TDC (Charger) meet in Gettysburg Pa July 28-29 2007

moparjohn · February 01, 2007, 08:52:22 PM

19th annual Registry meet at Gettysburg Pa. The meet is free all 66-07 Chargers welcome. Host Hotel is Super8, 717-630-8888, Hannover Pa. Rooms $66/night. Details @ www.dodgechargerregistry.com . Come on out for a good time with other Charger lovers!

resq302 · February 02, 2007, 02:09:39 PM

John,

Just curious as to why you put a thumbs down? Is this show not worth it? I'd really like to go but need to see if my wife would want to stay home with the new baby or go with me. Also, more importantly, whether or not I can get vacation time off for it.

Brian

moparjohn · February 02, 2007, 03:38:05 PM

Brain I have no idea how the "thumbs down" happened! It will be a great meet and hopefully you and others from this board will consider going. John

moparjohn · February 02, 2007, 03:40:51 PM

OK that's fixed!!

AKcharger · February 03, 2007, 07:54:02 AM

Darn! we'll only be around there last week of June and 1st week in July for Carlisle...than back to Alaska. When are you guys haveing a TDC meet in Alaska?

moparjohn · February 03, 2007, 08:38:23 AM

UMMMM?

HITMAN 149 · February 04, 2007, 11:05:26 AM

hey john....
where abouts in PA is gettysburg?

i'm in monmouth cty NJ (central jersey)
thanks...........
-JOHN

resq302 · February 04, 2007, 01:45:09 PM

John, from Morris County, it is about a 3 1/2 hour trip. Might be shorter for you by a small amount. Gettysburg is just west of Carlisle if I remember correctly.

resq302 · February 04, 2007, 01:47:05 PM

Just booked two rooms for me and my family. Can't wait to go! Should be fun.

John, do you know how they will have us show off our cars or is it just something that we walk around in the parking lot? I have an idea of a cool display but it all depends on the size of the space we will have to put our cars.

71ChallengeHer · February 19, 2007, 07:43:11 PM

Sounds like a nice meet. I'll have to stop up and check it out. Do you mind if I bring my Challenger since I don't have a Charger anymore?

moparjohn · February 20, 2007, 11:15:23 PM

I think that's ok!!

71ChallengeHer · February 20, 2007, 11:41:36 PM

Quote from: moparjohn on February 20, 2007, 11:15:23 PM
I think that's ok!!

Thanks, I'll put it on my calendar.

bill440rt · February 22, 2007, 10:13:08 AM

John,
Do you still need to be a member of the TDC to attend?
I definitely won't be staying over, I won't know if I can go until it gets closer to the date.
Thanks!

resq302 · February 22, 2007, 01:25:52 PM

Bill,

I don't think that you need to be as I am not a member myself but will be certainly joining either before I get there or when I get there as I think it is certainly a worth while club.

Brian

moparjohn · February 22, 2007, 08:15:54 PM

Bill, you don't need to be a member to attend, although I hope you will consider it. I hope you can/will attend as we (the TDC) are trying to get the east coast show attendance up. It is a great club to belong to. In 2004 my car was on Bristol motor speedway (on the track at considerable speed) I can't thank Wayne enough for making it possible. Sorry you can't stay over- i'ts a great bench race! John

Highbanked Hauler · February 23, 2007, 04:02:50 PM

Sounds like a plan, after I missed the last one. Al

moparjohn · February 23, 2007, 08:47:30 PM

Cool, see you there then! John

Highbanked Hauler · March 12, 2007, 08:16:08 PM

John, do you have any idea if the hotel has parking for larger trailers? AL

moparjohn · March 12, 2007, 08:39:01 PM

I will check and let you (and everyone) know. I would expect it does, I'll make sure. John

moparjohn · March 13, 2007, 11:24:43 AM

HBH, Yes they have parking for trucks w/trailers. john

Highbanked Hauler · March 13, 2007, 08:33:49 PM

Thanks man, see you there I hope!!

moparjohn · March 13, 2007, 08:39:43 PM

Sounds good!

BMOTOXSTAR · March 13, 2007, 09:32:07 PM

What is TDC?
I would love to come out with my 73' Rally. It is about a 5 hour trip for me, from Mentor,Ohio.

If my Charger is not finished by then (needs painted), can I bring my 74' Satellite? Just kiddin'.

resq302 · March 13, 2007, 09:39:33 PM

TDC stands for The Dodge Charger registry.

moparjohn · March 14, 2007, 06:24:19 AM

Bmotoxstar, bring the car in primer then! Not everyone has their car finished, painted, complete. We all love Chargers and 3rd gens are few in number at some of these meets. I hope to see you-and your 73 there! John

BMOTOXSTAR · March 14, 2007, 06:56:40 AM

Thanks man, I may have to drive up in primer !

moparjohn · March 14, 2007, 08:05:30 PM

Although I did by my car with good paint(painted 1993) I know how much goes into a good or really good paint job. I belive most enthusiasts do as well, that's only one reason to bring it in primer. Besides, it's still a Charger!

