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NOVEMBER 2015

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1970 Z28 CamaroMember Rides

more details on pg 16

Early Bird deals with The UK & Europe Find out more on pg 6-7

NEW ZEALAND DIRECTOR PHILIP SAXTONFind out more on pg 3

MAKING SURE YOUR CHRISTMAS IS A MERRY ONE Find out more on pg 11

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Check out the new Preferred Suppliers in this months Sparks!- See inside front page of Sparks

Cover photo by mike peffers

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Contents

For the best interests of our members

CAPRICORN news

2CEO Message

2My Shout Winners -

September

3New ZealandDirector

Philip Saxton

3Upcoming Events

4-5The new V8 Calendar

brings change

6-7Early Bird deals with

The United Kingdom

& Europe

8-9Member Profiles

10Capricorn AGM 2015

11Making sure your

Christmas is a merry

one

12-13Supplier Focus

14TaT Biz

15Bonus Reward Points

15Tech Tips

16Member Rides

17Rides of the Future -

Porsche Mission E

17Gift Cards for

Christmas

18Classifieds

19Fun Zone

Making it Easier in 2015Welcome to the november edition of ignition. i would like to thank all of the members who recently attended the 2015 annual general meeting. the agm highlighted the fantastic performance of Capricorn for the year ended 30 June 2015, with record member purchases, fantastic returns to members and substantial net dividends. these results are testament to the strength of the Capricorn cooperative model.

this month we welcome the appointment of a new Capricorn Chairman, russell Becker. russell has served as Capricorn director and we wish him all the best in his new role as Chairman. the results of recent director elections saw the appointment of philip saxton as the new new Zealand director. philip brings with him a unique skill set and experience that will benefit Capricorn.

We would also like to acknowledge and bid farewell to previous Capricorn Chairman and director, Colin Heavyside and new Zealand director, russell green. We thank both Colin and russell for their service and wish them all the best in their future endeavours.

the november edition is packed with informative articles as well as some regular features which i am sure you will enjoy.

Warmest regards,

greg Wallgroup Ceo

Congratulations to the following Capricorn members who have won 25,000 reward points simply by shopping with our Convention partners in september.

• nsW & aCt: WaYne eHsman aUto eleCtriCs

• ViC & tas: J a mCdonald aUto repairs

• Wa: aUtoBaHn meCH & eleC roCKingHam

• sa & nt: aliCe springs BraKe & ClUtCH

• Qld: maC’s aUto serViCe Centre

thank you to the following preferred suppliers for being part of this great incentive!

Congratulations to the 25,000 points winners!

WIN 25,000

REWARD POINTS

Capricorn is giving away a whopping 25,000 reward points in every zone* in August, September and October.

TO ENTER! Simply spend $500 or more** on any single transaction with any of the 2016 Capricorn Convention sponsoring Preferred Suppliers listed below. Receive up to a maximum of six entries per month depending on your spend. Reward

Points are allocated on a monthly draw.The Capricorn Convention Member competition Terms and Condition apply, visit

www.capricorn.coop/TC for details.

Plus, look out for the My Shout logo in Sparks for details on how you can also win a trip for two to the 2016 Capricorn Convention in San Diego.

ShoutMyCapricorn Convention 2016*Zones are WA, NSW/ACT, VIC/TAS, QLD & SA/NT

**Purchases of $100 or more from The Cartridge Family and / or Autodata shall entitle Members to entry into the draw.

Congratulations to the following Capricorn Members who have won 25,000 Reward Points, simply by shopping with our Convention partners.

AUGUST WINNERS: NSW: MG AUTOS

VIC/TAS: G-WIZ AUTOMOTIVE

WA: D & W PANELBEATING

SA/NT: MCLAREN VALE AUTOMOTIVE & TYRE

QLD: ROD’S MECHANICAL & PARTS


Upcoming Events

All bookings will receive email confirmation. Please check these details carefully and advise of any amendments or if you have not received confirmation before the event.

