Wrench OR Drive this Sat (07/12) [Archive]

bigb

7-7-08, 09:48 PM

Folks, need your help with this one. What do you think about a get together this weekend, specifically, Saturday the 12th? Here are the options :

1) Go for an early drive, then finish it off with a brunch/lunch/picnic-lunch. We'll need to pick the drive (while avoiding the smoke-filled areas). Mt. Hamilton comes to mind.

2) Wrench at Efren(cas951)'s place. Efren needs to do his belts, and check a leak from the right side spark plugs/o-ring (he still has to order parts though). I'm sure between all of us we can find other work items as well :D

Based on who can make it (and to which of the two above), we can decide on which option to take. Please also try to indicate if there is a specific drive you'd prefer (for option 1) or if you'd like to do any work on your car (option 2).

dedes

7-8-08, 01:58 PM

are you or will you be here in the Bay Area this Sat?
I see you signed up for the Sat drive/poll.

bigb

7-8-08, 02:44 PM

Good eyes Dede (as always, I might add)! Are you going to be able to make it this Sat?

dedes

7-8-08, 03:10 PM

Good eyes Dede (as always, I might add)! Are you going to be able to make it this Sat?

I am still working on whether or not I would attend, since we just back from Tahoe. I haven't even detailed/washed my car yet from the vacation. I will let you know asap.
BTW, I think you might find Mt. Ham a bit on the "Hot" side. I was up there about a month ago and down the backside into Livermore area. At that time of the year it was very hot with the top down. Maybe a drive up Skyline to Half Moon Bay for lunch might be a consideration. I would say the ocean would be a natural air conditioner. Or some winery's in the Los Gatos mountains. Just my 2 cents. :)

bigb

7-8-08, 03:21 PM

Great suggestions Dede! I know Voxster will definitely like the Los Gatos wineries idea :)

Skyline-84W-1N-Half-moon bay should be a nice drive as well.

cas951

7-8-08, 07:03 PM

Where are we meeting?

bigb

7-9-08, 12:21 AM

Excellent question Efren :D It does look like everyone (well, almost everyone) is itching for a drive.

So, once we figure out the specific drive, then we can determine the venue. Tentatively, we could meet by Santana Row at, say, 9am, take in some of the exotics they have there, and leave at around 10am for the drive.

For the drive itself, I liked Dede's idea of the Half Moon Bay drive (hwy9-skyline-84-1north-half moon bay). Anyone else has any preferences/recommendations?

dedes

7-9-08, 07:52 AM

For the drive itself, I liked Dede's idea of the Half Moon Bay drive (hwy9-skyline-84-1north-half moon bay). Anyone else has any preferences/recommendations?

You might go to Half Moon Bay Brewery (http://www.hmbbrewingco.com/) for lunch in Princeton by the Sea/Marina or go south to Davenport at the Roadhouse (http://www.davenportroadhouse.com/) or Durate's Tavern in Pescadero (http://www.duartestavern.com/).

Tom M

7-9-08, 08:16 AM

Moss Beach Distillery (http://www.mossbeachdistillery.com) is another option.

dedes

7-9-08, 10:28 AM

BigB I will PM you some driving destinations/suggestions I have on my blog. :)

Another great place in Half Moon Bay is Sam's Chowder House (http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photo-gallery/restaurant/index.html) (right before Princeton By The Sea) under new management for about year now, great food and has a back deck eating area to view the ocean.
http://www.samschowderhouse.com/images/spacer.gif http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photo-gallery/restaurant/images/patio-harbor-ocean-ppl.jpg

Gerry

7-9-08, 10:43 AM

dedes

7-9-08, 10:51 AM

another one that I'm gonna missed :(

I'll be @ the lake this weekend..polluting the water with 2 Sea Doo's...hehehehe! I'm not going to say where coz' you guys might report me...hahahahaha!

well, have fun this weekend and Dede..I'm this close to see you guys last weekend @ Tahoe...glad you made it back :)