Highbanked Hauler · March 15, 2007, 03:00:22 PM

Quote from: BMOTOXSTAR on March 14, 2007, 06:56:40 AM
Thanks man, I may have to drive up in primer !

Don't worry about primer, If my 69 stock car project was movable I'd bring that.

Zentelis · March 22, 2007, 12:23:06 PM

How 'bout that! I'm in Hanover

Hopefully I can put my Charger on the road by July..it probably won't be painted, but it'll go and stop and turn

I'll be there

71ChallengeHer · March 22, 2007, 06:43:50 PM

Quote from: Zentelis on March 22, 2007, 12:23:06 PM
How 'bout that! I'm in Hanover
Hopefully I can put my Charger on the road by July..it probably won't be painted, but it'll go and stop and turn
I'll be there

Really, I'm in York

Bob · March 23, 2007, 09:02:23 AM

Great! I'm in Littelstown. 30 minutes from York, 10 minutes from Hanover, 15 minutes from Gettysburg. I did not know there members so close.
Bob
See ya there.

71ChallengeHer · March 23, 2007, 07:31:37 PM

Quote from: 400 Big Block on March 23, 2007, 09:02:23 AM
Great! I'm in Littelstown. 30 minutes from York, 10 minutes from Hanover, 15 minutes from Gettysburg. I did not know there members so close.
Bob
See ya there.

We use to go up to a bar in Littlestown called Gary and Dell's.

BMOTOXSTAR · March 23, 2007, 09:13:13 PM

Well, looks like my Rally will be painted in time. I am really proud of this car. It did not need very much body work at all and is very solid. I sold my 73 SE, BB survivor, to buy my 73' Rally and this is my dream Charger & it will be awesome to be part of a all Charger event. I have always wanted to check out Gettysburg as well.
I thank you guys for the invite. I really do appreciate it.

Here is a pic of the SE that I sold recently. This was taken back in 98' at a local Dodge dealer Mopar meet.

Bob · March 26, 2007, 10:41:59 AM

Quote from: 71ChallengeHer on March 23, 2007, 07:31:37 PM
Quote from: 400 Big Block on March 23, 2007, 09:02:23 AM
Great! I'm in Littelstown. 30 minutes from York, 10 minutes from Hanover, 15 minutes from Gettysburg. I did not know there members so close.
Bob
See ya there.
We use to go up to a bar in Littlestown called Gary and Dell's.

Gary and Dells is just north of Union Mills Md now. Still a popular hang out. Mostly for the crabs.

moparjohn · May 12, 2007, 08:46:18 PM

OK 2 plus months away, summer is only so long and what better way to spend it than with a group of Charger lovers. Come on guys who else is in??? Gettysburg is a great historical park and there's more to do than just that. The TDC is like family to me- come on out and have a good time!!

BMOTOXSTAR · May 12, 2007, 09:01:41 PM

I am in. The Rally should be painted & ready !

resq302 · May 13, 2007, 05:56:55 AM

John,

I'm in as well as my parents who want to go also. Dad is really excited about this event. Jen is probably going to stay home with the baby since it is a decent drive and she doesn't want Hailey to be screaming the whole way.

Blue Pentastar · June 22, 2007, 12:59:35 PM

Just a little over a month to go. I am still trying to figure out a way but still not looking good.

Mike

moparjohn · June 22, 2007, 09:09:30 PM

Mike, it would be great to see you there. I understand if you can't. keep me posted. MPJ

hemi68charger · June 24, 2007, 10:14:11 AM

Hey John..

Wish I could be there..... Hope the weather's nice and ya'll have a great turnout......

Troy

moparjohn · June 24, 2007, 08:15:35 PM

Troy, wish you could be there, are you going to Carlisle?

Bob · June 26, 2007, 10:57:23 AM

Comming up quick. I'm so glad I'm only 15 minutes away.
Bob

Blue Pentastar · June 28, 2007, 02:46:22 PM

Quote from: Bob on June 26, 2007, 10:57:23 AM
Comming up quick. I'm so glad I'm only 15 minutes away.
Bob

Hey great can we all stay at your place then?

Well it was worth asking right.

Mike Schrader

Bob · July 02, 2007, 09:12:02 AM

Quote from: Blue Pentastar on June 28, 2007, 02:46:22 PM
Quote from: Bob on June 26, 2007, 10:57:23 AM
Comming up quick. I'm so glad I'm only 15 minutes away.
Bob

Hey great can we all stay at your place then?

