Gearhead Gazzette Vol. 19 Issue #49 Dec 5-11 2019 by Jimmy B

Vol. 19 Issue #49

Dec 5â&#x20AC;&#x201D;11, 2019

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Vol. 19 Issue 49 Dec 5 – 11, 2019

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics Butch Pate Michael Corazzelli Craig Wise Web Producer Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Senior Feature Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors PC Svcs, RacingJunk.com, Summit Racing, John Pantaleone BIG Al Liebmann, Michael Corazzelli, Dick Raczuk, KOUL Tools Publisher / Editor Feature Writers Art Director-Designer Photography

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

The Fun Starts Here Road Rumblings Southeast USA Shows Western USA Shows West Coast USA Shows Cruise-In’s Across the USA 2019 Sacramento Autorama Upcoming Car Shows Dick’s Shop Tips BUY-SELL-TRADE-WANTED 0ut The Back Door

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Cover: 2019 Sacramento Autorama by Michael Corazzelli Contents Page: Cool art from John Pantaleone 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….”

“ Every Picture Tells a Story” A Picture is worth a Thousand words they say...

use each week, I cant cover everything across the USA. I am lucky to have and thankful for some very special people who support the GEARHEAD GAZZZTTE with their contributions in the form of event pictures.

I would have to agree with that old saying.

Pictures evoke many different emotions and feelings, depending on the nature of the picture and the person looking at it.

On the East Coast, BIG Al Liebmann is covering all the great events in that region. He gets all over, as he shoots for HOT RODHOTLINE too.

I post a lot of pictures each week on social media and it is so interesting to see the response rate, type of response and the comments that come with each post. Some pics are immediate fan favorites and some are so-so and some just tank. It’s all good as not everybody likes everything.

In the Midwest, Larry Williams takes the snaps for us at various events in that region. In the Southeast John Greenfield covers a lot of territory shooting so many cool cars and motorcycles. Out on the West Coast, Michael Corazzelli and Craig Wise are pointing the camera lens and capturing so many bitchin’ shots for us.

Inside each issue of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE, we use all kinds of pictures. Pictures help us tell you what is going on across the USA. Pictures help tell the story of the car shows and cruise-in’s we attend and cover. Pictures help us tell you about gearhead events too.

Out West we also use some of Michael Christensen’s work on our Facebook and Instagram page. We couldn't bring you the event coverage we do each week without these great folks. They are true professionals dedicated to bringing hot rodding to life one picture at a time.

We could just write about an event but without pictures we think it would be boring to you our readers.

It comes from the heart...THANK YOU so VERY MUCH!!

Live It Fully Everyday

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Summit Racing has announced its schedule of sponsored shows and races for 2020, which includes indoor car shows, drag race marathons and everything in between. The schedule is highlighted by the Super Summit 2020, the kickoff for the Hot Rod Power Tour and the final stop for the Summit Racing Midwest Drags Series, all taking place from June 5-7 at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. Check out the full schedule below. Summit Racing I-X Center Piston Powered Auto-Rama, March 13-15 All roads will lead to the I-X Center in Cleveland, Ohio for the 54th year of one of the largest indoor car shows, averaging more than 1,000 custom cars, trucks, and motorcycles; antique construction equipment; tractors; military equipment; and even aircraft. Get the particulars at the Piston Powered website. Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama, April 25-26 The Atlanta Motorama at the Atlanta Motor Speedway has grown into one of the largest festivals of its kind in the South. From hot rods to rat rods to motorcycles and monster trucks, there is something for everybody—and then some. Learn more at the event’s Facebook page. Summit Racing Midwest Drags Series, June 2-5 The Summit Racing Midwest Drags Series features racing at three tracks over six consecutive days. It has 12 classes including ones for daily drivers, diesel-powered vehicles, and straight-axle Gassers. And like another drag race event we all know well, all cars must be driven on public roads between each race—no trailers, towing, or other forms of toting. Find out more at the Midwest Drags website. • June 2: Summit Racing Motorsports Park, Norwalk, OH • June 3: Edgewater Motorsports Park, Cleves, OH • June 4: Lucas Oil Raceway, Brownsburg, IN • June 5: Summit Racing Motorsports Park, Norwalk, OH Super Summit 2020, June 6 and Hot Rod Power Tour Kickoff, June 7 These two events will be joined at the proverbial hip for 2020. Our annual car show at Norwalk, Super Summit features a big non-judged car show, ‘fun runs’ down the quarter-mile, and a big Manufacturers Midway. The excitement continues when the Power Tour rolls into town to kick off the 26th edition of the gearhead caravan. Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, June 25-28 The 14th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals comes to Norwalk for four days of intense competition. This year is the 50th anniversary of the Pro Stock class, so you’ll see KB Racing’s Greg Anderson and Jason Line fighting hard to get a win for their sponsor (that’s us). More info is available at the Summit Racing Motorsports Park website. Hot August Nights, August 4-9 Reno and Sparks, Nevada play host to one of the biggest hot rod and vintage rock ‘n roll happenings in the world. You won’t be able to drive 50 feet without hitting a cruise-in or a concert somewhere in town. More information will be forthcoming at the Hot August Nights website. Goodguys Summit Racing Equipment Lone Star Nationals, September 25-27 Acres of show cars. Autocrossing. Swap meet. Thundering nitro-burning dragsters, burnout competitions, and NASCAR stock car rides. All this and more await you at the 28th annual Summit Racing Lone Star Nationals at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. The Summit Racing Retail Super Store in Arlington isn’t all that far away, either. More info at the Goodguys website. 6