Gerry, that was really close! maybe next time, we had a blast on the lake. Have plans to go up there in 2009 and 2010 at our timeshare. I will keep you posted! :)

Gerry

7-9-08, 11:09 AM

cool...I guess Elena and I will be sharing room with you guys coz I just sold my timeshare a lil less for whats' the value..hehehehehe! cleaning up my checkbook and getting rid of all the excess baggages :)

Gerry

7-9-08, 11:39 AM

i voted coz' I know in spirit, I'm there :D

The Voxster

7-9-08, 12:53 PM

I am still working on whether or not I would attend, since we just back from Tahoe. I haven't even detailed/washed my car yet from the vacation. I will let you know asap.
BTW, I think you might find Mt. Ham a bit on the "Hot" side. I was up there about a month ago and down the backside into Livermore area. At that time of the year it was very hot with the top down. Maybe a drive up Skyline to Half Moon Bay for lunch might be a consideration. I would say the ocean would be a natural air conditioner. Or some winery's in the Los Gatos mountains. Just my 2 cents. :)

P.S. Last time Trent and I drove Mt. Hamilton last summer, it WAS bloody hot, but more than that, we turned back because the road was so rough. Not sure if they've repaved it since, but that's a consideration for me EVER driving it until they get the road surface fixed.

dedes

7-9-08, 01:57 PM

Kev & I are considering going on Saturday. Maybe the first meeting place would be Santana Row in San Jose (map) (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=6394384299439365232,37.333940,-122.064280%3B7415556501223692904,37.306820,-122.074530%3B9349606748570749175,37.251040,-122.064710%3B6621375311810150987,37.375810,-122.260750&saddr=Santana+row,+san+jose&daddr=I-280+N+%4037.333940,+-122.064280+to:Stevens+Canyon+Rd+%4037.306820,+-122.074530+to:Big+Basin+Way%2FCongress+Springs+Rd+ %4037.251040,+-122.064710+to:37.43016,-122.315598&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=4&sz=11&via=1,2,3&sll=37.411073,-122.303238&sspn=0.233431,0.278778&ie=UTF8&ll=37.395255,-122.282639&spn=0.233481,0.278778&z=11)and the next meeting point to pick up any Northern Peninsula folks would be at Alice's Restaurant on Skyline or Page Mill Road/280 exit (that's if you go straight up I-280 from Santana). I was on Page Mill Road about a month ago, great paved twisty road. Just a suggestion.

bigb

7-10-08, 10:07 AM

So, the "Drive" is the big winner - taking 3/4th of the vote (including Gerry's "in spirit" one :D ).

1st Meeting Point: Santana Row at 9am. Departing at 9.30am. Route: 280-Page Mill Rd-35 to Alice's; OR, 9-35. Decide at the venue.
2nd Meeting Point: Alice's Restaurant on Skyline at 10.30am. Departing at 10.45am. Route: 84-1N.
Lunch Venue: Sam's Chowder House (4210 North Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay. 650.712.0245). Arriving at 11.30am, just beating the lunch rush ;)

Here is a tentative route link (please ignore the various 'destinations' along the way):
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=8814122088424104377,37.371990,-122.164570%3B296462825639403639,37.333216,-122.215096%3B16380989584408470989,37.386150,-122.263920%3B15140435930302274281,37.325839,-122.349197&saddr=santana+row&daddr=37.369611,-122.167969+to:Skyline+Blvd+%4037.333216,+-122.215096+to:Skyline+Blvd+%4037.386150,+-122.263920+to:La+Honda+Rd+%4037.325839,+-122.349197+to:4210+Cabrillo+Hwy+N,+Half+Moon+Bay,+ CA+94019&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=11&via=1,2,3&sll=37.327581,-122.22908&sspn=0.389849,0.683899&ie=UTF8&ll=37.42089,-122.257233&spn=0.389365,0.683899&z=11

Thanks a bunch Dede & Tom for all the excellent suggestions/PMs!

dedes

7-10-08, 01:10 PM

BigB

Just a bit of info

From Alice's Resturant
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3235/2390781511_924c20aa74.jpg?v=1207505484

...going down La Honda Road (West) to San Gregorio (http://www.sangregoriostore.com/) (store & rest stop)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3119/2655805059_bda5c04ed0.jpg?v=0

you can take Stage Coach Road (http://trazzler.com/trips/coastal-overlooks-the-san-mateo-coast-california) going north then go north on Hwy 1 to Sam's Chowder House or whatever you choose.

dedes

7-10-08, 01:13 PM

looks like 3 people have signed up for "work on your car" on Saturday.
they could have their own group :D too!
how about it?

george g

7-10-08, 05:13 PM

The Voxster

7-10-08, 05:17 PM

So, the "Drive" is the big winner - taking 3/4th of the vote (including Gerry's "in spirit" one :D ).

Looks like I won't make this, dangit... same time as a hair appointment that morning--and yes, I'd just skip it if only it weren't so damn hard to get into my colorist :D

dedes

7-10-08, 05:35 PM

great, you can make it George & Carol :)

dedes

7-10-08, 06:48 PM

Looks like I won't make this, dangit... same time as a hair appointment that morning--and yes, I'd just skip it if only it weren't so damn hard to get into my colorist :D

Voxster has a colorist :D what color will it be now? flame red?
http://www.women-health-care.com/images/HairColor_Chart.jpg

DIY color application or have your wife pour the color on, I can do that for you on the tour after lunch on the beach! :D j/k

clemsonc

7-10-08, 08:04 PM

1st Meeting Point: Santana Row at 9am. Departing at 9.30am. Route: 280-Page Mill Rd-35 to Alice's; OR, 9-35. Decide at the venue.
2nd Meeting Point: Alice's Restaurant on Skyline at 10.30am. Departing at 10.45am. Route: 84-1N.
Lunch Venue: Sam's Chowder House (4210 North Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay. 650.712.0245). Arriving at 11.30am, just beating the lunch rush ;)

My wife and I will join you guys... see you guys Santana Row at 9am with full tank of gas. :) and a camera.

Where are we meeting at Santana Row?

bigb

7-10-08, 09:53 PM

Carol and I will meet you at Alices. Actually it will be easier to gather across the street at the larger parking lot. It won't take long to reach the lunch destination because you will be on Hiway 1 all the way. Some alternate roads are 84 to Stage Rd at San Gregario, Hiway 1 to Tunitas Creek to Verde to Purisima to Half Moon Bay to lunch wherever. You need a different map. Just an idea.

George
Excellent news George (and Carol)! I think a couple of people have suggested Stage Rd, so lets do it :D

If I understood your comments and the map correctly, from Alice's, we take 84 to Stage Rd to Pescadero Creek Rd to Hwy 1North to lunch venue. Does that sound about right?

If needed, we can also fine-tune the route when we meet up at the parking lot around Alice's.

george g

7-10-08, 10:16 PM

Excellent news George (and Carol)! I think a couple of people have suggested Stage Rd, so lets do it :D

If I understood your comments and the map correctly, from Alice's, we take 84 to Stage Rd to Pescadero Creek Rd to Hwy 1North to lunch venue. Does that sound about right?

If needed, we can also fine-tune the route when we meet up at the parking lot around Alice's.

We go north on Stage Rd from San Gregorio not south. A San Francisco Bay Region map from AAA will show the small roads that I mentioned.

George

dedes

7-10-08, 10:45 PM

come and join us, meet at Alice's at 10:30 am (you can do it) :)

dedes

7-10-08, 10:48 PM

davzin (http://www.babblers.org/forums/member.php?u=1016), Loren (http://www.babblers.org/forums/member.php?u=14), Nick_USA (http://www.babblers.org/forums/member.php?u=1352), walt2810 (http://www.babblers.org/forums/member.php?u=877)

Are you joining us for the drive? or working on your cars?

dedes

7-10-08, 11:03 PM

like George said there are a few ways to go, George knows his way around, so no need to worry :)

http://www.sangregoriostore.com/files/map.gif

bigb

7-10-08, 11:15 PM

We go north on Stage Rd from San Gregorio not south. A San Francisco Bay Region map from AAA will show the small roads that I mentioned.

