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Title: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on September 27, 2011, 01:42:40 pm
Hello all,
It's only over a month away, but figured start the official Chicago Show thread..
Mainly just to let you know that did go ahead and book the room at Portillo's as it was nice Last November to have that private room.

The room charge was $108.00 with tax and we have it starting at 6pm.  I'd ask for anyone joining us that night for 5 bucks toward the rental of the room. (dinner is a counter style service for those who haven't been there) so you just order what you want and bring it into the room.

So I hope I'm not the only one going ... who else is coming!?? should be fun once again!  Would be fun to see some new faces too.. Jim? Glen?, Tom? , Ron?, Joey?, etc... :happydrinkers:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Eric on September 27, 2011, 06:40:14 pm
Hey John... wife and I will be there... This really has become the best part for us... hope to see
all the regulars and some new folks!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ken R on September 27, 2011, 08:05:23 pm
Wish I could go, but I don't think my work schedule is going to permit it.   :down:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: TomFromJersey on September 28, 2011, 08:44:29 pm
I'll be there....with my friend Carl. I'm sure that Neil and Terrance will be there also.
  TFJ


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on September 28, 2011, 08:54:32 pm
I'll be there 8)


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on September 29, 2011, 08:38:38 am
Pat,
Does the smiley with glasses on mean you'll be lurking in the shadows are just cool?
I'd hope you'lll be there as I believe you'll have something for me? :biggrin:
Loook forward to seeing everyone!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on September 29, 2011, 09:24:25 am
Yeah I think I be picking it up this weekend from Kilroy .
Just to be there low key and to meet people and chat it up with the crew.
 8)


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Funtronics on September 29, 2011, 10:03:51 am
Janet and I will be there for sure.  :drinking:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: BONOVOX on September 29, 2011, 02:14:02 pm
Ill be at the show, but leaving my house after work Thursday at 6pm... 8hr drive from here, with gas stops and such, hope to be there for 5am on Friday!  Shop till I drop and then make the drive back to be home to put the kids to bed  :Oo: is what I'll be lookin like after all that lol


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: dr galaga on September 29, 2011, 06:00:52 pm
Not sure if I am heading over to the show this time. My old high school radio station, where I spent 4 years as a students and 15 years running it, is having a 35 year "reunion" that weekend.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: MCarter on September 29, 2011, 06:01:56 pm
I will be there with Harrison. Are we going to bring soda from our area to pass around? I know we talked about it. If so i will bring some Dad's root beer in glass if we are.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Slider-Bob on September 29, 2011, 08:05:35 pm
I'm still on the fence if I'm going.  It's TBD for now.  Pat P generously offered a ride with him if any of the Michigan Mafia wanted to make the trip with him (and I would gladly contribute to the travel costs) and John (Sign Guy) offered to split his expenses for the outside parking lot sales on Friday that required the dealer permit to sell in parking lot area.  I have numerous sliders that I may offer for sale, along with that Transitional Faygo VMC 81 mentioned in previous posts.  I'd really like to go as I've never been there, but I'm not sure if I want to just go as a buyer (with Pat P) or as both as buyer/seller on my own.  I can haul my stuff down there if I decide to sell...I'm just not sure yet if that's the route I want to go with (sell vs. buy). I think I'll decide as the date draws closer, where I can see what I still have for sale and if I can make the trip.  I had 3 emails today from people wanting coin boxes, racks, cap catchers and side doors for sliders.  At this rate, I may not have much to sell by the time November rolls around.  I just want to go really bad to meet other members, to take it all in, and to just see what it's all about!!!  Anybody else on the fence?


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: David D on September 29, 2011, 09:27:43 pm
I'll try to make it Thursday night.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: rayg on September 29, 2011, 10:34:38 pm
Bob,  I'm still on the fence too, I'm thinking about going (1st timer) and taking the wife's mini van  "it can hold allot" but not looking forward to the 5~6 hour ride. :Oo: For work,  I used to have drive to Chicago once a month for a few years straight and still do allot of driving for them.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: davethebirdman on September 29, 2011, 11:26:35 pm

If it were only 5 hours away from me and I had never been before and there was a cahnce to meet up with a load of guys who share my
hobby I'd definately be going.

