Post your pictures and Thank Yous for RAOK Day here, Thanks.

The first "Thank You" goes to Gerald for setting this up - what a great idea!

I enjoyed selecting some goodies to send out, and I appreciate the reminder that what makes this hobby fun is sharing it with others.

Thanks again, Gerald. Good job!

Mike

Got into the office this afternoon and found a box on my desk with a familiar return address.
ECchopper RAOK'd me with 2 RWB Muscle Machines and a BWF Muscle Machine.:cool:
Thanks, Rob!!:wave:

(no pics cuz I don't have my camera at work)

That was fast! I only mailed it yesterday.
(did ya like the white walls on the '55? I thought they set it off nice)
Oh, and you're welcome!

KUDOS to GERALD! Great Idea to have a National RAOK Day!

Got a box from rattlehed! Got a thank you note for a tip i gave him awhile ago, a reg road trip 59 desoto police car AND the wl of the same car! THANK YOU


now to go back to kb, i think i left one behind.....

Thanks Gerald

:woohoo: Mr Mailman brought me a box today, all I can say is WOW! I won't give it away until I can get some pics, but my raoker definitely knows what I like. I want to thank my Jeepin buddy from upstate NY and Gerald, for this killer idea :woohoo:

Thanks for the great idea!~ Nothing yet but its awesome!~

Got a box from rattlehed! Got a thank you note for a tip i gave him awhile ago, a reg road trip 59 desoto police car AND the wl of the same car! THANK YOU


now to go back to kb, i think i left one behind.....

What else would I send to the WLhunter! You are more than welcome and thanks again. Don't mame any bambies on the way BACK to KB!:thumbsup:

I got 4 White Lightnings from Mike in Odessa, Mo in the mail today!!:woohoo:

Thank you sir!!:thumbsup:

I got 4 White Lightnings from Mike in Odessa, Mo in the mail today!!:woohoo:

Thank you sir!!:thumbsup:

You're welcome, but don't call me sir!

Happy RAOK Day.

Mike

I got hit again!
http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w96/bob8748/Badbone004.jpg
The missing piece I needed, the Bad to the Bone BWF! I have an empty spot in the case for it. That spot always reminded me that I wasnt complete but it will be filled tonight. Plus the cool Motor Max American Grafitti 49 Mercury. Thats going in the same case! No return address.
Thanks RW!!!!!!!! Whoever you are :wave:

Gerald you sly dog! I'm sitting at my desk this morning mulling over if I really want to grade some late work (Yes I'll get it done today) and my buddy walks in. I guess I can delay that grading for a moment and check my mail down in the office. I look as we walk into the mail room. There is a box...sitting in front of my mail box...Hmmm it is from a diecast company....Dang it! My day just got a whole lot better! The box is from Gerald ...Hmmm Imagine that!
Well I dance all the way back to my room and sit at my desk and open this box and what to my shining eyes did appear, not a sled and reindeer but there was a GreenLight High Country Special 1968 Mustang, sweet car! I dig some more there are two Hotwheels one is a 8 crate and one is a Muscle tone BUT They are special because they are a winner and a loser ET cars from AutoFest 07! I NEEDED these cars fro the Fest collection! WOOOO HOOO! But wait theres more! (I'm begining to feel that Ron Popeel is typing this)
In the box is a Lightning Lane.com 65 Chevy (NOT CHOVY!) Nova Sweet car! Along the lines of JL there is a Mopar or No Car 1970 Plymouth Baracuda! and an Import Heat Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution...Do I see White rims...is that a white interior? A WL COOL!
And I saved the best for last! There is the absolutly coolest all white Maisto chopped bug. Now this is not a regular bug or even the chase bug....It is a German Toy Fair Car! The all white ride with the light greay Toy Fair 2006 tampo on top is priceless to me! Gerald this car will be with my collection until I pass it on to my diecast heirs! SWEET! I'm doing the dance today.


Hey there is something rattiling around in the bottom of the box......**Giggle** OTTO'S SCHOOL BUS! Sweet it's going to stay on my desk now! The Teacher has a bus!

















Oh annd I'm living up to my title of Secratery of Freedom in the WLLM and the Evolution is now breathing again!

