Gearhead Gazzette Vol 17 Issue 14 Apr 6-12 2017 by Jimmy B

Volume 17: Issue 14

Apr. 6-12 2017

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Vol. 17 Issue 14 Apr 6—12, 2017

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics “Jimmy B” & Butch Pate/P8 Photography Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors “PC Svcs, POR-15, Frantic Ford, Ear Peace, JEEP,

Publisher / Editor Feature Writers Art Director-Designer Photography Web Producer Senior Feature

Advertising Publisher: Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Car Show & Event listings, Cruise Night Listings, Personal FOR SALE/SWAP ads, Car Club Listings are all listed for free. For all other advertising cost & availabilities contact Jim Brandau at 615-3002003 8am—6pm CST or at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com Editorial content is the sole property of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. All information contained in each issue is the sole opinion and comments of the editor. The opinions and comments expressed in this issue do not reflect in any way either written or implied on any of the Sponsors or Advertisers in each issue. No portion of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE maybe reproduced in any form, without written permission from the publisher .All information relating to dates, times and locations of events is only as accurate, as provided to the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. The GEARHEAD GAZZETTE will not be held responsible for any errors in the information provided.

The Fun Starts Here 5 Road Rumblings 6 Southeast Car Shows 8 Midwest Car Shows 16 Western USA Car Show 18 West Coast Car Shows 22 Detroit Autorama 2017 26 “The Basement” 28 Upcoming Car Shows 32-38 Cruise-In’s Across the USA 42-48 For Sale or Swap 51 Cover: Larry Griffeys Great 8 ‘54 Corvette by Jimmy B Contents Page: Cool trim on Larry Griffeys Corvette by Jimmy B gearheagazzette@gmail.com www.gearheadgazzette.com www.facebook.com/gearhead-gazzette twitter@gearheadgazzett Instagram@gearheaddgazzette Send submissions via email or direct mail to GEARHEAD GAZZETTE 2685 Buckner Rd Thompsons Station TN 37179

“ Ya Gotta know where to Go….The FUN Starts Here….”

Personally my longest drives in one of my “hot rods” has been about 4 hours. Wheels on the road, hitting bugs and getting wet in the rain driving. Loved every minute of the multiple trips done.

Have you ever taken a road trip to an event with your hot rod, muscle car, or cool truck? I am not talking about driving across town to a cruise-in or local car show. I am talking about driving...long distance driving. Just to clarify and not upset anyone, I am talking about DRIVING your cool ride and not HAULING it in a box or on a trailer. I get it...some of our creations can’t always be driven because of how we have built them, and that’s ok as long as you are happy...all that matters.

I bring this up as thru the magic of social media, I am keeping up with a number of friends headed to the Lone Star Round Up in Austin TX this weekend. This one is on my “to do” list along with others. I know work, family and other things impact hitting the road. Got to tell you though...it’s time for me to take a road trip.

If you have done a road trip, have you done it solo, or with a co-pilot, or maybe with some other gearheads in their rides too?

Your welcome to drive along...

Jimmy B.

What was the best part of the trip for you? Tell us! 5

“the fun starts here”….

Road Rumblings….

NEWS Jeep Reveals Seven New Concepts JEEP’s are a BIG part of Hot Rodding. You can find them in just about every part of the country and across the world. The Jeep and Mopar brands have once again teamed up to develop a variety of vehicles that will debut at the April 8-16 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. Easter Jeep Safari is now in its 51st year. An array of production and prototype Jeep Performance Parts were used on this year’s collection of concept vehicles. The Mopar brand is responsible for developing, building and ensuring that all Jeep Performance Parts meet rigorous specifications and with 4x4 capabilities in mind, enabling Jeep owners to further enhance their stock vehicles, according to the company. The 2017 Easter Jeep Safari concept vehicles include: Jeep Grand One—Jeep Safari-Jeep Quicksand Jeep Trailpass - Jeep Switchback—Jeep CJ66 and the Jeep Luminator. Check out http://www.rr4w.com/eventdetails.cfm?eventid=10 to enter or be at the event.

Our friends with the FRANTIC FORD Nitro Funny Car team passed along this info for us to share. Taking care of our hearing is usually one of the last things we do in our shops, if at all. Being they deal with loudness at every race, they have found a product that works to protect them, and they support drag racing too! Costs nothing to read and if you are interested, elsewhere in this issue is a coupon for 20% a purchase.

APR 2017: APR 6-8: PIGEON FORGE TN: PIGEON FORGE ROD RUN CRUISIN’ THE STRIP 2017: Located at LeConte Center. Free spectator parking at the show. Off site tow vehicle and trailer parking for participants. Spring $8,000 Cash giveaway. Pre-register for extra cash. Top 25 awards, Ultimate 5 awards. Exotic car display Spring 2017. Door Prizes. Huge Swap meet. Hundreds of Show Cars and car corral. Registration at www.rodrun-pigeonforge.com or www.corvetteexpo.com and www.etmotorgear.com APR 6-9: CHARLOTTE NC: SPRING CHARLOTTE AUTOFAIR: The Hornets Nest Region, AACA, produces the world famous and much celebrated Charlotte AutoFair Event in April and September each year on the grounds of Charlotte Motor Speedway. These events provide collector car Flea Market Vendor spaces to buy and sell restoration parts and supplies for almost any vehicle ever produced — in addition to Car Corral vehicle spaces on the track oval for buying and selling collector vehicles of all descriptions! The collector car Flea Market includes everything automotive, including memorabilia, vintage signs, tires, wheels, automotive toys, restoration supplies, tools, and classic cars for sale! HNR plans for more than 150,000 Eager Collector Vehicle Buyers and Restorers to attend Charlotte AutoFair! The April event will include about 10,000 assigned spaces and the September event will include about 7,000 assigned spaces. The Hornets Nest Region, AACA, has produced Charlotte AutoFair for more than thirty-five years to thrill auto enthusiasts from all over the world! For more info go to http://www.charlotte-autofair.com/ APR 7: MORRISTOWN TN: FRIDAY PRE-PARTY FOR LAYD OUT AT THE PARK CAR/

