Carlisle Chrysler Nats July 13-15 2018

[Bad B-rad]

I have been to the Mopar Nats a ton of times, but this will be my first year going to the Carlisle event.
I have been  told for YEARS how this event has become the best one to attend.


Anything can happen, but I am REALLY hoping to drive to this event 100% in my 1969, Charger, or in my buddies 1972 Dodge "camper special" truck.
The 1972 was bought new by his grandpa, so it should be a GREAT TIME!!!!!!!
Funny how it feels so far away, yet iy will be here before I know it!!!
I better get my butt in gear and get my car DONE!!!!!!

[moparjohn]

It is, IMO, the best show.  So yes get ready. John

[alfaitalia]

Its on my bucket list......No way its happening in the next year or two.....to much cash that is needed elsewhere! Would be great to celebrate completion of mine with a trip there. But one thing is for certain....I will go eventually...and I will take a fist full of photos of Project Blue Flame and proudly show them to anyone who stands near me for long enough!!

[Draco]

I have been to the Mopar Nats a ton of times, but this will be my first year going to the Carlisle event.
I have been  told for YEARS how this event has become the best one to attend.


Anything can happen, but I am REALLY hoping to drive to this event 100% in my 1969, Charger, or in my buddies 1972 Dodge "camper special" truck.
The 1972 was bought new by his grandpa, so it should be a GREAT TIME!!!!!!!
Funny how it feels so far away, yet iy will be here before I know it!!!
I better get my butt in gear and get my car DONE!!!!!!


  The Carlisle Mopar show is a must. I am lucky enough that I live less than an hour away. If you plan to stay at a motel, book it soon. I will be there on Friday.

[Bad B-rad]

I just check it out, I am 3HR 20 min away from Carlisle.
I have to get a solid plan together, I may do the camping thing, if I don't do the hotel.

[RiverRaider]

I just check it out, I am 3HR 20 min away from Carlisle.
I have to get a solid plan together, I may do the camping thing, if I don't do the hotel.

That's close, it's worth the drive, We come from Wisconsin every year. 

[Bronzedodge]

Less than 5 weeks away.  Do your tune ups and change your fluids now.   

[Alaskan_TA]

I was there yesterday just because I can. 

[VegasCharger]

Just booked my spots. They're going quick and I was lucky to get 3 in a row. The guy gave me a buy 2 spots get the 3rd spot free since I'm a first time participant. Also reserved a cheap hotel a week ago 20 miles down the road.

Can't wait to be at my first Chrysler Carlisle show.

[1973rallye]

Just booked my spots. They're going quick and I was lucky to get 3 in a row. The guy gave me a buy 2 spots get the 3rd spot free since I'm a first time participant. Also reserved a cheap hotel a week ago 20 miles down the road.

Can't wait to be at my first Chrysler Carlisle show.

Major envy Bryan.  Thinking that maybe next year going without the car to scope it out for the following year. Long trip from my home (30 plus hours driving). My car was well received in Farmington, would love to show it off at Carlisle.

[VegasCharger]

Major envy Bryan.  Thinking that maybe next year going without the car to scope it out for the following year. Long trip from my home (30 plus hours driving). My car was well received in Farmington, would love to show it off at Carlisle.

Thanks Ray.

Your 73 is off the hook. Well done restoration. No BS and very factory detailed with very good taste. The 73s are major targets for bafoonary performed on them but NOT yours by any means. Should be well received in Carlisle too.

And I just upgraded from a 20 mile away Motel room to a 11 mile away Hotel room.

[4cruzin]

It is 22 days and 20 hours away as of this post!  Already planning this years adventure!   

[bakerhillpins]

Just booked my spots. They're going quick and I was lucky to get 3 in a row. The guy gave me a buy 2 spots get the 3rd spot free since I'm a first time participant. Also reserved a cheap hotel a week ago 20 miles down the road.

Can't wait to be at my first Chrysler Carlisle show.

Bryan, (nice!)

Let us know where you are so we can stop in and say Hello. Carlisle is a LOT of fun. If you walk the field of chargers you will see a lot of us up there. If you need a spot to cool off look for the 3x black 69 from NH and feel free to introduce yourself! Lots of times I end up trying to hang out with the cool kids under the 70 tent so that's a good spot to chat folks up too.

