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[Nino and Ruth's BBQ & Scenic DriveSaturday ~ September 24, 2016]

Nino and Ruth's BBQ & Scenic Drive
Saturday ~ September 24, 2016

Put this date on your calendars if you want to join the Viper folks for a real good BBQ!  Nino & Ruth really know how to cook up a storm, and no one will leave hungry.

Since we going to a BBQ that has been painstakingly prepared by Nino & Ruth we are going to follow his orders of "no eating on the way up!".

Please plan to arrive there by 1PM for the good food & drink!  Their address is 35234 QUARTZ ST., YUCAIPA, 92399 Directions to Nino's:  Take the 10 Freeway (east or west) to the Yucaipa Blvd off ramp.  If traveling eastbound, turn left onto Yucaipa Blvd.  If westbound, turn right onto Yucaipa Blvd.  Go 2.9 miles, turn left onto Oak Glen (there is an El Pollo Loco and Bank of America on your left).  Go 2.6 mi. then turn left onto Bryant St.  Go 1.2 mi. & turn right onto Juniper Ave.  Go 0.6 mi & turn right onto Azurite St.  Turn right onto Quartz St. and they are at the end on the left.


Google Map to Nino's: 
https://www.google.com/maps/place/35234+Quartz+St,+Yucaipa,+CA+92399/@34.075744,-117.0368867,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x80db53d50f9b884b:0x64f69c9e54ff38e9!8m2!3d34.075744!4d-117.034698

Please RSVP on the Club's Forum or to [email protected]

Anyone coming from the South who wants to go for a morning cruise  Richard P. will be at the Shell Station  at the Temescal Offramp East side 15 fwy. at 10:30 am
https://www.google.com/maps/search/shell+station+Temescal+off+ramp/@33.7798826,-117.4909694,17z

See you there,  Glenn and Steph.

Attending:

Nino and Ruth
Richard
Glenn and Steph
Scott and Pam
Matthew and Amy
Keith and Rita
Ron C. and 2 guests
Dan R.
Mike and Missy
Jim and Christine
Dave and Lisa
Luke
Rick

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIqbm0Dzzv0        Feels pretty good! 8)

[Duke's Brunch & Club Photo ShootSunday August 21, 2016]

Duke's Brunch & Club Photo Shoot
Sunday August 21, 2016

Duke's Huntington Beach
317 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
http://www.dukeshuntington.com

It's that time of year again... our annual Duke's Brunch in Huntington Beach!  This year we plan to take our Club Photo Shoot in the parking lot beforehand.  Please plan to arrive by 9:00 a.m. so we can get parked and set up.  The cost for self parking in the Valet parking area will be $8.00 per car, which includes gratuity.  The group photo will be taken at 9:30 a.m.

Attending:

Glenn and Steph
Gary and Melissa
Jason and Jennifer
Ben + 3
Mike and Diann
Scott and Pat
Lance, Lori, Halie and 3 guests
Ron C. and Guest
Rolf and June
Yoko, Mike and Akemi
Eddie, Gladys and Max
Randy and Diane
Ron and Mary
Richard and Charlene
Eddie and Michelle
Philippe and Gail
Dan and Mayo
Demoe and Laura
Cary H. + Guest
Al M. and Guest
Derek and Guest
Angel and Azi
John and Bridgit
Tony and Sherry + 4
Peter and Pheap
Jim and Christine
Larry G.
Rick and Kristal

Hi All

If you're like me, you go straight to the forums page on our SoCal site.  This means you may miss the events calendar for the year.  We have a list of all upcoming events for 2016. Some are still in the planning stages and some dates are tentative, but this should give you an idea how the year will be shaping up.

Calendar link for 2016:  http://socalviper.com/events/


I will post links to the forum thread for each event as they become available. 8)

[Richard's Run and LunchSaturday ~ March 26, 2016 ~ San Diego County]

Richard's Run and Lunch
Saturday ~ March 26, 2016 ~ San Diego County

If there is inclement weather we will postpone the event to Saturday April 2, 2016

Richard has once again organized a great run starting in Fallbrook then cruising over the Palomar mountains to the town of Julian for lunch.

