SouthEast Camaro5Fest III Caravan Wednesday signup.

[CamaroSpike23]

Originally Posted by dianeokie

Where do you buy those, I really want one............

You?????fixing the map................really????????

see the thread linked below

and yeah... working on trying to fix the spots.

Originally Posted by avellanet.jr

I got a great deal from Amazon, plus free overnight shipping

Originally Posted by dianeokie

Are there different models or accessories I should know about? I know nothing other than it attaches to the vehicle...........

Originally Posted by ken53007

not trying to offend you or anything but have you been to tommys before? it is a motorcycle/atv store i dont think it will fit all of us there the parking lot is not very big. the wal mart is right across the interstate from tommys

We're not stopping specifically at Tommy's. I'm using that as a reference point. When you put in the address for any of buildings on that side of the interstate, it puts the map point on the other side of the interstate and I would rather not try to get everyone back on the interstate turning left across traffic.

Originally Posted by MackMan

If you're looking for a GoPro check this thread out - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=238491

It talks about a website that you can rent them from... even though it might be just as cheap to purchase one. Haha.

Diane... here ya go.

Originally Posted by Seawolf

I will concur with Ken. I live 10 minutes away from this exit. Tommy's motorsports doesn't have a very big parking lot. It looks bigger than it really is on google maps. This is a motorcycle/ atv shop and they put a lot of their merchandise in their lot. You might be able to fit 20 to 25 cars in there if the lot's clear leaving little room for their actual customers.

The Wal-Mart is literally across the interstate from there. You can see the Wal-Mart clearly from the interstate and the off-ramp. If you turn left at the off-ramp traffic light and then turn right at the next traffic light, you can't miss the Wal-Mart entrance. It has two of them. This Wal-Mart isn't typically crowded so it would be a good place for you guys to meet...especially if some of you are trailering your cars.

If you plug in the following address on google maps, it will point you to the second entrance:

Walmart, 150 Tanner Lane, Clinton, TN 37716

I'm just saying you guys may want to rethink your meeting place at Tommy's.

See above.... and below.

We arent stopping for long periods of time to hang out and pop the hood. We are getting of the road and going to the gas stations, filling up our cars, and having the local members join up with us and get back on the road.

Originally Posted by flht99b

I know the area also and agree, the largest parking lot you are going to find close to the interstate in that part of Knoxville is the Walmart.
Ed M.

See above.

Originally Posted by GMteSSted

I'm not sure he means Tommys. I sent the OP a map that showed Shoneys, Weigels and the road to Fox Toyota. I suggested we gather (line up) in the road to the Toyota (plenty of room and very little traffic) between Wiegels/Shoneys so we have easy access to the interstate. Walmart has too many red lights to get back on the interstate in my opinion.

This is the plan.

Originally Posted by Seawolf

True, it would be maddening trying to get back out of the Wal-Mart if you have a large group trying to stay together. It would be far better than to try and cram 50 cars into Tommy's though. However, like you said, if the idea is to line up on the long stretch of road that runs to Fox Toyota then that would certainly be manageable as long as they wouldn't care for you guys to take up one of the lanes.

If Fox Toyota would allow you guys to do this then this would be the best bet, as it would allow you to get back on the road and on the interstate with minimal traffic light interference. One of the Fox brothers runs Fox Chevrolet in Clinton; so they might not mind having a bunch of Camaros lined up out front of the Toyota dealership. It might even bring some desired attention to the lot depending on how long you guys will be there.

As mentioned above, I am using Tommy's as a reference point near the closest gas stations right off the interstate. All of our stopovers are going to be at gas stations or within a block or two, but also arranged so that getting back on the interstate is a right turn as opposed to fighting traffic with who knows how many cars trying to turn left to get on the onramp.

Trust me guys, this isn't my first rodeo

[Seawolf]

Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

As mentioned above, I am using Tommy's as a reference point near the closest gas stations right off the interstate. All of our stopovers are going to be at gas stations or within a block or two, but also arranged so that getting back on the interstate is a right turn as opposed to fighting traffic with who knows how many cars trying to turn left to get on the onramp.

Trust me guys, this isn't my first rodeo

Okay Spike, that's cool. It was just a misinterpretation on my part with the way I read your post. I really wasn't trying to step on your toes. I just honestly didn't want you guys to accidentally get into a headache, but it sounds like you've done your homework. I didn't want your guys' trip to get off to a rocky start.

[dcarlos55]

Originally Posted by dianeokie

Are there different models or accessories I should know about? I know nothing other than it attaches to the vehicle...........

You want the hero2 camera if you're going to buy one. And the wifi backpack. That allows you to be able to turn the camera on and off from a remote inside the car. Keeps you from getting a lot of video that will be edited out anyway, saves battery juice and space on the SD card. The mortorsorts version comes with the suction cup mount, otherwise you would have to buy the mount separate. They don't come with an SD card so you have to get that separate too. I have 32G cards for both of mine.

