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Club Directory Management Committee President
Di Adamson Mobile: 0407 862 758 president@jdcsa.com.au
Vice President Julian Lugg Mobile: 0417 882 930 vicepresident@jdcsa.com.au
Treasurer
Tim White Mobile: 0419 809 021 treasurer@jdcsa.com.au
Secretary
Kathy Taylor Mobile: 0403371364 (Please call after 6.00pm weekdays or anytime on weekends) secretary@jdcsa.com.au
Editor Classic Marque Philip Prior Phone: (08) 8276 6136 Mobile: 0402 670 654 philipprior@bigpond.com
Membership Secretary Daphne Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 Mobile: 0404 999 200 membership@jdcsa.com.au
Events Coordinator Sue Harrison Phone: 088333 0057 Mobile: 0407 711 352 sue@theharrisons.id.au
Web Editor
Tom Herraman Mobile: 0423 214 644 info@jdcsa.com.au
Club Web Site www.jdcsa.com.au
Club Services
Register Secretaries
Technical Officer Geoff Mockford (08) 8362 5997 / 0438 768 770
Regalia David Bicknell
0411 066 225
Librarian Tom & Marj Brindle (08) 8387 0051
Log Books Kathy Taylor
0403371364
PO Box 6020 Halifax Street Adelaide SA 5000
MK 1, 2, S, 420 Tim White Mobile: 0419 809 021 casuti3@bigpond.com XJ, 420G, MKX Bob Charman Phone: (08) 8248 4111 charman@bigpond.net.au
Geoff Mockford
E-Type. F Type and Grand Tourer Alan Baker Mobile: 0429 097 729 etype@jdcsa.com.au
08 83625997 0438768770 Evan Spartalis 08 83628116 Onslow Billinghurst 08 83251971 Alan Baker 0429097729 Ron Palmer 0418855597 Robin Ide 0428816678 Malcolm Adamson 0418856731 Roger Adamson 0421052518 Bob Charman 08 82484111 0421482007 Tim White 0419809021 Peter Holland 08 82710048 Richard Shipman 0417843808 Noel Orford 08 82772717
Club Representatives Australian Council of Jaguar Clubs (ACJC) Peter Holland
0408 810 884
Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs (FHMC) Bob Lynch (MSCA) Barry Kitts
(08) 838 11705
(08) 8391 1759
AllTHE BritishBOTTOM Day Alan Bartram
Cover Story The all new Jaguar F-Pace is here! You can view and test drive this fantastic vehicle at Solitaire Jaguar 32 Belair Road Hawthorn SA 2
SS & Daimler Malcolm Adamson Phone: (08) 82783002 daimlerss@jdcsa.com.au
Inspectors—Historic Registration
Marque Sports Car Association Club Postal Address
XK, MK 7,8,9 Rob Loffler Mobile: 0428830416 rvloffler1@bigpond.com
Multi-Valve Ron Palmer Mobile: 0418 855 597 multivalve@jdcsa.com.au
Classic Marque Classic Marque is the official magazine of the Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia. The magazine is produced calendar monthly with the exception of January. The Deadline for all copy is the last Tuesday of each month. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject or modify content submitted for publication. The opinions/views expressed in published articles are wholly those of the respective authors, and are not necessarily those of Jaguar, the Editor, the Club, or the Members. Advertisers and sponsors who place advertisements in the magazine do so because they value their association with the JDCSA. Placement of these advertisements should not necessarily be taken to mean the club endorses
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Welcome to winter! It has hit with a bit of a shock. We returned from a week in Bali, where the temperature was 29 to 30 degrees each day then getting off the plane at 6.30am to freezing cold. I may be exaggerating a little bit. I am looking forward to taking the XK8 out for a run and turning on the heated seats. I will keep my report short with just a couple of important questions. The first is, have you bought your tickets to the JDCSA Annual Dinner to be held on 30th July at the Glenelg Golf Club. Come along and join us for a wonderful enjoyable evening of good food, great wine and fantastic company. Dancing is desirable but not compulsory. Tickets are $60 pp and available from Geoff & Marg Thomas, Bob and Daphne Charman.or Roz Holland The second is, have you considered putting your name forward for a role on our Executive Committee. Do not ask what JDCSA can do for you, but what can you do for JDCSA. I might have pinched that line from someone. Our guest speaker at the July meeting is Matthew Gibb from Detailology Carcare so hope to see you there.
Di Adamson
SA Jag Day on Sunday October 16, is also the JDCSA Annual Charity Day in support of the Salvation Army. Please Editor’s Note: THE BOTTOM LINE plan now to fill your boot with For those of us who own one of these magnificent non perishable food items. classics this is great news and well deserved. It should be noted that this valuation is based on a V12 version in the UK Market. However a rise of approximately 40% in XJC values has been evident in Australia in the last 12 months. 3
The Salvos will be there to collect from you as you enter Elder Park. Or you can make a cash donation on the day.
