June - Manitoba Classic and Antique Auto Club

VOL.
52
ISSUE 06
JUNE 2012
HALF MOON LUNCHEON, LOCKPORT, MB

C A N A D A
A U T O
1688 St. Matthews Avenue @ Route 90
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3H 0A2
(204) 775-CARS (204) 775-2277
Fax: (204) 788-1587
Email: canadaauto@mts.net
www.canadaautoservice.com
SERVING WINNIPEG
SINCE 1935

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
BY WAYNE PRUDEN
Where do the weeks go? I thought
I just finished my message for
May but apparently that was
almost a month ago. So I guess I am
responsible for another message for the
Month of June. Perhaps the word
“responsible” is this month’s message.
Already we are hearing of reports that the Winnipeg Police
“Service” (the word ‘service’ would appear to be some public
relations “Spin Doctor’s take on a “friendlier”, “touchy-feely”
name for the Police Force) are making traffic stops for some
rather “iffy” transgressions. However, having said that, if I am
stopped because I have a bulb burned out or have no front
license plate attached, and in fact I do have a bulb out or no
front license plate attached. Then it is pretty much my fault, or
my responsibility, to make sure that I comply with all the
regulations regarding the operation of a vehicle on the road. I
do however object to the automatic fine for minor transgressions
rather than a warning with a time limit to rectify the infraction. In
the case of faulty light bulbs it should be fairly obvious that one
could do a walk-around to make sure all lights are working and
then have a filament break when traveling over the collection of
cracked pavement and potholes that we refer to as Winnipeg
Streets. In this case a warning should be given with a time limit to
correct the problem. Even an armed robber gets his day in court
and an opportunity to plead his case, before he finds out what his
penalty is. It would seem that the problem is, in one scenario, a
burned out bulb. So write up a warning ticket, the operator shows
up at a police station and verifies that he has had it fixed, problem
solved. Right? Mmmm…yes, but the City did not get an easy two
or three hundred dollars, so maybe that is what it is really all about.
Like the infamous line “follow the money”!
Going to court and pleading guilty “with an explanation”
might make you feel a little better but, it is still guilty, with the
attached fines and demerits. You must go to court and plead
not guilty then follow through with the appropriate actions.
I am very familiar with a case where a vehicle was stopped
by the RCMP during a roadside check stop. The Officer
informed the driver that his vehicle was not properly registered/
insured and he would have to leave it there to be impounded.
The driver showed the Officer his registration, it matched his
plate (both of which were only a few months old) and the Officer
went back to his computer. After some time the Officer returned
and to his credit said “something is fishy here”, this all looks as
it should but the plates do not show up on MPI’s computer. He
then escorted the driver and his car home, instead of
impounding the vehicle, but still wrote out a ticket for failure to
show proper registration of a motor vehicle. The driver is now
waiting for his court date, about a six month wait, and then he
will have a chance to explain, with confirming letters from the
MPI Agent/Broker, that an employee of the insurance firm
neglected to fill in the new plate number on the MPI computer
when the plates were purchased some months ago.
Interestingly enough, during those months, the car had been
in a collision and repaired, with no one twigging to the fact that
the plates on the car were “not registered”.
This month’s message is, if you are guilty, take responsibility.
If you feel you are not guilty or are wrongly charged, don’t give
them the “easy” money; demand your day in court. If we make
it a little tougher for them to “earn” their fines maybe they will
back off a little.
We won’t even mention the little story in the papers recently
that discussed the “ticket quota” for our friendly, touchy-feely,
police SERVICE.
NEXT GENERAL MEETING • Thursday, June 14 @ 7:00 p.m • Headingley Community Centre at 5353 Portage Ave.
EDITOR’S
NOTES
BY JEFF RENTZ
Well, I guess with anything new there
are some growing pains. In order to try
and induce more member participation
in the MCAAC Mileage Award the
executive has decided that there will be
three categories of prizes. Category #1-1946 and older,
Category #2-1946-1969, Category #3-1970 and newer.
