June Newsletter 2016 - East Tennessee Mopars

MOPAR MUSCLE
Official newsletter of the East Tennessee Mopars Car Club.
Established April, 1988
easttennesseemopars.com
[email protected]
Club meeting:
Volume 29
The regular June meeting of the ETM club
will be held on Thursday, June 2 at Chilhowee Park. 7:00pm.
We will meet at the flag
pole then drive through
the tunnel to the Midway side.
President’s Corner
Inside this issue
Birthday’s
3
Officers & Bd
Members
3
Calendar of
Events
4
Mopar
Businesses & For
Sale Items
5
More Pictures
6
Letter from Chris
7
Club Application
9
Car Show Flyer
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Issue 06
June 2016
By Judy Holman
What a busy few Saturday’s we have had. First, a BIG
thank you to Robert Elwood and the crew at the Atomic
Speed Shop. The cruise in was a great hit. ETM members attending were: Jim Hill, Brent Ledgerwood, John &
Debbie Foster, Erik Vogeley & son Sam, Bill Robinson,
Katie Yaroch, Ken & Kim Nelson, Jim Payne, David Schmitt (new member), and
Mike & I. The parking lot looked like a dealership!
Along with the ETM members several Mopar
friends stopped by to talk car and sit a spell. Jack,
the head mechanic gave everyone a tour of the shop
and answered all questions. There was plenty of car
talk to go with the
coffee and donuts.
What a great way to
spend a morning.
The following weekend several ETM members made
the track down to Ringgold, GA for the MoParty Picnic. What a fantastic turn out - 250 Mopars showed
up! Driving down 75 south was Jim Hill in his Fury,
John Henry in his Charger, Bill Robinson in his Duster, and Mike & I bringing up
the rear in our Ram. We arrived at the picnic around 11:30 that morning. Mopar
folks from Alabama followed us in. There was everything in the car field - muscle,
race, trucks, new, stock, and modified. Everyone was asked to bring a covered side
dish to go with the BBQ. There was plenty to go around for several helpings! Herb
McCandless, The Ram Chargers, and Ken Hensley were there for Q & A and some
great story telling. I had the opportunity to visit
with friends from the North GA Mopar Club and
Music City Mopars. And made new friends from
the Tennessee Valley Mopar Club. There are plans
in the making for another get together next year.
(More pictures on page 6)
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Official newsletter of the East Tennessee Mopars Car Club.
28th Annual “Fun in the Sun” All Mopar Car Show
Update
This is it - 5 weeks until show time! There is still a lot to do. Get the car show flyer out- cruises/car
show you attend. As of this newsletter - we have approved the t-shirt design, trophy order and dash
plaque order are in, insurance coverage is taken care of, Nathan is back as our DJ, and I am working with
the park on details. There is still time to accept trophy sponsors. Let me know ASAP if you receive any.
Here are the last 2 important meetings before the show. Make plans to attend both. We will meet at the
flag pole and drive through the tunnel for both of these meetings.
Thursday, June 2 - Regular Meeting at 7:00pm
Meet at Chilhowee Park for layout of the show,
Day of Show Jobs sign up sheet/tent sign up
Collect all sponsorship monies
Bring all goody bag items and door prizes you have
Tuesday, June 21 - Workers Meeting: Chilhowee Park at 7:00pm
Go over all details of the show and answer any last minute questions.
Collect all door prizes, Kid’s Door prizes, and Dollar Bill Race items.
The Day of the Show, all club members are asked to be at the park at 6:00am. We will meet at the entrance gate off Beaman Street. Set up for registration must be ready by 7:00am for our swap/vendor
folks. The remainder of the show set up must be completed by 8:00am. Be sure to wear your club tshirt.
If you have any questions, the best way to contact me during the next 5 weeks is by the club email address: [email protected]. Or text me at 865-806-4122.
Mopar Muscle is a monthly newsletter published for and about the East Tennessee Mopars
Car Club, P.O. Box 51401, Knoxville, TN. 37950. A non-profit group organized by enthusiasts of Chrysler built motor vehicles. “Mopars” is a registered trademark of Chrysler Motor Corporation, and the variation used by the East Tennessee Mopars is with permission.
