http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/ The Volvo owner's resource since 1997. en Copyright 1997-2009, Jarrod Stenberg Sat, 7 Nov 2009 06:04 GMT Sat, 7 Nov 2009 06:04 GMT brickadmin@denizen.net brickadmin@denizen.net volvo 120 http://www.brickboard.com/images/logo_b_25.gif http://www.brickboard.com/ 25 25 The Volvo owner's resource since 1997. %0D%0AIt was a fun meet. The first Volvo's at Ikea in Florida.%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://flvcoa.org/News_and_Events.html%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0A--%0A84 244GL and 85 245DL http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1383538/fall_2009_volvos_ikea_orlando_photos.html?rss=1 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 02:05 GMT Another one bits the dust and it looks like the weather held out for us last night! %0D%0A%0D%0ANice meet with 9 Volvos in total including several new comers!%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://www.voee.ca/gallery/09octmeet.shtml%0D%0A%0D%0ANow, will it or won't it snow next month? The show must go on! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1382380/edmonton_area_ab_canada_next_volvo_meet_october_26th.html?rss=1 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:51 GMT The October meet is upon us! :-D%0D%0A%0D%0AMonday 26th October%0D%0A{Always the last Monday of every month)%0D%0A%0D%0AIkea - South Edmonton Common%0D%0A(SW section of parking lot, #10)%0D%0A%0D%0A@ 7.00pm%0D%0A%0D%0AGeneral chit-chat meeting; check out each other's cars.%0D%0A%0D%0AIf the weather is bad, we'll sit in the upstairs restaurant. However, note food service stops at 8pm.%0D%0A%0D%0AHave a browse around Ikea while your there!%0D%0A%0D%0AAll year and model of Volvos welcome! We love to have a nice selection, from stock to modified!%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://www.VOEE.ca http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1380017/edmonton_area_ab_canada_next_volvo_meet_october_26th.html?rss=1 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:43 GMT Anyone attending Eurofest at the BMW plant in Greer, SC this Saturday? Last year it was site for the VCOA national meet. Hopefully there will be a good turnout from Volvo owners this year. I will be there with my PV544.%0A--%0ABob, NC 1965 PV544 1988 240 wagon http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1379124/eurofest_bmw_sc_1017.html?rss=1 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:34 GMT Great photos, some great cars. Thanks for posting as I couldn't make it this year.%0A--%0A84 244GL and 85 245DL http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1381719/eurofest_bmw_sc_1017.html?rss=1 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:29 GMT There was about 500 cars in attendance including about 20 Volvos. The following link will take you to 42 photos from the event.%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://www.flickr.com/photos/blue65pv544/sets/72157622621889554/%0A--%0ABob, NC 1965 PV544 1988 240 wagon http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1381360/eurofest_bmw_sc_1017.html?rss=1 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:37 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AWe are pleased to announce our next event!%0D%0A%0D%0AWhat:%0D%0AFall Foothill Drive%0D%0A%0D%0AJoin us as we explore the history and culture of the foothill regions of Ione and Jackson! Stops include the Preston Castle in Ione, the Kennedy Tailing Wheel Park in Jackson, and the city of Jackson.%0D%0A%0D%0ASac Volvo Club Event Flyer:%0D%0Ahttp://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-flyer%0D%0A%0D%0APreston Castle website:%0D%0Ahttp://www.prestoncastle.com%0D%0A%0D%0AKennedy Tailing Wheels Park Information / website:%0D%0Ahttp://www.malakoff.com/goldcountry/mcjkktw.htm%0D%0A%0D%0AWhen:%0D%0ASaturday, October 17, 2009%0D%0A9:30A%0D%0A%0D%0AWhere (Meeting Location):%0D%0ASloughhouse Inn Parking Lot%0D%0A12700 Meiss Rd%0D%0ASloughhouse, CA 95683%0D%0A%0D%0ADetailed interactive map:%0D%0Ahttp://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=107704669251613801548.000474d271969ee41b5f4&t=h&z=11%0D%0A%0D%0ACopy and Paste from the Event Flyer:%0D%0AWe will meet you at Sloughhouse Inn parking lot on Highway 16 (Jackson Road) & Meiss Road to begin the mapped portion of the tour. The inn is not in business.%0D%0A%0D%0APlan for the Day:%0D%0A-Leave from Sloughhouse Inn at 9:30 a.m.%0D%0A%0D%0A-1st Stop at Preston Castle in Ione, CA for a tour of the 1890s vintage building that is undergoing restoration. It was a state operated reform school from 1894 to 1960.%0D%0ATour cost is $10 for adults. For more information:%0D%0Ahttp://www.prestoncastle.com/tours.html#publictours%0D%0A%0D%0A-Drive to Sutter Creek via Sutter Ione Road%0D%0A%0D%0A-Next stop lunch in Sutter Creek or vicinity (Location to be determined)%0D%0A%0D%0A-Drive to Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park on Jackson Gate Road via Hwy 49%0D%0A%0D%0A-At Kennedy Tailing Wheels Park we will be able to view these gold mining relics. For more information: http://www.malakoff.com/goldcountry/mcjkktw.htm%0D%0A%0D%0A-From here you are on your own to discover other foothill attractions%0D%0A--Mike Peterson suggests the used book store in Jackson (Hein & Co. 204 N. Main.)%0D%0A%0D%0A--Marcia loves the bead shop at 46 Main Street in Jackson &#128;&#147; The Hole Affair:%0D%0Ahttp://www.theholeaffair.com/ They also have yarn. Tell Annette or Kathleen that Marcia sent you! %0D%0A%0D%0A--Be aware there&#128;&#153;s an all day event in Jackson on Main Street:%0D%0A&#128;&#156;Amador County Heritage Day, Saturday, October 17. Come to historic Main%0D%0AStreet in Jackson on Heritage Day to re-live the area's colorful history, enjoy the tastes of a Dutch Oven cooking competition and the Fire Department Chili Cook-off (http://hjba.homestead.com/ChiliCookOff.html), and watch a spirited Fire Department Muster competition. Music and other street entertainment will occur throughout the day and antique and other handmade craft vendors will be selling their wares. The event runs from 10am-5pm on the length of Main Street.&#128;&#157; &#128;&#147;http://ci.jackson.ca.us/%0D%0A%0D%0AWe do need to know if you are coming so there are enough docents at Preston to give us a good tour. We need to decide on a place for lunch that will work for us. We will be asking for your lunch location preference among Mexican, Italian, or Deli (Amador City). Maps & handouts about the places we are visiting will be provided at the meeting spot.%0D%0A%0D%0ATo RSVP (or ask a question), please contact Marcia & Wally Russell (no later than October 13, 2009):%0D%0Ahttp://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/contactus%0D%0A%0D%0AHope to see you there!