Well it was worth asking right.

Mike Schrader

:smilielol:My wife says's sure.......NOT......I did try though.

bill440rt · July 03, 2007, 08:33:08 PM

Hey, John!

Well, looks like my calendar may have cleared up that weekend. The wife & I are actually talking about possibly going!

Let's talk at Carlisle, maybe you can give me some more info. I can try to call you perhaps during the week as well.
See ya...

resq302 · July 03, 2007, 09:26:44 PM

Bill, ya going to have the 69 ready by then? Be a nice debut for it.

bill440rt · July 03, 2007, 10:41:54 PM

No way. Ain't gonna happen.

resq302 · July 04, 2007, 02:19:41 AM

Oh well, it was a nice thought anyway.

bill440rt · July 04, 2007, 06:44:31 AM

It was GREAT thought!!

I fantasize about it all the time.

Well, among other things.

Blue Pentastar · July 18, 2007, 10:55:43 AM

Hey John

I see by the old Calendar on the wall it is getting close I have told everyone I can think of to give you a hard time if I can't be there. Not looking good right now.

Mike Schrader

resq302 · July 18, 2007, 01:38:39 PM

Wooo hooo. A week and a half away. Time to start cleaning up the Charger.

moparjohn · July 18, 2007, 08:21:07 PM

yeah right Brian, like your car is ever dirty! It alway looks clean to me. Anyway 1 week and 2 days to go, guys if I am correct in my thoughts we might have a good amount of cars there!!! The last east coast Charger meet I atteneded had about 12 cars (not all in one day) surely we can do better. I will be very pleased to see 30-40 chargers. John

y3chargerrt · July 18, 2007, 09:09:25 PM

I should be able to make it there John

71ChallengeHer · July 18, 2007, 09:52:24 PM

I'll drive the Challenger up and bring some of my friends that own Chargers.

resq302 · July 18, 2007, 10:08:44 PM

Quote from: moparjohn on July 18, 2007, 08:21:07 PM
yeah right Brian, like your car is ever dirty! It alway looks clean to me. Anyway 1 week and 2 days to go, guys if I am correct in my thoughts we might have a good amount of cars there!!! The last east coast Charger meet I atteneded had about 12 cars (not all in one day) surely we can do better. I will be very pleased to see 30-40 chargers. John

Now, now John. Lately my car has been dirty. Road dirt and the occasional bug juice on the front end from testing out how the bias ply tires handle high speeds on the highway.

resq302 · July 19, 2007, 03:30:10 PM

Does anyone have a really nice pair of wiper arms that are correct for a 68-70 B body that is going to the meet? Seems like I have the incorrect ones on my car. If anyone needs any parts, please post on here so I can bring them with me and help another member out.

moparjohn · July 19, 2007, 05:45:20 PM

yeah, I'll have a 70 rad shroud new repro for sale! Ron will be nice to see you, didn't get too much time at Carlisle.

resq302 · July 24, 2007, 09:03:54 PM

C'mon people...... 3 days and counting. I can hear them motors roaring now.

moparjohn · July 25, 2007, 08:10:45 PM

I've taken at leat a dozen calls about it this week, It's gonna be a great time!

Bob · July 26, 2007, 06:17:26 AM

Quote from: Zentelis on March 22, 2007, 12:23:06 PM
How 'bout that! I'm in Hanover
Hopefully I can put my Charger on the road by July..it probably won't be painted, but it'll go and stop and turn
I'll be there

Littlestown here.

resq302 · July 26, 2007, 07:27:40 PM

This weekend is here..... everyone do a sun dance! Im leaving tomorrow and will be making the voyage with MoparJohn.

71ChallengeHer · July 26, 2007, 09:01:56 PM

The Chally is home and ready to go.

moparjohn · July 26, 2007, 09:46:13 PM

See you there!

resq302 · July 29, 2007, 08:14:24 PM

John,

Please be sure to thank Wayne and everyone else from the TDC club. My family and I had a blast. It was really good meeting new friends and even Jackie and Shelby from the board here. For those who did not attend, there was probably 20-30 Mopars all weekend with the majority of them being first, second, and third gen chargers.

As luck would have it, my charger was picked as the peoples choice award. I am very humbled at this and feel it is a great honor. Unfortunatly, when I was backing the charger out of the trailer, my father was not paying attention to one area and I ended up flattening out the pass. side subtle body line about 5 inches and bent the wheel well trim up pretty good. The body line should be able to be taken care of by a paintless dent removal person with only some scratches remaining in the paint which might be able to be buffed or wet sanded out.

