Hail from
The Chief
By Lynn McKinlay
We have a new email address now. It is
mcklb@if.rmci.net
As I sat eating dinner this evening at Me N' Stan's in Rexburg this evening
I listened to the conversations. It is great to be with a group of car lovers
that enjoy the company of those around them. It was also heart warming to
hear again the purpose of our organization. Sure we go places in the Corvettes,
but to listen to people discussing ways and places to get more sponsors so
we can help more of our neighbors at Christmas time.
It is a pleasure to have the honor of being your chief. In scouting my name
is Chief Bald Eagle.
That is all from the Bald Eagle this month.
"Choose a job you like and you will never have to work a day in your life."
Socrates
Thank you.
30th Annual Big Sky Meet
By Trish Bargman
Looking for something fun to do over the Memorial Day weekend? Take a run
up to Missoula, Montana for their 2001 Corvette
Odyssey. The Montana clubs have been very good to support our
Wild West Vette Fests, so Dick and I are going
to make the run up to Missoula on Friday afternoon, May 25. Anyone wanting
to travel with us or wanting information about the 2001 Corvette Odyssey
should give us a call at 458-4671. The headquarters for the event is the
Holiday Inn in Missoula. Cost is $79 per night double occupancy (be sure
to mention you are with the Big Sky Corvette Meet to ensure this rate). Book
your room early! The phone number for the motel is 800-399-0408 (406-721-8550)
or info@park-side.com.
Event Co-chairmen are:
John Christensen (406-721-399)
VettePeople@webtv.net
Keith Grant (406-721-1993
APRIL Birthdays
| Deena Larsen | 4 |
| Amy Forman | 14 |
| Gary Hilliker | 22 |
| Pam Valentine | 22 |
| Jan Knight | 28 |
Ken and Linda Olsen
By Trish Bargman
Ken and Linda Olsen joined the club three years ago and have been active
members. They have gone on several trips, and have been at the annual Wild
West Vette Fest each year since joining. Last year they were one of
our $250 sponsors through their business Snake River IBA.
They sell dairy and veterinary supplies in Idaho and Montana.
Ken and Linda are native Idahoans. They have lived in this area most of the
time. Married 38 years this year, they have five children three boys
and two girls. They also have five grandchildren: three boys and two girls.
All the kids are married except one son, and they all live within five minutes
of Ken and Linda.
Their beautiful 1973 yellow T-top is their first Corvette. When Ken gets
under the wheel he is 18 again (a little birdie told me that). Ken's biggest
desire is to beat Kelly Armstrong in a drag race. (That little birdie has
a really big mouth. Watch out Kelly; don't underestimate Ken.)
We can't let Linda get off Scott-free either. When nature calls her, don't
get in her way -- phone booths, men's restrooms, anywhere is fair game. There
is at least one male club member that will always watch his back when Linda
is around from now on.
Ken's hobbies include working on cars and fishing. Ken found a 1948 sedan
delivery street rod in California recently but could not get it home at the
time. He will be going back to California to get it when the weather permits.
Ken and his father have a long-standing tradition of going fishing to Alaska
every summer. This summer they will be going for his father's 95th
birthday. Sometimes they let Linda tag along too.
Linda a wallpapering fool. She will put it anywhere. She is learning to sew,
and likes to crochet. She has done some quilting also.
Ken and Linda love to spend time with their family, and are lucky to have
them all so close.
Their best memory is the trip they went on with the club to Bowling Green
in 1999. They didn't do the whole route with the caravan because of time
constrains, but they really enjoyed the trip. Mike and Wanda Pincock teamed
up with them and they had a really good time coming back.
They are looking forward to another Corvette season, just like the rest of
us. It can't come too soon.
Dear President of Corvettes of Southeast Idaho
Greetings from Merritt Island, Florida
One of the complaints expressed to GM officials, Jim Campbell, Brand Manager
for Corvettes; Cheryl Pilcher, Assistant Brand Manager for Corvettes Products;
and Lisa Stanick, Assistant Brand Manager for Corvettes Marketing, at various
seminar sessions at the C5 Birthday Bash, April 2000, was the lack of a second
cup holder for the Fifth Generation Corvette, 97-01. I had made a dual cup
holder for my Vette and had been enjoying it for about eight months at that
time. People began seeing mine and many asked if I was planning to make them
and sell them. I had no intention to ever produce an item or be a businessperson.
After many requests, much persuasion, and encouragement I decided to manufacture
the cup holder to further assist Corvette owner's enjoyment of their awesome
machine.
Now, I am trying to spread the word to more Fifth Generation Corvette, 97-01,
enthusiasts. I would greatly appreciate if you would announce this product
to your 97-01 Corvette club members. Spring is coming and it is time to get
ready to enjoy Corvette cruising again. Product information, pricing, and
ordering is as follows:
The dual cup holder works with automatic or 6-speed. The cup holder is aluminum
with a black wrinkle powder coat finish. Several photos are attached. Photos
show cup holder in use (price is for cup holder only, cups not included).
A Special Introductory Price is presently available; however, we
do not know how much longer we can continue to offer this price. The
Special Introductory Price is $35 plus $6 S&H if shipped in
the contiguous U.S. (FL residents add applicable FL & local sales taxes
to the $41). No vehicle modification or tools are needed. It's easy to install
or remove, just place it in the existing cup holder.
