October / November 2012 Issue 155 - R&S Valiant Car Club (NSW)

October / November 2012 Issue 155

NRMA INSURANCE
Finding the right kind of insurance can be hard, especially when you own a rare and valuable
vehicle that has unique insurance needs.
There are a number of things you should consider when looking for insurance for your special
vehicle.
Make sure the policy has an Agreed Value option. This allows you to include extras such as any work that
has been done to restore or improve its condition, that wouldn’t usually be considered in a standard market
value.
The option of Salvage retention is especially important for owners of veteran, vintage or classic vehicles, as
this feature allows owners to keep the wreck after an accident as a potential to rebuild or a source of parts.
Please review conditions of this carefully as with some insurers there is an extra cost involved or the vehicle
has to be of a certain age.
Many restorers of veteran, vintage or classic vehicles require cover for vehicles under restoration. Make sure
your vehicle is covered on and off the road.
Other policy features such as choice of repairer are also worth considering.
The most important thing to remember is to always read your policy documents and weigh up all the pros and
cons, financial or otherwise, because only you can decide what cover is best for your vehicle.
With NRMA Insurance we will take as much care of your classic vehicle as you do.
Our Veteran, Vintage and Classic Vehicle Insurance policy is designed for vehicles used for hobby and recreational
purposes and includes cover up to the agreed value, faultless excess and retention of salvage after
an accident (for vehicles manufactured prior to 31/12/1980).
As a bonus, you may be eligible for NRMA Traveller Care, at no extra cost for vehicles over 15 years of age
that break down more than 100kms from home within Australia. This gives you extra help if you run into problems
away from home, and provides accommodation, car rental and an extended towing service. Subject to
certain conditions.
Give us a call on 1800 646 605 or visit our website at www.nrma.com.au to discuss your vehicle’s insurance
needs.
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THE R&S SERIES VALIANT CAR CLUB OF NSW Inc.
PO Box: R124, Roselands, NSW, 2196.
http://www.1962valiantclub.com
October — November 2012 - ISSUE 155
Meetings held first Monday of each month at 8.00pm
Brian Wunsch Centre: 128, Avoca Road, Wakeley, NSW, 2176.
2012 / 2013 Committee:
President Colin Kenny-Levick ................................ 02 4729 2001
CKL003@aol.com .................................. 0417 774 988
Vice President Paul McCurley ........................................ 02 4730 2547
Secretary pmccurley@exemail.com.au
Club Plates
Treasurer Warwick Nicklin ...................................... 02 9481 8378
Membership Officer w.nicklin@bigpond.com
Public Officer
Events Director Colin Money ........................................... 0418 696 830
Assistant Events Dir. Craig Downes ......................................... 0409779430
Editor Peter Morthen ........................................ 02 98248885
Internet p.morthen@bigpond.com ....................... 0403508472
Spare Parts Officer Vince Fuda ............................................. 02 9601 9893
vince_fuda@toll.com.au ......................... 0410 423 421
Property Officer / John Pulo ............................................... 02 9790 6286
Librarian john.pulo@gmail.com
ACD Delegates Colin Money, George Skondrianos.
CMC Delegates Craig Downes & Charlie Dimech
CONTENTS
Page 4 - Club Runs / Editors Jibber
Page 5- Christmas Run info
Page 6 - Welcome new members - Warwick
Page 7 - Should We Hire A Hummer—Peter
Page 8 - Eastern Creek Story — Paul Sidney
Page 10 - Eastern Creek / Valiants 50th — Laurel Anne Kenny-Levick
Page 12 - All Chrysler Day 2012 — Peter
Page 16 - Valiant 2 door for sale
Page 18 - Valiant AP5 for sale
Page 20 - Minutes June / July
Page 22 - Valiant Register Cars
Next Issue.....probably more ACD pics. We’ll see.
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Club Runs 2012
Contact : Col Money 0418 696 830 or Craig Downes - 0409 779 430 for information on runs and to let them
know if you might be going.
For Informal Saturday Coffee Runs contact Mike Sidney 0434 023 815 for dates & times.
