June 2016 - Cal-Rods

Cal-Rods Newsletter
From the Cal-Rods Car Club
Originating in 1954 at Baldwin Park High School
http://cal-rods.org/
April, May, June 2016 Volume 2, Issue 2
Editor: Beverly Campbell
The purpose of this Associa on is to establish a family oriented
social club that promotes the enjoyment, restora on, and
preserva on of street rods and classic cars.
President’s Message
Welcome Fellow Cal-Rods
“S ll Cruising a er all these years”
Gree ngs Fellow Cal‐Rods:
Our 10th annual Car Show at Santa Anita Park is now behind us and we can relax a bit and enjoy the car show season.
We had a good turnout at our car show with 382 cars entered. I would like to thank the Show Chairman John Givens
for pu ng together a great show. Also thanks goes to the hard work of the following Chairpersons: Registra on‐
Mike Thompse , Master of Ceremonies‐“Big John” Morehead, Parking and Entry‐ Ross Leimbach & Jim Clark,
Vendors‐ Vic Cunnyngham & Joe Rode, Raffle & 50/50‐ Joyce Rode, Trophy Chairman‐ Don Baker, Merchandise
Sales‐ Diane Ferguson, Check‐In Chairman‐ Ken Campbell and Judging Chairman‐ Vic Cunnyngham.
The Chairmen along with the 70 Cal‐Rods volunteers all helped make the show a great success.
In the past several months we have had several social cruises. In March, Joe Rode organized a cruise to the Mo e
Historical Museum in Menifee followed by lunch at the Texas Roadhouse.
In April, Don baker organized a cruise to Charlie Tachdjian’s American Classics Auto Museum in La Verne. A erwards
we cruised over to Mr. D’s for lunch.
Now that the car show is over we will go back to our monthly Social Cruises.
Board Member Mark Bower has set up a loca on at the Pomona Swap Meet where Cal‐Rods can sell their auto parts
and car stuff that has been se ng around their garage. This will take place on June 5th at the Pomona Fair Grounds.
It is with great sorrow that I no fy you that we have had some more deaths of Cal‐Rod members in the last quarter.
Cal‐Rod member Sharron Hopcus passed away on April 20th and Cal‐Rod member Leroy Gilbert passed away on April
21st. Both died figh ng Cancer.
On May 19th Cal‐Rods member and former Baldwin Park Chief of Police, Carmine Lanza passed away a er a long
ba le with cancer.
Keep on Cruisin!
Jack Ferguson, President
CAL‐ROD FEATURED CAR FOR APRIL 2016
By Doug Bithell
YEAR: 1967
COLOR: YELLOW
ENGINE: 283 CHEVROLET
REAR END: STOCK
WHEELS: CRAGARS
MAKE AND MODEL: CHEVROLET PICKUP
UPHOLSTRY: BLACK VINYL
TRANS: POWERGLIDE AUTOMATIC
FRONT END: STOCK
This month’s featured car is the 1967 Chevrolet Nova of T. J. and Susan Santarelli. T. J. bought the Nova from
Crest Chevrolet in San Bernardino for $1,800.00 while he was a ending Cal Poly Pomona in 1970. The car
had 32,000 miles on it. 46 years later he is s ll driving it on a daily bases and has 498,000 miles on it. That’s
just short of ½ million miles or the distance to the moon and back.
The engine and tranny are original and he had them overhauled at 310,000 miles in 1990. The car is all
original except for the front seat upholstery had to be replaced. The car’s paint was redone 25 years ago and
he has re‐chromed the valve covers and I’m sure he has replaced the normal items that wear out i.e.: brakes,
res, wipers,….. T. J. says the Nova has been the most trouble free car he has ever owned.
This car and its owners have been many places: Solvang, Big Bear, San Diego, Colorado River, Central Valley,
Mentone, Santa Anita, and many more including four weddings ac ng as the official limo. By the way one of
those weddings was his own and one was his daughter’s wedding. This car is truly an amazing good one and
I’m glad it’s in Cal‐Rods with T. J. and Susan.
CAL‐ROD FEATURED CAR FOR MAY 2016
1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR SPORTS COUPE
ENGINE: ZZ 383CU IN G.M. HIGH PERFORMANCE
REAREND: FORD CURRIE 9”POSI 3.50:1 RATIO
TRANSMISSION: 700R4
FRONT CLIP: CAMARO
GAUGES: AUTO METER
WHEELS: BOYD EARLY STEEL BILLET
COLOR: VIPER RED
By Ray Mahoney
Jim Salazar’s assiduous work shows in every detail of his ’57 Bel Air Sports Coupe. All wiring, heater and A/C hoses have been
hidden in the engine room with plenty of chrome to impress even the novice. Jim removed all the Bel Air gold trim (front grill,
louvers and chevrons) and replaced them with chrome trim for a smooth flowing look that works well with all the hand polished
stainless trim that he did himself. A three piece front bumper was replaced with a one piece ‘California bumper’, Boyd Billet
wheels suppor ng a 9” Ford Currie rear end, 700R4 transmission, ZZ high performance Stroker and a Camaro front clip making it a
striking stand out Classic.
