2008 Columbus, OH Spring M&G

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Some info for all of the numbers folks......

31 states, DC and Canada represented.

Alaska – 1, Arizona – 2, Arkansas – 1, California -2, Delaware – 1, Florida – 7, Georgia – 3, Indiana – 5, Illinois – 15, Kansas – 3, Kentucky – 5, Louisiana – 1, Maryland – 4, Massachusetts – 1, Michigan – 16, Missouri – 3, Montana – 1, Nevada – 1, New Jersey – 1, New Mexico – 2, New York – 10, North Carolina – 1, Ohio – 71, Oklahoma – 3, Pennsylvania – 7, Tennessee – 1, Texas – 4, Virginia – 10, West Virgina – 2, Wisconsin – 2, Wyoming – 1, DC – 2, Canada – 3

Wow!

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Anthony Carter & Chuck Green are extremely proud to announce the signing of C3 Motorsports to the 2008 LX & Beyond Nationals. Bill Cochrane, owner of C3 Motorsports and designer of the 2007 Chrysler Design award-winning Charger SRT8 shown at last year’s SEMA convention is coming to Columbus, Ohio to do a LIVE, very unique, both visual and performance makeover on ONE lucky Participant’s car!!!

Example of custom LX done by C3 Motorsports:

This Extreme LX Makeover prize package will include the following items:
Corsa Catback Performance Exhaust, American Racing Performance Headers, Grip Tuning Body Kit (including mesh inserts), Tommy Z Design Hood, Billet Technology Complete Under the Hood & Interior Dress-Up Kit, Nitrous Express Kit, GSM Intake and Chip (along with custom tune), Throttle Body & Strut Tower Brace, US Wheels (set of 4), Goodyear Tires (set of 4), Eibach Springs, RotorPro Rotors and Roadwire Custom Leather Interior. In addition, C3 Motorsports will do custom paint; install graphics, tinted tail lights and side markers, halos and interior lighting.

Makeover package is valued at $15,000.00 and it will be done to one lucky pre-registered participant’s vehicle during the weekend of the event. (Pre-registration deadline Apr 30)

Rules:
- Tell Bill Cochrane why you’re LX or someone you know deserves/needs a makeover.
- E-mail Bill Cochrane at bcochrane@c3motors.com
- Submissions MUST be sent via e-mail (NOT accepted in-person)
- MUST be pre-registered before the April 30 deadline
- Eligible vehicles: 2005-newer Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum and Chrysler 300
- MUST be the owner of the vehicle. (NO leased vehicles permitted)
- Car MUST be in running condition.
- Selected participant’s vehicle MUST be released to C3 Motorsports for entire weekend and will be returned on Sunday.
- Deadline for Contest Entries: Wednesday, April 30

Best of Luck!!!
Chuck Green & Anthony Carter

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YES. Others are allowed to submit a letter to nominate someone else. Very good idea.

Its up to them to accept if they are chosen.

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The block of rooms we have reserved for the LX & BEYOND NATIONALS will be released back to the public on the following dates:

******THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2008******

Headquarters Hotel
The Wingate Inn - Polaris
-LIMITED AVAILABILITY-
8505 Pulsar Place, Columbus, OH 43240
Group Code: LXBY, Rate: $85.00 S/D
(614) 844-5888

******TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2008******

Additional Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn - Polaris
8535 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240
Group Code: ACG, Rate: $99.00 S/D (Thursday);
$90.00 S/D - (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
(614) 846-8884

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More news about the event......

Originally Posted by JusticePete

Chuck and Anthony asked if we could accommodate LX Tuning requests on the Pedders / Backstreet Dyno we are bringing to the Nationals with our Dealers: Backstreet , Precision and Vengeance. Mike, Eric and Bob will collaborate and tune both days. You'll get THREE times the expertise for less than a standard tune. We have such a GREAT Dealer TEAM, that they had no problem TEAMING up for this.

