2009 LX & Beyond Nationals (OH) July 18-19

So your doing okay? Well Considering....

 

Doing okay? What are you talking about? . . . . .

 

A little bowl game-LOL

 

Oh . . . . . that! :thongue2:


I ain't mad. I think OSU played their best game of the season, but unfortunately defense gave up the win in the last 20secs. OSU surprised a lot of people and stayed way closer than most people gave them credit for. Prior to the game there was talks of a 20+ point blowout.

After getting crushed in 2 back-to-back national title games the Buckeye nation is kinda numb to losing this one. :sorry:

 

Is it JULY yet?!?!?!

6 MONTHS until the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS!!!

If you haven't heard already . . . . . . JULY is the new June.

So instead of saying is it June yet, everybody can start saying "IS IT JULY YET?" ​

SPONSORS

B-N-D AUTOMOTIVE------We are pleased to announce the first sponsor returning for the 2nd year in a row. Those of you that were lucky enough to win drag racing awards last year and the handful that won his product as door prizes will remember Brian Schubert. B-N-D will be in attendance again at their vendor booth with product and answering your questions.

True2Form------We would like to welcome a new sponsor which was responsible for completing last year's extreme makeover car. They picked up the project and like their motto says, have finished it "the way it was made to be." Pictures coming soon!!!......


CARSHOW

We are very happy to announce that this year we have teamed up with THE F4 CHALLENGE judging organization which will be the official sanctioning body for this year's carshow. We had a long conversation with the group's founder and one of the many reasons we chose them was because they focus on quality over quantity. Whether your ride is lightly modified or extreme, make sure you bring your "A" game this year. Learn more about them at: The F4 CHALLENGE. More details to follow......

The show field will be on grass this year, so that means no sitting in the sun and baking your asphalt on the concrete. Bring your tent or pop-up, shine up your ride and be prepared to sit back and enjoy some warm Midwest sunshine and a fun-filled weekend with fellow Modern Mopar Muscle enthusiasts. ALL LX and LC attendees that are not racing will be eligible and judged for awards/trophies in the car show this year. (No, this is not a misprint, I said ALL LX and LC attendees that are not racing will be in the carshow). More details to follow......


HOTEL

HQ Hotel: The Holiday Inn - South Youngstown: All 158 rooms (S/D) until February 28th at the rate of $119.99/per night. Any rooms already booked will be adjusted to reflect the discounted rate. March 1, 2009 - June 15, 2009 the rate will increase to $129.99/per night. Don't wait until the last minute to book these rooms, nearly half of them are already gone.

Secondary Hotel: We have not forgotten about this and working on it. There is still plenty of time, stay tuned......


T-SHIRT

We are looking for a modified Chrysler 300/300C and Dodge Challenger owner that is planning to attend this year and would like to have their vehicle on the Official 2009 Event Shirt. Send turbobuckeye (Anthony) a PM or e-mail for details.


This year we're going to try something a little different and on the 18th of each month we'll hit you with updates on the event. That way everybody knows when to expect to see more info. If you have questions/concerns not answered you know you should see some feedback by the 18th. Some announcements may be too BIG to wait for the 18th, so we might update sooner. Either way keep an eye on the thread. There is a LOT of work going on behind the scenes!

Enjoy the Holiday Weekend!!!

Anthony Carter & Chuck Green
LX & BEYOND NATIONALS
Founders

 

Reminder: Keep an eye on post #1-2 for updates

Just wanted to post up a quick reminder for everyone to keep an eye on post #1-2 for updates on the event. We will post updates within the thread, but if you happen to miss something and don't want to sift thru 3 pages of conversation then that is the best and quickest way to find what you are looking for. Most of the underlined titles or words are links which will take you to additional info as well. Check them out.

Additionally, anybody that starts a caravan thread please let me know so that I can add it to post #2 and help you round up more people for your caravan group. If you don't see a caravan started for the area you will be departing one then start a thread and you'll have a caravan before you know it.