TRUCK/MOTORCYCLE SHOW: Come hang out before the show FRIDAY NIGHT at CC BELLE'S shop! Last year we ended up with lowest of the low contest and a neon competiton....FOOD...MUSIC.....FUN. For more info go to www.laydoutatthepark.cnet APR 7-8: JACKSON TN: 25th Annual Bunny Run Car Show: Presented by Jackson Rods & Customs. Located at Fairgrounds Park in Jackson. SWAP meet - TOP 15 Mall Run every hour on Saturday - Dinner on Friday night at 4:30pm. Awards & Drawings on Saturday @5:30pm. Street Rods, Customs & Trucks must be 30 years or older (1987 and back). Grand Prize $500. Registration: Pre-Reg $25.00 / Same Day $30.00. For more info go to www.jacksonrodandcustomcarclub.com 8

APR 2017: APR 7-9: MORRISTOWN TN: LAYD OUT AT THE PARK CAR/TRUCK/MOTORCYCLE SHOW: Located at Cherokee Park. Over 70 classes, $35 Pre-reg, $40 Register day of. For more info: www.laydoutatthepark.net or 865-804-6617 or email laydoutshow@yahoo.com APR 7-9: MEMPHIS TN: 31ST SUPER CHEVY SHOW: Pro show, Jet Cars, Wheelstander,

ProMod, US Southern Shootout, Drag racing, Car & Truck Show, Vendor midway, Swap meet. Largest Chevy enthusiast show 31 years running. Event schedule: Friday 8am-9pm, Saturday 8am-10pm, Sunday 8am-7pm. Friday; $20.00, Saturday $25.00. Sunday $20.00. 3 day only $40.00. For more info: 901-WOW-RACE or www.racemir.com . APR 8: BAXTER TN: GEARHEADS CAR CLUB CRUISE IN: Time of show 5pm-9pm. Main Street. American muscle cars, Hot rods, Modified, Rat Rods, Customs, Classics, and all cars with Attitudes. Puttin the cruise back into cruise in!

APR 8: GULFPORT MS: C/10 ROUND-UP: Located at Harrison County Fairground, County Farm Rd. Show time 9am-3pm. For more info: Facebook @ C10ROUNDUP APR 8: LOUISVILLE KY: 9TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW SEASON KICK-OFF PARTY: Located at Mike Linnig’s Restaurant. No Registration fee’s. Rain or Shine! Noon – 4pm. Hosted by Wilder Than Most Street Machines’s. All cars and clubs welcome! This event is open to all car clubs and car enthusiasts! Come on out for some great food and fun! APR 8: SEVIERVILLE TN: SEVIERVILLE TRUCK JAM: Located at the Smokie Mountain Palace. Gates open at 8am. Dyno competition, Show N Shine. Vendors, Cash prizes, Food and Music. More to Come! APR 8: PELHAM AL: DIXIE VINTAGE ANTIQUE AND CLASSIS CAR SHOW: Show being held at Oak Mountain State Park located at 200 Terrace Rd. Event to Benefit Travelers Aid. Gates Open at 7:AM, Registration Starts at 8:AM, Awards start at 2PM, Cash prizes, Food, Music by DJLarry, Parts Vendors, Car Corral & Top 5 trophies in 4 Classes: Original 1950 and older, Original 51-66, Original 67-86, Rods & Modified. For more Info: Gadams2@bellsouth.net For more info call 205-620-2520 or go to www.alapark.com. Shuttle service for visitors to car show area will be provided. Follow signs. 10

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APR 2017: APR 8: EAST RIDGE TN: BUG-A-PALUZA 19: Located at Camp Jordan. What to expect at the show: Judged VW Show, Huge Swap Meet, Camping, Drive-in-Theater, Games, Contests, Great food and beverages, Lots of free prizes and more to be announced soon! Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served by Ronald McDonald House Volunteers. There will be additional food vending also. For more info: FB Bug-a-Paluza19 APR 8: DECHARD TN: 6th Semi-Annual Pack The Park Family Car, Truck, Tractor and Motorcycle Poker Run: Event location is at John L. Sanders Park (aka Babe Ruth Field), 117 College Street. Show Hours: 10am til Awards at 2pm. *Rain Date, April 22nd. Registration til 12-Noon, dash plaques to the first 75 entered: $15. first vehicle, $10. second. Awards include, TOP-10, Car and Truck Show, People Choice, Specialty Awards, Best of Awards, Several Tractor Categories and Awards. Just to name a few. Registration for the Poker Run at 9am, KSU at 9:30am, Fee's $15. Additional hands, $5. - Riders, $5. Kids Zone, 50/50, Dance Contest, Raffle. Get more show info: 931-308-6977 or 931-691-4604. Vendor info: 931-308-3802. Poker Run info: 615-498-0657 or visit: www.facebook.com/packtheparkdecherdtn/ APR 8: WAYCROSS GA: 39TH ANNUAL APRIL FOOLS RUN: Event runs from 8 a.m until 4 p.m. All models of vehicles are welcome. There will be an awards ceremony and a $10,000 raffle drawing. Other activities that day include vendors (both inside and out), entertainment, and Trucks & Feast for Love the Least. This fundraiser, running in conjunction of April Fool's Rod Run, will give our families more to do - bounce houses, touch-a-truck, and food trucks. The new location in Waycross at the Okefenokee Fairgrounds located at 2451 Knight Ave, puts us back in town, which is very accessible. Tickets will be $7 at the door, granting entry to both events. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/466587256798223/ APR 8: SMYRNA TN: Smyrna Cars and Coffee: Join us for Smyrna Cars and Coffee. This event will run from 8 AM - 11 AM at Bennett's Automotive, located at, 204 Commerce Drive. Smyrna Cars and Coffee is for local car enthusiast to hang out, drink coffee and talk about their passion for cars. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: Smyrna Cars and Coffee. If you have and questions send an email to marketing@bennettsautomotiveonline.net 12

