Pigeon Forge Rod Run April Event 2022

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CHECK OUT Color Your own Hot Rod on Page 33

Want to know what’s happening at the show and when? Check out the Event Schedule and don’t forget to check out winners from Spring, and pictures too throughout the magazine!

parts | 10

Need to find parts for your classic, street or hot rod? Check out some of these dealers and products available, find them at the show or online. Enjoy the Article on Wiring Tips!

vendors | 18

Vendor Map 22 & 23. Find your favorite vendor or see all the great businesses you CAN visit!

*Map List is of March 17, 2022

food&fun | 24

While you’re here at the show and want to find some fun & food outside of the event, we have given you maps and some great places to check out!

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Looking for a new project or one that’s already restored? Take a look at some for sale by private individuals & from classic car dealers too!

A stroll through a classic car show can sure bring back memories — especially for the visitors who grew up attending shows and now reminisce on the “good ole days.” It can also be a great opportunity to create new memories with your children or grandchildren.

Coming to the Rod Run and hearing people’s memories of the cars their folks had, or a friend of theirs in high school had, is all part of the ambiance that makes these shows so great.

Everybody remembers their first car and the feeling of freedom driving their friends around town in a really cool set of wheels. Maybe they even recall the cross-country trip they spent in the back seat of their parents’ car... or their very first car show.

Keeping that in mind, I just want to suggest this: take your time, talk to those around you, like other show goers, or those who brought their car to showcase. Find out their stories — what made them choose that car or that color? You may find inspiration for your own projects and make new friends.

In this fast paced world where people would rather post a “Happy Birthday” meme on your Facebook instead of calling you, don’t leave the Rod Run without making a few human connections.

April 7 - 8 - 9, 2022

thursday, april 7: 9AM-6pm friday, april 8: 9AM-6pm

• TEDDY MUELLER

• ROWLAND HADDOCH

• JILL SAVOY

• EDDIE WHITE

• RICK VALENZA

• LARRY ZENT

• JENNINGS WHITE

• LYNN HARRIS

• CURTIS ATKINS

• RHETT DAVID

• ANDREW GAMBLE

• RANDY WEST

• KENNY BRAZELL

• LONG DISTANCE

the ultimate 5

• ANDREW BOWEN 1932 FORD

• GERRY & MITZI BAILEY

• TAMMY RAY

• CHARLES WYNN

• GARY RAJCOK

1968 CHEVY PICKUP

1962 CHEVY

1958 CHEVY CORVETTE

1969 CHEVY CAMARO

1932 FORD

1933 FORD COUPE

1957 CHEVY

1970 CHEVY PICKUP

1956 CHEVY BEL-AIR

1977 FORD BRONCO

1969 CHEVELLE

1968 CHEVY CAMARO

1969 CHEVY CAMARO

CONNIE MURPHY

• PROMOTERS CHOICE TIM RAMSEY

• JASON MODE

• ROBERT HICKEY

• ROBERT FINNIN

• MIKE DIEHL

• J.R. LAFOLLETTE

• BILL WALTON

• ROGER MOORE

• KEITH LANE

• MIKE CLOYD

• JOHNNY GOLDEN

• DOUG RETTICH

• RANDY POWE

CHEVY NOMAD

CHEVY WAGON

• PROMOTERS CHOICE BOBBY JUSTIS 1965 CORVETTE

• PROMOTERS CHOICE JASON BROGAN 1966 CHEVY C-10

• DANNY’S ROD SHOP COOL PICK ANDREW BOWEN 1932 FORD

• FLATWOODS PICK JENNINGS WHITE 1957 CHEVY

• METAL BROTHERS PICK CURTIS ATKINS

• CHECKERED RACING PICK KEITH LANE

• FARRIS INSURANCE COOL PICK LEO DENNY

• ATOMIC SPEED SHOP PICK GARY RAJCOK

• DAVE’S TRUCK PARTS PICK JOHNNY GOLDEN

• ET COOL CAT PICK DEAN VARNADORE

• PEOPLE’S CHOICE KEITH LANE

CHEVY BEL-AIR

CHEVY PICKUP

CHEVY

HEMI CHARGER

CHEVY PICKUP

FORD FALCON

CHEVY PICKUP

1967 CHEVY CAMARO

1933 GOLD DIGGER

1969 CHEVY CAMARO

1968 HEMI CHARGER

1968 CHEVY C-10

1969 CHEVY PICKUP

1937 FORD COUPE

1969 CHEVY CAMARO

1932 FORD COUPE

1957 CHEVY NOMAD

1971 CHEVY PICKUP

1950 CHEVY PICKUP

1969 CHEVY CAMARO

1972 CHEVY PICKUP

1969 CHEVY CAMARO

1969 FORD MUSTANG

A Classic Act: A Conversation With The First Lady Of Auto Racing

When did you first catch car fever?

