[Jun 6, 2014] Benefit ride and Fun day, for James Davis (Marion NC)

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Rock Corps 4X4 and The Flats will be holding a Benefit ride for James Davis.
James has had severe health issues recently, most stemming from his Heart issues. Because of very week
heart functions, he begin to swell, this wasn't a drawn out thing, it happened very quickly. Because of the swelling he got a blister between his toes. From there, things went down hill fast. Infection set in, and he lost two toes. This did not take care of the infection, and it was discussed by several Doctors on what to do. Initially they were going to take half his foot, then it was above the ankle, and then below his knee. But because of the stress of the Anesthesia they wanted to do their best to take care of this in one shot. The anesthesia is very hard on the heart, for such a complicated surgery.
So as of now, he is re-cooperating from the leg amputation. Next is what this benefit is for. He needs a heart, and a kidney. He has to come up with $100,000.00 before he can have the surgery.
James was a athletic school teacher. He was forced to retire because of his health issues effective March of this year. His school has had a fund raiser, his brother n law has a golf tournament in May, and now, Rock Corps 4X4 and The Flats will be having one as well.
I know the 4X4 community will support this, this has been proven many times. But We have hopes on making this much bigger than just the wheeling community. I am trying to get different bands. As of now, We have a possible two swing bands, and one Heavy metal band. According to the poll I posted, it would be nice to get a country band, a blue grass band, and a classic rock type band. Instead of a raffle, we are going to have an auction. On that note, anything, and I do mean anything will be accepted from anyone, for this auction. No junk please! One Rock Corps 4X4 member is going to organize some wheeling games. Trophies will be awarded. WE do plan on this being big, REALLY big! So with more ideas to get people in the gate it may grow larger than Rock Corps can handle. So, participation of other clubs and individuals may be needed.
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Updating this post so all can see who is supporting this Benefit!

GubNi Shawn is donating a disk brake kit, valued at $335. He is also willing to sponsor A Barbie Jeep race, if there is enough interest.

Four Wheel Parts in Charlotte. Ryan is donating $200 worth of goods. Will update when items are selected.

Jody Treadway of Carolina Axle and 4x4 Jody is willing to put up $200 prize money for another race. Also pledging some "goodies" to be auctioned.

Barnes 4wd Brad is donating $300 worth of gift certificates to be auctioned off.

4 wheel parts in Raleigh Greg is pledging to donate to this effort. I will post when items are selected.

Sunbelt Rentals in Hickory . Conway is donating the use of two generators/lights for the night time use, and to power the bands.

hillbilly21 of EAST COAST WILLY'S RESTORATTION. Paul has pledged $200 contribution from his shop!

Krazy Krawlers four wheel drive club is donating $100 toward a race and a new set of wheels. 15X10, 5 on 5 bolt pattern, black wagon wheels

4Wheel Parts of Raleigh and 4 Wheel parts of Charlotte, Greg and Ryan will be sponsoring the show n Go competition. Along with a prize for the win!

MetalWerx Design and fabrication will be donating a winch for the auction!

Connie Patton Greppi A friend of mine who I also went to school with contacted me all the way from her home, in Hawaii! Connie makes custom high end Jewelry. She is going to send a couple pieces to me with their description and value. When I have them I will post more info on them. *Update* Talked with Connie on the phone yesterday, she has sent the jewelry! A quick description, a 1.3 K Ruby Ring with Diamonds, and a 1/4K Saphire ring. As soon as I get them and have the official description, I will update again. With pics!

J&L Mechanical, RedneckCJ5 Paul Poplin is sponsoring the Side By Side Competition. $100

Daves Offroad Supply Set of Dimple dies.http://www.davesoffroadsupply.com/TMR-Customs-Dimple-Die-5-Piece-Craftsman-Set_p_1402.html

Andy Warren of Waynesville Chevrolet (Orange Yoda) will be bringing 4-$500 worth of Batteries and such.

