September 9-10.......
 

Jeff,

Moved you from September 6-7 to September 9-10 as per your request. Thanks.

Tony

April 2022 sessions.......
 

Anthony,

You have a reserve seat for April 2022 sessions together with the other paid participants from the cancelled April 2020 sessions. By the end of the year, I will start the list. Right now, my focus is the coming September 2021 sessions. One activity at a time. Thanks.

Tony

Hello Tony,

I am a paid participant and would like to join the Sept 13-14 class.

Thank you,
Yuri

September 13-14 group.......
 

Yuri,

You are now listed in the September 13-14 group as per your request. Thanks.

Tony

Up dated list as of July 20..........
 

These are the people who have registered for the Engine Rebuilding Classes (September 2021).

Sept. 6-7 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. NALB
2. KEVBO
3. oldMcDonald
4. Kenzinger
5. Reybel
6.
7.
8.

Sept. 9-10 (Thu. & Fri.)
1. Gretz
2. Ardent88G50
3. Brian Lay
4. Kraftwerk
5. David Borden
6. Kazoo-Mal
7. Brshap
8. Targa4Now

Sept. 13-14 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Khamul02
2. Toomanystars
3. Leo Porsche
4. Blucille
5. Setho
6. LeeD
7. YDobbs
8.

Sept. 16-17 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Dynamik
2. JSZ
3. MeinTarga
4. Tommy Z.
5. Prestallion
6. Chase Eller
7. Rider10352
8.

Sept. 20-21 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Contigo2
2. DavidMN
3. MrBonus
4. Blg5035
5. Uwon
6. Mixed76
7. SpecialCK
8. MBruen

Sept. 23-24 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Carl S
2. Ngrich99
3. Geronimo
4. Livetopedal
5. Cbb
6. St. Can
7. Mimo 500
8. Derek L.
9. Harv666


Sept. 27-28 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Eicweis
2. AlKidd
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Anyone of the 59 paid participants for the cancelled April 2020 could choose to attend the Sept. 2021 or the April 2022 sessions. I will be sending emails to everyone on the list.

For new registrants, contact me @ ATD911@hotmail.com or PM me. The venue is Norristown, PA 19401. Information needed are:
Full Name
Pelican parts screen name (if any)
Email/tel.#.

Let’s begin a new list. Eight (8) participants per group. Thanks.

Tony

Need a volunteer from September 23-24 group.....
 

There are already 8 registered participants in the September 23-24 group (see listing). Three (3) of them are coming from Toronto, Canada and a 4th Canadian wants to join his friends in this group.

Would anyone willing to volunteer to move to September 6-7 or 13-14? Please let me know or PM me. Thanks.

Tony

September 27-28 group.........
 

I have received several inquiries about joining this group and they were reluctant to sign up because of the lack of participants. If anyone signs up in the group, I will conduct the classes even if there is only one participant. I am doing this as a passion and not as a business endeavor. So anyone who wants to move or transfer to this group should not worry at all. I am willing to do a one on one session. Just you a me and if nobody shows up, I will take this opportunity to start a rebuild for one of motors waiting in line. Thanks.

Tony

Put me down for the Sept 27-28 group. Join in people.

I can't imagine someone hesitating due to lack of other participants. If anything that's a bonus! What could be better than one on one instruction?

Misquoted...........September 27-28 Group.
 

Ethan,

Al Kidd misquoted my post. It refers to the September 27-28 group not the over-all Engine Rebuilding Classes. If you noticed, no nobody is in that group in spite of several PM’s and inquiries.

Right now, we have more than I could handle and happy with the number of participants. Looking forward for another great experience with the Pelicanparts members. Thanks.

Tony

As of July 27........
 

As of July 27, there are 46 registered participants for the September 2021. There were 40 people in April 2018 and 59 for April 2020 that was cancelled due to Covid-19. Some 15 people have reservations for April 2022 which would be my last one.

