Vol 7 Issue 3 - SOUTHERN ARIZONA CHAPTER – BUICK CLUB OF

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Director’s Message
I think many people on the east side are
still trying to put their eyeballs back into their
heads after watching such an amazing display of
rolling Buicks last month. For those of you that
couldn't make it, we had a great turnout for
February's club outing. After a nutritious
breakfast at Sonic, a great line of vintage iron,
complete with tikertape, dancing baton girls, and
a giant inflatable Kermit, motored to the house
of Woodsworth. What we found there shocked
even the most seasoned gearheads. Building
after building of restored classics, each one even
more rare and beautiful than the last. Many
thanks to Woody for being such a gracious
curator and host.
On a sadder note, I received a call early
this morning from a fellow Buick driver in
distress. His name is Nate Gwynne, and he
drives a yellow 55 Special on a daily basis. The
264 Nailhead in his car failed spectacularly on
Golf Links this morning, turning the engine
block into a basket of broken parts. He is having
the car towed to Dan Drager's shop for
diagnosis, although by his description of the
problem, the outlook is bleak. Does anyone in
the club have any spare nailhead parts that they
would be willing to part with for a reasonable
price? If so, Nates # is 256-6214, and he would
love to hear from you.
Be sure not to miss the next general
meeting on March 9th... Royal Buick's Shop
Foreman John Reece will be our guest speaker!!!
Unfortunately, he was sick last month and
couldn't make it, but now he's back and better
than ever!! For those of you that have not met
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him, he is a human shop manual, complete
with all the extra bulletins! If it has tires and
a steering wheel, he probably knows how to
fix it. Bring your questions about cars new
and old, and prepare for car-nirvana!!!
Lastly, don't forget about our March
outing to the Sierra Vista car show on the
20th. It benefits the Boys and Girls club, so
be sure to show your support!
-Alex
P.S. We will be having dessert at Village Inn
after the meeting.
Editor’s Comments
Hello All!!! As I sit here and write the newsletter.
I am watching Jay Leno on T.V. A guest asked
him what was his favorite car. Believe it or not,
the first one he mentioned was his ’55 Buick. I
found some information on the internet about it.
You can find it later in the newsletter.
It is that time of year again. We need to collect
dues from the members. If you look at your
newletter address label, you will see the up to date
expiration of your dues. Please use the enclosed
form to send in your dues to the Club’s P.O. Box.
The March outing will be at the Boys and Girls Club
car show in Sierra Vista. You can find the entry
form
in
the
February
newsletter
or
http://www.svkidsplace.com. We are going to meet
at the Carl’s Jr parking lot on Irvington just west of
Alvernon at 7:30 AM on Saturday the 20th. It is a 70
mile trip down to Sierra Vista.
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I want to find out if any of you want to start getting the
newsletter online. This will save the club printing and mailing
costs if you would rather get your newsletter electronically. If
you do, please email me and I will set you up in the
distribution list. I will basically email everyone that the
newsletter is ready and where to download it from our
website. This way you can either read it on your screen or
print it out in fancy color if you have a color printer. Let me
know.
I have included a clearer entry form for the April outing
show. It is in Oracle, AZ. That is about 20 miles north of
Tucson heading toward Globe. We will even be able to
participate in the parade down to the show field.
It is that time again when we need to start talking about our
annual show in November. I will be looking for volunteers
who want to help plan and orchestrate out show this year.
We had a good turnout last year and I am working on some
ideas that will hopefully bring out even more people.
I wanted to start bugging everyone again about posting
information about their car on the website. My ultimate goal
will be to post information about everyone’s automobile on
the site. I think this would help bring new people into the
group to see how energetic we are about our cars. Please
mail to the club P.O. Box or email me just basic information :
model, year, color, drivetrain details, etc. A little short story
behind how you got the car and adventures in it would also
be great. If you mail me physical pictures, I will ensure that
you get them back. I can even arrange to come and take
pictures of your car if you do not have access to a camera.
Pete
“Going fast with Class!!”
