April - Manitoba Classic and Antique Auto Club

VOL.
51
ISSUE 04
APRIL 2010
MCAAC PAST PRESIDENTS ATTENDING THE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION EVENING
PHOTO BY OTTO SO

C A N A D A
A U T O
SERVING THE
HOBBY
SINCE 1971!
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 JOHN EWING
The thank yous are starting to flow in
earnest now.
The tech talk for the women at the
March general meeting was fun,
informative and tasted good too. Big thank
you to the Prudens, and in particular Kathy,
for taking the initiative, getting the
supplies, preparing in advance and
running the fancy sandwich making
session. We had over a dozen participants
and I understand it was a good time! Thanks Kathy.
Marilynn Schultz (and Art !) prepared cookies of two varieties
for the general meeting and free coffee and cookies were
enjoyed by all. Marilynn also held a great 50/50 draw with
proceeds going to support the Spring Fling, that Marilynn and
Art (and I have to think a few conscripts!) put together . Marilynn
spares no energy in the preparations and organization and the
proof is in how large (and growing) the attendance is year after
year. This 50 th event is sure to be another great one!
Bryne continues to work tirelessly for the club, getting new
club project materials with an eye on the special 50 th events for
the new ‘stuff’. Look for great new items by the swap meet
days of spring and summer.
Great job by Ross (and his merry band of helpers) in the
Reunion event in February. And a big thanks to all tireless efforts
by the members, and most who attended will agree the archive
materials and pictures were of great interest. Thanks Jack
Mavins, Ken Shaw, Otto So, Paul Horch, and their team of
helpers.
I know I am treading on thin ice by naming names, as there
are others who pitch in and are not named. This will continue
all year, as you can imagine, as there will be events going
through the year and I will try to thank everyone as we go.
Next up is the World of Wheels show, and the Wilsons and the
Dycks are all a go-go on this. This will be a great showcase for
the club and then bring on April, and all the cars will be out and
on the road.
NEXT GENERAL MEETING • Sunday, April 11 @ 2:00 p.m • Headingley Community Centre at 5353 Portage Ave.
EDITOR’S
NOTES
BY BRYNE MCKAY
We are making progress with our
ratio of hard copies of the Side
Mount Reporter (SMR) being mailed
compared to the number going out
by email only. In December 2007 we were sending out 107
hard copies to members along with 40 members who only
received SMR by email. As of March 2010 we are sending out
93 hard copies to members and 73 members receive SMR by
email only. Conclusion: December 2007 27% of members
receive SMR by email only and as of March 2010 44% receive
by email only. Hopefully the day will come when no hard copies
have to be sent out.
Derek Thille was telling me about the Largest One-day Car
Show and Swap Meet held in Minneapolis/St Paul. It is put on
by the Gopher State Buick Club. They hand out Awards for 60
Classes incorporating different years and makes. Sounds like
a fun time. Check it out at www.gopherstatebuick.org/
springshow/ or call (651) 770-8096.
For those connected to the internet, you will find these
websites sent in by our vast membership very interesting. The
first one was submitted by Jim Drummond. You will never
believe the tight spot this fellow parks in beside his house. Go
to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbZvnH0zADA . The
next one was sent in by our publisher Rick Penko. It is
about 1940 Dodge barn find which was hidden for half a
Century ! Google “the 1940 barn dodge”. Bill Shestopalka
sent in a link to a gentleman’s collection of model cars. But
this is not any regular model collection. Google “Flickr:
Michael Paul Smith’s Photostream” and you will be blown
away.
When a member is good enough to submit a story, picture
or link their name is tagged to it when it appears in the SMR.
Sometimes I receive several emails on the same story/link.
When this happens the policy is to use the name of the
person who first sent in the story/link. Hopefully you find
that fair and the automotive information will keep coming in.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BY ELEANOR BRUNETTE
Our sincere condolences have been sent out to Maybelle Fraser
and family on the passing of Laurie Fraser on February 26th at
the age of 85. Laurie had been a long time member of this
club but had not been active for several years because of ill
health. I know that he did enjoy the hobby of restoring antique
cars which he shared with his nephew and fellow car club
member Jim Scurfield. Laurie really was one of the Good Guys!
