tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7264078119473382852024-03-19T04:08:17.068-07:00Vintage TorqueVintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.comBlogger417125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-24840172699671724272017-06-09T18:06:00.001-07:002017-06-09T18:06:47.616-07:00Iron Invasion October 7 Give Away Motorcycle <p dir="ltr">This custom CB500T will be given away at Iron Invasion October 7. Join us at McHenry County Fairgrounds in Woodstock IL for THE season ending bash! </p>
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Here is a quick 2 minute video from Lonestar Round Up 2016. Max Grundy tries to drive my hot rod.....Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-51159176063793364952016-04-03T19:10:00.001-07:002016-04-03T19:10:44.203-07:00Save $ - buy Torque Fest passes NOW<p dir="ltr">Just a heads up, if you purchase your weekend passes now, you will save $. It does NOT matter if you have a car or bike.... We do not charge extra for showing cars or bikes. Everyone pays the same entry price at the festival. Go to www.vintagetorquefest.com and click on REGISTER </p>
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Iron Invasion happens this Saturday - Woodstock IL. McHenry County Fairgrounds. If you don't know what this show is all about..... go #ironinvasion Pre party happens at Woodstock Harley Davidson on Friday night and the vintage motocross sponsored by J & P Cycles will start around 3pm. Live bands, pin up contest, swap meet, vendors, and LOTS of vintage cycles, hot rods and customs. Seeya there. Details at <a href="http://www.ironinvasion.com/">www.ironinvasion.com</a><br />Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-23966773038327567662015-07-22T14:00:00.002-07:002015-07-22T14:00:22.633-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The McMullen Roadster - One of the most iconic hot rods of all time will be at the Iron Invasion on Oct 3 in Woodstock IL. Plan on being at the show - we are going to have a good time. Special thanks to Dana and Patti Mecum for the display of the McMullen RoadsterVintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-45749318804691028052015-04-22T12:07:00.002-07:002015-04-22T12:07:47.272-07:00Last day to Pre Register is FRIDAY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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$5 off weekend entry if you pre register before Saturday. This applies to spectators and car/motorcycle owners. If you are registering a car or bike, you will also get a free event poster and $2 coupon off merch. Seeya in Dubuque Iowa - Rain or Shine.<br />Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-8276678719935316892014-10-25T21:13:00.001-07:002014-10-25T21:13:50.620-07:00Retro Rewind Dubuque Jan 10 - info on FBhttps://www.facebook.com/pages/Retro-Rewind-Dubuque/546111972087118Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-47345568354918625582014-09-15T21:30:00.001-07:002014-09-15T21:30:15.973-07:00Iron Invasion Woodstock IL on Oct 4<p dir=ltr>Its a good time and a good cause.</p>
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if you have never been to Iron Invasion - here are some scenes from 2013Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-72095743879807582492014-08-07T07:23:00.001-07:002014-08-07T07:23:57.001-07:00October 4, Woodsock IL - The Return of IRON INVASION<p dir=ltr>Be there!</p>
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Iron Invasion 2013 was a success despite the rain! Everyone saw the forecast of 80% chance of rain, but showed up anyway. These rides are driven rain or shine, and they did get to drive in both this year! The downpour that lasted about an hour hit around 12:45pm and lasted about 45 minutes. After that it was sunshine and smiles all around. The number of entries that were on site this year was 854. This is<br />
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There were a LOT of car clubs that stepped up and gave us volunteer shifts at the show – Tin Militia, Rod Tossers, Slackers, Five Aces, Voodoo Kings, Twisted<br />
Pistons, Oliver Built Group, The Aces, Wreckless Chicago, Piston Jammers, Instigators, Ton Up Club, Romin’ Chariettes, Blackwalls, Chrome Czars and others. The feature cars that were in the buildings came all the way from Washington state. The bands, pin up contest, vendors, artists, and all the spectators that made the show special are waiting to hear what the dates will be for 2014. Stay tuned to <a href="http://www.ironinvasion.com/" target="_blank">www.ironinvasion.com</a> for details.<br />
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We are pleased to announce Vintage Torque Fest will return to Dubuque in 2014.</div>
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We want to thank the volunteers, vendors, sponsors, artists, car clubs, spectators, car owners, staff of the fairgrounds, the Chamber of Commerce of Dubuque, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau of Dubuque.</div>
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All of these people helped make the show a success.</div>
