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AUSTRALIAN SPORTING CAR CLUB INC Est 1930

NEWSLETTER

SEPTEMBER 2016

ISSUE # 155

It's the cars that bring us together, but the cars owners that "keep" us together! "FT"

A FEW OF OUR MEMBERS HAVING A CHAT PRIOR TO HAVING MORNING TEA AT THE MT.CANOBOLAS TEA HOUSE WHEN ATTENDING THE AUGUST MIDWEEK RUN

ASCC News September 2016


PO Box 1937 ORANGE NSW 2800 AUSTRALIA Email: [email protected]

CLUB DIRECTORY 2016

PRESIDENT: Charles stammers 6365 1351 mailto:[email protected] SECRETARY: Chris Olson 6331. 5757 mailto:[email protected] VICE PRESIDENT: Sharyn Aiken 6361 8443 [email protected]

TREASURER: Alan Mitchell 6362. 8998 mailto:[email protected] MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Paul Hingston 6193 6643 mailto:[email protected] PUBLIC OFFICER: C. Stammers 6365 1351 & A Mitchell 6362 8998 (joint custodians.) LIBRARIAN: P Skulander 6362 1426 mailto:[email protected] CONDITIONAL PLATE REGISTRAR: R. Gardoll 6362 8437 mailto:[email protected] REGALIA OFFICER: S Blowes 6366 5154 mailto:[email protected] EVENT Peter Harper 6334 2554 mailto:[email protected] CO-ORDINATORS Mick Buckler 6365 6188 mailto:[email protected] NEWSLETTER EDITOR: P Moras 6331 1013 mailto:[email protected]

REGIONAL LIAISON OFFICERS:

BATHURST: Peter Harper 6334 2554: Cowra: Vacant. DUBBO: Jim Mather 6884 6316 & Barry Young. 02 58060131: Lithgow: Rod Rossi. 6351 4044: MUDGEE: vacant Oberon: Ken Wilcox. 6336 1616 Parkes: vacant Sydney: Bob Dabbs 9774 3100 Trangie: Vacant Wellington: Vacant Young: Vacant Grenfell: Justyn Armstrong. 6343 1283 ACT: Geoff Barrett: 6241 1844

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NEWSLETTER IS 28/09/2016

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Well, when we were just getting used to some nice warmer weather, what happens; suddenly it is back to winter. As I write this report we are having wind, showers, slushy hail, occasional glimpses of sun, just to remind us it is still winter. At least it gives me a chance to be in a nice warm office; otherwise I would rather be doing something in the outdoors. August commenced with the mid-week outing to Molong for lunch at the Freemason’s Hotel. The Orange contingent met at Cook Park in Orange to await the Bathurst members, before proceeding via The Pinnacle for morning tea at, after a few owners and name changes, is again the Mountain Tea House. After a leisurely morning tea, leisurely because I think the owners were overwhelmed when almost 40 people arrived at once in addition to the existing patrons, so as can be imagined, it took a little while for orders to be delivered. A few did not chance it and waited outside chatting in the sunshine. With such a long delay, there was no time to travel via the designated route through Cudal and the Peabody Road, instead we went the most direct route via Amaroo to be in Molong in time for lunch. On arriving in Molong, we were greeted by Link and Vickie Hewson from Canowindra, and Peter and Helen Lord from Manildra. We soon made ourselves at home in the hotel for drinks, then settled into the dining room or outside garden for the delicious lunch and the usual camaraderie and socializing. As is usual for all our outings, time soon got away, and by mid-afternoon, it was time to make our way home, would you believe, without the customary visit to the Gelato shop (except for yours truly). Sunday, 21st August was the occasion on a rather cool morning for the combined outing with the Orange and District Antique Motor Club (ODAMC), ASCC members from Orange and the ODAMC arrived at the Blayney Heritage Park, to come together with the Bathurst ASCC members for an unhurried morning tea. After much camaraderie and socializing, it was time to move on, for a number at least, via a hastily mutually agreed route to

