If you aren't attending or have read the email, you can skip this tome ;-)
Hello Fieros at Carlisle 27 Attendees!!
Thank you for your registration for the largest Fieros at Carlisle yet! To-date, there are 143 Fieros registered for this event and we have an amazing slate of events planned. You will find attached to this email our official schedule. We would also appreciate you read through this email carefully as with so many attendees there are many details that we need to share. In the event of emergencies on show days or travel to the show, contact me for my #. I recommend texting first if possible. I will have the emergency road assistance list available.
We are also in need of volunteers to help the show run smoothly. If you'd like to donate an hour or two of your time during the event, please click here to sign up. If you're willing to help and don't have a preference just let us know how much time and what days you can help. No prior knowledge is required ;-)
Parts/Cars may not be sold on the showfield. You may bring lists of parts and may place a note at the tent if you have a car for sale. Parts can be sold at the hotel and during off-site events.
First, please sign up for the "Remind" text message group for this event. This will allow us to push information out to you throughout the event. If you are reading this email on your phone, you can go to this link https://www.remind.com/join/fiero27 to sign up. You can also download the Remind app if you wish to have improved functionality but that is not necessary. If you are reading this on your computer, go to your phone, open a text and send a message to 81010 and in the body of the message type @fiero27 and then send.
Second, please bring chairs for the Thursday night cookout, parking lot hangouts and the showfield. Pop-up tents are permitted on the showfield but MUST be very secure.
Third, when you arrive at the showfield, please await direction for parking. With this large amount of vehicles, it is imperative that each participant follow parking directions and park approximately 6 feet from the other cars in your class. We also strongly recommend you verify that you are registered for the correct class so this can be addressed before you finalize your parking spot in case changes need to be made.
The remaining announcements below are event specific so please check out the info below for the events you plan on attending. Thank you all so much for joining us for this amazing event.
Best,
~ Jennifer MAFOA President
Thursday Night Subs & Swaps at the Derr Residence If possible, please carpool from the hotel. The Derr's live in a residential neighborhood. Asked contribution is $7+ to help offset costs. Please be on the lookout for the donation jar upon arrival. T-Shirts will be available at this event for distribution but not sale. We will also be doing a special early bird raffle.
Fast 9 Screening Thursday Night This event is officially sold out (unless you can recruit 11 more friends to join us). Cost is $11 per ticket and is payable upon arrival at the theater. We will leave the Derr Residence at 6:50 to caravan to the theater.
Friday at the Fairgrounds For those who registered prior to the May 24 deadline, make sure your Gate N' Go pass is afixed to your windshield. For those who registered post-May 24 at 3, grab your registration at the Building prior to entering at Gate 3. Upon entering the Fairgounds, see a MAFOA volunteer for parking, then grab your goody bag and items from the MAFOA tent and your additional items from the Carlisle grandstand building including your official class ballot.
Friday Cruise We will begin lining up on the showfield at 12 for a 12:30 departure. 4 groups will depart in waves. Cruise and events will take approximately 2.5 hours.
MAFOA Pizza Party at Building R Located in the building adjacent to the showfield. Please have $7/per person or PayPal Friends and Family pulled up and ready. A Friday night raffle and auction will be held.
High Speed Go-Karting If you have not yet signed up for this event, please contact Jen. Cost is $63/per person for attendees 13 and over.
Friday Night Cruise For the non-go karters A casual post-dinner cruise to take-in the surrounding scenery - will likely include more ice cream.
Saturday Show Day For those who registered prior to the May 24 deadline, make sure your Gate N' Go pass is afixed to your windshield. For those who registered post-May 24 at 3, grab your registration at the Building prior to entering at Gate 3. Upon entering the Fairgounds, see a MAFOA volunteer for parking, then grab your goody bag and items from the MAFOA tent and your additional items from the Carlisle grandstand building including your official class ballot. Special awards ballots will be placed in cars before 10:30-12:30 Voting Window. To be eligible for special awards voting, please be on site and ready by 10:30 AM.
Raffle tickets, silent auction and live auctions will also be held in conjunction with the awards ceremony.
Post show dinner will leave in waves for Hickory Ridge beginning at 3:45 PM. We ask that those who plan to attend the 6 PM Carlisle Productions award ceremony go in the first or second dinner group to return in time.
Saturday Night Go Karting
Post-dinner and awards, a group will head to the Carlisle Sports Emporium for karting, games, mini-golf etc.
Sunday Farewell Breakfast
Our final event will be at Walnut Bottom Diner at 8:30 AM to celebrate a great weekend!
