BLOWOUT –
1930 MODEL A FORD TRUCK OWNERS: JOHN & PAM HOOD
APRIL 2020 Ashburton Branch of the Vintage Car Club of NZ
Mobile 0274 316 058 CLUB NIGHTS: 3rd Thursday of the Month, 7.30pm Clubrooms and Museum Maronan Road P.O. Box 382 ASHBURTON Telephone: (03) 308 4595 Email:ashburton@vcc.org.nz DISCLAMER NOW AVAILABLE FROM:
The opinions and views expressed in Blowout are not necessarily those of the Editor or The Vintage Car Club of Ashburton. No offence is intended, nor will the officers of this club be liable for any breach.
Bruce McIlroy Limited 309 Methven Highway ASHBURTON 7776 Tel: 03 308 7282 Email: parts.bml@xtra.co.nz 2
PROPOSED CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019 - 20 April 4 13 May 2 June TBA 18
Saturday Monday
Winchester Swap Meet Easter Club Run
D E L Saturday Ashburton Swap Meet L E C N A C
Solstice Run Thursday Annual General Meeting
Please help me keep producing the Blowout. As club nights and car runs have been cancelled for several months at least, why don’t you sit down and write an article to tell us about your car(s), its history, and if restored, the journey involved to get it back on the road or to where it is at the moment. If you have photos send them through or post me your SD Card and I promise to get it back to you by return mail. Either handwritten, posted to me at: Chris Gulleford , 29 BAYVIEW STREET, KAIKOURA, 7300. OR Email to: chris.gulleford@outlook.com I hope you will oblige me and do this, instead of hoping that someone else can do it, because for the next few months at least the Blowout will be the only thing keeping our members up to date with what is going on. The committee will remain the same until we are able to hold the AGM, and will be having a monthly meeting, either in person or by phone and reporting to you in the Blowout. Thanks, Chris Gulleford (Editor)
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BRANCH OFFICERS 2019– 2020 Patroness
Diane Ross (Rob)
308 2356
Chairman
Trevor Begg
308 3803
Secretary
Colin Sweetman (Cathy)
307 7373
Treasurer
Karen Bell (Robbie)
021 0243 1955
Club Captain
Peter Lambie (Susan)
302 0899
Vice Club Captain
Rod McKimmie (Dawn)
302 5853
Committee
Isla Jones (Roger)
308 5757
Rod McKimmie (Dawn)
302 5853
Alan Begg (Jeanette)
308 6171
Nat Exec Delegate
Peter Jacob (Annette)
308 8940
Museum Custodians
Les Bennett (Marie)
308 4705
Trevor Coulter
308 4817
Jim Rooney (Audrey)
308 4441
Denys McEvedy (Marie)
307 2728
Colin Sweetman (Cathy)
307 7373
Ken Kingsland (Avis)
308 6539
Ron Winchester (Pam)
307 2981
Gavin Smith (Gaylene)
308 2297
Trevor Clark
0276 235 990
Eean Parkes
307 1374
Tony Adams (Diane)
021 126 7992
Kevyn Begg (Iris)
308 6605
Alan Begg (Jeanette)
308 6171
Blowout Editor
Chris Gulleford (Alan)
0274 390 718
Blowout Circulation
308 3999
Commercial Convener
Bernard Egan ( Marlene) Bernard Bradley
Motorcycle Convener
Percy Ralston (Heather)
307 0084
Clubroom Custodians
(Monthly Roster)
VCC ID Officer
Rob Ross (Diane)
308 2356
Trophy Steward
Tony Adams (Diane)
021 1267 992
Swap Meet Booking
Karen Bell (Robbie)
021 0243 1955
Swap Meet Co-ordinator
Noel Batty (Marie)
308 4003
Beaded Wheels Scribe
Colin Sweetman (Cathy)
3077373
Grounds Convener Auditor
Rod McKimmie (Dawn) NIMBA
302 5853
Parts Custodians
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Chairman’s Report Hello all, I hope everyone is coping with the pressure of the Coronavirus that has hit the world with a lot of stress for all involved with it, so please look after yourselves and friends, family and neighbours. More about effects of this for the VCC in this Blowout. Club night for March was held at Ashburton Apiaries on the 19th with only 18 people there. Report on page 11 The Annual Dinner will be at the Hotel Ashburton this year. The date is subject to the Coronavirus I will need numbers for this. It will be a buffet meal with three courses for $35.00 so please contact me with numbers. Trevor Begg 033083803 cell 0276083803 Please note change of my cellphone number. Swap meet is Cancelled for 2020. Please see more in this Blowout from Head Office and Colin Sweetman. Things are going to be quiet on the VCC front for some time to come. We have been given 2 1937 Morris Eight cars and a large number of parts for the Parts Shed to sell more on page 16 Rotary Run Has been Cancelled for 2020 There will still be the Blowout put out every month so if anyone has any news contact Chris Gulleford. Please look after yourselves. Trevor Begg
