Gearhead Gazzette Vol. 20 Issue #45 Nov 5-11, 2020

Vol. 20 Issue #45

Nov 5-11, 2020

2020 Grand Daddy Drive-In Coverage

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Vol. 20 Issue 45 Nov 5-11, 2020

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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 Advertising Adrienne Arnett Senior Feature Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors PC Svc, Corvette Museum, Chevrolet, Michael Corazzelli 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 in the information provided.

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

Hot rodding owes a lot to our veterans...

We don’t know them all, but we owe them all….

Next Wednesday, November 11th, our nation celebrates VETERANS DAY. Veterans Day is the time we recognize ALL Veterans who have served our great country. We recognize the Veterans who have served in all the conflicts our country has experienced. We recognize the Veterans who are still alive, as well as those that have passed away. Most importantly we remember and recognize those people who paid the ultimate price, by giving their life while fighting for our country. These are the true HERO’s of our country.

our way of life, but the world also. As newscaster Tom Brokaw said, “they are the greatest generation”.

They also got many idea’s from the equipment they worked on and parts they used and took care of, and then adapted them to their hot rods. Military surplus became a way of building hot rods to run on the dry lakes, at Bonneville and on the drag strip too. Think “bomber seats”...from military airplanes, and may other parts too.

Please accept a heartfelt thank you from me to all of you who have served or are serving our great country today, in one of the various branches of the military. Because of you, we remain a free nation.

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Hot rodding owes a lot to our veterans, especially the ones who served and fought in WWII.

I too am proud to say that I served our country in the US NAVY….

The GI BILL (remember that!) helped many a returning soldier and sailor go to college and start their own hot rod type business. They started what we enjoy toAll of our Veterans wrote a blank check to our country, and put their lives on the line. For that we say THANK YOU...every day and in many ways.

Live It Fully Everyday

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“the fun starts here”….

Chevrolet Readies An Electric Crate Motor For Homebuilt EV Hotrods Editors Note: We wrote about this 4 months ago and told you it was coming....

There is a growing trend of putting electric propulsion in classic cars. Much of the pioneering work has been done by small aftermarket shops: Zelectric and EV West in California, Electric Classic Cars in the UK, and so on. But increasingly, OEMs are giving it a go as well. For a while, Jaguar was preparing to sell a (very expensive) conversion kit for its XKE-engined cars, although sadly that has been cancelled. Volkswagen has been working with eClassics on an electric conversion of the Type 1 bus. And here in the US, the annual SEMA show has featured some factory-blessed high voltage hot rods for the last couple of years.

SEMA is going virtual this year, and one of the cars that Chevrolet will show off will be a 1977 K5 Blazer— called the Blazer-E—that previews the company's new eCrate aftermarket powertrain. The build team traded the Blazer's huge 6.6L V8, with its meagre 175hp (130kW), for the 200hp (150kW) motor from the Bolt EV, which connects to the Blazer's four-wheel drive system via a fourspeed auto that replaces the original three-speed transmission.

The fuel tank and exhaust also went in the recycling bin, and a 60kWh lithium-ion battery pack was mounted in the Blazer's cargo area.

This is also from the Bolt EV and includes all the wiring and power electronics one needs to manage a modern battery EV powertrain.

The really cool thing is that Chevrolet has now confirmed that it will sell a crate electric powertrain to the aftermarket the same way it sells crate internal combustion engines.

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CORVETTE MUSEUM—Free Admission Offered To Recognize U.S. Military, Firefighters, Police, First Responders National Corvette Museum Offers Free Admission to Recognize U.S. Military, Firefighters, Police and First Responders During November’s Military Appreciation Month November is “Military Appreciation Month” at the National Corvette Museum and all military personnel, firefighters, police officers and first responders will receive ‘Free Admission’ during the month of November. All branches including active, veterans and reserve members will be honored with free admission when presenting a military or service ID. The special offer is in conjunction with Veterans Day, which is celebrated on November 11th, to recognize and honor the service men and women who fight and protect our country and our freedom. “Corvette is an American icon and we invite these special individuals to experience a tour of the Museum dedicated to America’s favorite sports car,” shared Museum President and CEO Dr. Sean Preston. “We worked throughout the pandemic to renovate and upgrade many of our exhibit areas and are excited to share those changes with those who have served our great country. We are pleased to celebrate our Veterans not only on Veterans Day, but throughout the month of November with our special free admission offer. Additionally, any accompanying family members will receive a special $2 discount on admission.”