Three TUNERS, one Dyno and Two LX and Beyond Nationals Special Prices.
Pedders Tuning Triumvirate: Backstreet, Precision and Vengeance

Normally Aspirated Vehicles: $449.95
Forced Induction / Sprayed Vehicles: $549.95

This does NOT include the cost of your Predator. You are welcome to provide your own Predator or you can buy them from one of our Dealers.

Please book your tuning session in advance. Contact Rich Johnson to set your tuning appointment.

Rich Johnson / LX Dyno Tune Appointments
Back Street Performance
O 330.764.1923
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Chuck and Anthony

With Bob, Mike and Eric all collaborating on the tunes we will be spread thin with staffing for the Pedders display. As you work through the setup / layout please get the dyno and our display as close together as possible.

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Time to BUMP this back to the top.

Print out the form at the bottom of post #1, fill it out, sign it,
get your entry fee in the mail or PayPal (centralohiolx@hotmail.com)
Registration accepted until May 17.

***Pre-registration for door prizes is CLOSED***
***Participant gate fee will increase $10 on day of event***
*Additional passengers and spectators will remain at $10*

We will be mailing out confirmation packages to everyone pre-registered which is the reason why we have to close registration on May 17 to allow enough time for US Mail to deliver to you before the event.
This will make check-in at the event very smooth.

Keep checking posts #1-2-3 for updates. You don't want to miss out on this one!!!

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2008 LX & Beyond Nationals Car Show
National Trail Raceway – June 14, 2008
2650 National Road SW, Hebron, Ohio 43025

Pre-Registration Closes: Saturday, May 17, 2008
We will be accepting day of registration on a first come first serve basis. Pre-registered vehicles will be admitted first and have priority on spacing and location.

Entry Fee (After May 17)
$40 – One Day* (Car/Driver), $50 – Two Day (Car/Driver) [Meet & Greet is included in car show entry fee]
Additional Passengers (age 16 and older) - $10 Per Day

*There will be NO car show or judging on Sunday, you will be in attendance is a spectator on Sunday. But car show participants will be given same preferred parking spaces on Sunday!!!

Eligibility
2005-newer Charger, Magnum, 300, Challenger, Grand Cherokee SRT
Important: Entrants must decide AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION whether to enter the appropriate show class.

Schedule
Check-In Time: 7:30am - 10:30am, Saturday, June 14, 2008

Head to the track early enough to allow time for waiting in line. If you miss this timeframe then you are not in the show you are just a spectator. Clubs and groups that want to be staged together must arrive together or you are not placed in the show together.

You will receive registration and score card at check-in. Please fill out the registration and score cards legibly and completely, as all announcing and magazine coverage is derived from what you write. Place score card on driver's side windshield/dashboard.

Once registered, you will be directed to the show field by event volunteers, no saving spaces.

Vehicle Roll-In
Vehicle Roll-In: 8:00am – 11:00am, Saturday, June 14, 2008

Trailered vehicles must be unloaded and trailers parked in designated area; please follow parking volunteers’ instructions.

Fuel & Battery Requirements
There are no requirements for gas or battery. Outdoor show!

Spacing
Each vehicle is allotted a 10’x20’ space. No sponsor banners are allowed.
You may setup a display according to the venue rules and guidelines.

It will be crowded, please be courteous and do not block aisles by setting up tents, tables, or other items until all cars parked.

Class Descriptions
*Stock*
The stock class will include vehicles that appear to be factory stock. The interior must be original or a duplicate of the original material, style, color. Minor interior changes are allowed (seat inserts, minor trunk or trunk bed modifications, bolt-in seats with stock-type interior. Engine must be visibly stock for the vehicle's year and model. The body may have bolt-on factory stock or factory replica spoilers. Painted pinstripes, and taped pinstripes or stock appearing decals and vinyl graphics are allowed. Wheels must be available for the year/model of the vehicle.

