Gearhead Gazzette Vol. 17 Issue 48 Nov 30-Dec 6, 2017

Vol. 17 Issue 48

Nov. 30—Dec 6, 2017

Price: FREE

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Vol. 17 Issue 48 Nov 30 — Dec 6, 2017

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, WILLIAMS DESIGN, Larry Williams, PRI

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

The Fun Starts Here Road Rumblings Southeast Car Shows Western USA Car Shows West Coast Car Shows Photo Cover Contest Upcoming Car Shows Showtime in B’Ham Cruise-In’s Across the USA

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Cover: The TIME MERCHANT RPU by Goolsby Customs at B’Ham WOW Show by Jimmy B Contents Page: Cool art by Williams Design & Larry Williams

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….”

Have you priced a 3 day trip for 2 to Disneyworld lately?

Doing a quick re-cap, 2 issues ago I talked about the cost of car shows and the many things gearheads deal with these days, when they attend one.

Whether a one day show or more likely a multi-day event, there are cost to having fun.

charity work through the year and it adds up. One of the bigger costs is insurance for the event itself. Hard to rent a location without it in todays society who likes to SUE someone right away.

Rental of the venue may factor in too.

Take a multi-day event and multiple those costs. Venue rental, insurance costs, paying local police and EMT coverage costs $$...BIG $$$. They have workers behind the scene who get paid also. There ae many other costs that factor into this too.

We as show participants and even as spectators, grumble and complain about the cost of going to some events. For the show producers and promoters, they too have a huge cost factor to deal with for their events.

Participants think that the show producers are carrying bags full of money to the bank for an event. The event promoters or group running the show, ARE IN IT TO MAKE $$. They don’t do it to lose money so we can all have a good time. They have to make a profit to able to put on more shows.

The bottom line to all this is, our hobby, sport, passion or whatever you call it, cost s us $$ to have fun. Even if we only pump gas into the tank costs money.

Having fun as a gearhead costs money.

Have you priced a 3 day trip for 2 to Disneyworld lately? Based on a quick check as I write this, Disneyworld is $113.00 a day for an adult, plus hotel.

You cant see it all in 1 day. Magic Kingdom, and EPCOT are 2 day minimum so that would be $452 for 2 adults., plus 2 nights hotel. Yea...some discount packages are out there to cut cost, but going to a 3 day car event, while not cheap, is still a good deal.

Local 1 day shows have expenses that they have to cover. Generally 98% of the help to put on the show is done by volunteers. Still there are awards to buy, as many people want a trophy. Dash plaques are given out, miscellaneous office supplies, flyer printing, door prizes and other items to make the show happen have costs attached to them, Add in making some type of profit for the cause the show is for or for the club do use in

Life’s short...go have some fun..

Jimmy B. 4

“the fun starts here”….

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Top Five Most Expensive States for Auto Insurance Florida—Florida is a no-fault state. There is mandatory $10,000 PIP Personal Injury Protection coverage accounting for one-fourth of the insurance premiums there. Hurricanes and tropical storms necessitate increased comprehensive coverage and with the most recent hurricane these rates are expected to continue to climb. Florida is second in the nation for uninsured drivers on the road at 24 percent, and there is more car insurance fraud than any other state with con men attempting to take advantage of no-fault laws.

The city of Miami tops the charts for Florida with premiums for a salesperson with a speeding ticket, a not-at-fault collision and business use insurance at $4,050. West Palm Beach, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale are right behind.

Louisiana—Natural disasters, overly generous claim settlements, some of the worst maintained roads in the country and the ability to directly sue insurance companies contribute to Louisiana’s high rates. Even Geico premiums are double that in other states. Add distracted driving and 7 percent more collisions, the insurance companies have raised rates from 4 to 16 percent per year for the past two years. Louisiana's highest premium city is New Orleans with premiums for a salesperson with a speeding ticket, a not-at-fault collision and business use insurance at $3,350.

Michigan—Depending on the survey, Michigan has among the highest insurance in the country. The state has the most comprehensive no-fault insurance system, PIP has unlimited lifetime medical benefits, mandatory property protection insurance, and 21 percent of drivers are uninsured. Even a driver with a great record will pay thousands of dollars a year in many Detroit area suburbs. Michigan tops the list, with the highest insurance premiums in Detroit, for a salesperson with a speeding ticket, a not-at-fault collision and business use insurance at $4,388.

