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Newsletter of the Ford 8 & 10 h.p. Sidevalve Club of Queensland Inc.
Club meetings - Every second month and to be included as part of the club runs.
Above: Brian Shields Woody somewhere?
Vol 11 No 5– September 2015
Beautiful 10/10 van on the Perth Rally, owned by Nev and Ann Hurring
Memberships are now overdue. If you have not already made payment this will be your
last newsletter.
PRESIDENTS REPORT
We held our AGM on the 23rd August and all positions stayed the same, it is a pity that no
positions changed hand, Don`t get me wrong everyone is doing a good job but new blood brings new
ideas. The club is in an excellent financial position which we need to be leading up to the 2019 National
Rally which we will be hosting.
All British day is fast approaching on the 20th of September and we are hoping for a big show of
cars, so please try and make it if you can.
We are also arranging some mid week runs which will be appearing on the website in the near
future.
Happy sidevalving
Terry
WOODY WORLD BY BRIAN SHIELDS
THE GREAT WESTERN ADVENTURE – 2015 NATIONAL RALLY – PERTH W.A.
Part 1 - PREPARATION
“Woody World” for those unfamiliar with these articles, is an irregular report of the adventures of our
1948 Ford Prefect “Shooting Brake” or “Woody” on its trips both locally and around Australia. The latest of which, to Western Australia, to attend the 2015 Ford 8 and 10 hp sidevalve National Rally held in
Perth. The Woody had attended rallies in all the eastern states and South Australia, so when a W.A. rally
was announced my hand went straight up, and there was just space for a Western Australian rally badge
on the tail gate to complete the set! So 2 years out the planning began.
First of all the engine had to be repaired following the “failure to proceed” on the way home from its
second trip to South Australia (see Murrayville-parts 1 and 2), that duly done, a rear gearbox leak turned
into a gearbox overhaul and a well overdue look at the brakes revealed 2 broken return springs and 1
wheel bearing replacement, not bad seeing as the hubs hadn’t been off for 10 years! Now to planning the
logistics!
The Woody had been driven to previous National Rallies but to do so
this time raised several potential
problems. First of all, after travelling all that way we wanted to make
the most of it by staying on after the
rally and seeing as much of that part
of W.A. as we could, that led to
concessional registration issues.
Secondly, I wasn’t sure how good or bad the roads would be, particularly across the Nullarbor and
maybe the wooden body would cop a hiding. (In fact the roads were great) Thirdly, 2 people spending 5
weeks in a Prefect, camping and sleeping in the back for all but 10 nights might conceivably have put a
little strain on the relationship! Especially as one of us had never been camping before! Then there was
the problem of carrying all the required tools, parts, camping gear, food, clothes, etc, etc.
So the decision was made to trailer the Woody to Perth. Next question what with? Already had a
trailer, no problem there! Already had a Hilux Ute, no problem there! Hang on a minute, an unrestored,
untouched 1988 Hilux 2.5 litre diesel with 300000 hard kms on the clock, a 10000 plus km trip across
the continent and back trailering a Prefect and all the gear? Why not, what could go wrong? By the time
those little seeds of doubt turned into nightmares I started to think just maybe, something could! So what
to do?
About this time family members and friends started taking advantage of the heavily discounted Mit-
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subishi Triton 4WD’s, but I definitely didn’t need another vehicle, never mind another Ute and I just
couldn’t bring myself to part with the Hilux, so stalemate! 12 months of “when are you going to buy a
Triton?” from all quarters went by before the local dealer took an offer I couldn’t refuse, so a new Triton
sat in the shed unused except for a trip to Canberra for the next 12 months, problem solved?
Looking at the trailer there were a couple of potential weak spots that for a trip like this I wasn’t
happy with, so having strengthened those, no need to check the wheel bearings I thought, hasn’t done
any real work and felt ok, wrong! The nagging thought of better check in the shed rather than on the
Nullarbor Plain kicked in and revealed 2 shot Chinese bearings in the back axle and 2 good Timken
bearings in the front! A month from “D” day “all set” I thought, wrong again!