Get in that van and get down there.



Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on September 30, 2011, 08:38:14 am
If it were only 5 hours away from me and I had never been before and there was a cahnce to meet up with a load of guys who share my
hobby I'd definately be going.

Get in that van and get down there.



We'll said Dave!!!  All I can say is if you havne't been there, then this is the time to come.. not to mention the good group of guys/gals on hand, but it's just plain fun... if your a regular on this site and love what others have to post about, etc... then this is like a real life version of a website.. actual people finding deals, makeing deals , finding things to add to their collection and the best part, you can see what they are getting first hand!  pretty cool..
and like I said if you have something you want to sell, your more than welcome to drop it by my booth, it'll be me and a buddy heading down this year.  oh and those within 5-6 hours.. it's not a bad drive!  (wow, I sound like it's my show or something?) I just have fun seeing everyone! :happydrinkers:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Funtronics on September 30, 2011, 12:55:41 pm

I bought the Canadan Dry slider off of Bob. Would anyone be able to bring it to the Chicago show for me? Would pay a small fee for delivering it.
Thanks



I'm still on the fence if I'm going.  It's TBD for now.  Pat P generously offered a ride with him if any of the Michigan Mafia wanted to make the trip with him (and I would gladly contribute to the travel costs) and John (Sign Guy) offered to split his expenses for the outside parking lot sales on Friday that required the dealer permit to sell in parking lot area.  I have numerous sliders that I may offer for sale, along with that Transitional Faygo VMC 81 mentioned in previous posts.  I'd really like to go as I've never been there, but I'm not sure if I want to just go as a buyer (with Pat P) or as both as buyer/seller on my own.  I can haul my stuff down there if I decide to sell...I'm just not sure yet if that's the route I want to go with (sell vs. buy). I think I'll decide as the date draws closer, where I can see what I still have for sale and if I can make the trip.  I had 3 emails today from people wanting coin boxes, racks, cap catchers and side doors for sliders.  At this rate, I may not have much to sell by the time November rolls around.  I just want to go really bad to meet other members, to take it all in, and to just see what it's all about!!!  Anybody else on the fence?


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: TomFromJersey on October 01, 2011, 11:54:19 pm
C'mon guys 5 hours is nothing.....it's 15 for me. I plan on taking delivery of a very cool fantasy piece, and displaying it in my booth inside.
  TFJ


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: bubba on October 02, 2011, 07:15:34 am
C'mon guys 5 hours is nothing.....it's 15 for me. I plan on taking delivery of a very cool fantasy piece, and displaying it in my booth inside.
  TFJ

Grapette 81??


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: rayg on October 02, 2011, 03:26:01 pm
You guys are right if everything goes right and I can get my buddy to go, then I'll probably be there. I would like to find  something cool to take home... Maybe a 1950's~1960's slot machine, not so old that it's too expensive, but not too new that it huge.
Any ideas what to look for?

Ray  


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: davethebirdman on October 02, 2011, 04:17:17 pm
Ray - Why not go for a 1930's trade stimulator. They are great to play (especially the 21 machines) and 
are just the right size.



Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: fabes on October 02, 2011, 06:20:13 pm
What day is the Portillo's get-together? Thurs? I'm in Chicago, so I'm pretty sure I'll be going. It'll be great to meet you guys. I'd like nothing more then to shake your hands for all the help on my machine thus far and see some good stuff at the show.
-Pete


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on October 02, 2011, 07:32:53 pm
Well I'm set to go.   I picked up A few machines one for signguy and one for Rod , the 4Hr road trip to Kilroy's place then we had to wait two hours
for SliderBob to show up with a machine then harassed from Bob making me unload his vehicle and watching me load it in the back of my truck
by myself and then telling me too stay out of Kilroy's parents garage , Then Kilroy and Bob blaming me from taking them away from the Lion's game
(can you believe them WOW!!!)   :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:  
 So Rod & John you guys are set and we will settle up there  You may have to buy me a beer just from the harassment  from those two.