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Dear Members Please find a message from the National President, Diane Quarrie below. Dear Members National Office, myself and members of the Management Committee have been fielding questions about what we are going to do in relation to the VCC and events such as the NI Easter Rally, Executive Meeting, Highland Fling, 2021 International Rally and branch events such as Club nights. As you will all be aware, the situation is changing daily (or even hourly). It is important that we take our time to evaluate options and make the right decisions for our members rather than knee jerk reactions. I have been discussing options with the organisers of the NI Easter Rally, Highland Fling and 2021 Rally plus several Branch Chairman. I propose that we will wait until the end of the week before making any decisions (unless the situation drastically changes). The Government has advised that more guidance on smaller gatherings will be delivered later in the week. I am anticipating that the minimum number of people allowed in a group will probably be reduced from what it is currently. One of the issues is that there isn’t any definitive timeline of when this crisis will abate and so it makes it very difficult when thinking ahead, for instance regarding the 2021 Rally. We are monitoring the situation and more information will follow on the weekend. I am fully aware that a lot of our members fall into the high risk category in terms of this virus and if we have to make the hard decisions regarding postponement or cancellation of our events, then that is what we will do with a heavy heart but knowing that it is the right thing to do. In the meantime, keep yourselves safe and comply with Government and MOH guidelines. Kind regards Diane Quarrie National President Regards, Colin Sweetman Ashburton Branch Secretary 6
Club Night Held at Ashburton Apiaries with 18 members in attendance at Alford Forest Road we had a good look around the honey shed by Geoff Bongard and one staff member.
We saw how they remove the honey from the boxes and the frames then spun it out of the frames and went into a tank. Then Rodger Bray talked about how they did all this in the old days and had a display of old beekeeping gear on display this all was very interesting. Thanks a lot Geoff and Rodger and staff for their time.
Geoff Bongard explaining how the process works.
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Pre Christmas Excursion.
The search for the Great Southern Continent.
7th to 13th December 2020 This years excursion requires earlier planning than usual as it involves overseas travel. Booking of the ice breaker (the Stewart island ferry, crossing takes approximately one hour) will be required within the next few weeks, as is booking accommodation on the Island. Other bookings required are not urgent, and will be advised during the next few months when the route planning is finalised. The cost involved in getting to and from the Island is approximately $200.00 per person and may be required when booking, refunds may not be available. That does not include accommodation which is limited on the island. The roads travelled may include unsealed tracks and water courses so higher clearance VCC eligible vehicles only are required. If you wish to attend please contact: David or Marion on 3087323 or 021370956. Due to the Covid-19 lockdown, the decision on whether this will go ahead will be made in September.
