October%202013 by CHACA

The official magazine of the

Classic & Historic Automobile Club of Australia ACN 004 677 570

October 2013 Volume 48 Number 6

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Seen at Noojee on CHACA’s “Run in the Country and a Pub Lunch’. Full report inside.

Coming CHACA Events Next General Meeting will be on Thursday 3rd. October 2013 at 8pm. at VDC Clubrooms, Unit 8, 41-49 Norcal Road, Nunawading. Melways Ref. 48 G-11. Wednesday October 9th.......Lerderderg Gorge. (Bob Clark). Sunday October 27th...........Tri-Club Picnic at Ferny Creek Oval. Sunday October 27th.......... Federation Square Display Day.

To bring together persons with a common interest, to encourage the use, maintenance and preservation of automobiles built from the 1st January, 1931 up to 25 years old, without prejudice to make, model, method of manufacture or country of origin.

Committee Secretary Kevin Churchill (Erica) Ph: 5983 8981 Mob: 0412 802 177 President Kevin Churchill ( Erica) 28fordor@gmail.com Ph: 5983 8981 Mob: 0412 802 177 Vice President Ray Griffin (Margaret) raymar77224@bigpond.com Ph: 5977 6649 Mob: 0409 216 273 Treasurer Dennis Healy (Esther) estden@bigpond.com Ph. 9740 1441 Mob. 0411 187 882 Editor editor@chaca.com.au Eddie Reynolds (Gail) 03 9770 1231 Mob: 0429 142 460 Technical Officer Neville Thomas Kunnel thomas_neville@yahoo.com.au Ph. 03 8712 3161 Mob: 0422 324 072

Meetings 1st Friday of the month (except Good Friday & January) normally at Deepdene Park Hall, except October 2013, October meeting will be held at VDC Clubrooms, Unit 8, 41-49 Norcal Road, Nunawading. Melways Ref. 48 G-11. Tea, coffee and snacks are served at the conclusion of each meeting. Visitors and prospective new Members are welcomed.

Members please bring a plate of food for the general meetings. Club Newsletter The Journal is published monthly. Items for inclusion in the Journal must be mailed, emailed or passed on to the Editor at Club Meetings. The Committee reserves the right to edit or decline any article deemed unsuitable. Photographs submitted for possible publication should preferably be glossy 5”x 7” or 6” x 4” prints or high resolution jpg/bmp images to ensure best reproduction in the Journal. Opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the Club.

Journal Closing Dates Nominally 2nd. Wednesday each month.

Journal Nights Nominally Thursday before the last Friday of each month

Website The Club’s website www.chaca.com.au is updated regularly and features Club History, Club Promotions, an Events Calendar, a full Journal for downloading and many photographs of Club Events.

Webmaster

Property Officer Eddie Reynolds eddier2@optusnet.com.au Ph: 03 9770 1231 Mob: 0429 142 460

janelle@tpg.com.au

Membership Secretary Barry & Rosslyn Smith rozbar@bigpond.com Ph: 9807 6813 or 5985 9220 Mob: 0408 440 240

Margaret Griffin - 5977 6649

Activities Officer Vacant Notice To All Reciprocating Clubs Please address your magazines to The Secretary LPO Box 72 Bittern Vic 3918

Journal Layout Editor Janelle Thomas PH: 9776 5370 janellet@tpg.com.au editor@chaca.com.au

Archivist and Historian Library Custodian Eric & Pam Chaplin Ph/fax: 03 5944 3312

CHACA Life Members Max Austin, Ray Griffin, Margaret Griffin, Barry Smith, Jim Kerr, Dale Allen, Bill Kerr, John Hunt, Tom Lambert, Roy Pepprell, Eddie Reynolds, Bob Mantle, Patricia Wightman, Peter Galley, John Schuurman. Deceased: Fred McGeary, Norm Watt, Don Main, Ian Davey Eddy Dobbs Snr, Col Patience, Gordon Wightman.

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Next Meeting Thursday 3rd October 2013 Vintage Drivers' Club Rooms, Unit 8, 41-49 Norcal Road Nunawading 3131 Melway Ref: 48 G-11

NOT AT DEEPDENE The club is looking at different venues that offer the club more space and comfort. Although Deepdene is very cheap, only about $30 a night, if we have any more than 50 members turn up, it is very crowded, so if the club is to grow we need bigger rooms, so please come along and see for yourself what the VDC Clubrooms can offer. Ray Griffin Vice President

Editorial As Ray has said above, the next meeting is in Nunawading. This is a trial meeting where we will be seeking your opinion as to the suitability of these rooms. So please come along, bring your spouse/partner and family and give us a good cross-section of views and maybe suggestions. If we agree to conduct our meetings there, we can use the downstairs room on Thursday nights until the renovations are completed in around 12 months time. (Thursday night may be a better option, traffic wise). The option of trying a different venue has been raised on several occasions in the past, but in each instance Deepdene has reigned supreme, largely because it is central to the majority of members and the rent is cheap. So, why are we stirring the pot again, you might ask? If we are to attract new members we need to keep up with the times and offer a good reason why they should come out on a possibly cold wintry night. A function of committee is to always be on the lookout for better ways to do things, strive for better ideas, make our meetings and outings as attractive as possible. We would be derelict in our duty if we didn’t explore alternatives as they come along. The rent represents a rise of around $450.00 a year. Hope to see you there! Eddie Reynolds, Editor. PS. Have you given any thought to making me your Assistant Editor next year. A new Laptop will be supplied.

