Post by: Fierofool on May 14, 2020, 10:38:38 am
The 25th Annual Run For The Hills is planned to take place on September 25 thru 27th, 2020. By requests, we have moved the event from the traditional 3rd weekend to the 4th weekend of September.
The event may be rescheduled to a later date if conditions warrant but in the meantime, all usual planning for restaurants and hotels is moving forward.
The event will begin in Dawsonville, Ga. We will travel through such well-known roads as Hwy 60, Suches road, Cherohala Skyway, NC Hwy 28, Fontana Road, Tail of The Dragon, and the Foothills Parkway and Little River Gorge Road to arrive in Gatlinburg, Tn for some rest and good food before returning home. Some may want to visit nearby Pigeon Forge and Dollywood if your schedule will permit. The Cherokee Reservation and Casino is also a short drive south of Gatlinburg.
If you feel that you cannot make the September event and still would like to get a little taste of what it's going to be, you're welcome to join us on June 20 as we do a trial run. We will depart the McDonalds in Dawsonville at 9AM.
Ask for Georgia Fiero Club rates when booking. September 4 cutoff and cancellation date.
Dawsonville Host Hotel One night, September 25
Quality Inn
127 Beartooth Parkway, Dawsonville, Ga. Intersects between Ga. Hwy 400 and Ga. Hwy 53.
(706) 216-1900
• $99 discounted rates for rooms with 2 Queen Beds
• Free WiFi
• Free Breakfast
• Complimentary parking
Gatlinburg Host Hotel One night, Sept. 26
Edgewater Inn
402 River Road.
Double Queen Beds, $125 plus applicable taxes.
Free WiFi
Free Parking
Free Breakfast (Not just pastries, juice and coffee)
For reservations call 1-800-423-9582 and ask for Georgia Fiero Club rates. Sept. 4 cutoff and cancellation date.
*Georgia Fieros must cancel each hotel by 4pm, 21 days prior to arrival on or before September 4, 2020. Event cancellation will be edited into this post.
*Individual guests must cancel by 4pm, 1 day prior to arrival. You are responsible for canceling your personal reservation.
*Late cancellation penalty is one-night room and tax on individual reservations.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS, EMAIL US AT GEORGIAFIEROCLUB@GMAIL.COM
Post by: Fierofool on June 15, 2020, 10:48:32 am
All shirts will be hand delivered at the event or at a club meeting. We accept Credit Cards, Checks, Postal Money Orders and PayPal. If you don't have a PayPal account, you may pay as a PayPal guest.
To pay by Check or Postal Money Order, send your payment with shirt size, color, and size of each color when ordering multiples, with your name and address, email and a preferred contact phone number payable to:
Georgia Fieros, Inc.
287 Park Place
Auburn, Ga. 30011-3035
To order your shirts online, go to the left side of your screen and click Club Merchandise. ALL ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT SEPTEMBER 4, 2020.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 15, 2020, 07:36:51 pm
Post by: Fierofool on June 15, 2020, 08:20:52 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 15, 2020, 08:23:31 pm
Post by: scottb on June 15, 2020, 08:25:27 pm
Post by: Fierofool on June 15, 2020, 08:54:20 pm
Things could change by event time. For now, it's full speed ahead and we'll make the final decision by September 4.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 15, 2020, 09:35:57 pm
Post by: MikeMac on June 16, 2020, 01:04:28 pm
Do I have to stay in the Dawsonville Quality Inn?
I thought you had reservations at Brown's Bed and Breakfast?
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 16, 2020, 05:06:13 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 16, 2020, 05:08:19 pm
Sorry, I may be a bit previous with this question.
Post by: Fierofool on June 16, 2020, 05:35:23 pm
That place makes you fix your own breakfast, and clean up afterward. You also have to provide your own food.
He said it was worth it. When he stays overnight, he gets to sleep with the owner.
Post by: scottb on June 20, 2020, 10:05:23 pm
That place makes you fix your own breakfast, and clean up afterward. You also have to provide your own food.
He said it was worth it. When he stays overnight, he gets to sleep with the owner.
SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! hush!