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1376635/sacramento_chapter_october_17_2009_fall_foothill_drive_vcoa_event_lunch_sacvcoa_foothills.html?rss=1 Fri, 2 Oct 2009 08:14 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AJust a friendly reminder that this event is this Saturday, October 17, 2009.%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you are interested in attending, you can still RSVP-- Please send your e-mail RSVP to Marcia & Wally Russell: %0D%0Ahttp://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/contactus%0D%0A%0D%0AHope to see you there!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1379716/sacramento_chapter_october_17_2009_fall_foothill_drive_vcoa_event_lunch_sacvcoa_foothills.html?rss=1 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:22 GMT Puget Sound Volvo Club Of America in conjunction with Puget Sound Volvo Sports America is having their last meet of the 2009 season at Juanita Beach Park, 9703 NE Juanita Beach Drive, in Kirkland, WA (Seattle Area) on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009 from 11:00 to 3:00. Swap meet, great cars (of course) and fun people. Bring a lunch and some unused treasures to trade or turn into cash! Should be nice weather as well, unusual for this event! Come on down for a relaxing early afternoon with fellow aficionadoes on the northeast edge of Lake Washington. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1378338/pcvcoa_swap_meet.html?rss=1 Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:33 GMT Hi Everyone, %0D%0A%0D%0AAn update:%0D%0A%0D%0ACJ, the GGVCOA President, posted this at Turbobricks:%0D%0A&#091QUOTE&#093We are trying to give Jim an accurate number of people that are going to show. If you are planning on attending this event please R.S.V.P. John Sharp at john.sharp@ggvcoa.org to get on the list. Depending on the amount of people that show some may be able to sit in the cars, ask very specific questions about them etc. This will all depend on the size of the group. Jim has said there will be some Volvo SWAG to boot!&#091/QUOTE&#093%0D%0A%0D%0AHere is the link to the original topic:%0D%0Ahttp://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=181743%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1377708/october_11_2009_kpax_racing_s60rs_laguna_seca_raceway_vcoa_ca_sacramento_bay_area_southern.html?rss=1 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 23:00 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AJim Haughey of K-Pax racing is offering VCOA members this wonderful opportunity: %0D%0A%0D%0AWhat:%0D%0AK-Pax Racing (S60Rs) at Laguna Seca Raceway%0D%0A%0D%0ASac Volvo Club Event Flyer:%0D%0Ahttp://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-flyer%0D%0A%0D%0AK-Pax Racing website:%0D%0Awww.kpaxracing.com%0D%0A%0D%0ALaguna Seca Raceway website:%0D%0Ahttp://www.mazdaraceway.com/%0D%0A%0D%0AWhen:%0D%0ASunday, October 11, 2009%0D%0A2:45P%0D%0A%0D%0AWhere:%0D%0ALaguna Seca Raceway%0D%0A1021 Monterey-Salinas Hwy%0D%0ASalinas, CA 93908%0D%0A%0D%0ACopy and Paste from the Event Flyer:%0D%0A"My name is Jim Haughey, owner of K-Pax Racing. I am a VCOA club member and own a Volvo repair business near San Jose, California . We race two S60R Volvos in the Speed World-Challenge GT racing series. You may have heard of us, if not, look in the September/October edition of Rolling Magazine on page 15 for our current story.%0D%0A%0D%0AWe will be at Laguna Seca Raceway, near Monterey California, October 8 thru 11. We race on Sunday October 11 at 2:45 pm. We have won two races so far this year, beating Porsches, Vipers, Mustangs and Corvettes. Laguna Seca looks to be a good track for the Volvos. Trying not to wave our flag too much, but these are the fastest Volvos in the world!%0D%0A%0D%0AI&#128;&#153;d like to invite any club members out to the track and if there is sufficient interest we can gather the VCOA members at our paddock area and have a talk for the members, let them get a close look at the cars, maybe sit in the cars, show everyone our trailers, motors, transmissions, meet the drivers and have a good time. The reason I am writing is to see if your local chapter has any interest in coming to Laguna Seca for our race. I am also extending invitations to the Golden Gate Chapter and perhaps some local dealers.%0D%0A%0D%0AHere is a link to the schedule http://www.world-challenge.com/files/schedules/2009%20MRLS%20ScheduleR1.pdf.%0D%0AHere is the link to our website, www.kpaxracing.com.%0D%0AI also CC&#128;&#153;d Dave Drimmie; he is the VP of Marketing and Communication for our series and may be able to get us some free stuff.%0D%0A%0D%0ALet me know what you think.%0D%0A%0D%0ARegards,%0D%0AJim Haughey%0D%0AK-Pax Racing %0D%0Awww.kpaxracing.com%0D%0A%0D%0A---%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091b&#093Please email a RSVP or direct questions to:&#091/b&#093%0D%0AJeff Molander, Sac Volvo Club President%0D%0Ahttp://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/contactus%0D%0A%0D%0AYou can also RSVP by:%0D%0A-Filling out the Event Registration form here:%0D%0Ahttp://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-registration%0D%0A-Sending me a PM%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you are in the Bay Area or in Southern CA, you can also contact:%0D%0A-CJ Yother, Golden Gate Chapter President%0D%0Ahttp://forum.ggvcoa.org/index.php/topic,302.0.html%0D%0A%0D%0A-Dave Barton, Southern California Chapter President%0D%0Ahttp://www.scvcoa.org/page12.html%0D%0A%0D%0AGo Volvo!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1374933/october_11_2009_kpax_racing_s60rs_laguna_seca_raceway_vcoa_ca_sacramento_bay_area_southern.html?rss=1 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:15 GMT First Ever OVT/IPD All-Swedish Meet to benefit Doernbecher&#128;&#153;s Children&#128;&#153;s Hospital%0D%0A%0D%0AWhen: Oct. 3 (Saturday)%0D%0AWhere: IKEA Portland (Meeting point... see specific times below)%0D%0A%0D%0ATime:%0D%0AIKEA: 10:00 a.m. (IKEA would prefer no one arrive before 9:30 a.m.)%0D%0APIR: 1:00 p.m. (start of official show, raffle, and vendor booths)%0D%0APIR: 6:00 p.m. (start of drag racing)%0D%0A%0D%0AEntrance Fees:%0D%0A- IKEA: None%0D%0A- PIR Entry: $5 per person (kids 15 and under free), $5 per car to show (in other words, if you want to show your car, you pay $10 total). Paid OVT members receive two free raffle tickets and an OVT decal (we know who you are!). Raffle tickets: $1 each or 7 for $5.%0D%0A- PIR Drags: If you&#128;&#153;ve already paid to get into PIR for our event, there is no additional charge (normally $8) to spectate. If you want to race, it&#128;&#153;s $25 to race ($35 if you do not already hold a PIR annual "race pass").