It is 22 days and 20 hours away as of this post!  Already planning this years adventure!   

Ugh. don't remind me. So many things to do.

Bryan

[dual fours]

The Schedule and Map is up for 2018. http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-chrysler-nationals/default.aspx  Hum, I see no club tent for DodgeCharger.com

[dual fours]

Window tag just came today in the mail.

[flyinlow]

WENT last year for the first time. Great show, even the wife had a good time.  Son is getting married that weekend this year, so I guess it will be 2019 for me.

[Old Moparz]

WENT last year for the first time. Great show, even the wife had a good time.  Son is getting married that weekend this year, so I guess it will be 2019 for me.

Should've had the wedding & reception under the DC.com tent & have others bring a covered dish. Troy is legally allowed to marry them since he's the owner of this site & it's at the fairgrounds. If you don't believe me, just look.....

The Pennsylvania Marriage Code.

The Pennsylvania Code is an official publication of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It contains marriage regulations and other documents filed with the Legislative Reference Bureau under the act of July 31, 1968 (P. L. 769, No. 240) (45 P. S. §§ 1102, 1201—1208 and 1602) and 45 Pa.C.S.

[resq302]

I'll be there getting parts for my new ride.  Yes, snow cone maker will be with me but will be in the truck section with my Dads new 2018 Ram to haul the big parts back home.

[NHCharger]

Just got my sticker
We are trailering the Daytona clone down on Wednesday.
Due to popular demand Carlisle is opening the gates on Thursday at 8AM, and closing the show at noon on Sunday.
There will also be the kick off party Thursday night like the previous years.
For the first time in years my shopping list is less than a page long.

[resq302]

Funny, mine is exactly the opposite.  lol.   I think I have like 3 pages. 

[c00nhunterjoe]

I might swing by saturday and meet some people. Never put my car in the show, doesnt quite fit the mold. Lol.

[4cruzin]

WENT last year for the first time. Great show, even the wife had a good time.  Son is getting married that weekend this year, so I guess it will be 2019 for me.

Should've had the wedding & reception under the DC.com tent & have others bring a covered dish. Troy is legally allowed to marry them since he's the owner of this site & it's at the fairgrounds. If you don't believe me, just look.....

Is there a charger tent?  I didn't see one on the 2018 showfield map?   Is Troy going?   

[Alaskan_TA]

Vendors are setting up in the swap area & a few cars for sale already.

Forecast looks awesome so far;

[4cruzin]

Vendors are setting up in the swap area & a few cars for sale already.
Forecast looks awesome so far;

I agree!  Forecast looks great!  Love it!   

[NHCharger]

Barry- you just cursed us- LOL

[Alaskan_TA]

I only curse when I smash a finger or thumb with a framing hammer. 

[NHCharger]

Yup, done that a few times over the years.

[ODZKing]

Anyone have a report on I81 south bound?
I can confirm construction from just south of Syracuse to Tully with extensive backups depending on time of day.
Southbound only as of 7/10.

[Alaskan_TA]

Some construction on 81 just above Carlisle, but they are not working Fri - Sun;

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa.– The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that its Cumberland County maintenance crews will begin an extensive two-month patching project along northbound and southbound I-81 in Cumberland County.

PennDOT advises drivers that crews will begin patching on the northbound lanes of I-81 near mile marker 55, between Exit 52 for U.S. 11 (New Kingstown/Middlesex) and Exit 57 for Route 114 (Mechanicsburg), as well as in the southbound lanes from the Susquehanna river toward Exit 61 for Wertzville Road. After those areas are completed, crews will focus on the southbound lanes from Exit 37 for Route 233 (Newville) to the Cumberland/Franklin County line. In addition to the interstate, patching work will also include several exit and entrance ramps. Work on this corridor is scheduled to continue through August.

Drivers are advised to use caution as crews will be working on the interstate from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.


Crews will be working behind PennDOT trucks equipped with impact attenuators and traffic cones, with advance signage notifying of lane closures. Drivers are encouraged to slow down and use caution in the work zone. Fines are doubled for violations in work zones. Drive responsibly for your safety and the safety of the workers. Congestion and delays are possible; allow extra time for your commute and consider an alternate route.

