The MBA Roundup Executive Committee is pleased to announce that our 4th Annual MBA Roundup main event is scheduled for Saturday, September 12th, 2026 - Start time - 8AM. Thanks to his continued generous offer, the event will again be hosted by KCMongo at Mongo's Garage, 800 S. Delaware St., Independence, MO.
As we have done in our previous events, there will be an informal gathering beginning late afternoon on Friday the 11th for early arrivals and anyone that wants to just get together for a little food, meeting up with old friends or introducing new folks before the main event on Saturday. Additionally, in honor of 9/11 and all those we lost because of events that day, we will be doing a small ceremony to recognize them.
The main events schedule for Saturday will be added here once we have things fully lined up, so watch for updates! Like last year, the day will include an initial gathering, T-shirt pick-up and meet and greet, with multiple tech sessions on various Stovebolt topics, a 'Bolters Swap Meet for folks that have stuff to offer to others, plus great food and fun for everyone attending. Some preliminary Tech Session info can be found in our Tech Guru Shakey61's Thread.
Steve "KCMongo" will add a flyer to the post to provide more details as he can get to it, as well as details on the design and plan for T-shirts. As with previous years, the event is open to all Stovebolters near and far, and we again extend an invite to members of the Genuine Chevy/GMC Truck Club of Kansas City. For now, please post any questions about the event in this thread, or PM me and we'll answer as best we can. We look forward to another awesome event and hope we will have even more trucks this year!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Here's this year's design for the gathering. I've ordered some stickers already to give out with this design. We will get another thread going for the T-shirts to get the list put together.
Thanks Steve for posting this years gathering design.
Looks fantastic!
As Steve mentioned, we’ll be getting a T-shirt ordering thread started soon.
As a heads up for anyone interested, we will again make ordering open to all ‘Bolters, even if you can’t attend the gathering. More details to come in the T-shirt post.
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
Steve, we have some blank hats that Vicki had left over from her days doing embroiding. Don’t know how many there are, but it should about 20. Trust me, the price is right,
Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
Just a note to any and all 'Bolters that plan on or might be able to attend. We'd love to hear from you so we can start getting an idea on how many folks and trucks will be coming??? Gotta start thinking "logistics" hahaha! That includes getting an idea on how many folks are going to want T-shirts.
PS - On the possible question "are their spots for folks to bring a camper again this year?", that is a definite yes!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
I second Dan on hoping you can make it Nathan. For those that may not know, there will be some kind of feed Friday night and of course lunch on Saturday.
Don
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1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
As always Mongo, you have a great design. You should get a job as a graphics designer. LOL (Actually, how many jobs can one person have? )
~ Peggy M 1949 Chevrolet 3804 "Charlie" - The Stovebolt Flagship In the Gallery "We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give." -- Winston Churchill
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
Mark - That is a very good question and will see what I can scare up for info.
Great to hear your planning on attending again this year. Always enjoy seeing you arrive with your '59 pulling the camper, and look forward to catching up with you!
PS - PM sent to Kevin and the Roundup Committee.
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~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Kevin is on my call list this afternoon and hope to have some info tonight. There was also a question about lodging and food, that should be answered tonight.
Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
What happened to Shakey's thread? Will there be any tech sessions?
Mark
Mark - Just a follow up note to say YES, there are currently tech sessions planned for the event. I don't recall off the top of my head what they were , but Kevin assures that there will be sessions to learn and enjoy.
On a related note, Steve (Mongo) now has a 4-post lift in his shop and someone is going to get an opportunity to put their truck on the lift so we can take a look at things on the underside, without having to crawl around on the concrete floor! Woohoo!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Sad to say I got a message from Craig "TUTS 59" that he and Alvin "Achipmunk" aren't going to be able to make the Roundup this year. Your presence will be missed.
How about the rest of you MBA and other region 'Bolters? Anyone else planning on coming that hasn't chimed in yet???
