Southland VCC August 2017

August 2017

Southland Branch - Vintage Car Club of NZ Inc. PO Box 1240, Invercargill 9840

Next Meeting - Auction Night Ariki Lodge, 46 Ariki Ave, Otatara 7:30pm Thursday, 31st August, 2017

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Office Bearers 2017/2018 215 7136 216 5496 217 9667 southland@vcc.org.nz Treasurer Sheryn Warren 2170524 Club Captain Ray McCulloch 217 9667 Bulletin Editor Dave Harris 215 6068 or 0272016722 dcharris@southnet.co.nz Southland Branch website www.sporty.co.nz/southlandvintagecar VCC website www.vcc.org.nz VCC forum www.trash.co.nz/vccbb

Patron Chairman Secretary

Wayne Nicoll Gerry Pethick Janet McCulloch

Social Roster Bar Duty

Bar Open 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm

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Tony Warren Trevor Wilkey Lex Simpson Brian Dunick Ron Irwin Russell Jenkins Wayne Calderwood Peter Pryde

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From the Editor Timing is everything. When he was preparing his material for the Rumour, Russell rang me to see when it would be available as some of the information he was providing related to events occurring before those who receive Rumour in printed format would receive their copy. However those who receive their Rumour by email will get their copy in time to be informed of these events. For this reason they are in this edition even if the information will be out of date for some of you. This is one advantage of receiving your Rumour by email. I can actually send it to you at the same time as the copy goes to the printer and the webmaster, however I don’t, it is actually sent out two days later. Even so, allowing for printing, labelling, posting and delivery you receive your Rumour much sooner by email, and it is in colour.

As I am typing this it is a nice fine day outside and this reminds me that spring is just around the corner. This means it is time to get those cars, bikes, trucks etc out and enjoy using them as they were intended to be used. There is an entry form included with this Rumour for the Vintage, Post Vintage Rally that is being held on October 14, so if you have a vehicle that was manufactured between 1919 and 1945 (inclusive) this is a run for you. I note in the information that there will be no gravel roads on this Rally even though vehicles of this age were made to run on gravel and are at home on this surface. Of course this does not mean your car will not get dirty as the amount of dirt that farm activities bring onto the road is astonishing (this is one of my pet hates) and if it is wet this will end up all over your car.

Dave September Rumour - Closing date for September Rumour is September 17.

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Chairman’s Report The two notices of motion voted on before the National AGM both failed to be passed. Only 19% of members nationally, and 14% of Southland members voted. Maybe this means most people are happy with the way the Club is being run.

The 30 year rule was discussed, with the Management Committee convinced that their interpretation is correct. However it was agreed that it was open to interpretation so a remit is to be put forward which will hopefully clarify the situation. In the meantime no VICs will be issued until the vehicle is deemed to be eligible by the Committee. The point of contention still remains.

10 Branches have opted to not join in the National Day Daffodil Rally on 27th August. This Rally may become an annual event.

Kevin Clarkson of the Management Committee, and Beaded Wheels Chairman, will be presenting the 50 year badges to our 4 recipients at an afternoon tea at the Clubrooms on Sunday 15th October. 260 fifty year badges have been awarded nationally.

The John L Goddard Trophy was awarded to the Beaded Wheels Editorial Committee.

On the subject of Beaded Wheels our Branch requires a scribe to write the Southland Branch notes for the Idle Torque column. Any keen journalist please contact me or Dave Harris.

Don't forget to sort out your goodies for the auction on meeting night.

Gerry Cover Photo Greg Elder’s 1917 Cadillac leaving Esk Street on the Veteran Rally in March.

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Executive & Other Committees 2017-18 Chairman Gerry Pethick Secretary Janet McCulloch Treasurer Sheryn Warren Club Captain Ray McCulloch Executive: John Burke James Barrie Malcolm Hodgkinson Donald Ward Brian Dunick Dave Harris Patron: Wayne Nicoll Social Convenor : Peter Pryde Social Committee: Russell Jenkins Lex Simpson Ron Irwin Trevor Wilkey Brian Dunick Tony Warren Wayne Calderwood Rally Committee: Wayne Nicoll Barry Keen Dave Morris Trevor Wilkey Bruce Marshall Arthur Warren James Barrie Bronwyn McKay Grounds: Olly Olssen Dave Anderson Steven Randle Alan Black Parts: Alwyn Hoskins Neil Kidd Jim Taylor Dave Calvert Bill Skeggs Tom McDonald

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Russell’s Ramblings Auto Spectacular is advertised in the “Beaded Wheels”. Club members are welcome to travel by bus in an action packed trip to Dunedin on 16th September. Meal and beer at Waihola when returning. If interested contact Colin Fleet (03 2179734) or Russell McIvor (03 2178481). Some seats still available.