To register for a Capricorn event, visit www.capricorn.coop/events log in to download a registration form. For further information please call our events team on 1800 327 437

or email [email protected]

Western Australia

27 November 2015• Wa golf day

25 February 2016• Kalgoorlie member night

15 March 2016• Bunbury member night

Victoria

7 November 2015• dinner & display

24 February 2016• Ballarat district member

night

25 February 2016• Horsham member night

Queensland

12 November 2015• north Brisbane member

night

South Australia

4 November 2015• port pirie member night

11 February 2016• gawler member night

18 March 2016• sa golf day

National

30 April - 7 May 2016• Capricorn Convention san

diego

3-6 March 2016• Clipsal 500

New Zealand Director Philip Saxton the Capricorn Board

of directors welcomes

philip saxton, who was

elected by ballot as our

new Zealand director

in the 2015 Capricorn

director elections. this

is philip’s first time on

Capricorn’s Board, and

he will serve a 4 year

term.

philip brings to the role his own unique skills and

experience, having been involved in the automotive

industry for over 25 years. He started as an

apprentice in an all makes and model workshop,

before completing an advanced trade Certificate

and then securing the role of after sales operation

manager at a local toyota dealership. now the

owner and operator of two automotive workshops

in Wellington, philip has succeeded in his ambition

of running his own business.

a member of Capricorn since 2005, philip is

currently also a member of the nZ mta, president

of the mta Wellington and Chairman of the mta

national Working group. He is also actively

involved in a number of voluntary community

organisations, including as president of a not-for-

profit organisation.

philip’s commitment to Capricorn and extensive

experience in the automotive industry in both

operational and governance capacities, will be a

valuable contribution to the Capricorn Board.

For more news from the 2015 Capricorn agm, see

page 10.


by Paul Marinellithe 2016 australian V8 supercar Championship series calendar delivers some major changes which should prove to be pivotal to the sport’s growth in both event and television audience reach.

australia’s premier motor racing series had faced long term criticism, from both fans and the media in relation to the long gaps that existed between several of the V8 supercar rounds. this had the effect of the sport losing momentum with fans, while also resulting in a reduction of mainstream media coverage. the main focus of the criticism was that the sport would find itself lost in the myriad of australian sporting event media coverage and for general sports fans, it would be impossible to remember when races were being held.

as any sports administrator will tell you, the frequency of reaching your consumer market is imperative to the success of any sport, providing the maximum exposure for the sport and all of its sponsors, in which now more than ever, is a matter of survival.

You have to feel for the sport’s administrators though, as scheduling a calendar of events is never a simple task, particularly when the aim is to try and avoid direct conflicts with other motor racing and major events that can take many sets of eyes away from your sport. in the case of motor racing, no calendar can be finalised until the Formula one calendar is settled each year, which can cause significant problems. another important factor is to allow time for the teams to be able to repair and prepare their cars for each event.

after a number of V8 supercar seasons which saw gaps in some cases of over a month between events, largely due to event conflicts, scheduling issues with specific venues and weather considerations getting in the way, V8 supercars australia seems to have found the optimum balance for the 2016 season. their solution provides event regularity along with the addition of an exciting new international event within the asian region.

according to V8 supercars Ceo James Warburton, “We have taken a close look at the calendar and developed something that we believe will be great for the teams, drivers and fans across australia. this more compact calendar delivers consistent and regular events throughout the season and expands the championship into asia in what is a truly exciting development for the sport. We believe that it will result in an even bigger following for our sport both locally and overseas with

bigger crowds along with our expanded television coverage on both Fox sports and network ten.”

Highlights of the 2016 V8 Supercar season include:

• the Clipsal 500 adelaide remains the season opener from march 3-6 (You can use your reward points to join Capricorn at their exclusive corporate facility at this event)

• phillip island round moves from november to april, thereby following the australian grand prix in melbourne

• a brand new championship event to be held on the streets of downtown Kuala lumpur from august 12 to 14

• shorter breaks between all events with one four week winter break

• the sydney 500 to end the season from november 25-27 instead of december

Here’s the complete 2016 V8 Supercar Calendar:

march 3-6 Clipsal 500 - adelaide (sa)

march 17-20 australian Formula one grand prix - albert park (ViC)

apr 1- 3 tasmania supersprint - symmons plains (tas)

april 15-17 phillip island supersprint, phillip island (ViC)

may 6-8 perth supersprint - Barbagallo (Wa)

may 20-22 Winton supersprint - Winton (ViC)

June 17-19 triple Crown, darwin - Hidden Valley (nt)

July 8-10 townsville 400, reid park (Qld)

July 22-24 ipswich supersprint, Queensland

august 12-14 Kl City grand prix, Kuala lumpur - malaysia

august 26-28 sydney supersprint, sydney motorsport park (nsW)

september 16-18 sandown 500, sandown (ViC)

october 6-9 Bathurst 1000, mount panorama (nsW)

october 21-23 gold Coast 600, surfers paradise (Qld)

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november 4-6 auckland 500, pukekohe park (nZ)

november 25-27 sydney 500, sydney olympic park (nsW)

Fitting in 16 events across nine months from march to november, the stand-outs of the 2016 season will once again be the spectacular season opener on the streets of adelaide, the Clipsal 500, closely followed by the australian Formula one grand prix which takes place just two weeks later. the extremely popular darwin round retains a June slot, with the townsville 400 preceding the inaugural Kl City grand prix V8 supercar round in malaysia. after a display event held in august this year with just five V8 supercars, the tight downtown street circuit is sure to provide plenty of action when the full field of V8 supercars go to battle there for the first time as a championship round. the two-driver endurance races get underway from september as per usual, with auckland’s pukekohe raceway marking the second international event of the season in early november, just ahead of the sydney olympic park season finale.

remember that Capricorn travel can assist you to visit any of these events during 2016.

