GTG London/SW Ontario

[TDIMeister]

Hey, guys,

Sorry if this is in the wrong place, I couldn't find a more appropriate location for it...

Back before the forum move I posted about a GTG in the London/SW Ontario area specifically for VW Diesel nuts.  At the time, the date and place were still tentative, but I am pleased to let you know that we are confirmed for June 19th in Dorchester, about 20 minutes east of London on the near side from T.O. and not far off the 401. Drive time should not be more than 1h15m from the 401 and Pearson Airport...

A little bio on the host of the GTG is in order.  Gerry (a.k.a. DIESEL DAZZLER) is the head tech at a SW Ontario VW dealership, and his experience in Diesels spans several decades on everything between big-rig trucks and VWs.  Some of his projects include an amazingly detailed 2/3 scale Kenworth powered by a VW 1.6 Diesel and his custom Caddy TDI that he drives practically daily.  This car, my friends, has an air suspension system and full drive-by-wire electronics swapped into an A1!  Needless to say, the man is a VW Diesel genius, and one of the nicest guys I know... which I why I believe some of the local guys from this board NEED to come to this GTG





Directions will be posted soon, but I'd like to get an idea as to who is coming as we're expecting a pretty good-sized turn-out, and we'll need to plan for food and making space for an influx of cars.

More info can be found here, but I will update this thread as developments arise on the TDIClub page.

P.S.: There are spots and ample tools and facilities to do some wrenching (by advance request, and first-come-first-served) or just chill out in wide-open space (bring a lawn chair).

[TDIMeister]

Oh yeah, for those auto-crossers among us, on the day after this GTG, on Sunday June 20th, there will be an event hosted by WOSCA (Western Ontario Sports Car Association) in Woodstock, which is about half-an-hour from London/Dorchester.

I plan on participating, as is another TDI'er.  It would be cool to have a good-sized Diesel contingent present  :lol:

[fspGTD]

Oh MAN, I wish I could join you guys...   :cry:

I want to hear a report when it's done!  

[BlackTieTD]

i'm there! ..and i imagine with all that knowledge on hand, i will want to turn a few wrenches as well while i'm there. will try to free up the whole weekend and make the auto-x as well.  

[RedRotors]

Dave,

I did edit your post to make this up the list, it will be a good reminder..

Marc/

[TDIMeister]

Dave,

I did edit your post to make this up the list, it will be a good reminder..

Marc/

Huge thanks, Marc!

On another note, will there be a GTG in the Montreal area in the near future?  I would like to hang out with you guys and take the opportunity to pick up my pump and show you some interesting cam stuff...

Is your buddy who machines the 12mm pumps set back-up?  I would still like to send up an A4 11mm pump to be converted to 12.

So far, I've gotten correspondences that the following will try to attend:
QuickTD
Dr. Diesel
BlackTieTD

Edit: plus a couple of others from the old site

[RedRotors]

Dave,

I've been far from the Net since a fews weeks, i got your last email, so i will reply it on sunday, im out of the town this weekend.. Actually the only GTG we have is on the Tuesday night..

I spoke with Dr. Diesel and i will try to go at your GTG on June 19th.. So i will be able to give you your pump and pick up the other one..

Regards,
Marc/

[Dr. Diesel]

Hey, can we get a mapquest map of the location? Also, details on the autocross?
Thanks!
Dr. D.

[TDIMeister]

Hey, can we get a mapquest map of the location? Also, details on the autocross?
Thanks!
Dr. D.

Sorry for the long wait.  Been busy!


As requested, directions and map to Gerry's place:

- From Hwy. 401, take exit 199, Dorchester Road and head north in to town.

- There is a Tim Hortons on the left hand side about 1/2 km before the end of Dorchester Rd, which intersects with Hamilton Road.

- Turn left at Hamilton Road; and then a quick right on to Bridge St.

- At the end of Bridge St is a 3-way stop and a TD Canada Trust bank straight ahead. Turn left on to Catherine Street and make the first right on to Charles St. Follow around the bend; the number is 26 on the right hand side. Just look for all the VWs  



We will have a pot luck / BBQ for lunch.  A little something to go around is not obligatory but would be appreciated.

More info here.

Details on the Auto-X in Woodstock on Sunday, June 20th (day after the GTG) can be found at www.wosca.com (site was down at last attempt).  There is another Auto-X this Sunday in the same location in Woodstock; as much as I'd like to make it, I have other plans.  But the 20th will be a definite!

[BlackTieTD]

looking forward to saturday! what type of things should we bring? beef? salads? non-alcoholic beverages?  :lol:

[TDIMeister]

looking forward to saturday! what type of things should we bring? beef? salads? non-alcoholic beverages?  :lol:

Whatever, you like  

[BlackTieTD]

how can i get in touch with Gerry (a.k.a. DIESEL DAZZLER)?

[Turbo DS]

So, its still on for Sat the 19th?

[TDIMeister]

Yep!  

[BigggWilly]

Hey guys, hows it going? I just checked this board for the first time yesterday, and i'm glad I did. I live in London, and about a month ago I got my first car, a 1.6L NA jetta. I changed the timing belt and head gasket, but i'm sure talking with the pro's will help me out a lot! What time is everybody going to show up? I think I might swap my transmission tonight, so hopefully i'll be able to make it tomorrow. I also have to be in tornonto by 8:00pm tomorrow, so i'll just be able to stop by for a little bit

This'll be my first get together, so be nice!

Thanks,

Will.