There was also another casualty at the show. Tennessee (MoparJohns car) drove the 3 hour plus trip and then went out for gas and "liquid refreshments" returned and then parked his car. He then wanted to move it to a different spot only to find out he had absolutely no power at all. No interior lights, no power to the starter, nothing! We found out that his fuseable link at the firewall went so we found a near by NAPA and spliced that in only to also find out that the wiring for the alternator was fried a good 8" back from where the stud is on the rear of the alternator. Aparently, the 8 mos old alternator fried and started back feeding through the wiring. The fuseable link did its job and prevented any other wiring from getting damaged. A quick trip back to NAPA for some wiring and trying to find another alternator (only to have to order it and get it in on Sat) and the wiring was repaired. Wes, a member of The Dodge Charger registry drove his 66 Charger all the way up from Texas with his wife and lent John his alternator till John could replace it. Working in the middle of a rain storm, John and I got his car back up and running and the weekend was not a bust.

Heres to lucky break downs with Tennessee!

Again, to everyone at the TDC, thanks for a great time and a great weekend.

Brian

71ChallengeHer · July 29, 2007, 08:31:03 PM

Brian, It was great meeting you and your Dad. Sorry about the Charger but congrats on the award. It was well deserved. It was also great meeting Wayne, MoparJohn ( Shelby says thanks

) and Bob and all the other great people there. Brian , Neil was in such a hurry to see all the Chargers.

When he looks in his garage I'll let you know about the wiper arms.

moparjohn · July 29, 2007, 08:36:48 PM

just got back myself, god trip home- helped Silly Billy (if you don't know him I'll fill u in later) hauled a 69 firewall/from suspension back from a sellers house along the way-good thing I was there it took 4 to move it. We had 21 Chargers at the meet, less than I wanted to see but a good 10 more than last time on the EC. We did have some cars come & go and a few locals from a car cruise in stopped by (one awsome Charger owned by a Neil) but we had a blast nonetheless. We had a Charger from Texas, 1 from Idiana, 1 from N Carolina, 1 from Ohio, other cars came from shorter distances. I know life is busy and it's hard to do everything but I was hopping for more cars $:-\$ . We will have aonther meet out here next year so I'll let you know as early as I can. We (the TDC) are an odd group-we don't just have a traditional car show we cruise around and see and do things- it's a blast if you want to try it. On sat. we meet at the host hotel and cruised to the Gettysburg battlefield. We had 12 cars 9 Chargers in the cruise. Then we went to the visitors center and spent about n hour there. The rest of the afternoon we went around the battlefields in our cars - not as a group (hard to do) but a few cars grouped together. We got back to the hotel around 5:30-6 went out to eat and spent the rest of the night in the parking lot at the motel talking and gawking. I had a good time, nice to see others from the site, congrats Brian! Sorry Brain, and most of all thanks Brian! MPJ

71ChallengeHer · July 29, 2007, 08:58:47 PM

Sharol with the 68 Charger joined DC. She's MaMopar.

BMOTOXSTAR · July 29, 2007, 09:17:02 PM

Please post some pic's.

71ChallengeHer · July 29, 2007, 09:29:49 PM

Quote from: BMOTOXSTAR on July 29, 2007, 09:17:02 PM
Please post some pic's.

I did.

BMOTOXSTAR · July 29, 2007, 09:37:35 PM

I am tired, I am bad. That is what happens when I get sleepy. Kick me in the nads,

time to go to bed.
I am a

71ChallengeHer · July 29, 2007, 09:45:44 PM

Quote from: BMOTOXSTAR on July 29, 2007, 09:37:35 PM
I am tired, I am bad. That is what happens when I get sleepy. Kick me in the nads,
time to go to bed.
I am a

resq302 · July 30, 2007, 07:31:31 AM

There will be more pics as soon as I get my camera developed. Shots from Gettysburg as well as the hotel.

moparknighthawk · August 03, 2007, 12:49:38 PM

I had a awesome time meeting you guys Friday evening. I was supposed to get back up there Sunday, but things didn't work out for that and I am truely sorry I missed the rest of the weekend. I am already looking forward to next year and maybe getting together with you local guys at local events now. I also talked to Wayne about helping him write up some stuff for the "new" generation charger. I am excited to be able to help out the registry. My pic link is below, though these are only from Friday night.

http://www.villagephotos.com/pubbrowse.asp?folder_id=1892806

Greg
2006 GoMango Charger Daytona # 1592 of 4000.

Bob · August 06, 2007, 11:12:55 AM

Nice pics Greg. It was nice to meet you.

Bob.

AKA, the green 74 with Charger on the windshield.

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TDC (Charger) meet in Gettysburg Pa July 28-29 2007