THE WIPER The Newsletter of the Gore Branch of the Vintage Car Club of NZ (Inc.)
January 2019
Next meeting: 8th January MEETINGS: SECOND TUESDAY of the month at the Clubrooms, Waimea Street, Gore Branch telephone number: 03 208 7424
2018-2019 Committee and Officers Branch Patrons Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary Treasurer Club Captain Assistant Club Captains
Neil McVicar, Ray Tressler Greg Elder Vacant Katy Parish Tim Walsh John Parish Ken Buchanan Ray Taylor Charlie Davis Bill Sheddan Greg Elder Keith Nunn Branch Recorder (Wiper Editor) David North Assistant Branch Recorder Position not filled at present House Convenor Des Brewster Assistant House Convenor Paul Corcoran Social Committee Beb Kennedy, David McDowell, Keith Nunn Beaded Wheels Reporter Jim McFadzien Festival Rally Organiser Denis Knight Assistant Rally Organiser Keith and Raewyn Dodds Bar Manager Chris Scoles Assistant Bar Manager Murray Proctor Maintenance Supervisor Keith Nunn Maintenance Assistants Bill Ainge, Keith Dodds, Ray Harvey, Barry Clearwater, Alec McLennan Swapmeet & Parts Paul Corcoran Swapmeet & Parts Assistants Barry Clearwater, Evan Henderson, Gerry Kennedy, Bryan Neilson Hill Climb Evan Henderson Hill Climb Assistant Alec McLennan Sheriff Denis Knight Librarian Stewart Quertier Raffles Starr McDougall National Delegate David North Privacy Officer Katy Parish Health & Safety Officer Murray Low Museum & HPV David McDowell Tuesday Ramble Co-ordinator Fay Graves Branch Daffodil Day Co-ordinator Bill Sheddan Vehicle Identity Card signatories Evan Henderson, Denis Knight, John Parish, John Tremaine
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Front cover picture: The two winners of the Josephville Hillclimb: Neil Longman (L) Fastest Time of the Day and Phil Benvin, Best Performance. (Photo by Bryan Neilson)
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Chairman's Report January 2019 It’s December and the year is nearly over. Wow, where has it gone? Daphne and I have returned safely from the Veteran Rally in Nelson. Our Cadillac performed well although on returning home I found the clutch was sticking a little so out with the floor boards, removed the clutch cover and filled up the disc plates with Johnson’s Baby Powder which now has it working perfect again plus it smells nice!!! I have sent a report of our trip to David for The Wiper so hopefully he will publish it! [Thank you for that and, yes, it’s in this issue. The Editor] We had good weather which could not be said I hear for members at the Josephville Hillclimb on the same weekend. Pleased to hear last night at our monthly meeting that the Xmas run went well and ended at Robin’s Shed. Club’s next event is the Coastal Day Run on 19th January so hopefully will see you all there. Well, I better get out to the shed and ready two Race Cars for the classic meetings coming up in February. Trust you all have a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year. Happy Motoring Greg Elder Q. Which country has a good appetite? A. Hungary. Q. Where does Tarzan buy his clothes? A. At a jungle sale. Anon 4
Club Captain’s Report January 2019 We were unable to be there but it sounds like the Hill Climb on the 18th of November was a tad wet! Still 11 cars took part and no incidents occurred so I am sure a good day was had by all. The Christmas Run on the 9th of December was also a little damp but it didn’t really rain. A short drive to Pukerau via Mataura took 16 cars to Robin Dickson’s sheds. He has a mind-blowing collection but will have to live to at least 150 years-old to finish restoring them all. A big “Thank you” to Robin for showing us around. Then back to the clubrooms for a pot luck BBQ tea which went very well. Thanks to all who helped out. The next event on the calendar is a Coastal Day Run on Saturday the 19th of January starting at 10am at the clubroom and bring your lunch. This is being organised by Keith & Linda Nunn and I am sure it will be a great day out. The entry forms for our Festival Rally on the 16th of February are out so fill yours in and send it to Denis Knight before you lose it. If you can’t find it already then contact Denis for another one. A lot of work goes into setting up this Rally so please give it your support. For those who missed the December meeting there were entry forms for the South Island Easter Rally to be held in Ashburton on the 19th to 22nd of April 2019. If you require an entry form there may be still some on the table by the notice board or contact the Secretary John Parish Thought for the Day If you replace "W" with "T" in "What, Where and When", you get the answer to each of them. Bill Sheddan 5
