Pre-Registration is now OPEN

Show Information

Date: June 20th, 2009

Location: Mount Clemens Gilbraltar Trade Center

237 North River Road

Mt Clemens, MI 48043

Time: 1pm-3pm (Registration)

3pm-8pm (Show)

Vehicle Registration Cost:

Pre-Registration Fee: $15

(Postmarked by June 1st, 2009)

"Day of Show" fee: $20

Hotel Accommodations:

Victory Inn

1 North River Rd

Mt Clemens, MI 48043

586-465-7107

Contact: Kenny, Group: Custom Rides for Saving Lives

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Event T-Shirts

Oaktown Trucks has teamed up with Empire Seven Clothing Company to give-away event T-Shirts to the first 100 paid entries. These shirts will be given away in this order: Paid Pre-Entries, Vehicles as they enter the show. If you pre-register and pay, then a shirt will be resevered for you and will be ready whenever you get there. We will be making sizes Med through 2XL, if you would like to pre-order an additional size please get in touch with us through info@oaktowntrucks.com

Additional Event T-shirts will be for sale at the Empire Seven Vendor Booth for the Low-Low price of $10, Get-em while they are hot!

Special Awards

Club Choice (Chosen by Oaktown Members)

Empire Seven Choice (Chosen by Empire Seven Crew) - Winner to receive Free Photo Shoot!

Club Participation (Number of Vehicles in Club Entered in Show and Present)

Best of Show Car (Sponsored by Michigan Metal Works)

Best of Show Truck (Sponsored by Michigan Metal Works)

Best Engineered (Sponsored by PMA Motorsports)

Best Interior

Best Engine

Best Paint

Best In Car Entertainment (ICE)

1st Place for Car Limbo

1st Place for Truck Limbo

1st Place for the Club Tricycle Slalom

Show Events

Car and Truck Limbo Contest

Club Tricycle Slalom

Who will be the fastest club at the Show? PS. No cars here just screaming fast Tricycles.

Rules

Club members only. Teams can’t be made up of participants or spectators

Clubs can sign up at the registration table

Teams will consist of 5 members. If club does not have 5 members than a member will be allowed to go through the course twice. They race first then last

Each race will have two clubs racing against each other in an elimination style race

Best 1 of 1 race. If you lose you will be eliminated

Course will be made up of cones spaced apart to make up a slalom course

Race will be a relay-style with racers going down through the cones and back

Racers will start at the Start/Finish line and race through the course one at a time

First racer will start at the Start/Finish line complete the course then hand-off the tricycle to the next rider who will do the same until all five riders complete the course

The last (5th) rider to cross the Start/Finish line will be the winning club and that club will advance to the next round

A bracket style format will be used to keep track of the clubs and determine the next club match-up

The same 5 members must race in each race. No substitute members will be allowed to race

Final race will be between the two clubs that make it to the final race

Winning club will be the club to complete the course with all 5 members in the final race

Girls Only Picture Scavenger Hunt

This year we are doing something for all the lovely ladies that are dragged to the show. This event is ONLY for the ladies. At the start of this race, each lovely lady will be given a list of 10 items. You will then have to search the Gilbralter Trade Center for these items and take a picture of the item with either a cell phone or digital camera. The first three lovely ladies that bring all 10 pictures back correctly win pampering prizes from Mary Kay. How's that for awesome?

Now for the prizes.

Near Pong Championship

Just like Beer Pong... without the Beer. Let the Trash Talking Begin.

Rules

Teams will be limited to the first 20 that sign up

Teams will pay a $10 entry fee

At least one team member must be show participant (a windshield ID will be required when signing up)

First 20 teams to sign up will be eligible to play

Both team members must be present to sign up. One person can’t sign up for both players

Once team signs up, both players will have their hand stamped to identify them as the team. This will eliminate someone signing up and having someone else play

Standard Beer Pong rules apply. Rules will be posted by tables. (since beer pong rules vary, Oaktown Trucks has their set of rules that they play by and those will be the rules posted)

Members of Oaktown Trucks will serve as judges and they will have the final say in any ruling

A bracket style format will be used to keep track of the teams and determine the next match-up

Each game will have two teams (2 on 2) playing against each other in an elimination style format

Best 1 of 1 game. If you lose you will be eliminated

We will use water instead of beer

If you make a ball in a cup the cup will be moved off of the table and play will continue

The team that eliminates all of the opposing teams cups will be declared the winner and advance to the next round

The final match will be between the final two teams with the winning team being awarded a trophy as well as one of the portable Beer Pong tables that were used for play

Silent Auction Items (CASH or CHECK only on Day of Show)

Package 1: The Bone Creeper (Value: Est $150 USD) 2 Available for Purchase

The Bone™ features a uniquely shaped body which cradles the user between the wheels only an inch or so above the ground. The big, easy rolling wheels are positioned outboard to provide a strong, stable working platform that can’t tip or flip the user. The rib-reinforced body is molded of a state-of-the-art, engineering grade co-polymer that resists the effects of common solvents, so cleaning is quick and easy at the end of the job. The smooth, comfortable one-piece design has no cracks, corners or other pinch points, and the outboard wheel pods prevent tipping and flipping. The Bone™ body is a patented design which allows the use of large diameter wheels with specially formulated tires that roll easily over all sorts of obstacles, including rough floors, drop cords and air lines, loose parts and even tools and floor grates. The wheels are fastened to the creeper body with four 5/16” dia. thru-bolts so they can’t pull tear out or break off in any common use situation.

