Exciting new things....

Fall Fling 25th Anniversary at Irwindale Speedway Saturday October 24, 2020 this year.

The LA City is not issuing park permits.


Fall Fling 25th Anniversary

October 24, 2020 (Sat)
Irwindale Speedway, Irwindale CA

All Mopar:
-Swap Meet
-Show and Shine car show field
-Drag Racing Test N Tune
-with walk-in Participant admission.***

*** NOTE: Our events, like always, have PARTICIPANTS shopping, selling, showing, and supporting those cars OUTDOORS. There will be no grandstands seating or presentations.

Masks absolutely required with social distancing practiced.


Please be understanding of this late change. We will have basic flyers with email and limited mailings. We really need you all to get the word out by social media, cruise's, word of mouth etc.

You WILL have an opportunity to participate in an Mopar event. Adapt and enjoy!


More details to follow.


Remember we are all PARTICIPANTS !!

Steve
CPW club president

No spectators...What the heck does that mean? Only people that bring a car or are selling at the swap are allowed?

Ok, that was confusing. I re-worded it. Is it better now?

This is a scramble to change sites at this short notice. We can do this.

It’s just errors like Frankenduster spotted that are going to pop up and we need to correct


We are not using the term “spectators”. That is for Concerts, Baseball stadiums, etc. where people sit in stands together.

When you walk in to buy parts in the outdoor swap meet you are a “Participant”. You are shopping, just like grocery store. LA county outdoor permanent-like daily swap meets are open. And that’s what we are.

correct - the way I read it - there are NO spectators, ONLY participants

one can "participate" by:
shopping
selling
showing
supporting
racing
crewing

I'm sure more details will come out, but it sounds like a MOPAR event "FALL FLING" in ~11 weeks

You got it !


But I do need that feedback on the communication from Greg and others. So I can tweak things. Our people have nearly 30 years of habits. They attend on auto-pilot. They will misinterpret things that we are not used to explaining.


There will be participant admission.

I know that's a change. But I think I've got the Facility to do it for under $20. Everything else is pretty close to normal prices.

There will be Food and Beer concessions !!

But please be understanding that it will probably not be as well oil machine like typical 'Flings are. And we are ready to make adjustments when needed.

It'll be hot on the asphalt but I'll be there! Excited to finally have a Mopar show!

I wish I could come over.

I wish everyone fun in enjoying a Mopar Meet out west

Carsten

Don’t forget, show is October 24th. Cooler weather than now

And EZ-ups are ok. Even in show field. We don’t have those public park rules.

There are also a few new tents with pedestrian benches spread out around the show and swap. I will see and confirm those soon.

I'm in.

Awesome to see the support

I talked with one swapper that was busting at the seams with parts. Restores cars and dabbles with parts... without shows the parts pile is overflowing. He’ll have 4-5 spots with an E-body for sale.

One local Mopar drag guy said he knew about 30 Mopar drag buddies that would come. He’s got the burgundy 68 Dart turbo that was on cover of Hot Rod magazine

Drag entry might get limited. So pre reg to hold spot.

We are using www.thefoat.com for all pre reg. And you will get a QR code to print or display on your phone at entry gate. Then they will just scan you in.

No postal mail in registration. Sorry, just too late for that.

if i can get the day off ill be there

Will be about 1 1/2 hour shorter drive for Arizona and Las Vegas people. Completely avoiding Los Angeles city limits.

Also the drive time will be cut in half for Orange County, Riverside, Inland Empire folks. So I expect car we haven’t seen or haven’t seen in a while.

Any thoughts on a Friday Cruz. Maybe a tour of the NHRA museum with a meet and greet.

Any overnight camping for an RV and trailer?

Cruise will probably be too much at this time. Good idea on the NHRA museum, IF it’s open.

At this time we are trying to get flyers and online registration up. Then, focus honing down the event logistics with Irwindale. I think we do a real good job and have a high standard with event logistics. Please be considerate that a location change, short notice, mixed staff that there will be challenges and hiccups.

Unfortunately at this time I don’t believe so. More details to follow.

There are more RV and camping facilities for that in that part of town though. The Courtyard by Marriot will be the host hotel. Just 3 miles away. I will be contacting them for a rate and/or block. Don’t expect much at this late date.

STEVE...
Great move...
I hope all works out fine...
I will bring the RR out...

Just my $0.02...

