ascc newsletter # 145 november 2015

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AUSTRALIAN SPORTING CAR CLUB INC
Est 1930
NEWSLETTER
NOVEMBER 2015
ISSUE
# 145
CLUB MEMBERS ENJOYING HAPPY HOUR AFTER A DAY EXPLORING
ON THE ANUAL SPRING TOUR
It's the cars that bring us together, but the cars owners that "keep" us together! "FT"
Est 1930
PO Box 1937 ORANGE NSW 2800
AUSTRALIA
Email: [email protected]
CLUB DIRECTORY 2015
PRESIDENT: Charles Stammers
 6365 1351
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SECRETARY: Chris Olson
 6331. 5757
VICE PRESIDENT: John Donohoe
 6362 3911
TREASURER: Alan Mitchell
 6362. 8998
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Paul Hingston  6193 6643
PUBLIC OFFICER: C. Stammers
 6365 1351 & A Mitchell  6362 8998 ( joint custodians.)
LIBRARIAN: P Skulander
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CONDITIONAL PLATE REGISTRAR: R. Gardoll  6362 8437
REGALIA OFFICER:
S Blowes
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EVENT
CO-ORDINATORS
Peter Harper
Mick Buckler
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NEWSLETTER EDITOR: P Moras
REGIONAL LIAISON OFFICERS:
BATHURST: Peter Harper 6334 2554:
DUBBO: Jim Mather 6884 6316 & Barry Young. 02 58060131:
MUDGEE: vacant
Parkes: vacant
Trangie: Vacant
Young: Vacant
ACT: Geoff Barrett: 6241 1844
Cowra: Vacant.
Lithgow: Rod Rossi.
6351 4044:
Oberon: Ken Wilcox.
6336 1616
Sydney: Bob Dabbs
9774 3100
Wellington: Vacant
Grenfell: Justyn Armstrong. 6343 1283
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
While there have been a number of days of near record temperatures for this time of the year, and some of
the lowest Spring rainfalls, the few showers of rain we have received has kept the countryside still lush and
green. What could be more pleasant and invigorating than a drive through the countryside and lush green
fields on a lovely warm sunny day in an open sports car. As the Canola has now advanced to the seeding
stage, we no longer have those contrasting fields of yellow.
October has been an event filled month; firstly we started with the mid-week outing to the Woodstock Hotel for lunch.
Unfortunately I was unable to make that outing, but from reports I have received, it went well, and maybe there will be a report
in this Newsletter.
The next event on Saturday, 17 October was the outing to the Mayfield Gardens. This was an enjoyable day, with a further
report is elsewhere in the Newsletter. This was followed the next day by the Management Committee Meeting in Bathurst, and
in his usual efficient manner, Secretary Chris will have the details in the Newsletter also.
On Sunday, 25 October the eagerly awaited Spring Tour departed from Bathurst on a sunny pleasant morning for the start of
the drive down the South Coast. The next 5 days were spent visiting various areas along the coast as far south as Mallacoota,
before arriving back to our respective homes on Friday, 30th October. The Tour was again voted very successful by those
attending, with a full report also elsewhere in the Newsletter. I would be remiss if I did not extend our thanks and appreciation
to Peter and Diann Harper for the time and effort they put into the detailed planning and organisation of this event.
For November we have more events to look forward to, firstly the first week will be taken up with Triumph Sports Owners
Association National Rally in Bathurst. I would imagine ASCC members owing this marque and derivatives will be in
attendance, so hopefully we will be able to read the details in the December Newsletter.
This will be followed by the Mid-Week Outing to Hampton for lunch in the Half Way House. Bathurst members who have
recently dined at the Half Way House advise it is well advanced with restorations and the meals are delicious and leave
nothing to be desired.
The month then concludes on Friday, 20th November with a Twilight Dinner Run. At the time of writing, the details are not
available, but I imagine Mick will reveal all in this Newsletter.
There are a couple of outings in December, concluding with the John Arter Memorial Christmas Party at the Abercrombie
Caves on Sunday, 13th.
