VCC CENTRAL HAWKES BAY BLEAT MAY 2023

Branch Editorjoycecalder@gmail.com

BRANCH of the VINTAGE CAR CLUB of NZ (Inc)

Lamb Country

Branch Email: centralhawkesbay@vcc.org.nz

Club Night

7.30pm

3rd Wednesday of every Month

The 1934 Model 355D was completely restyled and mounted on an entirely new chassis but used the same engine as in 1933. The Model 355 was divided into three series, the Series 10, 20 and 30. Bodies on the Series 10 and 20 were built by Fisher and on the Series 30 by Fleetwood, the latter shared with the Cadillac V-12 and V-16

Styling emphasized streamlining, including concealment of all chassis features except the wheels. Body construction was improved for better insulation against engine heat and reduction of engine, road and wind noise. Bumpers were a stylish but ineffective biplane design, mounted against telescoping springs. The grille was V-shaped and sloping, set into a painted shell. Although restricted use of chrome was a feature of the overall ornamentation, a chrome plated radiator shell was available as an option. Horns and radiator filler cap were concealed under the hood. Teardrop Guide Multibeam headlights were mounted on streamlined supports attached to the fenders.

Parking lamps were mounted on the headlight supports. Air foil shaped fenders were brought low over the chassis. The hood sills were high with the entire fender shape moulded into the radiator shell. Hoods extending nearly to the windshield carried shutter-type louvers in the side panel. Windshields were fixed and steeply sloping; 18 degrees on Fisher bodies, 25 degrees flat or a 29.5 degree V on Fleetwood bodies. Cowl vents opened toward the windshield, one vent on flat windshield bodies, two vents projecting through openings in the hood on V-shaped windshield bodies.

Bodies were 2.0in (51mm) lower than on previous models. Added passenger space in the front compartment was achieved by moving the hand brake lever to the left of the driver under the instrument panel. Rear fenders were air foil shaped and carried rear lights that matched the headlights. The gas tank filler was on the left side at the rear of the body, on Fleetwood bodies in the left rear fender.

All bodies featured beaver tail deck that completely covered the chassis. On Fleetwood bodies the spare was concealed under the rear deck, unless optional fender mounts were specified. Independent front suspension was introduced, called "knee-action". Engine horsepower increased to 120.

The Cadillac Allanté Roadster is a two-door, two-seater luxury roadster marketed by Cadillac from 1987 until 1993. It used a Cadillac chassis and running gear with a body built in Italy by coachbuilder Pininfarina. It was expensive to produce with the complete bodies flown to Detroit from Italy for final assembly. Over 21,000 were built during its seven-year production run. It would become the first modern-era two-passenger Cadillac Roadster, and the first to wear the Cadillac name since the Cadillac Series 355 Roadster of the 1930s.

The 1993 model Allanté was offered in a single model configuration as a soft-top convertible priced at $59,975 (not including a mandatory $1,700 gas guzzler tax for vehicles sold in the United States). Options included the removable 60.5lb (27.4kg) aluminium hardtop, LCD digital instrument cluster ($495) in place of the standard analogue instruments, pearl coat paint option ($700, in Flax or Canyon Yellow, with Hawaiian Orchid added mid-year) and chrome squeeze-cast aluminium wheels. 1993 models received the significantly more powerful 4.6L (280.7cu in) NorthStar DOHC V8 engine rated at 295hp (220kw) at 5600rpm and 290ft lb (393nm) of torque at 4400rpm. A new unequal-length control arm rear suspension, shared with the Seville and Eldorado, was introduced. To offset increased costs, the 200-watt Bose stereo was dropped in favour of GM's Delco "Premium Symphony Sound System", the intelligent lighting module was eliminated; and 1993 models featured less expensive Lear-designed eight-way dual power seats, replacing the previous Recaro seats. Interior changes included the addition of an auto-dimming rear-view mirror and a revised shifter grip. Other model year changes included Road Sensing Suspension, an active damper management system, revised disc brakes, revised variable-assist power steering rack, deeper front spoiler, and single-piece side windows, which eliminated the stationary forward vent window.