*Modified*
The Modified Class includes all vehicles with bolt-on aftermarket and Mopar Performance catalog parts and/or accessories. The following items will automatically put your vehicle in the Modified Class: bolt-on headers, cold air intakes, air cleaners, catch cans, ignition wires, valve covers, painted engine compartment, bolt-on aftermarket spoilers, ground effects, carbon fiber, fiberglass parts, and bodywork that involves a redesign of the original body lines, including but not limited to chopping, sectioning, changing radius of wheel wells, any molding of any type (including fire wall, inner fender, panels, etc.) Paint that is of custom design such as painted graphics, custom artwork, shading, 2-tone, candy, pearl, metal flake paint. Also, engine relocation and/or custom fabricated engines and/or a different Mopar engine than was available with any given entry (for example, a 426 stroker). Any aftermarket blowers, turbo chargers, super chargers and engine conversion from any other era vehicle. Interiors that are of a custom design that consists of changes to the following: seats, door panels, dash modifications, flooring, headliner, or trunk.

Car Show Guidelines
NO Burn Outs or Chirping of Tires - There will be a lot of people walking around including small children

NO Blasting Stereos - Please keep volume to a minimal level

NO Cruising Around the Parking Lot

NO "For Sale" signs should be displayed in windows---allowable only on seat or floor

NO cars will be allowed to exit or move prior to completion of the event without a walking escort from the event staff

NO jackstands permitted---vehicle must be displayed with all four tires on the ground

Hoods and Trunks must be open during judging---if either is closed the vehicle will not be judged

NO mirrors, stanchions, ropes, or other show props until after the vehicle has been judged

Tents and canopies allowed only in area designated by officials, if space permits

Trailered vehicles must be unloaded and trailers parked in designated area; please follow parking volunteers’ instructions.

Maintain responsible distance from vehicles - buckles, zippers, large handbags and swinging cameras can inflict costly damage.

Please do not load or remove your vehicle until after LX & Beyond Nationals Car Show judging has completed or you may be disqualified. Any extenuating circumstances which might require your departure prior to end of the event (family emergency, illness, etc.) should be reported to LX & Beyond staff prior to your departure.

Judging
Judging will take place on Saturday; all winners will be announced on Saturday afternoon.

The LX & Beyond Nationals Car Show classes judged using a 100 Point System.

Judging based on quality and cleanliness, not quantity. Having the most modifications does not guarantee a win.

Two judges per judging team. All cars in the same class will be judged by the same judging team.

If there is interior detail you would like the judges to see then make sure door is open.

Judges will not open doors or enter vehicles.

LX & BEYOND NATIONALS reserves the right to split/combine classes as the participation level warrants. We do appreciate your participation and wish to award all deserving vehicles in a fair and consistent manner.

All LX & Beyond Show participants must have their vehicles on site and be registered no later than 10:30am Saturday to be eligible for LX & Beyond Car Show Awards.

All ballots must be placed in ballot boxes by 4:00pm on Saturday.

Vehicles arriving after registration is closed on Saturday will NOT be judged or eligible for car show awards.

LX & BEYOND NATIONALS judging committee is the final authority on all rules and interpretations.

The decision of our head judge is FINAL.

CAR SHOW SAMPLE SCORE CARD

Exterior Body - 15 pts
Cleanliness 1 - 5 pts
Modifications 1 - 5 pts
Paint and Graphics 1 - 5 pts

Engine - 15 pts
Cleanliness 1 - 5 pts
Modifications 1 - 5 pts
Paint/Powdercoating/Polishing 1 - 5 pts

Undercarriage - 15 pts
Cleanliness 1 - 5 pts
Suspension/Stance 1 - 10 pts

Wheels - 15 pts
Cleanliness 1 - 5 pts
Appearance/Size 1 - 10 pts

Interior - 15 pts
Cleanliness 1 - 5 pts
Entertainment 1 - 5 pts
Special Features 1 - 5 pts

Display - 5 pts
Style/MODELS/special features 1 - 5 pts

Overall Appearance - 20 pts
1 - 20 pts

TOTAL = 100 pts

Winners
All winners will be announced on Saturday, June 14th at the Event.