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Dear Members We have also received advice that the Winchester Swap meet on the 4th of April has also been cancelled. Our Swap Meet scheduled for the 2nd of May has now been cancelled in line with government requirements. We will be in touch with our stall holders over the next week to suggest that they transfer their bookings to our 2021 Meet which will be held on Saturday the 1st of May (2021). In light of this and the postponing of the various national rallies and the Vero International Rally in New Plymouth in January 2021, and in line with the national recommendation, we will suspend Club activities until 30 June 2020. This means that the Club nights for April and May will be cancelled. The Club Run for the 13th of April (Easter Monday) is cancelled and the AGM which was to be held on the 18th of June will also be postponed. We will advise later when the AGM will be held. At this stage the Annual Dinner is still booked for the 16th of July, but an early call will be made on this and we will advise you. Our Parts Shed and Museum will also be closed until 30 June. Further information will be issued as it comes to hand. Regards, Colin Sweetman Ashburton Branch Secretary 9
MESSAGE FROM THE SECRETARY There has been a lot of communication from both us in the last week and the VCC to members. If you have an email address but have not received at least 3 emails from our branch in the last week, please let me know your email address asap. During this time, with things changing daily, we want to be able to keep you up to date and this is being done by email. Please email me at:
ashburton@vcc.org.nz or call me at 03-3077373
New members for this month: Tony Burling-Claridge. 1963 Singer Gazelle. 1967 Hillman Minx. Andrew Simpson.
1947 Bentley. 1976 Porsche. 1965 Landrover. 1929 Ford A. Welcome to our club. We would love to hear about the history of your vehicle and if you have photos you can supply it’s even better. Editor
Facebook The VCCNZ has a Facebook page at: www.facebook.co/vintagecarclubofnewzealand If you want to add photos and short write-ups for insertion to Facebook please send to: comms@vcc.org.nz
re-TYRED TOILERS NEXT MEETING 26th March 2020 TE at 2 – 4 pm ER D A
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Odd jobsILand L LaAcuppa T D talk about old cars. LEeven WeEmay L C N CAMuseum and Parts Shed will be Open 10
No one believes seniors .. . Light humour An elderly couple was celebrating their sixtieth anniversary. The couple had married as childhood sweethearts and had moved back to their old neighbourhood after they retired. Holding hands, they walked back to their old school. It was not locked, so they entered, and found the old desk they'd shared, where Jerry had carved I love you, Sally. On their way back home, a bag of money fell out of an armored car, practically landing at their feet. Sally quickly picked it up and, not sure what to do with it, they took it home. There, she counted the money - fifty thousand dollars! Jerry said, We've got to give it back. Sally said, Finders keepers. She put the money back in the bag and hid it in their attic. The next day, two police officers were canvassing the neighbourhood looking for the money, and knocked on their door. Pardon me, did either of you find a bag that fell out of an armoured car yesterday? Sally said, No.
Jerry said, She’s lying. She hid it up in the attic. Sally said, Don't believe him, he’s getting senile The agents turned to Jerry and began to question him. One said: Tell us the story from the beginning. Jerry said, Well, when Sally and I were walking home from school yesterday ...... The first police officer turned to his partner and said, we're outta here! 11
LOOK
FOR SALE
LOOK
Two 1937 Morris Eight cars One is in original condition needs work done. One has been three quarters restored with all the parts there motor has been done up, new king pins etc plus 5 new tyres, been on blocks has been painted. Rego on hold. This car would not take much to finish off. Also a lot of spare parts.
Please contact Gavin Smith 033082297
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Please contact Gavin Smith 033082297
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Parts Shed Report for March Sales this month $75. CLOSED ANZAC DAY.