Linda Vaughn: Jimmy Newberry, my very first boyfriend, had a beautiful turquoise and white ‘56 Chevrolet. After I had dated him a couple of times, the ‘57s came out, and I fell madly in love with his new ‘57 Chevy -- and with him. We had so many ‘55, ‘56 and ‘57 Chevys in town, and every Friday night the main street of Dalton would be full of cars. We would go to Bobby’s Drive-In, then drag racing. I said to the other girls, “What if we form a club so we won’t be left out?” The guys were the Road Ravens; we were the Ravenettes. I made fried chicken and took it over to where they were working on their cars, so they could eat and we could hang out. Growing up in the ‘60s was so fabulous. We didn’t have drugs or killing. We had music and car shows and drag racing, and I learned how to hang out with the guys.

And your love for racing?

We wanted to compete, so the first summer we rented a landing strip in Dalton and had drag races there so the cops wouldn’t be after us. Jimmy started the club, his sister did the books, I sold tickets, my brother helped us, and we did well for a couple summers. It was so much fun, because guys from each town would hear about us and come over to try to beat us, but they had a hell of a time because we were that good. We whipped the hell out of Fords back then. Then they built a real drag-strip 17 miles south in Calhoun. Grady Pickle and Don Garlits built a top fuel dragster nearby, and I met Big Daddy at Pickle’s house.

You started with drags, but you loved all kinds of racing. Oh, yes. I even went Formula 1 racing with the Andrettis and became part of their team.

Do you have a favorite race?

My favorite race is the next one. Next week, I’ll be at the drag races at Pomona. Two weeks after that, my next favorite race is Daytona. Then my next favorite is the Long Beach Grand Prix. After that, here comes Indy! I spend the month of May at Indy with Nancy George, who owns the Speedway. She’s my dearest friend. I stay with her, and we hang out together all during May.

Have you felt the need to demonstrate that you’re more than a face and a body, that you also have a brain and a personality?

I’m always doing that. That’s why George Hurst loved me so, because I really sold the shifters. The looks will open the door and get you in, but what keeps you there is how smart you are, and what you bring to the pie, and I brought in a lot of racers and a lot of business. I sold millions of dollars’ worth of Hurst shifters all over the world.

Do you own any interesting cars?

Not like I used to. I’ve sold most of them, but I still have a couple Hurst Oldsmobiles and a hot rod that I built.

What moments stand out as your most memorable?

Some of the most memorable moments of my life were behind the scenes, and my friends are my joys. Great people like Dario Franchitti, and Ashley [Judd, his wife]. He is so lovely, so wonderful,

a Scotsman, and he knows that I was close to Jimmy Clark. Mario and his entire family have been extremely close. Little Al Unser was like a stepchild, and Arie [Luyendyk], who drove for us and won at Indy. There are so many, too many to mention. They all accepted me as their friend, and I was honored.

Are you still busy working today?

I’m still Miss Hurst Golden Shifter. I’ve been making guest appearances at some great car shows with George Barris. I’m still active at SEMA, and I’m at NHRA functions when they want me -- like at Big Daddy Garlits’ 80th birthday next week, where we’ll all be singing happy birthday to him. And I’m going to continue. I hope to write some books in the near future, that’s my goal. I told my mother that when I’m gone and people think about me or read about me, I want to be remembered like that ‘57 Chevrolet, a real classic. I love this industry and this sport, and love is forever. They have been my life. So I want to be remembered as a classic.

Excerpt from Motor Trend Classic interview 2013.

Top Ten Wiring Tips With Ron Francis Wiring

By JASON REISS Dragzine.com

One critical item that’s often overlooked in a race car project is the importance of the wiring installation and its quality. Put in simple terms, if it doesn’t look good, it probably isn’t. And even if it does look good, there are specific items that must be addressed during the installation process to ensure a quality job that won’t have you searching for issues in the pits, or worse, the staging lanes.

We caught up with the experts at Ron Francis Wiring in Chester, PA, to discuss some of the issues that novice, and even experienced installers should keep an eye out for when wiring up a new (or modifying an existing) installation.

You could tackle the task of wiring up your own hotrod using one of these nifty pre-terminated kits from Ron Francis Wiring, available for many different applications.

Ron Francis Wiring has been involved in the automotive industry for decades. The company was started by Ron Francis back in the 1970’s to address a segment of the performance aftermarket that was lacking at the time. Since then, the company has been placed in the more-than-capable hands of Scott Bowers, while Ron remains on staff to assist in research and development, along with providing email-based customer service.

Proper Grounding:

According to Bowers, there are ten items which can make or break your wiring installation. First and foremost is proper grounding of the harness and all related electrical items.

