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Your Letters
Comments & Suggestions
Sep 02 2010
Jimbo,
It was great to meet you and some of the other members
at the Frog Follies. Have been a member since Feb. but it was nice to meet
in person. You guys seem to be keeping things rolling with the ASRA.
How did the membership drive go over the weekend ? You and
the other members made me feel very welcome. Keep us in mind up north here
in Ohio.
Jeff Ernsberger
Jeff, we had a blast. It was great to meet members of the ASRA that live way
up North. Ya'll know how to throw a party. The E'ville Iron made us feel
welcome and they sure do have a handle on parking over 4,000 street rods in
one place. We signed up 47 new members and had the chance to talk face to
face with a lot of prospective members. We already have our rooms reserved
for next year.
August 29 2010
Jimbo,
I was at the 36th Annual Frog Follies this weekend (which was a
great show) and, being as astute as I am, I realized that they're were 2
American Street Rod Associations there. Both were different, one good one
bad. I'll explain.
Over the weekend I talked and listened to both you and I believe his name
was Rusty (?) about The ASRA. (Which, by the way your logo and banners
looked great) First thing I noticed was how nice and polite you guys were.
You have definitely proved to me that The ASRA is truly all about the pre-49
cars and the people that build and drive them. I never heard one negative
word from any of you about the 'other' association. Which brings me to my
other point.
I talked to a Mike Winters, I think was his name, with American
Street Rod Association and all he talked about was HIS car show he's putting
on. Not one mention of any other pre-49 shows at all. I got the feeling he's
in this just for the money and could care less about all the other pre-49
shows. Plus, with a $50 dollar entrance fee and a mandatory membership to
his association, he IS only about the money and not about the the real
reason why we do this, the cars and the people. But when I mentioned that I
just spoke with you at The ASRA, he had nothing but bad things to say. First
thing he said was that he was suing you, and that you are basically a fraud.
What's with this guy? That was so unprofessional.
You and Rusty and a couple other guys that I spoke to at The ASRA tent
were very professional and were obviously for the true hot rod scene and the
people. When I get back home to Michigan my wife and I are sending in our
membership form. Keep up the good fight helping save the pre-49 lifestyle
and I'm sure I'll see you at many more shows.
PS. My wife thought it was great that The ASRA has gotten the wives
involved with supporting the Susan G. Komen Foundation. (They have done a
lot for my mother) All of your words and your actions show what type of
people The ASRA is made of. That is why I know in the end there will be only
ONE American Street Rod Association, and it will be yours!!
Thanks,
Charlie Lincoln
Charlie, First thing I want to say is thank
you for the kind and encouraging words. Rusty and I wondered what it would
be like when confronted by Mr Winters and his staff. You weren't the first
person to tell us what they thought of the guys from Mississippi. I can
assure you that as of this posting we haven't been served any legal papers
about being sued or anything else. I did however gave Mr. Winters a card
from our Attorney at Law, Michael C. Hill (228 596-0326) just in case he
wanted to pursue business relations with the ASRA™
From the beginning, in our preliminary discussions, the founding members
of the ASRA™ were adamant about bringing together street rodders, helping to
create more pre-49 events, helping out where ever our help is wanted, and
maintaining a format that all street rodders have access to.
True, we would like to have a large membership base but it isn't
for the money, (that mostly covers the printing of the monthly newsletter
and postage) it's to show the solidarity of our like minded lifestyle
and desire to pass down the "original hot rod" attitude we grew up with.
We believe that it is important to include family and to try and
make a difference when given the opportunity. Supporting the Susan G. Komen
Foundation is one way for us to unite all our Lady Street Rodder's.
Vendors at our shows appreciate the fact that their set up fee is
the cost of registration. The same goes for members and non-members. If our
chapters are charging a registration fee we would hope it will be the same
for everyone.
