Gearhead Gazzette Vol 18 Issue 9 March 1-7, 2018

Vol 18 Issue 9

March 1-7, 2018

Price: FREE

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Vol. 18 Issue 9 3/1 – 3/7/18

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics “Jimmy B” & Butch Pate/P8 Photography Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors “PC Svc’s, Hennessey Cars, IDIDIT, Craig Augustin, Michael Corazzelli

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

Advertising Publisher: Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Car Show & Event listings, Cruise Night Listings, Personal FOR SALE/SWAP ads, Car Club Listings are all listed for free.

For all other advertising cost & availabilities contact Jim Brandau at 615-3002003 8am—6pm CST or at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com Editorial content is the sole property of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. All information contained in each issue is the sole opinion and comments of the editor. The opinions and comments expressed in this issue do not reflect in any way either written or implied on any of the Sponsors or Advertisers in each issue. No portion of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE maybe reproduced in any form, without written permission from the publisher .All information relating to dates, times and locations of events is only as accurate, as provided to the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. The GEARHEAD GAZZETTE will not be held responsible for any errors in the information provided.

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The Fun Starts Here Road Rumblings Southeast USA Shows Midwest USA Shows Western USA Shows West Coast USA Shows East Coast / NE Car Shows 28th Autumn Get Together Cruise-In’s Across the USA Upcoming Car Shows BUY-SELL-TRADE-WANTED

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Cover: 2017 RIDLER Winner—Jimmy B Photo Contents Page: Cool artwork by Craig Augustin 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….”

You only get so many weekends in life...

Greetings from DEEE-Troit Michigan!

company. A lot have tried over these many years but there is only 1 RIDLER Winner each year.

The Autorama Extreme, or “the basement” as it has come to be known is HUGE FUN all weekend long. While the upstairs has a tension level due to the seriousness of the competition, “the basement” and all the participants there are laid back and having nothing but fun.

Very few cars with barriers or stanchions, more like a Sunday car show, but inside.

The Pinstripers jam, vendors, all those cool cars, trucks and motorcycles filling up Cobo Hall, manufacturer’s displays, special displays (Like this years SAVE THE SALT) make for 1 fun weekend.

We’re going to cover all of this and more for you, but I have to ask...why aren’t you going to the show?

You only get so many weekends in life...have some gearhead fun!

Yes we are in the Motor City for the 66th Annual Detroit Autorama. Hosted again this year by the MHRA, Michigan Hot Rod Association. It’s not our first trip to this show/event and we dare say it will not be our last either.

As I have said before, in my humble opinion, this show/event is one of the top 2 shows in the USA. I know some will argue about this, but again it’s my opinion based on all the events I have attended over many many years.

The Detroit Autorama is many events under one roof and part of one show. The BIGGEST part or at least the BEST KNOWN part of this show is the selection of the RIDLER Award winner. The RIDLER Award goes to the vehicle that is being shown for the first time anywhere...PERIOD. Just making the GREAT 8 as part of the RIDLER selection is a HUGE HONOR and puts a car owner/builder into some rare 5

Jimmy B.

“the fun starts here”….

Hennessey Exorcist Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 tops out at 217 MPH Hennessey Performance Engineering revealed the 1000horsepower Exorcist Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 last April, and since then the car's become an assailing answer to Dodge ‘s Challenger Demon, even if it's not an OEM package. We know 959 of its 1,000 horsepower actually makes its way to the rear wheels, but we still never learned just how fast it will go in a straight line. Now, we know.

On Tuesday, Hennessey released a video of the Exorcist Camaro ZL1 and the tuning company showed the hopped-up pony car is good for a 217 mph top speed. For some comparison, the Challenger Demon will top out at 203 mph. The Demon's speed is also electronically limited.

HPE's Exorcist Camaro will also do 0-60 mph in under three seconds and clock quarter-mile times under 10 seconds regularly, the company previously boasted.

Ironic enough, Ford Performance School driver Brian Smith handled the top speed run for HPE at the Continental Uvalde Proving Grounds. The track features a 1.0-mile straightaway where the car could truly dig in and Smith could run flat out. Otherwise, the track is an oval with a slight corner at nearly all times, which made it difficult to mash the accelerator to the floor.

But, Smith still squeezed every last ounce of speed the Exorcist he could muster, and in the process, he showed the car is faster than a handful of supercars. Notably, the car matches a McLaren P1 and nearly matches a Ferrari LaFerrari. The Italian hypercar ran up to 221 mph.

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ididit announces 2018 “I Did It With ididit” Tour Tecumseh, Michigan-based ididit is on a mission. The manufacturer announced an ambitious new initiative to engage directly with the grassroots builders across the country who buy, install and endorse the steering columns and accessories crafted by the Michigan company.

The inaugural “I Did It With ididit” Tour stops at grassroots races and car events across the country in search of not only the best vehicles, but the up-and-coming builders behind the scenes who are the backbone of the aftermarket industry. ididit team members will award three builders per event with a custom gift as recognition to their talent and tenacity. At the end of the tour, a final winner will be named and receive a grand prize package from ididit.