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Editor’s Burble Philip Prior It is a sad reflection on my social life, that I recently decided that if I gave up my position as Editor of Classic Marque I would probably be bored out of my mind and drive my wife crazy. So with this in mind I have decided to nominate again for the position. This should not deter others from also nominating and I would still like someone to put their hand up for the position of Assistant Editor to assist if and when I need it. This leads me to mention that in September all positions on the Executive Committee will be declared vacant. We need members to consider carefully their response to these positions both in terms of their own nomination and in terms of who they might nominate for these important positions for the new club year. Please see a list of positions to be filled and the nomination form on page 7. Nominations can be made up until the end of the General Meeting in September. Most social groups and voluntary clubs can struggle at times to find willing people to volunteer to do the things that must be done to keep the group functioning in a healthy and positive manner. The following little story has been shared before but it is time to share it again.
“This is a little story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and Nobody. There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody's job. Everybody thought that Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn't do it. It ended up that Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done.” So rather than sit back and assume that someone else will step up and volunteer for the many tasks that need to be done and the many positions that need to be filled to ensure the success of our great club, how about putting your hand up and having a go. Most clubs are like ours, full of ‘willing’ people, “those that are willing to get involved and those that are willing to sit back and let them” OK, so I feel better now having got that off my chest—how do you feel?
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Annual Dinner and Presentation Night Saturday July 30, 2016 6.30—7.00pm for pre dinner drinks Glenelg Golf Club James Melrose Drive, Novar Gardens Tickets $60.00 each Marg Thomas (08) 8374-3228 - Daf Charman (08) 8248-4111 Roz Holland (08) 08 82710048
Celebrating 80 Years — Jaguar SS 100 THE BOTTOM LINE JAGUAR LAND ROVER OPENS FACTORY IN BRAZIL
Itatiaia, Brazil - Jaguar Land Rover today opened its new R$750m (£240m) manufacturing facility and Education Business Partnership Centre in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 5
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Minutes of the General Meeting held on Tuesday 7th June. 2016 at the Police Club Minutes of Previous meeting approved. Apologies: Ray & Barb Offe, Gary Monrad & Oggi Stagonovic, Bill & Heather Jones, Brian & Sue Walker, Jack Richardson, John & Wendy Stanley, Claire Evans, Doug & Sue Harrison, Noel & Jo Orford. Guest Speaker: Debra from the Motor Sport Festival gave a very informative talk about this year’s event on the 19th and 20th of November. The Prima Tour will leave from Victoria Pk Race Course, onto Collingrove, then Maggie Beers for morning tea. Then to Pennies Hill for lunch before continuing on to Goolwa. Then back to Victoria Park. The cost is $595 per car. Welfare: Evan Spartalis’s daughter Simone is in the Royal Adelaide. The club wishes her a speedy recovery. General Business : It was noticed, a new Jaguar F Pace on display at the Burnside shopping Centre. President’s Report: Di asked the meeting to consider positions on the Executive Committee soon to be vacated :President, Secretary and Events Co coordinator. The day run to Carl Lindner’s was fantastic. 70 people attended and a great day was had by all. Please also consider helping out with the Jag Day committee. Vice President’s report: Looking for ideas for Jag Day at Elder Park re Entertainment and wet weather plans. Julian encourages all Jags of any condition to please come along and enjoy the day. More the merrier. Secretary: Log books etc are all coming in fine. Treasurer: All is OK on the finance department. A.C.J.C. : Peter reports the next meeting in 21st August. Looking for stories for the 50th year anniversary.
Editor: Phil apologised for the misprint in this month ’s magazine. It is June, not May. He is also getting good feedback, hence the four extra pages. Sporting: Barry Kitts advises next Super Sprint is on 19th June. Then July on the 17th it is the Jaguar Drivers Club’s turn to supply marshals. Membership: Daphne says everything going well at the moment. No new members. Library: Tom has plenty of new books. Regalia: David has new caps available. Winter stock in. Register Reports: XJ : Bob advised of tomorrow night’s meeting with Grace Bawden attending. Tenefeate Winery luncheon on Sunday the 19th June, meeting at 9.15am at the Caltex Garage Pooraka. Compact: Next meeting at Tim and Sue Clarke’s 14/6/16 XK 7,8,&9: Border run on the 7,8,and 9th October. E,F & GT: Next meeting 16th June Venue TBA. SS: N.T.R. Multi Valve: Ron reports next meeting at Doug and Sue Harrisons. Roland Donders is putting together a week end on the River 17- 19th September. Flyers available tonight. Any Other Business Club dinner tickets for the Glenelg Golf Club are now available from Daphne,Margaret or Geoffrey. Geoff and Dane have entered their Volvo in next year’s Shit Box Rally. This years rally raised 1.5million dollars for the Heart Foundation. Next year is from Adelaide to Cairns. The boys are looking for sponsorship. 2017 XJC Tour: Phil tells us the dates are 21st – 29th March, 2017. Everyone is welcome to take part and can join or leave at any point of the rally.See Phil Prior for details President Di, thanks all for attending this evening and also thanked the XJ Register for Supper and minutes.
