Chevell-Abration 2012 - Chevell-Abrate Good Times

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For the past decade or so, folks in the American Chevelle Enthusiast Society (ACES) have swarmed middle Tennessee during the month of June to partake in a gathering of like-minded Chevy gearheads. Each year, the event is a must-go for Chevelle enthusiasts across the country, with participants coming from thousands of miles away to enjoy the company of fellow Chevelle guys and gals. For 2012, the event featured a similar layout to years past, giving participants a chance to display their prized A-bodies, and thrash on them on the drag strip or autocross course.

With all of these activities, the weekend was packed with action, and it kicked off on Thursday as the cars began to roll into the beautiful Moss-Wright Park in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. Later in the afternoon, cars began to stream out of the park, toward Music City Raceway, an NHRA-sanctioned drag strip located a few miles out of town.

Although the track certainly has a rural location, its facilities are top notch, and it gave the guys a great place to try out their Chevelle on the eighth-mile racing surface. Astoundingly, more than a dozen Chevelles were in the 7s, which is very strong, considering that would firmly put them in the 11-second range in the quarter-mile.

If you don't like smoky burnouts, then you should skip the drag racing portion of Chevell-Abration. We love to see Chevy enthusiasts pushing their cars to the limit, and you can bet this big- block Chevelle had its share of fun at the track.
If you don't like smoky burnouts, then you should skip the drag racing portion of Chevell-
A beautiful paintjob, combined with a great stance makes for one outstanding Chevelle, as evidenced by this convertible owned by Jonathan Miller from Boynton Beach, Florida. The blown small-block is perfectly detailed, while a custom interior adds to the long list of modifications.
A beautiful paintjob, combined with a great stance makes for one outstanding Chevelle, as
Any normal car guy would think that these two pictures are two different cars, but that is not the case, due to some extreme creativity from Mark Johnston of Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania. His
Any normal car guy would think that these two pictures are two different cars, but that is

Along with all of the smoky burnouts and high-speed blasts down the drag strip, a heart-felt tribute to ACES member Bob Wilcox was made during the Thursday night drag races. Bob passed away in September 2011 and always enjoyed the Chevell-Abration event, especially the drag racing portion. His '68 Chevelle SS396 made the trip to this year's event, and a tribute pass down the drag strip was made in his honor. The racing continued well into the night, but everyone eventually made the scenic drive back to their hotels for just a little more action before turning in for the night.

Friday is autocross day, so after the day's activities in the show field, a convoy of Chevelles traveled back to Music City Raceway, where an autocross course was setup in one of the open pit areas of the track. Despite the hot temperatures a great deal of participants came out for the autocross, which was sponsored by Detroit Speed. A gift certificate for $250 was given to Tom Farrington for winning the autocross competition with his awesome, DSE-prepped '66 Chevelle.

As the show continued into the weekend, Saturday's activities were laid back in comparison to the previous two days. It mostly consisted of cars being on display, as well as the awards ceremony later in the afternoon. Without a doubt, the 2012 Chevell-Abration event didn't disappoint. Chuck Hanson and his ACES crew did a great job putting on the show once again, and we're hoping it continues for years to come.

Music City Raceway is a great track with lots of room for the Chevelle group, and it has an awesome racing surface, which made for quick times. More than a dozen Chevelles dipped into the 7s, and managed to drive back to the hotel without any breakage.
Music City Raceway is a great track with lots of room for the Chevelle group, and it has a
Detroit Speed and Engineering had its full display at the 2012 Chevell-Abration, showing Chevelle owners how its suspension systems could benefit their cars. In addition to the display, DSE sponsored the autocross and held a seminar on Friday afternoon.
Detroit Speed and Engineering had its full display at the 2012 Chevell-Abration, showing C
As the sun went down during Thursday evening's activities at the dragstrip, the action was just beginning to heat up. Although we didn't see it blast down the track, this '68 convertible owned by Ron Raney out of Missouri, sure looked nice in the pits.
As the sun went down during Thursday evening's activities at the dragstrip, the action was

