FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13

troublemaker427 · 11-19-2012, 10:18 AM

On April 27th, 2013 (4/27) we will hold the first annual "FE Race & Reunion" at Beaver Springs Dragway in Beaver Springs, PA. This is an event celebrating the Ford FE Big block. It's a low key, high fun event. Track owner Beaver Bob of Beaver Springs is giving us the track for the entire day. An IHRA 1/4 mile drag strip at our disposal. We will have racing, TNT and a car show/cruise. There will be 2 FE race classes. Hot FE 12.99 - under and Cool FE 13.00 and up, bracket style. Beaver Bob is supplying trophies to both classes. Racing fee will be $40. When not racing we'll be testing and tuning so if you don't want to competitively race you can just have fun and make passes at your own pace all day long. All FE powered show cars are admitted free and eligible for an award by Beaver Bob. All spectators are free as well. I am trying to set up some good match races from some top FE racers. What else could you ask for? A drag strip with only FE powered cars. Beaver Bob has told me, he's not worried about the numbers but I think it would be in our best interest to support a track that is willing to do this for us. For everyone involved we hope it pans out to be an annual affair. So if you ever wanted to see what your FE can do in the quarter mile head out to Beaver Springs Dragway for the "FE Race & Reunion" on April 27, 2013 10AM-4PM.

We have everything covered for a successful show but it would make it nicer if we had some door prizes or prizes for the class winners. Parts, apparel, books, etc... all would be great. So if you are a shop owner or FE vendor and want to get some recognition (i.e. advertising time) won't you consider sponsoring some items or donating them?

The event flyer is at http://www.fairlanet.com/fe mark your calendars as we hope to see many of you FE aficionado's head North to Beaver Springs Dragway. We're 5 months away and will keep you all posted and reminders will be often. You may see posts on other sites as well and don't forget to tell your FE friends.

I hope I covered it all. If you have any questions you can email Doug or me (see flyer).

The Ford Big block FE engine was produced from 1958 until 1976. Sizes in cubic inch include 332, 352, 360, 390, 406, 410 427 & 428. If you’ve got one in a running vehicle bring it out to Beaver Springs Dragway on April 27, 2013.

Go to www.beaversprings.com and click on the schedule link. For those looking for something to do on Sunday, Beaver has their weekly Summit ET series racing.

We also have a Facebook group established to keep up with information about the event. To join click here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/422744294447955/

troublemaker427 · 11-20-2012, 08:47 AM

Just to let you all know, Spring Carlisle is also this weekend. Beaver Springs is not that far from Carlisle (a little over an hour away). All of you guys from out of town can come in for Spring Carlisle Thursday and Friday which actually are the two best days then Beaver Springs on Saturday. Then you have all day Sunday for your trip home!! Make a FE weekend out of it!!

troublemaker427 · 11-27-2012, 11:16 AM

http://www.fairlanet.com/FE

Check out our new website. The response to this event has been amazing!!

Hemi Moose · 12-10-2012, 04:25 PM

It sounds like it will be fun time next spring...

troublemaker427 · 12-11-2012, 08:31 AM

As a result of a meeting at the recent PRI show, Survival Motorsports has stepped up to be our major event sponsor. Barry Rabotnick, owner of Survival Motorsports, www.survivalmotorsports.com is very happy to be part of this event.

Having Barry on board means there will now be cash purses for our racing classes. Check our website, http://www.fairlanet.com/FE and our FB page http://www.facebook.com/groups/422744294447955/ for future updates.

Beaver Springs Dragway and it's owner "Beaver Bob" McCardle have rolled out the red carpet for the event. If you have a FE powered vehicle of any type this will be the place to be on 4-27-13.

troublemaker427 · 12-28-2012, 10:00 PM

We just picked up a few more sponsors for this event. The increased purse will be announced very soon. Spread the word!!

fairlaniac · 01-08-2013, 10:40 PM

Should be an awesome event!

troublemaker427 · 01-13-2013, 11:53 AM

Hey guys some of you may know Doug Bender and I are working with Beaver Springs Dragway on putting together the FE Race & Reunion on 4-27-13. This event is open to all FE powered vehicles. Track owner "Beaver Bob" McCardle has offered an extra $50 in appearance money to those Nostalgia Super Stock cars that attend both the FE Race and Reunion and York US30 Nostalgia Nationals held on 7-14-13. The appearance money will be paid at the July race. That's $50 bucks just for racing at two of the coolest events around with your FE powered NSS car. Check out the linked website or our FB page for more information. If you have any questions let me know.

