October

Santa Clarita Valley Corvette Club
P.O. Box 1175
Canyon Country, CA 91351
Find us on the web at www.SCVCC.org
OR www.SantaClaritaCorvetteClub.com
OCTOBER 2014 NEWSLETTER
Autumn is Here!
In This Issue:
Upcoming Calendar of Events
President Dwight’s Message
Meeting, Birthdays, Annivs.
Meeting Minutes
Quartermaster’s Corner
Grizzly Cafe
Taste of the Town
Rocktoberfest
C7 Update
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2014 Corvette Stats
Laff Traxx
Vintage Corvette Ad
Board Member Contact Info
Warning
Testimonial
Help Page
Final Thoughts
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SCVCC Upcoming Calendar
of Events
(Club events are in BLUE. Events in RED are for your info, but not necessarily SCVCC attending)
NOTE: If you hold CTRL+click at underlines you will go to the web links or email to the contact!!!
Nov 6
Thur
November Business Meeting at Marie Callender’s – 7:30 PM
Come early and enjoy the social time!
Nov 8
Sat
The Smokehouse – Dinner Run to Burbank – Leave Chuy’s at 5 PM
Established in 1946, The SmokeHouse was built at the end of WWII and is
one of the few L.A. restaurants of that era to survive to today. It has the
decor and aura of a different age and has grown steadily with the growth of
the movie industry and through word of mouth. “…what more can you say
about the garlic bread other than that it’s the best on the planet!”
Nov 20
Thur
Club Social – Sisley Italian Kitchen in the Valencia Town Center Mall.
Sisley Italian Kitchen features healthy Italian food, with an emphasis on lowfat and low-cholesterol dishes. Of course, one bite of Sisley's tiramisu will
convince people to throw their diet out the window for the moment.
Start time is 6:00 PM
Nov 27
Thur
Thanksgiving – At your house!
Thanksgiving is a particularly American holiday. The word evokes images of
football, family reunions, roasted turkey with stuffing, pumpkin pie and, of
course, the Pilgrims and Wampanoag and even a Corvette Cruise before
having seconds.
Nov 29
Sat
Festival of Lights Run to Riverside Mission Inn – Leave Valencia 1 PM.
The Riverside Festival of Lights allows everyone – even Corvette owners - to
be charged with wonder and anticipation of the magic of the holidays. Don’t
miss your opportunity to be part of this wonderful Riverside tradition.
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Coming up on Saturday, November 29th
THE MISSION INN HOTEL
RIVERSIDE CALIFORNIA'S
NATIONAL HISTORIC
LANDMARK
Enjoy more than 4 million
dazzling holiday lights,
appearances by Santa
Claus, the world’s largest
manmade mistletoe
measuring 12’ x 8’, horse-drawn carriage rides, freshly fallen snow, an elaborately
decorated Christmas tree in the hotel lobby and delectable holiday confections at
the original famous Casey’s Cupcakes located at The Inn. The Mission Inn’s Festival
of Lights is an annual gift to the community from property Owners Duane and Kelly
Roberts who saved the historic landmark from destruction in 1992. The City of
Riverside has adopted The Mission Inn’s Festival of Lights as a citywide initiative
with a vision of a Dickensian holiday spectacle featuring lights and decorations
throughout downtown Riverside, an outdoor ice-skating rink on the Main Street
pedestrian mall, holiday vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
REMINDER
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From the Driver’s Seat
October 2014 President’s Message
When you jump in the driver’s seat, and take control of the vehicle you once were just riding in, you
assume that the finely tuned machine will perform smoothly down the road. Usually it does, but at
some point, you get a rough idle, maybe a backfire, or a sound that makes you pull over and look at
what’s going on with your pride and joy. Taking the wheel of our club was no different, and the
realization that our club needs a tune up made me mentally pull over to take a closer look at why our
club is experiencing a drop in the performance curve.
We idle well at attending club meetings, run smoothly when going on club events, but stall out when the
performance is expected. The performance I refer to is our clubs commitment to the community, and
more specifically, our commitment to the charity that our members voted to support during the year.
The membership elected to support the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, and in doing so, we give
back to our community, but as of this newsletter, our performance curve is poor. Correct that, our
performance curve is none. When I became president, I mentioned that our club needs to focus on not
just us as a club, but us and our involvement in the community. The fact that a club of 100 Corvette
owners who voted to support the senior center, to date has only collected $50.00, is embarrassing. If
we can’t do better than $.50 per member, then maybe we should do nothing at all. How can we as
members of a 40 year old car club face anyone in the community and tell them how dedicated our club
is to community involvement and charitable support?