I'm happy to see that some type of event is going to happen.Thank you for working to make this possible.
I am guessing that the confusing language that was used was necessary to comply with the draconian regulations imposed by the state?
Also, Did I see that there will be an admission charge at the gate, then an additional fee to have a swap space or to show a car?
Changes like these always result in some hiccups. Only a jerk would complain when a few things go wrong. I hope that most people are understanding.
With all the over-reaching closures and restrictions, this show ought to be like the only girl in the bar at closing time...It might not be the best time ever but it is the only option available at the time!
Kidding, of course. I plan to be there.

1 - 20x20 swap (includes 1 participant admission)

1 - show car (includes 1 participant admission)

1 - drag car (includes 1 participant admission) trailers included also with drag entry


Scenario:

1 show car with 3 adults in it.... pay for ONE show entry and TWO participant entries

2 swap spaces with 3 adults... pay for TWO 20x20 spots and ONE participant entry


Does that help clarify ?

Been waiting to hear on word if the show was happening or not, happy to hear it is! Will be there with a couple of swap spots.

"Courtyard by Marriot will be the hose hotel" ........... HOSE HOTEL "?"

Almost an 8 hour drive for me.
Not sure I can do it on such short notice. But will surely give it some thought

Been wanting to see this show for several years and when we lived in KY, was out of the question. Now in southern AZ makes all the west coast shows now possible

Fixed

So.... you coming ??

It’s 1 1/2 hour closer drive than or traditional Woodley Park.

There will be cars for sale.

At this point Im not looking for a car,
I would like to come just to see cars and meet people Ive never seen before on the east coast


Will have to look into it ,,,so thats a maybe from me

Would be great if you can make it. I don't know if you remember me but we met at the Nats years ago. Be good to see ya again.

Pfffttt, Ya all act like driving the 80 miles across the city is like a big deal or something.

I believe we are going to be making the trek ! Find a decent RV park close by we can go nighty-nite in "?"

We seem to be getting very strong response on the event

The racers have responded beyond initial expectation. The track already has a strong contingent of older and newer Mopars. Just putting them together at one event is a strong field of cars.

How does the display/swap area compare to Woodley Park...acreage wise?

just noticed - the drag strip is 1/8th mile

The entire facility is 42 TIMES the size of Woodley. 1.5 acres vs 63 acres

The swap and show areas we are using for this event will be plenty for us. But not too far away as to isolate.

Bottom line: plenty of room.

The show cars will be parked in marked parking spaces every other car. EZ ups are ok at this facility

irwindale = lots of pavement VS. Woodley = lots of trees

do you have that correct, Steve?

250' x 250' ~1.5 acres

Good catch I searched that. Maybe I need to clean that bug off my computer screen.

It’s plenty big for us

The downside to Irwindale = No grass
The upside to Irwindale = No grass

The terrain at Woodley is nothing short of terrible (and I doubt that we do anything to help it by driving on it, some in VERY HEAVY vehicles).

By the end of October temps should be mild enough that it will be nice under the shade of an EZ-up. Whether everything will fit in the new car with seats folded down is anybody's guess...

Also less dust for show cars.

The Woodley October shows happen after a rainless summer with soccer players chewing up the grass.

STEVE...
Logged into Foat trying to register but no Fall Fling is listed in the events??
Looks like the Fall Fling event has not been posted..

Pls clarify.. Thank U..

Just my $0.02...

Correct, it’s not posted yet. I just listed that as to what we are using.

By end of next week.

The good news is something is happening.

I never had a problem with it. Grass is easier on your feet and cooler to walk on compared to pavement.
What concerns me is that this event location REALLY changes the event. I have gotten to like the extra activities as much as the actual show itself. The Friday cruise, the Friday night at the Burbank Big Boy, the Saturday night at the Northridge Big Boy....These locations are now much further away and not likely to be included.
I started going to the show in 2001 strictly for the cars and the parts. By 2010 I joined in on the extra activities including staying at the Air Tel, hanging out in the parking lot with those wacky Candians...

Well at Fall Fling we really just have the Malibu cruise. This is not a Spring Fling.

With this short notice change, we just can’t pull all the extra activities

There are possibilities for all that from and around Irwindale. Less traffic, bigger lots, safer area,

Neat mountain cruising (Angeles Crest, San Gabriel Cyn Rd, Mt Baldy), NHRA museum, Justice Brothers museum, Cruise-In locations

You can hang out in the Monrovia Courtyard by Marriott host hotel also. Which is right next door to about 3-5 restaurants and a big parking lot. Le Roy’s breakfast is a well known for locals and across the street.