The National Corvette Museum is a member-driven, non-profit foundation dedicated to continuing the mission of education, preservation and celebration of the Corvette’s past, present and future heritage. Regular updates and details on special promotions, events and important Corvette news announcements are sent weekly via our eNewsletter – “NCM eNews” available by subscribing at: corvettemuseum.org/subscribe and on the Museum’s social media.

Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, the Museum is located at Exit 28 on I-65 in Bowling Green, KY. For more information on the Museum visit us at: corvettemuseum.org or call 270-781-7873.

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NOV 2020: NOV 5-8: ZEPHYRHILLS FL: ZEPHYRHILLS AUTO EVENTS: Event being held at Festival Park located at 2738 Gall Blvd. Swap meet, auction, show, corral, valve cover show & race. For more fun call 813-312-4009 or go to www.zephyrhillsautoevents.com NOV 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 NOV 7: SHELBY NC: SOUTHEAST GASSERS CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES: Located at the Shadyside Dragway. For more info: www.shadysidedragway.net

NOV 7: MEMPHIS TN: SOUTHERN COMFORT CRUISIN: Event being held at Superior Custom Street Rods Inc. 558 Suzette St. Event runs fron 10am – 3pm.

NOV 7: DYERSBURG TN: 2nd Annual Rides 4 Rugrats Car, Truck & Bike Show: Event to be held at Dyersburg Mall, 2700 Lake Road. Registration: 9:00am - Noon, Awards at 3:00pm. Entry Fee $20.00. All proceeds benefit Angel Tree! TOP 40 / 22 Classes / Over 30 4 foot trophies, 1 - 6 Foot Best of Show Trophy. For more details, call Roger 731-225-0600 or Ryan 731-225-0600 or Brian 731-501-0249.

NOV 7: DAYTON TN: Toys for Kids Open Car Show: Rhea County Sheriff Deparment Annual Toys For Kids Open Car Show. 50 Dash Plaques. Top 50 single awards and Best Engine, Best Paint, Best Wheels, Best Interior, Rising Star, Club Participation, Sheriffs Choice, Best Built Not Bought, Best Bought Not Built and Best in show. Show to be held at 1475 Market St #301. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/215195609858770/ NOV 7: SPRINGFIELD TN: Springfield High School "Baseball Car Show": Event to be held at Springfield High School parking lot, 5240 Hwy 76 E. Registration: 8:00am Noon, Awards at 2:00pm. Entry fee $20.00 for 1st vehicle / $10.00 for 2nd vehicle.

Participation plaques for all! Food by: Drunken Pig BBQ. Ice Cream by: Heads Farm.

Rain date November 14th. For more information contact Cliff Reid 615-319-5798 / email: shsyellowjacketsbaseball@gmail.com 8

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NOV 2020: NOV 7: SEYMOUR TN: TRI-FIVE CHEVY THEMED CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: Event to be held at Monte's Downtown Auto Body, 332 Boyds Creek Hwy, Seymour, TN 37865. Entry fee $20.00, Swap Meet fee $25.00. Rain date: November 14th. All makes and models eligible. For more info, call Monte 865-257-8858 or Ed 865223-9827. Event registration NOV 7: PENSACOLA FL: 5TH ANNUAL PENSACOLA NORTH ROTARY CHARITY CAR SHOW: Event being held at the East Gate Plaza located at 7135 N 9th ave. Event runs from 8am – 1pm. $20.00 early registration fee or $25.00 day of entry. Open show.

20 BESTOF SHOW, dash plaques, door prizes, raffles, silent auction, food/drinks, gift bags and t-shirt. Trophies for multiple classes. For more info or to pre-register

call 850-324-9075 NOV 7: MARYVILLE TN: HARLEYS & HOT RODS FOR HEROS: Event being held at the Smokey Mountain Harley Davidson location at 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Event registration is from 10am-1pm. Awards at 2pm. $10 donation to register. Ride-In Bike & Car Show. Silent auction. Raffle Prizes. You do not have to be present to win.

All proceeds collected will be donated to HonorAir Knoxville. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1278241132536600 NOV 7: WARNER ROBBINS GA: 9th Annual CARDIAC Car Show: The 9th Annual Chip’n Away @ Heart Disease CARDIAC Car Show is on Saturday, November 7th. All make/model vehicles are invited to at The HOME Depot for the 4th consecutive

year! https://www.chipnaway.com/event/cardiac-car-show-2020/ We pay tribute to the U.S. military, first responders, and frontline workers for their sacrifices. Out of an abundance of caution, this show will be conducted with necessary precautions while enjoying trophies, raffles, vendors, food, and fun for all ages. FREE to the public; Driver Registration $25.00. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/

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NOV 2020: NOV 7: CHURCH HILL TN: Volunteer High School Car / Motorcycle Show: Event to be held at the Volunteer High School parking lot, 1050 Volunteer St, Church Hill, TN 37642. Starts at 11:00am - 4:00pm. Entry fee $15.00 per vehicle. Food (BBQ, Hot Dogs, Beans & Cornbread) will be available to purchase. For more info, Contact Todd, 423-235-5591.