The Historic Registration Logbook scheme is finally in existence for a two year trial period by the RMS, being introduced on 1st
October. The ASCC has notified the RMS that we wish to be involved in the scheme, and there are at least two members that
I am aware of that have transferred over, advising that this was carried out with ease. To ensure the system is not abused by
those who just want to be involved in the scheme to use their cars for the 60 days only, the Club will be enforcing some
restrictions. Richard will have more details and as the Historic Plates Register, I will leave the explanations to him.
On the welfare side, we are very saddened to hear of the passing of Shirley Buckler’s mother. To Mick and Shirley, please
accept our deepest sympathy and condolences at this sad time. John Donohoe has also not enjoying the best of health;
however a change in medication has afforded him some relief. I understand Merran, wife of Secretary Chris, has also not
been that well. I have not been made aware of any others, but to those who are unwell, and John and Merran, the thoughts
and best wishes of all of us are with you at this time.
Until next month, happy and safe motoring
Charles Stammers
SHIRLEY AND MICK BUCKLER WOULD LIKE TO
TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK MEMBERS
FOR THEIR KIND WISHES AND SUPPORT
FOLLOWING THE PASSING OF SHIRLEYS MOTHER
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DATES FOR FUTURE ACTIVITIES
November, Thursday 12th – Midweek meander for lunch at the Halfway House, Hampton (Contact is Peter
Harper)
The Half-Way House is under new management and has been extensively renovated in recent times. From all reports, the
food is now excellent. Orange members should leave Cook Park at 8.30am and meet the Bathurst people at the Kelso Hockey
Fields layby at 9.30am. From here we will drive to O’Connell for a BYO morning tea at the rest area by the Fish River.
After morning tea we will continue on to Hampton via Tarana and Sodwalls
After lunch we will return through Oberon.
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FOR CATERING PURPOSES, PLEASE ADVISE ME OF YOUR INTENTION TO COME ALONG ON THIS RUN.
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November, Friday 20TH - A TWYLIGHT RUN
(Contact is Mick Buckler)
It is suggested that members meet at the junction of the Mitchell hwy and the Millthorpe road at East Guyong road at 5.30 pm
then for a short run around the district before arriving at the Neville Hotel for dinner.
FOR CATERING PURPOSES, PLEASE ADVISE ME OF YOUR INTENTION TO COME ALONG ON THIS RUN
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December, Sat/Sun 5th & 6th – Young Cherry Festival
This could be made into an overnight trip but Mick must have nominations if he is to arrange accommodation.
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December, Sunday 6th - Terribly British Day at Canberra
This has been an overnight trip in the past expressions of interest please
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December, Thursday 10th – Millthorpe Museum.
(Contact is Peter Harper)
This will be the event initially planned for October mid week run. Details next month.
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December, Sunday 13th - Annual Christmas Party at Abercrombie Caves.
It is suggested that members from the Orange area leave Cook Park and the eastern members leave the Bathurst
Visitors Information Centre at 8.45 am with all and any other members to meet at the Total Tennis Complex at the
southern end of the main street in Blayney at 9.30 for BYO morning tea, and then drive via Hobby’s Yards to
Abercrombie Caves. Roy is requested to come in fancy dress.
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January 2016, Tuesday 26th – Australia Day at Carcoar
We have been invited to attend the Carcoar celebrations and have been promised a spot down by the river; this is a great day
out so why not join us? Be there before 9-30 when the street closes
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March 2016 (PROPOSED) ASCC Tour of Tasmania
After some confusion and a slow start for nominations the tour to Tasmania is going ahead.
The tour will depart the Orange Bathurst area on Wednesday 9th March and return 23rd March. There are a couple of spots
available so contact me ASAP if you would like to join us as bookings must be finalised .If you have not received an email
from me confirming your booking you are not on the list .
If you have any inquiries regarding the event please don’t hesitate to give me a call Mick 02636566118 or 0418869833.
PLEASE NOTE:
All ASCC Club activities and other activities of interest organised by other clubs, are shown on an ASCC Letterhead schedule
within this Newsletter. That page should be carried in vehicles on Conditional Registration Plates as proof of an approved
activity for the purposes of their plates use, should they be stopped by the Authorities.
