April 2015 Newsletter - Derby City Mustang Club

DERBY CITY MUSTANG CLUB
REGIONAL CLUB
MUSTANG CLUB OF AMERICA
VOLUME 26 ISSUE 4
APRIL 2015
INSIDE THIS
ISSUE
Dec meeting minutes Pages 2-3
Upcoming events –
Pages 4-5
Now that the Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustangs have been unveiled to
the world, we have been waiting to hear the specifics on when they go on
sale, how many will be made, and how long the models will be produced –
among other things. We may have the answer to two of the above.
Odds & Ends – Page 5
Member Spotlight –
Pages 6-7
Mustang Club of
America – Pages 8-9
Military Affairs– Page
10
Trading Post – Pages
11-12
Mustang fun – Page 13
DCMC Board Page – 14
DCMC PX – Page 15
According to Mustang6g.com, production numbers have been released for
the 2016 Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustangs. Not only that, but the
timeline given for production has been leaked. We are still waiting to hear
the official numbers from Ford, but the numbers were posted on
Mustang6g.com with a link to a Facebook account belonging to an employee
that works at a large Ford dealership, Gaudin Ford.
The employee posted the production numbers that he must have received
from his employer, but he has since removed the post from his social media
account, but not before the news started spreading. According to that
employee, the 2016 Shelby GT350 will have a run of 5,000 units a year, and
the track-specific GT350R will be limited to just 500 a year. The GT350 is said
to be produced for 5 years.
While the word isn’t completely official until Ford releases the numbers,
but this could be a slip-up of the real deal, and an indicator that Ford is
looking to produce plenty of these cars, but won’t be stamping them out in
droves. It also crushes any rumors that the V8 is about to be replaced within
2 model years. Given the run of the previous generation GT500 that lasted 7
years, we have to wonder what changes the GT350 will see of the course of
its lifetime. The GT500 received a boost of over 100 horsepower from the
beginning to the end of its run. We know Ford always tends to refine things.
We’re keeping our fingers crossed that the Voodoo powered GT350 will only
get better with age.
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By Amie Williams of ‘Stang TV News
Highlights from the MAR 10th meeting
• In Lynn’s absence, VP Phil Helm filled to head up the meeting We were
called to order at 6:33.
• New members were identified, the Pike family joined the club. They own a
1968 red Mustang
• We broke for chow that was provided by Heather Alexander.
• George Maxwell presented the treasurer’s report, the report was approved
and accepted.
• Joe Schreiner, the club’s new Road Captain briefed on upcoming events:
• St. Patrick’s day parade on March 14th
• The Carl Casper show went off well, with members James Petrey, Ken Wilkerson, Doug
Emmons, Lynn Eddington and Larry Rixman won show trophies.
• Columbus OH Swap Meet
• Easter Parade on the 4th of April,
• Fall City Mustang Club is holding their birthday bash at Jim O’Neil Ford off I-65 exit 9 in
Indiana, being held on the 11th of April. It will be an open car show starting at 9:00 and
ending at about 3 PM.
• On the 26th of April, Bill Collins Ford is holding their 51st Mustang birthday bash, show time
starts at noon.
• 4th of July parade in Liberty, KY, any interest should be forwarded to either Lynn or Joe.
David presented Shane Collins a DCMC donation
for the Bill Collins Parkinson Foundation.
• Larry Rixman briefed on the season’s first Cruise-In at Rally's on the 25th of April starting about 6 PM
and running up to about 9.
• Membership Director Wynn Jefferson briefed on current membership. Of 146 member families. A
reminder that changed phone number and email addresses should be forwarded to Wynn.
• Joe Schreiner gave an update on the club’s website. He requested members that have not already
done so, submit a photo with their Mustang to be posted on the member’s section of the web site.