Tallwood, Spring Terrace, Spring Hill, Shadforth, and the Mitchell Highway, while others may have taken a more direct route, but we all arrived for lunch at the Beekeepers Inn at Vittoria. After sampling the delicious wares on the menu, and some the local brews, it was time for more socializing and camaraderie, and in what seemed no time at all, to be homeward bound. All agreed it was a great day, thanks to organiser Mick Buckler, who unfortunately could not be with us due to other commitments. Those ASCC members attending the lunch; Frank

and Noni Bayada, Mustang; Peter and Rosemarie Amos, Rugby; Roy and Sheila Riley, Capri, Kevin and Annette Neville, Capri; Chris and Merran Olson, Doretti; Charles Stammers, Mercedes; Neil Barlow, Kia Coupe; Ralph and Will Arnison, Lancia; and Bruno Marinovic, BMW Z3. By the time you receive this Newsletter, those attending the All British Day would have returned from the overnight trip to Penrith, the dinner cruise on the Nepean River, and the visit to the All British Day at the Kings School in Parramatta. Unfortunately, editorial deadlines prevented a report, so that will have to wait until the October Newsletter. As listed in the events section, September starts off on Thursday, 8th with the outing to the Wolgan Valley, previously postponed because of the inclement wet weather. Let’s hope the weather will be better this time as the scenery in the Valley is absolutely spectacular. More details are inside. For those interested, the Renault 4CV Register will be having a muster in Bathurst from Thursday, 15 th to Sunday the 18th. There will be a display of the cars outside the Bathurst Court House for 3 hours on the Saturday morning, when the street will be closed. The Renault Muster will be followed on the following Sunday with a trip to the Blue Mountains, again this should be an interesting outing, and an opportunity to catch up with some of our Sydney members. And to save the best to last, beginning Friday, 21st October, we have the Spring Tour covering Lakes Entrance, Great Ocean Road, and The Grampians in Victoria. If you have not expressed your interest to Mick, I’m afraid it is now too late, as he needed numbers by 27th August to arrange accommodation, etc.

Keep Warm, Drive Safely and Happy and Enjoyable Motoring.

Charles


DATES FOR FUTURE ACTIVITIES

September, Saturday 3rd - Mumbil Annual Car Show At Burrendong Hotel (Contact is Mick Buckler) This is a local children’s charity fund with judging from 10.00am. Mumbil is approximately 75klm. North of Orange. See advertising flyer elsewhere in this newsletter. September, Sunday 4th - Woodstock Show – Show and Shine. (Contact is Mick

Buckler) Shannon’s Insurance is sponsoring a Show and Shine to be held in conjunction with the annual Woodstock Show. The new Cowra rep, Glen Todd, is attempting to round up as many entrants as possible. Cars should assemble between 9 and 10am and judging will begin at noon. The entry fee is $10.00 per car plus $10.00 per person or $5.00 concession. There are various categories including best original, best restored, best pre 1965, best import, best Australian made and best street machine. The Woodstock Show was named the best small show in 2015 by the Agricultural Show Society and the Governor General will officiate at the opening ceremony. Members interested in attending should leave the Bathurst Tourist Information Centre car park and Cook Park at 8.30am to meet up at the usual place in Blayney at 9.00am September, Thursday 8th – Mid week Meander to Wolgan Valley (Contact is Peter Harper) You will recall this run was scheduled for June, however inclement weather caused its postponement. Orange members should leave Cook Park by 8.15am and meet Bathurst people at the Kelso lay-by for a 9.00am departure. We will travel on the Great Western Highway to Meadow Flat then through Portland, Pipers Flat to Wallerawang. From here continue on to Wolgan via Angus Place. Members Doug and Sue Coates, who have a property in the valley, have kindly offered the use of their house block for our BYO morning tea. Doug will supply hot water and has suggested that we bring folding chairs, cups etc. During the morning tea I’m sure Doug will give us a rundown of the very interesting history of the valley. We will then retrace our route to Wallerawang and go on to Lithgow for lunch at the Workers club.

September, Thursday/Sunday 15th - 19th - The Renault 4CV register will be having a muster in Bathurst.

