<<UPDATE>>
Looks like we are officially on for Saturday July 8th at 10am at the Starbucks in Frisco (the one at Preston and Stonebrook)
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This is the new poll that allows you to select multiple dates that will work.

We've been discussing over in the DFW (Dallas-Ft. Worth) element owners reply thread about having a saturday morning coffee meet, probably at the Starbucks at Preston and Stonebrook in Frisco just because it has a lot of wide open parking spaces next to it. We haven't really discussed time, but I was thinking maybe 10am? I've created a poll so we can vote on dates. Depending on the amount of interest we could possibly do an E Caravan to another location for lunch afterward.

And yes, one of the poll dates (July 15th) conflicts with the National Meet, but hey, we can't all make it to the National Meet.

If this grows into something that warrants more then Coffee then those of us not from Frisco will need suggestions on what to do in the local area for a few more hours. I can stay pretty late Sat.
A nice drive to the state park and grill would be pretty fun..
Hang out and take stupid picts.
If your driving from Austin area or anywhere in between please notify me so we can Caravan.

If this grows into something that warrants more then Coffee then those of us not from Frisco will need suggestions on what to do in the local area for a few more hours. I can stay pretty late Sat.
A nice drive to the state park and grill would be pretty fun..
Hang our and take stupid picts.
If your driving from Austin area or anywhere in between please notify me so we can Caravan.

Did someone say there's an IKEA over there? I don't know much about Frisco, either.

At what point do we say "OK, next week it is!"? Say, 12:01 AM Monday? If others (like Grivas) are willing to sacrifice extra time and gas to make the drive, the least we can do is have a firm commitment in advance.

I love this format of the forum but,,
It is fantastic to discuss this and such but it is so ironic because the one thing it does not do is help you organize. You are always 1 step away from getting your head around exactly what the status is and how many people are interested in a meet. It's like we can do anything we want but we are not allowed to organize a meet and get a head count, or run a list of who has committed to the meet like,, maybe Evite.com
If you want to do an email blast to interested parties to help with the meet you get limited to only 5 at a time. This is the reason Texas really needs to get a website the group has control over to post organized info and also build forms to gather info from the users to have a database for email blasts and postal mail
This is my 3rd post on this and it really does not apply to this thread..... so,, sorry in advance.....
Send me suggestions of what would be a good URL for the Texas website?

I was thinking
texaselementownersclub.com or maybe
TexasEOC.com
any comments?

I attended a meet in Austin on 3/25. We exchanged email addresses etc. and I can contact them. Maybe it's a shot in the dark; I don't know.

Having been involved in various activities where people voluntarily assemble, I identify with your comments. My experience has left something to be desired. I have numerous theories about why it is so hard to make these things happen but they are probably irrelevant.

After posting and allowing discussion, someone has to decide something. If you grab the reins and set a date/time and tell people to be there or be square...maybe that's the best you can do.

I'll drop the link to this discussion in my signature. That will automatically put it out there in my over 1000 past posts.

Edit: OK, my signature line isn't working? Will keep trying.

ok... Frisco is a fast growing town, lots of stuff to see and do, but lots of traffic too. Ikea is maybe a mile or so from Starbucks, its next to a really nice mall, and on the other side of the Highway from Ikea is a Honda Dealership. there is Lake Ray Roberts which is probally about a 30 minute drive from Frisco with a really nice State Park. I'll see what else I can think of.....

Did someone say there's an IKEA over there? I don't know much about Frisco, either.

At what point do we say "OK, next week it is!"? Say, 12:01 AM Monday? If others (like Grivas) are willing to sacrifice extra time and gas to make the drive, the least we can do is have a firm commitment in advance.

Sounds like a good plan, especially since the 8th is the most popular date so far and coming up soon. Let's say poll ends at midnight on sunday night (July 2nd).

Grivas, liked both your domain suggestions. texasEOC may be better just because it's shorter, although the other is more descriptive.

Im out on the 8th.got a road race that morning.other than that its all good.

Good morning, all.

I, like Roadwarrior, can't make the 8th. The week that immediately follows it I have to drive from San Antonio to Houston to San Antonio to Austin to Houston and finally back to San Antonio, all in five days.:twisted: The thought of driving to Dallas a couple of days before this trip is just not in the cards...