In the next week or so, any updates about this October’s Fordfest will be posted. Also any members
that have cars or parts for sale, submit details to Joe and they will be posted on the internet. 2
Highlights from the Mar 10th meeting (cont)
• Dir. Of Mil Affairs, Jack Pike briefed that the Honor Flight program has published dates and
guidelines for becoming a Guardian escort. The cost has increased from $250 up to $500 except for
previously trained guardians which remains at 250 bucks.
• David Payne gave an update on the Oct. DCMC and Bill Collins Fordfest on October the 10th.
Member applications and show fliers were distributed, in addition to looking for volunteers to work
the event. Free food will be provided at the show.
• Charity committee solicited ideas for future ideas to give, Larry Rixman volunteered to join the
committee.
• Kenny Bruce presented a motion for the club to put up a$100 for give away gifts for the monthly
cruise-ins.
• Joe Schreiner auctioned off a Ford Mustang Red Book, Jack bid high at 25 bucks, proceeds go back
into the club. Joe also showed off the plaque that was presented to the club from the Carl Casper
show.
• 50/50 was held for both $27 plus additional drawing for several oil changes that were donated by
our very own Martin Kinney of Michael's Tires. Of course Larry Elkins won the 50/50 again.
• The meeting was concluded.
The chow line was provided
Heather Alexander
The Pikes- new members,
welcome aboard
The Carl Casper Plaque
to the club.
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2015 DERBY CITY MUSTANG CLUB ACTIVITIES
These are projected and tentative dates/events for the club members to mark on their
calendar and plan to attend. Looks like a full boat of activities but remember we are a club
that loves to drive our cars and socialize with our friends.
RED indicates a change from last newsletter.
4/04
4/04
4/11
4/14
4/25
4/25
4/26
5/09
5/12
5/16
5/16
5/22-24
5/23
5/25
5/30
6/06
6/06
6/09
6/13
6/20
6/27
6/28
7/04
7/07
7/11
7/18
7/25
8/11
8/14-15
8/15
8/22
8/28
8/29
9/03-06
9/08
9/12
9/13
9/17
9/26
9/26
Columbus OH Swap Meet
Frankfort Ave. Easter Parade
FCMC Mustang Birthday party
DCMC Meeting Bill Collins Ford
Frankfort Mustang Club Pony Car Round-up
DCMC Cruise-In
BCF Mustang Birthday bash
Road Rally w/ FCMC?
DCMC Meeting Bill Collins Ford
Brown County Shelby Show
Bluegrass Honor Flight-SDF
MCA National show in Grovetown, GA.
8th Annual St. Francis in the Fields Car Show
Meet and Greet – possible boat cruise
DCMC Cruise-In
Indy show
Bluegrass Honor Flight-SDF
DCMC Meeting Bill Collins Ford
Shop w/Cop @ Joe Hubers
Falls City Mustang Show
DCMC Cruise-In
QCMC show in Cinn
4th of July Parade, Liberty, KY
DCMC Meeting Bill Collins Ford
Club Picnic @ Jim & Ginny Petrey
Keeneland Concurs d”Elegance
DCMC Cruise-In
DCMC Meeting Bill Collins Ford
Kunkel Cruise in Walbash, In.
Woodward dream cruise Dearborn, MI.
Somernites Mustang Alley cruise
Meet and greet – dinner at Buckheads
DCMC Cruise-In
MCA National show Columbus, Oh
DCMC meeting Bill Collins Ford
Vevay Open Car Show
Mike Lennings UAW/862 Ford JDRF show
Gaslight Parade??