C ALENDAR OF EVENTS
FEBRUARY CHAPTER GENERAL MEETING
PLACE: ROYAL BUICK DEALERSHIP
TIME: 9 TH MARCH – 6 PM
*** MARCH OUTING ****
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF SIERRA VISTA
7TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW
PLACE: SIERRA VISTA
TIME: SATURDAY, MARCH 20 TH
INFO: Larry 520-459-2184
LITTLE ANTHONY ’S CAR SHOW
PLACE: 7010 E. BROADWAY
TIME: 20 TH MARCH 5:00 PM
Info: 520-296-0456
MARCH BOARD MEETING
PLACE: BOB GIETL’ S O FFICE
TIME: 23 RD MARCH – 6 PM
CRUISIN’ TOMBSTONE 2004
PLACE: TOMBSTONE , AZ
TIME: 2-3 RD APRIL
INFO: 520-457-3786
*** APRIL OUTING ****
18th Annual Oracle Spring Run
PLACE: O RACLE, AZ.
TIME: SATURDAY, APRIL 17 TH
Info: 520-896-2158
CHECK OUT OTHER SHOWS AT
HTTP://WWW .CRUISINARIZONA .COM
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Cut and mail in…. Return address on back page…
SABC Membership Renewal Form
Name ______________________________________________ BCA # ______________________
Address __________________________________________________________________________
City ___________________ State ____________________ Zip ________________
Email address _______________________________________
Dues for entire year
Prorate offset
Total Dues
$12
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________
If you are an existing member, you dues will be $12 for the whole year. If you are a new member, to determine
your dues, start with $12 and prorate from there. For example, if it is January your dues will be $12. If it is
February, it will be $11. If it is June, it will be $6.
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FOR SALE AND WANTED
WANTED: 65 or 66 Wildcat or LeSabre Convertible
Buick Wanted Between $5000 and $10,000. Looking for
a good original rust-free sample of this raremodel.
Preferably Custom Interior with Floor Shift and console
but will consider others. Contact Information:
Tony Gentilcore
HAYMARKET, SYDNEY, Other 2000 AUSTRALIA
Telephone: +61 2 9581 9578
E-Mail: [email protected]
FOR SALE: 1965 Buick Electra 225 convtiable for sale.
We live in Gilbert AZ , The car has been restored in
1997 erverything on it's been rebuilt or replaced. It's got
a newly rebuilt 425 motor in it. It's only has 2400 miles
on it. My e-mail is [email protected] our phone #
is 480 633-3159 we are asking $12,500 obo
FOR SALE: 59 Buick. 4 Dr HT, A/C, Power Brakes,
Power Steering, Power Seats, Spoke Wheels, AM Radio,
445 Wildcat, mileage approximately 63 thousand original
miles. Buick has been in the family since purchase date
and stored a good portion of the time. Kathy Kreuzer.
[email protected] Asking price $12,000
2002 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DIRECTOR
Alex Chavez [email protected]
408-1514
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
James Freund – [email protected]
882-8617
SCRIBE/N EWSLETTER EDITOR
Pete Rodriguez – [email protected]
579-1679
TREASURER/ADVERTISERS
Charlie Murtagh
325-3274
ACTIVITIES/MEMBERSHIP
Leroy Tiedemann
722-4923
BOARD MEMBERS
Jim Bremner - [email protected]
Bob Gietl- [email protected]
Alex Jacome
751-4186
743-0574
648-1931
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Jay Leno ’55 Buick
I found this information is summarized from a picture that was on Leno’s ’55 Buick Roadmaster at the SEMA ’03 show.
“Jay Leno purchased this Roadmaster in 1972 for $350 and drove it everywhere in his early California days. After sitting
idle for more than 16 years, Jay and his Big Dog Garage crew began a restoration and improvement project in 2002.
Using GM Performance Parts and some custom components, the Roadmaster has been brought back to life with a stock
looking appearance. But under the skin is a serious street rod that anyone who like power and performance will
appreciate…”
This car basically looks stock from the outside, but it has a 620 HP 570+ cubic inch Chevrolet engine. It also have the
suspension from a Corvette grafted under the carriage.