Gerald you sly dog! I'm sitting at my desk this morning mulling over if I really want to grade some late work (Yes I'll get it done today) and my buddy walks in. I guess I can delay that grading for a moment and check my mail down in the office. I look as we walk into the mail room. There is a box...sitting in front of my mail box...Hmmm it is from a diecast company....Dang it! My day just got a whole lot better! The box is from Gerald ...Hmmm Imagine that!
Well I dance all the way back to my room and sit at my desk and open this box and what to my shining eyes did appear, not a sled and reindeer but there was a GreenLight High Country Special 1968 Mustang, sweet car! I dig some more there are two Hotwheels one is a 8 crate and one is a Muscle tone BUT They are special because they are a winner and a loser ET cars from AutoFest 07! I NEEDED these cars fro the Fest collection! WOOOO HOOO! But wait theres more! (I'm begining to feel that Ron Popeel is typing this)
In the box is a Lightning Lane.com 65 Chevy (NOT CHOVY!) Nova Sweet car! Along the lines of JL there is a Mopar or No Car 1970 Plymouth Baracuda! and an Import Heat Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution...Do I see White rims...is that a white interior? A WL COOL!
And I saved the best for last! There is the absolutly coolest all white Maisto chopped bug. Now this is not a regular bug or even the chase bug....It is a German Toy Fair Car! The all white ride with the light greay Toy Fair 2006 tampo on top is priceless to me! Gerald this car will be with my collection until I pass it on to my diecast heirs! SWEET! I'm doing the dance today.


Hey there is something rattiling around in the bottom of the box......**Giggle** OTTO'S SCHOOL BUS! Sweet it's going to stay on my desk now! The Teacher has a bus!

Your welcome Chris, and for all to know, Chris was my inspiration for RAOK day. He is always giving and has such a positive attitude on the board.

I got a great BWF from ECchopper...Hot August Nights '49 Merc. I'm scratching one more JL BWF off my list. Thanks, Rob, this is a sweet car for sure :thumbsup:

I'll post pics when I can. It's been a busy week, and next week looks to be the same. But a new BWF to add to the collection has been a bright spot in a hectic week :wave:

Your welcome Chris, and for all to know, Chris was my inspiration for RAOK day. He is always giving and has such a positive attitude on the board.

**Blush**

I received this SEMA Mustang from WLPaul today it was included with a purchase I made from him.THANKS PAUL:thumbsup: RW:wave:

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z49/bigjbigj/WLPAUL%20Raok/sema-1.jpg

I received an unexpected package yesterday from WL Paul and inside were some sweet gems!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK1.jpg


I don't know which one is my favorite. Here are some close ups of most of them....

First, I got one of the SEMA cars like Brad above and a new Treasure Hunt. My daughter wanted to open the TH up and play. I told her I couldn't because it was a gift. I will have to give her the one I scored at K-day!


My first discovery in the package were a couple of cool WLs!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK6.jpg

(this could be my favorite....)
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK7.jpg

And then a cool Autofest Traction car...
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK4.jpg

But not just any Autofest car!
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK5.jpg

Finally, Paul knows I have been collecting 2 main things. Cars with the serial number 18 and then the obvious, BWFs!!!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK2.jpg

But, this is no normal BWF! It is a BWF that is #18!!!!
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK3.jpg

THANK YOU PAUL!!!! YOU ARE THE MAN!

And, for those that are not sure what I am talking about when I mention the #18, check out this thread...

http://www.hobbytalk.com/bbs1/showthread.php?t=159326

I have a few more 18s that I got as RAOKS from Paul and Dennis (lovemy71camar) in the past. I need to get them all together for another photo shoot!

Thanks again Paul!

I received an unexpected package yesterday from WL Paul and inside were some sweet gems!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK1.jpg


I don't know which one is my favorite. Here are some close ups of most of them....

First, I got one of the SEMA cars like Brad above and a new Treasure Hunt. My daughter wanted to open the TH up and play. I told her I couldn't because it was a gift. I will have to give her the one I scored at K-day!


My first discovery in the package were a couple of cool WLs!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK6.jpg

(this could be my favorite....)
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK7.jpg

And then a cool Autofest Traction car...
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK4.jpg

But not just any Autofest car!
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK5.jpg

Finally, Paul knows I have been collecting 2 main things. Cars with the serial number 18 and then the obvious, BWFs!!!

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK2.jpg

But, this is no normal BWF! It is a BWF that is #18!!!!
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b175/centershock/RAOK3.jpg

THANK YOU PAUL!!!! YOU ARE THE MAN!