DCMC Cruise-In
Bluegrass Honor Flight-LEX
open
Lynn Eddington
Lynn Eddington
open
Larry Rixman
David Payne
Lynn Eddington
Lynn Eddington
Ron Kinberger
Jack TF Pike
Larry Rixman
Alicia Rutlinger
Lynn Eddington
Larry Rixman
Lynn Eddington
Jack TF Pike
Lynn Eddington
Lynn Eddington
Larry Rixman
Lynn Eddington
Lynn Eddington
Yvonne Lehring
Lynn Eddington
Larry Rixman
Lynn Eddington
David Payne
David Payne
open
Lynn Eddington
Larry Rixman
Larry Rixman
Lynn Eddington
Lynn Eddington
open
Lynn Eddington
Larry Rixman
Jack TF Pike
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2015 DERBY CITY MUSTANG CLUB ACTIVITIES
(continued)
10/03
Louisville Concurs d"Elegance Show
West Baden
Yvonne Lehring
10/03
Car show @ Horse shoe
Jon Hunt
10/03
Fall weenie roast
Lynn Eddington
10/10
DCMC/Bill Collins Fordfest Car Show
David Payne
10/13
DCMC meeting Bill Collins Ford
Lynn Eddington
10/16
Halloween Parade Bardstown Road
Lynn Eddington
10/17
Mike Lining’s Show
Lynn Eddington
10/24
Toys for Tots KYANA Club House
Lynn Eddington
11/08
Columbus OH Swap Meet
open
11/10
DCMC meeting Bill Collins Ford
Lynn Eddington
11/21
Day at Downs
Phil Helm
11/27
Light up Louisville Parade
Lynn Eddington
12/05
Angel Tree
Nadine Burnett
12/08
DCMC meeting Bill Collins Ford
Lynn Eddington
12/13
DCMC Christmas Party
Lynn Eddington
Dates and activities are tentative and subject to corrections, changes or
additions. Any errata will be posted in the newsletter as well as the
websites, and I will bet my retirement check there will be several.
A Mustang Group that focus on 6-banger “stang drivers.
If interested in checking them out, they have a Facebook
group called: Mustang 6 Association M6A.
A great internet magazine covering the Mustang, free to
sign up. http://www.stangtv.com/news/
Editor’s Note: As mentioned at the March meeting, I will not be at the April meeting due to some
stuff happening that week. I hope to attended several other events in April. As I always request, if you
attend any club event and happen to capture some pictures of members and their cars, please forward me
([email protected]) some copies so they can be shared with the rest of the membership through
the newsletter. Also if you would like to be featured in the monthly spotlight, throw together a bio about
yourself, family and your love for the Mustang, send it to me along with several digital shots of your
Mustangs. I still feel it is a great way for members to learn and get to know each other better as a
Mustang family. Also if you have a business, it is an excellent way to get a free plug for members that
might be interested. Hope to see everyone at May’s meeting. Also remember, driving season is starting
up, and if your pony has been in the corral all winter, perform a good service and a thorough safety check
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before taking it out for a little exercise.
Ron and Barb were married on Nov. 29th 1969. Ron attended Louisville
Male High School in 1969. Joined the Louisville Fire dept in November of
1970-Retired as Captain in 1996. Went to work at Harshaw Trane in Oct. of
1996 and is currently employed. Barb went to Ahrens trade school in
1969. Started working at First National bank in 1974 and is currently
employed in the same field. The company has changed hands several
times but Barb has managed to continue and is currently in her 40th year.
Ron and Barb have two daughters Sherry and Diana. We have 5
Granddaughters Leah, Krystal, Brandi, by our oldest daughter and Angel
and Autumn children of our youngest daughter. Leah has a son, his name
is Brayden and is our first great grandchild, however Krystal not to be
outdone, has a son on the way, and I believe due in July and is expected to
be named Hunter.
Rob & Barb joined DCMC in April 1994. At the time we were driving a 1965 fastback Mustang 2+2. It
was a Rangoon Red with a black interior. Our first experience with DCMC was to go on a road trip to the
MCA 30th anniversary show in Charlotte NC Motor Speedway. We were to drive our ’65 to the show. I was
working on putting new interior in it during the week leading up to leaving. The night before we were to
leave I took the car off the jack stands. It looked great. So I decided to take it for a test drive. As luck
would have it, the car would not run a lick. It had a terrible miss. That is how we managed to be the
people in the back in Dodge Spirit on our first mustang trip.