IDEAS NEEDED If anyone has any ideas for our “Ladies Night” entertainment at our General meeting in December please let Ray Griffin know. (03 59776649). To the newer members, our December meeting is traditionally a night for the ladies where a small gift is presented to each lady and the entertainment is centred on a subject that is relevant to their interests.

CHACA VICTORIA Unisex Reversible Vests now available Sizes S-M-L-XL-2XL-3XL-5XL Price. $40.00 ea Contact John Baker 0419 588 370 CHACA Journal Page 3

(1) Mid Week Run Wednesday October 9th To Lerderderg Gorge, Bacchus Marsh Meet at Huge Truck Stop off to the left of Western Freeway at Rockbank just after Deer Park (On Hopkins Rd) Watch for the turn-off. for coffee at 10.30 for 11am departure Melways Reference 357 J2

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Toilets, Electric BBQ’s, Grassed Picnic Area Adjoining Lerderderg River Surrounded by Bushland/Rocky Cliff Excellent Parking BYO CHAIRS and MEAT/PICNIC

(3) In case of rain, our alternative venue is the Bridge Inn, Bacchus Marsh. Excellent Meals—Reasonable Prices

Enquiries.....Bob Clark. (03) 9391 8327

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Tri-Club Picnic Ferny Creek Oval 27th. October 2013. Dear Eddie Confirming details for the Tri Club Picnic at Ferny Creek Oval Sunday 27th October 2013, Melways 75 D1 as part of a display of vehicles for the Belgrave Rotary Club fund raising day. The Oval is accessed off Clarkmont Road. It is a beautiful scenic reserve with all facilities. The access road is a bit narrow. Traffic control will have to be managed by Rotary. No arrive/depart times have been requested i.e. member can arrive and depart as required. Parking for trailers will be available for those traillering a vehicle. Phone Carl Robins 9755 2599 to confirm spaces required or email carlrobins@bigpond.com The Rotary Club have booked the grounds and hall with displays in the hall. Live music still being finalised. There will be trade stalls. The Annual Floral display by the Ferny Creek Floral Society in the hall adjacent to the oval will be on, with a small admission cost. Jumping castle for the children. There will be celebrity presenters and judges for prizes. Regretfully a small cost of $5 per display car will apply. General entry will be charged $5 per head. All profits will be supporting worth while Rotary projects of community support. Sausage sizzle and drinks by Rotary or BYO lunch. Cheers John Rhodes (VDC).

We intend to have a CHACA member/s arrive early to secure an area for us to park our vehicles and we suggest all other members start arriving from 9.30 am onwards. We are allowing for about 60 vehicles from the 3 Clubs . The Tri-Club consists of 3 clubs:- Vintage Drivers Club, Veteran Car Club of Australia and Classic and Historic Automobile Club of Australia.

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CHACA Presentation Day and Annual Dinner Sunday 17th of November 2013 11.00 am Judging 12.30 pm Lunch Sherwood Receptions Somerton Road Oaklands Junction Soup, Carvery, Vegetables, Salads, Dessert Tea and Coffee/Soft Drinks included Other drinks at Bar prices $40.00 per head (Members and their Partners $30.00 per head). Bookings essential Dennis Healey 0411 187 882

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Classic & Historic Automobile Club of Australia

Notice of Annual General Meeting â&#x20AC;&#x2018; 2013 Notice is hereby given the Annual General Meeting of this Club will be held at 8pm on Friday 1st. November, 2013 at Deepdene Park Hall, corner of Whitehorse Road and Parkside Avenue, Deepdene, Victoria. To facilitate the business of this meeting the nomination form is provided as a loose insert to enable member's nominations to be recorded and published prior to the meeting. All present Committee Members must retire at this date. However, those wishing to shall be eligible to stand for re-election along with any other nominees proposed by members.

Though present Committee Members are eligible for re-election all positions are open for nomination: Executive Committee:

President . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kevin Churchill

Treasurer . . . . . . .Dennis Healy

Vice President . . . . . . . . . Ray Griffin

Secretary . . . . . . . .Vacant

Technical Officer. . . . . . . . Neville Kunnel Committee:

Membership Secretary. . Barry Smith, Library Custodian. . . Eric Chaplin.

Plus up to an additional seven (7) Committee persons without office. Eg:- Activities Officer/Co-ordinator, Editor, Special Activities Officer, Property Officer, Welfare Officer, Publicity Officer etc. Please note: All nominations must be proposed and seconded by members who are financial at the time of the Annual General Meeting. It is not necessary to nominate a member for each position, however, persons nominated must similarly be financial members and sign the nomination form. This is not a Ballot Paper and WILL NOT be used to derive a system of preferential voting. It is purely a NOMINATION FORM, which must be lodged with the President/Secretary, Kevin Churchill on or before Wednesday, 2nd. October 2013. There is no obligation to make a nomination but you are urged to do so in the interest of the Club. ORDER OF BUSINESS

1. Receipt of Committee Members' Reports. 2. Receipt of Annual Report and Financial Statements 3. Election of.. a. Executive Committee Members b. Committee Members PROXY VOTES Members unable to attend the Annual General Meeting are requested to complete the Proxy Form as poll votes may be given either personally or by proxy or by Attorney. The instrument appointing Proxy, Power of Attorney or other authority (if any) under which it is signed, or a notarially certified copy of that power of authority shall be delivered to the Secretary at any time prior to the meeting or adjourned meeting. A proxy need not be a member of the club. No person may hold more than three proxies and NO Committee members may hold proxies, save the Chairman who may hold any number of proxies. VOTES OF MEMBERS: 1 . Every member entitled to do so, shall have one vote and no more except in the case of the Chairperson's casting vote. 2. Poll votes may be given either personally or by proxy or by attorney. 3. The instrument appointing a proxy shall be under the hand of the appointer or of his attorney duly authorized in writing. A proxy need not be a member of the Club and no person may hold more than three proxies excepting Committee members who may not hold any proxies, save the Chairman who may hold any number of proxies. 4.

