On September 27, 2014, the N4WDA sponsored a Family Fun Day at the Sparks, Nevada 4Wheel Parts Store. Despite the steady rain, a number of hardy four-wheelers proudly entered their 4x4s in the Show-N-Shine competition. These are hardcore trail vehicles that often double as daily drivers. No “trailer queens” here! Northern Nevada four-wheelers have access to the Rubicon Trail and many other rough backcountry venues. In this HD video, see how these no-frills 4x4s are set up for some of the hardest trails in the Far West!
![N4WDA 'Family Fun Day' and Show-N-Shine at the Sparks, Nevada 4Wheel Parts Store! N4WDA 'Family Fun Day' and Show-N-Shine at the Sparks, Nevada 4Wheel Parts Store!](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-12.jpg)
!['Show-N-Shine' trophies from Nevada Four-Wheel Drive Association 'Show-N-Shine' trophies from Nevada Four-Wheel Drive Association](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-92.jpg)
The Nevada Four Wheel Drive Association hosted a ‘Family Fun Day’ and Show-N-Shine that went undaunted by a steady rain. At right, N4WDA President Larry Calkins presents Joe Dvorsky with a ‘1st Place Long Wheelbase 4×4’ division trophy for a hard trail equipped 1970 Scout 800 4×4.
![Grand Cherokee on the rockpile at 4Wheel Parts Store! Grand Cherokee on the rockpile at 4Wheel Parts Store!](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-22.jpg)
![Rockpile just like the Rubicon Trail at the 4Wheel Parts Store Rockpile just like the Rubicon Trail at the 4Wheel Parts Store](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-32.jpg)
On the rockpile at the 4Wheel Parts Store! This Jeep ZJ Grand Cherokee took on a challenge every bit as difficult as stretches of the Rubicon Trail—right here at the N4WDA ‘Family Fun Day’! Fortunately, repair parts like a tie-rod end were available just across the parking lot at the 4Wheel Parts store.
![Justin Mosely's 1998 Jeep XJ Cherokee won Best Equipment award. Justin Mosely's 1998 Jeep XJ Cherokee won Best Equipment award.](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-62.jpg)
![Jeep Cherokee 4.0L with unique cowl air induction system! Jeep Cherokee 4.0L with unique cowl air induction system!](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-72.jpg)
Justin Mosely’s 1998 Jeep XJ Cherokee is a no nonsense trail rig. Equipped for hardcore four-wheeling, the Jeep Cherokee took home both the ‘Best Equipment’ and ‘1st Place Short Wheelbase 4×4’ division trophies.
![Feeding a hungry crowd at the N4WDA Family Fun Day! Feeding a hungry crowd at the N4WDA Family Fun Day!](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-52.jpg)
![Volunteerism is a hallmark of N4WDA and 4x4 local clubs. Volunteerism is a hallmark of N4WDA and 4x4 local clubs.](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-42.jpg)
Feeding a crowd is all part of Family Fun Day and a Show-N-Shine. Volunteerism is a cornerstone of N4WDA events and projects. The food fare was grilled hamburgers and hot dogs plus a choice of beverages.
![Jeep CJ-5 is representative of Nevada trail rigs! Jeep CJ-5 is representative of Nevada trail rigs!](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-82.jpg)
![Family Fun Day included trail riders and favorite pets! Family Fun Day included trail riders and favorite pets!](https://www.4wdmechanix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/N4WDA-Fun-Day-102.jpg)
This clean Jeep CJ-5 4×4 is representative of northern Nevada’s quality trail rigs. Along for the ride is a ‘family member’. Craig, one of the judges of the Show-N-Shine, took a moment aside to say, “Hello!”