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Mustang Tales
Newsletter of the Reno Mustang Car Club
FEBRUARY, 2013
2013 RMCC-Sponsored Activities
(Next 3 Months)
In This Issue
Club Activities
1
President’s Message 2
February 12
Tuesday
RMCC Monthly Meeting; Board 6:30 pm, General 7pm
RDW Automotive 1186 Telegraph Street, Reno
Board 6:30 pm, General 7pm
February 21
Thursday
National Automobile Museum’s Adopt-A-Car Wax & Shine
10 South Lake Street, Reno 333-9300 Starts 5:30pm to :30pm.
Check in at front desk and pick up cleaning supplies. Free
admission to Museum and you can walk around and check out the
other displays. It’s quite impressive. Come check it out, help polish
up our Mustang and check out its new paint. After we get done
cleaning the Mustang, we’ll go to:Bertha Mirandas Mexican
Restaurant.
March 12
Tuesday
RMCC Monthly Meeting; Board 6:30 pm, General 7pm
RDDW Automotive 1186 Telegraph Street, Reno
Board 6:30 pm, General 7pm
Club Officers
10
Advertising
11
March 16
Saturday
J T Basque Restaurant
1426 US Highway 395, N. Gardnerville
Cocktails start at 4pm
Come enjoy good food and get to know your fellow members and
they’re rides better.
Classified Ads
13
Crossword Puzzle
14
April 9
Tuesday
RMCC Monthly Meeting; Board 6:30 pm, General 7pm
RDW Automotive 1186 Telegraph Street, Reno
Board 6:30 pm, General 7pm
April 27
Saturday
Mustang Club Poker Run
Meet at RDW’s at 1:30 pm
Entrée fee: Raffle Prize for Unbridled Spirit MCA show
Bring Navigator, tank of gas, $10-$20 for dinner, Patience & Humor
For a complete Schedule of activities in and around the Reno/Sparks area for the
entire year, visit the RMCC Web site at www.renomustangcarclub.com.
Mustang Tales is the newsletter of the Reno Mustang
Car Club and is published monthly in Reno, Nevada by
its Editor, Sid Gesh [email protected] 775-852-2126
Who Is It
3
RMCC Celebrity
4
Auction Results
5
Tech Tip – Jumping 6
Sprint by Ford
7
Goofy Bowling
8
Show Raffle Needs
9
Happiness is . . .
9
Membership Ap
Last
Pot Luck Theme
for Meeting is:
WHATEVER
You Love
February, 2013
RMCC Newsletter
Message from RMCC President
Ron Wheeler
Happy February! With that in mind, I remember that
this is the month of “love”. And I want to say “I love
this club!” You guys are awesome.
We are in full gear planning for the June car show,
“Unbridled Spirit.” David and Chris have been
working hard on the Website and getting on-line
registration up and running. It is now working and
you can put in your reservations at:
http://www.restomodsinreno.com/index.php/onlineregistration. This works very well. Next time you see
David and Chris, thank them for all of their hard
work. We are probably one of the only clubs that has
on-line registration for their show!
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on and many places where assistance can be
used. So keep that in mind and we look forward
to hearing where you would like to serve for a
couple hours. Remember many hands make
light work!
See you February 12th for another fun filled
meeting!
All that being said, more volunteers for show stuff are
still needed. Are you interested in assisting judges,
check with Shirley Hopkins; if you are interested in
raffles, contact Linda Romeo; if you would like to
assist with parking lot detail of trailers, or show cars,
contact Darold Roy; if you have interest in assisting
with hospitality tent or the banquet, contact Rosie
Livingston. Linda is already collecting raffle prizes of
all kinds like craft items, tools, car wash accessories,
children’s blankets, toys, model cars, jewelry, purses,
clocks, watches, computer items, posters, you name it,
she’ll take it. We have a lot going
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Membership Renewals Due
Bonnie Moffett, Club Membership Chair, reports that we have 55 new and renewing memberships.
We finished 2012 very strong with 99 memberships and 140 cars. For those of you that haven’t
renewed your membership, please do so ASAP. Annual membership dues are $35 for a Family
Membership, $20 for a Single Membership.
Everyone desiring to renew their RMCC membership must complete a Membership Application. A
copy of the Application is provided at the end of this newsletter for your convenience. Please make
your check payable to the Reno Mustang Car Club and mail the Membership Application and check to:
Reno Mustang Car Club
P.O. Box 12453
Reno, NV 89510-2453
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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JANUARY WHO IS IT
For those who attended the RMCC Christmas party, you would know that these slippers adorn the
feet of your Editor, Sid Gesh. The Gesh’s stole the slippers as part of the party’s white elephant
gift exchange from the Romeo’s. How about those legs . . .
