ADVANCE AND RETARD
West Coast branch of the VCC November 2023 magazine
Little cutie enjoying the sun on her paintwork
Contents Front cover - Pauline Robbins Morris 1000 Until we meet again, Forth coming events/Future events/Requests Kick Start events, Christmas Parades NewMembers we welcome you Reports Mystery run 22 Oct 2023 report & pictures Bruce Heyward Kick start run – 5 Nov 2023 Empire Ross report B Heyward, Z Gough &
M Manning Royal Enfield Bullet – report and pictures Marianna Manning Harley Davidson – report and pictures Marianna Manning
Fair Es(sex) – Recipe a taste of the UK - Hereford Apple Dumpling National Office long term calender of events – note South Otago have been confirmed as hosts of the National Commercial Rally Committee ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Until we meet again 1st Thursday month – Committee meeting at Clubrooms at Shantytown 7th Dec 2023 7.30pm Zoom now working. 3rd Tuesday month – Morning tea at Shantytown 19th Dec 2023 at 10.00 am 4th Sunday month – Don’t forget you are welcome to attend any of our events in your modern vehicle if you are unable to use your vintage one, it is just good to have your company. LOCAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS AT A GLANCE 10 Dec 23 21 Jan 24
BBQ byo see info below* Christmas lunch
Warren Stratford Museum Westport Punakaiki Tavern approached tba
Sat 17 Feb 24
9am(5-6 hrs)
Tour of Stockton Mine- Restricted
Meet I site in 15 Mar 24(Fri)
Westport 11am Waiuta
23 Mar 2024
weekend
numbers see separate email Will be taken by vehicles to site Off open Jos Davis Cottage more info to follow Scenic Land Rally 2024 – Destination Westland info to follow
* BBQ lunch run to Warren Stratford's Tractor Museum, Westport Sun 10th Dec 23 (note date change and information as per my email) Members meet Anzac park 10ish drive Coast Road to Museum, meet any Westport members there. Warren has kindly offered us the use of his BBQ on site. We need to take our own BBQ food/salads and beverages/drinks
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KICK START – EVENTS/RUNS 2 Dec 23 – Positive Earth Rally – this is for those with an eligible positive earth motorcycle. These are British bikes up to 1979 which were wired POSITIVE EARTH. After this date all motorcycles were wired NEGATIVE EARTH. This is a very different laid back event, however there are a couple of strict criteria to be take into account. a. Motorcycles have to be Positive Earth b. Positive Earth eligible motor cycle has to be ridden to the event regardless of where you are travelling from. c. First timers have to pay $30 for lifetime membership which includes a cloth badge plus $10 as rally costs. When you arrive safely at the rally, motorcycle is parked up, you relax, share stories, have a meal (usually at the rally site) eat, drink and be merry join in the AGM pay your subs/fee then ride home on the Sunday. Accommodation at the Riverside Camp Ground, is cabin/c’van or tent, there is other accommodation in Murchison.
GREY DISTRICT YOUTH TRUST – Saturday 2nd December 2023 Judy had a request for us to run approx 30 Rainbow youths to their Red Carpet Gala at the Regent Theatre, Greymouth FROM the Art Shop (next to BP), in our vintage/classic cars. Below the reply to her email requesting further information from the organisers.. Sam Duckor-Jones <sam.duckor-jones@greydistrictyouthtrust.com> Subject: Re: Red Carpet Gala Date: 20 November 2023 at 2:45:28 PM NZDT To: Judy Hay <hazyview2@outlook.com> Thats right! I think we will have 30 people maximum. I am nudging folks to RSVP. But yes I expect no more than 30, probably more than 20. We are going to gather at Art Soup at 6pm to get ready, then have your cool cars pick us up and drop us at Ferrari's. We don't need any transport at the end of the night. Thanks a mil! Sam If you are able to assist with this please let Judy know on 021 08645364 or havyview2@outlook.com asap so the organisers of this event can be advised.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CHRISTMAS PARADES – I know that many of you support and enjoy these local parades so I have listed them so you can take part, or just enjoy. GREYMOUTH – SATURDAY 9th DECEMBER 2024 – 10.30 LINE UP AT GRESSON STREET OR JOHNSTON STREET. HOKITIKA – FRIDAY 8TH DECEMBER 2023 – 5.45PM LINE UP AT D.O.C. CAR PARK – GIBSON QUAY, HOKITIKA REEFTON – FRIDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2023 – EVENING TIME TBA WESTPORT – 9TH DECEMBER 2023 – 10.30 LINE UP AT SALVATION ARMY, HENLEY STREET, WESTPORT.
