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I just want to know who is coming to the show?  Are we meeting up again?

Hey Matt, beat me to the punch, was just going to ask the same question...
I know I'll be there again, and I've talked to a few others that I know will be there as well.. so should be a good group once again.

I'd like to meet up again as well, any other suggestions for places to meet or Portillos again?
there is another cool place that Eric and i have had lunch at called the Filling Station,, LOTS of Gas/Oil and SOda Memeorabilia all over the place.. might be an option?

Look forward to it..

John

I'm pretty sure I'm going to make it this year.  I'll be pulling a trailer from Kansas City if anyone needs help moving stuff along the way to or from Chicago (Like that cool Terra Cotta Coca Cola sign in Iowa) 8)

I'll go to dinner, but I'll probally pass on the show.  I reached my quota for the year.  I don't need any new projects.  Two are still in the wings.

I'm going to check out the Pinball Expo tomorrow.  The kids and the wife want to go.....yes, the wife.  She hates the Chicagoland show, but loves pinball.

Let me know when and where.  Kyle and I will hang with you folks for awhile.

If I had an extra $1,500.00, that tera cotta would be mine. 

Passing to much going on  :down:.

Larry there is away one way to settle that deal with the wife , dont take her :tounge:

Janet and I will be going to the Chicago show, and would love to meet everyone again for dinnier. Just name the time and place.
Rod
Fun-Tronics

I'm plannning on making it.  Going to take the family and see some sights.

Marvin

My wife and I will be there Thursday night... Hope to meet up with everyone like we have the past couple years... Like Rod said name the place and time! :happydrinkers:

the place John mentioned would work for me. Speaking for Harrison, he will be there with me.

I might be there if I can get some one to go with me. If my brother won't go I'll have to convince the wife to go.

Oscar...tell her there is a Mall 3 blocks west.... That convinced my wife! :smile:

2 people who are NEW to this from the U.K are going, we would appreciate any info on the show please, we are staying in Lombard and are making a bit of a vacation plus an "EXPERIENCE" journey. I already know "signguy" as he did my gas pump and 81 restoration for me.

any advice/help appreciated.....

 :hopefull: Trying to see if I can swing it this year. :hopefull:

It looks like it will be a game-time decision.

 :drinking: Tim :drinking:

        Tony, if you are ready for a coin-op experience you will definately like this show.
         But if you want killer deals, wait til the vendors are packing up at the end of the show or.... rely on the old E-bay or craigslist for local listings similar to these, but ones that are closer to you.
         Chicagoland is what inspired me to launch a career in restoring and selling this old stuff.
          This is a coin-op "Disney World". Hope you visit and like it as much as we do. 
          if you take pictures, maybe you could you post some of them here?  Most of us can't get to the show very often but we like updates. 
         And we're so glad you joined the group!   :happydrinkers:

Thanks for the inspiration Moondawg, i am excited about this. The only problem is with waiting until the end for bargains etc, is that we would have to find a solution to store these items until Monday.
I have a shipping company that would collect from the show up until saturday, if i bought items on the sunday these wouldn't be able to be collected until monday, i suppose i may be able to rent a van.
Store them in the van until monday and deliver to the shippers in Chicago, what do you think?
As for the photos "No Problem" I have an excellent camera that i am taking with me, not the best photographer in the world though!!
I have been trying with great difficulty in getting on this forum, i have had a few login probs. But hey i am here now and thanks for the welcome.  :biggrin:

I am sure there are several ways to store them until monday. I am sure there is a Chicago member that would probably let you keep them in their garage for a few days too.

I won't be at this show but I am moving home in January so I will be at the next show! hopefully with several machines :)

Thanks loman4ec, i would never have thought of anything like that. I suppose maybe i should submit a post asking for any help/ideas, i have the 81 and a 110, would love a pepsi rountop and thats what i am after most. My friend who's also going wants a couple of machines also, plus whatever else catches our eye!!!
I have seen a video blog on "Youtube" of the show and it looks like i will want a container full of stuff :biggrin:

Tony

do you have a container or just space... I am desperate for a Rockola Jigsaw and would rent some space from you if I could land one..

Dave

Dave.
Hi there, long time no hear. The plan is to try and obtain some storage space, just until it can be collected on the Monday. I have bought a 39 that the shippers i am using are shipping as we speak.
The item you have requested if available is no problem, i would obviously need to contact you from the show. I plan to take my laptop etc, so either e-mail or phone you.
I think if someone wants to rent us some space until monday, then thats the way forward. You have my e-mail address, so drop me as much detail about it as you can. What things i need to check etc.  :biggrin:

Welcome Tony:
I have a friend that comes to the show from Australia and he rents a storage space just across the road from the show. He comes to both shows. The first show he buys and stores his items in the storage unit across the road. then the second show he comes and buys and has a shipping container dropped at the show. Then he goes and takes the items from storage and puts in his shipping container and the items from the second show he purchased and ships it back to Australia. Long story short there is a storage faucility across the road from the show. Hope this helps you out.
Rod
Fun-Tronics  :drinking:

Thanks Rod, i am getting better info now and its all coming together. I will check that out on arrival, we arrive on the tuesday afternoon. I suppose we could use the wednesday to have a look around the area near the show, things are slightly differant here in the U.K, although in the last couple of years self store facilities have sprung up.
I think as this is the first time visit, it will be a case of BUY,STORE and SHIP. Also the tax rate here goes back up to an amazing 17.50% from January, therefore we need to BUY & SHIP as soon as poss before the increase.  :biggrin:

I have half a garage that is empty, but I'm 30 miles from the show.  If the place across the street doesn't work out feel free to drop them off by me.