From the Editor’s keyboard Well, we’re back from our trip(s) and, yes, in answer to many questions, you will be reading about them in The Wiper. After all, I can’t keep pestering you to write about your trips and then not do so myself! Thank you to those who have provided write-ups, and especially photographs, of the events that happened while we were away, without me being there to twist arms! You will see their efforts in this and the next issues of The Wiper, with more photos next month – I couldn’t fit them all in this time. As 2019 looms, now is the traditional time to make a fresh start, so I hope you like the modest make-over to the front cover. It’s also the time be thinking about New Year resolutions. A suggestion why not resolve to write an article or a story for The Wiper? If every member wrote one just thing each year that would be enough to keep The Wiper full of interesting material. That wouldn’t be hard, would it?! Happy reading – and a very Happy New Year to you all. David North
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TARGA What a great event! Having seen the Vintage section included in the 2018 TARGA I thought I could give that a go, so over a couple of glasses of red wine I managed to convince Jill she would be a wonderful Co-Driver and so off went the entry form which included becoming a member of the Gore VCC club. Preparation was a little nerve wrecking not having entered a rally before, but the help from Rod Corbett was fantastic. New Michelin tyres to replace the 30-something-year-old cross plies were the only real upgrade required. When the sample route book arrived Jill began to have second thoughts, but another couple of wines and her conďŹ dence was restored. I must admit some of the distances to be covered looked a bit daunting, but hey, this is the TARGA not a Sunday drive. First event arrived. At registration there seemed to be plenty of newbies like us so TARGA stickers and numbers on and off to Queens Park. All the Grandkids arrived to see what Granma and Granddad had got themselves into this time. Great night at the Richardson Transport World. Met some other TARGA'ers and sat with the very dapper MG crew of Peter and Mark. Next morning we're off. First stage and nerves settle, that didn't seem too hard and Jill thinks we are pretty much on the button for time. Next stages we start to relax. We know it is a time trial but with beautiful closed roads and having all of it to yourself the adrenalin tends to take over and the fun of driving the old MG in the manner it was intended was such a privilege. Cutting through the apex on the corners, over the brow of a hill and into the next bend, being able to use all of the road was exhilarating!
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Ken and Jill’s car at a rather damp Dunedin start
Averaging 70ks doesn't sound like much but you need to take into account you have to go around corners. Over the course of the Rally on some stages we were really pushing it to average 70k, other stages the times got a little overlooked and the MG was given her head and she flew. But it was all fantastic fun. Some of the moments that will stick with me will be seeing and hearing Joe Gillman in the ‘38 Ford Coupe thundering up out of that ravine out of Mosgiel, Mike and Liz coming up behind us in the SS100 with those two blazing searchlights on and the beautiful little Porsche 911s going around comers as if on rails and I wonder how many Rolls-Royces have been seen on the Highlands Park circuit with the driver in a top hat, smoking a fat cigar. Yes, many memories.