NOV 7-8: SOMERSET KY: Somernites Cruise Jeep Nationals: Somernites Cruise is proud to announce a new event.....the 1st Annual Somernites Cruise Jeep Nationals presented by the Don Franklin Family of Jeep Dealerships! *This event re-scheduled from April* This event is open to all Jeep owners!! The Jeep Nationals will include a show-n-shine, Rattlesnake Run and other events. We are still working out the de-

tails and will post them as soon as we get everything lined out. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact Keith Floyd at kfloyd@somernitescruise.com or by phone at 606-872-2277. Jeep owners be sure to save the date Nov. 7h and 8th! It's going to be an awesome show!!! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/568521023994620/

NOV 7-8: OCALA FL: 33RD ANNUAL MOPARS WITH BIG DADDY SHOW & SWAP MEET: Event being held at the Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing located at 13700 SW 16th Ave. Vendor set up on Nov 6th. Featuring the AMC/AMC Southeast regional meet. Friday night with Big Daddy. Participant judging and judged show on Saturday. Car Show from 8 AM-4 PM will be the Judged Show. Parking for the event will

be $5.00 per car and entry for Spectators to the car shows is FREE. Car Show PreRegistration will be $35.00 and $45.00 the day of shows. Car Coral registration will be $40.00. Vendor Pre-Registration will be $50.00 and $60.00 the day of shows.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Show Information – Jim (813) 493-2970, Vendor Information – Shari (352) 303-9094 or go to https://garlits.com/event/30th-annual-

mopars-with-big-daddy-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2/ or https://www.facebook.com/pg/ Mopars-With-Big-Daddy-109066257242797/events/?ref=page_internal

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NOV 2020: NOV 8: FT LAUDERDALE FL: MAI-KAI CRUISE IN:

EVENT IS POSTPONED DUE

TO CONSTRUCTION. NOV 11-14: PANAMA CITY BEACH FL: Emerald Coast Cruizin Fall 2020: Emerald Coast Cruizin The South's Best Blast from the Past family fun event. Thousands of classic cars, hot rods, custom cars and trucks make way to beautiful Panama City Beach for this week long festival. Panama City Beach's breath taking emerald green coastline and the famous Miracle Strip gleams with chrome, hot colors, and the deep rumble of power. Event being held at the new Aaron Bessant Park next door to Pier Park located at 500 West Park Drive. For more info go to https://

www.facebook.com/events/2523405051317984/

NOV 2020: NOV 7: CHILLICOTHE OH: 13TH ANNUAL MILLERS SWAP MEET & CAR SHOW: Event being held at the Ross County Fairgrounds. $7.00 admission and FREE for women & children under 14. Insider spots are $25.00. Outside spots are $15.00. Dan Vickers Memorial Car Show. Don’t miss the $500.00 giveaway. Car show only $15.00. For more info go to www.millersswapmets.com NOV 7-8: CANTON OH: DAVE & ED’S SUPER AUTO EVENTS 2020 PRO-FORMANCE: Ohio Largest Indoor/Outdoor performance Meet! Located at the Stark County Fairgrounds. For more info: 330-477-8506 or fax 330-477-8527, www.facebook.com/daveedsautoevents or https://twitter.com/DESuperAuto

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NOV 6-7: TEMPLE TX: Ribs & Rods 2020: Ribs & Rods is one of Temple's most popular and fastest growing events brought to you by Don Ringler Chevrolet and Toyota. Ribs & Rods joins the community's love for live music, classic and custom cars, and BBQ, all in support of our local Ronald McDonald House. With several fun games and events to keep the whole family entertained including amazing bands,