Every effort should be made to pick up your trophy/awards by Sunday. We will hold all trophies for 1 year after the event and you can always pick them up at next year's event.

Any extenuating circumstances which might require your departure prior to LX & Beyond Nationals Awards Presentation (family emergency, illness, etc.) should be reported to LX & Beyond staff prior to your departure.

Car Show Special
Free Drag Strip Run: One (1) free drag strip run to car show participants who are not competing in bracket races. Must be redeemed at the Saturday track event and is non-transferrable.

Questions
Any questions contact Anthony Carter at centralohiolx@hotmail.com

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Originally Posted by CHERRY

I will be making a phone call today, to see if this "Hopeful Sponsor" has made their decision to come on board. If they say YES, then the wait will have indeed been worth it.
If they pass the Make Over will still happen, BUT we are now doing TWO MAKE OVERS. Yes you read that correctly !!!!! TWO

More to come soon.
Chuck

FYI - everybody stay tuned!!! . . . . . . Is it June yet?

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Brian at Excel Sportswear, took all of me and Chuck's suggestions, visions and thoughts......

Along with the images of fellow forum member's rides......

(B&G Banana's - Dodge Charger Daytona R/T, Dantra's - Dodge Magnum R/T, OMSRT8's - Chrysler 300C SRT8, and Modern Horsepower's - Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8)

Put his hands on this project and BAM!!! . . . . . . The Official 2008 LX & Beyond Nationals T-shirt!!!

The back of the t-shirt will include logos of ALL vendors that sponsored and helped to make this year's event possible.

We will be excepting pre-orders for t-shirts beginning on June 1, via PayPal or you can pick one up at the event. These are not those cheap t-shirt that shrink or the colors disappear after you wash them. They are heavy duty, top quality shirts.

No plans to ship any shirts at this time but it is possible we will look at that option after the event is over.

Thank you to Excel Sportswear for putting their #1 artist on the job!!!

Anthony & Chuck




Sizes/Pricing:

$15 - Youth Large
$20 - M, L, XL
$25 - XXL
$30 - 3XL, 4XL
$30 - All Tall Sizes

*Youth Sizes, 3XL, 4XL, all ALL TALL sizes available via pre-order only
(Pre-Order Deadline: Tuesday, June 3)

PayPal: centralohiolx@hotmail.com
Include forum name, real name and sizes and quantity requested.

NO SHIPPING OPTION AVAILABLE - MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE EVENT!!!

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2008 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS - OFFICIAL PRIZE LIST

*DRAG RACE COMPETITION PAYOUTS*

Combo V.6 & 5.7 Bracket Race Class
1st Place------($1480.00 Value)
Full Set of Forged Pistons with Rings from Wiseco Pistons, One Pair Drag Radials {2 Tires} from Mickey Thompson Tires, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

2nd Place------($340.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Aeroforce Technology, Gift Certificate from COMP Cams, Gift Certificate from Pedders USA, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Semi-Finalists (2)------(Each $115.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Precision Torque, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Best Reaction Time During Eliminations------($90.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Precision Torque, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Closest to Dial-In During Eliminations------($90.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Precision Torque, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive



6.1 Bracket Race Class
1st Place------($1480.00 Value)
Full Set of Forged Pistons with Rings from Wiseco Pistons, One Pair Drag Radials {2 Tires} from Mickey Thompson Tires, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

2nd Place------($240.00 Value)
Gift Certificate for 25% Off from DevilsOwn Alcohol Injection, Gift Certificate from COMP Cams,
Gift Certificate for 10% Off from Pedders USA, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Semi-Finalists (2)------(Each $115.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Precision Torque, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Best Reaction Time During Eliminations------($90.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Precision Torque, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Closest to Dial-In During Eliminations------($90.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Precision Torque, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive



Quick 16 - Heads Up Race Class
1st Place------($1480.00 Value)
Full Set of Forged Pistons with Rings from Wiseco Pistons, One Pair Drag Radials {2 Tires} from Mickey Thompson Tires, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive, Gift Certificate for 15% Off from Pedders-USA

2nd Place------($640.00 Value)
Complete Kit from DevilsOwn Alcohol Injection, Gift Certificate from COMP Cams, 16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Semi-Finalists (2)------(Each $190.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Spark Plugs.com, Gift Certificate for 25% Off from DevilsOwn Alcohol Injection,
16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Best Reaction Time During Eliminations------($140.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Aeroforce Technology, 16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive



Exhibition Race Class
1st Place------($1954.00 Value)
Full Set of Forged Pistons with Rings from Wiseco Pistons, Gift Certificate for One Full Set of Performance Tires {4 Total} from Goodyear Tires, 16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

2nd Place------($640.00 Value)
Complete Kit from DevilsOwn Alcohol Injection, Gift Certificate from Aeroforce Technology,
Gift Certificate from COMP Cams, 16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Semi-Finalists (2)------(Each $190.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Spark Plugs.com, Gift Certificate for 25% Off from DevilsOwn Alcohol Injection,
16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Best Reaction Time During Eliminations------($90.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Spark Plugs.com, 16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

Closest to Dial-In During Eliminations------($90.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Spark Plugs.com, 16oz Bottle of Aces 4 from B-N-D Automotive

*CAR SHOW COMPETITION AWARDS*

Best of Show Magnum------($481.00 Value)
Custom 7-piece Underhood Kit from Billet Technology, Full 4-Piece Set of Custom Aluminum Pedals from Ultimate Pedals


Best of Show 300------($481.00 Value)
Custom 7-piece Underhood Kit from Billet Technology, Full 4-Piece Set of Custom Aluminum Pedals from Ultimate Pedals


Best of Show Charger------($481.00 Value)
Custom 7-piece Underhood Kit from Billet Technology, Full 4-Piece Set of Custom Aluminum Pedals from Ultimate Pedals


Top 5 Orginal
1st Place------($428.00 Value)
Diablo Sport Predator from Diablo Sport, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive,
Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

2nd Place------($113.00 Value)
Halo Foglight Kit from Advanced Automotive Concepts, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

3rd Place------($113.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Gardner-Westcott, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

4th Place------($113.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Gardner-Westcott, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

5th Place------($63.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Spark Plugs.com, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's


Top 5 Modified
1st Place------($428.00 Value)
Diablo Sport Predator w/ CMR Tune from Late Model Speed, 16oz Bottle of Ace 4 from B-N-D Automotive,
Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

2nd Place------($113.00 Value)
One Halo Foglight Kit from Advanced Automotive Concepts, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

3rd Place------($113.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Gardner-Westcott, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

4th Place------($113.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Gardner-Westcott, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

5th Place------($63.00 Value)
Gift Certificate from Spark Plugs.com, Quik Care Detailing Kit from Meguiar's

*DOOR PRIZES (PRE-REGISTERED BY APRIL 30TH)*

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*GENERAL MEET & GREET DRAWINGS*

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Sizes/Pricing:

$15 - Youth Large
$20 - M, L, XL
$25 - XXL
$30 - 3XL, 4XL
$30 - All Tall Sizes

*Youth Sizes, 3XL, 4XL, all ALL TALL sizes available via pre-order only
(Pre-Order Deadline: Tuesday, June 3)

PayPal: centralohiolx@hotmail.com
Include forum name, real name and sizes and quantity requested.

NO SHIPPING OPTION AVAILABLE - MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE EVENT!!!