Great post. We should arrive for the Friday night pizza party but not too much before. As you know, we work on Paula's nurses hours!!! Does pizza start at 5 PM? Good idea for the people selling parts to list them at the tent. The thing that we have done in the past is to exchange pre-arranged parts sales/swaps in the Fiero section, but its like here is the part, now put it in your trunk. All and all its going to be a great event, the largest in MAFOA history. Sincerest thanks to Jennifer, the board members, and the volunteers/helpers that have made this all possible for the Fiero Community.
------------------ " THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite. "THE COLUSSUS" 87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H " ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
I sure hope we have good weather. The work done by MAFOA needs to be rewarded with blue sky's, low humidity and light breezes! I just read that the boarder to and from Canada should open on the 21st. Hopefully our neighbors from the north can make it to the show.
I sure hope we have good weather. The work done by MAFOA needs to be rewarded with blue sky's, low humidity and light breezes! I just read that the boarder to and from Canada should open on the 21st. Hopefully our neighbors from the north can make it to the show.
So far the long term weather forecast doesn't show rain that weekend and the Farmers Almanac seems to show only a slight chance. As for our Canadian friends, they should be able to make it as the border should be open. As for the job that MAFOA , the BOD and president Jen has done to promote and make this show possible for all of us; I was regularly in touch with Jen for quite a few months while this all developed and I can tell you this girl worked her tail off for days on end. She deserves the highest praise for her work.
------------------ " THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite. "THE COLUSSUS" 87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H " ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
Thanks Dennis - and everyone for helping to make this show great!
If you have not yet registered, we have 145 cars presently registered. We were able to get 150 goody bags so unless you are in the next 5 to register, the chances of getting one on day-of-show are pretty slim. Your registration prior to show day is HUGE for our planning purposes.
WOW! This looks like it is going to be one heck of a great show! Great Job Jen and all who are putting this together! Hats off!!! I am very sad that I will not be able to attend with my Fiero this year, but I am so glad to see so many people attending! I hope the weather is great for everyone! I may be attending the show, but only as a spectator. I'll have to stop by and say hi.
Had to do a transmission swap and taking a lunch break to run up to the Fiero Store in few to grab a new radiator. I think my car might be shooting for one of those "hard luck" awards. I think we're gonna make it though! Can't wait!
WOW! This looks like it is going to be one heck of a great show! Great Job Jen and all who are putting this together! Hats off!!! I am very sad that I will not be able to attend with my Fiero this year, but I am so glad to see so many people attending! I hope the weather is great for everyone! I may be attending the show, but only as a spectator. I'll have to stop by and say hi.
Good luck to all, and have a great show! Chris
It is sooo good to see you on here. We will really miss you and if anything changes or you can make it Thursday or Friday to any events, let me know! (And shoot me your current email when you can!!)
Had to do a transmission swap and taking a lunch break to run up to the Fiero Store in few to grab a new radiator. I think my car might be shooting for one of those "hard luck" awards. I think we're gonna make it though! Can't wait!
Oh boy! Fingers crossed that it all comes together!
Damm- Canada US border closed until July 21. Had to cancel hotel. Was really looking forward to see so many fieros in one place. Hopefully things back to normal next year and even a bigger turn out!!
Damm- Canada US border closed until July 21. Had to cancel hotel. Was really looking forward to see so many fieros in one place. Hopefully things back to normal next year and even a bigger turn out!!
I don't know what the problem is up there but tonight we attended Somerville NJ cruise night. There were about 350 cars there, a few thousand folks and not a soul wearing a mask on the streets or in the restaurants. We will certainly miss our Canadian friends this year but you get the government that you voted for.
------------------ " THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite. "THE COLUSSUS" 87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H " ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
Damm- Canada US border closed until July 21. Had to cancel hotel. Was really looking forward to see so many fieros in one place. Hopefully things back to normal next year and even a bigger turn out!!
Super sad to have seen that news update today. We will miss you guys.
Hey, we have a club member that has registered for Carlisle. His Fiero has developed some issues and he may have to drive his Corvette. Can he display with us and be counted toward our numbers? We can park it beside my C8 Prototype by Pontiac and label it Fiero Grandchild by Chevrolet.
Hey, we have a club member that has registered for Carlisle. His Fiero has developed some issues and he may have to drive his Corvette. Can he display with us and be counted toward our numbers? We can park it beside my C8 Prototype by Pontiac and label it Fiero Grandchild by Chevrolet.