%0D%0A%0D%0APrizes for the show are donated by IPD, The V Shop, Northwest Paintless Dent Removal, H-M Motorsports, and others. Be sure to visit the vendor's booths in the corral areas!%0D%0A%0D%0ANOTE: Proceeds from entrance fees collected and the raffle will be donated to Doernbecher's Children's Hospital in Portland.%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0ASchedule of Events:%0D%0A%0D%0A10:00 - 12:00 - Meet at IKEA%0D%0ACars are parked in sections according to type (Volvo/Saab). Note: voting ballots and windshield placards will be distributed later on at PIR. Please take a minute to have some brunch or early lunch to thank IKEA for supporting our event.%0D%0A%0D%0A1:00 &#128;&#147; 5:00 &#128;&#147; Show & Shine at PIR%0D%0AIf you are a vendor or are showing your car you are more than welcome to start arriving as early as 10AM). Parking will be designated on the grass (same place as Portland Historic Races). People will be on hand to direct folks to the designated area. Those who choose to show their cars will receive a windshield placard that has a number on it. Everyone will receive a ballot for voting.%0D%0A%0D%0A2:00 - 4:00 &#128;&#147; Judging. Categories: 1. Best Volvo, 2. Best Saab, 3. Best in Show. Please submit your ballots by 4:00!%0D%0A%0D%0A4:30 &#128;&#147; Announcement of winners and distribution of prizes with raffle following. Vendors to start packing up as preferred.%0D%0A%0D%0A5:00 &#128;&#147; Show ends. There are a number of restaurants in the area. Food is also available at PIR starting at 6pm.%0D%0A%0D%0A6:00 - Drag racing at PIR begins%0D%0AThose who will be spectating do not need to pay any additional fees. Those who are drag racing must re-enter the park and pay the drag racing entrance fee. This portion of the day's event is completely separate from all the earlier festivities! %0D%0A%0D%0APrizes for "Fastest Volvo" and "Fastest Saab" will be awarded via mail or available for pickup. Awards will be based on the single-fastest run of the night by the respective drivers. NOTE: You must have a verified timeslip in order to qualify!%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0AEvent Rules:%0D%0A%0D%0A- No vandalism of any kind to IKEA or PIR property, or any of the vehicles at either of the locations. Clean up after yourselves!%0D%0A- No speeding above the posted speed limits on both properties or on the streets surrounding the locations.%0D%0A- If you choose to participate in any type of group cruise between the two%0D%0Alocations, please observe all traffic laws!%0D%0A- No "displays of horsepower"... Translation: no burnouts! Revving engines is okay as long as it is not deemed to be disturbing the public. Same goes for loud stereos. This is particularly important at IKEA.%0D%0A- No alcohol consumption... this is the ground rules for both the IKEA and PIR properties. No exceptions to this policy.%0D%0A- Obey designated OVT officers and/or event volunteers. They are there for everyone's safety and the success of the event!%0D%0A http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1375564/ovtipd_swedish_meet_oct_3.html?rss=1 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:59 GMT TAKE NOTE...%0D%0A%0D%0ADue to circumstances beyond our control, the venue in the AFTERNOON has changed. It is NO LONGER being held at PIR.%0D%0A%0D%0ANew Place: IPD (just like the Garage Sale)%0D%0ATime: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.%0D%0ACost: Still $5 to show your car, but the entrance fee will be "suggested donation". Keep in mind that 100% of the proceeds from this event are going to Doernbecher's Hospital. Raffle tickets are still $1 each, or 7 for $5.%0D%0A%0D%0ACar show participants will be directed into the IPD lot after paying the $5 entrance fee. Others will park on the street.%0D%0A%0D%0ARaffle prizes include tons of t-shirts from H-M Motorsports, OVT, IPD, and others; gift certificates for ding removal, oil changes, and service; cool swag from other vendors.%0D%0A%0D%0AMore than likely due to the weather, the drag racing at PIR will be canceled. So whatever parties you have planned can start early! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1376763/ovtipd_swedish_meet_oct_3_important_change_venue.html?rss=1 Fri, 2 Oct 2009 19:35 GMT UPDATE: Bring cash! We have no way to accept checks or credit cards! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1376195/ovtipd_swedish_meet_oct_3.html?rss=1 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:48 GMT A bit windy and cold last night, and at 7pm the meet wasn't looking to good until everyone starts rolling in late!! We had a great little turn out of six Volvos and one non-Volvo. The weather didn't put anyone off standing around in the cold and wind for some banter, and a few pictures. It was great to meet a few more faces and I hope to see a few more new comers next month, October 26th.%0D%0A%0D%0APictures;%0D%0Ahttp://www.calgaryvolvoclub.com/gallery/v/DarrenK/EdmontonSep09/%0D%0A%0D%0AIf anyone else is interested in the Edmonton meets feel free to PM me your email address or join the Facebook group at;%0D%0Ahttp://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=115816838259 http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1375885/edmonton_area_ab_canada_next_monthly_volvo_meet_alberta_owners_ikea.html?rss=1 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:11 GMT Here's the details for the second monthly Volvo meet for anyone in Edmonton & area - and off course, further afield. %0D%0A%0D%0AMonday 28th September%0D%0A(Last Monday of every month)%0D%0A%0D%0AIkea - South Edmonton Common%0D%0A(SW section of parking lot)%0D%0A%0D%0A@ 7.00pm%0D%0A%0D%0AGeneral chit-chat meeting; check out each others cars.%0D%0A%0D%0AFood in the resturant is optional, although it closes at 8pm.%0D%0A%0D%0ABring the wife/girlfriend/mistress for a browse around Ikea to keep her occupied!%0D%0A%0D%0AAll year and model of Volvos welcome!%0D%0A%0D%0ALast months pictures;%0D%0Ahttp://s41.photobucket.com/albums/e279/thisismyminiadventure/2009/08-31-09_Volvo/?albumview=slideshow%0D%0A%0D%0AFacebook group;%0D%0Ahttp://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=115816838259%0D%0A%0D%0AI've been in touch with a few more Volvo owners so I'm expecting a few more Volvos / owners this time. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1374699/edmonton_area_ab_canada_next_monthly_volvo_meet_alberta_owners_ikea.html?rss=1 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 02:33 GMT Looks like the weather will be warm & sunny!