why should they split the 6's up? I honestly don't think they do. Your either against other V6's or the V8's Mark. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I guess the fairest thing is to go up against other cars of the same year, and hope the judges don't show an anti-V6 bias. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. The V8's in our year class have amazing cars. You really are better off being in the V6 class. You'll be up against 69' thru 2011 though. There were only 4th-5th gens this past year though(from what I remember.) |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I'll be there. I was headed there last year for G14 and the fuel pump on the truck that I was using to haul my car with quit about 2 hrs from home :( |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by CharcoalBird
(Post 4775869)
The reason other than looking at the Fbodygathering website that I figured the V6 class is all generations in a class of it's own is due to the lack of them showing up. The majority is V8's....so why should they split the 6's up? I honestly don't think they do. Your either against other V6's or the V8's Mark. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by 86WS6
(Post 4776169)
perfect V-6 car. It is not fair to compare a 1989 to a 2010. .. thanks for clarifying... the quoted part was my concern. I'm glad to hear you say that they are fair to v6 owners, and I'm looking forward to seeing how they clarify it on the website this year. who knows, I may make it out there this year to soak in the environment, and then that will inspire me to get busy on fixing up my car the way I want it for the next year. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. Sounds good Mark, Our first gathering was G13. I had shown my car at some local shows, and it had won nothing at all. It seems that when one is parked next to a pristine period correct 1956 Chevy vert on one side, a Model A on the other, and a perfect 57 T-Bird right behind, no matter how nice a thirdgen is or any F-body for that matter, it is not going to get much attention from that group. We went to G-13 just to see how different it would be to associate with only F-body people. Still I figured that thirdgens would still be snubbed. It was an eye opening experience. Not only were the thirdgens respected for their place in F-body history, but we are encouraged and cheered on. They don't make us feel like TURDGEN stepchildren. There are no V-6 stepchildren either. My car is not perfect. It is a 29K mile highly optioned original car, that has some wear and tear on it. It is not a musuem piece, but is a nice example. My wife and I were blown away when we got a first place win for our class at G-13. As far as the gathering, the car show is secondary. The gathering is the primary focus. Andy and Chad are the promoters/owners of the show. Their goal is to gather as many F-body folks as possible, have a great time, and enjoy the cars. You will never meet a friendlier nicer bunch of people! As for the first time that I judged, I asked some specific questions from Jim and Mike who are the ones in charge of judging. They make the final decisions related to how the classes are divided, and who wins what based on the volunteer judges' score sheets. If they are uncomfortable or in question about a score, they personally rejudge the car for themselves. Jim answered my questions with "I don't want anyone offended, and want everyone to get some pie on their face." It is a car show like no other. The first time you attend the Gathering, you will be hooked. For Betty and I it feels like the family reunion that we don't want to miss. Hope to see you there, and good luck on your restoration. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I can't wait, I can't wait!!!!! I am so not ready, but I will be. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I sent a PM to Chad and Andy over at the Gathering site, and asked them if it is possible for us to get a TGO section? For several years a few of us have grumbled about having a TGO section, however to my knowledge it has never happened. I was told last year that the reason is that many TGO members are also members of local clubs, and they park with their local clubs. If we want this to happen, we need to get the number of people who want to park together so we can make a formal request. We should also consider gatting a TGO banner. I have a 10 X 20 all white canopy that I can bring for us to use as TGO headquarters. Than everyone can bring some chairs and their own brand of liquid refreshment, and we can be the TURDGEN FORCE OF G-15:lmao:. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. im in for that. im bringing my canopy, chairs and cooler. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. i'll have a cooler and a few chairs |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I'll be there again to pick of my awards again hehehe.. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. mine is by no means a show car but i can't resist the birds man, i have the one from the hood of my car tatted on my back lol |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I believe they had a TGO area at G14 but no one was there till Saturday. I started to park up there but I've been in the same area, same room for both of the ones we've been to. Getting old, stuck in my ways. LOL |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. I wanted to add that the awards are only a small part of the weekend. The real treat is seeing the cars, meeting the owners, and getting ideas for your own car. Although it is nice to receive an award. G13 was my first gathering I went to, and won a v6 award(although 4th gen :P) I didn't have anything special just a 1998 Camaro with the clear coat peeling off the bumper :S but I guess we did a decent job of cleaning her up. I didn't enter the show expecting to win anything, but I wanted to be a part of it. Plus, the more participants, it really helps support the show. I'm sure there's a lot of time, effort, and money put in to make this happen, so it's always a good idea to support them. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by david068513