Builders and fans are encouraged to follow the tour at @ididitsteering on Instagram and track the #ididitwithididit hashtag on social media for updates, photos and videos as ididit showcases the best grassroots builds in the country. If you’ll be at an “I Did It With ididit” Tour stop, make sure to tag ididit – fans at each event will receive an “I Did It With ididit Tour” takeaway.

The tour is part of ididit’s dedication to showcasing grassroots builders who continue to keep building in the face of challenges. The company’s latest marketing efforts highlight the 2017 Tri-Five of the Year, built by Matt Martinez from his garage in Thornton, Colorado. Martinez built the black beauty from the ground up and crafted an award-winning vehicle with the help of friends, family and partners like ididit.

“Every build has a story,” Marty Waterstraut of ididit said. “But the stories behind the builds happening in the home garages and small shops around the country are full of drive, determination and just plain bravado. Those stories are what the aftermarket industry is about. The constant drive to keep building. We can’t wait to see the impressive trucks on display at LST. It’s a great way to start the tour and meet with some of the most talented truck builders out there.”

The “I Did It With ididit” Tour kicks off at The Lone Star Throwdown, Feb 23-25 in Conroe, Texas.

To learn more about the “I Did It With ididit” Tour and see scheduled events, go to www.ididit.com.

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MAR 2018: MAR 2-3: PIGEON FORGE TN: 2018 CORVETTE EXPO SPRING IN THE SMOKIES: 41 Years of Fun. Located in the LeConte Center, free parking. SE flight judging, swap meet, Corvettes Cruise the Smokies, Sales Corral, Park’n’show, Diamond Awards show. Featuring Horsepower & Hot Rods. Technical seminars by Corvette Historian Ken Kayser & Will Cooksey. The only official Event Apparel of The Corvette Expo in the Smokies. Appearing both days Celebrity guest Danielle Colby from the American Pickers. Check out all the official event merchandise at etmotorgear.com. For more info: www.corvetteexpo.com or 865-687-3976. Find us on FB@ facebook.com/ etmotorgear.

MAR 2-3: WHITE PINE TN: SMOKEY MOUNTAIN INDOOR SWAP MEET: Located at Great Smokey Mountains Expo Center off exit 8 on I-81, 1615 Pavilion Dr. All vendors in main building, main building heated, rear building not heated, car parts, truck parts, gas and oil, motorcycle parts, racing parts, indoor and outdoor corral.

MAR 2-3: LOUISVILLE KY: VINTAGE TRACTOR PULLING NATIONALS: Event takes place at the Kentucky Fair & Expo Center. See over 500 Vintage & Muscle Tractors!

Farm toy show. HUGE vendors area. Kids pedal pull. Vintage Jet Tractors. Moonshine garden. Door open at 10am for preliminaries and 7pm for main event.

MAR 2-4: PIGEON FORGE TN: HORSEPOWER & HOT RODS: Located at the LeConte Center. Car Show, Swap meet, Car Corral, indoor and outdoor vendor spaces, all show cars inside. This is in conjunction with Corvette Expo with a Show, Swap meet, Sales Corral and Corvette Cruise. Official Apparel Co. HorsePower and HotRods Corvette Expo and the Pigeon Forge Rod Run. Free Parking at the LaConte Center. For more info: Cooper Events, 5611 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37918 or 865-6878303 or fax 865-689-2874 or email corvetteexpo@hotmail.com MAR 3: MCMINNVILLE TN: MCMINNVILLE PLAZA CAR SHOW: Car show free to all. bring your cars (classic, modern) motorcycles trucks. All are welcome bring family and friends we have plenty of awards and multiple shops in the plaza will have things going on as well. Show runs from 10am – 4pm and is located at 1100 McMinnville Hwy. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ 8

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MAR 2018: MAR 3: ALEXANDER CITY AL: MEETING OF THE MOPARS: Event being held at the Welborn Museum located at 124 Broad St. Event will run from 9am – 3pm. Always a great event! Contact the Birmingham Mopar Owners Club for more information https://www.facebook.com/groups/121504724532387/

MAR 3: 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 MAR 3: SHELBYVILLE TN: LYNCHBURG FLAT TRACK RACING: Event takes place at Calsonic Arena. Gates open to the public at 1pm. Heat races start at 4pm Main event at 7pm. $10 admission. $5.00 parking. AHRMA (Vintage), Pro/Youth, Hoooligan and AMA & Non AMA welcomed. $5.00 to watch Friday Night Practice. For more info call 256-361-7280

MAR 2018: MAR 2-4: DETROIT MI: 66TH ANNUAL O’REILLY AUTORAMA: America’s Greatest Hot Rod Show. Guest appearances, Features & specials, Facebook/Twitter, Student Career Day, The Ridler Award. Located at the COBO Center, 1 Washington Blvd. Fri Mar 2: 12pm-10pm, Sat: Mar 3rd, 9am-10pm, Sun: Mar 4: 10am-7pm. Gate discount tickets available at O’Reilly Auto Parts: General Admission $20, Discount price $18,