E Hayes and Sons have recently been loaned, from John Shand of Nelson, the 1960 KR750TT Harley Davidson that was campaigned by Alf Groves, then Trevor Twaddle of Dunedin. It is no. 15 of the 17 made, and has twin plugs per cylinder and dual ignition. It looks splendid painted in Harley blue.

Ollie Olsen is keen to get a 1930 Chrysler head, Silver Dome casting no.

303288. Ollie can be contacted on (03) 2361408 Sycamore Print in Eye Street have over 100 colour photos of entrants competing in the 50th Arrowtown Run. These are too large to hang on the toilet door, better framed and over the fireplace.

Dave Morris now has a 1934 Cotton and a 1930 CTT Triumph to go with his collection. There is no doubt a great variety of motorcycles came to New Zealand.

Don’t forget the Hospice Auction organised by E. Hayes at Ascot Park on the 26th August. Last item to be auctioned is the latest Indian Scout with special inscribed petrol tank.

Another event is the motorcycle street parade, leaving the Motorcycle Mecca at 12:30pm on Saturday 26th August and finishing at E Hayes and Sons. This is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Burt Munro breaking a world speed record at Bonneville. Vintage, veteran and classic bikes are welcome to show the flag.

Russell

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New Tyres. Challenge Newfield Autos’ proprietor Dave McKenzie presenting four new tyres for the Club Darracq to Chairman Gerry Pethick.

Dave supplied 4 tyres, tubes and bands at no cost to the Club. Thanks to Dave for his generosity.

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Wednesday Run – August 2nd 2017

Brian spent a lot of time fiddling with the Chevrolet prior to this run so that we could have the car heated by the engine as we always freeze in the winter months. He was successful and we did have heat along with an unpleasant engine smell as it is air cooled. Oh well you can't have the perfect car!

We left as usual at 10.30 from the Racecourse gates on a rather damp and foggy day. We drove the Rimu road to Edendale on to Wyndham and then the back road along the river to Mataura. We then headed across to Winton on SH 96. Unfortunately we didn't get to see a lot as the fog did not lift for us but we still had a good trip. Forty six of us enjoyed a lovely blue cod lunch at The Central Southland Lodge (the middle pub). Sadly we had one breakdown on the day. Many thanks to Dave and Barbara for organising the run.

Heather & Brian

Auction Night Thursday 31st August.

Bring all your old junk goodies along to be sold & come and buy more.

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Wednesday Run - 6th September 2017

Start 10.30am Racecourse gates All numbers to Heather & Brian McDowell along with your choice of blue cod or chicken schnitzel. $15 per person.

As we are heading away on the Southern Crawl on the Friday we would love the numbers by Thursday 31st August please.

Home phone: 03 931 0583 Email: bhmcdowell@slingshot.co.nz Cell: 021 366 866

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Register of Vehicles for Community Events As a Branch we are continuously asked to help in the community with our vehicles.

It would be good to be able to have a register of members who are prepared to donate their time with these events thereby putting our Club’s name into the public field. Otherwise it would be a shame if we had to start declining these invitations.

If you are able to assist with these events please contact the Club Captain.

Hobby Castings Club member Wayne Rayner has worked in the past as a foundryman and has now set up a small furnace at his home. He is able to cast both aluminium and bronze to make vintage car parts, plaques etc. If you need anything cast contact Wayne on (03) 2173787.

Tappet cover casting and finished item

Small bronze castings and patterns.

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50 Year Badge Presentations Sunday 15th October Congratulations to Lyall Bailey, Howard Kingsford-Smith, Barry Ryan and Robert Grant, who will be presented with their 50 year badges on Sunday 15th October at our clubrooms in Ariki Avenue.

The Clubrooms will be open at 2:00pm the presentation ceremony will start at 2:15 pm sharp and this will be followed by afternoon tea.

If you wish to attend please fill in and return the form below by 28th September, numbers will be limited.