HOTEL ROOMS - The Holiday Inn - South Youngstown: All 158 rooms (S/D) until February 28th at the rate of $119.99/per night. Any rooms already booked will be adjusted to reflect the discounted rate. March 1, 2009 - June 15, 2009 the rate will increase to $129.99/per night. Don't wait until the last minute to book these rooms, nearly half of them are already gone.

The 18th of each month we'll hit you with updates on the event. That way everybody knows when to expect to see more info. If you have questions/concerns not answered you know you should see some feedback by the 18th. Some announcements may be too BIG to wait for the 18th, so we might update sooner. Keep an eye on the thread!!!

Anthony

 

2009 LX & BEYOND NATS Tentative Schedule

Tentative schedule has been posted. Check it out!

2009 EVENT SCHEDULE

This is not final yet, but we wanted to give everyone an idea of how the schedule is shaping up and also some of the caravan coordinators have been asking so they know when to get here and when they can plan on heading home.

Is it July yet? :hypno:

 

Announcement: 2 More Sponsors for 2009 LX NATS!!!

We are very happy to announce 2 more returning sponsors from last year that will be contributing some special goodies to be announced closer to event time (Valued at $300.00 and $150.00). Both of these companies are at the top of their game and hands-down there is nobody that can touch either of them on quality of work or attention to detail. I have been fortunate enough to purchase products from both of them and hopefully many of you have too. If you have never heard of them or seen their work yet then you need to check out their websites and some of the threads on these forums.

I can't tell you how thankful we are to have BILLET TECHNOLOGY and JINA'S EMBROIDERY onboard again as supporting sponsors. Maybe you will be lucky enough to win something from them at the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS!!!

Thank you BT and Jina's for your continued support and the masterpieces that you have created for all of us.

Anthony
LX NATS
Founder

 

A little history about the founders of the LX NATS

This was posted over on Challenger Forums, but I thought I would share this with all you too.

For those of you that don't know. I asked Chuck to help me with the LX NATS not only because he was an LX and Mopar enthusiast but he also had very successfully organized and run racing events for many years long before the LX-platform was born.

You'll never catch him tooting his own horn so I'm gonna give you a little background history on one of the co-founders of the LX NATS. Known to many, he was the person that originally started the NMCA-National Muscle Car Association (1985-1991). During this time as a drag racing enthusiast, promoter, mentor and friend to many he promoted events which were covered in 32 magazines; 17 which were front covers.

Do a google/internet search for "Chuck Green", "Car Craft Magazine", "Super Showdown" and you will see what I'm talking about. Chuck has been around drag racing a long time and continues to help new and upcoming enthusiasts get even better. If you have never drag raced before or just want to pick his brain about how to improve your times I'm sure he would be happy to help anyway he can.

See ya'll in JULY!!! :rock:

 

A little Valentine's Day love for the carshow folks.

New info has been posted... http://www.lxforums.com/board/showpost.php?p=1809064&postcount=5 ...more coming soon!

Car Show Information:

• All winners will be announced on Sunday, July 19th at the Event.
• All facility rules apply and will be enforced by track employees during the event
• F4 CHALLENGE - Judging Criteria and Rules
  • F4 Challenge Classifications
    • Amateur Class - 9 modifications or less
    • Experienced Class - 10 modifications or more
  • F4 Challenge Competition Divisions
    • Amateur Division Award Plaques
    • Experienced Divison Award Plaques
    • Outstanding Club/Team Representation (5 vehicle team minimum)
  • LX & Beyond Nationals Awards
    (DO NOT count toward F4 Challenge National Chase Competition]
    • Vehicle Make Competition
      • Outstanding Overall - Best of Show
      • Outstanding Chrysler 300/300C
      • Outstanding Dodge Challenger
      • Outstanding Dodge Charger
      • Outstanding Dodge Magnum
      • Outstanding Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouth/Jeep (Non-LX/LC)
    • Specialty Awards
      • Outstanding Performance-Themed Vehicle
      • Outstanding Undercarriage
      • Outstanding Interior
      • Outstanding Vinyl Graphics
      • Outstanding Air Brushing
      • Outstanding Engine (visual)
      • Outstanding Paint/Finish
      • Outstanding Body Work
      • Outstanding Female Ride
      • Outstanding Wheel/Tire Combo
    • Audio/Video Award
      • Outstanding Sound Presentation
      • Outstanding ICE (In Car Entertainment)
    • Vehicle Presentation
      • Outstanding (Lighting) Display
    • Club/Team Awards
      • Outstanding Club/Team Participation

 

Better Late Than Never....I Know, Today is the 18TH!!!

