CIC IV Dash Plaques by D&L Automotive Machine and Race Engines

Hats off to D&L Automotive Machine and Race Engines in Canyon, Texas for sponsoring the CIC IV Dash Plaques!

D&L Machine is located on 9th Avenue in Canyon, TX just off of 23rd Street.  Since the inception of AAM D&L has been on hand to help support AAM as a club and individual members.  They supported MAAD and MAAD 2.0 as well as getting the custom t-shirts for the event.

This year they decided to spice things up a bit by picking up the tab for CIC IV Dash Plaques.  All show-goers love Dash Plaques, especially when they are unique, 100% Mopar ,and I suppose featuring last year's AAM Best of Show 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona doesn't put a damper on anything either.

In addition to supporting AAM, Larry and Dallas have gone out of their way helping individual members across all walks off the hobby.  Whether Larry stays late and works the weekend to get a transmission built for a drag race, or Dallas spends the extra time to help you pick out key components for your build and then dyno tunes them to max performance, they have both gone above and beyond the call of duty.  This isn't just a trend, it is something they have done and will continue to do.  Regardless of if you are putting a race motor in your 64 Plymouth, building a hot 440 for street/strip, looking to replicate the factory specs in your 383, or are trying to maximize power in your 5.9 Magnum or 5.7 HEMI they treat all jobs with the utmost care and attention to detail.

There are very few people that I let touch anything I own...D&L is one of those few places.

For any automotive machine needs, race engine builds, head work, cam installs, etc they can't be beat.  Larry knows the Torqueflite better than anyone in the area and is known for putting killer tunes on the old Mopars.

If you are in need of any work, or are simply contemplating a future build, I and many other AAMers fully back D&L.

Feel free to contact them at (806) 655-5588 or swing by in person.  It is important to support the people that support us and D&L definitely fits that description.

Chryslers in the Canyon IV Official Event T-Shirts Now Available!

Hey Folks!  If you are really wanting to get into the mood early, or simply want yet another way to promote Chryslers in the Canyon IV, this is your ticket!

Our CIC IV Shirts and Awards will both feature last year's AAM Pick Best of Show Winner Bob Kerbs and his 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona.  Here is the artwork:

And here is a prototype shirt shown in gray:

*Please note that the shirts will have the AAM Logo on the front left chest and the artwork on the back...That is why this one is a prototype.

The shirts run $18 and are available in Small, M, L, XL, 2XL, and 3XL and offered in White, Gray, Light Blue, Safety Green, and Azale, which is basically Pink.

Check them out:
http://bubbastees.auctivacommerce.com/4 ... 60546.aspx

If you order online Wayne usually has them shipped very quickly. You also do not have to have PayPal...There is an option at checkout to order with a regular charge card.

You can order early, or as in the past have Wayne make your shirt on site in the canyon.  Either way you'll be getting a nice, custom shirt  that will look good and help promote Chryslers in the Canyon!

CIC IV's Newest Sponsor: Chrysler Power and Performance Mopars Magazine

Big news was recently announced on the Amarillo Area Mopar's Forum regarding the latest development for Chryslers in the Canyon IV!

Thanks to some old Mopar connections AAM Member hotrod340 has secured a deal where Chrysler Power and Performance Mopars Magazine is sponsoring two awards at this year's Chryslers in the Canyon IV:

Best Classic Mopar
Best Modern Mopar

If that wasn't news enough, Chrysler Power and Performance Mopars Magazine will also be featuring a write-up on the show and of course, showcase lots of pictures from this year's event!

I strongly urge you to spread this exciting news to all your friends and encourage them to make the trip out to Palo Duro Canyon for the 4th Annual Chryslers in the Canyon!  If you show up, there is a chance you'll be seeing your car graces the pages of Chrysler Power and Performance Mopars Magazine!

Thanks again to hotrod340 for helping orchestrate this and of course Chrysler Power and Performance Mopars Magazine for recognizing what we have going and not only featuring the event, but also sponsoring awards for both Classic and Modern Mopars!

This is just the latest in a long line of great things for Chryslers in the Canyon.  Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 13th, 2012 and spread the good word of the Mopar Doctrine...This is going to be a good time!

In the mean time, be sure to check out Chrysler Power and Performance Mopars Magazine online:
http://chryslerpower.com/

Host Hotels for Chryslers in the Canyon IV

We know that many of you are coming in from out-of-town and plan to spend the evening in Amarillo either before or after Chryslers in the Canyon IV.

There are a ton of hotels in the area, we have tried to set up the best possible prices for you by working with a few of the options:

The Amarillo Inn

Rate: $69.00 per night
Location: 6901 I-40 West Amarillo, Texas 79106
Phone: (806) 467-9997
Website: http://www.theamarilloinn.com/
Keyword: Amarillo Area Mopars, Chryslers in the Canyon

The Amarillo Inn was recently remodeled and has some very nice accommodations at reasonable prices.

Fifth Season Inn

Rate: $64.00 per night
Location: 6801 I-40 West
Phone: (806) 358-7881
Website: http://www.fifthseasonamarillo.com/
Keyword: Chryslers in the Canyon

The Fifth Season Inn was our main host hotel last year and their rate of $64 per night is very tough to beat...This price is actually for the remodeled Atrium Room, which you can view on their website.

Both of these hotels are located next to one another and were picked in large part due to their great rates AND PARKING.  As car people you always pay attention to the accommodation of your Mopar, just as much as yourself.