I will be in Dallas and Oklahoma City the week leading up to the 29th, so I could probably swing that weekend if that's where we land. Don't wait for me though - if the 8th works for everyone else, I'll just make the next one. We really should start thinking about a camping/hiking/biking trip sometime in the fall. Perhaps Big Bend, or maybe something more central like Lost Maples, etc.

Have a safe and happy 4th everyone!

I think the time that is being bounced around is about 10am.
I have reserved a Big Pavilion at the state park. When the coffee meet is over I will be driving down the way to the state park and grill up some food outside for lunch/dinner.
I will also be bringing my fishing pole just in case.
Everyone is welcome to join me,, or not.... I have the Pavilion for the entire day.

Grivas...

I'm assuming you are talking about Lake Ray Roberts, did you reserve at Isle de Bois or at Johnson Branch ??

I have an unbeilevable july so please remember my wife and I if you do anything later and post pics.

Grivas...

I'm assuming you are talking about Lake Ray Roberts, did you reserve at Isle de Bois or at Johnson Branch ??

Isle de Bois

IDB is a great State Park.... if you Mountain Bike, be sure to bring your bike...its a great trail. there is also a great hole-in-the-wall BBQ place pretty close in Tioga, called Clarks...

IDB is a great State Park.... if you Mountain Bike, be sure to bring your bike...its a great trail. there is also a great hole-in-the-wall BBQ place pretty close in Tioga, called Clarks...

Percussion , Lighting design and Video Producer. No Biking,,,,,
I can make sure you have a Kickass burger waiting for you after you get off of the trail....

Lazysailer,

How many Es are you thinking we got lined up for Coffee in frisco?

We havent heard anything from "Tango"....Tango...where are you ???

come on others in the metroplex.....post up

Lazysailer,

How many Es are you thinking we got lined up for Coffee in frisco?

Sorry haven't been more active on this thread the last couple of days. On the road with infrequent internet access.

At least 7 for this coffee meet according to the poll, if everybody shows up. Looks like we are officially on for the 8th now. At 10am?

And if this goes well, we could always do this again on another day for those that can't make the 8th.

I sent out an private message to everyone who had posted on the DFW Element thread at one time or another telling them about it. Hopefully we will have a few lurkers come out too.

I can't make the 8th, so ya'll have fun!!

There is a possibility that my plans could get canceled at the last minute (doubtful, but possible), so if that happens, I'll be sure to let ya know I'm in...

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, I'll be there.

Unless something happens I/WE will be there on the 8th.
HEY - we just finished the pool re- do (see pics) - anyone interested in a pool party? Lots of room - located in Hillcrest/Preston - Frankford area. Happy to host the "Tx E gang" any time!
Just say the word - pools open and the water's GREAT!

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Little%20Bit%20Of%20Everything/rent.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Little%20Bit%20Of%20Everything/newpool1.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Little%20Bit%20Of%20Everything/backvw.jpg

Ok, here is the list of who's coming so far (based on posts and pm's). If I left you off the list or you want to add yourself to the list, just post here in this thread. thx

lazysailor
stumpjumperdave
grivas
rhythm ace
mcreed

and possibly:

shadowkat
friscobassace
the cat

I know there are others lurking out there who haven't posted yet. Let us hear from you! Everybody is welcome.

Add The Tangos!
see post # 21!!!

Very nice pool area Tango....

my mom used to live at the corner of Preston and Frankford in some Apts.... ya'll arent far from me.. I'm west on Frankford, just past Josey...

We live on the creek that goes under Frankford just W of Hillcrest - next to the park on Hillcrest S of Frankford. We used to live in Bent Creek on the OTHER side of Preston closer to where your Mom was. Have a friend in FB who has seen you - he lives off Josey nearer 635.
Yep we have a big ol house (for 2 people) and we just spent a fortune on the pool and backyard and want some folks over to appreciate our hard work, LOL. It was nice before but now it's really neat out there - and we also have a big pond and a 9 turtle habitat back there (box turtles) as well as the goldfish and the water turtle in the pond. It's definitely not your average suburban backyard....

I was planning on doing the Home Depot Grill mod to my "E", but I wll wait and do it at our mini-meet. I will also bring the rest of the roll and extra ty-wraps in case anybody else wants to do this that hasnt done it yet... help me with mine...I'll help you with yours...

Add me to the List for Coff-E I'll only be able to stay for a few minutes since I'm moving that day probley have the E loaded doen when I show up.