Once again I would like to express my thanks for your letter
Charlie, it sort of made our effort at the Frog Follies pay off, if you felt
that way maybe some others did too. Jimbo & Rusty
August 14 2010
Hi...Jimbo, Just found out about the ASRA from my friend and want to join!,
I would like to comment on a sensitive subject for some and very much so in
the South, Politics and Religion...Was told early on in my life "Never talk
Religion and Politics" if you want to keep friends. I do completely
understand and appreciate the need for Religion and Politics! Just not in a
Hobby Format if offends some of us, the NSRA does this and I know you do not
want to be compared to them...LOL! How we Vote and what we Believe in should
be kept Personal...This is my opinion and I am sure others would agree.
Thank you for reading this. Have a good week! Kind regards,
Andrew -
Andrew, I will agree with you to a point. I don't want to
preach either in our magazine or in person, like you I believe some things
are personal. That being said, I also believe that the American Street Rod
Association is made up of people with the "American Spirit" we are all
filled with opinions about politics & religion. It is easy enough to turn a
page and not read things that you are not interested in and attending a
church service is the option of the individual at events. But keeping
America free is all of our responsibilities. We want to keep our "Street
Rods" on the road. Who will you turn to if politics wants to take that away?
And when your loved one is in distress or worse, isn't a higher being the
first one you turn to for help. Jimbo
21 July 2010
You mentioned in the July newsletter that there were some reunion Tee Shirts
still available. I would like at least one. Please send me info on how I can
acquire one. Thanks, Don CM-094
Don, just tell me what size you want. Do you want your name on the front?
We make them as needed.
20 July 2010
Jimbo: Am I mistaken, or were charter members supposed to receive a shirt as
part of our membership? When I spoke with you in Paducah, I got that
impression. If not, I want to order one. I saw in the latest newsletter
there were four (4) designs. Unfortunately, the one I would like to order
did not have "CHARTER MEMBER" under the design. It is the fat-fendered
coupe. Since I have a 47 Chevy Stylemaster Coupe, I thought it was the most
appropriate. Thanks, Ralph Wiedner CM-157
Ralph, I tried to call you a few times today but
your line is busy. I’m not sure about the “When I spoke with you in
Paducah, I got that impression” part of your e-mail as
I have never been to Paducah. You may have the ASRA™ mixed up with American
Street Rod Association out of Kansas. We are a different company. You are on
our membership roll for “The American Street Rod Association™ aka The ASRA™”
and we are out of Mississippi.
We didn’t offer free T-shirts with your membership but we will see that you
get the shirt of your choice. You want the ASRA™ logo that is the Zepher
with Charter Member on it. Would you like your name on the front above the
shield also? And we can put St Charles, MO over the oval on the back. I did
a quick copy you could look at. What size do you want? Call me if you have
any questions. Jimbo
20 July 2010
My most sincere congratulations !! I just received your latest publication.
It is great. I enjoyed it very much !! How many members do you have as of
this date? Have you received any applications with the blue date stamp on
the back? Thank you for all you are doing for "true street rodders". Best
wishes, Jimmie Bell CM-153
Thanks
for the complements Jimmie, we have 366 members but remember there are
more members than issued numbers as a husband and wife share the same
number but count as two members. I can’t say that we received any blue
stamped application but I really appreciate you handing out the flyers
and supporting the ASRA™. As of right now
CM-155 Jim & Nancy Thompson of St Peters, MO,
CM-157 Ralph Wiedner & Peggy Schroder of St Charles, MO,
CM-209 Rick & Earlene Lawson of Willard, MO,
CM-216 Jeff & Yevette Lane of Springfield, MO as well as you are the
members in Missouri. Now if I could just get ya’ll together.
