I was thinking of trying to get a plant tour of the Romeo Engine Plant early next summer.You know thats where they have the 8 mechanics that hand build the niche engines for the Shelbys,Cobras and Lightning vehicles.I would like to go there with my Shelby and get photos with the 2 mechanics that built my engine.It is located about an hour north of Detroit,Mi.I was shooting for early June but open for suggestions.It is awhile off but if anyone is interested in going maybe we could all go together in a pack.That would be soo cool.Anyways any comments,suggestions or concerns should be directed in this thread.Let me know if you are seriously interested................07...................... ...

I was thinking of trying to get a plant tour of the Romeo Engine Plant early next summer.You know thats where they have the 8 mechanics that hand build the niche engines for the Shelbys,Cobras and Lightning vehicles.I would like to go there with my Shelby and get photos with the 2 mechanics that built my engine.It is located about an hour north of Detroit,Mi.I was shooting for early June but open for suggestions.It is awhile off but if anyone is interested in going maybe we could all go together in a pack.That would be soo cool.Anyways any comments,suggestions or concerns should be directed in this thread.Let me know if you are seriously interested................07...................... ...

I'm in.

bj

Im in

I'm in.

bj

Any day of the week?Any month?Just looking for opinions!Maybe on a Friday for the out of towners?

Any day of the week?Any month?Just looking for opinions!Maybe on a Friday for the out of towners?

A Friday would be convenient for me. Yahoo says it is 812 miles from Ladson to Temperance (12 1/2 hours). I can do that in a day, or at least I used to be able to!

A Friday would be convenient for me. Yahoo says it is 812 miles from Ladson to Temperance (12 1/2 hours). I can do that in a day, or at least I used to be able to!

You really think our boney old asses will handle that? :eek:

Friday works for me.

bj

...Yahoo says it is 812 miles from Ladson to Temperance (12 1/2 hours). I can do that in a day, or at least I used to be able to!

12 1/2 hours? :eek: Let's see... in an '07 Shelby... hmmmm.... :rolleyes: you could probably make that trip in about 6 hours even with a few pit stops. :D
Am I stirring up trouble?

Awesome idea- definitely in!

07 - awesome idea. Friday works best for me. It was so cool to see the signitures of the mechanics who built my engine when I opened up my hood.

Aldy

Making the assumption that I will have my 07 Shelby by then, I am in.
Bill

Sounds like a great time, but I'm not sure I'm up for a 12-hour drive across the great plains. Even in a Shelby, that's going to be a brutal drive. Then again, I'll have to wait 'til I get my Shelby. My mind may change.

I was thinking of trying to get a plant tour of the Romeo Engine Plant early next summer.You know thats where they have the 8 mechanics that hand build the niche engines for the Shelbys,Cobras and Lightning vehicles.I would like to go there with my Shelby and get photos with the 2 mechanics that built my engine.It is located about an hour north of Detroit,Mi.I was shooting for early June but open for suggestions.It is awhile off but if anyone is interested in going maybe we could all go together in a pack.That would be soo cool.Anyways any comments,suggestions or concerns should be directed in this thread.Let me know if you are seriously interested................07...................... ...

07 Shelby I would be honored to be included in the trip to Romeo to talk to the guys who built my engine. Just let me know when and where. Take care Mustangnut

I talked to the rep. today from Romeo Engine Plant.He confirmed there is no break in additive to the oil from the factory.It goes to AAI with 5w50 pure synthetic.He said they do a few tests on the engines then they run them.
I also talked to him about the plant tour.He said they do it all the time just give him a date.He also gave me his phone # so I could get a hold of him any time.I know it is next year but what month?The day is going to be on a Friday...............................07........... ..................................

I'm in.

I also talked to him about the plant tour.He said they do it all the time just give him a date.He also gave me his phone # so I could get a hold of him any time.I know it is next year but what month?The day is going to be on a Friday...............................07

I still have one in high school, so a June or July date would help a little with our planning.

Just came out of Manhattan in traffic that tested my clutch and a-s capabilities. I am still considering the road trip but will, if joining, be towing my baby with nothing else but a Ford product.(F150 Performance White:D). The ride for me would be too much to bear for my butt and pride and joy. June is preferable for me.

Talk to me 07! This is what dreams are made of. Hope all builders will be present at our visit in June, July or what ever month as long as we are there for the Kodak moment. Keep this moment alive!;) As the winter is just coming upon us.

I'm in, that will only take me about 4 hours to make from Fort Wayne.:D

Talk to me 07! This is what dreams are made of. Hope all builders will be present at our visit in June, July or what ever month as long as we are there for the Kodak moment. Keep this moment alive!;) As the winter is just coming upon us.



I'm talking.We are still a go.I would say end of June to end of July.It would be kind of hard to have people commit so far in advance.This spring I will make an appointment at Romeo Engine plant and whomever would like to go is welcome.

I am in too.

Last post here was nearly three months ago. I just want to refresh everyone's memory about this. It is a long trip for me, but I still am looking forward to it!

still definitely looking forward to it!

Last post here was nearly three months ago. I just want to refresh everyone's memory about this. It is a long trip for me, but I still am looking forward to it!

Looking forward to meeting all and hope none of our builders took the early out. A long trip for me as well oldimp, but will be well worth it.:)

I was thinking of trying to get a plant tour of the Romeo Engine Plant early next summer.You know thats where they have the 8 mechanics that hand build the niche engines for the Shelbys,Cobras and Lightning vehicles.I would like to go there with my Shelby and get photos with the 2 mechanics that built my engine.It is located about an hour north of Detroit,Mi.I was shooting for early June but open for suggestions.It is awhile off but if anyone is interested in going maybe we could all go together in a pack.That would be soo cool.Anyways any comments,suggestions or concerns should be directed in this thread.Let me know if you are seriously interested................07...................... ...

Hey 07, great idea. My wife and I are in.... How can we find out ahead of time if our guys are still on the payroll? Larry Niahiow & J Donovan were mine. Can we get that info somewhere?

Just mapquested, only 500 miles, hmmmmm 500 that's an omen...That we have to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oh yeah, Fridays good.................

See you there...........:D :D

Hey 07, great idea. My wife and I are in.... How can we find out ahead of time if our guys are still on the payroll? Larry Niahiow & J Donovan were mine. Can we get that info somewhere?

Just mapquested, only 500 miles, hmmmmm 500 that's an omen...That we have to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oh yeah, Fridays good.................

See you there...........:D :D


Oldimp started a thread of the engine builders.I need a list of all engine builders so I can ask if they are still there.I need to start making reservations.I really need to know how many people are going to go.All is invited and I will make arrangements.Please if you are serious I need a head count and engine builder names.I will shoot for the 3rd Friday of June,6-15-07.

Oldimp started a thread of the engine builders.I need a list of all engine builders so I can ask if they are still there.I need to start making reservations.I really need to know how many people are going to go.All is invited and I will make arrangements.Please if you are serious I need a head count and engine builder names.I will shoot for the 3rd Friday of June,6-15-07.

We're serious, and you have my builders!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :D :D :D :D

So I can get an accurate # of people to submit to Ford please PM me if you are going and how many people in your party.

Also here is a list of engine builders.I will find out how many are still there.


I came up with a total of 18 engine builders.Any body else or any comments?


2-Gary Smith and J. Donovan

2-Doug Campbell and Mel Darrington

2-Paul Weis and Larry Niahiou

2-Ronald Anderson and Stephen Fae

2-Robert Straten JR and Jeremy Comer

2-Gary Marstan and Jeff Hamblin

2-Patrick J. Shanon Jr i think brian klepak

2-Kimberly Naylor/Gena? Geria Sotree??

2-Robert O. Maskalf g and Frank Cilluffo??????????????????????????????

I'm still on for the meet and greet at Romeo but unfortuately the eyes ain't what they used to be (think they call it OLD AGE) and I can't read the builders names, but I know someone there will be able to. Take care Keep me posted, time and date sound great to me. Mustangnut

I'm still on for the meet and greet at Romeo but unfortuately the eyes ain't what they used to be (think they call it OLD AGE) and I can't read the builders names, but I know someone there will be able to. Take care Keep me posted, time and date sound great to me. Mustangnut

Thats ok I think we have all the names.

Thats ok I think we have all the names.

I don't think you do. So I don't mangle the spelling, here is a picture of my niche plate.

I don't think you do. So I don't mangle the spelling, here is a picture of my niche plate.



Thanks Orf.I am not sure I got the spelling right either.