Every year, our club has donated a truckload of food for the “Food Pantry” at our annual Christmas
Party, and that goes to feeding many needy people in our home community. This has been a special,
once a year, contribution, and it’s truly appreciated. It is done in the Christmas Spirit, and we will
continue that endeavor as a completely separate Christmas gift from the Santa Clarita Valley Corvette
Club members.
Over the past several years, a smaller number of club members has participated in the Gift Exchange
at the Annual Christmas Party. While fun for some, the exchange somewhat slows the momentum of
the party. This year, in lieu of the Christmas Gift Exchange, the Board of Directors elected to forego the
exchange and is asking each member attending to make a monetary contribution in a sealed envelope
and place it in a collection box for the Senior Center. There was no set amount requested, but as in the
past with the gift exchange, the gift price was a gift valued at $25.00 or more. That value equates to
just under $2.10 per month. If every member (all 100 of us) contributed the $2.10 per month for one
year, we would be giving the charity we voted to support, a minimum of $2,500.00 for the year.
After receiving feedback regarding the Board’s Decision, I had to stop and think. Yes, we do support
the community with the once a year food donation, and yes that is a sizable gift given to the community.
But on the other hand, our club made a commitment, and elected to support of the senior center this
year. Let’s stand behind our commitment. Donation to the Senior Center is not meant to detract from
the Food Pantry giving. Linda Butler has been the driving force behind the Food Pantry collection each
year and she has been extremely successful in that effort and on behalf of our club. I thank her
profusely and hope you will support Deana Shaver this year as she continues the tradition.
Dwight
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Business Meeting on the 1st Thursday of each Month
Social Hour at 6:00 p.m. Meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Marie Callender’s
27630 The Old Road (at Magic Mountain)
Valencia
Next Business Meeting: November 6, 2014
Social Gathering on the 3rd Thursday of each Month
Social Hour and dining at 6:00 p.m.
Sisley Italian Kitchen
24201 Valencia Blvd #101
Phone 287-4444
Next Social Gathering: November 20, 2014
Birthdays and Anniversaries
Art Rocco
Jim Fulmer
Vickie Salmen
Angie Ryan
John Rose
Phil Johnson
Glenda Fulmer
Cindy Schmidt
Diana Rose
Dick Meier
Russ Obarski
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Dan and Marcia Stern
Howard and Linda Butler
Ed and Patty Hoffman
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November 22, 2005 9 years
November 10, 1984 30 years
November 23, 1983 31 years
Meeting Minutes
Recorded by Jim Fulmer, VP and Acting Secretary
MINUTES OF MEETING- October 2, 2014
Santa Clarita Valley Corvette Club
The meeting was called to order at 7:28 PM. President Dwight McDonald
presented the minutes of the September meeting and then read the Treasurer
report prepared by Elke Couples, who was not in attendance. The financial
posture of the club was reported at that time.
Judy Woodings gave her membership report. She introduced Ron & Joyce
Bergmann; Brian & Kathy deAvila; Tom & Judy Tomlinson; and Elliott & Andrea
Lewanda. Next, Mike & Mary Cusick were inducted as new members. Tom
McAllister was attending his second meeting as were Don & Connie Ceo. Judy
provided attendees cookies and cupcakes in celebration of cancer awareness
month, and spoke of being a 9-year breast cancer survivor!!!
Janene McDonald gave the activities report and passed out the sign-up sheets
for Oct 12th Breakfast in the Pines and also interest sheets for a run to Julian,
the Nov 8th Smoke House run, and Nov 29th run to the Riverside Mission Inn.
She reported also that the Activities Committee is looking into a Ventura Harbor
cruise.
Linda Butler spoke to us about the Food Pantry contributions for the Christmas
Party. Collection bags were made available.
Quartermaster Deana Shaver reported on new Club shirts for the ladies as well
as sweatshirts and colorful totes that were in stock!
Mike Woodings reported on the Newsletter and stated that a little more input by
the membership would be appreciated.
Sara Seeley won the Badge it or Lose it! $40.00!!!
Kathy Munshi won the chance for the Progressive Draw but drew a seven of
hearts and a three of clubs. No winner this time.
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Tom Couples won the 50/50 jackpot. $ 98.00. Well done.
President Dwight reminded members that badges should be worn to all Club
functions.
