Jun/Jul 2014 - Waukesha Old Car Club

Waukesha Old Car Club
t
o promote the interest of automobiles for
the mutual enjoyment of the members
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Spark
and
Sputter
June– July
2014
Waukesha Old Car Club
PO Box 645
Waukesha, WI 53187
2014
President
Ron Wichinski
Cover Photo
Vice President
Steve Heinemann
Treasurer
Jim Young
Secretary
Roy Tomasczak
Board Members
Joe Couture
Nic Gengler
Jim Haas
Victor Perugini
Harry Rozanski
Bob Schumann
Wes Sodemann
Mel Stark
Tom Sznaider
Frank Wilke
Editor/Board Member at Large
This month’s cover features a 1953 Chevrolet Bel-Air owned by
Floyd Michaels. This car was sold new by Schwartzberg Chevrolet in Milwaukee. The original owner was a farmer who used the
car primarily for going into town, and for getting the mail.
Floyd purchased the car in 1975 from the grandson of the original owner who was in the process of building a house and needed money to pay for well and septic.
When purchased by Floyd the car had 35,000 miles on the
odometer and currently has 42,000 miles. Floyd and his wife
Lorraine took the car to the VCCA show in Seven Springs, PA
where it won an award.
When the Wisconsin Automobile Museum in Hartford opened in
1986 the car was put on display where it has remained since,
except when it is taken out for maintenance.
The car is completely original except it was repainted prior to
1975 and had a new top installed in 2010.
Bob Merner
Dues
Member dues are $25.00 per year and are due
on February 15 of each year. Members receive
a 50% discount on dues by working a minimum of 4 hours for the club throughout the
year. Members who have not paid their dues
by the due date will not receive credit for
hours worked and will have their name removed from the roster.
Club Meetings
The club meets the second
month at 7:30pm at Fox
Waukesha.
The board meets the first
month at 7:00pm at Fox
Waukesha.
Monday of the
Run Lanes in
Monday of the
Run Lanes in
Spark and Sputter
June Meeting
at Murf’s
June 9
The club newsletter is published 6 times a
year on the even numbered months. The
deadline for putting articles and photos in the
newsletter is 2 weeks prior to the newsletter
being published.
Send items to be published to Bob Merner or
email at [email protected]
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Bowling Party Results
Women
1st place Sue Brand (541)
2nd place Nora Michaelis (478)
3rd place Sue Bell (410)
Men
1st place Greg Lafratta (633)
2nd place Dan Calvano (602)
3rd place Jeff Krumrich (596)
The Department of Transportation (DOT) recommends
replacing all tires at least every six years. When purchasing
new tires discuss the vendors product turn over rate, to
ensure the product that you are receiving has been recently
manufactured. Above is an example of a DOT code that is
found on a tire.
It's easy to identify the age of a tire. All tires sold in the US
require a DOT code which is mandated by the U.S
Department of Transportation. The DOT code indicates the
tire meets all federal standards, these identification numbers
are important if the product is recalled. The DOT code begins
with letters followed by numbers and letters; this is the plant
code identifying the manufacture of the tire. The last four
numbers after the plant code represent the week and the
year the tire was manufactured.
Example:
DOT
K3AP 4309
K3AP is the plant code identifying the
manufacturer of this tire.
4309 is the week and year the tire was
manufactured, this tire would have been
manufactured the 43rd week of 2009.
Other numbers are marketing codes are used at
the manufacturer's discretion.
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A
luminum foil is softer than chrome so it can remove
road grime and corrosion without scratching. When you are
spray painting foil works great for masking off oddly shaped
pieces that would otherwise take a ton of tape. And who
hasn’t made a ‘fuse” with a wad of aluminum foil?
A
luminum pans make great drain pans
and parts washers. They are just about the
perfect size for cleaning a carb. After you
use them a few time they are recyclable.
B
aby powder on a squeaky fan belt will silence it almost as fast as
turning off the engine. It also helps for putting on nitrite or latex gloves
(which you can also buy at the grocery store).
C
oca-Cola has a number of uses. First
off, the bottle itself makes a decent funnel.
Thanks in part to its fizzy goodness but
mostly its phosphoric acid content cola also
make a solid makeshift cleaner. Pour a bit
on battery terminals to remove corrosion or
use it to remove corrosion from a bumper
by pouring a bit on a wadded up ball of
aluminum foil.