%0D%0A____________%0D%0ARain or Shine, North Vancouver, B.C. from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. Bring a picnic lunch, shine up the Volvo and bring the family. There will be **LOTS** of raffle prizes as well as dash plaques and trophies for the Peoples Choice and Runner up. We will also hold our annual general meeting. Please bring non-perishable food donations for a Lower Mainland Food Bank. For info call Dave McAree 604-530-6097 or Gregg Morris 604-469-1216 .%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://volvoclubofbc.com/events/index.html http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1374320/volvo_club_bc_18th_annual_fall_picnic_september_27th_2009.html?rss=1 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:16 GMT I have a growing list of 27 Vintage Volvo race cars that will be all racing together with SFR/SCCA Vintage on April 10-11th. Everything from early PV 544s, Volvo powered specials, 122's, 142's, P-1800's, Marcos and maybe a few Saab's will make up an interesting field. Sponsor's are welcome and Volvo street cars are encouraged in the pits.%0D%0A%0D%0APlease contact: Alan at alanb@alanberrydesign.com for further info or to get on the list. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1374106/2010_vintage_volvo_challenge_laguna_seca.html?rss=1 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:18 GMT http://forums.swedespeed.com/zerothread?id=124394%0D%0A%0D%0AFree BBQ, cash prizes (3-$50) Best Volvos, Poker Run (2-$50 winning hands hi/lo), parts swap-n-sell, free car magazines/manuals, no-rules auction and more!%0D%0A%0D%0AGeorge Dill http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1370225/volvo_car_club_meet_oct_31_2009_southeast_texas_near_columbus.html?rss=1 Fri, 4 Sep 2009 21:23 GMT Excellent Aaron I have added you to the list! %0D%0A%0D%0AAt this point we have 88 people signed up and I really think we can get to 100.%0D%0A%0D%0AThere is no issue with selling parts beforehand and exchanges taking place there - we just cant have people set up vendor tables.%0D%0A%0D%0AEveryone I promise this event will be epic! You should all come.%0D%0A%0D%0A http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1369677/count_us.html?rss=1 Wed, 2 Sep 2009 15:27 GMT I will be there with two of my fellow Bricksters in my new '89 745TI m46 that replaces my beloved and totaled '88 244GL (RIP)%0D%0A%0D%0A7 Volvofamily (Aaron W) '89 745Ti%0D%0ANon registered friend with '93 850GLT%0D%0ANon registered friend with '93 244DL.%0D%0A%0D%0ABTW: I know that we can't sell anything on the lot but if people are interested I will be posting items for sale that I could meet the person prior to or after with.%0D%0A%0D%0A240 armrest w/ cupholder %0D%0A240 trailer hitch%0D%0A240 IPD lowering springs and front poly bushings.%0D%0ACoin tray%0D%0Acomplete 240 power sunroof kit.%0D%0A3 Virgo rims.%0D%0A240 OEM Volvo Bra in mint shape.%0D%0A240 black DL door panels in nice shape. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1369640/count_us.html?rss=1 Wed, 2 Sep 2009 12:28 GMT Thats right folks - its back! Volvos at Ikea 2009!%0D%0AWith over 74 vehicles signed up last year and nearly that many in attendance, lets try to push the 100 mark!%0D%0A%0D%0AWhen: Saturday, September 12th 2009 from 11am to 3pm%0D%0A%0D%0AWhere: Ikea - 400 Alan Wood Rd Conshohocken, PA 19428%0D%0AThis is in Suburban Philadelphia and is easily accessible from many highways. If you are in the Mid-Atlantic/Northeast this is an easy day trip!%0D%0A%0D%0ADue to ample parking facilities inside and out this event is RAIN OR SHINE!%0D%0A%0D%0AAs before, you're welcome to bring your own food/non-alcoholic drinks (Jim- Grill still up in the air, but I will let you know), but reasonably priced food & drinks will also be available in Ikea's restaurant. We'll also have access to Ikea's restroom facilities.%0D%0ASo, let's savor some Swedish meatballs and end the Summer with some Swedish automotive pride.%0D%0A%0D%0AObvious Rules:%0D%0A- No burnouts, drifting, excessive speed while on Ikea's property.%0D%0A- No loud music/subwoofer demos(especially in the parking garage).%0D%0A- No alcohol.%0D%0A- Selling anything on Ikea's property is prohibited.%0D%0AThey were thrilled that we were coming back this year, so lets keep it that way!%0D%0A%0D%0ASpecial Features (if you have something you want to mention here please email or PM me on Swedespeed):%0D%0AP2 cup holder installation demo by Adam (Arthur C)%0D%0A%0D%0AMuch thanks to 95 T5R for cross posting this at Turbobricks and Volvospeed and to SL8Brick for organizing the original event!%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me (Bender - aka Paul) via PM at Swedespeed or via email (mcginlep AT gmail DOT com)%0D%0A%0D%0ALast year was a great chance for Volvo owners of all ages, from all boards, and with all types of Volvos to get together, connect, and cross the usual dividing lines. Thanks to everyone and lets make this year's event even better than the last!%0D%0A%0D%0AAttending (please respond with your user name, real name, and car you are bringing):%0D%0A%0D%0A1. Bender/Paul/S60 T5 and possibly the 240 Classic%0D%0A2. JRL/Jim/Anything he wants%0D%0A3. Firenice/Shane/242T%0D%0A4. Oreo931/Adam/850T5R%0D%0A5. Prezman26/Mike/850GLT%0D%0A6. T5power/ Corey/ 98 S70 T5%0D%0A7. bigmay850/Jon/850t%0D%0A8. markdown/mark/s70 t5%0D%0A9. AGISH/Jeff/855T or S60R%0D%0A10. Chilledman/Justin/ The IKEA Volvo%0D%0A11. Fake-R/Brett/854%0D%0A12. vlvfreak/Dave/850R%0D%0A13. M3ntos/John/S60R%0D%0A14. Volvo D/Dan/S60 T5%0D%0A15. MancUnited1/Rich/S60R%0D%0A16. oshi/Aime/S60R%0D%0A17. Forced5/Joe/S60R%0D%0A18. Blubrik/Roger/probably my beater '90 244Ti%0D%0A19. bdimag/Brian/not sure%0D%0A20. Breadbox/Matt/'89 740 Wagon%0D%0A21. HolyCrapItsDawson/Dawson/'91 244%0D%0A22. Swedespeed960/Joe/960%0D%0A23. lastoasis/keith/1990 244%0D%0A24. oldduttyvolvo/Robert/88-740T%0D%0A25. ZVOLVO240 / Will / 1991 244%0D%0A26. FlyingTog/Peter/'97 965%0D%0A27. Eli/Eli/81' 244ti%0D%0A28. volvo940tuner/Ian/'90 744 TIC SE and '97 854R%0D%0A29. *unregistered*/Man Ip/'96 854R%0D%0A30. Jippi GLT-R/Jack/ 1996 855 GLT-R%0D%0A31. --Aaron--/Aaron/1998 S70 GLT%0D%0A32. xman03/Matt/S60R%0D%0A33. bcheng4jc/ben/sonic S60R%0D%0A34. Puredrive07/Jonathan/2007 S60R%0D%0A35. Fasts60r/Mike/S60 R%0D%0A36. GiRaff3/Bob/S60R%0D%0A37. Rezin S60T5/Rob/S60 T5%0D%0A38. bcheng4jc's sister/s40 T5 AWD%0D%0A39. StarmanDXE/Ryan/S60 T5M%0D%0A40. DLv8/ / 81 240%0D%0A41. outofthebox/ryan/240%0D%0A42. Djqballyall/Jay/83 242ti%0D%0A43. SL8Brick/Bill/245%0D%0A44. Chino/Chino/244DL or S60T5M%0D%0A45. chirish1234/Nick/1989 244 GL%0D%0A46. Blazinslow/ brendan/ 99 S80 T6%0D%0A47. llama/nate/16venvy%0D%0A48. AthruC/adam/07 S60R%0D%0A49. /Scott/2005 S60 R%0D%0A50. crimnlmnded/ /%0D%0A51. QnsMostWanted / /%0D%0A52. vernk/vern/04s60r%0D%0A53. Overun73/ / 04 S60R%0D%0A54. piccini9/Peter/1992 745Turbo-Black%0D%0A55. fcpkyle/ /%0D%0A56. izebob27/Brendan/'96 850R%0D%0A57. Ride R/Dan/05V70R%0D%0A58. xunique/Brandon/07S60R%0D%0A59. Crimnlmnded/ Mike/ 04 S60R%0D%0A%0D%0ANote that we need some classics!