The 4CV register caters for all rear engined Renaults manufactured in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. The muster will include a display of cars outside the court house on Saturday (17th) morning for 3 hours where the road will be closed to traffic. Further information can be found on the register web site- http://www.4cvregisteraustralia.org/index.html September Sunday 25TH - A Run to the Blue Mountains. (Contact is Mick Buckler)

More details next month’s newsletter

October, Thursday 13th – Mid week Meander to Rylstone. (Contact is Peter Harper) Details of this run will be will be advised in future newsletter. October, Friday 21st / Sunday 30th - SPRING TOUR PROPOSED ITINERY (Contact is Mick Buckler) The first day we will travel to Cooma, then on to Lakes Entrance in Victoria. We will then connect with the ferry for the short sail across to Queenscliff for the third night. It will then be onto the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay for a night then on to Warrnambool. After leaving Warrnambool we will travel up through Halls Gap in The Grampians before an overnight stop in Ballarat. From Ballarat it will be on to Bendigo for two nights before spending the last night in Narrandera before heading back home. November, Thursday 10th – Run to Blackheath. (Contact is Peter Harper)

This will be the peak rhododendron flowering season. More detail in a future newsletter.

http://www.4cvregisteraustralia.org/index.html


ADVICE ON ADDITIONAL EVENTS

Mick Buckler has provided a list of potential events. Please contact him if you are interested in any event and he will organise it to go on the club calendar: 11th Sept Fathers Day swap meet at Cootamundra Showground 24th/25th Sept. Pambula Motor Festival 25th Sept. Berrima Southern Highlands Spring Auto Fair at Public School 8th Oct. Old Bargo Public School Show and Shine 16th Oct. Warragamba Dam Car and Bike Show, Shine & Swap meeting 16th Oct. Mountain Cruisers Show & Shine at Lithgow Showground

Would It Be Helpful To You To Have Reminders of our Events Through Facebook? How About Having a Venue Where We Can All Share Our Sporting Car Interests With Other

Members?

The committee are looking at setting up a Facebook Page for our ASCC or maybe even a Private Facebook Group to better serve you our members. An Events Page could give our members updated information on our Events and also other events that could be of interest to you. Also, we will be able to share with you sporting car items of interest, including photos and posts - better still if you wish, you will be able to post and share your passion for sporting cars with other members. A Facebook Page is a great venue for exchange of ideas. It also gives you the opportunity to give your Committee your feedback … and talking about feedback, it would be great to have your thoughts, for or against – just call Sharyn on 6361.8443 or 0418.961533; email mailto:[email protected]

THE NEW DATE IS 3RD SEPTEMBER



August, Thursday 11th – Mid Week Meander to Molong for lunch (Report by Peter Harper)

The August mid-week run was notable for the near record number of members who turned out. I had booked about twenty five into the Canobolas Tea House but the staff was somewhat overwhelmed when forty four arrived which resulted in morning tea taking considerably longer than I had planned. As a consequence the run to Molong for lunch at the Freemasons hotel was changed to the shorter but very scenic route through Borenore and Amaroo. At the hotel we were joined by local MGA driver Cameron Wild, Helen and Peter Lord from Manildra and Alan Mitchell’s cousin Margaret which made the total number up to forty eight which the staff handled with ease. Members attending were: Ralph Arnison, Lancia Fulvia; Max Preen, Porsche 914; Ian and Michelle Wallace, Mazda MX5; Peter and Rosemarie Amos, MGB; Chris and Merran Olson, MX5; Doug and Dearne Witherdon, Datsun 240Z; President Charles Stammers, Mercedes SLK 350; Richard Gardoll, Volvo 1800E; Kevin and Annette Neville, Ford Capri; Kerry and Narelle Farrelly, MGC; Rod and Leonie Wykes, MGBGT; Stewart and Kerri Blowes, Stag; Linc and Vicki Hewson, Capri; Marg Donohoe, Mercedes; Graham and Kerry Denney, MGB; Jim and Ginny Mather, Jaguar Sovereign; Bono Marinovic, BMW Z3; Tim Cox and John Townsend, Ford Capri; Doug and Sue Coates, Jaguar XJ8; John and son Matthew Hawkey, BMW M5; Ken Howarth, Mini Cooper S; Alan Mitchell, Triumph TR4; Peter Moras and Alan Evers, MGBGT; Cameron Wild, MGA; Peter and Helen Lord, Datsun 280Z; Peter and Diann Harper, MGCGT.

AUGUST MIDWEEK RUN TO MOLONG

REPORTING ON RECENT ACTIVITIES


August Sunday 21st - Combined Run with Orange Antique Motor Club (Contact is Mick Buckler) Members attending were: Chris and Merran Olson; Frank and Noni Bayada; Roy and Sheila Riley; Kevin and Annette Neville; Peter and Rosemarie Amos; Bono Marinovic; Ralf Arnison; Charles Stammers

Miss USA – 1964 - THE CORVETTE STINGRAY This would be one of the best looking cars to come of the USA during the early sixties. Vital statistics for the 1964 Model are: 327 cubic inch, small block 327 cubic inch Chevrolet engine. It is equipped with a four barrel Rochester carburettor putting out 290bhp and enough torque to pull a plough. The drive drain is a 4 speed Muncie manual transmission. This convertible is a sight to behold; however the dovetail coupe is also right up there in the beauty stakes. Similar to the E Type Jaguar, the Coupe is the better performer with the least amount of wind drag. Convertibles are the more appealing, of the two models, to the collectors.

