Once again Gerald took the time to share some pictures with us. Bob had some information about the parade. In fact, at some point Bob and Gerald managed to connect (see below pic). From both of their comments, it is safe to say the parade eclipsed the old parade record held by the Colombians. Congrats to all the participated.
Bob writes,”The word was that there were 1106 jeeps in the parade. It went on until 10:30, and there were 35,000 people lining the streets of Butler.”
Gerald writes, “After the concert and I strong storm last night. I’m done. There is always next year. I’ll be better prepared. It’s already on for August 2012. I’m sure it will be even bigger. The parade was what everyone was talking about. It was over the top. The locals lined up deep and main street was full. The official count is 1108, I think. Unofficially 1700. We got the record details will follow.”
Windyhill writes, “Great show! I stopped by the “ewillys” table and saw the brick! lol. We just got home, about a 6 hour trip. I modified my 18 trailer so I could tow two willys as one time, my 3b and my brothers stock 3A for this trip. The parade was great, loved being able to walk down the street after and be able to start at the Bantams go threw the WWII Jeeps,and then threw the 2A’s 3A, 3B’s etc by decade! Saturday we got held up with a trailer bearing so I missed most of the show and shine but we did run my brothers stock 3A and my 3B threw the playground! It rained early Saturday which made for a soggy pack up but all in all a great time and we will return!
Here is Bob’s CJ-3B
Ever see a factory set of 9.00 x 13 high floatation tires? There was a Navy 3A with an original set. Wow (btw,
I got alot of comments about the Mini Terras and rims on my Jeep.)
Check out this firepower.
Camp and footlocker
Have you ever seen these bezels? Are they stock? (Ed note: I don’t believe they are stock. I’ve seen similar ones on Phillipine vehicles that seemed aftermarket.)
Now that’s a trailer.
Random Bantam, that’s an odd statement, but true at the fest. (BRC-40)
The playground
And that’s a rap. They ran out of shirts at the parade. Everyone was bummed about that.
Later.
ps. I’m drinking lot’s of coffee today and planning for next year.
That’s my Jeep…I’m very proud that it’s shown on this page. We really did have a good time there. We hit a huge storm on the way back and poor little Gertrude is filthy! I’ll get to cleaning her up this week.
Hey Bob!!! Man our 3B’s look great together! : )
They sure do. It would have been cool to get them all together for a picture!
We’ll have to put that on the list for next year. I started my list already. Let see a new camera, more pictures, campsite, Bantam trailer, trail ride pass, sign up early, sell parts,,,,, I have almost a year to think about it.