Send form to:

Southland Branch Vintage Car Club of NZ Inc. PO Box 1240 Invercargill 9840

Cheques payable to: Vintage Car Club of NZ Southland Branch Inc.

50 Year Badge Presentation Sunday 15th October 2:00 pm Name(s): _______________________________________ Please print clearly

Number attending: @$12.50 per person Total Payment Enclosed

________ $ ________

RSVP by 28th September

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Tony Warren with his 1911 Singer at the July Meeting night. Tony purchased this bike in February 2012 in need of total restoration with the aim of using it in the National Veteran Rally in 2013. The bike was completed in time but Tony has found the performance disappointing so the bike is now used as a lounge ornament.

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Calendar Of Events Southland Branch Events

27th August

31st August 2nd September

14th October 15th October Easter 2018

VCC National Charity Run 1:00pm At the Clubrooms $10 entry fee to go to the Cancer Society Members please bring a packet of biscuits for afternoon tea.

Club annual action.

Have a clean out and bring some of your unwanted treasures along for the auction.

Round the Takis Motorcycle Trip Leaving bottom Preston St, Ingill 10am A run for all Club members, this run is for all motorcycles not just those that are club eligible.

Can be a half day trip or come and stay overnight.

All inquires to Ray McCulloch (03) 217 9667 Vintage, Post Vintage Rally Entry form in this Rumour 50 Year Badge Afternoon Tea Details P11 South Island Easter Rally

Other Events

16th September 13th - 15th October 28th October

Autospectacular Edgar Sports Centre, Dunedin Nelson Branch Biennial Rally Jim & Kyra Wareing. Ph. 03 544 9998 Mob. 027 544 9998 Email; jimnkyra@xtra.co.nz Kingston Golf Club Great Winter Dust Off Take your car or bike through to Kingston.

Contact Paul Meehan 027 435 3565 for details

2018 Easter Rally Entry forms will shortly be available online on our Branch website with paper based ones available upon request and from our clubroom notice board at our next meeting. Remember one entry form per vehicle and please check that your vehicle has a current VIC (vehicle identity card).

Glenys 021 388 649 Rumour

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For Sale Many copies of Beaded Wheels from 1986 and The Veteran Car Cub Of NZ magazines at The St Johns Op Shop in Yarrow St. BSA C15 Motorcycle parts - Steve Winteringham 03 218 3228.

1941 Anderson Stationary Engine. In ver y good condition.

Reasonable offer please. Contact Roy Shanks 03 216 6056 1958 Matchless 500. Good, fast r eliable bike. Sold with Rego and WOF. Ride Away $6,000.00. Phone Robert 03 2246160 1926 Model T Ford Roadster, electr ic star t (6 volt). Current WoF and in very good road condition. Full restoration mid-2000s, including leather upholstery and hood by Classic Autotrim Upholstery and complete engine reconditioning by Ray’s Rebuilds. Comes with some parts, wheel (spokes) and rims (in addition to the spare), luggage rack, jack and assorted bits and pieces along with various Model T Ford publications.

Recent valuation available. $27,500 ono. Phone Hamish 0272 515 695.

1909 12HP Swift—Neil Calvert (03) 216 1141 1936 Ford C Model Flathead motor (r eco), chassis wheels etc. Dale Simmons 03 215 6615 1936 Ford C 2 door Rolling Body. Dale Simmons 03 215 6615 1926 Ford New Beauty Model T Ear ly 70s r estor ation in good condition. Stored for the last 10 years. Registration current and on hold.

This is a vey rallyable motor vehicle. Photos available on enquiry - POA For further enquiries call Tony 0272845840

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Wanted 2006 Vero Rally Bags Wayne Nicoll Phone (03) 215 7136

Parts Shed The parts shed will be open the afternoon of meeting nights between 1 & 4 p.m.

The following people can be contacted at anytime if requiring parts or information on parts in our Parts Shed.

John Burke 217 8177 Alwyn Hoskins 215 9302 Neil Kidd 216 3788

Library The library will be open on the afternoon of meeting nights between 1 & 4 p.m. Other times by appointment - phone 216 6056 Copyright of the contents of the “Rumour� magazine rests with the VCC of NZ (Southland Branch) unless otherwise stated.

Views and opinions expressed in the Rumour are those of the authors of the articles and are not necessarily those of the Southland Branch of the VCC of NZ, the Branch Executive or the Editor. Mistakes will be corrected if possible if they are pointed out to the Editor.

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