Corvettes have glass fibre bodies, so rust isn’t an issue and that makes repairs a lot easier. All panels are readily available from the US. The body is bolted to a steel chassis and that’s where you need to check for rust, up on a hoist, on these aging cars. The 1963 version has a split rear window in the coupe, with the 64 model changed to a single rear window for better visibility. Most mechanical parts are readily available, at a reasonable price. The cockpit is fairly compact and head clearances are tight if you’re in the coupe and over 6 feet tall. Like most muscle cars it’s heavy to drive and made for the open road rather than a city commuter. Because of the high torque engine, gear changes aren’t that frequent. You will need around $100,000 to get into one of these great mid 1960’s cars. ref: Australian Classic Sports Car March 2003

ASCC LIBRARY INFORMATION UPDATE Peter Skulander, Librarian


ITEMS TO ENHANCE THE APPEARANCE OF OLD CARS AND OLD DRIVERS.

All items come with Club Logo and are in Bottle Green unless otherwise mentioned. A small stock of items in popular sizes is maintained. Other orders may take a few days to obtain. For current availability and prices, please contact ASCC Regalia Officer: Contact: Stewart Blowes, ASCC Regalia Officer Phone: 02 6366 5154 Email: [email protected] Polo Shirts White with Green trim

Chambrey shirt Light Blue with logo

Wool blend sweater

Polyfleece sweater Bottle Green or Red

Polyfleece vest Bottle Green or Red

Jacket - Lined and showerproof (New line) In Green & Gold with embroidered club logo

Scarf Red or Green

Beanie- Bottle Green with club logo (New Line) Great for open top driving in cooler weather

Caps

Bucket hat

Sew on Club Logo Patch

Car Badge - Enamel club logo New stock Australian made

Windscreen stickers

Windscreen Banners (New) Club name and Logo on white background

Member Name Badge Club Logo, Christian and Surnames

Coffee Mug With logo & Name or car marque

Key Ring Metal with logo

Umbrella Large with logo

Cooler bag With logo

INSURED BY SHANNONS SHARE THE PASSION Shannons are great supporters of the Classic Car fraternity through the Shannon’s Eastern Creek Classic Car Show and involvement with Historic Car Racing. This support is most appreciated by this Club. It certainly helps to spread the development and the enjoyment of our classic sporting car fraternity in the Central Western area of New South Wales. For all your insurance needs - support the company that supports us. So if you have any insurance needs for your classic car, your house or its contents, contact one of our local Regional Development Officers or give Shannons a call on 134646 and get an obligation free quote from them.

ASCC CLUB REGALIA

LOCAL CONTACTS ARE: Glenn Todd 0263 451 899 ( Cowra – Young – Grenfell Area ) Jo Hemming 0409 225 350 (Orange – Forbes – Parkes Area ) [email protected] Russell Medlock 0408 693 349 ( Bathurst – Lithgow Area ) [email protected]

Dean Cole 0417 825 846 (Dubbo – Wellington – Mudgee Area) [email protected]



FOR SALE/ WANTED/ HELP DEPARTMENT.

For the interest of the increasing new as well as longer-term members of the Club, it is advised that a free service is available, through sale of cars and parts, wanted cars and parts, as well as help wanted with any technical advice etc. required. However, no responsibility will be accepted for the accuracy of such description or condition of cars or parts involved. Any purchaser must make their own inspection and enquiries regarding condition, miles covered, or suitability for their intended use. Please advise the Editor of any items you would like to include in this section of the newsletter.

