Ripon emergency vehicle show October 7th!

[David]

The annual Ripon emergency vehicle show will be Saturday, October 7th. :smile: It's one of the best. I will post more info as I get it.

I went last year, and it was great. There were a good deal of CHP cars from the 60s and 70s, and some Mustangs. :cool:

[WannaBeaChippie]

How was it, I'm interested in going, when did it start, and how long did it last...?

[David]

It's starts in the early/mid morning. I believe the awards ceremony is around 2pm and things kind of wind down after that.

The show was awesome. Tons of great cop cars, mostly from the 50s/60s/70s with some from as early as the 40s. There were some from the 80s as well. There were also some brand new vehicles on display from various surrounding agencies that were currently in service.

I didn't participate in the show, but I could have. I have a ex CHP 2000 Ford CVPI :cool:

[chico.medic]

Where is Ripon at? Is this mostly a LE show or is it LE, Fire & Medical?

[David]

Where is Ripon at? Is this mostly a LE show or is it LE, Fire & Medical? Ripon is near highway 99 between Stockton and Modesto.

The show has fire, medic, LE, and military stuff.

[E433035]

You can browse photos of previous Ripon (and many other EV) shows here:

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/miscellaneous_photo/car_shows/

Good pictures of last year's show here also:

http://www.rocknrod.com/rleccs05/index.htm

The show starts early at 8am, the code 3 parade is at about noon and things are pretty well wrapped up by 2 or 3pm. There is also a cruise from Ripon's community center to the Sonic drive-in at 6pm the night before.

[SB 405]

I looked at all the photos and these two get my vote as the most classic.

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/miscellaneous_photo/car_shows/ripon_2005_-_volume_1/543_4302.html

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/miscellaneous_photo/car_shows/ripon_2005_-_volume_1/543_4304.html

Who drove these?

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/contributions_by_state/alabama_through_georgia/california/bergmann003.html

[E433035]

I looked at all the photos and these two get my vote as the most classic.

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/miscellaneous_photo/car_shows/ripon_2005_-_volume_1/543_4302.html

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/miscellaneous_photo/car_shows/ripon_2005_-_volume_1/543_4304.html
The Dodge is a 1961 Polara, only the second year for 4-door model purchases and this one is owned by a retired CHP officer. The '67 Olds Delmont 88 with the "Apprehender" police package looked good on paper but failed to live up to expectations in the field. This restored example is one of the very few that remain.

Who drove these?

http://public.fotki.com/copcardotcom/contributions_by_state/alabama_through_georgia/california/bergmann003.html
In 1979, the CHP began their now famous "Special Purpose Vehicle Study" and this 1979 Plymouth Volare station wagon represented the utility class downsized wagon entry. It was powered by a 318ci 4bbl V-8 and 12 were purchased and tested along with 12 each Chevrolet Malibus, Ford Fairmonts and Z/28 Camaros. The CHP declared the experiement a success as they they learned a great deal about small block, mid-sized patrol-class cars and pony car based pursuit class cars which then lead directly to the decison to spec and purchase the first of their Mustangs in 1982.

[SB 405]

Has the patrol always used the same font and star logo?

[E433035]

Has the patrol always used the same font and star logo?

http://images16.fotki.com/v303/photos/4/438439/1682630/medium_A19-vi.jpg

The door scripts were added in late 1959 and updated with the logo in 1998.

[David]

Here's a link for more info: http://www.cityofripon.org/Community/annual_events.htm

[SB 405]

Okay E433035,you are now the official answer man when it comes to questions about CHP vehicle history.

[E433035]

Okay E433035,you are now the official answer man when it comes to questions about CHP vehicle history.
Ha! I'm a bit knowledgeable but the real experts in this field have probably forgotten more than I know! :biggrin:
Mostly, it helps to just be good at looking things up.

[David]

Well, it looks like I'm going. :cool: Who's gonna be joining me?

[Chp4me]

I will try to attend! It is right in my backyard.:biggrin:

[David]

Well, it looks like I'm going. :cool: Who's gonna be joining me? hmm, so if Ripon is in your back yard, that means you're in Manteca/Lathrop?

[Chp4me]

Well, it looks like I'm going. :cool: Who's gonna be joining me? hmm, so if Ripon is in your back yard, that means you're in Manteca/Lathrop?