Our sympathies also go out Madeline McGuigan on the
passing of her brother John Robitaille on February 22 at the
age of 86. John was one of the Charter Members of the Manitoba
Classic and Antique Auto Club.
Also our get well wishes go out to Bill Crocker who
has been in hospital and to Martin Schellenberg who had
suffered a heart attack. We wish you both speedy
recoveries.
1940 Dodge
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Vol. 51 Issue #04 April 2010 — Sidemount Reporter 2

MANITOBA CLASSIC AND ANTIQUE AUTO CLUB
P.O. Box 1031, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2W2
Website - www.mcaac.mb.ca
2010 EXECUTIVE ELECTED OFFICERS
President - John Ewing 896-0561
47 Deerpark Dr. WPG, MB R3R 3N4
Vice-President - Wayne Pruden 757-2949
12 Mirey Creek Dr., LOCKPORT, MB R1A 2S5
Past President - Jim Drummond 489-8315
305 Carpathia Rd. WPG, MB R3N 1T2
Secretary - Vacant
Treasurer - Norman Magnusson 284-4522
6 Windermere Bay, WPG, MB R3T 1B2
Activities - Wolf Fuhr 224-3152
Paul Horch 586-2265
Membership - Ellsworth Hay 837-8161
912 Vimy Rd. WPG, MB R2Y 0T6
Club Projects - Bryne McKay 269-5037
58 Kendale Dr. WPG, MB R3T 5M4
Social - Vacant
Judging & Class. - Jim Drummond 489-8315
305 Carpathia Rd. WPG, MB R3N 1T2
APPOINTED OFFICERS
Editor - Bryne McKay 269-5037
58 Kendale Dr., WPG, MB R3T 5M4 Fax: 261-5546
brynemckay@mts.net
Librarian - Otto So 227-3377
Appraisals - Gary Lambert 338-9090
51 Blackthorne Bay, WPG, MB R2V 4N2
Swap Meet - Gord Brunette 222-2298
90 Allenby Cres., WPG, MB R2C 3J2
Advertising - Wayne Pruden 757-2949
12 Mirey Creek Dr., LOCKPORT, MB R1A 2S5
External Publicity - Vacant
DIRECTORS
George Rogers 896-0539
Ross Metcalfe 831-8165
Denis Robert 878-2474
VOLUNTEER OFFICERS
Bus - Dean Weiten 888-1334
Email Notices - John Ewing 896-0561
ewing@shaw.ca
Labels & Roster - Ellsworth Hay 837-8161
Manitoba Association of Auto Clubs (MAAC) -
Wolf Fuhr 224-3152
Cards & Recipes - Eleanor Brunette 222-2298
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.
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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.
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Vol. 51 Issue #04 April 2010 — Sidemount Reporter 3

ON THE COVER
MCAAC 5O TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION EVENING
SUBMITTED BY ROSS METCALF (PRESIDENT 1983)
On February 27 th , 2010, history repeated itself as the membership of
the MCAAC attended the 50 th anniversary evening honoring the
founding of the club. Twenty-five years ago, the MCAAC also held its
25 th anniversary
evening at the same
location – the
Assiniboine Park
Conservatory.
Approximately 125
people, of which 23
were in full period
costume of the
1920s, 30s, 40s and
50s, attended to
celebrate the clubs
golden anniversary.
Founding Members and their wives- Jack (left) and
Yvonne Mavins and Ron and Pat Cunningham
(photo by Otto So)
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Almost 25 years of
the Presidency was
represented
including both
former female presidents, Lil Sparks and Evelyn Touchette. Evelyn
even won the best-dressed female costume and past-president George
Rogers won for the best-dressed male category. Past-president, Robyn
McCombe (1985) and his wife
Janet, judged Bryne and
Doreen McKay as taking
home the honors of the bestdressed
couple. It’s been
many years since so many
people showed up in costume
to show off the great club
spirit. My personal favourite
was Bob Niblock who sported
his flashy 1950s dress shirt
which he bought new.