If your going to go the rental route, the Hero will do fine. Either one will take great video. Just don't put it inside the car and expect to get good video through the windshield as you will get a lot of glare off the windshield. I learned that lesson already. It may be caused by the coating they put on the windshield for the HUD.

[CamaroSpike23]

Originally Posted by Seawolf

Okay Spike, that's cool. It was just a misinterpretation on my part with the way I read your post. I really wasn't trying to step on your toes. I just honestly didn't want you guys to accidentally get into a headache, but it sounds like you've done your homework. I didn't want your guys' trip to get off to a rocky start.

No worries!!!

I do long distance driving and some transportation on the side in addition to driving to Illinois to see my family all the time. I live out of my truck most of the time.

add to that the number of events and cruises I've helped orchestrate. we'll have some "changes" during the trip, but thats expected.

Originally Posted by dcarlos55

You want the hero2 camera if you're going to buy one. And the wifi backpack. That allows you to be able to turn the camera on and off from a remote inside the car. Keeps you from getting a lot of video that will be edited out anyway, saves battery juice and space on the SD card. The mortorsorts version comes with the suction cup mount, otherwise you would have to buy the mount separate. They don't come with an SD card so you have to get that separate too. I have 32G cards for both of mine.

If your going to go the rental route, the Hero will do fine. Either one will take great video. Just don't put it inside the car and expect to get good video through the windshield as you will get a lot of glare off the windshield. I learned that lesson already. It may be caused by the coating they put on the windshield for the HUD.

I need to get one mounted to the bed pockets on the truck and maybe one on the front bumper for some "up close" vids

[dianeokie]

Originally Posted by dcarlos55

You want the hero2 camera if you're going to buy one. And the wifi backpack. That allows you to be able to turn the camera on and off from a remote inside the car. Keeps you from getting a lot of video that will be edited out anyway, saves battery juice and space on the SD card. The mortorsorts version comes with the suction cup mount, otherwise you would have to buy the mount separate. They don't come with an SD card so you have to get that separate too. I have 32G cards for both of mine.

If your going to go the rental route, the Hero will do fine. Either one will take great video. Just don't put it inside the car and expect to get good video through the windshield as you will get a lot of glare off the windshield. I learned that lesson already. It may be caused by the coating they put on the windshield for the HUD.

Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

No worries!!!

I do long distance driving and some transportation on the side in addition to driving to Illinois to see my family all the time. I live out of my truck most of the time.

add to that the number of events and cruises I've helped orchestrate. we'll have some "changes" during the trip, but thats expected.




I need to get one mounted to the bed pockets on the truck and maybe one on the front bumper for some "up close" vids

Okay, so I can tell I will need technical assistance to use it if I purchase. Thanks for the advice guys..........

[avellanet.jr]

Just realized I start my trek to Camaro5Fest in one week, I will for sure be staying in ATL Tuesday night and meeting up with you guys in the AM!!! Can't wait to meet all the camarovan people.

Started thinking of what all to bring, came up with:
Walkie Talkies
Helmet
GoPro
Clothes etc.
Chair
Mod money

Anything else?

[CamaroSpike23]

Originally Posted by dianeokie

Okay, so I can tell I will need technical assistance to use it if I purchase. Thanks for the advice guys..........

no prob. finding a good mounting spot is the biggest thing. working the camera is easy.

at the first fest TAG UR IT had one mounted on the back of his car for the whole trip. every one of his videos started with his face in view because the camera has a little red light that comes on when its recording.

[CamaroKid300]

Everything will be okay. Everyone will all get to Indy regardless!!

[Blade]

If you Wednesday drivers wanna do us Thursday peeps a favor.....post up any speed traps you guys see please

[bluetooth-ss]

I'm gonna try to catch up in Knoxville.Not on the list though.

[CamaroSpike23]

Originally Posted by Blade

If you Wednesday drivers wanna do us Thursday peeps a favor.....post up any speed traps you guys see please

already in the works

Originally Posted by bluetooth-ss

I'm gonna try to catch up in Knoxville.Not on the list though.

[Anubis]

41 hours till departure!

Has the meeting point in Greenville/Traveler's Rest been nailed down?

[CamaroSpike23]

Originally Posted by Anubis

41 hours till departure!

Has the meeting point in Greenville/Traveler's Rest been nailed down?

Spinx Gas station/ Dunkin Donuts on the corner of highway 25 and Tigerville Road.

be there before 730

[Anubis]

Perfect! I'll be getting there about 6:30am. Have to have time to get my 50 pack of chocolate donut holes and a large red bull for the first leg (actually second leg for me) of the trip.