Update,
I talked to the plant superintendant twice today at Romeo Engine Plant.I gave him all the names of the engine builders that you guys gave me and he was gracious enough and is going verify who is still left standing after the buyouts.He personally knew quite a few who are still there but he said he will call back next week with the names.He said Human Resource (DAWN) will call me back also with times and a date.As soon as I know I will post the info.The people there were just great and they are looking forward to having us.
I also found out that they have expanded the engine builders to 15 teams(30 people) and are going to add more.We will be able to take pictures with the engine builders and take a tour.Let me know if you have any questions and I will ask.Looks like everything is a go and they are happy we are comming and they want to see our rides...........

This is a e-mail I just received from Romeo Engine Plant.




Dawn,
Per our earlier discussion, Fred xxxxxxx is the gentleman that contacted me today. He represents a group of people that have purchased GT500 Shelby Mustangs and they would like to visit the Niche Line and the operators that assembled their engines. They have a WEB site dedicated to the vehicle (www.FordGT500.com) and several would be traveling here from out of state. Fred is an employee at AAI and was interested in arranging the visit mid June.

Thanks,
John

Thanks again 07. We're really looking forward to this trip.Looks like the date isn't locked in yet??? Sounds like a really great time...........:D :D :D

If anybody else wants to go please PM me with a head count.I will need this when asked by H.R. at Romeo Engine Plant.

Hey 07. How many do you have comitted so far?

Hey 07. How many do you have comitted so far?



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looked at my niche plate today- two names that weren't on the list, a jim something, something else. i'll get those names friday-

So I can get an accurate # of people to submit to Ford please PM me if you are going and how many people in your party.

Also here is a list of engine builders.I will find out how many are still there.


I came up with a total of 18 engine builders.Any body else or any comments?


2-Gary Smith and J. Donovan

2-Doug Campbell and Mel Darrington

2-Paul Weis and Larry Niahiou

2-Ronald Anderson and Stephen Fae

2-Robert Straten JR and Jeremy Comer

2-Gary Marstan and Jeff Hamblin

2-Patrick J. Shanon Jr i think brian klepak

2-Kimberly Naylor/Gena? Geria Sotree??

2-Robert O. Maskalf g and Frank Cilluffo??????????????????????????????



The plant manager of Romeo Engine Plant just called me with some news.I gave him the list of engine builders and these are the builders that have retired.

1-Gary Smith

2-Doug Campbell

3-Ronald Anderson

4-Stephen Fae

So please take note!The 1st two guys are the ones that built my motor,oh well.

Harley99FB=There is no Patrick Shannon,must be another name.

SN8KBYT= There is no Geria Sotree,this must also be another name.


I was also informed that the plant tour is a go but they can't give me a firm time or date for another 2 weeks and I will be contacted by the head of H.R.

07, If the retired guys knew a special trip was planned to visit them, maybe they would show up. Might the plant manager still have contact info for them?

Just a thought.

07, If the retired guys knew a special trip was planned to visit them, maybe they would show up. Might the plant manager still have contact info for them?

Just a thought.



I am just waiting for a confirmed date and then I will try to contact them.Ford can't give out personal info and they can't call them at home but I will.I will try to contact all 4 people retired.

07 Thanks for the update. Looking forward to the road trip.:)

07 - Any clarification on your list as to the correct spelling for my engine builders? Thanks.

07 - Any clarification on your list as to the correct spelling for my engine builders? Thanks.

Orf,go to post #39.There are 2 names that they couldn't figure out but neither one was one of your guys.As far as the correct spelling I don't know.You will need a fresh pair of eyes.

Great thing you're setting up here 07. Thanks again for all your efforts. :D :D :D

Great thing you're setting up here 07. Thanks again for all your efforts. :D :D :D


You are welcome.

alright ... attached is the pic of my niche... just thought of it when i saw this topic had new stuff on it-- went outside and took a picture, in the rain :(

Looks like Tim Parrott and... Paul or Karl Danefer ??

Does any one know if Ford has a website to access and watch their car being built?

Easy Trigger, Easy Trigger, OK, let her rip.

Hey "07", anything new on the "ROAD TRIP"? :)

Hey "07", anything new on the "ROAD TRIP"? :)



Yes,I finally talked to H.R. at Romeo Engine today.Within the next couple of hours I should have a definite date and time.Sorry it takes so long for you out of staters.Welcome to my world.Ford is a little different than it used to be and I did not want to say anything till I had confirmation.

Yes,I finally talked to H.R. at Romeo Engine today.Within the next couple of hours I should have a definite date and time.Sorry it takes so long for you out of staters.Welcome to my world.Ford is a little different than it used to be and I did not want to say anything till I had confirmation.

Knew you were on top of it 07!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;) ;)

Knew you were on top of it 07!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;) ;)



Well I might be on top of it but still no e-mail.

Well I might be on top of it but still no e-mail.

Hey 07,

I've been pretty quiet on this subject, but I've been talking to my wife, and we are really considering the trip. We may not drive the Shelby out, but just meeting you and all the folks here would be great.

Hey 07,

I've been pretty quiet on this subject, but I've been talking to my wife, and we are really considering the trip. We may not drive the Shelby out, but just meeting you and all the folks here would be great.

Mr PREZ????????? How far away are you? Would love to meet you there. We'll be bringing our BABY.......:( Sorry if you're too far away. We're about 8 hrs.

Hope you can make it..........:D

Mr PREZ????????? How far away are you? Would love to meet you there. We'll be bringing our BABY.......:( Sorry if you're too far away. We're about 8 hrs.

Hope you can make it..........:D



The Prez lives in Colorado.

The Prez lives in Colorado.

Now that would be a road trip!!!!!!!!!!;)

Hey 07,

I've been pretty quiet on this subject, but I've been talking to my wife, and we are really considering the trip. We may not drive the Shelby out, but just meeting you and all the folks here would be great.

I know it is tentative,but that would be great.Prez I am going to start a new thread,you gotta read this.

Mr PREZ????????? How far away are you? Would love to meet you there. We'll be bringing our BABY.......:( Sorry if you're too far away. We're about 8 hrs.

Hope you can make it..........:D

Parker, CO is about 1,300 miles from Detroit. That's a REALLY long haul. If timing works out, we'll probably fly in. My parents are coming to visit "sometime" in June, and we have a wedding to attend in SoCal in mid-July. I hope this trip doesn't conflict.

I talked to HR at Romeo but the person that is setting this up is out till 4-10-2007.Oh,another day at Ford.

Well,
I got a call and an e-mail yesterday and 3 e-mails today.It is final.The date and time for the Romeo Engine Plant tour will be June 15th at 11:00am.It took awhile but that is big business.I was asked to give this statement so please make a mental note of this,

"Please let me know mid-week (June 12-13) the final number of people who will be coming on the tour. Please remind them it is an industrial setting, dress appropriately. They'll need closed toed shoes, low/no heels, and we'll provide safety glasses & earplugs for the tour."


Any questions please post in this thread or PM me.I am looking forward to this and meeting all people that will be attending.Hope you can make it.

Will there be any restrictions on video recordings or still pictures?

Will there be any restrictions on video recordings or still pictures?

My original intention was to go and take pictures of the builders with my Shelby.Romeo Engine agreed to that but I don't know if they will let you video the whole tour if that's what you are asking.Both of my builders have retired but I am still committed to going,with pleasure.Also, the person I am dealing with in H.R. at Romeo just e-mailed me and said she will bring her Shelby that day if it is not raining,how cool!

Ok here's the strange part about this whole thing.The person I have been dealing with from HR at Romeo Engine Plant I know, but just found out.I used to work with her 12 years ago here at AAI.She moved on and got married and now works at R.E.P.I didn't recognize her last name.Now is that ironic or what?

Well,
I got a call and an e-mail yesterday and 3 e-mails today.It is final.The date and time for the Romeo Engine Plant tour will be June 15th at 11:00am.It took awhile but that is big business.I was asked to give this statement so please make a mental note of this,

"Please let me know mid-week (June 12-13) the final number of people who will be coming on the tour. Please remind them it is an industrial setting, dress appropriately. They'll need closed toed shoes, low/no heels, and we'll provide safety glasses & earplugs for the tour."


Any questions please post in this thread or PM me.I am looking forward to this and meeting all people that will be attending.Hope you can make it.



Outstanding! Assuming we have our Shelby by then :rolleyes: my wife and I are going to do our best to make it. Spending our anniversary in Detroit! Can't ask for more than that! :rolleyes: :D :D :D

My rooms are booked in the Courtyard Marriott in Utica. Arriving 6/14/07 and departing 6/16/07. Let the fun and road trip begin!:) Thanks 07 for all your efforts as this would not have been possible without you.;) I will be trailering my baby in an enclosed trailer being pulled by nothing other than a Ford F-150. Looking forward to meeting all in Romeo.