RacingJunk.com Hosting Seminar at 2019 PRI Show RacingJunk.com has announced it will be hosting a seminar titled ‘Maximizing Digital Business Development Partnerships’ at the 2019 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) tradeshow. The seminar will include panelists who will share expertise on how digital partnerships have been critical for their growth in today’s market.

Currently partnering with over 50 motorsports-based properties, RacingJunk gathered contacts from its most successful partnership campaigns to speak on the panel. Panelists will include: radio personality Jim Beaver; the founder of Car Chix, Jeanette DeJardins; Tulsa Raceway Park co-owner Keith Haney; Lucas Oil Speedway’s General Manager Danny Lorton; Director of Corporate Partnerships at IRG Sports + Entertainment Hector Scarano; Strategic Communications Director at Two Rivers Marketing Erica Miller; and Miller Electric Motorsports Marketing Manager Andy Weyenberg. The seminar will be moderated by RacingJunk’s Manager of Business Development Mark Menadier. The seminar will take place Saturday, Dec. 14 from 8-9 a.m. at the Indiana Convention Center, Room 236. The group will share their knowledge of how to best develop a successful digital marketing partnership strategy by maximizing email, social media and content promotional efforts. It will also explore the importance of creating clear communication guidelines and expectations between all involved. Light food and drink will be served. All interested attendees are asked to RSVP to ccote@motorheadmedia.com by Dec. 2 to guarantee a seat. 7

DEC 2019: DEC 7: SPRING HILL TN: RAT TRAP RACING CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE & HOT ROD GATHERING: You are invited to come on out to our annual Open House and Hot Rod Gathering. Drive your cool ride out and show it off. Check out the race shop and the FueL altered and all the Land Speed cars. Light refreshments will be served. FREE TO ATTEND! Plenty of parking for all those hot rods, muscle cars, exotics, classics and

trick trucks. Event location is at 3710 John Lunn Rd, Bldg. 3. Event runs from 12noon to 4pm. We look forward to seeing everyone for some Christmas Cheer! DEC 7: COMMERCE GA: NORTHEAST GEORGIA SWAP MEET: Automotive and motorcycle swap meet. Event held at the ATLANTA DRAGWAY located at 500 E. Ridgeway Rd. 250-350 vendors every month. For more info go to www.NEGeorgiaSwapMeet.com or call 706-424-5035 DEC 7: MURFREESBORO TN: C/10 CLUB BIKE & TOY DRIVE: Santa sayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SUMMERS OVER! Event being held at Burks Upholstery located at 1056 Seals Way. DEC 7: MAYFIELD KY: Christmas Classic Car Show: Event being held at the Mayfield Plaza parking lot, 1102 Paris Road. Times: 10:00am - 2:00pm. Register 10am Noon, Entry Fee $15.00. Door prizes, 50/50 drawing, TOP 20 Awards at 1:30pm, Music, Free to Spectators. Welcome ALL makes and models. A portion of the proceeds to help kids at Christmas time. For more info, call Tom Ravellette 270-2060398. DEC 7: LAVERGNE TN: Happy Holidays from Gateway Classic Cars: Happy Holidays from Gateway Classic Cars. Join us from 10 am - 3 pm for our annual Holiday Party!

