pring At Last! Spring At Last!

Lets Do This Again In 20 Years!
May 2010
Volume 19 - Issue 5
The April meeting was the twentieth anniversary of the COVVC, with lots
of reflection , and also of looking ahead. Many in attendance had been
there since the first year, with a nice
group of newer, and brand new members thrown in to complete the mix!
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pring At Last!
Thoughts From Your Board Member
By Stark Hughes
Several things always happen each
spring. Plants bloom, the days get longer and
cabin fever goes away just to name a few.
The one thing that I always look forward to (and I can
speak for everyone reading this article) is bringing my vintage VW out of hibernation and driving. No worries about
snow or the horror of hearing salt pellets slamming against
the undercarriage eating away at whatever they stick to.
Cruising around I have grown accustomed to glances,
nods and the traditional thumbs up.
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side of the road with my head
buried in the engine compartment trying to figure out why it just stopped running,
someone always stops and asks, ‘Do you need some
help?” Love them or hate them there’s something about
a vintage VW that draws attention.
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Featured In This Issue...
1 - Thoughts From Your Board Member
by Stark Hughes
photo by Brenda Agan
3 - March Meeting Minutes
by Tina Gibson
4 - Life in The Past Lane
by Marilyn Allen
4 - Dougstock 2010
by Bill Lewandowski
5 - Show Volunteers
by Marilyn Allen
5 - Let’s Talk Toys
by Michael Williams
6
Tech Tips
by Bruce Amacker
7 - Motorkars Memorial Day
Car Show
8 - Cruise In Report
by Tina Gibson
9 - Remembering Judy Diley
10 - Classified Ads
Next Monthly Meeting May 13th, 2010
7:30 Sharp!
11 - Club and factory Information
Who are these guys and why are they smiling? Why, it’s four of the
COVVC founding members, from left to right, Ted Chaney, Mark
Garrett, Stark Hughes and Bill Duval, at the April 20th Anniversay
meeting at the Columbus Maennerchor. Check out the back page for
more pics from this very fun gathering.
Next Monthly Meeting - May 13th, 2010, 7:30 Sharp, at the Columbus Maennerchor, 966 S. High Street
Garrett’s Automotive Detailing
by appointment
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1294 Frisbee Drive
Columbus, OH 43224
614-262-2881
[email protected]
pecializing in show quality detailing
Submitted by Tim Fox, this popular Zits cartoon depicts the perils of “in home” engine repairs! Thanks Tim!
May is my month to run the monthly meeting. As I
thought about what topic to cover I realized it’s been 10 years
since my bus has been restored. It’s the first restoration project I have done and I am amazed how it’s still maintained its
appearance. Except for occasional road debris or some UFO
flying off a truck I’m following, I’ve been fortunate not to
have any major dings or dents. Even my three kids wheeling
bikes and kid things in and out of my garage over the years
there’s been no “mystery” scratches no one will admit to.
When I started the project and got the blessing of my
wife, Mary, I also got a lot of advice from seasoned veterans.
Mark Garrett, Mike Young, Bill Duvall, and many others I
can’t recall at the moment. The one thing that was always
consistent with what they told me was put together a budget.
Check the budget in thorough detail, and when you know you
can do it for the amount, double it. That was the best advice
of all. Believe me the expression rust never sleeps is the
gospel when restoring a vintage VW. Rust will hide in every
nook, cranny and not seen to the eye cavity. Just when you
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Interior refurbishing
Complete packages available
All makes & daily drivers also
Call or E-mail for estimate
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Complete Mechanical & Colision Repair
Specializing In VW & Audi
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Mail In Membership Form
To join the COVVC, fill out this form and mail it to: COVVC, 655B
Providence, Columbus, OH 43214. Include a check or money order made out
to the COVVC. Club membership is $15 per year.