November 10—11 Mopar Rumble – Sydney Dragway, Eastern Creek
www.moparrumble.com.au
November 25 Christmas Lunch at….. Check the opposite page.
December 3 Meeting - Brian Wunsch Centre 128 Avoca Rd Wakeley - 8.00 PM
Editors Jibber, To Fill Half A Page.
Peter Morthen
Hi all. It’s funny how you can change you mind about stuff as the years go by.
When I first bought our house, everyone said “You’ll have to sell that valiant to get a deposit”.
“Pigs bum….” I said, “I’ll always have that car”. I was right at the time. I didn’t need to sell the Val, and we got
by. But as the years go on I think more and more about selling the old girl. That inevitably makes me start
wondering what it’s worth. Personally, I’m a typical tighta**e Valiant man—I think the cars are worth peanuts
because—hey—they’re Valiants. So fast forward to a few weeks back and I’m at Harry’s Café deWheels and a
guy walks up to me and—deadly serious—offers me $15,000 for the car.
I laughed. I said “Mate…..the paints a bit old now, you should see it in the daylight”. He didn’t care. He gave me
his business card and I thought nothing of it. The thing is if someone is quite prepared to walk up on the street
and offer that, what might they really be worth when negotiating ?
What’s my point ? As I get older, and drive it less, it certainly did get me wondering whether or not it’s time to
let someone else enjoy it—the way I used to—but these days it kind of just sits. I guess that’s what happens
sometimes when you have something for so long. Tastes change, as do priorities.
Then, there’s times like today when I took it to put some fuel in for the drive to All Chrysler Day this week. It
drove great and even in it’s dusty, dirty state had people gawking at it every set of lights. “Yep….still drives
good” I thought.
2013 Club Runs list COMING SOON,
To a low budget magazine near you.
Gone are the days when Vals were the poor country cousins. Look after that old Chariot, and realise it’s real
value—be that in the form of “cash”, or something more sentimental.
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Mark it in your diary......
NOVEMBER 25th, 2012
R & S Series Christmas Party.... a day in the park
Where : Penrith Weir Reserve.
Bruce Neal Drive, Just off the old Western Highway before crossing Ye Olde Bridge.
Signs can be seen for the Nepean Rowing Club at the turn off . We will mark the post with our signs on the day.
November 25 th 2012
Time : 10 : 00 am
If you are planning to attend please let Col or myself know numbers by 18 th November by calling or emailing
craig.downes@optusnet.com.au or colin-money@bigpond.com
The park has a couple of large grassy tree covered areas that will suit our purposes, We can laze in the sun or
relax in the shade, walks to the weir. Plenty of room for kicking the footy or a game of Cricket .There are
limited tables and seating so please bring your own deck chairs on the day. There is a large car park close to all
areas so the cars will be in view wherever we go. Also close to clean amenities.
Lunch will be provided (BBQ Chook and salads) but please bring your own beverage of choice.
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Welcome to our newest R&S Club Members
Warwick Nicklin
Since our last Membership Report, we welcome Barrie and Lorna Osborn from Rossmore in
Sydney’s West, and Pauline Carroll from Mendooran.
Barrie and Lorna Osborn are no strangers to many of us, being long time stalwarts of the Chrysler Restorers
Club of Australia. Barrie has been the CRCA Secretary pretty much.....forever – or at least since Walter P.
Chrysler wore short pants. Barrie and Lorna for a long time were the “King & Queen” of 1938 Dodges, having
owned several, including a rare coupe.
Speaking of ’38 Dodges brings many memories to me, as it was in my Dad’s ’38 that I taught myself to drive,
and used it for my first couple of years as a driver. But I digress. They also own the 1933 Chrysler CT Royal 8
coupe that was the car behind the formation
of the CRCA. “So why have they now
joined our Club”, I hear you ask? They
have finally seen the light and now have
an “S” Series added to their stable.
SV1 -2 - 667.
Welcome to the “R & S” Club, and we
hope to see you at many of our functions.
Pauline Carroll has re-joined our Club after a long absence.
She moved to “Mendooran” some 23 years ago, and we all know where Mendooran is , right ? For those who
don’t, it’s a little town on the Castlereagh Highway, between Dunedoo and Gilgandra. If you ever go there it’s
easy to find Pauline’s house - it’s the one full of “S” Series Valiants.