New Jersey—high accident rates, PIP up to $250,000, medical fraud and population density are all factors contributing to the Garden State ranking in the top five most expensive states.

Unfortunately, PIP fraud has shot up which raises the cost of insurance for everyone in this state. Newark comes in at $3,474 for a salesperson with a speeding ticket, a not-at-fault collision and business use insurance.

New York—The Empire State is a no-fault state. No-fault doesn't mean that no one is found at fault for an accident, but rather that someone who is injured in an accident would first look to his or her own insurance coverage to pay for expenses. If PIP limits are exceeded, then the at-fault driver's liability coverage can kick in. One of the main contributions to New York's higher rates is the traffic density. With Brooklyn having a population density of 35,369 people per square mile the number of vehicles on the road is large in comparison to other cities.

New York City premiums come in at a high of $3,174 for a salesperson with a speeding ticket, a not-at-fault collision and business use insurance.

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People are very familiar with PRI’s older and bigger brother, the SEMA show in Las Vegas, yet fewer are familiar with the industry’s hardcore performance based show. Held over three days, The PRI show has traditionally been from Thursday through Saturday to reach the maximum number of attendees, the show is billed as the “Epicenter of New Racing Technology.” The biggest question we always get is; “How is the PRI Show different than the SEMA Show?”

That’s a great question! The focus is solely on performance and racing. No under car lighting, bedazzled engine parts, or bling-bling gadgets. It’s all about the speed and muscle!

The event organizers are predicting over 1,100 exhibiting companies with over 3,300 booth which will be displaying more new racing products than anywhere else on the planet this year.

The companies attending are from more than 70 countries and all 50 states. The Indianapolis-based show is open to buyer and media members to scour the new products and new technology that will be finding their way to the race tracks next year. While we have nothing against fuzzy dice and chrome hubcaps, Hot Rods were based on performance in the beginning and still play a large roll in our hobby.

No one saw one belly tanker at the SEMA trade show earlier this month. The chances of spotting a streamliner or belly tanker at the PRI show is far greater, and we would be disappointed if there were not five or more of each. Attendees to the show are pre-qualified. Admission is complimentary, but all attendees must all prove they own, manage or are employed by a racing business.

Buyers for tens of thousands of racing retail stores, warehouse distribution centers, professional race engine builders, race car production companies, are making 2018 inventory decisions in each exhibit. They represent the all-important distribution pipeline for racing products. In the US alone, there are more than 400,000 racers, the vast majority of whom are at the grassroots level, purchasing products from their local race store or race engine builder.

Every type of racing discipline featured under one roof: drag racing, sprint cars, stock cars, road racing, modifieds, dirt late models, karting, off-road racing, tractor pulling, open wheel, muscle car, performance marine, and more. There are more than 100 manufacturers on “Machinery Row” displaying cutting-edge machining equipment and providing hands-on demonstrations.

The PRI “Race Industry Week” will feature more than 45 conferences, seminars, and social gatherings. at the Indiana convention center. There will be some exclusive events, including a PRI Happy Hour, Grand Opening Breakfast, Student Breakfast/Career Day, International Motorsports Trade Seminar, Advanced Engineering Technology Conference 7

DEC 2017: DEC 2: SPRING HILL TN: RAT TRAP RACING CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE & HOT ROD GATHERING: Ron & Brian Hope invite you to come out and have a fun afternoon at RAT TRAP RACING. Check out the RAT TRAP Fuel Altered race cars, the Land Speed Racing cars and the shop too. Bring those cool cars and trucks out as they want to fill the place up!

Don’t have a cool car or truck, come on out anyway and enjoy the fun. Open house runs from 12noon – 4pm. Located at 3710 John Lunn Rd – Building 3, Spring Hill TN. Easy to find off Hwy 396 – SATURN PARKWAY. Head east on Kedron Road appx ½ mile to John Lunn Rd and turn left and follow it back to the shop.

DEC 2: CALHOUN GA: CHRISTMAS-N-PARADISE SHOW AND GO: Located at the Paradise Drag strip, 500 Chatsworth Hwy. Nostalgic drag meet, car show, & swap meet. No rain date for this event. Swap meet, Show car & Drag Racers only. Bring new toy to get $5 off admission. Drag racers-$35, Swap meet & show cars-$25, Admission-$10, 10 and under free. For more info: 706-934-3437 or 706-278-2846.

