The Stovebolt Site Forums The Side Lot Old Dominion Stovebolt Society (MD, VA, West VA, DC, DE and PA) Tri-State Truck Show, Winchester

If going Friday afternoon I'd tag along for the restoration shop tour on my way home for the evening. I'd need to leave the shop and be on my way by 3:00.

Grigg

Sir, Unfortunately, the side trip is 28 Sep SATURDAY. Why? My two middle school sons' are not out of school until 3P.M. Friday putting us at the fairgrounds no earlier than 18:00 hrs. Sorry Grigg. V/R, Nick Cavallaro, Bel Air, MD

John has not even begun to see crazy hose beater yet!!!!!! Change location??? Never!! I will take the coveted Billy Spot and make him proud. Billy, I shall never let you down, Sir. Now John, Prolly. Lectric, darn skippy. I'm almost 85% ready to roll.

Gator, John??

That has a nice ring to it, Gator John!

Mike, Peggy says her Gator "ain't leavin' the farm."

Thanks for the gracious offer -- almost makes me take back calling you a crazy hose beater

You can keep calling me that, I'm taking notes as well as everyone else. I have some ranking power till the end of the show so that proper diciplinary sanctions can be leveled.

I'm joining the "trailer my truck to the truck show" club!

Get ready!

TrknGMC, I'm below you in Union Hall out by whistle stop store. What time you heading to the show, I'll be blowing by BnsMill after wife gets off work Fri. Heading to the show.

Alec, I appreciate you swinging by Grigg's to pick up the parts to carry to the show. Look forward to meeting you. Thank you!

No problem. They are now safely loaded in the truck. Looks like someone has a lot of work ahead of them.:-) There is still room for a cooler, thank goodness.
looking forward to meeting you as well.
-Alec

Mike R -- If you plan on bringing charges, please ensure you register them with the Sergeant At Arms in accordance with applicable ODSS ByLaws (This is shaping up to be a fun Formal Banquet!). If you are unfamiliar with said bylaws, the SAA will be glad to educate you And if you want to play games and pull rank, be advised that I have more games than Parker Brothers and stand ready to rumble!

TrknGMC --- My, my, my ... you are trailering to the show, and Ole Charlie is coming under his own power and on his own 4 wheels (poundin' babbit, baby!) ... how the worm has turned ...

Grigg -- Other than straps, do I have anything else of yours for the "Prisoner Exchange" ???

Duwop/AWinLex -- Standing by to receive parts for transport to SoMD fabrication shop.

Getting close!

Two trucks loaded and ready to roll out at 7:45 am for a rondevous with the ATHS BW convoy. 2 coolers full of ice, one Weber grill, 1 1952 2 ton, 1 golfcart and 1 "Lifeboat". Whew!! had truck repairs and P.M's done on another Tow vehicle. We also tested some of the Friday and Sat eve spirits. Could be a long trip tomarrow. See Ya'll there. I'll have an empty trailer in the afternoon if needed. Safe travels all.
Your Acting Camp Commandant
Mike

John, 4 straps is all I know of.
Thanks,
Grigg

Sir (Camp Commandant), May need to secure my empty Uhaul trailer by itself to something. Why? Sharon (wife) has taken up my offer to attend too and best for her to drive Chevrolet "dually" in/around Winchester without it. Ideas? Please advise. Thanks Mike. V/R, Nick Cavallaro, Bel Air, MD

Nick, plenty of safe trailer parking right by Camp Stovebolt. We usually back up to the fence across the field from camp.
Hope ya'll have fun.

Mikey, don't worry about the 2nd rate coot (he shouldn't sell himself short, hes a 1st rate coot in my book!:)). Its your show, you are in charge!

Duwop I'm rolling up Saturday morning. See you at the show!

Brother Roache

I acknowledge and respect your acting post of Camp Commendant. Just remember, with power comes great responsibility.

GreenMachine is ready to roll. Awaiting SMD convoy.

See you tomorrow!!!

Don't forget to take lots of pictures and videos for those less fortunate that cannot make it!
darn, I wish I was there. The weather looks like it is/will be superb.

I already got word from camp Stovebolt. They are having a beautiful evening, about 130 trucks there and the hubs for my GMC arrived from S Va!

Just got in from Chores. Charlie reports ready to roll in AM. Let's hope Hambone meets with success in the morning and Charlie rolls with two green machines tomorrow

Roger your hubs, Billy.

Anyone bringing firewood and a fire pit? I have one ready if not alrready on the list.

We'll need to procure wood locally as it is not a good idea to move firewood (Emerald Ash Borer, among other tree pests).

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Ah good point. I will bring the pit and some 2x4s to burn.

Sir, Appreciate the info regarding where I might stow an empty uhaul trailer. I will miss you this weekend, especially the opportunity to have you meet my wife and 2 of our children. You live nearest to us and maybe we will meet up next year. Thanks Billy. V/R, Nick Cavallaro, Bel Air, MD

Mike has a functioning fire pit, several were keeping warm around it this evening.

Very nice weather thus far.

Grigg

Could see a few of the trucks from 81 last night, hope you all have a great turn out. I guess it would increase the noise at fairgrounds but it would be nice to get the bushes etc cut between fairground and highway.

Gentleman are enjoying refreshments around camp this evening. Looking like a lot of trucks and fellow bolters in attendance at this years event.

ODSS members, We arrived 18:30 cause of traffic which was too late for chow. Plan to go back on-site this A.M. Looks like beautiful day ahead. V/R, Nick Cavallaro, Bel Air, MD

ODSS Guys, Grigg's Wife, and Andrew's Girlfriend: It was really nice to see old friends, meet new friends, and to have folks take time to review the effort underway to restore my '52 'Burb. I am greatful for all the help provided. Thanks. V/R, Nick Cavallaro, Bel Air, MD

Reporting from camp Stovebolt. I hope all the headed home made it safely. We are turning in for the evening to break camp tomorrow.

Nick, let me know if the truck performs a little better when you get it home.

Sir, When I got home and fired up the old green truck it was purring like a just fed kitty once operating temperature was reached. My wife commented how smart John and you were to think of asking to grab that vacuum advance from that 1961 235 engine sitting on that warn out frame beside Jerry McDonald's shop. I told her how appreciative I was and that I knew you could fix the engine problem but maybe not today because lack of time or finding a new vacuum advance. You proved me wrong and am smiling humbly. Now I need to get some more rest before off to church and work later this morning. Thanks again Sweet. V/R, Nick

Anytime Brother Nick.

I hope your ride to work (if you took the truck) put a smile on your face.

Another great Winchester! If you weren't there, ya shoulda been. If you were, you kno wut I mean

A special mention of Brother Roache's fine execution of his duties as acting interim Camp Commandant. I humbly recommend him for an ODSS Meritorious Achievement Award as well as promotion to Deputy Camp Commandant (Probationary).

Same for Brother Josh and his outstanding display of the culinary arts. Thanks for keeping us fed!

Yes all of the above and then some for all who attended. Great times and enjoyed seeing everyone.

We also had a good time at the show. One of the best around; already looking forward to next year.

Billy, you need One Of These and the 2014 callendar at work.

Grigg

Really sorry I didn't find you guys on Friday. I drove around the camping area and inside the show areas for a while in my '57 looking for a familiar face....none was found.

Camping site showed signs of good times being had.

Cosmos, while I was at the site a gentleman came by and wanted to buy your truck. My dad was a used car salesmen and he taught me "anything is for sale". So, I sold it to him!!

Hope to see you guys next time!

Victor

Victor, We got your note. Very sorry to have missed ya. We were at the show and did'nt know till we got back.