Pauline says that when she was last in our Club, her Membership No. was “36”. She also says she is now able
and willing to travel to events that our
Club may hold, and we look forward to
seeing her. Apparently she knows
quite a few “R” and “S” owners out her
way, with beautifully restored cars.
Mendooran sounds like “Valiant Heaven”.
She has 4 “S” Series Valiants – 3 autos and
a manual. Two of them are red, another
green, and one is a spare parts car.
Welcome Back Pauline.
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“Should we get a HUMMER....no, a VALIANT will do”. —Peter.
I’m pretty sure that’s what was said when my mate from
work was discussing what kind of vehicle his daughter
would like to go to her Year 12 Formal in. Mind you.....it
may have also had something to do with the fact all the
other usual “party cars” were already hired out, but
nonetheless, the old Val got to take 3 stunners out to
their formal at Bicentennial park near the Olympic
Stadium.....all the way from downtown Ingleburn.
Seems that Club Registered vehicles can do stuff like this
relatively simply these days, so long as the paperwork is
in order. Ticks me off a little because I missed taking my
own daughter to her Year 10 Formal because I wasn’t
sure I’d be allowed to drive the car.
In any case, the old chariot was polished up as well as it could be (there’s not too much Electric Blue paint left
on the old girl), and about 100 prayers were said that it would make the trip without breaking down.
What could go wrong ??
Nothing, in fact. After worrying about how it would go in a line of cars at the formal, or flying along in peak
hour traffic, the Valiant purred along and went as good as it ever has. Great in fact. To be honest, we flew past
2 Hummers going to the same Formal—GO THE VAL. After getting the 3 girls to the “do”, my mate jumped in
and we headed back home—via Harry’s cafe DeWheels for a TIGER and a Pepsi Max. It was here I was offered a
sum of money for my car—maybe it doesn’t look as bad as I reckon. I actually wish I’d photographed it at
Harry’s—God I love neon lights....especially when they make my car look a million dollars.
Anyway, that’s the guts....another page filled.
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Eastern Creek Classic Display Day.
Paul Sidney—our 13 year old R&S Reporter.
Each year Shannons Insurance and the Council of Motor Clubs (C.M.C) put on a huge Display Day at Eastern
Creek International Raceway. It features over 1,500 vintage, veteran and classic vehicles and motorcycles from
all makes of Clubs, with parade laps around the track as well as vintage bus rides etc. This year it was held on
the 18th and 19th August.
I woke up to the voice of my father saying “Wake up Paul—we’re running late NOW!”
After about another 5 minutes of being lazy and sleeping in, I sprung out of bed as quick as I could to go and
take the car keys off him so I could start the Valiant before he had a chance. After a bit of pumping the accelerator
and turning the key the car finally started up. About 20 minutes later we were on the road to Eastern
Creek.
The long and boring trip was only made worth it because we were in the Valiant, and not our normal, boring
looking Camry. When we went through the gate we were guided to the Pit Lane where we would be parking
for the day. It was a pretty good spot to park, because you get a good view of all the cars that go around the
track. When we parked we all got out and said “hello” to everyone before my friend Ryan (who had come
along for the day) and I were off looking at all the stores and some of the cars.
The first store we went to was one for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, which had a beautiful, blue
AP5 Valiant out the front, and a lady inside selling tickets to win it. Each ticket was $5, but it was worth it for
the prize. When I bought a ticket for me and dad, the lady was telling us that they had to raffle a Valiant
because if they got a Ford, the Holden fans would
get angry, and if they got a Holden, the Ford fans
would get angry. After me and Ryan had bought
some raffle tickets for the AP5, we went and saw
some guys with a Ferrari, a race car and another
Supercar. We stood there looking at them all when
then the owner of the Ferrari came up to us and
asked if we would like to sit in it. Of course we said
“YES” (who wouldn’t want to sit in a car worth over
$200,000). It had leather seats and was really
roomy and very comfortable. He told us how it was
brand new and they had bought it to “Rent out” to
do hot laps around the track.