Hey guys,I would like to have a few days to get things a little more organized.I might be able to get a mini tour at AAI.I also would like to have people over for a grilling session(as in food) at my house.Maybe stay a little closer to me and we could all go in a pack.Just a thought.

07 didn't mean to jump the gun. Just let us know and I will make plans accordingly. Room reservations can always be changed and could think of nothing more exciting than a caravan of Shelby's on their way to Romeo. The open invitation to your home is just the icing on the cake 07. You truly are a special person!;)

I'm 5 miles west of Utica in Auburn Hills! Definitely looking forward to the 15th!

This is almost as exciting as the anticipation of my Shelby's delivery date.:D :D

This is almost as exciting as the anticipation of my Shelby's delivery date.:D :D



I guarantee a great time.I hope the weather cooperates,I can't control that.

I guarantee a great time.I hope the weather cooperates,I can't control that.

Weather is a non issue here 07. Meeting all and especially you is the Kodak moment.:) I would go coast to coast for this event!

Weather is a non issue here 07. Meeting all and especially you is the Kodak moment.:) I would go coast to coast for this event!


Well it's a go.Sure it will be a good time.My boys will go nuts with all the Shelbys.

Well it's a go.Sure it will be a good time.My boys will go nuts with all the Shelbys.

Mine will be with me as well and a few of their friends are following. You may have gotten more than you bargained for?:D :D

Mine will be with me as well and a few of their friends are following. You may have gotten more than you bargained for?:D :D



My pleasure.I don't extend my hand out to often but I think this will be great.

I guarantee a great time.I hope the weather cooperates,I can't control that.

What?!?!?! You can't control the weather? I've lost all respect, 07. :D :D

OK, I've got a big decision to make. Do I fly out, or drive the Shelby?

1. It's 1,300 miles from Parker, CO to Detroit. :(
2. We'd be driving a Shelby :D
3. Lots of wear and tear on the Shelby :(
4. We'd be driving a Shelby :D
5. Nebraska and Iowa :(
6. Flying would require less vacation time :D
7. Flying would cost about $600 :(
8. I have 22 days of vacation left this year :D
9. Flying means no Shelby :(

So, what do y'all think? Drive or fly?

My pleasure.I don't extend my hand out to often but I think this will be great.

07 that is an understatement and I truly appreciate, as we all do, your hospitality. I can not say it enough but THANKS!

What?!?!?! You can't control the weather? I've lost all respect, 07. :D :D

OK, I've got a big decision to make. Do I fly out, or drive the Shelby?

1. It's 1,300 miles from Parker, CO to Detroit. :(
2. We'd be driving a Shelby :D
3. Lots of wear and tear on the Shelby :(
4. We'd be driving a Shelby :D
5. Nebraska and Iowa :(
6. Flying would require less vacation time :D
7. Flying would cost about $600 :(
8. I have 22 days of vacation left this year :D
9. Flying means no Shelby :(

So, what do y'all think? Drive or fly?


I'd really like you to bring the Shelby but you have my offer and it still stands.Most of my family lives in Wyoming and Nevada so I know about the drive through Iowa and Nebraska.Apple doesn't make a big enough I-pod for those 2 states.It's 28 hours to my moms house.

What?!?!?! You can't control the weather? I've lost all respect, 07. :D :D

OK, I've got a big decision to make. Do I fly out, or drive the Shelby?

1. It's 1,300 miles from Parker, CO to Detroit. :(
2. We'd be driving a Shelby :D
3. Lots of wear and tear on the Shelby :(
4. We'd be driving a Shelby :D
5. Nebraska and Iowa :(
6. Flying would require less vacation time :D
7. Flying would cost about $600 :(
8. I have 22 days of vacation left this year :D
9. Flying means no Shelby :(

So, what do y'all think? Drive or fly?

Prez,

You can fly in the Shelby, set the cruise at 140 mph. Turn on the Non Visible mode (option noseeu) . At that speed you should see about 13 mpg.you will use 100 gal approximate. Actual driving time should be 9.30 hrs. If you can get one of our air Force fuellers to assist in the trip it won't be bad!

Let us know if this is a option.

Illegal

Prez,

You can fly in the Shelby, set the cruise at 140 mph. Turn on the Non Visible mode (option noseeu) . At that speed you should see about 13 mpg.you will use 100 gal approximate. Actual driving time should be 9.30 hrs. If you can get one of our air Force fuellers to assist in the trip it won't be bad!

Let us know if this is a option.

Illegal

LOL!!! In flight refueling. That's what we are missing! Road trips would be much nicer if you didn't have to stop for gas. OK, who is going to be first to open a mobile gas station? :D

LOL!!! In flight refueling. That's what we are missing! Road trips would be much nicer if you didn't have to stop for gas. OK, who is going to be first to open a mobile gas station? :D

That would require the wearing of a diaper.:D :D

07, was on the phone with Fred from Evolution Performance and am trying to get him with his Shelby to join us at Romeo. Give him a call as you may be able to persuade him to make the trip, if it is not a race weekend.

That would require the wearing of a diaper.:D :D

astronauts wear them :D

07, was on the phone with Fred from Evolution Performance and am trying to get him with his Shelby to join us at Romeo. Give him a call as you may be able to persuade him to make the trip, if it is not a race weekend.



I haven't called yet but I will.

I am hoping to get an answer tomorrow from the plant manager about a mini tour at AAI before Romeo engine tour.I think it will happen.Then I will give out more info on the accomadations and so forth.For what it's worth I would like you guys to stay in Monroe,Mi. which is 15 minutes from my house and 15 minutes from AAI then we will all go in a pack to Romeo.Mustangnut has offered to bring some high octane brews from the great white north(CANADA).Cheers,cheers!I know people are wanting more info and I will offer it soon.The hardest part is the commitments from the plants which we have from Romeo,great!I am just about done with my honey do list.The carpet was tore out today and the new carpet is going in tomorrow morning and I will be done and then I can concentrate more on this trip.My wife should be in heaven and I can get back to finishing my Shelby.I am really looking forward to this trip and meeting everyone plus I have some trinkets for you guys.Hope to see you soon...................07......................... ...........

Just reading all of these posts one would assume that the average age of these guys is about 18 years old.;) Can't wait to see you young guns.

Just reading all of these posts one would assume that the average age of these guys is about 18 years old.;) Can't wait to see you young guns.


Everybody is a comedian;) ;) .The average age is probably 3x's that.Just a guess.:D :D

07 Shelby,

That's probably a generous guess.

My guess would put the average at closer to 4x.

Again, just my guess.

you'll have a 21 year old bringing down the average...
i'll guess.... 37

I'm 23, so I'm trashing the average.

(I'm 23? What the heck happened to 22?)

26, gonna be a young crowd....damn kids

35...soon to be 36. That should bump up the average a little :D

you'll have a 21 year old bringing down the average...
i'll guess.... 37



Yes but you are an exception to the rule!

56, but in my Shelby more like eighteen.:D :D

naw, not an exception- if someone bought it for me, then it woudn't count...
but nope... i've got the $600 a month car payment to prove it!

Looks like everything is working out.I have been told they would love to have us at AAI with all our Shelbys and I will give you guys a mini tour,but a tour none the less.I will skip all the fill in stuff and show you what you want.If you have something specific you would like to see,please let me know so I can plan the tour accordingly.

I'll bump it up a bit! 56 and drawing really near 57!

I'll bump it up a bit! 56 and drawing really near 57!

Nearly 57? Close is only good in horshoes and grenades.:D 56 and not counting.:D :D

I'll bump it up a bit! 56 and drawing really near 57!



Where has my old(imp) buddy been?Did you go on vacation or what?

Looks like everything is working out.I have been told they would love to have us at AAI with all our Shelbys and I will give you guys a mini tour,but a tour none the less.I will skip all the fill in stuff and show you what you want.If you have something specific you would like to see,please let me know so I can plan the tour accordingly.

Getting as psyc'd as I was when I rec'd confirmation on my build date. ;) ;) ;)

Really looking forward to whatever you make happen. And seeing all our steel and HORSES together...

Thanks again...........:D :D :D

Nearly 57? Close is only good in horshoes and grenades...

...and thermonuclear ICBMs.

Getting as psyc'd as I was when I rec'd confirmation on my build date. ;) ;) ;)

Really looking forward to whatever you make happen. And seeing all our steel and HORSES together...