The 1993 Allanté was also chosen as the 1992 pace car for the 76th Indianapolis 500, the pace car was driven by Bobby Unser. Three modified 1993 Allanté Pace Cars had only seat belts, lighted roll bar, and air intake modified from a stock production Allanté. The three Allanté Pace cars were provided for the race, as well as 30 stock 1993 Allanté's used as Festival/Pace Cars, and 58 stock 1992 Allanté Festival/Pace cars that were used by drivers and crews at the opening parade and the closing of the race. Al Unser Jr's 1993 Allanté Festival/Pace car was featured at both the 2012, and 2013 Keel's & Wheel's Concours D’Elegance in Seabrook, Texas, Bobby Unser was Grand Marshal in 2012, and Al Unser Jr was Grand Marshal in 2013. Production reached 4,670 for model year 1993 with 115 for export. Production reached 4,670 for model year 1993 with 115 for export—France (1), Austria (2), Belgium (5), Germany (5), Switzerland (6), Japan (11), and Canada (85)

Sunday May 21st — Club run to—Tokomaru Steam Museum

OrganisedbyJohnandShirleyFoot

Meet in Tavistock Place, Waipukarau, ready for a 9.30am sharp start. We will travel through to Dannevirke and meet up with our Southern members in the carpark opposite the Mangatera Hotel in Dannevirke at approximately 10.30am. You will need to bring your lunch and some cash to make a donation for entry to the Steam Museum.

The Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum is a large private collection of machinery belonging to Colin and Esma Stevenson. It has New Zealand's largest collection of steam engines of all types and sizes. The 1869 engine is the oldest in New Zealand and also one of the largest engines imported into New Zealand. Steam Ups are held but mostly the museum is for static viewing. Guided tours available most days. At times the workshop may also be viewed.

Everything in the museum was used somewhere in New Zealand.

Wednesday 17th May 2023—Branch Dinner and Meeting

To be held at the Waipukurau Club, Russell Street, Waipukurau.

Arrive for drinks at 6.00pm—Meal at 6.30pm—meeting at 7.00pm.

Main & Dessert—$32.00 per person

Please pay CASH to Eva on arrival

Main: Roast Beef.

Moroccan Lamb Tagine with cous-cous.

Potatoes.

Peas.

Rice Salad.

Apple, Spinach, Cranberry and Feta Salad.

Dessert: Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Ice Cream.

Numbers attending must be into Eva by the evening of Sunday 14th May 2023

Please contact Eva—06-858-9105-or-021 170 9978-or-nga-oki@xtra.co.nz

No late bookings please

If you have any dietary needs, please advise when you book your meal.

PLEASE NOTE: The CHBVCC branch will make payment for any late dinner cancellations or no shows, then an invoice will be sent to the member/members concerned.

CHB VCC 2023

Events Calendar

May Wed 17th Branch Dinner and Meeting Sun 7th

Other District's Events

Manawatu Branch Post-Era Rally

Sun 21st

June Tues 20th

Sat 24th

Tokomaru Steam Museum—Please support John and Shirley Foot on this run— he has put this together under difficult personal circumstances. Sun 7th Meeanee Swap Meet

Sun 28th

CHB Branch AGM will be held at the Waipukurau Bowling Club Sun 25th

Shed visit in Napier plus Faraday Centre Late lunch in the HBVCC Club Rooms

July Wed 19th Branch Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA Sun 30th

TBA A run to Norsewood

August Wed 16th Branch Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA Sun 27th

Sun 20th Daffodil Day Details later

September Wed 20th Branch Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA Sun 24th

Mangatainoka Motors Brits and Euro Car Day

Mangatainoka Motors—V8 Day

Mangatainoka Motors Japanese Car Day

Mangatainoka Motors Ford Vs Holden Day

Mangatainoka Motors Hot Rod Day

October Tues 10th 11th 12th Mid Week Rally Organisers Rod and Scarlett McKenzie Sun 29th

Mangatainoka Motors Two wheel day

Wed 18th Branch Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA

November Wed 15th Branch Dinner and Meeting Venue TBA Sun 26th

December

Mangatainoka Motors Vintage Car day

Saturday 20th May 2023—NORTHLAND VINTAGE CAR CLUB—MOTORCYCLE RALLY Entry forms are available from the VCC Web-site

TO READ AII OTHER BRANCH MAGAZINES ONLINE go to www.vcc.org.nz then to Branch Newsletters. Also items of interest on https://www.facebook.com/vintagecarclubofnewzealand

AGENDA

Hawke’s Bay Branch of the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand (Inc.)

