All Mitsu Cookout -- August 23rd, 2015 -- Ramsey, MN

[curt_gendron]

We've got 116 signed up now. Here is the current list: http://mn3s.org/wordpress/?page_id=1180

This is how it looks by category:

1g DSM......6
2g DSM......11
1g 3/S.......6
2g 3/S......11
3g Eclipse..10
4G Eclipse..7
StarQuest...5
Evo 1-9.....17
EXO X.......20
Ralliart......8
Others......15

The 1G DSM, 1G 3/S and Starquest groups are in jeopardy of not having their own classes. I'd really like to see a few more for these groups. If you know you are coming to the Cookout, get signed up now. I'll be finalizing the show classes this week! Sign up page is at: http://mn3s.org/lists/?p=subscribe&id=5

Thanks,
Curt

[curt_gendron]

We are up to 120 cars signed up!

Here are the finalized categories for the car show:

90-94 DSM
95-99 DSM
00-05 Eclipse/Stratus coupe
06-12 Eclipse
91-93 3/S
94-99 3/S
Evo I to IX
Evo X
09+ Ralliarts
Starion/Conquest
Other Mitsu
The "Gene Helms" Cleanest Car Overall

This year the 90-94 DSM, 91-93 3/S, 06-12 Eclipse and Starion/Conquest categories will just have a first place trophy. The Cleanest Car Overall is also just a first place trophy. The other categories will have 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies. Also, there is a Long Distance trophy and a trophy for the Slow Drags. I hope to have the trophies done by the end of next week.

later,
Curt

[curt_gendron]

Only 2 weeks left! We are up to 130 sign ups. Here is the list: http://mn3s.org/wordpress/?page_id=1180

If you haven't signed up, what are you waiting for?? The sign up form is at: http://mn3s.org/lists/?p=subscribe&id=5

With the additional sales of t-shirts, and the sponsorship provided by White Bear Mitsubishi, we will be able to keep the price of the All Mitsu Cookout at $5. This includes you and your car in the show and all the food and drink. Each additional person who wants to eat is also $5

If you didn't pre-order a t-shirt and are still interested in one, I do have some extras. They will be sold for $20 a piece and will be a first come, first serve basis, on the day of the show.

Thanks,
Curt

[turbotalon1g]

Is the sign up count better than last year's?

[curt_gendron]

Originally Posted by turbotalon1g

Is the sign up count better than last year's?

Much better than last year. About 20+ more sign ups for this point in the game.

[mdost03]

Really wish I could make it, but I gotta work this day. Hope to see lots of pictures!

[curt_gendron]

Originally Posted by mdost03

Really wish I could make it, but I gotta work this day. Hope to see lots of pictures!

You need to develop an exotic illness for that day.

[turbotalon1g]

Originally Posted by curt_gendron

Much better than last year. About 20+ more sign ups for this point in the game.

Nice!! Glad to hear it.

[curt_gendron]

Looks like we are up to 136 sign ups!

It is time to start thinking about your car sign. To save time at the Cookout, you can download and fill out your car sign before the show. Just fill out everything except the car number. You'll get that at the show. Its hard to remember your mod list when you are sitting at the registration table. So do it early. Here is a link to a blank car sign:
http://www.mn3s.org/car-sign.doc

Here is my example sign to look at:
http://www.mn3s.org/car-sign-curt.doc

[curt_gendron]

We have 138 signed up now. The list is at: http://mn3s.org/wordpress/?page_id=1180

This is how it looks by category:

1g DSM......8
2g DSM......14
1g 3/S......7
2g 3/S......12
3g Eclipse..10
4g Eclipse..8
StarQuest...6
Evo1-9......18
EXO X.......23
Ralliart....9
Others......22

I'll be getting a lot of my supplies this weekend. So do me a favor and get signed up so I can better plan for food.

