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Page 1 of 14 FEBRUARY 2014 http://mcma.org.au Support Your Advertising Sponsors CLUB OFFICIALS MAITLAND CLASSIC MOTOR ASSOCIATION INC
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FEBRUARY 2014
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MAITLAND CLASSIC MOTOR ASSOCIATION INC
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P O BOX 326, EAST MAITLAND 2323
FOUNDATION PRESIDENT The Late Peter Gilbert
PRESIDENT - Alex Clements PH: 02 49331756 E: [email protected]
E: [email protected] or [email protected]
VICE PRESIDENT - Doug Kirkwood PH: 02 49584795 E: [email protected]
SECRETARY - Ian Lovi PH: 02 49328552 E: [email protected]
TREASURER - Stephanie Poole PH: 02 49557575 E: [email protected]
REGISTRARS - Ian Scott and Robert Hopper Ian – PH: 02 49319046 E: [email protected]
Robert - PH: 02 4934 1712 E: [email protected] or [email protected]
ASSISTANT REGISTRARS - Mick O’Hara and Murray Poole Mick - PH: 02 49381880 E: [email protected] Murray - PH: 02 49557575 E: [email protected]
PUBLIC OFFICER - Ian Lovi PH: 02 49328552 E: [email protected]
PUBLICITY OFFICER - Ian Lovi PH: 02 49328552 E: [email protected]
LIBRARIAN - Jeff Skillen PH: 02 49323231 E: [email protected]
NEWSLETTER EDITOR - Craig Garbutt PH: 0417042756 E: [email protected] or [email protected]
WEBSITE CO-ORDINATOR- Lee Hopper PH: 02 4934 1712 E: [email protected] or [email protected]
EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR - Ian Scanlon PH: 0412726420 E: [email protected]
MEMBER REGISTRATION COORDINATOR - Tony Kleinschafer PH: 0408263258 E: [email protected]
GILBERTS MOTOR GARAGE
Specialists in Repairs
And Servicing of British, European Classic Cars
Www.gilbertsmotorgrage.com.au
72 High Street
East Maitland 2323
Phone/Fax 02 4933 1185
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President’s Report February 2014
Dear Members, Current Membership = 168
Welcome to our first newsletter for 2014. Hi all, I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Xmas and New Year and I hope to share with you another action packed year with the MCMA. The committee members look forward to the few weeks break over the Xmas period but it is now time for us to roll up our sleeves and get back into the swing of steering the MCMA ship through another journey on the motor enthusiast ocean. Hopefully the waters will be mostly calm! Constitution Review As per recommendations from a Committee meeting in November and subsequent December General Meeting, the nominated sub-committee members will be meeting regularly to review and amend our current Constitution so it reflects our current activities and future expectations. I look forward to working with the group which is a good representation of our membership and I’m sure they will add great value to the process. Thanks goes to Brett Cutler, Norm Bruhn and Bruce Wilson for nominating themselves as member representatives. Progress on the Constitution review will be presented at each General Meeting for discussion. Morpeth Motorama As discussed at our December meeting, this inaugural event will be held on the 2
nd of March on the grounds of
Closebourne House, corner of tank Street and Morpeth Road. The event will be financed and co-ordinated by Lead Lease Primelife and the Morpeth Business Association with a little assistance from me and Mick Saide from Shannons Insurance. This event could be the making of a major annual event with proposals of a food van, coffee van, live music, stalls, trophies and of course the Morpeth shopping village. This event will be advertised extensively via the media and Shannons. I’m certain this event will be supported by many MCMA members by bringing their pride and joys out for a run to Morpeth, cars, bikes and trucks. Xmas Party 2013 For my usual selection of photos for the report I’ve attached some images from our Xmas Party arrival for your enjoyment. (look for them throughout the newsletter) Please note: If you have a Historic Registered vehicle and are not a FINANCIAL member of a RMS accredited club, you are not legally registered or third party insured. Member’s vehicles shall not be inspected by Registrars unless they show their current proof of payment. February meeting: 7.30pm 03/02/2014 at Lorn Park Bowlo.