Hopefully this will get a few more members signed up. There
should be a form on the back page of the SMR, or see me or
email me and I will get you a form.
• •
I was waiting excitedly for the big parcel to arrive and it finally
did, my new 3 ¾ in wide whitewall radial tires for the “Green
Hornet”. Had them put on at my garage and took the old girl
out for a spin, what an awesome ride. I couldn’t believe the
difference, much easier and more pleasant to drive, I would
never have guess radial tires would have made such a
difference. Took her out to my Dad’s for him to have a look and
parked on his nice brand new concrete driveway...and when I
got home I got a phone call from him that my car leaked all
over his new driveway, so I had to take a trip back and try and
scrub the tranny fluid stain out. No more parking on his driveway
for me. I guess that’s the next big thing to fix.
• •
Car season is now in full swing, try and get out to as many
events as you can. You never know when you are gonna get
rained out, or have a break down (you or your card), so don’t
say “I’ll go next time”...get out and do it NOW. Drive safe my
friends. Happy Father’s Day to all the Dad’s out there, thanks
for being there, we love you.
• •
NEW MEMBERS
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
• Austin Healey Club of MB,
• Dennis Atamanchuk - 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD
2DRHT
• Bob Sauve - 1965 Buick
• Tom MacFarlane - 1976 Mercury Cougar XR7
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THANKS
A RECORD YEAR
THANKS FOR ALL THE SUPPORT
I want to thank all the great people who helped giving
donations whether it was food for the bin or cash for
the Winnipeg Harvest.I have been involved with this
part of the swap meet for many years.Thanks to your
support we made a record contribution this year.I
especially would like to thank Doug and Brian who
were really a great help in making this year the best
yet.
Chuck Ingram
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MANITOBA CLASSIC AND ANTIQUE AUTO CLUB
P.O. Box 1031, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2W2
Website - www.mcaac.mb.ca
2012 EXECUTIVE ELECTED OFFICERS
President - Wayne Pruden 204-757-2949
12 Mirey Creek Dr., LOCKPORT, MB R1A 2S5
Vice-President - Bryne McKay 204-269-5037
58 Kendale Dr., WPG, MB R3T 5M4
Past President - John Ewing 204-896-0561
47 Deerpark Dr. WPG, MB R3R 3N4
Secretary - Richard Reinke 204-257-3410
31 Baisinger Dr. WPG. R2N 3Y1
Treasurer - Norman Magnusson 204-284-4522
6 Windermere Bay, WPG, MB R3T 1B2
Activities - Wolf Fuhr 204-224-3152
Paul Horch 204-586-2265
Membership - Will Shaw 204-287-8649
59-100 Baylor Ave. WPG, MB R3T 3K1
tailfinfan@hotmail.com
Club Projects - Bryne McKay 204-269-5037
58 Kendale Dr. WPG, MB R3T 5M4
Social - Doug McRae 204-771-1229
Judging & Class. - Jim Drummond 204-489-8315
305 Carpathia Rd. WPG, MB R3N 1T2
APPOINTED OFFICERS
Editor - Jeff Rentz
jrrentz@mts.net 204-795-1328
Librarian - Otto So 204-227-3377
Swap Meet - Gord Brunette 204-222-2298
90 Allenby Cres., WPG, MB R2C 3J2
Advertising - Wayne Pruden 204-757-2949
12 Mirey Creek Dr., LOCKPORT, MB R1A 2S5
The Side Mount Reporter is published monthly by the MCAAC in
Winnipeg, Manitoba. It is distributed free by email and/or Canada Post
to all members. All articles appearing in the publication express the
individual opinions of the writers and are not necessarily those of the
MCAAC. All items are subject to editing for both space and content.
All information to appear in the Side Mount Reporter must be received
no later than the Wednesday following the general meeting of the current
month. It can be submitted by email or hard copy. All clubs are welcome
to copy original articles including classified ads. Please provide
appropriate credits. All prices quoted are at the discretion of those
advertising in the Side Mount Reporter and the editor accepts no
responsibility for the condition, availability or the value of the goods
offered for sale. All articles appearing must relate to the hobby at large.