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NEW MEMBERS We are very pleased to welcome the following members to the Westcoast branch of the Vintage Car Club we hope that you will enjoy and partake in our runs and events and (this is my plea as newsletter editor) contribute to our Advance and Retard monthly newsletter. We welcome: Geoff Brunning, Westport – Vauxhall PAX (joined us on the Nelson Biennial rally) Allan Gibson, ? Steve Hardy, Greymouth -1950 Matchless G3L 350 – under restoration Jeff & Jacquire Jones, Greymouth – 1929 Graham Paige Rocky & Suzie Rockhouse, Aharua – 1969 Cadillac De Ville Coupe John & Zelda Stanley, Westport – 1937 Riley Lynx Mark Thomas & June Bradley, Hokitika – 1957 Chev BelAir Coupe --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
REPORTS Mystery run 22 October 2023 - report and pictures – Bruce Heyward club
captain A mystery run was organised to replace the planned lunch run to Bealey Hotel which was shaping up as a non event. When I say “organised” really that had little to do with the CC as it was as big a mystery to me as to anyone! However at 10.30am on Sunday morning a gathering occurred at Anzac Park. Tom and Daphne first to arrive, followed in quick succession by Pauline with her neat Morris 1000, Fred and Adrienne 1939 Chev sedan, Pat and Elaine giving the lovely Chrysler rag top coupe an airing and of course no gathering of the clans is complete without the Campbells ie Dave and June in the series E, then yours truly in the 1963 Vanguard 6. Nelson Creek Domain for a picnic was suggested in the group discussion, those that had not brought a picnic shot off to find food (Do Duck was open!) .So Nelson Creek Domain is where we ended up. Beautiful warm day, first time for me and I am sure many others too, to experience a touch of sunburn at Labour weekend. Lunches consumed and a pleasant natter and we dispersed homeward at around 2pm. Numbers were never going to be large, being Labour weekend but I think those who attended enjoyed their day. I know I did.
In situ at Nelson Creek domain series E in the fore front
Oh dear can June find the “butties”?
Kick start run 5 Nov 23 to EMPIRE HOTEL, ROSS The weather forecast was rubbish for the coastal region and already drizzling when we left Reefton with the Matchless safely tied down on the trailer as far as Anzac Park. With the Matchy unloaded and engine warming up Colin arrived on the trusty Bullet and we rode off to Hokitika in cloudy but dry weather to find Holden Monaro owner Bruce Wright waiting for us at BP with his 1972 Triumph Bonnie, joined shortly after by Warren Parker on his BSA 500. Meantime Zoe had detoured slightly to pick up Marianna and Gilly had returned home to replace the leaking carburettor float on his immaculate Model 7 Norton Dominator before joining us at the Empire Hotel in Ross. Interesting to note that with the Norton now in the lineup the 5 major British brands from the 1950s were all represented. New member Stephen Hardy is currently restoring a 1950 Matchless G3L, so that should be a future kickstarter!! Bruce with his Matchless joined by Colin and his REnfield Bullet at Anzac Park
Joined by Warren and his BSA at BP Hokitika
By now I had picked up Marianna who joined me as back up and reporter on the day...go for it Marianna............