With opening remarks by
President John Ewing (the
only father and son combo to
be president – his father held
this position in 1973), it was
time to cut the two ceremonial
cakes. The honours fell to two
attending founding members
Evelyn Touchette won for the Best
and their wives. Jack and
Yvonne Mavins and Ron and
Pat Cunningham each cut a
Female Costume (photo by El Hay)
50 th anniversary cake to celebrate 50 years of the old car hobby in
Manitoba (Manitoba’s oldest car club).
Holding the new club banner for a photo
op were Ken and Marie Shaw who have
been active members since the first year
after the club got started. Ken and Marie,
and both their sons, Danny and Darren
were there representing the so many club
families whose children grew up enjoying
this great hobby with their parents.
Incidentally, Jack Mavins is also the
club historian and had out a very
impressive display of the club’s first 25
years. This included the whole pictorial
history of the buying and restoring of the
club bus. It was a shame that John
Blanchette, the architect behind the plans
for the bus, and also a past president and
charter member, had recently
passed on just before the 50 th
reunion. I know that John was
watching from above with a big
smile on his face.
A tremendous effort was put
forth by Ken Shaw and Paul Horch
(as a film editor) to produce over
four hours of original home movies
of club members from 1960 (the
1 st year) and after. From the private
collections of Horch, Shaw, the
Rostecki family, and George Ewing
to name just a few, this impressive
piece of history played throughout
the evening on a big-screen TV
within eyeshot of the bar. Not to be
outdone, Otto So amassed (in
another room of the Conservatory
along with the Mavins historical
display) an impressive array of still
photos shown by projector
spanning the last 10+ years.
Food and friendship, a cold
beverage on this February evening provided a superb surrounding to
honour the MCAAC 50 th anniversary reunion evening. A
commemorative photo of approximately 17 club presidents was taken,
representing almost 25 years (Dean Weiten counts as a whole bunch).
Many thanks to Jean and Gerry
Holm, Ross and Marilyn Smith and
my wife Kris for their help. The last
word of thanks is reserved for
George and Nancy Rogers for their
strong leadership at the steering
committee level and to the unsung
hero, Al Holmberg, who will be at
every event looking at the activities
through the lens of a camera. His
film will be the final outcome of our
anniversary year and I think will be
the crowning jewel on this
impressive club’s history.
As the Frostbite Tour and the
Reunion are now in the books, our
attention will be on the upcoming
events, most notably the World of
Wheels at which we are the
featured club.
Bryne &Doreen McKay won for Best
Dressed Couple (photo by Otto So)
Nancy and George Rogers, George
won for the Best Male Costume
(photo by El Hay)
(l to r) Bob Niblock, Sharon & Wayne Wilson, Noel & Ronita
Roy and Margaret Kaban (photo by Otto So)
Our Club Historian, Jack Mavins had several displays
covering our 1 st 25 years (photo by Otto So) continued on page 6

SIDEMOUNT
AUTOMOTIVE
CLASSIFIED ADS
(OTHER CLUBS PLEASE COPY)
Wanted:
- All Manitoba Motor League and Winnipeg Auto Club stuff prior
to 1956. ALSO will pay big dollars for early Harley and Indian
motorcycle engines.
Contact: Ross Metcalfe at (204) 831-8165 or
moose102@escape.ca
• • •
For Sale (Lead):
- 1928 Ford complete rolling
chassis with all suspension in
working order. Complete with
engine, trans, rear end,
steering column and wheel.
This chassis is in good condition, with good working brakes.
Engine runs. As far as I understand the engine was rebuilt a few
years ago.
Contact: Mick Delisle in Winnipeg at mick.delisle@gmail.com
• • •
Wanted (Lead):
- Two consecutively numbered (ie AB-12-34, AB-12-35) Manitoba
71 base pairs. Condition need only be ‘g’ or better, and sticker
year is not important (75 preferred, but not going to quibble...). If
you have anything like this available, please let me know.
Contact: Jeff Ellis at somewhereinthecity@gmail.com
• • •
For Sale:
- 1929 Model A Ford
Sedan with Murray body,
in very good condition.
Runs well, dual tail lights
with turn signals, Ford
script spare tire cover,
spare tire lock, Ford script
motometer, recent
battery, new safety glass and channels in doors, electric
windshield wiper, rear view mirror with clock, exhaust whistle,
excellent tires and tubes. Manuals and some extra parts included.