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MUSTANG MANIA 2
The solution to the crossword puzzle, Mustang Mania 2, that appeared in last month’s newsletter is
provided on the last page of the newsletter. I would like to thank the Club Historian, Gary Wittmuss,
once again for his assistance in constructing the puzzle.
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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RMCC Celebrity
Interview with Dennis Romeo
One of the most prominent members of the Reno Mustang Car Club, Dennis Romeo, has just launched a new
career. For the last twenty six years he has been working with the Truckee Meadows Water Authority, currently
holding the position of Administrator of the Cross Connection Control Program. In the next few weeks Dennis
will be retiring from the Water Authority. What does he plan to do in retirement? Why he plans to work in radio
broadcasting as the co-host of one of the “Nevada Matters” radio programs. Radio broadcasting is not entirely
new to Dennis. In his younger days (a long, long time ago) as an Electrician’s Mate (EM) in the Navy, he had the
opportunity to work on a Top 40 radio broadcast for American Armed Forces Radio. After the Navy, Dennis was
involved in radio broadcasting again as a student at San Bernardino College and, while attending, also did some
broadcasting for local area stations as a broadcast intern. Dennis really enjoyed this work and hoped that
someday he would have the opportunity to do it again.
On a trip to Reno in 1974, Dennis fell in love with the Truckee Meadows and decided to move to the area.
Shortly thereafter he was able to land employment with the Water Authority. An old friend of his recently
became aware of Dennis’s residence in Reno as the result of publicity related to his recent run for the Reno City
Council and contacted him. As it turned out, this gentleman owned a number of radio stations. One thing led to
another and, through connections with his long lost friend, Dennis found an opportunity to get involved in radio
broadcasting again, this time with “Nevada Matters.” Nevada Matters is a listener-supported radio programming
that broadcasts a number of programs on local radio stations that, according to their Web site, “celebrates cultural
diversity, equality, economic justice, and is committed to our community.” In his broadcasting role with Nevada
Matters, Dennis discusses issues important to this area and often involves invited guests to the radio program.
Recent programs hosted by him include an interview with Ira Hansen on the upcoming legislative session, Hillary
Schieve to discuss City Council issues and organ transplants (herself an organ recipient), Kitty Jung on Washoe
County issues, and Ron Knect about vocational education. You can catch Dennis’s radio program live on Friday
from noon to 2:00 PM on KRNG (101.3). His program is also repeated on weekends on Fox radio (99.1).
Dennis has been a long standing and active member
of the RMCC since 1995. During his tenure with the
Club, he has served as Sergeant at Arms, Activities
Chairman, Sound System Manager, Vice President,
and President (1998-2001). He relates that back in
the early years of the Club it was struggling to stay
alive. Club membership was limited to classic
Mustangs only, membership was less than 50, and
there was no money in the treasury. With the help of
a number of dedicated “old time” members, things
slowly turned around. Dennis believes that the
major contributors to the growth of the Club were
the opening of membership to Mustangs of any year,
monthly Club activities and get togethers, and
working together on the restoration of the Nevada
Auto Museum’s ’65 Mustang.
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February, 2013
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Dennis isn’t the only member of the Romeo family that has been active in the RMCC. Linda, his wife of 21 years,
has been the Apparels Chairman, Club Secretary for 13 years, and enthusiastically involved in running the
Restomods show raffle every year. The Romeos have a daughter, and five grand kids – many of which you will see
at Club events and helping out at Restomods each year. When asked what has kept him involved with the Reno
Mustang Car Club over the years, Dennis replied that, in addition to the opportunity to meet and mix with car
enthusiasts, it is the camaraderie of the members – much like family. He also appreciates what our Club does to
support the local community.
The Romeo’s are the proud owners of two classic cars: a ’66 Mustang and a CMC replica of a ’65 Cobra. The
Mustang is a restomod; souped up 289 V8 with a C-4 automatic transmission. Most notably, the car is painted
YELLOW! When I conducted the interview with Dennis for this article, I promised him that I would not mention
that the Cobra is powered by a Chevy engine!
