Poncho Paper - Alberta Iron Indians Pontiac Club | Edmonton

July 2015
Issue 23
Edmonton Chapter
Alberta Iron Indians Pontiac Club
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I N S I D E T H I S
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SVAA Check
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Member’s Ride
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Executive
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Trailer Maintenance
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House Concert
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Sponsor
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Meals on Wheels
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July Events
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Classifieds
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Sponsors
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Wanted
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Events
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President’s Message
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Events
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Trailer Sponsors
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Race News
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Important News
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Maintenance and
Safety Check Day
We had our first Maintenance Checklist for SVAA. We had 4 cars
for that day. Susan F. Shawn G. Cliff R. and John D. brought their
vehicles, did the checklist and they are kept in the vehicles. We
will also host another Maintenance Checklist date to be announced. Thank you Shawn for hosting the day!
Susan Fougere
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Member’s Ride
My 1963 Grand Prix was a gift from my wife for my 50th Birthday! We saw the car
advertised in the Auto Trader, it was listed in April and was August when we saw the
ad. Thinking it would already be gone, my hopes were dashed. Mary insisted I call
anyway. We spoke to the original owner several times, asked for a video of the car
starting and running. Mary had already purchased our tickets to Barrett Jackson, so
we told him that if we didn’t purchase a car there, we would love to buy his. While
we were at the show he called us asking if we had bought a car or not. Of course
we didn’t and asked if the ‘63 was still for sale.
We came home, called and told him to send us his banking info and arranged for
transportation from Mississauga, Ontario. We were promised a 21day delivery from
October 3, 2013. We waited until November 27, 2013 for our baby to arrive. Well,
she arrived in the middle of a snow storm, frozen solid from being on a trailer for 6
days at temperatures of –26C and lower. “Help” calls went out to family and
friends, we needed to push it around the block to the garage. Thank God for good
friends and family!
Well we got her in and turned on 5 heaters overnight. We had to buy a new battery
because it was bulging. After we replaced the battery, I turned the key and she
roared to life for the fist time in her new home. It brought new tears to my eyes, his
reply brought tears to ours. He made us promise to keep the “Black Rose” all original, which we have every intention of doing.
We keep in close contact with the original owner and his sons. We have sent them
each a copy of the Calendar she is in. We send them pictures of any trophies she
wins. Last February when we took her to World of Wheels, we called them and told
them. His answer was “Oh My God!, my youngest just moved to Calgary”. He told
his son, who then came to introduce himself and share stories with us of growing up
with Dad and “The Rose”.
George Carnegie
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For Sale
1965 Pontiac Parisienne Custom Sport Convertible, Dark Blue with white top,
283 Engine Automatic.
Phone: 780-922-2775; Asking Price: Taking bids.
Rose & Ken Cherniawsky
The Edmonton Chapter
AIIPC Executive
Executive
President: Shawn Genge—[email protected]
Vice President: Cliff Riles—[email protected]
Secretary: Susan Fougere—[email protected]
Committees
Sponsorship: Shawn Genge
John Dampf
Dave Scragg
Terry Beuerlein
Special Events: Mike Launer
Kathy Deugau
Charles Fougere
Sponsorships: John Dampf—[email protected]
Clem Lamoureux
Carlos Velasquez
Special Events: Mike Launer— [email protected]
Kathy Deugau— [email protected]
Newsletter: Jerry Stanic—Photographer
Don Meleshko—Photographer
Apparel: Mary & George Carnegie—[email protected]
Garry Cooper—Editor
Denise Briggs—Typesetter
Newsletter: Lance & Denise Briggs—[email protected]
Shawn Genge—Racing News
Memberships: Martin Sharren—[email protected]
Treasurer: Terry Beuerlein—[email protected]
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PRIVATE HOUSE CONCERT
SUNDAY JULY 12, 2015
BRENT LEE
AND FEATURING
JAMIE WARREN!!
$20.00 ADVANCE TICKETS
$25.00 AT THE GATE
Kids 15 and under free
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BRENT AND JAMIE
FOR TICKETS call Denise at 780-961-0007
POT LUCK DINNER
BYOB, CHAIRS
Camping available
One
Step
Back
Gate: 2:30pm
Start: 4:00pm
Location: 58511 Hwy 2, Vimy, AB,
Farm on East side of Hwy, 13km North of Legal turn off (30 mins
North of St. Albert
Dancing
Mini Antique Car show
Come show off your rides!
