SCMC/Ted Russell Ford's Mustang and Ford Show/ Dragon Run IX -- October 11-12, 2008

[cobrabitn]

The SCMC invites everyone to come out to our sixth annual Ted Russell Mustang and Ford Show. The date is October 11, 2008 with the Dragon Run on October 12, 2008.

About the event:

Ted Russell Ford has supported the SCMC, TN Chapter, since 2003. This is our sixth show and each year it has grown more and more. This year we will be adding more to the event to make it even more enjoyable.

Additions will include the following items:

1. Complimentary refreshments (hot dogs and drinks)
2. Custom Dash Plaques free to the first 75 preregistered show cars
3. Custom event tee shirt free to the first 75 preregistered show cars
4. Unique "jewelry box" awards, specific to this event
5. An option for other clubs to get their logos on the event tees by simply having 15 club cars preregister for the show.
6. Goodie bags

The show is still the same price as last year, $20.00 per entry with a $5.00 late fee after October 1, 2008.

About the "Dragon Run":

We will be taking a trip on Sunday to the "Dragon" which consists of 318 curves in 11 miles. This section of road is like running an autocross on the highway.

This year we will run the dragon to Deals Gap for a break and any souvenir shopping anyone wants to do. Then we will make the return trip on the dragon, so this year we will do the dragon in both directions. Afterwards we will head back to Townsend, TN and then up 321 N towards our destination where we will have lunch and a miniature golf tournament. There are a variety of stores at this location too, so there is ample opportunity to shop/window shop as well. This location is also better for getting out afterwards to head home for everyone. Those heading back towards Knoxville will have two routes to choose from and they should not get stuck in traffic like last year.

A schedule with the meet time and location as well as the specific details will be given out at the end of the Ted Russell Show.

Please email Allan at RFCobra@SVTCobraClub.com to sign up for the Dragon Run or if you have any questions. We need to know your name, vehicle (year, make, color), how many passengers you will have with you, and if you want to join us for lunch and if you will participate in the miniature golf tournament so we can get an idea of how many are planning to go. We will not post the list of attendees for the Dragon Run.

Remember to bring your two way radios. Cell phone reception is spotty at best and we use the two way to relay important information while driving.


P.S. You must be present to get the dash plaque, event tee, and jewelry box award.

Sponsors for goodie prizes:

Year One - fans, decals, caps, and goodie bags www.yearone.com
American Muscle - Multiple type products www.americanmuscle.com
Mustang Monthly - License plate frames and magazines www.mustangmonthly.com
Data Plates Plus - dash plaques www.dataplatesplus.com
Mustangs Unlimited - www.mustangsunlimited.com
Lethal Performance - www.lethalperformance.com
Meguiars - www.meguiars.com

Preregistered participants:

