toyomatt84

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Well I never knew that this caravan would attract so many people (even when I'm physically unable to make the journey ). I'm glad that so many people can come out and enjoy the festivities, as it's an event that import enthusiasts should experience at least once.

Now, as before, below is the layout for the journey. If you would like to participate/join in, please let me know by posting here. I'll keep a tab of how many people are showing at each checkpoint, so as not to lose anyone.

Here's a fantastic video, edited by one of the guys on the caravan in 2007:

Here's a video of the 2008 meet:

Here's a video of the 2009 meet:

IA '10 will take place on July 17th and 18th, so we will set course the Friday before, aka. July 16th. As we arrive in Nashville we'll part ways to our respective hotels/meeting points, so make sure you are planned ahead of time for the arrival into Nashville. The Nashville Super Speedway is roughly 15 miles South East of downtown Nashville, near Smyrna. So, mark your calenders, tattoo your wrist, and do whatever it takes to make sure you're set to go this time around.

[NOTE: Make sure to look at the times closely. There is a time zone change mid-way through the journey.] (CST = -5 GMT during the Summer)


Import Alliance '10 (Main thread)
Import Alliance '10 (Website)

Previous Caravans!
Import Alliance '09
Import Alliance '08
Import Alliance '07



twitter.com/MidwestCaravan


Entire Journey:
Checkpoint #1: Highway 94 and College Avenue (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
- Arrival Time: 07:00 AM (CST) Friday, July 16th
- Departure Time: 07:30 AM (CST)
We'll be stopping at the WESTERN Park & Ride (opposite side of the highway compared to the Airport).

Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=429289...h&v=2



Checkpoint #2: Highway 65 Rest/Welcome Center (Merrillville, Indiana)
- Arrival Time: 10:30 AM (CST) (11:30 AM EST)
- Departure Time: 11:00 AM (CST) (12:00 PM EST)
We'll be stopping at the Rest/Welcome Center right off of Highway 65, on the WEST side of the Highway.

Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=411668...h&v=2



Checkpoint #3: Chapeze Ln/Welcome Center (Shepherdsville, Kentucky)
- Arrival Time: 03:15 PM (CST) (04:15 PM EST)
- Departure Time: 04:00 PM (CST) (05:00 PM EST)
We'll be stopping at the Rest/Welcome Center right off of Highway 65, on the WEST side of the Highway.

Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=379464...h&v=2



Final Arrive Time at Nashville Super Speedway: 8:00 PM (CST)


PLEASE NOTE: From the experience gained from IA '07, IA '08, and IA '09, I believe it is safe to assume that these times are fairly accurate (even when dealing with heavy construction). I know that not everyone will be able to pit stop at the same mileage, so feel free to drop off when necessary. I set it with 3 checkpoints for a reason. It gives a chance for those with more thirsty engines, a chance to catch breath and keep up. Feel free to throw in ideas that are worth noting, at me. I'm up for suggestion.

//////: MECHANICAL NOTE ://////
MAKE SURE TO PERFORM ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TO YOUR VEHICLE BEFORE SETTING OFF ON THIS JOURNEY!
Accidents can happen, and being many miles from home can make things quite tricky. So best bet is to prepare for the journey as best as possible.

MATURITY NOTE: I know that this can be a long journey, but please try and maintain a more mature driving habit. Wreckless driving is illegal and can ruin the trip for everyone. "Driving it like you stole it" is not a mentality to have on a trip like this. There's plenty of people here who spent intense amounts of time and money on their vehicles to have them ruined by someone trying to gain attention by showing off. Know the difference between "playful" and "idiotic".


Roster:
Checkpoint #1:
1. 03K20A3Si
2. 1994hondaprelude_dude
3. Jorymi
4. TYL3R
5. super china china
6. Turbo_y8
7. jdesign
8. LilMINIgrl
9. superd16girl
10. AlexDphoto
11. Nite_2nr
12.
13.
14.
15.


Checkpoint #2:
1. mooeys racing
2. inkedup
3. chiboy002
4. noremorseracing
5. EGG_y0
6. System Lord
7. Psychoteen101
8. nonpoint986
9. Capt. Jimbo McSubipants
10. ennohohbee
11. recycled air 90
12. {sigur ros}
13. spikey640
14. honda_runner
15. H22Ej1
16. whiter14
17.
18.
19.
20.


Checkpoint #3:
1. 95Sol99civic
2. B16smku
3. Silvertc
4. pornstarcivic
5. markspan6243yahoo.com
6. Boosted_MiniCRX
7. hondaboynky
8. carbon fiber coupe
9. RMXmitch
10. cehcivic15
11. ludeking1007
12. quinton1324
13. 02-type-s
14. carvers
15. 1993eg8_car
16. PNK SLP
17. 3minburnout
18.
19.
20.

toyomatt84

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Thursday Departure Group

Roster:
Checkpoint #1:
1. TeamJDm_d
2. adidas333
3. Domo_Arigato
4. Rtboy10
5. 83 CVCC
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Checkpoint #2:
1. 1996ctr
2. vsmhatched
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Checkpoint #3:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

lilmarcEH3

i'm so ready

95Sol99civic

I'm in for checkpoint #3.... ftmfw!!!!!!!

1996ctr

checkpoint 2 you know ill be there matt

superd16girl

I am going but prolly have to leave Thursday

1996ctr

why are you going early?
hows the coupe doin?

toyomatt84

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Welcome aboard guys.

toyomatt84

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Would that be for Checkpoint 3, then?

TeamJDm_d

Dont worry im doing the same if you wanna traveling buddy a couple of us are leaving early also..
had sooo much fun last year! this time with a new project!!
IA 2010" ftmfw!!

1996ctr

wow a lot of people are going early....me and andy were thinkin about going thursday to hit up mike's bbq but idk if we are yet..

95Sol99civic

I thought of an idea last year after I went down. Poeple can write there h-t names on the top of there windshield or back glass. Just an idea.

Domo_Arigato

could you make a second list for people leaving thursday?

1996ctr

where is everyone....list is looking kinda bare...figured a couple more people would be super excited! lol

phunhaus

It's still 7 months away. I'm sure most people (like myself) don't even know if they can get the days off work yet.

More importantly, I don't know which car to bring!

1996ctr

haha yeah i guess....i turned in my vacation papers yesterday! off the 15th-19th!
i have the same dilemma...part of me really wants to ride my bike

superd16girl

I am going early because I will be doing time attack and want Friday to change oil, tranny fluid, brake fluid, rims/ tires, etc.... If I went Friday I would have no time except for Saturday to do this and with it being super hot I am sure I am going to tire out easily to begin with. I want cruising buddies

1996ctr

haha yeah good idea!
we might cruise down thursday with you just gotta see what's goin on...guess we'll know as it gets closer

toyomatt84

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Added.

adidas333

I will be at checkpoint one this year on thursday!!!

1996ctr

matt you might as well put me on both..i have no clue what day im going..lol

94doorgsr

I'm pretty sure we're leaving on Thusday so we can go to Tail of the Dragon on Friday...who knows...still need to do a few things before I'm even ready to bring the car out period

toyomatt84

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Well, that really puts you far from the Caravan. No real need to add you to the list, unless you're going to meet up with the Caravan later on on Friday.

1996ctr

if i go thursday i will be driving back to checkpoint 3 friday to meet up with everyone and drive the last leg in the caravan back to nashville

mooeys racing

Hell ya cant wait