WARNING:
SOME ADULT CONTENT IN SONGS
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THANKS!
Hi Mike,
Just a quick note to say THANK YOU to you and the Members of the AIIPC for showing
up despite the crazy weather on Saturday. The TV station was impressed and I will
make sure to give you a copy when it is available ok.
On a different note, I would like to extend the same courtesy to your club members
as I once did to the Edmonton Street Rod Association i.e. if your members could send
me a picture of their respective car (digital)
along with the year/
model and their respective name, I will get the
picture framed and
proudly display on our
feature wall inside the
retail store. The more
you send me the merrier
of course.
This way, instead of just
looking at the ESRA pictures, your members can
feel part of Rock-N-Wash
and we will proudly display.
Let me know if this is of
interest.
Cheers!
Sylvain Blouin
President - Founder
Rock-N-Wash®
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Meals on Wheels
As you all know, your AIIPC has always dedicated a lot of time and effort in charity
work for different causes. This time it was Big Wheels Deliver Meals. Big Wheels Deliver Meals is a day where classic car owners work with Meals on Wheels and local
celebrities to deliver meals to homebound people.
On June 5, 2015, five of the AIIPC members met with approximately 20 other classic
car owners at the Save-On-Foods parking lot downtown on 109St. We were preregistered so Meals on Wheels already had the meals prepared and had a list of
which celebrity we were each matched with. So at 10:30 we met our celebrity and
picked up our meals and prepared to head out to different areas of the city.
The celebrities were mostly local political dignitaries and a few Edmonton Oil Kings
Hockey players.
I was paired up with newly elected NDP, MLA, Chris Nielsen from the Edmonton
Decore riding. Our deliveries were all in his riding on the North side with some in Dickinsfield and Dover.
The people we visited ranged from 18 to 80 with a variety of issues such as being
wheelchair bound and blindness. It was an eye opening experience for me.
We then returned to Save-On-Foods for an afternoon Show N Shine that was well attended by people from the area.
It’s always nice to be part of a worth while cause. If anyone is interested in helping
deliver meals with Meals on Wheels, they are always looking for volunteers!
Lance Briggs
Lance was with Chris Nielsen
(MLA for Edmonton – Decore).
Denise was with James Cumming.
Mike was with David Shepherd
(MLA for Edmonton – Centre),
and Cal Wrathall (EMOW
board member).
Shawn was with our volunteer
Torin and Marty Forbes.
Sid was with Rod Loyola (MLA
for Edmonton – Ellerslie).
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Classifieds
FOR SALE 1967 FIREBIRD
350 SBC (bored 0.30 over, older rebuild), Turbo 400, new gas tank, Magnaflow exhaust, Hooker ceramic headers, tires, Pontiac Rallye wheels, Holley Street Avenger
670, Grant wood steering wheel, starter, battery. NOTE: the flexplate will need to be
replaced. I have a 455/400 set up out of a 1973 Grand Prix SJ that ran and drove that
I pulled myself that I will sell WITH the car ONLY for EXTRA money. I will not sell the
455/400 by itself. Great car but have no time for. SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY PLEASE.
$21,000 O.B.O. Rob at: 780-298-6070 Email: [email protected]
For Sale: 1961 Tempest with approx.
62,000 miles. Garaged until a few years
ago. Please contact Warren Champion
at (780) 438-5802 for more information.
I am searching for a 67 – 68 firebird for my daughter who lives in Red
Deer...... wanted to buy 67 – 68 matching numbers original bird automatic
with 350 or 400 ci motor. Can you help? Thanks for any help
e-mail me at [email protected]
Gail
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Wanted
My eldest son is interested in acquiring a project vehicle, specifically a ’77 or ’78 T/A. Much
appreciated! Please contact Doug Haberstock at (780) 449-5241 Home or (780) 431-1460 Private
Office. Email: [email protected]
I am looking to source body parts for my 1964 Pontiac Parisienne and I am located
in Maple Ridge, BC, a suburb of Vancouver. If you can send me any information on
where to buy parts including mechanical as well as engine parts, please email me
at [email protected]
Any help would be appreciated.
For Sale
FOR SALE A beautiful 1994 25th anniversary Trans
am original body and interior. Over $20k in upgrades
including the engine. The engine is a 383 stroker
(original block) including trans, suspension brakes
and much more... Asking $15,000.00. Contact Ed at
[email protected]
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Club Events
- Sat July 4: Meguiars Tech Session, Learn how to Polish and Buff your ride. Starts at
10am Sharp – 4pm. Email [email protected] to register and get directions – Held At Mike Launer’s – (Special Event Co-ordinators residence).