Thanks again...........:D :D :D


You are welcome.This is still early but people are already booking a room at the Best Western in Monroe,Mi.right on I-75 at exit 15.There are 4 or 5 hotels right there but I think this was just renevated.I will send local maps and directions soon.

43 and hanging on but in the car I transform back to 16. Guess we got a few fuddy duddies out there. I like the mature crowd along with the young.

Since we are sharing...45 and will be 46 in 2008 when I get my car. :)

Maybe one of our web wizards can set up a poll/survey that can figure out the average age of the members on this forum (without revealing 'who' for confidentiality reasons).

So far, we have members identified in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and I think one member a while back mentioned that he was in his 60s. :)

It's interesting to see the different information being shared by this diverse group. :cool:

Anyways, just a thought.

Where has my old(imp) buddy been?Did you go on vacation or what?

Vacation! Yes! Only an unwanted one! Should be back to work in a couple weeks.

Since we are sharing...46 and will be 47 in 2008 when I get my car. :)

Maybe one of our web wizards can set up a poll/survey that can figure out the average age of the members on this forum (without revealing 'who' for confidentiality reasons).

So far, we have members identified in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and I think one member a while back mentioned that he was in his 60s. :)

It's interesting to see the different information being shared by this diverse group. :cool:

Anyways, just a thought.

Use the search. Such a poll already exists.

Looks like everything is working out.I have been told they would love to have us at AAI with all our Shelbys and I will give you guys a mini tour,but a tour none the less.I will skip all the fill in stuff and show you what you want.If you have something specific you would like to see,please let me know so I can plan the tour accordingly.

07 will the tour be on the same day, the 15th, or another day?

07 will the tour be on the same day, the 15th, or another day?


The AAI tour will be the same day in the am before the Romeo tour.This is strictly optional as I want to give people the oppurtunity to see how the Shelbys are built and try and make the most out of their trip.I will set it up something like 7:00am to 9:00am for the tour at AAI and then drive to Romeo Engine and then tour there from 11:00am till around 2:00pm or 3 :00 pm on Friday the 15th of June then we will go back to my house for dinner and swimming,martinis,beer and lots of talking.All suggestions are welcome and open for discussion.The motels are 15 minutes to the north of me and 15 minutes to the south of AAI.It should be a good time for all.

Just remember I am up this early every day and I just threw in the AAI tour.If you wish not to attend the AAI tour thats ok we will meet at the plant at 9:00am and drive to Romeo from there.

Wouldn't miss the chance of both for nothing!
7am is very early, but as you said I am also up around 5:30 every morning so no biggy! I'll be at the plant about 10 minutes before 7am- will be coming down from Auburn Hills (M59 and I75).

Wouldn't miss the chance of both for nothing!
7am is very early, but as you said I am also up around 5:30 every morning so no biggy! I'll be at the plant about 10 minutes before 7am- will be coming down from Auburn Hills (M59 and I75).



Fee5707 that's great.I will be e-mailing directions and phone #'s in the near future.Glad you are attending.

Appreciate it =D

Everybody is a comedian;) ;) .The average age is probably 3x's that.Just a guess.:D :D

KARNAC STRIKES AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;) ;) ;)

shlbsvt,

You're right! I even answered that poll quite some time ago. It's the age thing.

Thanks for the reminder.

So far, it looks like 40s are the most popular age at over 45%.

I wish I had my car and could join you all at the Romeo Plant, it would be a great road trip and an excuse to visit my family in Toronto, but it just isn't in the cards for me.

I'm sure you will all have a great time.

07 SHELBY, fantastic job setting this up for the members!

07 Shelby Have you got a final number of people coming? Sounds like you are going to need a big swimming pool and I will need a KEG of suds Mustangnut

shlbsvt,

You're right! I even answered that poll quite some time ago. It's the age thing.

Thanks for the reminder.

So far, it looks like 40s are the most popular age at over 45%.

I wish I had my car and could join you all at the Romeo Plant, it would be a great road trip and an excuse to visit my family in Toronto, but it just isn't in the cards for me.

I'm sure you will all have a great time.

07 SHELBY, fantastic job setting this up for the members!

Arbour 88, get yourself to Monroe and you can ride to Romeo with me. Just a thought.:)

If everyone is staying at the Monroe Holiday Inn, maybe we can get a group rate.

I've just about talked my wife into driving out rather than flying. It'll add another 4-5 days to the trip, but I think we'd be kicking ourselves if we didn't have the Shelby there.

We're also thinking of getting there a day early to catch a Tigers game. We have this thing about wanting to see a game in every ballpark, and I'm not sure when we'll ever get back to Detroit.

shlbsvt,

You're right! I even answered that poll quite some time ago. It's the age thing.

Thanks for the reminder.

So far, it looks like 40s are the most popular age at over 45%.

I wish I had my car and could join you all at the Romeo Plant, it would be a great road trip and an excuse to visit my family in Toronto, but it just isn't in the cards for me.

I'm sure you will all have a great time.

07 SHELBY, fantastic job setting this up for the members!

Thanks and If you want to go we will make arrangements for you to get there and back.Not a problem.

rpretzel,

I do a similar thing except with NFL stadiums. I will see a game at every stadium and will cap it off by going to the pro bowl in Hawaii.

I go to a different city every year. I started this in 1990 with 3 other guys (we've since went our own ways, but I kept the tradition going) and so far I've been to (in order of visits):

Buffalo, Detroit, Cleveland, Cincinnatti, Seattle, San Fancisco, Miami, San Diego, Tampa Bay, Chicago, New Orleans, Minneapolis, Arizona, Kansas City, Oakland, Jacksonville and Dallas. I'm now more than half way done.

This year, I'm going to either Denver or Carolina. Not sure when yet. It all depends on whether or not my wife likes the shopping malls in the area. Our deal is that she goes shopping and I go to the game. It's great!

Take care.

shlbysvt, thanks for the offer, but I will not be travelling east in the next 3 or 4 months else, I would take you up on ther offer. :)

rpretzel,

I do a similar thing except with NFL stadiums. I will see a game at every stadium and will cap it off by going to the pro bowl in Hawaii.

I go to a different city every year. I started this in 1990 with 3 other guys (we've since went our own ways, but I kept the tradition going) and so far I've been to (in order of visits):

Buffalo, Detroit, Cleveland, Cincinnatti, Seattle, San Fancisco, Miami, San Diego, Tampa Bay, Chicago, New Orleans, Minneapolis, Arizona, Kansas City, Oakland, Jacksonville and Dallas. I'm now more than half way done.

This year, I'm going to either Denver or Carolina. Not sure when yet. It all depends on whether or not my wife likes the shopping malls in the area. Our deal is that she goes shopping and I go to the game. It's great!

Take care.

shlbysvt, thanks for the offer, but I will not be travelling east in the next 3 or 4 months else, I would take you up on ther offer. :)


You definitely should try to get to Denver. The new Invesco (Mile Hi) Field is beautiful and Denver is a fun town. Let me know if you do...we can hook up.

If everyone is staying at the Monroe Holiday Inn, maybe we can get a group rate.

I've just about talked my wife into driving out rather than flying. It'll add another 4-5 days to the trip, but I think we'd be kicking ourselves if we didn't have the Shelby there.

We're also thinking of getting there a day early to catch a Tigers game. We have this thing about wanting to see a game in every ballpark, and I'm not sure when we'll ever get back to Detroit.


I was going to do this but I started getting bombarded with PM's so I started leaking info.I just called Best Western 1-734-289-2330 and they have rooms still available but Michigan Int'l Speedway is that weekend and there will be no group rate.If you are serious about comming please make arrangements ASAP.It won't effect our traffic because they will all be heading west and we will be heading north.Here are other motels at the same exit,Hometown Inn 1-734-289-1080,Knights Inn 1-734-243-0597.All are located at I-75 exit 15.If you need further assistance let me know,I'll see what I can do.Please PM me after you have booked so I can keep a head count.

07 Shelby Have you got a final number of people coming? Sounds like you are going to need a big swimming pool and I will need a KEG of suds Mustangnut


Mustangnut,
No,I don't have a final # yet.I really need a PM from people once they have made reservations.Thanks.Mustangnut I will let you know but don't worry about how much to bring,bring what feels comfortable to you and I will help finance your decision.

rpretzel,

If we decide on Denver (I'll nudge my wife towards Denver's beautiful downtown shopping experience), I'll definetely give you a head's up first and we can make arrangements to meet somewhere and talk shop.

I'm sure you'll have your Shelby by then...oops! did I just say that? Just Kiddin'. Of course by then, you'll have many miles on it and will be seasoned pro.