NOTICE is hereby given of:
Proposed Changes to the Club’s Constitution We are therefore proposing to amend our Constitution by expanding the definition of Family Members to A key issue for the Club going forward is the need to include ANY immediate family members in lieu of just be more inclusive with the family unit as part of our one person as is states currently. Your Executive day-to-day thinking/operation/runs etc. In addition to Committee unanimously recommend the change. this we must encourage younger members (i.e. 16 30 yo) to the club to stimulate new ideas and long term Clause 6 [a] [ii] would then read: have a constant flow of committee replacements Family Members: Nominated members of the (succession planning). immediate family of the Full Member; who have the same rights and privileges as a Full Member. What better way to ensure that our existing family members are encouraged to participate is to The current Constitution can be found on our website. encourage a family orientated culture. As you can see under the Constitution we are required to give 21 days notice in the Classic Marque. This THE BOTTOM LINE Also, this change makes it absolutely clear at joining means that this change will be voted on at the August or renewal time who the family member(s) are. For 2016 General Meeting. Conditional Registration our records must be absolutely clear who the recognised full and family Should anyone like further information please contact member is where joint ownership is shown on the your Register Secretary or any Committee Member. registration paper for the vehicle, and it is a Proposed by Tim White requirement that both joint owners are recognised Seconded by Di Adamson constitutionally as being a full member in terms of rights and privileges.
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NOTICE of the JDCSA AGM 2016 Nominations are called for all positions listed below. Nominations will close at the conclusion of the monthly meeting Sept. 6th 2016 and must be in writing and signed by the nominator, seconder and nominee. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Vice president Secretary Treasurer Membership Secretary Editor Classic Marque Events Coordinator CLUB SERVICES (Committee Appointments) Technical Officer Librarian Regalia Log Books Vehicle Inspectors Technical Officer All British Day Representative. ACJC Representative FHMC Representative MSCA Representative REGISTER SECRETARIES Register Secretaries will be elected by the Registers and are members of the Executive Committee
JDCSA Annual General Meeting Tuesday September 6th 2016
NOMINATION FORM As a financial member of the JDCSA I wish to submit the following nomination. Position: _______________________________________________________ Name of Nominee: _______________________________________________
Signature of Nominee: ____________________________________________
Name of Nominator: ______________________________________________
Signature of Nominator: ___________________________________________
Name of Seconder: _______________________________________________
Signature of Seconder: ____________________________________________ This form should be completed and handed to the club secretary prior to the commencement of the AGM.
Proposed changes to be voted on by members present at the August 2016 General Meeting CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT (2)
account(s) of the Club. [b] No withdrawal shall be made from, and no A further amendment that has been approved by your cheques shall be drawn on, any bank account in the Executive Committee for tabling at a general meeting name of the Club unless the withdrawal form, cheques relates to Clause 20 (a) and (b). The current or electronic transfer is signed or password-activated, constitution does not allow for electronic payments for as appropriate, by any two of the persons appointed accounts and we believe this new clause will allow for by theCommittee for such purposes. All extraordinary us to implement this facility. and capital expenditure must be ratified by the In addition, the Committee should also have the Committee. flexibility to authorise 3 or 4 non-related committee The current Constitution can be found on our website. members each year to sign accounts. Sometimes two As you can see under the Constitution we are required of the three may be related and this should not to giveLINE 21 days notice in the Classic Marque. This happen. THE BOTTOM means that this change will be voted on at the August Clauses 20 [a] & [b] would then read: 2016 General Meeting. [a] The Club shall open and keep at least one Should anyone like further information please contact banking account with such bank/credit union or banks/ your Register Secretary or any Committee Member credit union’s as the Committee may from time to time Proposed by Tim White determine, and all monies belonging to the Club shall, as soon as practicable after the same shall be Seconded by Di Adamson received, be paid and deposited to the credit of the 7
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Register Minutes
SS, Mk 1V & Mk V REGISTER MINUTES OF MEETING: Held at the home of John & Jenny Lewis Wednesday 25th May 2016 The Minutes of 27th April 2016 were accepted as being a true record of the meeting.. PRESENT: Bruce Fletcher, John Lewis, Ross Rasmus, Brenton Hobbs, Malcolm Adamson, Bob Kretschmer, Des Brown, Bob Lynch, Malcolm Adamson, APOLOGIES: Les Stewart, Ross Gogler, Bill Everett, David Adamson. 1. COMBINED STATES BORDER RUN 2016 No. 42 to ORANGE: 16th –19 September. Jim & Lorraine Temby have withdrawn, leaving only 6 members in the combined Team. Bob K has reserved overnight accommodation atGoing over - Mildura & West Wyalong, Rerturning - Goolgowi & Renmark. The Mildura Club has not yet responded to email contact, Bob will now try telephone. Bob will issue more detailed info direct to members for them to specifically book their room, ie; motel, person handling the project, contact Nos. etc next week plus daily travel distances. 2. GENERAL BUSINESS: 1. Bob Lynch entertained us at Show & Tell by pulling 2 rabbits out of his old shopping bag* New powerful engine battery Jump-Lead Kit but having a very small battery which includes emergency lights & USB points. The lithium Polymer unit has capacity for 20 engine starts, comes in a small tidy case & is available on EBay for $ 92. Every car should have one.