- Sun July 5: Mainstreet Cruisers Show & Shine, Bonnie Doon Mall (West side by Sears)
10am – 4pm –Meeting at Safeway Parking lot at Bonnie Doon Mall 8:30 am.
- Sat July 11: Cougar Paint & Collision Inc. Retro Day party at Northlands Park is going
to impress everyone, with a classic car show out on our tarmac and golden oldies playing all day long. 630 CHED will be broadcasting live onsite and collecting toy donations for 630 CHED Santa’s Anonymous. Dress in your best 50s/60s outfit and take part in
our retro costume contest. Winners will take home cash and other prizes! Call Eileen
780-477-6834 be there for 11am – gates closed at 12pm * Note once parked you cannot leave until the races are over at 4pm.
- Sat July 11: 9th Sylvan Lake Customs/Classics/S&S. Sylvan Lake, AB. Gord 403-8877047.
- Sun July 12: Westlock Wheels of Class Show & Shine Pioneer Museum – Meet at
McDonald’s beside Ron Hodgson leaving at 10am. Stop in for House Concert after.
- Fri July 17: K-Days Parade – A few of the members with convertibles will be entered
into the parade.
- Sat July 18: Camrose Cruiser Show & Shine, Cruise & Drive-in Movie - Camrose AB *
Rainout July 25th. Ken 780-679-8347. We will depart at 8.30am from the Tim Horton’s at
5203 Discovery Way which is at exit 517 south on the Queen Elizabeth Hwy in Leduc.
- Sun July 19: NTCC Show & Shine - Drayton Valley, AB - Bob 780-621-8677.
- Sat July 25: 3rd Annual Rig Cruise Car Bike Truck Show & Shine. Katch Kan – 8210
McIntyre Rd - Maria 780-414-6083. Car registration at 9am show from 11am-4pm –
proceeds to Stollery.
- Sun July 26: 2nd Annual K-Days Classic Car Show & Shine - Trevor 780-9649963. [email protected] or call (780)964-9963. www.kdaysccars.com 10am until
3pm at the La Perle Shopping Centre (9758 – 182 St). All vehicles registered prior to
July 1 will receive a dash plaque. – No entry fee – 1st come 1 serve.
-Sun July 27-Aug2nd: Alberta Super Run 2015 Association, Red Deer AB - 403-3967502 www.rocknreddeer.com Aug 1& 2nd Public viewing 10am-4pm Westerner Park.
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President’s Message
Well another Ron Hodgson's Show and Shine is in the books, I want to personally
thank Mike Launer and his team for a job well done! We are in the middle of our
show and shine season, members of our club have done well in picking up hardware at many shows. As a car club, we have a wide variety of vehicles and many
outstanding restorations. Congratulations to all our winners this car show season.
The key to any successful car club is growth and volunteers, with our club we have
seen good growth the past couple of years with membership over 100. We are
always looking for new members, they don't have to own Pontiac's, they just have
to enjoy the hobby and follow the AIIPC Mission statement. I personally would like
to see more members with unique Pontiac's such as Fieros, Solstice, G8s, 4 th Generation Firebirds and Trans Ams, 1970s Grand Ams and Grand Prix, late 1990s super
charged Bonnevilles. Pontiac was always on the leading edge of styling and performance up until 2009. Members, if you see these cars at shows, talk to the owners and suggest joining our club. I personally think we have the best car club in Alberta , for events, friendship and growing the Pontiac hobby.
In any well organized club it takes volunteers to make a car show successful.
Once again, we had another successful show with Ron Hodgson's All Make Show
and Shine with all our proceeds going to Stars Ambulance. The countless man
hours that it takes Mike and his team to produce a class event is staggering. I personally would like to thank all our volunteers who helped this event once again become a success. Now that brings me to my next observation… We need new
blood! We have the same 20 or so people helping out at all of our events. For our
club to grow, we need fresh ideas, any bit of commitment is a help, with parking,
selling tickets, setting up etc. Any help would be appreciated on a go forward
basis.
Looking forward to seeing our members out the various car shows and show and
shines the rest of the summer. I am fortunate enough to have a couple of new
Pontiac's in my collection. One just arrived a few weeks ago and was fortunate
enough to win at its first show. I am also looking forward to the Rocky Mountain
Nationals in Mid July at Castrol Raceways and to help John Dampf on his quest for
an Iron Man Trophy. Looking forward to meeting any new members and catching
up with ones I have not seen in a while.
