October - December 2021
Oregon Mini Society Pages Brought to you by Jet Motors, Mini Mania, MINI of Portland, 7 Mini Parts, Kings Cross Automotive & Hagerty
Merry Christmas & H a p py H ol i d ays ! PRESIDENT
Eric Newland eric@hybridmoon.com
vice president Joe Munsch jmunsch@slvsoft.com
membership Rowland Cheeks rcheeks@mac.com
Treasurer
Mark Hull markhull@clackamas.edu
Historian Open Position
Yes, our Christmas Holiday edition is back and many Holiday Celebration ‘21 at their beautiful home. More details next issue!
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Mark your calendars now!
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16 MEMBERSHIP UPDATE
Slalom results, Mini Meet West, and the amazing Jet BBQ/Taco feed.
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Your editor in the Mini vs. Mustang race a few weeks ago at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca (above)
Seven Mini Parts - page 9
We welcome new members, thank Karen McCune for her years of service, and welcome her replacement
20 44th ALL BRITISH FIELD MEET OMS member cars shine
Our January-February
Randy Unsbee randy@sponsorpr.com
Hagerty - page 25
Mini enthusiasts from three states gather in Utah
into the Holiday season. This issue covers the All British
EDITOR
Mini Mania - page 18
10 Mini Meet in the Park
The club has had a busy late Summer and Fall heading
Choice Awards
Jet Motors BBQ
The annual BBQ becomes a Taco Affair!
year!
Nicholas Coker geminate@me.com
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make OMS Society Pages happen throughout the
Field Meet, People’s,
FROM THE DESK OF El PRESIDENTE
Looking back on 2021 and ahead to the New Year
7 Mini Parts, Kings Cross Automotive & Hagerty. They
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JET Motors - page 16
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Thanks again to Jet Motors, Mini Mania, MINI of Portland,
Brian & Lynn Copeland bcopeland8667@msn.com
Kings Cross Automotive - page 15
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Editor of OMS Pages
thanks to Roger and Chris Wooley for hosting the OMS
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ADVERTISER INDEX
contents 2 FROM THE EDITOR
by R a n dy U n s bee
issue will reintroduce
26 GIANT SLALOM RESULTS
Boris, our club’s classic
Our members show off their skills
Mini restoration project, the Christmas Holiday Party, Southern Oregon
Adventure, Winter Wonderland Tour, and the epic Mini vs. Mustang battle that yours truly raced in at the
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Velocity Invitational at Laguna Seca. If you missed the broadcast coverage and interviews, head on over to Miniology.com. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
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effective way to commute to work. I remember waiting excitedly for my dad to come home so that I could capture his arrival. Afterwards, I would beg him to drive the Mini around the block. After weeks of incessant begging, my dad caved and allowed me to personally commandeer this little car around our neighborhood. I was hooked! Years later, I found a 1967 Austin 850 at the 1988 All British Field Meet and convinced my family that this little Old English White Mini would be a perfect vehicle to get me to school and back while studying Photography & Television Production.
Hello Mini Fans, It’s that time of the year to reflect on our successes while looking at what we can improve moving into 2022. I’ve been a documentary storyteller for as long as I’ve been a Mini Fanatic. At a very young age, my father allowed me to use his 8mm film camera, and around this same time, back in the seventies, my father purchased a Mini 850 as he was seeking a more cost4
They approved. Over the years, I’ve worked hard to connect the dots with automotive and filmmaking. Using what I learned from school, I filmed a series of documentary videos for mail-order VHS sales at the 1995 Mini Meet West at the Mountain, 1996 MMW in Long Beach, and 1997 MMW in Vallejo, California. (Stay tuned. I need to dig into my archives and share these videos on YouTube soon) Since 2000 I’ve covered events for National Automotive Car Expert Nik Miles and produced a series of videos to get the JET Motors YouTube channel off the ground. Meeting and inter-
viewing Paddy Hopkirk is one of my highlights. That meeting would have never happened if it was not for Norm Nelson, leader of Shasta Minis, who was integral to that connection. Today I’m happy to call Norm and Paddy my Friend. I’ve discovered that Paddy has an immense love of the British car industry. Even in his retirement, he works hard to make sure the world knows about how much fun you can have in a MINI Cooper. My latest endeavor when not at Hybrid Moon launching brand potential for the most innovative companies in the universe, is to help tell the stories of the Mini community via my latest partnership with Miniology.com. Miniology started in 2003 to deliver news and information about the Mini/ MINI, explicitly geared towards clubs, their events, and the people, created for and by enthusiasts. Miniology, a non-profit and charitable organization, consists of dedicated volunteers who collaborate on websites, blogs, podcasts, social media, or other content. Please take a moment, visit and Subscribe to Miniology on Facebook and YouTube for the latest Mini Cooper News, Live Streams, Podcasts, and Magazine.