Dwight spoke about run flat tire experiences and John Noble spoke about the
new Z06 specs during Car-Talk.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM.
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QUARTERMASTER’S CORNER
Caps
Totes
Tees
YOUR
Quartermaster
Ladies Stripe Tee
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Show PLUS Go!
Sweatshirts and Tees Available
Club Jackets are a must for RUNS!!!
Best Dressed Corvette Club in SCV!
Cruiser
Club Hat
Club Tee
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Days ‘til
Christmas!
The Corvette Kiosk will be OPEN for the November meeting and your
Quartermaster Deana Shaver will be on-duty to address your clubwear
needs. Remember that you can always contact Deana on-line at
[email protected] between meetings. The time is here to be
thinking about Autumn and the cooler
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Grizzly Café
Oct 12th
Story: Dwight McDonald
Photos: Dwight McDonald and Ron Bergmann
You couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day to
take your Corvette for a drive through the mountains,
and have a relaxing breakfast in Wrightwood, at the
Grizzly Café. Eleven thundering Corvettes, correction,
ten thundering Corvettes, and one “I think I can, I
think I can” vintage Corvette assembled at Denny’s
on Sand Canyon, at 8 AM and fifteen minutes later
we were on our way. Clint Milteer and his co-pilot
Christen briefed the eager crowd of wayward
travelers, and then we were doing the Willie Nelson
“On the Road
Again.”
The weather was
clear and sunny, and the road
conditions were outstanding. No
traffic, except for an occasional
bicyclist or two; clean, crisp air and
breathtaking views of the back
roads, and canyons. The drive was
perfect for the performance
enthusiast, the leisure driver, and the one “are you
kidding me” participant, but all in all, it was fantastic. A stop at the
“Newcome’s Ranch” restaurant, for the break that refreshes, and for further instruction from Clint
about the road ahead.
Fifteen minutes rest, stretched legs, and a few clean
windshields later, we were rolling through the
canyon. Traffic changed as we progressed.
Motorcyclists were like gnats, they came out of
nowhere, buzzed around you, and then they were
gone like the wind. The caravan of shiny Corvettes
drove to a vista that overlooked a canyon as far as
the eye could see, which made for a great “Kodak
moment”.
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After a few moments of posing for a photo op and watching more motorcycles round the curve at 80
mph, our group was on its way to the Grizzly Café. Upon arrival, we were met by one of the café
employees who had reserved front
row parking for our cars, and a
viewing location for all the crotch
rocket, and two-wheeled riders to
view the pride of General Motors.
Yes, they swarmed the cars, looked,
took pictures, and asked many
questions. You would have thought
that they had never seen a Corvette
before.
The hungry caravaners were taken to a
reserved patio to unwind in the cool mountain air, order, and indulge in great conversation. The
location was gorgeous, the food outstanding, and the comradery was unexcelled. After the meal and
socializing, a drive to Charlie Brown’s in Littlerock was the tail end of a fun driving adventure. Some
stopped, and some drove on, but either way, it was a great day. Those who missed the run, missed a
great time, but don’t worry, next year we’ll have the 6th annual Wrightwood run to the Grizzly Café.
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Taste of the Town – Rattlers
Oct 16th
Story: Mike Woodings
Photos: Dwight McDonald
This was another great call by the Activities Team to hold our
Social/Taste-of-the Town at Rattler’s on Rib Night.
Looks like our
Corvette
people
concurred too
with another
successful
turnout of 38
members and
visitors
enjoying the
patio for our
monthly night
out
The great fall weather was a plus and many Corvettes were out with their owners for the evening
drive.
For 25 years, Rattler’s Bar B Que has been a favorite BBQ restaurant for many Santa Clarita families.
From slowly cooked and tender mesquite BBQ tri tip, chicken & ribs to a variety of deliciously fresh
salads and more, you are sure to get an outstanding meal.
Thanks to our Activities people for keeping us out of the kitchen again and
to the Rattler’s staff for the great service and delicious BBQ!
If Italian is your choice, join us at our next Taste of the Town at Sisley
Italian Kitchen in November. Remember, you’ve got to eat, so why not
with your friends? You never know who will show up!
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Robinson Ranch – Rocktoberfest
Oct 25th
Story: Dwight McDonald
Photos: Janene McDonald and Ron Bergmann
Rocktoberfest was
the place to be on
Saturday, the 25th
of October.
