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PostPosted: Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:51 am    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Does anyone know if the motel is pet friendly? We always travel with our Bernese Mountain Dog "Princess Elsa." Don't trust kennels
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PostPosted: Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:53 am    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

herewego wrote:
Mailed off my registration form yesterday -- planning to tow from Milwaukee since my wife and daughter will probably come.

I have a tow bar, chains, lights, etc. and I'm comfortable towing in general. Question -- would there be any advantage to towing with a (rental) tow dolly rather than flat towing, in terms of safety, wear and tear on the Thing, or other factors?

Looking forward to the event. Thanks to all involved in organizing it.


I had mulled this when I did all my tow-baring, actually thought to purchase a tow dolly myself.

Safety: probably not much difference other than the connections to the tow vehicle and the THING.
Sitting on a dolly vs pinned to a tow bar.
Both would attach to a tow hitch.

Wear and tear:
A + for the tow dolly, you could tow the THING backwards
and remove the issue of it slipping in gear and destroying the motor.
(could cause your odo to run backwards so unhook that).
*You'd only be turning 2 wheels on the THING vs all 4.

(neg) the cost of rental of the tow dolly or buying one outright.
if it breaks down, hub fails, flat tire, it's a rental, do they bring you a replacement?

Actually I was leaning on a aluminum lightweight trailer either open or enclosed if I was really going to TOW a lot.

Dolly or flat tow the THING can be exposed to rock chips, rain, etc so you'd have to wrap it, tape it.
(I would def suggest doing this to all the front flat surfaces, hood, windshield and front part of the rear fenders for rock chips).

Either that or just Drive the THING!
I was going to drive it this year but Work has intervened into my vacation time, one of the bum's I worked with quit last week and i'm "IT".

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PostPosted: Wed Jun 15, 2016 7:06 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Last call for Kubel Treffen East T-shirts.
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The deadline, June 17 is just a couple of days away.
I know that a couple of order forms are "in the mail", but if you have not mailed in your form and intend to attend, please mail it in ASAP.

I don't plan on ordering very many extra shirts, so to avoid disappointment, please get 'em in.

Thanks again to everyone who has pre-registered.
Hope to see y'all soon, Mondshine
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 17, 2016 8:08 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Hi all. Driving the Thing in from Wichita, KS. I'm super stoked!
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PostPosted: Tue Jun 21, 2016 1:52 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Wisconsin, Ohio, Illinois, Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, Delaware, Michigan, Indiana, North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Arkansas and Maryland.

Do these states have something in common?

Yes they do!
Things from these states have pre-registered for Kubel Treffen East 2016! That is...their owners have.
So let's keep it going!
Although the pre-registration deadline has passed, there is still time to fill out those forms and mail them to me.
So "Off and On!"
Even if you're a procrastinator from the volunteer state Wink

Hope for good weather, and I will see y'all in about a month.
Many thanks, Mondshine
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 23, 2016 6:44 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

This looks like fun, I wish we had one in California/Oregon/Nevada.
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 23, 2016 7:34 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Oldthingguy-
You wouldn't be the first Californian to attend Kubel Treffen East.

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And...you would be very welcome!
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 02, 2016 12:32 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Have a safe July 4 holiday everybody !

Need to see y'all in Tipp City in 20 days Very Happy

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PostPosted: Sat Jul 09, 2016 2:50 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote


I plan on Leaving Fairmont, WV on Friday 7/22/16 around 8:00 AM and driving via US 50 to Athens Ohio, then US 33 to Columbus, and I 70 to Dayton. 295 miles, around six hours with stops. Hope to arrive 2 PM to 3 PM. I have not registered yet but will do so on arrival. Yes we have motel reservations.
Anyone wanting to convoy call me, 304-657-9740 [email protected]

Eat your heart out, THE AC IN OUR ACAPULCO WORKS GREAT, the trip will be noisy but cool.
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PostPosted: Sat Jul 09, 2016 3:55 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

What is cool is that you are able to make it.

Have a safe trip; see you in Tipp!
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 12, 2016 1:48 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Picked up the T-Shirts this afternoon.
They look great !

I guess that artist wasn't overpaid after all Shocked

I have just a couple of extras, so catch me early at the show if you want one.

Hope for good weather everybody, and have a safe trip to Tipp City!

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PostPosted: Sun Jul 17, 2016 4:25 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

I'm packing up my truck on Wednesday
Leaving Thursday morning
If you need something specific please contact me no later than Tuesday night
Not bringing anything too big
Lots of small parts
Some accessories
Hard to find used parts and
New repair parts
Thanks!
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 19, 2016 7:26 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

I am excited about this event this will be my first. I don't trust my car to drive it there, so I am towing it in. Leaving West MI noonish on Fri. looking forward to meeting everyone..

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PostPosted: Tue Jul 19, 2016 7:32 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

We are leaving Louisville KY about 9:00 AM with 3 cars in tow.
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PostPosted: Wed Jul 20, 2016 2:59 am    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

My daughter and I are going to come over and visit Saturday for a while. Can't wait to see all of the things together, again.
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 21, 2016 9:01 am    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Hey Folks,

I hope you all have a good safe trip, and a Great show!

Unfortunatly, I'm not going to make it this year due to work stuff.

PLEASE post some photos for us bum's that can't make it! Very Happy

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PostPosted: Thu Jul 21, 2016 3:52 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

Booooo DoubleC....... Boooo......

Work stuff sucks! (Says the currently disabled and recently unemployed guy!! Laughing Laughing )
Sorry you're otherwise occupied, we'll be sure to make some good pics!

On a brighter note, I towed Our Thing to the speed shop today to get the timing and carbs fine tuned..... I had it close, but it needed a pros ear !

She towed well, no issues on that end. The Fam is getting amped up for the trip and we'll be heading north between 09-1000 tomorrow!

Y'all drive safe, watch out for the crazies!!(that aren't in Things!)
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 21, 2016 9:12 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

My chances of making the trip to Tipp has dropped to 0%. Crying or Very sad
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 22, 2016 5:05 am    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

I'm planning on driving over on Saturday from Grove City, OH for the "car show" portion of the event if someone can please let me know what the time frame will be for the show since the time is really not specifically listed on the flyer.

I could probably make it over in my '74 but since I'm thinking that it would only be about a 90 minute drive if I stay off of I-70 but I just don't trust it for a road trip quite yet.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 22, 2016 5:39 pm    Post subject: Re: Kubel Treffen East 2016 Reply with quote

wbailey2112 :

Not sure if this year, but last year I got there around 10:30 am and all the cars were there.
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