Oh no! Praying they get worked out - but yes, since it is a GM car, he may use his entry for it. He will have to stop at Gate 3 and get a new sticker, and likely will have to park it with the Corvettes - they are pretty strict about where people park on the showfield but he is absolutely still welcome to do all of our events with his bastard child ;-) (Note: We do have a '62 and '98 so I say that lovingly).
Jen just posted on another website that pre-registration is now at 150 Fiero's. Add the gate registrations the day of the show and the number could soar to 175 or more. This show is going to be an unbelievable event, the largest in MAFOA history. Hope all that attend have an enjoyable and safe ride out to the fairgrounds.
------------------ " THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite. "THE COLUSSUS" 87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H " ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
Lots of very nice cars out there, I swear it felt like the fieros took over almost 20% of the field.
There were enough examples the wife was able to see some similar examples to the cars I'd owned over the years.
Also enjoyed seeing the Meras down the end of the infield, even if they were all manual trannys - just meant the owners were spared from me trying to take one home!
Awesome event. Huge props to FieroChic88. I don't think she had a chance to stop and enjoy the show. She was constantly managing, directing, running around, answering questions (I'm guilty here)... that can be draining.
Thanks FieroChic!
Also, thank you to everyone who voted for my car for the WIP award. Mike and I were really flattered by the attention and questions. I really looking forward to the next time I can be here (or at the 40th) when everyone can see it/hear it running (and... factors being favorable, having all the bodywork/paint done and interior installed)
Lots of very nice cars out there, I swear it felt like the fieros took over almost 20% of the field.
There were enough examples the wife was able to see some similar examples to the cars I'd owned over the years.
Also enjoyed seeing the Meras down the end of the infield, even if they were all manual trannys - just meant the owners were spared from me trying to take one home!
The TTop Mera with the miller woods turbo was very cool to look at. I am willing to bet that is the only one on the road!
Despite the engine in my Fiero developing a critical miss about 15 miles from home and having to attend in our family car, the event was absolutely incredible. Always great meeting old friends and meeting new ones. We cannot say enough about Jennifer Gilbert Goss as MAFOA president, except that she is amazing. Arrived home with not only some great memories but with a bunch of new USA made tools and some special mixed paint for my 85GT ragtop W.I.P. project from the paint vendor there. Hopefully we can post a picture thread later on today.
------------------ " THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite. "THE COLUSSUS" 87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H " ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
Carlisle was AMAZING this year for Fieros! As I rolled into the show in late morning yesterday Jen said that I was number Fiero #125 that showed up! The events and the club activities were a lot of fun, and the cherry on top was (what I thought I heard) an award for the most attended car in the whole show! The Carlisle staff took a picture of the entire club in front of the tent! So many Fiero fans were there it was almost comical, the community is honestly as strong as ever.
Many beautiful cars showed up and Gary Pickard's crown jewel LS4 swapped Fiero with the gold rims was in the T building on display. That car looks absolutely perfect and a real testament of the quality of him and his son's work. Jen's blue car is still as nice as ever as well as her SD Indy!
As for the rest of the representation of GM cars for Chevy Nationals weekend... was lackluster at best. There were far less cars as other years.
------------------ "Discord" Red 1988 GT under restoration!
Let's Go Mets!
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Had a really great time at Carlisle! I've never seen so many Fieros in one place! Only wish we could have been there for more of the show on Saturday.
Mike and Trinten made a small miracle happen when they spotted the alternator on the field that got my car back to catch the tail end of the show and 400 miles home to CT yesterday. THANKS YOU GUYS!!!
Had a really great time at Carlisle! I've never seen so many Fieros in one place! Only wish we could have been there for more of the show on Saturday.
Mike and Trinten made a small miracle happen when they spotted the alternator on the field that got my car back to catch the tail end of the show and 400 miles home to CT yesterday. THANKS YOU GUYS!!!
You're welcome! I'm glad it worked out and held up for the trip home.
Carlisle was AMAZING this year for Fieros! As I rolled into the show in late morning yesterday Jen said that I was number Fiero #125 that showed up! The events and the club activities were a lot of fun, and the cherry on top was (what I thought I heard) an award for the most attended car in the whole show! The Carlisle staff took a picture of the entire club in front of the tent! So many Fiero fans were there it was almost comical, the community is honestly as strong as ever.
Many beautiful cars showed up and Gary Pickard's crown jewel LS4 swapped Fiero with the gold rims was in the T building on display. That car looks absolutely perfect and a real testament of the quality of him and his son's work. Jen's blue car is still as nice as ever as well as her SD Indy! ...
