Issue: V34-4 – February 2017 the Voice of the Macedon
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THE VOICE OF THE MACEDON RANGES A ES ND G D N I A A0003800S S R T R N & DISTRICT MOTOR CLUB INC. I C O T D - E I C A0003800S N A C . M M B OTOR CLU DINGO SANCTUARY DEC. 4 2016 ISSUE: V34-4 – FEBRUARY 2017 Club Objective: To encourage the restoration, preservation and operation A ES ND G D of motorised vehicles. N I A A0003800S S R T R N I C O T D Meetings: First Wednesday of every month (except Jan) at 8pm. - E I C N A C . Disclaimer: The opinions and ideas expressed in this magazine are not M necessarily those of the club or the committee. No responsibility can be taken M B for accuracy of submissions. OTOR CLU Committee 2016/2017 President - Alan Martin Vice President - Ted Delia Ph: 0402 708 408 Ph: 0424 244 390 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Secretary-Hanging Rock- Graham Williams Treasurer - Adam Furniss Ph: 0419 393 023 Ph: 0404 034 841 E:[email protected] E: [email protected] Membership Officer/ Members Rally Director– Deb Williams Representative - Michael Camilleri Ph: 0404 020 525 Ph: 0432 718 250 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Sales Officer - Lina Bragato Editor - Peter Amezdroz Ph: 0432 583 098 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Welfare/Grievance Officer - John Parnis Head Scrutineer Officer Brian- Jayasingha Ph: 0425 802 593 Ph: 9330 3331 BH E: [email protected] Property Officer – Boyd Unwin Catering Officer - Clara Tine Ph: 0403 371 449 Librarian - Shelly Haylock Mid-Week Run Committee Ph: 0430 426 854 Pam, Shirley, Vivian, Elizabeth, Barbara & Diane E: [email protected] Ph: 0427 804 803 (Pam) E: [email protected] AOMC Delegates - Robert Green & Don McGregor Web Administrator - Andrew Parnis Ph: 0408 532 603 E: [email protected] Macedon Ranges & District Motor Club Clubrooms & Correspondence: 10 Webb Crescent, New Gisborne VIC 3438 or PO Box 84, Gisborne VIC 3437 www.mradmc.com.au MRADMC MOTORMOUTH Contents President’s Press 4 From the Editor’s Keyboard 5 General Meeting Minutes 7th December 2016 6 Buy and Sell 8 Club Merchandise 10 Events 11 Beware all coolants are not the same for our classic cars 17 Special Feature: The 8-wheeled Electric Eliica 19 Club Plate Scheme & Inspection enquiries MUST be directed to the CPS officer Robert Green, phone: 0408 532 603 Look for this feature article in the next digital issue of Motor Mouth. 3 MRADMC MOTORMOUTH President’s Press Alan Martin Welcome back! On behalf of the Committee, I would like to welcome all our members back for 2017. We sincerely hope that your festive season was joyous. As we head into another year, we are acutely aware that the famous Picnic at Hanging Rock is just around the corner. We do face a new challenge this year as we have to work in and around another at the rock on the Saturday night; apparently some American bloke is playing his guitar up there. I suppose as he has actually been doing that for longer than we have run the event we had better give him go. Although he has not been at the Rock for 30 YEARS like our little picnic. What a year in the history of this club. To have run an event for 30 years is an achievement, to have become one of the biggest one day events in the country is something to be immensely proud of. Thank you to all the Past members who have made it what it is. Enjoy the coming year and if you have not done it yet come along to a meeting or a run and get to know us. “MOTORING ON “ 4 MRADMC MOTORMOUTH From the Editor’s Keyboard Peter Amezdroz HI all, We are back in a brand new year with new outings, come along and in in and meet your fellow club members. This club is for the members, to get together and have outings, the rally director has the hard job finding places that appeal to ALL club members, as my wife is one of the midweek organizers I understand Deb’s challenge in finding places. As part of the outings, we go and check out the route, drive time, the establishment we will visit, check out the prices, and do deals for entry. Where to have lunch or picnic and in the case of the midweek run where to have morning tea. When we make a booking, the establishment want numbers, as need be put on extra staff, it is hard to estimate numbers, as in the case of the midweek run we estimate between 15 – 20 members as we have a core of about 50 members. As a club, with close on 600 members, we should be able to estimate 150 –200 members on the same equation. If you have a place that you think is interesting, tell Deb, she would love to hear from you. When the “MEGA ROAD” construction