01. Steve and Crystal Lorah, '03 Cobra convertible
02. Mike Williamson, '93 Cobra hatchback
03. David Lynn, '07 Shelby GT coupe
04. Shelly Lynn, '05 Saleen coupe
05. George Shields, '01 Bullitt
06. Sharon Sheilds, '98 GT convertible
07. Gary Bell, '03 coupe
08. Glen MacIntyre, '05 GT coupe
09. Larry Crum, '01 Bullitt
10. Mike Haynes, '04 Mach I
11. David and Paula Lapota, '07 GT coupe
12. Ronald Crum, '65 GT 2+2
13. Christie Leonard, '03 coupe
14. Robert and Barbara Miller, '04 GT convertible
15. Jamie Estes, '07 Roush coupe
16. Kena Estes, '07 Roush convertible
17. Ben O'Brien - 1993 Teal SVT Cobra Hatchback
18. Alan Keyes - 2005 Blue Mustang GT Coupe
19. Leon Luck - 2004 Mystichrome SVT Cobra Coupe
20. Allan Scott - 2004 Redfire SVT Cobra Coupe
21. Stacy Gallop - 1988 Mustang GT Coonvertible
22. Joe Hawes - 2003 Mach 1 Coupe
23. Greg Rape - 1996 Laser Red SVT Cobra Coupe
24. Greg Peppers - 2003 Torch Red SVT Cobra Coupe
25. Nathan Vaughn - 2003 Azure Blue Mach 1 Mustang Coupe
26. Tom Christensen - 2004 Black Mach 1 Mustang Coupe
27. Tom Christensen - 1995 Black SVT Cobra Convertible/Coupe
28. Tom Christensen - 1995 Black SVT Cobra Convertible/Coupe
29. Sue Curd - 2004 Red SVT Cobra Convertible
30. Brian Erickson - 1997 Pacific Green SVT Cobra Coupe
31. Bill Fox - 1967 Ford XL 500 Coupe
32. Raymond Fuller - 1967 Black Mustang Coupe
33. Jim and Pam Gillett - 1998 BAB SVT Cobra Convertible
34. Ray Griffiths - 2003 Redfire SVT Cobra Convertible
35. Richard Groves - Antique Ford
36. Denny Henderson - 1998 BAB SVT Cobra Coupe
37. Terry Hunt - 2001 Zinc Yellow Mustang Coupe
38. Steven Jarrett - 2000 Black Mustang Coupe
39. Jordan Jones - 2002 Black Mustang Coupe
40. Tim Jones - 1999 Electric Green SVT Cobra Coupe
41. Dennis Kirchdoerfer - 1999 White SVT Cobra Convertible
42. Doug Lehring - 2003 Azure Blue Mustang Mach 1
43. Jeffrey Lumpkins - 1999 Black SVT Cobra Convertible
44. Wayne Moore - 2008 White Mustang Convertible
45. Larry MUzzy - 2003 White Roush Mustang Coupe
46. Sue Muzzy - 2001 Red Mustang Convertible
47. David Payne - Street Rod
48. Larry Payne - 1969 Blue Mach 1 Fastback
49. Jim Pennington - 1995 Red Mustang GT Coupe
50. Zach Seely - 1995 Red Mustang Coupe
51. Brian Strossner - 2004 Yellow Saleen Convertible
52. Sam Stubbs - 1950 Blue F-100 Pickup


Show Judges:

1. Leon Luck - 2004 Mystichrome SVT Cobra Coupe
2. Allan Scott - 2004 Redfire SVT Cobra Coupe
3. Tony Sorrentino - 1994 Rio Red SVT Cobra Coupe
4. Steve Lorah - 2003 Zinc Yellow SVT Cobra Convertible
5. Ben O'Brien - 1993 Teal SVT Cobra Hatchback
6. Crystal Lorah - 2003 Zinc Yellow SVT Cobra Convertible
7. Burke Dawson - 1999 Rio Red SVT Cobra Convertible
8. George Shields - 2001 Green Bullitt Mustang

Sign up on line by clicking here:

http://www.scmcstore.com/store/produ...78&cat=0&page=

[RF Cobra]

The registration form for the 2008 Ted Russell Ford Show is attached.

The host hotel will be the Hilton Garden Inn. It is right by the hotel that we stayed at last year. Click here for the hotel's website if you want more information about where we are staying.

Hotel Registration:
Registration at the Hilton Garden Inn is now available. When you resister with the hotel either by calling or via the Internet, be sure to give them the group code: SVT in order to get the discounted group rates.

We currently have 20 rooms being held. 10 have one King and the other 10 have 2 Queen beds.

The cutoff date is 9/10/2008. After this it will be based solely on availability so make your reservation early to make sure you get a space!

The rooms are setup for Friday and Saturday night. However, if you are staying Sunday night you will still be able to get the group price for Sunday night as well. If for some reason you have a problem getting the rate for Sunday let me know ASAP.


Hotel Parking:
While there is ample parking for vehicles, there is limited space for trailers (2 max.) without causing parking problems for others.

Trailer parking will be available at Ted Russell Ford both Friday night and Saturday night inside the gated area. Please note that on Sunday the gates will not be unlocked until 1 PM. This should not be a problem if you are going on Dragon Run VII. If you need to get your trailer before then on Sunday you can park in the ungated area of the dealership.


Dinner:
There are several dining choices available right by the hotel. We would like to try to eat as a group on Friday and Saturday nights to provide some extra social time for everyone. You do not have to be staying at the Hilton to participate. If you are interested in doing this please post when you think you will be available and we will work on setting up a time and place.