FOR SALE: 2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder Convertible (Deceased estate)

Metallic green, camel soft top with glass window, camel leather seats and door trims 1.8L 4 cyl. 5 speed sequential gear box. Lovely condition interior, exterior and under the bonnet. 110,569 km Rego QQH713 Exp April 2017 $10,000 with extras and full service history. Contact Jill on 5174 1005 or 0407 275 868 Vehicle is located in Traralgon Victoria 3844

FOR SALE: 1981 DATSUN 280 ZX Silver with Targa top – 5 speed manual Full respray & fish oiled cavities on rotisserie 240,000klm air conditioned, excellent condition Conditional Rego 39110H (not transferable) $9,000 (or reasonable offer) Car located in Manildra Contact: Helen Lord on 0429645228

FOR SALE: 1963TRIUMPH TR 4 70,000 miles in very good condition with new hood, tonneau tyres carpet recent gear box rebuild & engine overhaul with new head and cam shaft 8 years ago overdrive rebuilt paint and chrome excellent $26,250.00 Contact Mick Buckler 0418 869 833


FOR SALE; Mazda MX5, 2011 Build, As new showroom presentation, first registered 2012. One owner with full service history and meticulously maintained. 47,000 Country Km’s. 6 speed automatic with retractable hardtop. Black in colour with black leather interior. $25,000.00. Contact David, 0417 251 363

FOR SALE: 1984 JAGUAR SOVEREIGN SEDAN, 4.2 Litre, sound, reliable country car. Current owner 17 years. Good tyres Original tools, handbooks. Full rego to 2/17 Rego No: CXH02R (Eligible for club rego). $7000 Car located in Dubbo NSW Phone Jim Mather 0428846316, (02)68846316

For Sale: 4 x 15inch wheels & tyres for we think mid 1970’s Mercedes, with Mercedes hubcaps. These are about 7 inches wide and two of the tyres are very good. Wheels are 5 stud pattern circled with holes. These wheels will fit other cars, fits stud pattern of Falcons. Contact Alan Mitchell 6362-8998 Email: [email protected]

* 1 x Front bumper complete with driving lights to fit a 1994

SE but will fit all models.

* Complete set of window glass, left and right hand side to

suit all models1989-1994 ,in good condition with factory

tint,2x quarter window and 2 x side window.

* Left hand front flip up light complete minus motor, to fit all

models1989-1994

* two rear marker lights, illuminated to fit 1989-early

1993,SA SC, not 94,SE.

Front light lens to fit SA SC, not SE plus a heap of other

bits and pieces to fit Capri’s.

$200.00 negotiable. Call 0428659224 (Chris Bromley)

FORD CAPRI PARTS




PO Box 1937 ORANGE NSW 2800 AUSTRALIA Email: [email protected]

ASCC ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 2016 ASCC Conditional Registration vehicles are approved to attend the activities listed below

Month Mid-week Events Weekend Events Other Event Runs

Sept 2016

8th Midweek Meander to Wolgan Valley

3rd Mumbil annual car show 4th Woodstock Show & Shine 25th Run to Blue Mountains

11th Swap Meet at Cootamundra Showground 15th/19th Renault 4CV rally in Bathurst 24th/25th Pambula Motor Festival 25th Berrima Auto Fair at public School

Oct 2016

13th Midweek run to Rylstone

21st/30th Annual Spring Tour

‘ 1st O’Connell Hotel Charity Show & Shine 8th Old Bargo Public School Show & Shine 16th Warragamba Dam Car & Bike Show 16th Mountain Cruisers Show & Shine at Lithgow Showground

Nov 2016

10th Midweek run to Blackheath

Dec 2016

ASCC CLUB EVENTS

All ASCC Club activities and other activities of interest organised by other clubs, are shown on this ASCC Activities Calendar that has been included in the newsletter. If you are NOT registered to use the trial log book system, this page or Permission to Move from the Club Registrar should be carried in vehicles on Conditional Registration Plates as proof of an approved activity for the purposes of their plates use, should they be stopped by Police.

Richard Gardoll has ask that members who have vehicles with conditional registration should be aware of the insurance requirements in CLAUSE 12 in the club constitution. YOU WILL REQUIRE EVIDENCE FOR REGO RENEWAL 12. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 12.1 A minimum insurance cover of Third Party Property Insurance is required. Proof of a cover must be provided to the Club Registrar. 12.2 It is strongly recommended that full insurance be obtained. The Club will not be responsible for any actions caused for any reason, omission, default, damage or oversight on the part of the member or for any other loss, damage or misfortune whatever which shall happen in the course of any activity

organised by the Club

12.3 As a guide, full insurance on a Conditional Registration vehicle is approximately the same cost as Third Party Property Insurance.


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