I emailed the participants from a 3/25 meet in Austin. Hopefully they at least checked it out. It would be nice to have regular get-togethers in and around DFW. To those who can't make it this time, keep checking back and maybe we can generate interest for meet #2.

Add The Tangos!
see post # 21!!!

Sorry Tango :)

Tango
lazysailor
stumpjumperdave
grivas
rhythm ace
mcreed
the cat
Country boy in the city

and possibly:

shadowkat
friscobassace
shua

I'm from PA so I can't come down for your meet up, but I am a big fan of MLS and I know Frisco is home to the shiney new Pizza Hut Park, Home of FC Dallas. I checked the stadium schedule and there are home soccer matches on the 8th and 29th. The 29th is a double header with a couple Mexican teams playing in the nightcap, FC Dallas kicks off at 6. On the 22nd is the Kenny Chesney concert. None of these events would make for a bad night out. I know FC Dallas would be thrilled to accomodate you since Honda is the official automobile sponsor of MLS.

Gibroni

Pizza Hut Park is a awesome stadium , I havent been out to it yet ,but sold some material to it during its construction.. I'll get out there soon...

I was planning on doing the Home Depot Grill mod to my "E", but I wll wait and do it at our mini-meet. I will also bring the rest of the roll and extra ty-wraps in case anybody else wants to do this that hasnt done it yet... help me with mine...I'll help you with yours...

I've got some extra black zip-ties I will bring, and some shears for cutting the grill material. Do you have a roll of the plastic material or the metal material?

its the plastic stuff... :cool:

Ok, one more time, just so everybody meets at the right Starbucks (at 10:00am). Here is the link to the starbucks page with a map and directions. Frisco Starbucks on Preston at Stonebrook (http://www.starbucks.com/retail/locator/MapResults.aspx?a=1&StoreKey=30137&IC_O=33.1686143832542:-96.776683972533:32:75035+(postal+code),+Texas,+Uni ted+States&GAD1_O=&GAD2_O=&GAD3_O=75035+(postal+code),+Texas,+United+States&GAD4_O=&radius=5&countryID=244&dataSource=MapPoint.NA)

It's actually just south of Stonebrook Pkwy on Preston. There is a parking lot just north of the starbucks that is usually empty, so we can all park there and have lots of room. Here is a more detailed map of the area to help you find it.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/starbucks_map-1.jpg

looking forward to saturday !!! see ya'll there...

cool deal I'm down for some grill modding fun :D

I was planning on doing the Home Depot Grill mod to my "E", but I wll wait and do it at our mini-meet. I will also bring the rest of the roll and extra ty-wraps in case anybody else wants to do this that hasnt done it yet... help me with mine...I'll help you with yours...

Yo Stump!
Do you have plenty of black zip-ties.
I am going to Home depot today. do I need to bring anything else to assist with the mods? I plan to partake in the "mod-fest"

Sorry Tango :)

Tango
lazysailor
stumpjumperdave
grivas
rhythm ace
mcreed
the cat
Country boy in the city

and possibly:

shadowkat
friscobassace
shua

11 Es may be a record meet for texas.

cool deal I'm down for some grill modding fun :D

so that makes how many for the mods?
Should we get more material.

Stump????

I will stop and get another roll of "mod" stuff tonight....

dont know if I have enough ty-raps, some one want to get them ?

I will stop and get another roll of "mod" stuff tonight....

dont know if I have enough ty-raps, some one want to get them ?

I'm bringing a bag of 4" ties (http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS/EN_US/diy_main/pg_diy.jsp?CNTTYPE=NAVIGATION&CNTKEY=locator%2findex.jsp&BV_SessionID=@@@@2093418139.1152274141@@@@&BV_EngineID=cccdaddiffjgedhcgelceffdfgidgmk.0&MID=9876) and some needle nose pliers. And there is a lowes and home depot just right down the street should we need more supplies.

And I printed up name tags (with our EOC names) for everyone who has said they will be there so far.

So far we have:

tango
lazysailor
stumpjumperdave
grivas
rhythm ace
mcreed
the cat
country boy in the city
dtexan

and a maybe from:

shadowkat
friscobassace
shua

Am I missing anyone who plans to be there?

I will also be there. I have to escape from a baby shower that is being held at my home. see you guys around 10-11 am

Thanks for organizing this and making it happen.

I'll be there and I may be interested in the grill mod.

Do we have any definite plans for a caravan after the Coff-E?