Thank you for the info. I am disappointed you did
not receive any apps with the blue date stamp on the back. Considering
the number I left in (only) pre-49 cars, it is disappointing you did not
receive any of them ! ! I do not know any of the other four from
Missouri. Willard is within ten miles of Springfield. I will attempt to
contact the one in Willard and the one in Springfield to see if I can
recruit some help promoting the association. I handed out "a bunch" of
fliers at the Steak n Shake, Saturday night "cruise in" the first
weekend in June. Unfortunately, I do not believe I marked them with the
blue date stamp. It is unfortunate, so many people want to wait until
you are successful before spending their money. If everybody did that,
nobody would ever be successful ! ! Many of our major corporations
started with one man having a good idea ! ! Thank you, again, for all
you are doing for "true" street rodders. Best wishes,
19 July 2010
Jimbo this is J Briley CM-045. I have street rodding friends in Colorado
that may be interested in joining the ASRA™. Could you please send them
membership applications and possible some news letters. This is for their
car club, the Blue Dots, in Grand Junction. Thanks Spanky
Spanky, I'm addressing the envelope now. Thank for helping to get the
word out about the ASRA™
17 July 2010
Thanks so much for putting Alex Clark’s picture on your website as the first
Jr. member. Alex, my grand-son, is so proud of his Willys Jeepster. I owned
that car before Katrina. You will remember that I called it “pinky” and it
had a flamingo (painted by Joey Hutson) on the spare tire cover. I had it
painted Orange after Bill Weber died as that was his favorite color. After
Katrina, I sold the orange car to Jeff Jones in Brandon, MS. Ronnie Clark
CM-016 tracked it down and bought it. He took it to Crossett, AR.,
overhauled it and gave it to his grand-son, Alex CM-016J. Later, Ronnie and
I married making both of us Alex’s grand-parents. Thanks again, Bobbi
Weber-Clark CM-016S
Bobbi, I think it is important to include the young soon to be drivers
into the ASRA™ Street Rod family. Someday they will have to make a choice as
to what lifestyle they will want to be part of. I would like to think Street
Rodders are down to earth people with a great sense of what is right and
what is wrong.
27 June 2010
Jimbo
Amy and I had a good time and the drive there and back home
was a damn good cruise. Carl (Black 48 Ford) also had a good time and we
will make plans to attend your events. With the pre 49 it should do well and
we try to support all the shows that have the older rides. I have posted all
the pictures on my web and if you or any of your friends want to use or copy
feel free to do so. Its a free web site and many types of car events have
been posted Here is the link http://www.hotrodchat.com/gallery/
RAY Withrow
Ray,
Thanks for the pictures of the 1st Street Rodders Reunion. I'll be using
them in the July newsletter.
20 June 2010
Jimbo,
My name is Phil Osborn and I am the current president of the
'Pride of Texas Street Rods' club that holds its annual Key to the Hills rod run
in Boerne, TX. Our run is listed in the Events section of your website.
We plan to remain a pre-'49 rod run and removed the requirement
from our By-Laws for our members to belong to the NSRA at our last meeting. We
have no plans to commit to another association until things quiet down and we
learn more about where groups like the ASRA are headed.
We appreciate being included in your list of events! We would
however like to make some changes to your website information and receive more
information on your direction/intents.
Please let me know where to send the updated information (the
website has an MS address and letter from Mike Withers that we were given at the
Oklahoma City NSRA event has a Shawnee, KS address) and a name we can contact to
hear more about you.
Thank you for your intended support of the pre-'49 rod
run events! We look for to hearing from your organization. Phil Osborn
Phil,
Thank you for you interest in the ASRA, as I explained to you in our phone
conversation I think it is important for the Street Rodders who may have
questions to check out both web sites and their owners.
It is confusing. If you type in www.asra.com you get
The American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA).
If you type in www.americanstreetrodassociation.com you get, well you get a web
site that’s not mine, and I really don’t think it’s up to me to say much about
what they are trying to do. As their site doesn’t give much information.
About our group, The American Street Rod Association aka...
The ASRA (
www.TheASRA.com
web site and
www.theamericanstreetrodassociation.com )
I can talk about.
We were on the internet in December of 2009. These were the
two sites I was able to register. My buddies and I wanted to unite StreetRodders
who were pre-49 minded to see where it would lead. We’re doin’ pretty good. Got
about 300 members since January. I keep our web site up to date, got all the
pre-49 events I can find listed, and will place pre-49 vehicles for sale on
there free. Our first event is coming up this week, folks coming from
all over. Street Rodders are a great bunch of folks and they will show support
for the people who don’t take advantage of them.