DEC 2: NASHVILLE TN: BIKE & TOY DRIVE: Hosted by the C10 Club of Tennessee. Event

being held at ADVANCED PLATING located at 1425 Cowan Ct. We want to load up the bed of a truck with bikes and toys to donate to local needy children. We will also have a silent auction that will help us raise more. Holley, Lokar, Pro Performance, and Switch Suspension are just some of the companies that have donated items for us to bid on.

Event will run from 10am-2pm. For more info email to c10clubtennessee@gmail.com DEC 2: COOKEVILLE TN: 2ND ANNUAL CAR & TRUCK MEET TOY DRIVE: Hosted by Reckless Auto Sports. Admission is 1 Unwrapped Toy or CASH Donation. Toys to be donated to TOYS FOR TOTS and CASH will be donated to the Child Advocacy Center. Event runs from 10am – 8pm. Event being held at the Putnam County Fairgrounds DEC 2: KNOXVILLE TN: BIKE AND TOY DRIVE: Hosted by the C10 Club of Tennessee.

Event being held at RUSBILT Street Rods located at 1040 Lee St. For more info email to c10clubtennessee@gmail.com DEC 2: LAVERGENE TN: HOLIDAY CELEBRATION WITH GATEWAY CLASSIC CARS: Everyone is welcome! Stop by Gateway Classic Cars on December 2nd from 10 am till 3 pm.

Enjoy lunch and beverages on us! All we ask is that you give back to the community and bring an unwrapped (new) toy for Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. Let us know if you are coming,https://www.facebook.com/events/1681822935192971/ 8

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DEC 2017: DEC 2: LAVERGNE TN: Celebrate the Season: Event location is at Gateway Classic Cars of Nashville, 320 Tech Park Drive. Event Time: 10 am. Holiday celebration with Gateway Classic Cars of Nashville. Join Gateway Classic Cars as we celebrate Christmas by giving back to the community with Fire Truck O' Toys. Gateway will be providing food, beverages, and the entertainment of classic collectible cars. We hope that you find it in your heart to bring an unwrapped new toy to make a child's Christmas morning full of joy. Admission will be waived when you donate a toy for the children in need. Let's get to together and make a difference. For more info, call: 615-213-1800 and visit: www.gatewayclassiccars.com/locations?location=NSH

DEC 2017: DEC 1-2: TUCSON AZ: 9th ANNUAL SABBAR SHRINERS CHARITY CAR SHOW & TOYS FOR TOTS GIFT DRIVE: Located at 450 S Tucson Blvd (between Broadway & 22nd St.)

This is benefiting the Tucson Shriners Temple transportation fund for pediatric orthopedics & burn care. Friday, Dec 1, 5:30pm-9pm, Open house & kick-off party at Hi-Speed Rods & Customs. Late care show registration, entertainment. 7pm-Dinner is served by Sir Verza’s Taco Garage, two meal tickets with your $35 pre-registered entry, extra tickets are $10 at the door. The $35 entry includes: two Friday night dinner tickets at Hi-Speed Rods & Customs Shop/one free event tee-shirt designed

by Brizio Products, Pro’s pics awards, People’s choice award, Celebrity pics, Special indoor car show in the Shriners ballroom featuring Gil Losi’s Plymouth & other show winning customs. 8pm, Vintage drag racers cackle fest in the front Hi-speed park-

ing lot, bring your ear plugs! Plus there just may be some surprise guests that stop by, so expect an autograph session as well. Saturday Dec 2, 7am-9am-Display & pre-registered car move in at the Sabbar Shriners Hall. 9am late registration begins.

9am-3pm, opening ceremonies and the Show & Shine other activities begin. There will be a limited number of shirts ordered. So mail you order in ASAP. These 10 color shirts will be a hit with everyone who sees them. Sizes up to M-3XL $20. Don’t forget to bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots! For more info: call 520-235 -3935 or 520-744-2974 or www.sabbarshriners.org 10

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DEC 2017: DEC 2: TUCSON AZ: TUCSON MOPAR CLUB 2017 CAR SHOW: Mark your calendars now! For more info: contact Rick Wamsley at Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Tucson, 745-1000 or www.TucsonDodge.com DEC 2: SIERRA VISTA AZ: 5TH ANNUAL LAWLEY CAR SHOW: Located at 2900 E Fry

