Wagensville Sept 09

wagensvillenews Volume 55 Number 4 September 2009

The Official Newsletter of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc.

www.vwclub.com.au

Swan Hill

Melbourne Cup Extra Long Weekend 31st October - 3rd November 09

Cruise to Swan Hill staying at the Riverview Caravan Park on the mighty Murray River in the heart of Swan Hill. Easy walking distance to town, pubs, clubs and the Pioneer Settlement.

If you are interested in attending please phone the Caravan Park T 03 5032 1494, mention the VWCV and make your booking ASAP, no later than 31st August 2009.

6 powered camping sites temporarily reserved, Cabins also available.

More details available closer to the event. Any questions please contact John Stevens on 890 2548 AH.

Editor’s Note Tony Albers, VWCV Editor

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As mentioned in the President’s report Written nominations should have been Activities wise, early October will further contact Ermel up on at 0419 513all 749 or visit vwclub.com.au Committee positions will be open in by early September. ButFor in the caseinformation see many of usAndrew Drag Racing for nomination at the September VWCV of no nominations there is still the Warwick in QLD on the weekend of AGM, this will include the need to fill opportunity to put your hand up for a the 3rd and 4th of October. There the Editor’s position on the Committee. committee position. If you need to know are a number of keen VW Club Vic Unfortunately I will be unable to anything about the various committee members heading up to try and bring President’s Report continue in the role due to other positions, please feel free to call me or the Silverware south. We will also be Dean Holden, VWCV President commitments that have taken a back any of the current committee members enjoying the VW Display at Federation seat for some time. and discuss. We are always looking Square on Sunday the 27th of Hi to all and welcome to the September for new blood with fresh ideas. We are September. Later in October we have We are also looking for 2 additional edition of the Wagensville news. also very keen to get some female VW the reVolks display on the Geelong committee members (Magazine Editorial The trip to Philip Island to visit the Club member representation on the waterfront and run to Torquay held Co-ordinators) this year to assist with Vietnam Vets museum was very well committee. The gender mix is a little over 2 days. the production of the club magazine. attended and an enjoyable time was biased currently.

So plenty to do and lots of After 3 years as Editor I can honestly had by all despite some very chilly The AGM will take up some time at the opportunities to get some miles on say it has been very rewarding and I weather. Full report on this activity is next general meeting, but we will still those Dubs. hope you have enjoyed the magazine. included in this issue. have the popular auction and buy and Thankyou to everyone who has See you all either at the Swap Meet As I have mentioned over the last sells. So if you have anything you would or at the AGM at Bell’s. contributed and a big thanks to couple of months the VWCV AGM is like to donate for the club Andrew who has been a wealth of scheduled for the September General auction please bring it along. resources.

Meeting. All committee positions become vacant on the night of the AGM.

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Proud supporters of the Day of the Volkswagen 09

Calendar of Events

Phillip Island Cruise 29th and 30th August 2009

SEPTEMBER September 22nd VWCV Annual General Meeting.

Bell’s Hotel at 8pm.

157 Moray St, South Melbourne.

September 27th Federation Square VWCV Display See Ad for full event details.

OCTOBER October 24th reVOLKS Geelong Water Front All Volkswagens are invited to Display at the Geelong Water Front. Saturday 9am - 12noon.

Cruises organised from Melbourne on Saturday Morning. Cruise to Lorne after the Display and Camp at Torquay Saturday Night (Some cabins pre booked). Breakfast Sunday at Torquay with small cruise to follow.

A very casual event, join and leave as needed.

For full event details please contact Doc beerdoc@hcinternet.com.au or 0417101400 October 31st - November 3rd Melb. Cup Extra Long Weekend – Swan Hill See Ad for full event details.

NOVEMBER November 15th Day of the Volkswagen 09 See Ad full event details.

The weekend weather forecast looked a bit ordinary with rain, hail, thunderstorms and chilly winter weather predicted for the two days of this cruise.

