VCC BOP KLAXON FEBRUARY 2023

Once again you’ll read about it here first!

Synthetic Fuel has been trialled in 25 of our sort of cars in an exercise organised by a fellow called Roland Kayser from Berlin, who filled their tanks with a mix of CO2 and hydrogen and even the process came from climate-neutral electricity. Needless to say it was an outstanding success.

A dozen cars will run in the next Mille Miglia on this wonder-brew and Porsche, Lamborghini, Ford and VW are involved. Now back to the past, and what a hoot it must have been for the VanDen Hoven boys at the 1966 Easter Rally, as recounted by Paul VDH. As he recalled there was a preponderance of Veterans and my 1917 Grant Six was one of them. We stayed in the jockeys quarters at Trentham Race-course and, with my girl-friend of the time, had a coming together with a fairly new Chev BelAir as we were proceeding back up the Akatarawa hill road and he couldn’t stop coming down. The front guard made a beauty crease along the entire length of his car which caused the girl-friend to do a bit more damage with her boot until I calmed her down and showed the only damage was paint rubbed off on our car! I think she invented road-rage.

The old accounts from days gone by of runs, rallies or the finding of vehicles grips my interest and I’m sure I’m not alone, so please delve into the memory banks and entertain us with some stories.

We are back to normal by the time you read this with service resumed as long as there is a demand for parts, cuppa and a chat and of course participation in runs etc.—starting with what promises to be a truly excellent first clubnight for the year. Support or lose it could be the catch-cry.

I’ve had only two members provide any thoughts on how they think the Club should be run, but there is still some time to have a think and respond; it’s our future.

Regards to all, Alastair

BOP VCC Coming Events 2023

February 2023

12 "Tony's All Cars Day" Sunday 12th Feb (see advert elsewhere in Klaxon)

13 Club Night :- Special guest speaker see notice in Klaxon (Spoiler—Paul Fahy!)

Members with birthdays bring a plate please

13 Start of Coffee mornings again from 9am

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26

Coffee Morning

End of Month run this will be an afternoon run, local , then back to the club rooms for a barbecue tea ( $ 5.00 pp for the barbecue) ( sausages , meat patties, bun, tea and coffee supplied.)

28 Nog and Natter at the Pap Tavern Papamoa

March 2023

13 Coffee Morning

13

Club Night Speaker to be advised later.

Members with birthdays bring a plate please

15 Mid Week Run - over to Rotorua to the Landing Cafe at Lake Tarawera

Watch for Notice in Klaxon and the Buzz)

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26

Coffee Morning

Run to Private Shed, followed by picnic lunch ( more info later)

Watch for notice in Klaxon and the Buzz 27

Meeting 28 Nog and Natter at The Tauranga Citizens Club

PAUL FAHEY TO BE GUEST SPEAKER AT FEBRUARY CLUB NIGHT!

Paul Fahey dominated saloon car racing in NZ for a decade between 1965 and 1975. During that time he had more wins at Pukekohe, Levin, Bay Park and Wigram than any other driver.

Formerly of Auckland and Pauanui, Paul is now a Tauranga resident. He will do a 20 min question and answer session with Donn White, who had a fair bit to do with Paul over the past 55 years and Donn will source some of his old photos. They are also sourcing some of his posters for him to sign and give away.

We are sure that they will find plenty of interesting things to chat about! Paul attended our recent Daffodil Run For Cancer promotion and was given a warm reception by our members.

Don White in his Clubman 1275 GT racing at Taupo in the Historic race meeting on the 22nd January 2023

We extend a warm welcome to the following new Members—

Paul and Sharlene Martin - email pesrmartin@gmail.com

70 Jensen Road, Tauranga 3171 . Phone - 0754 33923

Paul and Sharlene have a 1957 Morris Minor Coupe.

PleasecontactourChairmanifyouhavenotreceivedyournamebadgeby ournextmeeting

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopaedia

Rodger Ian Dudding (born 21 December 1937) is a British business magnate in the selfstorage industry. Nicknamed "Mr Lock Up" by customers and "RD" by staff, Dudding owns more than 12,000 garages and as of February 2015 was worth an estimated £162 million, making him "the largest private owner of garages" in the United Kingdom.