PS Don't believe what those two might say  :laugh: :laugh:


 Hey one more thing  for Thursday night are we going to still do the Glass vs Can vs Plastic in Coke and or Dr. Pepper Taste test  ??


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: cokemachinesandmore on October 02, 2011, 08:18:16 pm
let me know if the taste test is on, i have almost a full case of dublin dr pepper i will donate to the taste test.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Funtronics on October 02, 2011, 08:24:17 pm
[Thanks Pat:
Sorry for all the trouble. Thursday night should be a good time. A store here had Ski soda in bottles. I will bring some for everyone to taste.

quote author=Pat Pixley link=topic=13774.msg106494#msg106494 date=1317601973]
Well I'm set to go.   I picked up A few machines one for signguy and one for Rod , the 4Hr road trip to Kilroy's place then we had to wait two hours
for SliderBob to show up with a machine then harassed from Bob making me unload his vehicle and watching me load it in the back of my truck
by myself and then telling me too stay out of Kilroy's parents garage , Then Kilroy and Bob blaming me from taking them away from the Lion's game
(can you believe them WOW!!!)   :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:  
 So Rod & John you guys are set and we will settle up there  You may have to buy me a beer just from the harassment  from those two.

PS Don't believe what those two might say  :laugh: :laugh:


 Hey one more thing  for Thursday night are we going to still do the Glass vs Can vs Plastic in Coke and or Dr. Pepper Taste test  ??
[/quote]


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: TomFromJersey on October 02, 2011, 08:43:04 pm
Close Ken....it's not an 81...but it is Grapette!!!
   TFJ


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: cokemachinesandmore on October 02, 2011, 08:45:13 pm
is it a grapette picnic cooler


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: collecture on October 03, 2011, 12:28:12 am
Then Kilroy and Bob blaming me from taking them away from the Lion's game (can you believe them WOW!!!)

Was it during the first half or second half? First half - ehhh? Second half - I'd be bummed too (if I were a Lions fan).


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Slider-Bob on October 03, 2011, 08:24:56 am
Man...for the 1st time ever, Pat actually had to get in his truck and drive to pick up a machine!  He's so used to everyone bringing machines to him, that he now knows what that involves.  He even called me 2 hours later after he left Kilroy's parents house saying he was still on the road going home.  (By the way, it's a 1 hour drive tops from Kilroy's parents to Pat's house (not 4 hours), but then again, only Pat knows what mischief he got into on the way home!  He probably bought another machine on his way home in the back roads of Michigan!

Actually, Pat should get the Godd Samaritan award for the day...He helped out 2 local collectors (me and Kilroy), helped out 2 michigan Neihbor collectors (Rod and John), and even helped JohnieG move that day.  WHAT A GUY!  Thanks buddy!  We all owe you one!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Slider-Bob on October 03, 2011, 08:26:38 am
I mean to say Good Samaritan, but actually Godd Samaritan may be more appropriate!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on October 03, 2011, 09:23:51 am
Here's to You Pat  :happydrinkers: I'm raising a glass to you now and be certain, I'll be glad to hoist a few more with you on Thursday! Leave your Beer Money at Home! or save it and put it towards something cool at the show!
Thanks much... look forward to seeing you guys in November!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Kilroy on October 03, 2011, 01:07:44 pm
I must have got a contact beer buzz from Ideal Bob since i don't remember any of the events  yesterday happening  as Pat described them.

I remember turning off the car radio to tell Bob we were on our way back, seconds later I was told the greatest comeback in Lions history started.
I Remember Pat marvelling at the paved roads and indoor plumbing, I guess it's not readily available in his neck of the woods.

Overall, hooked up with three board members, so it was a good afternoon  after all


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 01, 2011, 11:27:38 am
Ok,
Not sure about the rest of you, but I'm getting excited about Chicago coming up next week already... will be getting the trailer loaded this weekend even though not heading out till Thursday First thing.

