Hot Rods Unlimited has always been a proud participant in the Lake Forest 4th of July parade.

With over 20 cars and trucks driving in front of thousands of attendees, we are the largest auto group of the many clubs that are in the parade each year.

While getting ready for the parade, we take time out to attend the Kiwanis all you can eat pancake breakfast - still just $5.

Then it is time to put the decorations on and wait for our turn.

After the parade, the decorations come off, and we head up the street to a member's home for a great BBQ lunch.

Follow along and watch it all unfold!

Truly a Cinderella story....

And now, time for some breakfast!

On to the party!!!

Duelling cooks...but neither one looks to be in a rush to get started!

Let the games begin!