If there are any other questions, or members wanting additional information, please don't hesitate to e-mail me at msisles@telsurf.net . So far, the product is in 25 states, Canada, and England. The cup holder has gotten rave reviews on past posts in the www.CorvetteForum.com , "C5 Corvette General Discussion Forum" section. Also, there is a review in the "Product Review, Interior/Exterior Accessories" section. My product is not sold through any other retailer.
To order we accept first party personal check (name, address, and check number
imprinted on check), money order or bank cashier's check. Check or money
order payment must be U.S. funds drawn on U.S. bank. Please include phone
number and mailing address for shipment to:
Milton Isles
4240 N. Tropical Trail
Merritt Island, FL 32953
I will ship via U.S. Postal Service when check is received. For those that
provide an e-mail address, I will e-mail them that I have received their
check and shipped their product.
Other Corvette model owners have expressed a need for a dual cup holder for
their vehicle. I have had a number of requests from Fourth Generation Corvette
owners. I am currently designing something for the 84-89 models with 6-speed
and automatic and will possibly consider 90-96. However, I am interested
in knowing how great the interest is in the marketplace before continuing
with this project. If you would take a survey and respond back by e-mail,
msisles@telsurf.net I would be grateful.
A fellow corvette enthusiast,
Milton Isles
C5Registry X3028
Meguiar Session at Taylor Chevrolet
By Rick Stiles
On Saturday morning March 17 I arrived at Taylor
Chevrolet in Rexburg at 9 a.m. with Mr. Terry Richards of Meguiar's
to begin setting up for our clinic. About 9:15 when Terry unplugged
an extension cord from an outlet we heard a loud pop and the shop went dark
and quiet. Kelly Armstrong arrived (in his Corvette) and saved the
day, restoring light and heat.
I planned to have a Corvette for Terry to demonstrate on but he said his
first choice would be a black, very dirty car. I informed him I had
just what he wanted in my garage. Linda said it would be fine to use
her car since it would be its first bath since October. It's a good
thing Linda didn't attend the Clinic. I'm sure my longevity would have
been in question when Terry started using sand paper on the fender --
very special sand paper. Now the fender is the prettiest part of the
car.
Terry demonstrated the many Meguear's products as well as proper quantity
and use. I counted 24 people in attendance. Taylor
Chevrolet served juice and cookies and made a video of the
clinic. The tape is available to everyone and can be borrowed from
Wayne Valentine at Taylor Chevrolet. The Club would like to thank
Taylor Chevrolet for letting us use their shop
and for their hospitality and support of Corvettes of Southeast
Idaho.
March Meeting Minutes
By Lynn for Betty McKinlay
The club met at Me N' Stan's in Rexburg March 17
for dinner. There were about 50 members in attendance.
Club President, Lynn McKinlay brought the meeting to order by using the new
gavel made by Farrell Davidson. Thank you, Farrell.
Rick Stiles told about the Meguiar's polishing seminar held at
Taylor Chevrolet in Rexburg. Wayne Valentine has a video for
anyone to view if you would like.
Next meeting will be at China Supper Buffet in
Idaho Falls on April 26 at 7:00 p.m.
We had a brief report from Richard Morris. The committee is ahead of schedule
and online. The next meeting is a Denny's at 7:00 p.m. in Idaho Falls. We
were encouraged to help find door prizes for the Wild West Vette
Fest.
Farrell Davidson told us about the two one-day runs for April and May. See
the Calendar in this issue.
Wayne Valentine's family was introduced. It was nice to have them with us
this evening.
If anything was missed it is my error. That would be the second one this
month. Betty went to Twin Falls with Mandy to the track meet. Mandy got a
third in the high jump, second in the long jump, and first in the triple
jump. Now that the track meet is over, I am sure Mandy is visiting with some
young man. He sings in a group with five brothers. You may want to give her
a hard time when you see her.
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Next Vette
Fest Meeting
The next Wild West Vette Fest Committee meeting will be
Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m. at Denney's.
Calendar of Events for 2001
April
Scotty's
7 Day run to Twin Falls -- Farrell -- Meet at Kick 66 in Idaho Falls @ 8:00 p.m.
19 Scotty's
May
Scotty's
Day/evening run to Anglers Lodge in Island Park for dinner -- Farrell -- leave KFC in Rexburg at 5:00 p.m.
?? Road Cleanup
25-28 30th Annual Big Sky Corvette Meet sponsored by Hellgate Corvette Club John Christensen 406-721-3999 or Keith Grant 406-721-1993 VettePeople@webtv.net
25-27 Sun Run 2001 - Street Rods of Idaho - Pocatello -208-233-2879 or www.streetrodsofidaho.freeservers.com
June
Scotty's
7&8 Border Run 2001 Jackpot, NV sponsored by Snake River Vettes - Dave Montgomery Vette72@micron.net --
Registration: www.srcorvettes.freeservers.com
18-25 Lone Star Corvette Club Odyssey Travel - 7 night Alaska Cruse c all Phyllis for info. 1-800-327-4441
Scotty's
21 Bloomington Gold
July
Scotty's
18-21 Black Hills Corvette Classic 2001
Scotty's
Iona Car Show
26-29 Valley Corvettes PO Box 9244, Boise, ID 83707 - Boise
Email: Valleycorvettes @dri-wash.com
August
Scotty's
Scotty's
24-26 Corvettes at Carlisle
24-26 Wild West Vette Fest -- West Yellowstone Montana
September
Scotty's
20 Scotty's
October
November
December Christmas Party -- Election of new officers
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