This is an all around nice car to use as is, not for hot rodding or
rat rodding. Price, $13,800.
Contact: Bob Rostecki at (204) 269-3903 or
bobannr@hotmail.com
• • •
For Sale (Lead):
- 1928 Model A Ford.
Contact: Bill Kachur
at (204) 224-3384
• • •
For Sale (Lead):
- An excellent recently restored
1965 Sunbeam Alpine, 1725cc
engine rebuilt, Weber 32/36
carburetor, new 3 core radiator,
rebuilt Borg Warner auto trans, rebuilt seats, new interior panels
and carpets, rechromed bumpers and more. Located in Mitchell,
SD. Submitted by Chuck Ingram.
Contact: Paul at (665) 770-7788 or palmjeld@mit.midco.net
• • •
Wanted:
- Jack and tool kit for a 1941 Plymouth coupe
Contact: Bryne Mckay at (204) 269-5037 or brynemckay@mts.net
• • •
For Sale (Lead):
- Collection of cars and tractors:
47 Ford Coupe, 62 Mercury 4dr,
59 Ply 2dr HT-excellent chrome,
48 Ford coupe, 50 Merc 1/2 T-
flathead V/8, 77 Cougar-302 V/
8, 47 Merc 2dr, 52 Monarch 4dr,
46 Monarch 4dr, 28 Chev grain
truck-motor, frame &
undercarriage, 40 Nash, 57
Merc Y2 ton short box, 47 Ford
1/2T, 63 Chry 4dr HT-383 V/8,
50 Studebaker Commander
2dr, 50 Studebaker 4dr, 79 Ford
F250, 59 Chev Impala 4dr HT,
51 Ford grain truck, 72 Lincoln-
460 4dr, 62 Fairlane 221 V/8, 59
GMC 1/2T step side 6 cyl, 37
Olds coupe-no power train, 70
Galaxie 500 2dr HT 351 V/8,
21,000 mi on new engine, 56
Ford 2dr HT, 41 Ford 4dr, 39 Chev
4dr, 60 Ply 4dr, 28 Ford Model A
plus parts, 65 Merc Parklane 2dr
HT 390 4 barrel. Plus 29 tractors.
Vehicles are near Boissevain MB.
Contact: Jack Kemp at (204) 534
6859
• • •
Howell
“Hoedown”
50th Anniversary
Celebration
Pig Roast
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Stonewall, MB
3:00 - 7:00 pm
Howell Residence
On Highway 7 approx. a mile north of the intersection of
Highway 7 and 67 (approx. ¼ mile after the end of the 4 lanes)
Bring a lawn chair, and beverage of
your choice if desired, coffee supplied.
Tickets $10.00 each available from
Gord Brunette, John Ewing, Mort
McKechnie and Wolf Fuhr
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ON THE COVER
MCAAC 5O TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4
Gail and El Hay (photo by El Hay)
Members viewing our club history on the big screen TV (photo by Otto So)
Wayne & Kathy Pruden (photo by El Hay)
23 members showed up in full costume (photo by Otto So)
Kristine &
Ross Metcalfe
(photo by
El Hay)
(photo by Otto So)
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Ron Cunningham, Bryan Norrie & Armand
Stroppa discussing the good old days?
(photo by Otto So)
continued on page 7

ON THE COVER
MCAAC 5O TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6
Kathy Pruden, Doreen Mckay, Laurette Godard, Irene Pike & Ruth Poitras (photo by El Hay)
Cecilia and Harry Mortimer (photo by El Hay)
Marie and Ken Shaw had the President’s picture board on display at the President’s Reception on February 27 th . (photo by Otto So)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Mark YourCalendars
Date Event Location Contact
April 05 Half Moon Luncheon Lockport, MB Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
Noon
April 11 MCAAC General Meeting Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage Ave.
2:00 pm
April 18 Spring Fling Kingswood Golf Course M. Schultz (204) 444-3022
See Notice in This Issue
La Salle , MB
April 30 - May 02 Rondex Rodarama East End Arena Brian (204) 338-8429
May 02 Car Show/Swap Meet Minnesota State Fairgrounds Derek Thille (204) 475-2694
May 09 MCAAC General Meeting Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage Ave.