A casual look under the Triton revealed an oil leak traced back to the engine oil cooler. Needs a new
gasket said the dealer, 2 weeks later the gasket arrived, drove home, still leaking, needs a new O ring
says the dealer, another week later drove home, still leaking! Leave it with us said the dealer. Going to
Perth on Wednesday say’s I, have to send for a new housing said the dealer, been planning this for 2
years say’s I, bought a Ute I didn’t need with this trip in mind say’s I, the one thing I thought I didn’t
have to worry about, you’ve had a month to fix a simple oil leak! Got the Ute back at 4pm the day before the “D” day scheduled departure time of 4am, drove home, looked dry, not convinced! Loaded the
Ute, ran out of daylight, would have to load the Woody and hook up the trailer following day, “D” day.
To be continued……
Western Wandering …. Story by Mike Hanrahan
National Prefect Rally - May 2015 – Western Australia
Day one: Our Western Wandering 2015 trip started early Wednesday morning, 15Apr15 with 4,312kms to go. Terry in his
Prefect ute, Trevor with his 10/10 Fordson ute and van, Les in a modern Falcon ute, and Lynette and myself with our Ford
Canter truck carrying Shelley (100e) and towing our Van. Our first challenge of the trip was only an hour away from home, up
the Toowoomba range to see how our vehicles would handle steep range highway. As expected, it was a bit slow which was to
be pretty typical of our ten day trip to the West.
The run to Goondiwindi passed with a short stop to refuel and to do a quick check of the vehicles. We then continued south on
the Newell Hwy, so many trucks, but not too worrying as being
slower, they passed us easily. Just south of Narrabri, we struck
trouble with Trevor’s Fordson - broken drive shaft. At the same
time Brian and Sarita in their ute, with their Prefect on the trailer,
caught up to us, and with a bit of a shuffle, we got all back to Narrabri and with an o/night stay to fix the Fordson drive shaft.
Day two: After help from a local welding shop and we all helped
reassembly of the diff, we were on the road by early afternoon to
make Coonabarabran the next o/night stop.
Day three: A slow but big day travelling through central NSW to
our first try of a free camp site, west of Cobar. All of our cars drew
a lot of attention from the other travellers at the camp site and everyone came over to have a chat. We heard a lot of stories about
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Prefects. People were very interested that we were travelling so far for a national rally.
Day four: Off westward through the wild goat country of Wilcannia, then through Broken Hill for o/night stay at a little
place called Yunta just inside the South Australian boarder. We had travelled 1708kms by this stage, unfortunately the repairs to the Fordson failed and we had the second break down. This time replacement parts were required, and after a few
phone calls, they were located in Gympie QLD. Parts sent express to Yunta and Trevor and Les would wait for parts and
would follow later.
Day Five: We set off for Port Augusta, it was a good run with a few short stops to take in the local scenery. We continued
to get lots of interest from fellow travellers about our little Gems (cars) and we were so surprised by how many people had a
connection or family history with a Prefect. After Port Augusta we joined the first leg of the Eyre Hwy. It was a long day and
pulling in for our overnight stay at Kimba was very welcome.
Day Six: On the road early passing through large wheat farming districts to Ceduna for lunch. From Ceduna, we had
1198kms to go. Brian and Sarita stayed over to meet up with friends and would catch us up down the track. Our o/night stay
at Penong was start of the Nullarbor golf course. We finished the day with a golf game on a fairly unique golf course… game
concluded with a small snake providing a scare and a couple of lost golf balls in the rough.
Day Seven: Good Run with great views of the Great Australian Bight on one side and the Nullarbor National Park on the
other.. had several stops to view the wild scenery. The last part of the day saw us over the border crossing to Mundrabilla rest
stop, we had arrived in Western Australia. At nearly all the rest stops we were approached by fellow travellers with plenty of
comments about the cars, and we enjoyed some great yarns to fellow travellers, and young international backpackers making
their way across and around Australia.
