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[DCR]

Recently, Farmer 52 (Ken) and I were talking about having a local show for BMT members, and those invited by BMT members, where we can look at the trucks and have plenty of good conversations. A smaller show is much more intimate as opposed to a Macungie or the other large shows. I was at Macungie this June and it was a great show but many times there were so many people around a truck you didn't know who owned it, who to ask questions to or there was no one around. A smaller show would be much more personal and we could all sit around and talk about our trucks and have a great show and tell.

We have chosen Saturday, October 29th as the date and rather than having it at a public facility it is going to be held at my home. I have room for about 25 trucks and a large garage where we can sit and talk if the weather is not cooperating. I live about a mile off of I 80 at Exit 234 in Hubbard, OH. This exit is the last/first in Ohio and has a Flying J, Truck World and Loves truck stops. There are also hotels available nearby.

The hours would be from 10 to 4 and my wife and I will provide a picnic type lunch and drinks for everyone. Because of the liability involved there will not be any alcohol permitted.

At this point, we need to know how many would be interested in attending. Please contact me by any of the following:
Private Message on BMT forum
E Mail at funeraldir@aol.com
Phone 330-550-6020

Looking forward to a great time. Further info and directions will be made available as we get closer to the time.

Denny

[farmer52]

Hey Denny! The post looks good. I hope there is a good turnout. I am planning to attend (if I survive Gerhart's). Let me know if you need any help.

BTW I sent personal invites to Freightrain and Greg Rider.

Thanks!
Ken

[75T]

Count me in. were you at Dick Best's open house?

[Doug Maney]

Are you coming to Mack Days at Gerharts? There is typically 150 trucks and a more laid back setting.
You are learning what the difference is between a truck show and a car show. At a truck show, most guys park their trucks and head off to enjoy the show. Car show attendees park their cars, open their hoods and trunks, sit on their lawn chairs at the back of their cars and don't talk to anyone except those who talk to them about their cars. I got sick of that a long time ago>
If you want to track a truck oner down, simply ask around. Most times it will only take a few people to get to the owner. Be patient, he is there to enjoy the show too!

[DCR]

Thanks Ken. Saw pictures of your wheels - look great.


75T - Yes, I was at Dick Best's open house. Did we meet?

Denny

[DCR]

Doug,

Have to be at a wedding in Boyertown the same time, will not be at Gerhart's.

Denny

[DCR]

Repeating a Previous post:

Recently, Farmer 52 (Ken) and I were talking about having a local show for BMT members, and those invited by BMT members, where we can look at the trucks and have plenty of good conversations. A smaller show is much more intimate as opposed to a Macungie or the other large shows. I was at Macungie this June and it was a great show but many times there were so many people around a truck you didn't know who owned it, who to ask questions to or there was no one around. A smaller show would be much more personal and we could all sit around and talk about our trucks and have a great show and tell.

We have chosen Saturday, October 29th as the date and rather than having it at a public facility it is going to be held at my home. I have room for about 25 trucks and a large garage where we can sit and talk if the weather is not cooperating. I live about a mile off of I 80 at Exit 234 in Hubbard, OH. This exit is the last/first in Ohio and has a Flying J, Truck World and Loves truck stops. There are also hotels available nearby.

The hours would be from 10 to 4 and my wife and I will provide a picnic type lunch and drinks for everyone. Because of the liability involved there will not be any alcohol permitted.

At this point, we need to know how many would be interested in attending. Please contact me by any of the following:
Private Message on BMT forum
E Mail at funeraldir@aol.com
Phone 330-550-6020

Looking forward to a great time. Further info and directions will be made available as we get closer to the time.

Denny

[Rob]

I may see if I can attend. That is about 500 miles and no mountains.

Rob

[farmer52]

Denny - how is the response to this gathering? I hope the weather is nice.

[DCR]

Ken, other than you and 75T, there has been no response. If there is no further interest I will cancel things.

Denny

[41chevy]

Wish you guys were closer nobody does that here on the island, but for me it's close to 800 miles each way.

[shortstack]

Wish I could, but it's too far not to mention if you're sending rain this way it would be upstream all the way! Trey

[DCR]

Just a reminder about the Mack show at my home in Hubbard, OH on October 29. It looks like there will be several trucks present. It will be a time to sit around and talk trucks. Please let me know if you are planning on attending. My address is 1469 Hubbard Thomas Rd, Hubbard, Oh. Contact me at 330 550 6020 or through BMT.

Denny

[fxfymn]

Denny,

I'd love to come, but you know how far it is from VA to your place. Next time you're in town look me up.

Carl

[Freightrain]

I got it marked down for next week. B model or not, I got plans to be there.

[DCR]

Carl, The next time I'm in Virginia visiting my brother I will contact you.

Larry, You are welcome with B model or not. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Denny

[farmer52]

Only three (3) days until DCR's (Denny's) show in Hubbard, OH. Forecast is for a few showers and high in the low 50s. If the "spudmobile" starts I will be there!

[DCR]

Just watched the 11:00 news/weather and Saturday is forecasted to be 50 and sunshine. Rain is moving out! My address is 1469 Hubbard Thomas Rd. Hubbard, OH. Hubbard is on the Ohio/Pennsylvania border located off of I80 Exit 234. The show will be from 10 to 4. Coffee and donuts in the morning and picnic lunch in the afternoon and it is all free. You just need to show up.

Call me at 330-550-6020 if you have any questions.

Denny

[mackdaddy]

I'd love to be there! But I am in Oregon now however, an original New Castle, PeeeeA native. I agree with your take on having a laid back get together.

[farmer52]

Excellent event today despite the light rain and cold temperature, eight (8) Macks including Denny's two (2) (2-MHs, 2-Bs, F, RW, CH, and R) were parked in his drive. I am sure his neighbors were wondering what in the heck was happening with all these BIG toys. Denny and his wife were the BEST hosts and the food was GREAT too! BMT members attending were Freightrain, 75T, DCR and farmer52 (total of 11 people attended). Hopefully we persuaded a few others to join in the BMT "fun". We talked about another show/meet again next year (probably late October after Gerhart's). I will post some pics later.