Heather and I had a great time this year at the 2021 Velocity Invitational held in Laguna Seca. We were joined by OMS members Randy & Julia Unsbee, Wryan & Mallory Van Ripper, Jeremy & Deb Thorpe. It was a thrill to see one of our own, Randy Unsbee tearing up the track during the Minis vs. Mustangs races that were held on Friday and Sunday. Next month’s issue will feature his article about Minis vs. Mustang, a modern-day story of David and Goliath. In the meantime, head over to Miniology.com to see driver interviews and complete event coverage. We all look forward to what 2022 has in store for us. See you at an OMS event soon! Cheers, Eric Newland Oregon Mini Society El Presidente
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Jet Motors in Happy Valley Oregon once again hosted one of OMS’ favorite activities, the annual BBQ which this year featured a catered Taco Feed. An overflowing parking lot of classic and new Minis made for an unforgettable experience, and just one more of many events provided to OMS membership every year, even in the midst of a pandemic.
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In 2020 a group of Mini enthusiasts from Oregon, Washington and Idaho made a run to McCall, Idaho and had such a great time it was decided to try for a more formal event the following year. To acknowledge and pay respect to the various “Minis In the Park” events that are held throughout the UK and the “Mini Meets” in the US that were cancelled, the name “Mini Meet In the Park” was the theme. The historic town of Roseberry, close by McCall and just outside of Donnelly, was selected for it’s beautiful buildings and views. Although a smaller turnout, the September event was nevertheless a wonderful success thanks to great people and the camaraderie that develops from a smaller group. New friends were made as people from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California all attended.
Andy Biddle took home the “Best in Show” award with his beautiful Mini Pickup while Don Dixon’s long-running, all original classic Saloon took the “People’s Choice” award. Due to the success of the show, a similar event is already being planned for 2022 with an earlier date (May) to try and avoid the seemingly inevitable forest fire smoke as well as make it easier to attend Mini Meet West which will be held in July. A special thank you to A-Series NW, Hagerty and the Seattle Area Mini Owners Association for helping make this event happen”
Min i M eet in t he Park by Ben Compton
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Andy Biddle’s Pup
Carl Barfield’s 94 (red w/bonnet stripes), show sponsor James Thompson (A-Series NW) with his white Mini “Meg”, and Ben’s Countryman
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Weather and forest fire smoke finally cleared up
Ben Compton’s ‘67 Austin Mini Countryman
Carl Barfield and Matthew Boisson (hat) from Peninsula Mini Society
Joe Munsch from Oregon Mini Society
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ABFM Giant Slalom
OMS Membership Update
Boris the Morris Rides Again Sat, January 8, 2022, 12pm – 4pm 15000 SE Royer Rd, Damascus, OR 97089, USA (map) Boris the Morris Rides Again Our club project, Boris, is happy in his new home. For those new to the club, Boris is being restored as a club project to benefit the scholarship fund for Clackamas Community College’s auto shop program. Last session we started to do and to source lists. Those will be expanded and used as a path to follow. The ‘to source’ list is available on the OMS website so members can help by contributing from their parts stashes. It’ll be back to Ron Peters home shop on Saturday, January 8, starting at Noon to continue the work. Bring some tools if you have favorites. OMS Meeting Sun, January 16, 2022, 7pm – 8pm The Verdict Bar And Grill, 110 8th St, Oregon City, OR 97045 Club meetings are generally held the third Sunday of the month. Covid permitting, they’re in person events at The Holding Cell at the Verdict in Oregon City. Zoom meetings may be substituted. Stay tuned. Shops Tour Saturday, Feb 12, 2022 We all make use of our friends with skills - and access to parts to keep the Minis running. We can go check a couple of them out. Willamette Valley Wine Tour Saturday, Mar 5, 2022 Details to come - Check the OMS Website Calendar
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OMS Membership Update By Karen McCune
Time to Renew! Membership Holiday Updates! As 2021 draws to a close, we are happy to welcome two new members: David Bloomfield and Amber Kline, Portland, OR. 2015 Mini Cooper Countryman. David is an avid fisherman who would love to drive his Mini to Mexico and fish along the entire West Coast. C
Derek Dunstone, Vancouver, WA. 2008 Mini Hatchback and 2013 Mini JCW GP Race Modified. His GP modified is his fun car but Minny, his 2008, is nightfire red with a white top and holds a special place for him. His son changed out the motor and the clutch so she holds a special place with him as he drives her around.