Old Town Monrovia is 5 min from host hotel and has over a dozen local favorite eateries: The Peach, Jakes Roadhouse, Old Town Pizza, T. Phillips Alehouse....

Also you can jump on and off the freeway and go to Old Spaghetti Factory in 5 min. Another local favorite.

Well, considering that the first time we went to Woodley my wife sprained her ankle on that terrain, plus these days for a big show we will probably have the Jazzy scooter for her. Rough terrain is hard in a scooter (she had trouble with Turlock in January). All in all, I'll take pavement.

A major issue @Woodley Park are the gopher holes..
If not careful one can easily twist ankle..

Just my $0.02...

Hey Steve as you know I get there Friday night and am usually one of the first in line and just sleep in my truck. Any problem with that this year? Guessing you'll have signs up.

The facility will be locked. That’s stuff that happens outside of the show. I don’t know how that will play out. We’ve never had a show there before.

We are just trying have an event.

How to be first in line is going have to be up to those swappers. It took you a few times to figure out a system that worked for you at the beginning.

Always a great show, I usually fly out from KY and do this show along with a bunch other stuff. Last year it was The Who at Hollywood Bowl on Thursday, Hot Rod Reunion in Bakersfield Friday, Fall Fling Saturday, Supercar Sunday n Woodland Hills, then cruising The PCH, Mulholland and relaxing on Manhattan Beach Monday, and cursing the Hollywood Hills. Also dodged some fire areas Monday as they were really breaking out that day.

No problem, we'll figure it out. Not concerned about being first in line, just want to find the line. My friend knows the track. Nothing else we'll find a Walmart or a Flying J to crash at..

Ok, I gotcha.

For sure before show we will release a layout with entry gate location. We are not quite there yet.

I for one am very glad to see this and will support the event, I race at Irwindale often.

I do have a few questions, will it be test and tune only? Can we set up a gambler bracket race or a quick 16?

I have some parts to sell and would like to race, can I sell them from my pit spot, or do I need a swap space too?

I don't spend much time on the General forum, Just-a-dart = Rod McGregor

For this first event, it’s Test N Tune only.

This change happened very close to the event. We just want to get this event off and go from there.

Your pit spot will not be near the swap. Within your pit you can put some parts out. If it’s interfering with pit lane traffic, they may ask you to do otherwise.

Fall Fling Oct 24, 2020: 25th Anniversary

Registration opens tomorrow at 10am


At Irwindale Dragstrip, Irwindale CA


We will not take mail-in registration due to time constraints. Pay online or at gate.


CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION:

https://tickets.thefoat.com/Irwinda....+24th+at+Irwindale/tickets/event-36996/

*Print your receipt and bring it to the event. They will scan your receipt for simple quick entry. Or you can show the receipt on your phone.



•$15 general admission

•$40 show cars (includes driver)

•$40 20’x20’ swap spot(includes driver)

•$60 Test N Tune Drags(includes driver)


Scenarios:
• 1 show car with 3 adults… Pay for 1 show car ($40) and 2 persons ($15x2= $30) etc…
• 2 swap spaces with 5 adults... Pay for 2 20x20 ($80) swaps and 3 persons ($15x3=$45) etc…
• 4 persons (adults)… pay $15x4=$60


HOST HOTEL- Courtyard by Marriott: $105/night Code: “Fall Fling” Direct Link: https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1599695393344&key=GRP

-only 3 1/2 miles from track, 700 W Huntington Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016 (626) 357-5211



-CPW club

Fall Fling 25 Flyer Pg 1


Fall Fling 25 Flyer Pg 2

STEVE..
Nice work by U and the club...
Not EZ to organize in these short, tough times...

Just my $0.02...

Looks like there isn't much trailer parking at the local hotels?

I, for one, am glad to hear that this event is on!! I've been to Spring Fling several times and I really love it. I truly wish I could attend this year just to support you but I can't make it.

I can't even imagine the challenges involved with relocating such a big event on such short notice.I wish you the best of luck and I will help you promote the event here on the East Coast.

I'm just glad you aren't having to deal with all of the Moparts negativity like I've had to deal with.

Good luck!!

Ed

Host hotel is Courtyard by Marriott - Monrovia 700 W Huntington Dr, Monrovia. $105 discount show rate. Code: Fall Fling.
Was there yesterday and they have plenty of parking. They host all the other Irwindale car events that have trailers. They will mark an area off for Fall Fling guests to hang out and park together.

Registered and have a room. Hopefully we can find Saturday evening entertainment

Ed,

Thank you for the kind words and support.