Drivers can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 860 traffic cameras, 99 of which are in the Midstate.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
SOURCE: PennDOT

[TheAutoArchaeologist]

I will be at Carlisle doing shenanigans... and signing my books I think at the signing tent near the Mopar Hall of Fame?  I'm not quite sure.  Still coming together.

[ODZKing]

Hmm, next to impossible to not get into that construction as that is right near the fairgrounds exit.
They patch and fix and still the roads are awful   

[Mogre]

Leaving tomorrow morning. Can't wait. Bringing 68-70 Charger trim.
Rear window trim, door belt trim and sail panel trim for vinyl roof.
Site P55-56. Drop in and say hello/

[NHCharger]

We just arrived. Drove down from NH. 495 to mass pike to 84 to 81. Was the smoothest in a while.  Some construction but not bad. I've seen a lot worse over the years

[Alaskan_TA]

Hmm, next to impossible to not get into that construction as that is right near the fairgrounds exit.
They patch and fix and still the roads are awful   

No construction Friday - Sunday;

crews will be working on the interstate from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Thursday

[c00nhunterjoe]

Did you really ask if 81 is under construction? Lol. Has been for the last 10 years and will be for another 20!!

[ODZKing]

No construction Friday - Sunday;

crews will be working on the interstate from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Thursday

Yes, but in PA, they don't pick up cones or barriers, it will still be one lane, with no merge signs that people don't payy attention to anyway.

[AKcharger]

where was the tent? I saw the 1970 registry tent on Friday but nothing for DC.com

[Old Moparz]

where was the tent? I saw the 1970 registry tent on Friday but nothing for DC.com

I didn't see one either, but I was preoccupied most of the weekend & had wondered if I just "missed it"?   

There is the possibility that some other club stole it since Troy wasn't around to hang his banners or stand guard. 

[bakerhillpins]

where was the tent? I saw the 1970 registry tent on Friday but nothing for DC.com

I was under the impression that there wasn't one. So not enough folks signed up saying that they are from the "club" last year...   

The Schedule and Map is up for 2018. http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-chrysler-nationals/default.aspx  Hum, I see no club tent for DodgeCharger.com

[bakerhillpins]

Wonderful show as usual. I didn't venture out much as after the mad rush to get ready I felt like just sitting for 3 days. I was able to connect with a few folks from the site but not all. Some folks I had not talked with in some time! Obviously missed a few of you who just posted.

A very nice gentleman stopped under my tent and introduced himself but I was on the phone with my daughter and wasn't able to talk much. My aging memory failed me again and I forgot his board name. I think he mentioned he was from Georgia (or maybe Alabama?). I never did find him after the call to continue our conversation. 

Maybe next year! 

[resq302]

I gotta say that trying to do the entire swap meet in one day just isn't cutting it anymore.  It took me all day just to get through the entire swap meet.  Granted, I had a huge laundry list of things to get and look for but as it was, I barely got through all the stuff.  Definitely a minimum of 2 days if you want to see the cars on the show field or see and meet up with any friends at the event.  Hopefully I will have my car together in time for next year and see about bringing it out there.  If not, an over night stay it will be !

[4cruzin]

It was a great show and the weather although was warm, there was a breeze pretty much the whole time so IMO  . . . was great!  I knew there was no tent for the group so really no chance to meet other members.  Typically we would do a group picture but not sure where or when we would of met. 

Well I guess my first questions is for those that went for the first time . . . how do you think it compared to other shows that you have attended?  Thoughts??   

[resq302]

I gotta say this about the show this year...... more vendors than the past few years !!!!  More show cars than the past few years I've heard as well.  Whatever Ed and his crew at Carlisle are doing, they are doing it right since it keeps getting better and better every year!

[Old Moparz]

Only ran into a small number of people that I knew this year because I spent most of my time with my son Kael, who for the first time, WANTED TO GO with me.  

I gave my Coronet convertible project to him to prevent a disaster after he wanted to go look at an IROC Camaro for sale.  

Now he has the Mopar bug & at the age of 19, I believe it to be permanent.  

We got there late Thursday afternoon, walked around for about 2 or 3 hours & then went to go eat. We were there all day Friday when we bumped into several people, said hello & chatted a bit with Tom, Neil, (Chrycho Psycho all the way from Canada via Panama....lol) Rusty & Brian. I saw a bunch of cars from a lot of people on here & my son took photos of them as well as about 100 others. Went on Saturday which was very crowded & then came back Sunday to do the Hellcat Thrill Ride....What an awesome car!