The instrument of appointing a proxy shall be deemed to confer authority to demand, or join in demanding a poll and such instrument appointing a proxy and the power of attorney or other authority (if any) under which it is signed or a notarially certified copy of that power or authority shall be delivered to the Secretary or any other person acting in his place at any time prior to the holding of the meeting or adjourned meeting at which the person named in the instrument proposes to vote, and in default, the instrument of proxy shall be invalid. CHACA Journal Page 7

Run to Ripponlea on Sunday 1st. September 2013. This run was organised by Roz & Barry Smith after we received an invitation to attend their Father’s Day celebrations in the grounds of Ripponlea Mansion. It was a great day and the weather was on our side too. A good variety of vehicles to pore over complemented the occasion and we even had a 1941 speedboat immaculately restored to drool over. Thank you to Peter Cassar for the photos he supplied. Henry & Trish Alger Eddie Reynolds Peter Cassar Barry Gilbert Dennis & Esther Healy Colin & Flavia Healy Alan & Margaret Lethborg Peter & Janet Galley Bob & Judy Wilson Kevin Oates Barry & Rosslyn Smith lyall & Faith Haylow Ian Barton Doug Meats Chris, Sharon Costello & Family Ray Griffin

Please Note!

1935 Dodge Tourer 1936 Dodge Sedan Our next General meeting will be 1947 Chevrolet Coupe at the VDC Clubrooms on 1954 FJ Holden Special Sedan 1939 Buick Road Master Sedan Thursday 3rd. October at 8pm. Visitor Unit 8, 41-49 Norcal Road, Nuna1909 Renault Roadster (Buttercup) wading. Melways Ref. 48 G-11. 1937 Chevrolet Tourer 1946 Oldsmobile 1934 Ford V8 Sedan 1936 Packard Convertible Sedan 1929 Ford A Model Tourer Visitor 1941 19 feet Chris Craft Runabout Visitor 1950 170S Mercedes Visitor 1961 Holden EK Special Sedan 1937 Chevrolet 18-CWT Utility

Subject: Thank you Date: Wed, 4 Sep 2013 14:19:13 +1000 From: Candice.Bennett@nattrust.com.au To: rozbar@bigpond.com Hi Barry, I have just returned to the office after a couple of days off, so it is my first day back after the Fathers’ Day event. I wanted to extend my biggest thank you to you and the other car club members who attended the day. From the feedback I had people loved seeing the cars – one little girl was pulling her dad up the driveway at the anticipation as seeing the “old cars”. I am sorry, however that one member did not have a pleasant day. Just as I was packing down the event I got a phonecall from a very disgruntled and unhappy member saying he did not enjoy the day because his wife got hit in the head with a soccer ball. I did explain that we do generally have a “no ball games” policies on the main lawn but it is often hard to police it on days like Sunday when there is only Sherredan and myself roaming. Anyway, I hope this has not damped the event for others as I know we certainly love having you and from those I did get a chance to talk to, they enjoyed coming also. Many thanks again. Kind regards Candice Candice Bennett Operations Coordinator, Rippon Lea House and Gardens, The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick 3185. Working days: Wednesday to Sunday P: 03 9519 9005 M: 0420 969 387 F: 03 9523 6921 E: Candice.Bennett@nattrust.com.au

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Father’s Day at Ripponlea Homestead 1st. September 2013

Peter Cassar enjoying Father’s Day with his family

Peter & Janet Galley relax

Bob & Judy Wilson, Henry & Trish Alger

Esther Healy in the ‘39 Buick

Alan & Margaret Lethborg & “Buttercup”.

Peter & Janet Galley and Eddie Reynolds

Ray Griffin chews the fat. CHACA Journal Page 9

Here is a picture of a German truck whose trailer is decorated to look like the sides are missing and the product it is hauling is painted on the sides and back.

Compliments John & Louise Baker

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C H A C A Report:

A Run in the Country & Pub Lunch.

Sunday 11/8/2013

Lilydale Lake: The run got off to a great start with most participants meeting in the car park. The weather was cold, however not too cold, as everyone got out of their cars to meet new members and have a chat. The drive to the next stop was very picturesque. Upper Yarra Museum: Turned out to be the highlight of the day, (besides the scenery) with the Yarra Junction Volunteers pulling out all stops to make sure we had a marvellous time and well informed tour. Led by Tom O’Meara, two other volunteers and the three blacksmiths. The blacksmiths were working on the day, and displaying their wares, it was such a joy to see them in action, and witness the coals burning, while the blacksmiths hammered and poked metal into something with a new life. The exhibits were excellent, plentiful and varied. Trains, , garden displays, wood carvings, machinery, metal art, memorabilia, photos, clocks, clothes, jewellery school tools from the past, small heritage buildings, bikes, suitcase, books and Journals. The Museum is set in the now defunct Yarra Junction Railway station. Volunteers with the help of government grants and donations from many locals keep the museum going and maintained with a lot of their own time and effort. We were privileged to have some children join in the day, and they very much enjoyed the exhibits and activities. There was also a lovely camp fire near the blacksmiths. Very pleasing to see the museum alive, with people and experiences. CHACA members enjoyed a lovely hot cup of Tea / Coffee and biscuits, served in tea cups from a matching English Bone China set. The tea set was donated to the Museum by three local sisters, who have since passed away. How very thoughtful of them to put back into their local community for people to enjoy. Trestle Bridge. We then all headed for a drive through the beautiful forest, to the amazing Trestle Bridge, in Noojee. We had just enough time there, to take photos, see the cars all crammed together, and make our way up to the top of the trestle bridge for a great view of the surrounding area. The Outpost Restaurant: We then headed to the restaurant for a delightful lunch, joined by more members, friends and children. Sixty two (we had cancellations due to illness) members and family enjoyed the lunch. Barb gave us the Restaurant area to use as a private function, so we were able to make it our own for the afternoon. Six “Lucky entrant” prizes were drawn with the help of all the children attending. The Prize bags included some Car Badges donated by Doug Gorham and hand knitted scarves made by Jenny Hanks. A Certificate of appreciation was made to the owner Barb Snelling. The staff members were very helpful, and obliging with our sit down bistro menu for our large group. Louise Baker 12/8/2013