Yes, it's quite a change after doing 57 Spring and Fall shows in one location. One time LA Park Dept made us move the location 1/2 mile away 3 days before a show.

The person the runs/owns the track has been to a handful of our shows at Woodley, so he does have some feel of the event. No doubt we will have issues to overcome the day of the event.


Outdoor Swap Meets have been open for months during this Covid deal. Just have to wear masks. I was just at Long Beach swap meet yesterday. They've had 8 events this summer and will have 6 more before years end.

They just don't allow Sporting events, Theaters, etc with spectators sitting in stands close to each other. Fall Fling has no competition, awards, presentations, autograph signing, etc.

Bump

Has anyone been around Monrovia lately. I was checking the fires out and the area is pretty close to the track.

Note that fire is about 6 miles North of the track...
So today in the immediate area there was a fair amount of smoke and the air quality index was up to 102 rated UNHEATHFUL...
I just drove back on the 210, traffic was light coming westbound into Pasadena.
Hopefully by the Fling showtime date, the fire will be out and air quality improved..

Just my $0.02...

Thanks for the status report. Hopefully there will be some rain to help the fire crews.

I’ll definitely be going, mainly for the swap.

Steve, is this location permanent or when things calm down after the Dempanic, the Flings will revert back to Woodley Park?

We’ll think about that after the show.

I would consider coming down if it was at Fontana, Irwindale not so much
I am glad you guys where able to make it happen

Hey Steve.

Do you have a vendor list yet? I need a shaker hood for my Challenger I’m looking for someone who might be able to bring an AMD one to save the freight.

:-)

Thanks.

Not quite yet.

I know Glen Ray radiator is coming.

The Mopar Shop might be coming. Don’t know if he could save you on shipping.

Check with https://mckellars-modified-rides.myshopify.com. He’s coming and brings a big equipped trailer

I'll be there with wiper motors
Ns1aar.com

We’ve got multiple swappers already registered with FOUR spots. That’s a lot of Mopar parts to sell!

Swappers are already loading up!


BTW this trailer now is full to the end. And this is not one of the swappers with 4 spots

Some Vendors signed up already...

Glen Ray Radiators http://www.restorationradiators.com

McKellers Modifieds McKellar's Modified Rides brake, chassis, drivetrain parts, AMD vendor

Bruce Somer’s Wiper Motor Restorations www.ns1aar.com


Redline Performance https://www.redlineperformanceinc.com engine building, engine parts, dyno tuning, car prep, wiring, and fabrication.

M & R Performance Mopar used parts, restoration, car sales (4 swap spots full)

Stephens Performance will be coming with AMD pre-orders only. So if you want to buy and save shipping contact them first: www.stephensperformance.com

Thanks for going to the extra effort to put on the event. I have had nothing but work, work, work for the last year with constant vacations canceled due to my work. I look forward to spending a day there. I just booked at the host hotel and they have booked me for one nite at show discount and saturday at full price, but it was still cheaper than the AIRTEL rate. Since I only 'drink' on vacation, I plan to relax as best as I can. I might swap or hang out and watch the racing. If this ends up being a fun show and has racing, I could see it becoming even more popular over the years at this location.

Maybe Van Nuys for Spring Fling and Fall Fling at this location

I would like that.
Part of what I like about this show is the social stuff in addition to the show itself. This year will lack that....the Friday cruise, the Nights at the Big Boy in Burbank and Northridge and hanging out in the Air-Tel parking lot.

There are some great back roads and views in the San Gabriel Mountains just north of Irwindale.

The Irwindale host hotel does not charge extra to park in it. So it’s easy to have Cruise-In there. They said they would rope off an area for Fall Fling guests in the parking lot....Also, theres two other hotels just across the freeway and a big parking lot and a Claim Jumper between them... all about 1200 ft apart.

If you have EZ-ups, bring them. The Track is 100% ok with it. The show cars will be parked every other parking spot 10ft+ apart. 10x10, 20x10, even a 20x20 would fit. Also bring tables, chairs, whatever.

Also at Irwindale there is not a “no movement” policy from 10-1pm. You can go and come as you please with hand stamps and car creds.

I'm going to enjoy the no mud/dust/lumpy dirt to deal with. With it being held at Irwindale, to me it will be a mini MATS show. Going to enjoy it especially since shows cancelled out this year. I hope to meet some of you in person. If you see a black w/blue flamed 04 Dodge 3500 dually, that's me.

The swap will be 3-4 times MATS size. Swap Pre reg numbers right now look to exceed past 3 Fall Fling shows. That projects to be well over 110 swappers.