Undaunted our stalwart 22 members in 14 VWs came from near (Seaford) and far (Stawell) to meet at Hungry Jacks in Cranbourne at 9am. At 9.30am a fine array of VWs, including numerous Beetles, Kombies, a Golf, a T5, and a new Tiguan, that is owned by Alice who was suitably attired with a captains hat, headed up the South Gippsland Highway in the rain and in general direction of Phillip Island.

As usual Evan in his beloved Kombi volunteered to travel at the rear of the convoy to make sure we did not lose anyone on the way. At Tooradin we picked up Uldy and Jenny in their white Lennox Head Kombi (cost him $500 and $78 for a roadworthy would you believe) and proceeded on to the first stop at Wildlife Wonderland at Bass where we got out of the rain and had a look at their great exhibits including Wombats, Dingos, Reptiles,

Giant Spiders, a very, very cute baby Koala and a rather sad looking and rather dead 1.5 ton Great White Shark captured by mistake off Port Lincoln in SA and then shot.

After that it was on to San Remo, by which time the rain had stopped and there was actually a bit of blue sky, to watch the famous Pelican feed at the fisherman’s co-operative. Not to be outdone by the Pelicans the humans also took advantage of the co-operative’s great fish and chips for lunch. Once re-fuelled we noted that the sky looked less ominous and, inspired by this development, we then headed over the island, visited the Chocolate Factory, went on past the GP Track and then on to The Nobbies. Most club members had a wind assisted walk along the boardwalk, past the nesting sea gulls and down to the infamous Blow Hole. We then retired to the Nobbies Centre for a quick browse and where we observed Michael Cronin stocking up on pirate paraphernalia for some undisclosed purpose. After being

blown back to our VWs we then headed to the caravan park in Cowes to settle in. A few lemonades were sampled in the late afternoon (dehydration is a very dangerous medical condition) during much VW related conversation. Dinner that night was at the Phillip Island RSL where the company, the atmosphere and the tucker were all really great.

Some die-hards kicked on for a while after they returned to the caravan park and were, as a result, noticeably quieter the next day.

Day of the Volkswagen 2009. 60 Years of the Transporter Cavalcade One vehicle from each year of production will be selected for the DOTVW 09 cavalcade and display.

Vehicles will be selected to best represent the range of features and body configurations available across the various production eras. Nominations are open to vehicles in all states of repair including original, restored, modified, works in progress or “as found” condition.

The choice of the vehicles for the display will be at the discretion of the DOTVW committee.

MOTORSPORT EVENTS For information on Motorsports Events contact Michael Clark VWCV Motorsports Co ordinator on 9878 1554

Nominees must be current financial members of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria to be eligible and members may nominate more than one vehicle.

All selected entrants will receive a specially minted 60th Anniversary of the Kombi car badge.

Vehicles to be judged for DOTVW show categories are also eligible to enter for this display. Owners must make additional arrangements for their show and shine entry.

For further information or full event details please contact Andrew Ermel T 9369 1360

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Federation Square 27th September their eyes at its conclusion. One of the museum volunteers who had two tours in Vietnam (and was once a VW owner) personally took us around the Museum and gave us a first hand understanding of what it was like to be there and explained the practical use of the many exhibits, including tanks, helicopters and uniforms. Many club members concluded the visit by having lunch and coffee there before leaving and heading off home at around 1pm.

The weekend had been power packed and had been very successful. Thanks to all the VW nuts that came along and contributed.

The morning saw us travel back to the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia Museum at Newhaven on Phillip Island. We had the rest of Jan and John Stevens. the Ermel Clan, Chris A and Bernie come up from Melbourne and they met us at the museum. A total of 27 members spent the next 2 hours totally enthralled at what the museum had on show. Many of our members had experienced the impact that the Vietnam War had on Australia, mostly in a non-military involvement sense, and the 20 minute sound and light show that commenced the “tour” of the museum brought back heaps of memories and emotions. It was a very moving high tech presentation and more than one VWCV member had tears in

Limited number of cars to be put on display.

For those who are interested details will be available at the August 09 Club meeting.