Twenty-one Club
Members arrived at
Robinson Ranch at
7:00 PM, some in
costume and some
looking like they
needed to be, but it
really didn’t matter.
The party began when we arrived, and it never ended. The refreshments and meal were
great and the G3 band was phenomenal. The
management almost had to turn the lights out to
get us out of the building.
Two of our newest members pulled up in
costume, dressed as New 2015 C7 Corvette
owners. Yep, Ron and Joyce Bergmann arrived
in a three-day old 2015 Night Race Blue Coupe!
(Night-time view)
To say that everyone
had a good time would
be a major
understatement. Pat
Van Patten looked like
she had just stepped out
of Woodstock. Sheila
Percivalle could have
passed as a dancer from
the “Whiskey A Go Go”
on Sunset Strip. Joyce
Bergmann could have
been Olivia NewtonJohn’s double from
“Grease”. Deana Shaver
was a copy of Sandra Dee in her poodle skirt and blouse and husband Ed Shaver could have
been a music producer or a pimp. We’re really not sure which, but it didn’t matter, as he fit
the description for either.
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As the night progressed, the band ratcheted up the entertainment, the “refreshments” soaked
in and the crowd got into the mood to party. You know it was a happening thing when even
Johnny Percivalle and Ed Shaver were out on the dance floor…no, not together!
When it came time to judge the costumes, Deana
Shaver and Sheila Percivalle paired up as a team.
There were 12 pairs competing and it boiled down to
two couples. The decibel meter for the first couple hit
94, but Deanna & Sheila hit the 104 mark. Yes, boys
and girls, those two hotties still got it!
Those who missed this event really missed a fun
time. Moira Moe with a little help from her personal
friend
“Jackie D”
got Jeff
Hernandez
up shake his
booty on the
dance floor.
Even Bob
Siecke, bum
knee and all,
stood up
and moved
what he
could.
Hopefully,
next year
Robinson Ranch will put this event on again,
because it’s something you don’t want to miss.
Many thanks
go to Deana
Shaver who
got us fired up
about this
event, and
made the
evening an
event to
remember.
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C7 Update
Courtesy of:
TRACK, MEET, STREET
Dominant on
legendary
racetracks
around the
world, Corvette
was the mostawarded racing
nameplate in the
American Le
Mans Series
and a seventime winner at
24 Hours of Le
Mans. The next
generation C7.R
race car
debuted this season in the new TUDOR United SportsCar Championship series. The C7.R
and the 2015 Corvette Z06 share unprecedented levels of engineering and components
including chassis architecture, engine technologies and aerodynamic strategies.
Corvette Z06
The all-new Z06 is the best example yet of the technology transfer between racing and
production Corvettes.
First, engineers took
what they learned on
the Corvette Racing
C6.R and applied that
knowledge to the
2014 Corvette
Stingray. Then, using
the Stingray as a
foundation, the Z06
and C7.R were codeveloped to push the
envelope of
performance on the
street and the track.
Coming
Soon!
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2014 Corvette Stats
Courtesy of:
For all of the C7 owners out there, or those considering the new generation Corvette, here is the latest
info for where your chosen Corvette stacks up with all of the others that rolled out of Bowling Green
in the past year:
General Motors has shared statistics on the Corvettes produced for Model Year 2014. The stats show
that Torch Red was the most popular color with 7,197 produced followed by 6,153 Arctic White;
5,929 Black; 4,064 Cyber Gray; 3,281 Laguna Blue; 3,020 Crystal Red; 2,125 Velocity Yellow; 2,088
Blade Silver; 1,827 Nightrace Blue; and 1,566 Lime
Rock Green.
The Z51 performance handling packaged proved to be
popular with 21,105 or 56.6%. Three Performance
Equipment Groups were offered with 3LT being the
most preferred with 19,725 followed by 2LT with
12,529 and 1LT with 4,736. 64.5% or 24,088 of the cars
have automatic transmissions. Nearly 84% featured the
NPP Performance Exhaust.
Chrome wheels barely edged out Z51 Painted Black
wheels - 10,291 vs 10,142. Other wheels included Z51
Chrome 7,197; Painted Silver 4,586; Z51 Sterling Silver
2,834 and Machine Faced 1,156. Red calipers were a
hot item with 16,258 of the Corvettes having them
followed by 9,471 in gray; 9,173 in black; and 2,424 in
yellow.