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 21, 2020, 08:40:42 am
So....all good with the route?
Post by: Fierofool on July 10, 2020, 07:23:15 pm
I had to rework the route. It wouldn't have allowed us to get into Gatlinburg in time to check into our hotel, then get over to the restaurant in a reasonable time. Downtown Gatlinburg isn't that big and with the bus stop directly in front of the hotel and the restaurant, it only takes 10-15 minutes between. Figure an hour to get checked in, arriving at the hotel around 7PM would be a problem. I had to cut out a good section of the route. We may also depart Dawsonville a little earlier than we have traditionally done.
But after reworking, my calculations will allow us just a little leeway in our fuel and bathroom and lunch stops.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 10, 2020, 07:29:29 pm
Post by: Fierofool on July 10, 2020, 09:03:11 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 10, 2020, 09:05:09 pm
Post by: Fierofool on July 10, 2020, 09:11:49 pm
Even if you don't plan to go on the run, having one and wearing it at Caffeine and Octane and other car events would be good advertising for the event and the club.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 10, 2020, 09:43:11 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 21, 2020, 07:15:59 pm
Post by: Fierofool on July 21, 2020, 07:26:53 pm
Post by: Fierofool on July 31, 2020, 08:24:40 am
Any idea how many rooms are booked?
At the present time, I am the only one who has booked a room at either hotel.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 31, 2020, 06:02:07 pm
Post by: The Art Doctor on July 31, 2020, 07:07:38 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 01, 2020, 09:46:10 am
Post by: TopNotch on August 01, 2020, 12:06:05 pm
Post by: carnut122 on August 02, 2020, 03:10:59 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 02, 2020, 06:37:05 pm
Post by: Fierofool on August 07, 2020, 10:23:34 pm
Post by: Fierofool on August 18, 2020, 12:56:59 pm
Post by: pgackerman on August 18, 2020, 05:10:56 pm
Unless there is a major relaxation at work, I will not be able to attend.
My wife is on a leash regarding how far she can be from her office -- one of the joys of working for the government. RFTH wouldn't be as much fun without my co-pilot & navigator.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 18, 2020, 06:36:01 pm
UPDATE: AS OF AUGUST 18, EVERYTHING IS STILL A GO. THE RESTAURANTS CAN STILL SEAT US AND THE HOTELS CAN ACCOMMODATE US.
Excellent news!
Post by: Fierofool on August 24, 2020, 10:07:33 am
Post by: scottb on August 24, 2020, 04:05:07 pm
Post by: Fierofool on August 24, 2020, 04:28:11 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 24, 2020, 05:43:56 pm
Post by: scottb on August 24, 2020, 06:01:02 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 24, 2020, 06:03:45 pm
Post by: scottb on August 24, 2020, 07:42:34 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 24, 2020, 07:45:22 pm
Post by: The Art Doctor on August 24, 2020, 07:48:29 pm
Post by: scottb on August 24, 2020, 08:26:22 pm
My comment was a small joke.
Mine was a big joke
Post by: The Art Doctor on August 24, 2020, 08:42:44 pm
Post by: scottb on August 24, 2020, 08:46:16 pm
Post by: Fierofool on August 24, 2020, 10:19:26 pm
Larry, we usually hold the driver's meeting about 8AM and are on the road by 9AM. I expect us to arrive in Tellico Plains, Tn for lunch around 11:30-12 noon then into Gatlinburg around 5-5:30. I've planned our Saturday Dinner to take place about 7PM.
If you'll be camping 2 hours away from Gatlinburg, I'm guessing you are in the Knoxville or Norris Lake area?
Post by: The Art Doctor on August 25, 2020, 10:56:55 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 25, 2020, 11:14:36 pm
Post by: Fierofool on August 25, 2020, 11:45:51 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 25, 2020, 11:47:38 pm
I do not want to miss out but have too much on my plate as usual and trying to do two things on the same weekend is probably silly but you only live once and I really want to do both.
Multiplicity.
Post by: scottb on August 26, 2020, 04:22:55 pm
I do not want to miss out but have too much on my plate as usual and trying to do two things on the same weekend is probably silly but you only live once and I really want to do both.