Purchased in Temecula in 1998 Jim set about to build it his way with the help of fellow Cal‐Rod member Bill Owens (both pic‐
tured above; Jim is on the right.). Jim bought all the parts, engine rear end, transmission etc., and set them aside; once the body
was done they spent weekends for 2 years turning wrenches on the rebuild. A graduate of Citrus College, LA Trade Tech, San Ga‐
briel High School and a cer fied Cal/OSHA crane surveyor. Jim has worked for Konecranes America since 1984. He also owned a
machine shop and body shop in the early ‘80s.
Originally manufactured with power steering, power brakes, power seats, power windows; and amazingly both seat and win‐
dows s ll work. Jim went on to install: Am‐Fm Casse e, new springs, CD in the trunk, front disc brakes and booster, new rubber
and new glass.
The 1957 Chevrolet was introduced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors in September 1956. It was available in three se‐
ries models: the upscale Bel Air, the mid‐range "two‐ten", and the "one‐fi y". A two‐door sta on wagon, the Nomad was produced as a Bel Air model. An upscale trim op on called the "Delray" was available for two‐ten 2‐door sedans. It is a popular and sought a er classic car. These vehicles are o en restored to their original condi on and some mes modified. The car's image has been frequently used in toys, graphics, music, movies and television. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) Dubbed by many as the ‘baby Cadillac’ for its many similari es, it’s hard to believe Ford out sold Chevrolet in 1957. Some say it
was because of the tubeless re G.M. introduced that year made buyers uneasy, others say it was Ford’s new sleek and longer
look, and s ll there’s, “Fords were cheaper in ‘57’”. Whatever the reason there’s no ques on that the ’57 Chevy is an iconic design
s ll in demand and prized.
CAL‐ROD FEATURED CAR FOR JUNE 2016
By Doug Bithell
YEAR: 1956
MAKE AND MODEL: FORD COUSTOMLINE VICTORIA
COLOR: BERMUDA BLUE/WHITE
UPHOLSTRY: BLUE AND WHITE VINYL
ENGINE: I957 T‐BIRD 312 C.I.
TRANS: STOCK FORDOMATIC
REAR END: STOCK FORD
WHEELS: STEEL WITH BEAUTY RIMS
FRONT END: STOCK
June brings us the featured car of Doug and Karen Seymour. This Ford has the clean look of a car that has
been well taken care of for some me. Doug has had this car since 1966 when he bought it from a co‐worker.
Seems the guy was complaining about his day and cussing out his car that just blew the engine and put a rod
through the side of the block. Kind of joking Doug said,” I got $15.00 dollars”. The guy said sold reached in
the glove compartment grabbed the pink slip and signed it over to Doug.
Now Doug had a car that didn’t run and had to do something about it. He went to the auto wrecking yard,
found a 1957 Thunderbird engine which he paid $350.00 dollars and put it in the Ford. The cost of the engine
was over 20 mes what he paid for the car. He has been driving it ever since. His wife used it for several years
as a daily driver even traveling up to Stockton. Doug has fixed it up from the daily driving days with new
upholstery to match the original, new paint, engine trim, and much more to make it the beauty it is today.
Doug has been to a number of local shows and plans to a end many more. Doug and his car are truly one of
Cal‐Rods finest.
THANK YOU CAL-RODS SPONSORS!
We encourage all of our members to utilize our Sponsors in appreciation of their support and partnership.
