Tacoma, Wa. 2009 Opel Nationals - Page 4

West Coast GT · 05-31-2009

Oops. Here are the elevation profiles for the two routes from the Bay Area:

Interstate 5 to Spanaway.
101 up the coast to Crescent City, to Grants Pass (it's a great road), 5 to Spanaway.

The coast route offers an easier drive for those with 1.1 engines. Although you'll have more mountain driving, the coast route makes for a nicer drive as it has only 1/2 the elevation and easier grades to pull. Plus, the scenery is unbeatable. But don't plan on making a fast trip.

If you're short on time and have the rear windows that open, Interstate 5 through the Valley sounds like your route. It's fast. But there are three really tough grades;

Just south of Dunsmuir
Then a long hard pull up from the California/Oregon border towards Ashland.
After a short, but moderately steep climb just north of Grants Pass, it's a fairly level shot the last 340 miles to the Nationals.

opelwasp · 05-31-2009

Well I'll be swapping the "Wasp's" 2.4L into the Manta so I don't anticipate any "elevation" problems. That motor eats grades for breakfast, and the Getrag with the 3.67 rear end, fugetaboutit.

tekenaar · 06-01-2009

. . . while I'm still considering going, economics are moving entirely in the wrong direction. For me, it's three long days driving each way, 2900-3000 miles, so it's not looking great at the moment . . . and I don't go to Opel meets without driving an Opel, i.e. no alternatives to the road trip. Just have to wait and see for now . . . sorry.

Girly_with_style · 06-01-2009

ill try and show this year... its sad that i still wont have the opel going n what not but its getting there... any chance some one can keep me up dated on this by email (project_ktn@yahoo.com) i keep losing the forum when i redo my computer... and ill also be 6 months pregnant if i go too...

MawandPawOpel · 06-02-2009

Originally Posted by West Coast GT

Oops. Here are the elevation profiles for the two routes from the Bay Area:
Interstate 5 to Spanaway.

101 up the coast to Crescent City, to Grants Pass (it's a great road), 5 to Spanaway.

The coast route offers an easier drive for those with 1.1 engines. Although you'll have more mountain driving, the coast route makes for a nicer drive as it has only 1/2 the elevation and easier grades to pull. Plus, the scenery is unbeatable. But don't plan on making a fast trip.

If you're short on time and have the rear windows that open, Interstate 5 through the Valley sounds like your route. It's fast. But there are three really tough grades;
Just south of Dunsmuir

Then a long hard pull up from the California/Oregon border towards Ashland.

After a short, but moderately steep climb just north of Grants Pass, it's a fairly level shot the last 340 miles to the Nationals.

Here is an update for those of you driving North to Washington!!

MawandPawOpel · 06-03-2009

Everyone, The events for the 2009 Opel Nationals are falling into place!!! We now have our specially made T-Shirts in the making. We asked Steve Rima of "Rima Graphics" to design the Shirts for us. We have also mailed out our flyers..Do we have your mailing address? Please get in touch with us if needed for any of the details for the event. You can phone Opel JohnB. at
253-581-5372.

tekenaar · 06-03-2009

Originally Posted by MawandPawOpel

Here is an update for those of you driving North to Washington!!

. . . did you ever receive my PMs re. your avatar and signature pics?

Just curious . . .

MawandPawOpel · 06-03-2009

Otto,,could you resend? Thank you very much.

tekenaar · 06-04-2009

Originally Posted by MawandPawOpel

Otto,,could you resend? Thank you very much.

. . . done! Will keep you informed on trip or not, OK?

MawandPawOpel · 06-06-2009

Otto, Please keep us informed of your plans..yes, or no. Perhaps you could start a caravan? Would make the trip easier. If you decide to fly up, there will be transportation if necessary. Stay in touch.
MARY

GoinManta · 06-07-2009

Got tickets from BWI to SEA $389.. non-stop

Got the car rented.. and will reserve the room tommorrow.

Charles

MawandPawOpel · 06-08-2009

Charles..let us know if you have any problems in making reservations.....We are here and are looking forward to having you join us for the event. If there anything special you would like to see other than what we have planned?