Food - Music Games and Family Fun. Hope to see you there! FREE ADMISSION WITH THE DONATION OF AN UNWRAPPED TOY! Event being held at the NASHVILLE Gateway Classic Cars located at 320 Tech Park Drive Southe Suite 600. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/953382681710571/

DEC 2019: DEC 7: OWENSBORO KY: Toy Cruise In For WBKR Christmas Wish 2019: It’s The 2019 WBKR Christmas Wish Toy Drive Cruise In. Bring New Unwrapped Toys~Cash~Or Turkeys & Hams! LET'S FILL SOME TRUCKS WITH TOYS FOR THOSE IN NEED! Event runs from 11am-4pm cst At Owensboro's TGIFridays Location On South Frederica St. (right across from the mall & the Christmas wish office). This Is a Joint Venture By: Kentucky HAWG Mafia / Bluegrass Biker News / Kentucky C/10 Club / Chinese Auction / Raffles / Food & Beverage Specials & More. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/579031185972817/ DEC 7: BRASELTON GA: 10TH Annual No Regrets Holiday Toy Drive Car & Truck Show: NO REGRETS 10th annual toy drive will be held this year at Year one in Braselton, Ga. on the 7th of December. Show entry is one unopened toy. Hope to see you there. Event starts at 9am at YEAR ONE. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/474052806728102/ DEC 7: SHELBYVILLE TN: CHARITY CAR SHOW COAT DRIVE: Hosted by the Duck River Gear Headz. Admission is $5.00 per person or warm clothing. Event runs from 9am – 9pm. Being held at 2119 Midland Rd. Mule Town Mobile Dyno will be at event. Live auction at 4pm. Trophies will be awarded in many classes. Family fun event. Activities for kids of all ages. NO ALCOHOL PERMITTED. For more info call 931-6391968 DEC 8: PALM BEACH FL: 6TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE: Event being hosted by Cars & Coffee Palm Beach. Event runs 8am – 12 noon. Event being held at Palm

Beach Outlets. Toys collected for the Childrens Healing Institute.

DEC 2019: DEC 6-8: LONE OAK TX: 15TH ANNUAL TURKEY DRAG—CAR, TRUCK, AND BIKE SHOW: $40 show vehicle pre-registration, $40 day of event/registration, spectators $10. Awards top 100 open class plus over a dozen specialty awards, Top 20 under construction. 10

DEC 2019: DEC 7: TUCSON AZ: 10TH ANNIVERSARY TUCSON MOPAR CLUB CAR SHOW: Calling all MOPAR club members! Event being held at TUCSON Dodge located at 4220 E 22nd St. Hosted by the TUCSON MOPAR CLUB. Event runs from 11am – 2pm. Free car show entry, prizes and free food & music For more info call 520-745-1000 or go to https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMoparClub/ or www.tucsondodge.com DEC 7: AUSTIN TX: LEAD SLED SANTA 2019: Our annual LeadSled Santa event is at the Austin Speed Shop located at 3507 Champman Lane. Event runs from 12-5pm. Don’t miss out this year! We have all been working hard to give you a day full of off -beat holiday fun for the whole family. $5 at the gate -kids are free- ($10 to show a car) gets you in to enjoy the vintage car and bike show hosted by the Austin Rumble Cats, beer provided by 805, music by The Del Vipers, Gas Alley, The Loch Ness Rockers, Hubcap Stealers, and for $10 per image have your photo taken with Austin’s own LeadSled Santa on his custom culture inspired set by HEAVY GLOW. Pro-

ceeds to benefit Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. Follow us on Instagram at @leadsledsanta and check out the website bit.ly/LeadSledSanta DEC 7: FORT WORTH TX: HOT ROD TRINITY: Pre’63 Classic car show. Event being held at 2200 Trinity Park Dr. Texas T and the Shine Runners will be there. DEC 8: LAMESA TX: TOY & COAT DRIVE & CAR MEET: Event runs from 11am-5pm. Event being held in the NAPA Parking lot at 310 North 4th. Free burger with every donation. Special appearance from Santa. Bring or drop off a new unwrapped toy or unused childres outer coat.