2:00 pm
May 15 Howell’s Hoedown (Pig Roast) See notice this Issue
May 16 Swap Meet Red River Ex. Grounds G. Brunette (204) 222-2298
M. McKechnie (204) 889-9970
May 24 Half Moon Luncheon Lockport, MB Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
Noon
June 10 (Thurs.) MCAAC General Meeting Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage Ave.
7:00 pm
June 12 MCAAC Show & Shine Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage W. Fuhr (204) 224-3152
Eager Volunteers Required 9:00 am Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
June 13 Portage la Prairie Car Show Meet at Headingley C.C. W. Fuhr (204) 224-3152
9:00 am Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
June 19 Golden Links Seniors Ctr. S&S 2280 St. Mary’s Rd. Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
10:00 am - 11:30 am
June 20 Seine River Retirement S&S 1015 St. Anne’s Rd. Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
Arrive 11:00 am, BBQ 11:30-12:30, Depart 1:30 pm
June 21 Half Moon Luncheon Lockport, MB Paul Horch (204) 586-2256
Noon
July 08 (Thurs.) MCAAC General Meeting Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage Ave.
7:00 pm
July 25 MCAAC Feature Club Cruisin’ the Peg John Ewing (204) 896-0561
6:00 pm
Aug. 07-13 Keystone Circle Tour Denis Robert (204) 878-2474
Aug. 12 (Thurs.) MCAAC General Meeting Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage Ave.
7:00 pm
Sep. 09 (Thurs.) MCAAC General Meeting Headingley C.C. 5353 Portage Ave.
7:00 pm
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, http://www.maac.autoclubs.ca/
There...
I fixed It!
(submitted by
Rick Penko)
Vol. 51 Issue #04 April 2010 — Sidemount Reporter 8
BORDER CRIME ALERT
submitted by Ray Smith
The United States Border Patrol is
asking citizens to keep on the look
out for a red 1951 Chevy that they
suspect is being used to smuggle
illegal immigrants across the border
of Mexico and into points along the
U.S. border. If you see the vehicle
pictured at right and have reasons
to believe that it is the suspect
vehicle, you are urged to contact
your local police department or
federal government authorities.

SMR
FROM OUR KITCHEN
TO YOURS
BREAD MACHINE HOT DOGS
SUBMITTED BY
DOROTHY STROPPA
1954 Kitchen
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 beaten egg
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
Method:
- Place ingredients in bread machine in order as above. Set on
dough setting.
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
- When dough is ready, divide into 12 pieces and wrap around
regular size wieners.
- Place on greased baking sheet, seam side down and let rise
for 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 18 minutes.
NEW MEMBER – TOM TENHOVE
SUBMITTED BY TOM
She’s a 1946 Fargo ½ ton in almost original condition. It
is powered by a flathead 6 that was rebuilt by the previous
owner, runs great. I am planning on converting the electrical
to a 12 volt system. Will be painting it like a mock fire truck,
due to being a retired firefighter and now with a wellness
company. The truck will be used for advertising so I can
use my hobby (vintage vehicles) as a write off. I am still
looking for a red beacon for the roof. If there is anyone
selling one please contact me.
Glad to be a member once again as I
still have my name badge from the early
70’s. I was too young and the antique
car that I had then (and many more) was
my daily beater worth only $125.
WHERE OLD
TIRES GO
TO BE
REINCARNATED
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FILL ‘ER UP WITH HUMOUR
YOU CAN’T OUTSMART A WOMAN DRIVER
A woman and a man are involved in a car accident on a snowy,
cold Monday morning; it’s a bad one. Both of their cars are
totally demolished but amazingly neither of them are hurt. God
works in mysterious ways. After they crawl out of their cars,
the man is yelling.... about women drivers; the woman says,
“So you’re a man. That’s interesting. I’m a woman. Wow, just
look at our cars! There’s nothing left, but we’re unhurt. This
must be a sign from God that we should meet and be friends
and live together in peace for the rest of our days”. Flattered,
the man replies, “Oh yes, I agree with you completely; this
must be a sign from God! But you’re still at fault….women
shouldn’t be allowed to drive. The woman continues, “And look
at this, here’s another miracle. My car is completely demolished
but this bottle of wine didn’t break. Surely God wants us to
drink this wine and celebrate our good fortune.” Then she hands
the bottle to the man. The man nods his head in agreement,
opens it and drinks half the bottle and then hands it back to the
woman. The woman takes the bottle and immediately puts the
cap back on, and hands it back to the man. The man asks,
“Aren’t you having any?” The woman replies, “No, I
think I’ll just wait for the police ….”