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2023

On Tuesday 20th June 7.30pm

To be held in the Waipukurau Bowling Club, Mt Herbert Rd, Waipukurau

• Apologies.

• Minutes of the 2022 AGM.

• Branch Office Holder Reports.

• Election of Officers.

• General Business.

• Notices of Motion are to be forwarded to:

• CHB VCC Branch Secretary

• Brian Connor

• Email: karinya@xtra.co.nz

No later than 1st June 2023

All committee positions are vacant and nominations are to be received by the Secretary no later than seven (7) days prior to the meeting. Please email Branch Secretary for an application form.

Nominations will also be accepted from the floor provided the nominee is present at the meeting.

The Minutes of the 2022 Annual General Meeting will be printed in this magazine in June.

All members and interested persons are welcome to attend

Chairman's Report—May—2023

Welcome to another Month.

During March the Fire Service teamed up with a group called “Safer Communities”. My task with helpers was to check electric blankets, out of 77 blankets tested 24 blankets failed.

The Easter Car Show at the Waipukurau show grounds featured about 350 cars, old, new, hot rods, classics, vintage a great display.

Ken Lyons and Bruce Poole’s afternoon/twilight rally on the 1st April was well patronised.

The HBVCC put on a run to Dannevirke, both Gloria and Laurie joined in.

Gary Carswell competed at the Manfield Racetrack with great results.

Some owners of American cars went to an open day at the Tui Brewery on Sunday the30th.

Sunday 23rd April, Scarlett and Rod took us to Onga Onga to see a collection of Tractors, then onto the “Coles Factory” a fantastic restoration on the factory.

Sadly an ex club member Charlie Newport died. A good number of members attended his funeral.

A lot of Long Service Awards will be due soon, Brian is working though the list, we will sort out a presentation date for this event.

The Daffodil Day Event has been set for the 20th August, Kaye Carswell will be looking for helpers for this.

May the 21st Shirley and John Foot will be taking us to Tokomaru for a visit.

If you have any ideas for runs/events that you maybe interested in but don’t want to organise, please contact a Committee Member or myself, we are looking for new ideas come on ladies put your thinking caps on, what would you like to see or do??????

The CHB Branch of the VCC AGM will be held on the Tuesday 20th June at 7.30pm at the Waipukurau Bowling Club. A chance for you to become part of the committee. Email Brian Connor, Club Secretary for an application form Karinya@xtra.co.nz

A reminder to all current Branch Office Holders to have their reports into the Branch Secretary before the AGM.

Club Captains Report—Laurie's Lot—May—2023

Before our last meeting we held a bingo evening. It was a first for me to do this and from the feedback after the meeting and at our current meeting, we shall probably do it again. Any new ideas for holding this type of thing will be gratefully received.

On Saturday 1st April Bruce and Ken staged their twilight rally. Nineteen cars (I think) including one from Wairarapa driven by Mike and Jane.

We all assembled at Russell Park to receive our instructions before being sent off on our way. The route was through the back roads of CHB, South towards Dannevirke. The biggest memories for me as we drove through the course, was the damage done by Cyclone Gabrielle, some of the slips being massive. The course had to be altered a bit because of this.

Our first stop was at the Takapau RSA, where we had soup and buns, many commented later that it was the best soup and buns we have had.

Then it was on the road again to the Waipukurau Club for dinner and prize giving. Thank you to Bruce and Ken for another great run.

On Sunday 16th April, the HB Branch had a run organised to go to Dannevirke. Gloria and I met up with them in Waipukarau and travelled back down to Dannevirke to have lunch in the Domain with about fifty five others on the run. After lunch we visited Nick Boblea’s shed, a much improved set up. Then onto another shed, full of a variety of stationary engines.