F
ritos crunched up can be
used to stop a radiator leak.
omet cleanser is like a powdered polishing compound
when used on that trashed paint job that is only worth spending $1.99 fixing.
C
at box litter is a dry clay that will absorb a spill making it
much easier to clean up. You can even throw some in a cloth
bag under your seat to absorb moisture from the air and help
rid the odor of a musty car interior. Charcoal briquettes also
work well for absorbing odors.
I
vory dishwashing soap
is good for color sanding.
lastic garbage bags are great for masking and
also are great for covering engines on stands.
S
.O.S pads are steel wool embedded with soap but they
work well for getting the toughest corrosion and grime
from just about anything if you don't mind them scratching it. Don’t forget Scotch–Brite pads either. They are
abrasive and can scratch but they get into tight places and
soak up the nastiest gunk.
ide and other detergents work pretty
well for scrubbing oil stains on concrete.
ar of soap rubbed on a crack
in a gas tank can stop a small leak.
C
P
T
B
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ven cleaner is some of the nastiest cleaning sauce that you will find in a grocery store
and we mean that in a good way. It contains lye
and will eat up grease and gunk with the best of
‘em. It’s also good at removing anodizing from
aluminum and etched polished surfaces, so
watch out what you spray.
T
oothpaste is mostly abrasives so it can be
used to polish things besides teeth. It will
work on oxidized plastic headlight lens. Old
toothbrushes make great parts brushes.
et-Ones are almost
as good as shop rags.
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iploc bags work well
to store small parts.
WAUKESHA OLD CAR CLUB Regular Meeting April 14, 2014
The meeting was called to order. Officers and Board members and Guests were introduced. The club welcomed
new members John and Julie Varga and Chuck Rose.
President’s Report– Ron Wichinski said that this evening Mike Ogrezocich from B&M Auto will speak to the club
about automobile recycling.
Vice-President’s Report– Steve Heinemann said that he still has year pins for members who were not at the
banquet. He also has some from 2012 and 2013. Contact Steve to make arrangement to receive these pins. Steve
has 2014 Club Rosters available for those members who did not receive them via email.
Sunshine Committee– Had nothing to report.
Secretary’s Report– No report
Treasurer’s Report– Jim Young gave a report from the month of March. The Treasurer’s report was approved as
presented.
Guest Speaker, Mike Ogrezovich of B & M Auto Sales & Parts gave a
presentation on how the automobile recycling business has changed
since he became involved in his fathers business as a teenager.
Automobile recyclers disassemble damaged vehicles and all reusable
parts including the fluids are cataloged and sold.
Committee Reports
Bowling Party- Len Litt said the Bowling Party was well attended. There were 40 members who came for the
dinner and of those 24 members bowled. After the dinner high scores were announce and awards presented. A
listing of the members who achieved high scores can be found on page 3.
My Garage- Tom Garibaldi talked about the upcoming activities he is planning.
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May 10, My Garage at Hopson Auto. Learn what to look for when purchasing a collector car
May 17, Waukesha Historic Preservation Day Car Show in downtown Waukesha. Bring your pre 1955
car and display it in the parking lot near Madison St and St Paul Ave.
Great Lakes Dragway– Jerry Kawatski will be taking a group of Waukesha High School students to Great Lakes
Dragway on May 9.
New Business
The Board made a recommendation to the membership that an addition be made to the by-laws. The addition is to
add Article 1, Section 3, The Club supports the Waukesha Food Pantry and Others. The change was discussed and
a motion was made to accept the addition. The motion was passed by the members present.
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WAUKESHA OLD CAR CLUB Regular Meeting May 12, 2014
The meeting was called to order. Officers and Board members and guests were introduced.
The club welcomed new members Ted and Lisa Zindars
Sunshine Committee– had no report, all is good.
Secretary’s Report– Roy Tomasczak read the minutes from the month of April. He noted that we got two new
member families last month and that Floyd Michaels wife passed away. The minutes were approved as read.
Treasurer’s Report– Jim Young gave a treasurer’s report which included income and expenses for the month of
April. The treasurer’s report was accepted as presented.