Children 6-12 $7, Discount $6. Children 5 and under free. Purchase of a ticket does NOT guarantee an autograph from special celebrity guests. For more info: www.autorama.com

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MAR 2018: MAR 3-4: CANTON OH: Dave & Ed's Super Auto Events Pro-Formance Swap Meet; Ohio's largest Indoor/Outdoor performance meet! Vendors selling circle track, drag, sprint and street wares. Being held at the Stark County Fair located at 305 Wertz Ave NW. Two indoor heated buildings/open rain or shine! Outdoor spaces available- call office to reserve or pay cash at gate weekend of show. Car Corral: $25 car/driver, cash payment at gate. Gates open to the public Sat/Sun @ 8am. General Admission: $7 day/$10 weekend pass/ Kids 11 & Under FREE. FREE parking. Visit website for more information: www.autoevents.com MAR 3-4: INDIANAPOLIS IN: 23RD ANNIVERSARY CHRYSLER PERFORMANCE TRADE SHOW & PARTS SWAP MEET: Event being held at the Indian State Fairgrounds located at 1202 E 38th St. Vendor set up time is Friday March 2 from 12-9pm. Vendor show times Sat 8am-5pm and Sun *am-3pm. For more info call 317-862-0226

MAR 2018: MAR 1-3: HAVASU AZ: 3rd ANNUAL HAVASU DEUCES 1932 FORD SHOW: The Havasu Deuce Show in Lake Havasu City is a 3-day event that features 1932 Fords and includes cars from 1957 or earlier as well. The show will be held on the grass ball fields of Rotary Park with a 40' x 120' open tent to sit and relax. The lake, the park, and the beautiful ball fields make it an ideal setting for a car show. In addition to the Havasu Deuce Show on Saturday, there will be a street event and garage tours.

Schedule: Thursday March 1st: 2:00 p.m. - Deuces Downtown. Friday March 2nd: 9:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Garage Tours. 3:00 p.m. - Havasu Deuces River Run. Saturday March 3rd: 8:00 a.m. Havasu Deuce Show. Registration: Vehicle Entry Fee: $40. Register at the Hampton Inn March 1st & 2nd between 8:00 - 4:00 p.m. Call us at 928854-6319. Event Headquarters: The Hampton Inn will be the event headquarters.

On-site registration and packet pickup will be available on March 1st & 2nd. from 8:00 - 4:00 p.m. Special rates for car show entrants are available. Hampton Inn Lake Havasu City at 245 London Bridge Road. For more info go to www.havasudeuces.com 12

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MAR 2018: MAR 3: TOMBALL TX: 7TH ANNUAL RALLY IN THE ALLEY: Its almost that time of year again so get those white walls clean and shine up those cars. The car show will take place in old town Tomball and it has that old Texas town feel. Come on out to see some off the coolest vintage cars in Texas and live music and awesome vendors.

And enjoy all that Tomball has to offer shopping, antique shops, boutiques, wine bar, old time soda shop. Free to all SPECTATORS family friendly event. $20 to show open to pre-1968 vehicles. Event runs from 10am – 5pm and is being held at the Texas Railroad Heritage Museum located at 201 S Elm St. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1376747489121132/

MAR 2018: MAR 1-4: BAKERFIELD CA: GOOD VIBRATIONS MOTORSPORTS MARCH MEET: This is THE ONE!! The HISTORIC MARCH MEET! Celebrating 60 years of drag racing. Event takes place at Bakersfield Famoso Raceway. Nitro Burning, Funny Cars, Dragsters and Altereds. Event Credentials, Camping – Car Show, VIP parking. For more info go to http://www.famosoraceway.com/march-meet.htm MAR 2-3: TEMECULA CA: TEMECUALA ROD RUN 2018: Friday Night Cruise 5-8pm: Come visit the Temecula Rod Run for our famous “Friday Night Cruise” and see hundreds of classic vehicles from all over the country cruise Old Town Front Street. Over 600 cars, including classics, special interest vehicles, hot rods and custom cars will be on display. The Cruising starts at 5:00pm and goes on till 8:00pm. Music and entertainment, great food, community vendors and much more. Saturday Show and

Shine 9am-4pm: This is the day where you can get a close look at these classic vehicles. The vehicles are freshly detailed and polished to “Show and Shine”. *Due to the amount of people in attendance, dogs are discouraged from attending event. If necessary, dogs must be on leash at all times. *Scooters and Skateboards are discouraged. NOTE: REGISTRATION FOR 2018 IS SOLD OUT! For More info go to https:// temeculaca.gov/rodrun 14

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MAR 2018: MAR 2-4: LOS ANGLES CA: THE CLASSIC AUTO SHOW: Located at the LA Convention Center. Your favorite Auto Celebrities under one roof, plus: 1000 cars, Restoration stage, Auto detail stage, Project car, Kid zone. Buy tickets online! Visit: www.THECLASSICAUTOSHOW.COM save $2 on tickets with promo code:BM18.