Here's a photo he took of my truck on Thursday just before we left.....

[4cruzin]

Only ran into a small number of people that I knew this year because I spent most of my time with my son Kael, who for the first time, WANTED TO GO with me.  

I gave my Coronet convertible project to him to prevent a disaster after he wanted to go look at an IROC Camaro for sale.  

Now he has the Mopar bug & at the age of 19, I believe it to be permanent.  

We got there late Thursday afternoon, walked around for about 2 or 3 hours & then went to go eat. We were there all day Friday when we bumped into several people, said hello & chatted a bit with Tom, Neil, (Chrycho Psycho all the way from Canada via Panama....lol) Rusty & Brian. I saw a bunch of cars from a lot of people on here & my son took photos of them as well as about 100 others. Went on Saturday which was very crowded & then came back Sunday to do the Hellcat Thrill Ride....What an awesome car!

Here's a photo he took of my truck on Thursday just before we left.....

I had heard from Chryco that you were there and I would of liked to have run into you but . . . maybe next year! 

[Old Moparz]

Only ran into a small number of people that I knew this year because I spent most of my time with my son Kael, who for the first time, WANTED TO GO with me.  

I gave my Coronet convertible project to him to prevent a disaster after he wanted to go look at an IROC Camaro for sale.  

Now he has the Mopar bug & at the age of 19, I believe it to be permanent.  

We got there late Thursday afternoon, walked around for about 2 or 3 hours & then went to go eat. We were there all day Friday when we bumped into several people, said hello & chatted a bit with Tom, Neil, (Chrycho Psycho all the way from Canada via Panama....lol) Rusty & Brian. I saw a bunch of cars from a lot of people on here & my son took photos of them as well as about 100 others. Went on Saturday which was very crowded & then came back Sunday to do the Hellcat Thrill Ride....What an awesome car!

Here's a photo he took of my truck on Thursday just before we left.....

I had heard from Chryco that you were there and I would of liked to have run into you but . . . maybe next year! 

Dave, I saw your car but you were no where near it. I even checked the sticker to see your name & the plates from MI to make sure my memory was still working. 

[c00nhunterjoe]

Sorry i didnt make it up. Had a vet emergency this weekend and had to back out. Was hoping to meet some people face to face finally.

[AKcharger]

I was disappointed with swap meet. It was either unusable crap or priced astronomically high. Unless I'm saving on shipping by a pick-up there I'll use internet.

[Old Moparz]

I was disappointed with swap meet. It was either unusable crap or priced astronomically high. Unless I'm saving on shipping by a pick-up there I'll use internet.

A lot of things at the Carlisle swap meet have always been expensive. 

However, there are deals to be found & I saw a few good ones. I actually snagged a pair of the plastic, A-Pillar trim pieces for a B-Body convertible in excellent condition for $60 from a guy that said they survived the collapse of the chicken coop. They were under a bench & in there since the 1980's, but as they tore down the rest of the building he found them & said he couldn't believe they were okay. New ones are around $170 or so, which I have a pair of, but holding onto an extra set is a plus.

[resq302]

Bob,

Please tell me those aren't blue, are they?

[Old Moparz]

Bob,

Please tell me those aren't blue, are they?

No Brian, they're dark green. I have blue trim in my car so I have to dye what I have.

You won't consider dying a set? The ones that Tony D'agostino sells are nice, but only in black.

[resq302]

I'm trying not to as I don't want to have to touch up or reshoot anything should it get scratched.  Also, with the rarity of my car and so few remaining, I want to try and get all original correct parts for it.  700 total production of 69 GTX verts.  178 made with the 440 and 4 speed and there are 11 left known to exist in the registry.

[Old Moparz]

I'm trying not to as I don't want to have to touch up or reshoot anything should it get scratched.  Also, with the rarity of my car and so few remaining, I want to try and get all original correct parts for it.  700 total production of 69 GTX verts.  178 made with the 440 and 4 speed and there are 11 left known to exist in the registry.

Hmmm, I better turn my car into a 4 speed GTX & make it an even dozen. 