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We learned a lot this first year and we are confident we will be able to iron out some of the kinks that we had to deal with. We have even more in store to keep the festival atmosphere rolling for 2014 and hope you will make plans to join us on May 2, 3, 4. </div>
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We are going to try our best to weather proof the show. The fairground has agreed to be flexible with our times on the track. So if the weather looks bad on Saturday - we will be able to get cars out on the track on Friday. If we have weather like we did this past year, then we will be able to get some action in on Sunday before everyone takes off. We plan on doing a Bloody Mary Brunch on Sunday morning and have a possible bluegrass band to send everyone off. Perhaps a couple of other things as well.</div>
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This will be just one of the changes next year that we will keep everyone updated on.</div>
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Another change will be about camping - giant RVs will have limited space for next year.</div>
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This will be given to those who reserve first, and yes, the county fairgrounds are ready to take your reservations now. This will only be around 10 spots so don't delay.</div>
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If you had fun at Vintage Torque Fest and want to attend the same kind of show, we will be hosting</div>
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Iron Invasion in Woodstock IL October 11-12 and Retro Rewind an event with Cars & Guitars & Fuel Injected Film Festival. Retro Rewind will be the official pre party for Torque Fest-Jan. 11, 2014 at the Five Flags Theater in downtown Dubuque.</div>
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Hope to see you at a show down the road!</div>
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Vintage Torque Fest - This is not your old man's car show - Accept No Substitutes!</div>
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<br />Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-8998113083420319892013-05-13T19:19:00.000-07:002013-05-13T19:19:12.809-07:00Vintage Torque Fest 2013 posters sets available<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Buy some posters - All 3 of these are only $15 + $7 shipping. What a deal. </div>
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Size of posters is 18"x 24" </div>
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<span class="userContent" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}">For the weather and prevailing conditions we had to deal with, I am not sure how the show could<br />have gone any better.<br />I knew it was going to be a tough hill to climb when the weather report said 100% chance of rain<br />on Friday. Add to that, reports of people digging out 2 foot snow drifts just to get their cars out of their<br />garage north of Minneapolis and jack knifed big rigs all along I-35 and I-80. For the guys on bias<br />plys, this turned into a treacherous road trip and for those that emailed me privately apologizing<br />about turning around.....no apology needed. While our show is a good time, it is not worth<br />risking your ride or your well being. There were MANY people that came up to me at the show and<br />apologized for not bringing their ride to the show, and we totally get it. Ultimately we were just happy people showed up in the wind and rain which had a wind chill of 29 degrees!</span></div>
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<span class="userContent" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}">We started the show with 535 pre registrations. We ended up with 625 registrations given out.<br />Of those 535 pre registered rides about 125 did not show up. There were a total of just under 600 cars on site.<br />We had about 175-200 cars show up without the pre registration. So when you add up the pre reg<br />the pre reg that did not show up and those that drove up, we would have had over 700 traditional<br />rod and custom cars on site. The classic and chrome section was only about 25-35 cars so that was<br />nothing compared to the almost 300 we had last year. It seems the classic and chrome guys refuse to<br />drive their cars even if there is a hint of rain. That's ok, that is not what our show is about anyway.<br />So while many were complaining about the lower car count from 2012 to 2013, we actually had<br />about 600 traditional rods and customs both years. People also seemed to think we had a lower<br />spectator count as well. There is no doubt we had a fraction of the people show up on Friday,<br />but Saturday we actually had the same amount of spectators as 2012. The difference is the size<br />of the grounds. Dubuque County Fairgrounds are bigger than where we have been in the past, and<br />therefore it will take more people to fill the place up. I am confident we will get there.</span></div>