Saturday June 26th late afternoon. Three rows of Pontiac Fieros nearly 1/4 mile long. Great weather but it was overcast for about 1 hour. My favorite Fiero show of all time. Not only was the show fun but was able to find tools, parts, literature and custom mixed paint for my projects on the vendor field.
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Stock Notchback: 1 - Kerri Fuimara, Yellow 1988 Formula 2 - Cory Watts, 1984 Indy 3 - Peter Bransky, Red 1984 SE
Stock Fastback: 1 - Alan Ferris, White 1988 GT 2 - Lee Minton, Medium Red Metallic 1988 GT 3 - Patrick Jones, Red 1988 GT
Custom Notchback: 1 - Dennis Earvase, Orange 1986 SE 2 - Marc Santorella, Grey 1985 Coupe 3 - Lloyd Eyler, Maroon 1985 GT
Custom Fastback: 1 - Jerry Atkinson, Blue 1986 GT 2 - Nate Williams, Yellow 1988 GT 3 - Wayne Geib, Black 1987 GT
Modified Notchback: 1 - Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985 GT (LS4) 2 - David Fanning, Orange 1986 SE (3800SC) 3 - Wes Shiring, Gold 1987 Coupe (Convertible 2.5)
Modified Fastback: 1 - Jon Miller, Gold 1986 GT (3.4L) 2 - Eric Schneck, Red 1987 GT (400 SBC bored .030 over to make it a 406 Front mounted) 3 - Kevin Scally, White 1987 GT (3800SC)
Rebody/Kit Car: 1 - Mike Andrusiewicz, Red 1988 MERA 2 - Eric & Lauren Levin, Yellow 1987 MERA 3 - Steve Pishock, Red 1986 308 Rebody
Celebrity Judging Results Henry Kowalski, Red 1986 GT w/383 Stroker - Chosen by Jennifer Goss, MAFOA President Jestin Pickardt, Red 1986 GT w/LS4 - Chosen by Ken Appell, GM Nationals Show Manager Randy Agee, Red 1988 Formula Fastback w/3800SC - Chosen by Joe Aponick, MAFOA Treasurer David Fanning, Orange 1986 SE w/3800 SC - Chosen by Brian Little, Susquehanna Valley GTOs Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985 GT w/LS4 - Chosen by Lance Miller, Co-Owner of Carlisle Events
Carlisle Elite - Top 10 Cars at GM Nationals as Chosen by Carlisle Events Staff Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985 GT w/LS4
Special Awards (MAFOA)
Jim Gilbert Memorial Award: Gary Pickardt Blake Moore Antics Award: Eric White The Rattler Award: Tom DeWitt, Hard Luck Award: John Panicci, Blue 1986GT with 3800SC Low Mileage Award: Tom St. John, Red 1988 Formula with 9500 miles High Mileage Award: Bryan Whitney, Red 1986SE with 258,000 miles Longest Distance Driven Award: Longest Distance Traveled: Jason Spade, Clovis, NM Best Engineered: Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985 GT with LS4 Best Stock Interior: Kevin Berkheimer, White 1985 SE Best Stock Paint: Lucinda Allen, Blue 1987 GT Best Stock Engine Bay: Lee Minton, Medium Red Metallic 1988 GT Best Wheels: Jerry Atkinson, Blue 1986GT Best Sound System: Nate Williams, Yellow 1988GT Best Non-Stock Interior: Ron Yeager, Grey 1986GT Best Non-Stock Paint: “Fiero Jon” Miller, Gold 1986GT Best Non-Stock Body: “Fiero Jon” Miller, Gold 1986GT Best Non-Stock Engine Bay: Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985GT with LS4 Best Theme: Dennis Earvase, “Orange Crush” 1986SE Best Work-in-Progress: Vince Hartman, White 1987GT with LS4 Best Factory Stock: Kevin Berkheimer, White 1985SE Best Factory Stock - Runner Up: Peter Bransky, Red 1984SE Best Daily Driver: Wayne Geib, Black 1987 GT Best Daily Driver Runner-Up: Marc Santorella, Grey 1985 GT Best in Show - Stock: Lee Minton, Medium Red Metallic 1988 GT Best in Show - Non-Stock: Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985 GT with LS4 Best in Show - Overall: Jennifer Goss, Cobalt Blue 1985 GT with LS4 Best in the Midwest: Fiero Owner Younger Than Their Car: Jestin Pickardt, Red 1986 GT with LS4
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Can't wait!
400 SBC bored .030 over to make it a 406.