Safe Motoring, Alex Clements
Christmas Party 2013
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Members’ cars at 2013 Christmas Party
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Minutes – MCMA General Meeting
Venue: Lorn Park Bowling Sports and Recreation Club Date: Monday 2
nd December 2013 Time: 7 .35 pm
Present: As per attendance book Apologies: As per attendance book Visitors: As noted in attendance book New Members: Graham Rapson Moved By: - Cheryl Kirkwood Seconded by: - Kevin Hine Minute’s last meeting as per newsletter Moved By: - Mick Tierney Seconded by: - Bill Chapman Correspondence In:
1. Dungog Historic Motor Club – Dec 2013 Newsletter. 2. British Motor Cycle Club Newcastle – Dec 2013 newsletter. 3. Email – Shannons – 2014 Country Classic Motor Show – 12
th – 13
th April 2014 – Tamworth Regional
Entertainment & Conference Centre. 4. Mail – Jervis Bay Wild – letter of introduction, summer activities and introductory offer. 5. Mail –Shannons Sydney Classic Auction flyer. 6. Mail – Suncorp Metway – remittance advice for $100.00 Gresford Show & Shine trophies. 7. Email – Maitland Steam & Antique Machinery Assoc. Inc – Dec newsletter. 8. Mail – Wingham Golf Club Motor Inn – Invitation and flyers.
Correspondence Out:
1. Miscellaneous emails to committee members. Moved by: - Mick See Seconded by: - Norm Bruhn
Reports Presidents: - As per Newsletter Treasurer: - As per Newsletter Club Registrars Ian Scott, Rob Hopper, Mick O’Hara reported 3 new registrations for the month of October. 5 vehicle movements – year 10 formals. Moved by: - James Wiseman Seconded by: - Paul Hendry Events co-ordinator
• Veronica report on the jacaranda festival • Doug reported on the drive in run with Dungog club • All German day was a washout to be held in January 2014 • Trip to Perth 2014 discussed
Moved by: James Wiseman Seconded by: - Paul Hendry
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General Business
1. Raffle raised $256.95 2. Membership cards only to be issued to financial members 3. Just a reminder to support our sponsors 4. Christmas party monies – last night to pay 5. Morpeth Show and Shine – club voted to show their vehicles at the event 2
nd March 2014.
Moved by: Mick See Seconded by: Mick Tierney
At the February meeting the president will report back to the members as to what input will be required by MCMA to help man the Morpeth Show and Shine and will call for volunteers
Motion Carried
Registration A discussion took place around pink slips verses the current registration process the members could not come to a conclusion as to which way to go. Alex will be approaching the RMS re heavy vehicle requirements and its implications should the members decided to favour the introduction of pink slips. We will discuss registration issues further at the February 2014 meeting Membership Cards Introduce a business card size receipt/ membership card combined Constitution Membership agreed to have the constitution review to cover changes introduced by statutory authorities changing names and the club introducing new committee positions Norm Bruhn Bruce Wilson Brett Cutler have volunteered to be part of the committee Subsidisation of Events
• Christmas Party • Steam fest BBQ • Three other BBQ’s per year
Moved by: Stephanie Poole Seconded by: - Brett Cutler That the above recommendation be accepted Motion: Carried Introduction of an additional fee for new members and late renewal Moved by: Barry Murdock Seconded by: - Brett Cutler That a joining fee of $10 be applied to all new members and members who have to re-join due to late payment of fees Membership fees to stay at $50.00 Motion: Carried Meeting closed at 9.06 pm
Members’ cars at 2013 Christmas Party
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CLUB CALENDAR Runs and Dates
(if there are any queries please contact Ian Scanlon, Events Co-ordinator, on 0412726420)
*** ALWAYS Check www.pinky.com.au for runs, swap meets and show ‘n shines ***
January 2014
4th “Park Up”, Baker’s Cottage from 5:00 pm 8
th Twilight Run to Newcastle (Foreshore or Darby Street or Beaumont Street). Meet Bakers Cottage 5:00 pm
22nd
Twilight Run to Newcastle (Foreshore or Darby Street or Beaumont Street). Meet Bakers Cottage 5:00 pm
26th
Australia Day Display Maitland Park. Arrive by 8:00 am.