Event organiser John Stevens 8684 6203 BH 9890 2548 AH.

Volkswagen Club of Victoria Display

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It is a long way off but the word is already out that accommodation at the Valla Beach Holiday Resort for the bi-annual VW Spectacular next year is already very limited.

If you are intending to travel up for this terrific event scheduled for mid next year it might be wise to make a booking very soon. It is likely that there will be, as usual, a big VWCV contingent travelling up for this significant VW extravaganza.

Contact Valla Beach Caravan Park on 02 6589 5555.

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VWCV General Meetings

Membership Application

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Melbourne Club meetings are held every fourth Tuesday of every month at 8pm at Bell’s Hotel, 157 Moray St, South Melbourne, unless advised of an alternative venue in the Club Newsletter.

Membership Application also available at the VWCV website www.vwclub.com.au

VWCV Annual Membership Fees • Single One Year Full Membership $55 • Single 3 Year Full Membership $150 • Additional Family Membership $20 (per extra member).

• Membership Joining Fee $10 (first year members only).

To join the Club, please complete the membership form inside this Newsletter and forward together with cheque for payment to the Club’s postal address as quoted on the form.

Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. Membership Officer GPO Box 1215 MELBOURNE VIC 3001 Phone 0420 967 948 Name(s)

VWCV membership also available on line www.vwclub.com.au

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President Dean Holden Vice-President Brian Reed 9481 5673 breed@bigpond.net.au Secretary Michael Cronin 0419 684 181 Treasurer John Farlow 0418 357 416 farlowj@internex.net.au Additional Committee Members John Stevens & Richard Graham Public Officer John Stevens john.stevens@justice.vic.gov.au Motorsports Co-ordinator Michael Clark 9878 1554 clark1954@optusnet.com.au Social Secretary Richard Graham 0418 527 862 rgraham8@bigpond.net.au Membership Secretary Andrew Mengyel 0420 967 948 vwcvmembership@yahoo.com.au Technical Officer Bill Malkoutzis & Andrew Ermel Editor Tony Albers 0408 330 894 wagensville@hotmail.com Assistant Editor Andrew Ermel 03 9369 1360 AndrewE@brimbank.vic.gov.au Web Master David Holinger david.holinger@rmit.edu.au Advertising Manager Dean Holden 0412 500 588 Club Historian Chris Scane 0417 593 573 historian@vwclub.com.au

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Show and Shine Sunday 15th November 2009 Cranbourne Racecourse

The Day of the Volkswagen 2009 – Judging Arrangements Entry forms and judging criteria for 2009, the main features of which are • Split judging forms for modified and standard vehicles • A bonus points system for standard vehicles to encourage the preservation and display of standard vehicles • Separate ‘Best of Show’ trophies for standard and modified vehicles • Presidents Choice Awards. One modified and one original trophy that will be awarded totally at the discresion of the VW Club of Victoria President • Relaxation of restrictions on entering modified vehicles in standard categories. (Vehicles which are of a standard appearance but are, for example, lowered with different wheels, engine and interior components, can now enter a standard category if they choose. This will avoid their having to compete against heavily modified big budget vehicles.

They may not, however, score bonus points for originality, and as such, presentation and quality of paint, interior, etc will have to be of the highest standard).

DOTVW 2009 Show and Shine Entry Price $20.00 Covers – Vehicle Show and Shine Entry & Driver plus (1) passenger admission and show bag with loads goodies from our sponsors.

Walk in admission/extra passenger $5.00 All VW’s have the opportunity to park in the Show grounds.

Pre-Pay your Show and Shine entry online! visit www.vwclub.com.au Payment (Pay Pal.) can be made via the VWCV web site.

DOTVW Pre-Paid Incentive Pack

• Entry forms have been created for modified vehicles with an expansion of judging criteria and categories

This year the club is offering a DOTVW Pre-Pay Registration Incentive Pack for early Show and Shine registration for the 2009 DOTVW. Each pack will contain a receipt of payment, Show and Shine Registration Sticker for your VW windscreen and a coupon for a limited edition collectors DOTVW 2009 T-Shirt. This T-Shirt coupon can be presented on the day at the Club Stand for collection.

