Vol.18 Issue 10
March 8-14 2017
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Vol. 18 Issue 10 3/8 – 3/14/18
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 Svc’s, Joe Pruitt, National Corvette Homecoming, Larry Williams, Williams Design
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 4 Road Rumblings 6 –7 Southeast USA Shows 8-12 Midwest USA Shows 14 Western USA Shows 14-18 West Coast USA Shows 18– 20 East Coast / Northeast Car Shows 20 Cruise-In’s Across the USA 22-23 Detroit Autorama The Great 8 24 Upcoming Car Shows 30-36 BUY-SELL-TRADE-WANTED 38-39 Mail Call 40 Middle Tennessee HRPT 40
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“ Ya Gotta know where to Go….The FUN Starts Here….”
Last Stop on the Winter Road Trip INSTAGRAM page too. Not only is it the Chicago WOW show, but the LEGEND Cup & $10k are up for grabs and the ISCA Grand Finale will be taking place too. Add in the CYCLERAMA and the always HUGE Chicago Brushmasters Auction for Ronald McDonald House and it will be an action packed weekend. Enough of me for now...it’s show time in Chi-town!
Greetings Gearheads from the Windy City! That’s right we are in Chicago for the 56th Annual World of Wheels show. This one is another of our favorites as we have a lot of history participating and attending this show over many many years. We’re going to see the BEST IN THE MIDWEST this weekend and bring it all to you on the pages of the Gearhead Gazzette Magazine, on our Facebook page and also on our
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NATIONAL CORVETTE HOMECOMING TO RETURN IN 2018 37th annual event will be May 31-June 2 at the Hilton Garden Inn Bowling Green, KY., February 21, 2018– It’s “back to the future” for one of the area’s longest-running automotive shows. The National Corvette Homecoming began 37 years ago in the parking lot of the Red Carpet Inn. In 2018, the Homecoming celebration will reinvent itself in the parking lot of the Hilton Garden Inn. Joe Pruitt, founder and owner of the National Corvette Homecoming, had announced in 2017 his intent to sell the show, but he has decided to rev it up for another year. This year, the Homecoming is May 31-June 2. “I didn’t want to see the National Corvette Homecoming die,” he said. “I tried to sell it to about three different organizations, but we could not get together. I am going to run it as long as I can. I’ll see if we can get someone else to take it over rather than let it die or go away.” Planning for the 2018 event is underway, and updates will be shared at CorvetteHomecoming.com and on the event’s Facebook page. Pruitt said prices will be lower for participants this year, and spectators will be admitted free. The National Corvette Homecoming is one of the oldest car shows in the country, and at one time, it was one of the largest. “I feel a lot better than when I made the decision to sell it,” Pruitt said. “Hosting the National Corvette Homecoming has been a lot of fun, and I am not ready to stop having fun.” ### If you would like more information about the National Corvette Homecoming, please contact Joe Pruitt at (270) 791-2117 or email him at joepruitt@corvettehomecoming.com.
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Dragstrip Revival: Crossville Dragway To Reopen In 2018 Editor’s Note: This is our kind of news on Drag racing! Official Press Release: Crossville Dragway has provided 40 years of drag racing action for racers and automotive enthusiasts in Central and Eastern Tennessee. The eighth-mile drag strip, founded in 1978, recently underwent a ground-up renovation. This enormous investment brings the track to modern standards with a new all-concrete racing surface, upto-date equipment and many new features to attract racers and fans alike. Crossville Dragway announces that it will be open for business in 2018 with new ownership and a strong desire to provide exciting drag racing action with a safe and family-friendly environment every Friday and Saturday during the racing season. Michael Newcome and Rick Wetherbee signed an agreement with the right to purchase the Crossville Dragway effective Friday, February 10, 2018. Newcome and Wetherbee have been drag racers for many years, often attending races at Crossville Dragway under its previous ownership. They have hired Charlie Patterson as Race Director for all bracket racing in 2018, and there will be a points program, offering benefits to regular racers. Newcome and Wetherbee also plan to host a monthly heads up racing program, to bring in some of the fastest door slammers in the country. Other special events are planned, including a special race featuring “Boosted GT” and “Kayla” popular racers on the show “Street Outlaws”. Special events like this offer fans an exclusive opportunity to meet famous racers, and watch their cars blast down the eighth-mile drag strip. Later in the year, the Rocky Top Diesel Shootout will make its return to Crossville Dragway. It is a national event for diesel-powered vehicles, and draws hundreds of racers and thousands of spectators.