kids coloring and pedal car competitions, rib eating contest, and a drive-in style movie experience featuring Ford v Ferrari! 2019's event brought in over 500 show vehicles, 75 top notch cooking teams, and thousands of spectators. We are excited this year to bring Ribs & Rods back to Temple's beautiful, Bend O' the River, right off IH35, and to invite you to be part of this spectacular event. Visit WWW.RibsandRods.org for more information or go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/3307350696006116/ NOV 7: CHANDLER AZ: SQUEEGS KUSTOMS PANCAKE PROTEST BREAKFAST: Event being held at Squeegs Kustoms located at 341 E Alamo Dr. Arrive at Squeeg's Kustoms between 7:00 am and 10:00 am in a Hot Rod, Street Rod, Kustom, or Classic Car or Truck and get a free pancake breakfast. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/640794929933369/ NOV 7: NEEDVILLE TX: 9TH ANNUAL REBEL ROUNDUP: We know these are uncertain times, but for now the Villains Car Club and The Highway Horrors are planning to host the 9th Annual Rebel RoundUp at the Needville Harvest Park located at 3001 Violet St. 1972 and Older Only Car Show. Registration $20. Spectators FREE. 10amAwards at 4Pm. For more info and updates go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/243391300255991/ NOV 7: NEOSO MO: FALL CAR SHOW 2020: Event being held at 13359 Jay Drive.

Event registration from 9-11am. Reg Fee is $15.00. Live music from 9:30am – event close. Poker run and 50/50 pot. Silent auction and raffle prizes. Peoples Choice in 3 divisions, Cars, Trucks & Bikes, 50% of pot. Corn Hole Tournament. For more info go to www.4statessports.com

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NOV 2020: NOV 7: VISTA CA: Cash and Carry Makers Market: This event is dedicated to all the hardworking small business friends we know. All artists, handmade goods, antiques, collectibles, services... and so on. This event will be held at one of the neatest places we could find in Southern California: The Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum. It’ll be a family friendly day filled with music, food, vendors, bikes &

hotrods... all while being surrounded by some cool history. Some info:-50+ vendors (we still have spots available)-$5 general admission, day of the event (kids 12 & under free)-All happening SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7th 8am-4pm. Please share & come support!! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/728392397939008/

NOV 8: TURLOCK CA: 23RD ANNUAL AUTUMN CLASSIC CAR & PARTS SWAP MEET: Where Rust Rules! Located at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N Broadway Ave. Public gates open 6am, Vendor early set up 3pm-Saturday, For more info: 209 -579-4797.

NOV 8: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PERFORMANCE 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 Roding 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 FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE CANCELLED NOV 7: IRWINDALE CA: NITRO REVIVAL:

EVENT IS CANCELLED UNTIL 2021:

For more info: www.nitrorevival.com or Instagram: @nitro_revival or https:// www.facebook.com/events/249936702705050/

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NOV 2020: NOV 7: EGG HARBOR TWP NJ: FLEMINGS 24TH ANNUAL PUMPKIN RUN: Automotive, antique engine & tractor show. Event being held at Flemings Auto Parts located at 353 Zion Rd. Event runs from 8am – 4pm. Rain date is Nov 14th. For more info call 609-927-9541 NOV 7: LINDEN NJ: A SPECIAL APPRECIATION CRUISE: Calling all cars, trucks and bikes! For New Jerseys Legendary Bobby Barkoff. Cruise will run from 1-4pm. Being held at the Aviation Plaza located at 601 W Edgar Rd. FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE CANCELLED NOV 7: RIEGELESVILLE NJ: RIEGELESVILLE FALL ROLL OUT:

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SHOW IS CANCELLED

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1st THURSDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : HIXSON TN: HIXSON CRUISE: Cruise is held on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Cruise runs 6pm-9pm. Cruise is held at the Food City 8350 Hixson Pike 37343 in Lakesite (Dallas Bay). Hosted by The Breezy Cruisers . All cars, trucks, motorcycles, and clubs are welcome to come hangout and show off your ride. Be sure to bring a chair. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/278851249904175/ FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : CLARKSVILLE TN: Friday Night Cruise In: Friday night cruise in! We meet up at 672 North Riverside Drive at 8pm. Please be respectable and clean up your trash. The address will take you to Rimtyme. We will be using the Rimtyme lot and the large lot right behind Rimtyme. 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/events/2210377829106659/ 1st FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : PAINTSVILLE KY: BURGER KING CRUISEI N: Cruise is held year round on the 1st Friday night of each month. Hosted by the East Kentucky Gearheads.

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/ 1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : MARYVILLE TN: Three (3) C's Cars, Coffee, Cycles: Hosted by Smoky Mountain Harley -Davidson at 1820 West Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Runs thru November 7th, hours 7:00-11am. Food truck will be on-site. Open to ALL vehicles. Have lunch at the Smoke House, visit the massive showroom and collectables store. Contact: 865977-1669 or go to https://www.smh-d.com/ DOUBLE SPRINGS AL: FIRST UNTIED METHODIST CHURCH CRUISE-IN: Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday of each month. Cruise starts on May 2nd. Cruise runs from 8am – 1pm. Cruise is located at 283 Guttery St. For more info contact

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1st SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : BYRDSTOWN TN: Byrdstown Cars & Coffee: Event is a casual car show held on the 1st Saturday morning of each month from 8:00am- 12:00noon January-December (Rain or Shine) . Whether it's a sports car, super car, collector, or just a unique car or truck, all are welcome. The location is @Byrdstown Town Plaza located across from Town Hall at 109 West Main Street. Doesn't matter when you come or go, just come ready to have a good time looking at and discussing cars over a cup of coffee.