APR 2017: APR 8: MONTGOMERY AL: SEGA 2017 BEGINS IN MONTGOMERY!: The Southeast Gassers Association is proud to return to Montgomery Raceway Park. Come out and witness the largest group of 1960's period gassers in the world racing heads up, wheels up, first to the finish line!!! A, C & all new D/Gas classes. Practice starts at noon. Qualifying at 3pm. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1717383025238757/ APR 8: FRANKLIN KY: Car Show at Providence Baptist Church: Show being held at 7570 Springfield Road. Rain date is April 15th. Featuring Trash & Treasures Yard Sale, tables $5.00, 7am - 2pm. Antique Car Show 9am - Noon. Car Show entry fee $5.00. Horseshoe competition 9am $10.00 entry fee, Rock Tournament 9am $10.00 entry fee, Archery Contest 1pm $5.00 entry fee, Free inflatables, Free horseback rides, Free Easter photo, Free lunch. Easter Egg hunt for kids 6th grade & below. For more info, contact Andy Mers 270-792-8482 APR 8: ELKTON KY: Car / Truck / Motorcycle / Tractor Show: hosted by Todd County High School (Project Graduation 2017). Show to be held at 806 S Main St. Times: 10am - 2pm. Judging starts at 11am with trophies at 1:30pm. Each category to be awarded 1st place trophy. Registration $15.00, Craft space $25.00 with electric and outdoor $15.00. Rain or Shine. For more info, contact Janet Smith 931206-2194. APR 8: LEIPERS FORK TN: VINTAGE TRUCK SHOW: Show is open to 1987 & older trucks. Event benefits the Hillsboro United Methodist Church in Lieper’s Fork. Registration from 9am till noon, People’s Choice TOP TEN Awards at 3pm. $20 entry

fee per vehicle. The show will be held near Puckett’s of Lieper’s Fork (4142 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN 37064) at Pow Wow Field, located at the corner of Old Hillsboro Road & Floyd Road. Free for spectators. For more info: liepersforktruckshow@gmail.com APR 8: NASHVILLE TN: MUSIC CITY 200: Located at The Nashville Fairgrounds. ARCA returns to Fairgrounds Speedway. Racing doubleheader. Top super late model stars. Nation’s top drivers. Saturday Racing 5:45 PM Green. Advance ticket $25 ($5 off). For more info: 615-470-5214 or 217-764-3200 or www.trackenterprises.com or www.thefairgounds.com. 14

APR 2017: APR 9: GREENVILLE SC: SPRING DUST OFF: Spring is coming, so dust off them classics and get ready for the Second Annual Spring Dust Off Classic Car Show. This will be a pre 1972, kustom classic car show. Special consideration upon request. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Cops on the court, a youth outreach program that Officer Jacobs was a part of, and a portion will be donated to the family of Officer Jacobs. Pin up contest sponsored by Wild Hare Parlour, proceeds donated to

the Greenville Humane Society, silent auction, live music from The Note Ropers, The Grave Rollers The Van Dangs and of course Chunx. Good food, good times and of course a few trophies. Hope to see you there. Located at 738 Wade Hampton Blvd. Runs from 11am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6pm. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1369115489828869/ APR 9: HUNTSVILLE AL: Huntsville Customs March of Dimes Car Show: Hosted by Huntsville Customs. Event being held at the Bojangles Restaurant located at 7049 Hwy 72 in West Huntsville. We're excited to start our season of shows with a great

charity fundraiser for march of dimes! We will charge five dollars per car and yes, 100% of proceeds are to the charity but we will also be taking any donations, after all it is all about helping out! We will also be awarding trophies for the top three rides at the show! So please come have a blast with tons of amazing people with awesome rides and some great food! We can't wait to see everyone! And as always invite all of your friends and family because every bit helps out! SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1467248729954288/

APR 2017: APR 7-9: ELKHART IN: 2017 60th ANNIVERSARY ISCA CAVALCADE OF WHEELS AUTO SHOW: Join us in celebrating 60 years of presenting the finest car shows. Located at 21565 Executive Parkway. Coachmen Auto Club and the Elkhart RV/MH Hall of Fame are presenting this show. Bringing you the best in classic, antique, and premier vehicles within 150 miles. Great Family Fun! Adult $10, Under 12 Free! Includes admission to the Museum. All cars will be judged by an ISCA official judge. Trophies and cash awards. Apply early, limited space. Easy online application. For more info: www.coachmenautoclub.com

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APR 2017: APR 9: EVANSVILLE IN: Cruise-In for EasterSeals: Show hosted by E’ville Iron Street Rod Club. Being held at Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, 3701 Bellemeade Ave. Times: 12pm - 4pm. Welcome Street Rods, Classics & Street Machines. Music, Prizes, Kids Games, Food & Fun in conjunction with the Easter seals Telethon LIVE on WEHT Local 12pm-6pm. More info, 812-477-3225