Larry

LARRY What can i say. Thank you so much for your hospitality, its amasing i truly appreciate all the help. Thanks once again, i am going to try and google the storage facility nearby. I will let you know how i get on.

Thanks Again. Tony  :wow:

No problem.  If the other option doesn't work out, send me a personal message and I'll get back to you with an address and phone number.

hey larry can i get your address and phone number too? I have a '59 corvette i need to store. lol

I am headed to the show! Lot's of stuff for sale. If anyone is interested in the below, let me know. Free delivery to the show!

Stoner Junior Restored with Stoner Gum Machine on the side
Stoner Pastery 4 Pull Machine Restored
Stoner 180 with Gum Wheel, not restored
Stoner Cafe 500 Machine, original and complete
National 9 Pull Cig machine
Small Gum Machine 1 cent restored
7up Quikold Standard (Restored), Master (Restored) and Junior (Original)
Tons of 7up signs, light ups and clocks.

Plus, a few more machines. (2) U-Select machines with original stands, a few other Stoners and a ton of Stoner parts like pulls, mirrors, and a few coin mechs (all complete)

 SEVEN181 .....Thats a great list!! I am going to be spoilt for choice here!!!.............Better get some more overtime in at work.

Brian,

Any flange signs...?

Brian

I'm also interested in any light up signs you might have... If you are prepared to post to UK..

Jim, I have a few flange signs. Dave, no problem shipping to the UK. PM me with email address. I have a ton of pics of my stuff. Rare light ups.

Brian, could you e-mail pics of u-select machines please, also what you are wanting for them. Any gas signs if yoy have em also. Tony. P.S i will PM my e-mail address.

 Hello, Brian

                 I'd also Like it if you could e-mail me Pictures & Prices of your Light-ups . And the 7-UP COOLERS tHANKS !!

                                                                                                                                          Ltransam

Hey guys! Been busy with work. I will start sending pics to you all on what I am selling. Basically, everything accept the cup machines!


B

I would cast a vote for Portillos again if you are still undecided.  Also I have already talked to Jay Booher, he said he would be able to make it, he's alway ready with soda related stories. 

I don't think we have decided where to meet yet and a few have suggested either Filling Station or Portillos.
I at first thought Filling station would be fun as it fills with memorabilia and such.
However after thinking about it a bit more..
It might be hard with a large group, as it's table service and might be hard to split up the bill.
Parking lot is not as big for those with trailers?
not sure how large of a table we can get ?

So I guess my vote would be Portillos again as it just works out better,,,

maybe the first who get there .. see if they can arrange the tables better so we can all talk, instead of the long table?
or maybe we can get a spot off to the side ?

My two cents..

brian, send me picture and price of pastry vendor  jeff

Portillos sounds fine. What time will work for everyone?  :drinking:

Portillo's was good... wonder if they have a party/side room?
Meet 7:00-7:30pm?... Tonya and I will be leaving St. Louis early Thursday... may hit a couple
shops on the way up... But we'll be there!

Hey guys! Sorry, been really busy with work and moving up to Cincinnati! I am selling off a lot of machines. I am working on getting some of you pics and so on. Below are what I have in machines. If you are interested, let me know. I can deliver to Chicago. Jeff, will get you pics of the pastery.

Restored Stoner 4 Pull Pastery Machine
Restored Stoner Junior with Stoner Gum Machine on bracket on the side
Restored 7up Quikold Standard
7up Quikold Junior unrestored
Mills Coffee Machine, made by the Mills that made the Coke Machines
Stoner Junior unrestored
Coke Glasco Cup Machine (I have two, selling one)
Stoner Coffee Cafe 500 unrestored and complete
Rowe Cig machine with dancing lady
National 9 pull Cig Machine
Tons of parts, stoner pulls, a few coin mechs and signs, light ups and clocks all 7up with a few Dr Pepper things

 Brian
          Are You Working Or Moving to Cincinnati ? If your Moving Here I wont be able to find Anything Between You & Josh  :laugh: :laugh:

                                                           Leonard

I've talked with Brian a bit lately, and he is moving to the Cincinatti area.. As far as machines go.. I wouldn't worry much, Brian is getting out of collecting (AGAIN) :glare: :biggrin:.. so he says... we'll see.. ha ha.. Cmon Dude.. when your hooked your hooked... Look forward to seeing you in Chitown in a few weeks.

