Event Flyer:
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March 2013:

Sacramento Chapter:

www.volvoindependent.com/
Event:   5th Annual VIS Tech Session
Where: Tech Session:
             Volvo Independent Service
             3309 Monier Circle
             Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
             916-631-4118
              Lunch:
             Lots of Luck Chinese Restaurant
             3084 Sunrise Blvd # 12
             Rancho Cordova, CA
             (916) 858-1525
               Google Map (will open in new tab/window)
Date:    Saturday, March 23, 2013
Time:    Tech Session: 10:00A
             Lunch: ~1:00P
Notes:  Lunch to follow Q&A
              Rain or Shine!

Event Flyer:
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April 2013:

Sacramento Chapter and Golden Gate Chapter:

http://www.ggvcoa.org/
Event Registration Form at the GGVCOA website-- No Pre-Registration this year
http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=277048
Event:   4th Annual (Sacramento) Davis Autocross &
               3rd Annual AutoX Rehab Party
Where:  Autocross: NEW LOCATION for 2013
              Parking Lot Near:
              649 West Elkhorn Boulevard
              Rio Linda, CA 95673
                Google Map (will open in new tab/window)
                Google Map Restaurant Search (will open in new tab/window)
                -Surface is smooth blacktop, however, there are a few light poles
                (not an issue as they are far apart), and there is also a little
                elevation change, overall about 3-4'.
                -Course will be set up for best time not for drifting (i.e., any loss
                of traction will result in a slower time).
Date:    Saturday, April 27, 2013
Time:    6:45A (Gates Open),
                        Driver sign-ins allowed until 8:20A,
                        Spectator sign-ins allowed all day.
             8:30A (Tech)
             8:45A (Drivers Meeting/Walk the Track)
             9:15A (Event/Runs Start)
             Will end when runs complete (depends on number
             of drivers registered).
Cost:  -Pre-registration:
             No pre-registration this year due to costs
                (Remember this is for charity!)
          -Day-of-Event-Registration:
               -Drivers (18 years old and over):
              $30 per person:
              $20 per person
              (4/26/13 update- costs are lower than expected;
              driver price reduction)
            -Spectators/Passengers (18 years old and over):
              $5 per person
          -Prices DO NOT include lunch.
                Bring something to eat and drink! (non-alcoholic-only-- this will be
                monitored. Save drinks for the after party.)
               Google Map (restaurant search; will open in new tab/window)
           -Main event / day runs are for Volvos only.
         -After the main event Volvo drivers are all finished, we
          may sell laps (for Volvos only) to run the course for charity
          (time dependent).
Requirements:
        -Valid Drivers License and current car insurance card
         (checked at gate).
        -Must be 18 years old or older to register as a driver or passenger.
        -Everyone entering the Autocross Location will be required
          to sign a waiver. If you are under 18, you must have a
          parent/guardian with you to sign waiver.
         -Helmets are required. PLEASE BRING A SNELL / ANSI APPROVED
             HELMET FOR EACH DRIVER AND PASSENGER. If you have any spare
             helmets, please bring them with you on the day of the event!
           -PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR VOLVO IN PROPER WORKING
            ORDER, THERE WILL BE MANDATORY TECH INSPECTIONS
            BEFORE DRIVING THE AUTO-X COURSE.
           -Tech will follow basic SCCA guidelines such as secured battery,
           no hubcaps, nothing loose in the interior or trunk (cameras,
           tools, etc.), car in general good working condition, working
           seatbelts, no massive leaks, no fuel leaks, no bald tires, etc.
          -Only two people per vehicle. NO rear seat passengers
           will be allowed.
What to Bring:
           -Valid Drivers License and current car insurance card
          (checked at gate).
         -(Correct) cash for registration/entry fees (we will have limited
           change and no credit / debit card readers)
          -SNELL / ANSI Approved Helmet
          -Your Volvo (only) in good working order
          -Suncreen / shade devices (pop-up tents, hats, etc.)/
           folding chairs, etc.
          -Food / Drink (non-alcoholic-- this will be monitored.
           Save drinks for the after party.)
Tips for a Successful Day/Event:
         -Go over your car prior to arriving (all lug nuts - no hub caps -
          secured battery - no bald tires - no loose items in cabin and
          trunk - useable helmet - no major fluid leaks - no
          modifications that would damage the facility - etc...),
         -Have correct cash (we only will have so much change
          available and no credit / debit card readers),
         -Volunteer as much as possible,
         -Please no pets,
                      no alcohol,
                      no loud sound systems,
        -Respectable driving to and from the facility,
        -Clean up after yourself, etc.
What to Expect:
        -We are planning on 4 runs per group, with a group of
          beginners and a group of experienced drivers.
        -If time allows we may choose to offer addition runs with
          donations towards charity, but this is time-dependent.
        -Food will not be provided.
        -Volunteers may be needed to run the course while the
         other group is out.
        -All runs will be timed with the option of the worst run to
         not be counted on your overall average.
        -Awards will be given for top 3 plus 1 or 2 special awards
         as appropriate.
Notes:
         -We need numerous volunteers to make this work.
           Cone retrieval experts especially needed as well as event
           set-up (April 26 evening) and take down (right after the
           event ends).
        -The event is based on giving all proceeds to charity.
Auto-X Rehab Party:
          -Sacramento Chapter President Mark Baldwin will be running
          the Auto-X and hosting the rehab after at his beautiful facility
          just a few miles away from the Auto-X.
        -This years AutoX Rehab party will include:
           *Chassis dyno (Dynojet) offering single pulls for $25
             or 4 pulls for $75          
           *JDM demolition, including an airbag deployment (hopefully),
            plus engine blow the proper way, followed by swings with the 
            provided weapon of your choice (aka car smash for charity)
           *The tint shop next to my shop will be open during the AutoX
            Rehab Party and will offer tinting for most Volvos at $110.
            This will include back window, rear door windows, and 2 small
            rear windows. Prices will be more to add front side windows or
            to remove old tint etc. This is a great deal as this guy really
            knows what he is doing. First come, first served. Let me know
            if you are planning on getting your sled tinted. The tint guy
            trying to figure out how many of his guys to keep on that evening.
          *There MIGHT also be a corner-weight setup if I can get him
            on-board.
           *Food will be available for a few bucks. Provided food will be
            the usual burgers, hot dogs, chips and drinks.
           *If you want alcoholic drinks, you gotta bring your own and be
            responsible about it.
           *Car wash area / station
           *Music
        -All are welcome!
        -The parking for the party will give preference to Volvo's in the
          parking lot, non-Volvo's on the street.