“Never overlook the importance of good grounds.” – Scott Bowers

“The importance of grounding is often overlooked. For any individual circuit, it equals half of the circuit and can cause havoc when a ground is compromised. Make sure paint, powdercoating and rust are cleared away for any grounding location,” he explains. We’ve all seen (or been) that racer who is constantly chasing electrical issues, with individual items not turning on or off when they are expected to – many times this can be directly traced to a poor ground.”

Copper Conductivity:

Directly related to the grounding issues are those induced by poor battery cable connections. Bowers tells us that many installers still ground the negative battery cable to the frame of a vehicle, but there’s one problem with that. “A little known fact is that steel only equals about 20 percent of the conductivity of copper. As a result, we always recommend running the negative battery cable directly to the engine block,” says Bowers.

Hot Starting:

Hot starting problems often can be traced to poor component design. “Do you have a Chevy engine that doesn’t want to start when it’s hot? Many times it’s due to the design of the start solenoid and the available power to it. If you can jump the two large posts of the solenoid and get the engine to crank over when hot, it’s the solenoid. The solution to this problem is to get maximum power to the solenoid by shortening the length of wire from the ignition switch to the solenoid. Many times a relay to do this is the best bet,” he explains.

Prevent Fires:

Many racers and enthusiasts are still in the habit of installing a fusible link, as those are what had previously been provided by the OEM’s for years. Old habits die hard in the performance industry, and fusible links are no longer an accepted way to wire a performance vehicle. “Have you ever seen one of these things light off? There’s a reason why they are not used any more. Consider a Maxi Fuse,” he says.

As seen here, a fusible link is a poor choice when wiring a vehicle. RFW’s Scott Bowers suggests Maxi fuses instead to handle larger current loads.

Maxi fuses are fast-acting, blade-style fuses that have been designed to take on larger loads than a regular ATC or ATO-style fuse, and have become the industry standard for vehicle circuit protection. Maxi fuses are commonly rated from 20 to 120 amps.

Alternator Importance:

The alternator is also critical and misconceptions abound regarding the proper sizing of these units. Bowers explains, “First off, alternators only put out the amount of amperage that an electrical system needs. Bigger is, for the most part here, better. Next, as a rule of thumb, you should never constantly demand more than 80% of the alternator’s rating. So, a 100 amp alternator should never expect to deliver more than 80 amps continuously. Also consider that at idle, an

alternator is only putting out a fraction of its rated capacity. Idle speed and pulley sizes do come into play here as it can affect alternator RPM at idle.”

Using the proper wire size is critical for the performance of alternators and starters. Four gauge wire is a virtual necessity for these components.

The Right Product For The Application:

What about the wires themselves? According to Bowers, the type, size, and insulation style play a large part in ensuring their effectiveness. “Today’s vehicles use cross-linked wire. This wire comes in not only different gauges but different insulation thicknesses. Some of their designations

are TXL, GXL and SXL. An easy way to identify this series of wire is their dull color appearance. Older automotive-grade wire is called Primary or PVC wire. The big difference here is that cross-linked wire insulation will not drip off the conductor if overheated or exposed to flame like Primary or PVC wire,” he says.

The gauge (or thickness) of wire to use for power cabling depends specifically on how much electrical current the component to be powered will consume under operating (and overload) conditions. Wiring sizes measure from smallest to largest on a numerical scale, with zero for the largest size of wire and larger numbers as the wire size decreases.

This diagram illustrates proper vehicle grounding – both to the engine block, and also directly back to the battery, as your vehicle’s steel frame has only 20% of the conductivity as copper wire does.

Typically an automotive application will have at most 00-gauge wire at the battery connections, starters and batteries using 4 or 6-gauge wire, and smaller electrical components like fuel pumps and fans using 12 to 16-gauge wire. 16-gauge wire is often used in headlight and taillight applications. Proper wire sizing needs to be selected based upon the amp draw of the

when using an electric cooling fan. High-draw components like fans and fuel pumps should always be run through a relay.

Back To The Ground:

Revisiting the alternator and ground issue, Bowers says, “Many do not realize that the alternator depends on a good ground to complete a circuit path as well. Powdercoating and/or painting will compromise the grounds and will cause charging problems for sure. We’ve even heard of some alternator manufacturers shipping alternators with ground wires.”

Relays:

Carrying the current load through a switch is also a no-no, according to Bowers. “Be sure to use relays on heavy amperage items like electric fans and fuel pumps. Putting a heavy load through switches not designed for it can greatly reduce their life and leave you down and out between rounds. Plus, when these items are not running on a relay, they may end up generating enough power to keep the engine running after shut down, making you scratch your head.”

