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Congratulations to the 2011 Winners of the Open Header Contest!

IT’S A 3-PEAT!  LOUDEST COMPETITION WINNER!
That’s right!  David Wishaw of Phelan has beat out the competition three years in a row with his ’68 Chevy Chevelle at the Burnout Contest held Saturday, September 17, 2011.  There were 33 contenders trying for the Loudest Decibel Reading, but David was able to out blast each and every one with a reading of 118.  The closest contender was the Orange Camaro with a reading of 117. David won a $500 Gift Certificate to Eddie Motorsports, along with bragging rights for another year. Congratulations to David…who will take him on next year?  Can he be beat!?!? 

It's A 3-Peat! - 118 Decibel

David Wishaw LOUDEST!

 
LOUDER!!!

 

BEST SOUNDING WINNER
The Best Sounding vehicle at the Open Header Contest was awarded to Jim Bishop of Apple Valley with his 1940 Willy’s Pick-up.  There were a couple of cars that were finalists and were brought back for a “sound-off” and by overwhelming cheering, the Willy’s won.  Congratulations, Jim!

Open Header Contest
Plaque for Best Sounding
Best Sounding Jim Bishop’s ’40 Willy’s Pick-Up



Open Header Contestant

What is the Open Header Contest?
Contestants pull their vehicle in front of the judges table and rev the engine to its loudest point.  These vehicles have no exhaust systems attached to the headers, thus the term "Open Header."

Where is the contest held?
 The Open Header Contest will be held on 5th Street between Arrowhead Avenue and Mt. View.

When is the contest held?
On Saturday, September 15, 2012 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Check-in begins at 2:30 p.m.

Does it cost to enter the contest?
 The Open Header Contest is open to cars registered for the Route 66 Rendezvous only.  There is no cost to enter this contest.


Open Header Contest
Decibel Reader

How is the contest judged?
There are two categories: Loudest and Best Sounding. Loudest category - each contestant is judged by using a decibel meter. The vehicle with the loudest reading is the winner. Best Sounding category – The engine with the best sound is the winner.

What does the winner receive?
 The winners receive plaques and bragging rights for an entire year!

The winners are announced immediately after the event.

Open Header Contest Photos

All Events are Tentative,
Subject to Change Without Notice.