Take care.

Well I am getting full here.If anyone else is interested you will have to PM me and I will see if there is any cancellations.The people that have told me they are going and the people that have made reservations are in.I have to stop the open invitation till I get a true head count.

we will go back to my house for dinner and swimming,martinis,beer and lots of talking.

07,

Where are you going to park all those cars at your house??

JD

07,

Where are you going to park all those cars at your house??

JD


Yes, at my house.I can park 8 in my driveway and 4 in front of my house.

Dibs on driveway.
=D

This trip will provide some great photo ops. It may even draw media attention. We should get alot of great photos of more GT500s together in the same place than you will ever see anywhere else.:p :p :D :D

Dibs on driveway.
=D


Your'e in.Driveway 1 or 2?My wife calls it a runway!

My wife is making a room reservation at the Best Western as I speak (type). :D

My wife is making a room reservation at the Best Western as I speak (type). :D

That's great Prez.Do I have to call you sir or wear a tux when we meet?

I don't think you do. So I don't mangle the spelling, here is a picture of my niche plate.



Orf,
It's only been 1.5 months but I got clarification today.

Bob Maskell & Frank Cilluffo

That's great Prez.Do I have to call you sir or wear a tux when we meet?

LOL!!!! No, No, No. "Your Majesty" will be sufficient, and a tux is not necessary...just a nice suit, please. :D :D :D

Ok I have the whole family onboard.I will grill burgers and chicken,the wife and daughter are going to make Tuna and most importantly Potato salad and corn on the cobb.The boys are going to watch over the cars,and drool.I love this country.

Rpretzel, I also have reservations at the Best Western Thursday and Friday. I'm looking forward to meeting you and everyone else. I would imagine you will be traveling the furthest. It won't seem like that far because the car is so much fun to drive.

It looks as if we may be able to have our own car show at the Best Western Thursday night.:D :D

I have to pay a $30 "ADM":mad: on Friday because of the Nascar race. The ADM"S never stop.:(

07 Shelby I just made reservations at Best Western. I will be coming in Thursday night.

Hey 07 Shelby is there still room in the driveway?

35...soon to be 36. That should bump up the average a little :D

Nearly 51, and HUB CAP BALD. Now how do you like that for a bump.

I don't feel old, and if you guys will just let me laugh I will be alright. We all must have the same love, even if some of you still do not realize the fastest color. HP

Illegal

I am booked for the trip, and looking forward to a great weekend. Hope to meet many of you.

Illegal

Hey 07 Shelby is there still room in the driveway?



Yep there's still room in the driveway.

I have had two adjoining rooms booked at the Best Western since monday. If anyone needs a place to stay, just bring a sleeping bag and the floor is all yours.:D :D

I will be trailering my Shelby to Monroe and the trailer will be available for the road trip to Romeo for any potential problems we may have on our journey. Would be a good idea to carry a couple of spares, tools and of course detailing supplies. I will have one of my sons drive the trailer behind the caravan.

I will be trailering my Shelby to Monroe and the trailer will be available for the road trip to Romeo for any potential problems we may have on our journey. Would be a good idea to carry a couple of spares, tools and of course detailing supplies. I will have one of my sons drive the trailer behind the caravan.



This is a good idea,I appreciate the help.The most important part,don't forget the cameras.


On a different note,here is the answer from the plant manager on our request for a tour.


"This sounds like a great idea.Staci will coordinate for us-please work with her on details.Thanks.

Maggie-please put this event on our plant calender.Thanks".


We are good to go.I can't wait,everyone is being very positive about this and am getting a lot of help from everyone at work.Love it when a plan comes together.

Hey 07 Shelby is there still room in the driveway?



My boys said they would do valet service for the driveway at no charge and no "ADM" for driveway rights.What great kids,eh?

On a different note,here is the answer from the plant manager on our request for a tour.


"This sounds like a great idea.Staci will coordinate for us-please work with her on details.Thanks.

Maggie-please put this event on our plant calender.Thanks".


We are good to go.I can't wait,everyone is being very positive about this and am getting a lot of help from everyone at work.Love it when a plan comes together.[/QUOTE]


07 Sounds like a Great Plant Manager Give him a BIGG THANKS from all of us

Use the search. Such a poll already exists.

says that poll is closed. maybe open it back up and sticky it? maybe add male/female to it?

OK, so after a long discussion with my wife, we have decided to fly out rather than drive. We ran into vacation time issues since our summer is going to be so action-packed. Driving would add another 4-5 days on the trip, and my wife needs to save some time off for her sister's wedding in July. I'm very sad that we won't have the Shelby with us, but the wife is the boss of the family. We'll just have to live vicariously through everyone else.

We're flying into Detroit Metro on June 13th at 4:00 pm (woo hoo...just in time for rush hour), and then we are going to the Tigers game on the 14th.

And what's up with the ADM on the hotel rooms?!?!?

Can't wait to meet y'all! :D

says that poll is closed. maybe open it back up and sticky it? maybe add male/female to it?

I believe once a poll has been established within a thread it can not be modified. You have to delete the poll and start all over again. If the poll is closed, 07 may be able to reopen it.

07 Shelby

You obviously have done a great job raising those boys.:D

07 Shelby

You obviously have done a great job raising those boys.:D


Thanks I have tried my best.Maybe to good.None seem to want to leave,but they are great kids.

I see you are from Indiana also.That will make 2 of you comming from Indiana.I have a big family reunion every 3 years at Turkey Run State Park.My family rents out the lodge and all the cabins during this period.It's quite big.I have family that comes from Maine to California and everywhere in between.Hundreds of family members show up.

Thanks I have tried my best.Maybe to good.None seem to want to leave,but they are great kids.

I see you are from Indiana also.That will make 2 of you comming from Indiana.I have a big family reunion every 3 years at Turkey Run State Park.My family rents out the lodge and all the cabins during this period.It's quite big.I have family that comes from Maine to California and everywhere in between.Hundreds of family members show up.

I see Monroe is the home town of Custer, a distant family member of my wife's mom (Armstrong). She is also from Indiana and both she and my fatherinlaw attended college there.

I see Monroe is the home town of Custer, a distant family member of my wife's mom (Armstrong). She is also from Indiana and both she and my fatherinlaw attended college there.



Small world isn't it.I am the 1st generation to be born in Michigan.Most of my family is originally from Indiana.I'll never forget when I was in Florida a couple of years ago.I was taking care of my grandma and it came to a point where I had to put her in hospice.I was in the hospital and the nurse came by and my grandma grabbed my arm and said "you can trust him he's a Hoosier".It really made me laugh and I needed it.

Wow! That's quite a reunion. Turkey Run is a great place for something like that. Very relaxing atmosphere.

I talked to some of the Mustang engineers today.I have commitments from the project Managers to meet and answer questions you might have.These guys are real car guys and love this stuff.I will talk to the Shelby project manager and I am sure he will meet also if he is here that day.These guys are all down to earth car guys and most will be at the house for dinner also.You will probably meet the President of AAI(no offense Prez) also.We will have a photo op with the plant in the background.I think this will be a memorable occasion for all of us.

sounds AWESOME!!!!
june 15 is only... well, less than 2 months away!

My boys said they would do valet service for the driveway at no charge and no "ADM" for driveway rights.What great kids,eh?

Chips off the old block!

harley99fb what part of Indiana are you from?

07Shelby Would like to thank you for your tiredless effort in putting together this occassion.

07Shelby Would like to thank you for your tiredless effort in putting together this occassion.


You are welcome.It's all done but the fun now.I can't wait.

harley99fb what part of Indiana are you from?

I'm just south of Michigan City. Grew up in Hobart and moved to MC in 1975.

I have PMed a couple people and I need to have a committment ASAP.I need to take a head count for both tours.

From the sounds of things Best Western is going to have a heck of a Shelby show.:D Looking forward to meeting all.

These are the people that have commited and or made reservations for a motel.Thank you!If you are not on this list (and there a couple of you)
and you plan on going please let me know either in this thread or PM me.The Michigan Int'l Speedway is that weekend and if you don't book a room soon you will be hard pressed to find one anywhere around here.I can't stress this enough.Please make a mental note of this.

People that are going:

1-07 SHELBY
2-OLDIMP
3-VNMOUS1
4-SHLBYSVT
5-RPRETZEL
6-MUSTANGNUT
7-FEE 5707
8-SN8KBYT
9-ILLEGAL
10-HARLEY99FB
11-BOBO
12-TX COBRA
13-BOGEY1222
14-My1stShelby
15-JDUFFY
16-ALDY
17-ORF



I can't wait to meet everyone.