Dudding founded Lonsto International Limited in 1970, a queue management system manufacturer and installer. He continues to manage Lonsto, which accounts for 30% of his group's revenues.[3]

Self-storage - Dudding entered the self-storage industry in the early 1970s, when he purchased ten lock-up units from his landlord, a "wealthy property owner and friend". These first units were located near Croydon in south London. Dudding says he was at first "unenthused by the deal", but his opinion changed as he began to receive rental income from the garages. To expand his holdings, Dudding began visiting garage blocks and, under the pretense of being "interested in renting another unit on the block", asked tenants stopping by their units who they rented from. Using this information, he would contact the owners and offer to buy units for 20% more than they were selling for. He later founded Dudrich (Holdings) Ltd. in London which as of October 2013 earns $12 million in annual revenues. Today, Dudding owns properties throughout England.

Car collection and Studio 434 - Dudding is a car collector and owns more than 420 cars, including 24 Aston Martin Lagonda’s and 200 classic cars. The collection was covered by British car television show Top Gear in 2011.[ With over 400 cars, Dudding believes it is Europe's largest private collection of classic cars. To make the collection pay for its upkeep, he created Studio 434 Ltd in Potters Bar, which both stores and maintains all of the vehicles, and arrange the rental of cars to the film and television industry.

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If the link doesn't work, copy the link and paste into your web browser.

Photos from Rotorua Car Show—by Brian Pratt

21st National Veteran Rally

24-26 February 2023

Tuakau

Callingallveteranmotorists!

As members will know from previous notices in the Bulletin, the Auckland branch is hosting the 21 st National Veteran Rally in 2023. Most of you will be on our email list, and have received newsletters and the entry form. This is a Final Reminder that entries close on 15 December 2022. Please get your entries in now. Late entries will be considered but a late fee will apply. We hope that as many as possible of Auckland veteran enthusiasts participate in the 3-day rally.

Rallyentryformenclosed.Pleasecompleteandreturn.(Email blc.strong@gmail.com for an entry form)

Celebratingthe50thanniversaryoftheAucklandannualveteranrun

This event also occurs in 2023. The Jubilee Run will be celebrated as part of the National Rally on Saturday 24 February with a run to Port Waikato, followed by a display of veteran vehicles at LaValla, and a special afternoon tea to celebrate. If you are unable to participate in the full 3 days, there are TWO opportunities for to be involved. A separate entry form has been prepared especially for those not participating in the rally but who want to be involved in the event on Saturday.

[1] You can join rally participants in the full day event including the run and be part of the display of veteran vehicles. (As this is a VCC national event, a VIC ID is required to participate in the run.)

[2] For veteran enthusiasts whose vehicle does not have a VIC or who don’t motor their veterans: You are very welcome to trailer your vehicle to LaValla to be part of the display of veteran vehicles, enjoy socialising with other veteran owners from around New Zealand, and enjoy the celebratory afternoon tea.

Please contact the organisers for further information and if you would like us to send you the Saturday-only entry form:

Barry Birchall (Rally Director): barrybirchall@xtra.co.nz

Nicola North (Rally Secretary): nicolahnorth@gmail.com

Our landline: (09) 8188755 Mobile: 0277225225 (Nicola’s phone)

From Tony Fraser! Thanks Tony

And yet a few more cartoons for intellectuals!

FOR SALE

TRIUMPH CARS and PARTS AUCTION

Sat March 4th at Des Farrelly's place see Trademe and Market Place.

Des- 07 5480272 ———————————————————————————————————————————

Partially restored Dodge Fast Four 1928 for sale

The car is essentially complete. The chassis was sandblasted and professionally painted many years ago, and the bodywork repaired as necessary, generally tidied up and also professionally repainted. All the windows and window and door latches etc, dashboard instrumentation (such as it is) and lights are present and in good reasonable physical order.

The car has been garaged for the last 50 years or so. There has been no work on the engine. All the ancillary car parts I believe are in the interior of the car. All the upholstery and lining obviously needs replacement but the seats are essentially intact. Garaged in Tauranga.

I have owned the car for very many years and I recognise that I am unlikely to complete the restoration project.

Considering its very good garaged condition and it’s authenticity, and the partial restoration already undertaken, the price is $7,500.

Contact Peter Rollo. Ph: 021 612 804.

"Tony's All Cars Day" Sunday 12th Feb

Whatever your passion for WHEELS, Tony is opening up his property at the top of Esdaile Road to all enthusiasts.

BYO Everything (Chair, blanket, food, drinks) Hat for sun or rain. Bring Grannie and the kids. Park in the paddock. Power, BBQ and loo on site!