• Introduction of a judges’ choice award. This may go to a vehicle which does not generate a high score but may be of special interest due to being:

Pre-Paid entries close Monday 2nd of November

An historically significant vehicle A one owner original car well preserved A modified vehicle with an individual concept that is new to the VW scene • Under Body judging has been removed from the judging criteria and has been reserved for future Concourse events We are looking forward to the Day of the Volkswagen being a fun day for all and realise that while many great cars will be on display, not everyone can win.

Judges will try to ensure that the judging will be fair for all who enter.

Good luck to all.

Pre-paid entry can be purchased online at www.vwclub.com.au and at the September, October and November club meetings.

What Do You Need To Do? • visit www.vwclub.com.au and complete the DOTVW Show & Shine entry form or • Complete the DOTVW Show & Shine entry form on the back of this page • Make sure you have your name, address and telephone number clearly written on the form • Attach a $20 cheque or money order payable to the Volkswagen Club of Victoria • Send the entry form and your cheque or money order to: VOLKSWAGEN CLUB OF VICTORIA GPO Box 1215 MELBOURNE VIC 3001 A DOTVW Pre-Paid Pack will be mailed out 2 weeks prior to the event.

Proud supporters of the Day of the Volkswagen 09

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Show and Shine Entry Form Sunday 15th November 2009 Cranbourne Racecourse

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ENTRY CATEGORY

Standard

ENTRY CATEGORY

Modified

(select one below category only).

(select one below category only).

BEETLE

GOLF

BEETLE

GOLF

Standard Beetle up to _57

Standard Golf Mk1 & 2

Modified Beetle up to 1967

Modified Golf (All Years)

Standard Beetle up to _67

Standard Golf Mk 3 & 4

Modified Beetle 1968 ON

Standard Beetle 1968 on

Standard Golf Mk 5 & 6

New Beetle All KOMBI

OTHER MODELS

KOMBI

OTHER MODELS

Standard Kombi 1950 to 1967

Water cooled Pre 2000

Modified Kombi up to 1967

Modified Karmann Ghia

Kombi Baywindow 1968 ON

Water cooled 2000 ON

Modified Bay Kombi 1968 ON

Modified Type 3 & 4

Transporter T3, T4 & T5

Standard Type 3 & 4

Best Audi

Kombi Camper All Years

Standard Karmann Ghia

Kit Car & Variants

Sychros All Models

Best Original Rat Best Modified Rat

OFFICIAL USE ONLY (Please leave below Judging areas free).

OFFICIAL USE ONLY (Please leave below Judging areas free).

JUDGING CATEGORIES

BONUS POINTS (Standard cars only)

JUDGING CATEGORIES

Body and Paint

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Period Appearance of Paint

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General Appearance

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Interior/Upholstery

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Period Appearance of Car

/1

Body Work & Paint

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Under Bonnet/Storage

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Standard Headlights/Tail lights

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Engine

/10

Body Moulds and Trims

“Interior, Upholstery, Steering Wheel, and Instrumentation”

/10

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Under Bonnet & Storage Areas

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Engine & Transmission

/10

Bonus Points Originality

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Standard Engine Type

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Standard Exhaust Type

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Standard Carburettor

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Innovation (Eg. Handmade Body Parts or Retrofitted Tailights.)

/10

Standard Wheel Type & Size

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TOTAL

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Standard Type Seats

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Standard Type Carpets

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Standard Type Headlining

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Original Accessory

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BONUS POINTS Current Models (+1 Point/year since manufacture.

Current Production Models Only.)

/5

TOTAL

SUB-TOTAL

“Wheels, Tires & Suspension”

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Total Score

Total Score

Entry Number

OFFICIAL USE ONLY (Please leave Entry Number area free).

ENTRANT USE (Please fill out the below areas).

VEHICLE DETAILS

OWNER DETAILS

Registration

Name

Year of Manufacture

Address

Colour Telephone

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