www.adelaideantiqueauto.org.au Dec 2017 Jan 2018 No 381
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The articles and views expressed in this newsletter are not nec-
essarily those of the editor, the committee of the AAAC or the
contributor
OTHER APPOINTMENTS NON COMMITTEE
• Hi Members
• Time goes very quickly. This is my fourth newsletter. Please read about the amendments to the consti-tution on page 4 which will be voted on at an Extra Ordinary General Meeting on Friday 19th January 2018.
• Happy New Year
• Cheers Carol
Editor CLUB DIRECTORY
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Verification Officer Arthur Doecke 8261 0356
Alistair Buckley 8370 5560
Assistant Historic Brian Davey 8265 1358 / 0400 826 969
Vehicle Registrar Unit 9/20 Amber Rd, Hope Valley 5098
Alistair Buckley
Ric Ottaway 8431 4054
CCC Rep Brian & Cynthia Davey
Federation Rep Brian Davey
Assistant Federation Rep Arthur Doecke
Newsletter Production John & Robyn Sommers
Swap meet Reports Neil Perrin
Webmaster /name badges Steve Thiselton
President Reg Courteney
83378117
Vice President Shane Conry 82895585
11 Quality Crt Wynn Vale 5127
Secretary Charlie Mifsud 0417 878 857
19 Austral Tce Malvern 5061
Treasurer Russell Hermann
11/387 Halifax St Adelaide 5000
Club Captain Peter Williams 82645494
10 Canara Ave Para Hills 5096
Committee Members Arthur Doecke 8261 0356
15 Patricia St Hillcrest 5086
Membership Sec. & Steve Thiselton 8431 4326
Public Officer 30 Moules Road Magill 5072
Editor Carol – Ann Williams
Historic Vehicle Brian Collins 8381 4484
Registrar 51 Horndale Drive Happy Valley 5159
Basil Rowe 83251907
MINI COOPER S PICK UP
AAA WEBBSITE www.adelaideantiqueauto.org.au Have a look its in colour, if you would prefer an electronic
copy please contact the club Webb Master, Steve Thiselton,
he will add you to his mailing list. Show your friends on their
computer ! They are also welcome to our club.
EXTRA ORDINARY GENERAL MEETING
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EXTRA ORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF ADELAIDE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB INC
Members are advised that your committee has called an Extra Ordinary General Meeting for January 19th, 2018 that will be
held at the Combine Car Club Rooms at Clarke Terrace, Glandore and will commence at 8.15pm.
This meeting is being called to discuss and vote on proposed changes to the Club’s Constitution to streamline the Com-
mittee’s ability to manage the affairs of the club. The proposed changes are detailed below for consideration, and if felt ap-
propriate, to be passed:
Signed by Shane Conry as Vice President, Adelaide Antique Automobile Club Inc per Clause 9 ( ii ) of the Constitution
.......Shane Conry......................
Motion 1 of 2
That Cause 4 f ( i ) be modified
4. MEMBERSHIP
(f) Voting
(i) Only full members shall have the right to hold any office in the club and to vote at any election held by the club.
be modified to read:
4. MEMBERSHIP
(f) Voting
(i) Only full members shall have the right to vote at any election held by the club.
Motion 2 of 2: That Clause 10 be modified: From:
10. MANAGEMENT
The management of the club shall be vested in the committee which shall consist of President, Vice-President, Sec-retary, Treasurer, Club Captain, and two other committee members. At any time the committee shall have the
power to increase the number of other committee members.
be modified to read:
10. MANAGEMENT
The management of the club shall be vested in the committee which shall consist of President, Vice-President, Sec-retary, Treasurer, Club Captain, and two other committee members. At any time the committee shall have the pow-er to increase the number of other committee members. Should an elected office-bearer resign or be unable for any reason to complete their elected term then the committee shall have the power to appoint a replacement office-bearer to serve for the balance of the term remaining
Morgan Living River Festival 2017
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As I had not entered our boat we decided to give the Morris MO a run weather looked perfect. Stopped at Truro for
a stretch then cut across towards Eudunda, a couple of kilometres after Dutton two kangaroos stood up and watched
us pass. Just out of Eudunda on the Thiele Highway there is a property owned by an obvious Morris - Austin enthu-
siast, the number of vehicles around the house has decreased guess they must be selling a few most would be only
good for spares. Noticed on the old EBA Railway Siding (10kms before Morgan) there is a lady sitting on a seat
next to man standing with his dog waiting for a train, don’t know who put them there a welcome distraction on a
boring section of road. We arrived in Morgan the same time as the Peterborough Car Club, so we parked with them.