If you thought that was smart, try Bob’s very own latest contribution to automotive engineering* A home-made device for detecting engine gas leaks & smoke without mirrorsThe main metal pressure canister (tin can) has lots of hoses emanating from a domestic gas regulator. He developed the Henry Hoke style device after experiencing problems with Judy’s Porsche Bob claims it can diagnose leaks from vacuum tubes, manifolds & fuel injectors. He is considering applying for a Patent. 2. John Lewis & Bruce Fletcher entertained us further by relating recent tales of woe concerning frustrating problems with their cars, mostly involving electronic components. Factors included incorrect diagnosis by auto electricians & an RAA mechanic. 3. Jack Richardson admitted doing some silly things with the radio in his Daimler. 4. Bob Lynch also admitted to having locked himself in his caravan during the recent JDC caravan excursion. 3. JDCSA: Malcolm Adamson mentioned the following mattersAGM, nominations for several Committee positions are required. Visit to the Humphry Pump in November at Mannum Bob K to send copy of our minutes to Events Coordinator Sue Harrison Whyalla Show Committee seeking support from our Club with cars, check date with Jag Day! See also the CM for details. 4. TECHNICAL & PARTS: Jack Richardson seeks advice re availability of Furflex. 5. SS REGISTER MEETING DATES: Last Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm (Alt. north, south, central) June 29 Brenton Hobbs July 27 Ross Rasmus August 31 Bob Lynch September Border Run, no meeting October 26 Jack Richardson November 30 Des Brown December No meeting Meeting closed at 8.30 pm. Thank you John & Jenny for hosting the meeting & supper.
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Register Minutes Minute Distribution: Email; Bruce Fletcher, Philip Prior, Ross Rasmus, John Lewis, Ross Gogler, Malcolm Adamson, Brenton Hobbs, Jack Richardson, Des Brown, Rosemary Hill-Ling, Bob Lynch, Bob Kretschmer, David Adamson, Bill Everett, Sue Harrison. Post; Margaret Evans. Bob Kretschmer PS: I have 2 boxes of car magazines from Rosemary Hill-Ling. I will sort them & advise soon in case some one would like to read them.
COMPACT REGISTER MINUTES Tuesday 14th June 2016 Welcome: Margaret & Geoff Thomas, Cheryl & Ian Pascoe, Ros & Peter Holland, Sue & Tim White, Sue & Phil Prior, David Rogers, Colin Haese, Tom Brindle Apologies: Jo & Noel Orford, Carol & David Davidson, Marjorie Brindle, Margaret Haese, Judy & Doug Tilley, Allan Carthew, Margaret Piper & Bill Browne, Heather & Bill Jones, Margaret & Dave Bicknell Outstanding Items from Last Meeting: Review of Picnic Meeting that was enjoyed. Only 1 person from Northern suburbs attended (Peter & Wilma) Events SA Jag Day – 16th October, Elder Park (pre cursor to the JNR in Adelaide – seeking committee members. Bay to Birdwood Vintage – 25/9/2016 National Rally 2018 - Di Adamson Convenor. Now looking for Organising Committee members. Next meeting Friday 24th June Annual JDCSA Dinner on 30th July. Humphrey Pump 30th Celebrations on October long weekend 2016 Compact Register Runs 2017 – proposing run to Cobdogla and the Humphrey Pump on weekend 21/5/2017. Ventilation & Air Quality almost completed Adelaide Oval Tour in 2017 (subject to events) Organised run to & from National Rally to Port Stephens in 2017
Ian – Champagne Tray falling down has been fixed by Bill Jones Peter – Sold Bristol 400 and will work on Bentley MkVI radiator David – Head gasket leaking so that now fixed and rebuild front end bushes etc and rebuilt carbies Colin – finally had to replace 2008 battery! Tom & Tim - NTR Other Business The August meeting to be held at a Hotel near the CBD on Tuesday 9th August at 6.30pm for a dinner meeting Phil still looking for an assistant editor NOTE: Compact Meeting hosting August General Meeting at Police Club Next Meetings Tuesday 9th August – at a Venue TBA November (Xmas Meeting) – Clayton – Margaret & Dave Bicknell’s Thank you to Sue & Tim for for hosting the meeting at their home
Car Talk Phil – Daimler 2 Dr inside fans have stopped plus cold start annoying; both to be looked at. Selling Calais and has bought BMW 2008 650i Coupe
THE BOTTOM LINE Andy Murray beaten by John McEnroe (with a little help from Jaguar) The Dunblane tennis star was defeated by John McEnroe, who turned out to be his fastest opponent yet.