Mission Statement: The Manitoba Classic and Antique Auto Club is
organized as a non-profit, non sectarian, limited liability organization.
Its’ purpose is the preservation, restoration and admiration of all vehicles
twenty five years of age and older, the encouragement of this interest,
and the showing of vehicles in tours and displays.
The Manitoba Classic and Antique Auto Club (MCAAC) Roster is not to
be used without the expressed written permission of the MCAAC
Executive.
Sidemount Reporter Yearly Advertising Rates
Business card size $ 80.00
1/4 page $150.00
1/2 page $275.00
Note that MCAAC members get free Parts Wanted/For Sale ads. For
further information on corporate advertising, please contact Wayne
Pruden @ 757-2949. Members’ classified ads may be forwarded to the
Sidemount Editor.
DIRECTORS
George Rogers 204-896-0539
John Ewing 204-896-0561
Harry Mortimer 204-787-3069
VOLUNTEER OFFICERS
Bus - Doug McRae
Email Notices - Paul Horch 204-586-2265
phorch@shaw.ca
Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs (MAAC) -
Al Holmberg 204-831-0261
Cards & Recipes - Eleanor Brunette 204-222-2298
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ON THE COVER
HALF MOON LUNCHEON
WORDS & PHOTOS BY RAY SMITH
The Half Moon was well attended on Monday, May 21. About
45 members attended bringing 25 antique cars ranging from a
1966 Rolls Royce to a 1929 Ford Model A 4 door. The weather
cooperated with a beautiful sunny day to provide real good
pictures of the beauties the members did bring out. Half Moon
provided a scrumptious menu and Bryne McKay provided
jackets for those who had ordered them. On the back of some
of the jackets was a picture of the old Half Moon and the Club
Bus, Mr, Rostecki’s 1928 Imperial, Mr. Wolf Fuhr’s 1940 Ford
and Mr. Pruden’s 1938 Buick. Well done on the jackets. I here
there are some left. Contact Bryne McKay. The special Half
Moon Monday’s have been held for many years and are
scheduled on holidays when all can attend. It was a great day
enjoyed by all and have you tried their hamburgers. Delicious.
Check these cars over. See you next holiday Monday.
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HALF MOON LUNCHEON
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SIDEMOUNT
AUTOMOTIVE
CLASSIFIED ADS
(OTHER CLUBS PLEASE COPY)
Wanted:
- Wanted to complete my collection: 1912 Winnipeg bicycle
plate; 1917, 1919, 1922, 1927 motorcycle license plate; Undated
Chauffeur’s badges from Manitoba(these were in use from ’08
to ’10); 1910,11,12,15,16 Winnipeg Automobile Club (later
Manitoba Motor League) Annual Motor League Guide Books;
Manitoba Motor League Buffalos with year discs
1931,32,34,36,37,39,40. I have lots to trade and will pay top
dollar to finish my runs.
Contact: Ross Metcalfe (204) 831-8165 or moose102@escape.ca
• • •
For Sale:
- I have some 1954 brochures
and Auto magazines(1954 &
1956) which we are looking to
sell. They are in excellent
condition. We were hoping to
get between $40 and $50 for
the brochures and $20 for the
magazines but we are open to offers.
Contact: annehernan@gmail.com or (204) 334-2859
•••
For Sale:
- 1950 DeSoto Custom
Sedan in excellent orginal
condition with low
mileage of 15768 miles.
Flat head six engine with
fuild drive transmission.
An MCAAC car since 1972. Second owner. Parts car included
with many extra parts. Asking $8900.00 obo. We are moving
and anxious to sell.