Be sure to use relays on heavy amperage items like electric fans and fuel pumps. Putting a heavy load through switches not designed for it can greatly reduce their life and leave you down and out between rounds. – Scott Bowers

component. When in doubt, go one gauge bigger and you should be in good shape. A proper fan relay kit like this one will turn the fan on and off at pre-determined values and will offer you a measure of protection

On the subject of electrical relays, you can’t necessarily assume a relay is good if you can hear it click during operation. If you suspect there is an issue, the test process is simple. You need an ohmmeter to check and see which pins are connected to each other. You should typically find an ohm value of 50 to 120 ohms between two of the pins – this is the control circuit. The remaining two pins should read either OL (infinite) if it’s a normally open relay, or 0 ohms (continuity) if it’s a normally closed relay.

If the coil (two connected pins) show a value of less than 50 ohms, it could not be operating properly and replacement is suggested. If none of the pins show a coil value, and all show OL or 0 ohms, it should also be replaced.

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Sending Unit Values

One item we’ve encountered before on our own projects is that of improper sending unit values – it was a pain in the butt to diagnose, yet there’s a simple solution. Bowers explains, “If you use aftermarket gauges (or non-original gauges to the vehicle), make sure the gauge(s) use the same value sending units as what’s installed in the engine/vehicle. The user might deem the wiring as the culprit, but many times the reason is new sending units were not used. If the gauge manufacturer has provided new sending units, use them, unless you can determine their operating range is equal to the one you are using.”

Having the proper tools is critical to achieving your goal – which is all of the components working properly, all of the time. Buy a good set of crimpers and wire strippers, use soldering techniques whenever possible, and avoid wire taps at all costs!

Sending Units or Sensors?

This last one may be common sense, but if there’s anything we’ve realized in years of working with automobiles, it’s that common sense often flies out the window when you get wrapped up in trying to diagnose an issue with wiring. “Many enthusiasts confuse gauge sending units and fuel injection sensors. They are different and their values are different. Make sure to use sending units for gauges, and sensors for fuel injection,” he says.

While we certainly haven’t covered every wiring issue you may encounter during your build, we hope we’ve addressed some of the major items to get you off on the right foot. Scott Bowers and the team at Ron Francis Wiring have

been instrumental in helping us understand some of the pitfalls that enthusiasts may run into, and have given us a solid leg up on any potential issues we may face in the future. There’s something to be said for experience, and this group of craftsmen and women have it in spades. Check out the shop tour!

Article Sources

Ron Francis Wiring https://www.ronfrancis.com (800) 292-1940

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jason Reiss jreiss@powerautomedia.com

Jason draws on over 15 years of experience in the automotive publishing industry, and collaborates with many of the industry’s movers and shakers to create compelling techneical articles and highquality race coverage.

Hunters Custom Auto

So what has Hunter’s Custom Auto accomplished in those 54 years of great service? Bringing it’s customers and followers the top of the line happenings of custom Hot Rod, Muscle Cars, you name it, they’ve customized it! Cars don’t just appear, they evolve, built on the technology & style of what came before. That’s what makes Hunters Custom Auto the best, they’ve worked on vehicles through their evolutions!

Hunter’s has just moved to a new location- but don’t worry! The same knowledgeable staff is there to help guide you and create the best custom pieces your heart desires, at almost any budget!

The new location boasts 20,000 square feet of Custom Hot Rod Happenings from custom wheels and tires (mounted, balanced, alignment), raise or lower trucks, tint windows, and so much more! They can even be your Jeep headquarters too! One of the great things about Hunter’s Custom Auto is that they carry such a wide variety of products! They are a “Master Distributor” for Billet Specialties, Vintage Air, Classic Gauges, American Racing, Riddler Wheels, Nitto Tires, BF Goodrich Tires, US Mags, Fuel Off Road, XD Series Wheels -just to name

Can’t make it out to their new location at 955 East Trinity Lane in Nashville, TN? They ship World Wide! Plus you can always find them at the best shows across the country, like the Pigeon Forge Rod Run. So why wait for the next show to catch them in your area, just head on over to www.hunterscustom.com.

A trip to the little town of Lynchburg, TN for the Jack Daniels Distillery Tour is a must-do for any whiskey lover...

When it comes to American whiskey, there’s no name more well-known than Jack Daniels. The distinctive Old No.7 bottles can be spotted easily at almost every bar and liquor store in the country and a Jack and Coke continues to be a staple decade after decade. Heck, Jack Daniels has even woven its way through our radios with singers from David Allen Coe to Eric Church to Kesha all paying tribute to the legendary brown elixir from Lynchburg, TN.

Once you’ve learned all about the oldest registered distillery in the US and how their whiskey is made, it’s time to try some. We walked through the doors of one of the barrel houses and were seated with trays of Jack Daniels whiskeys in front of us as well as a complimentary whiskey glass souvenir.

After trying five variations of Jack Daniels, the tour concluded, and we exited into the little liquor store with a huge selection of Jack products. Of course, we had to buy a bottle and settled on one of the Angel’s Share limited release bottles. They also offer onsite bottle engraving if you really want to immortalize your visit.