DEC 2019: DEC 7: SANTA FE SPRINGS CA: MOONEYES XMAS PARTY: Located at the MOONEYES complex at 10820 Norwalk Blvd. We are happy to finally announce that we are going to have Christmas Bash at MQQNEYES USA. There will be live pintriping, DJ, special sale and more! Also, @vonhotrod will be there. Hot Rods & Customs. Rain or Shine. Mark your calendar and let’s get together in Santa Fe Springs. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/Mooneyes/ 12

DEC 2019: DEC 7: MODESTO CA: CHRISTMAS CAR SHOW: Located at Regal Theater, 3969 McHenry Ave. Christmas toys for local Charities. Show time 10am-2pm. Rain date Sat 14th. Open to all cars and motorcycles. Entry: one toy, minimum $10 Value. Huge raffle, Sponsored awards and food will be available. For more info: 521-471-6745. DEC 7: NEWBURY CA: 3rd ANNUAL CONE JO VALLEY CARS & COFFEE SPARK OF LOVE TOY DRIVE: Located at O’reilly auto parts, 737 Wendy Dr. Bring a new unwrapped Toy for kids ages 1-18, firetrucks from VCFD station 35, Coffee and special treats and Trophies and giveaway prizes. Show time 8am-11am DEC 8: POMONA CA: POMONA SWAP MEET & CLASSIC CAR SHOW: George Cross & Sons, presents the West Coast's Largest Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show at the Fairplex. You'll find over 2,500 vendor spaces full of hard to find car parts and accessories at low swap meet prices. Thousands of original and restored Corvettes, Porsches, Street Rods, Volkswagens and pre-1985 Classic Cars will be on display

and for sale. Hours: 5am to 2pm, rain or shine, we swap. Admission $10.00 per adult, children 12 and under, FREE. Contact: 714-538-7091 or pomonaswapmeet.com DEC 8: POMONA CA: 5TH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE: Hosted by the C/10 Club & Friends. Event runs 5am – 2pm. Event being held at the Fairplex in Pomona as part of the Pomona Swap Meet. DEC 8: VAN NUYS CA: 11TH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE: Located at Valley Relics Museum, 7900 Balboa Blvd. Enter on Stagg St. Please bring a new unwrapped gift, gift cards

and cash are also welcome.

EVERY SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located at 633 Frazier Drive. NCC is a free to attend Shine and Show event. If you are a vendor, car club or if you have any questions, please send us a message. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/nashvillecarsncoffee/ HENDERSONVILLE TN: Community Cars and Coffee Cruise-In: Cruise location is at Community Church parking lot, 381 West Main Street (behind McDonalds). Hours: 7 to 10 am, thru October 26th. Cruise being held on every Saturday morning. NO Loud Music, NO Burn-Outs! For more info contact, Wayne, 615-582-1958 events/288777841667635/

1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : MIDDLETOWN OH: HORSEPOWER FARM CARS & COFFEE CRUISE IN: Held the 1st Saturday of every month all year long Rain or Shine. Come and join us Saturday December 7th. We do have a nice warm garage if the weather is bad. This will be a busy day. We will have the Canine Dogs here with their handlers and Santa will Parachute in at 10:30 so come get your picture taken with Santa. Also we will be collecting Toys for the Marines Toys for Tots program so please bring your toys and please don't wrap them. Free donuts and Coffee and donations are accepted to support the Blue Skies Warrior Fund and Matt Haverkamp foundation to support the Canines Dogs and Toys for Tots. We will start at 8AM and go until 6PM so folks have all day to drop by and bring their toys. Last Year we filled over 10 large boxes with toys so we hope to beat that record this year. Please call with any questions. Opie 937-477-0450. Event being held at the HorsePower Farm located at 2227 Trinity Dr. MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MORRIS IL: WENDY’S CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: Every Monday Night from 5-9 at the Wendy’s on Rt 47. Cruise-In, free small frosty or drink. Dash plaques while they last. Car Cruises, outdoor movies, concerts on the first Monday June –October. We meet all year on every Monday. Call Ken at 815-942-2032, or just show up.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S:

