BOW TIMES - Central Texas Classic Chevy Club

10503 Oak Valley Trail, Austin, Texas 78736
http://www.centraltexasclassicchevyclub.org
BOW TIMES
Volume 33 Number 7 July 2011
Established in 1979 to
encourage the restoration and preservation of all series and models of 1955,
1956 and 1957 Chevrolets, including Corvettes and Trucks.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE NEXT MEETING
July 21 at El Gallo 2910 S. Congress. There will be a special presentation on wind energy.
Dinner 6PM meeting 7:30.
President’s Message
Members, as this very hot summer season rolls around, be sure to keep yourself hydrated with water or some
refreshing non alcoholic drink. Save the beer for the evening refreshment. You can never keep enough fluids
in your system when you are out side in this heat.
Speaking of the heat, the Fathers Day Car show was a big success for the Antique Club, Road Relics. The heat
was truly a big factor on this day. The attendance was 357 cars registered and that was the largest turn out
ever. Our Club was there also and we did have a good turn out. I hope that I can remember all that were
there but I will try. Ben and Coco Ancira, Don Peterson, Barbara & Joel Parish, Sandy and Gene Grottke,
Bobby Marshall, Jim Jack, Christian & Carl Soeffker, Al & Gwyen Burgess, Pat and Margaret Corbell, Gary &
Barbara Baker, George Thorne, Dave Halley, Billy House, Zeke Salinas, Chester Toothman, Dennis & Wanda,
Gary and Angela Evans, Tony and Chery Scott, and Kay, Logan and I. I hope that I didn't miss anyone. Sorry
if I did. Be sure to mark on the attendance sheet at the next meeting that you were there.
As you can see we had quite a few members present. I brought the 55 couch on a trailer to sell tickets. We
sold a few and a few of the members sat behind the table and helped sell them. Thanks to Christian, Joel &
Barbara and Kay for helping. Logan did most of the selling as I though she would draw more attention then me.
We had 2 canopies up and I brought along a generator borrowed from Rick Shirmer to supply power to it. I
also had a floor fan that Joel hogged most of the time.
So the heat is on, the car shows are in full swing. Hope to see you at the next meeting and please come there
is much to talk about.
See you then, and be careful this summer.
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Members, this month’s meeting will be at the El Gallo Restaurant on So. Congress. We will be having
the super presentation I talked about in the beginning of the year. This presentation is on WIND
GENERATORS and you will be very impressed on this program. I have asked Joe Peter to come and talk
to you all on this. Please make every effort to attend. You will not be disappointed.
Dan
Minutes for the June 2011 Meeting
Minutes of the CTCCC meeting on June 16, 2011.
The meeting was held at the Soeffker's store "All Things Kids" on the square in Georgetown. Twenty-six
members were present. The majority of this group met prior to the meeting for dinner at the Monument Cafe.
Although we've all heard the slogan, "Georgetown, just a conversation away" club President, Dan Bowen,
pointed out that it took us approximately 37 conversations to make our way from southwest Austin to the
cafe in Georgetown! Some members noted as much as 70 miles driven to get there. But it was worth the trip!
The members enjoyed dinner, more conversations and the opportunity to browse the marvelous toys, books
and games offered at our members' store. There were no new members present, but Dan announced the
recent membership of Billy & Le Anne Young, a local musician and owner of two '57 Chevys; Keith & Gail
Newman, owners of too many to mention; Harry & Lori Langley, owners of a '55 Chevy 2-dr sedan; Phil &
Elizabeth Meek, owners of a '56 restored original Chevy Pickup; and soon to be (and once past) member David
Robertson, new owner of a '56 4-dr hardtop Chevy.
Under the wellness report, the first reported was congratulations to Christian Soeffker for his continuing
recovery following his motorcycle accident. Karen showed pictures taken shortly after the accident & without
a doubt, he's looking MUCH better! Joel Parish has continued to have had some medical issues and we wish
him the best.
The minutes form the May meeting were accepted and the Treasurer's report was given and accepted.