%0D%0A%0D%0AI hope you all can come! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1366458/volvos_ikea_posted_wrong_spot_sorry.html?rss=1 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:33 GMT We now have 84 vehicles signed up! Hope to see some of you there! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1369231/volvos_ikea_posted_wrong_spot_sorry.html?rss=1 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:28 GMT Mainly because I bought the "kit" from FCPGroton and tried to use their excuse for an intake mani gasket. After I got a replacement from the dealer, it went much easier. My 5 hour job went to 9 hours. I had a hard time with the #5 cyl manifold bolt until I removed the throttle body (which needed cleaning). I also managed to loose a 10mm driver which fell between the starter and block, nevver to be seen again!%0D%0AWith a few shortcuts, it would now take me 3 hours. Let me know on the FWD section and I will pass them along...%0D%0A%0D%0AKlaus%0D%0A%0A--%0AThe more I learn, the more I forget. So why learn? http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1364870/advice_used_volvo_purchase.html?rss=1 Sun, 9 Aug 2009 16:15 GMT We are thinking about buying a 1998 Volvo S70 from our neighbor. The seller has been very upfront about what repairs he has made and what repairs will need to be made. The car looks great and has 111,000 miles on it. The price is $2000 which sounds really good, but we are concerned about the repair costs that will be coming in the future. I can take it to a reputable Volvo repair shop for a pre-purchase inspection. Does this purchase sound like a good deal? Any advice would be appreciated. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1364274/advice_used_volvo_purchase.html?rss=1 Thu, 6 Aug 2009 14:10 GMT For the second year in a row I will be entering my PV544 in the Euro Auto Festival at BMW in SC. Has anyone entered the rally on Sunday? I was curious as to what it involved. Thanks!%0A--%0ABob, NC 1965 PV544 1988 240 wagon http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1367461/euro_auto_festival_bmw_sc.html?rss=1 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:40 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AWe are pleased to announce our next event:%0D%0A%0D%0AWhat:%0D%0AEuroSunday Sacramento%0D%0A%0D%0ASac Volvo Club Event Flyer:%0D%0A&#091URL&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-flyer&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A%0D%0AEuroSunday Sacramento website:%0D%0A&#091URL&#093http://eurosunday.net/sacramento/index.html&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A%0D%0AWhen:%0D%0ASunday, August 23, 2009%0D%0A8:00A%0D%0A%0D%0AWhere:%0D%0APete&#128;&#153;s Coffee &#128;&#147; Quarry Ponds Shopping Center%0D%0A5550 Douglas Blvd.%0D%0AGranite Bay, CA 95746%0D%0A%0D%0ACopy and Paste from the Event Flyer:%0D%0AOur plan for the day is to arrive at 8:00 am, and park in the area designated by the event organizers and enjoy looking at all the cars on display until the event ends at 10:30 am.%0D%0A%0D%0ATypically, European exotics and well restored pre-75 cars are displayed. However, this will be an opportunity to display nicely maintained older Volvo&#128;&#153;s. They should stand up well and draw attention from many of the other drivers. If your Volvo is not the best of the best, don&#128;&#153;t despair! This will still be a fun opportunity for VCOA members to get together and to see a wide variety of European cars on display.%0D%0A%0D%0AFollowing the Show and Shine at the Quarry Ponds Shopping Center, Volvo owners will be invited to take a drive, as organized by the Euro Sunday crew to a destination to be announced. We may also wish to organize Volvo owners for an independent drive and lunch as an option.%0D%0A%0D%0AIf additional details become available, we will share them with you a few days before the event.%0D%0A%0D%0APlease email a RSVP or direct questions to:%0D%0AJeff Molander, Ginger Guimarin, and/or Marcia & Wally Russell%0D%0A&#091URL&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/contactus&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A%0D%0AYou can also RSVP by:%0D%0A-Filling out the Event Registration form here:%0D%0A&#091URL&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-registration&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A-Sending me a PM%0D%0A%0D%0AHope to see you there!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1367320/sacramento_chapter_august_23_2009_eurosunday_vcoa_event_car_show_drive_lunch_sacvcoa.html?rss=1 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 05:18 GMT http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1365476/florida_chapter_leeward_air_ranch_october_03_2009_1200_pm_300.html?rss=1 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:23 GMT Leeward Air Ranch, 9007 SE 70th Terrace, Ocala, Florida. It's been a few years since we've had a Volvo meet at Leeward Air Ranch and Chuck and Gloria Ufkes have invited us back. Bring your lawn chairs, lunch, and any parts you want to sell. We will have directions and more information on our website flvcoa.org. You can also contact Dave Montgomery at d.w.montgomery@comcast.net 904-813-6034. %0D%0A%0D%0AYou don't have to be a member of any club. All Volvo enthsiasts welcome. Just give the right of way to the planes!%0D%0A%0D%0A--%0D%0A%0D%0A84 244GL and 85 245DL http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1360528/florida_chapter_leeward_air_ranch_october_03_2009_1200_pm_300.html?rss=1 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 02:17 GMT Is the oil sep. really the hardest thing you have done? That's not encouraging. I am getting ready to do that soon :(%0D%0A%0D%0AKen%0A--%0A2000 V70 XC / 2001 S60 totalled while parked :( http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1364820/advice_used_volvo_purchase.html?rss=1 Sun, 9 Aug 2009 12:48 GMT It is a very good price, indeed. The only $$ problem area is the AC, if the evaporator leaks it is a 10 hour operation to replace it - lots of labor $$$.%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you do not DIY, this car can become expensive. I can do 4 brake rotors and pads for a couple of hundred in parts, a shop will charge $6-900.%0D%0AThe hardest thing I have ever done is replacing the oil separator, which can get clogged and start causing extensive damage to engine seals.