We are still looking for more sponsors for this event. 100% of ALL sponsorship dollars goes to the racers purse. Beaver Springs Dragway is not taking a dime.

A $100 sponsorship gets you an event t-shirt, fed for the day (great food!!) and the ability to post a banner at the track if you have one. You will also be recognized over the PA for your sponsorship during the event. You do not need to be a business to sponsor.

Thanks

http://www.fairlanet.com/FE/

troublemaker427 · 04-09-2013, 01:56 PM

18 days until the event. Hope to see some of you there.

troublemaker427 · 04-15-2013, 10:58 AM

Hey folks, first I want to thank you all for showing interest and support for the FE Race & Reunion to be held at Beaver Springs Dragway on April 27 (4/27). An important change has come up. Beaver Springs has been put into a position where they will need to charge a spectator admission fee of $10. None of us are happy with this sudden change but due to circumstances it appears necessary and I’ll explain so you have the whole story. It’s pretty simple. What we thought was going to be a few FE guys bringing out their cars on a test and tune day, grill some hot dogs, bench race and make some passes has turned into a full blown event. The interest and sponsor support have pushed this into a major event at Beaver. Beaver Bob tells it like this. His insurance company has deemed the event a race and not a Tnt, triple the insurance premium and VHT price and initial amount figured for the event has doubled. So to offset Beaver Springs expenses it has become clear that we need to let Beaver Springs charge a $10 spectator fee. We hope you all understand. To keep this event going for years to come we need to help the facility, Beaver Springs with this issue. Beaver Bob has helped take the show to a higher level so we need to respond and do our part to keep the show going successfully for now and for years to come.
Put your car on the track is still $40 (all crew in your tow vehicle are free)
Car show participants are free, so bring out your FE. Drive one and get in free, includes your passengers.
Spectators age 16-up - $10, (age 15 – under free)
Participants (with any FE race or show) receive a “Participant” decal, first 200 spectators receive a special event decal.
Pass the word – see you at the Beaver on 4/27
We apologize for the late changes.

11-19-2012, 10:18 AM	#1
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 On April 27th, 2013 (4/27) we will hold the first annual "FE Race & Reunion" at Beaver Springs Dragway in Beaver Springs, PA. This is an event celebrating the Ford FE Big block. It's a low key, high fun event. Track owner Beaver Bob of Beaver Springs is giving us the track for the entire day. An IHRA 1/4 mile drag strip at our disposal. We will have racing, TNT and a car show/cruise. There will be 2 FE race classes. Hot FE 12.99 - under and Cool FE 13.00 and up, bracket style. Beaver Bob is supplying trophies to both classes. Racing fee will be $40. When not racing we'll be testing and tuning so if you don't want to competitively race you can just have fun and make passes at your own pace all day long. All FE powered show cars are admitted free and eligible for an award by Beaver Bob. All spectators are free as well. I am trying to set up some good match races from some top FE racers. What else could you ask for? A drag strip with only FE powered cars. Beaver Bob has told me, he's not worried about the numbers but I think it would be in our best interest to support a track that is willing to do this for us. For everyone involved we hope it pans out to be an annual affair. So if you ever wanted to see what your FE can do in the quarter mile head out to Beaver Springs Dragway for the "FE Race & Reunion" on April 27, 2013 10AM-4PM. We have everything covered for a successful show but it would make it nicer if we had some door prizes or prizes for the class winners. Parts, apparel, books, etc... all would be great. So if you are a shop owner or FE vendor and want to get some recognition (i.e. advertising time) won't you consider sponsoring some items or donating them? The event flyer is at http://www.fairlanet.com/fe mark your calendars as we hope to see many of you FE aficionado's head North to Beaver Springs Dragway. We're 5 months away and will keep you all posted and reminders will be often. You may see posts on other sites as well and don't forget to tell your FE friends. I hope I covered it all. If you have any questions you can email Doug or me (see flyer). The Ford Big block FE engine was produced from 1958 until 1976. Sizes in cubic inch include 332, 352, 360, 390, 406, 410 427 & 428. If you’ve got one in a running vehicle bring it out to Beaver Springs Dragway on April 27, 2013. Go to www.beaversprings.com and click on the schedule link. For those looking for something to do on Sunday, Beaver has their weekly Summit ET series racing. We also have a Facebook group established to keep up with information about the event. To join click here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/422744294447955/ __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

11-20-2012, 08:47 AM	#2
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 Just to let you all know, Spring Carlisle is also this weekend. Beaver Springs is not that far from Carlisle (a little over an hour away). All of you guys from out of town can come in for Spring Carlisle Thursday and Friday which actually are the two best days then Beaver Springs on Saturday. Then you have all day Sunday for your trip home!! Make a FE weekend out of it!! __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

11-27-2012, 11:16 AM	#3
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 http://www.fairlanet.com/FE Check out our new website. The response to this event has been amazing!! __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

12-10-2012, 04:25 PM	#4
Hemi Moose VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 2,824 Likes: 0 Liked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 It sounds like it will be fun time next spring...