Jimbo
15 June 2010
Jimbo,
Don Amundson here. Up here in Auburn, Washington. Can't make
the Reunion this year, but would still like the dash plaque. Went to two runs
this weekend and got lots of inquiries about the ASRA. Am going to the National
Plymouth Summer meet in Portland, Oregon this coming weekend, and then events on
every weekend in July, then three in August. I saw the picture of our NSRA State
Advisor and wife Elaine in current newsletter. Will get you one of mine as soon
as I can. Everything is positive about the movement. And with Vogele as the new
editor of Streetscene, he has made it clear that he is changing the format of
the magazine to be one more like Rod Action, or Street Rodder, and is going away
from the coverage of Club Events and local runs. That should help the ASRA as
well as far as membership goes. Take care, and keep spreading the word! CM 094,
Don
12 Jun 2010
Jimbo,
Evidently there is another existing A.S.R.A.. Is there more than
one and wouldn't that be a little confusing?
Wally Zukas
wzukas@---.com
Wally,
It is confusing. If you type in www.asra.com you get
The American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA).
If you type in www.americanstreetrodassociation.com you get, well you get a web
site that’s not mine, and I really don’t think it’s up to me to say much about
what they are trying to do. As their site doesn’t give much information.
On the other hand….. the
www.TheASRA.com
web site and
www.theamericanstreetrodassociation.com
I can talk about. We were on the internet in December of 2009. These were the
two sites I was able to register. My buddies and I wanted to unite StreetRodders
who were pre-49 minded to see where it would lead. We’re doin’ pretty good. Got
about 300 members since January. I keep our web site up to date, got all the
pre-49 events I can find listed, and will place pre-49 vehicles for sale on
there free. Our first event is coming up in a couple of weeks, folks coming from
all over. Street Rodders are a great bunch of folks and they will show support
for the people who don’t take advantage of them.
Jimbo
28 May 2010
Jimbo:
I wanted to get back with you about our trip last weekend to Fredericksburg, TX
attending the Lone Star Street Rod Assoc (LSSRA) State Run of Texas. It's still
Pre-'49 and was a really nice weekend with alot of activities going on! We
passed out approx 275 fliers (for membership) with The American Street Rod
Assoc...hope you start seeing many join up from Texas soon!
Many folks were for this new organization, never talked to anyone that was
against it - YIPPEE! Even ran across one member that was there and we talked
with him forever.
We took some pics and will send them to you this weekend. (don't have time right
now, heading out for dinner) Maybe you can put some in the June
newsletter...would be interesting.
Have a great Memorial Day weekend, we'll be heading your direction down in
Diamondhead, MS next - can't wait!!!
See ya soon, we'd like to meet you in person, Jimbo!
Sincerely,
Keith and Donna Blanton
White Oak, TX
4 May 2010
Jimbo:
Thank you for your response. It will be an honor to be the first member in
Missouri. I will try downloading the flier. If it does not work, I will let you
know. I hope to "distribute a bunch of them" Memorial Day weekend. I am a member
of the Buick Street Rod Association (the finest group of people you will ever
meet). Our newsletter will be published 1 June. I have already e-mailed the
editor about an article in it promoting your association. Carter Hampton is our
President. I believe he and Mary Ann are already in your membership.
I hope I get to live long enough to see the ASRA become "bigger and better" than
the NSRA ! !
Best wishes,
Jimmie Bell
03 May 2010
Thank you for offering an option to
the NSRA. They "dumped" the street rodders to become another "Good Guys" club.
Why do I need a Spouse or Lady Rodder card? Do you not permit wives or girl
friends to enter events without a card (of their own)? Have you gotten any
members in Missouri? Do you have any type flier I may distribute for you at
events in Missouri? The NSRA (Good Guys First Cousin) will be here Memorial Day
Weekend. There will be plenty of unhappy street rodders who have not heard
about you. Thank you, again for all you are doing for street rodding.