Thanks,
Curt

[curt_gendron]

Only 4 more days until the Cookout. We are up to 155 signups: http://mn3s.org/wordpress/?page_id=1180

It is not too late to get signed up and come join us for an afternoon of Mitsu fun. The All Mitsu Cookout is coming up this Sunday, the 23rd. We have some great prizes donated by Advance Auto Parts and White Bear Mitsu. We also will have plenty of food, and some fun stuff like the Mitsu trivia contest and the Slow Drags.

Here are some reminders:

1) Sign-up online. The page is at:
http://mn3s.org/lists/?p=subscribe&id=5

2) Fill out your car sign ahead of time. It saves a lot of time in the registration line. Download the sign at:
http://www.mn3s.org/car-sign.doc

And my example sign can be found here:
http://www.mn3s.org/car-sign-curt.doc

3) Bring some lawn chairs for hanging out and bring your appetite! We'll have plenty of food.

Also, if you are just coming to spectate, spectator cars (non Mitsus) will have parking lot next to the main lot.

Its only $5 for you and your car to be in the show and eat. Why not make the trip out to Ramsey Central Park!

[curt_gendron]

Hey everyone,

The All Mitsu Cookout is tomorrow! Its looking to be a little cool and breezy. I'd recommend bringing a jacket. (who knew I'd ever have to say that for the Cookout. LOL). We are at 183 sign ups right now and over 650 people on the Facebook event.

Get your car sign filled out and pack a lawn chair. Also, there is some road construction to be aware of. The intersection of Hwy 10 and Armstrong Blvd is closed. You'll need to turn at the stoplight before. If you are coming from the metro that is Ramsey Blvd. If coming from the north, it is Alpine. The Game Fair last weekend was very close to the Cookout location. You can follow the detour directions they have at: http://www.gamefair.com/directions.html

Also, take some time and read through the Cookout page at: http://cookout.mn3s.org Everything is on there that will help make your day tomorrow even better.

Thanks,
Curt

[Halon]

May come spectate for a little with the family if all goes well

[turbotalon1g]

That's my plan too.

[curt_gendron]

Thanks to everyone that made it out to the All Mitsu Cookout on Sunday. It was a little windy and cool but it didn't stop anyone from having a good time. A big thanks to White Bear Mitsubishi for being our main sponsor again. Your cars looked great on display. We also had some prizes donated from Advance Auto Parts, Upscaled Designs and Lance Bennett. Thank you! Also thanks to my very hard working volunteers. Especially Collin, Mike and Heidi. You three were there early, worked the entire show and were the last ones there at the very end. THANK YOU all!!

We had 124 fully registered Mitsus in the show. If you add the Mitsus there on display, but not registered, the total was about 140 cars. If we could get the 20+ Mitsus in the spectator lot to join us, it would be even bigger.

I have the Cookout page finished with pictures from the show and pictures of the trophy winners. Enjoy: http://mn3s.org/wordpress/?page_id=2125

later,
Curt

[AwdGSX13]

Looked fun, Awesome pictures!

[turbotalon1g]

Good time, thanks to everyone for the hard work.

[AJ]

Curt I know you put a lot of work into these events, and have through the years. I've seen a lot of positive reviews once again on forums and FB and such. Lots of support against some ass-hats that don't have a clue on how to handle themselves and not ruin it for others as well.

I didn't make it out this year but have in the past couple just to see old faces and the cars. I don't own a Mitsu anymore and not sure I ever will but I enjoy the event and just wanted to be another voice to thank you for putting them on and taking your time to do so! And thank everyone who helps you with that.

[Halon]

Great show for sure, food was great too Thanks again as always man. I must have left before the rowdiness occurred that I've been hearing about. Too bad, seems like there's always that 1%

[curt_gendron]

Thanks for the great compliments guys! It is a ton of work, but when you see all those cars and people having a good time, it is all worth it. We did have a few spectators that were having too much fun in the spectator lot and out on the road, but it didn't jeopardize anything. I talked with the City and no one called the cops and no complaints. So we should be ok using the spot again next year. I may put some volunteers in the spectator lot to patrol for asshats. LOL

later,
Curt