So just a reminder, we are meeting at Portillos restaurant and we do have the Side Room availabe once again,, and a HUGE THANK YOU TO FUNTRONICS for picking up the Room Charge! Thanks Rod and Janet!!!  
we have the room anytime after 6pm on Thursday Nov. 10th...

for those of you who have not been there, it's right next door to Pheasant Run and in front of the Target Store.  It's a counter service type of dining so order what you want and bring it into the room and I'm sure we'll have a great time once again!

Look forward to seeing everyone!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Eric on November 01, 2011, 12:19:12 pm
Wife and I will be there! Looking forward to getting away and seeing good friends! Have a safe trip everyone!
See you all Thursday night!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 01, 2011, 12:57:33 pm
I'll be there  :smile:.
Question  for those that stay Friday night  I was thinking of meeting back up for dinner and talk about what we bought or saw any thoughts  ??


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 01, 2011, 03:24:36 pm


Sorry But I won't Be Making The Dinner .The Wife & I woun't be traveling Till after She gets off work  at 4:30 

And It Still up IN the air If I'm Coming Up ??? But It's Looking Pretty Good Right Now .


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 02, 2011, 07:09:39 pm
 :happydrinkers: :drinking:

Well It's a GO !!!!!  I have made the Hotel Reservations 1/2 mile South of the Resort . Me & the Wife Will Be in Probably Late So I don't Think at this Time well be there for the Dinner >But You Never know ?? Look Forward To Meeting some of the members On Friday Morning at some point .

I may not be able to walk around as much As im still recovering from knee surgery on Both Knees (Not Replacements ) But I have Been Very Humbled by this experience .

 But looking Forward to seeing My Friends  Larry & Pat Again  :smile:  


Come on Next Week !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Larry on November 03, 2011, 08:49:32 am
Leonard,

I'm going to be in Ohio that weekend. :biggrin:Just kidding.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Kilroy on November 03, 2011, 08:57:23 am
Darn Len, I was hoping you could help me move a juke box that weekend
 :)


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 03, 2011, 09:14:05 am
Just an idea, maybe a dumb one but thought I'd throw it out there?
I know alot of us will be getting together on Thursday night to put names with faces and such, but also a fair amount of people , like Leanord, will not be there and personally I don't know him...

would we look like geeks walking around with a sticker on our jacket saying (Member SMC) or something like that? that way if we see someone who we don't recognize that morning and want to say hi, we'd know he/she was  member?

I could have the stickers available at my trailer that morning for people to pick up??

just an idea? take it or leave it... I can make up the stickers and bring them of we like it or not..

John


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 03, 2011, 09:26:28 am


   AH . Phooey  Larry 

Here's What we can Do You Leave the door un-locked And I Promise Not to break any of your games while Im there  :laugh:
I'll  Call you this evening .

Kilroy . How you doing ? Sorry You not going to the show  :down:  But If You need Help .I think I can trick Pat in to Helping LOL  I'll Call You Today also .

Sign Guy   Might be a Good Ideal Maybe Just Have SMC on them   So as a groupe we know


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Funtronics on November 03, 2011, 10:03:11 am
That one time Janet made name tags. I don't know about the rest of you but I am terriable remembering names. I hate walking up to someone and talking to them and not remembering there name.  I would vote for name tags.  :hopefull:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Slider-Bob on November 03, 2011, 04:51:00 pm
I'm bummed but I can't make it.  I have to work nights Nov 7-11 swapping out PC's after hours at Ford WHQ.  It was originally scheduled for the week of 10/17, but the new PC's didn't show up on time.  I'd say sometimes I can't catch a break, but I caught a huge break today in selling my 63, so that's not true.  Thanks Moondawg!  I went from 6 machines down to 1 machine in the last 6 weeks.  It would be a great time to buy   :veryangry:  Have fun everyone!



Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Seven181 on November 03, 2011, 05:03:28 pm
Gang,

I am in! I moved around my travel schedule and will be able to attend the Thursday night event. Look forward to hunting with all of you on Friday!

Brian


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 03, 2011, 07:20:37 pm
So Brian that is a good news that your going to be there Thursday night. :smile:
 


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 04, 2011, 08:35:19 pm

  So Lets See Whos on the List TO Be at the Least at the Show on Friday Morning

ME !! AROUND 6-7Am ( I know its late )

Pat
Brian
Matt
Harrison
Rod & Janet
SignGuy
????