CHANDLER AZ: HAPPY HOUR CAR SHOW & LIVE MUSIC: Cruise held every Friday Night. Cruise is held at the Patio at the Forum located at 2301 S Stearman Drive. Cruise runs from 4-8pm. Free wood fired pizza from 5-6:30apm. Bring your cars or just come and have fun. PASADENA TX: FREDDYS STEAKBURGERS FRIDAY NIGHT CAR, TRUCK & BIKE MEET: Cruise happens every Friday night from 6-10pm. Takes place at the Freddy's location at 4637East Sam Houston Pkwy. Open to all makes & models. Kid & pet friendly. No burnouts and no revving. 1st FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: ORO VALLEY AZ: 1st FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (Northside). Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm on 1st Friday of the month. 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. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/Northsidecruisein/ 1st SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: SAN TAN VALLEY AZ: SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRUISE-IN: Hosted by the Saturday Night Cruisers. Cruise runs from 4pm - ??. Cruise starts Oct. 7th and runs on the 1st Saturday of the month. Being held at Freddy’s Steakburgers at the corner of Hunt Hwy & Gary Rd. Music, raffles, Peoples Choice Award, Steakburgers & frozen custard and lights…we have lights. Win a $25 gift Certificate from Freddy’s every cruise night. For info call 480-204-6201

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN GARDEN GROVE CA: GARDEN GROVE MAIN ST CAR SHOW: Cruise is held every Friday night from 5-8pm. Enter on north side off Acacia Pkwy. Hot Rods, Muscle cars, trucks, trophies, awards, raffles, music, food and vendors. Bring your friends and family for good times. LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH CRUISE NIGHT: Held every Friday. Meet at Rosie’s at Dog Beach Parking lot. Leave the beach at 8pm. Head to the IN-N-Out in Signal Hill over around 9pm. For more info go to Long Beach

SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN LOS GATOS CA: CLASSIC CRUISING: Cruising every Saturday Night starting at 7pm. Cruise is on unless it rains. Cruise is held at Classic Burgers of Los Gatos at 15737 Los Gatos 1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE-IN’S: MOUNTAIN VIEW CA: CARS AND COFFEE: Hosted by the GOOMBAH’s Car Club benefitting The Family Giving Tree. Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 7-9am. Cruise is held at the KRISPY KREME & COSTCO located at 2146 Leghorn St (Rendstorff & 101). Everyone is welcome. For more info go to www.goombahcarclub.com or INSTAGRAM @goombahs_cc 2nd SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : PLEASANTON CA: CARS & COFFEE: Held on the 2nd Sunday morning of each moth. Runs from 7-11am at Dr Beanz located at 4299 Valley Ave. Bring your Vintage, Exotic, Foreign, Hot Rod, Truck or Motorcycles. Follow them on INSTAGRAM @ptown_coffee BERKELEY CA: GEARS & BEERS CRUISE: Cruise held on the 2nd Sunday afternoon of the month. Cruise runs from 12-3pm. Cruise held at the GILMAN Brewing Company located at 912 Gilman St. Parking is available in the back of the building. Please respect the premises, no burnouts or exhibition of speed. NAPA CA: NAPA VALLEY HOT RODS CRUISE: Cruise is held on the 2nd Sunday morning from 8-10am. Cruise is held at the NAPA Premium Outlets located at 629 Factory Stores Dr. All cars welcome.

Photography by Michael Corazzelli Story by Jimmy B

Some of the West’s top automotive builders and owners showed off their colorful customized cars at the 69th Sacramento Autorama at Cal Expo. The primary sponsor was O’Reilly Auto Parts. Billed as one of the longest-running indoor car shows in the world, this year’s event spotlighted more than 400 custom cars, hot rods, classics, motorcycles and specialty vehicles from across the nation. This vehicles competed for dozens of awards in various classifications. As in past years, the show touted the area’s significant role in California’s post-World War II car-craze era, when Sacramento became known as the “Kustom Capital of the World.” Live music, celebrity appearances, vendor booths and special exhibits were also set up throughout Cal Expo. In addition to the hundreds of vehicles competing for awards, hundreds more cars were on display in the Butch Gardner Clubhouse at the Cal Expo Pavilion building and the outdoor Autorama Drive-In near Building A on Saturday and Sunday. Numerous awards – including the 8foot-tall H.A. Bagdasarian World’s Most Beautiful Custom award – was handed out on Sunday. The Autorama was started by the late Sacramento businessman Harold 22