Best wishes, Jimmie Bell
Jimmie, thanks for your interest in the ASRA. The reason
for the Lady Street Rodders card is to show our ladies that we think they are
just as important to the American Street Rod Association as the men. Also we
would like to unite our Lady Street Rodders in the fight against breast cancer.
Membership cards our members receive are not just a paper print out. They are
unique and personal to our members. As of this posting we do not have any Missouri ASRA members and I hope you will check us out and join the American Street Rod
Association.
I have a flyer you can download from our web site www.theasra.com or I would be
happy to send you some, just let me know. ....... Jimbo
01 May 2010
Jimbo, We received our ASRA cards in the mail today. They really look cool with
the pic of our streetrods on them.
Thank you so much.
Beverli Pullen
28 Apr 2010
Comments:
I learned about your organization when I received my April Linechaser from the
MSRA. I, for one, was thrilled when NSRA made the eligibility change. No longer
would I be forced to drive a 48 or older just to get into the Nats. I sold my 48
Chevy last week so that I could get into a newer ride.
Some have complained that they didn't get a vote on the change. Well, why should
they? NSRA is privately owned, it's not a club.
A lot of this seems to be just snobbery, pure and simple. Not wanting to park
next to something that you don't like and such. How do you know that Chevelle
owner wants to park next to you? I've seen plenty of traditional street rods
that I thought were nothing but a p.o.s. and wasn't thrilled about parking next
to.
Merle Balke - Merleb46@comcast.net
Merle, Glad you found the association for
you. Streetrodding isn't for everyone and all of us should choose what makes us
happy.
19 Apr 2010
Jimbo:
I was checking out both sites and trying to decide which of you would fit my
life style. I like what your both trying to do. The really strange thing I
noticed is that the other sites banner offers a lifetime membership for $300.00
during this first year, than down the page it says that it was started in 1972.
How can it be a first year offering then?
I checked the State of Kansas and this is really their first year. (If it stays
going) Kind of hard to buy a "lifetime membership" if you don't know if they
will make it through their first year like last time. Sounds like the scams the
fitness centers pull.
hearseman@hearseville
I've been asked when we will offer a lifetime membership.
We thought it would be best to wait till the end of the year. Then we will offer
all the charter members to opportunity to deduct their original membership
fee... from the agreed lifetime membership amount (decided by all Charter
members) or automatic lifetime membership after a certain amount of years of
continuous service. (there again decided by all participating Charter Members)
19 Apr 2010
Jimbo, I have been getting emails from a guy named Mike Withers. He claims you
are using his ASRA. What I would like to know is, what's with this guy? Also is
my membership with you good?
Glenn Gobert, CM-056
Hi Glenn,
Well it’s true that Mike Withers has started up his once defunct American
Street Rod Association
http://www.accesskansas.org/srv-corporations/getRecord.do?number=0227678
Then
http://www.accesskansas.org/srv-corporations/getRecord.do?number=6386304
as you will see he didn’t do anything with his first company and then he
started up again in Dec 09. The question is if he was such a streetrodder
and he started up the American Street Rod Assoc. because he thought it was
important then where has he been all these years. Now he wants to start
again. Is it all about the opportunity to make a few bucks or what.
I started the ASRA in Dec of 09 too. He wasn’t doing anything and I had
people asking me to get the ASRA going. So I did. Now it seems as though Mr.
Withers is spending a great deal of time trying to discredit what we are
doing.
Glenn, I think you know where I stand on the issue. Street Rodding isn’t
about the big show or the money it’s about us getting together and havin'
the best time we can. Your Membership is good and contrary to any rumors
going around, The ASRA or The American Street Rod Association is not being
sued, or shut down, etc. Fact is we just got three more memberships on line
and I signed up 9 in Fla this weekend. Also we started a chapter in the
Dallas Fort Worth area. If you want to talk more about it just give me a
call.
18 Apr 2010
Dear Jimbo:
Here's our photos for the membership + Lady Rodder which we printed the letter
tonight and will mail out the check tomorrow for membership and extra items (cap
and ASRA window decals). We are from White Oak, TX and are very anxious to join
this club! We were in Jefferson, TX "Outlaw Nationals Rod Run" today and heard
folks that had joined talking about this club, this is GREAT!