Package 2: Snap-On Leather Jacket (Value: Est $200 USD)

Package 3: Airlift Auto Pilot Digital Controller (Value: Est $700 USD)

Add the most advanced system on today's market to your exsisting air suspension system. Get accurate, instant control over your ride with our new Auto Pilot Digital controller. Features that have never been available in a digital control system come standard with this incredible, compact unit.

Package 4: Kinetik HC600 Power Cell (Value: Est $200 USD)

More powerful than 100 1 farad caps! Extreme power in a small package. Mount near your amplifier for tons of power reinforcement. Easily starts a V8 engine!

Package 5: EAI chrome switchbox (Value: Est $50 USD)

This is a beautiful Chrome 5 switch controller box from EAI (Excentrix Automotive Innovations). The slimline design allows you to easily control the box with one hand and tuck it away when not in use.
Five rocker switches: 4 individual corners up/down 1 all up/down (pancake)

Package 6: Airlift 2500# Dominator Bags (2) (Value: Est $97.66 USD each)

Package 7: Airlift 2600# Dominator Bags (2) (Value: Est $109.15 USD each)

Package 8: Gift Certificate for Full Vehicle Window Tint (Value: Est $290)

Package 9: Gift Certificate for Full Vehicle Window Tint (Value: Est $290)

Package 10: PPP35K Protocol Shaved Door Handle Kit (Value: Est $99.95)

Protocol performance products now offers a shaved door handle kit that will work in just about any custom application. Includes 2 heavy duty solenoids, 3 reliable relays and all the hardware and brackets needed to get this system working. The AutoLoc remote control system operates everything with a push of a button and has the best long range remotes on the market.

Package 11: Complete Suicide Door Hinge System - Set (Value: Est $99.95)

This Universal Suicide Door Hinge Kit is built from beefy steel components, and is designed for extra jamb clearance so you can swing those doors a full 90 degrees in many cases!

Package 12: FBI 82-93 S-10 Tailgate Handle Relocator (Value: Est $26.95)

This bracket will allow you to locate your stock tailgate handle to the inside of the tailgate. It includes a filler panel to shave the hole in the tailgate, too. This is designed as a bolt-on application, but the filler panel will require welding and bodywork.

Package 13: 2” Aluminum Lowering Blocks (Value: Est $35.53)

The 2" lowering block kit comes complete with two cast aluminum blocks, four universal extended length u-bolts, eight nuts and eight lock washers. Not designed for any vehicle make or model.

Package 14: 3/8" GC 250 Xtreme Fast Valve (4) (Value: Est $139.80)

GC Valves offers their 250 Xtreme Valves. This economical valve is a fast 250 psi valve with a hugh orifice . The 250 Xtreme valve offers reliable operation for a limited budget.

Package 15: Surface DVD Dual Pack (3 Available) (Value: Est $25ea)

Item Includes "Re-Introduction" and "When we Last Spoke." Includes great features, over 20 drag sessions, coverage from over 35 shows, and a few short films.

Package 16: 2 Door Packs of Damplifier Pro (4 Sets Available) (Value: Est $120 USD)

Designed for professional street rodders and car audio competitors, Damplifier Pro™ is the most aggressive, most resilient thermal-acoustic vibration damper Second Skin Audio offers.

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Description

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Decription

A1

Mini-truck Street (S-10, Ranger, etc.)

G1

Sport Compact Domestic Street (Focus, Cavalier, etc.)

A2

Mini-truck Mild (S-10, Ranger, etc.)

G2

Sport Compact Domestic Mild (Focus, Cavalier, etc.)

A3

Mini-truck Wild (S-10, Ranger, etc.)

G3

Sport Compact Domestic Wild (Focus, Cavalier, etc.)

B1

Mid size Truck Street (Colorado, Dakota, etc.)

H1

Sport Compact Import Street (Civic, Accord, etc.)

B2

Mid size Truck Mild (Colorado, Dakota, etc.)

H2

Sport Compact Import Mild (Civic, Accord, etc.)

B3

Mid size Truck Wild (Colorado, Dakota, etc.)

H3

Sport Compact Import Wild (Civic, Accord, etc.)

C1

Full size Truck Street (F-150, Ram, etc.)

I

Full size car (Caprice, Town Car, etc.)

C2

Full size Truck Mild (F-150, Ram, etc.)

J

Custom Classic

C3

Full size Truck Wild (F-150, Ram, etc.)

K

Special Interest

D1

Mini-SUV Street (Blazer, Explorer, etc.)