George

Something like this?
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=16775869288698378570,37.386350,-122.264890%3B6927107462369897587,37.261776,-122.325829%3B4584697195445009296,37.397653,-122.416614&saddr=La+Honda+Rd+%4037.386350,+-122.264890&daddr=Pescadero+Creek+Rd+%4037.261776,+-122.325829+to:37.287438,-122.377739+to:Cabrillo+Hwy+S+%4037.397653,+-122.416614&mra=dpe&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=12&via=1,2&sll=37.326489,-122.269936&sspn=0.194928,0.341949&ie=UTF8&ll=37.326216,-122.313881&spn=0.194928,0.341949&z=12

In any case, let us all congregate in the parking lot by Alice's, and you can lead us from there :)

The Voxster

7-11-08, 09:46 AM

Voxster has a colorist :D what color will it be now? flame red?
http://www.women-health-care.com/images/HairColor_Chart.jpg

DIY color application or have your wife pour the color on, I can do that for you on the tour after lunch on the beach! :D j/k

HAHAHA Well, Dede, it's been a while since you last saw me... in that time I've already HAD the flame red through three different applications, but it never held well. :(

http://www.tripdevice.com/bryan_temp/ppbb/me_red.jpg

I've gone jet black for now... and I hear sand is no good for color applications. It gets stuck to yer gloves hahaha

bigb

7-11-08, 10:10 AM

Sorry, didn't mean to ignore your post clemsonc - I just saw it a min ago. Great that you and your wife are able to make it!

I'm thinking we meet by the back parking lot in Santana Row (the open one, not the multi-floor ones). Basically, same location as where they bring the exotics every Sat morning (shouldn't be hard to spot in a drive around).

I'll also PM you my cell so we can sync up.

george g

7-11-08, 10:27 AM

HAHAHA Well, Dede, it's been a while since you last saw me... in that time I've already HAD the flame red through three different applications, but it never held well. :(

http://www.tripdevice.com/bryan_temp/ppbb/me_red.jpg

I've gone jet black for now... and I hear sand is no good for color applications. It gets stuck to yer gloves hahaha

Voxster.... Keep the Jet Black as a base color and add White on the tips. Maybe about an inch or two all over. Not Grey, I'm not crazy about Grey, kinda drab. Red does wash out but I think you need to go lighter on the ends of your hair. Maybe you've done that before? ;)

Carol

dedes

7-11-08, 10:32 AM

Voxster.... Keep the Jet Black as a base color and add White on the tips. Maybe about an inch or two all over. Not Grey, I'm not crazy about Grey, kinda drab. Red does wash out but I think you need to go lighter on the ends of your hair. Maybe you've done that before? ;)

Carol

or he could go bright orange on the tips of the hair too! then Voxster would be on fire!
maybe you did that before?
BTW, you look very cool!

We will miss you... if you get your color done early, join us for lunch at least. Just zoom over to H.M.B.!

george g

7-11-08, 10:35 AM

or he could go bright orange on the tips of the hair too! then Voxster would be on fire!
maybe you did that before?

We will miss you... if you get your color done early, join us for lunch at least. Just zoom over to H.M.B.!

Orange would be fun too. But it can be just as difficult as Red. LOL

Carol

The Voxster

7-11-08, 10:38 AM

Voxster.... Keep the Jet Black as a base color and add White on the tips. Maybe about an inch or two all over. Not Grey, I'm not crazy about Grey, kinda drab. Red does wash out but I think you need to go lighter on the ends of your hair. Maybe you've done that before? ;)

Carol

Hmmm... been there, done that :D I had super-uber-bleach-blonde white tips and patches for WCBF last year, in fact (I think). :) I had those for a long time. Before that, I was ALL white-bleach blonde. It looked a lot like that rocker chef guy on FoodTV.

http://www.tripdevice.com/bryan_temp/ppbb/me_blonde.jpg

george g

7-11-08, 10:50 AM

Hmmm... been there, done that :D I had super-uber-bleach-blonde white tips and patches for WCBF last year, in fact (I think). :) I had those for a long time. Before that, I was ALL white-bleach blonde. It looked a lot like that rocker chef guy on FoodTV.

http://www.tripdevice.com/bryan_temp/ppbb/me_blonde.jpg

That's toooo funny because that's where I got my idea from. So what color are you thinking about doing this time?