TIME FOR THE 18TH UPDATE:

T-SHIRT:
We are planning to do an official event t-shirt again this year. As we have always done in the past, ONLY forum members/vendors that are planning to attend the event will be eligible to submit pictures to be featured on this year's shirt. Both vendors and forum members are eligible to submit images for entry. We have already selected the Magnum and Charger owners to be featured this year, but we are still looking for entries for a modified Chrysler 300/300C and Dodge Challenger. If you are interested, please PM or e-mail turbobuckeye (Anthony) for details.


GATE FEES:

$100.00 - Racing (Car/Driver) / $60.00 - Car Show (Car/Driver) - - - - - for entire weekend

$10.00 (Per Day) - spectators, passengers and children 13 and over.

We understand the sensitive environment of the economy and for this reason we are NOT taking any registration fees up-front this year from racing and carshow participants. Everyone planning to enter the carshow or racing competitions will pay their entry fees at the gate this year. Chuck and I discussed this prior to the announcement of the 09 event and we are very much looking forward to seeing everyone this year but also did not want to add to any hardships you may be addressing during the early months of 2009. Hopefully, this will allow everyone to plan and save up for the event but also take care of other financial responsibilities that need your attention, as well as complete some knock-out modifications before the event!!!


WHO IS COMING:
We are officially 5 months away from the kickoff of the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS so we think its time to get the attendee list rolling so everyone can see who is coming, where they're coming from and what they are bringing? Post up HERE to get your name added to the attendee list.


Racing Rules and Information:

• All winners will be announced on Sunday, July 19th at the Event.
• All facility rules apply and will be enforced by track employees during the event.
• Drivers must have all the proper safety equipment including apparel designated by the track's sanctioning body.
• Multiple vehicles registered by one person are allowed but there must be a driver for each vehicle. One Car, One Driver!
• Vehicles allowed to race side by side are determined by track rules
• All races will be run on a FULL .500 TREE
  

1. Class Rules for No Limit - Quick 16 Competitions at LX & BEYOND NATIONALS Event (July 18-19, 2009):
   
   • This is a heads-up style drag racing class designed to attract a large variety of late-model Mopar-powered LX- and LC-platform vehicles ONLY
   • Developed for all 2005-newer Chrysler/Dodge-bodied cars using a late-model Mopar-style power plant.
   • All Mopar based engines are allowed.
   • This will be an ALL RUN qualifying format.
   • A Sportsman ladder will determine running order based off Saturday qualifying round.
   • All vehicles MUST pass track sanctioning body rules (IHRA) for ET and speed. Only exceptions are decided by track.
   • All vehicles will get a minimum of two (2) qualifying pass (3 if time allows) on Saturday. That will determine your ladder position by ET and MPH (if we have a tie on ET).
2. Class Rules for Naturally Aspirated - Quick 16 Competitions at LX & BEYOND NATIONALS Event (July 18-19, 2009):
   
   • This is a heads-up style drag racing class designed to attract a large variety of late-model Mopar-powered LX- and LC-platform vehicles ONLY
   • Developed for all 2005-newer Chrysler/Dodge-bodied cars using a late-model Mopar-style power plant.
   • Only late-model Mopar-based engines are allowed.
   • This will be an ALL RUN qualifying format.
   • All vehicles MUST pass track sanctioning body rules (IHRA) for ET and speed. Only exceptions are decided by track.
   • A Sportsman ladder will determine running order based off Saturday qualifying round.
   • All vehicles will get a minimum of two (2) qualifying pass (3 if time allows) on Saturday. That will determine your ladder position by ET and MPH (if we have a tie on ET).
3. Class Rules for No Limit (Other) - Quick 16 Competition at LX & BEYOND NATIONALS Event (July 18-19, 2009):
   
   • This is a heads-up style drag racing class designed to attract a large variety of late-model Mopar-powered vehicles.
   • Open to any year Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Plymouth-bodied car or truck using a Mopar power plant.
   • This will be an ALL RUN qualifying format.
   • All vehicles MUST pass track sanctioning body rules (IHRA) for ET and speed. Only exceptions are decided by track.
   • A Sportsman ladder will determine running order based off Saturday qualifying round.
   • All vehicles will get a minimum of two (2) qualifying pass (3 if time allows) on Saturday. That will determine your ladder position by ET and MPH (if we have a tie on ET).
4. Class Rules for Bracket Racing Competition at LX & BEYOND NATIONALS Event (July 18-19, 2009):
   
   • All vehicles MUST pass track sanctioning body rules (IHRA) for ET and speed. Only exceptions are decided by track.
   • A Sportsman ladder will determine running order based off Saturday qualifying round, closest to dial-in without exceeding.
   • Delay boxes, cross-over boxes, or any "reaction-time related" electronic bracket racing aids prohibited in this class. Throttle stops and all related throttle-stop type accessories prohibited. Trans brake permitted.
   • All vehicles will get a minimum of two (2) qualifying pass (3 if time allows) on Saturday. That will help you select your Dial-In Time or your ET.

CLASS DESIGNATIONS/BRACKET:
Bracket classes are outlined as follows:

A Bracket: 11.49-Quicker
B Bracket: 11.50-12.99
C Bracket: 13.00 - Slower​

HEADQUARTERS HOTEL:
There are still a handful of rooms available at the The Official Headquarters Hotel. Don't forget that the $119.99/per night rate is only good for rooms booked by February 28th. After that date, the rate will increase to $129.99/per night which does not seem like a big of a deal but could be a substantial difference for those of you arriving a day earlier and staying for the entire weekend.

STAY TUNED:
More details still coming. A lot of items are in the works that we REALLY want to tell you about but are not ready for print just yet. We will announce more as soon as we get the green light from the parties involved.

Thank you again to everyone for your support and everyone behind the scenes helping to make the 2009 LX NATS possible. Keep bumping those threads, get those caravans organized, encourage those vendors and spread the word because this is going to be a FUN event for EVERYONE this year!!!

Anthony Carter and Chuck Green
LX & BEYOND NATIONALS
Founders

 

Time to move this back to the top.

Check out the event details HERE:
http://lxforums.com/board/showthread.php?t=133413

Check out the attendee list HERE:
http://www.srtconnection.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12979

What are you doing on July 18-19th? :friends:

 

I just got off the phone with the owner of a very unique and very well known LX/LC car and it will be at the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS this year!!! BIG THANK YOU to the folks that helped to set this up and make it possible. Everybody make sure you bring plenty of memory cards to capture this one in photos because its legendary.

More info coming soon......

Anthony Carter
LX & BEYOND NATS
Founder

 

Check out this thread for some possible special guests!:worthy:
http://www.caliberforums.com/forums/showthread.php?p=194888#post194888

 

One week ago . . . . today

One week ago we started the attendee list for the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATS and already we are up to 132 vehicles!!!

40-Magnum | 10-300's | 53-Charger | 9-Challenger

6-Cherokee SRT | 2-Crossfire SRT | 6-SRT4 | 6-Caliber SRT

25-States | 1-Canada Territory​

We keep up this pace and we are certain to have 400 by July!!! I still have a lot of e-mail to go thru from people that are not on the forums but have contacted us about the event so I will continue updating the list as I complete e-mails. Thank you to everyone for your support and assistance.

Don't forget the rooms at the HQ Hotel go up after the Feb 28. Don't wait until the last minute to book your room!!!

Anthony
LX NATS

 

Sponsor Announcement: Monday, March 2, 2009

SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT - Monday, March 2, 2009

SRT TRACK EXPERIENCE - The same people responsible for providing SRT vehicle owners and performance enthusiasts across the country with a day's worth of full-throttle action by Richard Petty Driving Experience instructors will be sponsors again for this year's LX NATS. Stay tuned for more information on what surprises are in store for 2009.

MEGUIAR'S CAR CARE PRODUCTS - The trusted experts in surface and car care products since 1901 will be onboard again as a sponsor for the 2009 LX NATS. Meguiar's will be providing some of their premium products for this year's Car Crazy participants. Keep an eye on future announcements on how you can win some for yourself.


If there is a vendor/company/person out there that you want to see at the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS have them contact Turbobuckeye (Anthony) or CHERRY (Chuck) or PM us with their contact info and we will contact them. Without a doubt this will be an LX, LC, Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep/Plymouth, Modern Mopar, SRT, Late-Model HEMI, Forum-wide event that you will NOT want to miss. Keep spreading the word and organizing those caravans. As someone else already mentioned, half the fun is making the journey to get here.

Thank you to everyone behind the scenes helping to make this happen your efforts are very much appreciated.

More information to follow......

Anthony
LX NATS
Founder

 

A pre-weekend BUMP back to the top!

Check out the registration list: http://lxforums.com/board/showpost.php?p=2067285&postcount=2
*If your name should be on there and its not please let me know.

Check the caravan list: http://lxforums.com/board/showpost.php?p=1809057&postcount=2
*If you are setting one up and the thread is not listed let me know. (Any forum)

 

Special Announcement!!!

F4 CHALLENGE is looking for 10-15 customized cars for a "Modern Musclecar" display. They are also the same company conducting the judging for the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS. This would be a great opportunity for anybody planning to compete at the LX NATS to get a chance to see F4 Challenge in action, get a heads-up on their judging style and criteria as well as show off some beautiful American Musclecars. In addition, a goodie bag has been provided by F4 Challenge ($40 Value).

For the first 10 people that are able to attend the CLEVELAND AUTORAMA and display their car for the 3 days we will give FREE entry on day #2 (race or show) into 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS.

This offer is not limited to those that reside in Ohio.

Eligible:

• Dodge Charger | Dodge Challenger | Dodge Magnum | Chrysler 300
• Can not be stock, must be modified
• Need to know NO LATER THAN noon on Wednesday, March 18, 2009
• 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS vendors are NOT eligible

Requirements:

• Register Here: https://secure1.webconnex.com/cleveland
• Display "2009 LX & BEYOND NATS" windshield banner on car (provided by us)
• Pass out event flyers for LX & BEYOND NATIONALS
• Vehicle Must Be on Display for Entire Event (3 Days)
• Send an e-mail to turbobuckeye (Anthony) at [email protected]

FREE Entry:

• One (1) Car and Driver and One (1) Passenger
• FREE Entry is NOT transferrable

 

Better Late Than Never....TIME FOR THE 18TH UPDATE

Happy 1st Day of Spring!!!...time to BUMP this to the top.

In case you missed the announcements......

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE--March 19, 2009

FREDERICK CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE
7871 Market Street | Boardman, OH 44512 | (330) 726-2777
MR. BOB FREDERICK JR.​

Boardman, OH - Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge teams up with Chuck Green/Anthony Carter to become the Official Marquee Sponsor of the 2009 LX & BEYOND NATIONALS. Mr. Bob Frederick Jr. is an avid Mopar enthusiast and owner of many Mopar vehicles of his own.

We are very fortunate to have a host sponsor that is both an advocate and fan of the LX and LC cars. We are looking forward to working with Mr. Bob Frederick Jr. and his group and providing everyone with a fun LX & Beyond Nationals this year.