The CHB Branch were invited to join the HB Branch on their April run. Gloria and I joined the HB Branch on there very enjoyable and interesting run.

It is still very early days and very difficult for a lot of people seriously effected by Cyclone Gabrielle, and for family and friends helping them with their recovery.

Have a good month

Sunday 1st April 2023—Twilight Run

Written by Jenny Halford

Organised by Bruce Poole and Ken Lyons, No pranks !!! thank goodness) this being the 1st April, the day CHB VCC had their twilight run. There was a good turnout of 23 cars and 43 people. Written instructions of the route were handed out, and we all set off at intermittent intervals from the sports complex in Waipukurau.

Our journey took us out on Farm Road and along Porangahau Road past the rustic old Wanstead church and now closed Wanstead Pub. Several more twists and turns and we headed out Flemington way.

Here the damage form Cyclone Gabrielle was starting to become evident, with high water marks around the creeks still visible and baleage high and dry on the banks. The cars had to negotiate between concrete blocks at the entrances to some of the bridges and quite large dropouts and slips on the Tourere Road. The only observer here to watch all these classics go by was a lonely old goat tethered on the side of the road.

Then it was up the very steep Mangahei Road with amazing views over the surrounding countryside. A bit further on we saw a pump shed hanging in mid air, showing us how high and swift the water had been. Into Dannevirke along Tipapakuku Road and on out through Makotuku/ Ormondville to the next destination, which was soup and buns at the RSA in Takapau. Nice to get out and stretch our legs as we headed in for a refreshing drink from the bar and then a choice of several soups, including tomato, chicken, minestrone and pumpkin, with lovely fresh buns – Delicious !!!

On to the second stage of the run and this took us out towards Onga Onga. Here we had a view of the most beautiful golden sunset over the ranges and there was also a large rainbow on display as well. This says it all about the strange weather patterns we have had lately.

It was now the end of our journey as we headed to the Waipukurau Club for our dinner. A lovely 2 course meal was served up before a draw for a gift from the table. A great selection of gifts kindly donated by Mitre 10 Waipukarau and others. Many thanks to Ken and Bruce for organising another great run.

2023 Twilight Rally— (Changes)?

NIGHT RALLY?—AFTERNOON?—TWILIGHT RALLY?

Bruce and Ken hope all those who attended the recent Afternoon /Twilight Rally enjoyed the event, and the hospitality, food and refreshments of our hosts at the Takapau RSA and Waipukurau Club. We would appreciate some feed-back from members regarding this event around its timing and format.

 2023 Twilight event was earlier in the year than previous “Night Rally” events, with daylight saving ending on the Saturday night of our rally. With a starting time of 3.00pm we all arrived at our final destination around “Twilight”.

 Distance travelled approx. 100 miles (165ks). Is this too short or too long?

 Final destination dinner venue closer to home for most in Waipukurau. Does this suit most participants?

Rod McKenzie with his 1913 Ford Model T Roadster

 The Soup and Buns stop was at the completion of the longer first stage at Takapau RSA and was as we understand, very well received by all. The soup and buns stop has always been a component of the “Night rally” during winter and often already dark for that stop.

 Do you want a soup and buns stop regardless of time of year?

 The last car away at the start was approx. 3.00pm.

 Should we have an earlier or later start?

 We have always been to a dinner venue at the conclusion of the Night rally. The caterers time frame for preparing and serving the meal often dictates the following:

 START TIME—RALLY DISTANCE—ARRIVAL TIME AT FINAL DESTINATION

 We have tried to keep the driving part straight forward with no stops checks etc to complicate your journey. A playing card has been issued at the start and spot prizes are drawn at random from a second pack.

 Would you like more competitive component as part of the run?

 Please let Bruce Poole or Ken Lyons know if you have any suggestions regarding the above points.

Bruce Poole's—”proposed Daffodil Rally”

(This is NOT the Cancer Society National Daffodil Day)

In September when the daffodils are blooming, I will be organising a Vintage only rally.