BRINGS CHANGE


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each year, millions of tourists are drawn to europe and the United Kingdom and it’s easy to see why. Boasting ancient cities, beautiful country side, dramatic coastlines and vibrant modern cultures there is plenty for everyone to enjoy.

Known as the “ultimate travel destination”, europe and the United Kingdom offer a diverse range of amazing and unforgettable experiences for all travellers.

a photographer’s dream, you will discover picturesque views wherever you are. gazing out from the idyllic cafes that dot each town much like the unique cobblestones underfoot or conquering staggering monuments like the eiffel tower in France, stonehenge in Wiltshire, Big Ben in the heart of london or the leaning tower of pisa in italy.

dining encounters are an experience all of their own! sample some authentic family recipes in tuscany, indulge in traditional dishes throughout greece, treat yourself to delectable pastries in France or kick back and sip pints of lager while carbing up on some hearty english pub grub. Whatever your tastebuds crave, there is a cuisine fit for everyone.

in conjunction with Viva! Holidays, you can take-on the UK and europe however you like with an array of tours and accommodation packages available. either relax among the alluring islands and leisurely stroll throughout the cities, taking in the sights in a laid-back manner. or you may want to go with the tourist approach, taking on the best of each country to tick off as many ‘bucket list’ items as possible. – whatever your idea of a holiday, the experiences on offer in the UK and europe are ones that will please any visitor.

make a historical journey across the shores and experience a myriad of options from bustling cities, wineries and relaxing islands. stop flirting with the idea of spending days, upon weeks of touring some of the most beautiful areas in the world, and expose yourself to an array of different cultures, climates, histories, cuisines and sights, why not book with us today. On Sale to 30 November 2015.

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Tyre Right MelvilleHow did you first hear about Capricorn?

Just through being in the industry.

How has being a Member benefited your business?

everything from insurance to accessing preferred suppliers to the one statement.

How do you use your Reward Points?

We have not used any yet but we will be using them for travel soon.

Have you attended any Capricorn events?

no, not yet.

Do you use any other Capricorn services?

i have used Capricorn Finance and the insurance, it's just so convenient to have it all on the one account.

What is a recent business achievement?

Joining a national brand which has added another level to our business with tyres.

A tip (technical or otherwise) you would like to share?

Being honest and upfront with customers. What is the best thing about being in the automotive industry?

Cars will always need fixing, so there is always work around!

My Capricorn membership means…

one statement, i don't have to pay lots of separate bills, it has just made life easier!

At Capricorn, we never lose sight of the

fact that we exist for, and because of, our

Members. We put the spotlight on four of

your fellow Members.

Seaside AutomotiveHow did you first hear about Capricorn?

a Capricorn area manager called past and presented the business model. it was a no brainer.


networking opportunities at events and having instant credit with

preferred suppliers around australia is fantastic.


We use Capricorn travel to book airfares and sometimes use towards our account.


We just attended the sa dinner & display, it was one of the best

yet! the comedian, Jeff green had us crying with laughter!


We use purple pages to source new preferred suppliers when

needed.

A recent business achievement?

We have just had our second staff member graduate the Bosch service

excellence Business training and have two staff almost complete the

Bosh diagnostic technician certificates.


We have found that the most upset customers become this way when

there has been a lack of communication. Keep them informed!

What is the best thing about being in the automotive industry?

the friendships created with other auto workshop owners.

My Capricorn membership means...

access to hundreds of preferred suppliers who give instant credit and

a reward system for every dollar spent.

bosch car service centre, Port noarlunga, sa4 eMPloyees

37 yrs in oPeration 15 years as a caPricorn MeMber

Mechanical & tyre workshoP, Myaree, wa2 eMPloyees

36 years in oPeration 10 years as a caPricorn MeMber


Brakes Plus BundabergHow did you first hear about Capricorn?

our area manager dropped in.


there is less administration for us, it's a simplified account and we get instant credit!


We pay our account with them.


We have been to the Convention before, it was great to talk directly with preferred suppliers!


Yes, we also use the purple pages.


We recently purchased new equipment.


pay all of your bills on time!