February 2014
1st “Park Up”, Baker’s Cottage from 5:00 pm 3
rd Club Meeting, Lorn Park Sports and Recreation Club at 7:30 pm
7th
– 9th
Weekend Run to the Bathurst 12 Hour (5 couples – bookings closed)
21st-23
rd Weekend Run to Orchard Lodge for bike and 4WDs and everyone else who loves the Upper Hunter
March 2014 1
st “Park Up”, Baker’s Cottage from 5:00 pm
3rd
Club Meeting, Lorn Park Sport and Recreation Club at 7:30 pm April 2014
5th “Park Up”, Baker’s Cottage from 5:00 pm 7
th
Club Meeting, Lorn Park Sports and Recreation Club at 7:30 pm May 2014
3rd “Park Up”, Baker’s Cottage from 5:00 pm 5
th
Club Meeting, Lorn Park Sports and Recreation Club at 7:30 pm 2
nd-5
th Armstrong Siddeley Nationals, Maitland. Based at Monte Pio with concourse at Hunter Valley Gardens.
June 2014 2
nd
Club Meeting, Lorn Park Sports and Recreation Club at 7:30 pm
7th “Park Up”, Baker’s Cottage from 5:00 pm 6
th-9
th Dorrigo Long Weekend Run – some vacancies still exist
HISTORIC REGISTRATION: Driving Your Classic
Members are reminded that other than official runs, vehicles on historical registration may be: 1. driven on official club runs (see calendar above and SMS messages); 2. driven on Wednesday and Sunday mornings, on a tune-up run that leaves the Bakers Cottage at 9:00 am
(10:00 am in May, June, July, August & September); 3. driven within a 20km radius of where it is usually garaged for the purposes of battery charging, tune up
and other general maintenance purposes; 4. driven to locations beyond 20 kms for the purposes of having repairs undertaken, or for securing quotes
for repairs, after notifying the club registrars; Ian Scott (49319046), Rob Hopper (49341712), Murray Poole (49557575) or Mick O’Hara (49381880).
5. driven on other occasions after seeking the authorisation of a club registrar.
WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY TUNE UP RUNS
These runs are under-rated in our club. They are a privilege of membership, and provide enormous flexibility for members. I urge you to turn up at Baker’s Cottage at the allocated time of 9:00 am (10:00 am in the winter months of May, June July and August), and drive your classic. The bottom line is, don’t forget these tune up runs – they can be just as enjoyable as the highly organised ones!
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IMPROMPTU RUNS
I have established a contact list of members interested in Impromptu Sunday Runs i.e. thought up on Fridays or Saturdays and communicated via SMS. If you wish to be included on this list talk with me at the next meeting of SMS your details to me on 0412726420.
It is important that on all impromptu runs members follow some basic courtesies so that we all practice and demonstrate road safety:
1. follow ALL road rules, 2. drive at up to 80 kph (50mph), 3. not lose sight of the vehicle behind, 4. pass slower vehicles if necessary, and 5. if you are slow or have problems, stay in contact with the ‘back marker’.
For club run inquiries contact Ian Scanlon on
0412726420
WEEKEND RUNS AND
TOURS Contact Ian Scanlon on 0412726420 or
February 7th
– 9th
2014: Bathurst 12 Hour Here we go again! I have booked five doubles at the Knickerbocker Hotel. Members attending are Doug and Cheryl, Barry, John, Gavin and Anne-Maree and myself. The exotics are really impressive and faster that V8 Supercars. Just imagine Ferraris, Lamborginhis, Audis, Nissan GTRs and Porsche GT2s in the hands of Loundes, Winterbottom and Bowe as well as overseas champions. A great weekend of racing and no crowds or the mayhem of October! I am really looking forward to this one again this year. Booking are closed for this year’s event.