Drury Inn & Suites

Location: 8540 W Interstate 40 Amarillo, TX 79121
Phone: 806-351-1111Website: https://wwwc.druryhotels.com/PropertyMapsAndDirections.aspx?Property=0131

The Drury Inn & Suite is right on the western edge of town and literally across the interstate from Westgate Mall. The trip down to the canyon is simple, just head south on Soncy and then exit south on I-27.  You are close to the UA Theatre and several places to eat: Famous Dave's BBQ, Country Barn, Joe's Crab Shack just to name a few.

Best Western


Location: 2801 4th Avenue Canyon, TX 79015Phone: (806) 655-1818Website: bestwesterncanyon.com‎


If you want simple, this is your ticket.  The Best Western, our 2009 Host Hotel, is literally 3 blocks from where we meet up to head to the canyon Saturday morning.  If that isn't enough, to get to Palo Duro Canyon from the Best Western you literally drive east.  That is all that is involved...the highway will run right into the giant hole in the ground you wanted to find.  There is a gas station right across from the hotel as well as Buffalo's Southwest Cafe to your west.  If you want to walk, you are just a block or two from the West Texas A&M University Campus.

Most folks tend to prefer Amarillo just because there is a bit more to do, but I feel like between these listings we have most bases covered.  If none of the above is what you are looking for, just let us know and we will help locate the right hotel for you, your family, and of course...your Mopar!

Chryslers in the Canyon IV Printer Friendly Flyer

For those of you wanting to spread the word on Chryslers in the Canyon IV, here is a printer friendly flyer.  Save it, print it, and share it with all your Mopar Friends!

If you would like a copy e-mailed (and you haven't already received one) just post up and we'll get it headed your direction!

Chryslers in the Canyon Video Archive

Here are a few of the videos from Chryslers in the Canyon...Enjoy!

GoPro HD Entry Video at CIC III 2011:

Nostalgic Enry Video at CIC III 2011:

Rolling out from WT at CIC II 2010:

Here is a First Person Ride Along, 1969 Dodge Charger, going down into the canyon:

And here is a First Person Ride Along, 1969 Dodge Charger, leaving the canyon:

Chryslers in the Canyon I: Idling in a 440 Charger watching the Mopars roll by:

Chryslers in the Canyon IV 2012

What: Chryslers in the Canyon IV
When: Saturday, October 13th, 2012 10 AM-3 PM
Where: West Texas A&M Events Center, Palo Duro Canyon State Park
How Much: FREE ($5 Per Person Park Entry Fee)

Food: You Want It, You Bring It (We can caravan to the Big Texan afterwards)
Awards: There will be plenty...more to come shortly!

Chryslers in the Canyon IV will take pace Saturday, October 13th, 2012.

Note that this is not the third weekend that we usually slate for the event.  The reason was the Mack Dick Building.

For those unaware, the Mack Dick Building is a brand new, state-of-the-art facility that will give us a great place to hang out and present awards.  The building features a full kitchen, restrooms, projector screens, lots of seating, a sound system, covered out door space, and of course AIR CONDITIONING.  Furthermore, should we catch a shower or two the facility will give us cover.

Somehow the state didn't communicate with the park when the reservations would begin...everyone suspected Mid-May...well it must have been early April.  Needless to say we are pretty lucky to have landed the weekend prior, so we will chalk it up as win.

Chryslers in the Canyon is truly a one-of-a-kind event.  This is an ALL MOPAR CRUISE AND SHOW...AND IT IS FREE!!  That's right, free.

When was the last time you went to a car show, with awards, and didn't pay an entry fee?  Oh, and if anyone has been to an ALL MOPAR SHOW you are aware that the organizers charge quite the premium for oh so graciously eliminating the mustangs and camaros of the world.

This is a grass roots show.  We take the established norm, gold class standards, entry fees, and politics throw them out in the parking lot and do donuts around them with open headers...needless to say, it is a nice change of pace.

You are also all to aware that most car shows take place in a parking lot near a strip mall or run down fairgrounds.  That is not the case here.  Instead of taking a shot of your car with Walmart or Payless Shoes in the background, you will be surrounded by rugged, canyon terrain that makes for incredible pictures for your Mopar and your family.

Amarillo Area Mopars has once again teamed up with Della Moyer Photography.  Della is a local photographer who specializes in car shows.  She will capture the entire event on film and should you want any special shots of your Mopar, she will be glad to take them.

Similarly, yours truly, is making a habit of standing beside 200' drop-offs to take videos of all the Mopars coming downhill into the canyon.  It is truly a great drive and makes for one heck of a video.  Rather than have you purchase an official DVD for another $25 we will have the videos live on YouTube shortly after the show and of course, FREE of charge.

If you are visiting from out of town, we will gladly caravan with you to the World Famous Big Texan Steakhouse!  Or if folks want some other type of food we'll help get you somewhere good.

We do things a little differently, but the fact we have gone from 30 cars to 150 cars in 3 years means it mus be resonating well with the Mopar masses.

We invite you and your family to come join us for Chryslers in the Canyon.  It is a great time, an incredibly unique and photogenic setting for a carshow, features a nice, scenic cruise, has awards, eliminates all the paperwork and politics associated with most shows, and did I mention it is FREE?!

Chryslers in the Canyon is truly an event you have to attend to appreciate.  We have grown every year and the people and Mopars have gotten better and more diverse.

For more information, you can ask here, sign up on the forum, chime in on Twitter, post up on Facebook, or send us an e-mail...All the links can be found on this page.  Don't forget to check the sidebar for links to previous events...you will enjoy it!

Also for your convenience, here are a few flyers for this year's event: