BMCCF March 2013 Newsletter

The Cape Fear British Motor
Club Welcomes all Marquees,
Models and Motoring
Enthusiasts
Regular Meetings are the
3rd Thursday of each
month unless otherwise
posted.
BMCCF NOTE:
For additions or submissions to
the letter contact the editor:
Next Meeting -
March 21st
at Temptations
Charlie Schaefer or
[email protected]
Visit the website:
www.BMCCF.org
Dining @6:00pm
Meeting@ 7:00pm
Volume 15 No.3
BMCCF
THE HUB
March 2013
The Official Monthly Publication of the British Motor Club of the Cape Fear
President:
Edie Cutler
[email protected]
VP:
Ron Foster
[email protected]
Treasurer /Membership:
Terry Smith & Caryl Finn
[email protected]
[email protected]
Secretary:
Karen Burr
[email protected]
Webmaster:
Dale Masters
[email protected]
Newsletter:
Charlie Schaefer
[email protected]
Activities Director:
Susan Roberson
[email protected]
Club Regalia:
Trudy Williamson
[email protected]
Club Historian:
Sir Dale Masters
[email protected]
Sunshine Person:
Jacq Moore
President’s Message:
Everyone has gotten an e-mail from Susan about the
St. Pat's Gala Event at Michael's. Please respond
PDQ! (Paddy Damn Quick) There are only 50 seats
available and you don't want
to miss this one!
Show season is upon us. If
you can, take a kid to a show.
They will always remember
it, and so will you!
A breakfast meeting is in the
planning stages. I'll keep you
informed.
Erin go braugh!
Edie
[email protected]
Car Show Chairmen:
Pam McMahon
[email protected]
Al Warrington
[email protected]
The HUB is published and distributed Monthly by the Cape
Fear British Motor Club.
Articles reflect the opinion of the author and are the
property of the Cape Fear British Motor Club and may be
reprinted by similar clubs providing the author and source
1
BMCCF - Minutes
February 21, 2013
Temptations, a.k.a. the BMCCF Club House
Meeting called to order 7:00pm. January’s minutes were approved.
Le Compt de Monay reports that the Treasury holds $5,752.20. Not bad.
Our 2013 Car Show has been officially welcomed to the Wrightsville Beach Park for September
14th. Please feel free to volunteer and consider chairing Sound System or Sponsor Sales, or any
other, for that matter. Contact Pam before you spend any money on the show so she can budget
correctly.
Among our visitors, Cathy and Greg Pittman get the Long Distance Award, trekking from Selma
for the weekend. Caryl Finn, as our official Registrar, welcomed two new members – Brett Lee
(actually a new/old/former/previous/welcomed back – pick one - member) who owns a ’60 TR3
and ’67 MGB, and Sydney Christian (Cristen’s mom) with a Mini Cooper S. Robin Ward
introduced Steve Shepherd who says he has an “un-running” ’80 MGB. I imagine that will be
fixed pretty quickly! Our membership now totals 73.
Cars and Coffee, last meeting at Schaeffer BMW on a COLD morning, was nonetheless a
success with 9 of our members present. Next up is at Chili’s on College (next to Kmart) on
March 2, 9:00 am.
Activities: Susan Roberson reported the Chili Cook-Off a great success. Thank you John and
Joanne Foster. Donna Schaefer won for her fabulous chili, Caryl Finn for her really yummy
chowder, and Thelma Steuter for that luscious baklava. Sigh. Events coming up will be posted
on the website and sent via emails. Our calendars are filling up! Some upcoming events are:
Saturday Feb 23rd’s Shake the Cobwebs out drive will be put off a day to Sunday, same time,
same place.
AACA’s Antique Cars at Independence Hall March 9.
St. Patrick’s Day-on-the-16th at Michael’s in Carolina Beach.
The MG Club’s weekend in Beaufort March 23.
International Festival benefiting Relay for Life on April 6, Kiwanis Park in Hampstead (it was
voted that BMCCF would donate $100 – and any number of us can participate – a great cause so
let’s turn out in force for it).