(Post 4777400)
I'll be there again to pick of my awards again hehehe.. I will be parked with the Z28.com crowd, sorry guys. I've got a lot of close friends from all over the country in that group, some of which have made road trips to my house in summers past for get togethers. I will definitely hang out with y'all but my car will be parked in the midst of 4th and 5th gens. :lol: |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by BlueZee28
(Post 4777819)
What class were you in? I will be parked with the Z28.com crowd, sorry guys. I've got a lot of close friends from all over the country in that group, some of which have made road trips to my house in summers past for get togethers. I will definitely hang out with y'all but my car will be parked in the midst of 4th and 5th gens. :lol: |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by david068513
(Post 4778088)
Modified camaro....if you show I am gonna lose...my car isn't that nice just didn't have much to compete with so my cars won first and second in class even though this kandy RS with IROC hood should have won....:driving: |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by BlueZee28
(Post 4778099)
That's cool. I'm going to have to check out the classes, I thought there was stock, modified, and super modified...I'm not sure which of the modified classes mine would fit into, but I'm excited to go this year. Don't give up the race before it starts, my car is photogenic, but I'm it's master and I know every single imperfection on the car. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. i s there a barely holding itsself together but running strong class? i'd win that lol, jk it ain't that bad, just needin some tlc but only so much to give on a low pay check lol |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. Hmm, hopefully my high rise spoiler mod doesn't count as a "body cut". I didn't cut the body of the car, I cut up the spoiler to make it fit, but that's it. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by BlueZee28
(Post 4778131)
Hmm, hopefully my high rise spoiler mod doesn't count as a "body cut". I didn't cut the body of the car, I cut up the spoiler to make it fit, but that's it. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by JimmyDavidson
(Post 4777607)
I wanted to add that the awards are only a small part of the weekend. The real treat is seeing the cars, meeting the owners, and getting ideas for your own car. Although it is nice to receive an award. G13 was my first gathering I went to, and won a v6 award(although 4th gen :P) I didn't have anything special just a 1998 Camaro with the clear coat peeling off the bumper :S but I guess we did a decent job of cleaning her up. I didn't enter the show expecting to win anything, but I wanted to be a part of it. Plus, the more participants, it really helps support the show. I'm sure there's a lot of time, effort, and money put in to make this happen, so it's always a good idea to support them. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. i went to 10 and 13. at 13 i brought the family along. my kids enjoyed themselves. my youngest daughter got up early and wanted to help polish up the car and get it ready for the show. show organizers there even made her he own participation identification card and gave her a goody bag. that was apreciated and she wore the entire time. they are also looking forward to going again. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. What does it cost to enter a car? |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. If remember correctly (brain is getting old) it costs $50.00 per car to enter the show. It's cheap entertainment:cool:! I spend more on diesel fuel for the F-350 to tow the TA down and back than on the entering the show:D. The regular price on the rooms at the Marriott generally go for $140.00 to $160.00 per night, however Andy negotiates a group discount every year with the hotel. The last two years the room charges have been $85.00 per night. The Gathering is held in the parking area of a wing of the hotel. That whole side of the building is all people attending the Gathering. Many of the rooms overlook the parking lot, so the show is right outside of your window:burnout:. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by 86WS6
(Post 4776169)
There is no bias. Anyway, as all who have attended before have said, the awards are just a small part of the entire "vacation." It's a fun and friendly environment with a lot going on, especially at night once the young ones have gone to bed. See you all there, i'll be parked with F-Body Inc. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga.
Originally Posted by tonys91rs
(Post 4778545)
i went to 10 and 13. at 13 i brought the family along. my kids enjoyed themselves. my youngest daughter got up early and wanted to help polish up the car and get it ready for the show. show organizers there even made her he own participation identification card and gave her a goody bag. that was apreciated and she wore the entire time. they are also looking forward to going again. |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. 2 Attachment(s) I finally got some pics set up. these are more to give you an idea how it looks in the parking lot. Attachment 400857 Attachment 400858 http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/d...NTA2009212.jpg |
Re: F-body Gathering G-15 Atlanta, Ga. 1 Attachment(s) some more pics. they were all taken at 13. Attachment 400856 http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/d...NTA2009201.jpg http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/d...NTA2009222.jpg |
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