GoinManta · 06-08-2009

Nope.. just confirmation which hotel is the main hotel. Called Lakewood LaQuinta and they didnt have us down as a group? Is there not a group rate?

tekenaar · 06-08-2009

Originally Posted by MawandPawOpel

Otto, Please keep us informed of your plans..yes, or no. Perhaps you could start a caravan? Would make the trip easier. If you decide to fly up, there will be transportation if necessary. Stay in touch.
MARY

uh . . . now does'nt that look much better, avatar and sig pics . . . just put a "return/enter" between sig pic and "bold" motto (places it beneath sig pic) and you'll be set! . . . graphic design services provided "no charge!", Mary . . .

As far as my plans are concerned, flying in is a "non-option" for me, no personal Opel . . . still looking at costs and time required to do it, I'll let you know.

MawandPawOpel · 06-08-2009

Originally Posted by MawandPawOpel;192292......

O.K. Folks, Here we go. The events schelude ( places, dates, and info.). This year's Opel Nationals will kick off Friday, July 17, 10:00 A.M. with Breakfast, "Carr's Resturant" (11006 Bridgeport Way S.W. Lakewood, Wa. Exit #125 off of Interstate 5). Following Breakfast, We will Gather our Opel Folks and Opels for a fun Car Cruise to the Beautiful Mount Rainier National Park!! The Cost to enter the National Park will be $10.00. This will be a great experience to Cruise one of America's Land Marks and see snow in July. (Lot's of it). A perfect place for Picture taking with your Opel!!!......

SATURDAY July 18, The actual 2009 Opel Nationals Will begin at 11:00 A.M. At "Kelley's Kafe" (16302 Pacific Ave. Spanaway, Wa.) WE Hope to see you all there, with or without an Opel. You are Welcome to join the fun of Opels, Opels, Opels, Opels! To end the Perfect Day of the 2009 Opel Nationals, we are planning a Dinner to relax and enjoy the water front of "Ruston Way" located on Puget Sound. Will be announced at a later date.

Sunday July 19, For those of you who just can't leave us just yet, 10:00 A.M. "meet in the parking lot " of the "Great Wall of China" 8217 S. Hosmer St. Tacoma, Wa. Exit #129 of Interstate 5. ( Don't go in Restaurant) WE will cruise up I-5 (north bound to Fife, Wa.) Approximately 11:00 A.M. "Brunch" at the Emerald Queen Buffet Restaurant. Cost of Brunch $17.95per person. 1:00P.M. Drive up I-5 (north bound) to the Boeing Museum in Seattle, Wa. Exit#158 Cost $13.00 for adults.......

.....

GoinManta · 06-09-2009

Is the Lakewood La Quinta the one everyone is going too ?

Need to know to reserve room.

Actually don't really care where everyone is staying at.. more like which hotel is the "Bench racing" being held at?

MawandPawOpel · 06-09-2009

The LaQuinta in Lakewood is the one we hope everyone will be staying at. But we listed others that are a bit more reasonable in price. The LaQuinta
in Lakewood is just off the main I-5 has an indoor pool, free Breakfast and internet.....You know, the usual. I would urge to you book a room as soon as possible. They only have 26 rooms left. And being just outside MCChord Airbase and Fort Lewis..they will go fast. Contact us if you need farther assistance.

GoinManta · 06-09-2009

Do we have a Club rate?

First opel 1981 · 06-09-2009

Originally Posted by GoinManta

Do we have a Club rate?

If not, go online and search for "La quinta discount codes"

MawandPawOpel · 06-09-2009

No, we do not have group rates.

MawandPawOpel · 06-09-2009

I did check this evening for discounts;
AARP--$125.10
Military active or retired--$118.00
These will be for the Standard Rooms.