Watch for our check to come though and I'll try to just send our photos to you
with this e-mail, if they aren't good, let me know, I can send them in the snail
mail.
Have a blessed weekend, thanks for all you do to keep pre-'49 going!!!
Sincerely from East Texas,
Keith and Donna Blanton - White Oak, TX
Keith and Donna,
Thanks for joining The ASRA and we will live up to our responsibilities. Your
pictures are fine and I'll put them on your cards. Also on the Gallery.
17 Apr 2010
My complaint with NSRA is not the 30-year rule. If the majority of the members
had voted for this and had a true, honest count, it would be ok. WE did not get
a vote and WE are the ones that pay the light bill at Louisville! Without
US...no vendors, therefore, no Louisville! The few in charge of NSRA are acting
just like our US Congress and Prez - the people need to stand up for what's
right, even with this issue. When the little guys get out of this club, no one
cares. But if the NSRA reps get out, then it draws alot of attention. Think
about it, the back pocket ($) always makes a difference.
We've heard and read in the LSSRA newsletter about (2) different clubs: one in
Miss and one in Kansas, I believe. Will both of these clubs combine?
Please advise on this, thanks for all you are doing to keep Pre-'49 vehicles
"outstanding"!
Keith and Donna Blanton - White Oak, TX
Keith and Donna, I agree with you about the NSRA to some
degree but all of us ex-members need to keep in mind all the good they did for
the Street Rodding community over the years. When you say no one cares about the
little guys that's where the true Street Rodder steps up to the plate. I care
and so do the 250 plus members of the ASRA that we are forming. And you would be
surprised at the support and memberships that have come from NSRA Reps. Maybe
there wasn't a vote that we got to participate in but they made the decision and
now they have to live with it.
About the two American Street Rod Clubs, it's true there is one in Kansas, and
he is not happy about us starting up. Seems as though we both started about the
same time and we got on line before they did. I'll supply their history if you
want. Anyway I want you to check us out and make the choice you feel is best for
you. If you have any questions just give me a call. Jimbo
13 April 2010
I just left the NSRA event in OKC. It was all right but I guess I am a
traditionalist, I think all cars have there place but a street rod is pre 49, if
its going to be called a street rod event, then it needs to be one. Please send
me any info you can especially if you are going to plan a Oklahoma
show,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Thanks
Wes Savage - Duncan, Ok
Wes, TheASRA is happy to announce that
it has just formed it's first Chapter in the Dallas - Ft Worth area. We are
actively seeking responsible Street Rodders who would like to start Chapters in
their State. The more Chapters the better. Chapters may have events large or
small but all ASRA members will be welcome. All proceeds from Chapter events
belong to the Chapters. TheASRA home office in Gulfport, MS is for membership
record keeping and newsletter publication. As for a big show, well I think you
know what that leads to. I don't really know why they didn't stay pre-49 but I'm
sure it has something to do with finances. My goal is to bring back Street
Rodding to what it use to be, getting together and having a good time at very
affordable prices. Jimbo
12 April 2010
It does not seem clear to me what you mean by pre 49. Are glass cars etc.
included or do you mean the title has to say 49 or earlier. If this is a glass
hater group, I'm out. - Dennis Crowell
Dennis, The way
we figure if you built a pre-49 streetrod it’s a streetrod. You wanted a
streetrod and you built or bought one. You could have bought or built any
kind of car but you chose the streetrod. Your in as far as we’re concerned.
If you have any questions just give me a call.
26 Mar 2010
Hey Jimbo, I'm sure you know what has happened with other associations. Sure
would like to hear your plans for the ASRA. I do need to talk to you and show
you comments I received after L'ville last year. Lotsa interest in the ASRA. I'm
just an old 68 yr old fart that don't like parking next to A rice burner or
SMOKEY the BANDIT. Call me and I'm sure we can have a great conversation. PS,
THE WEBSITE LOOKS GREAT!!! Dennis Bingham
22 Mar 2010
Hi Jimbo,
Did you attend last years Sunny Beaches Rod Run in Pensacola? I drove my 28
Model A pickup down for the event. When I was stationed at Eglin AFB in the 70s
I was a member of the P'Cola Rodtiques with Bill Dixon. I really enjoyed seeing
him again.