Blvd. Rain or Shine. Every one Welcome. 8am-10am registration. 10am-2pm show time. 2pm are award presentations. First 100 pre-registrations received by Nov 21 will receive a complimentary event T-shirt. 100% of Entry Fees to Benefit Local Children in Foster Care through Catholic community services. DJ and live remotes, Festive Atmosphere, Food Vendors on site and photographer. Registration fee: A new, unwrapped toy (value $10-$20 to be dropped off during registration the morning of the car show. If you prefer to let us do your shopping, cash equivalent or a check or money order. Dash plaques, Trophies, Tee shirts available, Live remotes, DJ, Food Vendors on site and Trivia Giveaways. There are sixteen “Best” tro-

phy divisions. No alcohol, no animals, no stereos and no firearms permitted. For more info: www.lawleycars.com DEC 2: FT WORTH TX: 1st ANNUAL HOT ROD TRINTY CAR SHOW: The Hot Rod Trinity Car Show is the premier Pre-1963 Car Show in Fort Worth. Come join us for great bands, vendors and of course the best Hot Rods and Kustoms around. Event being held at Trinity Park located at Trinity Park Dr. Event runs from 12 noon – 11pm. Car registration is open ONLY to 1963 and earlier traditionally-styled american hot rods, custom cars/trucks. No Imports, No VWs, No cars newer

than 1963 - please make sure you fit these requirements or you will be rejected at gate - no refunds. "Traditionally-styled" refers to a style of cars built in or reminiscent of hot rods and customs built in the 1940s, 50s or 60s. We reserve the right to refuse entry to any vehicle that we feel does not fit the direction of cars we want to feature at the show. For more info go to https:// www.hotrodtrinity.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/ events/340601159678830/

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DEC 2017: DEC 2: MESA AZ: THE 1ST ANNUAL CHARITY CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Located at Desert Ridge High School, 10045 E Madero Ave, this address is also the entry to the show.

Show time 9am-2pm. 1st 200 entries receive a Dash Plaque and Goodie Bag. Trophies awarded to the Top 20 cars. Admission: $25 Pre-registration prior Nov 15, $35 late registration cut-off date is Nov 2nd). Drive up entries on day of event until

all remaining spaces are taken. 50/50 Raffle with car themed prizes. Food and Beverage vendors. For more info: 480-981-8348 or tepsfan@yahoo.com.

DEC 2017: DEC 2: COVINA CA: CITY WIDE CAR CLUB LA-SGV-OC ANNUAL TOY DRIVE: Located at 845 W Cypress St. $10 entry or $10 toy…10am-5pm. Trophies for Top 15, Trophies for Club Participation, Special Invite to all car club, Solo Riders, Bombs, Motorcycles, Bikes, Hot Rods, Euros, Trucks, Pedal Car, SUV’s, Raffles, 50/50, Vendors

and DJ. For more info: 626-806-6618.

DEC 2: HUNTINGTON BEACH CA: 1ST ANNUAL HUNTINGTON BEACH HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE & CAR SHOW: Toy Drive benefitting Huntington Beach Fire Dept. Bring your car, and a toy or $20.00. Event runs from 12noon – 4pm and is being held at the FORU SONS BREWING located at 18421 Gothard St Suite 100. Special Guest appearance by HOONIGANS Jon Chase and Tri 5 By Fire Car. Featuring HOT RODDERS OF TOMORROW. Landspeed cars. Drag cars, roadsters, hot rods, classics and more!

Food truck, craft beer, engine build off live pinstriping, parts raffle music, awards

and Santa and his helpers too.

DEC 3: 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 14

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EXTENDED to Dec 8th!

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Based on responses we have received, we have EXTENDED the entry deadline to Dec 8th.

Don’t delay and get you entry in today for our 2nd Annual Cover Photo Contest

Check out the cool prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of this years Cover Photo Contest.

Over $300.00 in prizes for our winners!

1st Place: Picture on the cover of the Gearhead Gazzette on an issue in Jan 2018, a Cool Gearhead Gazzette Camp Style Shirt, and a commemorative hard copy of that issue of the magazine and an 8 x 10 “TOON color print of the Car in the shot by Williams Design!!

2nd Place: Picture on the cover of the Gearhead Gazzette on an issue in Jan 2018, a Cool Gearhead Gazzette Shirt, Hat and a commemorative hard copy of that issue of the magazine.

3rd Place: Picture on the cover of the Gearhead Gazzette on an issue in Jan 2018, a Cool Gearhead Gazzette TShirt and a commemorative hard copy of that issue of the magazine.

