Whistler Run (first report)
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Topic: Whistler Run (first report)
Posted By: Shakey Dave
Subject: Whistler Run (first report)
Date Posted: 18 August 2012 at 8:37pm
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I didn't sign up for the Whistler Run of earlier today so
I didn't get any of the directions from anyone ... We just went! As many of you know, I have a serious medical problem which prevents me from participating in many (any!) events, especially if it is hot or if I am out in the sun for too long. Therefore we decided to participate in this event by driving part way on the course then parking in a shady place and waiting for the cars to come by, at which time we would wave enthusiasticly (sp?). To insure that we would beat the other cars to our waving place, we started on our way at about 9:30am and drove to a nice shady spot we knew close by Furry Creek with a beautiful sweeping curve leading down to where we were. We got there at about 10:15am and set up our camera and waited for the Fieros to come. Well we waited and waited and waited some more but the only thing that we got were dirty stares from the drivers who thought we were a speed trap with the camera pointing at them (what police officer drives a bright red Fiero, has a lady driver (Joanne) and is parked at a funny angle to the road?) Then the Fieros started coming We took a couple of pictures (which, because of the speed didn't turn out) made a quick run back to our car and tried to catch up to the back of the pack. We looked all over the place but couldn't find them, so we had lunch in Squamish then drove back to West Vancouver and took in the Park Royal Show and Shine (they must have lots of money over there because the cars were noticably better than those at the Edgemont Village show of a couple of weeks ago). I must say that a good time was had by all, my Fiero ran like a charm and we're looking forward to the next event! ------------- "Shakey" Dave Hathaway www3.telus.net/myhistory |
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Posted By: Boxin' Robin
Date Posted: 18 August 2012 at 10:11pm
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It was great seeing you and Joanne with the red Fiero by
the side of the road there, Dave! Our caravan of four just came out of a photo stop at Porteau Cove. I was the last one (black) in the pack waving at you 
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Posted By: Dawg
Date Posted: 18 August 2012 at 10:41pm
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I saw you Dave. Michelle and I waved like crazy. Man this is by far the hottest Whistler run ever. It was really nice around 10:00am when we left. By the time we got to Squamish it was getting uncomfortable. Whistler itself was an oven. Anyhow, the day started off with 4 cars in attendance. Michelle and I, Jim and his Wife, Robin and his gal and last but not least Dan who was on his first run in his first car, with a day permit to boot. Now keep in mind, I had a new engine in my car that wasn't totally fleshed out. So right off the bat it wouldn't idle reliably. No problem as long as we never had to stop. Yup, we needed to stop many times. I made it to Whistler alive and quickly bought a screw driver to adjust things right. Yes I know....I forgot the proper tool kit. Other than that she ran pretty good. So we stop for a moment in Whister to check out some parking, which was hell because it was so busy, and big Jim's car spews coolant out the drain hole of his water pump. Heat soak I suspect. We limped it to Lordco and filled it up with coolant and it made it back to Vancouver no problem. Robin had no problem at all and neither did Danny. We headed back home in fairly thick traffic but man it was nice. I hope everyone had a great time. We sure did. Next year, we leave earlier and we go earlier in the year like we had planned originally. Thanks for the great company, all of you. Good run! Dawg  ------------- You dream it up....I'll make it |
Posted By: Boxin' Robin
Date Posted: 18 August 2012 at 11:01pm
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Thank you all for making this run happen. I had an
awesome time. Looking forward to many more in the future! |
Posted By: DannyCanuck
Date Posted: 19 August 2012 at 12:00pm
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I had a great time as well. A bit warm in Whistler, my car
wold barely start from fuel vaporization in the heat. Still a good fun drive and I'm looking forward to getting full insurance and going on more runs. ------------- 88 duke, bog standard 
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Posted By: DannyCanuck
Date Posted: 19 August 2012 at 7:20pm
  ------------- 88 duke, bog standard
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Posted By: Boxin' Robin
Date Posted: 19 August 2012 at 8:06pm
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Nice photos, Danny. Looking forward to meeting you on more runs
man! |