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: TomFromJersey on November 04, 2011, 10:31:28 pm
Looks like it'll be me an Eric out there early!!!!
  TFJ


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 05, 2011, 06:07:10 pm
we'll be early again I'm sure... but Eric and Tom always seem to beat us all.. I swear they sleep out there.
 :biggrin:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 05, 2011, 06:38:50 pm
I'll be out there early 4AM  is that the time that Matt & Eric out there ?
   


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Seven181 on November 05, 2011, 08:53:48 pm
I will be out at 4 am. Always see Eric out there! Need the Hot Chocolate or Coffee again!





Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Eric on November 06, 2011, 04:45:16 pm
I'll be there 4-ish... and at the dinner.... ALMOST HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :happydrinkers:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 07, 2011, 04:37:58 pm
Counting down  :biggrin:  :biggrin:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: MCarter on November 07, 2011, 04:46:23 pm
What time is the meet and greet?


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 07, 2011, 05:27:24 pm
We have the room starting at 6pm.. I should be arriving around then..

See you all on Thursday!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Jim on November 07, 2011, 06:17:55 pm
I hope everyone arrives both to the show and home again safely ! ! !
Take plenty of pictures for us ! ! !


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 07, 2011, 09:25:54 pm


 Thanks Jim ,

I'm Planing On a Camara But I most Likely Won't be Up with the Main Group at 4;00 am I'm Still Working On Walking Long Pierods of time So I'll Wait Till it Gets Light And Catch Up with Everyone

My Plan Is To See & Meet Everyone & Then hang With Larry & Pat Later on in the day& hopefully Go to Dinner With Larry & His Wife My Wife & Pat

So I count = 11 ???
Larry ???
Me (Leonard )
Pat Pixley
Brian (Seven181)
Matt
Harrison
Rod & Janet
John (Signguy)
Tom  (TFJ )
Eric


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 08, 2011, 08:31:03 pm
Ok Showing up thursday  have a case of Vernors  Matt Carter want at least a six pack he is trading a six pack of Dad's root beer  .
So does anybody else want to do some soda trading  would really like a a six pack of Pepsi in glass   :biggrin: :biggrin: or some
Sun drop  :biggrin: :biggrin:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: MCarter on November 08, 2011, 08:42:04 pm
I got about 7 Dad's , 3 Nehi Grape, 4 Sundrops, Diet Dr. Pepper, Nehi Orange. Sorry Pat i have no pepsi's

These are packed in the cooler ready to Chicago


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 08, 2011, 08:53:51 pm
ok Matt Ill do the 6 Dads and if you can do 6 Sundrops that will get you a 12 pack . :smile:
The Nehi & Diet Dr Pepper I can get,   I got Leonard a case of Diet Dr Pepper ,
Pepsi is what I cant seem to get  :drinking:  


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Seven181 on November 08, 2011, 10:21:08 pm
I will be there tomorrow around 2 pm or so.


Brian


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 08, 2011, 10:35:56 pm
hey Brian that good  I'm looking to be there around 12 noon or 2 , I have to stop in the Lincoln park area and drop off
supplies to my daughter :smile: 


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Seven181 on November 08, 2011, 11:14:09 pm
Give me a call when you get into town.

Brian


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 08, 2011, 11:21:02 pm
Will do my friend . 8)


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 08, 2011, 11:31:42 pm
My guess is that number will double.. I have a friend coming with me, and there are usually a few more that just show up... we have a big room so it'll be great..

Drive safe, we'll see you Thursday late aft /eve...

Pat, can you text me your phone number... so I can call you when I get in town..