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REMINDER
ETM Officers, Directors, and Board Members
President
Judy Holman
(865)-691-6002
Vice President
Joe David Stansberry
(865)-922-7129
Secretary
Sharon Clark
(865)-712–5783
Treasurer
Mike Holman
(865)-691-6002
Membership Director Jim Hill
(865)-690-5313
Car Show Director
Judy Holman
(865)-691-6002
Board Members
John Foster
(865)-898-0558
Newsletter Editor
Judy Holman
[email protected]
(865)-691-6002
Check your address label
for your membership
expiration date.
Send your updated membership application and
money to:
Jim Hill
Membership Director
ETM
P.O. Box 51401
Knoxville, TN 37950
Welcome these new members to the East Tennessee Mopars Car Club
David Schmitt, the proud owner of a 2012 Challenger
Welcome back these members who renewed their membership
Happy Birthday to these club members
June
Kim Nelson
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ETM EVENTS/CAR SHOWS FOR 2016
(calendar will show 3 months in advance (space permitting) any meetings/events for ETM members)
May 21 (Sat)
Providence Car Show - Providence Church at Lovell Rd. and Pellisippi Pkwy,
9am-2pm, show cars must be present by 11:00am. Registration: $20, Top 20 awards,
also a Top Mopar. Info: Keith Hargis at 865-919-2666
May 28 (Sat)
Somernites Cruise - Mopar Mania, Somerset, KY. Info: www.somernitescruise.com or
606-872-2277, [email protected]
June 2 (Thurs)
Regular ETM monthly meeting at Chilhowee Park. All members will meet at the flag
pole an then drive over - through the tunnel - to the Midway side. This is a very impor
tant meeting and everyone is asked to attend.
June 18 (Sat)
Tennessee Valley Mopar Car Show - Huntsville Dragway, Huntsville, AL.
Info: Bob at 256-655-3644
June 21 (Tues)
Workers Meeting at Chilhowee Park: everyone working the car show is asked to
attend this meeting to review the layout of this years show. 7:00pm
June 25, (Sat)
28th Annual “Fun In The Sun” All Mopar Car Show. Chilhowee Park– Midway
Side. Knoxville, TN For more info: (865)-691-6002, [email protected], or
www.easttennesseemopars.com
July 15-17
Chrysler Nationals at Carlisle, Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle, PA
Aug. 12-14
Aug. 20 (Sat)
Mopar Nationals, Columbus, Ohio
Annual ETM Club Picnic at Norris Dam
Sept. 24
Music City Mopar Car & Truck Show, Wilson County Fairgrounds, Lebanon, TN
***Saturday Night Cruise In’s - Clinton Highway behind the Advance Auto and next to Joe Neubert’s Collision
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Recommended Mopar friendly businesses.
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There are several 100% gas stations in and around the Knoxville area. Several are changing their premium grade to a mid grade of 90 octane. The Weigel’s Station on the corner of Western Ave. and
Cumberland Estates has 100% gas with 87, 89, and 93 octane.
Atkins & Son Transmission, 4001 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN (865) 524-3059
Advance Auto Parts
NAPA Auto Parts
Atomic Speed Shop is owned by club member Robert Elwood. His specialty is Mopar! Give him a
call for your Mopar needs.
Looking for that Mopar part, give club members Ted and Jackie a call at Stephens Performance. All
they do is MOPAR!
Stephens Performance
For All Your Mopar Needs
9321 Hwy 207, Anderson, AL
(256) 247-1332
Call and ask for Ted or Jackie
Premier Mopar Engine Shop, High End B-Body Restorations
Quick Turnaround – No Deposit 10% Off Labor for ETM members
Super Flow SF-502 Engine Dyno 865-272-3619
114 Union Valley Rd, Oak Ridge TN,
For Sale/Wanted Mopar Parts
1974 Plymouth Roadrunner, 72,329 miles, original paint was yellow with a black stripe
(a Daisy Duke car), now it is jet black with a black interior that is in good condition, 318
engine- but is currently not running (intake & 2bbl is off but have the parts), This car is
an award winner. $7,000 or BO More info: call Brian (423) 453-7224
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More pictures from the Atomic Cruise In…..
