JUNE 2017 201622016NOV/ DEC 2016
TARANAKI BRANCH COMMITTEE 2016
Chair ColinJohnston Past Chair John Muter Secretary Raewynn Kruse Treasurer Rob Thomson Club Captain John Muter Motorcycle Rep Rob Gudopp Librarian Bill Durling Editor Jim Logan Beaded Wheels Colin Johnston Committee Danny Pattinson Pat Stieller Les Bognuda Brian Bolland Name Tags Badges Geoff Blackbourn Custodian Russell Lambert Historian, (vacant) Vehicle VIN’s Vehicle VIC’s Mid-Week Coordinators Parts Committee
cajohnstoncollections@xtra .co.nz megandjohnny@xtra.co.nz
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taranaki@vcc.org.nz
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railmodels1@xtra.co.nz
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7515554 vintagerob@hotmail.co.nz
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elinorandbill@hotmail.com
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djlogan@ihug.co.nz
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PATTINSONFAMILY@farmside.co.nz bognuda63@xtra.co.nz aliebolly@hotmail.com dblackbourn@orcon.net.nz
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Mike Williams
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Phyllis & Des Cornwall
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Neil Rook John Muter Pat Stieller Ces Budd
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CHAIRMANS REPORT
So Remember......... Keep to the Left when out driving your pride
Hello Folks.
and joy.........stay safe............KEEP the Passion..........Give a committee position ago.........Take Care.......2021 is getting closer .........it will be a big one.!.........Cheers
I hope as you read this report that you have been thinking of the future of our club as the AGM is here and we need members to step up and put themselves forward to take on a committee position to help run our club over the next year. A big thank you to those who have put their nominations in of which I can count on one hand. This seems to be the trend throughout our movement in getting members to stand for positions. Remember this is your club. As I have reported in my annual Chairman's report that I intend to stand down this year and also our club captain John wishes to stand down. I hope you have all had time to read this report and study the Treasurers report as we sent both out with the last newsletter. I have really enjoyed my time as Chairman over the last six years and I have been really pleased with the camaraderie throughout our branch that has existed, long may it continue. I am not going away but have to concentrate on the big 2021 Rally that is only 3 years and eight months away. I would really like to thank the present committee for all their support over the six years I have been Chairman you have all made my job easy and it sure has been a pleasure working with you all. Some of you have been on committee with me over the six years as well. We have achieved a lot over this time and I know our jobs are time consuming but it is the thrill of seeing the enjoyment from members that enjoy what your committee has arranged with a never ending array of interesting club events.
Chairman Colin
CLUB CAPTAINS REPORT Many thanks to Rob Thomson and team for an excellently run Maunga Moana weekend. The weather was perfect and I am sure that all competitors enjoyed the roads and magnificent scenery COMING EVENTS 25 MAY Midweek run from the Normanby Hall 28 MAY Clubrooms open 15 JUNE Club night, guest Keith Wingate will be talking to a DVD made during a recent visit on safari in Africa. 25 JUNE Our annual run to the Stratford Mountain House 23 July the Breakfast Run For the run to the Mountain House could the Northern Members meet at the Inglewood Railway Station at 11.15, Southern members could meet at the Stratford Railway Station and leave in time to meet at the Mountain House by about 12.00pm. Seating at the Restaurant is limited to 50 so could you let John know if you wish to attend by phoning him on 06 7515554, after the 16 May. Safe Motoring, John
I truly wish this branch the very best for the Future you all have the big International Rally to look forward to. Remember this will be A RALLY LIKE NO OTHER. If you would like to be part of this in helping organize even to do a little job, please contact me as I have a job for you to be part of a team that will be remembered for that rally in 2021. It’s not all that far away.
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Midweek Run March 23rd There was a good turnout of vintage and classic cars(although we did have a modern car with a lady driver, but we wont disclose her name)Unfortunately Des couldn't attend as he had a bad cold so Phyllis took over the reins. We all met in Stratford and headed up Pembroke road to Dave Hungers "Fernbrooke Farm." He showed us his vintage Buick car his son is restoring for his wedding next year. He then took us to see his collection of vintage tractors and bulldozers. That aptly had a write up about each one, One of them was a Celtrac bulldozer which he purchased off Tiddley Cox many years ago. He also started up a big old caterpillar bulldozer which bellowed out black smoke. One of the day’s highlights was when he started up an old Villiers motor, took off the spark plug lead and attached it to a steel rod in the ground and the motor kept running. (How that works is a mystery ) then back to John and Glenys Campbell's residence on Cloten road to look at cars in various stages of restoration of which some belong to Phyllis and Des Cornwall.After that we all enjoyed afternoon tea in their shed and went our way home. A lovely day enjoyed by all. Thank you Des and Phyllis. Tiddley and Rose Cox.