We soon got bored of sitting in the car and looking at
the other cars so we decided to go back to the Valiant.
By this time there were many people there from our
Club. I went and talked to Dad while Ryan went to
watch the cars go past yelling “Honk your horn”
constantly (even though almost none of them
honked). Failing to get some money off Dad, I called
Ryan over and we went to the other side of the track.
There we saw some pretty cool cars like one that was
sparkly, and the Lamborghini Club. We looked at every
single car including looking in the car park for some
people who couldn’t be bothered entering. Sadly we
didn’t see any old cars in the car park so we just got ice
cream and watched the cars go past for a while longer.
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When we went back to the side we were parked on, all of the stores had been set up so we looked through all
of them and I found a tin R Series poster/sign to get Dad as a birthday present (which was about 2 weeks
earlier……..whoops). When I handed it to him he was thrilled to get it. He told me that the others had gone to
have a good look at the AP5 that was in the raffle , and that everyone was picking out things wrong with it.
About an hour or two later we went around the track in the Valiant. Sadly we didn’t get to go very fast because
of the safety car and stuff like that, but it was still fun going around a track in a 50 year old car that v8 supercars
race around these days. It went really fast (as usual) and we were back in the pit lane 10 minutes later.
When we got back we all just stood around
for another hour watching the cars go by and
talking to some Club Members. A few minutes
before we left the Lamborghini Club
went around the track and when they got to
where they were supposed to go in, me and
Ryan made them rev their engines as loud as
possible which was really fun and loud. When
the Lamborghini’s had gone in Dad called me
and Ryan over to go home, so we helped everyone
pack up and were off.
Eastern creek was fun this year, especially to
celebrate 50 years of Valiant.
Please note—the picture below is the view that most Holden and Ford owners see our cars—from BEHIND. (Ed.)
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Shannon’s Classic Eastern Creek – R & S Valiant 50 th Anniversary
A Spectator’s Experience by Laurel-Anne Kenny-Levick
It was a brilliant, sunny winter’s day as we drove into
Eastern Creek Raceway. The chrome on the R Series
Valiant was sparkling as we made our way to pit lane,
the last to arrive of the ten cars to take their place in
this prestigious spot for the 50 th Anniversary of the R
& S Valiants.
Admittedly my enjoyment of the now Alpine White R
Series Val (it started life as Gambier Blue and went
through several colour changes before white) that my
other half has had for …well let’s just say a long time,
was mostly fuelled by his love of the car, but as we
drove in to join the others, with cheers and the
pointing at watches (because we were last to arrive), I felt the sense of camaraderie and pride that this group
share. I also admit that I have been surprised by how much I know about the car when people stop to ask. I
guess it’s all sinking in bit by bit ( Don’t quiz me though, I don’t know THAT much..... mostly that the spare tyre
doesn’t actually sit in the boot lid !! ).
As we prepared for the big day I suggested to Colin that I wear a pink suit with matching pill box hat, Jacqui
Kennedy style—this was because he had mentioned that he was the PRESIDENT of the club at this time, the
50 th anniversary year. For some reason he thought the idea was a little off, and perhaps would not have the
best outcome for him - the President. Anyway, I digress.......
The day was spectacular weather wise, and the
five R’s and five S’s, all lined up, really did look
amazing. There was lots of lifting of hoods and
nodding and pointing going on, as there always is
when these guys get together. I always wonder
what they talk about as they do this every time
they meet…surely it’s the same as last time they
looked under the hood ? Then again, a tinker
here, a new hose there…I guess there is always
something to talk about or take photos of.
At last it was their turn to take a spin out on the Eastern Creek circuit. A chance to take their pride and joy on
the race track, 50 years of R & S Valiants, in all their glory. As they lined up in pit lane awaiting their moment, I
wandered along taking snap shots. The excitement, anxiousness and anticipation were evident as I walked
past each one. I felt a surge of pride for these men and their magnificent machines.
When it was their turn on the track I sat precariously
on the concrete barrier to get some photos of this
historic moment – the five R’s and five S’s proudly
driving on the track, on this their 50 th Anniversary.
