Huntington Beach Cruise In - 2012 ... Update

[Sally Bean]

Good Morning Everyone -

At this moment, our new website is up but our email receiving capabilities are down but Mad Dog is working on it and we should be good soon.

I thought I'd give an update on HB ...... so far we've got over 20 people registered which may not seem like many but compared to last year at this time (registration wasn't even up yet), that's awesome.

Another big difference from last year is that we are hoping to have our big rig out there on the Pier Plaza and that in itself makes such a huge impression on people that it surely will bring in even more spectators to the event, which is all good.

Karen Salvaggio, Dave Hodgkins and I have been talking about some fun things we could do in additional to the Saturday Cruise-in and when those plans have been solidified, one of us will post them, so stay tuned.

Another really exciting addition this year is that the Car Warriors West Coast Team will be there along with both of the FFR Hot Rods that were assembled on the show which will debut on April 4th, so you guys will be the very first people to see those great looking cars. Brad Fanshaw, whose was the West Coast Lead Tech from Car Warriors will be there to sign autographs and I'm hoping that we can also get Jimmy Shine, Host of Car Warriors and Ray McClelland, who was the Lead Tech for the East Coast Team.

Last but not least, if you are looking for overnight accommodations, The Shorebreak Hotel (www.shorebreakhotel.com) 877-744-1117 has agreed to be our host hotel again this year and will give anyone staying there for this event the room rate of $189.00 when they mention Factory Five Racing. I stayed there last year and it's a beautiful place - I highly recommend it. Not to mention it's right on the main drag.

That's it for now and look forward to seeing all of you next month. Please send me a personal message if you have any questions.

Sally Bean
FFR

[David Hodgkins]

Thanks Sally.

I'll be posting an update soon myself; We are indeed going to hopefully have a professional quality broadcast this year!

Also, I am hosting a Friday cruise and get-together at my place. Stay tuned for updates!

:)

[289_FIA]

Soooooo looking forward to this one!!

[Mesa Mike]

Hi Sally,

Mesa Mike here to let you know that I'll be there with all my DJ and PA set up again. Look forwarding to seeing you and Dave at HB this year. I am trying to get more of the AZ Club there. I dropped Levy Racing a note and recommend he bring his truck and vendor booth and to contact you for more info. So far the NorCal guys haven't shown much interest. Long drive for a one day event. See you there.

Mike

[Dave Smith]

Here's some more updated information.

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Join Us April 28th at the Famous Huntington Beach Pier

NEW THIS YEAR:
LIVE MUSIC
VIP GUESTS FROM THE CAST OF SPEED’S CAR WARRIORS
MORE CAR SHOW AWARDS INCLUDING NON-FFR MAKES
THE FACTORY FIVE BIG RIG ROAD SHOW

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The 5th Annual HB Cruise-In event will be the biggest ever with lots of new surprises. This year we have a live band, the Fabulous Nomads – Orange County’s oldest surf band. Along with hundreds of customer cars, we will be debuting two Factory Five ’33s built by the guys at Car Warriors and you can meet the cast and crew. The Factory Five big rig will be on the beach pier plaza and and all are welcome (non-FFR makes are invited).

Registration is open now! Spend a day at the beach with over 100 Factory Fives, music, car show awards, and good times.

For more information and to register online, click here. (http://www.factoryfive.com/whats-new/5th-annual-huntington-beach-cruise-in/)

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Sponsors include Ford Racing, Hot Rod Magazine, Wilwood Brakes, Car Warriors, Mothers Car Care Products, Jeff Miller Customs, Cameron Autosports, and AST Products. Music sponsored by Erik Hansen and '33 Machine.

Registration opens at 9 a.m. and the show is from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. The event costs $40 and your entry fee gets you a t-shirt, entry into the car show, eligibility for trophies, and plenty of sponsor swag.