In regard to the recent announcement, Crossville Dragway co-owners offer an invitation to all racers and fans to join them when the gates open for 2018. “We are excited for this opportunity and look forward to creating some great racing events for years to come”, said Rick Wetherbee. “We are going to put on some awesome events in 2018 for fans and racers alike”, said Michael Newcome. Crossville Dragway will remain a family-oriented facility, and both Newcome and Wetherbee’s families will be working at the track to make the 2018 racing season fun for everyone. Crossville Dragway will begin its season in March with Test and Tune sessions and grudge racing, as weather permits. A full racing schedule is published at www.crossvilledragway.com. For more information about the new and improved Crossville Dragway, please call 931-210-6607. 7
MAR 2018: MAR 7-10: PANAMA CITY BEACH FL: EMERALD COAST SPRING CRUIZIN’: Main Event Location: Aaron Bessant Park, 500 West Park Drive. We are just across from Frank Brown Park in Pier Park, just one block away from the beach. This event is positioned on 17 acres of luscious green grass, with sidewalks, shade trees, park benches, and clean air conditioned restrooms. Emerald Coast Cruizin’ features a center stage to host live music and show awards. Ladies, Pier Park offers over 125 stores for fabulous shopping right next door. You will not want to miss this event. Make plans now for Emerald Coast Cruizin’. Secure offsite trailer parking will be available for vehicle registrants with trailers. Please see Vehicle Registration for a Trailer Parking Pass available for $25.00, which includes trailer parking for the entire event. For more updates visit, https://emeraldcoastcruizin.com/ and www.facebook.com/emeraldcoastcruizin/ MAR 7-10: PANAMA CITY BEACH FL: CHEVELLES BY THE BEACH: This event is being held in conjunction with the Emerald Coast Cruzin’ event. Presented by AUSLEY’s Chevelle Parts. For more info go to www.emeraldcoastcruizin.com MAR 9-10: TUPELO MS: REDEMPTION DAY: Event starts at 8am and runs thru 4pm each day. Event Located at Fairpark / Tupelo City Hall, 71 E. Troy St. Family fun entertainment. Open to all cars, trucks and motorcycles. $25.00 registration Fee. Spectator fee is $5.00 for age 13 and up. Awards, Top 5 in class, Specialty awards and BEST OF SHOW. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1871056699814917/
MAR 10: ATMORE AL: GASSER BLOWOUT 7: Located at Atmore Dragway. Heads-up gasser racing. 74 & Back nostalgia drags, altereds/front engine dragsters, sway meet free w/admission, JR dragsters, car show. Gates ope @8am, $15 Admission, kids 12 & under free
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MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: MYRTLE BEACH SC: NOPI NATIONALS 2018 SPRING BREAK: The NOPI Nationals tradition continues! NOPI Nationals Supershow and Myrtle Beach Speedway are excited to announce the return of the nations elite car show and entertainment experience in 2018. Dates for this years NOPI Nationals are March 9th – 11th. Pur-
chase your passes before the day of event and save big! Advanced 3 Day Pass $15Spectator. $35- Non Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $40- Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $75- Drift Entry. $10 – One Day Spectator Pass. Day Of Tickets- 3 Day Pass $20 – Spectator. $50 – Non Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $60 – Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $100 – Drift Entry (Car & Driver). $15 – One Day Spectator Pass. Drifting – Friday & Sunday. Live DJ (DJ Jay Fade) All 3 days. Glow Off- Friday night. Train Horn and Exhaust Sound off – Saturday & Sunday. Burn-Out Contest -Sunday. Swimsuit Competition- Saturday & Sunday. Club games- Saturday & Sunday. Sound Contest- Saturday and Sunday. Car Show Awards- Sunday. For more info go to https://