We get to fix our own car!


peace of mind and instant credit with new suppliers.

Member Profiles

Metro Mechanical and LubeHow did you first hear about Capricorn?

recommended by a friend – doug miller from West Coast eFi.


Being with Capricorn saves time, there's less administration, simplified accounting, instant credit with preferred suppliers and access to top name preferred suppliers!


looking to go overseas next year, so would like to use them through Capricorn travel.


possibly the 2016 Convention in san diego!


purple pages and looking at insurance through Capricorn risk services.


We recently put on another mechanic and possible equipment expansion.


Being in Capricorn.


it makes business easier with less administration and more time with family and fishing!

Mechanical, JanDakot, wa3 eMPloyees

6 yrs in oPeration 6 years as a caPricorn MeMber

Mechanical workshoP, bunDaberg, qlD8 eMPloyees

7 years in oPeration 5 years as a caPricorn MeMber

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thank you to all the members

who par tic ipated in and

attended Capricorn’s 2015

annual general meeting.

it gave me great pleasure as

your new Chair to talk about

the excellent performance of

Capricorn for the year ended

30 June 2015. Capricorn

member purchases exceeded a$1.41 billion, a new

Capricorn record.

Capricorn also continued to deliver fantastic returns

to its members. Financial benefits distributed from the

financial year approximated a$39 million, including

over a$24 million of reward points.

Capricorn has also declared a net dividend of 11%

(effective 15.7% gross dividend Yield) for Capricorn’s

contributed equity as at 30 June 2015. references

to gross yield mean where full franking credits are

available. the dividend has been paid and was fully

franked in australia and partially franked in new

Zealand.

Resolutions Approved

the meeting also approved the selective share buy-

back resolution meaning that members can continue

to unlock value stored in Capricorn shares. in the

last financial year Capricorn returned a$5.5 million to

members through the buy-back scheme.

Director Election Vote Count

the results of this year’s director elections were

announced at the agm. mr philip saxton was elected

by a ballot of Zone 6 members for the first time as

the new new Zealand director to serve a 4 year term.

the vote count was philip saxton 219 votes, andrew

Beccard 173 votes, Watchman rivers 43 votes and lee

Burridge 33 votes.

Congratulations to philip who brings his own unique

skills and experience that will only benefit Capricorn.

His profile appears on page 3 of this month's edition

of ignition. thank you to all members who participated

and all Candidates who stood for election. member

participation in the director election process is very

important.

Farewell to Directors Green and Heavyside

i would also like to acknowledge outgoing director

russell green for his contribution as a Capricorn

director over more than 15 years. russell has served

the maximum term possible as a director under

Capricorn’s Constitution. as Capricorn’s first and

only ever new Zealand director russell has been an

important part of Capricorn for many years.

my recent election as Chair also saw the retirement of

previous Chairman and director Colin Heavyside. Colin

has been Board Chairman for the last 5 years and a

director for over 10 years. during this time Colin has

also served as audit and risk Committee Chair and is

proud of the services and returns delivered to members

during his time on the Board. our sincere thanks to

Colin for his many years of service.

thanks once again to all those members who

participated in the agm whether in person or by making

sure their voice was heard by sending in their votes.

For those who did not make it, please do consider

attending next year as it is a great opportunity to

meet your directors and ask both formal and informal

questions. We hope to see you in 2016.

russell Becker

Chairman

Capricorn society limited

Capricorn AGM 2015

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PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS Keep out of the dark Install automatic movement detector alarms and sensors or timed lights at the front and rear of your business, especially around doors and windows. These are an inexpensive security measure to deter burglars.

Be on guard Maintain regular security patrol checks of the premises.

Don’t give them a leg to stand on Lock ladders, equipment and tools away to ensure thieves cannot use them to their advantage in the event of a break in.

Protect your equipment Engrave your equipment and tools with your driver’s license number and record the engraved numbers and also serial number details of theft prone items onto a property inventory form. Ensure you store the property inventory form, receipts and photos of your valuable assets away from the premises, so in the event of a fire or break in these important documents don’t perish.

Lock up Lock all garaged vehicles and keep the keys in a safe and secure location to restrict unauthorized access or vehicle theft. Always close and lock the workshop garage door, including any internal doors which have access to the workshop. Use deadlocks, window locks, safes and alarm systems to protect your business contents, stock, employees’ hand tools and business vehicles over the Christmas break.

Don’t let your assets go up in smoke Remove stockpiles of flammable materials from outside your business premises to remove any potential fire hazard risk.

Safe site power Ensure power points are not overloaded with double and quadruple power adaptors. Overloading a power point could lead to an electrical fire on the premises.