Hawkes Bay branch have returned to me a Trophy that I presented to them twelve years ago and it will be used for this event as the main trophy.

The proposed format would be a short non competitive run to a lunch venue for a lemonade and wine biscuits, followed by a BBQ lunch. The event would be open to all members (any car ) but only Vintage would be eligible for the major prize.

I would need approximate numbers interested by June to know if it is viable to organise.

Manawatu Branch held one last year with seventeen Vintage Cars and ten others participating. Please contact me if you would be interested in participating in this proposed event.

Sunday 7th May—HBVCC—Back to Basics—Swap Meeting

Sunday 23rd April 2023

—CHB Tractor Collection by Rod McKenzie

CHB Branch visited the property of Stuart and Janice Jones near Ong Onga.

Stuart opened up his very large shed and talked about his collection of David Brown and Fordson Tractors.

Janice entertained the ladies by showing them around her garden.

A very nice day, thank you to Stuart and Janice Jones for having us.

The David Brown tow tractors were used during World War 2. The David Brown Aircraft Tractor was a common sight on UK airfields throughout World War II and until the mid-1950’s, where they were used extensively for towing aircraft and bomb trolleys. It weighs nearly 4 tons and is powered by a David Brown 4cylinder, 2523cc, overhead-valve petrol engine delivering 37 bhp. They were painted Airforce Blue.

A past member of the CHB Branch of the VCC, Norman Charles Newport sadly passed away on Sunday 16th April 2023. Charlie has always been involved in the motor vehicle industry in one way or another, all of his life. He serviced a number of elderly vintage vehicles belonging to Central Hawkes Bay Vintage Car Club members from his garage in Peel Street Waipukarau. A business he sold when it came time to retire. He joined the CHB VCC Branch soon after he retired purchasing an Alfa Romeo Sport Car which he and his wife Jan, enjoyed taking part in events. He also enjoyed driving it and working on it with its challenging twin over-head camshaft engine. Charlie was a keen motor cyclist for many years with his several AJS and Matchless machines. Charlie was also a very successful speed boat racer, many great stories were told about those days.

Charlie was very proud of his military service and spoke fondly of a Mk3 Ford Zephyr he drove for the hierarchy whilst he was stationed in Malaya/Singapore.

Charlie loved his Model A Ford cars when he was young and living in Motueka. About four years ago Rod McKenzie spotted a Ford Model A Roadster for sale on Trademe, he took a print of the car up to show Charlie. It was the one Charlie had owned as a young man and he was able to print a copy of the ownership papers which showed in the early 1960,s Norman Charles Newport of Motueka was the owner. Charlie could hardly believe his eyes. It gave him quite a thrill. This was added to his many albums. We will all miss you Charlie.

MID WEEK RUN 10th 11th 12th OCTOBER 2023

Once again, Rod and Scarlett McKenzie are arranging a mid-week tour/run for mid-October. If you are coming along, you will need to arrange to stay two nights at the “Raceway Court Motel” which is at 20 Awahuri Road, on the outskirts of Feilding, being the nights of Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th October.

As this motel is very popular with truckies to stay, you are strongly advised to make your booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We have spoken to the manager [Paul} who is aware we are coming as a group.

There is a restaurant on site which we will quite probably utilise one night. Scarlett and Rod will be heading across to the Manawatu to do some reconnaissance work in the next couple of months to check out some places of interest.

At this early stage, entrants will likely meet up in Woodville for morning tea/coffee on the morning of 10th October before heading across the “Saddle Road” to Ashurst. On Thursday 12th, the final day, we will have a picnic lunch [BYO] at a pretty garden where you can wander about and admire the plants, the homestead and other interesting things before heading back to CHB. There will probably be some costs involved at places we stop at, so expect to pay some fees so bring cash for that.

It would assist in the planning if you would advise us that you will be coming along as some places need numbers of people arriving on their doorstep. Email:

To add to my “Number Plate Collection” the following number plates. [Singles will be quite acceptable].

The black aluminium plates with the first letter “D” and the first letter “J”. Any reflectorized plates from “NA” to “ZZ”, and an example of the latest type plate with three letters starting with “P”.