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DEC 2017: DEC 9: TUSCALOOSA AL: TOYS FOR TOTS CAR, TRUCK AND BIKE SHOW: Event is open to all makes and models. Power Wheel car show for the little car guys and girls. Audio demos are welcome...and appreciate. To enter the show we ask that you bring a new unwrapped toy for toys for tots or make a donation to them. Event being held at McFarland Mal located at 900 Skyland Blvd E. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1990566704552444/ DEC 9: MURFREESBORO TN: Buzz & Alchemy Vinyl's Christmas Car Show and Toy Drive! All it takes is One New, Unwrapped, Toy to cover admission for you and a guest into this family friendly event (Kids under 12 are FREE)! Free Parking! Come check out some awesome cars, vendors and have a great time in the name of a good cause! Donations will go to the Murfreesboro Fire Department to help families in need this Holiday Season. DJ Cliffy D will be performing! 30 Trophy Classes!

Family Activities. Car Activities including a Low Car Limbo contest. Register Early to get your car featured on the event page!

Show Registration is $20 per car. Register early by contacting: keithkuykendall1964@gmail.com . Register Early to get your business featured on the event page! Vendor spaces are available starting at $75. Vendors may apply by contacting: keithkuykendall1964@gmail.com . Event Rules: 1. No alcoholic beverages! 2.

Profanity will not be tolerated, as this is a family event.

3. We will not be responsible for theft or damaged, Please secure your items. 4. Food/Beverage vendors must set up outside the Expo Center 5.

Please be mindful to others. Again, this is a family event! 6. There will be a $25 fee if we have to clean up a vendor's location. Last but not least enjoy and have fun. We look forward to seeing and meeting each and everyone of you! Event being held at the MID-TN Expo Center located at 1660 Middle Tennessee Blvd. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1599421326811020/

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DEC 2017: DEC 9: SHREVEPORT LA: SANTA FUN RUN: HAVE A COOL YULE TIDE! Meet at 9:30am at the Shreveport Rescue Mission, 901 McNeil St. leaving promptly @10:30am with a Police Escort. Participants should pan to bring one item to donate to each of the three stops below. Each vehicle will receive a dash plaque and door prizes will be awarded at the last stop (Nicky’s Mexican Restaurant). You can clean out your clos-

ets and donate used items at the Mission Stop. Men, women, and children items needed. All items new and used, unwrapped. New items needed: Men, women and children toiletries, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors, shaving cream, toilet paper, etc. Food items: canned food, fruit, candy etc. Next stop: Operation Santa Claus—KWKH radio station. This helps the Shreveport/Bossier Police and Fire departments distribute toys to the needy children on their daily routes and calls. Toys must be new and un-wrapped. Ages newborn to 15. No large items that cannot be put into a patrol car. Please no playdoh, toy guns or knives. NEW UNWRAPPED TOYS!

TOYS FOR TOTS—Nicky’s Mexican Restaurant in North Bossier. Have lunch at Nicky’s and they will give you 15% off your ticket! These toys are distributed to the children in Toy for Tots. Items requested: NEW AND UN-WRAPPED TOYS OR CLOTHES FOR NEWBORN TO 18. Ideas: books, watches, cd players, stuffed animals, dolls, Barbies, balls, games. No toy guns or knives. Tax deductible Cash donations are always welcomed. For more info: 318-453-7027 or 318-458-3646. Everyone is invited!! So, start this Holiday season off right!

DEC 2017: DEC 10: WARREN MI: WPC – GREAT LAKES REGION WINTER SWAP MEET: NEW LOCATION – Macomb Community College – Expo Center located at 14500 E. 12 Mile Rd. Located just north of I-696. Show time is 8am – 4pm. Admission is $5.00. Early Bird Special 7am – 8am $20.00. Vendor set up is on Friday, Saturday and early Sunday morning. Swap space is $35.00 per table. Please note there also will be NO Chairs or CARTS to aid in moving your parts. For table reservations call 586-322-8518 and for general info call 586-859-2575 20

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DEC 2017: DEC 9: PALM DESERT CA: 2017 HOT DESERT MOPARS INFORMAL MOPAR MEETS: Located at Desert Crossing, Hwy 111. 1pm-4pm. Holiday Toy Drive: Any year Mopar, Any Mopar enthusiast, Any car, We Welcome all! Fun Education, History, Friendship.