Announcements were made about our members currently traveling, Jim & Lynda Rankin celebrating their 50th
Anniversary with a trip to Greece, Jeff & Tammy Campbell traveling in Colorado & Utah, and Corky & Janie
back to their home in Oregon. June Anniversaries & Birthdays were announced.
Checks were awarded to our two 2011 Scholarship winners. The club received a thank you note from Brandon
Grotke, one the two winners. Pam Porter offered to help Dennis with the task of solicitation and selection of
Scholarship winners for the class of 2012.
A report was given on Lone Star 29 held in Dallas, May 26 - 30. CTCCC had 37 members present. It was a
great turnout of members from our club (largest club attending other than the Dallas club) and disappointing
that no recognition was given for such. It was a great show with lots of activities and our club members pulled
in many of the awards. Congratulations to all and thank you to all those attending.
Much of the remainder of the meeting was dedicated to our upcoming Lone Star XXX. The flyers and
registration forms have been completed and were passed out at the Lone Star 29. The '55 Chevy couch has
been completed and traveled with us to the Dallas show. Raffle tickets were sold there successfully with the
help of our members and are now available for all & any members to sell on their own. They are being
distributed in packs of 25, being sold for $10 each or 5 for $40. The couch is now on a small trailer and
available to travel to car shows, etc. for display and the sale of the tickets. The Soeffkers have requested
the couch be on display at their store on the 2nd Saturday of the month for "Georgetown Market Days." Let
us know if you have any ideas for other display opportunities. Remember, all proceeds from the sale of the
tickets will go to the Laity Foundation Free Camp. Dan is in the process of getting posters printed (thanks to
the generosity of Capital Spectrum/CSI Printing) to advertise the couch and benefit. Our member & sponsor,
Jerry Conway, with Sonic has donated the t-shirts for the LSXXX event and we will have the Sonic logo only
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printed on the back of the shirts. In our chairman's absence, Dan announced that we will be in search of more
sponsors to help defray the cost of the event. The sponsorship levels will be $100, $250 & $500. The top two
levels will be entitled to selecting an award winner from the cars at the event. More details of sponsor
benefits to be worked out upon Jim's return. Congratulations to Joel for bringing in our first $500 Sponsor
from an old high school chum, Norman Phillips, with Matrix Controls Corp. We will need plenty more of these
generous individuals and/or companies.
The call is still out for someone to maintain our Club website. Pat Schirmer has a member of her family that
may be capable and available. Until we know we have someone committed to this task, we need to continue the
search. Please, if you, or someone you know can help us, let us know.
We would like to put a club cookbook together. Please send your favorite recipes to Marilyn Peterson at
dpeterson67@austin.rr.com.
If you have something for sale and would like to advertise it in the newsletter, please send your information
to Pat Corbell at lcorbell@austin.rr.com.
Dan requested members to submit their bio's to Pat. Many of us don't know what each other do or did
during their careers or in their retirement. This is a great way to get to know each other better and a great
resource for shared interests, support & networking. The idea is to feature a member in each newsletter.
Please step up, write up and send to Pat at lcorbell@austin.rr.com.
Members were encouraged to come out to the annual Father's Day Car Show at 51st & Lamar on Father's
Day. The '55 couch will be on display with tickets sales and LSXXX flyers available. Other upcoming activities
were announced by Dennis.
The 50/50 drawing for the scholarship fund was won by Tony Scott. A special prize was won by Don
Peterson. (Thank you to Christian & Karen for the donation of the special prize since Dan grabbed the wrong
briefcase! Oops!) And thanks again to the Soeffkers for the use of their store for the meeting.
The meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted by Kay Bowen, Treasurer (in Cristy's absence)
New Members
Philip and Elizabeth Meek Billy and Le Ann Young
Birthdays and Anniversaries
7/1 Wayne Casteel 7/1 Christian Soeffker
7/2 Jean Sellstrom 7/4 Theresa Halley
7/5 Rena Johnson 7/5 Corky and Janie Lien, anniversary
7/9 Dave and Theresa Halley, anniversary 7/11 Dennis Zwernemann
7/14 Maria Marshall 7/14 Jim and Jean Sellstrom
7/18 Claybourn and Pat Ball, anniversary 7/18 Margaret Bednorz
7/20 Philip and Elizabeth Meek 7/24 Christy Zay
7/27 Rick Schirmer 7/27 Stan and Carol Martin, anniversary
7/29 George Thorne 7/30 Ronnie Raben
7/31 Elizabeth Meek
Please report newsletter errors or omissions to Pat Corbell 512 295-6701 email lcorbell@austin.rr.com.