Minton's Automotive David Minton (3DKrawler) has pledged something for the Auction, not sure right now what, will update

Buckeye Performance of Swannanoa Chris Ellis (Novacayne75) has pledged something for the auction also. Will update when he decides what he is bringing!
 
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You should set up a PayPal for the people who can't make this event that would still like to help. On another note we will try to keep this date clear so we can attend.
 
Looks like Food will be a big part of this event.
As of now, traditional Burgers and or hotdogs
The big treat looks like we are going to have some Home slow cooked BBQ, with fixins including
Slaw, hushpuppies, and bun with different types of BBQ sauce!
A new item for the events, there is talk of Nacho's and cheese, and BBQ nachos with cheese, AND, some Jalapeno peppers!
 
Had a band commit today to play for this event. Black Demize, a local heavy metal band. BTW My oldest son plays Bass in this band!

Still looking for more bands, would love to fill the card with entertainment!

Also still looking for sponsors. It may be something for the auction, or a monetary donation to offset the food cost.

No contribution is too small!
 
Count me in!!!!:driver::bounce:
 
Items are beginning to come in for donations toward the Auction!

There is some interest for another Race, who's in? I do have one sponsor already. Details and confirmation will follow.

There is also some mention of a Barbie Jeep race, how many are interested in this?

We also have a donation for the use of two Generator/light combo's. So, Plan on staying, just because the sky light fads, the fun doesn't have to end!
 
Please read the first post of this thread for updates. I just updated the list of vendors who have pledged items for the Benefit.
These are the guys and businesses that support the community as well as sell us great services!
will be updated as pledges are made.
 
upnover said:
Items are beginning to come in for donations toward the Auction!

There is some interest for another Race, who's in? I do have one sponsor already. Details and confirmation will follow.

There is also some mention of a Barbie Jeep race, how many are interested in this?

Ch

We also have a donation for the use of two Generator/light combo's. So, Plan on staying, just because the sky light fads, the fun doesn't have to end!
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Chip Carolina Krazy Krawlers will donate $100 to the race also!!...(laurel lane...lol) I myself personally will donate a new set of wheels for the auction!... I'm sure someone could use them!
 
OK, you asked for it, you got it! THE RACE IS ON!

Barbie Jeep Race, to be held on the last hill going into the upper flats!
Sponsored by GubNi. $150

4 and 6 cylinder class
Sponsored by Krazy Krawlers Four Wheel drive club. $100

8 Cylinder class
Sponsored by Jody Treadway of Carolina Axle and 4x4 $200

Side by side race!
Sponsored by Paul Poplin (redneckcj5) of J&L Mechanical $100

As more sponsors come in, I will update totals.

Rules:
Barbie Jeep race. Any Power wheels type set up is acceptable. Must start with original 4 wheels.
All racers must wear long sleeve coat and gloves
All racers must wear a helmet.
To win, Racer must be on(driving) the car at the end. In the event of wreck, racer must get back on car, can not, pick it up and run.
Racer may run to catch up with car, but must be on it at finish line.
This is not timed, it will be an elimination of losers.

Rules for 4, 6, and 8 cylinder classes and Side by Sides

All racers must wear a helmet
all racers must have belts on, shoulder harnesses recommended, but not required.
All Vehicles will line up according to their front most part of rig, be it a bumper, tube, or tires
Time will end when same crosses finish line. Start front, end front.
No passengers allowed.
All Rigs must have Hard(metal) top, or full factory roll bars or built cage.


Total entry fees plus sponsor money, will be split 50/50
50% to benefit, 50% to winners. If winner chooses, they can donate their winnings back to benefit.