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Recent Auction Results
As reported by Ford Racing News
Arizona played host to two significant car auctions in January. The sale price that some of the automobiles
auctioned at these shows was incredible. For example:
Batmobile #1 (used in the movies)
$ 4,620,000
(Barrett-Jackson)
1965 Ford GT40
$ 2,150,000
(RM Auctions)
1967 Shelby “Semi-Competition” Cobra
$ 2,007,500
(RM Auctions)
1970 Mustang Mach 1 “Dragon” by the Ringbrothers ? $ 346,500
(Barrett-Jackson)
1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner “F” Retractable
$ 330,000
(Barrett-Jackson)
1969 Mustang Boss 429
$ 275,000
(Barrett-Jackson)
2013 Shelby GT500 Cobra
$ 200,000
(Barrett-Jackson)
2013 GT500 (All White)
$ 150,000
(Barrett-Jackson)
1970 Mustang Boss 302
$ 82,500
(Barrett-Jackson)
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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Tech Tip – Jump Starting a Car
Contributed by: Ron Wheeler
Hey fellow club members. I want to go over a few things with regards to jump starting vehicles and proper safety
procedures and equipment for each and every vehicle you own. The first thing I want to stress with regard to jump
starting a vehicle, is that it needs to be done with a "like" vehicle. i.e., a diesel engine should be jumped with
another diesel, a 12 volt car (which would be most of the vehicles you own) should be jumped by another 12 volt
car, a 6 volt (i.e., up to mid 50's vehicles) with another, etc. With regard to Hybrid vehicles, most need to be
plugged into a power source or refer to your owner's manual before attempting any type of jump starting.
The second thing that needs to be stressed is safety. Be sure to wear proper safety eye protection as well as gloves
for skin protection. A bad/marginal battery can cause battery acid to be splashed out of the battery or even create
and explosion of the battery.
Now let's talk about the jump start procedure: If you suspect that your battery has died, you may be able to use
jumper cables to connect your vehicle to a like vehicle. (I strongly recommend if you are driving a Ford - DO NOT
use a Chevy, you could cause more irreparable damage by doing this). But seriously you need to be certain that the
vehicle being used as the starting vehicle has a good strong battery and charging system. In addition you need to
make sure you have a "GOOD" set of heavy duty battery cables (of course, they will be in the trunk of YOUR
vehicle).
Prior to beginning, make sure both vehicles are either in Park (automatic) or Neutral (manual), have the parking
brake engaged and both vehicles have their ignition turned off. Open the hood of both vehicles and locate their
batteries.
Identify where the positive terminal on each battery is located (most commonly the positive terminal will
be indicated by a "+" or "POS" on the battery case at the terminal site). Connect one "red" battery
jumper cable to the positive terminal on the failed battery.
Connect the opposite end of the "red" jumper cable to the Positive terminal on the "starter" battery.
Attach the "black" end of the jumper cable to the "-" or "NEG" terminal on the "starter" battery.
STOP Double check that you have completed the jumper cable connections EXACTLY as outlined above before
you make your last connection. If not done properly you may cause damage to the “starter’s” ignition or even the
vehicle’s computer.
Now you are ready to connect the final end of the "black" jumper cable. WAIT, do not connect the cable
to the battery terminal on the failed battery! This should be connected to a good unpainted ground spot
located on a NON MOVING part of the engine of the "dead" vehicle.
Now that everything is properly hooked up, start the "starter" vehicle and let run for approximately 5 minutes
before you attempt to start the dead vehicle. If the dead vehicle doesn't start, leave it connected to the "starter"
vehicle while it is running for an additional 5 minutes (you may need to pull out your wallet, to pay for the "starter"
vehicles gas given the current gas prices!) When the "dead" vehicle begins breathing again, do not shut off its
engine. Leave the dead vehicle running or drive around for about 15 minutes in order to recharge the battery. (You
may want to unhook the jumper cables first!) Remember to remove battery cables exactly in the reverse order of
how they were hooked up. If the dead vehicle does not start after jumping or will not start the next time you go to
use it, call RDW for a check of your battery/charging system and/or replacement of your battery.
One way to possibly prevent the chances of a dead battery is to service it regularly. Clean both battery connections
and keep the battery itself clean. The moisture that gathers on the top of the battery can create a draw to the battery
causing it to die prematurely.
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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Sprint by Ford
Contributed by: Sid Gesh
As most of you know, Judi and I are the proud owners of a 1964 Falcon Sprint convertible (painted that
most magnificent color - YELLOW). When discussing our car, we simply refer to it as the “Sprint.”