More pictures from the MoParty Picnic…
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A Letter from Chris Greetings from the Pacific Northwest, ETM Mo-fans! It’s official, I have been out here over 6 months. Still
trying to get the lay of the land and figure out what’s what. I’m currently trying to hunt down the local Mopar
club. A little birdie has told me that it may be the Mid Columbia Mopars. I narrowly missed the show-andshine event at Lithia Dodge in Kennewick by a few days.
Plum crazy Pony, my 2013 Bosak-built Dodge Challenger SRT-8 is doing fine. It was able to “stretch its
legs” on the trip out to Washington state from Tennessee. There were ample opportunities to open the throttle
up on long stretches of wide open interstates. It was especially interesting to learn that the Montana Highway
Patrol never paid me any mind when I cruised through their radar at 15 mph over on a particularly long stretch
if I-90. (Posted speed limit: 75 mph, Me: 90 mph) Things got a tad sketchy with the snow and ice back in December/January time frame. But, Pony handled it well and the traction control built into the new Dodges is
worth its weight in gold. Pony was able to traverse the snow covered streets with ease.
One thing about the Tri-cities here in Washington… this is definitely MOPAR COUNTRY! The big
Dodge dealership for this area is Lithia over in Kennewick. Chances are, if you skip a stone, you’ll hit a new
model Dodge Charger, Challenger or RAM truck. –especially Ram trucks!- In one day, I observed four different Dodge Challenger Hellcats on the streets of Richland and Kennewick. How did I know this? Because
all four were different colors!!! Currently, Lithia Dodge has two Dodge Challenger Hellcats on their showroom floor with two more on delivery. They sell a LOT of them!
Over the past 6 months, I have seen many old Mopars, too! I have spied Plymouth Cudas, Dodge Darts, a
1974 Dodge Charger just up the street from my apartment and even saw an authentic Plymouth Super Stock
with altered wheel base cruising up Bombing Range Road in West Richland.
New model Mopar owners are definitely a friendly breed out here. Challenger and Charger owners are
quick to give you a wave or a thumbs-up as you pass by. (Unlike all the kids in their import rice tuners that
want to race you… or you’re driving Judy’s Ford Bronco) It’s obvious that Mopar folks are a different
breed… and that’s a good thing!
Hope everyone is having good time. The clock is steadily winding down for the Fun in the Sun car show at
Chilhowee Park. It’s a great time of year for us Mopar folks because it means good weather and good weather
means CAR SHOW SEASON!!!
Everyone stay safe and have fun. If ya see Bobby G… tell him I said “hey”.
Chris Yaroch
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Editor’s Notes
By Judy Holman
I want to thank club member Brent Ledgerwood for his newsletter article last
month. This month we hear from our long distance club member Chris Yaroch. I
would love to hear from other club members. Let’s hear about your car, your
road trip, that ultimate car.
There are several car shows coming up this month - get out and enjoy.
Get well wishes go out to Sharon Clark who had hip replacement surgery. Her husband Hugh said that she
is doing well.
Club Wearables - car show season is right around the corner and wouldn’t you look good wearing a shirt
or jacket with your name and the club logo on it? Please note that once your order is placed, it will take
about 3 weeks to get your items. Place your order at any regular club meeting. All items must be paid for
at time of ordering.
Club baseball hat: $8 (ETM logo is embroidered on the front)
Club Polo shirts: S - XL are $22 each
Club Polo shirts: XXL - XXXL are $24 each
Club Jacket, black satin: S - XL are $60 each
Club Jacket, black satin: XXL - XXXL are $62 each
These are embroidered shirts and jackets with the ETM logo and your name. See Judy to place your order.
*This is a reminder to all club members, when renewing your membership, please fill out a club application and send it with your money. Check your address label for your renewal date. For the club members who receive their newsletter via e-mail, Jim Hill, the club Membership Director, will remind
you of your renewal date. This helps to keep our records accurate.
*If you know of a local car show or cruise in or receive a flyer from a Mopar show, let me know. Let’s
spread the word about a great family outing - a car show!