Name________________________________________________________
Address______________________________________________________
City__________________________ State______ Zip__________________
Phone____________________ E-Mail ____________________________
Vehicles owned________________________________________________
Club Officers & Media Staff For 2010
Board Of Directors
Brenda Agan
[email protected]
Mark Garrett
[email protected]
Stark Hughes
[email protected]
Tom Kern
[email protected]
Todd Sichel
[email protected]
Pete Knoll
[email protected]
Pete Knoll,Jr
Mike Roecker
[email protected]
Mike Williams
[email protected]
RichBerkheimer
[email protected]
Ann Gillman
[email protected]
SecretarywTina Gibson
[email protected]
TreasurerwBob Albright
[email protected]
MembershipwLinda C. Brown [email protected]
HistorianwMarilyn Allen
[email protected]
Tech AdvisorwColumbus Area Carl Dewhurst
Tech AdvisorwMarion Area Bill Huntsman
Tech AdvisorwCircleville Area Jim Meyer
Zundfolge EditorwMark Garrett [email protected]
Web EditorwAnn Gillman
[email protected]
Factory Information
To obtain factory information on your pre 1955 VW,
send your serial number to:
VW Brezelffenstervereinigung e.V.,
Ernst Reter Hagen, Amselweg 4, D3073 Liebenau, Germany
Rust Repair & Custom Metal Fabrication
Nationally Featured Award Winning
Restorations
For post 1955 VWs, send your serial number to :
Customer Assistance, VolkswagenAG
Postfach, 3180 Wolfsburg1, Germany
Custom Paint & Color Match
Custom Body Modifications & Body Kits
Full & Partial Restorations
Insurance Work Welcome
All Work Is 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
References Available
20 Years Experience
See Us on The Web at http://www.motorkars.com
Free tech help & Estimates
740-698-6774
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740-389-3187
740-474-4410
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Zundfolge
is published monthly by the Central Ohio Vintage Club. Members are welcome to submit articles and photos for the newsletter. Classified and wanted
ads are free to members. Ads will run for three months. Mail Zundfolge submissions to Mark Garrett, 1294 Frisbee Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43224, or email to [email protected]. Deadline for submissions is the 15th of
each month.
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nibalizing itself, RUST! At one time during the restoration I
had a 67 donor bus sitting next to my current 66 bus in my
garage.
Most of my neighbors view me as a person who marches to the beat of a different drummer but when my garage
door was up and both busses could be seen they started getting nervous. After I got all I could from the donor bus I
called Al Moore and I told him,” If you want what’s left, it’s
yours”. Al gladly took me up on the offer and transported the
carcass to the friendly confines of Fairfield County.
Restoration is similar to a treasure hunt. The search for
the elusive part is the utmost challenge. I could write for days
about all the interesting characters and people I made contact
with finding and negotiating for parts. Just when you think
the needed part doesn’t exist you’ll get an email saying.” I’ve
got one in my barn, basement, shed, or whatever”
The most important part of restoration in my opinion is
the paint and body work. It’s a combination of skill, knowledge, experience and art all blended together to put the finishing touch on a project. That’s the area that separates the
novice from the knowhow. When my bus got to that point I
took it to Craig Cline in beautiful Athens County. My good
friend, car junkie and one of the club founders Dave
Sheppard jumped at the opportunity to tow my bus to Craig’s
place. Craig’s place is “out there.” We passed his driveway 3
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to be. When we pulled into the drive we were greeted by a
very large and thankfully friendly dog. Noticing several
VW’s in various stages of restoration we then knew we were
at the right place. We left it and when we went back it looked
like it just rolled off the Westphalia line in 1966.
In ending this month I have invited Craig to make the
trip up from Athens Co. to answer questions and give us
some insight on what it takes to restore a vintage VW. If
you’re contemplating a restoration project this will be a good
meeting to attend.
So get your vintage VW’s out of hibernation and bring
your restoration questions. Hope to see you next meeting.
Minutes Of The COVVC Monthly Meeting
April 8, 2010 by Tina Gibson, Secretary.
OFFICERS: Mike Williams, Tina, Marilyn, Linda
Tech Advisers: Bill Huntsman, Jim Meyer
Members/Guests: 33
The meeting was opened at 8:00 PM by Mike in Charge
who welcomed everyone for coming to the 20th Anniversary
meeting. A Get Well card is being circulated for Helen
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Albright who broke her arm playing tennis. Thanks Marilyn
for getting the anniversary cake.
New members: Rick Queen, has his original 64 Beetle
Officers reports:
Historian – Marilyn said she has name tags for sale.