Bombs register now: www.theclassicautoshow.com For more info call 617-8335828 MAR 3: LONG BEACH CA: BLOOD DRIVE CAR SHOW: Event is being held at Veterans Stadium at LBCC. Registration is open ONLY to 1967 and earlier TraditionallyStyled American HOT RODS, Kustom cars and Traditionally-Styled Motorcycles and VW's. #1. No billet wheels or exposed billet accessories #2. No rat rods #3. No stock cars #4. No I.F.S. on fender-less cars. No Imports! (Vw's Ok) Nothing newer than 1967. *No driving around within the show grounds. Once you enter the show,

our Event Staff will direct you to a parking spot. please park and remain parked during the show hours (8am to 6pm). *No Saving Spots - if you want to park together, you must arrive together. *No Burnouts or Speeding. Please keep your speed below 5mph in all show areas, and be very aware of pedestrians around you.

The BLOOD DRIVE Car show goes on rain or shine, there are no refunds. When we sat down to conceive of a new car show; we wanted to do one with a purpose that benefits society -medically. Considering just how many of us American’s are without sufficient insurance coupled with the recent natural disasters and Las Vegas incident; it became apparent as to our daily shortage of blood supply. We are partnering with American Red Cross and other organizations that are in the blood collecting and processing sectors to not only bring them blood donations, but to assist in the raising of financial contributions. We have pledged; 20% of gate ticket sales will be donated to the hosted organization at the conclusion of the car show day. We encourage you to sign-up and commit to donate at any one of the blood drives exhibiting at the show and make a cash donation no matter what size. We and Our Partners Thank You for Your Support! Now Enjoy the Drive! For more info and to register go to www.blooddrivecarshow.com 16

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MAR 2018: MAR 3: BAKERSFIELD CA: 22ND ANNUAL SUPER CRUISE CAR SHOW: Sponsored by the Bakersfield Car Club Council, Inc and Society for Disabled Children. Located at the Kern County Fairgrounds. All proceeds benefit Society for Disabled Children of Kern County. Car Show, Super Raffle, 50/50, Vendors, Awards: Merchant Award, Best of Show, Super Cruiser, Rudy Gallups. Food available, DJ, Live Music and Sports Show Entry. Open to all Vehicles and Motorcycles. On line registration at www.bakerfieldccc.org or find us on FB: sccc Car Blub Council.

MAR 4: 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

MAR 2018: MAR 2-4: HUNTINGTON WV: 41ST ANNUAL WORLD OF WHEELS: Located at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena. Car Corral, Used car and Truck parts Swap meet spaces, No new merchandise, Limit of 2 spots. 4x4’s, motorcycles, trucks. Family entertain-

ment, Cash Awards, Dash Plaques, Trophies, Special Awards, Mountaineer Award $400 all in all over $5,000 in cash and awards. For more info: FB-huntington wv world of wheels.

MAR 4: CLIFTON NJ: CLASSIC CAR CRUISE: Tired of the Ol’man Winter? Stop by and warm up at our Classic Car Cruise! Open to all Years and Models. 11am-2:30pm (weather permitting). Located at The Hearth Rest., 1116 Rt 46W. Indoor/Outdoor event. Music, Prizes & Trophies. For more info and directions call 201-303-3218.

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MAR 2018: MAR 3: CHESTER MARYLAND: Kent Island Cruisers Car Club ALL CLUBS Breakfast 2018: All car “nuts” are welcome! (Membership in a club not required). Event being held at Kent Island Vol. Fire Dept. 1610 Main St. Breakfast is at 8:00am Breakfast, and at 9:00am the meeting starts. Cost: is still per person (eating or not) $10.00 Paid in advance, OR $15.00 at the door. **NOTICE: Attendees paid in advance will eat 1st, those paid at the door will go next** 50/50 raffle Door Prizes. Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, Bacon, Sausage, Coffee, OJ and more. (Food being prepared by KIVFD Ladies Aux., all proceeds benefits the KIVFD Ladies Aux.) Meeting Topic: 2018 Events for the area, and other items related to our hobby. NOTE: A member from each club, group or organization is invited to speak for a few minutes on their 2018 events or other issues for our hobby. (Bring Your Show or Event Flyers to share!). Please RSVP with the number & name(s) of people and your organization, with payment for each person by Feb. 21, 2018. Make checks payable to K.I. Cruisers & mail to: Kent Island Cruisers, c/o Sitar 509 Victoria Dr. Stevensville, MD. 21666 For more event Info, check out www.kentislandcruisers.com HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

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Photography by Michael Corazzelli Story by Jimmy B

Up in the Bay area and Northern California, the car show season was coming to a close. The 2nd weekend in November 2017, Goodguys Rod and Custom Assoc. was helping close the season out in style with the 28th Annual Autumn Get Together. As they have since 1990, Goodguys has held this event at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.

This Goodguys event saw more than 2,500 American made or powered hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks of all years, makes and models parked in one place. The swap meet area is always popular at this event and you see hot rodders searching for those hardto-find parts and memorabilia to finish their projects or add to their collections.

More than a few gearheads were looking for a winter project in the Cars 4 Sale Corral, as that perfect starting point.