760 Esdaile Road, 10 a.m onwards till 5 p.m.

Isle of Man TT

Sent in by Clive Taylor

A Very Happy New Year to you, and safe riding in the coming year. I have just received the Isle of Man TT e-mail for their special offer of live coverage for all the six days of practice sessions and all the TT Races for a special price of 24.99 pounds sterling. I used this service last year and it was so good. The High Definition images made one think you were there at the circuit and elsewhere. The programme is excellent value for only about $42.00 dollars NZ.

If you are interested go the website https://ttplus.iomttraces.com/products/tt-live-pass-2023

Practice week starts on the 29th May. If you are new to applying, there will be clear guidelines for you to follow. DO IT NOW - An early June present.

Kind regards, Clive Taylor - 949 Omanawa Road RD1, Tauranga 3171 NZ

To all members who own a Motorhome / Caravan

Are you a member who has a Motorhome or a Caravan and would like to do the occasional trip away with other like minded members . Mostly it would be to places like the Miranda Hot Pools or events. We did a couple of trips to Miranda with 2-3 other members and it was most successful.

So as not to use the Buzz or the Klaxon all the time we are compiling a list of email addresses to those that may be interested in joining in, we would send out a notice about any planned trips to those on the list

Please Email John at johnandjill37@gmail.com if you are interested

HEADS-UP - Please make a note of this event in your busy diaries!

The 60th National Jazz Festival 10 April 2023

Doug Brown, BOP VCC Organiser of the annual Jazz Festival 'Auto Street Parade' would like to give you the first reminder of the 60th National Jazz Festival that will be happening here in Mount Maunganui on Monday 10 April. Keep a look out for more information in your March, KLAXON on how to be involved in this infamous Street Parade.

Not only is this parade a great deal of fun, but it's an awesome opportunity for you to showcase your pride and joy! For our Club and the VCC, this is a free marketing opportunity to the public, we have to grab every opportunity we can get folks.

Last year our Club had over 50 vehicles participating. Let's aim for 80 plus this time around.

2023 Highland Fling!

Friday 21st April - Registration, Saturday 22nd - Fling Rally

Sunday 23rd (day) - Fling Rally continues and Field Tests

Sunday 23rd (evening) - Prize Giving Dinner

ACCOMODATION -Before departing Taihape last year, most of the entrants made their accommodation bookings for 2023, a very wise move. However, for anyone who is considering joining us this year in April it would pay you to make your bookings now, as Taihape has limited options. Bookings for the Gretna Hotel are being managed by us, and bids for rooms will be taken as soon as we work out what is available. ENTRY FORMS I will send the Entry Forms during the month of February. Cheers, Kaaren

Workshop Space for Casual Lease-

23 Tukorako Drive, Mount Maunganui,

Do you need a hoist and fairly well equipped workshop for a day?

There's not too many tools we don't have, you will have access to a Mig welder, air compressor, air tools and hand tools plus drills and more.

Liability insurance is included in the price,

With downsizing this year we have no need for so much space so to help ease rent costs we are doing daily lease on a portion of the shop including hoist and tools. $250 per day

Get in contact with Wayne at Doctor Cuts Detailing Shop today to find out more. Ph 07-220 9667.Email doc@doctorcuts.co.nz. www.doctorcuts.co.nz

A couple more of Intellectuals for you!

SOUTH WAIKATO V.C.C. INC

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

Irish Women’s Rally

Saturday/Sunday 11th & 12th March 2023

A non -competitive rally into the back country.

Mainly backroads, gravel and farm tracks can be expected. Entry to cars before 1931 only. Please note: 30 cars only on a basis of first in first served.

Name of Entrant: _________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________

Phone no.____________ Mobile:____________________________

Year and make of vehicle:____________________________________

Entrants VCC Branch:

_______________________________

Number attending & Email_____________________________________________________

• Entry fee per vehicle $70:00) Maximum of 30 cars, first in first. served

• NO fuelstop is available on this trip.

• A support vehicle will come along

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: Compulsory in all cars.

Please post to: South Waikato Vintage Car Club

P.O. Box 403, Tokoroa 3444

By 1st March 2023

Or email: southwaikato@vcc.org.nz

Direct Credit ACC: SWVCC 03 0463 0273363 00

REF: Name and Irish Rally please

PROGRAMME :

Start at Wharepapa South school

08:30 Hrs: sharp Briefing

09:00 Hrs: cars leave designated start area in convoy. At completion of run we return to the school grounds. (approx. 4 pm on Saturday and between 2 and 3 pm on Sunday)

RALLY COST :

Entry fee $70 $...............