Keep dangers out of sight Chemicals such as aerosols, cleaners, sprays, paints, thinners and pesticides should all be stored out of sight in a cupboard.

Now is a great time to check your protection amounts to ensure all is in order. Make sure you are adequetly protected by contacting a Capricorn Risk Services representative today.

Products sold through Capricorn Risk Services Pty Ltd are: (i) discretionary risk protection products issued by Capricorn Mutual Ltd; and (ii) general insurance productsissued by a range of insurers and brokered through Capricorn Insurance Services Pty Ltd. Before deciding to acquire any product you should consider the ProductDisclosure Statement available from Capricorn Risk Services Pty Ltd to see if the product is appropriate for you.Capricorn Risk Services Pty Ltd (ABN 91 111 632 789) is a Corporate Authorised Representative (No. 460893) of Capricorn Mutual Ltd (AFSL 230038) and CapricornInsurance Services Pty Ltd (AFSL 435197).

RISK SERVICES

For more information on the suite of mutual and general insurance products available through Capricorn Risk Services, call on 1800 007 022 or visit www.capricornrisk.com

Making sure your Christmas is a merry one.

The Christmas holiday season is one of the periods of the highest incidences of break-ins and burglary.

With the majority of business locations deserted during the Christmas and New Year break, the risk facing business owners is great. There are several preventative safety strategies you can implement to ensure your livelihood and business are protected from theft, property damage and fire. Here are some simple tips from Capricorn Risk Services for protecting your business and ensuring your Christmas is a merry one.


Supplier Focus

Brookers Brake & ClutchBACKGROUND

For over 60 years, Brookers has been distributing premium products to the local industry. our committment is to service our customers with quality products and professional advice that comes from over a combined 100 years in the industry.

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

Brookers Brake & Clutch provides replacement clutch and brake products such as, Clutch Kits, Brake rotor & Brake pads and all Hydraulic applications both new & rare. We also provide reconditioning and overhauling services for obsolete Hydraulic parts and Brake Booster parts. Brookers prides itself on expert knowledge and experience which is second to none within the brake & clutch industry. if Brookers can't help you, no one will be able to. so if you're restoring your pride joy or just want replacement products for your everyday vehicle don't hesitate to call us.

DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS

now with four branches on the east Coast, our vast buying power enables us to provide brake parts, clutch parts and shock absorbers at the best prices around. servicing the entire eastern states from our branches on the sunshine Coast, and in West ryde and narrabeen.

We promise top quality products, service and a price guarantee that is second-to-none.

location: calounDra, MaroochyDore, narrabeen, west ryDe

16 years as a caPricorn PreferreD suPPlier

www.brookersqlD.coM.au

Zones serviced

qlD & nsw

Zones serviced

nsw/actAHG Parts NSWBACKGROUND

We are a genuine automotive parts supplier and have been part of the mcgrath motor group which was established over 70 years ago. aHg purchased mcgrath lander motor group in 2006 and developed Castle Hill Hyundai in 2011.

We have a total of 80+ parts staff & 16 contract delivery drivers across all sites and are the number one mitsubishi dealer in nsW, as well as ranked in the top three for most other brands. We also won the 2014 subaru Wholesale dealer of the Year.


We sell genuine mechanical, crash & accessory parts and are a distributor for 3m automotive products, Kromex tools & axalta paint products.


We service the sydney metro region 3 x daily & south Coast & southern Highlands 2 x daily as well as providing genuine parts sales to regional customers on request.

WHAT BENEFITS DO YOU OFFER CAPRICORN MEMBERS?

We offer competitive pricing on a wide range of genuine parts & stock in excess of $4.5 million of parts, paint, tools.

We are a getgenuine supplier providing QFF points on eligible toyota, nissan, subaru & mitsubishi parts as well as currently the only Hyundai dealer in nsW offering getgenuine points on all Hyundai parts to eligible customers.

location: liverPool, blacktown, castle hill, sutherlanD

14 years as a caPricorn PreferreD suPPlier

www.ahg.coM.au/nsw


Capricorn members benefit from over 30 years of being a preferred supplier with Capricorn society. We always give the best possible service, advise and price to members as it's you guys that keep us strong in our field, local and abroad. give us a call and experience Brookers quality service. Brookers is also a Capricorn member so we know what is expected of us as a supplier. We look forward to being of service to the Capricorn membership.