Attendances John & Louise Baker Vin & Lana Forbes Graeme & Joan Moore Mal & Thea Hillier Reg Dunn & friend Alan & Lorraine Adler Kevin & Erica Churchill Ken Leeden Eddie Reynolds & Gail Evans Ken & Margaret Robinson Barry & Roz Smith Peter & Kate Marotta John & Lesley Hughes Ray & Shirley Nichol Victor & Niki Pace Dennis & Esther Healy Grace Davey & Dawn Hucker Bob & Judy Wilson Henry & Trish Alger Terry & Marion Herbstreit Russell & Lesley Betts Mark & Jan Matheson Allan & Susan Elsner Chris Hawkins, Mark, Zoe and Lana Clive Massel & Kerry Arrow Mark & Chris Challis and Mitchell Andrew Logan & Donna Ascher Ron Barker & friend Gail & Brian with children

BMW 320 6A ‘86 Mercedes Benz 2300E ‘84 BMW 635i Coupe ‘68 Ford Mustang 289 Coupe ‘51 Plymouth Modern MGB ‘73 Monaro ‘78 Mercedes Benz 300D ‘62 Valiant Mercedes ‘73 E Type Jaguar ‘49 Holden 48-215 ‘39 Pontiac ‘70 Triumph PI ‘48 Buick Roadster ‘68 Rover P5B Saloon ‘80 Oldsmobile 98 Regency ‘77 Chrysler Charger ‘69 Morris Cooper S Mk2 ‘72 Holden Torana LJ Sedan ‘69 XW GT Toyota Coaster ‘74 Ford Landau BMW Bauer 2002 Falcon GT ‘67 Buick Wildcat 59 Zephyr Ute Visitors

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‘67 Buick

‘69 XW GT

MGB

BMW Bauer 2002

‘49 Holden 48-215

‘77 Chrysler

‘72 Torana

‘39 Pontiac

‘74 Ford Landau

‘51 Plymouth

‘59 Zephyr Ute

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‘84 BMW 635i

‘68 Ford Mustang 289

‘68 Rover P5B

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‘80 Oldsmobile 98

CLASSIC & HISTORIC AUTOMOBILE CLUB of AUSTRALIA GENERAL MEETING AGENDA 6th SEPTEMBER 2013 Meeting opened 8.05 p.m. The President welcomed those in attendance to the September meeting of CHACA. 1. APOLOGIES G Moore, V Forbes, M Whiting, P & R Barker, B & R Haley, N Ferguson, J Kemp, A Arkcoll, B Cassidy, Moved: E Reynolds Seconded: P Cassar Carried 1a Visitors and New Members Visitors Colin Sharkey. 38 Chev Renee. 78 Ferrari 308 2a.CONFIRM MINUTES OF August 2013 MEETING Moved: K Leeden. Seconded: J Rennie Carried 3.BUSINESS ARISING FROM August 2013 MEETING (i)Honour Board Update –The President advised that the board would be updated for the November Meeting. At this point James Allan advised that Raffle tickets were being sold for $1.00 per ticket. Also Christmas Picnic Hamper Tickets will be selling next month.