Please be safe, no burnouts, loud revving, aggressive driving etc... We are appreciative to have such a great place to have this event and want to keep it. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/327309068478654/ SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : FARRAGUT TN: FARRAGUT CRUISE-IN: Cruise takes place every Saturday night weather permitting. Cruise runs from 5-8pm. Cruise s held in the old Kroger parking lot at 11208 Kingston Pike right across from the Farragut H.S. Everyone is welcome. Any questions or n3eed more info email to inspector1217@gmail.com MURFREESBORO TN: Flashback Cruise-In: Cruise being held at the Flashback Arcade, 258 River Rock Blvd. Times: 5:00pm - 9:00pm. All vehicles welcome! Bring out your Classics, Projects, Hot Rods, Imports, Motorcycles, Trucks, Lowriders, whatever you want to show off!

1st SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : BILOXI MS: EDGEWATER MALL CRUISE NIGHT: Cruise is held the 1st Saturday night of the month from 6-9pm. Cruise is held at the Edgewater mall locates on Hwy 90.

Hosted by the Coast Cruizers. Custom cars, trucks, classics, hot rods, retro rods, motorcycles allowed in the Cruise-In Parking area only. Everyone is welcome to come join us.

2nd SUNDAY CRUISE IN’S: MURFREESBORO TN: GodSpeed Supercharged by Hispower Cruise-In: Cruise location is at The Well in the Boro, 855 W. College Street. Runs thru October 19th.

Hours: 6pm - 8pm. All Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles welcome. Info visit, http:// godspeed07.com/ MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S: OOLTEWAH TN: OOLTEWAH CRUISE IN & BIKE NIGHT: Cruise takes place every Monday night from March – November. Cruise times are 4pm - ?? Cruise is held at Cambridge Square located at 9435 Bradmore Ln. Everyone is welcome to join.

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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. So even on those cold winter or rainy days just come on out and hang out in the Garage. Start time is 8AM till Noon all proceeds benefit the Blue Skies Warrior Fund. Thanks for all your support we have already donated over $20,000 in 2016. Cruise located at the Horsepower Farm at 2227 Trinity Drive. For more info call 937-477-0450 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 26

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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.

NORTHRIDGE CA: Bob's-Northridge FridayCruz’20: EVERY FRIDAY IN NORTHRIDGE [since 2009!] the local hot rodders and classic car enthusiasts have rolled in to cruise their favorite burger joint. Bring out your hot rod (be it a classic cruiser or modern muscle), unpack your folding chairs and join in while enjoying something from Bob's menu or shopping the local stores! Cruise runs from 4-10pm at Bob’s Big Boy Northridge located at 8876 Corbin Ave. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/165520048066705/ 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 Cruise Night on IG .

SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE-IN’S: CONCORD CA: CARS, COFFEE & BIKES: Cruise is held every Saturday morning from 10am – 1pm. Cruise is held at Perfect Brew & Juice located at 1776 Arnold Industrial Way Ste A. Parking lot event. Masks and Social Distancing in effect.

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 1 st 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 ORLAND CA: CAR SHOW & BREAKFEST BUFFET: Takes place on the 1st Saturday morning of each month. Located at 7544 Cutting Ave. Cruise runs from 8-11am 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 SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : NOVATO CA: MARIN COUNTY CARS AND COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 1st Sunday of each month. Cruise is held in the Starbucks Parking lot located at 132 Vintage way. Cruise runs from 7:30-10am.

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1st SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : ANTIOCH CA: COFFEE n CLUTCHES: Held on the 1st Sunday morning of each month.