The brand is so iconic nearly 300,000 people a year make a pilgrimage to Lynchburg to tour the distillery, and this fall, we were some of them…

Half the fun of the Jack Daniels Distillery Tour is just getting to Lynchburg. The town of just over 6,000 isn’t just off a highway exit somewhere. It’s down in the hills and hollers of Tennessee, and to get there, you take some beautiful two lane roads that twist and turn their way down to the town. It’s the kind of place you have to want to get to. You’re not just going to stumble into the Jack Daniels Distillery. (And thanks to the fact its a dry county, you aren’t going to stumble your way out either.)

Once at the distillery, you’re immediately

greeted by a large statue of the man himself, Jack Daniels. Surrounding him is a host of displays about the area, the distilling process, and even their bottle designs from over the years.

When it comes to the tours, you have several options ranging from a short bus tour to the dry-tour to the“Taste of Lynchburg” tour featuring not only a tour and some whiskey samples but a country meal at the nearby Miss Mary Bobo’s. We took the “Flight of Jack Daniel’s Tour,”which we’d venture to say is the most popular choice since it includes a whiskey tasting.

After corralling our group, the tour guide, complete with a thick and charming southern draw, took us outside for a group photo before putting us on a little bus to take us to the start of the tour. The tour itself consists of several stops as you walk through both the historic sites and active distillery operations. One of our favorite stops was Jack’s old office which features the very safe that led to his untimely death. (We’d tell you the story, but we think you should just wait until you take the tour!)

From his old office, you make your way into the actual production facilities where you learn each step in the process of their distilling. Of course, for most of us, the tour was all building to one thing- the tasting session!

When you’re done at the distillery, it’s just a short walk to the town square of Lynchburg. Here you’ll find the delicious Miss Bobo’s as well as other spots for a bite. There’s also plenty of quaint little shops and even a good size Jack Daniels gift shop.

Overall, the trip to Jack Daniels Distillery did not disappoint. From the history to the process of distilling, it was all fascinating and well-organized. It’s a perfect day trip from Nashville or a good detour for anyone traveling through Tennessee.

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HARDWARE PLUS HENSON, DAVE

HOFF, THOMAS

HOLY BEARDZ, LLC

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RANDALL, TIM

SHOWTIME AUTO CARE

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SMOKEY ROAD ROD SHOP

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SOUTHERN CRUIZIN MOBILITY

SOUTHERN ROD & PARTS

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TERRY’S CHROME

TKM -A&P AUTOMOTIVE

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10x20 $4699

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12x28 $6499 12x32 $7299

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The Grand National F-100 Show 5-12 - 5/14

The Grand National F-100 Show is the largest classic Ford Truck Show in the country! The show is open to all classic Ford Trucks 1996 and older including F-150, F-250, and larger trucks. Spectator tickets are available online or at the gate for $15 each day or a three-day pass only available on Thursday for $35. Fore more information or to preorder tickets. visit www.gnf100show.com

PIGEON FORGE SPRING ROD RUN

9/16 - 9/17 - 9/18

The Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run is an event no car enthusiast wants to miss. This annual event is the largest car show in the Smoky Mountain region.

Thousands of people will be in attendance enjoying some of the best show cars in the country. There’s also a swap meet and huge car corral. In the past more than $8,000 has been awarded for King of the Hill, the Ultimate 5 and Top 25 show cars.

CARSHOWS/ CRUISEINS

RECURRING UPCOMING

CLARKSVILLE TN: FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN: Friday night cruise in! We’ll meet up at 1609 Fort Campbell Blvd at 8pm. Absolutely no burnouts, you’ll be banned from any future event without question. Every Friday night weather permitting! 8pm to 10pm. For more info go to https://www. facebook.com/clarksvillecarclub

MARYVILLE TN: FOOT HILLS CRUISE-IN:

5:00pm until whenever. Starts on the 1st Friday in April thru the last Friday in October. Weather Permitting. Open to ALL/ If you can Drive it you can bring it. (Cruise in to the Past). For more info and weekly updates go to https://www.facebook. com/events/759316261257014/

2nd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S :

KNOXVILLE TN: ADVANCED AUTO PARTS CRUISE NIGHTS: Come join Summer Knight Cruisers Knoxville each month year round for a night of cool rides, good people and family fun. All are welcome. Cruise is held on the 2nd Friday Night at 7700 Oak Ridge Hwy. Cruise starts at 5pm. Cruise runs year round as long as weather permitting and 60 degrees or above. https:// www.facebook.com/events/288777841667635/

1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S :

DALTON GA: Hot Mugs & Cool Bugs: Volkswagen Cruise-In: Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month weather permitting. Join us at Gypsy Soul & Co. located at 2962 Cleveland Rd, from 8am to 11am for Hot Mugs & Cool Bugs: Volkswagen Cruise-In! For more info go to https://www. facebook.com/events/758239608064730/?event_time_ id=758239608064730

1st Annual Iconic Car Show Hosted by Iconic Metal Works 5290 Shellsford Rd, McMinnville, TN 37110

May 21st, 2022 | 11am-4pm

Join us in honoring and benefiting our local McMinnville Police department and Warren County Sheriffs Office.