I did a dry run today from AAI to Romeo engine plant.It was 61 miles and 71 minutes.I hit Tigers baseball traffic going out there so it was probably 10 to 15 minutes longer than it should have been.

I did a dry run today from AAI to Romeo engine plant.It was 61 miles and 71 minutes.I hit Tigers baseball traffic going out there so it was probably 10 to 15 minutes longer than it should have been.

Nice 07. Originally I thought the estimate was almost two hours. Gives us plenty of time for the AAI tour, 11am Romeo and a nice cruise.;)

I had never been to that plant before and I gave a little extra time in case of traffic,accident(God forbid) or construction.

07, was on the phone with Fred from Evolution Performance and am trying to get him with his Shelby to join us at Romeo. Give him a call as you may be able to persuade him to make the trip, if it is not a race weekend.



Shlbysvt,
I talked to Fred at Evolution.He is going to check his schedule and call me back.He might be able to make it.

07 - I just left you a PM. I'll be there.

Aldy

These are the people that have commited and or made reservations for a motel.Thank you!If you are not on this list (and there a couple of you)
and you plan on going please let me know either in this thread or PM me.The Michigan Int'l Speedway is that weekend and if you don't book a room soon you will be hard pressed to find one anywhere around here.I can't stress this enough.Please make a mental note of this.

People that are going:

1-07 SHELBY
2-OLDIMP
3-VNMOUS1
4-SHLBYSVT
5-RPRETZEL
6-MUSTANGNUT
7-FEE 5707
8-SN8KBYT
9-ILLEGAL
10-HARLEY99FB
11-BOBO
12-TX COBRA
13-BOGEY1222
14-My1stShelby

ORF-???????????????????????
CORNFAY-??????????????????
ALDY-??????????????????????


I can't wait to meet everyone.

07 SHELBY,

I'm trying to get a day off of work to attend, it's a crazy weekend because I have tickets for the race at MIS as well. When do I need to let you know by?

JD

These are the people that have commited and or made reservations for a motel.Thank you!If you are not on this list (and there a couple of you)
and you plan on going please let me know either in this thread or PM me.The Michigan Int'l Speedway is that weekend and if you don't book a room soon you will be hard pressed to find one anywhere around here.I can't stress this enough.Please make a mental note of this.

People that are going:

1-07 SHELBY
2-OLDIMP
3-VNMOUS1
4-SHLBYSVT
5-RPRETZEL
6-MUSTANGNUT
7-FEE 5707
8-SN8KBYT
9-ILLEGAL
10-HARLEY99FB
11-BOBO
12-TX COBRA
13-BOGEY1222
14-My1stShelby
15-JDUFFY
16-ALDY




I can't wait to meet everyone.




These people have commited themselves,thank you.I cannot take any more people unless someone cancels.This is big enough and I don't want to make it any bigger................................07.......... ..................................

Shlbysvt,
I talked to Fred at Evolution.He is going to check his schedule and call me back.He might be able to make it.

It may be a good opportunity for Fred to promote, sell and maybe even so simple installation of some of his products that weekend.

It may be a good opportunity for Fred to promote, sell and maybe even so simple installation of some of his products that weekend.



I concur.I think he is thinking the same thing.


On another note,I talked with our resident photographer here at AAI and he will take the pictures at AAI and then come to Romeo with us and take pictures out there too.He offered to come to Romeo with us and I am grateful for this.Thanks Norm.

07

I'm not sure if the below is completely correct, but it looks as if TX COBRA may be the only vert. I may change my mind and bring the vert so that TX does not feel like the lone ranger.:D :D

This array of GT500s will be a sight to remember.


1-07 SHELBY RED W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
2-OLDIMP WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
3-VNMOUS1 RED W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
4-SHLBYSVT TUNGSTEN W/SILVER STRIPES COUPE
5-RPRETZEL BLUE W/TUNGSTEN STRIPES COUPE
6-MUSTANGNUT RED COUPE (STRIPES ?)
7-FEE 5707 BLACK W/TUNGSTEN STRIPES COUPE
8-SN8KBYT BLACK W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
9-ILLEGAL WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
10-HARLEY99FB WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
11-BOBO RED W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
12-TX COBRA BLUE W/ WHITE STRIPES VERT
13-BOGEY1222 WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
14-My1stShelby WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
15-JDUFFY BLACK W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
16-ALDY BLACK W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
17-ORF ALLOY W/TUNGSTEN STRIPES VERT

07

I'm not sure if the below is completely correct, but it looks as if TX COBRA may be the only vert. I may change my mind and bring the vert so that TX does not feel like the lone ranger.:D :D

This array of GT500s will be a sight to remember.


1-07 SHELBY RED W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
2-OLDIMP WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
3-VNMOUS1 RED W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
4-SHLBYSVT TUNGSTEN W/SILVER STRIPES COUPE
5-RPRETZEL BLUE W/TUNGSTEN STRIPES COUPE
6-MUSTANGNUT RED COUPE (STRIPES ?)
7-FEE 5707 BLACK W/TUNGSTEN STRIPES COUPE
8-SN8KBYT BLACK W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
9-ILLEGAL WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
10-HARLEY99FB WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
11-BOBO (?)
12-TX COBRA BLUE W/ WHITE STRIPES VERT
13-BOGEY1222 WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
14-My1stShelby WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE
15-JDUFFY BLACK W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
16-ALDY BLACK W/WHITE STRIPES COUPE
17-ORF WHITE W/ BLUE STRIPES COUPE



Harley99fb,
Good work.Bobo has a Red with White strips Shelby.

This thing is turning into quite an affair at AAI.A lot of people are getting involved.Just so you know,when we get there(AAI)the 1st thing we have to do is watch a 5 minute safety video.This is MANDATORY.Then we will head out into the plant in groups of 10 with tour guides.This is great,I can just be part of the tour.

I forgot,TX COBRA won't be bringing his Shelby.He is flying in from Texas.

Rpretzel (Prez) is flying in from Colorado.

My1stShelby is flying in from California.Also he is healing well from that terrible accident he had,remember?

Unfortunately, mine will not be there. :( We've decided to fly out. I'll try to bring a picture, so she can be there in spirit. :D Too bad there's not another blue/tungsten on the list.

07 SHELBY,

I thought ORF's car was an Alloy convertible with Tungsten side stripes? :confused:

Harley99fb,
Good work.Bobo has a Red with White strips Shelby.

This thing is turning into quite an affair at AAI.A lot of people are getting involved.Just so you know,when we get there(AAI)the 1st thing we have to do is watch a 5 minute safety video.This is MANDATORY.Then we will head out into the plant in groups of 10 with tour guides.This is great,I can just be part of the tour.

I forgot,TX COBRA won't be bringing his Shelby.He is flying in from Texas.

Rpretzel (Prez) is flying in from Colorado.

My1stShelby is flying in from California.Also he is healing well from that terrible accident he had,remember?

It looks as if it will be an all Coupe affair(EDIT - Orf has an alloy w/tungsten stripes vert). Thats ok, I wanted to bring the fastest color anyways.:D

Yes Prez, please bring photos. A nice smokey burnout would be nice.

I was wondering about My1stShelby. California would be a very long drive so soon after his accident. I hope he is doing well and strapped back in the Shelby soon.

07 SHELBY,

I thought ORF's car was an Alloy convertible with Tungsten side stripes? :confused:

You beat me to the punch. This is my car.

07 SHELBY,

I thought ORF's car was an Alloy convertible with Tungsten side stripes? :confused:

You may be right. I was just going on my poor memory. I'll check.


Thanks Orf for setting me straight.

Orf,

She's a thing of beauty!

:)

Orf,

She's a thing of beauty!

:)

+1

Harley99fb,
.Just so you know,when we get there(AAI)the 1st thing we have to do is watch a 5 minute safety video.This is MANDATORY.

I'm sure this will be very informative, not just something to keep the insurance carriers happy. :rolleyes:

Just playing around. I understand how things work.

Back in 2000 I went on a tour of MTP with a group of Expedition owners. We saw that video then, too. The tour was great, especially for someone, like me, who had never seen an automobile assembly plant in person. Of course, I'm a mechanical engineer and therefore am easily amused by watching machinery in operation.

Yeah, my wife says I'm a geek.

Orf,

She's a thing of beauty!

:)

Thanks. Her shoes are a little worn, though. 6000 miles, and a few too many smoke producing starts. Might need to re-skin before the gathering.