Girly_with_style · 06-09-2009

Originally Posted by MawandPawOpel

The dates have been set!! We will be hosting the Opel National
for 2009 on JULY 16 Thru Saturday JULY 18, Tacoma, Washington.
There will be polls taken to help us decide the events AND How many
will attend. AS we make solid plans, they will be posted here on this
site. In the meanwhile, we are open to any suggestions from you.
We just want to have a great time for all. Washington State has
fun things for guests to enjoy, so please to think seriously about
joining us!!!
MAWANDPAWOPEL
PAUL KAMAN
OPEL JOHNB

So whats all going down

MawandPawOpel · 06-09-2009

Please check the other posts on the site of Tacoma 2009 Opel NATIONALS.

opelwasp · 06-09-2009

Well it looks like I may not be going after all. My department will be laying off 120 to 300 Deputies and it looks like I am going to get caught up in the layoffs. Pending some miracle, we won't make it.

RallyBob · 06-09-2009

Originally Posted by opelwasp

Well it looks like I may not be going after all. My department will be laying off 120 to 300 Deputies and it looks like I am going to get caught up in the layoffs. Pending some miracle, we won't make it.

Time for a career change? With that many fewer law enforcement officers out there, maybe it's time to become a bank robber....

05-31-2009	#77 (permalink)
opelwasp Non Civilian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Between Chico and Sac, CA Posts: 1,596	Well I'll be swapping the "Wasp's" 2.4L into the Manta so I don't anticipate any "elevation" problems. That motor eats grades for breakfast, and the Getrag with the 3.67 rear end, fugetaboutit. __________________ Arguing online is the same as racing in the Special Olympics; no matter who wins, you're both still retarded.

06-01-2009	#78 (permalink)
tekenaar Cunning Linguist Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Plano, TX 75074 Posts: 4,441 Real Name: Otto	Gas prices and distance . . . . . . while I'm still considering going, economics are moving entirely in the wrong direction. For me, it's three long days driving each way, 2900-3000 miles, so it's not looking great at the moment . . . and I don't go to Opel meets without driving an Opel, i.e. no alternatives to the road trip. Just have to wait and see for now . . . sorry. __________________ 1960: ♥ '61 Rekord PII 1.7 3S 3.9 ♥ '69 Kadett LS 'sprint' 1.9 3A 3.18 1970: ♥ '70 GT 1.9 4S 3.44 ♥ '72 GT 2.2SSD 5S 3.44 ♥ '72 GT 2.4FI 5S 3.44P ♥ '73 GT 1.9FI 4S 3.44 ♥ '75 1900 1.9FI 4S 3.44 1980: ♥ '85 Bitter SC 3.9FI 5S 3.44P 2000: ♥ '09 Solstice GXP Coupe 2.0 SIDI VVT Turbo 5S 3.73P

06-01-2009	#79 (permalink)
Girly_with_style opel-istickly crazy Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Bremerton, Washington Posts: 166	ill try and show this year... its sad that i still wont have the opel going n what not but its getting there... any chance some one can keep me up dated on this by email (project_ktn@yahoo.com) i keep losing the forum when i redo my computer... and ill also be 6 months pregnant if i go too... __________________ That girl with the opel

06-03-2009	#81 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	UP DATE, Opel Nationals Everyone, The events for the 2009 Opel Nationals are falling into place!!! We now have our specially made T-Shirts in the making. We asked Steve Rima of "Rima Graphics" to design the Shirts for us. We have also mailed out our flyers..Do we have your mailing address? Please get in touch with us if needed for any of the details for the event. You can phone Opel JohnB. at 253-581-5372. __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-03-2009	#83 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	Tacoma 2009 Otto,,could you resend? Thank you very much. __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-06-2009	#85 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	Tacoma 2009 Nationals Otto, Please keep us informed of your plans..yes, or no. Perhaps you could start a caravan? Would make the trip easier. If you decide to fly up, there will be transportation if necessary. Stay in touch. MARY __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-07-2009	#86 (permalink)
GoinManta Opelitis since 1984 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 2,213 Real Name: Charles Goin	Got tickets from BWI to SEA $389.. non-stop Got the car rented.. and will reserve the room tommorrow. Charles __________________ CURRENT '06 Pontiac GTO '71 Opel Kadett 4 Door 36D (w/ Opel Parts & Service 2.0L) '74 Opel Manta (Bens Manta) '74 Opel Manta (w/ LK5 transplant) Past '73 Opel Manta (Blue Max) '75 Opel Manta (Yellow) '85 Bitter SC '73 Opel Commodore B GS '73 Opel GT (w/ Vinyl Roof) At least 16 or So Parts Opels