www.myrtlebeachspeedway.com/nopi-nationals-2018/ MAR 10: ATMORE AL: GASSER BLOWOUT 7: Located at Atmore Dragway. Heads-up gasser racing. 74 & Back nostalgia drags, altereds/front engine dragsters, sway meet free w/admission, JR dragsters, car show. Gates open @8am, $15 Admission, kids 12 & under free. For more info: 850-206-3673 or email jhss2289@yahoo.com MAR 10: CHATTANOOGA TN: Riverside Spring Meet 3: The official event page for Riverside Spring Meet 3, coming to the First Tennessee Pavilion in downtown at 1826 Reggie White Blvd. Brought to you by Riverside Chattanooga. Vendor registration is open now! https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/vendors/apply/ Vehicle registration is open now! https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/register/vehicles/ No media passes necessary. Watch https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/ for more info. Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/riversidechattanooga/
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MAR 2018: MAR 10: PLEASANT VIEW TN: PIONEER DINER SHOW & SHINE CRUISEIN: The Pioneer Diner & Corvettes of Clarksville are hosting a Show N Shine / Cruise-In at the Pleasant View Village, 214 Village Square. Hours: 10:00am - 2:00pm. Welcome all classic cars, muscle cars, street rods, trucks, rat rods and motorcycles. For more information, contact Chris at 615-746-6337. MAR 10-11: LOUISVILLE KY: 52ND ANNUAL KYANA AACA SWAP MEET: Event being held at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Spaces are still available at this time for the 2018 SWAP MEET. For more information call Perry Probst 502-619-2917 or E-Mail to kyanaswapmeet@gmail.com . Event times are Saturday 8am to 6pm. and Sunday 8am to 4pm. On Friday Venders will be setting up from 11am to 6pm. At this time the public will be allowed in with the purchase of a $10 arm band. During this time all venders may not be open for business. The swap meet will be held at the KY Fair and Exposition Center, filling the West Wing, Pavilion, West Hall & Broadbent Arena.
KYANA members would like to thank all the Vendors and Patrons who made the 2017 KYANA SWAP MEET a success! For more info go to http:// www.kyanaregionaaca.org/index.php/swap-meet MAR 10-11; BIRMINGHAM AL: BARBER HPDE Tracks Unlimited is hosting a two day HPDE at Barber Motorsports Park, a road course that Road & Track called “one of the most beautiful tracks in North America.” You’ll receive 2.5+HOURS of track time per day including our exclusive Happy Hour and enjoy the high speed thrills and technical challenges that this course offers. If you are a novice, your registration fee includes a personal in-car instructor along with classroom instruction. For those with Race/TT/Advanced DE cars who want some extra sessions, we are offering two additional sessions each day for an additional fee. To ensure that these sessions run smoothly and allow for setup testing and data gathering, spots are limited and participants and their cars must be approved by Tracks Unlimited. Please email us for details. Early Registration fee for 2 days is $599. Sunday registration is $350. Race/ TT Test Sessions are $200. Second Driver fee (sharing same car in same run group): $100 per day. Instructor Fee – $100 – requires prior approval – limited spots available. For more info go to www.motorsportreg.com 12
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MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: ROSEMONT IL: 56TH ANNUAL O’REILLY WORLD OR WHEELS: See over 700 custom cars, hot rods, race s cars and more! Tin City, CYLERAMA, The Chicago Brushmasters Charity auction and MORE! Guest appearances, Features & specials, Facebook/Twitter, Student Career Day, The Legend Cup. Located at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center, 9301 Bryn Mawr Ave. Fri Mar 9: 3pm-10pm, Sat: Mar 10th, 10am-10pm, Sun: Mar 11: 10am-6pm. Gate discount tickets available at O’Reilly Auto Parts: General Admission $20, Discount price $18, Children 6-12 $7, Discount $6. Children 5 and under free. Purchase of a ticket does NOT guarantee an autograph from special celebrity guests. 2018 Legend Cup award is based on first time shown at an indoor car show in the Greater Chicago Area and the winner is chosen from “Select Six” winners. $10,000 Cash prize and a Beautiful Ledged Cup. Featuring over $70,000 in cash, merchandise and trophies! 