Carolina British Classics April 4th-6th in Cayce, SC.
Rims on the River April 20.
The Spring weekend in New Bern on May 17th (Hilton Doubletree at $119/night – holding that
price until 4-17) will include a drive on Saturday.
2
Christen and Patti are working on a rally (yea!).
A thank you plaque and a really nice thank you note from New Hanover Regional Medical
Center was presented to Dale Masters for his work on last summer’s Pink Ribbon Project
drive. It will hang proudly in our clubhouse, Temptations.
The Top Cat Yard Sale is coming up (April 20) – any donations can be made to Cookie Cooper.
Sadly, we have lost a most important member of our club. Dale Masters passed away on
Sunday, February 24, 2013. Please keep the Linda and their son, Tom, and daughter, Mary, and
their families, in your thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time.
Even though the minutes are long, our meeting was short so we could make time to see Time
Shift, a BBC production of British Sports cars after WWII, kindly brought to us by Eric
Robinson. It was an hour of wonderful LBCs and typical British humor. Thanks, Eric!
41 members attended. More come each month – we need extra tables!
Meeting was adjourned at 7:20 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Karen Burr, Secretary
***********************************
Since you asked...Friends have been asking if there is anything they can do for Pam's
sister and her family. Prayers are always welcome and needed. If you care to do more,
you could stop by any branch location of Wells Fargo and make a donation to The
O’Connor Family account or send checks directly to:
The O’Connor Family
PO Box 1033
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
*********************************
Operation Topcat, a non-profit organization that helps spay and neuter
the stray and feral cats in the Topsail area, has planned a yard sale for
Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m.. Money raised will go towards helping to
reduce the overpopulation of cats in our area and educating pet owners
about the importance of spaying and neutering their pets. The yard sale
will be held at the Mini Storage on the Green Hampstead on Hwy 17
South. Donations for the sale are still being accepted.
For more information, contact Cookie at 910.329.0722 or email [email protected]
3
Cape Fear Chapter
Antique Automobile Show
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Independence Mall
Wilmington, NC
 Our annual show attracts antique and classic vehicles from across the Carolinas.
 A large variety of vehicles displayed dating from the early 1900ʼs through 1988.
 Publicized through TV, Radio, Newspapers, and other publications!
 All day event with hundreds of spectators held at Independence Mall
 Trophies, Plaques, Awards, and special recognition at showʼs end.
We would like to salute the sponsors of our 40th Anniversary 2012 show! Thanks to your
support!
Our annual Spring Show is the only sponsored event that we conduct each year. Your support
helps us to continue the
preservation and display of fine antique vehicles. All proceeds go directly to offset fees and
expenditures from this
event and other activities our club supports locally each year.
Please give us your support in preserving and displaying a part of our history! In appreciation
for your support, you will
be recognized on our Sponsorship Display Board throughout the show. Sponsors receive
recognition at our trophy and
award ceremony at the end of the show. Each show participant also receives a copy of the
sponsor list.
About the Club…
The Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) was founded in November 1935. AACA is
headquartered in
Hershey, PA, and is the oldest and largest such club in the United States. The North Carolina
Region of the AACA is
comprised of 14 local chapters. The Cape Fear Chapter, located in Wilmington, was chartered
in 1972. The local
members of the Cape Fear Chapter own over 80 antique automobiles. Several of these locally
owned cars are state
and national award winners.
The Cape Fear Chapter is active in a number of civic and commemorative activities in our area
each year. Some
4
of these events include Wilmingtonʼs North Carolina Azalea Festival Parade, Riverfest,
Southportʼs Annual 4th of July
Parade, and numerous area Christmas parades. Club members have visited area nursing
homes for car displays and
rides.
To become a Show Sponsor, please complete the form at the bottom of this page.
Please be sure to
return the completed form with your check by Friday, March 1, 2013 to insure that your
name appears
on the Sponsorship Display Board. Thank you!