Shawn Genge
AIIPC Edmonton Chapter President
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August & September Events
-Sat Aug 1: Mulhurst Bay 4th Annual Show & Shine - Pigeon Lake, AB. Trista 780-3894390 [email protected] will depart at 8:30am from the Tim Horton’s at 5203 Discovery Way which is at exit 517 south on the Queen Elizabeth Hwy in Leduc.
-Sun Aug 2: Dropsicles Meltdown 2015 Truck & Car Show. Edmonton, AB. Paul
www.dropsicles.com.
-Mon Aug 3: Tofield Lions Club Heritage Classic Show & Shine. Tofield, AB - Daryl 780
-662-3212. We will depart at 08:30am from the Tim Horton’s off Broadmoor Blvd and
Pembina Rd, follow Yellowhead East and take exit for Broadmoor Blvd for Sherwood
Park.
-Aug 4-8: Rock’n August.
- Wed Sept 9: Wed night cruise from A&W, 5035 Gateway Blvd – departing 6pm
SHARP, we will cruise over to Don Wheaton to go over the site for our show for the 12
Sept. Rain or shine please if you have volunteered to help set up and take down I
would like you to come so I can show you where things will be set up.
- Sat Sept 12: AIIPC - All Pontiac Show & Shine – Don Wheaton on Whyte 10727
Whyte Avenue. This is our club event. The event is from 10:00am to 4:00pm and the
registration is $10.00, come early, fills up quickly. If you have volunteered to help
please be there for 08:00am. Your cars will be given the best spots and registered
first.
- Sun Sept 13: Crystal Kids – Show & Shine, Borden Park: 7507 Borden Park Road, Edmonton - The event is from 10:00am to 4:00pm and the registration is $20.00. Contacts: Bryan LaFleche: 780-984-1025; [email protected], or Stephan Pertschy: 587921-6979; [email protected].
- Sat Sept 19: Lesco Show & Shine – Castrol Raceway. The event is from 11:00am to
5:00pm. This is primarily a Semi & Vintage Truck event but they’d like some of our
Classic Iron to show off there. No registration and we won’t be entered for the judging. We will be leaving the A&W in Devon at 10:30am sharp.
SPECIAL NOTES: We need lots of volunteers to sign up for the All Pontiac Show (Don
Wheaton Sept 12th) – Please contact Mike at [email protected].
Support your club, wear your colours with pride and try to attend an event for fun
and friendship.
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SUPER RUN ROCKIN’ RED DEER
2015
The stage is set and everything is being put in
place for Super Run 2015 in Red Deer, July 27
through August 8. Events include cruises to various local establishments, museums and private
collections each day from Monday through
Thursday and the well-known downtown cruise
on Friday night, in addition to the show on Saturday and Sunday at the Westerner Fair
Grounds. The event is limited to 850 entries and
more and more vehicles from Western Canada
and the Pacific Northwest will be making their
way to Red Deer for what is arguably one of , if
not the best, car events in western Canada.
Rather than a dance this year, the Saturday
evening dinner will present a concert-style
venue featuring Dr. D’s Canadian Bandstand
and acts by impersonators of Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, Tina Turner, Cher, Dolly Parton, Roy Orbison,
Buddy Holly & Garth Brooks. So mark your calendar and check out the website to register.
Pre-register before May 1, 2015 and you could
win $500.00. You won’t want to miss this. Register at www.rocknreddeer.com
HELP IS NEEDED FROM OUR MEMBERS!
My name is Mark Kapusta and I live in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I purchased a 1946 Pontiac about a
month ago and I have a few questions regarding. The previous owner said that the vehicle was
from Canada and that the model is a Torpedo. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is as follows: 6201905439. My question is I'm not sure if it is a Torpedo or a Fleetleader.
Also, where exactly in Canada was
the vehicle assembled. I've done
some research on-line, however a
lot of the information contradicts
itself.
I can send some pictures if that
helps, also my cell phone number is
414-975-5094.
Thank you for your time,
Mark
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Race News
The month of June has ended and we are into the heart of the race season in Alberta. I was unable to attend Street Legal Racing on June 12th as planed due to a
rain out.