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This event even has a special indoor portion, with the latest products and trends displayed at more than 100 vendor exhibits. Add in the Pinstriper’s Brush Bash, Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition, and you can either watch or compete in the adrenaline-pumping Goodguys AutoCross competition! Even more was going on with the Kids Free Revell Model Car make and take going on, the Model & Pedal Car show and all that live entertainment all weekend long!

If you weren’t able to be part of the 2017 Autumn Get-Together, make your plans now by heading over to the Goodguys website and getting the info on the 29th Annual Autumn Get Together in 2018.

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1st FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : ROGERSVILLE AL: FIRST FRIDAYS CRUISE IN DOWNTOWN ROGERSVILLE: Come join in on some good times in Downtown Rogersville. The goal of this meet is to bring folks together to a fun, family friendly event. All cars, trucks, and bikes are welcome. Please respect the town and the event; no speeding, no burnouts, no loud music. All stores in the Downtown area will be open, so be sure to go in and checkout what they have to offer. There will be some great food options as well. The Honeysuckle Cafe is right downtown and will offer Cruise In specials, so bring your appetite with you. Cruise starts at 6pm on Lee St. SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located right off Cool Springs Blvd.

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: Cruise happens every Monday night from 5-9pm. Rain, snow or shine! Held at the WENDY’s just south of I-80 exit 112(Rt47).

Open cruise so bring what you are driving and have fun with us! For more info email to willis824@Comcast.net

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FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: ORO VALLEY AZ: FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm. Open to cars & bikes from all era’s. All makes and models from car clubs or lone wolf’s. Simple Rules. No burnouts, no loud music, be respectful of others and the property and parking lot must be left clean. Free Custard. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/313950265718586 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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN DOWNEY CA: BOB’S BIG BOY HOT ROD AND CUSTOM CRUISE NIGHTS: Held every Wednesday Night at the Car Hop. Runs from 5-10pm. Hot rods, Classic’s and Muscle cars. Located at 7447 E. Firestone Blvd. Bring the whole family for a night of fun. For more info call 562-928-BOBS 1st SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRUISE-IN’S: PALM DESERT CA: PALM SPRINGS CRUISIN’ ASSOC. CRUISE-IN: Cruise is held on the 1st Saturday of each month October 2017 thru May 2018. Cruise is held at the Westfield Shopping area located at Montery & Hwy 111, north side of the mall behind MACY’s. Cruise Runs from 1 – 4:30pm. Cruise happens rain or shine. Non Members $10 entry. Spectators free. Open to all vehicles makes and models. For more info go to http://www.palmspringscruisinassociation.com/

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MAR 2018: MAR 7-10: PANAMA CITY BEACH FL: EMERALD COAST SPRING CRUIZIN’: Main Event Location: Aaron Bessant Park, 500 West Park Drive. We are just across from Frank Brown Park in Pier Park, just one block away from the beach. This event is positioned on 17 acres of luscious green grass, with sidewalks, shade trees, park benches, and clean air conditioned restrooms. Emerald Coast Cruizin’ features a

center stage to host live music and show awards. Ladies, Pier Park offers over 125 stores for fabulous shopping right next door. You will not want to miss this event.

Make plans now for Emerald Coast Cruizin’. Secure offsite trailer parking will be available for vehicle registrants with trailers. Please see Vehicle Registration for a Trailer Parking Pass available for $25.00, which includes trailer parking for the entire event. For more updates visit, https://emeraldcoastcruizin.com/ and www.facebook.com/emeraldcoastcruizin/ MAR 7-10: PANAMA CITY BEACH FL: CHEVELLES BY THE BEACH: This event is being held in conjunction with the Emerald Coast Cruzin’ event. Presented by AUSLEY’s Chevelle Parts. For more info go to www.emeraldcoastcruizin.com MAR 9-10: TUPELO MS: REDEMPTION DAY: Event starts at 8am and runs thru 4pm each day. Event Located at Fairpark / Tupelo City Hall, 71 E. Troy St. Family fun entertainment. Open to all cars, trucks and motorcycles. $25.00 registration Fee. Spectator fee is $5.00 for age 13 and up. Awards, Top 5 in class, Specialty awards and BEST OF SHOW. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1871056699814917/ MAR 10: CHATTANOOGA TN: Riverside Spring Meet 3: The official event page for Riverside Spring Meet 3, coming to the First Tennessee Pavilion in downtown at 1826 Reggie White Blvd. Brought to you by Riverside Chattanooga. Vendor registration is open now! https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/vendors/apply/ Vehicle registration is open now! https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/register/vehicles/ No media passes necessary. Watch https://www.riversidechattanooga.com/ for more info.

