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Offline DTruitt

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50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« on: April 25, 2017, 08:27:42 PM »
I've been working in the background for a few weeks now, and I am happy to announce that there will be a 50th Anniversary Event in 2018.  The NMCA will be our host, at the SUMMIT MOTORSPORTS PARK in NORWALK, OH.  It should be the weekend before Labor Day 2018, but stay tuned for actual dates.

It is still early, but I hope to identify a host hotel in the coming weeks. I hope to mirror some of the things we did in Carlisle, PA for the 40th. One change is to include all Cobra Jets, all makes (Ford, Mercury), all models (Mustang, Torino, Cougar, Cyclone, Shelby, etc.) all engines (428, 429, 351, 5.4), all years!

As I confirm information I will post it here and on other forums. NMCA will also be promoting it when they announce their 2018 schedule.

If you have ideas or suggestions post them, I'll consider most ideas.

Danny
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #1 on: May 04, 2017, 11:55:33 PM »
Thanks for the information, the effort and for inviting input :)
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #2 on: May 06, 2017, 02:48:31 PM »
This is good news! I see a lot of attention on the Boss reunions and it is nice to see the CJ's being recognized as well. I may even try to bring my car down from Toronto as it will be finished by then. Look forward to updates on this event.

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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #3 on: July 11, 2017, 09:23:49 PM »
The plans are moving forward, we hope to be able to announce the Host Hotel in the near future, as well as, some additional details of the event.  I talked with Dave Farley today about car show classes.  We are planning on having awards on both Saturday and Sunday to ensure a good representation of cars and owners are recognized.  The classes will include 428CJ, 429CJ, 351CJ cars and Late model Cobra Jets.  We also hope to have a dedicated web page or website up and running in the near future.

Personally, I want to see everything from restored show cars, street cars, unrestored cars, project cars and barn finds! 

I'll keep everyone posted, see you in Norwalk!

Danny
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #4 on: February 19, 2018, 10:25:38 PM »
It's official!  Great information here!

http://www.nmcadigital.com/cj/

This will be the best Cobra Jet event of the year!

Danny
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #5 on: February 22, 2018, 09:33:19 PM »
The Facebook page is also up, check it out and give it a "LIKE" and "SHARE" it too!

Some great cars, special guests and great racing will all be part of this event!

 https://www.facebook.com/CobraJetReunion/

Danny
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1968 Candy Apple Red, J- Code, C-4, GT Convertable, San Jose, April 1968 (SOLD)
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #6 on: March 21, 2018, 01:26:52 PM »
Too far from California to bring the Grande.
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2018, 05:53:37 PM »
I TALKED TO STEVE TODAY, THE CARS AND CELEBRITY LIST IS GROWING EACH DAY.  IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY REGISTERED YOU NEED TO.

CHECK OUT THE FACE BOOK PAGE

 https://www.facebook.com/CobraJetReunion/ 

AND WEBSITE

 http://www.nmcadigital.com/cj/

FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND REGISTRATION. 

DANNY
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #8 on: June 27, 2018, 08:58:23 PM »
I've been talking to some owners, it looks like we'll have a nice showing of the 135 series pre-production Cobra Jets at this show.  I have 10 confirmed with a few calls to still make.  Always looking for new and different cars.  I am hopeful we will have a good showing of other models with 351CJ, 429CJ and late model Cobra Jets.

This is a NMCA event and open to ALL BRANDS, MAKES AND MODELS!! Bring your car and enjoy the weekend and see some rare and exciting Cobra Jets!

Danny
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #9 on: June 29, 2018, 07:51:36 PM »
Check out the events associated with the Cobra Jet Reunion!  This is all in addition to the other events happening all weekend.  Remember, this is a show within a show, and not to be missed! 

It’s no secret that the 50th Anniversary Ford Performance Cobra Jet Reunion, presented by TascaParts.com, will make motorsport history.  Taking place as part of the Honeywell Garrett NMCA All-American Nationals, the Cobra Jet Reunion will celebrate 50 years of venomous performance on the drag strip and in the car show. 