American Classic Cars
Covina Coin
Pomona, CA
204 S. Citrus Ave, Covina, CA (626)915‐4940 Leroy & Tracy Lenhart
Diamond Bar Appliance 23441 Golden Springs Dr. Diamond Bar, CA (909)861‐9674 Gary Brewton
Eddie Motorsports True American Billet
Elegance Auto Interiors (909) 981‐6363
Engine Dynamics 4152 N. Puente Ave, Baldwin Park, CA 91706 John Avery, Neil Nielson, & Christopher
Glue Machinery Corpora on 1‐855‐805‐7100 Jim Salazar
Graybill Metal Polishing, & Pla ng 15110 Ramona Blvd, Baldwin Park, 91706 (626) 967‐5742 Steve, Johnny or Jacob
Hannemann Fiberglass 1132 W. Kirkwall Rd. Azusa, CA 91702 (626) 969‐7317 Harold or Hal Hannemann
J &B Mufflers and Brakes 13922 Ramona Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 813‐3813 Benjamin Lopez
LGE*CTS Motorsports 882 W, Cienega Ave, San Dimas 91773 (909) 599‐2203
Lojack for Classics 80 W. Sierra Madre Blvd#123, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (310) 505‐9817 Ted Saraf
Reo Commercial Renova ons 8012 Malven Ave. Rancho Cucamonga CA.91730 (909) 945‐2920 Bob O’Neal
Santa Anita Race Park Arcadia, CA
Smog Test Center 13922 Ramona Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA91706 (626) 480‐8218
So Cal Bolt Upland, CA
Thorson Buick and GMC 3456 E. Colorado, Pasadena, CA 91107
Tucker Tire Co Covina, CA 96260 332‐1142
The 2016 "Wheels N Windmills" Show in Solvang will be held on Saturday, August 27th and there will also be a
Friday night Barbecue at Mendenhall's Museum again.
Per Bob Stokes, the Event Coordinator, because the show has "filled up" so quickly the last few years, it was decided
to move Online registration to mid-June instead of mid-May. They are still planning to have hard-copy flyers available
by mid-May for people who don't have computers or access to their web site to do online registration. Bob will email me
a printable version of the flyer when it's ready.
If you're interested in attending the car show, email me at [email protected] so I can provide a list to Bob Stokes.
You can send me an email . Make your hotel reservations ahead of time.
Thanks,
Chuck Stiles
Cal-Rods Member
818-400-4944
[email protected]
In Memorial:
Sharron Hopcus (Wife of Gene Hopcus) passed away 4-20-16.
Cal-Rods Member, Leroy Gilbert, passed away 4-21-16, after a long battle with cancer. Leroy was
a Korean Vet and spent 30 years as a Los Angeles County Fire Fighter.
Cal-Rods member, Carmine Lanza, passed away on 5- 19-16.
We send our hear elt condolences to the families for their loss.
19th Annual Cal‐Rods and BPHS Alumni Picnic
May, 1, 2016
Thank you, Vic Cunnyingham, for chairing this event for the last 19 years. Vic is
now stepping down and turning over the reins to Linda Nash Marquis and Linda
Stubblefield Combs who will con nue on the tradi on of the BPHS Picnic for the
classes of the 50’s through 70’s and work along side the Cal‐Rods who put on the
car show.
What are the Different Types of Antifreeze and Can I Mix Them?
Tech Article by Jim Karls
Recently we discussed the benefits of antifreeze at a Cal-Rods meeting. We explained that antifreeze not only lowers the freezing point of the water in your cooling system it also raises the boiling point and helps inhibit corrosion. Most importantly we
discussed the different types of antifreeze. Before you grab that jug of green liquid to pour in your system, you better make
sure it's the same as what's there already.
Some General Facts about Antifreeze
Before we get into making sure you have the right antifreeze in your system, let’s take a look at some general information about
antifreeze.
Automotive antifreeze has traditionally been made with ethylene glycol and Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT- GREEN) corrosion inhibitors since 1926.
American vehicles have traditionally been designed to use antifreeze with silicates and phosphates as corrosion inhibitors.
European vehicles have traditionally used antifreeze that does not use phosphates.
Japanese vehicles have traditionally used antifreeze that does not use silicates.
Newer corrosion inhibitor technology includes Organic Acid Technology (OAT-ORANGE) and Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT-YELLOW). Both may be referred to as “extended life” antifreeze and were introduced in the 1990′s.
(IAT-GREEN) antifreeze has a 2 year or 30,000 mile service life, where (OAT-ORANGE) and (HOAT-YELLOW) have a 5
year or 150,000 mile service life.
(OAT-ORANGE) based antifreeze is not compatible with (IAT-GREEN) antifreeze; although, some (HOAT-YELLOW) formulas claim compatibility with certain (OAT-ORANGE) formulas or (IAT-GREEN) formulas.
(OAT-ORANGE) and (HOAT-YELLOW) antifreeze is designed for use in aluminum radiators and components (cylinder
heads, etc).
Antifreeze is dyed to whatever color the manufacturer chooses and may help to distinguish the type of antifreeze (IAT, OAT or
HOAT) or may be used to market variations of antifreeze formulas within a brand.
How Do I Know Which Antifreeze is Right for My Vehicle?
Given that there is now a wide variety of antifreeze available, it is easy to get confused about which one is correct for your vehicle. Here are are a few questions to ask yourself before buying antifreeze.