Contact: Gerry, gjholm@mymts.net, (204) 467-8564 or (204)
782-5188 (cell) for more info and photos. (other clubs please
copy)
•••
For Sale:
- A perfect park like aceage
near Stonewall for the car
enthusiast. Many MCAAC
members have attended
functions here at
Holmwood Estates over
the years. We have 4
acres with mature trees, a
44 x 80 storage building for your cars, 26 x 40 garage/shop,
and a fully upgraded 3+ bedroom home. Looking for the
perfect buyer who enjoys the peace and quiet of country living.
Only 5 minutes to the north perimeter and PTH 6 Hwy.
Contact: Gerry or Jean, gjholm@mymts.net, (204) 467-8564
or (204) 782-5188 (cell) for more info and photos.
For Sale:(Lead)
- 1951 Pontiac (Canadian)
sedan, 6 cyl., 6V, 3 in the tree.
72,500 original miles. Very
original and in excellent
condition. New radial tires. Runs
and drives great.
Contact: If seriously interested, please call Les at (204) 880
9942 (cell). No emails please. Asking $7,900. Make me an offer.
• • •
For Sale:(Lead)
- We have a large quantity of McCord gaskets that we are trying
to clear out. If any of your members may be in need of any of
these gasket sets, please have them contact our company. We
will give them a very good price as we would like to get them
into the hands of people who can use them rather then throwing
them out. Thank you for your time. Larry Bucknell, Manager,
Tri-Power Rebuilding
Contact: Fax us at (780) 875 7822 or phone us at (780) 875
2921.
• • •
For Sale:(Lead)
- I have my 1962
Thunderbird for sale. The
reason for selling is that
my health is failing me and we live in a condo with limited indoor
parking. Please find attached a detailed description of the car
restoration and photos. I have reduced the price to $29,700.00
and would consider a reasonable offer.
Contact: For further information or arrangement to view the car
please call Gord Burrows at (306) 825-4345 or (306) 837-2716
or gord.dar@gmail.com
• • •
For Sale:(Lead)
- I have a 1966 Mustang
that has been stored in
my garage for the past
28 years. She is a
restoration project, so
who better to run this by than a fellow enthusiast. She was
last run in 1984, & stored in running condition. I would like
$5,000. She was pulled out kicking & fighting on Tuesday. I
have had 2 people look at her & the highest offer is $3,000. If
anyone would like to come by & take a look at her, please call
ahead.
Contact: Donna Cudmore (204) 339-2547
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AROUND THE CLUB...
WORDS & PHOTOS BY SCHULTZS’
Always a must stop for Art Schultz when visiting relatives in
Edmonton is George Moir Antique Auto Parts Ltd. Pictured with
Art is Dwayne and Terry. Dwayne started working for George
about 13 years ago. George was looking to replace an
employee and knew Dwayne, as he would go into George’s
place to buy his Dad Model T parts for birthdays and Christmas
(now isn’t that the ideal
son). 6 years ago, Dwayne
took over the business
and, “the rest as they say
is history”. Terry has
worked there for 6 years.
Both fellows are great to
visit with, know their stuff,
and read their Sidemount
from cover to cover.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Mark YourCalendars
Date Event Location Contact
June 02 (Sat.) Riverview Seniors Show 1 Morley Ave, Winnipeg MB John Ewing
1:30 - 3:30 pm (204) 896-0561
June 07 (Thur.) Murdoch McKay High School Car Show
No registration Fee - Food available
5:30 pm
June 09 (Sat.) MCAAC Fifth Annual Car Show No registration Fee - Food available
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
June 10 (Sun.) Cruisin’ The Island Car Show Portage La Prairie, MB
Meet at Headingley Community Centre 9:00 am sharp
June 10 (Sun.) Car Show, Southlands Community Church, 85 Kesler Barry (204) 269-1166
Noon to 2:00 pm - Hot Dog & Drink
June 12 (Tue.) Seniors Car Show, Foyer Valade 450 River Rd. St. Vital Paul Horch (204) 586-2265
1:00 - 3:00 pm
June 13 (Wed.) Seniors’ Car Show, 475 Lindenwoods Dr. East Paul Horch (204) 586-2265
9:30 Breakfast 11:30 am Lunch - 2 Shows, Lots of Food
June 14 (Thurs.)