Murray took on a 200mph Jaguar F-Type SVR at Thruxton Motorsports Centre in an unusual test of skill, attempting to hit a target attached to the
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Register Minutes Minutes of XK, Mk 7, 8, 9 Register for June 2016 Apologies; Ossie & Rayeena Petrucco,Robin & Deidre Ide,Steve & Val Weeks, Dave & Sally Burton,Peter & Ros Holland, John & Lindsey Williams,Moria Lugg, Carla Smith. Present; Rob & Vicki Loffler,Onslow & Wendy Billinghurst,Julian Lugg,Peter & Judy Goodale,Richard Smith. Welfare; Giff Chapman Died in February, Cara Smith is unwell more news to follow the register has sent flowers, New member Peter Sutherland is in Hospital in very serious condition. General Business; Port river Dolphin Cruise $20 per head Rod & Peggy are to attend. Border Run all in hand, Julian has done a scouting drive for the Saturday Log Books must be done before the end of this month Jag Dinner 30/7/16 trying to get a table together SA Jag Day 16/10/16, Elder Park National Rally 2017, Port Stephens NSW Canberra XK Classic in Dec some discussion re trailer the cars over as it could be very warm that time of year British motor museum featuring many of the classic jaguars is now open Car Talk. Onslow NTR Julian, fixed a timing issue Peter has rebuilt 7 wire wheels Richard broke a camshaft with head damage to XK120 Rob repainted the sill panel on the XK120 Next Meeting Robin Ides July 20th
Apologies Betty Moore, Sue Prior, Andrew & Simone Tessari, Darryl Leyton, Evan & Andrea Spartalis, Pete & Ros Holland, Paul & Janice Moore, John Best, Ron & Rosie Bailey, Robin & Roseanne Bullock, John & Claire Evans, Louis Marafiotti, Ray & Barb Offe, Noel & Carmel Trew. Visitors The Register welcomed Ron, John and Liz Beevor to our meeting. Special Guest The Register is extremely privileged to have Adelaide’s Operatic Singing sensation GRACE BAWDEN, here to entertain us tonight. We are also pleased to have with us her mother, Matilda Previous Minutes Approved General Business June. Day trip to Tenefeate winery. Sunday the 19th of June. $30 head. Meeting at Caltex garage, Bolivar at 9.15am July. Port River cruise. Date set Sunday 24th July. $20 head. Includes lunch. August 19th – 21st. Week end trip to Halls Gap. Numbers looking very poor. Annual Jaguar Club Dinner at the Glenelg Golf Course – Tickets available. Jag Day – Elder Park discussed.
Car Talk Will Vanderwerf Needed new oil pressure sender unit. Part available in Melbourne for approx. $90. Had part delivered to his home from the manufacturer in the U.S. for $40. Special Event Car talk was cut short as we were to be amazed at the singing talents of Grace Bawden. Grace sang several popular songs, before teaming up with one of Adelaide’s up and coming talents, Robere de Charmonde. They sang a wonderful rendition of ‘I could have danced all night’, from My Fair Lady. She then did the same song but with the Register joining in with her, so when she’s appearing at Covent Garden in London, our Register will be able to say, “I sang with her.” Grace and Matilda then joined us for a wonderful supper, where we passed the hat around to support her. Grace was almost speechless when we handed her an envelope with $580 to help her further her career in Italy. Meeting closed at 8.00pm.
Minutes of the XJ, Mk 10 & 420G Register Meeting held at Shannon’s, South Rd, Clarence THE BOTTOM Gardens on 8th June, 2016. Present Ben Adler, Steve Arthur & Frances Grilli, Steve Attard, David Bicknell, George Calvert, Bob & Daphne Charman, Jeannie De Young, Fay Leyton, Chris Michael, Gary Monrad & Oggi Stojanovich, Graeme Moore, Trevor Norley, Borys Potiuch, Phil Prior, Jim Tucker Merv Tucker, Will Vanderwerf. 10
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A Jaguar F-Pace falls over at Goodwood Festival of Speed
A professional stunt driver has been left red-faced after a stunt in front of thousands of people at the Goodwood Festival of Speed went wrong – leaving a Jaguar F-Pace sitting on its side. Details are sketchy, but it’s thought the Jaguar F-Pace was being driven on two wheels up the hill at low speed before the driver lost balance and the SUV tumbled over. Behind the wheel was professional stunt driver Terry Grant – the man previously responsible for breaking a Guinness World Record when the F-Pace was first revealed last year.
DRIVE YOUR HISTORIC CAR DAY THURSDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER 2016 The JDCSA has been invited to join a run organised by members of the Armstrong Siddeley Club to be held on the above date. This is an annual event that welcomes in the first day of spring and has been enjoyed by a number of our members in previous years. Please find below the invitation. “Meet at the Bakehouse on Magill, 587 Magill Road, just past bus stop 18 at 10.30 am for coffee before an 11.00 am start. There will be one of David’s lovely Hills Runs before lunch at the Old Spot Hotel, Salisbury heights. Please contact David (8281 7878) or Guli (8271 0992) if you are coming, to confirm lunch bookings” If you prefer please let me know on 8271 0048 or pholland@senet.com.au I will pass the information on to the organisors. Looking forward to seeing you.