Multiplicity.
Good movie...... and one of us is showing our age
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 26, 2020, 05:26:23 pm
Post by: Fierofool on August 30, 2020, 08:54:06 am
Post by: Fierofool on August 30, 2020, 04:32:03 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 30, 2020, 04:33:37 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 01, 2020, 09:34:06 am
A reminder that this Friday, September 4 is the cutoff date for the discount rates.
Post by: Raydar on September 04, 2020, 11:03:57 pm
Trying to book my room in Dawsonville. Been trying for almost an hour, now. I keep getting hung up on. ("Can you hold?" "Sure" *CLICK* Call is dropped. Really getting pissed... Happened twice, now.) Great way to earn future business. >:(
Edit- As of this moment I have eight calls to 706-216-1900. First one was at 10:27. "Can you call back? We're doing a shift change...?"
2nd Edit - Got through... "You'll need to hold. I'm checking someone in." ...and disconnected, I'm beyond pissed. One more try...
3rd Edit - Finally got to talk with someone who didn't hang up on me. Got the club rate after mentioning Charlie's name. Before that, she couldn't find the club. Lovely.
Anyway... I'm all signed up. See y'all there. In spite of the folks in Dawsonville's best efforts. :D
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 05, 2020, 08:21:04 am
Post by: Fierofool on September 05, 2020, 08:29:26 am
I called back the next morning and the manager answered. She's the one that set up the rooms for us. She was already aware of my call the night before. The girl was new and didn't know how to find the group blocks. She had left a note detailing my call.
Midnight was the cutoff, but both hotels said that if they still had rooms, they would honor the rates as long as there were rooms available. I can still get Tshirts, too. Yesterday I picked up everything that had already been ordered and will be bringing some of them to Caffeine and Octane tomorrow.
Because there is some lag time between the time shirts are ordered and I get the PayPal notice, I like to give lots of time for the printer. Sometimes they have big orders and my orders are delayed for a bit.
Post by: Fierofool on September 05, 2020, 08:46:23 am
Post by: Raydar on September 05, 2020, 09:23:43 am
Post by: TopNotch on September 05, 2020, 12:55:39 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 05, 2020, 02:36:58 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 05, 2020, 02:46:16 pm
Post by: tiretread on September 10, 2020, 08:16:29 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 10, 2020, 08:19:57 pm
Dunno if shirts are still possible, before the event.
Post by: Fierofool on September 10, 2020, 09:24:16 pm
If you want a Tshirt, I can get any year at any time. It will be a little more if I have to mail it. Usually about $3.50 per shirt. That was last year's postage but I don't know what it is this year.
Post by: Fierofool on September 19, 2020, 09:23:41 am
Right now, the extended forecast is looking like a good weekend. The Gatlinburg conditions are 8-10% chance of rain with highs about 80* and lows in the mid 50's. Dawsonville, our starting point is forecast for less than 10% chance of showers Friday morning with temps ranging from about 77* to a low around 58*.
Those coming from the more southern points might want to throw in a light jacket or sweater while those from further north might elect to just wear their fishnet shirts.
Post by: scottb on September 19, 2020, 05:05:08 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 19, 2020, 06:17:26 pm
Post by: scottb on September 19, 2020, 06:26:09 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 19, 2020, 06:28:54 pm
Post by: scottb on September 19, 2020, 07:20:42 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 19, 2020, 10:40:35 pm
Started checking mine over today: oil changed, fluids checked, ball joints greased, etc. Found a tire with cords showing, missing ball joint grease fitting. Called my tire guy and 2 tires on order, obviously needs aligned too. Anyone have a digital copy of the alignment TSB?
It's also in the May 2019 newsletter.
Post by: tiretread on September 20, 2020, 09:49:02 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 20, 2020, 09:57:55 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 22, 2020, 06:13:22 pm
TopNotch
tiretread
fierofool
Raydar
scottb
TAD
Crash_out
hnthomps
oldjoedad
TT Slick
NTJoe
That's 11 people. There may be others who didn't post their intentions. If I missed any, I apologize. I know whiteandnerdy showed up, one year. I'm hoping there are some other surprise attendees. It's be nice to get a few people from the Northeast, and some from further West.