Schedule runs to be announced—via email primarily. Dates and time are subject to change. Receive exact dates, times & locations via email, website, or phone. For

more info: www.HotDesertMopars.com, Info@HotDesertMopars.com, FB: Hot Desert Mopars or www.Instagram/HotDesertMopars or call 760-861-8075.

DEC 9: IRWINDALE CA: MOONEYES XMAS PARTY SHOW & DRAG: Located at the Irwindale Speedway. Gates open at 6am. Hot Rods, Customs, Choppers and more!

1/8th mile drags *Pre ’69 model yrs only plus Run Whatcha Brung! Drag Race, Live Bands, Pin up contest, and vendors. For more info: www.yokohamahotrodcustomshow.com.

DEC 10: 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

Got too much “STUFF laying around?

List it in our FOR SALE OR SWAP section.

No cost for private individuals and the ad runs for 2 months ...FOR FREE It will be seen weekly in the magazine and also on our FOR SALE OR SWAP page on our website.

Send info and pics to gearheadgazzette@gmail.com

Send it to us today!

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Story & Photo’s by Jimmy B

time we went the B’Ham show, we thought that very thing…small show.

While the Southeast part of the USA generally does not get super cold or as cold at the northern states do, winter does provide a cooling off and a chill in the air.

In the early part of February each year, down in the “Heart of Dixie” as it’s also known, Birmingham Alabama experiences a late winter thaw and a warm up. We liken this weather effect is because of the Birmingham World of Wheels show being held at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Center in downtown Birmingham.

All those cool cars really heat up B’Ham for the 2nd weekend in February.

After you walk thru BOTH levels of the show, you do realize that this is a good sized show. Lot’s of floor space and it’s filled with so many great entries...cars, trucks, hot rods, motorcycles and a lot more.

We consider this show a fooler or sleeper. We say that as if you have never been to this ISCA show, when you walk in your first impression is that this is a small show. ISCA has different levels and sizes of shows across the USA. The first

The quality level of the participants entries at this show is very high. We point this out because we have been to other ISCA shows, and the promoters “fill up a hall” but the quality of the entries is 23

lacking what we were expecting and have come to count on from an ISCA show.

Besides al the cool rides, there was plenty of family fun throughout the show for every members of the family.

If you’re looking to thaw out next February, plan now to head to B’Ham and the World of Wheels show on the second weekend of the month. You’ll know you’re in the right spot when you feel the thaw taking place outside.

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SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located right off Cool Springs Blvd.

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. This last event will be really awesome. Please see below what will be taking place. This Cars and Coffee will be from 8AM to 6 PM. We are extending the time so people have time to stop by and donate Toys or make a donation or just come and enjoy the spirit. Cars and Coffee will kick off at 8AM. Rain or Shine and we have a nice warm Garage so you don’t have to be in the cold. Free Coffee and Donuts. Multiple Dayton-Area business owners are partnering for their third year in a row to collect toy donations for the Marine Toys for Tots foundation. This year, we are proud to announce a new location thanks to the support of The Horsepower Farm. We will cruise at 9am on Dec 2nd from the Greene in Beavercreek down to join Cars and Coffee at the Horsepower Farm. New toys will be collected and donated to the Marine Toys for Tots foundation to benefit local children who otherwise might not have a gift to open this Christmas season. Any donation is more than welcome. We plan to have a silent auction with some really cool stuff to bid on. If you would like to donate something please contact me ASAP! There will also be a gun raffle for a S&W 357. We are going to sell tickets and the drawing and winner will be announced at the February Cars and Coffee. Santa Claus will also be making an appearance at 12PM he will be arriving by Parachute so you don’t want to miss this event. Remember everyone is welcome so bring the family and kids. We also have Rock Crawlers that will be taking folks for rides around the farm. You won’t believe the excitement this will bring. We did this at the warrior event in July and it was awesome!!! If you think riding in a side by side is fun wait until you ride in one with a V8. We have not confirmed this yet but have a group of people that want to do a fish fry at lunch time. More details to follow. There will be no Cars and Coffee in January since Cavalcade is always that weekend so we will see you there and start back in February. Have a Happy Holiday Season and we look forward to seeing everyone again in 2018!!! Please don’t wrap any Toys . A portion of the proceeds from the event will go to support Blue Skies Alumni, and provide Christmas gifts and airfare for Fallen Hero Families and Combat Injured Warriors in need of help during the Christmas season. 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).

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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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