If there's not a route already, I ran a short one over the weekend. It was 35-40 minutes, from Grants Mill to Rex Lake passed Barber, through Leeds to Hwy 119 to Lake Purdy, along Secard Hollow Rd (behind Liberty Park) to Hwy 280 for lunch.

If we want something longer, I've had a suggestion of driving Hwy 25 from Leeds to Calera (near 29 Dreams). I yet don't know the time or distance. Has anyone done Hwy 25? It's a popular route with lots of curves.

What say ye on a route? Lunch?

BTW, I passed a blue 8 at I-459 & Grants Mill Rd Monday evening. Was that you L-Co?

 

The Grants Mill Road route sounds good to me. Looking forward to it!

Yep, it probably was me you saw. Yesterday I thoroughly enjoyed my drive home from work since the weather was so nice. Windows down, moonroof open, and music blaring. I didnt see you!

 

that sounds good to me Ono...I'm not very familiar with the area, so I'll leave that decision to all who are.

 

sounds good to me also, I am somewhat familiar with the area.

 

Some guys here @ work were telling me about a silver 8 that hit a jeep yesterday over by the summit. They said the car was heavily damaged in the front. Hopefully no one was injured.

With that being said...is everyone's car ok??

 

Well my car is fine... Hate to hear that. I saw a silver or Titanium one on I-20 near Oxford this afternoon, was that anyone in here?

 

Have any of you had any dealings with Med center Mazda's service/ parts dept? How come Trussville Mazda has cheaper parts since they are owned by the same people? Makes no since to me at all and I asked the question last time I was at Med Center and they could not tell me.

I have a guy that works there and he can't get the parts as cheap as they sell from Trussville and he gets them at cost supposedly. Just curious

 

I bought my 8 from Med Center back in December. So, I've only had one experience with their service (had an oil change in March). No problems. But, I know the Parts Manager, Brian, at Trussville Mazda fairly well. He has gotten me a few parts and has been extremely fair, helpful, and fast. I cant explain the cost difference between the two places, but will ask next time I see Brian. Good question.

 

Everyone still on for Saturday??!! I am, I am!

 

oh crap that is this saturday isn't it? Durn I have something going this weekend so hopefully I will catch ya'll the next time. I honestly forgot it was this weekend. sorry.

 

C y'all Saturday.

 

I'm sorry to say that I won't be able to make it to the meet. I totally spaced the fact that sunday is mother's day...I'm gonna be outta town.

 

Sorry you guys cant make it. Anyone else planning on coming besides me,
Mr. L-Co, and Ono? That's an awfully sad little attendance list

 

i'll be there; if y'all decide to cancel, be sure to message me.

Ron

 

Ok. The list for tomorrow is.. See ya at 10:30 at Irondale Sam's!
1. L-Co and Mr. L-Co
2. Ron
3. Morkusyambo (tentative)
4. Ono

 

I'm still coming

 

Someone carry a camera and take pics so I want totally miss it...

 

Will do Screamin. We'll take pictures as we vote you and Mr. Wilson in as President and Coordinator of Events of the brand new Alabama RX8 club! Ha, ha, ha!!

 

Unfortunately I just found out that I have to work from 6 to 2 tomorrow. I was really looking forward to meeting you guys, but I can't get out of work. Please post the pictures when you can, hope ya'll have alot of fun.

Hudson

 

We really need to find a time when everyone can get together and meet. If it is just to meet and hang out somewhere.

Oh while I am thinking of it I seen a VRed 8 sitting at the Eastaboga exit today, was that any of ya'll?

 

Our first RX8 meeting! We went for a nice cruise then had lunch and adult beverages (wink, wink) at TGI Fridays. Lots of car stories and tall tales were exchanged. I'll get more pics up as soon as I kick this stupid sinus junk.
Later, Lisa

 

I hate that I had to miss it. My Pearl White 8 would have looked great sitting next to the other cars... we would of had one of just about every color. Whenever another meetup is decided I will make sure that I am off work (Sick day anyone?) to attend!


Hudson

 

That pretty blue one needs to be unleashed on a road course. C'mon L-Co, uncork her and make her happy.

 

Shame the weather was dank, and the cars didn't shine as much. But, the people make the meets as much as the cars. We had sunshine there. Even if I was the elder statesman. By a long shot....

Ron

 

Lisa, maybe a pic of your car will help clear your sinuses.......