Introduce Yourself

[Digger_Dave]

I'm new on this forum. But not new to Bonneville. In the early 70's I did some of the announcing at the salt.
In 1998 I dragged a bunch of die hard hot rodders down to the salt. Next thing you know, we (this was a bunch of racer nuts)
built a car. It was called "North of 49" - a B/STR. We - well at least the guys that did the driving - never got into the 200 MPH Club.

The reason I have wound up on this forum is because I have been following Dale Armstrong and Bob Harris - part of the Treit and Armstrong team -
and the construction of the beautiful Target 550 car.
Both Bob and Dale live here in Calgary; my home town. 

[Freud]

Digger_Dave, Bob will share his knowledge with you.

He just doesn't know much.

FREUD

[Digger_Dave]

Digger_Dave, Bob will share his knowledge with you.

He just doesn't know much.

FREUD

Well I feel privileged to have you welcome me.
Here is a memory test for you. At the 2006 Speed Week (I think it was 2006) we ran into you coming out of the little grocery store
on the south side of Wendover. We had a long chat and you shared some tips on taking photos on the salt. You also extended an invitation
to a "shindig" you were holding that week. (sorry but we didn't get to it)

In addition to Bob Harris with whom I have had a long business relationship, and Dale Armstrong, I have been a long time friend of Mike Bishops.
(cheez, do you get the idea I'm a name dropper !) 

[Tman]

Welcome Dave!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, I hang out here as well. Don't tell anyone you know me, it's better that way!

[Freud]

I too am a name dropper.

They drop from my memory shortly after I hear them.

But, I never forget a gift.

FREUD

[Digger_Dave]

Welcome Dave!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, I hang out here as well. Don't tell anyone you know me, it's better that way!

O.K. - so who are you?  Did we ever meet? 
Thanks for the welcome.

Sad to say, health will prevent me from coming to the salt. (at least this year  )

[Digger_Dave]

But, I never forget a gift.

FREUD

Well, how about 36 rolls of expired (five years ago) 35 mm color film? (ASA 100)
(been in the fridge ever since I received a digital camera as a retirement gift)

[Ironsmith]

G'day all, My name is Gerard Smith and I'm coming over solo for my first look at Bonneville this year, after dreaming about it for years.
It's my first time in the USA also, so I'm very excited to get this opportunity and looking forward to meeting some of you.
I'm a 42yo mechanic and petrol-head from the south of New Zealand.
The plan is to fly into LAX on Sat am, get in my hired camper, learn real quick how to drive on the right side of the road and get up to the salt to sample the sights and sounds. I have about 4 weeks to look around, so I am planning to make the most if it!

Take care.

[mrdodge]

Hey Gerard. Welcome aboard, mate. Are you in for some fun or what? Be sure to call by Harris Family racing pits and say hi, you'll be very welcome. 

[wobblywalrus]

Garrard, have a good time.  It does not cost much to travel here.  Just rent something that gives good gas mileage that you can sleep in. - Bo

[Ironsmith]

Thanks MrDodge and Walrus.
I'll be sure to call in and say Hi.
I've rented a 2 berth camper for 30 days. The fuel will be cheap compared to what I'm used to paying!

The loose plan after the salt is to head to Indianapolis in time to catch the MotoGP, then maybe up to Dearborn for a look around the Factory, visit the Shelby Museum, slip north into Canada then back to Indianapolis for the US Nationals drag meet.

I'll be happy just to get there!

[Old Scrambler]

Welcome to the States.................and when in Indy at the GP, don't miss the Saturday evening Flat-Track races at the mile.

[Ironsmith]

Welcome to the States.................and when in Indy at the GP, don't miss the Saturday evening Flat-Track races at the mile.

Awesome! thanks for the tip Scrambler.

[Freud]

A flat track mile is a beauty to behold.

It's difficult to hold your breath for the entire race, but you need to.

FREUD

[robfrey]

Gerald,
Make sure you stop by and visit us at the #3838 Corvette pit.
Probably have a white gooseneck trailer, red vette with black and yellow numbers.
Lookin forward to meeting you.