The drivers may not have known there was a fan club
of one screaming and cheering like a crazy person,
taking photos and waving her arms wildly, but one or
two must have noticed, for they did toot their horns…
or perhaps they were doing that anyway, but it didn’t
matter for I was fully in the moment, cheering my
guys across the finish line!!
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To be honest I have never really understood the passion and love for these quirky automobiles, however as
they drove back into pit lane—fresh from their “win” at Eastern Creek - I felt like I was welcoming a soldier
home from war. The pride and sense of affection that welled up was almost tear worthy. I almost “got it” after
all these years! And perhaps got a glimpse of how these men feel about their precious Val’s.
A big thank you goes out to the gentlemen and their wives (and kids!) for their friendly and warm welcome
whenever I attend runs or club events. I love watching Col M try to give away the last of the cake so he doesn’t
get into trouble when he gets home, and
listen to John, George or Charlie talk about
the old days or the latest modification to
their car. Paul Mc is usually off looking at an
ambulance (Claire and I have been known to
walk around pretending we know stuff about
cars), Craig always stands out in his gorgeous
“pink mobile”, as I call it and everyone is
always happy to share advice – but most of
all, they like to mention that we are always
late or last to turn up to whatever event we
are attending.
Even though I don’t go to every outing or get
together, I truly feel part of the “family”, and
for this I say a big “thanks”. It was a great day,
and one that I hold affectionately in my
memory.
Happy 50 th Anniversary, Big Val!!
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ALL CHRYSLER DAY 2012
Sunday October 28th.
So…….was the reinstatement of the Trophy categories enough
to bring the masses back to the A.C.D – I’m not so sure. I fear
the damage may have been done when it was decided a
couple of years back to take away the trophies and make it
purely a display day. That ended this year when there was a
return to vehicle judging and a swag of trophies on offer. I’m
told there was around 185 vehicles on show.
To celebrate 50 years of Valiant in Australia, entrants fees
were dropped to just $10, and in the middle of the show was a
fantastic looking line of R&S Valiants – 28 in all. Vehicles were
separated into model categories for viewing – like “Dodge”
“Plymouth”, “Charger” etc. but unfortunately the venue –
which I’ve seen overflowing some years – had large gaps in
places. This isn’t to say that there weren’t some really nice
cars on show, and the turnout by R&S owners alone made it a
worthwhile place to visit if you had even a hint of appreciation
for classic cars.
There were some standouts – it was the first time I’ve seen
Chantals car in the flesh, and it is a really nicely done car – I
loved it. The colour scheme and interior trim were something
else. Bruce Bulls V8 “S” Series stood way out in an ocean of relatively standard cars and gave people a chance
to see what other things you could do to an “S”. Little things like the grille on Paul Devines car, or Georges red R
Series that broke the trend of greens and whites……..the R&S cars today looked fantastic.
For me, the highlight was turning up with my daughter Eloise at the wheel of our “S”, and whilst 62 Vals may
not be her favourite cars, the look of excitement on her face when she saw a 1970 Plymouth Superbird brought
a smile to my face – I can see her cruising the streets of Campbelltown in one right now.
So, as much as I may sound disappointed at the numbers overall, it was an excellent turnout from “the pride of
1962”. Well done. In any case, rather than waffle on even more, here’s some pictures from the day – they’re
online if you have the net on. I’m sure I’ll have linked them to the website by the time you get this (fingers
crossed). Peter.
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R&S Valiant Club Members in attendance :
Lou Athan,
Paul Baker (from Lake Munmorah)
Michael Benson and John
Bruce Bull and Martin Stanton (from Canberra)
Paul Devine
Charlie Dimech and Bev
Craig Downes
Bruce Fleming (from Rylstone)
Colin Kenny-Levick
Robert and Judy Layard (from Dubbo)
Paul McCurley
Colin Money
Peter Morthen and Eloise
Warwick Nicklin
Bob Nix
Barrie and Lorna Osborn
Bob and Doreen Petty (from Nelson Bay)
John and Sue Pulo
Michael Sidney and Paul
George Skondrianos
Chantal Sneddon
Paul Whitter
Kathryn Williams, Phil and
Ajali (from Narara)
Would you buy a “used car”
from these blokes ??