APR 2017: APR 6: AUSTIN TX: MEATHEADS LONE STAR ROUND UP Kickoff BBQ!: Event located at Old Beyersville Hall, FM 619 at CR 448, Taylor TX. Hot Rods, Customs, and a Half a ton of Meat! Try the Sausage! Show time noon until 4pm. APR 6-8: AUSTIN TX: TOP NOTCH HAMBURGERS HOT ROD NIGHTS ROUNDUP WEEKEND: Located at 7525 Burnet Rd. Movies, Music, Rods! Music starts at 6:30, Movies at dusk. Thursday: Myles and the Longshots, screening Hot Rods to Hell. Fri-

day: Rollercoaster 6:30, Rick Broussards Two Hoots and a Hollar 7:30, screening Fireball 500. Saturday: Don Landy 6:30, The Octanes 7:30 screening The Wild Ride. APR 7: MANCHACA TX: GIT DOWN AT SLOW POKE’S: Event located at address 737 F.M. 1626. Show time: 6pm to 11pm. $10 cover. Live music. Kickoff party for the The Lonestar Roundup. APR 7: AUSTIN TX: AUSTIN SPEED SHOP OPEN HOUSE WITH HOP UP MAGAZINE: Event being held at the Austin Speed Shop located at 3507 Chapman Lane. Featuring DJ Coop! APR 7-8: AUSTIN TX: 16TH ANNUAL LONE STAR ROUND UP: It's Round Up time in Texas – hot rods and custom cars gather here from every corner of the country to create something special. A sprawling weekend-long celebration of hot rods and custom cars for the people who build them, drive them, the music, art, history and creativity inspired by and created around them. Held at the Travis County Expo Center on Friday and Saturday. BBQs, open house parties, and cruise nights spread out all around Austin. Its a unique home-grown experience, and one we hope you will join us for and share with others. Go to http://lonestarroundup.com/ for more info 18

APR 2017: APR 7-9: OKLAHOMA CITY OK: NSRA SOUTHWEST STREET ROD NATIONALS: Located at State Fair Park. Open to all vehicles 30 years old or older. For more info: 901-452 -4030 or www.NSRA-USA.com APR 8: BENTON AR: MOPAR MANIA 2017: Event is being held at Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram located at 7800 Alcoa Rd. Mopar Only Car Show!! New and Old, come join in on the fun!! Friday Night, April 7th, will be Friday Night Lights!! 7pm10pm (Top 5 Awards given on Saturday). For more info go to www.moparmania.net APR 8: CEDAR RAPIDS IA: 43RD ANNUAL HAWK A MODEL A FORD CLUB SWAP MEET: Located at Hawkeye Downs Fairgrounds, Hwy 30 & 6th St SW. Show time: 8am-6pm. New & Used Antique & Classic Auto Parts and Related products/materials Welcome. Public admission $5 16 and under free. Parts pick-up on Vendor Grounds allowed after 11:30 AM courtesy Parts & People shuttle on vendor grounds. Vendor set up 6am Saturday. Outdoor vending $25 at the gate, spaces approx. 12x30’, car corral $25 per car. No towed or trailered vehicles. No parts vending. Inside reservations contact 319-654-4862, inside paces approx. 10x20’ $45. Prior inside vendors have to reserve by March 1 or risk losing their location. No refunds, rain or shine. No pets allowed on vendor grounds. Hawkeye Downs has food and electrical vending rights. 3 or 4 wheeled electric personal scooters are allowed. For more info: www.hawkamodelaclub.org or 319-393-3626. APR 8: AUSTIN TX: AUSTIN SPEED SHOP SHINDIG: Going to be a good time with the HI-LO Tones, The Last Knife Fighter and Bobby Marlar playing live. Event being held

at the Austin Speed Shop located at 3507 Chapman Lane. APR 9: RICHARDSON TX: 12TH ANNUAL SPRING FLING CLASSIC CHEVY SHOW: 55-57 Chevy Show. This is a show for all Tri-Five Chevy cars, trucks and corvettes. Show runs from 1-4pm. Show being held at RELIABLE CHEVROLET located at Arapaho @ Central. No formal judging – Favorite Picksby Club Sponsor. No entry fees. Food Trucks. Lots of Door Prizes. Live oldies music by the Route 66 Band. Over 100 TriFives at the 2016 Show. Biggest exclusive 55-57 Chevy Show in Texas. Drivers, Show cars or race cars are all welcome. For more info go to

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APR 2017: APR 9: AUSTIN TX: Mercury Charlie’s Hot Rods & Honeys. Show starts at 2pm. Live Music. Bring your hot rod and motorcycles. Continental Graffiti @ 2:30, Patricia Vonne @ 4. BYOB-Tips for the bands appreciated. Event located at Mercury Charlie’s Shop at 9914 Hwy 290 W.