Does my vehicle have vintage type parts like a Copper/Brass radiator? If you do, then the only antifreeze you should use is
the traditional, (IAT-GREEN) based formula. The new (OAT-ORANGE) formulas do not have the corrosion inhibitors
that will protect copper/brass components since they were designed for modern aluminum components.
What does my vehicle’s manufacturer recommend? Check the manual or call the dealership and make sure. Modern vehicles
typically use the (OAT-ORANGE) based products.
What’s in my radiator now? Some mechanics have been known to drain out and replace the factory supplied (OATORANGE) based antifreeze with traditional (IAT-GREEN) due to performance concerns about one of the first (OATORANGE) formulas used called DEX-COOL®. If you took your vehicle to a mechanic who recommended replacing the
coolant with a traditional formula, make sure you know which formula is in your system.
What color antifreeze is in my vehicle already? The color of your coolant may be a first indicator that you have something
other than traditional antifreeze in your vehicle; however, NEVER RELY ON THE COLOR TO DETERMINE WHAT
TYPE OF ANTIFREEZE YOU NEED! There are no standardized rules for manufacturers about what colors to use for
their formulas. If you buy a jug of antifreeze and the color is different than what is in your vehicle already, take it as a sign
to double check yourself before you mix the two together but don’t rely on matching colors as guaranteed compatibility.
Anti Freeze Continued:
Can I Mix the Formulas Together? Is it Really that Bad?
You should not mix (OAT-ORANGE) based formulas with (IAT-GREEN) formulas. The result is typically turning your coolant into sludge due to a chemical reaction. Keep in mind, (OAT-ORANGE) based formulas are still a developing technology.
There are some “universal” formulas that claim compatibility with other (IAT-GREEN) and (OAT-ORANGE) formulas, but the
only safe bet is to use the same formula that is already in your vehicle. This may change as the (OAT-ORANGE) based formulas
continue to develop; however, always err on the side of caution and use the same type of formula that the manufacturer recommends.
What Should I Do if I Do Mix Them?
Your best bet is to drain and flush your coolant system as soon as possible. The longer two different formulas are allowed to
circulate through your system, the more particles and sludge that can build up. Again, play it safe and drain the system, flush it with
coolant, drain it again, and repeat if you still see particles coming out. When you finally have it flushed, replace the coolant with
Santa Anita Car Show from the editor’s perspec ve
I arrived at 6 A.M. and was greeted as I entered by a smiling volunteer who must have
been there before the sun came up. There were already cars wai ng in line
to go through the tunnel to the show grounds. Many workers were running
around making sure everything was in place and helping par cipants with
their ques ons.
Joyce and Joe arrived with their car full of raffle prizes and their packed
trailer following behind them. They were there the night before and back
early the next day to set up their booth. Joyce worked hard throughout the year col‐
lec ng gi s, making gi baskets, numbering the prizes, etc. We want to give a big thank you to Joyce and Joe Rode
and their crew for all their hard work.
Ken Campbell managed to get about 3 hours sleep the night
before and was there bright and early with his crew to set up
and register about 400 par cipants as they signed in at the
registra on table. Everything went smoothly, thanks Ken and
crew.
There were a few glitches: One par cipant ran out of gas in
the tunnel and needed to be pushed to the field. Thanks to
John Duran for helping provide some gas to the gentleman.
Another incident happened when one of the horses warming
up got spooked and threw a jockey. Someone said it was a vender and then I heard it was a loud car. Thus
the fairgrounds closed the tunnel for an hour so that the horses could con nue to exercise making the re‐
maining 70+ cars stranded outside. Many turned around and went home or to another show. The fair‐
grounds also changed the me on us and the first race started at 2 instead of noon and the last race was at
6:35p.m. which meant that no cars could leave un l 7p.m. or a er. I talked to one par cipant that said he
loved the show and wondered when our next car show would be. Many people I talked to said they ex‐
pected to be there the whole day anyway and were going to make the most of it. The view of the mountains
was magnificent, the people were interes ng to talk to and the racing was exci ng to watch.
The Show was great; we had a lot of venders, the kids were entertained with horseback rides, a climbing wall,
jumping houses with slides, and game booths. There was a band performing and par cipants dancing. I saw
many people walking around looking at all the wonderful, unique cars on display.
Vic Cunnyngham and his crew had their hands full judging the great cars that came to our show. The TJ
Friends won the club par cipa on
award.
Diane Ferguson worked at the
Merchandise table Selling event
shirts etc.
John Givens was the man in charge
and should be congratulated on a
job well done.
Cal‐Rods Car Club
PO Box 2453
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729
Cal‐Rods Car Club
PO Box 2453
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729