Marlow Volunteer Fire Department Cruise-In

Beech Park Baptist Church 1085 E. Tri County BLVD Oliver Springs, TN Saturday June 4th, 2022 | 9am-1pm

All Makes & Models Welcome! Dash plaques for first 100 participants, No Entry Fee, Donations Appreciated, Music Provided by Saltwater Cowboy Entertainment, Hot Dogs, Chips & Drinks Available for Purchase, Hosted by Fast N Classy Car Club Oak Ridge, TN. Proceeds will go towards the purchase of equipment to improve the safety of our Firefighters and help the department provide higher level services to the community. Marlowfire.org, Facebook/MarlowFire

3rd Annual Car Show Fellowship Missionary Baptist 4900 Harrison Rd, Lenoir City, TN 37771 June 11th, 2022 | 9am-2pm

$10 Entry Fee per car. Goody Bags for the first 75 cars! Dash plaques, Door prizes, Bake sale, and more food available. Proceeds go to benefit Senior Saints

38th Annual Moonshine Rod Run

City Park 240 Smith Str, Newport, Tennessee 37821

June 17th-18th, 2022

Fri: 9am-6pm, Sat: 9am-4pm

Presented by Hard Times Street Rod Club, Come out and meet Mark & Digger from Discovery Channel’s hit TV series Moonshiners, former NASCAR Busch Series (LMSD) Champion LD Ottinger, and others. Open To The Public...Free To Spectators...Free Parking

K-Town VW Explosion

Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center

July 9th & 10th, 2022

Registration Now Open! www.VWExplosion.com, Top 75, Cash Prizes, Games, Live Music, Food Trucks & More! Sponsors-Vendors-Swappers Call 865237-2254 for more info. Presented by Volunteer Volkswagen Association & GLW Enterprises LLC. A portion of the Proceeds to benefit Knox Area Rescue Ministries

3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Mustang Club 100 Commerce Street Clinton, TN 37716

September 10th, 2022 | 9am-Noon, Judging Noon-3pm Rain or Shine! Modified MCA Judging Rules will be used. Percentage of the profits will go to the Smoky Mountain Lions Club & Children’s Hospital. All are welcome! 40+ Trophies, Silent Auction, Door prizes, Dash plaques for the first 75 cars. Sponsored by Jerry Duncan Ford Lincoln.

COURTNEY HANSEN: FRIEND AND ADVOCATE OF THE AUTO HOBBY

Warnings often surround the act of meeting one’s heroes, as the odds favor great disappointment. However, Courtney Hansen’s fans know this risk pays off. Her personable demeanor and genuine passion for the four-wheeled community is quickly apparent.

Success in modeling and acting during her youth had planted solid roots for later pursuits in front of the camera. She first burst onto the automotive entertainment scene in 2004 as co-host of the hit car-makeover TV show “Overhaulin’.” Since then, Hansen has earned herself a unique niche as a spokesperson for car and truck enthusiasts in a variety of outlets. Additionally, she has fulfilled personal goals as a published author and philanthropist.

Courtney now counts five years of collaboration with the SEMA Action Network (SAN) among her credits. It all began in 2012 as she hosted an industry event on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.

Courtney recently answered the following questions about her journey:

You’ve become a household name in the automotive world. Is there a stand-out moment in your career?

The “Overhaulin’” TV show was the first to put my name “on the map” as a personality in the automotive realm. I just loved being a part of that amazing team with Chip Foose, Chris Jacobs and builders like Troy Trepanier. It was so cool to work with that caliber of people and get my hands dirty. I learned so much about cars and got to see different parts of the country while making people’s dreams come true. It was also an honor to write a book that was geared toward women and first-time car owners.

As a small-town girl growing up, how were you influenced by the local auto scene? I was a “pit kid” and totally influenced by being immersed in the automotive scene from the time I was born. I grew up in Orono, Minnesota, and we also had a cabin in Brainerd. My family owned Brainerd International Raceway. My dad Jerry raced Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and won 27 national championships. We were always with the best drivers and even celebrities like Paul Newman! He even stayed with us every year for about 15 years. While I believe that my enthusiasm for cars is in my blood, I’ve really learned to love them—the way they look, their sound, the smell and how they handle.

What are your special rides? I currently have a number of cool rides. My numbers-matching ’57 Ford Thunderbird named “Marilyn” is the perfect cruiser; I drive it almost every day. The ’70 Ford Mustang Mach I has a Boss 429 and was customized by DJ Funkmaster Flex. Bobby Alloway has talked about wanting to do some more to it. I have a ’70 Chevy Camaro Z-28 because I needed another Camaro in my life— my first car was an IROC-Z.