This year the festival was celebrating PS Canally’s 110th birthday and PS Marion’s 120th birthday. PS Canally has
had a lot of work done to its hull this year don’t think she will sink again engine restoration has also commenced. PS
Industry had steamed down from Renmark for the celebrations the Industry has the best sounding engine could lis-
ten to it all day. PS Marion and Industry were giving cruises, while the PS Marion was up river a couple of wake
boats tied up in her area despite calls for their owners to return it wasn’t until they were being dragged out of the
way before the owners returned, guess they were in the Pub pity as half of us were hoping the Marion would park on
top of them. As you can tell I am not a wake boat fan.
Putt Putts made regular excursions up and down the river most powered by single cylinder engines. Four or five
clubs had their stationary engines on display that added to the atmosphere. We left early (2ish) to see a couple of
friends across the river before heading home.
The run home was uneventful until between Kapunda and Freeling on a rise the sudden smell of steam had us on the
side of the road, a 4-inch crack across the head had us calling for a tow. Disappointing end to an excellent day’s run
we will be back next year, I have not looked at the Morris yet hope it is only the head.
Jenny & John Badcock
PS MARION PS INDUSTRY PB CURLEW PS CANALLLY
1938 PLYMOUTH HOLDEN HR UTE MORRIS OXFORD 1952 CHEVROLET BEL AIR 1960
BLAXLAND PUP BUZACOT 2HP PERRY LISTER 6 HP DIESEL
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General Events Calendar
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JANUARY
Combined run with Volvo and Saab Car Clubs
Sunday 28 January 2018
Meet at Club Rooms at 10.00 am for a 10.30 start
Organised by Peter Williams
Sunday 21st Hahndorf & Districts Lions Club Swap Meet
Hahndorf Oval Sunday 21st January All Holden Day 9 am to 4 pm Wigley Reserve Glenelg
FEBRUARY
Sunday 4th February Auto Jumble Swap Meet, Show & Shine
Encounter Bay Football Oval Victor Harbor
Sunday 11th February All British Day Echunga
Sunday 18th February Rotary Club of Murray Bridge
Swap Meet Murray Bridge Show Grounds
Sunday 18th February All American Day Car Show Tilley Reserve Hancock Road Surrey Downs Sunday 25th February AAA Breakfast Get Together Combined Car Club Rooms
MARCH
Sunday 4th March Clare Swap Meet
Clare
Sunday 11th March 41st Campbelltown Swap meet New Venue: Kilburn Oval & Sports Complex, Lionel Avenue Kilburn Sunday 18th March Historic Motor Vehicle Gathering Adelaide Parklands
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GENERAL EVENTS
Combined Run with Volvo and Saab Car Clubs
Sunday 28th January 2018
10.00 am meet at the Combined Club Rooms Glandore for a 10.30 am start
BYO Lunch, drinks, chairs, etc
Run sheet will be handed out on day
Hot Weather Rule
If the temperature is 35 degrees or above, there will be no organised club run. However, if you wish to participate on any run it
will be voluntary, your choice. This does not apply to the Christmas run. As broadcast on Channel 7 TV news, on the Saturday
evening prior to a run.
for more swap meet info www.bevenyoung.com.au
Meetings, third Friday of each month
(except December)
January 19th 2018 8.00 pm
Combined Car Club Rooms
Committee Meeting
Have an idea for a run?
Why not help organize a club run
AAA Breakfast Get Together
Sunday 25th February 2018
Cooked Breakfast supplied by AAA Car Club
Breakfast starts at 9 am at Combined Club Rooms Glandore
Friday 16th February 2018
Technical Evening
Guest Speaker Colin Cornelius
Discussion Constructing a Racing Car
CLUB CAPTAINS REPORT
I would like to thank Lisa Thiselton and Graham Banks who volunteered to become members of the sub committee to assist
in co-ordinating future club outings. The sub committee will be meeting every three months to discuss the future runs.