Volunteers are needed. Please e-mail Mark Baldwin, SacVCOA President,
if you are interested in volunteering.

A Note from Mark Baldwin about the (Sacramento) Davis Autocross

Note from 2011 Event:
I will be the event marshall and run the drivers meeting.  I have a deputy working the gate to check that participants have paid and signed waiver prior to entering the track area.  I have three independent tech inspectors already volunteering  (Peter, Jacob, and Nick from Volvo Independent).

Will need volunteers at sign in table to collect money, have waivers signed, and stamp hands, etc.  Will need timers also. 

 

I am splitting the drivers into two groups.  The first group will be driving while the second group works the track (flaggers, and cone pick-up).  This will switch when the first group finishes their runs.

Note from 2012 event:
Will be needing volunteers on the friday evening before the autoX (March 27) to set up the course, and finalize the set-up. I will also need help after the event to wrap it up so we can get the autoX rehab party going at my place. I will have a dedicated car wash area with supplies and my lift/shop will be open for any incidents that occured during the day. Do we want to take up a collection after the autoX for the BBQ, or I can front it, and put out a contribution jar. You are responsible for your own "sodas". Just drop me your info if you plan on volunteering.
http://forums.turbobricks.com/showpost.php?p=4091109&postcount=45

If you have questions or are interested in volunteering, please e-mail Mark Baldwin.

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May 2013:

Sacramento Chapter:

http://www.r-sportinternational.com/
RSI Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/events/101273453338155/
http://www.ipdusa.com/
http://www.ipdusa.com/blogs/279/2013-garage-sale-celebrating-50-years-of-ipd

Event:    SacVCOA Caravan to Portland, OR for RSI BBQ &
               IPD Garage Sale & Swap Meet (50 years of IPD)
Where:  Sacramento Caravan Meeting Location:
              Mark's Shop
              Contact Mark Baldwin, President to RSVP and
              for for directions
              Event Locations:
              RSI
              8912 NE Vancouver Way
              Portland, OR 97211
              IPD
             11744 NE Ainsworth Circle
              Portland, OR 97220
                Google Map (will open in new tab/window)
Date:    Friday, May 17 - Sunday, May 19, 2013
Time:    Sacramento Caravan:
             TBA
             RSI BBQ:
             Friday, May 17, 2013, 6:00P
             IPD:
             Saturday, May 18, 2013
                -Sale Counter: 10:00A - 1:00P

                   -Show & Shine: 9:00A - 3:00P ($5 donation at the gate)

                Sunday, May 19, 2013

                -Possibility of Drag Racing at Portland International
              Raceway (map) after IPD on Saturday, May 18, 2013.
                  http://portlandraceway.com/?/events/calendar
              http://portlandraceway.com/?/events/upcoming_events/drags
                 --Admission: $9, $28 to race (includes driver admission).
             --Hours: 5:30 p.m. until midnight
             --Sound limits: 103 db until 10 p.m.,
                                    then 90 db limit until closing.

                --Related Turbobricks topic:
                   http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=278959

                

           
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June 2013:

Sacramento Chapter:

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/store/west_sacramento
Event:   6th Annual Swedish Day at IKEA
Where:  IKEA
              700 IKEA Court
              West Sacramento, CA 95605
                Google Map (will open in new tab/window)
Date:    Saturday, June 29, 2013
Time:    10:00A
             Lunch Time: ~12:30P - 1:30P (but, feel free to enjoy lunch
             whenever you wish)
             Planning Meeting Time: During or shortly after lunch
             Conference Room is reserved until 3:30P.
Notes:   -All Volvos and Saabs welcome!
             -Sac Volvo Club Meeting after lunch (time TBD)
             -Event is free, except you must cover the cost of your
              own lunch:
             http://www.ikea.com/ms/en_US/IKEA_Food/restaurant.html

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Sacramento Chapter:

http://www.shrinersconcours.com/ or
http://capitolconcours.org/

Event:   Shriner's Capital Concours d'Elegance
Where: On the Capital Mall, Sacramento, CA
Date:   
Time:   
Notes:  This is an important charity event in our area
             and an opportunity to see some amazing
             automobiles!
           
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July 2013:

Sacramento Chapter:

Event:  
Where:
            
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Date:   
Time:   

Notes: 

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