It’s commonly called “Holland’s car” since it’ll probably end up going to my daughter. It’s also a numbers-matching original so we might just restore that one. I’ve also got an ’06 Aston Martin DB9, which is my modern sports car. The supercharged, V8 Range Rover Sport is the “babyfriendly mobile.”

You love meeting fans, especially young women. Do you hope to inspire them to become fellow car enthusiasts? I often feel that I’m the ultimate car enthusiast. My passion for this hobby runs deep and gets stronger every day. I love seeing the “car kids” out at the shows. It makes me so happy to hear that they care what their families are driving, working on projects with their parents and coming to the races. If I’m one of those who is inspiring the next generation, I couldn’t be happier to have the role! In a time where it’s all about electronics and social media, it makes me so happy to know that automotive passion is staying alive through these kids.

What does your affiliation with SAN mean to you? What motivated you to become involved with the cause? I love the SAN membership because they’re out there protecting our hobby! I’m a big believer in the cause and am honored to support it. It’s just amazing to see how many are eager to get on board once they learn what it’s all about. Having been the daughter of a race-car driver, I fully appreciate efforts like the RPM Act. My dad wouldn’t have been able to enjoy his racing career without having the opportunity to convert street-driven vehicles for the track. Similarly, we wouldn’t have most of the big names in motorsports today for the very same reason. Efforts like this pull at my heart because I come from a racing family. I’m hoping to reach out to as many people as I can to spread the passion and keep the sport we love alive!

Keep up with her at www.CourtneyHansen.com.

COLOR YOUR OWN HOT ROD

Send a picture of your creation along with name, email address and phone number to info@hushh.club for a chance to win some Hot Rod Prizes!

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Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown Now Open!

FACE Amusement Group has officially opened Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown (2655 Teaster Lane Suite 100) at the Mountain Mile Shopping Complex. In partnership with famed chef, author, and Emmy Award-winning television personality Guy Fieri, the impressive 43,000 square foot family entertainment center, destined to become a "must do" option for Pigeon Forge visitors and locals alike, opened its doors on March 8, 2022.

The 300+ seat restaurant will showcase Fieri's famous culinary combinations, as well as a 14-lane Duck Pin bowling alley, over 10,000 square feet of state-of-the-art arcade games ranging from redemption to virtual reality and beyond, a full-service tropical Tiki bar, a photo opportunity in front of an iconic 1968 Chevy Camaro and many options for private parties.

"No matter where you go in this great country, I can put ya' on the road to Flavortown, real deal food and good times, that's what I'm all about. But there's one experience that I've been saving for a special time and place.

I'm talking next level, go big or go home, the ultimate party. And I'm bringing the great people of Pigeon Forge with me … to Downtown Flavortown. Scratch made food, craft cocktails, tiki bar, bowling, gaming … you name it, we're bringing it!" said Guy Fieri.

The menu will showcase Guy Fieri's awardwinning dishes, craft beers and cocktails. Among the favorites will be Trash Can Nachos served Motley Que BBQ-style in a tin tower stuffed with corn tortilla chips, house-made pork, cheddar cheese, black beans, cilantro, pico de gallo and more. Also on the menu will be the award-winning Bacon Mac 'N' Cheeseburger, with crispy applewood bacon, six cheese mac 'n' cheese, onion straws, LTOP (lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle), SMC (super melty cheese) and donkey sauce, all stacked on a garlic-buttered brioche bun.

In addition to the world-class menu, a full premium bar will include an extensive selection of liquors, wines, and beers, including craft. Chef Guy's craft cocktails will

feature worldwide bestsellers like the Caliente Margarita, Tattooed Mojito, and Guy's Famous BBQ Bloody Mary.

“This is a perfect pairing of a chef-focused restaurant with a family entertainment center, and a natural extension of our relationship with Guy Fieri and his team,” said Bucky Mabe, CEO of FACE. “Only the ultimate explorer of all-American flavor could mash-up this ridiculously exciting range of unexpected combinations that will be sure to turn a family night out into lifelong memories.”

Standard Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER Engine and Re-tuned Gearing

Outback Wilderness features a standard 260-horsepower directinjection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine that delivers 277 poundfeet of torque and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity. The drivetrain features re-tuned gearing with revised front and rear gear ratios for improved low-speed climbing – up to a 40-percent grade.