2018 Master Builder Award. Awarded at all CASI shows to a vehicle that has had the basic build done by the owner. The award will be judged by the ISCA staff with input from the local show chairman. Rising Star awards. Qualified entries between the ages of 15 & 25. Each winner receives a special award and a $50 gift card from O”Reilly Auto Parts. For more info: www.worldofwheels.com or www.chicagoworldofwheels.com MAR 9-11: ROSEMONT IL: 2018 CYCLE RAMA: Located at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center. Show winning Baggers and Chopper from across The Country! Baggers, Bobbers, Choppers, Customs, Sports Bikes and Traditional. Over $5,000 in cash and prizes! More info at www.chicagoworldofwheels.com MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: FORT WORTH TX: 8TH SPRING LONE STAR NATIONALS-GOODGUYS 2018 EVENT: Located at the Team Motor Speedway. Featuring Hot Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru ’87, Goodguys AutoCross, Vendors, Truck Cruise, Swap Meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral and All American Sunday. For more info: 925-8389876, fax 925-820-8241 or www.good-guys.com
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MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: BOISE ID: 46TH ANNUAL BOISE ROADSTER SHOW: Located at the Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood. Home of the Goldmark Award! This show annually attracts upwards of 200 competitors from throughout the United States and Canada. Thanks to Marvel Comics, kids will be excited to meet Spiderman on Saturday and Sunday of the show weekend. Every entry that participates in the show will win an award. The top prize of the Roadster Show is called the Goldmark award. The Goldmark will go to the one entry deemed “the Best of the Best”. The grand prizes is $2000 in cash, along with an embroidered jacket and special award statue. The “Essence of Cool”, the Trendsetter, Wild one, Fire Rod Mighty Fine and Tompkins are additional special awards. A new inductee will be announced for the Master-builder award. This plaque is presented to a new recipient every March. We accept all entries through the mail as well as on line. Please include two photos. We will notify you of
your acceptance into the show towards the end of January, so your patience is appreciated as we review all applications. Please provide a detailed status description should your entry still be under construction or in-progress. Show hours: Fridaynoon-10pm, Saturday, 10am-10pm and Sunday 10am-6pm. Admission Adults $12, 6-12-$4 and 5 & under free. MAR 10: NEW CANEY TX: 10TH ANNUAL TEXAS HOEDOWN: Located at the Albert Sallas Park, 21675 McClesky Rd. Car show, Live bands, Roller derby, Art show, Lil Greaser contest and vendors. Customs, Rods, Mussles, Bombs, Bugs, Traditional
choppers. Texas largest pin up contest! For more info: www.thetexashoedown.com. For food/merch vendor info: 832-473-7389.
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MAR 2018: MAR 10-11: GALVESTON TX: 40th Corvette Chevy Expo: The event will be returning to the beautiful Galveston Island Convention Center. The Corvette Chevy Expo’s Aftermarket Showcase features Major Vendors selling parts and accessories specific to the Chevrolet brand. You will also see World Class Chevrolet Show Cars beautifully displayed. This is a Concours style judged event, and full of awards. Chevrolets that receive 98-100 points also are presented the President's Award. Corvettes that have an NCRS Top Flight ® and a Bloomington Gold Certificate ® may also go for the TriPower Award ®. Our Miniature Wheels Show is open to Pedal Cars, Golf Carts, Go Carts, Bicycles, Valve Covers, any Small Wheels. Cars for Sale. There are also two Wash ‘n Shows outside, one on Saturday and one on Sunday in the front of the convention center. There is also a Craft Fair on Both days! Sunday is the Photo Shoot for Vette Vues Magazine and at 3 pm, the Miss Corvette Chevy Expo Swimsuit Contest conducted by Swimsuit USA International takes place followed by the Awards Ceremony. Admission: $15 adults, children 12 and under Free. Free Parking in Parking Garage. For more info go to https:// corvettechevyexpo.com/ or E-mail: info@corvettechevyexpo.com or call 386-775-2512
MAR 2018: MAR 11: 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