Meet at 10am at the Park and Ride across HWY 76 from the Mobil Station off Hwy 15 at the 76 offramp, 4730 CA 76 Fallbrook, CA. 92028.  We will depart at 10:30am.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/4730+CA-76,+Fallbrook,+CA+92028/@33.3287723,-117.1646556,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x80db878ffa7b3b31:0xf90d3d6dbba187b1!6m1!1e1

We will have lunch at The Julian Grill http://juliangrille.com/The_Julian_Grille/Welcome.html

[Track Weekend with West Coast RacingOctober 1-2, 2016Willow Springs Raceway]

Track Weekend with West Coast Racing
October 1-2, 2016
Willow Springs Raceway

All are welcome to attend even if you just want to come out to watch and Cheer on our Track Guys
Entrance is $10 per person at the Gate

http://www.willowspringsraceway.com

[Track Weekend with West Coast RacingMarch 5-6, 2016Willow Springs Raceway]

Track Weekend with West Coast Racing
March 5-6, 2016
Willow Springs Raceway

Save the Date

[THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED]

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

SoCal Viper Members Autocross and Drift Clinic
Saturday October 15, 2016
Auto Club Speedway Lot #6

https://vimeo.com/147203759

This year we're returning to Auto Club Speedway in Fontana for our annual Autocross and Drift Clinic. This has always been a very popular event for new and long time members.  The Speedway's huge Parking Lot 6 is an ideal place to take your Viper out and push it to the limit, gaining a full understanding of what happens when you cross the threshold of tire traction while learning to control it.

Thank you to our member Randy Tribolet for setting us up again this year with Naoki Kobayashi, team manager of Megan Racing. They are bringing 3 instructors to teach us the basics of car control through lessons in Drifting. Randy told us "I know some folks are a little reluctant to burn up their street tires. For $50 you can take out Naoki's drift car and smoke 'em all you want. They bring a truck load of tires and expect to go through some. They will try to bring two cars this year. Their cars are set up for drifting and a bit easier to control in a drift.  It's a great way to get a feel for it.  Last year, many of us rented the car first and then took our Vipers out afterward. I think that's the best way to do it."

Whether your goal is to learn how to full on drift your Viper or simply get the "feel" of having the back end slide out and what to do to catch it, this is the ideal opportunity to come out and learn.

DATE:
Saturday October 15, 2016

LOCATION:
Auto Club Speedway - Parking Lot 6
9300 Cherry Avenue
Fontana, CA 92335

TIME:
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

COST:
$100.00 per car includes one driver and lunch.
$35.00 for each additional driver or guest, includes Lunch.
Drifting School: $50.00 per driver.



Since this is a VOA Member's Only event, if you haven't renewed your 2016/2017 club membership now is the time to do it.  Keep in mind our Holiday Party is also a member's only event.  Remember, half of your membership dues come back to our local region to help support events like these!  https://driveviper.com/join/

A huge Thank You to Dan Cragin of Specialty Performance Team for sponsoring part of this event.  Dan will be on site for any mechanical problems or future diagnostics on your Viper.
http://specialtyperformanceteam.com/shop/pc/home.asp

* SPACE IS LIMITED TO 50 VIPERS *

Insurance regulations require all drivers & passengers wear helmets.

[Save the Date! Sunday, Dec. 6thThe World's Largest Car Show Toy Drive!" Friends, it is that time of year...time for the Motor4Toys Charity Car Show and Toy Drive! This year our goal is to collect over 60,000 toys from now until the end of December! Let's do this!As you know Motor4Toys operates at 100% charity and all efforts are donated. There are no salaries, it is truly all about helping the kids! How can you help? Attend the car show on Sunday, Dec. 6th and bring a new and unwrapped toy! If you cannot make it and still wish to support you can visit our Gofundme page by clicking this link and making an online donation:Click here: DONATE TODAY! https://www.gofundme.com/5y5ruxwwPlease see the sponsor list on the bottom of the flier for the full list! Presenting Sponsors include: The Auto Gallery, Fiat North America and Coastline MotorsportWe need auction and raffle items: If you can donate any product or service to the raffle, we would greatly appreciate it! As we are a recognized 501 (c)(3), donations are deductible.Please register for the car show here:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER http://www.motor4toys.com/register.cfmThank you for your years of support,"Dustin TroyanFounder- Motor4Toyswww.motor4toys.com[email protected]]

Save the Date! 
Sunday, Dec. 6th
The World's Largest Car Show Toy Drive!