Membership
Expires
EAST TENNESSEE
MOPARS®
(checked when received)
Club T-Shirts:
P.O. Box 51401
Knoxville, TN 37950
[email protected] easttennesseeemopars.com
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TENNESSEE MOPARS” from any liability for damage, theft, loss of life, or accident related to club
activities.
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EAST TENNESSEE
MOPARS®
PROUDLY PRESENTS OUR
28th ANNUAL
“FUN IN THE SUN”
ALL MOPAR CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET
SATURDAY, JUNE 25th, 2016
Chilhowee Park Fairgrounds – Midway Side
3301 East Magnolia Ave., Knoxville, TN 37914
I-40 East, Exit 392
I-40 West, Exit 392A
Entrance to show – Beaman Street
Registration: 9:00AM – NOON
Awards: 4:00PM
Show: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE KNOXVILLE VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD
50/50 DRAWING LIVE D.J. MODEL CAR
DRIVE THROUGH JUDGING
Decisions of the judges is final
Car Show Judging: 10:00am – 1:30pm
General Admission: $8.00 & children under 12 free with adult
admission. Free Parking for general admission visitors
Car Show Registration: $20 (includes car and 2 admissions)
First 50 cars registered receive a free car show t-shirt
Dash Plaque for first 125 car show entrants
*Confirmation letters will be sent to all registrants received by June 15*
Swap/Vendor Registration: for more info: 865-691-6002
FREE space for automotive parts & products & 2 admissions
Others - $20/space & 2 admissions
Day of Show spaces will be available
Car Corral Area:
Cars 1979 & older FREE space with paid admission
Others - $20/space & 2 admissions
Make checks payable to East Tennessee Mopars
For More Information
East Tennessee Mopars
P.O. Box 51401
Knoxville, TN 37950
[email protected]
www.easttennesseemopars.com
Judy Holman
865-691-6002
Joe David Stansberry 865-922-7129
Thank you to our sponsors
Rice Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Stephens Performance
Compass Heating & Air
Dr. Eric Himmelreich,DDS
Atomic Speed Shop
Pilot/Flying J
Rev. Mopar Racing
Line X of Knoxville
Anderson Insurance
Advance Auto Parts
Auto Zone
NAPA Auto Parts
CLASSES
Stock
A Body All
B Body 62-67
B Body 68-70
B Body 71-74
E Body All
Challenger (2000 & Newer)
Modified
A Body All
B Body 62-67
B Body 68-70
B Body 71-74
E Body All
Challenger (2000 & Newer)
Stock classes: 3 or less modifications
1st, 2nd, & 3rd, place awards in all
classes
Other
Special Awards
C Body/Imperial 62-68
Best Engine
C Body/Imperial 69-74
Best Interior
Race
Best Paint
Pre ’62 Cars
Club Participation
1975-1999 RWD & FWD
Best In Show
Truck Pre 2000
New Car (2000 & Newer)
New Truck (2000 & Newer)
Special Interest: Wing, T/A,
AAR, Viper, P.T. Cruiser, AMC
Prowler
All vehicles must be Mopar powered.
Model Car Contest
13 yrs & younger
14 yrs – 17 yrs
Adult
ENTRY REGISTRATION
Name _____________________________________________________________________T-Shirt Size___________
Address __________________________________________ City___________________ State ______ Zip________
Car Make _______________________________ Model ___________________________Year _________________
Class Entry (for judged cars)______________________________________________________________________
E-Mail Address _________________________________________Cell Phone (
) _______________________
Club Affiliations __________________________________Show Entrant ______ Swap/Vendor Entrant _______
(vendors are responsible for sales tax)
Liability: By entering this show and completing this entry form, I understand the East Tennessee Mopars, Chilhowee Park, and the City of Knoxville will
not be held liable or responsible for damage, theft, loss of life, or accidents to and from the show and during the day long event. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES/ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED IN OR AROUND THE SHOW AREA. Reckless driving will not be tolerated. The East
Tennessee Mopars reserve the right to evict violators of the above rules. I HAVE READ THE ABOVE RULES AND REGULATIONS AND AGREE TO
ABIDE BY THE REQUIREMENTS. E.T.M. HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY CAR THAT IS NOT MOPAR POWERED.
Signature_____________________________________________________
(If under 18 years of age, parent/guardian must sign)
Date_________________