February 21st
– 23rd
2014: Weekend Run to Orchard Lodge We visit the lodge twice each year and ride/drive to Nundle via Glenrock and Hanging Rock as well as crossing Barrington Tops. Always eventful and always a great weekend away with friends! Contact Ian (0412726420) or Ian (49319046).
June 7th
– 9th
2014: Weekend Run to Dorrigo Up the coast and back across the tablelands! A great run in the middle of winter. Who knows what it will be like – four seasons in one day! We could have warm clear sunny skies, wind, rain, sleet, frost and/or snow. We’re staying at the Dorrigo Hotel ($100 a double with ensuite and continental breakfast). So far I am being accompanied by a few couples, but I have booked for twelve couples. Get in quick and give me a call on 0412726420.
Big Tours of the future Given the enormous success of our Tour of Tasmania in 2011/2012, a number of tours are planned in the future if members are interested. They are: In 2014 Western Australia In 2015 Central Australia and Darwin. In 2016 South Australia, Great Ocean Road, Gippsland and NSW South Coast In 2017 New Zealand In 2018 Peking to Paris In 2019 Maitland to Morpeth In 2020 The Moon!
October 4th
– 25th
2014: Tour to Western Australia This is an ambitious tour and it is almost finalized. The idea of this tour, as with our other tours to Tasmania, Riverina and South-Eastern Queensland, is flexibility. So we drive our classic vehicles, enjoy the company of club
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members and do the things and see the places we want. We have accommodation in separate cabins (or share cabins if we like) in caravan parks and meet up for breakfast and/or dinner and plan things Club members interested in participating in this tour are Murray and Stephanie Poole, Doug and Cheryl Kirkwood, Trevor and Veronica McLennan, Garry and Sue Newton, Lee and Rob Hopper, John and Gemma Madsen, John’s sister and brother-in-law, Lindsay and Ann Wilson, and Anne-Maree Doolan and Ian Scanlon. Bookings will be made over to next month and deposits will be due (the return rail trip). It is time to start spending money and make sure that your classic is ready for the trip.
Ian Scanlon MCMA Events Co-ordinator
0412726420 [email protected]
Members’ cars at 2013 Christmas Party
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FOR SALE AND/OR WANTED
1. FOR SALE 1969 Volvo 144S sedan
• Sport sedan with 4 wheel disks & twin carbies • Grey exterior & red cloth seats • Original documentation included • Good condition but not registered • Runs but needs a tune & tidy up
A great bullet-proof club car. Garaged in Singleton. Contact Ian 0400457769
2. FOR SALE
• Triumph Bonneville T100 2004 Model; 800cc carby; Chrome Wire Wheels; 13,000 K/L $10,000 Neg. • Harley Davidson 2005; F.L.H. Electro Glide Std; 1450cc Twin Cam; 6000 K/L
$20,000 Neg. • Moto Guzzi 1999 Model; California Special E.V. 1100 cc; 53,000 K/L $9,000 Neg. • Kawasaki V.N. 2000 LT. EFI. 2005 Model; 12,700 K/L $10,000 Neg.
Most bikes are just out of rego. All prices are negotiable as the owner must sell due to serious health problems. Please contact Bill Chapman on 0249341721 for more information or owners representative Simon on 0418723844
3. FOR SALE
1992 Lexus LS400 Sedan
• Quad cam V8 auto. • 320,000km; just serviced, major service done at 300,000km • Auto needs rebuild or replacing • Radiator needs repair or replacing • No rego
Price - $1500ono Please contact Paul on 0400417577 or 40301008
4. FOR SALE
Citroen 2CV
• 1970s classic to be sold due to another project arriving. • Car running well and regular work carried out to enhance it • Fun to drive and very thrifty • Classic motoring and eye catching
Price – Asking $13500ono Please contact Bob Roberts 0407002350
Citroen 2CV
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