As far as Dinner.. I'm up for Portillos again.. I should be in town by 6:00-6:30 as well so 6:30 or 7pm would be great.. lets hear what time works best for Ya'll!

   SignGuy ,
                  There really ALLWAYS !! room .I have Slowed down a lot .I can't finish the Projects I started 2 years ago . And then I find More .But Really I finished (Out Of Room Completly ) 


  Brian , Let Me know when you get Settled In .I live just abought 20miles Nort-West Of Cinci .Just out side the 275 belt .

                                                        Leonard

Nice list of goodies for the show. Could you possibly send me a photo(s) of the 7-up JR and an asking price as well please. I'm not able to make Chicago this fall but have others going.

Thankyou. Mark

mcmaster.tile@hotmail.com

ONE WEEK TOMMOROW!!! I cant wait, thats when i fly out for the show, hope the weather is HOT!! Only joking as i realise it will be FFFFFRRRREEEEEZZZZIIINNG.........Can't wait to meet everyone, although i won't have a clue who's who....

Thanks anyone got a weather report for that weekend???

Tony

Thinking about heading out to the show with my sons.  I have never been and I think they would get a kick out of it.  Is it worth it to buy the $50 preview ticket?  Not sure if I will be able to get there until late Friday anyway.  And I am just going to look!  :oops:

When is everybody getting together for dinner--is that Thursday or Friday?

Let me know.

Thanks!

 :drinking: Tim :drinking:

Tim,
you should definately come to the show.. first off we are getting together for Dinner on Thursday Night,, I am pretty sure were set on Portillos again, which is just down the street from Pheasant run, and I am thinking we are shooting for 6:30 or 7pm .. have to finalize that yet...

As far as the early preview pass for $50.00 ... if your buying then it's nice to have so you can get inside as dealers are unpacking, but usually no deals inside anyways.. so if bringing the boys, come Friday to hunt around, stay Friday night and then go in with them on Saturday for $5.00 and they and you will have a great time looking around , playing games and just drooling..

ALso, in the past Eric and I have gotten together for lunch on Friday after "Hunting" all morning, and more are welcome to join us.. we usually go to the filling station for their awesome hamburgers..

So if you are hunting around outside you don't have to pay the $50.00?  I am sure I will go inside at some point though.

I was wondering how that worked.  I'm planning on coming in sometime thursday.  Bringing my wife and kids so I don't know how long it will take to get there. 

Great Marvin,
Hope you guys can join us for Dinner on thursday night too..
Yeah you only have to pay the $50.00 on Friday for the early entry inside the buildings.. Outside is free... I have paid it in the past, just to look around inside as I usually don't stick around till saturday,, and fun to see all the REAL NICE stuff inside as the dealers are setting up, before I go.. not sure what I'll do this year yet.
The show actually opens to the public on Saturday and Sunday and its only $5.00 per person to get in, so thats the time to bring the family.

Unfortunately (but probably fortunately for my bank account), I will not be making the Windy City Show.  Forgot that my wife was heading down to DC to straighten out the Obamas!  :biggrin:  Actually, to help out her aunt and uncle.  Maybe in the Spring!  :hopefull:

Have fun everyone and if you see a complete, restored Vendo 44 for $100, pick it up for me!

 :drinking: Tim :drinking:

All Packed and ready for the trip of a lifetime!!!...... I am extremeley excited about this,and hey Tim i understand the bank account thing. My account will be crying this week, but hey.. You just got to do it.

You never know i just may get hooked on this show and maybe there again in April, nothing planned for that yet. Dave is keen on going in April i think.

Looking forward to meeting everyone there, and thanks for all the help i have had. :biggrin: Tony.

SO Portillos 6:30 again.. sound good?
see whomever can make it...
first ones there, might be me,, but see if we can get a larger table or somewhere we can all talk this time,, it's hard on that long table...

See you Thursday :happydrinkers:

I hope everyone gets to Chicago safely and you guys have a good time tomorrow!  Maybe I will get there in the Spring!

 :drinking: Tim :drinking:

See everyone tomorrow! I will not be in from Cincy until about 9 pm or so though! I guess see you Friday EARLY!!!!!


Brian

Leaving here at around 10am.... see you folks for supper around 7:00... gonna try and hit a few spots on the way up 55.... everyone have a safe trip!

Loading up the truck with some goodies I presold.. checking out a Pepsi embossed slider on the way down... Looking forward to see everyone again.. I should be at portillos around 6:30 again..
Drive Safe

See you then   :happydrinkers:

My father just left this morning for Chicago Darnit!!!!!! :censored:  I can't make it. Too busy with work :darn:
He's the one that actually bought the Glasscock JR so if anyone at the Show finds a carrying case for it, please phone me on my cell and I'll contact him right away. Thanks. Mark

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