Cruise runs from 8-10am. Cruise is held in the Starbucks parking lot at 5779 Lone Tree Way. For more info go to Coffee N Clutches on FACEBOOK or email to coffeenclutches@gmail.com SACRAMENTO CA: NATOMAS CARS & COFFEE: Cruise takes place on the 1st Sunday of each month. Cruise runs from 8-11am. Open to all makes and models. FREE coffee & donuts. Held at 4700 Natomas Blvd. Like and follow us on FB @ NatomasCarsandCoffee SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA: CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Cruise held on the 1st Sunday of each month. 949-485-9743Event being held at Marbella Plaza located at 31115 Rancho Viejo Rd Cruise starts at 9am. No registration fee. Food, crafts, coffee, sweets, beer, wine garden, tacos and margaritas

SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S: LIVINGSTON NJ: CRUISE FOR COFFEE: Cruise is held every Sunday morning weather permitting. Cruise runs from 10am-12noon. Cruise is held at The Twisted Tulip at The Shoppes at the Livingston Circle located at 277 Eisenhower Pkwy

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Who doesn't like cruising at a Drive-In? Nobody we know that is a true hot rodder and gearhead. Cruising at the drive-in’s has been going on since after WWII ended and all the soldiers and sailors came back from saving the world. Restaurants saw an opportunity to get more business by adding drive-in service to their establishments. Hot rodders saw it as a way to show off their cars and grab something to eat at the same time ...a perfect match.

Cruising today has evolved in many ways. There are still drive-in’s that hold cruise nigh that take place at many different locations like malls and shopping centers and other lo 32 like to go to cruise-in’s because they are nothing but fun.

hts and events but there are a lot more ocations. Bottom line is we hot rodders

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15 years ago John Buck and his team at ROD SHOWS (www.rodshows.com) tried to add something to the Grand National Roadster Show, to add another layer or level of fun if you will, to the hugely popular event.

They had all this open space between buildings, lots of open blacktop and the huge park like area that is part of the Pomona Fairplex site. Why not fill it up with hot rods, muscle cars, cool customs and more! That’s exactly what they did when they started the GRAND DADDY DRIVEIN. Fast forward to 2020 and over 750 of the coolest pre-72 cars and trucks were parked all about the show site. The roll in started about 7am and by the tie the GNRS show actually open, most every piece of blacktop and concrete had a cool car or truck sitting on it.

While most of the cars were from the So-Cal area, we even saw license plates from outside of California.

The Grand Daddy Drive-In even has its own awards ceremony for the participants.

The weather makes it perfect to check out all the great vehicles that came out to be part of the drive-in feature. Quite honestly, we spent most of Saturday outside the GNRS show to take in all of the DriveIn! That’s how much fun it is.

We don’t have enough pages to show all the pic’s we grabbed of the cool rides, but here are some of our favorites...enjoy.

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NOV 2020: NOV 12-14: PANAMA CITY BEACH FL: Emerald Coast Cruizin Fall 2020: Emerald Coast Cruizin The South's Best Blast from the Past family fun event. Thousands of classic cars, hot rods, custom cars and trucks make way to beautiful Panama City Beach for this week long festival. Panama City Beach's breath taking emerald green coastline and the famous Miracle Strip gleams with chrome, hot colors, and the deep rumble of power. Event being held at the new Aaron Bessant Park next door to Pier Park located at 500 West Park Drive. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/2523405051317984/ NOV 13-14: CORBIN KY: 4TH ANNUAL CORBIN AUTO SWAP MEET & CAR CORRAL: Event being held at the Corbin Arena located at 500 Arena Drive. Event runs 9am6pm Friday and 9am – 4pm Saturday. $5.00 general admission. For more info call 606-344-0287.

NOV 14: TULLAHOMA TN: CRUISE-IN AT C & J TIRE & BRAKE: Cruise runs from 11am -3pm. Cruise being held at C&J Tire & Brake located at 115 W. Waggoner St. All cruisers and spectators are encouraged to bring an unwrapped new toy. 10% of all toys and donations made will be given to the Tullahoma Fire Dept’s program “TOYS FOR TOTS”. Hamburgers, Hot dogs and soft drinks available. FREE dash plaques to cruisers. For more info call 931-408-4257.

NOV 14: MURFREESBORO TN: Curves & Coffee -Fall: Begin the morning with a car/ bike/truck meet with free coffee and donuts. At around 9:30 AM, head out on a scenic fall cruise down some of Middle TN's best byways where photographers will be staged to catch some great rolling shots. Finish the morning with lunch at Whiskey Trail BBQ & Steakhouse for an incredible meal with your friends! The weather should be nice in the morning and the route will have signs posted as well as route cards to keep you on course. The first event had around 100 vehicles and this should be even bigger. Event Runs from 8am – 12 noon. Meet up at 855 West College St. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/259340648370329/