Dave Smith

[Don]

Sounds like a blast. Asking the wife right now if we can make it. :)

[Marty Prario]

This is one of the best events of the year for So Cal. Don't miss it.

I have signed up, now it is going to seem like forever before April 28th.

David, I hope you guys can get the Sunday Autocross Event worked out. I am looking forward to the whole weekend.

Marty

[ehansen007]

I am more than proud to sponsor the band to honor the new relationship between FFR and "33M" (LOL) but more importantly as a tribute to a new era of full ownership for Dave Smith. With the wind now at his back I think I speak for all of us when I say; "We can't wait to see what happens next!".

[289FIA_Cobra]

I've got this marked on my calendar. Dave Hodgkins I cannot wait to see your PAINTED FFR!!!

[Mesa Mike]

Hey Sally. What does "professional broadcast" mean?

[Mad Dog]

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Jeff "Da Bat" Miller sent us this cool pic. The guy was simply off-the-hook at Car Warriors and you guys are going to see the car he painted since the Car Warriors Hot Rods will be on display at this year's show. Thanks Jeff and Dave Smith is looking forward to seeing you this weekend.

Also, I heard Jeff is announcing the Moment of Thunder Tribute to Dick Smith, Roger Stine, Robert Feddersen, Paul Mastroinni, and this year, especially Andy Salvaggio.

Click here ("http://www.factoryfive.com/whats-new/5th-annual-huntington-beach-cruise-in/') for more details about the show.

[ehansen007]

Dave H,

Anything going on Friday/Sunday? I need to make some plans as my wife is going to be out of town. Thanks!

[David Hodgkins]

Eric,

I'll call you to discuss the pop-up, and I'll open a new thread to talk about Friday's get together.

:)

[vnmsss]

Thanks Dave! The party at your place last year was great!! I'll be there, and Rick and Diane Anderson will be there as well.......

As an FYI.....Team Thunder Valley Racing will be hosting the HB "After"Party at our campsite next to the pier......For those staying over, or who live nearby, it's within easy walking distance of the Shorebreak Hotel or any downtown area in HB....

7:00 - 10:00 PM at Sunset Vista Campground.......Come enjoy some yummy snacks, and a cool brew....A big Pacific Ocean sunset awaits! All are welcome!!!

Karen
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[68GT500MAN]

Thanks Karen, I will be there and I am sure Ray, Jodi, Jim and Carol will too.

[Marty Prario]

Sally, My company is donating a raffle prize for this event. Pm Sent

[Mesa Mike]

Sally....I'm going to conduct a 50/50 raffle and hand out some $$$$.

[vnmsss]

Awesome Doug!!! It will be great to see you and everyone at HB again this year! We'll have a bucket of brewski's, some island margaritas and a few snacks (including some marshmellows for the bonfire) for everyone to enjoy after a long day in the sun.....See you this weekend!

Karen

[riptide motorsport]

Man those are a couple of great pictures.........just what I think of when I think of California!

[vnmsss]

Riptide......I hope to have a chance to meet you and see your beautiful Coupe one day.....It's beautiful and looks smokin' fast. I'm thinking if you leave now you'd make it to CA in plenty of time for the party.... Besides, the One Lap of America starts in a few days, (the new version of the Cannonball Run, albeit much tamer), and since this year's event is focused up north, the roads might be all clear for you.....:cool:

K

[Mad Dog]

Hi Everyone,

If you haven't registered for this year's event, please make sure you do so soon. Sally has everyone's welcome packets made, so it'd be great if we could get any last minute registrations submitted so their packets are put together as well. Here's the link again if you haven't signed up - http://bit.ly/Ic0D30

[riptide motorsport]

I agree Karen....It would be my honor and pleasure to meet you......One of these years I need to get in touch with my adventurous side!!:)

[xlr8or]

Looks like it should be another perfect day at the beach in SoCal.


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[vnmsss]

We're all set up....A perfect So Cal beach day.... See you guys up at David's place in a few hours! Karen

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