Thank you to Ric and Libby Ottaway who placed a run suggestion in the suggestion box, we will be contacting you in the near
future. I would like to see more people using the suggestion box by putting forward ideas for future outings so that there will
be a variety of outings for all club members.
Peter Williams
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Bits and Pieces
CLUB CAR
BADGES
Now Available
$20.00 each
FEDERATION WEBSITE
www.fhmcsa.org.au
Post your thoughts on the Federation or Conditional
Registration, let people know of events of interest,
seek technical help or buy, sell or swap.
Bits and Pieces
For Sale
Models cars, Dinky, Corgi etc
mainly Studebaker models
U.S.A Models quite rare
Pocket watches
Studebaker pocket watches in
working condition 90 to 100 Years old
they all come with a watch holder and
plastic dome to cover them.
Contact Ray Crunkhorn
Call Anytime 0417 876 286
Notice to Advertisers
All Vehicles offered for sale should
quote their registration number or en-
gine number if not registered
Advert will appear for 3 months from first pub-
NAME BADGES At our last committee meeting we discussed the display, or lack there-of, of members name badges. When the club holds is General Meetings at Glan-dore the attendee name Tags are available and should be worn. These also have a number on the back that is easy to remember and shows where the Tag needs to be returned in the case after the meeting concludes. This number should also appear in the sign-in book on entry to the meetings. However, the Meeting Tags can’t leave the club room and so members are encouraged to wear their Green name badge when on club runs. These make it easier when meeting and chatting with peo-ple. If you have lost your badge or never had one see our Treasurer to buy a replacement. Options and prices in the club merchandise advert in the magazine. Its not a big deal but it is much easier for new and established members to meet and talk to someone when they have a name to address people by. If you are like me and have a name memory problem…and who doesn’t…then it’s a convenient way to get to know people. It seems an easy ask and is a real ice-breaker for new members. Maybe leave the badge in your car?
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GLENELG CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
We had a fabulous time at the Glenelg Christmas pageant today! 26 November 2017
Unfortunately Betsy (1924 Oakland) decided at the last minute that she didn't want to be in it, but as they say "the show must go on". Great job by all our dancers today and a big thank you to all of our teachers and helpers.
PS...For all the technically minded the vacuum tank stopped functioning.....now a work in progress.
Brian Collins.
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BAY TO BIRDWOOD 2017
24th September was the Bay to Birdwood run for 2017. This year is was for the classic category of vehicles meaning
cars from 1 January 1956 to 31 December 1986. Thus 30 years to 60 years. And there were lots there !
We arrived at the start about 7.45 and already there were many hundreds of cars at the line up.
The concourse cars of course were spectacular and this run was one of the first to feature a new judging class being
Preservation Class. This was quite interesting as it was for cars, listed as entered for judging, that were deemed to
be largely original, authentic in every respect and not restored. Unlike the Concourse D’Elegance the owners did
not need a theme or to dress up to match the car era. First time judging for Classic cars.
The first cars were flagged off at 8.30 as planned. A little earlier than in previous years as the entry level was high
with over 1700 cars present. And a new route was set out with cars travelling up Anzac Highway all the way to West
Terrace, then through the City Centre on Grote and Wakefield Streets to the dreaded Dequetteville Round-About
Then north east on Fullarton to Payneham and Lower North East. All the way to the foot Anstey Hill where we
joined Grad Junction Road for a climb to Houghton and connected to the old route to Birdwood via Inglewood.
There were cars galore. However the glorious spring weather was kind to us with moderate temperatures and blue
skies making it a very enjoyable, albeit busy, drive to Birdwood. Some congestion at the West Terrace Turn. A small
heart stopping moment on the Anstey Hill climb when, on rounding a bend in the “fast” lane under heavy accelera-
tion to find an air cooled Fiat (I Think) had failed and blocked the lane with 4 cars already banked up. An unfortu-
nate place to have to find a roadside shelter for them I think being in a cutting with no shoulder.
Other than that it was a nice ride to Birdwood. By the time we arrived (some 80 minutes I think delayed from the
8.30 start until we could move off) we were relegated to the back paddock which I was hoping to avoid as there had
been significant rain the days before and I thought may be boggy. However, all was sound underfoot.
We had a good look around at the huge range of automotive metal on display. Just wonderful. Many cars had trav-
elled from interstate. We wandered over to the judging enclosure to watch the last few minutes of the judging.