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To join in please ring Roland or Elly Donders on 0407792303 or 85691607 Saturday September 17 9.30am Departing Adelaide travel in convoy via SE freeway to Hahndorf, 10.15am visit Heysen’s Gallery “The Cedars” 11.45am travel to Barristers Block winery Woodside for a light lunch and perhaps sample some wines. 2.00pm travel via Mt Torrens and Tunkillo to Mannum. 2.45pm visit the steam power and blacksmith display at Mannum Dock museum. A guide will show us around. then spend some time in the main street of Mannum, check out the Butter factory (antiques etc.) 4.30pm check in Mannum motel for 2 nights. 6.30pm Dinner at the Mannum community club
Sunday September 18 10.00am depart Motel to Walker Flat after a short river cruise (ferry crossing) visit the lookout at the top of the hill then on to Swan Reach
to visit the Museum 12.30pm Lunch overlooking the mighty Murray at the Swan reach hotel. 2.15pm visit an Almond grove and Yabby farm, where we get to learn all about this little creature Girls bring your purses, as they also have a collection of souvenirs and locally made chocolate coated almonds and dried apricots. 3.15pm Returning via Bowhill and the scenic route through Young Husband back to Mannum. 6.30pm pre dinner drinks and dinner at the motel. Monday September 19 9.30am Check out from the motel. 10.00am visit the Bob Holland’s vintage speedway car display. 11.30am we go to the Mannum wharf to board the Jester for a 2 hour cruise and light lunch. 2.00pm we depart for home via Monarto and the SE freeway
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The XJ Register was hosted by David and Margaret Bicknell at Clayton Bay. David demonstrated his Pizza making skills.
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Club Notices GENERAL MEETING ROSTER 2016 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register Multivalve Register XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register SS & Daimler Register XJ, MK10 & 420G Register E-Type F-Type & Grand Tourer Register Mk1, 2, 420 & S Type (Compact) Register Multivalve Register XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register SS & Daimler Register Special Christmas Meeting arranged by the XJ, MK10 & 420G Register
Duty Register is required to arrive at 7pm and ensure the room is ready for 7.30pm
Register Meetings are held as follows: Mk 1,2 & 420 & S Type (Compact) -
Second Tuesday of every even calendar month
E-Type, F-Type & Grand Tourer Third Thursday of each month
Multivalve (Modern) -
Fourth Tuesday of each odd calendar month.
Each Register is responsible for the supply of milk and a light supper. If a register is unable to provide supper, please contact the President or Secretary so other arrangements can be made.
APPLICATIONS The following applications for membership have been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are listed in accordance with clause 6 (B-C) of the Constitution. If there are no objections, membership will be ratified one month from this July 2016 issue of the Classic Marque: Richard Dyson-Harvey 1977 Jaguar XJS 5.3L Coupe & 1956 Jaguar MK 7 3.8L Saloon Tyson Gilbert 1988 Jaguar XJ40 3.6L Sedan The following applications listed in the May 2016 Classic Marque magazine have been accepted: Gregg Howard 1976 Jaguar XJ6 4.2L Sedan Frank & Nadia Pavato 1967 Jaguar S-Type Sedan Michael & Karin Agostino 1968 Jaguar S-Type Sedan Allan Finnie & Denise Langton 2005 Jaguar S-Type 4.2L Gary Monrad & Oggi Stojanovich 1972 Jaguar XJ6 4.2L
SS & Daimler -
Last Wednesday of each month
XJ, Mk 10 & 420G -
Second Wednesday of each month
Paul & Julia Harrland 1969 Jaguar E-Type 4.2L Roadster
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We hope you will take advantage of the benefits available, and that you will contribute in your own way to make this a better club for everyone. I particularly ask that Register Secretaries and current members make these new members welcome at meetings and functions. Daphne Charman Membership Secretary.
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Third Wednesday of each month
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Club Calendar Tuesday 5 7.30pm Wednesday 13 7.30pm
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Malalla MSCA Super Sprints Round 3 JDCSA ROSTERED DAY for Marshalling
Tuesday 19 7.00pm
Executive Committee Meeting—VIP Building, Sir Donald Bradman Drive
Thursday 21 7.30pm
XK, MK VII, VIII & IX Register Meeting– Contact: Rob Loffler M: 0428830416 E: rvloffler1@bigpond.com E Type, F Type & GT Register Meeting Contact: Alan Baker M: 0429 097 729 E: etype@jdcsa.com.au
Sunday 24
XJ, Mk 10 and 420G Register—Port River Cruise Contact: Bob Charman P: (08) 8248 4111 E: charman@bigpond.net.au
Tuesday 26
Multivalve Register Meeting Contact: Ron Palmer M: 0418 855 597 E: multivalve@jdcsa.com.au
Tuesday 26
Deadline for all copy for Classic Marque Editor: Philip Prior M: 0402670654 E: philipprior@bigpond.com
Tuesday 27
SS and Daimler Register Meeting Contact: Malcolm Adamson P: (08) 82783002 E: daimlerss@jdcsa.com.au
Tuesday 2 7.30pm
JDCSA General Meeting—Police Association Building
Tuesday 9 7.30pm
Compact Register Meeting - To be held at Tim and Sue White’s home. 5 Rangeview Rise, Aberfoyle Park. Contact: Tim White M: 0419 809 021
Wednesday 10 7.30pm
XJ, Mk 10 and 420G Register Meeting—Shannons Rooms, South Road Clarence Park SA. Contact: Bob Charman P: (08) 8248 4111 E: charman@bigpond.net.au
Tuesday 16 7.00pm
Executive Committee Meeting—VIP Building, Sir Donald Bradman Drive
Wednesday 17 Thursday 18 7.30pm August 19—21 Tuesday 30 Wednesday 31
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XJ, Mk 10 and 420G Register Meeting—Shannons Rooms, South Road Clarence Park SA. Contact: Bob Charman P: (08) 8248 4111 E: charman@bigpond.net.au
Sunday 17
Wednesday 20 7.30pm
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JDCSA General Meeting—Police Association Building Carrington Street Adelaide.