FOX BODY MUSTANG. $14,500 | Very clean, New leather interior, B303 Cam, GT40 Heads, GT40 intake w/70mm throttle body, JB Shorty headers, Aluminum radiator, 411 rear gear, Stage 2 clutch, Race star one piece aluminum wheels w/new tires, Frame stiffeners, traction bars No joy rides and

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CHEVROLET SILVERADO C10/K10

$9,000 | 4x4, Good tires, 4” Lift, Just had seat recovered. stock 350 crate motor and 350 turbo transmission has just been rebuilt at AAA Transmission in December. This is a really solid truck! This is my daily driver. No trades located in Lafayette, GA, 423-

Project RideMore is a way to expand your horizons of motorcycling. Guided by experienced and enthusiastic leaders, you will explore exciting roads, fantastic scenery, and historic

Experience what your motorcycle was built for and what you’ve been missing. Ride the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway “The Million Dollar Highway”, the Foothills

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“Our Family Serving Your Family”

If you are covered by a typical insurance policy, you may be paying too much and paying for the wrong kind of coverage. Standard automobile policies may not offer Agreed Value Coverage, so in the event of a loss, you will be offered a settlement amount (Actual Cash Value) less than what it will cost to replace your “pride and joy”. There’s more, standard auto policies don’t always give a price discount for the “care, custody and control” you give your collector automobile. In short, standard auto policies do not reflect an understanding of how fine collector cars are maintained and enjoyed.

However, we at Farris Insurance Agency Inc. can offer you an insurance program that really demonstrates the value and the uniqueness of your vintage or classic car(s). We can give you a better solution by working with experts who are collectors themselves. Grundy Worldwide, Hagerty Insurance and American Collectors, have been insuring these special vehicles for almost 50 years. We provide peace of mind protection to over 4000 car collector individuals and families.

Program Features:

• Coverage for individual cars and collections.

• Agreed Value Coverage.

• High liability limits.

• Unlimited “hobby” mileage.

• $0 deductible, NC has $50 deductibles.

• Prompt, fair claim service.

• Competitively priced.

• Excellent customer service. We have 30+ years writing collectors and collections.

It’s time to save some money, get a great rate on your collector car and have the “peace of mind” that comes from a job well done!

1968 HONDA CB 450. $5,000 | This is the first of the super bikes! Canada called them the HELLCAT, 444 cc 180• DOHC straighttwin engine., This is a great bike ready for restoration! RARE FIND865-224-1696

1929 FORD COUPE. $17,500 | all steelbuilt 302, 5spd, chrome wheels, no ps or brakes, on model a frame, paint has some flaws, leaks nothing, all lights work, Cash Only- Will Only Deal in Person! Call or Text before 9:30PM, Extra painted fenders to go with it, 865-368-8416-NO JOY RIDES

1940 CHEVROLET MASTER DELUXE. $14,500 | 40 year old build with a 30 over V-6, can hear it run. sitting since 2012. 10 bolt rearend. 308 gears Front Disc brakes, Factory CLOCK, Dual Spot Lights, Outlaw Rotors, 350 Turbo Tran +MORE!! Offers in person only- Cash talks, 865-661-7766

1987 DODGE D-150. $7,500 | 318 auto transmission, 160,000 miles, Runs and drives great, RWD, Long bed, 423–312-6093

TWO 1958 CADILLACS. $16,500 | NO RUST, Factory Power Brake/ Steering, New Starter, drives effortlessly, Lifter tapping from sitting. I ordered new lifters and push rods. havn’t installed them yet. I also have acquired a parts car. Complete engine and trans intact. 865-661-7766

1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR. $55,000 | Completely Restored -loaded, excellent condition, Custom interior, New 350 crate motor, 350 turbo transmission auto, Power steering, Vintage cold A/C, Classic instruments custom gauges, Custom radio system, Calls Only 865-304-9132

While time travel is not actually real, here at Smoky Mountain Traders, we are dedicated to curating the best classic cars and trucks while making them available to anyone who has ever wanted to own a piece of history and ride it into the future. We have everything from classic Chevrolet to Dodge, Ford, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, and Pontiac.

SMT owner Keith Bledsoe started the business in 2004. Cars have always been a love of Bledsoe’s, so he decided to turn his passion into an opportunity to own some of the most premier classic cars ever built.

He emphasizes respecting our responsibility to make sure they are cared for and cherished for the rest of their lives.

When visiting SMT, you’ll be sure to feel and see that passion throughout the entire property – from the classic cars to the decorations and memorabilia throughout the property.

Countless numbers of cars have come through SMT over the years. Customers from all over the globe have taken an interest in the quality of classic cars from SMT.

If you have any questions about any of the cars in our inventory then call us today or check out our website! Travel back in time - any time!

SMT is conveniently located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, on the corner of HWY 321 and S. Carver Rd, at 2520 S. Carver Rd. Maryville, TN.

Whether you are in the market to buy, or just passionate about the classic car industry, make sure to travel back in time to SMT for an experience that you will never forget.

Magnum, Auto, 1,056 Miles, 3-owner car with documentation back to the 1970’s, power top, sweet driving classic! #636