is finished, we will be able to have more events at the clubrooms so all you have to do is travel the same distance as the club meeting night. Midweek run dates and venues 22 February: 22 March: Police Museum Flinders St. Melbourne going by Ballarat Woodies and Ballarat Aviation Museum train, 11am entry. Make your own way there; details to come meet at coffee café in the World Trade Centre (Subject to change ) Siddeley St. MM Buy and Sell Requirements For those wanting to buy or sell in MM, please send me all details including cost, full name and phone number. If item is sold please tell me via Email ([email protected]). The green stars near each item signifies the number of MM issues it has been featured, if unsold after the third star the item is removed. If a vehicle is being sold the REGO and VIN or BODY number are required. Deadline for the March Motor Mouth is midnight Friday 17th February 2016 The Editor [email protected] 5 MRADMC MOTORMOUTH A ES ND G D N I A A0003800S S R T R N I C O T D - E I C N A C Macedon Ranges And District Motor Club . M M General Meeting Minutes 7th December 2016 B OTOR CLU President Alan Martin called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Members were reminded to scan “in” near the Committee Room. Apologies: George Porter, Keith Kent New members/Visitors: Phil – Mustang and GT, David – 300ZX, Paul – Austin 1500 Alan welcomed the guests and encouraged them to stay for the evening and enjoy the club’s hospitality. Alan reminded members that tonight’s meeting would be short, focused on any urgent business and then we would move to the Christmas BBQ and social evening. Minutes of September General Meeting: President asked if everyone had read the minutes of the last General Meeting. Moved by John Parniss and seconded Lou Stellini “that they be accepted” passed. Business Arising: - No matters were raised Brief Reports President’s Report: Alan indicated that he had nothing to report for the evening and wished all members and their families an enjoyable break and please stay safe. Vice President’s Report: Ted gave details of some of the New Year speakers and mentioned that there would NOT be a guest speaker at the Feb meeting due to Hanging Rock arrangements. All members were encouraged to stay safe and come back in 2017 Secretary’s Report: Correspondence : Magazines from a number of clubs (post and email) – these will be placed in the Newsletter rack. AJ Gallagher re insurance renewals – club and Hanging Rock – now all completed. Emails re upcoming events – distributed as appropriate. Treasurers Report Adam advised that the clubs finances continue to look healthy. The following accounts were presented for payment: Foodworks (Catering supplies) $123.07 Cleanaway (Rubbish Removal) $93.83 PA Vincent (HR Training) $800.00 AVirtual Assistant (XERO subs) $41.00 AVirtual Assistant (Bookkeeping) $182.50 Browns Cleaning (Club Cleaning) $132.00 King & White (Tax return prep) $2420.00 Cashs (Club Badges) $1204.50 Liquor Licence Renewal $210.00 Moved by Boyd Unwin Seconded by Ian Goldsworthy “that the bills be paid” carried. Mid-Week Run Coordinator’s Report: 6 MRADMC MOTORMOUTH Pam advised no run for December and January would be to Castlemaine. Details in January AOMC Delegate’s Report: NIL Technical Officer’s Report: It is proposed to hold a RED PLATE inspection day on Sunday 11th December at 9:30 am – please contact Brian if you have a vehicle to book in. Hanging Rock Coordinator: Graham reported on the planning for the event and confirmed would require some additional volunteers for the day due some members taking a break – Kate Tabone is the key contact. Hanging Rock Raffle books in the print process and will be distributed to members with a covering letter Event Co-ordinators Report: Deb reported on the Dingo Sanctuary experience and indicated there would be a night cruise in late January Editor’s Report: NIL Membership Officer’s Report: Michael introduced himself and encouraged members to hunt him at the back of the room, at following meetings to collect badges, and discuss any membership matters. Sales Officer’s Report: Lina advised re some HR t-shirts on special – limited sizes Property Officer’s Report: NIL Librarian’s Report: NIL Wellfare Officer’s Report: John provided a quick update on some members who were under the weather and reminded everyone to let him know if someone was unwell or needed assistance with transport to the meetings Web Master’s Report: NIL General Business: Ian Buckingham indicated he would organise the Grand Prix display again and asked members to contact him if interested.