Carrington Street Adelaide.
XK, MK VII, VIII & IX Register Meeting Contact: Rob Loffler M: 0428830416 E: rvloffler1@bigpond.com E Type, F Type & GT Register Meeting Contact: Alan Baker M: 0429 097 729 E: etype@jdcsa.com.au
THERun BOTTOM XJ Register to Halls GapLINE (TBConfirmed) Contact: Bob Charman P: (08) 8248 4111 E: charman@bigpond.net.au Deadline for all copy for Classic Marque Editor: Philip Prior M: 0402670654 E: philipprior@bigpond.com SS and Daimler Register Meeting Contact: Malcolm Adamson P: (08) 82783002 E: daimlerss@jdcsa.com.au
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TECH FILE FUEL NEWS
Petrol Life in Fuel Tanks INTRODUCTION Petrol is a mixture of many components with different properties that contribute to the performance of the fuel. When petrol is left out in an open container exposed to the air it will in time completely evaporate. As it evaporates the composition and properties will change because different components evaporate at different rates. This is a normal feature of petrol and the same process takes place in equipment fuel tanks. Where petrol is kept for more than a week in equipment tanks then it can become stale and it is better to add fresh fuel before using. Examples are classic, veteran and vintage cars and bikes, racing cars and bikes, drag cars, boats, dual fuel vehicles, lawn mowers etc. Generally petrol will last in equipment fuel tanks for about 3 weeks at a temperature of around 20 deg C, after that it will perform better when fresh petrol is added. Petrol will last in sealed containers for more than 6 months, while some breathing will take place this is not enough to significantly affect product quality. In underground storage tanks the rate of replenishment prevents the fuel from becoming stale
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can result in detonation and pre ignition at high speed resulting in piston damage. The remaining components that have not evaporated are high octane and octane can actually increase with time but this octane is not available for high revving conditions. Gum and Peroxide formation With long storage periods, especially in the presence of hot weather or engine heat the petrol can oxidize to form peroxides. These compounds can attack rubber and metal, stripping away the liner on fuel lines or copper from fuel pumps and attacking rubber hoses. These normally take a few months to form in sufficient quantity to cause a problem. This process is faster if Ultra Violet light can get to the petrol.
IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION ON PETROL PROPERTIES Volatility restrictions Current State EPA legislation restricts petrol volatility in the summer period, generally November to March. In that period petrol will have less volatile components than at other times, generally the summer volatility of petrol is 30% lower than the winter volatility which means that the loss of lighter components in summer can be quicker. However this is not usually an issue due to higher temperatures but can create problems in autumn if the summer fuel is held over. To avoid this fresh fuel should always be used in the April May period.
Loss of light components – impact on mixture The light components in petrol are lost first as the petrol sits in the fuel tanks. These components provide valuable octane benefits during cold start. Because they are volatile they compose most of the air fuel mixture during cold start, if they are absent then the mixture becomes lean resulting in higher temperatures, pre ignition, detonation and piston damage. This is generally the cause of piston damage in high revving engines used in boats MAINTAINING FUEL IN EQUIPMENT TANKS and small engines such as chain saws etc. It is not possible to provide a foolproof strategy for engines The portion of the petrol that remains has a higher that are used only intermittently, however the following density and higher octane but this is not available during principles help. cold start resulting in hard starting. Because the fuel 1) Always add some fresh fuel when the equipment is to be carburetors and injectors operate on a volume metering used if it has not been used for more than a week. This will system the higher density means that more fuel is provide additional volatile components and protect from cold introduced for a given volume of air and so the air fuel start high revving detonation and piston damage. ratio is fuel rich. If all the fuel cannot be burnt then it 2) Always keep the tank half full to stop water vapour from forms carbon deposits that will foul the spark plug and being sucked THE BOTTOM LINEin and condensing. cause the engine to stop and not start. This is generally 3) Use a fuel that contains anti oxidants, metal deactivators the cause of problems in classic cars where the engine and corrosion inhibitors to protect metal surfaces such as stumbles and hesitates or cuts out. BP Ultimate Loss of light components – impact on octane 4) Using a hotter spark plug will help to reduce carbon deposits The light components in petrol are lost first as the petrol sits in the fuel tanks. These components provide valuable Petrol life in vehicle fuel tanks octane benefits under high revving conditions such as BP Australia Limited cold start acceleration and the loss of these components 20
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The Cat’s Whiskers Family Court Ruling from South Australia
A seven year old boy was at the centre of a courtroom drama yesterday when he challenged a court ruling over who should have custody of him. The boy has a history of being beaten by his parents and the judge initially awarded custody to his aunt, in keeping with the child custody law and regulations requiring that family unity be maintained to the degree possible. The boy surprised the court when he proclaimed that his aunt beat him more than his parents and he adamantly refused to live with her. When the judge suggested that he live with his grandparents, the boy cried out that they also beat him. After considering the remainder of the immediate family and learning that domestic violence was apparently a way of life among them, the judge took the unprecedented step of allowing the boy to propose who should have custody of him. After two recesses to check legal references and confer with child welfare officials, the judge granted temporary custody to the Port Adelaide Football Team , whom the boy firmly believes are not capable of beating anyone. —————————————————————-
After everyone on earth was dead and waiting to enter Heaven, God appeared and said, "I want the men to make two lines. One line for the men who were true heads of their household, and the other line for those who were dominated by their women. I want all the women to report to St. Peter." Soon, the women were gone, and there were two lines of men. The line of the men who were dominated by their wives was 1000 km long, and in the line of men who truly were heads of their household, there was only one man.