Will be putting the VW pins in our show bags. The Volunteer
book is being circulated. If you have any ideas, put that in
the book also. The Scouts will be doing the parking again
this year. How about the bike riding also?? Four VW collages are on display at Bill Huntsman garage, Mike Young
Motor Kars, Maenchor and also Hey Hey.
Cruise In – Tina mentioned a few upcoming Cruise Ins
(see report in newsletter)Also said Carl Dewhurst stopped by
Easter to say he is feeling better, getting tired of staying
home.
Treasurer – Mark gave the Treasurer report in absence
of Bob Albright. We have $6176.00.
Membership – Linda reported we now have 109 members which include 20 Cleveland area members. 3 new and
17 renewals.
Mike said we received a thank you card from Sue
Smith’s family. Several members shared their memories of
Sue. Sue was the Club’s first secretary. She will be greatly
missed by all.
Thanks Mark for the newsletter. The May newsletter
folding will be at Ted and Janet Bailey.
T shirt orders are being taken.
April birthdays:
Al Moore, Mark Thompson, Marilyn Allen
Jim Meyer said if you give him a plain white or gray
shirt, he will for free print our
Club Logo on the front leaving
the back plain.
Dougstock 2010, mark
your calendars now!
The dates for this
years events are
Saturday June 19,
2010 and Saturday
August 21, 2010.
Typically folks arrive
to the concert site (all
free BTW!) mid afternoon for a night of
music (Did I mention
1960's the theme of
the day there!? Ha!).
All VW's are welcome
and much appreciated.
Give Bill Lewandowski
a call with any questions, 614-837-5354
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Mike asked if anyone had any trophy design ideas.
Debbie Garrett suggested a logo in the middle of a plate.
Brenda said Tom Kern’s design would be great on a plate.
Any other ideas bring to May meeting.
Mike asked any attending founding members to stand
and be recognized. Those present – Ted Chaney, Mark
Garrett, Tom Kern, Stark Hughes, Bill Duvall.
Marilyn had an ad for a new 2011 VW that will be for
sale for $600.
50/50 - $61.50.
Life In The 'Past' Lane
by Marilyn Allen
Continued from April,2010
COVVC members found time between the Arthritis
Show and the 10th Annual Show to picnic at Betty Garrett's
home in Dresden, Ohio. People attending were asked to
bring a covered dish, ice, and a lawn chair. The Kids in
Kamp group was also invited. Mark Garrett led the carcaravan to Dresden. It was a fun day of activities, good food,
good friends, and a chance to see Longaberger baskets.
The August meeting was held at the show site on
Thursday, August 10 for last minute instructions. It was necessary for some people to work at the show site on Friday to
make sure that the site was ready for the show. The night
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In Memoriam
Judy Diley
We are saddened to report that Judy Diley passed away on
April 14. As longtime club members, Judy, and husband
Tom were tireless in their contributions to the COVVC,
and Volksfest in particular. They were also instrumental in
helping vintage VWs gain acceptance with the local cruise
in community. Avid camping enthusiast, they were always
ready for the next big excursion. Our thoughts and prayers go
out to Tom, and Judy’s family during this most difficult
time. Godspeed Judy.
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LET’S GO CRUISIN!
by Tina Gibson, Secretary
Isn’t this beautiful Cruise In weather! I hope everyone is
taking advantage of the nice weather before the heat moves
in. If you don’t see anything you are interested in, call the
Hot Lines 614-491-4914, 614-274-6008 or 614-279-4122.
Or ohiocarclubs.com, wnko.com,torinogt.com
A few up coming events:
May 2 – Dixie car show, Mt Vernon reg 9-1
May2 – Tumbleweed on E Broad St, Cols reg 11-2
May 8 – Wayne Homes, Hebron Rt 37 & 40 - show 12-5
May 9 – Bob Evans, 3800 S High St, Cols reg 11-1:30
May 16 – Pep Boys S Hamilton Rd, Cols reg 11-2
May 16 – Home Depot, Brice Rd reg 11-2
May 30 – Utica Olde Mill Show reg 9-1
May 31 – Air cooled get
together at Motor Kars 10-4
June 5-6 – Funfest at Mid
America Auto Works
These are just a few of the car
events. I listed ones I may get
to. For more info, call me at
614-829-0332 or e mail
[email protected].