Bagdasarian in 1950. While serving as president of the local Capitol City Auto Club Thunderbolts, he talked club members into hosting a show to settle friendly arguments over the merits of their customized cars. The initial show, held at a downtown Sacramento auto dealership, had 22 entries. Bagdasarian promoted subsequent shows, which steadily grew in participation and attendance. Show ownership has changed hands over the years. Current show owner Rancho Cucamonga businessman John Buck, took over in 2005 and runs it and other automotive gatherings under the business name Rod Shows. “We had a great weekend with awesome weather, and even better custom cars,” Buck said Besides the massive Bagdasarian trophy, the show’s “Big B” awards pay homage to the Sacramento area’s rich custom -car history: The Sam Barris Memorial Award is a tribute to the late customizing wizard. Along with brother George Barris – the late maker of numerous handcrafted autos appearing in movies and TV series – the Illinois natives moved to Roseville and helped set off the post-World War II California custom-car craze. The Joe Bailon Award recognizes Joe “Candy Apple Red” Bailon, the Northern 23

California customizer who created the color that became synonymous with his name. The Dick Bertolucci Automotive Excellence Award – presented to the car with the best craftsmanship in assembly, fit, finish and detail – is a tribute to the longtime owner of Bertolucci’s Body and Fender Shop in Sacramento. Decades ago, Bertolucci established a national reputation as a top-tier car restorer, and his personal car collection is considered world-class. Many other awards were handed out by the ISCA to the different class winners too. Add in many vendors and activities for the kids, and a great gearhead weekend was had by everyone in attendance. Make you plans now to attend the 70th SACRAMENTO AUTORAMA in 2020...it only gets better with age.

DEC 2019: DEC 14: LAVERGNE TN: Nashville Christmas Car Show: Hosted by Streetside Classics, 6000 Reliance Drive. Times: Noon - 3:00pm. Streetside Classics proudly presents our 2019 Christmas Car Show! Benefiting charity, Streetside's annual gathering is a family friendly event with all makes and models welcome. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/758145958035565/? notif_t=event_calendar_create&notif_id=1572822552134497 DEC 14: CLARKSVILLE TN: Toys for Tots hosted by Clarksville Gearhead Club: Event to be held at Governor's Square Mall, 2801 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, (Exit 4). Rain Date: December 15th. Times: 12pm - 3pm. Bring an un-wrapped toy (s) and be entered into a drawing for raffle items. Each toy will grant you one ticket. Please come out and support this event. Out Toys for Tots has over 900 children and each one is needing toys. DEC 2019: DEC 12-14: INDIANAPOLIS IN: 32ND ANNUAL PRI TRADE SHOW: Event being held at the LUCAS OIL Arena. 32nd Annual PRI Indiana Trade Show will consist of products from the Automobile Industry, Cars, Car Parts, Racing and Modification. Over 4000 industry leaders and professionals will be in attendance. For more info go to the PRI Website: http://www.performanceracing.com/tradeshow/show_hours.html DEC 2019: DEC 15: OXNARD CA: MURPHY CARS AND CHRISTMAS: Special guest; St Nick! Show time 10-3pm. Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cookies, drinks and free Hot Wheels! Bring an unwrapped GIFT for the Ventura County Toy Drive! Located at The Murphy Auto Museum, 1930 Eastman. Special $5 entry. For more info: www.murphyautomuseum.org. or david@murphyautomuseum.org

DEC 2019: DEC 15: CANOGA PARK CA: TOY DRIVE & CAR & BIKE SHOW: Event hosted by the San Fernando Valley Car & Truck Club Council. Event being held at the Canoga Park ELKS Lodge #2190 located at 20295 Osborne St. Show times are Roll in 7am-10am. Show time is 10am-3pm. Vehicle & Bike entry fee is a toy worth $10.00 or more or $10.00 without toy. All toys and money collected will go to Hope of the Valley. Admission is free but all public toy donations accepted. Registration day of the event only. Beer garden & food available. Many awards to be presented. 50/50 and raffles. Club with the most toys donated wins a custom 48” x 120” full color banner. For more show info call 818-389-3553

By Dick Raczuk BRAKE SHOES—Perfect Fit! Here is a little brake shoe tip I’d like to pass on. It’s really hard to find someone to arc your new brake shoes. Here is a solution I came up with over 8 years ago. I cut the shoe as shown in picture. Then I clamped the shoe in two places to the drum. This gave me the true arc that matched the drum I was looking for. I then welded it up as shown. Still working good after over 10K miles. Getting ready to do it again. These were big Lincoln brakes on my roadster.

Dick Raczuk is a long time Hot Rodder as well as having created and owned KERKER Mufflers and now owns KOUL TOOLS. Corp. 31

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