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Caleb - Glad to hear you and family are planning on attending.
I've also heard from Chris "oldieoldie" who has confirmed he'll be at the Roundup.
The list grows -
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
That's great to hear! Looking forward to seeing you!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Try and make it Friday Rock, I think we will be having a fry fest that evening and BBQ Saturday. That is along with several tech sessions Saturday.
Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
I intend to make it, unless the '53 Frankentruck has other plans.
Was hoping you'd be able to make it.
Originally Posted by 32Fordpuchoptop
Mark me down for a large T-shirt. Thanks!
For your T-shirt needs, please click on this thread 2026 MBA Roundup T-Shirt/Hat Orders and use the order form link there to place your order please and thanks.
Just the best way since there are multiple options for T-Shirts and you can request exactly what you want.
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
I've gotten word from Tim "57 Drifter" to confirm he will be attending the Roundup too.
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Tom - Glad to hear you and Danny will be attending. Looking forward to seeing you again!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
I'm planning on being there. Just booked at the comfort suites.
Looking forward to it.
Tim
I am currently digging back in to a 1953 3800 (one ton) with a nine foot bed. I've owned it since 1979, and drove it until 1982 (or so). My wife got me involved in restoring it back in 2002, got the body removed and the frame redone, then things came up. Now I am retired and starting again. If anyone is interested I have photos on Imagur ( https://timwhiteblues.imgur.com/ ). I live way back in the woods in the Ozarks on 40 acres at the end of a 2 1/2 mile private road.
Tim, Tom and Danny glad you all will be there! I hope to post the weekend menu tomorrow when I really start getting ready. Vicki and I should be at the garage midafternoon Friday.
Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
Tim - That's great news that you're coming up! Looking forward to seeing you again.
Don - You may need to up the ante on vittles quantities as our guest list seems to keep getting bigger.
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Dan, yes I already have about a week ago. I guess it's time to post the menu though.
Friday evening will be a heart stopper! Deep fried fish, hush puppies, fried cheeze triangles and sweet tator fries.
Saturday around noon will be a lot easier. Smoked pulled pork on buns, smoked/grilled BBQ chicken legs and loaded baked beans. Also, whatever is left over from Friday evening? Side dishes for lunch are welcome.
Don't know yet if Vicki is going to bake cookies for the event? Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Y'all have fun this Weekend. I really do wish Alvin and I could have made it this year, we always have a great time...
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Update, Vicki baked her made from scratch cookies today. We should be at the garage by mid afternoon Friday and setting up for the fish fry. We will miss you Tut’s and Alvin, but we will make due with what we have.
Don
Edit: No Alvin = more cookies to go around!
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1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery 1946 2-Ton grain truck 1946 3/4-ton pickup, 1953 1-ton pickup 1957 1-ton flatbed dually, 1954 Pontiac Straight Eight Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
We are almost there - whew! Today we will finish setting up at Mongo's for tomorrows big event. We did get the flag pole re-erected yesterday to allow us to proudly display our Nations Colors today in remembrance of 9/11 and tomorrow at the event.
The newly provided from HQ Stovebolt Flag will also be hung up to greet folks tomorrow. Many thanks to John M and Miss Peggy for their generous donation of this new flag to the MBA!
For those curious still on tomorrows tech topics, Kevin "Shakey61" reminded me that we are going to get a chance to do an underside review of Steve's winch truck currently elevated on his new to him 4-post lift in the morning, followed by a presentation by Mark "59 fleet" on Ammeters vs Voltmeters. Then in the afternoon after some BBQ prepped by Don "2-Ton", Kevin will be presenting the following three classes:
How to Find Phantom Battery Drains
How to Use Engine Ignition Analyzers
12VDC Air Conditioners
I think our guest list is longer than last years.
See you all soon!
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
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, but Kevin assures that there will be sessions to learn and enjoy.
Your presence will be missed.