MTHireBACKGROUND

mtHire is a nationally recognised supplier of specialist automotive tooling, helping workshops throughout australia keep up with the ever increasing need for specialist tools to work on vehicles.

mtHire was established in 2011 and is progressively expanding to cater to the increasing number of workshops with their specialist tool needs which are becoming more and more prevalent in today's modern vehicles.


their range includes,timing tools,on Car Bush remover / installers, seal installers, on Car Ball Joint tools, Cam Carriers and many more.

please visit their website for the full range and if you can't find it, simply call the team at mtHire, they are constantly researching and developing new tools to add to their already large range.

DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS mtHire service customers australia wide including ViC, nsW, aCt, Qld, nt, tas, sa and Wa. they also offer over night freight and competitive pricing.


Capricorn members enjoy the hassle free sourcing and ordering of australia's biggest range of specialty tooling.

no more turning back jobs because you don't have the specialist tooling to work on the vehicle and no more having to pay huge amounts of wasted money on timing kits you know you may never use again!

once you use mtHire you will realise how easy and hassle free it is.

any new customers who are Capricorn members will receive a 25% discount on their first rental with mtHire if you mention this ad.

Call them today 1300 80 70 34 or visit www.mthire.com.au.

Diesel Drive Pty Ltd BACKGROUND

diesel drive was established in 1982 with a focus on distributing new Japanese industrial engines and spare parts. High demand from truck operators, resulted in rapid growth with the business including after market parts for all Japanese trucks, including Hino, isuzu, Ud, mitsubishi, mazda, and toyota. diesel drive employ 20 staff who are highly experienced, motivated and enthusiastically provide customers with efficient service. their new warehouse management system includes the latest ruckus WiFi, scorpio bar code scanners for fast and accurate pick and pack routines, ensuring customers receive the correct part and quantity the first time.


to maintain strong competitive market position, diesel drive is constantly developing new product lines with their manufacturers. in addition to quality stock at competitive prices, their online catalogue assists customers in finding the right part. the online catalogue is relevant in todays market and is updated daily. the online catalogue is the tool of choice for resellers and many workshops who use it as their spare parts reference site. all stock is bar coded with the same number part number as highlighted in their catalogue, so it's easy for customers to stock, and sell. Check it out at www.exxtramile.com.


diesel drive distributes australia wide via road and air freight. the sydney market is serviced by their own delivery vehicles, which make three runs per day. diesel drive also export.


all Capricorn members are welcome. Capricorn members enjoy competitive prices, increased profit margins, accurate parts delivery and quality products.

location: Moorebank, syDney 11 years as a caPricorn PreferreD suPPlier

www.exxtraMile.coM

location: Melbourne 1 year as a caPricorn PreferreD suPPlier

www.Mthire.coM.au

Zones serviced

nsw /act

Zones serviced

vic/tas


TATBiz

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as vehicle technology rushes ahead at warp speed,

technicians around australia have come to realise

that embracing training, of whatever type, could

be essential to survival in business.

this realisation was the motivation behind

Capricorn society’s decision several years ago to

team with tat Biz to develop a unique business

skills improvement program to bolster the

technical expertise of Capricorn members.

a workshop can have the best technicians in

the world, but without solid business processes

coupled with a clear understanding of things

like profit and loss, cash flow management,

employment agreements and customer retention,

a business would be like a ship without a rudder.

the nine steps to a better workshop program is

unique, exclusive and free to Capricorn members.

never before has so much information about

running a successful business been assembled in

one place, served up in a way that everyone can

readily understand.

so what are the 137 good reasons for visiting

www.tatbiz.net.au/resources?

Currently, this website established exclusively for

Capricorn members, comprises 48 articles, 71

templates and 18 video tutorials, all relating to

business improvement and profitability.

the nine steps cover the essentials of running

a business – understanding your numbers,

generating enquiries, converting enquiries into

customers, getting customers to come back,

maximising the value of each invoice, generating

healthy profits, managing and building the team,

building business systems and managing your

time.

tat Biz has ample evidence to show that those

businesses that took the nine steps program

to heart improved their profitability, built more

productive workshop teams and generally ended

up with a happy working environment.

among the most popular resources were those

dealing with the human side of every business –

the staff. Job agreements and employee induction

resources were accompanied by templates that

could be downloaded and implemented straight

away, ensuring that everyone on the team had a

clear understanding of what was expected of them.

Under the heading of Financial Control, the most

popular subject was the financial dashboard

– same as the dashboard in your car, with the

same warning lights and the same gauges and

controls. the tat Biz dashboard was designed to

give business owners an overall snapshot of their

business performance week by week, not just once

a year when it is often too late.

there’s a great deal of emphasis on communication

in the nine steps program, and we don’t mean

on Facebook or the twittersphere. if ever

communication between business and customer

and staff and business owner or manager were a

priority, it is certainly now.

the nine steps program even drills down to

telephone answering techniques, explaining how

every phone call can lead to profit and providing

proven templates for treating potential customers

on that all important first phone call.

and probably the most important subject of all

is how aftermarket workshops can introduce

processes, systems and customer facilities to

compete with car dealerships that are introducing

warranty and incentive programs aimed at

retaining their customers for life. never has the

auto repair business been so competitive.

there are good times ahead for those workshops

that understand these new market forces and that

are prepared to embrace change.