As time went on we got more involved with the club. Ron became the chairperson for the
entertainment committee for several years. He introduced the Sat night party and the pony trails. Barb
served on several committees including entertainment and registration. As time went by Ron became the
car show chairperson. I served in that position for several years leading up to national show that DCMC
sponsored. During the year of the show Joe Walters asked if he could chair the national show as I had to
work out of town most of the summer in Bowling Green and was not available. After the National show I
ran for Vice President with Joe Walters as president.
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Barb and I have been members of the MCA since we joined DCMC and have attended several
regional, national, and Grand National shows. We have had several Mustangs since we joined the club.
In the spring of 2013 we started R&B Car Care selling Surf City Garage products, garage vacs, and volt
reactors. Since starting the business we have had to slow down with our involvement with the club.
Just not able to juggle everything.
In our 20 years as members at the DCMC we have met several good friends and have made some
lasting relationships. In closing we have always had DCMC close to our hearts, and look forward to
many more years with Derby City Mustang Club.
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Around the MCA
Entering Competition at MCA National Shows
Last month I explained the various classes you can enter your car in at
MCA National Shows. If you have any question about the class your car
belongs in, there are several MCA Certified judges who belong to DCMC,
who would be glad to help you decide and also give some pointers on
what you should do to your car.
Of the classes, Thoroughbred, the Concours and Unrestored Classes
place emphasis on originality, while Occasional Driven, Daily Driven and
Modified Classes not so much. But all classes place a great deal of emphasis
on Condition, Cleanliness and Workmanship.
Before I attended my first National show I went to the MCA website and
printed the Concours judging rules for my car. There are 10 pages and go
into specific detail on what the judges are looking for, and the points
awarded or deducted for each item. Even if you are entered into the
Occasional Driven or Daily Driven classes, they would still be a great
resource to see how your car will hold up to scrutiny.
Usually when I attend a National MCA Show I try to leave with enough
time to arrive at the show site on Friday about midday. That way I have time
to go through classification, get all the paperwork taken care of, get my
dash card and parking spot on the show field. Then we go and find a selfserve car wash and clean the car up, then head for the hotel to check in.
There is always a welcome dinner or cruise on Friday night so on to meet old
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friends and see what the local club has planned for us.
Mustang Club of America News
(cont)
Saturday morning it’s up early for breakfast and on to park the car
and get it ready for judging. A couple hours is plenty time to finish up the
detailing, and even walking around a bit to look and see what others
have brought. Then at 11:00 AM one of the most important events of the
day, the Judges meeting. Here is a piece of information you may not
know, judging is not some big secret.
You can attend the judges
meeting and listen in on how the head judge wants the judging to be
conducted, but will also welcome anyone who is so inclined to help. You
do not have to be a Gold Card Judge, or a Certified Judge or even ever
have judged in your life. They are always looking for help and if you want
you can become part of a team paired with a Gold Card Judge and
others and can see exactly how it is done. This is the best way to get
started and if you like judging, you can help at a couple shows then take
the Certification test online, become a Certified Judge and even in time
a Gold Card Judge.
After the show closes for the day, we usually get a group together to
find a local establishment for dinner. If you’re planning on attending the
Grand National Show in Columbus Ohio this year, I plan on leading the
group to a place we found several years ago on the south side of town in
German Village, Schmidt’s Sausage Haus. The Autobahn Buffet is
wonderful, and the deserts are out of this world.
Sunday morning can be spent doing whatever you choose as long as
your car was judged on Saturday. If not you need to take the car back
on the showfield so the judges can finish up. Then after lunch come the
Awards Ceremony. Winning an award is not the only reason to attend
the National Shows. Being part of the MCA family and having your
Mustang the best it can be is reward enough. But winning an award and
realizing you are being rewarded for all the hard work sure does feel
good.