We were graced with 5 kick start motorcycles on our 2nd Kick start run Cruising from as far afield as Reefton and as close as just down the road from the lunch venue to Ross, it was a very casual pleasant no-stress ride. Traffic was light, rain was light and the conversation on the interesting side with motorcycle trivia coming to light.
From the left we have a ... 1951 Norton Dominator, 1952 B33A BSA, 1972 Triumph Bonneville, 19..shhh Royal Enfield Bullet, 1954 Matchless G80 and in the background beyond the veranda post, the top pick for an appealing ride for two, a 1927 Harley Davidson with side car. Tourists frequenting the Historic Ross Empire Hotel could not resist taking advantage of the photo opportunity with these motorcycles. Special thanks to Zoe Gough for being the back-up vehicle accompanied by co-pilot Mariana Manning. One stop they were at the ready for, turned out to just be a loose strap on a saddle bag and a quick extra tighten on another motorcycles rear vision mirror. Nothing too serious, which is always preferable.
From the left we have Gilly’s 1951 Norton Dominator, Warren Parker’s 1952 B33A BSA, Bruce Wright’s 1972 Triumph Bonneville, Colin Skeats’ Royal Enfield Bullet and Bruce Heywards’s 1954 Matchless G80. In the background beyond the veranda post, the top pick for an appealing ride for two, a 1927 Harley Davidson with side car. Tourists frequenting the Historic Ross Empire Hotel could not resist taking advantage of the photo opportunity with these motorcycles. Special thanks to Zoe Gough for being the back-up vehicle accompanied by co-pilot Mariana Manning. One motorcycle did stop but we were at the ready for, turned out to just be a loose strap on a saddle bag and a quick extra tighten on another motorcycles rear vision mirror. Nothing too serious, which is always preferable.
You can read and see more of Marianna’s reporting further on. Thank you for being back up and for your help with the newsletter and your reports Marianna.
Nice line up outside Empire Hotel Ross
Bruce welcoming “Gilly” pal of Bruce’s from Hokitika – good to see him. Mark’s Harley see Marianna’s report on this type of motorcycle Note Mark’s Chev pick up in background
Very original 1946 Chevrolet Pick Up looks good outside the historic Empire Hotel and belongs to Mark Brown
What a beauty this Morris convertible outside Mark’s museum
What a beauty this Morris convertible outside Mark’s museum
My thanks go to Marianne for contributing to the run report and for her following reports
Colin Skeats Royal Enfield’s TANK plus a brief history of the history of a RE Bullet
Royal Enfield Bullet Since 1948 the Royal Enfield Bullet takes the crown as the longest running motorcycle model in continuous production, a reliable favourite. In 1952 the Royal Enfield Bullet was chosen as the most suitable bike for the Indian Police force and in 1954, their government ordered 800 of the 350cc model and they were produced on what was considered low-tech equipment. In more recent times, Royal Enfield is selling motorcycles in about 50 countries worldwide, even surpassing global sales of Harley-Davidson in 2015. This fine example pictured has had a fuel tank upgrade. From the standard 13 Litres to a made-to-fit 18 Litre tank which was made in India. This up-size was done to enable it's rider to make longer trips, such as to the Brass Monkey Rally and it has turned out to be very economical on fuel.
*Specifications* Top Speed: 70 MPH Wheel Base: 54.72 inches Weight; 359 lbs+
Marianna’s report on the Harley belonging to Mark Browne, Ross VCC member Harley-Davidson began to fit frames with Sidecar mounting lugs in the early 1900s. In 1914 the first sidecar was made and production continued until 2012, when they were sadly dropped from the range in favour of the new Tri-Glide trike. Harley-Davidson motorcycles with sidecars were first used by the U.S. Army when it ordered twelve units with mounted machine guns on them for the General Pershing's 1916 Mexican Excursion. The V twin cylinder system fires both plugs on every revolution; one for power and the other for providing a harmless spark during the exhaust stroke and this remained a feature of V-Twins until 1961.