Although Bob Wilcox passed away last year, his friends and family remember him by his '68 Chevelle, which has a strong big-block underhood. Running deep in the 7s through the eighth-mile, this car put its sticky drag radials to use for several passes during the Thursday night drag session.
Although Bob Wilcox passed away last year, his friends and family remember him by his '68
Any normal car guy would think that these two pictures are two different cars, but that is not the case, due to some extreme creativity from Mark Johnston of Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania. His
Any normal car guy would think that these two pictures are two different cars, but that is
Another car that made some noise on the strip was this '65 Chevelle hardtop, which had a small supercharger bolted to a high winding small-block. It pulled hard all the way through the eighth, and even lifted the left front tire when it launched.
Another car that made some noise on the strip was this '65 Chevelle hardtop, which had a s

In the show field at Moss-Wright Park in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, the cars were perfectly polished and ready for judging. This '66 Chevelle had all the right stuff for the stock wagon class, and caught our attention with its 200 kilometer per hour speedometer. Don Inscore is the proud owner of this slick wagon.
In the show field at Moss-Wright Park in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, the cars were perfectl
On the other side of the spectrum, this '72 Chevelle four-door definitely has a sleeper look going with its rough exterior and mis-matched wheel combination.
On the other side of the spectrum, this '72 Chevelle four-door definitely has a sleeper lo
The secret weapon for Bill Charette's beater is a supercharged small-block with fuel injection.
The secret weapon for Bill Charette's beater is a supercharged small-block with fuel injec

How's this for a stark contrast? In the foreground is a custom chassis fit with all sorts of pro touring suspension goodies, and a killer SB2.2 engine, while the chassis in the background is a perfectly restored example, sporting a numbers matching big-block and four-speed transmission.
How's this for a stark contrast? In the foreground is a custom chassis fit with all sorts
We love Friday's layout because it places the cars in their scoring groups, instead of freestyle parking. Walking through the show field offers a chronological view of the Chevelle timeline and you can see both stock and modified classes and you make your way through the field.
We love Friday's layout because it places the cars in their scoring groups, instead of fre
If its simplicity you're looking for, it doesn't get much better than this '67 two-door post, owned by Steve Davis of Clarksville, Tennessee. The car is a plain-looking 300 model but packs a punch with its 375hp Rat.
If its simplicity you're looking for, it doesn't get much better than this '67 two-door po

Chevell-Abration has a number of great activities for Chevy enthusiasts, including a swap meet, and manufacturer's midway. Whether you want used original equipment or brand new parts, you can get it all at Chevell-Abration.
Chevell-Abration has a number of great activities for Chevy enthusiasts, including a swap
You might recognize this car, as it graced the cover of Super Chevy a few years ago. The '64 Chevelle hardtop is owned by Brent Casteel of King, North Carolina, and features a Pro Touring-style that grabbed everyone's attention.
You might recognize this car, as it graced the cover of Super Chevy a few years ago. The '
Eric Morgan came up from Rising Fawn, Georgia with his immaculate '70 Chevelle, which sports a slick silver paintjob, an aggressive stance and a healthy Rat. The custom paint treatment on the large diameter wheels gives the car a great appearance.
Eric Morgan came up from Rising Fawn, Georgia with his immaculate '70 Chevelle, which spor

Chevell-Abration has a class specifically for survivors and you'll be hard-pressed to find a better one than David Dodd's '68 Super Sport. It has 38,000 miles, and it is all-original, from front to back. David made the trip from New Jersey and proudly displayed his unrestored Chevelle, complete with a book of pictures to document it.
Chevell-Abration has a class specifically for survivors and you'll be hard-pressed to find
With a flawless black paint job and plentiful modifications, Malcolm McMullen's awesome '67 Chevelle looked great on the autocross course. The high-tech look is complemented by an LS engine underhood.
With a flawless black paint job and plentiful modifications, Malcolm McMullen's awesome '6
When it comes to looking mean, this '67 Chevelle nails it. With a hunkered-down stance and black Rally wheels, this no-frills Chevy is all business with its aluminum-headed big-block under a cowl induction hood. We love those E.T. Streets out back.
When it comes to looking mean, this '67 Chevelle nails it. With a hunkered-down stance and

Although this definitely isn't the fastest way around the course, it sure is fun. Whether it occurs during drag racing or battling it out on the autocross course, tire smoke is not your friend, but sometimes, letting out of the throttle just isn't an option.
Although this definitely isn't the fastest way around the course, it sure is fun. Whether
As another Chevell-Abration comes to a close, hundreds of Chevelle owners head back to their home states. Some take the highway, while others choose the back roads, but as long as they're behind the wheel of a Chevelle, they're in heaven.
As another Chevell-Abration comes to a close, hundreds of Chevelle owners head back to the