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT--March 19, 2009

See the "G5 Posey Challenger" at the
2009 LX & Beyond Nationals,
July 18-19, 2009 in Salem, Ohio​

The "G5 Posey Challenger" is a tribute to a part of Dodge and Trans Am racing history with the blessing of the famous #77 T/A Challenger Racer, Mr. Sam Posey. Group Five Ltd. has exclusive rights and endorsement from Sam Posey to produce the "G5 Posey Challenger" and all related memorbilia. The vehicle has been featured at the 2008 SEMA convention, July 08 Issue of Mopar Action Magazine, and May 08 Issue of Mopar Collectors Guide. For every G5 Posey Challenger sold, $1000 will be contributed to the Parkinson's Foundation on behalf of Sam Posey who suffers from this ailment.

Special Features Include:

• Functional Side Exit Exhaust
• Roll Cage (rear seat deleted)
• Vortech Supercharger Kit
• Custom Tribute #77 (Pyscho-Sublime Green) Paint and Graphics Package
• Custom Embroidered Posey Edition Interior and Numbered Dash Plate
• and many more features....

Big thank you to John and a special thank you to Chris Wilkins of GROUP FIVE LIMITED!!!

T-SHIRT:
We are still looking for vehicles for the event t-shirt for the LX & BEYOND NATIONALS. As we have always done in the past, ONLY forum members/vendors that are planning to attend the event will be eligible to submit pictures to be featured on this year's shirt. Both vendors and forum members are eligible to submit images for entry. Your vehicle MUST be modified. If you are interested, please PM or e-mail turbobuckeye (Anthony) for details. We will stop accepting entries after April 18 in order to allow time for the artwork to be completed and have the t-shirts available for sale before the event.

CAR CLUBS/GROUPS:
Car clubs/groups who wish to park as a group must contact LX & BEYOND NATIONALS at [email protected] at least (2) two weeks prior to the event to inform us of the anticipated number of cars that will be participating so we can allocate sufficient space for your group.

WHERE ARE THOSE CARAVAN THREADS?
If you are working on a caravan or looking for a caravan, start a thread and let us know where its at so we can add it to the list. There a folks coming from Cincinnati and Columbus, OH looking for one there are folks in West Virginia looking for one. I'm sure there are many more out there.

Somebody start the thread and get the ball rolling.

Caravan 1: > Kansas to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 2: > Ontario, Canada to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 3: > LxReJx to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 4: > NEMC to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 5: > Connecticut to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 6: > Virginia to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 7: > Southeast to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 8: > Mid-Atlantic to Salem, OHIO

Caravan 9: > Texas to Salem, OHIO


Quick Reminder #1: This year's LX & BEYOND NATIONALS is in JULY, not June. We have spoken with a handful of folks and there was some confusion about which month the event is being held this year.

Quick Reminder #2: NO participant registration fees will be taken this year in advance. All entry fees will be paid at the gate at the LX & BEYOND NATIONALS.

• Weekend Racing Entry Fee: $100 per car and driver - (Saturday and Sunday included)
• Weekend Car Show Entry Fee: $60 per car and driver - (Saturday and Sunday included)
• Spectators/Passengers: $10 each person/day (12 and over)

Thank you again to everyone for your support and everyone behind the scenes helping to make the 2009 LX NATS possible. Lots more info to come. Spring has officially sprung and so has the activity level for the event. If we don't respond to your PM's or e-mails right away its not because we don't want to talk to you. We will reply as quickly as possible!!!

Anthony Carter and Chuck Green
LX & BEYOND NATIONALS
Founders

 

Still looking for vehicles for the event t-shirt!!!

T-SHIRT:
We are still looking for vehicles for the event t-shirt for the LX & BEYOND NATIONALS. As we have always done in the past, ONLY forum members/vendors that are planning to attend the event will be eligible to submit pictures to be featured on this year's shirt. Both vendors and forum members are eligible to submit images for entry. Your vehicle MUST be modified. If you are interested, please PM or e-mail turbobuckeye (Anthony) for details. We will stop accepting entries after April 18 in order to allow time for the artwork to be completed and have the t-shirts available for sale before the event.