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Joe Gillman’s coupe
The Rolls-Royce crew – and “that” top hat! (All photos by the Editor) 12
We had sunshine, we had rain, wet roads and dry roads, early mornings (and I mean up at 5am and ďŹ nish at 6.30pm). Realising a half hour break meant 5 minutes and a 1 hour break meant 25minutes. Yes they were long full days but it was a fantastic experience and we absolutely enjoyed every moment of it. To Rod and Anne Corbett, you are to be congratulated on bringing this event together and we sincerely thank you. Ken and Jill Muir
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Josephville Hillclimb 2018 The Gore Vintage Car Club held its 13th annual Josephville Hillclimb on Sunday the 18th of November. Preparations began several weeks before with course maintenance required ahead of time and, after a bit of fence mending and some replacement hay bales were positioned, the track was back in ship-shape. Fortunately, even though 13 is unlucky for some, the spare bales were not needed. A big thanks to Andy Christie for the hay. Entrants came from far and wide, including Invercargill, Alexandra, Queenstown, Timaru and Nelson. Not a bad spread, but the majority of entries – 6 of the 11 to be precise – just happen to be related, making it rather a family affair. Next year we are looking for more outside competition, so spread the word! The week leading up to the event had all eyes focused on the everchanging weather forecast, and when the day finally came around, it more than delivered. At first light things were better than anticipated, and hopes remained high for a fast dry track. Those hopes were soon to be dashed. Upon arriving at the Mitchell property, the clouds immediately began to close in as rain threatened, eventually delivering on its promise. Luckily this was not before the radios and timers were tested, all relevant competitor paperwork was completed, and a few remaining cars were scrutinised by the ever-present Terry Inder. The first practice runs were underway at 11am, with wheels spinning on the start line as the heavens opened, the slick track adding to an already difficult proposition. Due to the unfavourable weather conditions, the traditional break for lunch was scrapped in favour of continued racing. For the drivers this meant there was no time to take the “pedal off the metal”, and the real racing began! The racing was close, with a group of competitors tightly bunched (Phil Benvin, Willie Henderson, Terry Inder, and Pat Hurley were all in the 34's). But when the dust (or in this case rain) had settled, the top honour belonged to Neil Longman in his Mallock U2, who finished comfortably ahead of the rest of the field in 27.22 seconds. Neil was the only driver to break 30 seconds. An impressive performance given the conditions, and a serious threat to the track record in years to come. 14
The Mallock is unique in its own right, designed in England to race in the Formula Junior series, but built in Christchurch and fitted with a Hillman Avenger engine. Evan Henderson placed his Jag into retirement after a personal best time in 2017, opting instead to run his Nissan 280Z (a bearing issue at Hawkswood was not a contributing factor). Along with most of the usual suspects, Phil Benvin and Willie Henderson made the trip for a second year running. Phil has consistently improved his driving skills over the years in the Jaguar XK 140, and his times reflected this. It is also great to see such a beautiful car out on the track and continuing its long and proud racing history. Frank Bray put in a sterling effort for a first-timer, recording 31.51 in his TR7 and placing 4th overall. Mervyn Frew was unable to complete all runs due to a small engine problem and wisely withdrew, not wanting to risk further damage to his Porsche. In stark contrast to 2017, Neil McDonald got things right this year, saving his best 'til last! Some drivers were surprised to learn there was very little difference in their times from the previous year, but noted that despite the wet track, it still handled extremely well and that they had enjoyed the challenge. (The photographer did not hold this opinion, and challenging it was!) By day’s end the weather had taken its toll on both competitors and equipment alike, with the gazebo used for shelter damaged beyond repair due to wind! Presentations were briefly held at 1pm, with Neil Longman winning the Stewart Quertier trophy for fastest time, and Phil Benvin the Alec McLennan trophy for best performance. Great effort gentlemen! The Gore Vintage Car Club would like to make a special thanks to the Mitchell family for the use of their property, Ian Ridd for his continued long term service as event steward, the Eastern Southland Car Club – and in particular Earl Hewlett and his wife Beth for their time and equipment - along with the flag marshals, time keepers, and all the others who helped make the day a success. I trust everyone enjoyed their outing despite the atrocious conditions, and hope to see you all back next year for number fourteen!
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Competitor
Car
Time (s)
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Neil Longman Mervyn Frew Neil McDonald Frank Bray Evan Henderson Pat Hurley Willie Henderson Phil Benvin Terry Inder Dick Shanks John Tremaine
Mallock U2 Porsche 911 Monroe Special Triumph TR7 Nissan 280Z Mini Cooper S Jaguar MK2 Jaguar XK 140 Datsun 180B Daimler SP250 Ford Model A
27.22 30.82 31.11 31.51 32.57 34.24 34.34 34.78 34.94 35.90 42.76
Mervyn Frew’s Porsche 911
Neil McDonald’s Monroe Special
Frank Bray’s Triumph TR7
Evan Henderson’s Nissan 280Z
Pat Hurley’s Mini Cooper S
Willie Henderson’s Jaguar Mk2 16
Terry Inder’s Datsun 180B
Dick Shanks’ Daimler SP250
John Tremaine’s Ford Model A
The photographer’s nest
Some of the happy band of helpers and participants
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The trophy winners: Neil Longman (top) and Phil Benvin.