L

Low Rider Car

D2

Mini-SUV Mild (Blazer, Explorer, etc.)

M

Low Rider Truck

D3

Mini-SUV Wild (Blazer, Explorer, etc.)

E1

4x4 (All) Mild

N1

Sport Bike Mild (All)

E2

4x4 (All) Wild

N2

Sport Bike Wild (All)

F

Under Construction (All Trucks)

O

Under Construction (All Cars)

Street

Mild

Wild

Exterior Modifications

Custom wheels

Custom wheels
Paint (two-tone, pinstripe)
Suicide doors/Lambo doors
Shaved handles or tailgate
Custom Taillights
Aftermarket mirrors

Custom wheels
Paint (custom color, wild graphics)
Suicide doors/Lambo doors
Shaved handles, tailgate, antenna or squirters
Body drop
Front end conversion
Custom taillights
Aftermarket mirrors

Interior Modifications

Painted interior pieces

Painted interior pieces
Fiberglass work
Upholstery work

Painted interior pieces
Fiberglass work
Upholstery work
Shaved/custom dash

Suspension Modifications

Static Raised / Lowered

Static Raised / Lowered
Air Suspension
Hydraulic Suspension

Static Raised / Lowered
Air Suspension
Hydraulic Suspension
Any Hybird system Air/Hydro

Sound System Modifications

Upgraded head unit

Upgraded head unit
Upgraded speakers

Upgraded head unit
Upgraded speakers
Subwoofers
Amps
Monitor(s)

Performance Modifications

Underhood upgrades (chrome, wire loom, painted parts)
Upgraded Brakes
Upgraded Exhaust
Upgraded Intake

Underhood upgrades (chrome, wire loom, painted parts)
Upgraded Brakes
Upgraded Exhaust
Upgraded Intake
Turbo/Supercharger

Underhood upgrades (chrome, wire loom, painted parts)
Upgraded Brakes
Upgraded Exhaust
Upgraded Intake
Turbo/ Supercharger
Engine swap

Street

Mild

Wild

Exterior Modifications

Custom wheels
Body kit/wing

Custom wheels
Body kit/wing
Paint (two-tone, pinstripe)
Lambo doors
Shaved handles
Custom tail lights

Custom wheels
Body kit/wing (molded)
Paint (custom color, wild graphics)
Lambo doors
Shaved handles, antenna, squirters
Custom taillights
Aftermarket mirrors
Front end conversion

Interior Modifications

Painted interior pieces

Painted interior pieces
Fiberglass work
Upholstery work

Painted interior pieces
Fiberglass work
Upholstery work
Shaved/custom dash

Suspension Modifications

Static Raised / Lowered

Static Raised / Lowered
Air Suspension
Hydraulic Suspension

Static Raised / Lowered
Air Suspension
Hydraulic Suspension
Any Hybird system Air/Hydro

Sound System Modifications

Upgraded head unit

Upgraded head unit
Upgraded speakers

Upgraded head unit
Upgraded speakers
Subwoofers
Amps
Monitor(s)

Performance Modifications

Underhood upgrades (chrome, wire loom, painted parts)
Upgraded Brakes
Upgraded Exhaust
Upgraded Intake

Underhood upgrades (chrome, wire loom, painted parts)
Upgraded Brakes
Upgraded Exhaust
Upgraded Intake
Turbo/Supercharger

Underhood upgrades (chrome, wire loom, painted parts)
Upgraded Brakes
Upgraded Exhaust
Upgraded Intake
Turbo/ Supercharger
Engine swap

When you think of where to find an abundance of asphalt-draggin’, reflector-collecting mini trucks, the state of Michigan is probably not at the top of the list. Don’t tell the members of Oaktown Trucks. Their annual Custom Rides for Saving Lives Car & Truck Show brings out some of the very best the state has to offer, all for a good cause.

Started in 2005 as a way to help raise money for the American Cancer Society, the show was so well received that it has now become an annual event, getting bigger and better every year. As the name of the show implies, custom vehicles converge on the town of Lake Orion, Michigan to show their stuff and compete for some unique custom trophies supplied by Victory Graphix.

Local clubs were put to the test with a tug-o-war and the lowest of the low competed in a limbo contest. There was also a silent auction to help raise additional funds for the cause. Some of the high ticket items included a set of Barely Legal upper and lower control arms, an Air Lift Digital Ride Controller and a custom airbrushed tank painted by the one and only, Mickey Harris.

At the end of the day, awards were given away in 30+ classes, including some specialty awards. Oaktown Trucks was able to again make a sizeable donation to the Cancer Society. To date, they have raised just over $6,000.

Click Here for Pictures from the 2008 Show

2008 (4th Annual) Show Coverage in the June 2009 issue of MiniTruckin Magazine

*Websites or magazines listed in the show coverage section have either agreed to publish show coverage in their publication or have said coverage is possible once photos and details are reviewed by the editor. The final decision will be made by the editor of each publication and cannot be guaranteed.