 For more information contact:
Bob Lancaster
(910) 540-8939 [email protected]
Ashby Armistead (910) 612-0470 [email protected]
Your club contact person:
___________________________________________________________________
Name__________________________________________ Address
__________________________________________
City _______________________________ State ___________ Zip ______________
Phone_______________________
Please print Business name as you want it to appear on the Sponsorship Display Board
WE ENCOURAGE FULL CLUB PARTICIPATION PLEASE
5
About the Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance
For more than 100 years, Pinehurst has crowned champions in some of the most
prestigious golf events in the world. Now a new champion will be named on the
storied links, this time for “Best in Show” for automobiles at the Pinehurst
Concours d’Elegance on Sunday, May 5, 2013.
The Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance will combine the world-class amenities of
Pinehurst Resort, special experiences for all attendees, some of the greatest
vehicles ever created and an opportunity to benefit and honor the men and women
of the military from nearby Fort Bragg, NC.
Four days of events are planned for the Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance starting on
Thursday, May 2nd with a “Taste of the South” Welcome Party. On Friday, May 3rd,
many of the Concours-participating vehicles will take part in the Iron Mike Rally,
ending the day at a special event in downtown Pinehurst. A golf tournament and
collector car auction will be held on Saturday, May 4th, as well as “The Pinehurst
Concours Derby Party- A Celebration of Horsepower” gala event that evening at
Pinehurst Resort. The inaugural Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance, featuring more
than 150 of the most historic automobiles and motorcycles from around the world,
including significant military vehicles, takes place on Sunday, May 5th.
Additional information about the Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance, including the
latest news about the event and links to social media, may be found at
www.pinehurstconcours.com.
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW - SOME ARE
STAYING AT THE MARRIOTT at SPRING HILL SUITS in
PINEHURST - CALL 888.287.9400. Charles G. has 1 room still
available - first come.
6
BMCCF CHILI, CHOWDER & DESSERT
COOK-OFF!
About 35 souls braved the snow forecast the evening of Feb. 16, 2013 to attend the
now re-named Chilly Chili, Chowder & Dessert Cook-Off held at SeaPath Yacht
Club Marina Clubhouse hosted by John & Joanne Foster
The evening kicked off at 6:30 with the pronouncement
that "tasting was open" and some attendees headed
straight for the luscious desserts!
There were appetizers, two Chowder's, four Chili's , one
Etouffee, numerous corn-breads and six desserts. After
much sampling and conversation, the votes were counted
with the following results “BMCCF Trophy Wives”
2013 Best Chili - Donna Schaefer
7
2013 Best Chowder - Caryl Finn
2013 Best Dessert - Thelma Studer
8
Thanks to all who participated and enjoyed the evening.
9
Sir Dale Charles Masters
We have lost a founding member of BMCCF, an inspiration to all and we
will miss him dearly. Dale was a man of many talents and loved to live the
dream. BMCCF will be doing a special tribute to Sir Dale shortly.
The knighting of Sir Dale Masters - October 4th 2008
10
Sir Dale rocks on - first “Rusty Bumpers” performance
October 30th 2010
11
Dale & Linda are not much for missing a great time...
12
13
Shake the Cob Webs Out Run - 2013
14
“They are back with a new project”:
Tr-6 Project Update #1
By - John Foster
Since acquiring a 1971 Triumph TR-6 (that had set unused for a number of years after a
"small" ft. end collision) from fellow BMCCF member Gil David on 2/2/13, the general
plan is to get the car running to access the condition of the engine, etc. before addressing
the body work.
Some of the items accomplished are:
Drained/removed/flushed radiator & hoses.
Drained engine oil (pretty black) & replaced canister style oil filter.
Removed/drained gas tank (old fuel was really STINKING).
Blew out fuel supply lines, cleaned mech. fuel pump internal filter, removed/cleaned
carb. float bowls, etc.
Cleaned corroded ignition points & re-set gap, cleaned scale from inside distributor cap/
rotor contacts.
Sent clutch slave
cylinder to Apple
Hydraulics for brass
sleeving the bore
and re-build.