Vice-President’s Report– Steve Heinemann reminded the members that next month (June) the meeting will be
held at Murf’s on Sunset Drive and West Ave. Members are encouraged to bring their cars for display. Each
member receives up to two tickets to be used for food and beverage at Murf’s. Each ticket is worth $5.00.
President’s Report– Ron Wichinski said that the Cadillac Club will be traveling to Chicago to tour the Klaremont
Kollection of vintage automobiles on June 21. Members of WOCC are welcome to attend. The cost of admission is
$25.00 which includes lunch. You are asked to travel on your own due to the congestion of trying to travel into
Chicago as a group. They plan to arrive around 10am. For more details contact Ron @ 262-798-1016. Ron said
with the rising cost of product, it will be necessary to raise the cost of food at this years car show. Therefore, he
asked all members to take note of the prices of food and beverages at car shows they attend this season, so that
when we raise or prices we can stay in line with other shows.
Committee Reports
Spring Jefferson Swap meet and Show– Bob Wiesenthal said that Jefferson was good. Members arrived early
Friday morning and got the tent set up. Everyone had a good day of selling on Friday and Saturday. Due to the
forecast of bad weather on Sunday they decided to take the tent down Saturday afternoon. Bob reminded
everyone that Elkhorn is Aug. 2-3, and Fall Jefferson is Sept.26-28.
My Garage –22 members attended the My Garage at Hopson Auto Repair on Saturday May 10. Members had a
chance to put their car up on the rack to inspect the underside and to learn what to look for when purchasing a
collector vehicle.
Waukesha Preservation Alliance - will be having a pre 1955 (original) car show in conjunction with their event
on May 17. The Lionel Club will be hosting an open house and car show at their club house on Calhoun Road and
Cleveland Ave. on Sunday May 18.
Club Website– Frank Wilke is now the webmaster for the club. Frank has worked in the field of website design for
over 17 years and has designed hundreds of sites for other car club and businesses. He has been working with Bob
Schumann and Jeff Krumrich to develop ideas for our website. Frank gave a brief demonstration of the site that he
developed. It will include a calendar of upcoming events, club news, pictures of member cars and other
information for the members. It will be designed to be easy to access via computers, tablets and smartphones.
Ron Wichinski thanked Bob and Jeff for the work that they put in to help develop the new site. Frank added that he
plans to write some articles for the Spark and Sputter to help members to learn more about their computers.
Pewaukee VFW Memorial Day Car Show– Jerry Babe passed out flyers and said that the VFW will be hosting a
car show in Pewaukee Village Park on Monday, May 26.
Picnic and Auction - this years picnic and auction will be at Netteshiem Park in Pewaukee on September 14. This
is a chance to clean out your garage and basement and bring the items to be auctioned off with the proceeds
going to charity. The club provides the meat and beverages and members bring a dish to pass. A good time by all
is guaranteed. More information will be available in future Spark and Sputters and at the club meetings.
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TOM GARIBALDI WILL BE TAIKING THE
SUMMER OFF FROM PLANNING ACTIVITIES.
Swap Space
WATCH THE NEWSLETTER, THE CLUB
WEBSITE AND YOUR EMAIL FOR CLUB
ACTIVITY INFORMATION.
For Sale 1978 GM RTS Bus, 2000 miles on factory rebuilt
8V71 Detroit Diesel, 3 speed Allison auto transmission with
locking high, highway gears. Many extras such as 6extra
wheels with tires, all stainless steel frame, extra slider windows, front and rear door, wheelchair lift, 2 air ride drivers
seats. Open to any offers.
Contact Al Schultz 262-968-2092
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If you have an item to sell
contact Bob Merner
at [email protected]
to have it included in the newsletter.
It will be listed it in two consecutive
newsletters as space allows.
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Advertise your business here
The newsletter is published bi-monthly.
The newsletter is provided to all members.
The newsletter can be also be found
on the club website
The cost for a business card ad is $60.00 per year
Contact the Club for more information
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PO Box 645
Waukesha, WI 53187
June 2
Board Meeting
June 9
Membership Meeting & Car Show 5:30 @ Murf’s Custard
July 7
Board Meeting
July 10-12
Iola Car Show and Swap Meet
July14
Membership Meeting 7:30 @ Fox Run Lanes
Aug 10
Waukesha Old Car Club Show @ Frame Park
Sept 14
Picnic and Auction @ Nettesheim Park in Pewaukee
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