Jump on to the resources pages of the tat Biz

website and see if there is anything in there that

you can use to improve your businesses.

There’s 137 good reasons to visit this website

"TaT Biz has ample evidence

to show that those businesses that took the nine steps program to heart improved

their profitability"


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Capricorn Tech TipsCapricorn Tech Tips provides Members with access to valuable Tech Tips from Capricorn Preferred Suppliers. Each month we will feature a new Tech Tip that addresses common workshop problems.

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Born to Race1970 Z28 Camaro

the Chevrolet Camaro was first introduced at a general motors

press Conference on June 28, 1966. When asked the obvious, “What

does the word ‘Camaro’ actually mean?” product managers left the

assembled media no doubt as to the vehicle’s ambitions for the

track, claiming it was “a small, vicious animal that eats mustangs”.

thus one of the great racing rivalries was born.

rebuilt by Capricorn member, Carl Chamberlain of Bromley auto

services, this 1970, Z28 has truly lived up to its racing pedigree.

it was originally owned and raced in club days at ruapuna by ray

archibald. doug allan then purchased the car in 1974, winning the

1975 lady Wigram super saloon Car race before competing in the

“Castrol gtX” series in 1976.

the vehicle then changed hands a number of times before being

tracked down and reclaimed by doug allan’s son, graeme in 2008.

no slouch in the racing stakes himself as 10 x nZ motocross

champion, graeme was inspired to restore the car to its former

glory and once again take on some the world’s most legendary

muscle cars.

“as a nine year old kid, i used to idolize cars like the pdl mustang,

Jim richards' sidchrome mustang, red dawson’s marlboro Camaro

and paul Fahey’s Cologne Capri. the epic battles these guys had

at Wigram in the 1976 Flying Farwell with allan moffat in his Coca

Cola mustang will always be my favorite race of all time. my dad

was in that race after winning the five litre production saloons race

earlier in the day against art mcKee. my brother don caught the

champagne cork from graeme mcrae’s lady Wigram trophy victory

celebrations and threw it in the back of dad’s Camaro before that

race to wish him good luck. Unfortunately it rolled forward under

braking and lodged itself behind the floor mounted accelerator.

needless to say the result wasn’t good for dad or my brother!”

graeme recalled.

a close friend of graeme, Carl Chamberlain’s great respect for

this car’s history was evident in the rebuild. tremendous care was

taken to maintain the historic nature of the car while still bringing

in some quality modern technology to make the car reliable and

fun to drive.

if you think your ride has what it takes to be published in the

ignition magazine, please email your details to the editor at

[email protected]. ensure you include the subject line as

Interested in seeing your name on this ride? Graeme and

Carl are looking for sponsors to help run this beast so

please email [email protected] if you would like to

be put in touch.

Member Rides

engine: 401 Chevy motown block, aFr cylinder heads, dry sumped approx 600hp, Yella tera fly wheel.

gear box: Jerico 4wc-4.2,

Clutch: tilton triple plate tilton bell housing. Custom drive shaft.

diff: Full floating 9”.

Brakes: Front 6 pot Wilwood,

rear 4 pot Wilwood.

suspension: Bilstien shocks, Factory front sway bar, off the shelf front springs. Factory lowed rear springs, Watts linkage.

steering: Close ratio steering box,

Wheels: 17x9.5 riddler’s.

tyres: 275/40/17 Hankook’s

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Cover photo by mike peffers


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Unveiled at the 2015 Frankfurt motor show, the electric-powered porsche mission e certainly turned some heads. the mission e draws on the electric drive and energy storage developed for the 919 Hybrid race car along with the lightweight construction and battery technology created for the 918 spyder.

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power for the four-wheel drive mission e is provided by two electric motors – one mounted up front acting on the front axle and one at the rear providing drive to the rear wheels. porsche is yet to reveal the individual power loadings for each motor, but confirms a combined output of over 440kW. this provides the new concept with over 60kW more than the twin-turbocharged 3.8-litre six cylinder powered 911 turbo –the fastest accelerating series production porsche model in production right now.

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porsche has tentatively planned a production version to be released in 2018.