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MAR 2018: MAR 11: LODI CA: LODI CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: Located at the Lodi Festival Grounds, 413 Lockeford St. Come see some of the best Hot Rods, Muscle Cats, Rat Rods, VWs, Lowriders, Original Classic Cars, & Trucks competing for over 20 trophies. Car Show Entry Fee $20. Dash Plaques given to the first 100 show entries. Swap meet spaces 20x20 on lawn or pavement $20 each pre-paid or $25 each at the gate (Day of the show). Overnight setup and camp out Saturday, 2pm to 8pm. Overnight security provided. 100s of Sellers, 1000s of Buyers--$5 admission, Kids 12 and under free. For more info: 209-948-5307
MAR 2018: MAR 10: WEST FRIENDSHIP MD: 45TH ANNUAL COLLECTOR CAR SWAP MEET: Rain or Shine. Show time 7am-3pm. Located at the Howard County Fairgrounds, Route 144. Free admission, Free Parking. Vendor spaces available, indoor-$30, undercover$25, Antique Car Corral-$20 (For vehicles ag 20 years or more) Add $10 per space for reservation requests postmarked after Feb 1. For info on vendor spaces-443744-6338 or email tbirdtoms60@verizon.net. For more info:
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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 : COLUMBIA TN: Classics in the Country: SATURDAY Morning Car Cruise at The Ring Farm. Located at 2628 Greens Mill Rd, right off Hwy 31. Please use Ring Farm driveway:Turn in by the Green John Deere tractor. Will be held on the 2nd Sat. of each Month- March, April, May. If there is enough interest the cruise will be extended. Cruise Time: 7am-10am. Classic Cars,Trucks,Hot Rods and Muscle Cars Welcomed. SYMRNA TN: SMYRNA CARS AND COFFEE CRUISE: Held the 2nd Saturday of each month starting on March 10th and runs thru Nov. Cruise is held at Bennett’s Automotive located at 204 Commerce Drive. Cruise runs from 8am – 11am. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/smyrnacarsandcoffee/ 2nd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : 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
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
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 22
FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: ORO VALLEY AZ: FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm. Open to cars & bikes from all era’s. All makes and models from car clubs or lone wolf’s. Simple Rules. No burnouts, no loud music, be respectful of others and the property and parking lot must be left clean. Free Custard. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/
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1934 Roadster Pickup Owner: Danielle Lutz, Hamlin, PA Builder: Jason Graham Hot Rods
In Detroit, at the AUTORAMA each year, there is one award that is watched and coveted at the same time. Watched by... dare we say... millions around the planet, to see who made the cut to be a GREAT 8 Finalist. Many entries try each year, to make the Great 8 sponsored by Pirelli, but only the best 8 in the building, as selected by the RIDLER Judging crew, get to see the GREAT 8 banner placed inside their display. If you have never seen the emotion that comes out when it happens for the car owner and builder, it is something to see. Every emotion you can think of comes to the fore front for the people involved in the build.
1967 Camaro SS Owner: Chris & Greg Allen, Selbyville, DE Builders: Ed Denkenberger, Roger Allen, Superior Autoworks 1939 Ford Sedan Delivery Owners: Rhea & Harold Schrader, Franklin Lakes, NJ Builder: Dan Wickett at Hot Rod Construction 1957 Chevy 150 Hardtop Owners: Greg & Judy Hrehovcsik, Alamosa, CO Builder: Johnny Martin at Johnny’s Auto Trim & Rod Shop
This year’s Pirelli Great 8 roster was diverse, as always. It included representative cars from the Thirties, Forties, Fifties, and Sixties—as well as from a variety of makes and styles. On Sunday, one of these cars would be crowned the 2018 Ridler Award winner. Which one did you pick?
1969 Camaro Owner: Stuart Adams, Mooresville, NC Builder: Detroit Speed Inc
56 Lincoln Continental Mark II
Sunday evening at the awards ceremony, The winner of the Don Ridler Memorial Award at the 2018 Meguiar’s Detroit Autorama Presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts was announced. Your 2018 RILDER Award winner is the 1957 Chevy 150 Hardtop owned by Greg & Judy Hrehovcsik and built by Johnny’s Auto Trim & Rod Shop in Alamosa, Colorado.