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REPORTING ON RECENT ACTIVITIES
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September, Sunday 27th – Wellington Caves or somewhere west
(Report by Sharyn Aiken)
“Somewhere West”? Sounded mysterious! Actually every trip is a mystery to me – Rebecca, The Car, and I
usually just follow the leader as all the trips Mick and Peter take us on are an absolute joy. And certainly this trip
was no different.
We had a great and happy crowd of people with cars meet at Cook Park on such a delightfully warm day. With
hoods down and tails up … off we drove on the Mystery Tour, following our leaders Mick and Shirley.
I have no idea what route we took, but it was gorgeous. The Australian colours of green and gold proudly
presented over every hill with the harvests of greens and canola. What beautiful countryside!
Then we arrived in the pretty town of Yeovil; I had to do a dash to find a loo, later followed by a few others. Then
we all comfortably settled down in a very nice park under welcomed shade for a coffee and a yarn, and of course
the usual feast of goodies the ladies put together.
Off again, I heard rumblings about Wellington. And Wellington it was, but not the usual stopping place. We
arrived at the Wellington Caves, which turns out to be a lot more than Caves. In fact, I would really look forward to
an overnight stay at another time. The barbeque area where Mick led us was super, private, undercover,
barbeques that worked, with cars proudly parked in the same area, showing off their beauty.
It was great to have lunch with the western plains members, including Wellington, Dubbo, along with us
Tablelanders. Lots of chatter around the barbeque … some fine sausages and steaks … some wisdom shared for
life today along with laughter … it seemed so soon it was time to depart. We were reminded by our Wellington
members to look forward to the Wellington festivities next year (maybe a stayover at the Caves?).
Rebecca and I did the long trip home and stopped over at one of my favourite places Mumbil before heading home
to Orange.
Thanks Mick, you’ve done it again! Great day … Thank you.
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October, Saturday 17TH - Mayfield Gardens in the spring
(Report by Charles Stammers)
On a pleasant Spring morning, a contingent of Orange members travelled to Bathurst to meet with the Bathurst contingent in
Bathurst, and following the usual greetings and banter, 13 cars and 24 people departed
through the maze of road works on the Great Western Highway to the Oberon Road,
proceeding through O’Connell and into the Mayfield Road to the Gardens. By the time
we arrived, it was near lunch time, so before proceeding into the Gardens, the on-site
café was well patronised. After lunch, the various groups set out along the walking trails
located throughout the gardens to view the magnificent structures and water features.
By the time we had seen what we wanted to see, it was time to return to café for an
afternoon coffee or refreshments. By this time the afternoon was getting on as everyone
left to return to their respective homes. All in all, a great afternoon, and while most of us
were return visitors, we were still overawed by the amount of work carried out and their
magnificence.
Anyone who has not been to the Mayfield Gardens, it is difficult to visualize the
excellence and size of the gardens (160 acres), which are reputed to be the world’s
largest cool climate privately owned garden.
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ASCC MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING SUMMARY OF DECISIONS
OCTOBER, SUNDAY 20TH
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Charles Stammers reported that from his observations, the club seemed to be cruising along very well. There have been
a variety of activities to many varied and interesting locations that have been well attended by members and partners.
Chris Olson confirmed with the committee the date of the 2016 ASCC Annual General Meeting. All ASCC members are
notified that this meeting will be held on Sunday January 16th 2016 at 10.00am. The venue will again be The Orange
Ex-Services Country Club, Forest Road, Orange and all ASCC members attending are invited to join the Management
Committee after the AGM for a complimentary lunch.
Paul Hingston reported that recently we have had an influx of new members and inquiries for membership. He has
processed nine new memberships since our last meeting and he still has three outstanding enquiries from enthusiasts at
the moment so perhaps we have not yet reached our total for the year. We may even reach our best year, 2012, where
we had 174 members. At the moment the tally sits at 172 for 2015.
Richard Gardoll reported that the new RMS Log book system is now in place. He will need to hear from all members who
choose to begin using the new log book system soon after they do so for his records.
Peter Moras reported that the deadline for members wishing to make contributions to the next newsletter is 28th October.
Peter Harper reported that the popularity of mid-week runs was continuing with in excess of twenty cars turning up for the
recent outing to Lithgow.
