River Valley Cruisers Car Show Newaygo part four

River Valley Cruisers Car Show in historic downtown Newaygo. This is part four of four.

Here is the last of the beautiful, kool and hot cars in Newaygo, 2009. It was a great day in spite of the rain. The rain did hold off until the end, but started just as they began to hand out the trophies. I didn't get all of the winners, but did get some pics of a few of the recipients. So gather round, take a look and get excited for the next show!!


American Motors did make some hot looking cars. This AMC AMX is a prime example of what they did at their best. Very exciting design restored to its original condition. Thanks for bringing your car today!

Like most cars in this show, quality was the number one job of restoration. Hot Rod lovers can drool. What a nice, clean, straight car. The paint job was remarkable.

Not just another pretty face, this Hot Rod came with all one needs for buzzing around town. Great looks, great paint and nice folks. I would love a ride in this kool Hot Rod!

I noticed that I chose these two '55 Pontiacs to feature last year. Both are top notch cars with that kool hood ornament. I have always wondered....do they light up at night? If not, I think I would put some bright lighting system inside and make them GLOW!!

This neat Cushman sits inside the next truck. Colors match and all. A very nice display, guys! Does that little Cushman still run? I remember the day.....

This is the Ford that hauls the Cushman. A very good job in restoration and display set up. I always say, presentation is everything and this was presented very well. Great job....

Note the jacket on the back of the seat. Man, would I love a River Valley Cruisers jacket!! What would I do for one of those? Someday, when I join, I will have to steal...er..buy, a jacket like that!

Studebaker Lark, I do believe. So glad someone took the time to restore this car. I have so many memories of riding around town in my buddy Lee's Lark convertible. Wild times! Well, that is the way I remember it anyway, Lee!



Hot little VW. My daughter got her pic taken sitting in this bug. She is a true bug lover. I got to talk to the owner. They have the bug and Elvira sitting next door. Very nice folks, enjoying a day at the car show.



Elvira standing tall and looking good!

And the winner is....

Another winner!!

Great looking Chevy wins an award!!

Well, that is all from the River Valley Cruisers Car Show in Newaygo, Michigan. Hope you enjoyed the pictures as much as I enjoyed taking them. Some very special cars were at this show and I regret that I didn't get a pic of every one. Maybe next year I will get some more!!

Our thanks to the River Valley Cruisers who volunteered to put on the show, and the many sponsors who donated time and money for all of the awards given. Our thanks again to Jim Mieras for his great job of Masters of Ceremonies. Like always, he was quick witted and ready with something interesting to say at any time! To the Dairy Queen and Mugsy's Drive In, thanks! Great sauerkraut dogs, too. I will cherish the mustard stain I got on my new River Valley Cruisers T-shirt.....

My thanks also, to Hagerty Collector Car Insurance for providing me with so many things to give to this show for their contestants. I am sure everyone enjoyed the bags, magnets, pens, etc!

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See you next time. And remember- "If you don't like the show, leave."

Battery Tender - What a product! (Review)

If you have ever watched "My Classic Car" you have seen the man from the Battery Tender Company talk about his products. From a simple unit that "float" charges one battery to a unit that charges multiple cars/bikes. Well, when I saw an ad for the Battery Tender in Hagerty's Magazine, I thought, well, Mustang Mike, this sound like a product you could use! So here are my thoughts on this great product.

I received two units. The Battery Tender Jr., a unit that "float" charges the battery, is hooked up to my lawn tractor. It keeps the battery always up and ready to fire. I don't need to use any clamps, because even this unit comes with a set up that allows me to permanently hook up a connector to the battery that stays on the battery at all times. I simply plug in the charger at the end of the day and leave it plugged in until the next time the grass is tall. It has a light that tells me when it is working, so I know the battery is being charged! This is a 12 volt, 750mA system.

The second unit is a bit more sophisticated. This is called the Battery Tender "Plus". It is a 12 volt, 1.25 amp unit that gives a hefty charge to start with, and then, when the battery is charged up, it goes to "float". Why is it a "float" and not a trickle charge? The "float" charge keeps your battery at a proper storage voltage without the damaging effect of a "trickle" charge. This is done with BTP microchip technology that will extend the life of your battery and eliminate battery destroying sulfation! This unit will charge and maintain any type of lead-acid, AGM (absorbed glass mat), sealed calcium, or gel batteries. A great item with a powder coated aluminum chassis (won't rust), and carries a 10 year-yes that is right- a ten year warranty. Only weighing in at 2.7 pounds!

What can you use it for? Your classic car, motorcycle, boat, yard tractor, ATV, snowmobile, skidoo or RV.

How can you learn more about Deltran's Battery Tender? Click on the links in the article and you will be taken to their site. Order on line!


My thanks to Michael Prelec at the Deltran's Company for supplying me with the Battery Tenders to review. I look forward to a long relationship with Mike and his team at Deltran.

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