%0D%0A%0D%0ATake it your Indy and have it gone over for about $100. A worthwhile investment for any used car. Remember, everything he finds does not need to be fixed, but should be watched. I had my 1998 R insepected by Volvo, and they told be the steering rack needed to be replaced. Another mechanic said it was only weeeping and this went away for the next 55K miles - I never turn the wheel to lock and hold it there :)%0D%0A%0D%0AAsk your neighbor to supply you with all of the maintenance records and then keep a book of them. If you wish to resell in a few years, that book will be worth $5-800 to the next person.%0D%0A%0D%0ABTW, next time, there is a section on the brickboard for AWD/FWD cars and many people to help you. GATHERINGS is not a good place to be heard.%0D%0A%0D%0AKlaus%0D%0A%0A--%0AThe more I learn, the more I forget. So why learn? http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1364764/advice_used_volvo_purchase.html?rss=1 Sun, 9 Aug 2009 00:38 GMT Check out : http://www.fcpgroton.com/images/products/large/CARSHOW.jpg%0D%0A%0D%0AFCP Groton Presents "European Car Show"%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0ADATE: August 8th 2009%0D%0ALOCATION: Old Saybrook, Connecticut%0D%0ATIME: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM%0D%0AREGISTRATION:%0D%0APre-registration (Deadline July 18th) -$5 Per Car%0D%0ADay of Event -$10 Per Car%0D%0AMORE: Join us for FCP Groton's 1st Annual Car Show/Meet in collaboration with Volvospeed%0D%0A%0D%0AFood, Raffle, Prizes, Awards, Music with DJ. Trophies (Best of Show 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, Best EDM , Best Volvo 1st, 2nd & 3rd, Best Mercedes, Best Audi/VW 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, Best BMW 1st, 2nd, & 3rd,Best Import, Best Exotic)%0D%0A%0D%0AGENERAL ADMISSION: Spectators Free%0D%0A--%0D%0APlease post here and let me know if you are going or have registered. It isn't required but I would love to get a better idea of how many people are planning on attending. Thanks everyone and I will see you there! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1361866/european_car_show_august_8th_presented_fcp_groton.html?rss=1 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:33 GMT The big day is coming. Only two days until the car show. I hope to see everyone there. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1364213/european_car_show_august_8th_presented_fcp_groton.html?rss=1 Thu, 6 Aug 2009 03:27 GMT This date is quickly approaching! I'm looking forward to seeing everyone there. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1363691/european_car_show_august_8th_presented_fcp_groton.html?rss=1 Mon, 3 Aug 2009 16:30 GMT Hey guys! This is only a week away and we are very excited for this event. Can't wait to see you there! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1363119/european_car_show_august_8th_presented_fcp_groton.html?rss=1 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:35 GMT Pictures from 2009 Volvo Club of America National in Ipswich, MA are up and running!%0D%0A%0D%0AHere - http://www.autoblock.com/archive/%0D%0A%0D%0Aand here http://www.autoblock.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=44%0D%0A%0D%0AEnjoy! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1361369/volvo_club_america_national_2009_pictures.html?rss=1 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:52 GMT Thanks for posting pictures and thanks again for your sponsorship of the event%0D%0A%0D%0AHolly%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1361458/volvo_club_america_national_2009_pictures.html?rss=1 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:47 GMT Hi this is a better link than I provided before for the photos for the VCOA meet.%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://www.flickr.com/photos/36343882@N05/page2/ http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1360936/photos_ipswich_national_volvo_meet_2009_better_link.html?rss=1 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:58 GMT just click on the snapfish link and it should bring you to the pics...%0D%0A%0D%0AKathie%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://www2.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=1464455007/a=24505695_24505695/ http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1360812/pictures_vcoa_ipswitch_event.html?rss=1 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:15 GMT Here are some pictures from the VCOA event in Ipswitch 7/2009%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://www2.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=1464455007/a=24505695_24505695/ http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1360810/pictures_vcoa_ipswitch_event.html?rss=1 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:12 GMT Here are some pictures from the VCOA event in Ipswitch 7/2009 http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1360809/pictures_vcoa_ipswitch_event.html?rss=1 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:11 GMT Any Canadians heading to Ipswich next weekend for the VCOA National Meet?%0D%0ATell us who's going...!%0D%0A%0D%0AI'll be there with my '82 240. Leaving East Toronto, heading to Gananoque border crossing, taking #81 South to #90....%0D%0A#90 East all the way..................!%0D%0A%0D%0A http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1359467/canadians_heading_ipswich_vcoa_national.html?rss=1 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:12 GMT Vintage Races @ Pacific Raceways (Old SIR) July 3-5, 2009 Kent, WA%0D%0A%0D%0A$25.00 one day pass, $40.00 multi-day pass%0D%0AAll proceeds benefit Children's Hospital%0D%0ACar shows in the car Corral, 250 different cars on Sat. and Sun.%0D%0AVolvo Sports America will be there on Sunday with their gorgeous vintage Volvos%0D%0AGates open at 08:30.%0D%0ASOVREN racing...absolutely a blast! More info on their website. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1357400/vintage_races_pacific_raceways_kent_wa_july_35_2009.html?rss=1 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:29 GMT Sunday, June 28th, Woodinville, WA%0D%0APuget Sound Volvo Club of America and Puget Sound Volvo Sports America Red Hook Ale Brewery Meet. 14300 NE 145th St., Woodinville, WA 11:00am to 3:00pm. Have lunch, share stories, brewery tour is optional. All Volvos and prospective new members are invited. Woodinville is about 10 miles east of Seattle. http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1356741/red_hook_ale_brewery_meet_woodinville_wa_june_28th_2009.html?rss=1 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:28 GMT The Ohio Chapter of the Volvo Club of America will meet at the famed Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum ( http://www.wrhs.org/index.php/crawford ) on Saturday, June 27 at 11:30 a.m. at the Cleveland Art Museum's cafeteria ( http://www.clemusart.com/planyourvisit/gettinghere.aspx ) which is located nearby the auto museum. We will lunch at the cafeteria, then walk or commute to the auto museum. Admission is $8.50 for adults - $7.50 for seniors - and $5 for parking. Anyone and everyone is invited - members or not!