Ray also informed members that our next meeting will be held at the VDC Rooms on the 1st Thursday next month. He invited members to come along and check out the facilities that are available there. He is also seeking a guest speaker for Ladies Night. (iii) Technical Officer. Mr.Kunnel advised the meeting that things were running smoothly and photos were coming in, also that permit cars would be on the Vic. Roads system by the end of this month. He asked members to note that he would be away from the 15/9 to 1/10, and that all inquires should be directed to Barry Smith. (iv) Membership Secretary Mr. Smith advised the meeting, that this month, there was one new member and that he had received 20 renewals so far. (v) Activities: Club Runs 22nd September – Woodlands Homestead, Living Legends Tour & Pub Lunch (Esther & Dennis) Fifty people have indicated that they will be attending. 4.CORRESPONDENCE 27th October Fed Square Display (Melbourne) (a)Inwards Clive Massel is co-ordinating the day and at last count had 24 vehi(i) Newsletters from other Clubs; cles which cover the 1931 to 1987 range. There is a good selection (ii) Federation re Club Corner at Bendigo from each decade. Display is from 11 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. May be room (iii)Federation re raffle winners at Marong Picnic for some extra vehicles. Call Clive. (iv)Federation quarterly meeting minutes 17th November - Presentation & Display Day at Sherwood Recep(v)Eric Belcher (MPHVC) re Federation Hub Tour in April 2014 tions, Oaklands Junction. (vi)Bloke’s Funerals re their services and offering to speak at our See Dennis Healy to add name to list. meeting Other activities are as per the current Journal. (vii)Australian National Euroa Show & Shine – 6th October Bob Clark asked for a show of hands from those intending to attend Monash Gallery of Art- Display 24th November the mid week run to Lerderderg Gorge. (b)Outwards Mr Smith reported that 14 cars had been on display at Ripponlea and (i)Fed Square registration form for our October display. that those who attended had an enjoyable day. He also spoke about Confirm that correspondence be approved the 1941 Chris Craft Speedboat owned by Ian Barton. Moved: B Garrett. Seconded: J Christie Carried (vi) Editor 4(a)BUSINESS ARISING FROM CORRESPONDENCE Mr. Reynolds reported that over 300 Journals had gone out this (i)Club Corner at Bendigo. Offer of free space to promote our month. He thanked everyone for contributing articles and requested club. Need help from our Members if we are to accept this offer. photos of "your first car" for inclusion. He noted it was time to start (ii)Federation raffle winners list- On notice board planning for runs for next year and asked for ideas, including joint (iii)Federation quarterly meeting minutes – held over to Reports. runs with other clubs. (iv)Federation Hub Tour 6 – 11 April. 2014 It will be based 6a. MONTHLY REPORTS (cont’d) around Frankston with runs to Cape Schanck Lighthouse, Pt. Ne(vii)Property pean National Park, Charlie’s Auto Museum, Seawinds National Eddie Reynolds mentioned possible change in style for the name Park, Puffing Billy & Phillip Island. badges as we are getting low on the current style. 5.TREASURER’S REPORT 6b.QUARTERLY REPORTS Dennis Healy advised receipts for the month were as follows: (i)A.O.M.C. August meeting/ no report. Receipts :$ 4072.00 (ii)FEDERATION 10th August Payments: $1968.52 Four grants to Clubs approved; 3 trophy applications approved; 3 new Balance: $4774.74 members clubs approved. Moved: D Healy Seconded:J Allan Carried 100 years of VicRoads displays continuing; 6a. MONTHLY REPORTS Federation seeking RACV as major sponsor from 2014 to 2019; (i)The President advised the meeting that he appreciated the indications are that insurance costs will rise over coming months. efforts of Members who assist in the running of the Club. In parIt was reported that: ticular this includes those who have organised our excellent runs The president of Fed. chastised some clubs about the CPS in relation this year and taken a huge load off our small Committee, those to vehicle modifications. This led to a long discussion from the floor who help out at meetings and those who attend and report on by some unhappy Delegates with one Delegate suggesting that FederAOMC & Federation meetings. ation & AOMC “should collaboratively work together to come up with He thanked all those who help. He stated, “Although I don’t like common solutions to take to VicRoads.” Another Delegate said “that singling people out, I must mention Clive Massel, who joined the the delegates would like to know what the Federation said at the Club in the past few months, the Coljen run being his first. Clive meeting.” (with VicRoads) can’t attend meetings but he volunteered to run our Fed Square The full minutes can be read by interested Members. event. Suffice to say that without Clive’s efforts it would not be Bob Clark mentioned that a lively debate had taken place. happening. Thank you Clive”. 7.Cars & Parts for sale or wanted The Journal this month has a nomination form in it. Please consid- It was noted that Ralph Provan's 1932 Ford is listed in Just Cars. er what you can do for YOUR Club. We need a Secretary, an Activ- Free--1934 Chev Standard crown wheel and pinion. See Barry Smith. ities Co-ordinator, Editor and in 2015 will need a President. It’s CLASSIC & HISTORIC AUTOMOBILE CLUB of AUSTRALIA GENYOUR Club and it needs YOU. ERAL MEETING Cont. (ii)Vice President. Ray Griffin introduced John Mc Donald and Colin Watson from Brand new fender guards ( 2), $60.00 See Peter Cassar. the Police Air Wing, who are the guest speakers for this evening. 8.GENERAL BUSINESS CHACA Journal Page 14

Some discussion took place regarding the possible change of venue to the V D C rooms. Discussion centred around cost, also the size of the room needed, and that a more attractive ,larger premises may attract more members. Mr

The next Club meeting will be Thursday 3rd October at the VDC Rooms, Norcal Road Nunawading. Melway Ref. 48 G11 Churchill stated that the committee feels, it is worth while looking at the possibility of the V D C venue and is canvassing members' input. Our next meeting, will be held at the VDC Rooms on the 1st Thursday of October, not the Friday. The Raffle raised $71.00

Compliments John Baker

(More) Changes to our Club Calendar An asterisk (*) indicates a change has been made.

CALENDAR FOR 2013 *OCTOBER *NOVEMBER

*Sunday 27th.

Tri-Club Picnic, Ferny Creek Oval (CHACA).

*Wednesday 9th. Sunday 27th.

Lerderderg Gorge Bob Clark. Federation Square Display Day.

*Sunday 3rd.

Garage Crawl Bob Clark with Peter Hibbert.

* Sunday 17th.

Presentation Day/Annual Luncheon. Bookings

essential by 1st. November.

DECEMBER

*Sunday 8

CHACA Christmas with VDC @ Como Gardens

An Asterisk (*) indicates runs that score points towards a “Best Attendance Award”. These are mainly suggested runs with dates and venues to be confirmed.