5 members in attendance without club car -
Bob King
Mark Kunach
Peter and Dianne Rout
David Smith
Norm Williams
5 non members with cars in lineup -
Margaret Duffy
Gerad Header (from Lakehaven)
Rod and Anne Sanders
Grace Sutherland
Concessional Registration 22886H
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For Sale—1961 “R” Series Valiant, 2 door.
This car is a SUPER RARE V-100 1961 LHD US PLYMOUTH VALIANT 2 door coupe (same model as our very own
4 door R Series sedan).
It is a true classic with 38,000 original miles . It was a Californian “farm car” that was only driven to town, ser-
viced religiously & always garaged. It has an indestructible slant 6, 170 cu. in. motor with 3 speed manual trans-
mission. This car starts and runs perfectly on premium unleaded gas, gets between 5 & 6 miles per litre & is fun
to drive.
One owner, with unrestored, original blue paint & full service history.
There is NO RUST. Chrome bumpers, bumperettes & chrome trims are all in excellent condition.
New tyres on the original 13 inch rims. (I have a set of 14x7 hotwire mags that the new owner can have to dress
up the old Val!). The two-tone gray / black interior, rubber floor & headlining are all original and in very good
condition for the cars age (though they do sport some imperfections – see below).
Original extras include :
chrome trims around the front indicators,
push button heater
push button radio
horn ring, day/night mirror
front lap sash seat belts
2 retractable side seat belts have been fitted to the
back & a central lap sash belt.
There are a few blemishes : the front & rear seats have a few minor scuffs & the floor rubber is ripped in places
the cardboard rear parcel shelf is torn
the headliner is discoloured & shows signs of humidity stains above the back seat
there are some minor scratches in the paintwork & a few dings under the rear bumper bars
the front grille has been hit by a rock & is damaged (a replacement grill is supplied)
engine bay looks to have been splattered by battery acid, however these look cosmetic & easily repaired.
Anyone looking for an UNRESTORED, UNMOLESTED & ORIGINAL 2 door Valiant R Series coupe should ring to
arrange for a test drive (call Mark daily on 03 5664 7454) in the beautiful rolling hills & fresh air of South
Gippsland, Victoria. This car turns heads wherever it goes & gets lots of positive comments. All questions
welcome! The car is a survivor & is priced accordingly - will not disappoint.
PRICE : $25,000
Contact : Mark—03 5664 7454
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FOR SALE—1964 AP5 Regal Sedan.
The following “For Sale” ad was submitted by John and Sue Pulo. Anyone that knows the Pulo’s know that the
cars they own are excellent examples of how to do a car “properly” - this car being a trophy winner at the
N.S.W All Chrysler Day. Listed below are all the details they have supplied.
Rego No.: SGP 238. (Plates not transferable)
Eng. Size : 225cu.in. / 3.7ltr.
Engine No. : TP24225
Mileage : 55,800km's since re-build in 2004
Body No.: AP5 4 H 1425
Colour : Light Turquoise Metallic.
Fuel : LPG and Petrol.
Wheels : 16” x 7” BSA Chrome Mags
Brakes : Front disc brakes, fully power assisted. All checked and certified by an RTA Engineer at the
time of re-build.
Transmission : Original Chrysler 904 Torqueflite fully rebuilt in 2008.
Steering : VE Valiant power steering box and pump, fitted to make driving a little easier for Sue.
Checked and certified by an RTA Engineer at the time of re- build.
Custom Items : Sunvisor. Left and right weather shields. Door trims. Centre console. Boot / Trunk area.
Stereo. Rear venetian. CL bucket seats Seat belts fitted. Extractors fitted. External door
mirrors.
Security: Mongoose Alarm fitted.
Recently : All ball joints replaced with the fitting of new tyres approximately 12months ago.
PRICE : $27,500
CONTACT : John Pulo—02 9790 6286—Sydney Area.
