Oldsmobile Road Trip!--where are you?
April 19th, 2009, 05:29 PM
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Oldsmobile Road Trip!--where are you?
Thought it might be a good idea to start the planning now. My plan is this: to drive the just restored '68 442 from Phoenix back to NYC in June.
Even though I've driven across the country and back, oh, 7 or 8 times now, I thought it might be cool to see where most of you are and maybe attempt to meet up with some people during my nightly stops.
Because the temps are going to be heating up, even though the engine and transmission are completely rebuilt, I figured it's best to try the northern route. It looks like I'll be travelling through Denver, Omaha, DeMoines, Davenport, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo (to see friends and family), and then home. I also have some friends and family in the Detroit area, so that is a probable night stop as well.
In any event, would be cool to gather up some Olds' and hang out. So, drop me a line if you're interested.
Tom
Even though I've driven across the country and back, oh, 7 or 8 times now, I thought it might be cool to see where most of you are and maybe attempt to meet up with some people during my nightly stops.
Because the temps are going to be heating up, even though the engine and transmission are completely rebuilt, I figured it's best to try the northern route. It looks like I'll be travelling through Denver, Omaha, DeMoines, Davenport, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo (to see friends and family), and then home. I also have some friends and family in the Detroit area, so that is a probable night stop as well.
In any event, would be cool to gather up some Olds' and hang out. So, drop me a line if you're interested.
Tom
April 20th, 2009, 06:33 AM
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Thought it might be a good idea to start the planning now. My plan is this: to drive the just restored '68 442 from Phoenix back to NYC in June.
Even though I've driven across the country and back, oh, 7 or 8 times now, I thought it might be cool to see where most of you are and maybe attempt to meet up with some people during my nightly stops.
Because the temps are going to be heating up, even though the engine and transmission are completely rebuilt, I figured it's best to try the northern route. It looks like I'll be travelling through Denver, Omaha, DeMoines, Davenport, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo (to see friends and family), and then home. I also have some friends and family in the Detroit area, so that is a probable night stop as well.
In any event, would be cool to gather up some Olds' and hang out. So, drop me a line if you're interested.
Tom
Even though I've driven across the country and back, oh, 7 or 8 times now, I thought it might be cool to see where most of you are and maybe attempt to meet up with some people during my nightly stops.
Because the temps are going to be heating up, even though the engine and transmission are completely rebuilt, I figured it's best to try the northern route. It looks like I'll be travelling through Denver, Omaha, DeMoines, Davenport, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo (to see friends and family), and then home. I also have some friends and family in the Detroit area, so that is a probable night stop as well.
In any event, would be cool to gather up some Olds' and hang out. So, drop me a line if you're interested.
Tom
April 20th, 2009, 03:39 PM
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Tom, I'm minutes from I80 and I90 just west Cleveland Ohio and would be more than happy to be a stop for you on your trip. You can e-mail me at wmachine@shubes.net
Pretty hard to go from Detroit to Buffalo without going through these here parts.
There are lots of members here in The Buckeye state so you don't want to leave anybody out wmachine.
Date and time? Bring a covered side dish and lawn chairs?
April 20th, 2009, 03:42 PM
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April 20th, 2009, 03:46 PM
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Haha. Well, nothing is set in stone. Figure I'd pick the best places to stop (i.e., the most Oldsmobiles, person with the coldest beer, etc. lol.)
And I'll most likely drive AROUND Chicago. If I drive through Ohio instead of through Detroit, then I'll definitely miss it.
Dates? Hmm...need to be back in NYC the evening of June 27th, so probably the 25th or so.
And I'll most likely drive AROUND Chicago. If I drive through Ohio instead of through Detroit, then I'll definitely miss it.
Dates? Hmm...need to be back in NYC the evening of June 27th, so probably the 25th or so.
April 20th, 2009, 04:03 PM
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running straight across 80 will keep you out of the worst of the mess in chi town, just pick your running times strategically. I sorta know where jay is depending on work/$ I would be willing to make the trip. It would be nice to see a finished 68. 
April 21st, 2009, 04:57 AM
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April 21st, 2009, 07:38 PM
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Another Buckeye here, I am 3 miles from the GM Lordstown Plant. Exits for I-76 & I-80 are nearby. I always have a "few" cold beers around. I've always said sometimes the trip can be the best part of the vacation. Before u go u should get the location and phone#'s of some "Olds" guys in case something happens and u need a part. Later, Ken
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you won't be there then but you might want to run up and down the street!!
April 24th, 2009, 05:50 AM
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April 24th, 2009, 09:16 AM
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Cool, guys. Keep em rolling in. I'll be figuring out the route.
And I should be able to meet up before I head out of Phoenix. I'll probably be there a couple days testing the car out and making sure everything is a-ok.
And I should be able to meet up before I head out of Phoenix. I'll probably be there a couple days testing the car out and making sure everything is a-ok.
April 24th, 2009, 08:19 PM
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I'm about 10 miles north of Philly, and I'm not too far from Trenton, NJ which is an easy way to get to the NJ Turnpike for the rest of your trip home.
June's kinda a tight month for me though, between Homecomming and a few weddings and my anniversary, don't know if I can meet up if you come by this way. Plus you'll have to take 76 in Ohio and not take 80. Doesn't matter thou, both 80 and 76 are boring in PA..
Let me know dates
June's kinda a tight month for me though, between Homecomming and a few weddings and my anniversary, don't know if I can meet up if you come by this way. Plus you'll have to take 76 in Ohio and not take 80. Doesn't matter thou, both 80 and 76 are boring in PA..
Let me know dates
April 25th, 2009, 08:24 AM
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Off I-90 in Rochester, about 75 miles east of Buffalo is Bill Travato's BTR Performance. I personally haven't met him (but am planning on it) but EVERYONE in the Oldsmobile world should know of him.
Also in Macedon, NY (20 miles east of Rochester) is the largest cruise night in the area on Wednesday nights at the Log Cabin restaurant. Usually between 700 and 1000 vehicles and a pretty good Old's contingent too.
Also in Macedon, NY (20 miles east of Rochester) is the largest cruise night in the area on Wednesday nights at the Log Cabin restaurant. Usually between 700 and 1000 vehicles and a pretty good Old's contingent too.
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