Thanks,
Michael

I will be there - Mr Tango is in Chigago on NHRA business until Sat evening so I will be solo. I will bring my digital camera - it's a pro Nikon so we'll have lots of great pics. I am not hugely familiar with the area so anyone who is - where's a good spot (besides the Starbucks parking lot) where we might take a few fun pictures?
I DID the grill mod and then got a free set of Cloud Rider grills but I am happy to help anyone who is doing it - I have really small hands which is a definite plus when doing this and the side blinker mod. BTW for anyone who hasn't done the blinker mod, it's almost as easy as the grill.
We want to invite the DFW/TX E-gang over for a pool party soon so I will be polling everyone as to their interest and good dates. Got this big pool just waiting and it hardly gets used - great excuse for a party huh?
Now I have to go out and polish up the E so she looks her best! She's clean but could use a quick going over.
See everyone there!

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ok... i just picked up another roll of the gutter stuff... so we should have enough to do anybody that shows up

I'll be there! (Boy... now I have to do some cleaning before tomorrow morning!!!)

Count me in!

FBA

You know I was noticing that in this meet alone we have a GTR player, Bass Player and a percussionist.... HA!

When my step-daughter was in High School Marching band, I was a band dad and helped move all the pit equipment...does that count ???

When my step-daughter was in High School Marching band, I was a band dad and helped move all the pit equipment...does that count ???

Heck Yea!
Rock on!

You know I was noticing that in this meet alone we have a GTR player, Bass Player and a percussionist.... HA!

Any singers? We can start The Element Band!!!

When my step-daughter was in High School Marching band, I was a band dad and helped move all the pit equipment...does that count ???

Bands always need as much help as they can get schlepping all their gear around.... Wouldn't that be funny to have a band where everyone drives an element, and then show up to a gig with all of our SUVs?

Tango,

What side-blinker mod are you speaking of?

Re-wiring the warning light to the turn indicator?
If so, then count me in!

BTW, I'm also a percussionist. We have the makings of a cool band. Time now for a catchy name.

Later,
Michael

Any singers? We can start The Element Band!!!

hmmmm maybe "Tango" can sing ???

I'll be the "roadie".... no musical ability at all here.....

Tango, I hope you are going to post some pics of the E's and the EOC members so those of us that can't make can live vicariously through the photos:-D And I'm so much better at remembering people when I can put a face with a name:)

Maybe I'll be able to make a meet another time.

OK - for those who are interested in turning the side marker lights into blinkers:
You are going to need 12 gauge wire, crimp wire connectors and the wire splicer connectors (for splicing a new wire into existing wire)
Tools are easy: long screwdriver (to remove side lights), wire cutter/stripper and a good pair of needle nose for crimping connectors
Read this thread for more info:
http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8839

Kermie, I will take LOTS of pictures and post them here!

The E-Band is taking shape before our eyes :shock:
And no, I'm not a singer - well not the kind of singer you'd need for such a promising musical endeavor. I will be happy to handle the fan club, merchandising, promotion, T-shirts and marketing tho.

I will stick a few tools and odds-n-ends into my E tonight for the group mods session. Tango-E is all spit-shined and ready to roll. Y'all wear your NICE T-Shirts for this - you want to look good in the pics for the EOC board, right??? I am gonna wear my EOC T- shirt.

I play guitar no lead though. I'll be the one with the dirtiest E since I've been to busy packing and working to wash it.

You know I was noticing that in this meet alone we have a GTR player, Bass Player and a percussionist.... HA!

I play the saxophone, but I'm pretty rusty.

"Samantha" hasn't been washed and I may not get the chance before tomorrow...but I still love a dirty girl.

As my s/n indicates, I play rhythm, no lead, mostly 60's/70's MOR pop type stuff. America, Eagles, Beatles, a little bit of a lot of things. What kind of music do youse guys like to play? And remember, there is always room for groupies.

Springsteen already took "E street band," which woulda been kewl.

Looking forward to tomorrow...

Ok, one more time, just so everybody meets at the right Starbucks (at 10:00am). Here is the link to the starbucks page with a map and directions. Frisco Starbucks on Preston at Stonebrook (http://www.starbucks.com/retail/locator/MapResults.aspx?a=1&StoreKey=30137&IC_O=33.1686143832542:-96.776683972533:32:75035+(postal+code),+Texas,+Uni ted+States&GAD1_O=&GAD2_O=&GAD3_O=75035+(postal+code),+Texas,+United+States&GAD4_O=&radius=5&countryID=244&dataSource=MapPoint.NA)

It's actually just south of Stonebrook Pkwy on Preston. There is a parking lot just north of the starbucks that is usually empty, so we can all park there and have lots of room. Here is a more detailed map of the area to help you find it.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/starbucks_map-1.jpg

This would be Mapsco map #456 quadrant K, yes?