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Meeting Opened: 8:05 pm chaired by Colin Money
Minutes - General Meeting – 6 th August, 2012
Members Present: Colin Money, Paul McCurley, John and Sue Pulo, David Smith, Craig Downes, Charles Dimech &
Bev, Warwick Nicklin, & Colin Kenny-Levick
Apologies: Jan Nicklin, George Skondrianos, Tony Borg, Vince Fuda & Peter Morthen
Minutes 2/7/12: Minutes of the previous meeting were read by Paul, accepted on the motion of C K-L, seconded by
Warwick
Treasurer’s Report: Tabled by C K-L, showed a credit balance of $6,237.84 at 31/07 after income of $155.00 and expenses
of $88.00. The term deposit also rolled over gaining $96.15 in interest. (Cheque account –
$863.44 plus term deposit $5,374.40). Report was accepted on the motion of Paul, and seconded
by Colin M
Membership Report: 59 plus 4 life members, making a total of 63
Correspondence In: Tax Invoice Brian Wunsch Centre $74.40 room hire July – September
Shannon’s Sydney Auction at Motorex - 22 nd July 2012
Chrysler Wake Run - Canton Beach – 3 rd – 5 th August 2012
Invitation from CMC to President’s Meeting at Eastern Creek after trophy presentations, also lunch
in suites 5 & 6 on day $17 prebookings only required by 13 th August
Regals Club Mopar Rumble – 10 th & 11 th November 2012 at Sydney Dragway, Eastern Creek
Letter from former member Pauline Carroll of Mendooran wishing to rejoin the club
Magazines In: R & S Club of Victoria – July 2012
Corres. Out: Nil
Queensland R & S Club – July/August 2012
R & S Club of SA – June & July 2012
Chrysler & Valiant Owners Assoc. – June/July 2012
Hunter Valley Chrysler Club – June/July 2012
Regals Mopar Car Club – Issue No 3, 2012
Albury-Wodonga Chrysler Club – June & July 2012
Editor’s Report: Magazines have been published and are ready for posting
CMC Report: Nothing to report
ACD Report: Looking for more vendors for the day. Pre entries are slowly coming in
Events Report: Registration day has been held. 106 cars attended the Wake Run including 4 from our club over
the weekend. Joe Pocock received one of the Entrant’s Choice trophies. Meguiars information night
14 th August, contact Col Money. Next run CMC Shannon’s Eastern Creek Display Day for ticket
holders, meet at Eastern Creek
Club Plates: All 5 cars on club plates have renewed for the year. Warwick had trouble at the RMS when he went
to renew his rego because they could not find our club listed on their computer. It turns out we were
listed under “T” for “The” R & S Series Valiant Car Club of NSW inc
Spare Parts: Nothing to report
General Business: Peter has asked if the club would be willing to pay to remove popup advertising from the club’s
Yuku internet forum. Several members have already contributed themselves to make the forum ad
free, and meeting agreed that we should do so and reimburse the members for the money they
have contributed. Anthony Benson has donated to the club three boxes of early club magazines as
well as the 25 th Anniversary banner. John showed printouts from the Slant 6 club forum for new
blinker switches and decals available from USA. Contact him for details if interested
National Rally: Kiama, Port Stephens, Bathurst and The Entrance have responded to our request for information,
with Bathurst and Kiama indicated the proposed dates may clash with other events in the area. All
proposed venues have positives and negatives. John, Col and Warwick are to make a few day trips
to the locations to assess possibilities and report back
Next Meeting: Monday, 3 rd September, 2010 at 8:00 pm
Meeting Closed: 9:45 pm
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Minutes—General Meeting—3rd September, 2012
Meeting Opened : 8:10 chaired by Colin Kenny Levick.
Members Present : Colin Kenny Levick, Colin Money, George Skondrianos, Warwick & Jan Nicklin, Bob Nix.
David Smith, Tony Borg, Craig Downs, Jack Roppola.
Apologies : Peter Morthen, Vince Fuda, Charlie Dimech, Paul McCurley. John & Sue Pulo.
Minutes 7/8/12 : Minutes of the previous meeting read by Craig Downs. Accepted by David Smith,
Second by Colin Money.
Treasurers Report : Tabled by CKL showed a credit balance of $6,534 .33 at 31/8 after income of $512.00 and
Expenses of $303.51 Cheque account $1159.03 plus term deposit $5,374.40 reported
Was accepted by Warwick Nicklin , Seconded by Colin Money.