%0D%0A%0D%0APlease visit http://www.buckeyevolvoclub.org/ for more information about this event and the Buckeye Volvo Club. E-mail me for more information.%0D%0A--%0D%0AMike F - 1984 244 DL - 291,000 miles <br> Original engine, transmission, drive train, starter <br> Undergoing reconstructive surgery with POR-15 http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1355688/ohio_volvo_club_meeting_saturday_june_27_clevelands_auto_museum.html?rss=1 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 18:58 GMT Canada's Capital Chapter of the VCOA is having it's annual BBQ, swap meet and car show on June 27th in Seeley's Bay, Ontario (just north of Kingston.) This is a non-judging event, and plenty of fine cars and people show up every year. If you can, please join us! Details can be found at:%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://forums.swedespeed.com/zerothread?id=117715 http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1354526/canadas_capital_chapter_bbq_june_27th_seleys_bay_ontario.html?rss=1 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 02:11 GMT Was informed of this taking place, thought I would post it up.... Last event listed is about the Bethel NY show, sounds like it should be sweet.. TomSite Index %0D%0A S%0D%0AI%0D%0AT%0D%0AE%0D%0A%0D%0AI%0D%0AN%0D%0AD%0D%0AE%0D%0AX%0D%0A %0D%0AClub News %0D%0A %0D%0ACalendar %0D%0A %0D%0AChapters %0D%0A %0D%0AGallery %0D%0A %0D%0AForums %0D%0A %0D%0AVSA Magazine %0D%0A %0D%0AVSA Merchandise %0D%0A %0D%0AJoin VSA %0D%0A %0D%0AContact VSA %0D%0A %0D%0AVolvo Links %0D%0A %0D%0AHomepage %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A%0D%0AEvent Calendar %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0AThe following is a listing of known VSA chapter events and other Volvo related happenings. If you know of any events that are not listed, please send us a note via email so that we can add them to our calendar. %0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0ADATE EVENT INFORMATION %0D%0A%0D%0AJune%0D%0A6%0D%0A2009 Socal VSA's 2nd Annual Swedish Car Fest - Saturday, 10am-2pm. Presented in conjunction with the Socal Saab Club. This event is FREE and will take place on Saturday June 6th. Plan to arrive by 10 am. All Swedish vehicles are invited, old and new! The event will feature people's choice judging for "old school" and "new school" models of various makes. Note that this year we are at a new location, right on the ocean: Ruby's Diner, 245 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. Food will be available for purchase throughout the day. For full information, see the Event Flyer. John Melcon %0D%0A%0D%0AJune%0D%0A6%0D%0A2009 Saturday 1:00- 8:30 PM &#128;&#147; The National Swedish Day Celebration at the Swedish Cultural Center on Queen Anne Hill in Seattle, Washington. Classic Swedish Car Show with pre-1973 Volvos and Saabs on display to the public from 1:00 to 6:00 PM with tours and displays of the Swedish Cultural Center in Seattle. This event will precede the Swedish Cultural Center&#128;&#153;s dinner from 6:00 to 8:30 PM with a planned schedule of entertainment, and programs. A great Scandinavian $25.00 dinner and reservations are required. Please experience a Swedish day and evening at the Seattle&#128;&#153;s Swedish Cultural Center with the best view in town of Lake Union. Swedish Cultural Center, 1920 Dexter Avenue North, Seattle, WA. 98109 and website: www.swedishculturalcenter.org. Swedish Iron Club Meet Coordinator for all Volvos and Saabs at this event is Dick Libby. Please attend and enjoy this rare event on a Saturday this year in Seattle. Gary Ramstad %0D%0A%0D%0AJune%0D%0A27-28%0D%0A2009 VSA Weekend Getaway- Catskill Mountains, Bethel, New York. Saturday Concours, Lake Superior State Park, 9AM to 3PM, 342 Dr Duggan Road, Bethel, NY - just off route 17 B. There is a small Admission to enter the park, pay at the park gatehouse. Volvo Parts Swap Meet, clean out the garage & give those parts a new home! Judged awards for all classes. For full information, see the Registration Form. Tony D&#128;&#153;Agostino %0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A %0D%0A%0D%0A %0D%0A%0D%0A %0D%0A %0D%0A http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1354516/vsa_meet_bethel_ny_june_27_93.html?rss=1 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:48 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AA friendly reminder:%0D%0AThe Swedish Day at IKEA (West Sac) with the Bay Area Saab Club is this Saturday (June 13th)!%0D%0A%0D%0AHope to see you there!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1353670/sacramento_chapter_june_13_2009_swedish_day_ikea_bay_area_saab_club_vcoa_event_car_show_game_volvo_s.html?rss=1 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:28 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AWe are pleased to announce our next event:%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091U&#093What:&#091/U&#093%0D%0ASwedish Day at IKEA (West Sacramento) with the Bay Area Saab Club%0D%0A%0D%0ASac Volvo Club Event Flyer:%0D%0A&#091URL&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-flyer&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A%0D%0ABay Area Saab Club Website:%0D%0A&#091URL&#093http://www.bayareasaabclub.com/&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091U&#093When:&#091/U&#093%0D%0ASaturday, June 13, 2009%0D%0A10:00A%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091U&#093Where:&#091/U&#093%0D%0AIKEA (parking lot ~row D)%0D%0A700 West IKEA Ct.%0D%0AWest Sacramento, CA 95605%0D%0A%0D%0ACopy and Paste from the Event Flyer:%0D%0ALast year, we had a &#128;&#156;Volvo Day at IKEA&#128;&#157; with a car show and Swedish trivia game.%0D%0AThis year, with the event scheduled between Swedish Day on June 6th and Midsummer Celebrations on June 20th, we thought it would be more fitting if we expanded the event to &#128;&#156;Swedish Day at IKEA&#128;&#157; with all Volvos and Saabs invited to the car show and Swedish-themed &#128;&#156;treasure hunt / great race&#128;&#157; type game!%0D%0A%0D%0AAs before, we will meet in the IKEA parking lot (~row D) in West Sacramento close to the entrance:%0D%0A%0D%0AIKEA%0D%0A700 West IKEA Ct.