June 15 (Fri.)
June 16 (Sat.)
MCAAC General Meeting, Headingley C.C., 5353 Portage Ave.
7:00 pm
Seniors’ Car Show, 1778 Pembina Hwy.
Noon to 2:00 pm - Lunch
Seniors’ Car Show, Golden Links Lodge 2280 St Mary’s Road
9:30 am to 11:30 am
June 16 (Sat.) Winnipeg Harvest, 1085 Winnipeg Ave. Paul Horch (204) 586-2265
Couple of Cars for Display
June 17 (Sun.) Fathers Day Run with the Prairie Dog Central George Peters (204)896-0539
Meet at Inkster Junction Station
10:00 am
June 25 (Mon.)
Welcome Summer & Early Canada Day Half Moon, Lockport, MB
12:00 noon
June 27 (Wed.) A&W Cruise, 3095 Portage Ave. Paul Horch (204) 586-2265
6:00 pm
July 01 (Sun.) Canada Day Surprise (That means we’re not sure what’s happening yet)
July 02 (Mon.) Canada Day Half Moon, Lockport, MB
12:00 noon
July 14 (Sun.) Planes, Trains & Automobiles Tour with the Prairie Dog Central George Rogers
Meet at Inkster Junction Station 10:00 am (204) 896-0539
July 18 (Wed.) A&W Cruise, 3095 Portage Ave. Paul Horch (204) 586-2265
6:00 pm
Aug. 06 (Mon.) Celebrate the Civic Holiday Half Moon, Lockport, MB
12:00 noon
Aug. 15 (Wed.) A&W Cruise 3095 Portage Ave.
6:00 pm
Aug. 26 (Sun.) Corn Roast Jack Mavin’s Place
2:00 pm
Sep. 03 (Mon.) Labour Day Half Moon, Lockport, MB
12:00 noon
Oct. 08 (Mon.) Thanksgiving Monday Half Moon, Lockport, MB
12:00 noon
Oct. 20 (Sat.) M.C.A.A.C Annual Banquet Holiday Inn West Bryne McKay (204) 269-5037
2520 Portage Ave.
Nov. 12 (Mon.) Observe Late Remembrance Day Half Moon, Lockport, MB
12:00 noon
Boldface activities are exclusive MCAAC events.
Check your MAAC calendar for a comprehensive list of all the events across the Province or, check the MAAC web site at: www.maac.autoclubs.ca
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AROUND THE CLUB...
Father’s Day Run with The Prairie Dog
Meet 10:00 am
June 17 th at
Inkster Junction Station
11:00 am Departure – Motor to
Gross Isle alongside the train
At Gross Isle tour the train and a
Restored Heritage House
Entertainment by a
Dutch Organ and a band
Lunch provided for Driver & Passenger
METCALFE’S MOST
EXCELLENT OLD
TIME GARAGE HOP
SUNDAY, MAY 27/12
Meet at Jim’s Garages
1:00 & 1:30 PM
We will visit FIVE collections in the
Headingly area.
We hope to park at the museum and ride
a 44 passenger 60 year old vintage bus.
With some luck our Club Bus may join us.
Ross Smith will be our chauffeur. One of our
stops will be Laurie Mustard’s new quonset
hut. Mark your calendars now.
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ON THE COVER
HALF MOON LUNCHEON
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AROUND THE CLUB...
15 TH ANNUAL RED RIVER
VALLEY SWAP MEET
SUBMITTED BY GORD BRUNETTE
Another year has passed and another swap meet. Again this
year the weather was great which showed by the large number
of participants and visitors. I would venture to guess that the
Red River Valley Swap Meet has become the largest of its kind
between the
Red Deer Alberta Swap Meet and the Barrie Ontario Swap Meet
Thanks all the volunteers that worked the swap meet and
who made it a resounding success. This year was our most
successful and if was not for the volunteers we could not have
accomplished the successes we have had over the past 15
years. Job well done by all.