Saturday lunch/person $15 $...............

Saturday dinner/person $35 $...............

Sunday lunch/person $15 $..............

Continental Breakfast $10 $..............

Byo drinks

Total $..............

Meals non-refundable after March 3rd 2023

Accommodation:

Sanctuary Lodge, Maungatautari

Various motels in Kihikihi or Putaruru.

Various B and B in the surrounding areas.

Bryces Rock climbing Lodge (limited) 078722533

Tents and campervans can be parked in the Schoolground

For a nominal fee of $8 per person. Pool or cold showers and toilet available. For more information contact:

Pieter Ebeling on 0274845071

ebelingfamily@farmside.co.nz

Or Trevor Appleby on 02102711049

FOR ALL YOUR GASKETING NEEDS CONTACT—

DARYL & ANNETTE WAKEFIELD

PH 07 574 8740

14/68 Tukorako Dr, Mt Maunganui 3116, Bay of Plenty

gasketsbop@xtra.co.nz

BOP RADIATOR SPECIALISTS LIMITED

Contact—Julian

Telephone—07 573 9109

Fax 07 5738915

259 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke, 3119, Bay of Plenty

Email sales@bopradiatorspecialists.co.nz

Cleaning with out chemicals or abrasives, it is eco friendly and cost effective way compared to other methods such as media blasting or paint stripping. It can remove light rust off delicate car/engine parts. It will easily clean a metal head gasket previously impossible with conventional cleaning methods. Benefits are - no harsh chemicals, no abrasives, no expensive set up cost (as with media blasting), no loud noises during the process, no hazards as with high pressure equipment, very precise cleaning and no clean up cost!

This cleaning can be done in your garage if required as it is plug and play! Cost is dependant on size of job

BOP VCC COMMITTEE 2022-2023

KLAXON EMAIL: klaxoninfo@gmail.com CLUB WEBSITE: www.bayofplentyvintagecarclub.com SECRETARY EMAIL: bayofplenty@vcc.org.nz FACEBOOK bay of plenty vintage car club (Public page) For Club enquiry's at anytime contact Kaaren Smylie 07 576 4180 or 021-66-43-41

BOP VCC Operational Information

The Club Rooms are 29 Cliff Road. P O Box 660, Tauranga, 3144.

Key contacts are:

Chairman– Alastair Jones 07 5761124 Email: gandajones@kinect.co.nz

Secretary– Michael Thorman 07 5444291 Email: bayofplenty@vcc.org.nz

Club Captain Jill Whitcombe 07 5524201 Email: johnandjill37@gmail.com

Monthly events

Club night (except January) - 2nd Monday, start time 7.30pm

Mid week run — Wednesday following the club night

End of the month run Held on the last Sunday of the month.

Committee Meeting Last Monday of the month

Noggin ‘n’ Natter 4th Tuesday at 6pm

Location Sequence of Noggin ‘n’ Natter

1, Tauranga- Tauranga Citizens Club, Cameron Road.

Contact is Kaaren Smylie phone 021 664341 or 07 576 4180

2. TePuke– The Anann restaurant. 4 Palmer Place.

Contact is Paul McIndoe phone 5733328

3. Tauranga- Tauranga Citizens Club, Cameron Road.

4. Katikati- Forta Leza Café, SH 2, Katikati.

Contact is Owen Smith, phone 07 570 2000

If your birthday falls in this month please remember it is your turn to provide a plate for supper. Thanks to last months birthday people for their food.

Please remember to wear your name badges to all events. BADGES ARE FREE TO NEW MEMBERS.

LIBRARY HOURS— The library is open on club nights from 7pm. Also on most Monday mornings Yvonne & Paul work in the library until midday. Members are welcome to call in to search for or return books. If making a special trip please phone them at home on 07 572 0163 or 027 6098510 beforehand to ensure that they will be there. We are accepting good clean car service manuals or books that relate to automobile history or travel for our club library

PARTS SHED—Clean out your sheds and bring those surplus parts down. They may be just what someone else needs Parts shed open most Monday morning. Contacts are Jack 07 5766346 or Colin 027 2629161 HELPUSHIREOUTTHECLUBROOMS!

CONTACTKAARENSMYLIE075764180OR 021664341