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NOV 2020: NOV 14: NORTH CHARLESTON SC: 8th Annual Rockabillaque: Announcing the 8th Annual Rockabillaque - Saturday, November 14th 2020! Get info on all things Rockabillaque related at www.rockabillaque.com/ Get your own Official Rockabillaque TShirts, Posters, Koozies and Stickers here: www.rockabillaque.com/merch Presented by Southern Roots Park Circle and Vive Le Rock Productions. The event is a benefit for Valiant: Animal Rescue + Relief. This free to attend, action-packed day of Classic Cars, Vintage Bikes, Live Music, Pin-Up's, Tattoo's, Cocktails, Brews, Contests, Block Party and more has become the biggest event of its kind in the Carolina's! This year brings an epic Classic Car & Vintage Bike Show (over 300 Cars & Bikes (expanded for more vehicles), Even more Live Music with over 40 national, re-

gional and international bands, over Six Outdoor Music Stages, Contests including Pin-Up, Beard & Mustache, Mr. Man, Tattoo, Doggie & Me and more, an Expanded Schedule including more events the week of and a Headliners Showcase Finale on Sunday, November 15th, a bigger Merchant Market with more Vendors than ever before, a Kid's Section with activities, contests and performers! Plus more to be announced in next couple of months!

Get more info at www.rockabillaque.com/ Full Schedule, Line-Up and more announced in 2020!

NOV 14: NASHVILLE TN: Music Valley Cruise-In: Event to be held at 2416 Music Valley Drive. Presented by Nashville Coffee / 615 Life benefiting "The Little Pantry that

could". Times: 9:00am - Noon. For more info go to https://615life.me/events NOV 14: SPRING HILL TN: TOY DRIVE: Meeting location is at Crusty Grunt Cycles located at 3710 John Lunn Rd at 12 noon. Ride will end at High Tech One located at 2010 Pogue Drive in Columbia. Please bring a new unwrapped toy for ages 6-15 for entry to event. New clothes and donations are also welcomed. For more info call

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NOV 2020: NOV 14: MURRELLS INLET SC: 4th ANNUAL Klean Exhibition Toys for Tots: Held inside the Inlet Square Mall located at Inlet Square Drive. Giving back to the Horry County Toys for Tots for our fourth consecutive year! Klean Society is bringing an automotive lifestyle event that showcases the automotive industry while raising toy donations for our local chapter. Featuring the some of East Coast's trending vehicles, Vendors offering in demand products, entertainment, special appearances, models and so much more! Mark your calendars...this indoor event, you don't want to miss! Vehicle Exhibitor: $45 Registration is NOW OPEN at https:// form.jotform.com/202226462699158. Spectator- (12 and under FREE) Adult $10 with a toy donation. Vendor Inquiries https://form.jotform.com/202228213350138.

Hotel accommodations within walking distance at https://www.radissonhotels.com/ en-us/hotels/country-inn-murrells-inlet-sc. Dinning within walking distance. Plenty of Parking for trailer. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/3352593464806885/ NOV 14: DENHAM SPRINGS LA: Rumblin’ for a Cause: Louisiana Baptist Childrens Home: This will be a car show/fundraiser to benefit the Louisiana Baptist Childrens Home. It will be at Denham Springs Baptist Church from 2-5pm. Address of location is 27735 La Hwy 16 Denham Springs. Donation of $20 per vehicle will go towards this cause. All cars, trucks, atvs and utvs are welcome. For more information email us @ rumblinforacause@gmail.com . Numbers will be given out once donations are collected at the gate. Trophies will be awarded for best Classic/Modern cars and trucks as well as peoples choice. No Alcohol allowed. Once vehicles are parked they are to remain in their spot until ready to leave. Please follow our Facebook group for more updates: Rumblin' for a Cause @ https://www.facebook.com/ events/3339833239445052/

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NOV 2020: NOV 15: MARYVILLE TN: 1st Annual RODS n' HOGS SHOW: Event to be held at the Parkway Drive-In Theater, 2909 East Lamar Alexander, Maryville, TN. Times: 10:00am - 3:00pm. Cars pre-registration fee $20.00 / $25.00 at the gate. Bikes pre -registration fee $10.00 / $15.00 at the gate. Must be registered by Noon to be judged. Trophies and prizes will be awarded. Also games, Food, Live DJ, Bake Sale.

For more info go to http://www.mclknoxville.org/

NOV 2020: NOV 15: WARREN MI: MOTOR CITY MADNESS 21: Hosted by the Detroit Area Model-

ers. Show time 9am-3pm. Located at the Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center located at 12 Miles and Hayes. Vendors featuring Vintage and New. Toys, Model Kits and Building accessories, Diecast Models, Collectibles of all kinds plus! We will have 1:25 scale Âź mile slot car drag racing at the show! Show admission is on $5. For more info call 586-344-9496

NOV 2020: NOV 14: BELTON TX: 'One Last Ride' Paul Walker 7th Anniversary Tribute Car Meet: To honor Paul Walker's memory on the seventh year anniversary of his death, we will have a car meet and 'Furious 7' Drive-In movie at the Grand Avenue Theater located at 2809 Oakmark Dr. $5 dollars per car, 85 parking spots available to watch the movie. The concession (Cafe/Parlor) will be open for your convenience. https://www.grandavenuetheater.com/about Please be responsible and respectful...

