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For those who were wondering what happened to the March car show, there is a new show in town. The other show simply closed down. The new show has a new owner with some new ideas and the same date, the second weekend of March at the same location, the International Center. Follow the link below to see more about the show.

I have been working this show since it started out as Motion Auto Show in 1974 and I'll be there again this year, taking photos and sitting in with the artists and pinstripers. I'll also be painting some of my decorative gear shift knobs and selling photos and DVDs.

Come on out and see some spectacular cars and watch the pinstripers and artists create car art right in front of you...and buy something :)

http://www.megaspeedcarshow.com/



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So do you think it would be worth driving down from Ottawa? If yes maybe we should try a Saturday meet.



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Check the website and see what you think. I think it will be a good show and I'll be there all weekend :)

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provided my wife dont go into labor ill be there

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Hell my son was at his first show within days of being born. I dare you to beat that. SHHHH dont tell your wife.



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I'm going to this show. Were putting 2 rods in it. The 31 Chev Sedan Delivery and my 30 Ford Tudor.
The new show owner is Mike Holmes from Holmes on Homes.
Should be a good show, I enjoyed it last year.

See you guys there!

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i'm going fri, then up to ottawa sat for the sens game family night

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Devilish wrote:

The new show owner is Mike Holmes from Holmes on Homes.
Should be a good show, I enjoyed it last year.


Mike lives in the nieghbourhood, never knew he was promoting this. I may see him Friday night at a local fundraiser for our new arena.

Is Performance World dead? Same venue.



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1 - Mike Holmes is NOT the owner of Megaspeed (I know the owner and he is not Mike) but he is one of the feature attractions. Mike does own a couple of hot rods, both 32 Ford roadsters, 1 red, 1 blue.
2 - yes, Performance World is dead :(
3 - the show is shaping up very well and should be a good show. The new owner has a few ideas he is putting into the show and it mat take a year or two or three to get everything implemented.
4 - don't miss it :)

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Thanks Picasso, marked on Calendar.



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I usually took advantage of the discount coupon for Performance World. Saves half usually. Must be used on off hours but I like that anyway.

I hope the guy with the shoe shine prodcuts is there, I buy that every time, great stuff.



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El,Cheapo here, whats the door rate??? Hope it's not like the car show downtown?? That was a HIT in the wallet, for any family to go to,gas,parking & entrance fee!!!!! These promoters have to take that into consideration, if it's too costly,people can't afford to go!!!!

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The admission has not been announced yet but you can expect about $20 for an adult. Check the website to see if there is a discount coupon available. There is free parking at the International Center.

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Will they have wrestling or  Cage fighting?



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No, this is a car show :)

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427CARL wrote:

Will they have wrestling or  Cage fighting?


 They used to havea  wet "T" shirt contest....I hear it got pretty rowdy.....Good times.......



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Bring back the "Wet TEE" shirts & I'll pay the 20bucks!!!!!

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You forgot one of the "T"s on "TEET"

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dualquadpete wrote:

Bring back the "Wet TEE" shirts & I'll pay the 20bucks!!!!!


 i wouldn't pay 20 bucks to see a bunch of old guys in wet t-shirts



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I'm still undecided on whether to make the trip from Ottawa.  Historically the show has been pretty good.  Hopefully the new owners put on a quality show.



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FYI...the show managers were in Detroit this past weekend at the Autorama checking out a few cars that are coming to Megaspeed. I think it's going to be a good show.



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Think I'll pass on this, save the $100+ it will cost me to go, & put the time & $$$ into the 52 June's not that far off & thats my goal to "get er done"

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I should be there most of the weekend with Dads AA/Altered in the Piston Pushers Display. They are doing a scale version of the old club house. Should be a great show from what I have heard.



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You guys are making this sound really great, I'm looking forward to it as it sounds like a must see for us Toronto boys. Cost is minimal when you live in the big smoke. I spilled more than $100 at Traders last week DQ-Pete.

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RAT BOY wrote:

You guys are making this sound really great, I'm looking forward to it as it sounds like a must see for us Toronto boys. Cost is minimal when you live in the big smoke. I spilled more than $100 at Traders last week DQ-Pete.

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 Ray, think you'd better seek "medical attention" for that shaking problem, or "start using a Straw"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



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I always liked Performance World although it lost a few car guys over the years.
It's $30 to enter a car and it's a great show in my opinion.
I've heard from some of the guys working the show they have some new ideas for this year and I think I heard something about a Bikini contest or maybe wet t-shirt contest...not 100% though.

I will even be there showing the drawing's for my new project which will be first time shown for next years show...you won't want to miss next years show!!!

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I'm a member in Piston Pushers..we have a display in this year that will blow you all away!!16 cars,3/4 scale model of original club house,memorabila,record setting drag cars from early days(Charlie Horse) to mention a mere tid bit!Also have a meet/greet area,so stop in and into yoursel..I'll be there Thursday for set up,Sunday for day..hope to meet some you.Show should br worth the cake guys,don't let Canadian show history fizzle just from one poor years show!!!New owner has alot of fresh and new ideas..look forward to maybe seeing some of y'all!biggrin



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I'll be there, looking forward to meeting whoever is going. Next question though, how are we going to know whos who? Are we all going to just meet up or are we going to have some way of noticing other members.

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Possible meet and greet? Did someone say Beer!!!!!!!!!!