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<span class="userContent" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}">Overall it was a fun time, and while it was chaotic and a bit unorganized, everyone I talked to<br />loved the new location and the vibe of Dubuque. The fairgrounds staff went way above and beyond the call<br />of duty rearranging stages on a whim of the VTF staff. Digging out about 30 cars out of the mud, <br />accomodating campers, and while the lines were long - the food never ran out. These are all issues<br />that we deal with at the different shows we put on and it's nice to know the crew at the fairgrounds<br />care enough about the show to make whatever changes are needed.</span></div>
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<span class="userContent" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}">Many are still not clear about the gate proceeds and the art auction. The gate proceeds go to help pay for the show, and $$$ that is leftover<br />is given to our adopted families. This year we were able to give the Essl family $5000. We hope this is the first of many families we can<br />help. The art auction proceeds go to Hannah Wells Medical Trust. This is a trust set up to help us pay for all the expenses that we incur over the<br />year with our daughter. This year the auction raised just over $20K!!!! With the help of all these artists and bidders this was by far the most successful<br />art auction ever. We can't thank you enough - our first expenses are coming up June 7. We have to have both of our daughters looked at in Boston at <br />Harvard Medical. We are not sure when we have to have more open heart surgery for Hannah, but we will be able to get more info by doing these tests.</span></div>
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<br />Of course the core of Vintage Torque Fest relies on the volunteers. They are the ones that make the<br />show happen. The lead volunteer coordinator (Mitch Huffington) is not just in charge of the volunteers, he is also <br />always coming up with ideas on how to make the show better. He and the Tin Militia (Thor, Andy, Jenny, & Jessica) are invaluable<br />and the show is infinitely better with them on board. There were others as well, Brandon from The Bombers CC (and hosts of the <br />Bombs Away Bash - this year with Reverand Horton Heat!), Rocky Hodges, Steve from The Kropdusters, Rockford Mick, <br />family and friends that helped at the gates,Rob and Nonda, Iowa Doug, Scott from Romin'Chariots CC, &<br />Pat from 3 on the Tree - all these people put in at least 10 hour shifts each day. And we also received considerable help from<br />the following car clubs: Rat Bastards, Wreckless Chicago, Rod Tossers, Twisted Pistons, The Instigators, Romin Chariots.<br />And let us tell you - the weather on Friday was TERRIBLE. For those guys to sit on their posts in the<br />wind & the rain means so much to the success of the show.</div>
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There were also many who helped out with getting the word out about the show. Harley Davidson corporate were very involved<br />in the national advertising budget and we can't thank them enough. Regional and local advertising help was provided by<br />Dubuque Chamber of Commerce and Dubuque Convention & Visitors Bureau - specifically Keith Rahe and Tyler Daugherty.</div>
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With this support of family, friends, volunteers, car clubs, spectators, and most importantly- hot rod owners, Vintage Torque Fest will continue to be<br />the only traditional rod and custom show in Iowa that matters. Others will try - but they will not have the massive support from you - the fans and <br />participants of Vintage Torque Fest.</div>
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Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-60063396324544087252013-04-23T06:57:00.002-07:002013-04-23T06:57:31.580-07:00525 Pre registered from 18 different states! Torque Fest 2013 BE THERE525 Pre Registered vehicles and MANY more spectators. We have registrations from TX, CO, WI, OH, PA, NY, IN, KY, MO, IL, MI, SD, NE, KS, OK, MN, NC, and even Canada! This is a rain or shine show and the perfect way to kick off the hot rod season. So come on out and have a great weekend at Vintage Torque Fest! Last minute pre registration and weekend wristbands will be sold at the Jefferson Wisconsin Swap Meet-Building B. Sorry no mailing allowed at this late date.Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-88481255328236330792012-12-21T10:15:00.000-08:002012-12-21T10:15:00.869-08:00Blue Christmas, Miles Davis & Bob Dorough<iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/cnRmHszDaa0?fs=1" frameborder="0" width="459" height="344" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br /><br />I know many of you out there probably think we only listen to rockabilly around here........but the truth is - we are into all kinds of music - except this new crap called country.<br />REAL country has a fiddle, lap steel, and NO rapping.<br />But that is for a different rant.<br />Today we must tell you that Bob Dorough is a talent that is not to be missed.