New arrivals for Parts Shed: 1949 Prefect - Suitable for parts Model T - Front guards, running boards, bonnet parts. Essex 6 cyl engine and gearbox. 2 rear doors. Plus 2 Morris 8 Cars see pages 16 & 17
FOR SALE
1923 Ford T Tourer
Registered and Warranted. 30 x 3 ½ gauge tyres High radiator 1 Man Top & Ruckstell rear axle Ph: Ron Galletly (03) 308 1940
FOR SALE
1929 Rugby Sedan Model D40 Restored in the year 2000. Personalised plates Ă˜RUGBY. 500 miles since $4000 engine overhaul. Present owners for 52 years, new battery. WOF and Reg. Best offer over $15,000. Plenty of spare parts. E: jenbarh@gmail.com 14
Commodore Motor Lodge
814 East Street, Ashburton Reservations: 0800 108 006
For All your Rural Cartage Requirements
Email:office@commodoreashburton.co.nz
Garden Setting All Ground Level Units Non Smoking All Refurbished & Affordable Parking Outside Units Expansive Off-street Parking Children’s Playground 3 Star Plus Qualmark rating AA Rewards MANZ Member
Livestock General Freight Grain & Bulk Cartage Fertiliser Hiab Unit Contact us at: Ashburton 308 4079
Ashburton 308 4079 www.ruraltransport.co.nz
Your Hosts, Chris & Paul Marriott
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ARTICLES FOR BLOWOUT BY 23RD OF MONTH PLEASE Please send to: chris.gulleford@outlook.com or post to: Chris Gulleford 29 Bayview Street (New Address) KAIKOURA 7300 Chris Ph: 0274 390 718 PARTS SHED OPEN 10 - 12 SATURDAY APRIL
MAY
4 Kevyn Begg
2 Alan Begg
11 Gavin Smith
D 9 Kevyn Begg EN
JUNE
E U6N Alan Begg
J OF
IL NT Clark 16 Trevor 18 Gavin Smith U ED L L CE 23 Tony Adams 25 ANZAC DAYNClosed A C
13 Kevyn Begg 20 Trevor Clark 27 Tony Adams
30 Gavin Smith
IF ROSTERED DATE DOES NOT SUIT PLEASE CONTACT GAVIN Gavin Smith Trevor Clark Eean Parkes
308 2297
Tony Adams
0276 235 990 Kevyn Begg 307 1374
Alan Begg
0211 267 992 308 6605 308 6171
Other Regions Parts Shed Hours Canterbury
Every Wednesday, 1pm-4.30pm. 3rd & 4th Sundays 9am-12 Noon.
South Canterbury Phone John Campbell, 03 686 0282
Next Committee Meeting 17TH MARCH AT 7.30PM 16
RICHARD BEGBIE PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING LIMITED
Certified for ALL Plumbing, Drain Laying & Gas Fitting For Prompt Efficient Service Anytime Town & Country Phone 027 484 6000 or 308 4690 after hours begbie@ubb.co.nz RICHARD BEGBIE PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING LIMITED
ALLENTON AUTO CENTRE
W.O.F.
discount to members
Accessories and parts for all models New and second hand tyres Full workshop Service Franchised to all major warranty schemes
Corner Harrison Street and Allens Road
Phone 308 6194 17
MUSEUM ROSTER 2019- 2020 APRIL MAY JUNE 4 Denys McEvedy
2 Les Bennett
14 Colin Sweetman
NE F JU 21 Les Bennett 11 Jim Rooney 9 Ron Winchester O ND LE I T N 18 Trevor Coulter 16 Denys McEvedy 28 Ron Winchester DU E L CEL 23 Jim Rooney Denys McEvedy 25 Colin Sweetman CAN 30 Trevor Coulter IF ROSTER DATE DOES NOT SUIT YOU PLEASE CONTACT JIM
Denys McEvedy
307 2728
Jim Rooney
308 4441
Colin Sweetman
307 7373
Ken Kingsland
308 6539
Trevor Coulter
308 4817
Les Bennett
308 4705
Ron Winchester
307 2981
Clubroom Custodians Roster
2019/20 as per AGM If the month allocated to you does not suit please arrange to swap with someone else. June
July
August
September
Roger & Isla Jones
Peter & Susan Lambie
Peter & Annette Jacob
October
November
December
January 2020
Bernie & Kevin Harkness
Ian Moore
February
March
Trevor & Craig Begg
Anne & Stuart Bernie & Kevin Hart Harkness
Percy & Heather Owen & Lorraine Wilson Ralston 18
April
May
Milner & Jan Jacob
David & Marion Oakley
Hyundai/Isuzu Mid Canterbury Workshop open 5-1/2 Days
WOF *$5.00 Discount to VCC Members LPG Certificates
All work carried out by Qualified Tradesmen
Ph:307 2415
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Ashburton Vintage Car Club PO Box 382 Ashburton
Two fully qualified restorers, dedicated to restorations only Insurance and Private Work Loan cars available Accepted by all insurance companies Locally owned and operated family business Phone: 03 3085238 or Duncan 0272831513, Debra 0272921969 104 South Street, Ashburton www.panelcraftltd.co.nz – email info@panelcraftltd.co.nz We work along side Goulds Towing and provide a HASSLE FREE service. 20