I can’t predict Drags turnout. But we have over 30 right now. Some as far as: SD, AZ, NV

The parts in my own inventory have been 3-4 times MATS size!

Need to sign up for the swap, will get at least 5 more spaces, Going to be bringing a lot of stuff this year.

This show’s Swap pre-reg ALREADY matches the highest pre reg for Fall Fling in last 3 years! Just got official numbers yesterday.

Make sure to bring your carts and dollies! They will roll nice on the pavement.

Also make sure to bring comfortable shoes. This big swap is going to take a lot of walking on asphalt.

Better bring a wad of cash!

Time to get off the and over to Irwindale and get some DEALS on Mopar parts !

got the weekend off will be there for sure making my hotel res as i type

never mind i found the link in a post up from mine

please take a lot of pictures for those who can't come

Carsten

So hows the smoke been there? Wasn't there a fire in the foothills just north of the track?

I was there on Saturday... not an issue. Bobcat fire near there is done.

Cool groovy.

Swap pre reg just keeps coming in.... we are in uncharted ground for a Fall Fling



The Drag cars are at 41... with 1 1/2 weeks to go.

Track says for stand alone events like this Total Drag entries end up being double the pre reg.

That will be about 100 racers. And show cars can buy tech cards for $20 additional if they get the bug.

What about trailer parking?

show car trailer parking included with car show entry like our past shows

Trailer parking will be inside the show like our past shows. Lot more room for it at Irwindale

Mopars 5150 from Sacramento area is bringing down some really cool “barn find” type and un-restored Mopars

71 Hemi Challenger 4 spd recently found in Arizona -as found condition

69 Hemi Charger 4 Speed -as found condition

69 Pink 383 4spd Super Bee (999 code)

Possible a “patina” 69 Charger build

And a restored 69 Charger


Special opportunity to see the cars.

I called the guys at Stephens Performance. I bought a new AMD rear window and they're going to deliver it at the show.
It is for THIS car I bought last year:

Thanks for supporting the vendors Greg.

I’m digging those rims too.

Troy in the club swap spot has what I think are 70 Charger side markers. And 70 RT doors, lower bumper support, those rubber bumper to fender cushions, bunch of other B-body stuff.

Thanks!
Those wheels were just painted to hide the ugly design! I want to make this look like a redneck moonshine runner......Until I get around to painting it.

Are there going to be event shirts available? Also, did the club end up with having to buy the spring fling ones? If so, will those be there? Need to replace some of my wardrobe.

Yes we will have Fall Fling shirts.

We were able to stop Spring Fling 2020 T-shirts in time. So no extras there.

I talked to the Hotel event coordinator and she is extending the special $105 night rate. But need to contact here directly

Courtyard by Marriott Monrovia

Tara Gadsby
(626) 531-8002
tara.gadsby@cymonrovia.com

Call during regular business hours M-F. Leave message if required. She will not be at work this Thursday.

Just got 6 spots! Bringing some special hard to find stuff this year that hasn't been in the market for years, will fill people in soon.

I'll bring a few things to sell but I'm bringing money cuz I'm going shopping,

Find me early.

Probably going to walk for an hour then open things up.

I gave you Tara with the hotels info to correct this earlier. Hopeful you were able to fix it.

Courtyard Marriott sure isn't giving you a very good special rate of 105.00. Can book a room there through Trivago for 103.00 and the Hilton down the road for 93.00 and Spring Hill Suites for 83.00

Awesome that this show is still happening this year, and great work to everyone from the club that is hosting it! My brother is getting married that same weekend, however, so I unfortunately won't be able to attend.

Maybe someone already thought about it, but I think in some previous years there had been a Moparts.org banner for attendees to sign? It might make this one even more memorable for Autoxcuda and his club to have something to take home as living proof that Mopars are stronger than Covid.

Hey, whatever works for you.

That sounds great !

I believe the Covid deal had got hotels dropping rates and doing all kinds of weird deals.

Take advantage !

Anybody have any info on after hours activity?

They were going to rope an area for Fall Flings guests to hang out in parking lot and drink their own tasty beverages.

Just wanted everyone to know. There are no limitations to General Admission tickets at Fall Fling at Irwindale Dragstrip. You don’t have to bring a Show Car, Drag Car, or Swap Spot. Current Covid requirements apply. Just have fun

-CPW club

My buddy is bringing his Dakota PU vert down to sell in the swap

A guy here drives one those. Cool little truck.

Heard the cars off the cover of the new Hot Rod Magazine might be there...