<br />Some like him - some dont:<br />Will Friedwald said: <a href="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=jazzcom-20=1=8=as1=0684185229=000000=1=_blank=amazon=0000FF=000000=FFFFFF=ifr" target="blank" _extended="true">“Anyone who’s ever taken a singing lesson resents the hell out of Bob Dorough for having the nerve to pass himself off as a vocalist.”</a><br /><br />I love him and hope you dig the Christmas tune with the legend - Miles Davis<br /><a href="http://www.bobdorough.com/">http://www.bobdorough.com/</a>Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-55878391964083745592012-12-20T09:04:00.000-08:002012-12-20T09:04:00.440-08:00Elvis Presley ♥ "Santa Claus Is Back In Town" & "Blue Christmas" ♥<iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/rUq14qbhksc?fs=1" frameborder="0" width="459" height="344" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br /><br />I love the fact that Elvis is able to improvise and try to sing a song without really knowing the words....as for Blue Christmas - yeah - it is a classic and this is a cool versionVintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-24989384283253845582012-12-03T10:43:00.000-08:002012-12-03T10:43:00.160-08:00Vintage Torque Fest Special Parking for Vintage Drag Cars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you are going to be a PARTICIPANT at the Tri State Raceway Vintage Drags on Sunday May 5 - let us know and we will reserve a spot for you at the Vintage Torque Fest for your ride!<br />
You have to let us know 2 weeks in advance though....<br />
Seeya there and remember it is only $5 for spectators that have the Vintage Torque Fest wristband to come out and watch.<br />
$20 for cars that are going to make passes.<br />
All entry fees will be paid directly to Tri State Raceway.<br />
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The city of Dubuque is way cool. How cool? The city is letting Vintage Torque Fest have an open header parade on Thursday May 2, 2013!<br />
Yes, Dubuque does have a loud pipe ordinance....... but they waived it for the week of Torque Fest!<br />
As a result we are going to rumble our way through downtown Dubuque escorted by the po-po.<br />
ALL street legal cars are welcome to take part in this public parade.<br />
The route will be determined around Feb.<br />
We are still in talks with some businesses to see if they want to team up and make this an even bigger party.....<br />
no matter what - it is gonna be a good time and we hope you will join us....<br />
either as a participant - Or as a spectator.<br />
Get that spot by the downtown clock tower early...cause it is gonna be a sight when a couple hundred hot rods, customs, muscle cars, motorcycles, and classics roll by.<br />
Details will be updated on the site<br />
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May 5<br />
Tri State Raceway<br />
Vintage Torque Vintage Drags<br />
So you did not get enough action during Friday & Saturday?<br />
Well...<br />
c'mon out and check out the cars going down the 1/4 mile.<br />
Entry is only $5 for spectators to get in at this special event WITH TORQUE FEST WRISTBAND. $10 for spectators that do NOT have the wristband. There will be special parking for those that have classic cars. ALL classic cars are welcome in this special parking area.<br />
If you want to run your car down the track - you must pass inspection and you pay $20 for unlimited passes.<br />
To run your car down the track you must NOT have any modern aftermarket accessories.<br />
This means those aerodynamic hoods, modern wheels, and modern paint schemes will be asked to park in the spectator area for today. Tri State has MANY other oppurtunities for cars to run throughout the season.... May 5 is to be a special day set aside for the vintage vibe. Hope you will join us.<br />
<a href="http://www.tristateraceway.com/">http://www.tristateraceway.com/</a><br />
The raceway is 28 miles west of the Dubuque County Fairgrounds.<br />
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Vintage Torquehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12187764362650893595noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-726407811947338285.post-54387899802638478052012-11-30T09:47:00.000-08:002012-11-30T09:47:00.381-08:00Vintage Torque Fest - Cruise In Section for ALL cars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Vintage Torque Fest is a show that welcomes ALL hot rods, customs, muscle, and stock classics. We have a separate parking area for cars that don't quite meet our entry guidelines. This means that even if you have a killer 442 and think - " I want to go to Torque Fest, but they won't let my car in." This is just not the case - we have an area connected to the show that EVERYONE will see your car. It is NOT connected to the spectator parking. Yes we concentrate on getting the pre '65 cars in the door at Torque Fest, but we want you guys with the killer kustom vans and VW bugs to know they are welcome as well.<br />
Hope to seeya May 3-5, 2013<br />
Dubuque IA<br />
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