FOR SALE
2010 50 TH ANNIVERSARY
CALENDARS
Featuring
MCAAC member’s cars from the past.
Hang one up in your home, office and shop.
Also makes an excellent gift for Father’s Day
or any other time.
Only $8.00
Contact: Bryne Mckay at (204) 269-5037 or
brynemckay@mts.net or
Paul Horch at (204) 586-2265
Manitoba Classic & Antique Auto Club
13 TH ANNUAL
ADMISSION
$3.00 Per Person
Children Free
(12 Yrs. & Under Accompanied by an Adult)
SHOW & SHINE
Open to all Vehicles 25 Yrs. & Older, Street Rods,
Modified & Special Interest Vehicles.
Vehicles & Driver Only Admitted Free.
CONTACT: Gord Brunette (204) 222-2298
brunette@mts.net or
Mort McKechnie (204) 889-9970
RED RIVER VALLEY SWAP MEET
SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2010
RED RIVER EXHIBITION PARK
3977 PORTAGE AVE. WINNIPEG MB
HOURS
Vendor Set-up Starting at 6:30 a.m.
Gates Open at 8:00 a.m.
Close at 4:00 p.m.
VENDOR SPACE RENTALS: $10.00
All outside (rain or shine)
NOTE: Vendors supply their own table
CAR CORRAL: $10.00
Per vehicle for sale (Vehicles must be
25 yrs. or older or special Interest)
PLEASE BRING A DONATION FOR WINNIPEG HARVEST
Vol. 51 Issue #04 April 2010 — Sidemount Reporter 10

LOOKING BACK
Editor’s comment; The following article written by Ken Shaw was copied
from the March 1995 Side Mount Reporter.
KEYSTONE KAPERS
This month I have been asked to give you a little background on the
event that we call “Keystone Kapers”. Back in the middle sixties we
were finding that a lot of club members were going to their summer
cottages almost every weekend, therefore making participation in
activities put on by MCAAC impossible during the summer months.
Thinking of the day, was that if we put on one big event in the middle of
the summer, we may be able to get the cottagers, golfers, fishermen,
etc., to stay in town and bring the whole family out to such an event.
The rest of course is history.
The first Keystone weekend of 1969 was well received by the
membership and the event turned out to be our best attended and
largest event of the year for a long time. The fact that it was held the
same time every year, made it easy for members to plan their holidays
and summer schedule accordingly. Other activities of course, usually
every other weekend, were held for the members who just liked to
drive around town or take a drive in the country in their old cars.
The Keystone weekend started on Friday evening with a registration
party to collect money, give out tickets, etc. Saturday was usually a
tour, dinner and dance. Sunday was our run to Portage La Prairie, and
for the old cars this was quite a challenge. Monday was a pancake
breakfast and a short city tour which ended early in the afternoon.
Over the years, we saw variations of this event, such as Swap Meets,
Boat Cruises, Museum tours, etc. It basically boils down to the fact
“whatever the activities people of the day can come up with”.
Well, I hope this gives you a better idea of what is meant when you
hear the words “Keystone Kapers”.
1907 Ford Model R (Could this be a
Keystone Circle Tour car. Yes it could!)
MCAAC GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
KEYSTONE CIRCLE TOUR UPDATE
BY DENIS ROBERT
Is anyone wondering what all the silence has been about these last
few months? I don’t blame you, I’d be wondering too. It’s just that,
unlike Saint Faustina, I haven’t worked out how to be bi-local yet. I
can’t be in Texas and Manitoba at the same time. Dean Weiten has an
excuse too; I’ve been keeping him in the dark, not answering his emails,
etc, and that’s because I forgot the passwords. So he’s basically had
nothing to report.