12-11-2012, 08:31 AM	#5
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 As a result of a meeting at the recent PRI show, Survival Motorsports has stepped up to be our major event sponsor. Barry Rabotnick, owner of Survival Motorsports, www.survivalmotorsports.com is very happy to be part of this event. Having Barry on board means there will now be cash purses for our racing classes. Check our website, http://www.fairlanet.com/FE and our FB page http://www.facebook.com/groups/422744294447955/ for future updates. Beaver Springs Dragway and it's owner "Beaver Bob" McCardle have rolled out the red carpet for the event. If you have a FE powered vehicle of any type this will be the place to be on 4-27-13. __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

12-28-2012, 10:00 PM	#6
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 We just picked up a few more sponsors for this event. The increased purse will be announced very soon. Spread the word!! __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

01-08-2013, 10:40 PM	#7
fairlaniac Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 4 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 Should be an awesome event! __________________ Doug Bender, 1966 Ford Fairlane 427 (not original)

01-13-2013, 11:53 AM	#8
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 Hey guys some of you may know Doug Bender and I are working with Beaver Springs Dragway on putting together the FE Race & Reunion on 4-27-13. This event is open to all FE powered vehicles. Track owner "Beaver Bob" McCardle has offered an extra $50 in appearance money to those Nostalgia Super Stock cars that attend both the FE Race and Reunion and York US30 Nostalgia Nationals held on 7-14-13. The appearance money will be paid at the July race. That's $50 bucks just for racing at two of the coolest events around with your FE powered NSS car. Check out the linked website or our FB page for more information. If you have any questions let me know. We are still looking for more sponsors for this event. 100% of ALL sponsorship dollars goes to the racers purse. Beaver Springs Dragway is not taking a dime. A $100 sponsorship gets you an event t-shirt, fed for the day (great food!!) and the ability to post a banner at the track if you have one. You will also be recognized over the PA for your sponsorship during the event. You do not need to be a business to sponsor. Thanks http://www.fairlanet.com/FE/ __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

04-09-2013, 01:56 PM	#9
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 18 days until the event. Hope to see some of you there. __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427

04-15-2013, 10:58 AM	#10
troublemaker427 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampstead, MD. Posts: 422 Likes: 282 Liked 64 Times in 23 Posts	Re: FE Race and Reunion 4-27-13 Hey folks, first I want to thank you all for showing interest and support for the FE Race & Reunion to be held at Beaver Springs Dragway on April 27 (4/27). An important change has come up. Beaver Springs has been put into a position where they will need to charge a spectator admission fee of $10. None of us are happy with this sudden change but due to circumstances it appears necessary and I’ll explain so you have the whole story. It’s pretty simple. What we thought was going to be a few FE guys bringing out their cars on a test and tune day, grill some hot dogs, bench race and make some passes has turned into a full blown event. The interest and sponsor support have pushed this into a major event at Beaver. Beaver Bob tells it like this. His insurance company has deemed the event a race and not a Tnt, triple the insurance premium and VHT price and initial amount figured for the event has doubled. So to offset Beaver Springs expenses it has become clear that we need to let Beaver Springs charge a $10 spectator fee. We hope you all understand. To keep this event going for years to come we need to help the facility, Beaver Springs with this issue. Beaver Bob has helped take the show to a higher level so we need to respond and do our part to keep the show going successfully for now and for years to come. Put your car on the track is still $40 (all crew in your tow vehicle are free) Car show participants are free, so bring out your FE. Drive one and get in free, includes your passengers. Spectators age 16-up - $10, (age 15 – under free) Participants (with any FE race or show) receive a “Participant” decal, first 200 spectators receive a special event decal. Pass the word – see you at the Beaver on 4/27 We apologize for the late changes. __________________ Jody Aberts Troublemaker2 1966 Fairlane 427