I understand, I'd rather have original colors myself. Got lucky with all the dash pads years ago & have all blue ones. They are not dry or cracked but they are oozing which seems to be a common problem with 50 year old vinyl. I'm always hunting for ragtop parts so if I spot blue I will give you a heads up. 

[resq302]

Thanks Bob!

[Old Moparz]

No problem.

Just curious though, when did you get a blue GTX? I must have missed something. 

[resq302]

December I sold my charger after having it for 17 years. Got bored with it as there was nothing left to do to it and I was starting thoughts of a complete repaint on it.  I've always wanted a convertible so I decided that if I sold my car, I'd get a 68-70 b body vert. Christmas Day my dad sent me an email of this car down in Kentucky so I called the guy up and asked it was still for sale. The ad on the forum was from 2016. Low and behold, it was. So after doing some research, I flew down there and checked out the car with Bill Allphin. Turns out he used to own this car. It's a numbers matching , 53,000 original mile car, 440, 4 spd, Dana rear car. B7 Jamaica blue inside and out with a white top and factory tach and V21 hood stripe car. Deal was closed in late Feb. it's a nice 10'r but plans are to strip it down to a rolling shell for a full blown resto. So now Dad and I have 2 of the 48 GTX verts made in 69 that are left known to exist.

[Old Moparz]

Cool deal, I'll have to see it in person one day. 


(And get some parts for mine off it....LOL) 

[resq302]

Lol. Funny.  And yes, definitely.

[bakerhillpins]

HotRod Network has a bunch of pics of the show here:

https://www.hotrod.com/?s=Chryslers+at+Carlisle+2018

[VegasCharger]

More pics in here from Carlisle's website.

2nd & 3rd gens on pages 7 & 8. Barely any 1st gen pics and waaaaaaay too many New Challenger pics. Unbelievable.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/carlisle-events/sets/72157671287383668#utm_source=FridayFuelUp

[bakerhillpins]

More pics in here from Carlisle's website.

2nd & 3rd gens on pages 7 & 8. Barely any 1st gen pics and waaaaaaay too many New Challenger pics. Unbelievable.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/carlisle-events/sets/72157671287383668#utm_source=FridayFuelUp

NHCharger's Daytona is on the bottom of page 8!

[Mopar Nut]

  no pictures!?

[bakerhillpins]

no pictures!?

  I see lots of pics at the links provided? Are you looking for pics uploaded to this thread?

[Mopar Nut]

no pictures!?

  I see lots of pics at the links provided? Are you looking for pics uploaded to this thread?

Yes, I have many I can post but I didn't want to hijack the thread.

[NHCharger]

NHCharger's Daytona is on the bottom of page 8!

And at top of page 9. Woo Hoo.
A lot of pics to look thru. could do without all the swap meet pics of fat sweaty people LOL. And 50 pics of Linda Vaugn ??

[bakerhillpins]

Yes, I have many I can post but I didn't want to hijack the thread.

If they are of the show I don't see how it would be a thread hijack..     You could fill up an album in a google or other free account and just post a link too.

[Mopar Nut]

 

[Mopar Nut]

 

[Mopar Nut]

Yes, I have many I can post but I didn't want to hijack the thread.

If they are of the show I don't see how it would be a thread hijack..     You could fill up an album in a google or other free account and just post a link too.

It would be ideal to post/open a link, can't do it from my home PC where the pictures are stored.

[Mopar Nut]

 

[Mopar Nut]

 

[Mopar Nut]

 

[bakerhillpins]

It would be ideal to post/open a link, can't do it from my home PC where the pictures are stored.

Oops, didn't mean to suggest doing it from your PC... Just upload them to google photos, place them in their own album and get a shared link to the album. Or continue as you have! 

Nice pics BTW!

[Mopar Nut]

It would be ideal to post/open a link, can't do it from my home PC where the pictures are stored.

Oops, didn't mean to suggest doing it from your PC... Just upload them to google photos, place them in their own album and get a shared link to the album. Or continue as you have! 

Nice pics BTW!

It's ok, I knew what you meant it's just that I must have my PC set to block attachments.

[Mopar Nut]

 

[Mopar Nut]

 

[Troy]

Sorry guys. No, I didn't go. No, we didn't have a tent. It looked like the weather was great so I picked a bad year to miss.

Troy