Thanks. Her shoes are a little worn, though. 6000 miles, and a few too many smoke producing starts. Might need to re-skin before the gathering.

It's nice to hear you're treating her right.:)

Hey you guys,don't forget to e-mail me your info,thanks.

Hey 07Shelby maybe some of the guys have memory loss do to there age??

Hey 07Shelby maybe some of the guys have memory loss do to there age??

I think we all need a nudge now and then.Here is another nudge.

Nudge, Nudge. :D

Nudge, Nudge. :D



Maybe I'll have to shake them?

Maybe I'll have to shake them?

Shake??? :D :D :D

Shake??? :D :D :D



Ok guys you've been shaked by the Prez,let's get the lead out!

:D
that's not just a shake
that is Shakezilla

Well I can honestly say I have everything done that I can do for this trip.Once everyone sends me their info I will e-mail maps and directions out.The management,engineers and vendors have been great.The people that are comming are going to have a great time,I guarantee it.The biggest hurdle(for me) that I can see is that you will have tons of questions after the tours and when you get home and really think about it.If you need to know anything before you come,now is a good time.

You da man, 07! :D

You da man, 07! :D



Thanks!Prez I really like it when you are optimistic.Your Shelby is almost there I can feel it.

Three more people and we are done.yeh...................07.................

I agree with "The Prez". You Da Man!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cool: :cool: :cool:

Got the new Motor Trend today featuring the New KR. WOW!!!!!!!!!!!

Also in the article is a blurp about the Super Snake upgrade at "The Plant" for our 500's. Only 10K. And here's a quote, "The Super Snake will romp with more than 600HP, (possibly way more, Shelby says)." :eek: :eek: :eek: DOUBLE WOW. I'm tempted. It looks like a great package.................

See you guys in June....:D

2 more people.We're almost there!

2 more people.We're almost there!

Going, going .........Gone?......

Going, going .........Gone?......



1 more person???????????????????????????????????????????? ????

Nudge, nudge.

Nudge,Nudge!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Nudge, nudge.

Nudge, nudge or low blow?:D :D Not the same without the attached images.

Got your PM 07. I will be doing it the old fashion way. Drive and never ask for directions. See you some time in June.:D :D

Got your PM 07. I will be doing it the old fashion way. Drive and never ask for directions. See you some time in June.:D :D

Ok.I sent out to everyone involved.I was asked for the addresses for GPS so I sent them to everyone comming.:D

07 Shelby - A couple of questions.

Are you throwing a get together at your place on Thursday night as well?

I'll be arriving in the Detroit area sometime early Thursday afternoon. After ag 700 miles on the car I'm sure the car won't be in pristine condition. Can you recommend a place either near your place or the hotel where I can get the car detailed/washed? It would be nice to have the car look sharp for the tour. :) Thanks.

Aldy

07 Shelby - A couple of questions.

Are you throwing a get together at your place on Thursday night as well?

I'll be arriving in the Detroit area sometime early Thursday afternoon. After ag 700 miles on the car I'm sure the car won't be in pristine condition. Can you recommend a place either near your place or the hotel where I can get the car detailed/washed? It would be nice to have the car look sharp for the tour. :) Thanks.

Aldy

My wife and I are arriving on Thursday as well. First we're catching the Tigers game, but after than...who knows. We should try to organize all the early arrivals. Maybe we can all go out to dinner together or something.

07 Shelby - A couple of questions.

Are you throwing a get together at your place on Thursday night as well?

I'll be arriving in the Detroit area sometime early Thursday afternoon. After ag 700 miles on the car I'm sure the car won't be in pristine condition. Can you recommend a place either near your place or the hotel where I can get the car detailed/washed? It would be nice to have the car look sharp for the tour. :) Thanks.

Aldy



Why yes I am.If you are in town by all means come over.Everyone is welcome to come over Thursday and Friday if you are in town.Burgers,Brats,Potato Salad and Tuna salad is the fare of the day.There are local places to get your car done but you are all wecome to wash/detail your cars at my house.I have everything that you need.I have 2 locations at my house to wash cars.
Can't wait to see everyone,be careful driving.:D :D

I'm looking into a dyno session at the shop we talked about, 07. I'll be there Thursday for sure, maybe even Wednesday night.

I'm looking into a dyno session at the shop we talked about, 07. I'll be there Thursday for sure, maybe even Wednesday night.



Great,give me a call when you get in.I carry my cell with me.

So, my wife & I went to the Rockies game last night. Somewhere around the 6th inning, she looks over at me and says, "I wish we were driving to Detroit."
AAARRRRRGGGGG!!!!! :mad: I spent weeks trying to convince her it would be more fun to drive, but she didn't want to. We have non-refundable plane tix, and now she wants to drive.

Women. :confused:

So, my wife & I went to the Rockies game last night. Somewhere around the 6th inning, she looks over at me and says, "I wish we were driving to Detroit."
AAARRRRRGGGGG!!!!! :mad: I spent weeks trying to convince her it would be more fun to drive, but she didn't want to. We have non-refundable plane tix, and now she wants to drive.

Women. :confused:



Isn't love grand?I think you should listen to her and drive.:rolleyes: :rolleyes: Just my opinion though.:D :D

Isn't love grand?I think you should listen to her and drive.:rolleyes: :rolleyes: Just my opinion though.:D :D

Drive? Well I may driving, but most likely flying. Tranny is still out and headers are a matter of priority. Driver side manifold out and passenger side (the easier side) is being a pain in the you know what! If I am driving it won't be in the Shelby, so maybe I can rent a Hertz? How about it 07? I know Florida has the car of choice, but what about Monroe?:rolleyes: Tranny is still up in the air in more ways than one.:(

Drive? Well I may driving, but most likely flying. Tranny is still out and headers are a matter of priority. Driver side manifold out and passenger side (the easier side) is being a pain in the you know what! If I am driving it won't be in the Shelby, so maybe I can rent a Hertz? How about it 07? I know Florida has the car of choice, but what about Monroe?:rolleyes: Tranny is still up in the air in more ways than one.:(



I sure wish you were bringing the Shelby.I don't think we have a Tungsten without a 2nd gear.:rolleyes:Monroe, sorry you can't rent a Hertz in Monroe let alone Detroit.You have to go to a state where people have money,jobs and nice weather.We have those qualities but never all at the same time.;) I'm sure you could rent a GT.Just make sure you get up here.:D :D Hey,I sent everyone a PM and you haven't answered.Did you get it?I have to give Ford a list of people,need to know how many are comming.Maybe you could rent a Hertz down there and bring it up?Oh no, New York doesn't have them either do they?:D :D See you soon.........................07................... ........

I sure wish you were bringing the Shelby.I don't think we have a Tungsten without a 2nd gear.:rolleyes:Monroe, sorry you can't rent a Hertz in Monroe let alone Detroit.You have to go to a state where people have money,jobs and nice weather.We have those qualities but never all at the same time.;) I'm sure you could rent a GT.Just make sure you get up here.:D :D Hey,I sent everyone a PM and you haven't answered.Did you get it?I have to give Ford a list of people,need to know how many are comming.Maybe you could rent a Hertz down there and bring it up?Oh no, New York doesn't have them either do they?:D :D See you soon.........................07................... ........

07

Did not recieve a PM yester day. I did respond to a confirmation PM 5/31.
I am coming. Arrival 6/14 eve. Is there plenty of space for trailer parking @ Best Western ? Uncertain if I am bringing enclosed or open. Enclosed is 36'.
It would be hard to deal with a full lot and trying to load / unload in a full lot.

CAN'T WAIT
ILLEGAL

07

Did not recieve a PM yester day. I did respond to a confirmation PM 5/31.
I am coming. Arrival 6/14 eve. Is there plenty of space for trailer parking @ Best Western ? Uncertain if I am bringing enclosed or open. Enclosed is 36'.
It would be hard to deal with a full lot and trying to load / unload in a full lot.

CAN'T WAIT
ILLEGAL



ILLEGAL,
You are good to go,I got your PM.If you look again that post was for Shlbysvt.I still haven't heard from him,hope everything is ok.:confused:

ILLEGAL,
You are good to go,I got your PM.If you look again that post was for Shlbysvt.I still haven't heard from him,hope everything is ok.:confused:

07 I have sent you two PM's with regard to Romeo. I will send it again. If you do not receive it please let me know.

07 I have sent you two PM's with regard to Romeo. I will send it again. If you do not receive it please let me know.


I received 1 last night at 9:10 pm,thanks.