Owner: Chris Ryan, Ninety Six, SC Builder: Ryan’s Rod & Kustoms 1940 Ford Coupe Owner: Reid Hotaling, Mooresville NC Builder: Farrell Creations & Restorations 1936 Pontiac Sedan Owner: Robert Anderson, Savannah, GA Builder: Legens Hot Rod Shop 24
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MAR 2018: MAR 16-17: MYRTLE BEACH SC: 30TH ANNIVERSARY PEE DEE STREET RODDERS RUN TO THE SUN 2018: All proceeds from the show go to the Children’s Miracle Network and The National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Show Location is the old Myrtle Square Mall 2501 Kings Highway. Goodguys Awards • Sponsor Picks • NSRA Picks. Grand Prize Giveaways Starting At 1pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Over $10,000.00 To
Be Given Away In Cash Prizes & Door Prizes. Pre 89 Cars & Trucks Only • Show & Shine • No Rain Date. PRIZES & GIVEAWAYS. GRAND PRIZE GIVE-AWAYS (Reg. Participants) AIRWAVES T’S Early Bird Pre-Registration *** Ten $100.00 Cash Prizes *to pre-registered participants only *** Must Pre-Register By March 5, 2017 *** 50/50 Cash Drawing (Sponsored by Rod & Custom Motor Sports) *** Door Prizes, Cash Drawings (All Reg. Participants) *** Contact Nancy Turner with Questions at NTurner526@aol.com or go to http://peedeestreetrodders.com/run-to-the-suncar-show/ MAR 17: LEBANON TN: 16th Annual Spring Thaw Motorcycle Show & Swap Meet: Show open to ALL types of motorcycles. All indoors, Rain or Shine! Best of Show wins $1,000.00 at Wilson County Fairgrounds - Expo Building, located at 945 E Baddour Pkwy. New and used parts for sale, memorabilia, vintage stuff and more. For more info call 615-364-1828 or go to Facebook: www.facebook.com/ events/1860757610888548/ or website at www.bothbarrelspromotions..com MAR 17: PADUCAH KY: SWAP MEET 2018: Located at the Beacon Dragway, 4460 Shemwell Lane. Gates open @ 6am for vendors and 7am for the public. All Vendors and Private Parties are Welcome. No Item to Big or too Small. Drag, Street, Oval, Complete Cars, and Rollers, Trailers, Tow Rigs Parts, Antiques, Toys, Any item is Welcome. Everything you need and want in one location! Vendor admission $20 for all the space you need. Spectator Admission $5. For more info: www.beacondragway.com or 270-898-8100 or swap meet info 270-210-4388.
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MAR2018: MAR 17: BOWLING GREEN KY: Ride or Drive to benefit Greycin Oaks: Born May 2, 2005 and died February 16, 2018 due to complications of the FLU. Location: From, Greenwood High School, 5065 Scottsville Road - To, White House Middle School, 2020 US-31W. Arrival starts at 8 am. Registration fee: $20. to Ride or Drive. ALL Proceeds will go to Greycin's family for accumulated expenses. Leaving Bowling Green, KY at 10 am headed to White House, TN. This event is open to all rides, Bikes, Cars , Trucks... ANYTHING you want to bring out, ALL are welcome. Please adorn your ride in Rainbows for Greycin. Come and join this great cause for the family of this wonderful child who was taken way too soon from her family and friends. You can text "Greycin" to 270-606-0298nto confirm your participation MAR 21: SEVIERVILLE-GATLINBURG-PIGEON FORGE TN: FOUR DAYS OF MUSTANGS & MOUNTAINS: Car Show-nightly events, onsite Dyno. 55 years of Mustangs-special displays, Vendors, Swap Meet, Car Corral-Shine Run. All Ford Cruise-In Saturday.
Located at the Sevierville Convention Center.
MAR 2018: MAR 16-18: CLEVELAND OH: I-X PISTON POWERED AUTO RAMA: If a Piston Makes it Go, it’s in the Show! This year’s theme, “Auto-Rama Rolls – Then Cleveland Rock” goes bumper to bumper with the 33rd annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony when it returns to Cleveland one month after the Auto-Rama. The I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama is the largest indoor showcase of custom cars, trucks,
antique construction equipment, motorcycles, tractors, planes, military equipment and more of its kind in the world. Each year the weekend-long event hosts more than 1,000 vehicles at the I-X Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Friday: 3pm-10pm, Saturday 10am-10pm and Sunday 10am-6pm. For more information call 216-265-7223 (RACE) or go to www.PistonPowerShow.com
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MAR 2018: MAR 17: SULLIVAN IN: SHIFTERS AUTOMOTIVE & AUTOMOBILIA SWAP MEET: Located at the Sullivan Co 4-H Fair Grounds, 1301 E CR 75 N. Show time 8am-1pm. Food and drinks available for purchase from the Salvation Army. Vendor set up fee $15 per space. Inside space 10x10 limited to first 50 paid, outside space approx. 10x20. Outside car corral $15 per vehicle. Vendor set up Friday 5-8 pm and Satur-