I have several swaps including the pressed steel coloured plates issued prior to 1964. I am endeavouring to complete an alphabet for my garage wall.

Contact Rod McKenzie 06 858 9562 or 0274

467 198 or rod.mckenzie.wpk@xtra.co.nz

Mangatainoka Motors Show & Shine Days 2023

• Sunday 28 May Brits & Euro Car Day

• Sunday 25 June V8 Sunday

• Sunday 30 July Japanese Car Day

• Sunday 27 August Ford Vs Holden Day

• Sunday 24 September Hot Rod Day

• Sunday 29 October Two Wheels Day

• Sunday 26 November Vintage Car Day

The events run as follows:

• 9:30am Gates open for all cars and Tui shop, café and restaurant open.

• 10:00am Gates open for public.

• 10:45am All competing cars to be parked.

• 11:00am Registrations close, live music starts and judging begins.

• 11:30am Guided Brewery Tour starts (from $25 pp).

• 12:30pm Prizegiving (A $500 Tui voucher is up for grabs).

• Photo opportunity in front of the Tui Tower for all cars immediately after prizegiving.

5.00pm Brewery closes.

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For Sale

Vintage Car Club—Rally Number ID plates (200 x 150mm)—$10.00 each

Available from Brian Connor

Contact: Brian Connor

Karinya@xtra.co.nz

06-855-6447

027-488-5019

Chairman Gary Weaver weave@xtra.co.nz

027-442-8920

Secretary & Brian Connor

Delegate Karinya@xtra.co.nz

027-488-5019

Treasurer Kaye Carswell accounts@wpkmotors.co.nz

021-124-3620

Club Captain Laurie & Gloria Malcolmson

Vehicle inspection John Foot

jsfoot@xtra.co.nz

06-858-8301

VCC National President Diane Quarrie

quarrienz@gmail.com

027-333-1329

volvo9349@yahoo.com or supagran14@yahoo.com.au

021-579-133

Vice Club Captain Keith & Jean Hopping keithhopping@gmail.com

021-742-302

Committee Members

Neil & Pat Malcolm

Pat.neil2016@gmail.com

027-457-8945

Catering

Iain & Eva Gollan

nga-oki@xtra.co.nz

021-170-9978

Raffles Rod & Scarlett McKenzie

rod.mckenzie.wpk@xtra.co.nz `

027-446-7198

Bruce Poole

brucepoole1930@gmail.com

027-244-9090

Welfare & Publicity Sandra Cross

secross@xtra.co.nz

06-858-9814

Torque heads Bruce Turner

sulturna@gmail.com

021-100-4333

Bleat Editor Joyce Calder

joycecalder@gmail.com

022-166-1403

CHB Torque-Heads—Coffee Group—Meets Weekly

Bruce Turner a member of the CHB Branch of the VCC, has invited members to meet every Thursdays for coffee, a scone and a catch up. A very good excuse to get your very special vehicle out of the shed and go for a nice drive to meet like minded people.

Bruce has made this a regular event inviting everyone to just turn up every Thursday morning, meeting around 10.00am.

Please check your email for time and venue

Hood Aerodrome, Masterton was opened in 1931 and was named after a young Masterton aviator, George Hood who, alongside John ‘Scotty’ Moncrieff, made the first attempt to fly the Tasman Sea in January 1928. The pair’s plane disappeared 12 hours into the flight and Hood Aerodrome was named in memory of George Hood in 1931.

 The Hood Aerodrome offers

 Skydiving

 Tiger Moth Fights

 Aviation History

 Peter Jackson Museum

Vintage and Classic Car Restoration Services

NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL

Machine Castings

One off Fabrication Weld Repairs Brazing & Mouldings

Stevenson & Taylor

2294—Takapau Road—Waipukarau

Phone—06 858 6041

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Consultations are by appointment. Angela Annear Travel Broker

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Chatham Island Tours are available. Chatham Island tours are available. Going to the Chatham Islands is an Adventure holiday. The tour uses local farm-stays a great way to experience the Chatham's.

Pitt Island is a great addition too.