Spent the day in Mooresville.

Hanging with Matt at Scotts shop. Scott is working on Matts 66 Nova Pro-Street.

No pics of the Nova, but we have a couple of hot rods for ya.

Iron Lords Car Club Party

Thursday night I received an anonymous tip that something was going down Friday night in Concord. The tipster wouldn't say what it was but assured me that it involved gas, grease, and hot rods.

It turned out to be a gathering of good people and great cars. It was of course the Iron Lords CC after Good Guys car show party.

 Ron finally finished his Buick gasser.

 This 1968 Stingray Corvette sounded real good when it fired up. Cold rubber made it fishtail when leaving.

 As cool as this Scout is, it was too cold to be driving with the top down Friday night.

 Can you say slammed? I knew you could.

 Kenny's new ride.

 When was the last time you saw a Mercury Cyclone with CJ 428 badges?

 Cough, Cough, Chevy with Paint, cough, cough, Kevin, cough.

As I've said before. A good bunch of people with a good bunch of cars.

Thanks to the Iron Lords CC for hosting the party and Thanks to Ron for the invite.

Iron Lords Car Club Party

After a day of looking at all things auto and greasy, followed up by a steak dinner (my reward to Pepper for not bitching about looking at parts), how else would I end the day? Well, with a bash at the Iron Lords CC Garage. The guys in the club throw a great party with no attitudes allowed. It was a good thing we ate first before heading there. The BBQ was long gone by 7pm. They went through 90lbs of BBQ, 4lbs of Naner puddin, and an unknown amount of liquid refreshment in various forms.

 Music was supplied by the Straight 8's.

 As usual there were a ton of cool rods in full effect.

 Projects of every stage of build are there for visitors to check out. For some reason my camera wouldn't take a a picture of the black Buick gasser being built.

 I've said it before and I mean it. The guys from the Iron Lords CC are some really cool cats. No attitudes and are willing to talk to anyone about their rides. Even a dumb ass like me.

 My favorite Scout was there again. I still haven't met the owner of this thing. This time it was joined by a few more Internationals. Alex at my work is building a Scout. Maybe I can convince him to let me shoot it for the blog when finished.

Once again a big "THANKS", goes out to the Iron Lords CC for have a great party. 

I was able to dodge Miss Heather for the night. Rumor is she has a bone to pick with me about a dinner. Heather I just can't complete with Big Mikes cooking. I'm going through cook books looking for gourmet hot dog recipes. I will let you know as soon as I find one.

Dirty Ed 

The Food Lion Auto Fair

Was in town again. 

Pepper and I had been cooper up in the Casa De Moto for too long and decided to head on over.

If you've never been to the Auto Fair and you are into American sports cars, muscle cars, hot rods, rat rods, parts, signs, collectables, and all things greasy. Well then your missing out.

This four day event is held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway over four days and you will need all four days to see it all.

 Arriving at the speed way, we made our way up through the gates to the track. View from the stands gives you an idea of how huge this event really is. Don't forget to wear good walking shoes. You'll need them.

 These pictures don't do the show justice. There are cars and vendors all over the track, infield, walk ways, and in the field outside the track. We arrived at 10am, checked out the show non stop until 5pm and still didn't see half of what was there.

 My little 10 year old Cannon Power Shot has been acting up lately. So instead of getting to see pictures of Cobras, Mustangs, Vettes, and all the other rods that were there. You get to see the Scrambler I drooled over. MY camera worked long enough for me to get pics of two cars and that was it for the day. Maybe its time I start looking for a new camera.

At least I got a picture of this killer hauler. 

If you do go, I have to warn you and suggest a few things.

1. Water and soda are $5 at all the food vendors. Some parts vendor have water at their stands for a $1 or $2 donation so skip the food vendors and head to the swap meet area. 

2. Bring sun screen. Being the first event of the year for me I forgot, but my farmer tan is in full effect now. Even my big goofy hat didn't protect my neck. 

3. If your looking for parts, plan on being there at least two days. Three would be better. This thing is huge, you will do alot of walking, looking and talking with vendors and people. You just can't do it all in one day.