Submitted by Larry Rixman – DCMC’s MCA subject matter expert
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Jack TF Pike
Mil Affairs
2015 Flights:
Next Mission is tentatively scheduled for May 16, 2015, departing Louisville Int'l Airport (SDF) to
Baltimore (BWI) and return.
June 6th departing out of Louisville Airport (SDF) to Baltimore (BWI) and return.
September 26th departing out of Lexington Airport (LEX) to Baltimore (BWI) and return.
All dates are subject to change based on funding, transportation costs, availability and volunteer/support
staff availability.
Volunteer & Guardian Training:
•
If you plan on serving as a Guardian, you will be REQUIRED to attend this informative training with
emphasis on Safety and Security.
•
This training is required for Guardians by our chapter and insurance company. No exceptions can be
granted.
•
The 2015 Guardian training dates have been set for Saturday, May 9, 2015 and Sunday, May 17, 2015
to be held at 2:00 pm at the VFW Post 117, 170 Evergreen Rd., Middletown, KY 40243.
These dates shall cover the May 16th and June 6th Louisville Airport missions.
•
Training for the September 26th mission out of the Lexington Bluegrass Airport will be held in
Lexington at a date to be decided.
•
Additional training for the Touchstone Energy mission shall be determined at a later date.
Guardian Application:
Honor Flight would not be successful without the generous support of our Guardians. Guardians play a
significant role on every trip, ensuring that every veteran has a safe and memorable experience. Duties
include, but are not limited to, physically assisting the Veterans at the airport, during the flight and at the
memorials.
A very limited amount of family members and friends of specific Veterans may be considered as
Guardians only if a slot is available, and if they attend the pre-requisite Guardian training. Training is
provided on an as needed basis approximately one month prior to the planned flight.
Guardian priority will be reserved for medical professionals and those with previous Honor Flight
Guardian experience. Only after these slots have been filled will any other category of Guardian applicant
be considered. This policy is based on safety considerations.
Guardians are also responsible for their own expenses (transportation, meals, t-shirt, etc.). A Guardian
fee is used to offset the cost of travel, meals and supplies for the Guardians.
We normally have a waiting list for those wishing to serve as a Guardian.
EFFECTIVE January 1, 2015, the Guardian Donation will be $500. This Donation only helps to offset the
actual travel and expenses for the Guardians.
Note: Volunteers who have logged 2 or more trips as Guardians, will continue to have their fee remain at
$250.
If after reading the above, you would like to be considered as a Guardian for Honor Flight Bluegrass, please
download, complete and mail the Guardian application to the address on the form. Do Not send the fee
until notified of a flight assignment and training date.
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NOTE: Electronic copies or faxes are not possible due to the original signature requirement on the
application.
Club Member Mustang 4-SALE
'92 Mustang Coupe, 58,000 mi, 302ci,
350hp, 5-speed w/Hurst, GT40 equipped
w/Paxton supercharger, ac, power options,
paperwork, always garaged, original paint,
red inside and out, no rust, never abused,
one of a kind with many upgrades.
$8795.00
Richard Bernardi
[email protected]
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Club Member Mustang 4-SALE
'92 Mustang Coupe,, 58,000 mi, 302ci, 350hp, 5-speed w/Hurst, GT40 equipped w/Paxton
supercharger, ac, power options, paperwork, always garaged, original paint, red inside
and out, no rust, never abused, one of a kind with many upgrades.
$8795.00
Richard Bernardi
[email protected]
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For all of us who feel only the deepest love and affection for the way computers have enhanced our
lives, read on. At a recent computer expo (COMDEX), Bill Gates reportedly compared the computer
industry with the auto industry and stated, "If Ford had kept up with technology like the computer
industry has, we would all be driving $25 cars that got 1,000 miles to the gallon."