Evan Henderson Credits: - Event organisation by Evan Henderson and Alec McLennan - Event photography by Bryan Neilson 18
Coastal Day Run Saturday 19th January 2019
10.00am: assemble at Clubrooms – with your lunch (The run will include some gravel) Inquiries to: Keith Nunn (03) 208 5403 19
Gore Branch Events for the 2018-19 Season Event
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Organiser(s)
2019 Coastal Day Run
Saturday 19th January
Keith Nunn
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Festival Rally
Saturday 16 February Denis Knight
Diggers Run
Sunday 23rd February
Clearwater Capers Run
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Sunday 3 March
Frank Robson Run Sunday 10th March
Ken Buchanan Charlie Davis, Ray Taylor Greg Elder
Gore Swap Meet
Sunday 17th March
Paul Corcoran
Ladies Run
Sunday 7th April
Fay Graves
Night Trial
Saturday 11th May
Bill Sheddan
End of Season Run Saturday 8th June
Tuesday Ramble
Charlie Davis, Ray Taylor
Normally the last Co-ordinated by Tuesday of the month. Fay Graves (Variable in December)
2020 National Veteran Rally
16th to 18th October
Paul Herron
Editor's note to event organisers: if you want to see a report in The Wiper please provide one yourselves or organise somebody to do it for you. (N.B. This usually works best if you ask them before the event!)
Diggers Run Reminder, Sunday 23rd February We will have an idea of numbers and cars required before the February meeting. If you are available/interested in taking part phone Ken Buchanan (03) 208 6901 20
Other Events 2019 26th - 27th January
Edendale Crank Up featuring David Brown tractors, Land Rover and Citroen with special guest Allan Dick, motoring journalist
26th - 27th January
65th Dunedin to Brighton Run, Otago Branch
15th - 17th February
26th National Motorcycle Rally – Blenheim
26th February
Race4Life Trackday, Teretonga. Give rides in your VCC car to palliative care patients. Contact Viv James for details: email viv@race4life.co.nz or phone 021 883669
7th – 13th March
North Island Club Captain’s Tour. Kaaren Smylie Phone 07 576 4180, cell 021 664 341 or email: nicc@vcc.org.nz
19th - 21st April
National South Island Easter Rally (Ashburton)
20th – 21st April
Wheels at Wanaka vintage show. Details at https://www.wheelsatwanaka.co.nz/
25th August
National Day - Daffodil Rally for Cancer
2020 16th - 18th October
National Veteran Rally, Gore Branch
2021 17th – 22nd January
Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring, New Plymouth Thought for the Day
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Tuesday Ramble 29th January 12.30pm: Meet at the Norths’ house (4 Trotter Street, Riverton) with your chairs and picnic lunch
or make your own arrangements on the beach or in Riverton and meet at the house by 1.45pm: to depart for a visit to the Riverton Coastguard (Large gold coin donation per person or folding donation per car will be collected before we leave)
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National Veteran Rally, Nelson (1) 16th - 18th November 2018 With our 1917 Cadillac loaded up in the trailer the Wednesday prior to the rally start Daphne and I motored to Christchurch where we stayed the first night. Up bright and early the next morning we left at 6 am and headed up the east coast to Nelson. We had watched a program on TV on the reconstruction of the earthquake damaged highway and thought it would be good to have a first-hand view of it all as we motored up. We were amazed at the work that has gone into the highway rebuild. The weather was perfect and the sea was like glass with a sea fog until the sun came out. As we had all day to get to Nelson we stopped at several vantage points including a lunch stop at Kaikoura to look at the new harbour that’s been made for the Whale Watch boats. Arriving in Nelson late afternoon we left the trailer out at a caravan park near our motel in Richmond. The Rally was based at Richmond as Nelson VCC Club Rooms are 4 kms away out at the Speedway Track. Friday was a free day so we unloaded the Cadillac and drove out to Mapua where we met friends for coffee down at the water front and then stayed on for lunch at their home.