This would be Mapsco map #456 quadrant K, yes?

They still make Mapsco's? Save a tree, buy a GPS :)

I think we are up to 11 confirmed E's, hopefully even more will show! Our mini-meet is quickly turning into a full blown meet. Very cool. :D

Just in case my mobile is
512.577.3171
I think I will be there by 10 as long as i can find it in frisco.
I am bringing my Sony DSR-250 in case we get enough stuff to document.
tg

I'm leaving the house in the next few minutes for the meet :D

Sorry guys I woke up late and I'm tring to finish moving maybe next time time to pack up the computer now.

Ok, all you slackers who didn't show up really missed out. :-P We had 9 E's there at our peak. Spent a few hours doing "home depot grill mods" and some side marker light mods, then had an E parade to lunch and feasted on Mexican Food at La Hacienda Ranch. I'm sure there will be lots of photos. Don't know if they will all be posted here, or on a new thread, but here are a few I took.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/elements2.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/elements.jpg

Grivas and StumpJumperDave installing a "Home Depot Style" Grill mod.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/grillmod.jpg

Mcreed doing some side marker light re-wiring.
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/lightmod.jpg

Tango (the Queen of E Modding)
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/tangomod.jpg

My E before the grill mod
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/before.jpg

My E after the grill mod
http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j291/rfarish/frisco%20coff-E%20meet%20July%208th/after.jpg

I think every E that showed up left with a Home Depot style radiator guard, unless they already had one. We did a lot of them though. Thanks to everyone who brought the supplies!

Some pics I took....

Lazy and Rhythm,

Great pics, thanks for getting them up so fast!

Now, how do we get more metroplex E owners in the EOC?

I know Shen made some tri-fold EOC brochures in PDF but I haven't gotten around to printing any yet. I suppose if we print those brochures and leave them with other Es when we see them that's the best we can do for advertising.

Good times today everybody, see you next time.

Michael

I had a great time today.... nice to meet all of ya'll.. and we did the "Home Depot Grill Mod" on 5 "E"s ....

whens the next one ??

I think it would be nice to have something about once a month. Of course we can meet for coffee anywhere, or perhaps we'll take Mrs. T up on her gracious offer?

Also, there are always things going on around Texas if we're willing to roadtrip. Could be that includes some camping action (which could be an oxymoron, depending on how you camp). Here is a link of things going on for August:

http://www.tourtexas.com/listbydate_0608.html

Also, here are some strange sights in the state:

http://www.texastwisted.com/attr/


Remember the Elemo!

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC1.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC5.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC6.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC8.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC7.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC9.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Element/EOCC2.jpg

OK Gang, today was so much fun and since we have pool, have space, have food - all we need is YOU!
Let's pick a weekend in August and we'll host the whole DFW/TEXAS EOC membership at our house for a Pool-E party.....
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Little%20Bit%20Of%20Everything/backvw.jpg
.....have seating for 14 already, everyone who was there today would fit easily...and with a few add'l chairs, well lets just say we've had 50+ people with no problem.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Little%20Bit%20Of%20Everything/newpool1.jpg
Thinking say 3-8PM on a Saturday? A sort of never-ending buffet of food rather than a cook-out so it'll be a come when you want, stay as long as you want affair. Swimming, music, lounging, maybe some light E-modding in the garage???
Mr Tango is back tomorrow so I can consult his schedule for possible August Sat conflicts and we can start planning the festivities.
We'll save a seat for ya!
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y59/inkstudios/Little%20Bit%20Of%20Everything/gazq.jpg

heres a couple more pics

heres a couple more pics

Dave you're gonna have to change your signature now. No more "coming soon" on the home depot mod :)

Things got a little busy this morning and I couldn't get away. Looks like you guys had a good time. Seeing all those E's together really looks cool! It almost looks like the dealership. I hope to make it next time.

Wayne

Things got a little busy this morning and I couldn't get away. Looks like you guys had a good time. Seeing all those E's together really looks cool! It almost looks like the dealership. I hope to make it next time.