" Friends, it is that time of year...time for the Motor4Toys Charity Car Show and Toy Drive!    This year our goal is to collect over 60,000 toys from now until the end of  December! 
Let's do this!

As you know Motor4Toys operates at 100% charity and all efforts are donated.  There are no salaries, it is truly all about helping the kids! 

How can you help?  Attend the car show on Sunday, Dec. 6th and bring a new and unwrapped toy!  If you cannot make it and still wish to support you can visit our Gofundme page by clicking this link and making an online donation:
Click here:
DONATE TODAY! https://www.gofundme.com/5y5ruxww

Please see the sponsor list on the bottom of the flier for the full list! Presenting Sponsors include: 
The Auto Gallery, Fiat North America and Coastline Motorsport

We need auction and raffle items:  If you can donate any product or service to the raffle, we would greatly appreciate it! As we are a recognized 501 (c)(3), donations are deductible.

Please register for the car show here:
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER http://www.motor4toys.com/register.cfm

Thank you for your years of support,"

Dustin Troyan
Founder- Motor4Toys
www.motor4toys.com
[email protected]

My curiosity arose when I had not received any replies.  Ray was a great member.  We will miss you.



"Raymond J Bucci M.D., 81 passed away peacefully on January 31, 2015.

Raymond was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 12, 1933 to his parents Rames and Isabella Bucci.

Raymond attended St. Joseph's Preparatory High School in Philadelphia and from there gained the discipline and knowledge to pursue his love of medicine. Raymond attended the University of Pennsylvania and attended Medical School in Kansas City. Always a lover of warm weather and the amazing car environment of Southern California, Raymond relocated his family and began his career here. Raymond worked as a General Surgeon throughout the Los Angeles area, eventually settling in Simi Valley in the 1970's. He was one of the original founders of Simi Valley Doctors Hospital, where he introduced the laparoscope for surgery in this area. This revolutionized surgical procedures and enabled patients to have a less invasive surgical procedure, resulting in a decreased healing time and an improved patient experience.

Raymond's passions were many: cars, planes, boats, motorcycles, skiing, but most of all his family. Raymond always strove to bring out the best in his family, always unwavering with his support and unconditional love and acceptance of all, always been fair and just.



Our hearts are so heavy and we miss you so much. May God always watch and keep you. We love you."

-

The last two years have flown by and, once again, it's time to address the future of our club's leadership.  Per club bylaws, officer terms run January 1st through December 31st for a period of two (2) years.

Your current officers have worked hard to keep our club strong.  Currently we have 114 paid members, the 2nd largest region in the nation!  This positive momentum has motivated some of them to volunteer for another term. 

The following individuals respectfully request to remain as officers of the Southern California Viper Club for the next two years.  The experience they have gained during this term will certainly enable a smooth and efficient transition into the next term.

- Glenn Izard, President
- Michael Hu, Treasurer
- Stephanie Izard, Secretary

This leaves the position of Vice President open. 

We have many capable and qualified members who could easily step up and help with the administration of our club.  If anyone is interested in volunteering or recommending someone who would accept the nomination for any of these positions, please email [email protected] or reply to this thread no later than October 31, 2015.  Candidates must be current paid members of the VOA.

Voting will be conducted via email ballot, sent to current paid members only, in November.  Your 2016-2017 officers will be announced in December.
   
Thank you to everyone in advance for participating and for maintaining professionalism throughout this process.
Nominations are now open.

[If anyone is interested here you go.The annual Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival ("The Race at the Base") is celebrating its 18th year. Join thousands of race enthusiasts and fans in this premier motorsports event saluting our nation's military.The Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival is Fleet Week San Diego's marquee event. The event features fast-paced, thrilling auto racing and exhibitions for car enthusiasts of all ages at one of the most distinctive race track locations — Naval Air Station North Island, the birthplace of Naval Aviation. Nowhere else can you see a variety of cars racing on a live runway used by the U.S. Navy.Tickets:]

If anyone is interested here you go.