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MAR2018: MAR 10: ATMORE AL: GASSER BLOWOUT 7: Located at Atmore Dragway. Heads-up gasser racing. 74 & Back nostalgia drags, altereds/front engine dragsters, sway meet free w/admission, JR dragsters, car show. Gates open @8am, $15 Admission, kids 12 & under free. For more info: 850-206-3673 or email jhss2289@yahoo.com

MAR 9-11: MYRTLE BEACH SC: NOPI NATIONALS 2018 SPRING BREAK: The NOPI Nationals tradition continues! NOPI Nationals Supershow and Myrtle Beach Speedway are excited to announce the return of the nations elite car show and entertainment experience in 2018. Dates for this years NOPI Nationals are March 9th – 11th and July 20th – 22nd. Vehicle pre-registration and advance spectator passes for the 2018 July Summer Nationals Nationals are on sale. Purchase your passes before the day of event and save big! Advanced 3 Day Pass $15- Spectator. $35- Non Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $40- Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $75- Drift Entry. $10 – One Day Spectator Pass. Day Of Tickets- 3 Day Pass $20 – Spectator. $50 – Non Judged

Entry (Car & Driver). $60 – Judged Entry (Car & Driver). $100 – Drift Entry (Car & Driver). $15 – One Day Spectator Pass. Drifting – Friday & Sunday. Live DJ (DJ Jay Fade) All 3 days. Glow Off- Friday night. Train Horn and Exhaust Sound off – Saturday & Sunday. Burn-Out Contest -Sunday. Swimsuit Competition- Saturday & Sunday. Club games- Saturday & Sunday. Sound Contest- Saturday and Sunday. Car Show Awards- Sunday. For more info go to https:// www.myrtlebeachspeedway.com/nopi-nationals-2018/ MAR 10: PLEASANT VIEW TN: PIONEER DINER SHOW & SHINE CRUISEIN: The Pioneer

Diner & Corvettes of Clarksville are hosting a Show N Shine / Cruise-In at the Pleasant View Village, 214 Village Square. Hours: 10:00am - 2:00pm. Welcome all classic cars, muscle cars, street rods, trucks, rat rods and motorcycles. For more information, contact Chris at 615-746-6337.

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MAR 2018: MAR 10-11: LOUISVILLE KY: 52ND ANNUAL KYANA AACA SWAP MEET: Event being held at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Spaces are still available at this time for the 2018 SWAP MEET. For more information call Perry Probst 502-619-2917 or E-Mail to kyanaswapmeet@gmail.com . Event times are Saturday 8am to 6pm. and Sunday 8am to 4pm. On Friday Venders will be setting up from 11am to 6pm. At this time

the public will be allowed in with the purchase of a $10 arm band. During this time all venders may not be open for business. The swap meet will be held at the KY Fair and Exposition Center, filling the West Wing, Pavilion, West Hall & Broadbent Arena.

KYANA members would like to thank all the Vendors and Patrons who made the 2017 KYANA SWAP MEET a success! For more info go to http:// www.kyanaregionaaca.org/index.php/swap-meet MAR 10-11; BIRMINGHAM AL: BARBER HPDE Tracks Unlimited is hosting a two day HPDE at Barber Motorsports Park, a road course that Road & Track called “one of the most beautiful tracks in North America.” You’ll receive 2.5+HOURS of track time per day including our exclusive Happy Hour and enjoy the high speed thrills and technical challenges that this course offers. If you are a novice, your registration fee includes a personal in-car instructor along with classroom instruction. For those with Race/TT/Advanced DE cars who want some extra sessions, we are offering two additional sessions each day for an additional fee. To ensure that these sessions run smoothly and allow for setup testing and data gathering, spots are limited and participnats and their cars must be approved by Tracks Unlimited. Please email us for details. Early Registration fee for 2 days is $599. Sunday registration is $350. Race/

TT Test Sessions are $200. Second Driver fee (sharing same car in same run group): $100 per day. Instructor Fee – $100 – requires prior approval – limited spots available. For more info go to www.motorsportreg.com MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: ROSEMONT IL: 2018 CYCLE RAMA: Located at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center. Show winning Baggers and Chopper from across The Country!

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MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: ROSEMONT IL: 56TH ANNUAL O’REILLY WORLD OR WHEELS: Guest appearances, Features & specials, Facebook/Twitter, Student Career Day, The Legend Cup. Located at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center, 9301 Bryn Mawr Ave. Fri Mar 9: 3pm-10pm, Sat: Mar 10th, 10am-10pm, Sun: Mar 11: 10am-6pm. Gate dis-

count tickets available at O’Reilly Auto Parts: General Admission $20, Discount price $18, Children 6-12 $7, Discount $6. Children 5 and under free. Purchase of a ticket does NOT guarantee an autograph from special celebrity guests. 2018 Legend Cup award is based on first time shown at an indoor car show in the Greater Chicago Area and the winner is chosen from “Select Six” winners. $5,000 Cash prize and a Beautiful Ledged Cup! The 2017 Legend Cup Winner was “36 Packard. Jack Trepanier Legacy award is a special feature of the Chicago World of Wheels. The award, a tribute to the late Jack Trepanier, will celebrates the unique stories and heritage of a chosen vehicle and the people involved in its creation. Troy Trepanier and the crew at Rad Rides by Troy will personally select the winner and present the award. Featuring over $70,000 in cash, merchandise and trophies! 2018 Master Builder Award. Awarded at all CASI shows to a vehicle that has had the basic build done by the owner. The award will be judged by the ISCA staff with input from the local show chairman. Rising Star awards. Qualified entries between the ages of 15 & 25. Each winner receives a special award and a $50 gift card from O”Reilly Auto Parts. Application deadline is twenty days prior to the show date. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. The applications must be accompa-

nied by ¾ front and ¾ rear view phots of vehicle. Any application received without such photos will not be accepted. Such applications will be returned to you for resubmission with the proper photos. For more info: www.worldofwheels.com or www.chicagoworldofwheels.com