WANTED FOR THE BRANCH The position of Branch Archivist has become available following the move to the Waikato of our previous Archivist. This is an important position for the Branch and the job involves, collecting and archiving all our Branch records, compiling photo records of Branch events and maintaining these records in a safe and secure location Interested parties please contact Chairman Colin. Ph 7546216
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OTHER EVENTS Check dates with the local Branch 3-4 Double Fifty Waikato 4 Annual Rally Wanganui 11 Winter Wander Wairarapa 17 Night Trial Manawatu 24 Malloy Trophy Far North 25 Colonial Cup Rally Wellington
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OTHER EVENTS Check dates with the local Branch 1/2 Winter Woolies Wander Wellsford-Warkworth 9 Central N I Swapmeet Rotorua 9 Margaret Gee Memorial Rally Wairarapa 15 Twilight Run Centra l Hawkes Bay
End of Registration Run to the Mountain House Closing date for July Topical Torque, 11-June Please forward articles to the Editor, Jim Logan 76C South Road N P 4310-or email to djlogan@ihug.co.nz
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This magazine is also available by e-mail as a PDF file. If you would prefer to receive a copy this way please contact the Editor. Pictures are usually in colour Views and opinions expressed in Topical Torque are those of contributors and not necessarily those of the Taranaki Branch of the V C C of N Z, the Branch Executive or the Editor. Clubrooms: 1040 Mountain Road - SH 3A Inglewood
V.C.C. 2017 MAUNGA MOANA TROPHY LIST 3RD VINTAGE
Miniature
Kevin & Christine Fabish
2ND VINTAGE
Miniature
Geoff & Marlene Blackbourn
1ST VINTAGE OVERALL
CORNWALL CUP & Miniature
Bill & Sherill Hulse
1ST PRE 1932 VETERAN & VINTAGE CLASSES
GORDON WICKS MEMORIAL & Miniature
Bill & Sherill Hulse
2ND POST VINTAGE
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Peter & Janine Jannings
1ST
LES ANGLIS CUP & Miniature
Stu & Val Clotworthy
2ND POST WAR
POST VINTAGE
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Tony & Judy Brierley
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KIRKBY TROPHY & Miniature
Doug Dawson
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MAUNGA MOANA RALLY 2017
POST 60
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David & Dian Buchanan
2ND POST 60
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Stephan & Ryan Winterbottom
1ST
MERV BARRAS TROPHY & Miniature
Kelvin & Christine Davis
HIGHEST PLACED TARANAKI ENTRANT POST 60
MAX FISHER CUP & Miniature
Michael & Raewynn Kruse
1ST POST 80
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John & Jean Bayly
2ND
POST 60
COMMERCIAL
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Peter & Lynne Ingram
1ST COMMERCIAL
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Keith & Lee Turner
HIGHEST PLACED TARANAKI ENTRANT OVERALL
FINLAY TROPHY & Miniature
Geoff & Marlene Blackbourn
HIGHEST PLACED TARANAKI NAVIGATOR
BOWMAN / BOGNUDA CUP & Miniature
Marlene Blackbourn
HIGHEST PLACED OVERALL TWO PERSON TEAM
COLLEN MOORE TROPHY & Miniature
Kelvin & Christine Davis
1ST PLACE OVERALL
CASTLE CUP & Miniature
Kelvin & Christine Davis
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PLACE NAVIGATOR OVERALL
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Christine Davis
HARD LUCK
HARD LUCK TROPHY
Bruce Benge
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What a day!!! This year the annual event, based on Stratford, took place in weather that can only be described as being ‘made for the day’. This year, I thought, why not be a bit mischievous and select a rally route a little more challenging to everyone, which at the end of the day, became a lot more challenging to myself as rally organiser, than to all the entrants. The days rally kicked off from the Stratford Showgrounds to head east through Toko, into Wawiri Road, through Huiroa and onto Kiore, up through the Tunnel and onto Matau ‘and the bowls of the earth’. From Matau on to Junction Road with about six miles of metalled road taking the rally route over the Purangi Saddle and back to civilization, sealed road, and lunch. ….The lunch stop at Tarata Hall was in brilliant weather, everybody having plenty of time to socialise and enjoy the sun. Following lunch, up and over the Tarata Saddle, then on to Ratapiko, past the lake, and onto Croydon Road through Tuna, onto Beaconsfield Road at the back of Midhirst, then heading towards Toko to return to The Forgotten Highway, back to Stratford to finish at the Showgrounds. Average speeds for the two timed sections in the morning may have been too slow for the post war and P60 group, but not one entrant complained. It may have been a different story if the weather had been adverse. Other than the moment when I had a moment of ‘melt down’ at lunch time, the day was all I hoped it would be, and more. I have said it before, and I will say it again, the success of a rally is dependent on two ingredients, a worthwhile entry, and a team assisting behind the scenes. The team of marshals and helpers I had for this event were exceptional, their contribution was absolutely faultless. I am very grateful to the following folk for their contribution to the success of the 2017 Maunga Moana Rally.