Membership Report : 63 plus 4 life members a total of 67.
Correspondence In : Fairfield Council, Griffith Rotary Riverina Motor Show, The Mustang Owners Club
Weddin Shire Council, Allparts Automotive,
Membership renewal forms plus new members : Barry Osbourne , Pauline Carrol,
John & Lenette Sullivan , Paul Baker ,Lou Athan, Peter Semple, Kathryn Williams,
Paul Woods, Mick Sidney, Tony & Toni Goninan, Gary Covers, Paul Devine, Tony Borg,
Graham Fameli, Greg Gunnold, John Stojanovic, Patrick Keane ,Colin Money, Des
Radburn, Craig Downs, Hilton Mcleod, Norm Williams, Richard & Lynette Craig, Don Elkin
John Leahy, Ziggy Osiadacz, Frank Caldwell, Jack Roppola.
Magazines In : Chrysler Restorer August 2012.
Corres Out : Nil
R& S Club of Victoria –August 2012.
Queensland R & S Club –September/October 2012.
Albury-Wodonga Chrysler Club-August.
Editors Report : Magazines for August & September have been posted out.
CMC Report : Nothing to report.
ACD Report : So far 25 pre entrys, On the day 20-25 “Chrysler Only” parts to attend Mini Swap meet
Editors Report : Magazines for August & September have been posted out.
ACD Report : So far 25 pre entrys, On the day 20-25 Chrysler only parts to attend Mini Swap meet
21 trophies for 12 categories judging to be carried out by out side people.
Events Report : Last month 10 cars from our club attended the Eastern Creek CMC day 5 “R’s” & 5 “S’s”.
There were 1680 sold numbers down on last year. No coffee run last month. This month—23rd
Sept - mystery Run to .....(undecided). This months Coffee Run contact Mike Sidney.
Club Plates : The club have given Peter Morthen permission to use his car on club plates on 20th of
September.
General Business : TCIS Public liability insurance for our club was approved at cost of $6.10 per head
Members minimum cost $320 for this year.
The Club still have available four TORQUE 50 TH Anniversary Magazines cost $10.
National Rally : John, Warwick and Colin have been up north to The Entrance, and Port
Stephens. The only accommodation sites to respond to our request. It was put to a vote and
Next Meeting : 1 st October at 8 pm
Meeting Closed : 9.15 pm
decided to have further discussion with the Entrance .
Wollongong gave no reply whilst, Kiama and Bathurst looked promising they have no
accommodation available on our venue dates.
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“1962 Valiant Register “Cars”………
More pictures of cars that have been entered on our online R&S VALIANT REGISTER. All the cars on the list have
been submitted by their owners and are arranged according to their Body Numbers. This month, we have the
following :
RV1 - 2—10
Owner : John Law is from Brisbane in Queensland. He
is a member of the Brisbane North-Side Antique
Automobile Association, and says that his car is mainly
original, apart from changing to auto, disc brakes, extractors
and Holley carburetor.
It was originally Gloster Grey.
SV1—4— 746
Owner : Brett Lawson, also from Queensland. His
Valiant is both original AND unrestored. At the time
it was put on the register, it had done 75,000 miles,
had log books and original delivery receipt and
carried its original paint and trim.
Recently added to the R&S Valiant Register :
RV1 - 2 - 31 John & Lennette Sullivan from Parkes, NSW
SV1 - 4 - 113 Steve & Amy Robinson from Waterford, QLD
SV1 - 4 - 191 Ettore Cavallaro from Perth, W.A
SV1 - 2 - 1834 Darrin Smith from Adelaide, S.A
SV1 - 4 - 2485 Olaf Bunge from Adelaide S.A
SV1 - 4 - 4206 Lloyd and Joan Vagg from Brisbane, QLD.
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Hat / jacket badge—$7
Club grille badges—$25 each.
Club Spares For Sale
Our Spares man—Vince—is the guy to
contact, should you need :
Rear Stop Lenses (R&S)
Rear Indicators
Front Indicators
Torqueflite Badges etc etc.
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