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We were lucky that our motel had a cancellation so we were able to put the Cadillac under cover parked beside a 1906 single-cylinder Cadillac and a 1914 Swift. Registration opened at 4pm followed by a Happy Hour and then a friendly “Get to know you” dinner at 6pm. Here we met up with some of the 53 veteran car entrants along with Paul and Lynne Herron from our Gore Club who had brought up their 1911 Ford Model T. Saturday morning after fuelling up we parked at the Sundial Square Car Park in Richmond. All the vehicles were on display for the public from 8.30-10am. A big crowd gathered to watch an item performed by the Nelson Histrionics Troupe to commemorate Armistice Day and view the impressive array of vehicles.
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and field tests at Willow Bank, a small historic village where they had moved their monthly public open day to accommodate us. We struggled in the field tests as the Cadillac was, they said, the highest vehicle there and Daphne had trouble leaning out of the car to attempt the various challenges. At least I was able to keep the car moving without stopping which would have lost points! (The 19-plate original clutch was working well with its Johnson’s Baby Powder additive!!!) Luckily the weather stayed reasonably fine so we were able to leave the hood down with rear tonneau cover on. Departing Willow Bank for the afternoon run back to Richmond we visited Richard Conlon’s workshop where he had a very interesting display of cars he is working on for clients plus some of his own. With the Cadillac safely back at the motel and covers on we went to the Happy Hour held close by at the Club Waimea Bowling Club rooms followed by an evening meal. Sunday dawned clear and warm which was a surprise as a lot of the country appeared to be having wild storms. We assembled at the Nelson VCC Club Rooms at 9 am. Complimentary morning tea was provided and then we headed out on the Heritage Cruise of approximately 40 kms. First car was away at 10am. We motored up the back of Stoke and Richmond, past a couple of Rest Homes and then back down along the waterfront into Nelson. Along past Tahunanui Park sports grounds where traffic was just about at a standstill. Tempers and cars were getting hot, so I was very pleased that the new radiator core I had fitted to our car was working well and no overheating as we crawled along in traffic. Several veterans were stopped on the side of the road with overheating. We decided to return around the back highway to avoid a repeat of the grid-locked waterfront as we were behind time to visit the lovely Isel House which is one of Nelsons finest heritage houses set in a picturesque English-style park. Isel House is an integral part of Nelson’s local history and tells the story of the Marsdens, one of Nelson’s first families, who arrived in 1842. The house includes many beautiful items, including 17th to 19th Century European furniture, large paintings and delicate ceramics, originally 26
owned by the Marsdens. We were able to look through the house and have a photo-shoot of our vehicles in front of the house. From there we motored to the nearby lunch stop at the Historic Broadgreen House where we were an important part of the annual rose festival titled ‘Among the Roses’, where the community enjoyed music, performances, markets, and tours of the house and gardens. Broadgreen is a charming cottage beautifully restored to show family life in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The house was built in 1855 for Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Buxton and their six daughters and is an excellent example of early colonial cob construction. The Nelson City Council bought the house in 1965. The grounds of Broadgreen House contain the highly-regarded Samuels Rose Garden that boasts an extensive collection of over 3000 plants. As the weather was hot it was great to be able to park along with the other veteran cars under the large 100 year-old English trees in the park. There was a large turnout of the public. We had to stay on site to 3pm and then we visited the World of Wearable Art & Nelson Classic Car Collection just down the road. It’s ten or so years since I have been there. It’s a fantastic Museum. I managed to get a look through their workshop and then around the car display as Daphne looked around the wearable arts display and the shop. The Talley family had, I think, six of their veteran cars in the Rally, all beautifully-restored. My favourites were the 1916 Locomobile followed by the 1911 Renault 4-cylinder. So, with the Cadillac back in the trailer and all tied down it was back to the motel to freshen up for the official Rally Dinner and prize-giving which was held at the Bowling Club rooms. A great night was held and I was surprised to get third place in the People’s Choice. The winner was a 1913 Darracq in original condition from Dunedin. Monday morning 7 am and we were on the road home via the Lewis Pass. Snow at the top of the Pass which was falling off the trees onto a hot road making steam rise so thick that we nearly had to stop. Had a good run down to Christchurch where we stopped the night and then home the next day driving in very heavy rain from Oamaru south. We 27
just got past Milton before the main highway was closed because of flooding. Our car ran beautifully and gave no trouble as we motored around the Nelson area. So overall a great trip. Fantastic to see 53 veteran cars and four motorcycles all together. Let’s hope we can get that many for our 2020 National Veteran Rally in Gore. Happy Motoring Greg Elder
2018 Nelson National Veteran Rally (2) (16th – 18th November) With the Veteran class ending at 31st December 1918 this meant that all Veterans are 100 years-old minimum this year.