Over the years I have heard people mention that Ford produced a Mustang model designated as a Sprint.
The October issue of Mustang Monthly confirms that this is indeed true and provides specific information
on each of the Mustang Sprint models.
The “Sport Sprint Special” was introduced in the 1967 model year. This car was a specially equipped
Mustang to promote the Mustang’s third birthday. Offered with both six and eight cylinder engines,
109,946 of these Sprints were produced, of which 101,419 were hardtops and 8,527 were convertibles.
Ford differentiated these ’67 Mustangs with a louvered hood with turn signal indicators, rocker panel and
tail panel moldings, full wheel covers, white wall tires, vinyl-covered shifter handle, and a chrome air
cleaner cover with a “Sports Sprint” decal.
The Sprint moniker appeared on a Mustang once again in 1972 with Ford’s introduction of the “Sprint
USA” model. This specialty Mustang featured a red, white, and blue special edition theme (that was also
shared with the Maverick and Pinto) to honor the USA Olympic team. The Mustang incarnation was
supplied as either a white hardtop or SportsRoof with blue and red trim and sporting a “USA” decal on
the rear quarter panel. The base Sprint USA package came with a matching white interior with blue seat
inserts and red piping, blue carpet, dual racing mirrors, hub caps with trim rings, and E70 whitewall tires.
A competition suspension and F60 Wide Oval tires on 15 inch Magnum 500 wheels could be added with
the “B Package.” Ford produced 6,247 hardtop Sprint USAs, 3,086 of them SportsRoofs, and 50
convertibles for a total production of 9,383.
I have to say that I was quite surprised when I read this article as I don’t recall ever seeing either a ’67 or
’72 Mustang Sprint model. With a total production number for both models approaching 120,000 cars,
you would think they would be more prevalent – or, perhaps I just haven’t noticed them before.
Nonetheless, I will be very specific in identifying our car from now on – a 1964 Falcon Sprint. Want to
learn more about all of the ’65 to ’72 special edition Mustangs? See the article “Special Editions” in the
October, 2012 edition of Mustang Monthly, page 22. Don’t have a copy of this issue? Contact me and I
will share mine with you.
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Raffle Wishes For Unbridled Spirit
Here we are again, planning our
Club's Car Show. Because of the
generosity of all of you last year the
Club did very well during the 2012
raffle and silent auction. We really
want to show MCA that we have the
best raffle table of any car show.
Please start early this year with your
donations of any kind for the raffle
and or silent auction.
Drop off at RDW or call Linda Romeo at 324-1378 for pick-up
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Happiness is . . .
Driving a ’64 Falcon Sprint convertible with
power steering! Thank you to RDW for locating
the parts and all my friends for helping to get the
power steering installed. In fact, there were
almost enough Club members working on the car
that we could have convened a RMCC meeting!
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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2013 RMCC OFFICERS
( * Indicates elected positions )
POSITION
NAME
CONTACT INFORMATION
*
President
Ron Wheeler
775-323-1362,
[email protected]
*
Vice President
Joe Wyatt
775-851-1932, [email protected]
*
Secretary
Shirley Hopkins
775-722-3408, [email protected]
*
Treasurer
Fran Wyatt
775-851-1932, [email protected]
*
Sergeant at Arms
Ed Rudolph
775-267-5407
Membership
Bonnie Moffett
775-424-3546,
[email protected]
Newsletter
Sid Gesh
775-852-0437, [email protected]
Apparel
Judi Gesh
775-852-2126, [email protected]
Activities
Terry Mueller
775-772-4520, [email protected]
Webmaster
David Ramsey
775-852-0847, [email protected]
Publicity Chairman
VACANT
Warning:
Don’t Miss A Meeting
or you’ll be appointed
Historian
Gary Wittmuss
775-338-5118, [email protected]
Car Show Committee
Chris Waddle
775-772-7880, [email protected]
Charter Members
Ron & Dianna Wheeler
775 -323-1362,
[email protected]
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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ADVERTISING
Classified
Business Card
Member Fee
Free
Free
Non Member Fee
$5.00 (2 Issues)
$20.00 (2 Issues)
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February, 2013
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Shop at the RMCC Store
Located in the offices of RDW Automotive
1186 Telegraph St., Reno, NV
Coffee Mugs
Beer Mugs
Wine Glasses
Folding Chairs
See photos of the sale items at the Club Web Site:
www.renomustangcarclub.com
New Fastener Store
For those of you living in the southern end of Reno, you no
longer have to travel to the airport or Sparks for fasteners that
the big box stores never seem to have or sell in quantities that
you don’t need.