Later

john


 Thanks Jim ,

I'm Planing On a Camara But I most Likely Won't be Up with the Main Group at 4;00 am I'm Still Working On Walking Long Pierods of time So I'll Wait Till it Gets Light And Catch Up with Everyone

My Plan Is To See & Meet Everyone & Then hang With Larry & Pat Later on in the day& hopefully Go to Dinner With Larry & His Wife My Wife & Pat

So I count = 11 ???
Larry ???
Me (Leonard )
Pat Pixley
Brian (Seven181)
Matt
Harrison
Rod & Janet
John (Signguy)
Tom  (TFJ )
Eric


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 09, 2011, 11:16:11 am
Pat, can you text me your phone number... so I can call you when I get in town..
Later
john



  John  sent you a PM .

   


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: MCarter on November 09, 2011, 02:24:51 pm
Anyone who is coming to Chicago.   Bring warm clothes. I freakin cold and windy today

Nothing to report on Kane Cty maybe tomorrow


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 09, 2011, 04:48:10 pm
Hey, Matt

As the Man On Point .What Are The Weather Man Saying About Tomorrow & Friday At This Point ? 
In Cincinnati There Saying That Iowa Is Getting Up To 10 inches Of Snow ,So Will It Be heading To Chicago ?
Please !!  Keep Me / Us in the south informed the best You Can (My Thanks  :smile:) If there Any amount Of Snow I may have to Re-think My Trip ( :darn: :censored: )

Leonard


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: dr galaga on November 09, 2011, 08:16:43 pm
Looks like I'll be heading over to the show on Saturday. If anyone is still going to be around, keep an due out for me. I plan on wearing my Space Invaders hoodie (has the alien from the sideart on it). Have fun tomorrow night. Hopefully you guys will be doing if again later when I can play hooky from work the next day!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Kilroy on November 09, 2011, 08:18:03 pm
Have fun guys. Bring back some great stories. And machines


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: collecture on November 09, 2011, 08:28:00 pm
Yeah....everyone travel safe to and from!!
If you find any incredible deals, think of me!!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Seven181 on November 09, 2011, 09:24:45 pm
I am here and I saw Matt. IT's COLD UP HERE!!!   :darn: Bring warm jackets, gloves and everything else. No snow coming and sunny on Fri and Sat, but cooler. High near 50 they say.

Brian


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 09, 2011, 09:50:44 pm

Thanks Brian  :smile:  See You tomorrow Or Friday Morning      Buy Me something  :laugh:

DrGalaga   i'll be going to the  show on saturday  Inside  Don't Want to Pay the $50 Buck For Friday For the Wife & Me


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 09, 2011, 10:57:04 pm
Thanks Brian  :smile:  See You tomorrow Or Friday Morning      Buy Me something  :laugh:

DrGalaga   i'll be going to the  show on saturday  Inside  Don't Want to Pay the $50 Buck For Friday For the Wife & Me

keep in mind it's only 50 bucks for the inside dealer preview on Friday.. outside is Free to all... Come and shop!


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: mznb1u on November 10, 2011, 08:27:34 am
So tomorrow morning is kind of like opening day for SMC hunters!  Good luck boys and make sure you wear some blaze orange so you don't get taken out by a picker!  :biggrin: 8) :laugh:

 :drinking: Tim :drinking:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 10, 2011, 03:26:24 pm
Got here this morning at about 10:45 this morning was going to meet up with my daughter but that got changed she had ex spell 2 studens today and
had to meet with the parents .

 But got to meet up with Matt & Brian and when to a few places today   then we meet up with Rod and Janet and delivered a Canada dry slider  :biggrin:
   Then tonight get to meet up with everybody else. :biggrin:

 Good time today :smile:

   As lo ran into cokemachine sandmore ( and i know I will screw up the spelling so sorry Diego) coming into the show as Brian & I were heading out.
 that was good :smile:.
  
    


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Creighton on November 10, 2011, 04:36:39 pm
With any luck will make next year. Hope all have a great time!!
Creighton


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 10, 2011, 05:29:25 pm

Well I made It I'm Here !!!  Even With The Snow I had To drive threwin Chicago  :smile:

I got Here To the Hotel at 3:30  Which Is 3 hrs Earlyer then I thought .