Well, all that is changing, now that I’m back and talking to Dean
again. So, in the next couple of months or so, get ready for some
information overload as the KCT picks up steam.
And speaking of steam, did you know that one of the highlights of
the Coast-to-Coast tour in Manitoba is a ride on the Prairie Dog Central
using live steam. That’s right, and we’re renting the whole train. Of
course, priority for tickets will go to the Coasters but if they don’t fill all
300 spots, those who are signed up for the KCT will get a shot at seats
and, BIG IF there’s still room after that, MCAAC members at large will
have a chance to get on board.
Ditto for the bus tours to select Folklorama pavilions where those
on the bus will be given priority VIP seating front and center for the
shows. Please don’t ask me how I swung that. Well, okay, my grandson
is one of the Folklorama youth ambassadors.
Same thing goes for the Paddlewheel Queen or Princess if that event
materializes. After a disastrous season last year, it is unsure at this
point if either of those ships will run this year but we hope so. If not,
we’ll have another exciting adventure for you.
Now folks, we haven’t even left Winnipeg yet and I’ve given you
three good reasons to sign up for the KCT. In the coming months,
Dean and I will be giving you plenty more good reasons. But why wait
for that? If you sign up now, you can still get in for only a hundred
bucks (good reason #4). But be very mindful of that April 30 deadline.
Now here’s another good point that Dean made at the March meeting
that should be shared with all those who get the Sidemount Reporter:
DON’T WORRY! That prewar car you’ve always wanted to take on
tour, but were afraid to because it’s so slow, WILL BE FINE on this tour.
You won’t be left behind. Except for key organizers on tour who may
have to go ahead to set up events, the SLOWEST car on the tour will
be leading the pack. And Dean has already committed to bringing up
the rear to look after any breakdowns, which, of course, won’t happen
anyway.
So, you see, there is really no good reason to deprive yourselves of
all the fun we’re going to have on this tour. So go to your computer,
print up a registration form and send it in. Haven’t got a computer? No
problem! Just give Dean or me a call and we’ll get a form out to you.
Just do it. DO IT NOW!
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Kingswood Golf Course
(Wheelchair Access)
La Salle, Manitoba
Meet at LaSalle turnoff and Perimeter at 11:45am
Buffet at 12:30 PM
$11.25 per person, children 12 and under $5.00 (includes taxes and tip)
Menu Buffet includes Scrambled eggs, sausages, bacon, ham, pancakes, mini muffins,
fruit cocktail, perogies and salad. Coffee, tea and juice.
Tickets will be available at the March & April meetings
Call Marilynn at (204) 444-3022 to make arrangements
Cut off date: April 11, 2010 (April’s meeting)
Join the Fun • Great Food • Door Prizes • Meet Friends
COME ON OUT! • SEE YOU THERE
Vol. 51 Issue #04 April 2010 — Sidemount Reporter 11

MINUTES OF MCAAC
GENERAL MEETING
RECORDED BY WAYNE PRUDEN
1. President J. Ewing called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m. (after
numerous raps with the gavel) Pres. Ewing then made note of
the slide-show that was running showing the celebrations at the
recent 50 th Anniversary President’s Reception.
2. Intro of guests/New members –
Alan Turner, owner of a ’73 Triumph
TR6, introduced himself and was
welcomed as a new member.
J. Ewing took a moment to inform
the members that while the meeting
was in progress a “Tech-Talk” for
the women was being held in the
adjoining room. Kathy Pruden was
giving a demonstration on the
making of “fancy” sandwiches.
(Samples will be available after the
meeting). In addition Marilynn and Art
Schultz had provided a large number of
“home-made” cookies.
3. The Agenda was based on the previous
meetings minutes and accepted by those
present.
Minutes from the February meeting
were presented. A correction was made
to the dates given for the Howell’s
Hoedown and Swap meet , and with that
correction the minutes were accepted .
Motion –to accept the minutes as
amended
Moved, seconded -Carried
5. Business arising from the minutes –
none
6. Unfinished business – none
7. Correspondence –There were the
usual newsletters from other clubs.