Sept. 6-7 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. NALB
2. KEVBO
3. oldMcDonald
4. Kenzinger
5. Reybel
6.
7.
8.

Sept. 9-10 (Thu. & Fri.)
1. Gretz
2. Ardent88G50
3. Brian Lay
4. Kraftwerk
5. David Borden
6. Kazoo-Mal
7. Brshap
8. Targa4Now

Sept. 13-14 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Khamul02
2. Toomanystars
3. Leo Porsche
4. Blucille
5. Setho
6. LeeD
7. YDobbs
8.

Sept. 16-17 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Dynamik
2. JSZ
3. MeinTarga
4. Tommy Z.
5. Prestallion
6. Chase Eller
7. Rider10352
8.

Sept. 20-21 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Contigo2
2. DavidMN
3. MrBonus
4. Blg5035
5. Uwon
6. Mixed76
7. SpecialCK
8. MBruen

Sept. 23-24 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Carl S
2. Ngrich99
3. Geronimo
4. Livetopedal
5. Cbb
6. St. Can
7. Mimo 500
8. Derek L.
9. Harv666


Sept. 27-28 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Eicweis
2. AlKidd
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Thanks to all these people who come from different parts of the country including 5 Canadians to make this event fun and memorable.

Announcement:
The venue is moved to a new location just a mile from the original site (19401):

2940 De Kalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401

The building is across the McDonald and close to several shopping centers. Will send emails to everyone on the list. Have a safe travel.

Tony

Hi Tony,

Do you have recommendations on hotels in the area?

this seems to be the closest:


tinyurl.com/vmasxskh Hyatt House Philadelphia/Plymouth Meeting

I like marriott properties, many discounts and corporate codes available to make this property less expensive most nites compared to the Hyatt above--a few miles away

https://www.marriott.com/hotels/maps/travel/phlwe-marriott-philadelphia-west/

Changed my reservation to “Plymouthmeeting” area. Hyatt House as recommended by the host of our class. More expensive but walking distance.

David

Cheese Steaks for everyone!!!!
Kevin

Hotel accommodations.........
 

Here is a list of local hotel accommodations:

https://www.valleyforge.org/towns/norristown/hotels/

The closest accommodations would be in the “Plymouthmeeting” area. Hyatt House is so close you could walk from the hotel to the venue.

Tony

Thanks for the remind. Forgot all about getting a place to stay. Been pretty hectic here at home. Looking forward to it.

What should we bring?

What to prepare........
 

Carl et al,

Bring your A-game because you will have a tough 2-day course. Just kidding. I like everyone to come with an open mind and enjoy the 2-day course. I will provide note books and pens to jot down your notes. Since everyone has a phone/camera, take as many pictures as you want to remember the tricks and gizmos you will see during the course.

You could then revise or make your own versions as you do your next engine rebuild. You would not be an expert after taking the 2-day course, but you would more confident and prepared to do your next engine teardown.

You will overcome your fear and anxiety about 911 engine rebuild and I guarantee it. If you have the Engine Rebuilding book by Wayne Dempsey, start reading it from cover to cover. That is an excellent reference book you could find.

See you guys in a few weeks. And travel safe specially our 5 friends from the north. They are crossing the border but they going back. Thanks.

Tony

September 27-28 group cancellation.........
 

As of July 31, there are 46 registered participants and 2 invited guests for the September 2021 Engine Rebuilding Classes. There were 40 people in April 2018 and 59 registrants for April 2020 that was cancelled due to Covid-19. Some 15 people have reservations for next year April 2022 sessions.

These are the people registered for the coming fall sessions:
Sept. 6-7 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. NALB
2. KEVBO
3. oldMcDonald
4. Kenzinger
5. Reybel
6. (Reserved for a guest)
7. (Reserved for a guest)
8.