Jet Black Leather seats were the most popular and used
in 14,580 of the Corvettes; followed by Kalahari Leather
in 5,369; Black/Red Leather in 4,512; Red Leather 3,468; Jet Black Suede 2,983; Gray Leather Suede
2,835; Brownstone Suede 1492; Kalahari Suede 1,044; Gray Suede 559; Brownstone Leather 485. GT
seats proved to be the most popular, landing in 93% of the cars and the suede wrapped upper interior
trim option was selected for 5,108 of the cars.
Roof statistics include: Standard Carbon Fiber: 13,722; Transparent: 6,973; Dual Roof Package: 1,529;
Visible Carbon Fiber: 3,393; Visible Carbon Fiber Dual Roof Package: 969; Black Convertible Top:
8,054; Kalahari Convertible Top: 2,088; Gray Convertible Top: 373; Blue Convertible Top: 224.
Several stripe options were offered, with the Carbon Flash Hood Stinger being the most
popular topping 2,461 cars; Full Length / Carbon Fiber: 559; Full Length / Crystal Red: 75; Full
Length / Blade Silver: 112; Full Length / Cyber Gray: 37; Full Length / Inferno Orange: 37; Hood
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Stinger / Cyber Gray: 75. 5,034 of the cars have Carbon Flash mirrors and spoiler.
The National Corvette Museum delivered 1,231 Corvettes for the Model Year.
34,678 cars went to the US; 1,193 to Canada; 112 to Mexico; 224 to Japan; 447 to the Middle East;
597 to Europe; 31 to Russia and 15 to the U.K.
View the table of statistics here:
Coupe
Coupe
Convertible Total
Convertible
w/ Z51
w/ Z51
Model
11134
15431
5043
5680
37288
1LT
2583
1312
630
204
4736
2LT
4632
4475
2123
1301
12529
3LT
3919
9336
2290
4169
19725
15431
5680
21105
500
550
1044
Preferred Equipment Group
Packages
Performance Handling Package (Z51)
Premiere Edition (SRZ)
Carbon Fiber Interior Trim (FAY)
902
4784
333
1465
7495
11134
15431
5043
5680
37288
Engine
8 CYL Gas Engine (LT1)
Transmission
7 Speed Standard Manual (MEP)
3262
7 Speed Performance Manual (MEL)
6 Speed Automatic (MYC)
883
7345
4139
1715
9061
7872
8086
4160
3965
24088
7883
13903
4120
5265
31173
Exhaust
Performance Exhaust (NPP)
Suspension
Standard Suspension (FE1)
11134
5043
16183
Z51 Sport Suspension (FE3)
5663
2056
7719
Z51 Magnetic Ride Suspension (FE4)
9768
3624
13386
Wheels
Painted Silver 18/19 (QG6)
3518
1069
4586
Machine Faced 18/19 (RQ1)
924
237
1156
Chrome Wheels 18/19 (QX3)
6580
3702
10291
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Exteriors
Velocity Yellow (G8A)
668
895
257
318
2125
Lime Rock Green (G7J)
356
355
156
710
1566
Laguna Blue (G7H)
946
1682
308
341
3281
Nightrace Blue (GXH)
624
633
308
267
1827
Arctic White (G8G)
1759
2608
883
903
6153
Torch Red (GKZ)
2082
3132
943
1034
7197
Cyber Gray (GBV)
1236
1883
454
506
4064
Crystal Red (GBE)
913
1126
514
454
3020
1737
2346
933
914
5929
Black (GBA)
Top Selling
2014 Stingray
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Dumbest Corvette Questions – Part 2
Johnathon59: While showing a somewhat naive friend of mine my car, he
looks inside and says, “It just has two seats, huh?”
Jimbob26: “Why would you get a stick shift in that car?”
RKInIL: After trading my 2008 coupe and buying the 2013 convertible, my
next-door neighbor asks me, “Do you really need that? What are you going
to do with it?”
TractionControlOff: I’ve gotten, “You must get 10 mpg!” and, “How many
cylinders does it have? Four or six?”
Txbobcat: During the Cash for Clunkers thing, a gal in a new Ford
Expedition pulls up next to my Corvette while my convertible top is down.
She asks me, “Are you not ashamed to be driving a gas guzzler like that
when the rest of us are trying to conserve gas? I said, “I bet you are
getting close to 12 mpg aren’t you? Well, uppity I get 26 mpg, so who
should be ashamed here?”
MrJlr: What kind of car is that? Does that have the HEMI?
flyeri: After answering that my car is a Corvette, I was asked if Corvette
made a truck.