8. Reports;
1. Chair – J. Ewing had no additional report
other than a few lame Irish jokes.
2. Secretary – position vacant - no report.
We really need a member to step up
and volunteer for this job.
3. Treasurer – N. Magnusson – indicated
that he is gathering material for a year
end report.
4. Activities; - P. Horch, W. Fuhr made note
of the fact that there are many activities
planned for the coming “Car Season”.
Members are advised to read their Side Mount Reporter carefully
as all events and dates will be listed there.
5. Membership – El Hay indicated that we have a total of 170
members and that app. 15 members had yet to re-new their
membership. There was a number that may not re-new this year.
6. Club Projects – B. McKay indicated that there were still a few 50 th
Anniversary Calendars available (at a reduced rate) plus many
other products are available.
7. Side Mount Reporter – It was noted that this is the last year as
editor for B. McKay. The Club is looking for a replacement. If you
feel this is a job you could do please notify the President
(Ewing not Obama)
8. Social – J. Ewing – John indicated we are still looking for a
volunteer for this position. [ to stop the flow of lame jokes]
9. Judging and Classification – no report –
10. Library – Otto So gave a brief update.
Vol. 51 Issue #04 April 2010 — Sidemount Reporter 12
Laurie Mustard showed up at the March General Meeting with his latest
acquisition, a sweet looking 1948 Mercury. (Photo by Bryne Mckay)
New member Alan Turner was introduced to
membership at General Meeting. Alan owns a
1973 Triumph TR-6. (Photo by Otto So)
Tech Talk presented to the ladies by Kathy Pruden.
(Photo by Otto So)
Headingley
Community Centre
Sunday, March 14, 2010
11. Publicity – VACANT – Volunteer needed to be “The Club Voice”.
12. Side Mount Ad Sales – W. Pruden indicated invoices are going
out and cheques are coming in.
13. Bus – Dean Weiten gave a brief update on the status of the
Club Bus. We still have it and it will be
ready for the season’s events.
14. MAAC – meeting was cancelled,
no report
15. Swap Meet – G. Brunette gave
an update on some of the plans for
this year’s swap meet. Gord indicated
that many of the “Swap Meet”
personnel have been at this task for
quite a few years and it would help
considerably if some additional
members volunteered to help out.
Once again check your Side Mount for
additional info.
16. Events: It was noted that a number of
Show & Shines are set up for Senior’s
Residences this summer, check the Side
Mount. In addition there are big plans afoot
to celebrate the 100 th Anniversary of the
opening of the Lockport Dam this August
21, 22 nd . They have requested that the Club
Bus and members attend. Additional
information will be made available as we
receive it.
8. 50 th Anniversary Committee Report
–R. Metcalfe reminded members of the
upcoming MCAAC Circle Tour, room is still
available. As of this date eleven people
have signed up. Deadline for the $100 sign
up is April 30 after that it will cost $125. It
was pointed out that members did not
have to worry about whether their older
cars could take the pace. The slowest car
will set the pace. Ross also pointed out
that this year’s club membership card will
be a “Collector Card” produced in metal,
so it was imperative that everyone pay up
sooner rather than later. Ross also
reminded everyone about the resurrection
of the Howell’s Hoedown, a pig roast to
be held at Howell’s residence the day
before the swap meet. Tickets are
available. See Wolf, Gord Brunette, Mort
M. cost is $10.
Marilynn Schultz reminded everyone that tickets are available for
the Spring Fling which is being held at Kingswood Golf and
Country Club, Sunday April 18 th .
Wayne Wilson gave an update on the planning taking place for
the World of Wheels Show, it sounds like a great Club event and
members are encouraged to take part, any help that can be given
to pull this event off would be appreciated. Contact J. Dyck or
Wayne Wilson, their numbers are in your roster. Move in times
are 10 a.m. to 12 noon on March 25 th . The MCAAC will have a
display occupying 1600 square feet!
President Ewing announced that Glen and Karen Dudeck of
Dudeck Motors and D I Custom Coatings had made a generous
donation of time and materials to redo stanchions for the Club.
9. Unfinished Business – none
11. New Business – none
Motion –to adjourn – moved/seconded Carried-