06-08-2009	#87 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	Tacoma 2009 Nationals Charles..let us know if you have any problems in making reservations.....We are here and are looking forward to having you join us for the event. If there anything special you would like to see other than what we have planned? __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-08-2009	#88 (permalink)
GoinManta Opelitis since 1984 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 2,213 Real Name: Charles Goin	Nope.. just confirmation which hotel is the main hotel. Called Lakewood LaQuinta and they didnt have us down as a group? Is there not a group rate? __________________ CURRENT '06 Pontiac GTO '71 Opel Kadett 4 Door 36D (w/ Opel Parts & Service 2.0L) '74 Opel Manta (Bens Manta) '74 Opel Manta (w/ LK5 transplant) Past '73 Opel Manta (Blue Max) '75 Opel Manta (Yellow) '85 Bitter SC '73 Opel Commodore B GS '73 Opel GT (w/ Vinyl Roof) At least 16 or So Parts Opels

06-09-2009	#91 (permalink)
GoinManta Opelitis since 1984 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 2,213 Real Name: Charles Goin	Is the Lakewood La Quinta the one everyone is going too ? Need to know to reserve room. Actually don't really care where everyone is staying at.. more like which hotel is the "Bench racing" being held at? __________________ CURRENT '06 Pontiac GTO '71 Opel Kadett 4 Door 36D (w/ Opel Parts & Service 2.0L) '74 Opel Manta (Bens Manta) '74 Opel Manta (w/ LK5 transplant) Past '73 Opel Manta (Blue Max) '75 Opel Manta (Yellow) '85 Bitter SC '73 Opel Commodore B GS '73 Opel GT (w/ Vinyl Roof) At least 16 or So Parts Opels

06-09-2009	#92 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	Tacoma 2009 The LaQuinta in Lakewood is the one we hope everyone will be staying at. But we listed others that are a bit more reasonable in price. The LaQuinta in Lakewood is just off the main I-5 has an indoor pool, free Breakfast and internet.....You know, the usual. I would urge to you book a room as soon as possible. They only have 26 rooms left. And being just outside MCChord Airbase and Fort Lewis..they will go fast. Contact us if you need farther assistance. __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-09-2009	#93 (permalink)
GoinManta Opelitis since 1984 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 2,213 Real Name: Charles Goin	Do we have a Club rate? __________________ CURRENT '06 Pontiac GTO '71 Opel Kadett 4 Door 36D (w/ Opel Parts & Service 2.0L) '74 Opel Manta (Bens Manta) '74 Opel Manta (w/ LK5 transplant) Past '73 Opel Manta (Blue Max) '75 Opel Manta (Yellow) '85 Bitter SC '73 Opel Commodore B GS '73 Opel GT (w/ Vinyl Roof) At least 16 or So Parts Opels

06-09-2009	#95 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	Group rates No, we do not have group rates. __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-09-2009	#96 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	discounts I did check this evening for discounts; AARP--$125.10 Military active or retired--$118.00 These will be for the Standard Rooms. __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-09-2009	#98 (permalink)
MawandPawOpel Opeler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 245	Please check the other posts on the site of Tacoma 2009 Opel NATIONALS. __________________ "IF YOU AIN'T CAV, YOU AIN'T"

06-09-2009	#99 (permalink)
opelwasp Non Civilian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Between Chico and Sac, CA Posts: 1,596	Well it looks like I may not be going after all. My department will be laying off 120 to 300 Deputies and it looks like I am going to get caught up in the layoffs. Pending some miracle, we won't make it. __________________ Arguing online is the same as racing in the Special Olympics; no matter who wins, you're both still retarded.

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