Rides of the FuturePorsche Mission E


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Editor: Vick Skivinisemail: [email protected]

Publisher's General Disclaimerall information, material and content contained in this edition of ignition is provided or sourced by Capricorn society limited (“Capricorn”) for general information only and is not intended to be advice or comment on any particular matter or subject. Before acting on any information you should consider the relevance of it to your own circumstances and, if necessary, take professional advice.Capricorn makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of any material (including, without limitation, any third party supplier advertisement in respect of which Capricorn merely acts as a conduit) included in this edition of ignition. to the fullest extent permitted by law Capricorn,itsofficers,employees,agentsandrepresentativesdisclaimanyandallliabilitytoyouoranyotherpersonforanylossordamagewhatsoeverconnected with: (i) reliance on material in ignition; or (ii) inaccuracy, error or omission in material in ignition.Capricorn, Capricorn…it’s just easier!, ignition, Capricorn travel, Capricorn mutual and the boomerangs device are trademarks or registered trademarks of Capricorn.if you have any news or information that you think would be of interest to your fellow members, please send the information to Capricorn via fax on

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published in the following month depending on the number of adverts received.3. Check out your classified and fellow members’ classifieds in the next edition of ignition.

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Auto Electrical & A/C WorkshopHelensburgh NSW est. 32 yrs, same owner ,includes all equipment and stock.Hoist, test and a/C equipment. WiWo $20k. ph: Kevin 0401 873 028

WANTED: VintageWorkshop Equipment, WAold metal or wood crates, storage units for nuts/bolts/screws, pigeon hole shelving, anything petrol/oil related (signs, tins, advertising, etc.), portable work benches. Will collect within 3hrs of perth. ph: Ben 0422 226 969

Mechanical Workshop, Midland WAsmall mechanical workshop for sale, selling due to retirement. W/shop has 2 hoists & floor bay. Comes with stock, equipment & goodwill. main road frontage, close to train & bus station. $170K. Contact: [email protected]

Mechanical Workshop, Osborne Park WA owner retiring. large client base with history. 3 hoists, brake lathe, tyre machine, storage mezzanine, wash bay. includes property and business. WiWo $525,000. ph: mark 0409 611 335

Wheel Balancer, VICWheel balancer, Corghi em41, digital display, hand spin, all adapters included, operators manual. $750.00. ph: ross (03) 5134 2173

2 x Diagnostic Machines, WA 1 x Carman scan at with latest updates and touch screen. easy to use, comes with carry case, oBd2 lead and UsB cable, latest compatibility features. 1 x nextech Carman scan Kit with updates to 2011. include carry cases and various extras. Call for details and pics. $3,500.00 ono ph: Cameron 0417 961 684

Workshop Equipment, ACTasnU Ultra sonic fuel injector cleaner and flow bench. model asnU – 01. serial number 18439C. ph: (02) 6282 2350

Auto Electrical Workshop, Brisbane Western Suburb QLDlarge customer base, fully equip including hoist, alt/starter bench, press, a/C equip, scan tools and new stock. air-con office and customer waiting area. text number for call back 0488 525 817.

Golf Cart Servicing, Repairs & Sales, Southern Gold Coast QLDlimitless potential, complete golf cart business for sale, owner retiring, 2 years accountant figures available. $135k (incl. equip.) + saV. suit mechanic or auto electrician. ph: allan after 6pm (07) 5536 6553

Mechanical Tire Exhaust Spare Parts Workshop, St Albans VIC est. 23yrs, freehold, 7 hoists, stock and tools. WiWo. poa. Call for further details. ph: ron 0402 987 936.

WANTED: Distributor Regraph/Tester Machineallen synchrograph, working condition. ph: (08) 9417 8550 during business hours.

Workshop Equipment, Cockburn Central WAscissors lifting Hoist 3000 kg "launch" with wheel alignment computer ml 4600, second hand in excellent working condition. $5,500. ph: peter 0410 390 188.

Brake and Suspension Tester, Perth WAroller Brake and suspension tester for sale. as new condition. 3t axle load and suits aWd. must sell. ph: eddie 0427 975 092.

Smash Repairs, Blayney NSW est 33yrs, 14yrs with current owners. Well equipped with spray booth & paint room, Car-o-liner with electronic measuring. only panel shop in town. great t/o & profit. Can sell or lease the freehold. ph: (02) 6368 2608 or 0414 849 823.

Mechanical Workshop, Augusta WAperfect for those looking for a sea change. this large, established, fully equipped workshop incl. office and 2 hoists. ais license inspections, raC contractor, tyres and wheel alignments, good t/o, 2 mechanics, located directly behind service station. long lease avail. $77k+ stock. ph: dave 0417 915 789


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