fedoragent Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Folks, I've been curious at how many Northern and Southern Californians we have on P15-D24. In another thread we've spoken about in September getting together and throwing a caravan to the Golden State Plymouth Owners meeting. Before, then if anyone would like to meet up, please let me know. However, I'd like to start this thread so that we know of other folks in our areas. I'm rather tired of going to events, seeing one MoPar in Socal and the rest are Ford and Chevy. So, I'll start. Jon AKA FedoraGent, 1947 Plymouth Club Coupe, Special Deluxe Pasadena, CA FG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd52cranbrook Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 I am in the SF Bay Area. Like you there are a small number of the 40s-50s Mopars at events, but more are showing up. I have heard there are lots of early Mopars in the Fresno area for some reason. I do know Antique Auto Parts in Niles has a yard out there of strictly Mopar, maybe that is why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dezeldoc Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 I am in Lancaster between the two of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fedoragent Posted July 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Niles like in Fremont? I had my first place there. I am in the SF Bay Area. Like you there are a small number of the 40s-50s Mopars at events, but more are showing up. I have heard there are lots of early Mopars in the Fresno area for some reason. I do know Antique Auto Parts in Niles has a yard out there of strictly Mopar, maybe that is why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homebrewer Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 I'm in Modesto, but don't usually do shows and stuff. Just like to tool around once in a while. George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd52cranbrook Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Niles like in Fremont? I had my first place there. Yep, Don's Antique Auto Parts. A old guy owns it, runs around in blue overalls and a stove pipe hat. A bit cranky, but knows his stuff. Niles has two really good car shows a year there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martybose Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 I'm in San Leandro. Right now my engine is apart, waiting for some new valves. Hopefully will be together in a few weeks. I've never taken my car on a trip, since every time I have tried it has found a new trick to play on me, but maybe I should try to venture out of my comfort zone a little ...... Marty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodbob Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 I'm in Burbank.. Say when... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin h P15 Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Out here in Camarillo. Car runs well, but don't trust going too far on the current tires. Did see a really nice P15 club coupe (brown / smoke color) in town last week at the VFW Hall. Not sure if it is local or if owner is on the forum here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Jordan Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 I just went up north (Sacramento to San Francisco back to LA) - at 55 mph it takes a little longer but I'm ready for a meet. Fresno is about 1/2 way. Problem is some of the MoPars I've seen look like they are a little quicker than my poor 218. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodbob Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 (edited) I just went up north (Sacramento to San Francisco back to LA) - at 55 mph it takes a little longer but I'm ready for a meet. Fresno is about 1/2 way. Problem is some of the MoPars I've seen look like they are a little quicker than my poor 218. I ran the Flathead in mine for 12+ years. Drove from Burbank to Pleasenton 3 or 4 times. 65-70mph was no problem. I did have an Isky cam, two carbs and an aluminum head though. Ran 28" tall rear tires. Cruised just great. Edited July 29, 2010 by hotrodbob ms spillin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest P15-D24 Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 I'm a founding member and it is a great group. They aren't a rabid 100% stock only cars crew, more roll with what you got and have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickG Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 another SF Bay Area(ish) guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TodFitch Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 another SF Bay Area(ish) guy Gilroy/Stockton on your location? About the only thing I know of that is half way between those to cities is the junction cafe place where Mines Rd/San Antonio Valley Rd and Del Puerto Canyon Rd meet. You must have good brakes if you come down that back road off of Mt. Hamilton very often. Was in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valley portions of the LA metro area for 20 years but have been in Silicon Valley now for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Baily Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Hi Everybody, I'm in Simi Valley, CA and I've had my 48 Ply for over 25 years. I've driven it to San Francisco, San Diego, Lake Havasau, Santa Maria(POC Nationals) and just about every weekend. I just love to Drive it! With the 53 Plymouth overdrive it will cruise all day long. I think it would be great to have some kind of event/tour for us Old Plymouth owners. Ernie Baily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodie49 Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Hello, I am in Irvine. I have hesitated to take my Woodie on a long trip because I don't know too much about its mechanical history. But I am beginning to feel pretty good about it. I suggest we all wait till the heat breaks, maybe September, and all head up to Hearst Castle and surrounding areas. We spend a lot of time up there and it is always nice. In fact, if we time it right, Cambria (on the coast 8 miles So. of the castle) has a small auto show on Memorial Day (labor Day? I get confused) and we could all enter en mass. Of course, it means travelling on a holiday weekend, something I always try to avoid. But, it would be fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd52cranbrook Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 You must have good brakes if you come down that back road off of Mt. Hamilton very often. I had the fun time of taking my 52 up that road, (the back way) to Lick Observatory. Car made it fine, my other half however was not happy. Too many turns, Too steep looking down No where to turn off. We were in Del Valle Reservoir at the time we left. Told her it was probably a hours drive home going that way. But the Observatory is a fantastic place to visit. The views are hard to match. Lick Observatory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Jordan Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Hi Everybody, I'm in Simi Valley, CA and I've had my 48 Ply for over 25 years. I've driven it to San Francisco, San Diego, Lake Havasau, Santa Maria(POC Nationals) and just about every weekend. I just love to Drive it! With the 53 Plymouth overdrive it will cruise all day long. I think it would be great to have some kind of event/tour for us Old Plymouth owners. Ernie Baily When you say "Old Plymouth owners" do you mean OLD PLYMOUTH owners or OLD plymouth OWNERS - just curious - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Hemingway Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 I'm out here in the middle of the Mojave desert (Barstow). Dennis:D:cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Riding Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 I live in the Fresno area, and although none of my vehicles are drivable right now, I would be interested in getting together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
51bizzcoupe Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 x2 for Simi Valley. 51 plymouth. where is the show at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HughForrest Posted July 31, 2010 Report Share Posted July 31, 2010 I'll come from Santa Cruz if it's within 2-3 hours drive (and I have the day off...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd52cranbrook Posted July 31, 2010 Report Share Posted July 31, 2010 You guys are coming out of the woodwork. One or two more and we can have our own event. If any are around on Wednesdays, In Santa Clara, (El Camino and Scott Blvd) there is a very good get together between 4-7, with raffle or $50 per winner. They raffle off all the money collected. Cars of all years and makes, some very nice ones show up. All drivers. And there is always something going on over the weekends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Jordan Posted July 31, 2010 Report Share Posted July 31, 2010 For those of us who work perhaps a Saturday might be a better day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodbob Posted July 31, 2010 Report Share Posted July 31, 2010 For those of us who work perhaps a Saturday might be a better day. Maybe a the Socal guys meet up first and get together and then the NorCal guys do the same. Then we all find/plan a half way point meet at a l8r date. Call it a Mayflower cruise in or something... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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