Wayne

Sorry you cound't make it. We carried on without you :)

It was a lot of fun. All the E's lined up got a lot of second takes, especially when we were caravaning down the road. We had several E's drive by the parking lot gawking, but they didn't even stop! Guess they just don't get it.

Finally got my new plates, so I should be much easier for you to spot around town :-P

I do have to say everyone was very pleasant,,,,,
and StumpjumperDave... I got all of the Hooters stamps nailed... Thanks man, you rock!!!

I had fun,,, and I got the Home depot mod out of it along with some great TEXMEX....
Good thing I did not get run over when I jumped out of my E at the intersection to try and get a shot of the caravan huh....?

Looks like you guys had a great time! I'm very jealous that I could not make it to meet you guys. But I did think about you all today and wondered what all you were doing.

I love the pictures....be sure to include names for those of us that didn't get to meet everyone:razz: And wasn't it just too darn hot to be sitting on the cement working on E's? Dallas must be having much "cooler" weather than we are down here.

And I couldn't help but laugh when every picture I see of the guy in the orange shirt is sitting on the ground in from on an E. He must be the hard worker of the bunch:)

Looks like you guys had a great time! I'm very jealous that I could not make it to meet you guys. But I did think about you all today and wondered what all you were doing.

I love the pictures....be sure to include names for those of us that didn't get to meet everyone:razz: And wasn't it just too darn hot to be sitting on the cement working on E's? Dallas must be having much "cooler" weather than we are down here.

And I couldn't help but laugh when every picture I see of the guy in the orange shirt is sitting on the ground in from on an E. He must be the hard worker of the bunch:)

StumpJumperDave, a.k.a. "the guy in the orange shirt" was our Home Depot Grill Guard Expert. He got really good at crimping those zip ties.

And yes, it was getting pretty hot out there on the cement by the time we broke for lunch. My face and neck actually got pretty sunburned.

Sorry you couldn't make it. Maybe next time. :|

Okay, I've got to ask....what are Hooter's stamps? I know what the "restaurant/bar" is but what are the stamps? And no, I've never been to one....I don't go anywhere without my daughters and I'd be afraid they would grow up and want to work there:shock:

way to go Grivas...good to see you made it home OK...

Kermie, it was hot ,we sweated a little...but it was all worth it...


from what i gather if you collect 20 stamps from different Hooters, you get a wing party and something else....Grivas can give you the low down..

way to go Grivas...good to see you made it home OK...

Kermie, it was hot ,we sweated a little...but it was all worth it...


from what i gather if you collect 20 stamps from different Hooters, you get a wing party and something else....Grivas can give you the low down..

Yes Dave you are correct.
I have until Sept 20th to get at least 20 stamps.
Once I get that then I will have an E meet Wing party.
I also qualify for a cash prize of 5k
My next area to hit is towards San Antonio.

You know what would be a real hoot is for several Es to hit the road over a 2 day period and nail 20 stamps... Then combine all of the parties as well as share the cash prize if one if the Es wins.... Or put the cash prize towards a proper Texas Meet! Have a band and door prizes and such...

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Hey gang, I'm so sorry I missed out on this. LazySailor was kind enough to give me a heads up, but I've been away from the EOC for awhile and didn't read his PM soon enough.

I'm absolutely down for the next one tho. My wife's been looking for an excuse to get up to Ikea Frisco anyway and I've had a really bad case of "Get out of townitis" lately.

Rob

Okay............... And no, I've never been to one....I don't go anywhere without my daughters and I'd be afraid they would grow up and want to work there:shock:

Once you go to a Hooters you will understand it really is not as negative or bad place. They always spend super extra care to see the kids have fun. I take my son all of the time. He loves it because they give kids so much attention. When I was there this past time with my son a mother brought her 3 little girls and the waitress pulled out hoola hoops and several of the waitresses and the girls were hooping right in the middle of the restaurant.
My sons favorite food there is the corn dog.

Thanks to everyone for getting these pictures up so quick! I wish I could have made it, but that four letter word got in the way (w o r k)!

I hope I get to make the next one- I have to work a lot of Saturdays though...

Looks like lotsa fun!!