I didn't see anything from Budgetman, Roger, ron768, DeShoe, Mike_21, and NoMad. Hmmm. CowsPatoot? I couldn't swear to it, but I thought there was something from him, somewhere. Montegut? Formula Owner? There are some new people we would love to have be able to attend.
Post by: Fierofool on September 22, 2020, 06:58:07 pm
tiretread
fierofool
Raydar
scottb
Crash_out
hnthomps
olejoedad........?
Bob Holtz
TT Slick
The Art Doctor
NTJoe..........? Is he the guy from Kentucky?
Formula Owner
Roger
Budgetman
Jordan
Headhunter
Carnut122
Frank Martin
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 22, 2020, 07:05:11 pm
Oldjoedad mentioned an LS4/F40 swap. Maybe mistakenly, but I had figured he was bringing it.
Yes, NTJoe is in Kentucky.
19! That's great!
Post by: Fierofool on September 22, 2020, 07:22:45 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 22, 2020, 07:24:08 pm
Post by: scottb on September 22, 2020, 07:51:34 pm
Post by: Raydar on September 22, 2020, 09:05:56 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 22, 2020, 09:34:05 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 22, 2020, 10:50:31 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 22, 2020, 11:31:44 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 23, 2020, 10:40:26 am
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 23, 2020, 06:30:56 pm
The more, the merrier.
Post by: scottb on September 23, 2020, 07:41:41 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 23, 2020, 07:44:47 pm
Post by: tiretread on September 23, 2020, 07:57:50 pm
Post by: Raydar on September 23, 2020, 08:21:24 pm
I show LaGrange, GA over by Raydar.
LaGrange is about 20 minutes south of me.
I'm a little bit closer to Carrollton, just inside Heard County, if you've got your map program open.
Post by: NoMad on September 23, 2020, 08:26:10 pm
Post by: Raydar on September 23, 2020, 08:31:18 pm
cars is getting there: 2 new tires purchased and installed, new fuel filter installed, and a new air filter was ordered and picked up today. Still on the list is checking the brake slide pins, check the plugs, am alignment (to the TSB specs) and give it a bath
The Formula? or the SE?
Post by: Raydar on September 23, 2020, 08:32:22 pm
Sadly I won't be making it. Neither car is ready and my knee and now shoulder/neck wouldn't make it.
Very sorry, man. Take care of yourself.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 23, 2020, 08:44:26 pm
Sadly I won't be making it. Neither car is ready and my knee and now shoulder/neck wouldn't make it.
Sorry to read that. No ride-along?
Post by: montegut on September 23, 2020, 09:17:34 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 23, 2020, 09:22:45 pm
Post by: NoMad on September 23, 2020, 10:50:59 pm
Sadly I won't be making it. Neither car is ready and my knee and now shoulder/neck wouldn't make it.
Sadly no. I got a fix it or get evicted for the Vette so all free time is currently invested there so I don't have to move again before finding a permanent spot.
Sorry to read that. No ride-along?
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 23, 2020, 11:27:44 pm
Been there. Good luck.
Post by: scottb on September 24, 2020, 05:21:11 am
cars is getting there: 2 new tires purchased and installed, new fuel filter installed, and a new air filter was ordered and picked up today. Still on the list is checking the brake slide pins, check the plugs, am alignment (to the TSB specs) and give it a bath
The Formula? or the SE?
The SE, I dont trust the Formula yet
Post by: Fierofool on September 24, 2020, 09:50:31 am
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 24, 2020, 06:28:20 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 24, 2020, 06:33:46 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 24, 2020, 06:46:38 pm
Post by: carnut122 on September 25, 2020, 11:10:39 am
Post by: tiretread on September 25, 2020, 01:08:19 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 25, 2020, 04:40:44 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 25, 2020, 05:44:53 pm
Just an FYI- Unfortunately, due to a personal medical issue(not Covid 19), I'll be unable to join you this year. I hope all of you have a safe and fun run tomorrow!