Events & Swap Meets of Interest to Club members Sunday 6th October

Last of the Chrome Bumpers, Lardner Park

Sunday 6th October

Centenary Day of the Morris Car Show ‘n’ Shine, Caribbean Gardens Scoresby Gary Turner PH: (03) 5977 5686

Friday to Sunday 25th to 27th October

MotorClassica, Exhibition Building

Saturday 9th November

Watsonia Motor Show Linda Carroll PH: 0417 383 410

Saturday/Sunday 16/17 November

Bendigo Swap Meet

Sunday 24th November

Historic Commercial Vehicle Club of Australia, Sandown Racecourse 9am CHACA Journal Page 15

THE â&#x20AC;&#x153;DUNNYâ&#x20AC;? They were funny looking buildings, that were once a way of life,If you couldn't sprint the distance, then you really were in strife. They were nailed, they were wired, but were mostly falling down,There was one in every yard, in every house, in every town. They were given many names, some were even funny, But to most of us, we knew them as the outhouse or the dunny. I've seen some of them all gussied up, with painted doors and all, But it really made no difference, they were just a port of call. Now my old man would take a bet, he'd lay an even pound, That you wouldn't make the dunny with them turkeys hangin' round. They had so many uses, these buildings out the back," You could even hide from mother, so you wouldn't get the strap. That's why we had good cricketers, never mind the bumps, We used the pathway for the wicket and the dunny door for stumps. Now my old man would sit for hours, the smell would rot your socks, He read the daily back to front in that good old thunderbox. And if by chance that nature called sometime through the night, You always sent the dog in first, for there was no flamin' light. And the dunny seemed to be the place where crawlies liked to hide, But never ever showed themselves until you sat inside. There was no such thing as Sorbent, no tissues there at all, Just squares of well read newspaper, a hangin' on the wall. If you had some friendly neighbours, as neighbours sometimes are, You could sit and chat to them, if you left the door ajar.. When suddenly you got the urge, and down the track you fled, Then of course the magpies were there to peck you on your head. Then the time there was a wet, the rain it never stopped, If you had an urgent call, you ran between the drops. The dunny man came once a week, to these buildings out the back, And he would leave an extra can, if you left for him a zac. For those of you who've no idea what I mean by a zac, Then you're too young to have ever had, a dunny out the back. Thank you to Stan Miller for this poem.

I bought a Jeep! Yes I bought a Jeep. Yes, a Jeep!

Courtesy Peter Hibbert. CHACA Journal Page 16

AOMC DELEGATES MEETING 19 AUGUST SUMMARY Iain Ross, President, opened the meeting at 7.30 pm. There was one apology and no visitors. Iain reported that five new clubs had joined the AOMC and welcomed three new delegates. Iain advised that the Wade family of Gippsland, and long-time supporters of the AOMC, had recently experienced a drastic fire in their premises, during which a son had died. Iain had conveyed AOMC condolences to the family. Minutes of the last AOMC Delegates Meeting held on 20 May 2013 as reported in Issue 121 of the Newsletter were approved without change. There was no Business Arising. Iain reported on tonight’s Agenda Items as follows. 6.1 The proposed President's Summit was still being planned. 7. Correspondence. Iain reported that the bulk of correspondence involved routine queries about membership and AOMC accounts, all of which had been followed up Iain thanked the many clubs which had forwarded copies of letters sent to VicRoads supporting the AOMC's submission on the CPS. One letter opposed the AOMC proposals. Two other matters had been raised - the request to retain and use historic vehicle number plates was being considered but action was possible only after the police computers are upgraded. No early solution is expected. The other matter concerns a discussion paper issued by the Victorian Government on the application of current regulations about imported vehicles to historical and special vehicles. The AOMC is preparing a response. 8. Treasurer's Report. David Williamson advised that final reports for the financial year 2012-2013 were being prepared for approval in November, as required by the Department of Consumer Affairs. The figures to the end of June 2013 indicate AOMC assets of approximately $226,000 and that we have paid $6060 in taxation so far this year. There are no significant expenses in train at this time. The very successful major car shows in 2013 mean that the AOMC is currently in a very good position. Only three listed member clubs are currently not financial but nine new clubs have joined. These are mostly small clubs seeking access to the CPS scheme. David also indicated that he would be standing down as Treasurer at the 2013 AGM and invited anyone interested in becoming Treasurer to discuss the job with him. He reminded prospective Treasurers that the AOMC employs a bookkeeper to deal with all routine transactions and to assist the Treasurer. 9.GUEST SPEAKER (Bob Brewer from Carwood) Bob has been working on refurbishing interior woodwork in classic cars since 1986. His factory is located at 17B Elma Rd, Cheltenham 3192. ph 03 9553 0483. His website is www.webtrade.com.au/jags-r-us. He repairs damaged woodwork but also replaces original wood with burr walnut 'skins' on metal frames these days. Sunlight causes most of the damage and he has developed a range of glues, coatings and dyes to overcome most of the problems. Up to ten layers are needed at times. Some items have to be imported, such as the special 'hidden screws' used to join wooden frames. About 90% of the timber used is walnut, mainly in British cars. In American cars it is mostly painted metal, some with glued paper surfaces. He also runs a wedding car service using some of his seven Jaguars. They all have perfect refurbished woodwork! Delegates asked numerous questions and Iain Ross thanked Bob for his interesting talk before suspending the meeting for supper. 11.President's Report (available in the August 2013 Newsletter). Iain congratulated the Muscle Car fraternity on their recent excellent display at the Exhibition Building. Iain welcomed two new members to the AOMC Committee - Gary Turner (Morris Car Club) and Matthew Lambert (Rootes Group Car Club). The AOMC Committee is faced with the loss of a number of long-serving members at the AGM in November 2013 and needs more people to come forward, especially from American and Japanese Car Clubs. In negotiations with VicRoads the hobby vehicle movement needs one strong, comprehensive and realistic advocate to put its views and this should be the AOMC. Iain commended the Mustang Club on its recent car raffle for charity at the Muscle Car Show and the Volkswagon Club on its