Even closer! ;)

[E433035]

I'll be there with my CHP Mustang. The show field is shaping up nicely judging by this early preview of just the pre-registered show entries received as of last week:

1. Clayton Police 1971 Plymouth Satellite
2. CHP 1967 Oldsmobile Delmont 88
3. CHP 1965 Dodge Polara
4. Unmarked 1989 Ford Mustang
5. South Lake Tahoe Police 1959 Chevrolet Panel
6. South Lake Tahoe Police 2006 Chevrolet Impala
7. Generic marked 1973 Dodge Polara
8. CHP 1982 Ford Mustang
9. Menlo Park Police 1968 Ford Custom 500
10. Unmarked 1963 Dodge 880
11. CHP 1969 Harley ? Davidson
12. Unmarked 2005 Ford Mustang
13. LAPD 1991 Harley ? Davidson
14. Unmarked 1963 Dodge 330
15. Palo Alto Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
16. Atherton Police 1966 Ford Mustang
17. Generic Ambulance 1977 Cadillac
18. Alabama State Police 1972 AMC Javelin
19. Nevada Highway Patrol 1990 Ford Mustang
20. Jackson Police 1966 Plymouth Belvedere I
21. CHP 1992 Chevrolet Camaro B4C
22. Fremont Police 1958 Chevrolet Del Rey
23. Brinks Security 1946 International Armored Car
24. Encinitas Fire Dept 1985 Dodge Diplomat
25. Menlo Park Police 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
26. Menlo Park Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (slick top)
27. San Francisco Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
28. San Francisco County Sheriff 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
29. CHP 1964 Dodge 880
30. Walnut Creek Police 1971 Plymouth Fury I
31. Walnut Creek Police 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
32. San Carlos Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
33. Morgan Hill Police 1967 Oldsmobile Delmont 88
34. Morgan Hill Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
35. Ripon Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
36. Ripon Police 1999 Ford Mustang
37. Ripon Police 2006 Ford Mustang GT
38. County Sheriff 1966 Ford Custom
39. CHP 1961 Dodge Polara
40. Saber Police 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe
41. Saber Police 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
42. Santa Clara County Sheriff 2000 Kawasaki
43. Menlo Park Police 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (unmarked)
44. Menlo Park Police 2000 Ford Taurus
45. Menlo Park Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (supervisor)
46. Dragnet 1967 Ford Fairlane 500
47. Unmarked 1973 AMC Matador Wagon
48. CHP 1969 Dodge Polara
49. Unmarked 1996 Ford Mustang
50. Hawthorne Police 1956 Chevrolet 210
51. Hawthorne Police 1998 Ford Expedition
52. Santa Clara County Sheriff 1971 Dodge Polara
53. CHP 1988 Ford Mustang :cool:
54. Santa Clara County Sheriff 1979 Kawasaki
55. CHP 1962 Chrysler Enforcer
56. Ripon Police 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe K9
57. Menlo Park Police 2004 Ford Crown Victoria K9
58. Citrus Heights Police 2004 Ford Econoline Crime Scene Inv
59. Citrus Heights Police 2004 Ford Ranger
60. Citrus Heights Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
61. Citrus Heights Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (supervisor)
62. Ripon Police 1991 Ford Crown Victoria
63. Ripon Police 2007 Dodge Charger
64. Ripon Police 2004 Dodge Ram
65. Oakland Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
66. Alameda County Sheriff 2004 Harley ? Davidson
67. Alameda County Sheriff 2004 Harley ? Davidson
68. Alameda County Sheriff 2004 Harley ? Davidson
69. Alameda County Sheriff 2004 Harley ? Davidson
70. ?Highway Patrol TV? 1955 Buick Century
71. CHP 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
72. Generic Fire 1960 Ford Utility
73. Ripon Police 2006 GEM
74. Redondo Beach Police 1987 Mazda RX-7 Dragster
75. Pacifica Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
76. Broadmoor Police 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
77. Modesto Police Swat Mobile Command Post
78. CHP 1992 Chevrolet Camaro B4C
79. Clayton Police 2006 Ford Crown Victoria

There will be a separate indoor police collectables show going on at the site as well as the car show featuring some of the finest in-service and restored police and emergency vehicles on the west coast. On Friday evening, October 6th, there will also be a cruise from the show site to the Sonic Drive-In plus the awesome code 3 parade thru the heart of Ripon at noon on Saturday. C'mon on out everybody, except for the collectable show, it's all free!

[David]

Sounds good. :cool:

[E433035]

The pre-registered show field is now up to 92 cars! Here's five that are coming from one collection that includes some exceedingly rare restored CHP units:

http://images17.fotki.com/v349/photos/4/438439/1682630/IMG_1163vi-vi.jpg

Should be a great show, shaping up to be one of the best. C'mon on out!

[cal911gal]

Unless I somehow missed it, can you give us directions to the event? I looked on the Ripon site listed, which didn't say much at all.

Gracias~

[David]

Unless I somehow missed it, can you give us directions to the event? I looked on the Ripon site listed, which didn't say much at all.

Gracias~ PM sent.

[E433035]

Well, I'm ready to go......

http://images18.fotki.com/v87/photos/4/438439/1969681/P1010534-vi.jpg

See all you fellow attendees at Ripon tomorrow! :cool:

[WannaBeaChippie]

:cry: I wish I could goooo....:rolleyes: I'm just kidding. Take pictures for me will ya David...? Have fun...I'm sure it will be kewl:cool:

[David]

See ya there! :cool:

I'll be the guy wearing boots, tan pants, a blue shirt, and a USS Hornet CV-12 hat.

[bbsbase]

Hello,
I like to have more information about the as 11. registered CHP 1969 Harley-Davidson. Anyone can help to get in contact with the owner?