Good Cruisin everyone.
Let’s Talk Toys!
by Michael Williams
Welcome back everyone!! The toy I’m sharing with each of you this
month is actually a replica of a very famous VW drag car which terrorized the
California strips in the early 1970’s. This car was known as the EMPI Inch
Pincher Too driven by Darrell Vittone. Because of the
EMPI logo on the side of the car, the popularity of this
toy gathered speed like the actual car itself when it hit
store shelves in the 1970’s.
The example pictured is known as the “EMPI Love
Bug” among collectors and was manufactured by the
Taiyo Toy Company of Japan during the mid to late
1970s. This battery operated tinplate and plastic car is
10.6 inches long with raised Goodyear lettering blackwall racing tires. When the toy is switched on, multicolored lights blink in the rear window as the car begins to
move in a “mystery” bump and go pattern. This toy has
always been one of my favorites and always seems to
draw the attention of visitors when looking through my
VW toy collection.
Up coming major events
May 21-23 Import Kit
Nationals at Carlisle, Pa
May 31 – Air cooled event
at Motor Kars
July 10-11- Jim’s Custom
car show, Columbiana, Oh
July 17 – Cleveland
Metroparks BrookStock –
Brookside
Reservation,
Cleveland
August 14 – OUR SHOW
Sept 24-26 Octoberfest,
Ohio Expo Center
June 5-6 – Funfest at Mid
America Autoworks
Chuck Simpson
provides us with yet
another wonderful
period piece, this
time from the May,
1961 Mechanix
Illustrated magazine. Automotive
writer Tom
McCahill road test
the “new” ‘61
Beetle! The second
installation will be
next months issue.
Thanks Chuck!
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This toy is fairly rare and is sought after by EMPI and
VW toy collectors alike. Being an EMPI collectible, the
toy continues to increase in value each year as demand outpaces supply. The value of the toy in good condition with no
box is around $75 to $100, with a boxed mint example coming in around $400 - $500. It’s not uncommon to see this toy
sell well above these figures when collectors get into a bidding war over the same car.
Until next month… Happy Toy Hunting !!
before the show found many people camping at the show site.
Some of the members found time to attend the very popular
pre-show party at Ted's and Sue's.
Saturday, August 11th, was a perfect weather day for a
show. Our show was covered by the 2 magazines--Hot Vw
and VW Trends. Everyone agreed that this was the best show
ever. 274 cars were registered. People commented that there
were many other vw's in the parking lot that should have
been in the show. The fantastic show resulted in a fantastic
$900.000 for the 50/50 drawing. The winner was Mary
Hughes. Thanks to Stark Hughes and Mike Young, the swap
meet was a very busy and popular spot to be on show day.
Another popular spot was the dunk tank provided by Mile
Young and Motorkars. People were standing in line to try to
dunk some of our members. The activity raised $325 for Kids
'n Kamp.
Volunteers wore bright shirts provided by Byers. Byers
also provided a display of vehicles and merchandise.
Thanks to some very dedicated volunteers, the winners were
announced at 3:30. The winners for the 2000 show were .....
To be continued ...........
SHOWTIME IS VOLUNTEER TIME
by Marilyn Allen
Another Zits, this time depicting the perils of Vintage Bus ownership!
Thanks to all of you who
signed up at the April meeting to be a show volunteer.
The book will be available at
the May meeting.
We hope everyone can
volunteer for a two hour shift.
If we each volunteer for 2
hours, everyone will also be
able to enjoy the show.
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VOLTAGE DROP TESTING
by Bruce Amacker
I put three starters in, and my car still cranks slow. Does
my car have VD (voltage drop)?
It’s too often that you will change a starter that
cranks slow before testing things to make sure the problem is the starter. There’s an easy test for available electricity to a component and it’s called a Voltage Drop Test.
You may know how to test the battery voltage and many
have the ability to properly load test the battery, but some
fail to understand a simple test to verify that sufficient
power is getting to the starter. Battery cables are the
obvious weak link and that pesky ground strap that is
usually under the transmission on VW’s.