APR 2017: APR 8: CHINO CA: 15TH ANNUAL CORN FEED RUN CAR SHOW & CRUISE: Kiwanis club of Chino and City of Chino proudly present the Corn Feed Run & Cruise. Show hours: 8am-3pm, Rain or Shine. Registration opens @7am- preregistration entry $25 includes free T-shirt by April 1st. Registration at event $30. Big Rigs welcome. 50/50 drawing, open Header contest 1-2 pm. Music / Food / Drawing / Trophies all day long. Open to all pre-1976 cars & all motorcycles. Awesome trophies, free T -shirt with all registered vehicles. Raffles all day. Great tunes with DJ Gary. Parking for participant at Chino city hall lawn & surrounding area streets. For more info: 909 -591-4162 or cornfeedrun@aol.com or nickcfr20@gmail.com or www.chinokiwanis.com or FB APR 8-9: VAN NUYS CA: SPRING FLING 31: Located at Woodley Park. All Mopar Show and Parts exchange. There is an all day Mopar Track day experience April 6 @ Willow Springs Raceway. More info for this: www.cpwclub.com. Saturday night cruise in at Bob’s in Northridge. The swap meet at Woodley Park-set up 7am-10am. Show car parking 7am-10am, vehicle entry gates close at 10am sharp. $45 fee for 20x20

space. Pre-registration must be postmarked by April 1. No confirmations will be mailed. $20 car entry Saturday only, $20 car entry Sunday only, $40 car entry both days. One registration form per vehicle entered. All entrants must remain parked until 1pm. No parking on dirt areas along Woodley Ave. Optional online payment available @ www.cpwclub.com: Saturday show and shine, huge manufactures midway, food court, dash plaques (1st 400 show cars), free to all spectators, trailer parking, Sunday Judges show, Trophies in 43 judged classes. Largest Mopar show and parts exchange west of the Mississippi. Web site with fliers, hotels, maps, past show pictures, FAQ: www.cpwclub.com or 818-759-1779. 22

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APR 2017: APR 9: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PO SWAP MEET: This outdoor event has become world renowned for its content of antique, vintage, classic, and high performance cars and parts for sale at bargain prices. The swap meet is a must visit for hot rod, muscle car, street rod, classic car and truck enthusiasts. The Long Beach Swap Meet has been featured on such television shows as Monster Garage, Popular

Hot Rodding TV, and NHRA Drag Racing Today. HOURS: 6 am to 1 pm. ADMISSION: Spectators $9 per person. PARKING: Free general parking. For more info or to be a vendor go to www.longbeachhiposwapmeet.com or call 800-762-9785 APR 9: RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA: 9TH ANNUAL CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE SHOW: Located at 5885 Haven Ave. 100% profit go to student education. Free to spectators. Pre-registration is $20. This includes entry for one vehicle, a gift bag, and one free meal (while supplies last). Gates open at 7am show starts at 10am-2pm. Awards will be at 1:30pm. 1 & 2nd place trophies & Plaques-food and refreshments. No Multiple

Category Wins, exception for car club choice and presidents choice awards. For more info: sherm.taylor@chaffey.edu APR 9: STOCKTON CA: STOCKTON CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: Located at San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. $8 admission Kids 12 & under free, 100’s of sellers, 1000’s of buyers. Come see some of the best Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Rat Rods, VWs, Lowriders, Original Classic cars, & Trucks competing for over 20 trophies! Car show entry fee $15, Dash Plaques given to first 100 show entries. Swap meet spaces 20 x 20 on lawn or pavement. $20 each pre-paid or $25 each at the gate (Day of the show). Overnight setup and camp out Saturday, 2p0m-8pm. Overnight security provided. Hug Model Car Show in building #2. Huge Bicycle show October. Huge collectible show, Valley Con May Show, Huge Rust & Shine Show July show. For more info: 209948-5307.

Story—Photo’s by Jimmy B

When you say Detroit AUTORAMA… most folks think RIDLER AWARD. For good reason too, as the RIDLER AWARD is a very important award in this thing we call “hot rodding”. But the Detroit Autorama is a whole lot more than the RIDLER Award. Take a look on these pages and you will

The Cavalcade of Customs display has always got some killer rides on display. Having been many years in a row, we can tell you the display is always fresh and never repeated.

see what we mean. The AUTORAMA takes up both floors of COBO hall. The place is filled from wall to wall with some of the finest hot rods, muscle cars, customs, race cars (both drag racing and other forms of auto racing too), from across the USA. Being it is Detroit, the muscle car turnout is especially great with all of the greats represented and even some of those that only lasted a few years.

A great array of different manufacturers and vendors are located all over the hall, for everyone to check out their latest offerings and get questions answered. Being this is their backyard, The Detroit 3, GM, FORD & Chrysler all have displays on hand for show goer’s to checkout and enjoy. 26

Also going on during the show is a GIANT TOY Show, the Pinstripers Bash for Charity, and the TV/MOVIE Celebrities on hand to meet and greet their fans. This year it was DUKES weekend with Barbara Bach — Daisy Duke and Tom Wopat — Luke Duke on hand for the eager fans. The AUTORAMA kicked off on Friday with a special exhibit of a replica of the GENERAL LEE from the Dukes of Hazard doing a “jump’ out in front of COBO Hall! It was pretty wild to say the least.!

One of our favorite places/parts of the Detroit Autorama is the AUTORAMA EXTREME, located in the lower level of COBO

Hall, loving referred to by the participants there as “The Basement”.

This is where the traditional hot rods, customs, rat rods and vintage motorcycles hang out and have a good time. Very few entries have stanchions around them and in most cases it’s an outdoor show with a roof over it. Hot Rodders hanging out and just having a great time. Rock-A-Billy music playing , Tradtional lifestyle vendors and all those great artists showing their talent...a GOOD TIME FOR SURE!