So, my wife & I went to the Rockies game last night. Somewhere around the 6th inning, she looks over at me and says, "I wish we were driving to Detroit."
AAARRRRRGGGGG!!!!! :mad: I spent weeks trying to convince her it would be more fun to drive, but she didn't want to. We have non-refundable plane tix, and now she wants to drive.

Women. :confused:

Hey PREZ, you could always use those tickets at a later time, I think??? And go wherever you want, I think??? Jheesh, I think too much!!!!!!!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Ball served back to you!!!!!!!!

07

Did not recieve a PM yester day. I did respond to a confirmation PM 5/31.
I am coming. Arrival 6/14 eve. Is there plenty of space for trailer parking @ Best Western ? Uncertain if I am bringing enclosed or open. Enclosed is 36'.
It would be hard to deal with a full lot and trying to load / unload in a full lot.

CAN'T WAIT
ILLEGAL



ILLEGAL,
There is plenty of room for loading/unloading your car.I checked it out a month ago.

07 not far behind you. Both driver side and passenger side headers are in but not torqued. Still awaiting X pipe and Bassani mufflers from Evolution. If only I had second gear.:rolleyes:

07 not far behind you. Both driver side and passenger side headers are in but not torqued. Still awaiting X pipe and Bassani mufflers from Evolution. If only I had second gear.:rolleyes:



You don't need no stinking 2nd gear in Detroit.:D You are moving a lot faster than I did so you can drive,eh.:rolleyes: Can't wait:) ,can't wait:) ,can't wait:)

I confirmed next Friday 6-15-07 with the plant manager,corporate planning and the photographer and they are looking forward to everyone comming.As each one of you come in town call my cell # and let me know you are here.There will be a feeding frenzy at my house Thursday and Friday so try to make it.Any questions PM me or call me if need be.Everyone have a safe trip and see you soon.I will e-mail directions to my house probably Sunday or Monday.

T minus one week!! can't wait!

WOO HOO!!!! Giggity, Giggity, Giggity :D :D :D

WOO HOO!!!! Giggity, Giggity, Giggity :D :D :D



Hey Prez,do I still have to wear a suit and call you "Your Majesty".;) ;)

Hey Prez,do I still have to wear a suit and call you "Your Majesty".;) ;)

Of course! :D :D :D

O7 SHELBY I should be arriving Thursday night I will call you when I arrive. Thanks for your hospitality.

ILLEGAL,
There is plenty of room for loading/unloading your car.I checked it out a month ago.

07

Thanks again, for taking care of us. I just did not want to get blocked in with major lot traffic. Getting my junk together and anxiously awaiting departure time !!!

Looking @ many soon. Every one be careful on your journey.

ILLEGAL

O7 SHELBY I should be arriving Thursday night I will call you when I arrive. Thanks for your hospitality.



Great,my pleasure.:D

I got a couple of phone calls from Romeo Engine Plant this morning.Everything is good to go there and at AAI.I was given 1 bit of advice.For those of you that are going they told me that 1 thing that people like to do is take a picture of their engine tag(with the mechanics signature) and print it out on 11"x17" photo paper.Bring it to the tour and the mechanics will sign it for you.Too bad both my mechanics have retired:( :(

I got a couple of phone calls from Romeo Engine Plant this morning.Everything is good to go there and at AAI.I was given 1 bit of advice.For those of you that are going they told me that 1 thing that people like to do is take a picture of their engine tag(with the mechanics signature) and print it out on 11"x17" photo paper.Bring it to the tour and the mechanics will sign it for you.Too bad both my mechanics have retired:( :(

Thanks, 07. I just had an 8x10 of my engine printed last night in hopes of getting it signed by my builders. I can't wait! :D

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I'm back from performing strike duty while our maintenance of way employees (Canadian Pacific Railway) went out on strike a month ago (May 14th). I was deployed to a location 1,000 KMs (600 miles) east from my home (Virden, Manitoba - I now know where the 'middle of nowhere' is), so that sucked. It's interesting work and I can honestly say that it's not that bad or that hard to do.

Everytime I drove a spike into a railroad tie, the song "I'm Working On A Railroad" kept my mind entertained. We had a great crew of 4 and had many laughs.

Anyways, I hope you all have a great time this coming weekend and may you all enjoy a fantastic, sunny and warm visit at both the plant and at 07 SHELBY's home.

Take care all.

:)

Ladies and Gentlemen,

I'm back from performing strike duty while our maintenance of way employees (Canadian Pacific Railway) went out on strike a month ago (May 14th). I was deployed to a location 1,000 KMs (600 miles) east from my home (Virden, Manitoba - I now know where the 'middle of nowhere' is), so that sucked. It's interesting work and I can honestly say that it's not that bad or that hard to do.

Everytime I drove a spike into a railroad tie, the song "I'm Working On A Railroad" kept my mind entertained. We had a great crew of 4 and had many laughs.

Anyways, I hope you all have a great time this coming weekend and may you all enjoy a fantastic, sunny and warm visit at both the plant and at 07 SHELBY's home.

Take care all.

:)

Thanks for the thoughts,should be a good time by all.

To all that are attending the tours,I am in the process even as I type to send e-mails with maps and verbage.If you do not receive it or there is a problem,PM,e-mail or call my cell #.Have a safe trip...............07.................

Best Western and Fred's place is where it's at. See all soon and safe journey to all, whether you are flyin or drivin.:D

I'll be leaving this afternoon for the trip east to Michigan. Everyone going have a safe trip and I will see you Thursday and Friday. Should be a lot of fun! :D

To all that are attending the tours,I am in the process even as I type to send e-mails with maps and verbage.If you do not receive it or there is a problem,PM,e-mail or call my cell #.Have a safe trip...............07.................

Thanks 07. See you soon. :D :D :D :D :D

We are heading out to the airport right now. Woo Hoo!!!!

have a safe trip!

for anyone getting in tonight *wednesday* there is a "cruise" on gratiot avenue in mount clemens, Michigan... right down town. I've taken the shelby out there the past 4 weeks, there are a ton of gorgeous cars out there though!

If anyone is interested in going, i'll be there with my roommates around 7:00pm, and will be there for awhile, then we'll be eating at the buffalo wild wings right off gratiot.

We are heading out to the airport right now. Woo Hoo!!!!

To All

Getting in the truck 5 30 pm central. Can't wait. See you all tomorrow!!

Be careful.

ILLEGAL

Headin out tomorrow after lunch, should be there early evening. Can't wait to meet everyone.

See you all tomorrow.........:D :D :D :D :D :D

Heading out the door. See all soon.:)

Should be leaving around 3 p.m. I have to wait for my son to get off work.:(

Have a safe trip everyone. I look foreward to seeing all of you.:)

Well arrived in Monroe at High Noon and 07 Shelby has met us with unprecedented hospitality. See all tonight.:D :D

Thanks to 07 for this great opportunity. The plant tours were really fun and all the forum members I had the chance to meet were really chill.

Anyone up for a trip to Japan to see the Subaru Tecnica International (STi) Headquarters?...

What a great "family outing"! Both AAI and Romeo were interesting and it was very cool to have such an opportunity for a behind the scenes look at our car's processes in life.

It was truly a pleasure to meet such a great group of people.

07, Tiffany and I thank you for this perhaps once in a lifetime event. Also, thanks to you and your family for hosting us.

Again, you're the best!

bj & tiffany

07 Can't thank-you enough for the GREAT time both the wife and I had!! The tours, the food, but most of all the people. Meeting all of you was just FANTASTIC. Hope everyone made it home Safely. Hope we can do it again sometime. Take care Jim & Sandy

07 would like to thank you for welcoming my sons and I for a great tour of AAI and Romeo as well as you and family's hospitality and generosity. We had a wonderful time and meeting all the members who were able to be present made for a memorable event. Thanks once again, Joe, Anthony and Chris.

Agreed!
Thank you sooooooo much 07. You mentioned it would probably be the last time I ever saw ya. I'd like to hope it is not. It was great to meet everyone, and I'd like to appologize for not being very outgoing, I'm kind of a shy one!

The tours were great, meeting Paul and Tim (engine builders) was definitely my highlight!

Hope everyone made it home safe and sound!

-Jameson

Thank you 07 SHELBY for your work in putting on the tour and opening your house to us. Gavin and I had a wonderful time and was able to make great memories of the Ford plant and meeting all of you guys. Wish we were closer to all of you, it was great sharing the same passion for our cars.

Pulled into the yard about 20 minutes ago! We have a very nice insect collection on the Shelby tonight! Not as extensive as Joe's was, but still impressive!

Excellent! Thanks for everything, 07 SHELBY and family! We had a terrific time! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Emily & Smitty