Sorry to read that. All the best!
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 25, 2020, 05:45:29 pm
Well, I'm out. Broke down north of Columbia. Waiting for tow now. Dang.
I'm also curious what happened, but do you need anything?
Post by: The Art Doctor on September 25, 2020, 06:46:19 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 25, 2020, 07:30:32 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 25, 2020, 07:31:32 pm
Post by: scottb on September 25, 2020, 08:11:11 pm
Tomorrow, before the run, everyone should check if their alternator is plugged in.I think that only applies to Charlie.......... :P
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 25, 2020, 08:14:43 pm
Note that I suggested waiting until tomorrow to check. I'd still like to know how that came unplugged.
Post by: Fierofool on September 25, 2020, 09:00:22 pm
I thought I'd get a reaction on that one.
Note that I suggested waiting until tomorrow to check. I'd still like to know how that came unplugged.
I'm going out tonight and unplug a few so I'm not the only one in the battery swap club.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 25, 2020, 09:02:46 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 26, 2020, 07:05:35 am
Take pictures!
Post by: tiretread on September 26, 2020, 10:16:27 am
What happened?
Well, i started off just before noon. Noticed a small stumble in the RPMs in the first 10 miles of driving. Which concerned me as the car has been extremely reliable and trouble free other than having to replace a clutch. The stumble went away and I thought it might have been my imagination. I'm about 80 miles into the trip when the stumble comes back and I now know it's not my imagination. I drive for a few more miles and it doesn't go away and I'm looking for an exit. I get off exit and the car stalls at the light. It turns over and starts, but then the motor immediately dies. I roll the car onto the should and wait for 10 minutes contemplating my next move. I try starting it again and it does and holds revs. But it sounds terrible. Nothing grinding but more like timing or a spark plug missing kinda noise (I'm not a mechanic by trade so forgive me on my descriptions). I get to a gas station, use the bathroom and wait about 20 minutes. Start the car again, and it starts right up and is purring. I decide to head back home at this point. I get about 20 miles closer to home and the issue crops up again and this time accompanied by a backfire or two. I pull off 77 and decide it's too dangerous to lose power on the main highway and call a tow. Any ideas on what I should look at? Plugs are good and wires are good.
Sorry that this happened as I was looking forward to seeing everyone and the drive. Love it up there in the mountains. Be safe and have fun!!!
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 26, 2020, 11:22:36 am
ICM? Timing does not miraculously cure itself. It could be a coil. Whatever it is, I suspect ignition. Or fueling.
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 26, 2020, 08:11:18 pm
Post by: NoMad on September 26, 2020, 08:55:29 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 26, 2020, 09:04:17 pm
Post by: TopNotch on September 27, 2020, 03:47:04 pm
My car is still in North Carolina. The transmission died, and I had t park it at a roadside store in the middle of no where. The lady who owned the store was very nice. i rode the rest of the run and the way home with Charlie (Thanks!).
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 27, 2020, 03:51:22 pm
Post by: Fierofool on September 27, 2020, 04:32:36 pm
I don't believe it's fuel related. If it were starving for fuel, you probably would have seen bright red exhaust manifolds.
Post by: Raydar on September 27, 2020, 06:48:10 pm
I hope everyone had a safe trip, and a good time, other than the obvious. Wish I could have been there, but circumstances threatened to make it quite "uncomfortable", if not prohibitive.
And that's all I'm gonna say about that.
Post by: Fierofool on September 27, 2020, 10:22:37 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 29, 2020, 08:19:00 pm
Post by: Formula Owner on September 30, 2020, 10:27:50 pm
Any ideas on what I should look at? Plugs are good and wires are good.My Fiero has stranded me 3 times. One time I verified that it was a pickup coil. The other two times... I replaced the pickup coil among other things. I suspect the pickup coil was the culprit all three times. I'd recommend replacing that first. They're cheap. Also, after getting stranded, and getting towed, it would crank the next day.
Post by: Fierofool on October 06, 2020, 08:19:47 pm
Post by: scottb on October 06, 2020, 08:36:39 pm
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 07, 2021, 06:52:22 pm