The annual Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival ("The Race at the Base") is celebrating its 18th year. Join thousands of race enthusiasts and fans in this premier motorsports event saluting our nation's military.

The Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival is Fleet Week San Diego's marquee event. The event features fast-paced, thrilling auto racing and exhibitions for car enthusiasts of all ages at one of the most distinctive race track locations — Naval Air Station North Island, the birthplace of Naval Aviation. Nowhere else can you see a variety of cars racing on a live runway used by the U.S. Navy.

Tickets:     https://www.fleetweeksandiego.org/events/tickets/

Event schedule:  https://www.fleetweeksandiego.org/events/

I know we have all seen pics of the Gen V Targa.  I received this video from Prefix today and thought I would share.  Stryker colors or stripes are an additional $1000. I have to admit the video is very impressive. 8)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBZRcUjZtcI

[Nino and Ruth's BBQSaturday October 17, 2015]

Nino and Ruth's BBQ
Saturday October 17, 2015

Put this date on your calendars if you want to join the Viper folks for a real good BBQ!  Nino & Ruth really know how to cook up a storm, and no one will leave hungry.

Since we going to a BBQ that has been painstakingly prepared by Nino & Ruth we are going to follow his orders of "no eating on the way up!".

Please plan to arrive there by 1PM for the good food & drink!  Their address is 35234 QUARTZ ST., YUCAIPA, 92399  Directions to Nino's:  Take the 10 Freeway (east or west) to the Yucaipa Blvd off ramp.  If traveling eastbound, turn left onto Yucaipa Blvd.  If westbound, turn right onto Yucaipa Blvd.  Go 2.9 miles, turn left onto Oak Glen (there is an El Pollo Loco and Bank of America on your left).  Go 2.6 mi. then turn left onto Bryant St.  Go 1.2 mi. & turn right onto Juniper Ave.  Go 0.6 mi & turn right onto Azurite St.  Turn right onto Quartz St. and they are at the end on the left.


Attending:

Glenn and Stephanie
Jim and Judy
Scott H.
Lance +
Ron and Mary
Mark and Nia
Scott and Pat W.
Mike B. + 1
John and Bridget
Jim B. and Christine
Luke and Jan
Ron and Nora
Paul and Teresa
Lisa and Dave
Richard and Charlene
Anthony M.
Jay and Jennifer
Eddie and Michelle
Bruce our Club's guest

[Happy Birthday Ben]

Happy Birthday Ben

Cheers!   Glenn and Stephanie 8)

[VOA BUCKET LIST TRIP TO LAKE TAHOE SEPTEMBER 18-19-20 2015]

                 VOA BUCKET LIST TRIP TO LAKE TAHOE
       SEPTEMBER 18-19-20 2015

Here it is!  Join the NorCal Viper Club for the 4th  VOA Bucket list Event in Lake Tahoe, CA.

We'll arrive on Friday Sept. 18th 2015 for a fun filled weekend which will include a welcome dinner at the host hotel (The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino) on Friday night, cruises, a tour of the fabulous Thunderbird Lodge and a dinner/dancing cruise aboard the Ms. Dixie.

We are staying at the brand new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino so bring your snakes and come play with us!  At dinner Friday night we will have event goodie bags for everyone and a raffle for some cool Viper stuff.

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Hard Rock Hotel for Friday, 9/18-Sunday 9/20 so you will need to contact the hotel at 844-588-7625 to book a room. Make sure you tell them you are with the NorCal Viper Club to get the discounted rate. We also blocked a few rooms for Sunday night in case you want to stay over and leave on Monday. We have 25 rooms at the $159.00 rate for Friday & Saturday night. Sunday night will be $89.00. Add $40 for Lake View rooms, and $50 for a Lake View with balcony. There is a $22 per room resort fee and 13% tax not included in the above rates.