day 6-8 am. For more info: Check out-our group and event page on FB. For more info: 812-564-0329 or 812-564-2250. Registration form is for Automotive & Automobilia related items only please. Not responsible for accident, NO Alcohol, No smoking or Pets in 4-H buildings. No trailers or vehicles will be allowed in the building. We refuse the right to refuse admittance to anyone, and the right to eject anyone from the grounds. MAR 18: MACOMB MI: EASTSIDE A’s 48TH ANNUAL SWAP MEET: Meet is taking place at Russ Milne Ford at 24777 Hall Rd. Open to all makes and models of cars. Doors open the public at 8am. Car Parts, Auto Collectibles, supplies, Indoor Facilitates, food available and a 50/50 raffle. Admission is $3.00. For more info call 586-2066653 MAR 2018: MAR 16: WITCHIA KS: 43RD ANNUAL KS SUNFLOWER SWAP MEET FOR CHARITY: Located at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center, 225 W Douglas Ave. Friday 8am- 6pm and Saturday 8am-4pm. $5 entry fee, under 11 free. Additional donations gladly accepted for the ARC of Sedgwick County. For more info: kssunflowerswapmeet@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/kssunflowerswapmeet/ or 316-267-8914 MAR 16-18: OMAHA NE: 63RD ANNUAL O’REILLY WORLD OR WHEELS: Guest appearances, Features & specials, Facebook/Twitter, Student Career Day. Located at the Century Link Center, 455 N 10th Street. Fri Mar 16: 3pm-10pm, Sat: Mar 17th, 10am-10pm, Sun: Mar 18: 10am-6pm. Gate discount tickets available at O’Reilly Auto Parts: General Admission $18, Discount price $15, Children 6-12 $6, Discount $5. Children 5 and under free. Purchase of a ticket does NOT guarantee an autograph from special celebrity guests. 34
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MAR 2018: MAR 16-18: SCOTTSDALE AZ: 9TH SPRING NATIONALS-GOODGUYS 2018 EVENT: Located at the Team Motor Speedway. Featuring Hot Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru ’87, Goodguys AutoCross, Vendors, Truck Cruise, Swap Meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral and All American Sunday. For more info: 925-838-9876, fax 925
-820-8241 or www.good-guys.com
MAR 2018: MAR 16-18: PORTLAND OR: 62ND Portland ROADSTER SHOW: Located at the Portland Expo Center, Halls C, D & E (tickets and entry thru hall E). The Tradition Continues. Show hours are 12pm-9pm on Friday, 10am-9pm on Saturday and 10am – 5pm on Sunday. General admission $16.00 and kids 12 & under free. For more info: www.PortlandRoasterShow.com OR 360-232-4567 MAR 18: SOUTH GATE CA: AZALEA CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Located at the South Gate Park Golf Course, 9650 Pinehurst Ave. South Gate Azalea Festival. Proceeds to Benefit the Non- Profit TMA. If Rain, No Refund. Show time 10am-4pm. $10 Entrance Fee for Non-participants, Children $5 w/student ID-under 12 FREE. Once the vehicle is parked cannot leave until show is over. For more info: email Yurissouthgate@yahoo.com or 323-5886
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FOR SALE: 1964 Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupe (SS Clone) Pro Street. This is a first year Chevelle that was restored from ground up in North Carolina. I have drove it, worked on it, and showed it over the last 3 years. The car is a Trophy winner for sure. I am no longer able to enjoy driving it because of my rheumatoid arthritis. So I am offering this extremely nice Chevelle for sale for $27,500.00. Interior is like new. The car has a chrome power steering pump and a chrome tilt steering column. Two Eldelbrock Carburators on a Eldelbrock induroshine air gap intake. MSD Ignition with HEI. Hot cam with that thump we all love. Ceramic Coated Headers and dual exhaust that sounds awesome. The engine is dressed up very nice. Wilwood calipers (red dual piston, spindles, and drilled and slotted rotors up front. Fresh Zoom Clutch and Muncie 4 Speed with Hurst Shifter. This car drives and runs good and is priced to sell. Don’t let it get away. Email thomashart4602@comcast.net or call 615-7126043 ask for Tommy (2-1-18)