%0D%0AWest Sacramento, CA 95605%0D%0A%0D%0ASee the Sac Volvo Club Event Flyer link above for an attached map on page two to find the general area where we will park and greet each other (marked with a thumbtack). Following introductions, we will have an opportunity to chat, enjoy Sweden&#128;&#153;s finest automobiles, and share information on Volvo and Saab lore.%0D%0A%0D%0AAt about 11:30 AM to noon or so, we will move inside IKEA to enjoy a buffet lunch upstairs in a conference room that we have reserved next to IKEA&#128;&#153;s buffet. During the lunch, we would like to discuss club events, and the possibility of the Sacramento Chapter working with the Golden Gate Chapter to expand our Spring Davis event next year to either a VCOA Regional or West coast meet. All of the ideas that we will generate or explore about Davis will be passed on to CJ Yother, Golden Gate&#128;&#153;s new President.%0D%0A%0D%0AFollowing this at about 1:00 or 1:30 PM, we will begin the Swedish-themed &#128;&#156;treasure hunt / great race&#128;&#157; type game that will include questions and clues written on placards that will be placed throughout IKEA&#128;&#153;s second floor. Those who complete this multi-staged game first will win!%0D%0A%0D%0AIKEA can be reached from Interstate 80 in West Sacramento by taking the Reed Rd. exit (just to the north of the store) and going East. From there, IKEA Ct. will be your first right (going South) IKEA is toward the end of this short street as you work your way Southwest.%0D%0AIf in doubt, pull up driving directions from your location on an online directions / map website.%0D%0A%0D%0AThis event is free of charge for participants, with the exception that you will need to cover the cost of an inexpensive lunch (the Swedish meatballs are great).%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091B&#093If you wish to attend, please RSVP so we know how many to plan for.&#091/B&#093%0D%0A%0D%0ATo RSVP, you can either:%0D%0A-Send me a PM%0D%0A-Contact Us: &#091URL&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/contactus&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A-Use the Event RSVP form: &#091URL&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-registration&#091/URL&#093%0D%0A%0D%0A-----%0D%0A%0D%0ASide note:%0D%0AI am also looking for some help generating some more challenging Saab trivia-type questions for our Saab guests (moderately difficult-- something that an average Saab enthusiast should know, but nothing frustratingly difficult). If you would like to help, please let me know!%0D%0A%0D%0A-----%0D%0A%0D%0AHope to see you there!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1351513/sacramento_chapter_june_13_2009_swedish_day_ikea_bay_area_saab_club_vcoa_event_car_show_game_volvo_s.html?rss=1 Mon, 1 Jun 2009 11:26 GMT Hi Everyone,%0D%0A%0D%0AThe Golden Gate Chapter and the Sacramento Chapter are teaming up for another event-- a scenic drive to the historic town of Locke on Saturday, May 23, 2009!%0D%0A%0D%0AGolden Gate Chapter information (copy and paste from Swedespeed event post):%0D%0A&#091quote&#093Bring your brick out for a drive!%0D%0A%0D%0AOn May 23rd take a drive through the Delta to "Al Place" with the Golden Gate VCOA. This wonderful drive takes you through the Delta by way of the many levees, making ferry crossings to reach the destination of historic Locke California. Locke was founded in 1915 after a fire broke out in the Chinese section of nearby Walnut Grove. The Chinese who lived in that area decided that it was time to establish a town of their own. A committee of Chinese merchants, led by Lee Bing, Chan Hing Sai, Tom Wai, Chan Dai Kee, Ng So Hat, Chan Wai Lum, Chow Hou Bun, and Suen Dat Suin was formed. They approached land owner George Locke and inquired if they could build on his land. An agreement was reached. The town was laid out by Chinese architects and industrious building ensued. The founding of Lockeport, later 'Locke', was a reality. By 1920 Locke stood essentially as you'll see it now. Al's Place which is our destination, better known as "Al the Wops" was founded in 1934 after having been a Chinese restaurant since 1915 becoming the only non Chinese business in town.%0D%0A%0D%0AThis event will start with a drive, and culminate with a lunch at Al's Place in Locke. We will meet near Cordelia Junction and take Hiway 12 out through Rio Vista. Just outside of Rio Vista traveling north on Hiway 160 to Locke CA. Wander about (it's a small town) take some photos, and grab a bite to eat. Once we have had lunch we are taking drive on the levee roads.%0D%0A%0D%0AHere is some additional information:%0D%0A%0D%0AWe are meeting at the IKEA in Emeryville @ 9:00am leaving at 9:15 for the Starbucks located at 4470 Central Way, Fairfield, CA&#128;&#142;. Exit 41 off highway 80, turn right on Pittman and right again on Central Way once you've exited. The Starbucks is on the right. Once there we will meet up with those from the North Bay and continue the drive to Locke from there. We are leaving the Starbucks at 10:15 to head to Locke. We are going out highway 12 to highway 160 and then into Locke. Once in Locke we'll meet up with the Sacramento Chapter, eat lunch at Al's and go for a drive afterwards.&#091/quote&#093%0D%0A%0D%0A------------%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091u&#093The Sacramento Chapter Meeting Point:&#091/u&#093%0D%0AThe town of Freeport (at the white Freeport Marina sign) %0D%0A10:00A%0D%0A%0D%0A&#091u&#093Directions to Sacramento Meeting Point:&#091/u&#093%0D%0A%0D%0A-Take the Pocket Rd / Meadowview exit from I-5 (about 10 miles south of downtown Sacramento)%0D%0A%0D%0A-Go east and take second right at about 0.3 miles to Freeport Blvd.%0D%0A%0D%0A-Turn right (south) at Freeport Blvd (2-lane Rd.) and drive another%0D%0A1.0 mile south to the Freeport City limits.%0D%0A%0D%0A-Drive another 0.6 miles south along Freeport Blvd. to a parking area%0D%0Aon the west side of the Rd. (adjacent to a white sign against the levy%0D%0Athat says (Freeport Marina). This is the location where we will%0D%0Acongregate and then embark to Locke by crossing the Freeport%0D%0ABridge which is only another 0.1 miles down the road.%0D%0A%0D%0AFor more information, a map, and related links, please see our event flyer at the Sac Volvo Club Website:%0D%0A&#091url&#093http://www.sacvolvoclub.org/Home/events/event-flyer&#091/url&#093 %0D%0A%0D%0AIf you would like to come along, please let us know (RSVP) so we know to expect you.%0D%0A%0D%0AHope to see you there!%0D%0A%0D%0ATake care,%0D%0Avolvie! http://www.brickboard.com/GATHERINGS/volvo/1349826/ca_saturday_may_23_2009_drive_locke_ggvcoa_sacvcoa_sacramento_vcoa_event_golden_gate.html?rss=1 Thu, 21 May 2009 00:17 GMT Use the text input below to search brickboard.com query http://www.brickboard.com/FIND/