AROUND THE CLUB...
CAR SHOW PRINCIPAL SPARLING SCHOOL
Hello,
I would like to thank you very much for coming and sharing your Classic cars
with our classroom. We really appreciate your time.
I though you might enjoy some of the comments from our kids:
- “I like the horn and the wheels on the black car. It had white on the tires, and
words. I don’t know what it said”
- “It has a planet on it.”
- “It did not have seatbelts.”
- “I liked that we got to climb in the truck.”
- “Me like the horn.”
- “I liked the black car and the guy who showed us the car. He was nice!”
These are some of the exact comments that were made by the adults who
viewed the cars. Just shows that these beautiful vehicles appeal to all ages.
Thanks again, Joy Lywak, Kindergarten teacher, Principal Sparling School
** Thanks Paul Horch & George Rogers for their memorable showing....
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MINUTES OF MCAAC
GENERAL MEETING
RECORDED BY WAYNE PRUDEN
1. President Wayne Pruden called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
He announced that Gordon Forman, Manitoba Director of NAACC
has joined us tonight, and that we would be joined later by Vic
Rubiletz, store manager for Rondex, who will be making a
presentation to us .
2. Minutes of the previous meeting (April 8 th )
Motion to accept minutes as presented- Moved, Seconded,
Carried
3. Unfinished Business;
- MAAC; review of the constitution is in process, with our Club
having in-put
- Review of MPI Safety Inspection Handbook; also in process
- Library; the library committee plans to wrap up this project in the
near future, and anyone with input should contact J. Ewing soon.
4. Correspondence; the Club has received News Letters from Totem
Model A&T Club and Central Alberta Vintage Auto Club
5. New Business;
- Armstrong Point tour; seven heritage homes will be on display
and they have requested MCAAC to provide antique cars. More
info to follow.
- Kelvin High Car Show May 26 th – contact J.Ewing for more info.
- Metcalfe’s Most Excellent Garage Hop- we have good response.
Folks should be ready to move out by 1:30, so come early if you
want to check out the Vintage buses or the museum.
- Swap Meet- this Sunday; Gord reported that every thing is ready
to go. Vendor should plan to come early.
- General discussion;
Gord Forman, introduced earlier in the meeting, spoke of the role
that NAACC plays in the field of the collector car hobby across
Canada.
6. Reports;
1. Chair- Wayne reviewed the Executive Committee’s minutes of
Headingley
Community Centre
Thursday, May 10, 2012
the last meeting, highlighting a motion passed as a result of
concerns about liability when transporting passengers. The motion
made will limit the bus’s transporting of people to only Club
Members who are “the driver & the navigator”. It’s use at events
will be limited to: “Static Display only”. The Vintage Plate issue is
still ongoing. MAAC has a bank balance of $28,000.00+, which
enables it to work on behalf of clubs like MCAAC. The Club will be
purchasing 100 frames for members to purchase so that a picture
wall of club cars can be put together at the museum. The cost per
frame will be very affordable, and will accommodate an 8x10
photograph. Jeff has had very limited response to the High Miler
Award.
2. Treasurer- the Club’s bank balance is $11,000.00. The
upcoming Swap-Meet will add to the Club’ balance.
3. Activities- an updated list has been drawn up and will appear
in the SMR as well as on the Website.
4. Membership- no report
5. Club Projects- no report
6. Side Mount Reporter- no report
7. Swap Meet- Gord reported that all is ready, hoping for good
weather.
8. Club Bus- Doug reported that it will be ready for appearances
at the Selkirk Fair- July 13-15 and the Lockport Festival- Aug 17-
19.
7. Presentation by Rondex Limited; Vic Rubiletz, store manager,
made an informative and interesting presentation to the members
on a product called Picklex 20 and it’s efficient treatment of rust
surfaces. Also spoke about water-based primers and paint being
currently used by up to 90% of body shops. A short question &
answer period concluded his presentation. Thanks to Vic for giving
us his time this evening.
8. Meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
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