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5th Annual Spring 2012 Tail of the Dragon GTG - April 6, 7, 8

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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:00 PM
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This was a great run Nick. I dont think our breakfast group was too pleased that we just "snuck," off or at least that is how it was retold to me.

I was only utilizing a minor drift like you Nick :-)
 
Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:01 PM
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This was a great run Nick. I dont think our breakfast group was too pleased that we just "snuck," off or at least that is how it was retold to me.

I was only utilizing a minor drift like you Nick :-)
I thought we told everyone we were going.
 
Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:33 PM
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I think it's time to bring this video back

A few notes,
I've never noticed how beautiful it is on that road. Everything just goes by so damn fast.
Jason gets out of shape at 7:25
The "Dip" is at 11:45
and the long 100mph + straight (if you dare) is at 15:13 to 15:36

SLK55 and SRT 6 through the Dragon - YouTube
The Dip, aka Gravity Cavity, aka Fruit Loop Curve is my FAVORITE spot of that whole run! I really think that I could make a weekend of running up and down that 1 mile section of the road. It is the closest that I will ever get to driving a video game or a roller coaster. One day I think that I would like to see the scenery around the Dragon. I don't know about you guys, but that road could be going right thru the middle to downtown Detroit for all I am able to look around. Is it time to go yet???

I will bring some S'mores fixings for around the campfire. I am also going to get the information about the walking tour they do in the evenings that includes ghost stories. Is anyone interested in any adventure tour stuff for Sunday (white water rafting, horseback riding, zip line)? I can get info on that too if there is any interest.
 
Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:43 PM
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The Dip, aka Gravity Cavity, aka Fruit Loop Curve is my FAVORITE spot of that whole run! I really think that I could make a weekend of running up and down that 1 mile section of the road. It is the closest that I will ever get to driving a video game or a roller coaster. One day I think that I would like to see the scenery around the Dragon. I don't know about you guys, but that road could be going right thru the middle to downtown Detroit for all I am able to look around. Is it time to go yet???

I will bring some S'mores fixings for around the campfire. I am also going to get the information about the walking tour they do in the evenings that includes ghost stories. Is anyone interested in any adventure tour stuff for Sunday (white water rafting, horseback riding, zip line)? I can get info on that too if there is any interest.
LOL fruit loop curve. I forgot about that story
 
Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:52 PM
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I just found another one of those d@mn loops in my car about 6 months ago!!!!! Its insane! That car has been detailed dozens of times since then but sometimes they still show up. I am starting to think that either Dan or Chuk have been planting them in the car to make me nuts!
 
Old Feb 24, 2012 | 08:58 PM
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Fruit Loops! Love that story.
 
Old Feb 26, 2012 | 06:39 PM
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please add me to the list of attendees..... just purchased an 05 SRT and looking forward to the meet

larry
 
Old Feb 26, 2012 | 11:04 PM
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Looking forward to meeting you Larry
 
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Is anyone interested in any adventure tour stuff for Sunday (white water rafting, horseback riding, zip line)? I can get info on that too if there is any interest.
Horseback riding would be interesting... not so much the others.
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 04:33 AM
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Thanks for the video Nick, made me homesick for the mountains
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 12:36 PM
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please add me to the list of attendees..... just purchased an 05 SRT and looking forward to the meet

larry
Congrats on your SRT purchase Larry!!! I will add you to the list & look forward to having you on our runs!
 
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Horseback riding would be interesting... not so much the others.
I will check the prices. Are you bringing the Mini or the SRT? That will let me know if I need to look for Pony rides or Horse rides .......
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 01:14 PM
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Looks like I should be able to make it up for at least a couple of Saturday runs, work is busy but I guess that's good for my wallet, bad for my hobbies!
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 01:54 PM
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Looks like I should be able to make it up for at least a couple of Saturday runs, work is busy but I guess that's good for my wallet, bad for my hobbies!
I will add you to the list!!!
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 09:54 PM
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I will check the prices. Are you bringing the Mini or the SRT? That will let me know if I need to look for Pony rides or Horse rides .......
Ya drive one purple Mini and people think its open season! Sheesh! LOL

Actually, if all goes well, the Mini will be history before the Dragon. Its had problems and needs to go away.

Right now I'm having a lot of trouble finding the Mini's replacement. I had one lined up, but it got sold out from under me. Jerks!

Anyway, to answer your question, I'll be bringing the SRT-6, with some new tires and a limited slip diff. It should be an interesting trip.
 
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Ya drive one purple Mini and people think its open season! Sheesh! LOL

Actually, if all goes well, the Mini will be history before the Dragon. Its had problems and needs to go away.

Right now I'm having a lot of trouble finding the Mini's replacement. I had one lined up, but it got sold out from under me. Jerks!

Anyway, to answer your question, I'll be bringing the SRT-6, with some new tires and a limited slip diff. It should be an interesting trip.
I won't be able to run away from you anymore.
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 10:52 PM
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Is it just me or does there always seem to be a spike in fuel cost around the time a trip is planned to the Dragon. I would make the trip if it went to five a gallon. However once again I will have to fuel two cars to get there and two while im there. Wish it were next week....
 
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Is it just me or does there always seem to be a spike in fuel cost around the time a trip is planned to the Dragon. I would make the trip if it went to five a gallon. However once again I will have to fuel two cars to get there and two while im there. Wish it were next week....
It's a Crossfire conspiracy. We should get Franc on this he'll have the answers
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 11:10 PM
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It's a Crossfire conspiracy. We should get Franc on this he'll have the answers
Nope, I'm leaving all my answers at home this time.
All I want to do at the Dragon is drive and flirt with the ladies.
 
Old Feb 27, 2012 | 11:12 PM
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Nope, I'm leaving all my answers at home this time.
All I want to do at the Dragon is drive and flirt with the ladies.
Dang It Franc!!!!!
 



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