Look Forward To Seeing Friends & Meeting New Ones

Leonard


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 11, 2011, 01:54:53 pm
Well Just finished up for the day back at the Hotel  it was a good day, walked around with Matt & Brian
Saw Eric a few time and saw Tom  saw Rod a few time  He  bought a nice little Cavalier 64 ( Darn  missed it you lucky dog :tounge:)
 John (Signguy) and his friend  they did well at selling  today.

Bought a few things pictures will follow  of what I bought a of the show   :smile:.




 


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: MCarter on November 11, 2011, 09:46:14 pm
Ok Guys here is some pictures from the show. The 1st set is from the Kane Cty. And the Cash Register Show, The 2nd set is from the Meet and Greet and the 3rd set is from this morning. I didn't buy anything today. Man there was a ton of Slidrs and Gulwings.

Enjoy  :happydrinkers:


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Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: BrianS on November 12, 2011, 12:20:29 am
Thanks a lot for the pics!  Look forward to attending some day


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Swachtelncc on November 12, 2011, 09:58:12 am
Nice pictures, looked like a fun time. 


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Chedki on November 12, 2011, 12:57:14 pm
Nice Nehi machine. Never seen a soda machine like that before.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Jim on November 12, 2011, 03:26:30 pm
Matt,
Thanks for keeping us up-to-date with your photos ! ! !

How were prices in relation to quality of items...?


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 12, 2011, 06:14:27 pm
Over all , thought the show was a good one once again.. we did well on selling some items, by buddy did really well selling EVERY Gas / Oil item he brought.. 3 pumps, signs, oilers, greasers,  about 3 signs and one coin op gumball machine for 10 bucks... I sold a Stoner Jr, uselect it a popcorn warmer and a few small stuff.. picked up some other machines that where pre purchased and hauled in from all areas from Some of the Great Members here on SMC!
So big thanks to Brian (Seven181), and Pat Pixley for Helping me out ...

The dinner was once again the highlight, alwasy great to see everyone, and then see them again Friday morning and talking about what they saw, bought or missed...

outside sales I thought ended earlier than years past... and seemed to dry up around 11am ... but when you start at 5.. thats plenty of time too..

I didn't take pictures as I didn't walk around much... so thanks for Matt for posting some for those who can't make it...

there where only a few people I didn't get to meet from the site that got in late Thursday or Friday so would like to hear their take.. I think Bonovox was one? not sure who else?

Overall, another great time.. we are talking about doing the spring show as well this year.. it's been a while so we try it .

later

John


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 12, 2011, 09:58:22 pm
Ok My turn to post some pictures


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 12, 2011, 10:15:09 pm
A few more


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 12, 2011, 10:26:02 pm
and a few things I bought


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Slider-Bob on November 12, 2011, 10:31:54 pm
Nice score of the signs Pat.  Thanks for posting pics.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 12, 2011, 10:34:20 pm
And a few more things , I should have bought the Pepsi & the Vernor's sign


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Slapshot42 on November 12, 2011, 11:11:21 pm
Ok My turn to post some pictures

How much was the Vendo Ice Cream Machine?

Jared


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: rayg on November 12, 2011, 11:27:45 pm
Pat ,
Thanks for sharing the pic's .......How much was the Vernor's sign going for? Also really like the 7Up clock you got.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 12, 2011, 11:46:58 pm
How much was the Vendo Ice Cream Machine?

Jared
  The ice cream machine the guy was asking $1200 and that was some time around 11:30 or noon
Pat ,
.How much was the Vernor's sign going for? Also really like the 7Up clock you got.
Ray this guy ws asking $100 for it .  I just had a problem  pulling the trigger on cardboard. :upside:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Jim on November 13, 2011, 09:02:45 am
Very nice Pat ! ! !
Thanks for the photos!
Congrats on the new additions ! ! !


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 13, 2011, 08:23:28 pm

Ok !Guys

 I have a Few Pictures Of the Show But there Distance Shots . My Main Goal was To Visit My Friends Larry & Pat & Brian . And To Meet some of the Other Member and a Couple I haven't seen in awhile Matt & Harrision . Dinner was Good & I did Get to say Hello To Rod & Janet (Rod Seems To Get Most Of the Attention  :smile: ) I did meet SignGuy & His Friend and also Eric & His Wife Briefly and a Couple Other Sorry If I have Forgoten names .