Cleaned all battery
power & ground
cables & attachment
points.
Drained/re-filled
Trans. oil, topped
off differential &
rear shocks.
Greased front end/
drive-shaft & rear
axles.
Removed spark
plugs & sprayed
WD-40 into
cylinders.
15
BMCCF Stuffs:
•From Ron Foster - Thought you guys would like to have this in your
files. Note the color combination.
http://youtu.be/66owXqZaexs
• From Eric Robinson - The car pictured in the newsletter is a Healy-Elliott. and it was
Donald Healey's first closed saloon model. Bodies were built by Samuel Elliott and
Sons (Caversham) on a chassis of Healey's design, and with a 2443cc 4-cylinder twin
Riley engine (from the RMB) tuned to give 104bhp. The Healey Elliot saloon set a
record of 110mph on the Jabbeke straight in Belgium in 1947, the fastest 4-seater
closed saloon in the world. 104 Healey Elliots were built from 1946-1950. At the end,
Elliot and Healey fell out, and the replacement saloon was built by Tickford. The
Healey Westland was an open roadster version of the Elliott built by Westland Motor
Works (Hereford).
http://www.classicmobilia.com/Pages/HealeyWoodieEstate.aspx
• From Craig Murden - The Gathering car show will be April 19-21 this year.
But, the close-in Hampton Inn is already sold out. So, some of us are booking the
Hamton Inn in Mt. Airy---15 minutes from the show. It's $109 (before AAA 5%
discount) and there's still plenty of room there for those dates. Mt. Airy Hamton Inn ph.
#: (336) 789-5999.
• From David Ward - Nobody but the British could do this ad, and for a good cause
too!! Enjoy!!
http://www.youtube.com/embed/ik9AtJQXaHQ?rel=0
• From Gail Guthrie - So there you are in Sabadell , near Barcelona , Spain , and you
decide to go out and for a late afternoon stroll around the town square with the rest of
the folks.
All of a sudden this guy in a top hat and tux comes out with a large bass violin and starts
playing the final movement of Beethoven's 9th symphony. Well, that's kinda ' neat so you
hang around to watch for a few minutes.A crowd begins to gather in curiosity, enjoying
the guy play. What happens next will blow your mind.
Click here--> SomSabadell surprise - YouTube
16
• From Jeff Starling - WANTED 15” CHROME WIRE WHEELS also FOR SALE
New English Leather Navy Blue Interior Kit complete with seat cushions Leather arm
rest & Panel Kit for a Healey BJ8 . Also for BJ7 or BJ8 New full Navy Tonneau
cover.
Please contact JEFF STARLING @ 910-231-3254
• From Kimberly Smith - Sadly it is time for me to part with my MG. She deserves to
be driven and enjoyed more. Please send this to the club and include in the monthly
newsletter. Contact Nolan Smith for inquiries: 910-338-7222 or
[email protected]. I am asking for $5900. Based on a search of comps, I
estimate the value would be in the $4,000 to $6,000 range. Searches were run on
MG Enthusiasts, MG Car Club, E-bay, and Hemming’s, and valuation on
Hagertys (http://www.hagerty.com/valuationtools/HVT/VehicleSearch/Report?
vc=868230).
Let me know if you have any questions or want more information.
For Sale - 1972 MGB Roadster - Daily Driver $5900
•
•
•
•
•
•
Mileage: 74,443
Car has been in the same family since the 80’s
Chrome Bumper; wire wheels
2005 – New soft top, Moss Motors (Garage kept since)
5/4/11 – Autoworks, $4,113 overhaul (receipt available)
–
New floor pans
–
New carpet kit
–
Rebuilt alternator
– Transmission service
–
Replaced tie-rods & rack boots
–
Repairs/Replaced brake system
–
Replaced throttle cable and adjusted
4/2/12 – Autoworks, $340 (receipt available)
–
Carburetor work – replaced bulb float
• From Steve Donatone - Open the 2013 car show season and visit beautiful Colonial
Williamsburg Virginia for the 14th Annual Williamsburg British Car Club British and
European Car Show at Chickahominy Riverfront Park next to the intersection of the James and
Chickahominy Rivers. Camping available thru James City County. Motorcycles welcome.