You will notice there is no brake lever on the handle bars. There is only a rear brake drum actuated by a long steel rod attached to a pedal on the right side. The following year, 1928, a front brake drum was introduced as the standard. The clutch is also a pedal system with the gear changer knob mounted on the tank, both on the left side.
*Specifications*
Top Speed: 60 MPH though the Speedo reads to 80 MPH Wheel Base: 59.5 inches Weight; 405 lbs Production: 9,697
FAIR ESSEX- Hereford Apple Dumpling
12ounces prepared shortcrust pastry (340g) • 4teaspoons sugar • 4cooking apples, peeled, cored • 2ounces sultanas (60 g) • 1⁄2finely grated orange, rind of • 1tablespoon marmalade • 1⁄4ounce butter, softened (28 g or 2 tablespoons) DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 400 F (200 C)(gas mark 6). • Divide the pastry into 4 and then roll each piece out into a circle big enough to fully enclose one apple. • Take each pastry circle and sprinkle with a teaspoon of sugar and place an apple in the middle. mix together sultanas, orange rind, marmalade and butter and then divide this mixture between the apples, filling up each core hole. • Fold the pastry around each apple and seal firmly with a little water. • Place them, upside-down, onto a greased baking sheet and decorate the tops with leftover pastry bits cut into leaf shapes. • Brush with milk and sprinkle a little sugar to glaze. • Bake for 10 minutes and then turn down the oven temperature to 350 F (180 C) (gas mark 4) for a further 30 minutes or until the dumplings are golden brown. • Serve with a little of the additional marmalade that has been warmed to make a sauce or with custard or cream.
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LONG TERM NATIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
LONG TERM NATIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS Events are confirmed by the National Executive at their August Executive Meeting (36 months prior). Although a bid may have been received, the event will not take place until the National Executive has CONFIRMED it. During the year of an International Rally, other National Events do not take place.
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NATIONAL VETERAN RALLY NATIONAL VINTAGE ONLY RALLY NORTH ISLAND CLUB CAPTAINS TOUR MARCH EXECUTIVE MEETING NATIONAL EASTER RALLY - SOUTH ISLAND NATIONAL EASTER RALLY - NORTH ISLAND AGM & EXECUTIVE MEETING NATIONAL COMMERCIAL RALLY NATIONAL SPEED EVENT VCC NATIONAL DAY
OTAGO MARLBOROUGH GLYN CLEMENTS CHRISTCHURCH NELSON
2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025
NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE RALLY NATIONAL VETERAN RALLY MARCH EXECUTIVE MEETING NATIONAL EASTER RALLY - SOUTH ISLAND NATIONAL EASTER RALLY - NORTH ISLAND AGM & EXECUTIVE MEETING (South Island) NATIONAL COMMERCIAL RALLY NATIONAL VINTAGE ONLY RALLY NATIONAL SPEED EVENT SOUTH ISLAND CLUB CAPTAINS TOUR VCC NATIONAL DAY
MANAWATU MARLBOROUGH CHRISTCHURCH
2026 2026 2026 2026
MARCH EXECUTIVE MEETING AGM & EXECUTIVE MEETING (North Island) VERO INTERNATIONL FESTIVAL OF HISTORIC MOTORING VCC NATIONAL DAY
2027 2027 2027 2027 2027 2027 2027 2027 2027 2027 2027
To be confirmed August 2024 MARCH EXECUTIVE MEETING NATIONAL EASTER RALLY - SOUTH ISLAND NATIONAL EASTER RALLY - NORTH ISLAND AGM & EXECUTIVE MEETING (South Island) NATIONAL VETERAN RALLY NATIONAL MOTORCYLE RALLY NATIONAL COMMERCIAL RALLY NATIONAL VINTAGE ONLY RALLY NATIONAL SPEED EVENT NORTH ISLAND CLUB CAPTAINS TOUR VCC NATIONAL DAY
2028 2028 2028 2028 2028 2028 2028 2028 2028 2028
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