In response to Bill's comments, Ford issued a press release stating: If Ford had developed technology
like Microsoft, we would all be driving cars with the following characteristics:
1. For no reason whatsoever, your car would crash.........twice a day.
2.. Every time they repainted the lines in the road, you would have to buy a new car.
3... Occasionally your car would die on the freeway for no reason. You would have to pull to the side of
the road, close all of the windows, shut off the car, restart it, and reopen the windows before you could
continue. For some reason you would simply accept this.
4.... Occasionally, executing a maneuver such as a left turn would cause your car to shut down and
refuse to restart, in which case you would have to reinstall the engine.
5..... Macintosh would make a car that was powered by the sun, was reliable, five times as fast and
twice as easy to drive - but would run on only five percent of the roads.
6...... The oil, water temperature, and alternator warning lights would all be replaced by a single "This
Car Has Performed An Illegal Operation" warning light.
7....... The airbag system would ask, "Are you sure?" before deploying.
8........ Occasionally, for no reason whatsoever, your car would lock you out and refuse to let you in until
you simultaneously lifted the door handle, turned the key and grabbed hold of the radio antenna.
9......... Every time a new car was introduced car buyers would have to learn how to drive all over again
because none of the controls would operate in the same manner as the old car.
10.......... You'd have to press the "Start" button to turn the engine off.
PS - I'd like to add that when all else fails, you could call "customer service" in some foreign country and
be instructed in some foreign language how to fix your car yourself!
Lynn Eddington
Kathy Weston
President
[email protected]
Secretary
[email protected]
Phil Helm
Vice-President
[email protected]
Wynn Jefferson
Membership
[email protected]
George Maxwell
Joe Schreiner
Treasurer-PX
[email protected]
Road Captain
[email protected]
Larry Rixman
Jack TF Pike
Cruise Chair/MCA Rep
[email protected]
Military Affairs/Newsletter Editor
[email protected]
Web Admin
Pending replacement
David Payne
Past President/DCMC&BC Fordfest Dir.
[email protected]
Yvonne Lehring
Charity Committee
[email protected]
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If you would like some club merchandise, contact George Maxwell with requested item, color and/or size.
When available, he will bring those items to a club meeting and you can settle up with him at that point, or
whatever arrangements you make with him. Contact George at [email protected]
DCMC Car Magnetic
$20.00
DCMC Flag 2’x3’
$30.00
DCMC Antenna Flag
$10.00
DCMC Denim Shirt
$20.00
DCMC Grey Hanley Shirt
$18.00
DCMC Tan Shirt
$20.00
DCMC White, Blue & Teal Polo
$20.00
DCMC Teal T-shirt
$10.00
DCMC Hats & Visors
$15.00
DCMC Teal Polo
$20.00
DCMC Jacket
$40.00
DCMC Sweatshirt15
$18.00
Derby City Mustang Club
Thanks our Sponsor
Bill Collins
Ford Mustang GT Shelby and Roush Headquarters
One of the great benefits of having Bill Collins
sponsor our meetings, is the beautiful Mustangs
they have in their showroom each month.
Derby City Mustang Club
Regional Club
Mustang Club of America
Jack TF Pike, Editor
118 Lincoln Dr.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Phone: (270) 360-0500
E-mail: [email protected]
Bob Weir, Club Photographer
Derby City Mustang Club
Web Site:
www.derbycitymustangclub.com
Face Book group page
The Derby City Mustang Club was initiated in November
1989 by a small group of Mustang enthusiasts in the
Greater Louisville area. We hold monthly club meetings
and sponsor a monthly car cruise during the summer
months. We enjoy taking our cars out for Sunday drives
as well as attending local cruises and national car
shows. Our cars include everything from Shelby GTs to
the latest Cobra, Saleen, Roush, Mach I and everything
in between. The main purpose of this club is to have
fun. The October Derby City Mustang Club and
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Collins Fordfest is the highlight of our annual events.