Fastenal has opened a new store just off Longley Lane at 892
Maestro, Suite 103 (in the strip mall facing Longley). As one
of 2,500+ stores around the country, Fastenal offers its local
customers a broad core inventory of commonly used fastening
products, as well as items that are custom-stocked to meet
individual customers' needs. I stopped by there today and am
quite impressed with their inventory nuts, bolts, washers,
screws, fittings, etc. Editor
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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CLASSIFIED ADS
FOR SALE
Family purchased and continuously owned 1967 Mustang Coupe. Southern California car that has always been garaged and driven by
non-smoking family members. Red with red interior and in very good condition. Original 289 engine replaced with a 302 V8, 289 is
available and will go with the car. Automatic transmission. Complete repair and maintenance history documents. Price reduced to
$14,800 $14,000 OBO. Contact the car’s owner, Joan, in Whittier, CA at 562-943-2773. For more pictures and/or additional
information about the car you can contact Judy Sturmer (sister) locally at 827-3550.
FOR SALE
Ford FE Mallory Unilite distributor
Plus:
FRPP Shelby SVT-1 Axle back muffler assemblies
Ford 8.8 3.25 gear set
Gary 775-771-5554
RMCC Newsletter
February, 2013
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2013
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
RENO MUSTANG CAR CLUB
P.O. Box 12453
RENO, NV 89510-2453
Membership type – Please check one in each section:
____NEW MEMBER
MEMBER#
____RENEWING MEMBER
(From last year)
_____RETURNING MEMBER
____MCA
(From lapsed membership)
______SINGLE MEMBERSHIP ($20.00 per year)
______FAMILY MEMBERSHIP ($35.00 per year)
_______COMPLIMENTARY JONES WEST FORD/CAPITAL FORD MEMBERSHIP
* IF 2012 dues are paid before December 31st 2012, there is a $5.00 discount.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
______MUSTANG OWNER
______MUSTANG ENTHUSUAST
(I own or have financial interest in a Ford Mustang)
(I have interest in Mustangs and wish to support purposes of
RMCC)
________________________________________________________________________________________________
LAST NAME: ______________________________ FIRST NAME: ________________________ DOB:
________________
IF FAMILY MEMBERSHIP –
SPOUSES NAME:
_______________________DOB:_________________
ANNIVERSARY DATE: ________________________
FAMILY MEMBERS & birthdates (under 18 living at home):
_________________________________________________
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STREET: _________________________________________________________________________________
CITY: ______________________________________________STATE: _____________ ZIP: ______________
HOME PHONE: _____________________________________CELL PHONE(s):________________________
E-MAIL:__________________________________________________________________________________
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Mustang(s) currently owned (use back for additional room)
YEAR
COLOR
MODEL
ENGINE
TRANSMISSION
EXTERIOR COLOR
INTERIOR
________________________________________________________________________________________________
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HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT RENO MUSTANG CAR CLUB?
CAR SHOW__________________________ MEMBER_________________________ OTHER ________________
FLYER __________ INTERNET_________ MAGAZINE _________ NEWSPAPER_________ RADIO _______
All members and enthusiasts receive a name badge and monthly newsletter. Only a “Mustang Owner” is eligible to run for or hold
elective offices and to vote in elections. All members and enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in club functions, although
participation is not mandatory. Dues are payable thirty (30) days from the beginning of the calendar year. Membership period is from
January 1 to December31.
New memberships accepted after July 1 are half price. PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: RENO MUSTANG CAR
CLUB.
DISCLAIMER
I/We certify that the insurance coverage on my/our vehicle(s) operated at RMCC club functions is in compliance with at least the minimum set forth in the current edition
of the applicable Nevada Revised Statutes and the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles Codes. It is understood that the Reno Mustang Car Club shall not be held liable or
otherwise responsible for damage or loss to any vehicle or its content at any time.
SIGNATURE________________________________________________ DATE__________________________
AMOUNT PAID $_______________________
FOR RMCC USE ONLY: CASH __________ CHECK # ___________
RMCC meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at RDW Automotive, 1186 Telegraph St. Reno, NV 89502, 775-323-1362
Board Meeting at 6:30 General Meeting at 7:00. Call with any questions or see if changes have been made to meeting time
and place.