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[red04svtcobra]

How far is Ted Russell from Mooresville? What is the address there? I would like to attend just need to see if it isn't that far of a drive.

[RF Cobra]

It's closer than it is from my house.

It really isn't a bad drive, you are looking at around 245 miles from 77 at Mooresville to the motel depending on your route. You can go I-40, through the GSM park on 441, or take the back way via 129 and run the dragon. If you go I-40 just be sure to plan your trip to avoid heavy traffic times in Asheville and Knoxville. If you go through the GSM on 441 leave early as that road is heavily travelled and gets backed up during the day. It's not uncommon to get passed by snails and turtles on that road if you try to take it in the afternoon.

We try to get a group to go over together on Friday from NC/VA/SC etc. Last year it was only 2 of us, but we will try to do it again this year. We will be looking at an early afternoon arrival time at the hotel to beat evening rush hour traffic and will take one of the three routes above.

The dealership and hotel addresses are on the registration form PDF in post #2. We have a great time and also try to change it a little each year on Sunday to keep it from being the same thing every year (you may want to get a Redfire though to be able to keep up on the Dragon ). Steve does a great job as our tour guide for the Dragon, and watching the group do the "snake" on the highway is always great to watch. I hope you can join us.

I am also looking into an additional challenge for those that attend Dragon Run VIII on Sunday. Details to follow...

Originally Posted by red04svtcobra

How far is Ted Russell from Mooresville? What is the address there? I would like to attend just need to see if it isn't that far of a drive.

[red04svtcobra]

Thanks Allan I will try and make it. If I go I will more than likely just go the I-40 route and just sleep in the car or just show up early Sat morning for the show. I won't be able to run the Dragon but if I did I'm sure my TR would be up front with the best!! LOL

[RF Cobra]

I hope you can make it. I want you to show me what you can do with that new camera of yours!

Originally Posted by red04svtcobra

Thanks Allan I will try and make it. If I go I will more than likely just go the I-40 route and just sleep in the car or just show up early Sat morning for the show. I won't be able to run the Dragon but if I did I'm sure my TR would be up front with the best!! LOL

[RF Cobra]

Info about the Hilton Garden Inn and parking has been updated in post #2.

[SonicBlue]

Originally Posted by RF Cobra

It really isn't a bad drive, you are looking at around 245 miles from 77 at Mooresville to the motel depending on your route. You can go I-40, through the GSM park on 441, or take the back way via 129 and run the dragon. If you go I-40 just be sure to plan your trip to avoid heavy traffic times in Asheville and Knoxville.

Traffic Alert for anyone coming Westbound on I-40 into Knoxville.

I-40 is closed between exits 388 & 389 in downtown Knoxville until June 30, 2009. More details here.

The detour is to take the I-640 bypass. You can see a map here.

[venomnous99]

I will be in class Saturday, but I would like to meet up with everyone for the Dragon run.

[03cobraboy]

I couldnt make it last year,But this year its on.

[RF Cobra]

Thanks for the construction update!

Originally Posted by SonicBlue

Traffic Alert for anyone coming Westbound on I-40 into Knoxville.

I-40 is closed between exits 388 & 389 in downtown Knoxville until June 30, 2009. More details here.

The detour is to take the I-640 bypass. You can see a map here.

[RF Cobra]

We'll get more details out on the Dragon soon. If you remind me (PM or email) closer to time I will send you all the details. I'd love to get to see your Cobra.

Originally Posted by venomnous99

I will be in class Saturday, but I would like to meet up with everyone for the Dragon run.

[RF Cobra]

Don't let time slip up on you! Be sure to get your preregistration in so you can be one of the first 75 and get the free shirt and dash plaque!

[cobrabitn]

On line payment for the show is now up. Thanks Edmond!!!

http://www.scmcstore.com/store/produ...78&cat=0&page=

[Redn3ck]

this is open to all mustangs ? correct

when does the dragon run start i live about a hour and half from Knoxville and was wondering if i was gonna be able to drive down and back for both events