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It’s membership renewal time of year!!! This year, our OMS membership grew to 127 active members! Let’s keep this number solid by everyone renewing their membership by January 1. So far, 48 Miniacs renewed to be part of 2022’s activities with great people who have a love of Mini/MINIS. Log onto https://oregonminisociety.wildapricot.org/ and follow the instructions. And drum roll...please welcome Rowland Cheeks as the new OMS Membership Chair. I will be transitioning out of the role after 4+ years. This role has been a great way to “meet” everyone, even if in name only! Here’s to a successful and fun 2022, Karen McCune Jeremy Thorpe (503) 869 4294
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All British Field Meet 2021
All British Field Meet 2021
44th Annual All Br itish Field M eet Oregon Mini Society entries wow the voters Photos by Randy Unsbee
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All British Field Meet 2021
All British Field Meet 2021
OMS and our neighbor clubs provided amazing Minis for the car show at ABFM Eric Newland, 1959 Austin Seven
Mallory Van Riper, 1975 Mini Clubman GT
Toby May, 1990 Rover Mini MK V
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Eric Newland, 2021 MINI
Steve Wittkop, 1966 Austin Mini
Nicholas & Jenn Coker, 1968 Austin Cooper Christopher Miller, 1968 Austin Cooper S S
Dave & Amy Ford, Morris 1960 Mini
David Conklin, 2018 MINI JCW
Mallory Van Riper, 1999 Mini Cooper LE
Andrew & Angie Fauntleroy, ‘05 MINI Cooper S
Lynn & Marlene Long, 1979 Mini Special
Jerome Miller, 1976 Austin Mini
Burt Reif 1964 Ranger Cub
James Doan, 1969 Austin Estate Wagon
George Barrett, 1996 Rover Mini
Mike Delepine, 1996 Rover Mini
Scott Farm, 2004 MINI Cooper S
Julie Craft, 2013 MINI Cooper R56
Mark & Rhonda Hull, Mini 1971 Morris MK3
Dan Berglund, 1979 Mini Pickup
Roger Wooley, 1964 Morris Traveler
Derek Atkins, 2014 MINI Cooper S
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All British Field Meet 2021
O M S W I N N E R S AT T H E A B F M B R I T I S H V E H I C L E D I S P L AY
People’s Choice Awards
MI-35 Mark V thru Mark VII
AA-08-Race Car
1st: Mallory Van Ripper, Gresham OR 1999 Mini Cooper
2nd: Dave & Amy Ford, Troutdale OR Morris 1960 Mini MI-33 Mark II 2nd: Nicholas Coker, Vancouver WA 1968 Cooper S MI-34 Mark III and Mark IV 1st: Lynn & Marlene Young, The Dalles OR 1979 Special
3rd: Randy Kubeck, Scappoose OR 1998 Mini Mark 7 MI-36A All LWB closed (Woody,Tinny Wagon,Van, Pick-up)
MI-36B Variants/ Kits (Elf,Hornet, Moke,Radford,Wood & Picket, Marcos, Etc.) 2nd: Burt Reif, Portland OR 1964 Ranger Cub MI-18A Neo MINI Cooper and Cooper S (Hardtop, Coupe, Paceman & JC Works) 3rd: Eric Newland, Portland OR 2021 Cooper
1st: Roger Wooley, Portland Or 1964 Traveler 3rd: Ross Hoevet, Clackamas OR 1964 Mini
3rd: Mark & Rhonda Hull, Albany OR Mini 1971 Morris Mini
Andy Ferrell, 2004 MINI Cooper S
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Leo Bancroft, 2013 MINI Cooper
Taylor Reagle 2016 Cooper S
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ABFM Giant Slalom 2021
Giant Slalom at the 2021 ABFM
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There were 24 cars entered in the Giant Slalom with OMS members shining in the competition. First overall in the new MINI group was our own Rowland Cheeks, along with Eric Newland in fourth, while Dave Ford took second in the Classic Mini Group.
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