NO Donuts and NO Burnouts!! NO Excessive Revving!! NO Loud Music!! NO Alcohol or Illegal Substances!! NO Speeding (3-5MPH in the parking lot)!! *COVID-19 Info* For the health of our friends and our community, please take the necessary precautions. Practice social distancing and wear face covering. Stay home if you feel sick, even if your symptoms are mild. Thank You! For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/364664891538465/ 44

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NOV 2020: NOV 14: GREENVILLE TX: 2ND ANNUAL TORQUE N’ TIRE THROWDOWN: Car truck & motorcycle show. Event being held at Innovation Forst located at 6725 W FM1570.

Registration is $25 per vehicle and runs from 9am-12noon. Multiple category s with awards. Food trucks on site & cooler welcome. Join us at 6pm for our Drive-In movie showing Talladega Nights - $20 per vehicle. For faster check in and the chance to win a $100.00 gift card to Academy Sports. Pre-register at www.ccnetx.org For more info call 903-454-9999.

NOV 14: TEXAS CITY TX: 8TH ANNUAL LONESTAR DELUXE HOT ROD & MUSIC FESTIVAL:

EVENT CANCELLED FOR 2020.

NOV 2020: NOV 14: EL SEGUNDO CA: CRUISE-IN & CAN DRIVE AT THE ADM: Cruise is taking place at the Automobile Driving Museum located at 610 Lairport St. Event runs from 10am-1pm. Much needed grocery items include water, canned pouched tuna/ chicken, peanut butter, jelly, canned meals such as soup and stews, and canned fruit (preferably in juice). Much needed non-food items include hand-held can openers, toilet tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, hand sanitizer, and grocery bags.

Cruise-in your classic vehicle and donate grocery items or non-food items listed above and we will donate to the LA Food Bank. Each item donated will get a raffle

ticket for a chance to win Rock Auto gift cards! You can also donate to LA Food Bank Here. $25 = 100 MEALS. Join the fight against hunger when the children of LA County need us most. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/342549787180250 NOV 14-15: PLEASANTON CA: Goodguys 38th Annual All American Get-Together:

EVENT IS CANCELLED: For MORE INFO go to www.good-guys.com or go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/831228760628316/ .

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FOR SALE: 1928 FORD TRUCK: I built the pickup myself. It has been on the road since 2012. I have built about 5 street rods, myself. I am not a kid, as I have been building street rods for a number of years. This rod has a boxed frame that has been extended about 30 inches in length. It goes all the way back to the tailgate. Regular cab size. it has a 4.3 Chev Vortex motor, 700R4 tranny, a S-10 rearend (3.08 gears). 4 bar system front & back suspension, coil over shocks in the rear. 4 inch dropped front axle with 2 inch dropped spindles. Unistear steering (rack & pinion). GM column, Ron Frances wiring, bear claw latches in the door closure, Dolphin dash gauges. Black vinyl bucket seats, tilt GM column, Rides and drives excellent. (931) 707-1064 or 585-7752226 or 931-922-6670 Truck is located in Crossville TN. 38571 Leave a message if I am not home! The truck has a little over 13,000 miles on it! I am asking $33,000 for the truck, cash! (10/22/2020)

FOR SALE: 1971 MONTE CARLO: Completely restored car. New engine, new tires and rims, new chrome bumpers, all new Rubber gaskets. No rust, just painted to much to list. $23500.00 Obo possible trades for older fords. Call 931 -619-2684 (10/22/2020)

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FOR SALE: 1964 F250 short bed 4x4 with a big block 429. About 550hp. $5500 or best offer. May trade 4 army truck. Call phone 540-812-6600 (9/24/2020) FOR SALE: 1932 FORD ROADSTER. 88% Original HENRY steel car and frame.

1956 Corvette 283ci Power Pack w/ 4bbl carb. LaSalle trans and original rear end. New gas tank. Carb just rebuilt. Car runs and drives great. Car is located in Chicago IL area. $35,000.00. If interested call 708-267-7255 (10/8/2020)

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Out The Back Door The Back Page is about cool cars, hot rods, race cars or??

We’re going to share a cool shot right here each issue.

Got one you think should be here...send it to us at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com.

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