Carlisle 2005

Well folks, it's over for another year. A good time was had by all and everyone is now headed home. Gary Schweikert (Gary S) [Image: biggrin.gif] and Ron Baysinger (Turbojet) [Image: biggrin.gif] took home trophys for their outstanding Turbo Coupes. Nate Killmon (Nate K) received a well deserved 2005 Golden Turbo Award. [Image: biggrin.gif] Nate K also won a trophy from Family Ford for his entry in their show Friday evening. [Image: biggrin.gif]

There is one unhappy person [Image: frown.gif] until they read this post. If that unhappy person would identify the digital camera they left on the table, I'll make them smile, by sending it back to them.

That's the early report from the field with film to follow, as soon as our ace recorder Nate K gets them posted. [Image: biggrin.gif]

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Dan S
NATO Moderator
84 and 88 Turbo Coupes
It's no longer a hobby, now it's an obsession!

Congratulations to all of the winners, and it was really nice to see all of you.

Bob Myers

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My 88 Thunderbird TC Pictures, Updated 5-8 with a few drag pics

Thanks Dan for covering my camera. More later when I get the car unpacked and catch my breath. Was fantastic to see everybody.

Yep, couldn't agree more. See what I wrote on this post.....
http://natomessageboard.com/Forum1/HTML/014147.html

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88 Silver T/C, original owner, 261,100 miles.
Loaded with everything except leather & auto trans.
K&N, Gillis(18 psi), SVO roller #1, big SS valves, ported intake, head, & exhaust.
Short block & turbo original/untouched.
Spec-II/III combo clutch assembly.
Polyurethane bushings throughout, Goodyear GT-HR 235/55R16's.

It was a great meet, and im glad i got to put faces to the names of a few guys on here, and to shake a few hands of the guys who have helped me out considerably with my car over the net

im going to make another account with my host (i have 3 accounts currently), and ill post the link up so you can view the pictures i took once i get them uploaded and resized

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1987 Thunderbird 3.8
1987 Turbo Coupe, 5-speed

www.foxthunderbirds.fast-go.com

aka Tbird232ci

Well, we made it home safe and sound. We had a really great time. Actually, I think this year was by far the best yet, due largely to the great time had by all whle hanging out under the tent and especially with the picnic that was made possible with the wonderful effort made by everyone who helped organize and prepare. Despite the bad weather that kicked off the show, we had a great turnout... the most cars to date. What was the actual number, mid 30's? I'm already looking forward to next year... just glad it's 361 days away though! LOL

To everyone that showed up (with their car or on foot) I'd personally like to say THANK YOU for helping make this a great showing for the NATO club. I'd also like to thank anyone and everyone that had a part (big or small) in helping with the picnic, merchandise sales, whatever that went on under the tent.

Last but not least, on behalf of everyone at NATO, I would like to give a special THANK YOU to Dan and Diane Sheehan for all they did for NATO this weekend between the cookout, breakfast, dinner, hauling, shuttle service, etc. You two are absolutely wonderful.

PS... ANYONE that has pictures from the show, please email them to me or put them on disk or CD ant mail them to me. I will be putting together a CARLISLE 2005 Picture Page this week or next. Send any show pics, not just of TC's. I have a section devoted to TC's and one for the others.

I want to second that big THANKS to Diana and Dan for all the local support they provided.
Also want to thank Kristen and everyone who made the picnic possible.

Congratulations to all the winners. Nice work to Gary, Ron and Nate.

hell, id like to thank everyone that i talked to for making me feel welcome, i walked past the focus area, and one of the stang area's, and everyone was so arrogant

my car will definatly be there next year, not sure which, but itll be there

Well I have to say it was another great year for NATO. I had a great time meeting the usual characters & some new faces for the 1st time. Hats off to Dan & Diana for the pre Carlisle party on Thursday. I guess I can't call Dan the ol'geezzer anymore since we had him cooking all day Saturday.

Congrats to all the winners this year - Nate, Gary & Ron on your outstanding Cars & especially Nate - The Golden Turbo Winner. These guys were acknowledged for there hard work, but we all are winnerswhen it comes to NATO & having fun in Carlisle.

Gary, sounds like its time to start planning for next year. [Image: biggrin.gif]

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Tony Sceia -

HIS Red 88 TC http://www.turbotbird.com/showroom/TySa_88tc.html



HERS - Blue 87 TC, fully loaded with every option, Gilies Valve, K & N Filter, 3-core Radiator, New Paint...just needs to be put back together, Interior re-done & get some exterior parts.

87 TC - Bought as a Parts Car, & will remain a parts car now that I found the blue one.

What a great weekend. Can't wait till next year. The number of TC's attending grows every year. Very nice to see some new faces too. Let's shoot for over 40 cars next year.

I think Tony got the deal of the century at the swap meet.