In Mick Buckler’s absence it was reported that the run to Wellington Caves had gone well with members from both
Dubbo and Wellington attending and eleven cars had attended an enjoyable day out to Mayfield Gardens.
Stewart Blowes reported that the recent upsurge in memberships had kept him busy with supplying name badges and
regalia to the new members.
Peter Skulander reported he continues using magazines we receive to source articles and again requested members to
consider contributing articles to the newsletter on their vehicle restorations.
The next meeting of the ASCC Management Committee will be held after the ASCC AGM at the Orange Ex-Services
Country Club, at 10.00am on Sunday, January 16, 2016.
(Chris Olson Secretary
October 25th to 30th Sunday/Friday -The 2015 annual Spring Tour.
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DAY 1: On a very pleasant Spring Sunday morning, 4 cars from Orange, and Barry and Gloria Young from Dubbo met up in Bathurst with
six from that area, for the commencement of the annual Spring Tour, again organised by Peter and Diann Harper. After being issued with
our route instructions, we departed on the first leg via Oberon to Taralga for a picnic lunch in the park. After lunch and amid much
excitement of the week ahead, it was off to Goulburn to meet up with the Sydney ASCC and MG Car Club and ASCC members at the
Railway Station. After the usual greetings and pleasantries we departed for the village of Bungonia, where we made a short detour into the
spectacular Bungonia Gorge. After spending some time viewing the Gorge from the lookouts, it was time to return and re-join the road at
Bungonia, and continue our journey to the village of Nerriga, and a welcome break for refreshments at the hotel before continuing on to
Nowra, then along the Princes Highway for our first nights’ accommodation at the Surfbeach Motel in Mollymook. After settling in and
refreshing ourselves, while some detailed their cars, it was only a short walk to the Mollymook Bowling Club for dinner. After a long day on
the road, soon after the dinner everyone returned to the hotel to turn in for an early night in anticipation of the next day’s travel.
DAY 2: With a forecast of impending rain, Monday morning dawned clear and bright with the prospect of a nice day. After a leisurely
breakfast, and excitement of the impending day ahead, there was much anticipation as the 9.00 AM departure time arrived and we
commenced the journey to our first stop at Bateman’s Bay for a leisurely coffee break and wander around the shops, with the women folk
indulging in some retail therapy, and the menfolk lamenting on where they were going to store the purchases. From Bateman’s Bay we
continued the journey through all those beautiful townships and villages along the Princes Highway, eventually reaching our
accommodation at the Sapphire Waters Motor Inn in Merimbula. This was to be our home for the next three nights. It was here that we
were joined by Sydney members, Don Young and Sandy Collins, who were returning from attending Motorclassica in Melbourne. Settling
in to the motel and refreshing after the day on the road, albeit a shorter day than the previous, and not to mention more detailing of cars by
the more fastidious ones, we took a walk to the Sapphire Club for dinner before returning to the motel for another relatively early night.
DAY 3: This morning dawned with an overcast sky and the prospect of rain. Still, this did not deter anyone, and by the 9.00 AM departure
time, we were all lined up in anticipation of the planned journey along the Princes Highway and into Victoria to the township of Geneo,
where we branched off the highway and travelled into the village of Mallacoota. After some time wandering around the village, reputed to
be the most isolated township in Victoria, some members stayed on for lunch, while myself and others returned to Eden for a fish and
chips lunch on the old wharf. Eventually, we all made our way back to Merimbula for some socializing and recounting of the day’s activities.
Other than a light shower, the forecast rain did not eventuate, and it was another enjoyable and relaxing day. The various groups later went
their respective ways to their preferred locations for dinner, again returning to the motel for another early turn-in in preparation for the next
day.