The Rally Plaque
Lynne, myself and Greg and Daphne Elder decided to attend this year’s Rally, each trailering our veterans the long distance up the Island. A total of 48 cars and 4 bikes made up the entries and when we settled into our 28
digs we found the branch clubrooms for the meet and greet with most staying for the pre-arranged tea. Rally packs handed out and ready for the next day’s motoring. We arrived at Sundial Square at 8.30am in Richmond on the Saturday for the display start and a chance to check out the other entrant’s vehicles. An impressive six veterans were entered from the Talley Collection that are normally displayed at the World of Wearable Art (W.O.W) museum in Richmond. A re-enactment of the signing of the Armistice Treaty was played out at the square with the usual military parade. Vehicles started to leave at 10am after each being flagged off by the Nelson Mayor with both Greg and myself opting for the 70-mile long run. After negotiating around the streets of Richmond we motored on to the Moutere Highway and over the Moutere Hill, then deviated over to Mapua. Back on another Highway called Coastal Highway which was very scenic, then through Brightwater. Onto Wakefield for our lunch and field tests at the privately owned historic “Willowbank Village”.
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The Sunday heritage cruise started from the VCC clubrooms at 10am and the run was mostly around the streets of Richmond which caused some grumblings due to the constant traffic, speed bumps and lights. We stopped at the first historic homestead of “Isel House” dating to mid1800s and then owned by Marsden family, one of Nelson’s First Families. A photo-shoot of each veteran in front of the home was arranged at arrival. We then moved on to the 2nd homestead, this being “Broadgreen House” where we were parked up for lunch and public display. This house was built in 1855 for the Buxton family and their six daughters and is now owned by Nelson City Council.
Isel House
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A rose ceremony was held there and there were various stalls to view, leaving mid-afternoon to load our cars and view the W.O.W museum. We all then gathered for the final dinner and prize giving. Greg & Daphne were placed in the concours and this was the only prize to head this far south. Very well-deserved. Congratulations to the Nelson Branch for a well-organised rally and I was very pleased we went the distance to attend.
End of Rally instructions!
Our trip home was quite eventful with heavy rain, wind and flooding with roads closing behind us. Paul Herron
Online Bonuses More of Bryan Neilson’s photos from the Josephville Hillclimb: https://photos.app.goo.gl/usoutAb5E1L7o5G89 Vintage Car Hill Climb, Prescott, Gloucestershire, England. 2008 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjInt0zgAFU Look at Life - Talking of Coaches 1959: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qik3ykD0fQU Our Car Club https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaeN6wZEunw&list=PL00021C94 5966550D&index=12 31
Christmas Run Sunday 9th December 2018 This year we decided to have a Christmas Run as the RSA did not want a Diggers Run in December. There may still be a Diggers Run but it will be early next year instead. Sunday was a bit overcast with the occasional brief shower but no real rain and 16 cars assembled at the clubrooms at 3pm. After waiting the obligatory 15 minutes for any late comers we headed off on a 40ish-mile drive through Mataura and around to Pukerau where we visited Robin Dickson’s sheds. For anyone who hasn’t been there it is astounding how many treasures Robin has accumulated! Robin had made a bit of room for us by driving a couple of cars outside and most of the shed could be accessed although only in Indian file.