Sept. 9-10 (Thu. & Fri.)
1. Gretz
2. Ardent88G50
3. Brian Lay
4. Kraftwerk
5. David Borden
6. Kazoo-Mal
7. Brshap
8. Targa4Now

Sept. 13-14 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Khamul02
2. Toomanystars
3. Leo Porsche
4. Blucille
5. Setho
6. LeeD
7. YDobbs
8. AlKidd

Sept. 16-17 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Dynamik
2. JSZ
3. MeinTarga
4. Tommy Z.
5. Prestallion
6. Chase Eller
7. Rider10352
8. EicWeiss

Sept. 20-21 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Contigo2
2. DavidMN
3. MrBonus
4. Blg5035
5. Uwon
6. Mixed76
7. SpecialCK
8. MBruen

Sept. 23-24 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Carl S
2. Ngrich99
3. Geronimo
4. Livetopedal
5. Cbb
6. St. Can
7. Mimo 500
8. Derek L.
9. Harv666


Sept. 27-28 (Mon. & Tue.)......... (CANCELLED) as of 7-31-21.

Announcement:
The venue is moved to a new location just a mile from the original site (19401):

2940 De Kalb Pike
Suite D
East Norriton, PA 19401

The building is across the McDonald and close to several shopping centers. Will send emails to everyone on the list. Have a safe travel. Thanks.

Contact information:
610-272-7634 (home)
215-421-8148 (cell)
ATD911@hotmail.com

Tony

Can't wait for the class, Tony! What time should we plan to arrive at the venue? Is there any set up help that you need?

Class hours........
 

I will be there before 8:00 AM to open the door to Suite D. It is the corner room on the ground floor and you will probably see a 911 parked near by. It would be nice if everyone arrives on time. There is a McDonald across the building where you could grab something for your breakfast.

We start around 8:00 AM to 12:00, lunch break and resume at 1:00 PM up to 5:00 PM. There are so much subjects to cover in just 2 days and like to maximize the hands on experience of the participants. I wish I could make it into 3 days sessions but I might not survive it for 6 groups.

The first day, I will have 2 or 3 motors in the classroom that we will use. Everything will be set up and ready for the class including tools to be used. I will need volunteers to join me do an engine teardown after a brief discussion. And so on.

At the end of the first day, I will stay behind to prepare for the following day’s activities. It would be a long hectic day for me. Usually it’s a 14-hour work schedule for me. But I feel great and rewarded when I see people enjoying the fruit of my labor. It is priceless.

See you soon.

Tony

Hi Tony, I'm interested in joining your April 2022 group. Thanks!

September 6-7 group.......
 

jma,

After Thanksgiving Day, I will announce an invitation for the April 22 sessions. Right now, I am only concentrating for the September 2021 sessions.

There are still seats available for September 6-7 group if your interested to join this fall. Thanks.

Tony

Hi Tony. I just found this. If I fly or train into Philly, approx how long is the drive? Pending spousal approval, this may be my b’day present. Not done any engine «*building*» since diesels. You may be short on those dates because both are holidays. Best wishes.

Driving distance.........
 

Philadelphia International Airport is about 25 miles from the venue and Center City (Philadelphia) is about 20 miles away. There is also a local train from the airport to Norristown Transportation Center. And call Uber to your destination.

If you are interested to join us next month, PM me your full name and email address. Thanks.

Tony

As of August 9...........
 

We have about a month to go before we start the first group. Next week, I will start preparing the room and deliver the motors and tools including chairs and tables. Looking forward to meet everyone in person. Have a pleasant and safe travel.

These are the people registered for the coming fall sessions:
Sept. 6-7 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. NALB
2. KEVBO
3. oldMcDonald
4. Kenzinger
5. Reybel
6. USERA
7.
8.