DAY 4: This was designated a free day to do as members wished, and while the majority of the ladies again involved themselves in more
retail therapy, others and menfolk went on a pre-arranged visit to the local airport to view the three Rolls Royce cars belonging to Ian
Baker, a friend from our Hazelton days, and now Lessee of the airport. Ian by his own admission knew very little about Rolls Royce’s,
procuring his first one in August and another two from that time, so a fairly rapid learning curve. After some time at the airport we
eventually all travelled to the Merimbula Wharf for a delicious lunch, prior to another pre-arranged visit to the Sapphire Coast Historic
Vehicle Club facility on the outskirts of Pambula. The Club has around 200 members and 100 cars, with the majority under cover in two
massive sheds on the expansive site, and a further fully equipped workshop, lounge and dining areas, and facilities that would be the envy
of the majority of clubs. The facilities are available to any member at any time, and each has access to a wealth of knowledge from some
very qualified members. This was demonstrated to Peter Moras very soon after we arrived, when he mentioned he was having a few little
niggles with the overdrive unit on the MG. One of their members had an intimate knowledge of the system, and in no time the car was on
the hoist and troubleshooting started. After some time wandering around the facilities, the Club treated us to a nice afternoon tea. After our
farewells, it was time to return to Merimbula, with a number of members pulling into the various oyster sales outlets to stock up for the
happy hour. Again the various groups dispersed to their favourite eateries before adjourning to another early tucking in.
Day 5: Another bright and clear morning, and after breakfast, packing the cars, and checking out of the motel, the 9.00 AM departure time
arrived with everyone keen to get on the road to our next overnight stop in Bungendore. First stop (for some) was the lookout at the top of
the Brown Mountain. I say some, because others were following a caravan up the mountain, which was courteous enough to pull over let
them pass, but unfortunately blocked the parking at the lookout. We then pushed on for a regroup and morning tea in the picnic area in
Nimmitabel. Following more socializing, we moved on to Cooma for a planned lunch stop, but as it was still a little early, we ventured on to
Bredbo for lunch at the local pie shop. Bredbo is the location of the Christmas Barn, which is a large shop with the greatest array of
Christmas articles one could ever find, and a few of the ladies were noticed coming out with shopping bags under their arms. By now it
was time for the final journey to the outskirts of Canberra, then to Queanbeyan and on to our final stop for the day in Bungendore. After
settling into the motel, most went for a wander around the town and to stock up for the happy hour in the beautiful grounds of the motel.
During the happy hour, Peter and Diann were presented with a thank you card with appreciation messages from each party in the group,
followed by a well deserved round of applause. We then all adjourned to the Lake George Hotel Bistro for our final evening together before
returning to the motel in preparation for our final day.
DAY 6: On another glorious morning, we assembled for the final day on the road. First stop was to be Gunning for morning tea. It must be
said that some on this leg apparently did not read their route instructions clearly, including yours truly, but after a tour around the
countryside, all except Roy and Sheila and Kevin and Annette, came together again in Gunning. After socializing and some time and
wandering around the town, it was time to bid our farewells to our Sydney members. The Central West contingent then ventured on to
Woodstock via Crookwell, where we were again caught up with Roy, Sheila, Kevin, and Annette, for a lunch at the Woodstock Hotel. After
lunch we all said our farewells before returning our separate ways home, concluding a great week.
The Spring Tour was deemed another outstanding success, with everything running like clockwork, no doubt due to the meticulous
planning by Peter and Diann, and our sincere thanks must go to this couple for a very enjoyable and action packed but relaxing week.
Spring tour photos
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ASCC’S PARTICIPATION IN THE BATHURST 1000 DRIVERS PARADE
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MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY REPORT
Paul Hingston
This month, we sincerely welcome into the Club: Grahame Tyack of Orange with his collection of three Ford
Capri’s; Colin and Marylin Schwenke of Huntley (Orange) with their collection of classics including a Porsche,
Mustang and a Mazda RX7, and John and Debbie Eade of Orange with their Mercedes 500SL
We look forward to catching up soon with all these new members and sharing their company on one of our many
outings organised by our hard-working Event Organisers, Mick Buckler or Peter Harper.
By my count that makes twelve Ford Capri’s owned by ASCC members. Mereceded must be catching up!
You would expect that at this time of the year it would be rather quiet in the membership department. Certainly
renewals are well and truly over. However, recently we have had an influx of new members and inquiries for
membership. I have process eleven new members in recent months.
I still have two outstanding inquiries from enthusiasts at the moment. So perhaps we have not yet reached our total
for the year. We look like surpassing our best year of 2012 where we had 174 members, post-incorporation. At the
moment we have equalled the number with 174 members for 2015. We are certainly in a healthy position as a club.