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After a good look, which took a while, we thanked Robin and headed back to the clubrooms for a pot luck BBQ tea. There was ample food and the bar was open so it was very sociable. Katy had given out a Christmas quiz to each car on the run and once gathered up and marked it turned out that Murray and Marilyn Proctor are our experts on Christmas.
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Gore VCC Supper Roster 2018/9 Ray Taylor, Charlie Davis February Murray Lowe Ken Youngson March Keith Nunn April To be advised May Denis Knight June To be advised July To be advised August September To be advised To be advised October November To be advised December To be advised
IF YOU ARE UNAVAILABLE ON YOUR ROSTERED NIGHT, PLEASE ARRANGE YOUR OWN SUBSTITUTE.
January
We need to cater for about 3040 members each night. The cuppa and serving of the supper is to be arranged within the Social Committee. If necessary, small items can be bought at Gore New World and charged to the Gore VCC account.
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Reminders Non-commercial FOR SALE and WANTED advertisements are free to Club members. Each advertisement will be published in 3 consecutive issues of The Wiper. Please contact the Editor. The vinyl “VCC Wings” badges (as featured on the front cover) are still available from the Treasurer, cost $2 each. VCC name badges If you haven't got one, they are available from Van De Water Jewellers at a discounted cost of $18. The badges are black with white lettering and bear your name and Gore VCC. NB. Not wearing one at a meeting is likely to attract the Sheriff’s attention and result in a fine! The Wiper is also available by email. It arrives earlier than the postal or hand-delivered ones, the pictures are in colour and there are (working) hyperlinks. There are two versions, a pdf file and an online one. Let me know if you would like to try this out. The Editor 35
“COOKERY” CORNER Festive Sparkle Serves 6 (allegedly) Ingredients 6 small strawberries 1 egg white 2 tbsp caster sugar 6 tsp strawberry liqueur 6 tbsp pineapple juice 750ml bottle of champagne (or other sparkling wine), chilled Method Cut each strawberry from base to hull, taking care not to cut in half (or leave whole if desired – or lazy!). Place egg white in a bowl and whisk. Place sugar in a bowl. Dip half the strawberry into egg white, then in sugar to coat. Place strawberries onto the side of six glasses (or serve whole) Place strawberry liqueur and pineapple juice into glasses Top with champagne and serve One of my favourites - cheers! The Editor
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ADVERTISEMENTS FOR SALE (?) [via Ross Holden] A selection of (windscreen) wipers are available. Dianne writes: “Anyone want these. Unused new parts. Found them in my dads garage . They must be at least 30 years old. He worked for John W Andrews at one stage.” If interested, email dianneandpaul@hotmail.co.nz WANTED [via Ross Holden] Phil writes: “I have a 1924 Model T Ford Tourer which requires a new wood body frame. I am looking for someone in New Zealand who may have the necessary dimensions to make the timber pieces for me. I am trying to eliminate freight costs of importing a kit. Can you suggest someone who can help me? Thank you.” WANTED [via Ross Holden] Mike from Oamaru says: “I need the following items for my 1957 series 2 Morris Oxford: Front end including guards, bonnet, bumper bar and overriders, nuts screws and bolts, badge (with bull logo), grille, stainless grille trims (two piece), full wiring loom, headlight stainless surrounds, and mag wheels?? I would like to get the old girl back on the road. Thank you guys very much, and have a great day!!!!” Contact Ross Holden, Communications & Marketing Officer, VCC Email: comms@vcc.org.nz or phone 021 2638488 WANTED 1928 Chrysler or DeSoto right hand tail light stalk. Chris Scoles, phone 027 226 5967 1/3
WANTED Complete diff or higher-geared diff head to suit 1934-1935 Ford V8 pickup. Phone Denis Knight: home (03) 208 5404 or cell 027 3513190 3/3
FOR SALE VCC rally number holder. Only $10-00 Russell Newland.....Ph 03 208 5899 1/3
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Newsletters from other branches Many Branch Newsletters are now posted on the VCC Website: www.vcc.org.nz/news-from-our-branches A very few branches are still sending us printed copies and these are displayed on the stand in the Library for three months. Others are received as pdf files or by email and can be forwarded to you, on request, by the Editor or the Secretary.
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