The voltage drop test is quite simple- verifying that
there is sufficient power getting to the starter under load.
Under load is the key phrase here- we can all check for
voltage at the starter, but making sure it doesn’t drop off
under load is where many tests fall short. This test takes
only seconds using the simplest of voltmeters. Set your
digital volt meter on DC volts. Hook the red lead of your
meter to the battery positive post and the black lead of
your meter to the starter stud, not the cable end. Having
long alligator clip leads on your meter will come in
handy here. Disable your ignition by disconnecting the
coil lead to prevent the engine from starting during the
test. Have your assistant crank the engine 5-7 seconds
while you watch the meter, it should not read higher than
.5VDC, and most should read .2VDC or less. If it does
exceed .5V it indicates high resistance in the circuit, like
a bad or corroded battery cable. I’ve seen cables that
looked perfect visually and would not pass enough
amperage to light a headlight! Repeat the test on the
ground side of the system by connecting to the ground
post of the battery and the case of the starter, once again
it should read well below .5VDC while cranking. On the
ground side your problem could be not only the battery
ground strap, but also the ground strap under the transmission. I’ve even seen corroded starter mounting flanges be the
problem, where the starter is bolted tight to the transmission
case, but not grounded!
This test is important not only to diagnose the slow
cranking problem, but also to prove to the parts store counterman that you really do understand electricity and all three of
those starters he sold you really were defective. Sidebar: If
the nose bushing on the regular SR15X starter is worn, it can
cause excessive amp draw because the starter shaft will bind.
Be sure to inspect or replace the bushing whenever the starter
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or engine is out. If you are using the “autostick” style starter,
this does not apply.
This test can be applied to virtually every electrical component or circuit on any car- starter, alternator, generator,
wiper motor, headlights, taillights, radio, etc. in the same
manner- one DVOM lead on the power source and one lead
on the power terminal into the component. Do you have one
dim headlight bulb? Instead of disassembling everything in
the system, diagnose the circuit by doing a VD test on the
power side of the headlight, and then the ground side of the
headlight. Common problems in this circuit may be a loose
or corroded fuse, or a corroded ground wire. Many times
these components will look fine visually, which is why it’s
important to test them electrically.
Have fun, good luck, and keep driving those classic
VW’s!
Linda and I really appreciate your willingness to volunteer. See the book at the May meeting.
Maennerchor folks really appreciate our presence. The time
has not been determined. The time will be announced at the
May meeting. If you can not attend the May meeting, please
call 299-4841.
MAIFEST ON MAY 22ND
by Marilyn Allen
The Maennerchor 's annual Maifest is on May 22nd. We
would like to have a display of our cars for this event. The
UPCOMING EVENT!
Editors Note: Beginning with this issue, we will be featuring a monthly Tech Article,
by new COVVC North member Bruce Amacker. Armed with a wealth of expertise,
Bruce will cover many of the basic functions of the automobile. So sit back and get
your learning cap on! Thanks Bruce!
MOTORKARS MEMORIAL DAY
CAR SHOW
-Monday May 31st from 10:00 to 4:00@ Motorkars Inc.
1020 King Avenue Columbus Ohio 43212
-Come and join us in kicking off the Summer car show season
and also celebrate the long awaited completion of the Motorkars
1971 VW single cab truck.
-Come decked out in your best 60’s & 70’s garb for a chance to
win the “best dressed” award! Google “Wavy Gravy” if you need
some ideas.
-Compete with other friends to see if you can win the prize by
identifying all of the VW parts used to build “Otto” the Motorkars
mascot!
-Bring the kids to help paint/decorate the 1978 recycle Bus!
-Enjoy an afternoon screening of the early 60’s vintage Porsche
documentary “Made by Hand” in living color!
-Motorkars will provide burgers, brats and beverages for you to
enjoy while relaxing in the unique “Bus Garden”! Bring your own
grill item if you choose and a lawn chair.
-Best of show award presented at 3:00
-Air cooled vehicles only please!
-Please RSVP by 5:00 PM Friday May 28th, 2010 by calling
614-297-1811 or email to [email protected]
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