17
Registration form on our website.
Dear Fellow Club members,
Would you include in your events calendar and pass onto you members
the following information about our 2013 annual British and European Car Show.
The Williamsburg British Car Club 14th Annual British and European Car Show
on April 13th, 2013(Sat) at Chickahominy Riverfront Park
1350 John Tyler Highway(Rt5) Williamsburg, VA 23185
web site - http://www.wmbgbrit.com/ registration form on website
contact – Roy Gavilan [email protected] or [email protected]
757-220-4774 Thanks, Roy Gavilan - Registration
• From David Ward - Look up Your First Car!!
This is really cool. Find your first car or the one you drove to high school or college;
hopefully your car brochure is available. This has to be one of the neatest web sites
whether you have gasoline in your veins or not. This is a website featuring the original
factory brochures for nearly every American car you have ever owned. Pick the
manufacturer, the year and the model.
www.lov2xlr8.no/broch1.html
From Anthony Montague - 1969 MGB GT for Sale
The car was originally purchased for $3000 and has had the following work done:
Five new tires with a full size wire wheel spare
Blaupunkt cassette removable face stereo, 10 disk CD changer and auxiliary input for
MP3 and I phone connections. Two new Blaupunkt speakers with retro covers
New windshield wiper arms and blades
New windshield washer pump
New aluminum radiator, fan shroud, thermostat and silicone radiator hoses
Upgraded heater core and two speed blower motor for interior heat
Rebuilt carburetors with new jets, and new reusable K&N air filters
The headlights were replaced as were all the tail and turn signal lenses
New tuftrided rocker arm shaft and the head gasket was replaced
The fuel sending unit and gasket was replaced with new
The stock fuel pump was replaced with an upgraded solid state
The points ignition was replaced with an electronic Pertronics unit
All fluids were replaced with synthetic oils and gaskets were replaced as necessary
The oil pressure unit was replaced with a mechanical unit directly from England
The steering wheel and shift knob was upgraded and the seat belts replaced
There are various parts that I have acquired as well as the service manuals and any
supporting literature that will be included.
18
This car was a daily driver until it was parked here for sale. It is in great mechanical
shape, is a blast to drive and turns heads everywhere. I have much more invested than I
am asking but I will entertain any reasonable offers.
I am only asking $4,000 and I need to sell it soon.
Tony at 505-459-0683.
19
BMCCF Classified
BMCCF Regalia
Contact Trudy Williamson at: (910) 371-3222 for
ordering instructions.
Emb. S/S Denim Shirt $20.00
Emb. L/S Denim Shirt $23.00
Emb. White Golf Shirt $20.00
Emb. Hat, Union Jack $12.00
Emb. Hat, BMCCF Logo $12.00
Screen Print Ash Sweatshirt $20.00
BMCCF T shirt S/S $12.00
BMCCF T Shirt L?S $12.00
BMCCF Cloisonné Pin $ 5.00
BMCCF Grill Badge $35.00
BMCCF NAME TAGS
Official BMCCF name tags are required at all events or when
you are representing the club.
Originally ordered name tags are now available from Terry
Smith(910) 686-0785 $5.50 Pin Clasp $8.00 Magnet Clasp
AUTOWORKS, INC.
Foreign & Domestic Auto Specialists
We service all types of vehicles
From 1950’s to Present Day
Emissions Testing, Front end alignment
A/C repair
Carl Wilson (910) 791-5074
202 Antilles Ct. ( In Dutch Square industrial park )
Wilmington, NC 28405
Free Advice to BMCCF Members
RED WING SHOES
Independently Owned & Operated
3909-A Oleander Drive Wilmington , NC 28403-6714 MARK W. SHELTON
20
That’s All Folks
Charlie
Thank You
For your contributions to this newsletter
21