Day Eight: Another big run on the Eyre Highway crossing the longest straight in Australia, a quick Par 3 round of golf at
Balladonia and off the treeless plain to the mining hills of Norsman, for refreshing o/nite stay. We enjoyed a very nice dinner
at the local Hotel with Brian and Sarita catching us up.
Day Nine: Early starts were part of our daily runs and were enjoyable to travel through changing country areas to see the
different landscapes. Plenty of mining sights on our run into Coolgardie and just past there at a rest stop was were we caught
up with some inter-state Car Club members from Victoria and Sth Australia, all heading for Perth. We stuck some major road
works on our run to Kellerberrin for our last o/night stay, with a meal at the local mixed sports club to take in a bit of Bill
Anderson’s old home town.
Day Ten: Final run into Perth, a little different to the open road as we got closer a lot of heavy traffic through the hills to
our destination at Advent Park Maida Vale. It was a very welcome sight to meet up with old and new friends again and settle
in for the coming days. All in all we travelled approx 4250k from Ipswich Queensland.
Event Day one: ANZAC Day Memorial Dawn Service was arranged for all state club Members wishing to attend, and we
were welcomed to The Blackboy Hill (original Anzac Training Camp site) at Midland. There were approximately five thousand People at the Dawn service to commemorate 100 years since Gallipoli; it was a very memorable morning service.
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A big thank-you Terry Bates, for organising our attendance.
Free afternoon was a chance to familiarize ourselves and settle in for the evening Meet and Greet Session.
Event Day Two: First run in the cars and everybody was keen to get going, assembly point was the same spot each day and
always a sight to behold. The variety of models was good to see, every time a bonnet was open it was filled with enquiring
heads. We finally set off travelling to Gidgegannup village passing through several new estates and hobby farm style areas.
After a morning tea break, we continued on winding our way across to the Bailup Ford Farm. The Pernechele’s collection of
cars, mainly Falcon GT’s (most models) was terrific. All the three large sheds were opened for us to wander through and it
was a great experience. We were able to display our cars and get some good photo’s as well.
The return run was on the Targa hill climb road course passing Peter Brock Memorial sight then returning to Advent Park for
a social evening BBQ and chat.
Event Day Three: Today run was through the Swan Valley region with a stop at the ANZAC Memorial Sight (day time)
for a good read of its history. Next coffee break at the Bates property was welcome stop. Visiting the winery, lollies shop, art
place and some of the historical sites through-out the Valley was highly enjoyable. It was a good run at the touristy spots
around Perth and got to see a lot of what WA has to offer… on return plenty of local Taverns to finish off the day.
Event Day Four: A big event day travelling approx. 160mls/225k to New Norcia via The Great Northern Hwy, travelling
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along with large Road-trains, mining transports and we may have held up a bit of traffic in our little cars. We arrived at the
New Norcia Monastery. Once privately owned the Benedictine Monastery town was established in 1847. We were given a
great tour around the site, and a history on how it operates as a self-funded Estate, lots of photo’s.
Event Day Five: Another great days drive, 135mls/217k, taking in the north west coast with stops at marina and boat har-
bours, followed by a fish and chip lunch at Fishman hollow. Impressive views of the coast line and the Million plus expensive
homes (plenty of mining money here I think) along the way made another enjoyable day.
Event Day Six: No car day today, travelling by two classic buses through Perth CBD to Kings Park to overlook the City
and surrounds for a photo shoot, plus opportunity for a Club photo shoot. Onto Fremantle visiting the Navy Monument overlooking the Port and Bay. Lunch was fish of the day at the famous Fremantle Fishman’s harbour, or another selection from
the Eatery. Our return was via RAAFA Aviation Heritage Museum at Bull creek, enjoyed a walked through a large display of
aircraft and memorabilia.
Event Day Seven: Out in our little car’s again, this run 142mls /230k was
south-east through the National Park, onto the rural areas to the Old Tractor
and Machinery Museum at Serpentine. The collection was maintained by
Giulio and volunteers. We got to see a few of the tractors started up and good
to see the old machinery still able to start. Lunch was at the Village of Byford,
before moving to the pioneer Village Primary School for a display of the cars
and talk to students. The school was started by the local community buying the
disused village and setting it up as classrooms which was a great outcome for
the kids. A short history of the small Ford was given by Giulio with Q&A from
the Students was quite interesting, after the kids enjoyed wandering through
the cars. It was a highly enjoyable experience.