And, for those that are not sure what I am talking about when I mention the #18, check out this thread...

http://www.hobbytalk.com/bbs1/showthread.php?t=159326

I have a few more 18s that I got as RAOKS from Paul and Dennis (lovemy71camar) in the past. I need to get them all together for another photo shoot!

Thanks again Paul!
WOW! This is an AWESOME RAOK! If I would've gotten it, I probably would've fainted!~:wave:

Jason, message me your address. I would like to send you something.

I am truly honored and very grateful to have been raok'ed from one of HT's fine members.
The members of this board are wonderful and it makes me very proud to say I hang with you guys.

To my raok sender...I thank you! these olds have a permanent home in my collection.

To all...Sorry I don't have a camera for pics.This very generous member has sent 2 very cool oldsmobiles,both white lightnings.

Muscle Cars 2007 box set 1968 olds 442 pearl white body and white interior
http://www.jlcollector.com/2007/mc10box0703.jpg (http://www.jlcollector.com/956.html)
Cladssic Gold 2 release 5 1972 olds 442 white rims and white lightning tires
http://www.jlcollector.com/classic/cg72442blue.jpg (http://www.jlcollector.com/481.html)

Thanks to JL Collector for use of the pics.

:woohoo:

:wave:

I received this SEMA Mustang from WLPaul today it was included with a purchase I made from him.THANKS PAUL:thumbsup: RW:wave:

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z49/bigjbigj/WLPAUL%20Raok/sema-1.jpg

I'm glad you didn't have this one! You are welcome!

Wow, RAOK day has proven to be a very generous day indeed. I know it has already been said, but this was a fine suggestion Gerald. It always does my heart good to see how the members of this board and fellow hobbiests interact and share the joy of collecting these little cars.

I would like to say a personal thank you to all who participated. In these days of product shortage, it has been an excellent reminder of why we are all here.

So, Nick, You liked the box?! I'm so glad you do...sorry it was so late, but then there was a ROAK Day, and there you go! You are most welcome.

If I find any more 18's they'll be headed your way!

I received 2 RAOK boxes !!
First off was a Cars Chase Fred from Adrian (Plankowner) and that was followed by a Car D'Lane Chevelle from Brock(NWovalfan):thumbsup::thumbsup:
Thanks guys you made my day!!! I didn't have either of them!!
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i175/Woody68RS/brockraok.jpg
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i175/Woody68RS/adrianraok.jpg

Nice number, BTW, Nick. I was attempting to collect cars with 9 or 99 (or any series of nines in sequence) on them for a while, without a great deal of success. You, yourself gave me a number 9 on the Rock-n-Roll wagon you designed for Johnny Jam. I came in very close at CARnival, getting number 8 of the New England contingent's BWF '69 Camaro. I wonder if the next gathering will get me a number 7 and continue the countdown, or get back on track with another 9?

I got a box from none other than Gerald:thumbsup:
he sent the 2 cars I was missing from Autofest , the Wenger car and the Custom contest car
THANKS AGAIN "G"
Bill

Wow I am stunned! I was trying to trade for a Lightning Fest Viper but since I don't have much for trade bait it didn't work out. I am short on the $ front so I was going to have to hold out and pick one up later.

To my suprise I received one in the mail and it was from the person I tried to trade it from. Thanks Very Much Cal I really do appreciate it!

Well alright! Seems tn be this was a great idea. Hope everyone is happy!

22 is my number!

Hi All,

Well I want to say THANK YOU to John (Prayingmantis) for a wonderful RAOK for my Mustang collection. John sent a beautiful black nickel plated JL Mustang and display for it.

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l182/WisMach1/Misc002.jpg

Thanks again John. Sorry it took me a few days to post a picture. Have a great Friday and weekend all.

Scott

I got a great BWF from ECchopper...Hot August Nights '49 Merc. I'm scratching one more JL BWF off my list. Thanks, Rob, this is a sweet car for sure :thumbsup:

I'll post pics when I can. It's been a busy week, and next week looks to be the same. But a new BWF to add to the collection has been a bright spot in a hectic week :wave:

Glad to have brightened your day a little, Robert. Wished it could have been more.

I've received two boxes, one from Streaker with some vintage things he picked up at a Antique store (Mustang, A red plastic car from that looks like a 40s sedan, and a Tootsietoy Mercedes), a Playboy car I didn't have and a Green Light Club Cuda, very sweet, thanks Carl.