January 2004 Outing -- Tubac Car Show
In January, we went down to the Tubac car show. This was delayed a week due to the rain on the original show date.
There were less then 10 Buicks down there. However, they managed to take three first place awards. I would like to
congradulate Chuck Taylor, Bob Gietl, and Bill Schoening for their first place prizes. This is always a good outing
because the great variety of cars is amazing. Until next year…
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February 2004 Outing – Woody’s Garage
The February outing was to Woody Woodworth’s house. We first met at Sonic for a
breakfast meeting. After we took over the drive-in for 1.5 hours, we headed out to
Woody’s house. We had about a 10 car caravan. Woody has a fine collection of
automobiles in his numerous garages. It was nice to see such wide vararity of cars in one
location. It was a fun afternoon and yes.. most of those cars I could not identify. I
needed help with most of them. Until next time…..
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Oracle Historical Society
Presents the 18th Annual
ORACLE SPRING RUN Car Show 2004
& AUTOMOTIVE PARTS SWAP MEET
Saturday April 17th, 2004 in Downtown Oracle, AZ
This event is part of a Country Festival including a Carnival, Craft Fair, Parade, Swap Meet and Western Dance.
Car Show Information:
Pre-registration: $20.00 donation to the Museum includes T-shirt, Meals for two, Trophies, Dash Plaques, Goody Bags,
50’s Music, Donuts at parade lineup. Make checks payable to O.H.S. After April 13th post mark, entry is $25.00. T-shirts
& Goody bags are limited to the first 95 cars. 2 nd car - $10.00 ( no meal tickets ).
Registration & Check in: 6:30 - 9:15 a.m. at parade lineup
Show ‘n Shine: 9:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Awards : 3:00 p.m. at the DJ’s Trailer
Trophies will be given in 1st and 2nd place in15 classes, as well as Best Paint, Engine, & Interior and Best of Show.
The game sheet in your goody bag must be turned in by 2 p.m. at the DJ’s trailer. Winner receives a free entry to next
year’s show. Tie will be broken with an additional question.
Information:
Mail entry to: OHS Oracle Car Show, PO Box 10, Oracle, AZ 85623 or drop off at Guyton’s in Oracle.
Call for info: 825-1866 - Tucson, 896-2158 - Oracle, 896-9609 - Oracle, or [email protected]
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ENTRY FORM 2004 (please print clearly or type)
Driver’s Name_____________________________Guest_____________________Phone ___________________
Address___________________________________________E-mail_____________________________________
City __________________________State_______________ Zip_________________
Make of Car___________________ Model_______________________ Year __________Color_____________
T-Shirt size: med
large
x-large
xx-large
Have you entered a car in this show before?_________
Circle the class you wished to be judged in.
A Mod/Street Rod 1931 & older
B Mod/Street Rod 1932 thru 1934
C Mod/Street 1935 thru 1945
D Mod/Street Rod 1946 thru 1955 E Mod/Street Rod 1956 and newer
F Trucks 1955 & older
G Trucks 1956 thru 1959
H Trucks 1960 & newer
I Muscle
J Sports Car
K Original 1956 & older
L Original 1957 thru 1966
M Original 1967 thru 1970
N Original 1971 & newer
O Off Road/Rails
Liability Clause
In consideration of the acceptance of the Oracle Spring Run Car Show 2004, I, the undersigned, hereby release the Oracle
Festival Committees, the Oracle Historical Society and all other volunteers concerned, from all and every claim for
damages which may accrue to me at any time hereafter in favor of myself, my heirs, representatives, friends or
dependents or any of them, by reason of any injury, loss or damage, which may be suffered by me or any of them,
because of any matter, thing, condition, negligence or default, or any person whatsoever, in the car show committees or
any of them, held, given by, or under the direction of the said Festival 2004Committees on April 17, 2004. I further agree
to accept the conditions of this contract.
Signed ___________________________________________
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Southern Arizona Chapter of the BCA
PO Box 27242
Tucson, AZ 85726-7242
ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED
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Mailing Address
Street Number and Name
City, State 98765-4321
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