Down to the final 5 Concours D’Elegance cars and the final 5 Preservation Class cars. I noted that one of the preser-
vation contenders was a very nice UK car but, in respect of originality and authenticity I noted it had had some work
done as the chrome trims were from an earlier series. Still a nice car. It did not take the trophy but was an impres-
sive close finisher. The Preservation Class winner was a delightful (and huge) Pontiac Bonneville 2 door coupe.
The final Concours D’Elegance winner a simply magnificent 1967 Bathurst Monaro presented better than original show room with some really original accessories…like a Bathurst Steel Esky, Sales Brochures, Colour selector pam-phlets and some advertising posters. A very worthy winner that just pipped an equally original XU1 Torana 2 Door to the line. Shane Conry
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AAA MEMORIAL RUN DECEMBER 2017
The weather was perfect for our run, which had the interesting title of “Visiting Multicultural Places of Worship”.
I drove our 1969 MGB, and without a Navigator, I was a bit apprehensive about being able to find my way around Adelaide, and answer quiz questions. I needn’t have worried, as I was partnered with well known Rally Navigator and Raconteur Chris Gray !
Our first stop was the Holy Cross Catholic Church on Goodwood Road, where we had to record what was on the spire.
We then turned right into Greenhill Road, and answered a question regarding the Russian Orthodox Church, then on to Unley Road and South Terrace, then on to Halifax Street, where we correctly identified the Saint John the Evangelist Church.
We then passed the Kent Town Uniting Church on Fullarton Road and the Mormon Temple on Lower Portrush Road. We cruised almost the entire length of Regency Road, heading West, where we passed the Al Kahli Mosque, then turned left into Cheltenham Parade, viewing the Jehovah Witness building. It was then a left turn into Port Road, where we observed the Saint Margaret’s Anglican and the Serbian Orthodox churches.
Nearing the end of our ride [ and thinking of the B-B-Q to come], we visited the Saint Patrick “Italian” Catholic Church in Grote Street, then into Franklin Street, where we found the Greek Orthodox church of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel. That was the end of the run [ so I thought ], so we headed back to the clubrooms for lunch. As we handed in our run-sheets, I discov-ered that “someone” had not seen the 4th page containing a list of questions to be completed ? Oh well, there went the prize ???
Seriously, my thanks to Chris for a most entertaining drive, to Coral and David for their always great novelty run, and to Ed and his helpers back at the clubrooms, for another great lunch.
Best Wishes to all for a safe festive season and a prosperous 2018.
John Sommers.
ATTENDEES
Bob & Marie Winen John Sommers Basil Rowe
Isaac Joyce Brenton & Keryn Watkins Kerry Williams and Family
Tracy Neal & Philip Stephen & Lisa Thiselton Anne & Steve McNicol
Dick & Inez Johnson Geoff & Geraldine Mason James Borgas
Ian, Judith and Wendy Matthews Gary Morden Roger & Kay Keane
Mike & Heather Mundy Shane Conry Edd & Chris Gray
Gordon & Heather Ings John & Jenny Badcock
Just for a laugh
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General Information SA AIRCRAFT MUSEUM
This run was the first run for my 1929 Buick and all went well.
The run route was an easy drive and we got a few green lights which was even better. The
weather was great and i don't think anyone got left behind.
The Aircraft Museum was very interesting and it covered South Australian history with
aircraft, either donated or on loan as was the case with the F1-11 which was on loan from
the RAAF.
I thought the new hangar was the perfect shed size and was my ultimate dream. A few peo-
ple mentioned they could make use of the workshop and all the equipment and tools. In all
a great facility which has a growing collection.
The lunch at the Anchor was excellent and they did a good job getting us all fed in a
reasonable time.