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MAR 2018: MAR 9-11: BOISE ID: 46TH ANNUAL BOISE ROADSTER SHOW: Located at the Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood. Home of the Goldmark Award! This show annually attracts upwards of 200 competitors from throughout the United States and Canada. Thanks to Marvel Comics, kids will be excited to meet Spiderman on Saturday and Sunday of the show weekend. Every entry that participates in the show will win an award. The top prize of the Roadster Show is called the Goldmark award. The Goldmark will go to the one entry deemed “the Best of the Best”. The grand prizes is $2000 in cash, along with an embroidered jacket and special award statue. The “Essence of Cool”, the Trendsetter, Wild one, Fire Rod Mighty Fine and Tompkins are additional special awards. A new inductee will be announced for the Master-builder award. This plaque is presented to a new recipient every March. We accept all entries through the mail as well as on line. Please include two photos. We will notify you of your acceptance into the show towards the end of January, so your patience is appreciated as we review all applications. Please provide a detailed status description should your entry still be under construction or in-progress. Show hours: Friday-noon-10pm, Saturday, 10am-10pm and Sunday 10am-6pm. Admission Adults $12, 6-12-$4 and 5 & under free.

MAR 9-11: FORT WORTH TX: 8TH SPRING LONE STAR NATIONALS-GOODGUYS 2018 EVENT: Located at the Team Motor Speedway. Featuring Hot Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru ’87, Goodguys AutoCross, Vendors, Truck Cruise, Swap Meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral and All American Sunday. For more info: 925-8389876, fax 925-820-8241 or www.good-guys.com MAR 10: NEW CANEY TX: 10TH ANNUAL TEXAS HOEDOWN: Located at the Albert Sallas Park, 21675 McClesky Rd. Car show, Live bands, Roller derby, Art show, Lil Greaser contest and vendors. Customs, Rods, Mussles, Bombs, Bugs, Traditional choppers. Texas largest pin up contest! For more info: www.thetexashoedown.com.

For food/merch vendor info: 832-473-7389.

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MAR 2018: MAR 10-11: GALVESTON TX: 40th Corvette Chevy Expo: The event will be returning to the beautiful Galveston Island Convention Center. The Corvette Chevy Expo’s Aftermarket Showcase features Major Vendors selling parts and accessories specific to the Chevrolet brand. You will also see World Class Chevrolet Show Cars beautifully displayed. This is a Concours style judged event, and full of awards. Chevrolets that receive 98-100 points also are presented the President's Award. Corvettes that have an NCRS Top Flight ® and a Bloomington Gold Certificate ® may also go for the TriPower Award ®. Our Miniature Wheels Show is open to Pedal Cars, Golf Carts, Go Carts, Bicycles, Valve Covers, any Small Wheels. Cars for Sale. There are also two Wash ‘n Shows outside, one on Saturday and one on Sunday in the front of the convention center. There is also a Craft Fair on Both days! Sunday is the Photo Shoot for Vette Vues Magazine and at 3 pm, the Miss Corvette Chevy Expo Swimsuit Contest conducted by Swimsuit USA International takes place followed by the Awards Ceremony. Admission: $15 adults, children 12 and under Free.

Free Parking in Parking Garage. For more info go to https:// corvettechevyexpo.com/ or E-mail: info@corvettechevyexpo.com or call 386-775-2512

MAR 2018: MAR 11: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PO SWAP MEET: This outdoor event has

become world renowned for its content of antique, vintage, classic, and high performance cars and parts for sale at bargain prices. The swap meet is a must visit for hot rod, muscle car, street rod, classic car and truck enthusiasts. The Long Beach Swap Meet has been featured on such television shows as Monster Garage, Popular Hot Rodding TV, and NHRA Drag Racing Today. HOURS: 6 am to 1 pm. ADMISSION: Spectators $9 per person. PARKING: Free general parking. For more info or to be a vendor go to www.longbeachhiposwapmeet.com or call 800-762-9785

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MAR 2018: MAR 11: LODI CA: LODI CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET: Located at the Lodi Festival Grounds, 413 Lockeford St. Come see some of the best Hot Rods, Muscle Cats, Rat Rods, VWs, Lowriders, Original Classic Cars, & Trucks competing for over 20 trophies. Car Show Entry Fee $20. Dash Plaques given to the first 100 show entries.

Swap meet spaces 20x20 on lawn or pavement $20 each pre-paid or $25 each at the gate (Day of the show). Overnight setup and camp out Saturday, 2pm to 8pm.