restoring a car for a charity scheme as excellent examples of ways in which the movement can engage with society at large. 12. Club Permit Scheme. Rod Amos gave a detailed oral report and answered many questions from delegates. In summary the issues raised concerned VicRoads responses to the AOMC recommendations on modified vehicles, including the years for application of the various requirements for entry to the CPS. Safety on the road is the key concern and there is some evidence that VicRoads is beginning to understand the AOMC proposals for recognising the acceptance of relatively minor changes to a vehicle's specifications as an acceptance that such 'modifications' actually make old vehicles safer and more reliable. Again, there was some degree of support for using the date of 1930 as the changeover for recognising earlier vehicles as not being required to meet strict, general RWC standards. At July meeting (VicRoads, AOMC & Federation)VicRoads made some concessions to AOMC position. Trigger for mandatory safety upgrades (collapsible steering columns, etc) on pre 1949 vehicles to be changed to 60% power increase (raised from previous 20%) Have agreed on period categories: pre 1949, pre 1968 and post 1969 (when ADR’s were introduced.) Don’t intend new regulations to apply to cars already on the system. However, nothing is yet settled and the Federation continues to oppose any realistic attempts to accommodate the needs of hobby vehicle owners. The opposition from that quarter stems from personal posturing rather than failing to solve problems. The failure to act reasonably is discriminating against the genuine aspirations of members. These concerns were canvassed at length at the AOMC Seminar on 1 June 2013 and can be studied in the article by Rod Amos published in the August 2013 AOMC Newsletter on pages 17 to 19. 13. Historic Vehicle Events. The next AOMC sponsored show is the Shannon’s Aussie Car Show on 1 September 2013 at Flemington. Any vehicles manufactured in Australia. Flyers are available. See the AOMC website. Support needed from the Australian make car clubs. The Austin Seven Club is organising a Wings and Wheels Historic Car Sprint on the 14 and 15 September at Maryborough Aerodrome (ph 03 9827 8124 AH). On 6 October 2013 the Morris Car Club is organising a 'Show and Shine' at the Caribbean Gardens, Scoresby, Vic. Enquiries: Gary Turner 03 5977 5686 Motorclassica at the Exhibition Building, Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 October 2013. Check the AOMC Website for more details and other events. 14.Engine Number Records Report. Phillip Johnstone is on leave. There will be a four week delay on enquiries. 15.AHMF Report. Iain Ross confirmed his resignation as the President. There were no delegates from AOMC or Western Australia Council at the meeting in Canberra in August this year. 16. Delegates Reports. A number of events were advised. See Item 13 above and AOMC website. 17. General Business. Many delegates gave anecdotes about difficulties encountered renewing CPS permits and examples of attempts to short circuit and frustrate the scheme (not their club). Richard Snedden, 20 August 2013

Out bicycling one day with my eight-year-old granddaughter, Carolyn, I got a little wistful. “In ten years,” I said, “you'll want to be with your friends and you won't go walking, biking, and swimming with me like you do now. Carolyn shrugged. “In ten years you'll be too old to do all those things anyway.”

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Courtesy Peter Hibbert.

Ray Griffin and family with his first (and current) car, the well known 1934 Pontiac.

Ray bought it as a teenager and the car was originally red.

Kens Joke of the month: Two Irishmen are sitting in a pub, watching the Tour De France on TV. Seamus shakes his head and asks, “Why the hell do they do all that?” “Do what?” replies Mick. “Go on them bikes for miles and miles, killin’ themselves going up and down hills and round the bends, day after day, week after week. No matter if it’s icy, rainin’, snowin’, hailin’....Why would they torture themselves like that?” “It’s all for the prestige and the money, don’t ye know” says Mick. “Ye know the winner gets about half a million Euros?” “Sure, I understand that,” says Seamus, “but why do all the others do it?”.

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Tough times need tough actions.

INVITATION TO CLUBS:

Revised Company Policies:-

TO PENRITE TALKS Penrite Oil Company is Australia’s favourite oil supplier to the automotive industry, and is well-known for its in depth knowledge and technical support. Penrite is dedicated to ensuring that enthusiasts ‘are knowledgeable on using the right type of oils & lubricants for their pride & joys, and everyday vehicles. The Penrite Oil brand is unique in that the oils you use today have being predominately tested and developed using the motor vehicles and motorcycles that the company’s owners, the Dymond family own, drive, ride and race. Penrite Oil Company is based right across Australia and is equipped in every state to offer clubs a chance to visit its offices to learn more about oils and lubricants, but also to hear about the company history. Penrite staff can also attend your club meeting too. We are pleased to offer all interest clubs the opportunity to attend an evening at this facility where there will be talks on technical topics, and that on the ‘moving ‘collection too. Tuesdays and Thursday are the available times for clubs to book (except December & January, and subject to availability), and our facility can fit 50 guests comfortably, so multiple clubs can be fitted in at the same time. Penrite is also pleased to provide tea and coffee, and biscuits. A door prize will be offered to each club. Arrival time: 6:30pm To conclude by: 9:30pm To discuss your booking, please contact the National Event Manager, Charles Rogers at events@penriteoil.com or 03 9801 0877

Please Note! Our next General meeting will be at the VDC Clubrooms on Thursday 3rd. October at 8pm. Unit 8, 41-49 Norcal Road, Nunawading. Melways Ref. 48 G-11.