Registration fee is $250 per person and activities included in the registration fee are the welcome dinner on Friday, tour to the Thunderbird Lodge on Saturday, and the buffet dinner/dancing cruise on Lake Tahoe Saturday night and a goodie bag.  We also have a few other fun activities in the works including a few cruises because we can't have a VOA event without driving our Vipers! (we have left breakfast and lunches open for attendees to make their own choices)

When
Friday September 18, 2015 at 6:00 PM PDT
-to-
Sunday September 20, 2015 at 10:00 PM PDT



Where
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
50 Highway 50
Stateline, NV 89449

 
Please click on the link below to register.

https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eb2gvwdl8691ac17&oseq=&c=&ch=

If you have any questions, please contact Glen McAdon to ensure we provide you the best Bucket List experience possible!
 
Sincerely,
 
Glen McAdon
NorCal Viper Club
209-772-0215

Set of four.  These came off my 2008 after 300 miles new before installing Stop Tec Rotors
            $200 for the set

   Glenn
805 402 8193

[Hello Folks, We wanted to invite you all to our first Social Saturdays event, below is some information, and attached is a flyer for the event. West Coast Customs Founder and CEO Ryan Friedlinghaus has announced the opening of the all-new 60,000 square foot, state-of-the-art West Coast Customs facility in Burbank, CA. The immensely popular car customizing shop marks its return to the greater Los Angeles area, after spending the past 10 years in Corona, CA. ABOUT West Coast Customs Social Saturdays - Open House and Car Show· First Saturday of each month· Hosted by West Coast Customs Founder and CEO Ryan Friedlinghaus· Inaugural West Coast Social Saturdays - March 7th· 8 AM – Noon· Cars from featured WCC TV Show builds· Celeb cars· DJ and food trucks· West Coast Customs merch give-aways· Open to the public· #WCCSocialSaturdays Thanks,Nicos Acuna818 237-12872101 W. Empire Ave.Burbank, CA. 91504]

Received this e-mail today.  Sounds like a great venue.  Anyone want to start an event for SoCal Viper?

Hello Folks,

We wanted to invite you all to our first Social Saturdays event, below is some information, and attached is a flyer for the event.

West Coast Customs Founder and CEO Ryan Friedlinghaus has announced the opening of the all-new 60,000 square foot, state-of-the-art West Coast Customs facility in Burbank, CA. The immensely popular car customizing shop marks its return to the greater Los Angeles area, after spending the past 10 years in Corona, CA.

ABOUT West Coast Customs Social Saturdays - Open House and Car Show
·       First Saturday of each month
·       Hosted by West Coast Customs Founder and CEO Ryan Friedlinghaus
·       Inaugural West Coast Social Saturdays - March 7th
·       8 AM – Noon
·       Cars from featured WCC TV Show builds
·       Celeb cars
·       DJ and food trucks
·       West Coast Customs merch give-aways
·       Open to the public
·       #WCCSocialSaturdays


Thanks,
Nicos Acuna

818 237-1287
2101 W. Empire Ave.
Burbank, CA. 91504

[Let's all Welcome to the VOA and Southern California Viper Club's 2015 newest members]

Let's all Welcome to the VOA
and Southern California Viper Club's 2015 newest members

A few have been gone for awhile.
Were happy to have you back

Kris B.                              2014 GTS
Eduard C.                         2009 SRT Coupe
Michael S.                        2014 GTS
Theo T.                             2013 GTS
Paul G.                             2010 SRT Vert Aero Package
Dan M.                             1997 GTS
Akash P.                          2013 GTS
James F.                          1997 GTS
Art H.                               1994 RT/10
Allen B.                            2013 GTS
Mark Y.                             2014 SRT
Lawrence W.                    2008 ACR
Richard H.                        2015 SRT
Dean S.                            1996 RT/10
John R.                             2001 GTS
Mikan S.                           2005 SRT

[Long Beach Grand PrixSaturday April 18, 2015]

Long Beach Grand Prix
Saturday April 18, 2015

Come out and support Team Viper

http://gplb.tix.com/Event.aspx?EventCode=674837

Possibly we can get together and purchase Tickets at a group rate.
Anyone out there have any special information about Tickets?