Overnight security provided. 100s of Sellers, 1000s of Buyers--$5 admission, Kids 12 and under free. For more info: 209-948-5307

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MAR 10: WEST FRIENDSHIP MD: 45TH ANNUAL COLLECTOR CAR SWAP MEET: Rain or Shine. Show time 7am-3pm. Located at the Howard County Fairgrounds, Route 144.

Free admission, Free Parking. Vendor spaces available, indoor-$30, undercover$25, Antique Car Corral-$20 (For vehicles ag 20 years or more) Add $10 per space for reservation requests postmarked after Feb 1. For info on vendor spaces-443744-6338 or email tbirdtoms60@verizon.net. For more info: www.chesapeakeaaca.org for your vendor registration form.

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FOR SALE: 1964 Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupe (SS Clone) Pro Street. This is a first year Chevelle that was restored from ground up in North Carolina. I have drove it, worked on it, and showed it over the last 3 years. The car is a Trophy winner for sure. I am no longer able to enjoy driving it because of my rheumatoid arthritis. So I am offering this extremely nice Chevelle for sale for $27,500.00. Interior is like new. The car has a chrome power steering pump and a chrome tilt steering column. Two Eldelbrock Carburators on a Eldelbrock induroshine air gap intake. MSD Ignition with HEI. Hot cam with that thump we all love. Ceramic Coated Headers and dual exhaust that sounds awesome.

The engine is dressed up very nice. Wilwood calipers (red dual piston, spindles, and drilled and slotted rotors up front. Fresh Zoom Clutch and Muncie 4 Speed with Hurst Shifter. This car drives and runs good and is priced to sell.

Don’t let it get away. Email thomashart4602@comcast.net or call 615-7126043 ask for Tommy (2-1-18)

FOR SALE: Big block Chevy race engine, 477 ci (454+.100) . Eagle crank and rods, TRW race pistons, gas ported, 12.5:1 comp. JE 1/16th rings. Pro Max aluminum heads, 320 cc , Stainless valves, Harlan Sharp rockers. Bullit cam, solid lifters. Holley single plane intake. Includes electric water pump, SFI balancer, SFI flywheel, 850 Holley carb, full sump oil pan. Built with all high quality name brand parts and hardware, no junkyard stuff. Complete engine, less ignition system. Was run at the Ohio Mile, made six full throttle passes and five tryout/ license passes, ran good every time, engine is in excellent shape. Changing class to small turbo motor, don't need this one anymore. Asking $6500. Call Brad Thomas 931-981-1534 thommysgarage@aol.com (2-7-18) WANTED: 1932 Ford 3 Window Coupe or Roadster, 60’s style fenderlesss for sale? Looking for fenderless Henry or steel reproduction. Email to johnbooku@gmail.com with info. (1-4-18) 44

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FOR SALE: 1966 MUSTANG SPORT COUPE. Always a California Car. New chrome bumpers. All emblems & gas cap new. New door handles. Restored stainless trim around windows…ongoing project. GT rear valence panel added. All wiring from firewall forward replaced with custom made harnesses by owners. Engine compartment painted Satin Black. All engine compartment hardware replaced. New 1966 grille. Real Ralph Newman striping on trunk. Shane Leasure striping on fire extinguisher.. 8” RR upgraded with fresh 3.55 Trac-Lok posi unit. Complete front suspension rebuilt using all new parts. Shelby relocation drop performed on upper control arms. Mustangs Plus Grab-A-Trak upper and lower control arms, struts, tie rods, bushings, end links, double roller bearing spring perches & coil spring insulator pads.

Mike Maier 600 coil springs and 1 1/4” hollow sway bar. Mustangs Plus One piece deep groove export brace & Chrome Monte Carlo Bar. RCD Bilstein gas shocks.

Complete rear suspension rebuilt using all new parts. Mustangs Plus Performance Grab-A-Trak 4 ½ leaf mid eye leaf springs, bushings, shackles, ½ inch lowering blocks, U-bolts and hardware. RCD Bilstein gas shocks. MPC Kelsey-Hayes disc brake conversion kit from ABC Mustang. Wheel Vintiques Chrome Magnum 500.

Front 15x6x4 & Rear 15x7x4.25. Front Roadhugger Radial GT P185/65R/15. Rear Roadhugger Radial GT P235/60R/15. 1966 Ford 289 bored .040. Comp Cams HiEnergy cam and lifters was used along with their valve springs, retainers and push rods. Valve covers are ball-milled high profile polished aluminum. Doug Thorley full length Tri-Y headers. 2.5” Aluminized pipe into Flowmaster 40 series mufflers. Stainless steel tips exit the GT rear valence panel. Mattsons polished aluminum cross flow radiator. Spal electric fan. T5 5 speed using a T5 adaptor kit. A Ford High Performance clutch was installed. Hurst shifter. Red TMI Running Pony Interior kit. Black headliner and dash pad. ACC black carpet kit. Black seat belts. New door handles and window cranks. New steel gas tank and filler kit installed. A three-owner California car. All receipts from previous owner and current owner. Original Ignition key with car. No rust or rust repairs on car. Floors and trunk really clean from factory. Priced at $25,000.00 Call 510/289-1118 or email traille3@sbcglobal.net (2-1-18)

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