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Event Day Eight: Short day trip up the hill to Kalamunda Markets for local produce, art and craft, and some
great novelty shops everywhere. The cars set in the local park and look good amongst the autumn coloured trees.
The return was up to each own via the old zig zag road or down the hill road to Advent park.
Event Dinner: The Formal Dinner was a chance for everybody to dress-up and relax and enjoy the evening. A
very enjoyable night with lots of fun, laughter and, discussion on how interesting the event days have been. It
was a lovely meal and the W.A. Club Committee members done a great job running raffles and a small auction.
The presentation of awards was a great hit with everyone… longest distance travelled again taken by our Club
President Terry Keene. The final announcement was for the next National Event will be run by NSW club at
Bathurst in 2017.
Event Day Nine: A special Cars show day at Whiteman recreational Park, a full day with plenty of thing to see
and do, hundreds of cars on display of all makes and models. Our Queensland club display was well presented
and plenty of people wandering through with numerous photos taken of our cars. To finish off the day and to let
the traffic disperse, the WA club put on an evening of music and Pizza to finish off the day.
Event Day Ten: Farewell breakfast again was a good way to say our good-bye till 2017 and leave with fond
memories of the past days, and new and old friends. Special thanks must be said to all WA Club members for the
friendship and hospitality shown to all visiting club people and making the Event an enjoyable stay.
Regards Mike H.
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Memories of the 2015 National Rally in Perth
– I’ll let my camera lens tell the story!
by Bill Ballard
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Previous page (clockwise,
from top left)
●Michael & Lynette fraternize with other rally
entrants at the Rally Dinner, 2nd May.
●Sarita & Brian were caught in a “Thomas”
moment at Whiteman Park on 3rd May.
●This is evidence that Michael & Lynette were
caught by the police at Gidgegannup Showgrounds on 26th April – we’ve yet to learn what
charges were laid!
●I doubt if Brian’s “woodie” will travel further
west in Australia without falling in the sea!
Burns Beach, north of Perth, 29th April.
●Three brothers past their youth at a National
Rally? Surely a record! Advent Park, 25th
April.
This page (clockwise, from top left)
●Terry uses a quiet moment during the vintage bus trip on 30th April to catch up on his messages
●Goodness knows what Brian spotted that the rest of us didn’t at New Norcia on 28th April!
●Well at least part of Trevor’s outfit made it to Perth – attached to Les’s modern ute! Advent Park,
2nd May.
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Ford Eight and Ten Sidevalve Club of Queensland
Club Calendar
2015 CLUB RUNS
SEPT
13TH - BEAUDESERT SWAP
20TH - ALL BRITISH DAY
26TH - HISTORIC COMMERCIAL SHOW
OCT
NOV
DEC
.25TH - EBBW VALE SWAP
...
XMAS RUN
Every Friday night - Munchies - Acacia Ridge
FOR SALE
1948 4 Door Ford Anglia
Reconditioned motor,
5 near new tyres,
body in good condition,
interior good,
currently on club rego but selling
unregistered.
$10,000 ono.
Phone Jim Paterson
(07) 3398 7510
Club information at a glance
Postal address
3 Buttler Street
Bellbird Pk Qld 4300
Email
[email protected]
President - Terry Keene
Phone: 0424 705 408
Email: [email protected]
Vice President - Vic Pires
Secretary - Brian Shields
Phone: 0421 894 631
Treasurer - Rosemary Bannan Phone: 07 3205 1820
Editor - Terry Keene
Phone: 0424 705 408
Membership Secretary - Bob Bannan
Web site
ford8and10hpclubqld.com
(postal address: 3 Chaucer Pde Strathpine 4500)
Librarian - Mike Hanrahan
Dating officer - Syd Handisides
Events Co-ordinator - Mike Hanrahan
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