Attached are a few pictures of my pickup if you want to use them. By the way,
the cop did not stop me.
Photo1
Photo2
Photo3
Photo4
Do you accept articles for your magazine? I write a lot for our Lone Star Street
Rod newsletter and "Cruisin Magazine". Let me know
Cheers - Johnnie Eller
Johnnie,
this will be my first time to the Sunny Beach Show. I'm looking forward to the
trip. I drive my 29 all the time it's my daily driver. I sure would like you to
write for theASRA Magazine. Send me a starting article asap as I will be working
on the magazine the next few days. I would like to go to print the 26th. Thank
you for your interest. Jimbo
22 Mar 2010
Hey Jimbo, I'm sending a picture of my car. It's a 48 Ford coupe and I also sent
a check for $25.00 for my membership.
Thanks, Carl M. Johnson
16 Mar 2010
Jimbo,
Thanks for the call and chat. I really appreciate what you are doing for street
rodding. Attached is a photo of my car. If I get another better one down the
line, I'll ask for an update.
Thanks again, Gary Membership #96
21 Feb 2010
Jimbo,
To me a "STREET ROD" is a automobile manufactured prior to 1949 which has
undergone some type of modernization, to include any of the following; engine,
transmission, interior refinements, and any other modifications the builder
desires and used as a safe, non-racing vehicle. Is TheASRA open minded toward
vehicles manufactured or made to look Pre-49? Are homemade, fiberglass, wood and
steel street rods accepted? I like the idea that your events are designed to be
Reunions, not shows, although you create a show just by gathering. The main
ingredient is to have an event somewhat like your high school reunion. Come
together and share, not judge! The poor man has as much input as the well to do.
I personally skip a lot of events because, I don't own a top 10 or 25 vehicle.
When you go to local shows you see the same people winning time after time.
Bring your scrap and build books to share!
That's my input, Jeff
Jeff, Great e-mail. Yes we accept the homemade,
fiberglass or steel street rods. Your building them to look pre-49 and in some
of states they are even titled to the year the street rods would have been
manufactured. TheASRA is trying to give the Street Rodders a central location
for information of events, gatherings and reunions. We don't have by-laws
and a board of directors, just Street Rodders who are doing what we do best,
drivin' around having a good time. I love to go to shows but most of the time
our group just pay the entry fee and get a good parking spot. We tell them our
entry is for display only. I enjoy the car show and watching the folks marking
their ballots. Every few months a bunch of us gather at a local Cracker Barrel
for breakfast. The entry fee is whatever you order and we watch the car show
from the windows while we are eating as a group, laughing and swapping stories
about or latest projects. There isn't any prizes but we were all awarded a great
time. Try it in your area and let me know how it turns out. Jimbo
11 Feb 2010
Jimbo,
The website looks great. I love the letters you are getting from all over the
country. Looks like ya hit a homer!! I joined TheASRA at the Diamondhead show a
couple of weeks ago and I was wondering when I might be getting my Charter
Member Card? Keep up the good work!!
Thanks, Philip Calhoun
Hi Philip, we got our membership card computer program in
and got the windshield decals in, so we are printing up the cards now. We should
mail them out Saturday 2/14/10.
11 Feb 2010
Jimbo
Greetings from Illinois. My name is Tony Halachoulis, Secretary of the Midwest
Street Rod Association of Illinois, established in 1969. One of our members was
responsible for the Not Street Rodders Anymore T-shirts in Louisville. Anyway,
our web master is putting a link to theASRA on our web site and we would like
theASRA to be linked to the MSRA. Our site is
www.msraofil.org . Thanks,
and if we can be of assistance in Illinois, let us know.
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