Pocono Wrench Session & BBQ in Icarus-54's Honor - Sat June 6th, 10am-??

MikeRenz

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OK NASTE peeps... Time to show some love for our lost one.

Just in case you missed the sad news:
http://www.syty.net/forums/showthread.php?t=102444

Our beloved Jack "Icarus-54" passed away after a long battle with mesothelioma.
Jack always loved to host a BBQ at his house around this time of year, and we all hoped we could have one last meet. Unfortunately he has passed on, so BlackTy Jim and I have had some discussion about having a wrench session and BBQ at Jim's house.

Jack has a few syty's in his stable that were in all sorts of different form modification wise...but he wasn't one to leave project undone or half assed, ever. He had purchased a brake from me but had not gotten around to installing it. He had also been toying w/ his coilovers to find the most comfortable position for him to ride in. Both for his white/white typhoon. Anyway, Jim is bringing the Typhoon to his house and we thought it would be great as a group to do the last mods to his truck, do a complete detail inside and out....and then have Karen, his wife, come pick up the truck and be presented it by us as a group. She knows that Jim is doing the brake job, and asked him to lower the coilovers a couple clicks...but doesn't know that we're planning to do it as a group and then have a BBQ in Jacks honor with her when she arrives. Sy10 Zack (Jacks son) will be helping wrench and detail so he's aware of the plan, and will keep it a secret from his mom so that we can surprise her.

The first date that seems to work for both Jim and I is Saturday June 6th. Hopefully we can get a great turnout to show some love and respect to Jacks family and truck.

I'm also holding a small fundraiser via sticker sales that Jim and I designed last weekend:

http://renzfab.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10&products_id=19

I'm keeping not a single cent so consider it a donation with a chance to get a sticker for your truck or toolbox. We'll use the money to give some sort of gift to Zack and Karen. Not sure what just yet, so if you have ideas post them up.

If you'd like to donate and don't want a sticker...feel free to paypal me directly: mike@michaelrenz.com as a gift and just put a comment that it's for Jack.

Please chime in with whether you can attend or not so we can keep a tally to have an idea for food and what not. Also, we need side dishes / desserts / beverages. So bring your favorites. Protein will be supplied.

BBQ Location:
9741 N Delaware Dr.
Bangor, 18013

Attending:
1. BlackTy (Host)
2. Sy10
3. MikeRenz
4. SY-1193
5. NJ93TY
6. Sy-1177 (maybe)
7. GarySy (maybe)
8. VinnieTy
9. Raist103 (maybe)
10. Cronic Fatigue
11. Captain Morgan (maybe)
12. TittyTy
 
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SY-1193

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Jack was a good friend. I am in.
 

NJ93TY

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I'm in for that date also.
 

Sy-1177

Turbo Inside
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This is really cool of you guys! Jack was a good man! Do you have an address or zip code at least so I can get an idea of how far it is? Not sure if I'll make the trip but if its within reason i'd like to come.
 

MikeRenz

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This is really cool of you guys! Jack was a good man! Do you have an address or zip code at least so I can get an idea of how far it is? Not sure if I'll make the trip but if its within reason i'd like to come.

18013 Bangor, PA

I'm about 2.5 hrs from Bangor, and it's a straight shot across I-80. You could just come to my place and ride with me...or drive me in your truck since mine more than likely won't be driveable still.
 

gary sy

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Very cool guys,we are not sure if we can make it but at our meet this weekend we would like to do a 50/50 drawing and we will get you all cash! Hope you can make it here.:tup::tup:
 

MikeRenz

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Very cool guys,we are not sure if we can make it but at our meet this weekend we would like to do a 50/50 drawing and we will get you all cash! Hope you can make it here.:tup::tup:

sounds great! I'm still hoping to make it, just not 100% sure. If i come it'll likely just be for saturday. Are weiner dogs allowed on the premises? :lol:
 

TyMom1754

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sounds great! I'm still hoping to make it, just not 100% sure. If i come it'll likely just be for saturday. Are weiner dogs allowed on the premises? :lol:

Sure we are very dog friendly. We have 3dogs ourselfs. Bring your dog
 

vinnieTy

TY # 1889
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OUTSTANDING Idea!! Count me in.
 

Raist103

Engine Killer, iPhone Killer, Lawnmower Killer
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I'll try and make it but Tara is due to have our baby girl on the 5th.
 

Baythan

SY2TY2SY2TY
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Damn, I'm booked that weekend (for now)...but will definitely purchase a decal and put it on my garage wall.
 

Cronic fatigue

toe cutter
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I am absolutely in, and bought stickers earlier today!!!
 

Rhythmman

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Can't make the date but I ordered two stickers to help the cause.
 

blackty

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Ordered 4 stickers this morning. I'll provide burgers, hot dogs and some beverages. If someone could bring chips and/or side dishes that would be cool. You are welcome to bring your own beverages as well. Just be careful driving home...Jim
 

Sportmachines

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We will be there.
 

blackty

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Should probably post my address:
9741 N Delaware Dr.
Bangor, 18013
If you pass my house, turn onto Pleasantview and loop back to 611. Pleasantview is a horseshoe behind my house, if that makes sense...Jim
 

MikeRenz

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Just a quick update....so far i've sold 22 stickers for $110, and have received $150 in straight donations for $260 total contribution towards a gift for the family! :tup:

This is great, we'll be able to do something nice for sure...keep it coming!
 

blackty

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Still on. After a short hiatus the thread is back. A little update...fronts are apart, new ball joints are in and awaiting modded, powder coated spindles to arrive day of bbq. Backs are apart, axles are out. Waiting for Zac to get the correct axle seals and longer bolts to mount the backing plates/e-brake brackets. Jack would be proud, Zac is jumping in with both feet. He'll watch me do one side and dive in and tackle the other. And he removed the 5/16" bolt that broke a wrench and split a socket. I'm really enjoying this project, except the dragging-it-out part. See everyone in a couple of weeks. We'll shoot for 10am, you can come earlier, but the spindles have a 2-1/2 hr. ride...Jim
 

Sy10

Still shifting...
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Re: Pocono Wrench Session & BBQ in Icarus-54's Honor

Still on. After a short hiatus the thread is back. A little update...fronts are apart, new ball joints are in and awaiting modded, powder coated spindles to arrive day of bbq. Backs are apart, axles are out. Waiting for Zac to get the correct axle seals and longer bolts to mount the backing plates/e-brake brackets. Jack would be proud, Zac is jumping in with both feet. He'll watch me do one side and dive in and tackle the other. And he removed the 5/16" bolt that broke a wrench and split a socket. I'm really enjoying this project, except the dragging-it-out part. See everyone in a couple of weeks. We'll shoot for 10am, you can come earlier, but the spindles have a 2-1/2 hr. ride...Jim

Hahah, thanks, Jim... trying my damndest.

Just a quick update: BBQ is one week from today, and the rear is near completion, just the brake lines and e-brake cable to mess with yet. Making good progress. Just looking forward to Saturday so we can throw the front end together. Will most likely be bringing my mom over with my dad's Syclone. Thanks alot for all the support, guys, and we look forward to seeing you guys next week.
 

NJ93TY

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Unless I missed it I did not see a time posted.
 
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