With special vehicles including ’68 Cobra Jet #1, the 50th anniversary Cobra Jet, the Al Joniec Winternationals winning Cobra Jet, The Tasca Ford Cobra Jet, as well as Cobra Jets owned by Barrie Poole, Rusty Gillis, Jack Roush and private collection vehicles not seen regularly in public, this is a must attend event for any Ford fan.  Special guests committed to attending and participating with the event include Bill Barr, Al Joniec, Carl Tasca, Bill Gilbert, Dean Gregson, Brian Wolfe, Barrie Poole, Rusty Gillis, Don Fezell, Brent Hajek, John Calvert, Roy Hill, Chuck Watson, Emil Loeffler, David Lyall, Tony Rainero, Dennis Kolodziej, Dominic Garofali, and many others.

Special events will take place throughout the 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion all of which are open to the public (events with meals require pre-purchase of credentials).  These special events include:

Friday, August 24th:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Watson Racing Cobra Jet Drag Race Luncheon with Special Guest Speakers (pre-purchase required)
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Truth, Lies, and Myths Cobra Jet Storytelling (open to the public)
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Cobra Jet Reunion Celebration Dinner at the Sawmill Creek Resort (pre-purchase required)

Saturday, August 25th:
8:30 am Cobra Jet Reunion Group Photo (main grandstands)
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Watson Racing Cobra Jet Drag Race & Car Show Luncheon with Special Guest Speakers (pre-purchase required)
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Truth, Lies, and Myths Cobra Jet Storytelling (open to the public)
4:00 pm Starting Line Ceremony
4:00 pm Cobra Jet Car Show Awards
6:00 pm Cobra Jet Drag Race Awards
Autograph Signing Throughout the Day

Sunday, August 26th:
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Watson Racing Cobra Jet Car Show Luncheon with Special Guest Speakers (pre-purchase required)
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Truth, Lies, and Myths Cobra Jet Storytelling (open to the public)
4:00 pm Cobra Jet Car Show Awards
Autograph Signing Throughout the Day

The Cobra Jet Reunion is “the" official 50th Anniversary event featuring the best in Cobra Jet drag racing, car show, and special events.  Diversified Products Marketing presents two drag race classes, Modern Cobra Jet and Vintage Cobra Jet, and Holley EFI presents Factory Super Cars where Cobra Jet Mustangs take on the COPO Camaros and Drag Pak Challengers for ultimate Big-3 bragging rights.  The huge vintage and modern car show is presented by Mothers Polish and will feature Cobra Jet powered Mustangs, Shelbys, Cougars, Fairlanes, Torinos, Cyclones, Montegos, and Rancheros from all over the U.S.

For more information on the 50th Anniversary Ford Performance Cobra Jet Reunion, and to pre-register for VIP participant entries / reserved parking as well as VIP crew & guest credentials (these include access to special event meals), visit www.CobraJetReunion.com.  For more information on the Honeywell Garrett NMCA All-American Nationals visit www.NMCAdigital.com/OH.  To speak with a customer service representative call (714) 444-2426.
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #10 on: July 02, 2018, 12:15:39 AM »
i will be bringing the 2 w-code drag pack verts my purple  69 shelby & the orange  70 shaker (brass tag) mustang

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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #11 on: July 02, 2018, 06:45:48 PM »
Ed,

Steve and I have talked about the cars you are bringing.  Looking forward to seeing them at the show!  I know you know lots of car owners, pass it along and encourage them to bring their cars too!

Danny
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #12 on: July 22, 2018, 10:30:17 PM »
We also will be attending the detroit woodward cruise show the weekend before the CJ  50th norwalk show with the 2 drag pak verts & they will be in the ford area.

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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #13 on: August 27, 2018, 06:35:06 AM »
We went Saturday, intentionally missing the rain.

We had a very nice time. Somehow I managed to not charge my phone the night before so my battery was dead. I am hoping some other people we're able to take some pictures. My wife took several pictures but I don't have any to share.
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Re: 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet Reunion- 2018
« Reply #14 on: September 14, 2018, 08:56:49 AM »
Ed,

Steve and I have talked about the cars you are bringing.  Looking forward to seeing them at the show!  I know you know lots of car owners, pass it along and encourage them to bring their cars too!

Danny

Danny, my wife & I had a really great time at the event! We spent so much of Saturday at the track-side, we didn't get more than an hour in at the show field.

The event was HISTORICAL and awesome!
Richard Urch

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