The 2017 Detroit Autorama is in the books. Cool cars, a great time and all this cool people. We’re booked for next year already, because it’s that much fun. 28

One event/feature of the show that we really like and think a lot of, is one Friday, prior to the show actually opening, students from various high schools and trade schools get in early to see the show. Prior to being allowed in to the show itself, there is a meeting/overview session that they all attend. This year, David Barran who is President of the ASBE Foundation was the featured speaker. We spent some time with David prior to his talking to the students. David has a real passion for sharing knowledge and getting young men and women involved into our passion. He talks to them about the many possible careers there are available if you work hard at it. Nothing comes easy but the rewards are many! We give David an A+ for taking the time to help grow hot rodding in the Detroit Area. If you are interested in getting involved or would like more info about the ASBE Foundation contact David at 810-459-0310 or e-mail him at dbarran@asbeFound.org 29

One very cool part of the Detroit Autorama, is all the cool cars with great history that come out each. We’re sharing a couple here for you to enjoy. Dave Jenkins is the original owner of this ‘57 Chevy that had work done by a number od Detroit Customizers, including the legendary “A-Bros” (Alexander Bros). So cool to see it today, with it’s spot on restoration to it’s 1961 trim. COOL! The other car is Al Bergler’s Dragster which carries the honor of being RIDLER WINNER #1!.

APR 2017: APR 15: BRENTWOOD TN: 16th Annual KARS4KIDS Show: All proceeds from the show benefit the Children's Summer Activities Program at the Brentwood campus. Registration is from 8 am till noon, the entry fee is $20 per vehicle, and all cars, trucks,and motorcycles are invited to attend. TOP 50 and other Special Awards will be presented at 3:30 pm. Food will be available, and a silent auction

will be held. Presented in part by The Music City AACA. For more show info and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Paul Collins at 615-642-5822 or pcollins@sullivanengineering.com APR 15: CHATTANOOGA TN: RIVERSIDE CHATTANOOGA SPRING MEET II: Event being held at First Tennessee Pavilion located at 1826 Reggie White Blvd in downtown Chattanooga. Brought to you by Riverside Chattanooga. ** Vehicle registration is open! ** Register here: https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/register/vehicles/ Registration closure date

tba. Watch https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/ for more info. SOUTHRNFRESH "Welcome to Chattanooga!" Official pre-meet event page: https:// www.facebook.com/events/1411605695530988/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/riversidechattanooga/ contact@riversidechattanooga.com or got to https:// www.riversidechattanooga.com/ APR 15: NEW CASTLE KY: KARS FOR KIDS CHARITY CAR, TRUCK, AND BIKE SHOW: Located at the Henry County High School, 1120 Eminence Rd. Registration starts at 9am, show starts at 10, awards at 4pm. Awards re top 10, Best in Show, Best Interior, Best Engine, and Kids choice. First 50 cars get dash plaques and goodie bags. Door prizes, great food, music, event donations will go towards Kosair Charities and the Henry County High school Senior Classâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s project graduation. Come out and have a great time! For more info: 502-715-2011.

APR 2017: APR 15: KNOXVILLE TN: 16th Annual Halls Crossroads Car Show: Event being held at Food City Parking Lot - Rain or Shine - 7202 Maynardsville Hwy. Registration open to ALL vehicles including: Sports, Exotics, Antique, Hot Rod, Custom, Truck & Motorcycles. Registration 9am – Noon. Judging begins at Noon & Awards at 4pm. PreRegistration Fee $20.00 (by March 30th) - Same day of show $25.00. Each paid

participant receives a Goody Bag with an event T shirt and 5 tickets for the door prize drawings held throughout the day. For more info go to http://hallsband.org/ carshow/ APR 15: WHITE HOUSE TN: C10 CLUB TENNESSEE 2ND ANNUAL PRE-SHOW SEASON GET TOGETHER: This is the makeup date due to weather. Located at 3414 Pleasant Grove Rd, Bullock’s Body Werks. Show starts 10-2. APR 15: ROEBUCK SC: THE SHOW IN THE HOLE: Located at 5947 Hwy 221. Top 10 Classic, Top 10 Modern, 5 Specialty awards. Show time 11am-3pm. 100% proceeds

go to benefit The Optimist Club. Donations accepted as form of entry. For more info: www.hotrodsandhappyhour.com

APR 2017: APR 16: MORRIS IL: “Junk in the Trunk": Set up time for the vendors is 8:30am and the sale runs from 10am-4pm. The location for the "Morris - JITT" is "100 Commercial Drive" which is located behind the Route 47 Walgreens Store in Morris. JITT is an open air flea market which takes place out of the back of the vendor’s truck, car,

pickup, van, trailer, SUV, etc. There is a $10 donation for each spot which will be given to charity. No clothing, mass produced imported items, private businesses or commercial vendors are allowed. Antiques, collectibles, tools, household items, crafts, and home-made items are accepted. It is time to clean out your attics, garages, basements and sheds and find new homes for those unwanted items. Help our environment and keep unwanted things out of the landfills. This is and has been a fun event for all. All participants do so at their own risk. If you have not been to a JITT event yet, you do not know what you are missing. Admission is free to the public. 34