FOR SALE: For 1957 Chevrolet - one pair front accessory bumper guards (w/mounting hardware) and one
pair rear accessory bumper guards. All like new. Asking $500 + shipping. Doug Travis 830 997-0961
FOR SALE a hood, front splash pan, headlight buckets, rear one piece bumper with guards plus a bunch of
misc front sheet metal and parts for sale. Email me if you are interested.
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FOR SALE Radiator for 55-57 - $100. Mounts in the 6 cyl. Position. 2. Two kick panels in black with speakers
for '57 Chevy $70 cost $140 new. Christian Soeffker (512)627-0927.
Upcoming Events
More details about these events are available on the CTCCC website
- July 16 Freddy’s 2602 FM 1825 Pflugerville 7PM – 10PM Free meal to each registered driver of a Classic
Car. Free Registration.
- July 29-31 Fredericksburg Swap Meet Lady Bird Johnson Park Fredericksburg TX.
- July 30 Wendy’s 4115 S Congress Austin, TX
- August 13 Wendy’s 1102 Rivery Blvd, Georgetown, TX
- August 27 Wendy’s 607 Louis Henna Blvd Round Rock, TX
- Sept 10 Wendy’s 5000 W Slaughter Lane, Austin, TX
Wear Your Patriotic Colors to Honor 10th Anniversary 9/11
- Oct 22 3 rd Annual Gear Heads Open Car Show Buda TX 9AM-4PM $20 Pre-Registration
- Oct 29 Wendy’s 5760 Airport Blvd (Butter Crust) Austin, TX
Halloween Spooktakular. Trick or Treating & Costume Contest
Note. Wendy’s Shows are 5:30-10PM Saturday Nights. Registration 5:15-& sharp. $10 entry fee. Any
questions, please email snoopcruiser@sbcglobal.net or call 512 989 0432 or Darla cell 512 784 7088.
North Local Cruise Show:
Car Show in Cedar Park every Sat. nite at the old Albertson's parking lot @ 6:00.
Burnet Local Show @ O Reilly's Auto Parts on Hwy 281
Temple Car Show at the French Quarter on North 3rd.every second Sat.
Saturday night cruise in or car show at the Texas Road House by Tinseltown movie theater in Pflugerville. It
goes from about 6-10. It’s the one. It’s behind the restaurant.
South Local Cruise Show
Dick’s Classic Garage Cruise In Night Every 3 rd Saturday 6-8:30 PM 120 Stagecoach Trail San Marcos 1
block south of Wonder World Drive on Hunter Road www.dicksclassicgarage.org 512-878-2406
Bastrop Cruise at the Tractor Supply on Hwy 71 every Sat nite.
Lockhart Cruise Nite, Second Saturday at 5:30 @ O'Reily's Auto Parts HWY 183
Luling First Saturday at 5:30 Downtown on Davis Street.
Buda – Cabela’s parking lot each Saturday night until 10 PM.
Houston Club’s trip to Fredericksburg this year will be October 28 th and 29 th. Motel: The Super 8
Rates: 2 Queens or a King for $69.00Telephone: 830-997-6568. Please call NOW and make your
reservation because the place does FILL UP. For you new members who haven’t yet taken our
annual trip to Fredericksburg, it’s a blast. We arrive around 3 in the afternoon on Friday and relax
before dinner. We usually scatter for dinner. After breakfast we take day trips around the area or
go shopping in town. Saturday night most of us take in a show at the Rockbox Theater. Sunday, it’s
on the road after breakfast. It’s always a fun weekend.
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Couch at the Father’s Day Car Show
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Central Texas Classic Chevy Club
10503 Oak Valley Trail
Austin, Texas 78736
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