With all the administration of new memberships, it is certainly testing the remote operations of my role and its
interaction with the Treasurer and other Committee members. Except for a couple of minor hiccups recently, it all
seems to be working ok from this end and the Committee still sees the remote role as viable.
I suspect that our Treasurer would agree that the direct debit system for payment of membership fees is now
popular, with most new membership using this system for payment.
Don’t forget to let me know ([email protected]) if any of your personal details have changed, eg address,
mobile or email. I know some members who have moved and I still don’t have their new particulars. It can be
difficult contacting members or issuing electronic newsletters if we are not updated.
Don’t forget, our newsletters, along with the Club Constitution and For Sale items are listed in our Club location with
Shannons. Check it out at
http://www.shannons.com.au/club/carclubs/australian-sporting-car-club-inc/
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Shannons are great supporters of the Classic Car fraternity through the Shannon’s Eastern Creek Classic Car Show and involvement with
Historic Car Racing. This support is most appreciated by this Club. It certainly helps to spread the development and the enjoyment of our
classic sporting car fraternity in the Central Western area of New South Wales.
For all your insurance needs - support the company that supports us. So if you have any insurance needs for your classic car, your house
or its contents, contact Harold Upston Regional Development Officer on 0432 758 169 / Email [email protected] or give Shannons
a call 134646 and get an obligation free quote from them.
The comments, views and opinions expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of the club
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Mobile 0417 437 223
Email [email protected]
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ASCC LIBRARY INFORMATION UPDATE
Peter Skulander, Librarian
WILD ROVERS – THREE V8 POWERED DROPHEADS, Classic &Sports Cars Oct 2000
There is nothing quite like the rumble of a V8 engine. The light all alloy Buick based engine became the engine
chosen by three sports car manufacturers. We compare the Morgan Pus 8, TVR 350i and the Triumph TR8 that
share the Rover 3.528 litre DOHC V8. The Rover engine has proved reliable and robust over time.
1983 Morgan Pus 8 Convertible: The cabin is rather cramped, however it is beautifully finished and corners flat and fast.
It has a nice retro, classy distinguished profile, giving it top points for looks out of this trio. The clutch is heavy and the brake
pedal needs plenty of pressure as there isn’t any servo for boost. The large thin steering wheel sits almost vertical against
your legs. The slightest bump in the road causes it to hop and skip around. This is a car that keeps the driver busy and needs
to be driven with authority.
Before buying check the chassis for rust and cracks and sill timber for rot below the doors. These items are very costly to
repair
1984 TVR 350i Convertible: The cabin is nicely laid out, with plenty of room. The 350i is fast in a straight line and cross
country, but falls short of being a complete sports car. The steering is a little vague and not so accurate. More alarming are the
brakes, which don’t match the cars performance. There is a good deal of oversteer that can be corrected if you’re ready with
the accelerator pedal. It takes a while to get used to this beast.
Before buying check the chassis and outriggers for rust. The body can develop stress cracks around the screen pillars, bonnet
hinges and headlamp surrounds. Excess rear camber indicates worn bushes. Electrics are notoriously troublesome.
1979 TR8 Convertible: The TR8 was for export mainly to the USA and Canada. Nice roomy cabin, however the seats don’t
offer much support. Engine bay is roomy. The TR handles well once you get used to the oversteer. Some TR7 conversions
exist in Australia using the Leyland P76 V8. The TR8 is the pick of this trio.
Before buying check the front sills, front guards, rear arches, door bottoms, foot wells and chassis, for rust. A whine in the
back indicates axle problems. Front suspension bushings have a short life that cause excessive tyre wear. Be extra careful if
buying the TR7 conversion.
Max HP
Max Torque lbs ft
0 – 60 mph secs
Top Speed mph
Brakes
Price when new
Numbers Produced
Morgan Plus 8
155 @ 5000rpm
198 @ 2750 rpm
6.5
124
Discs F, Drum R
£10,496 (1983)
5400 (1968 – 83)
TVR 350i
190 @ 5280rpm
220 @ 4000 rpm
6
134.4
4 X discs
£14,800 (1984)
897
Triumph TR8
152 @ 4750 rpm
196 @ 2750 rpm
7.4
128
Discs F, Drums R
£5,000 (equivalent)
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THE BEST IRISH JOKE IN A LONG TIME
Paddy had been drinking at his local pub all day and most of the night, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.