A man and a woman had been married for more than 60 years. They had shared everything. They had kept no secrets from each other except that the little old woman had a shoe box in the top of her closet that she had cautioned her husband never to open or ask her about. For all of these years, he had never thought about the box, but one day the little old woman got very sick and the doctor said she would not recover. In trying to sort out their affairs, the little old man took down the shoe box and took it to his wife’s bedside. She agreed that it was time that he should know what was in the box. When he opened it, he found two crocheted dolls and a stack of money totaling $95,000. He asked her about the contents. “When we were to be married,” she said, “my grandmother told me the secret of a happy marriage was to never argue. She told me that if I ever got angry with you, I should just keep quiet and crochet a doll. The little old man was so moved; he had to fight back tears. Only two precious dolls were in the box. She had only been angry with him two times in all those years of living and loving. He almost burst with happiness. “Honey,” he said “that explains the dolls, but what about all of this money? Where did it come from?” “Oh, that?” she said. “That’s the money I made from selling the dolls.”
God said to the long line, "You men should be ashamed of yourselves;I created you to be the head of your household. You have been disobedient and have not fulfilled your purpose. Of all of you, only one obeyed. Learn from him." God turned to the one man, "How did you manage to be the only one in this line?" The man replied, "My wife told me to stand here."
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NEW JAGUAR F-TYPE SVR UNLEASHED AT THE WORLD FAMOUS NURBURGRING JUNE 22, 2016 This exciting new offer gives visitors and fans the opportunity to experience the thrill of Jaguar’s fastest-ever series production car from the passenger seat on the circuit famed as the ‘Green Hell’. Customers booking their place for a flying lap in the F-TYPE SVR will be amongst the first to experience its power, speed and enhanced dynamics package around the 12.94-mile (20.83km) Nordschleife circuit. The F-TYPE SVR has been developed by Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations as the ultimate all-weather supercar and is the pinnacle of the successful F-TYPE range. The Jaguar FTYPE SVR coupé is powered by a supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine that develops 575PS and 700Nm of torque and accelerates from 0-60mph in just 3.5 seconds.
the unique F-TYPE SVR to Mirco Markfort, CEO Chief Executive Officer, Capricorn, Nürburgring Gmbh this weekend. Mark Stanton said: “The weather at the Nürburgring is famed for being unpredictable and the new Jaguar F-TYPE SVR is the perfect car to tackle the undulating track in variable conditions. Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division has engineered the F-TYPE SVR to be lighter, faster and more powerful while still remaining a usable supercar every day. The Nordschleife is a fantastic circuit on which to experience all of the engineering enhancements my team has applied to the F-TYPE SVR.”
Also present at the ceremony were Phil Talboys, Jaguar Land Rover European Engineering Operations Manager, and former Formula One racing driver Christian Danner. Danner, who also leads Jaguar Land Rover’s Driving Academy Team in Germany, said: “The enhanced aerodynamics package, uprated chassis and custom transmission calibration makes the FTYPE SVR one of the best cars to take passengers around this challenging track and experience up to 200mph along the Döttinger Höhe straight.”
Before each passenger ride begins, all Co-Pilots are equipped with a race suit and helmet plus HANS (Head and Neck Support) system to ensure maximum safety out on the track. To capture the memorable experience, on-board cameras are mounted inside the F-TYPE SVR so that passengers can relive the excitement of their adventure at the Nordschleife circuit. THE BOTTOM LINE Passenger laps in the unique Jaguar F-TYPE Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations SVR are available for 16 consecutive weekends department has fitted the F-TYPE SVR with a roll from now until the end of October. The price for cage, Recaro Racing seats, race harnesses for the 30-minute passenger thrill ride is €295 per occupant safety and an unmistakable bespoke person and can be booked at www.nuerburgringlivery on bright Firesand Orange metallic paint. shop.de. Mark Stanton, Director of Jaguar Land Rover JAGUAR NEWSROOM Special Vehicle Operations, presented the keys to 22
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