John McCulloch
Charlie & Mary Mifsud 1971 Ford XYGT
Barry Scrimshaw & Brian Collins 1992 Ford EB
Ian, Judith & Wendy Mathews 1968 Toyota Corona
Bob & Marie Winen 1974 Holden HQ Sedan
Dick & Inez Johnson 1958 Austin Lancer
Chris & Jenyne Morden 1938 38 Buick
Ric & Libby Ottoway 1970 MGB GT
Marie & Charlie Costanzo 1961 Fiat
Rob & Muriel Carter 1975 Range Rover Classic
Roger Keane 1962 EJ Holden Station Wagon
Gary Morden 1962 Dodge
Shane & Janice Conry 1927 Essex
Geoff & Geraldine Mason 1974 VW Kombi
Robyn & John Summers 2017 Toyota Rav 4
Alistair Buckley 1963 Jaguar E Type
Dennis Fordham & Rosalie Elsworth 1969 Mitsubishi Colt 1100F
Gordon Ines 2015 Mazda 2
John McCulloch 1929 Buick
Neville Pauley 2010 2000Merc
Graeme & Brida Jones 2002 Toyota L/C
Carol & Peter Williams & Karen Turner 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
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SA AIRCRAFT MUSEUM
1929 BUICK
SPITFIRE
NEW HANGAR RED BARON LANCASTER NOSE TURRET
F1 11 JET MAIN HANGAR LUNCH AT ANCHOR PORT ADELAIDE
General Information
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Internet Sites of Interest
Austin 7 Club of SA www.austin7clubsa.com.au
Bordertown Vehicles Restorers Club www.bvrc.com.au
Chrysler restorers Club www.chrysler-restorers-sa.org.au
Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs of SA www.fhmcsa.org.au
Gawler Car Club www.gawlercarclub.onoz.net
Hillman car Club of SA www.sa.hillman.org.au
Maitland Auto Preservation Society www.maps-yp.org
Military Vehicle Collectors Society of SA www.military-vehicle-museum.org.au
AAAC General Meeting Minutes
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Minutes of the AAAC General Meeting held on the 17th November 2017 at CCC Clubrooms
Meeting opened - 8.00 pm; Chaired by Shaun Conry V.P. Present approx. – 39 members.
Visitors Chris Symons.
Apologies - As per apologies book.
Sick List – Reg Courteney.
Minutes of previous meeting as printed in the Magazine.
Moved – Phil Franklin Seconded – Ian Matthews Carried.
Business arising from minutes - Nil.
Correspondence In –
Letters – 2 Police Credit Union, Minutes from CCC, Minutes from FHMC.
Magazines - Crank Talk, Rover Drive, Steering Column.
Invitation to the 13th Cousin Jack Rally, May 6th 2018.
Correspondence Out – Nil.
Business arising from the Correspondence – Nil.
Membership Report - 93 members plus 2 pending
Editor: - Please Email any Show and Shine. Food recipes, Gatherings and Articles of interest direct to the Editor. Please note new email address to Editor in our Newsletter.
Historic Vehicle Registrar – Nothing to report. Brian also has the old girl in the Glenelg Christmas Pageant.
Club Captain – Peter asked for any ideas from members concerning future runs. January Run on the 28th 2018 will be with the Volvo Club.
Federation Report – Nil to Report. A. Doecke is away.
CCC Report – Nil to Report.
Swap Meets – Nil to Report.
General Business – Lisa Thiselton spoke on behalf of Basil Rowe concerning a very special vehicle that he pur-chased as a tribute to his partner Lynn Mason on her passing as a way to always remember her. David Westley spoke about the Christmas Memorial Run on the 10th of December. As a Mystery Run, he said people will need to attended this to see what the Christmas Theme is. It will be 10am assembly at the club for a 10.30 start and back at the club by 12 noon for lunch.
Meat for Christmas lunch is supplied by the club, please bring a salad and sweets to share. BYO everything else. Sunday Run to Aviation Museum and after lunch at the Port Anchor Hotel, 9.30am for a 10.00am start at the Club Rooms. Malcolm Goldsworthy is organising a run for March 2018 more information at our next meeting in the new year.
Meeting closed at 8.30 pm.
Malcolm Goldsworthy presented a slide show of Club Members Steve and Lisa Thiselton’s wedding day, with a run-ning commentary from Malcolm, Lisa and Steve, much enjoyed by all present. Tea, coffee and biscuits were en-joyed by whoever wanted to hang around after the meeting.
General meetings: 8 pm, 3rd Friday (excl. December), Combined Car Clubs Room, Clark Ave., Glandore.
Membership Fees: Nominations $10. Annual $40 (half fee for new applicants after 1st January).
Subscription renewal: Due 1st July, if unpaid, lapses 31st July.
Vehicle Eligibility: All cars, commercials and motorcycles of historic interest or other vehicles as
approved by the committee.
Club Sales: Cloth, Lapel & Car Badges – see Steve Thiselton.
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