Come on, join us tomorrow..............It's been a long time since we've all been together. At least, really try to make it.

Carol

The Voxster

7-11-08, 11:11 AM

That's toooo funny because that's where I got my idea from. So what color are you thinking about doing this time?

Come on, join us tomorrow..............It's been a long time since we've all been together. At least, really try to make it.

Carol

I think I'm gonna stay jet black all over for now... my colorist is doing a clear cellophane over the top of the black to make it super shiny, so that'll be cool. :)

My appointment is at 9:30, and since I'm getting color AND a cut, it'll be 90 minutes at least... unless there's some way I can climb in a Star Trek transporter with my car and beam myself to wherever you guys are by then, I'll probably have to bow out this time :(

george g

7-11-08, 11:41 AM

I think I'm gonna stay jet black all over for now... my colorist is doing a clear cellophane over the top of the black to make it super shiny, so that'll be cool. :)

My appointment is at 9:30, and since I'm getting color AND a cut, it'll be 90 minutes at least... unless there's some way I can climb in a Star Trek transporter with my car and beam myself to wherever you guys are by then, I'll probably have to bow out this time :(

You both will be missed...............:(

Carol and George

dedes

7-11-08, 11:45 AM

we arrive at Sam's Chowder House around 11:30 - will be there for at least 1.5 -2 hours, so join us Voxster for a beer or glass of wine.............bring Deann too. I want to see the results of your hair color!
I won't give up on you...:D

Sam's Chowder House (http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photo-gallery/restaurant/index.html)

http://www.samschowderhouse.com/images/spacer.gif http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photo-gallery/restaurant/images/patio-harbor-ocean-ppl.jpg

george g

7-11-08, 12:36 PM

The Voxster

7-11-08, 12:45 PM

I want to see the results of your hair toooooo! It would also be great to see Deann again. No speeding tickets, just try to make it.

Carol

HAHA you two are crackin me up. :D I'll ask DeAnn and see what she says. Looks like quite a fabulous place! And SHEESH I'd like to eat some of that thar food.

dedes

7-11-08, 01:21 PM

HAHA you two are crackin me up. :D I'll ask DeAnn and see what she says. Looks like quite a fabulous place! And SHEESH I'd like to eat some of that thar food.

now that's the spirit, we could be there more than 2 hours sitting on those Adirondack chairs sipping some wine having some ceviche or oysters! (I'm such a salesperson) :D It does look inviting! Any other takers for this gathering? join us for a lazy afternoon in Half Moon Bay

I know Akif will show...he always does. :cool:

Menu (http://www.samschowderhouse.com/menu.html)

http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photos/images/AdirondacksOceanView102206sm.jpg (http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photos/AdirondacksOceanView.html)http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photos/images/SamsOceanView102206sm.jpg (http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photos/SamsOceanView.html)http://www.samschowderhouse.com/photos/images/SamsPatioDiners102206sm.jpg

bigb

7-11-08, 02:16 PM

Just a minor distraction from the hot-topic-of-the-day, Voxster's Hair Color :D

I called up Sam's to ask about a reservation, and while they don't take reservations for a party our size (15-20) for the outdoor patio, they will try to get us the best seats possible and have put us down for 11.45am tomorrow, in the name of 'Porsche Boxsters'.

Now, if we are to get good seats all together (or close enough), we should plan on getting there early rather than late (I really don't think I should be saying this - my track record on punctuality is nothing to write home about). On nice days, they start filling up around noon, so let us definitely plan on getting there at 11.45, or maybe even a little bit earlier.