Phyl & Des Cornwall Dennis Young Ian Wilford , PatStieller Pat Steer Ashley & Larrie Smith Ken Maul Stev Lowe Mike Hodgkinson Albie Gordge Joe Fraser Les Bognuda Bruce Marshall Ian Bleakley
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Checking Rally Route. Checking Route Instructions. Rally results. Start & Check Point Marshals. Tiddly’ & Rose Cox Cess Budd & our Chair, Colin J
The Vintage Car Club of New Zealand now has a new Facebook page. The page will have interesting stories, posts on events and photos of vintage car activities from around the country. To start with, we would like you to do the following For those who already have a Facebook account: Go to the VCC Facebook page and LIKE it. Posts will then appear in YOUR Facebook stream and you can share them with your friends For those who don’t have a Facebook page or don’t want to set up an account: Click on the link below and then save it in bookmarks in your internet browser. You will then have easy access to the page whenever you want to see the latest posts.
Tail End Charlie. My Off-sider setting up rally route. Rob Thomson [Rally Sec / Organiser]
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An Alvis car club member in south Auckland has had tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of machine tools and power tools and car parts taken from his garage. Among the items are two Alvis TC 21 bumpers that have been chromed recently, a little used Myford lathe. If you are offered Alvis parts or machine tools please let the President of the Alvis Club know. President: Clive Butler, email: clive.classic@xtra.co.nz
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Please note that this Facebook page will include notification of upcoming events and stories but it’s not a buy, sell and exchange page. There are other avenues for that information. We would also like you to email pictures and include a couple of words about the photo from club events around the country for posting on the page. This will provide content of interest for enthusiasts around the world. Send pictures and stories to: comms@vcc.org.nz To access the club Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/vintagecarclubofnewzealand/ Vintage Car Club of New Zealand into Facebook search.
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This page is your portal for fun stuff that is happening for vintage car enthusiasts around the country. The more stories you supply, the more relevant the page will be.
FOR SALE-SWAP
➢ Tin trunks to fit on carriers of vintage or P V cars.Small to suit smaller English make cars, $100 ph 0275365740. Medium suitable for larger vehicles, $60 ph 20240806350 ➢ Morrison rotary lawn mower Old but going steel body’d $40 ph Rob G 06 7511395 ➢ ROVER P4 100 1962. White with Red trim. Odo reading 88,200 ml. Good motoring car yes can be enhanced with some care. $6,500.00, e mail Malcolm for photos - malmalsmart@icloud.com or phone 06 751 23769(mem) ➢ 1937Morris 12 Saloon, dismantled, needing full restoration for details and viewing contact Les Bognuda, ph 7552810(mem) ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢
WANTED TO BUY 94/96 HA Viva wanted for parts must be complete and or mobile, ph Brian 06 2728027(mem) Ford Zephyr Mk III grille Badge. 1 or 2 metre painting trestles, must be lightweight, ph 0274188045 Zenith Carburetor, models 24T-2 or C1323 or C1264 to fit Ferguson 19 or 24 HP tractor, Ph 06 7584873 (mem) 1937 I/2 ton Chev truck or rolling chassis, ph Pat 7546096(mem)
The Taranaki Branch of the V C C does not take any responsibility for claims made in relation to condition or performance of items appearing “For Sale”
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