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shaggn wrote:

I'm a member in Piston Pushers..we have a display in this year that will blow you all away!!16 cars,3/4 scale model of original club house,memorabila,record setting drag cars from early days(Charlie Horse) to mention a mere tid bit!Also have a meet/greet area,so stop in and into yoursel..I'll be there Thursday for set up,Sunday for day..hope to meet some you.Show should br worth the cake guys,don't let Canadian show history fizzle just from one poor years show!!!New owner has alot of fresh and new ideas..look forward to maybe seeing some of y'all!biggrin


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An idea of a meet up at the car show was mentioned....Why dont you guys that are going PM each other and set up a time and place....I will put it on the top banner of the board.

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Any time Saturday is good.

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I will be at the booth marked 'Brush Rush North' with the pinstripers and other artists for most of the weekend in hall 3. I am also doing photography over the weekend as well as some work at Horton's Street Rods at the front hall. If you guys want to meet up, I suggest you find me at the pinstripers booth and go from there. If you want a place to eat before or after the show, go down Airport Road to 'Zet's' diner, it's open 24/7 and the food is good and affordable.

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I plan on going on Saturday, but that can change with out much notice.
How does 3 P.M. Sat., Hall 3, by the Brush Rush North booth sound. I will be there for sure Thursday afternoon for load in and Sunday all day.

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3 WILL be late for me as I have to drive back to Ottawa and leave around that time 100 130 would be better


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I too will be at the Brush Rush North booth for the weekend , look for the guy in the black tshirt.....
I will have my bright yellow travel box near me at most times, it has a picture of Workin Class painted on the top box, you can't miss it. Just yell at me when you have decided what time we're meeting......


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unfortunately,other than set up thursday,I can't get back up until sunday..but will stop over Chris and say hi...usually say hi to Rollie up there(did some killer work on my dash couple yrs back now).Will be kickn around Piston Pusher display all day sunday(other than beer breaks!),for anyone who is there stop by and introduce yourself...biggrin



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Looks like I'll be coming up for Sat for a few hours with the whole family in tow. Looking forward to checking out the Piston Pusher display,(too bad you won't be there Shaggn but I'm sure we'll catch up another time!),and everything else that's going to be there. Sounds like it's going to be a good show. Chris, I'll make sure we swing by and say hey. (Missed you twice @ Autorama!)

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1:00 pm works for me.
shaggn, I guess I will see you thursday, dad and I are bringing the roadster thursday afternoon. (Really like the Falcon)

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you bet!For anyone who doesn't know the car slammed35 is referring to(you must live under a rock!)The Charlie horse is a piece of Canadian drag racing history,with record setting passes at nationals,as well as cleaning house at most tracks around here in the day!I've had the pleasure of hearing her run,sends goose bumps!Also had the pleasure of getting to know Charlie Haviland over last few years,a tremendous guy,a wealth of knowledge,and always good for a laugh!!I have an autographed pic from him that hangs with pride in my shop..take the time to meet him guys,and a few other drag legends as well at Piston Pusher lounge!!smile



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Thinking of going on Sat. If I am there I'll stop by around 1pm, shake some hands and sign some autographs...jk.

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Just became a Piston Pusher tonight! They are having a club photo taken at the MegaSpeed club display at 1:00 pm on Saturday so I won't be able to do the 1pm meet and greet thing. Have we decided on a time to meet up yet. Would maybe 11:00 am work better so it could spill into a lunch gathering? The Piston Pusher display sounds over the top. Its reported to be 5000 sq. ft. of club history and iron. I don't want to miss out on the photo op as it will be a historic event for the members. Biggest club undertaking since the 50's!!!

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I'll be there Saturday morning, helping my brother man the Horton Hot Rods booth near the front, until the owner shows up early afternoon after closing the store. You can say hello to the skinny dude with very little hair. LOL

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Anyone else interested in a Ontario Rodder meet n greet? Anyone? Class, Anyone? Show starts Friday at 10:00am. Had a preview look, its worth the trip. Looks like a great show!
Giddy up!

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i should be coming thru the gates at 10 on friday

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I think we where trying for some time on Saturday as most folks are not able to attend during the day on Friday. Hope you enjoy the show. Be sure to check out the Piston Pushers Display. Hall 3.

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i always have fridays off its good for fleamarkets, car shows and bike shows. i miss the crowds plus all the folks that bring their posses with them kids, wifes. bad side is any time someone want to hook up its always on a sat. cest la vie. up side my brother in law bought 12 tickets for family night to catch the sens play in ottawa sat nite. gonna be a lot of driving by the time this weekend is over.

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Here are a few photos that I took yesterday during move-in...

http://public.fotki.com/HowardCohen/megaspeed-2010/

If you want to meet Saturday at the show, I will be at the 'Brush Rush North', the artists and striping booth, Saturday afternoon at 2PM, painting some figure heads or something. Just ask for Picasso or look for my painted lady :)



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Ya We will be there Sat going to try to make the 1:00 meet and greet.All in one van ,Fatstax,T.J.,possibly The Boy,and me.Should make for an interesting ride .We had a blast at last years show except for that Rap Music torture test(sorry audio compitition)My ears are still ringing and bleeding.Loved that rats were welcome last year hope for more kustoms and gassers this year.Look forward to seeing everyone Sat. Ed

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Sacotu wrote:

i always have fridays off its good for fleamarkets, car shows and bike shows. i miss the crowds plus all the folks that bring their posses with them kids, wifes. bad side is any time someone want to hook up its always on a sat. cest la vie. up side my brother in law bought 12 tickets for family night to catch the sens play in ottawa sat nite. gonna be a lot of driving by the time this weekend is over.


 Wow, busy weekend for sure. Kind of busy you can appreciate though. Fridays off would definitely have a lot of advantages. Go Ottawa!!!??? lol



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