Ok, now back to discussing Voxster's hair - dude, I've heard that ocean wind really helps set in hair color.

dedes

7-11-08, 02:22 PM

Just a minor distraction from the hot-topic-of-the-day, Voxster's Hair Color :D

I called up Sam's to ask about a reservation, and while they don't take reservations for a party our size (15-20) for the outdoor patio, they will try to get us the best seats possible and have put us down for 11.45am tomorrow, in the name of 'Porsche Boxsters'.

Now, if we are to get good seats all together (or close enough), we should plan on getting their early rather than late (I really don't think I should be saying this - my track record on punctuality is nothing to write home about). On nice days, they start filling up around noon, so let us definitely plan on getting there at 11.45, or maybe even a little bit earlier.

Ok, now back to discussing Voxster's hair - dude, I've heard that ocean wind really helps set in hair color.

Beware I put the word out! could have some late attendees
BigB.....If you are going to be late call my cell. :D

The Voxster

7-11-08, 02:28 PM

Just a minor distraction from the hot-topic-of-the-day, Voxster's Hair Color :D

LMAO :D:D:D:p

P.S> This is my 100th post... I'm having a Senior moment!

bigb

7-11-08, 02:38 PM

george g

7-11-08, 03:10 PM

Thanks Dede. Asking for a reservation for over 20 would've meant going through their event coordinator(!), and with 9 signups here, few of them solo, 20 sounded like a reasonable number. If there are more, I'm sure we'll be able to find enough seats so long as we get there early enough. The seats may not be all together (their outside patio isn't all that big to begin with), but oh well.

My route might take longer than an hour. It's up to you how we get to lunch or what time but there are some great scenic views along the way and you might not want to rush. Or we could forget the views and make it a speed run. :D But it might not be recommended considering the roads.

George

dedes

7-11-08, 03:32 PM

My route might take longer than an hour. It's up to you how we get to lunch or what time but there are some great scenic views along the way and you might not want to rush. Or we could forget the views and make it a speed run. :D But it might not be recommended considering the roads.

George

or after lunch continue the drive & take your route back up to Skyline, then wave our good bye's ;)

george g

7-11-08, 04:23 PM

Duh!!! Good idea. I was thinking of that. :D

dedes

7-11-08, 04:33 PM

Duh!!! Good idea. I was thinking of that. :D

I know you would think that way! Duh! :D

looks like were going to have a good time! I think we are all itching to go on a drive and get together, thanks BigB!

bigb

7-11-08, 05:55 PM

Hey, thanks to all of you for actually making this happen - I was just itching to go on a drive, thats all!

I like the idea of making an early run for lunch, and then a post lunch scenic drive back to Skyline.

If there are any traffic flatfoots reading this thread to lay traps along our route, I'm sure they are confused as hell by now :D :D

The Voxster

7-11-08, 06:15 PM

If there are any traffic flatfoots reading this thread to lay traps along our route, I'm sure they are confused as hell by now :D :D

Why would the cops care about my hair col... ohhh, wait... this thread's about a DRIVE??!? Like with CARS and stuff?? :D

Paralizer

7-11-08, 08:00 PM

same time as a hair appointment:D
What hair?:D

Paralizer

7-11-08, 08:07 PM

Oh, and I'll be at Alice's at 10:30. Sorry just saw all the updates to this thread. Again some of us do have to work and not play on computers all day.:p

akif

7-11-08, 09:34 PM

I know Akif will show...he always does. :cool:

LOL :D:D

U caught me looking Dede, and now I'm on the hook.

dedes

7-11-08, 10:38 PM

LOL :D:D

U caught me looking Dede, and now I'm on the hook.

Akif be at Alice's parking lot (across the street) at 10:30 am sharp :cool:

clemsonc

7-12-08, 05:52 PM

Hi all, it's really nice to meet you guys for the drive and the good time at lunch and beer. Mable and I enjoyed alot (meet new friends, good food, and good times), Let's do more :)

Some photos here...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/911turboclub/sets/72157606132029501/detail/

--Clemson