The other was from Sheffer Enterprises, I'm not sure who that is, but it had three cars in it, one Cuda Zinger I didnt have, a Ford Panel Van (the flat black one), and a one Gold series car in it (can't remember the make). Didn't have that one either, great box. Thanks.

Looks like a succesful campaign.

Gerald

First, I'll post a pic of the RAOK I got from ECchopper:

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg47/DadsCoronet/DSC01787.jpg
Thanks again, Rob!:wave:

Lucky me, I received a second RAOK.:hat: This one came from NWovalfan

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg47/DadsCoronet/DSC01790.jpg

The Vette is a WL from the Road Trip box set.:thumbsup: The Nomad is from TriChevy/3 with a wheel swap.:cool: Thanks again, Brock!:wave:

Sorry to have to post this, but I feel is must be heard.

A hobbytalk member received an e-mail from another member which blasted that member for not sending a package and other things. Now here's the kicker, he did send a package (and a darn good one) which has not reached it's destination yet. This really bothers me, as there was no requirement for anyone to participate. I do not know the user name of the person that sent the e-mail but I will say this....Shame on you, Shame on you. You have just taken some of my enjoyment away from this event.

Gerald

I haven't had word that my package showed at it's destination either, but not worried about it just yet. It was in the form of an order, so was not actually sent from the shipper in a manner that would get it there at the same time as those who shipped personal packages. Probably the person will now figure who sent the package when it arrives, but I guess that's a moot point anyway.

I have not heard that mine was received yet either, but it had a loooong way to go from NY to where it's destination was. I did send it priority so I hope it gets there soon :(

Gerald, don't let one jerk spoil a great thing like this! Don't let that user take ANY enjoyment from you because this was indeed a great idea, and I want to thank you for putting it all together. :wave:

Mine is still on my desk at work I just got the address I was looking for today. It will be going out. I feel it is the RAOK not necessarly the day it was sent. Remember people we are the hobby. It is what we make it.

Gerald, don't let one jerk spoil a great thing like this! Don't let that user take ANY enjoyment from you because this was indeed a great idea, and I want to thank you for putting it all together. :wave:

AMEN! Spoken well!

I guess mine hasn't gotten there either......

:wave: Mine has not got there, thought it would by now:confused:
SO, I guess it will get there when it gets there :thumbsup:

I received a nice selection of Mustang's, Firebird's and Camaro's from another member. He even included a couple loose Wl's. Thanks

Sorry to have to post this, but I feel is must be heard.

A hobbytalk member received an e-mail from another member which blasted that member for not sending a package and other things. Now here's the kicker, he did send a package (and a darn good one) which has not reached it's destination yet. This really bothers me, as there was no requirement for anyone to participate. I do not know the user name of the person that sent the e-mail but I will say this....Shame on you, Shame on you. You have just taken some of my enjoyment away from this event.

Gerald

Ditto to that. A RAok is a quote "act of kindness" so its optional. Just be patient!~:wave:

lets get positive! Wheres them pic's mudslinger! I want to know what u got big mutha

Wow I am stunned! I was trying to trade for a Lightning Fest Viper but since I don't have much for trade bait it didn't work out. I am short on the $ front so I was going to have to hold out and pick one up later.

To my suprise I received one in the mail and it was from the person I tried to trade it from. Thanks Very Much Cal I really do appreciate it!

No problem man, you seemed to really really want one and the timing was perfect.

lets get positive! Wheres them pic's mudslinger! I want to know what u got big mutha


I got lots of stuff!

First someone knows I like Jeeps, I guess someone is missing an emblem, lol.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/026.jpg

and black with flames...

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/028.jpg

a white with flames....

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/030.jpg

for you mustang guys...

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/029.jpg

a bunch of loose cars...

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/025-1.jpg

how bout some vintage stuff...

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/024.jpg

and then theres this, lol...

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/MudSlinger_Pics/Johnny%20Lightnings/032-1.jpg

Thanks so much to my raoker, you made my day!

Wow MudSlinger, what a haul! Cool stuff. Bologna bubble gum. Thats variety for ya!

Wow MudSlinger, what a haul! Cool stuff. Bologna bubble gum. Thats variety for ya!

Yeah, I laughed when I saw that in the box. Definitely some nice cars in there too :D

Nice haul, Joe!:thumbsup:
Now don't forget to "Blow your Lunch" with that bubble gum!:lol:

I think that bubble gum should get a prize for the RAOK of the year :thumbsup:

Who sent that anyway? Good sense of humor there.