APR 2017: APR 13-16: LAS VEGAS NV: VIVA LAS VEGAS ROCKABILLY WEEKEND: Located at The Orleans Hotel, 4500 W Tropicana Ave. Over 800 pre 1964 cars, 120 vendors, First 500 cars & drivers get in free! There will be live bands on Saturday. Brenda Lee, Reverend Horton Heat, Lee Rocker, James Intveld, Los Strait Jackets plus the 24 th street Wailers, The Terrorsaurs and meet Dita Von Teese. For more info:

www.vivalasvegas.net APR 15: LAS VEGAS NV: AUTO SWAP MEET AND CAR SHOW: Located at the Sam Boyd Stadium. For more info: www.lvautoswapmeet.com APR 15: SPRINGFIELD MO: 4TH ANNUAL SOUTHWEST MO HOT ROD HUNDRED RELIABILITY RUN: Run departs 9am SHARP! The run will be leaving the Springfield Metro area, and will include sections of Route 66, rural 2 land highways, and more potential bathroom locations than last year’s route! Starting location is still yet to be determined but will be made available at: http://www.hotrodhundred.com/sw-

missouri.html Registration is $30. For those who register before March 31, there will be an event T-shirt and lunch provided. You can register the morning of the event, between 7:15 & 8:30, but you won’t get a shirt that we’ll still feed ya), and where’s the coolness in that? Early registration cut-off date is March 31. The Hot Rod Hundred is designed to bring back something that has been missing for the last few decades…driving. The HRH is a 100+ mile long trek along the forgotten 2 land highways, mainly for Pre-64 Hot Rods and customs. There will be plenty of places to stop for photos and to stretch out your legs and to swap stories. This year Chad Morley, at Hotshoe Hot Rods, will be providing an “open house and shop tour”

at our half way point. For more info: email Bret@StreetRodder.net

APR 2017: APR 15: PALM DESERT CA: 2017 HOT DESERT MOPARS INFORMAL MOPAR MEETS: Located at Desert Crossing, Hwy 111. 6pm-8pm. Any year Mopar, Any Mopar enthusiast, Any car, We Welcome all! Fun Education, History, Friendship. Schedule runs to be announced—via email primarily. Dates and time are subject to change. Receive exact dates, times & locations via email, website, or phone. Additional in

2017: Spring Festival of LX’s, Irvine, CA March 18. *Spring Festival is exclusive to modern Challengers, Chargers, Magnums & 300’s only. Spring Fling Speed Festival XI, Willow Springs Raceway, Rosamond, CA: April 6. Spring Fling 31th Anniversary, Van Nuys, CA: April 8-9—Muscle Cars at the strip, Las Vegas, NV: April 21-23 Inland Mopars’ Mopars In May Car Show, Riverside, CA: May 21. For more info on the additional: www.SoCalCarCulture.com .For more info: www.HotDesertMopars.com, Info@HotDesertMopars.com, FB: Hot Desert Mopars or www.Instagram/ HotDesertMopars or call 760-861-8075.

FRIDAY NIGHT EACH MONTH: LEBANON TN: SNOW WHITE DRIVE IN CRUISE: Held on Friday Nights at Middle Tennessee’s oldest Drive In. Starts April 7th. Snow White has been serving up great burgers, shakes, fries and more since the early ‘50’s! Add in a whole lot of cool cars on a Friday night and the recipe equals fun! Located at 1714 West Main St. For more info call 615-443-4299 1st FRIDAY NIGHT EACH MONTH: MURFREESBORO TN: CHRA “CRUISE-IN”: Held Every 1st Friday Night. The Cruise-In is being held at the New Vision Baptist Church, 1750 N. Thompson Lane. Cruise runs from: 6pm til Dark, April thru September. There will be concessions provided by Joni's Lunch Box, Car & Bible Trivia for Prizes, Door Prizes, 50's & 60's Music, $1 Donation per Vehicle to Benefit A Soldier's Child Foundation. For more information: Facebook pages at Christian Hot Rod Association of Tennessee or Christian Hotrod Ministry. Or call Peggy Lewis - CHRA Events Director & Owner of First Choice Security @ 615-887-9756. GADSDEN AL: 1ST FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE: Held in downtown Gadsden from 6-9pm. The cruise is part of the whole 1st FRIDAY Event each month. Parking Instructions for Motorcycles and Classic Cars: Park in empty existing parking spaces first and then in the center lanes only. Do not park in the middle of the street until Broad Street and all side streets are closed. No parking in the outside lanes as these must remain open for emergency vehicles. Broad Street closes at 4:30 pm on First Friday and the festivities officially begin at 6:00 pm. Please plan to park on Broad Street between 4:30 and 6:00 pm. In order to protect spectators, we ask that you do not leave before the event is over at 9:00. For more info go to http://downtowngadsden.com/ category/first-friday/ SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located right off Cool Springs Blvd. 2nd SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : Smyrna, TN: Smyrna Cars and Coffee Cruise: Join us for Smyrna Cars and Coffee every 2nd Saturday morning from March – Nov. This event will run from 8 AM - 11 AM at Bennett's Automotive in Smyrna, TN. Address: 204 Commerce Drive. Smyrna Cars and Coffee is for local car enthusiast to hang out, drink coffee and talk about their passion for cars. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: Smyrna Cars and Coffee. If you have and questions send an email to marketing@bennettsautomotiveonline.net EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : LEBANON TN: SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE: Hosted by the GOOD WHEEL Cruisers car club. Cruise runs every Saturday weather permitting from 4-10pm. Cruise starts on April 1st. Cruise located in the Old Courthouse parking lot located on the Square. Trophy for Car of the Week and 50/50 drawing too. For more info go to Facebook 42 and then Good Wheel Cruisers page.

EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : MT JULIET TN: DAIRY QUEEN CRUISE-IN: Cruising takes place every Saturday Night from 4-9pm. Cruise starts on April 1st and runs all summer long. The cruise is held at the Dairy Queen located at 1420 N. MT. Juliet Road. Contact Lester 615 405 6056 for more info. 2nd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : Charlotte, TN: Charlotte Cruisin The Square: Cruising starts April 8th. Cruise runs from 5 til 9pm Food available by T's Custom Smoker. Free admission, indoor restrooms. Welcome all Antiques, Classics, Muscle Cars, Street Rods. Sponsored by The City of Charlotte. BAXTER TN: DOWNTOWN BAXTER CRUISE-IN: Hosted by the Gear Heads Car Club. Cruise takes place on the 2nd Saturday Night of each month from April thru Oct. Cruise runs from 5-9pm. Cruise is held on Main St in Downtown Baxter. Door Prizes & %0/50 Drawings. Open to all makes & models, hot rods, muscle cars motorcycles and trucks. For more info call 931-644-2727

GRAND RIVERS KY: TOP GUN CRUISE-IN: Held on the 2nd Saturday night. Cruise-In is held downtown and starts at 4pm. Cruise starts on April 8th and runs thru Sept. For more info go to www.topguncarshows.com

SPANISH FORT AL: EASTERN SHORES CRUISERS CRUISE IN: Cruise held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, all year long. Cruise held at the Eastern Shore Centere front parking lot by Dillard's. Cruise runs from 5-9pm. Oldies rock & roll music. Everyone is welcome. For more info call 251-709-5900 or go to www.easternshorecruisers.com OWENSBORO KY: OWENSBORO ANTIQUE & CLASSIC AUTO CLUB CRUISE IN: Cruise is held the 2nd Saturday Night of each month from April thru Oct. Cruise runs from 58pm. Cruise is held in the LOWE’s Parking lot. 50/50pot, Attendance Prize and Door Prizes. For more info call 270-316-2821 2ND SUNDAY NIGHT OF THE MONTH: Clarksville TN: Last Century Hot Rodz and Haulers Cruise In: Cruise location is at O'Charleys at 674 Riverside Drive. Cruise is held on the 2nd Sunday night starting April 9th and running until November 12th. Cruise runs from 4pm til ?? 50/50 drawing and door prizes. People's Choice Awards May thru October. For more info, Mitch Kelly (931) 249-1057 MONDAY NIGHT CRUISIN’: LEWISBURG TN: SONIC CRUISE IN: Held every Monday night from 5-7pm.Cruising starts on March 20th and runs until it Nov. Located at the SONIC Drive In at 420 Ellington Pkwy 44

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISIN’: White House, TN - Cruise-In at Colorado Grill: Cruising starts April 10th and runs through Oct 30th. Come out and join us for good food and fellowship, from 6 til 9pm, bring out you're ride. Location: 2747 Hwy 31W. For more info call 615-5667343 or email: robertmalugin@gmail.com 2nd TUESDAY NIGHT CRUISIN’: TULLAHOMA TN: Chick-fil-A Charity Classic Car Cruise In: Cruise is located at Chick -fil-A Tullahoma in Cherokee Square Lot 1708 N. Jackson Street. Free event starts on April 11th, and will also take place on May 9th, June 13th, July 11th. This family event is hosted by, Wheels In Motion and WCDT-AM/FM Radio benefiting different Local Charities each month. DJ playing oldies music.

FRIDAY NITE CRUISIN’: BRIDGEVIEW IL: CRUISING DUKES DRIVE IN: Cruising takes place every Friday night weather permitting. Cruise takes place at 8115 South Harlem Ave. Starts in April and runs thru Oct. HIGHLAND IN: CRUISING THE BLUE TOP DRIVE IN: Cruising takes place every Friday night weather permitting. Cruise takes place at 8801 Indianapolis Blvd. For info call 219-836-1233 Starts in April and runs thru Oct. 1ST FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN: NEW BADEN IL: NEW BADEN CRUISE-IN & CAR SHOW: Cruise is held on the 1st Friday night of the month starting April 7th and running through Oct. Cruise from 6pm to ??? For more info call 618-799-9699 SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : BRIDGEVIEW IL: CRUISING DUKES DRIVE IN: Cruising takes place every Saturday night weather permitting. Cruise takes place at 8115 South Harlem Ave. Starts in April and runs thru Oct. HIGHLAND IN: CRUISING THE BLUE TOP DRIVE IN: Cruising takes place every Saturday night weather permitting. Cruise takes place at 8801 Indianapolis Blvd. For info call 219-836-1233 Starts in April and runs thru Oct. 2nd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN: BLOOMINGTON IL: 2017 CRUISE-IN’S: Hosted by the Twin City Cruisers. Celebrating 25 years of cruise-in’s. Featuring the finest classic & modified vehicles in central Illinois. Open to all cars and trucks. Cruise is held on the 2nd Saturday Night at the Towanda Plaza Shopping Center located at 1210 Towanda Ave. Cruise time runs from 5-8:30pm. Cruise Runs from April to Oct. Awards, prizes, 50/50 and more. For more info go to www.twincitycruisers.com 46

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MORRIS IL: WENDY’S CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: Cruise happens every Monday night from 5-9pm. Rain, snow or shine! Held at the WENDY’s just south of I-80 exit 112 (Rt47). Open cruise so bring what you are driving and have fun with us! For more info email to willis824@Comcast.net 1st FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN: FRESNO CA: RODS ON THE BLUFF CRUISE: It's back! Starts April 7th and it will be massive. Join Hot Rod Coalition on the first Friday of each month thru Oct. Located at the Park Pace Shopping Center 500+ hot rods - thousands of spectators - it's a Valley Tradition. For more info go to hotrodcoalition on Instagram. WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN DOWNEY CA: BOB’S BIG BOY HOT ROD AND CUSTOM CRUISE NIGHTS: Held every Wednesday Night at the Car Hop. Runs from 5-10pm. Hot rods, Classic’s and Muscle cars. Located at 7447 E. Firestone Blvd. Bring the whole family for a night of fun. For more info call 562-928-BOBS

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