Sept. 9-10 (Thu. & Fri.)
1. Gretz
2. Ardent88G50
3. Brian Lay
4. Kraftwerk
5. David Borden
6. Kazoo-Mal
7. Brshap
8. Targa4Now

Sept. 13-14 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Khamul02
2. Toomanystars
3. Leo Porsche
4. Blucille
5. Setho
6. LeeD
7. YDobbs
8. AlKidd

Sept. 16-17 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Dynamik
2. JSZ
3. MeinTarga
4. Tommy Z.
5. Prestallion
6. Chase Eller
7. Rider10352
8. EicWeiss

Sept. 20-21 (Mon. & Tue.)
1. Contigo2
2. DavidMN
3. MrBonus
4. Blg5035
5. Uwon
6. Mixed76
7. SpecialCK
8. MBruen

Sept. 23-24 (Thur. & Fri.)
1. Carl S.
2. Ngrich99
3. Geronimo
4. Livetopedal
5. Cbb
6. St. Can
7. Mimo 500
8. Derek L.
9. Harv666


Sept. 27-28 (Mon. & Tue.)......... (CANCELLED) as of 7-31-21.

Announcement:
The venue is moved to a new location just a mile from the original site (19401):

2940 De Kalb Pike
Suite D
East Norriton, PA 19401

The building is across the McDonald and close to several shopping centers. Will send emails to everyone on the list. Have a safe travel. Thanks.

Contact information:
610-272-7634 (home)
215-421-8148 (cell)
ATD911@hotmail.com

Tony

Additional participant........
 

Kevin F. (USERA),

I will add your name in the September 6-7 group. A couple more seats are available if anyone is still interested to join us. Thanks.

Tony

Wondering: Not to be a total pain in the butt, BUT does anyone - already signed up - want to trade their 13~14 or 16~17 slot for my 9~10 slot (if this is okay with Tony)
just asking..
Looking forward to this, finally !

JT,

If you could get anyone on the list to switch places for the September Engine Rebuilding sessions that would be great. I have no problem with it. But this arrangement would be between you guys. Please let me know who is taking your spot so that I could make the changes.

Three (3) more weeks to go and looking forward to meet new friends.

Tony

Tony:
The US government just announced this morning that the land border between Can & US will remain closed until Sept 21. That makes it pretty much impossible for me to make the Sept 13 class as Im on the chilly side of the 49th parallel. Can I bump out to 2022?

Thanks
Al

Border crossing.........
 

Al,

If you won’t be able to attend your scheduled sessions due to some government regulation, there is nothing we could do about it. There are 6 Canadians registered to attend the engine rebuilding classes and have not heard from them. Let’s keep the schedule as is and for those affected would have an option to join us next spring (2022).

Tony

Tony, I’m happy to see this filling up. I am just not going to make it. You can’t believe what a PITA it is to get from Boston to Philly. Maybe in different times. All the best.

Tony,
Sent you an email. I too am on the Chilly side of the 49th, so I am not able to attend the September 20-21 session. It's a real bummer for me as I have 3 motors to rebuild. Hopefully by spring, Covid will have been strangled to an acceptable level so I'll be able to join one of your sessions.
Cheers,
Johan

Safety........
 

Johan et al,

Do what is best for you. Our safety and well being is more important than this engine rebuilding classes. If this travel restriction won’t allow you to cross the border then stay home. But do not completely give up, things might change by next month. If you can not make it this fall, another one in April 2022 is coming up. Probably my last one.

Tony

Hi Tony, I would like to attend the April session as I am unable to attend this September.

BTW: Sticking w/ the 9/10th ..


I hope our Canadian Brothers can eventually get down here and learn the art.
I am SO looking forward to this!
Been watching as many videos as I can find.

Next year.......
 

Mike,

Before the end of the year, I will start the registration for the April 2022 sessions.

Tony

John,

Yes. You could join September 13-14 group. I will accommodate you.

Tony

Please take the spot. I'd be there if the border were open and flying right now is just not an option given the travel restrictions. I was so hoping the US would open the border as Canada did.

Border crossing..........
 

Al,

Use the southern border instead. All you have to do is cross the Rio Grande River and get all the benefits including free hotel accommodation. Just kidding. There are 6 Canadians registered and I’m keeping my fingers crossed that they all make it. If not try next time. I am hoping you guys could make the trip. Thanks.

Tony