FOR SALE: Big block Chevy race engine, 477 ci (454+.100) . Eagle crank and rods, TRW race pistons, gas ported, 12.5:1 comp. JE 1/16th rings. Pro Max aluminum heads, 320 cc , Stainless valves, Harlan Sharp rockers. Bullit cam, solid lifters. Holley single plane intake. Includes electric water pump, SFI balancer, SFI flywheel, 850 Holley carb, full sump oil pan. Built with all high quality name brand parts and hardware, no junkyard stuff. Complete engine, less ignition system. Was run at the Ohio Mile, made six full throttle passes and five tryout/ license passes, ran good every time, engine is in excellent shape. Changing class to small turbo motor, don't need this one anymore. Asking $6500. Call Brad Thomas 931-981-1534 thommysgarage@aol.com (2-7-18) WANTED: 1932 Ford 3 Window Coupe or Roadster, 60’s style fenderlesss for sale? Looking for fenderless Henry or steel reproduction. Email to johnbooku@gmail.com with info. (1-4-18) 38
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FOR SALE: 1966 MUSTANG SPORT COUPE. Always a California Car. New chrome bumpers. All emblems & gas cap new. New door handles. Restored stainless trim around windows…ongoing project. GT rear valence panel added. All wiring from firewall forward replaced with custom made harnesses by owners. Engine compartment painted Satin Black. All engine compartment hardware replaced. New 1966 grille. Real Ralph Newman striping on trunk. Shane Leasure striping on fire extinguisher.. 8” RR upgraded with fresh 3.55 Trac-Lok posi unit. Complete front suspension rebuilt using all new parts. Shelby relocation drop performed on upper control arms. Mustangs Plus Grab-A-Trak upper and lower control arms, struts, tie rods, bushings, end links, double roller bearing spring perches & coil spring insulator pads. Mike Maier 600 coil springs and 1 1/4” hollow sway bar. Mustangs Plus One piece deep groove export brace & Chrome Monte Carlo Bar. RCD Bilstein gas shocks. Complete rear suspension rebuilt using all new parts. Mustangs Plus Performance Grab-A-Trak 4 ½ leaf mid eye leaf springs, bushings, shackles, ½ inch lowering blocks, U-bolts and hardware. RCD Bilstein gas shocks. MPC Kelsey-Hayes disc brake conversion kit from ABC Mustang. Wheel Vintiques Chrome Magnum 500. Front 15x6x4 & Rear 15x7x4.25. Front Roadhugger Radial GT P185/65R/15. Rear Roadhugger Radial GT P235/60R/15. 1966 Ford 289 bored .040. Comp Cams HiEnergy cam and lifters was used along with their valve springs, retainers and push rods. Valve covers are ball-milled high profile polished aluminum. Doug Thorley full length Tri-Y headers. 2.5” Aluminized pipe into Flowmaster 40 series mufflers. Stainless steel tips exit the GT rear valence panel. Mattsons polished aluminum cross flow radiator. Spal electric fan. T5 5 speed using a T5 adaptor kit. A Ford High Performance clutch was installed. Hurst shifter. Red TMI Running Pony Interior kit. Black headliner and dash pad. ACC black carpet kit. Black seat belts. New door handles and window cranks. New steel gas tank and filler kit installed. A three-owner California car. All receipts from previous owner and current owner. Original Ignition key with car. No rust or rust repairs on car. Floors and trunk really clean from factory. Priced at $25,000.00 Call 510/289-1118 or email traille3@sbcglobal.net (2-1-18)
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ail all A couple of issues ago, I wrote my column on the state of Stock Car Racing in 2018. Well we got some mail! Thanks for the feedback! Jimmy B No hate mail here. Your article was spot on.
Attention Middle Tennessee
Gary F—Via Email
Gearheads going on the HOT ROD POWER TOUR this year.
Just wanted to let you know I loved your article on NASCAR, I also am old enough to remember the good old days of racing Randy C—Via Email
Stephen Roth will be going on Power Tour and would like to have any and all gearheads from
have to agree with you I have almost stopped watching NASCAR completely. I don't care if the cars go 200 MPH or 120 MPH . I would like it to go back to stock car racing. Win on Sunday buy the car on Monday. True stock cars (what use to be stock) was much more interesting to me.
the Middle Tennessee area who are participating in the POWER TOUR this year to contact him.
Marc K—Via Email
He would like you to contact him so everyone who wants to can
If you want to open another can of worms -- Super stock Drag racing What happened to the factory stock cars The 409s the hemis even the 406 ford I liked those too.
hook up and travel together and watch out for each other as the POWER TOUR rolls on.
Marc K—Via Email
You can contact Stephen at his
Jimmy you are dead on about NASCAR.They have gone too far with their spec cookie cutter cars with changeable stickers on the nose to change brands.They only have one way to go and that’s further down hill than they already are.
cell # 615-743-5100 or at email whittinghams1@att.net COOL IDEA!!
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