A couple of people asked about the "car care" stuff I use. I went out and inventoried my "crate" and here's the exact names:
Everything is Meguiar's
Plastic Exterior Pieces and Interior
Professional Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner/Conditioner 40
followed by
Natural Shine Vinyl & Rubber Protectant
(also have Mother's Back To Black but like the Meguiar's Natural Shine "finish" better)
Tires
Endurance
Paint
Soft Wash
Quik Wax
Final Inspection

Also have, but have not used....yet
New Car Glaze and Deep Chrystal Polish
ScratchX
Clay Bar - Mild

who was the couple (EOC username) with the dogs at the frisco meet?

Grivas, their user name is the cat. I don't have their contact info since they left before the "list" got passed around - have PM'd and asked for the info tho.

who were the couple (EOC username) with the dogs at the frisco meet?

The Cat (and his wife The Mouse)

Here is a collage of all of those that showed up.

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Everyone who was there please check your PMs - have sent the contact list to everyone for verification.
If you weren't there and want your contact info to be included please PM me with the following info:
EOC name
"real" name(s)
contact e-mail
contact phone
If you add your info we will include you in the distribution for the list and any updates. We can also contact you directly about any events or local "deals" if you aren't on the EOC boards often. The list will be private - just for the local members.
THANKS!

Thanks for taking the initiative, Mrs. Tango! Your listing of cleaning stuff made me think that could be the show and tell portion of the meeting. I'd bring some QEW to show others how it works.

Just an idear, but maybe the pool date could also be a musical jam for interested musicians?

Some live music would be awesome! I will have a list of possible dates tomorrow evening so stand by...
Hey - for those from OOT who would like to come and make a Dallas weekend of it we have a really nice Motel 6 1/2 mile from the house. And Kermie (and other parents) - this would be a perfect meet to bring kids - pool, pond, 9 turtles in an outdoor habitat and 2 TV's and DVD players - one in a separate upstairs media room the kids could have to themselves when they are tired of being with the adults. Our house really is sort of a zoo :-D

Tango, sounds like you have thought of everything. I'll be checking in to see what date you have this fun event planned. If my husband is off, I'll do by best to convince him to come. I much more social than he is. We met online and I'm always telling him it is a good thing we met this way since he'd probably have been to shy/quiet to have met me in person for the first time:D

Some live music would be awesome! I will have a list of possible dates tomorrow evening so stand by...
Hey - for those from OOT who would like to come and make a Dallas weekend of it we have a really nice Motel 6 1/2 mile from the house. And Kermie (and other parents) - this would be a perfect meet to bring kids - pool, pond, 9 turtles in an outdoor habitat and 2 TV's and DVD players - one in a separate upstairs media room the kids could have to themselves when they are tired of being with the adults. Our house really is sort of a zoo :-D

I would love to bring my son Aidan 5.5 years olds.


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Well then BRING HIM - especially if Kermie comes with her girls! We will invite a couple of friends of ours with similar age kids (between 4 and 9) and the kids can have their OWN party and swim in the pool, catch fireflies etc. We'll even rent some kid friendly DVDs or they can bring their favs. Swimming, food, critters and movies - we'll call it the Future E Owners Club.
~EVERYONE is welcome here~

I think Mrs. T has done plenty---we invités should provide the food, maybe organized or at least like a potluck. How say you, Texas EOC?

Ace, I agree! If Tango is willing to open her home to us, the least we can do is provide the eats : ) If I can manage to come to the party, I'll be sure to help in whatever way I can:D

Looks like I missed a good get together. I guess I'll be getting some slashes with a wet noodle for not having my E up there that way there would have been at least one more differnt color. Cargo Khaki.

Man I've got to change my avitar.

Looks like I missed a good get together. I guess I'll be getting some slashes with a wet noodle for not having my E up there that way there would have been at least one more differnt color. Cargo Khaki.

Man I've got to change my avitar.

So you're so distraught about missing the Frisco Coff-E Meet that you're turning in your NRA card and changing your avatar? :)

Yes, we could have used a Cargo Khaki. Who knows, you might have even talked us into using our fleet of E's to help you move...........naw.........probably not.:D

So you're so distraught about missing the Frisco Coff-E Meet that you're turning in your NRA card and changing your avatar? :)

Yes, we could have used a Cargo Khaki. Who knows, you might have even talked us into using our fleet of E's to help you move...........naw.........probably not.:D
Not geting rid of my NRA card just havn't had any bushys in a while. All I've got is a DPMS and my hangun collection. Made the move in 2 trips since I've stayed pretty light on the belongings since I moved to Texas. If yall ever want to get together and go shooting just let me know I'm allways there.