I just recently purchased a 1968 Firebird Race Car from the Vancouver Area, I will be
picking it up in the next couple of weeks and look forward to racing it full time next
year. It’s a fully certified 8.50 Race Car, with a Ford 9 inch rear end, Mark Williams axles, Strange center section with spool, Fiberglass Cowl, and bumpers. Transmission is
a Turbo 400 with reverse valve body and pattern, Hurst shifter and line lock. And for
a little more excitement a Trans Brake has been installed.
The interior has been left stock, the suspension has
been upgraded with drag shocks and a fully adjustable Cal Tracs. A set of Hooker Super Comp Headers and full 3 inch cross over exhaust.
I will be installing my freshly built All Pontiac Engine
and will be running events throughout Western Canada and the USA. We are hoping to have the car
dialed in to run No Box, Pro and Super Rod on a
10.10 index for April 2016.
John Dampf is in the final steps of getting his car sorted out for the Rocky Mountain
Nationals at Castrol Raceways July 17th to 19th.
The final engine assembly is taking place as this goes to print. We are hoping for full
testing the weekend of July 10th.
Pistons and rings are
assembled and ready
for the engine.
(Scott Hydaman
placing pistons in the
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(John Dampf installing Crank Scraper.)
If things go well at the Rocky Mountain Nationals
we will be making the trip to Mission on the August
Long Weekend to attend the Old Time Drags. We
look forward to attending more events throughout
the summer.
Shawn Genge
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For Sale
1968 Firebird Ragtop, 350 engine and 3-Speed Automatic. Turquoise with white
top. Asking $28,500.00
1 Large Shirt with AIIPC Logo, new. Call Sid at 780-483-7258.
1954 2 door Pontiac coupe that is all original. It has the 6 cylinder flat head, with
almost 51,000 miles.
It runs like a top, nice and quiet no problems. I've done plugs & wires, re-cored the
Rad, belts, hoses, and an electric 6 volt fuel pump. (I don't know how to fix the
original and this is more reliable.) It's also a 3 in the tree. Original interior that
shows a 10/10 which is hard to find. All rubber seals, electrical wires etc is 100%
good.
No rust at all , it runs on a set of bias ply tires yet from 1966. I have part of a receipt,
and are in perfect shape and kept out of the sun. Here are some pictures. It is appraised at $7,000.00 but I will consider $6,000.00 obo. I think that's fair as a quad is
$12,000 new now a days. I can be reached at 780-886-2155 leave message or
email at " [email protected]
A very successful attorney parked his brand new Lexus in front of his office, ready
to show it off to his colleagues. As he was getting out, a truck came along too
closely and completely tore off the driver's door.
Fortunately, a cop in a police car was close enough to see the accident and
pulled up behind the Lexus with his lights flashing.
Before the cop had a chance to ask any questions, the attorney started screaming
hysterically about how his Lexus, which he had just purchased the day before, was
completely ruined and would never be the same, no matter how any car body
shop tried to make it new again.
After the lawyer finally wound down from his rant, the cop shook his head in disbelief. "I can't believe how materialistic you lawyers are," he said. "You are so focused on your possessions that you neglect the most important things in life."
"How can you say such a thing?" asked the lawyer.
The cop replied, "Don't you even realize that your left arm is missing? It was severed when the truck hit you!"
"Oh, my God!!!" screamed the lawyer. "My Rolex!!"
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Alberta Iron Indians
Pontiac Club
Mission Statement
President
Shawn Genge
780-717-3866
[email protected]
* It Is All About Having Fun *
* Preservation of Pontiacs *
* Helping Charity *
Promote camaraderie among our
members..
Strive to preserve and enjoy
Pontiacs..
Support the enjoyment and
preservation of the Old Car Hobby.
Support Charity by fund
raising throughout the year.
Encourage others to support our
efforts as a Club.
Encourage likeminded individuals
to join us!
I m p o r ta n t N e ws
AIIPC Edmonton Chapter Meetings held
the last Monday of every month at ABC
Restaurant 127 St and 140 Ave from
6:00 pm for supper, meeting starts at
7:00pm to 9:00 pm. All food costs are
members’ responsibility.
AIIPC Edmonton Chapter Cruises every
Friday evening, through the summer,
weather permitting, 7:00pm leaving
White Oaks parking lot for a cruise
around town.
ABC offers 15% off of food and drinks
on Wednesday evenings for club members.
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SUBMISSIONS
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August 27, 2015
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ride, please submit a short story
and some pictures. We’d love
to share it!
Please support all club
functions
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Please send your
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