Entry fee for all racers will be $10
Any of the 4 or 6 cylinders who want to run both classes, must pay a double fee($20)
If you want to run the race twice, you can pay your fee again.
We will run two lanes. Times will be added together. You must run both lanes.
Anyone wanting to run again, will be run after all racers have run the course twice. You can choose to use your first accumulative time of both lanes, or your second run of both lanes. Cost will be an addition entry fee of $10

Grudge matches can also be run, at the cost of $5 per rig. This will be held AFTER the Race field has been run by all of the racers.

Scott Thomas (Ol'Jeeps) will be running the race. All volunteers, all contributors, please go through him. Thanks for volunteering your time Scott!
 
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WOW Love this response. More happenings!!
4Wheel parts of Charlotte AND 4Wheel Parts of Raleigh
Will be sponsoring the 4Wheel Parts Show n go.
Ryan Adams and Greg Slade will be the judges!
Notice nothing said about shine.
There will be a super secret list of items for them to check to see if you have, No telling what will be on the list
But it will all be directed as to how prepared you are to hit the trails!

There will be a prize for the winner! Donated from these two great guys.

Cost to enter? a mere $5. So, everyone enter, even if you don't think you can win, never know, bottom line, it all goes to the benefit!

time and location will be announce later
 
Keep looking back at the original post, more stuff coming in. As I posted, it don't have to be related to wheeling. I just off the phone from an old school mate from Hawaii, I have some high end jewelry coming soon!
 
Hey Everybody.... I am trying to put together a Bake Sale for this event.... If you could help, or donate some baked goods... Maybe have the wives bake up some goodies... That would be great!! Remember... Its for a good cause!!! (I will be baking some of my famous cream cheese pound cakes to sale!!)
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Updating this post so all can see who is supporting this Benefit!

GubNi Shawn is donating a disk brake kit, valued at $335. He is also willing to sponsor A Barbie Jeep race, if there is enough interest.

Four Wheel Parts in Charlotte. Ryan is donating $200 worth of goods. Will update when items are selected.

Jody Treadway of Carolina Axle and 4x4 Jody is willing to put up $200 prize money for another race. Also pledging some "goodies" to be auctioned.

Barnes 4wd Brad is donating $300 worth of gift certificates to be auctioned off.

4 wheel parts in Raleigh Greg is pledging to donate to this effort. I will post when items are selected.

Sunbelt Rentals in Hickory . Conway is donating the use of two generators/lights for the night time use, and to power the bands.

hillbilly21 of EAST COAST WILLY'S RESTORATTION. Paul has pledged $200 contribution from his shop!

Krazy Krawlers four wheel drive club is donating $100 toward a race and a new set of wheels. 15X10, 5 on 5 bolt pattern, black wagon wheels

4Wheel Parts of Raleigh and 4 Wheel parts of Charlotte, Greg and Ryan will be sponsoring the show n Go competition. Along with a prize for the win!

MetalWerx Design and fabrication will be donating a winch for the auction!

Connie Patton Greppi A friend of mine who I also went to school with contacted me all the way from her home, in Hawaii! Connie makes custom high end Jewelry. She is going to send a couple pieces to me with their description and value. When I have them I will post more info on them. *Update* Talked with Connie on the phone yesterday, she has sent the jewelry! A quick description, a 1.3 K Ruby Ring with Diamonds, and a 1/4K Saphire ring. As soon as I get them and have the official description, I will update again. With pics!

J&L Mechanical, RedneckCJ5 Paul Poplin is sponsoring the Side By Side Competition. $100

Daves Offroad Supply Set of Dimple dies.http://www.davesoffroadsupply.com/TMR-Customs-Dimple-Die-5-Piece-Craftsman-Set_p_1402.html

Andy Warren of Waynesville Chevrolet (Orange Yoda) will be bringing 4-$500 worth of Batteries and such.

Minton's Automotive David Minton (3DKrawler) has pledged something for the Auction, not sure right now what, will update

Buckeye Performance of Swannanoa Chris Ellis (Novacayne75) has pledged something for the auction also. Will update when he decides what he is bringing!
 
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