Everyone was Saying There Hitting the lot a 4:00 am . NOT ME  :tounge: Not my Plan But I woke up at 4:16 looked outside Checked the Weather Temp 28 degrees Back to the Warm Bed I went (Also My Knees were Hurting Still from Standing at Dinner )  I did get Up Had Breakfast at 6:30 and at Show at 7:00 As I was there really only to Look & Not really Buy . I hooked up with Pat & Brian as they were on the way to Brian's Van with a C-33 7Up Brain Got . Then Basically walked around & Thought to myself Some People Have a Lot of Money .

Pictures 1 Distance Shot Picture 2 Pat on the Hunt  :Oo:  Pic 3 Distance 4Distance


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 13, 2011, 08:32:00 pm
  And a Couple More .

Also The Last Picture Was a Hot Air Popper I got for my Wife That Larry was Greatfull enough to Pick-up and store for me  a few months back Many Many Thanks To Larry & His Wife Kim  For Again allowing us & Pat to Visit & Hang out and Play All there GREAT Games In His Basement . I Look Forward to Returning To Larrys again in the Future  :happydrinkers:

Picture 5 Distance
Picture 6 Distance
Picture 7 Brain & Pat Looking To Score
Picture 8 Is The Popper I picked up at Larrys  :smile:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 13, 2011, 09:31:46 pm
Hey Leonard Like the Hot air popcorn popper < and it was a real pleasure in meeting Larry & and his wife Kim  and then getting to go down to the man cave
where it was a jaw dropper in all the cool stuff all in one room , Leonard ask me later on the ride home  what was wrong you hardly played any games
I told him it was because I keep tripping over my own tongue everything Larry had was top notch stuff  :smile:.

And I did not know you took those pictures 8)


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 13, 2011, 09:39:17 pm
I vote we have Dinner and our SMC meetin at Larry's Next year!... we'll get pizza's and Beer and play Games all night!

Oh I guess we better ask Larry first.... What do ya say! :glare: :biggrin:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Larry on November 13, 2011, 10:45:56 pm
The more the merrier.  As long as you don't mind the hour and a half ride through traffic, make that two with construction, before you get to my house.  Probably the longest thirty miles of the night.  

Maybe I'll have the Ditchburn and Stoner Coffee done by then.  We can drink whiskey and water out of the Ditchburn and then sober up with the coffee from the Stoner.   :tounge:  I just have to find a spot for them. :Oo:

Hey Leonard, we did get Pat to play the Bally Spinner.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Ltransam on November 13, 2011, 11:01:03 pm


 Hey Buddy  :smile:

 Your Right !! He Did DUST off his tongue once  :laugh: :laugh:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: collecture on November 13, 2011, 11:13:25 pm
Larry - did you have the Music Mite playing like you had hoped?


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Larry on November 13, 2011, 11:23:08 pm
Nope not yet.  Getting close.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Pat Pixley on November 14, 2011, 12:00:37 am
Hey Leonard, we did get Pat to play the Bally Spinner.

 That Was a cool game  8)   I have to find one of those :tounge: .

Hey Larry sending you a PM  and thanks again for the great time Friday Night  :smile:


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Funtronics on November 14, 2011, 08:47:14 am
L@@K at this guy.  :biggrin: He looks like a proud new daddy with a new baby boy.... :laugh: Great find Eric......


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: Eric on November 14, 2011, 09:09:55 am
Ha... Yeah pretty happy with it... It's dated 1940 printed in Lynchberg, VA where I went to college. Guess it was meant to be.
 :smile:

I found a pic of a Coke one on eBay.. Need to contact Allen and get more measurements
but I think the best way to display this would be make it what it was... a bench.


Title: Re: Chicago Roll Call and Party Room Reservation
Post by: SIGNGUY on November 14, 2011, 10:28:07 am
Great Score Eric,,, I saw that sign, thought it was a fantasy one so didn't bother calling you on it... Glad you found it and Got to go home with something! Awesome..