Mick, the bartender says, ”You’ll not be drinking anymore tonight, Paddy”
Paddy replies, “OK Mick, I’ll be on my way then”. Paddy spins around on his stool and steps off. He falls flat on his face.
“Damn” he says and pulls himself up by the stool and dusts himself off. He takes a step towards the door and falls flat on his
face, “oh, bloody damn!”
He looks at the doorway and thinks to himself that if he can just get to the door and some fresh air he will be fine.
He belly crawls to the door and shimmies up the door frame, sticks his head outside and takes a deep breath of fresh air, feels
much better and takes a step onto the sidewalk and falls flat on his face.
“’Bi Jesus … I’m in bloody trouble”, he says.
He can see his house just a few doors down, and crawls to the door, hauls himself up the door frame, opens the door and
shimmies inside.
He takes a look up the stairs and says “No bloody way….”.
He crawls up the stairs to his bedroom door and says “I can make it to the bed”. He takes a step into the room and falls flat on
his face. He says “damn it” and falls into bed.
The next morning, his wife, Jess comes into the room carrying a cup of coffee and says, “Get up, Paddy, did you have a bit to
drink last night?”
Paddy says, “I did, Jess, I was bloody pissed, but how did you know?”
“Mick phoned ……. You left your wheelchair at the pub”
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FOR SALE/ WANTED/ HELP DEPARTMENT.
For the interest of the increasing new as well as longer-term members of the Club, it is advised that a free service is available,
through sale of cars and parts, wanted cars and parts, as well as help wanted with any technical advice etc. required.
However, no responsibility will be accepted for the accuracy of such description or condition of cars or parts involved. Any
purchaser must make their own inspection and enquiries regarding condition, miles covered, or suitability for their intended
use. Please advise the Editor of any items you would like to include in this section of the newsletter.
FOR SALE
2 X Capri hardtops.Will fit all models SA,SA11,SC, SE,all variants.(will not fit cars fitted with Capote backs). 1 is
reasonable condition but has a perished side rubber and a smashed back window.The other is a bit rough but has
good rubbers and the back window and rubbers so you could easily make one from the two and have some spares
left over. These make the car a lot more user friendly in winter and look great,.Both are Black so will go with any
colour Capri.They cost me more than the asking price
$250 for the two. Chris Bromley 0428659224 or 02 63659224.cbromley111@optusnet,com.au
FOR SALE
2008 FORD RANGER 4X4
Twin Cab - 125,000 kms
Reg. Sept 2016
Hard top tub cover
$17,000 ONO
Contact: Bono 0428163629
Vehicle located in Bathurst
.
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ASCC ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 2015/16
ASCC Conditional Registration vehicles are approved to attend the activities listed below
Month
Nov 2015
Dec 2015
Jan 2016
Mid-week Events
Weekend Events
Thurs 12th Midweek
Meander to Hampton
Halfway House
20th Twilight Run (TBA)
Thurs 10th Midweek
Meander to Millthorpe
Museum
6th Terribly British Day in
Canberra
Other Event Runs
14th and 15th – Biannual meeting of the PreWar MG Register at Mt Panorama Bathurst
28th-29th HSCRA Historic Spring at Sydney
Motorsport Park
13th ASCC Christmas Party
4th-6th V8 Supercars Sydney 500
5th -6th Young Cherry Festival
26th Australia Day ay Carcoar
16th ASCC AGM in Orange
March 2016
Proposed ASCC Trip to
Tasmania
ASCC CLUB EVENTS
All ASCC Club activities and other activities of interest organised by other clubs, are shown on this ASCC Activities Calendar
that has been included in the newsletter. This page or Permission to Move from the Club Registrar should be carried in vehicles
on Conditional Registration Plates as proof of an approved activity for the purposes of their plates use, should they be stopped
by Police.
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