Tom400CFI: My wife, son and I were participating in a Corvette Club of
Utah “Cruisin’ to the Tetons” cruise. I drove my C6, and my wife drove her
Dodge Stealth R/T Twin Turbo. At one of the stops, a woman who is part of
the Corvette Club of Utah pointed at the Stealth and asked my wife and
me, “When did they make a four-seat Corvette?”
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1955 Corvette Ad
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SCVCC Officers 2013 / 2014
Office
Name
Telephone
PRESIDENT
Dwight McDonald
661-212-0158
[email protected]
VICE-PRESIDENT/
PUBLICITY
Jim Fulmer
661-295-0681
[email protected]
SECRETARY
Dan Clarkson
661-993-6266
[email protected]
TREASURER
Elke Couples
661-799-3900
[email protected]
QUARTERMASTER
Deana Shaver
805-402-8160
[email protected]
MEMBERSHIP
Judy Woodings
661-212-2889
[email protected]
Mark Ware
661-993-8128
[email protected]
Bob Siecke
805-341-1660
[email protected]
Clint Milteer
661-510-0630
[email protected]
Bev Bottoms
818-262-9828
[email protected]
Janene McDonald
661-309-0308
[email protected]
Tony Munshi
661-313-3604
[email protected]
NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Mike Woodings
661-964-8168
[email protected]
WEBMASTER
Debi Clarkson
ACTIVITIES
COORDINATOR
ACTIVITIES
COORDINATOR
ACTIVITIES
COORDINATOR
ACTIVITIES
COORDINATOR
ACTIVITIES
COORDINATOR
COMMUNICATIONS
OFFICER
Email address
[email protected]
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Warning!!!
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Testimonial Page
I had TWO more good visits to Santa Paula. Thought the club might to hear about them.
Oct. 1st, Visit#1- Took the Vette in for some routine work. Tranny & Fuel Injectors.
Got in just after they opened at 7:00am. Was out around 9:00am. Went home. On the
way my TIRE MONITOR light came on. Like most of us I ignored it. It comes and goes
th hard bumps in the road.
BUT!!!!!!!!
After hearing Dwight talk about his trip and what happened when his Monitor light came
on, I decided to go back to the Dealer and have it checked out.
So Oct.3rd, Visit#2-Got there EARLY so I stopped to get something to eat. Brought
the food with me and sat in the street at the driveway waiting for the gate to be
unlocked. Someone opened it before I finished eating. So I drove up to the office,
parked, and waited for them to Open. It was now 6:30-they open at 7:00
BUT the owner came out and said "Let's get you started!!!"
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU WENT SOME PLACE AND THEY OPENED EARLY
JUST TO HELP YOU??????
Long story Short
They fixed the Tire Monitor light.
I was out of there a little after 8:00am (The Posted OPEN time)
AND THEY DID IT FOR FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Any of you ready to give them a try YET????????
Lou Stabile
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The Club recently received this request for help from our past member, Tony Natoli.
See below for details:
Hi Folks,
Hope all is well. Would you mind distributing this info amongst the club's members? I know this is a
long shot... But what the hell, we're all Car Guys... and its worth a try.
Thanks,
Tony
Wayne Metz wrote:
On Saturday, September 27, 2014 someone broke into the garage at my dad's rental
property in Manteca, CA, and stole my 1948 Packard Custom Victoria convertible. One
of the neighbors indicated they may have seen the car being loaded onto a U-Haul
trailer during the middle of the day.
If you believe you have seen the car, please contact the Police Department, City of
Manteca, and ask for Officer Barbara Morgan, 209 456-8101.
The car is drivable and just about ready to be painted. It was not licensed.
Thank you for your assistance,
Wayne Metz
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Final Thoughts:
Another summer is behind us. 2014 has been a great year so far with our
Club with great runs and a tremendous enthusiasm about the great times
we share in our Corvettes.
I don’t know if you noticed, but our meetings and events are attracting
quite a number of new Corvette people, some of whom are first-time ‘Vette
owners. At the same time, quite a few of our long-time members have been
missing the fun. I hope all of you “old-timers” get a chance to join us more
often and meet the “newbies”.
In the meantime, remember, this is YOUR newsletter and I will try to keep
it interesting for old and new alike. Always feel free to submit YOUR
personal Corvette stories, YOUR classified ads and whatever Corvette
items that interest YOU!
Your Editor can always be reached at: [email protected] with your
contributions for an upcoming issue.
Mike Woodings
Newsletter Editor
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