4. Bring a cart, back pack , or wagon to haul your newly acquired goodies around. Even a SU carb gets heavy after a few hours in the sun. A wagon or cart is a good way to bring a cooler with you beverage of choice.

5. Make sure you fuel lines are in good condition. We followed a Galaxy out of the parking lot. My truck is a diesel but for smoe reason I keep smelling gas. Not a rich running car, I smelled gas and a lot of it. About a half mile down the road the Galaxy cut out and started smoking under the hood. Yep it was on fire. I hope they got it put out before it totaled the car. No pictures from the fire. 

Fucking camera!

Barn Find reading.

What gear head doesn't dream of finding a ultra cool or rare, car, motorcycle, truck, or whatever hiding in a long forgotten garage or barn?

"The Hemi in the Barn" is Tom Cotters follow up to "Cobra in the Barn".

Filled with great stories and pictures of old cars and how they were discovered.

Tom even threw in a few tips at the end of the book for finding your own "Barn Find".

I recommend this one for all motor enthusiasts.

Ron, as soon as I get the Cobra in the Barn book back from Kevin, I'll get it to you.

Movie Night with the Iron Lords C.C.

The Iron Lords CC had a private screening of "Deuce of Spades".

A tradition hor rod movie.

The weather was perfect, the rods were cool,

people friendly, and the idea was a good one.

The Movie on the other hand. Well?

That's another story.

A big THANKS goea out the the members of The Iron Lords CC

for the invite. A good time as always with you guys.

Steel in Motion #3

Where are you going to see two cars like this drag racing today?

One bad ass modified VW Bug.

Geargoyles Caddy. Fucking slick!

Fun is what it's all about.

Cool looking VW Van that was slow as fuck.

Grandma in the electric wheelchair would have beat this one.

Matt shifting while Levi (El Burrito) driving.

They beat the pants off that Gasser.

Making another fun run. Note the Gasser in the back ground.

He didn't want to play anymore.

Ha HA!! Nelson style.

Thanks to the Geargoyles CC for putting on a great event.

Thanks to the Iron Lords CC for lending us their grill when ours broke.

Thanks to the Leaner's CC for letting us use their grill when we couldn't find any charcoal.

Can't wait to do it again!!!!

Steel in Motion #2

Gassers waiting to run.

K's pick of the show. I think she has a thing for green cars.

She also likes Mike's 53 Ford.

One bitchin hauler.

My pick of the show.

One clean interior.

Close second for me. Pin stripe flames kill it.

There were too many cool trucks around.

Damn I was getting the dumb ass idea that I should get a truck.

Hey! Ron, how much do you want for that Dodge?

Never mind reality has set in for me.

Steel in Motion! PT 1

Headed out to Shadyside Dragway for Steel in Motion show put on by the

Geargoyles CC.

Kristen and I hung out with Matt, Levi, and Jay for most of the day.

Matt had just finished the 100hp shot of NOS on the '28.

There was a good turn out for the event.

A ton of cool cars and trucks.

Some of the Iron Lords CC members racing for bragging rights.

GASSERS!!!!!

Truck from begining to end. #1

Side view #2

Trailer view #3

Guy in the orange shirt is the owner/driver.

Fucking ouch #4

K jumped into Matts rod while they cleaned the track.

"How the fuck do you fit in here?"

She favors the sleds and trucks.

It was a Hot Rod weekend!

The good thing about real friends is that even if you haven't seen them in awhile,

when you do it's like you just saw them yesterday.

Kristen and I went over to Matt's for a cookout on Sunday.

Matt had just put a new motor in his 29.

Last minute carb adjustments.

Steve waiting to see if things are right this time.

View from the passenger side. It's fucking tight in this thing.

Carb was spot on. Hit the gas on hold on.

Matt's old motor found a new home.

In Levi's 51 Chevy.

More room in the '51. Although the Cool factor is higher in the '28.

Weather it's wrenchin' or riding/driving bikes, cars, or trucks.

Hanging out with good friends is good for the soul.

And yes I want a four wheel toy of my own to play with.

It's just not in the near future for me.

I'm good with that.

For now.