SICK DAYS: We will no longer accept a doctor statement as proof of sickness. If you are able to go to the doctor, you are able to come to work. SURGERY: Operations are now banned. As long as you are an employee here, you need all your organs. You should not consider removing anything. We hired you intact. To have something removed constitutes a breach of employment. PERSONAL DAYS: Each employee will receive 104 personal days a year. They are called Saturday and Sunday. VACATION DAYS: All employees will take their vacation at the same time every year. The vacation days are as follows: Jan. 1, January 26 & Dec. 25 BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: This is no excuse for missing work. There is nothing you can do for dead friends, relatives or co-workers. Every effort should be made to have non-employees attend to the arrangements. In rare cases where employee involvement is necessary, the funeral should be scheduled in the late afternoon. We will be glad to allow you to work through your lunch hour and subsequently leave one hour early, provided your share of the work is done. OUT FROM YOUR OWN DEATH: This will be accepted as an excuse. However, we require at least two weeks notice, as it is your duty to train your own replacement. Courtesy Peter Hibbert.

Hey! Car Buffs. Did You Know?

What was

A: Carroll

Ford's answer to the Chevy Corvette, and other legal street racers of the 1960's?

Shelby's Mustang GT350. Courtesy Tim Wise. CHACA Journal Page 19

Buy, Swap and Sell Advertisements in this column will appear for three consecutive months unless instructions to the contrary are received by the Editor. Victorian State laws require all advertisements for registered vehicles to display a Price and Registration Number, and for unregistered vehicles, the sale price together with the engine or VIN/Chassis number. Advertisements that do not comply with the above will not be listed, nor will it be the Editors responsibility to seek such information.

SELL: Two 6 cylinder side valve engines, one No. C10110670, the other has no engine number. They could be late 20’s – early thirties Willys’. $100.00 the pair. Phone Ray Griffin 03 5977 6649 WANTED: Corolla 1960’s Sun visor and Weather shield and Engine Splash Tray, Sun visor from 1970’s may fit. Also want running Corolla 1960’s to 1980’s with good engine. Bob Clark 03 9391 8327. (0513) WANTED: I have a Wanted Ad for The Journal : Metal external Sun Visor. Will consider Mesh type. Pair of Wheel "Spats" 4 Door Handle Scratch Plates Suitable for 1951 Plymouth 4 Door Reg Dunn 0439688229 (0812)

SALE: The car is 1934, 5 window coupe, one of five executive cars built from Geelong Ford Company. Rego number; 264290 VIN numb; C18XF43 Engine number; C18LF49AVR38392 Rego; expires 5th of November 2012 Price $70,000. Regards, Tim. 0408998051 thank you.

For Sale: Manuals Make

Model

Condition

Price

Ford

Falcon 1960 – 1962. Workshop Manual. Gen. Ford.

V Good

$20

Ford

Consul & Zephyr 1955. Workshop Manual. Non Gen.

Fair but complete

Ford

Consul, Zephyr Zodiac 1956 – 1962 Gen. Ford

Supplement. Good Cond.

$10

Ford

Zephyr Six Operating Instruction Book. Gen. Ford

Sept 1954. Good

Ford

Econovan Repair Manual. Gen. Ford

V Good

$20

Ford

Falcon, Fairlane, LTD. 1988 on. Gen. Ford

Excellent

$25

Ford

Automatic ATX Transaxle. ATRA Manual

V Good

$10

Ford

Truck Operators Manual. F100 to F600. Around early 50s

Excellent

Ford

Falcon XA – XB & Fairlane ZF – ZG. Workshop. SP Manuals

V Good

$10

Bedford

TA truck Shop Manual. Engine & Clutch only. Gen. Vauxhall

V Good

$10

Holden

HR Series Adjustment Guide. Gen. Holden.

Excellent

$10

Holden

FJ Owner’s Manual. Gen Holden

Fair to Good.

Morris

Oxford Series II Operating Manual. Gen. Morris

Faded Cover. Rest Good.

$10

Renault

16TS Driving & Maintenance Manual. 1969. Gen. Renault

Fair

Renault

16 – TS & TA. Workshop Manual.

Good

$10

Chrysler

H Series Valiant Service Manual. Gen. Chrysler

Excellent

$25

Standard

Vanguard Phase I Workshop Manual. Gen. Standard

Fair to good.

$20

Understanding Automotive Oscilloscope Patterns.

Good. Approx late 70’s

LA Due

Motor Tune up & Repair Ref. Manual. 1931 - 1935

Good.

Mackay

Silentruba Products Catalogue. 1952

Good

Free

Brian Garrett 94591779 0400166762 bjgarrett@optusnet.com.au CHACA Journal Page 20

Memo ; To all Clubs Vic Roads are experiencing delays in processing Club Permit Scheme renewals that are posted to their head office address. Delays are being caused by the current changes in staff arrangements, that will see a large reduction in Vic Roads staff numbers. It is believed that scheme participants that renew at their local Vic Roads office will not be affected by this delay. It is recommended that for the time being renewals should be forwarded in person to the branches rather than posted to Vic Roads headquarters. Regards Graeme Jones Office Admin Ph : 03 9555 0133 Mob : 0422 16 88 29 Email : aomc_sec_admin@bigpond.com

Please Note! Our next General meeting will be at the VDC Clubrooms on Thursday 3rd. October at 8pm. Unit 8, 41-49 Norcal Road, Nunawading. Melways Ref. 48 G-11.

Courtesy Neville Kunnel.

Colin and Jenny Woods

Factory 3/45 Kolora Road Heidelberg West, Victoria 3081 CHACA Journal Page 21