Issue: V34-4 – February 2017 the Voice of the Macedon

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

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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

Meetings: First Wednesday of every month (except Jan) at 8pm. -

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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.

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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 “

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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]

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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.

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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. Alan outlined some discussions with the Shire about the Marshlands and the upcoming online survey re member’s thoughts etc. There was some discussion and the Committee will follow-up with Council. Advice was provided re a request for a wedding car – details made available. The raffle (9 prizes) was drawn including a Door Prize There being no further business, the President declared the meeting closed at 7:40 pm and invited members to enjoy the BBQ and the rest of the evening.

GRAHAM WILLIAMS - SECRETARY

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Buy and Sell

Wanted to buy Description Contact Monaro HK,HT or HG, no rust buckets, no projects cars but drivable, do not Jon Lamella expect show car, up to $60,000. � 0403 932 258

For Sale Description Contact 1966 Mustang coupe. Registration number 51869-H. The car is in original con- Chris Densley dition, it has a burgundy paintwork. The engine is a 302 Windsor V8, fitted with �� 0433039324 or a 2 barrel holly carburettor. Upholstery is burgundy and cream and in perfect 0414673368. condition. 2000 Holden V6 Jackaroo, Auto, 130,000 km, Good duco and good uphol- Steve Kovacs stery, Tow bar, Always well serviced, 11months rego, one lady owner since � 9311 3116 or new, down sizing to a smaller vehicle, registration QQH-142. Asking $7,000 0427 025 736 but will negotiate. 1990 Jaguar Sovereign Saloon, VIN SAJJHALD3AT623659. 145,000km’s, 4.0 litre 6-Cylinder Jag engine fuel injected, factory sunroof, genuine Jag wheels, new tyres all around. Beige leather interior, clean body, no rust. Electric windows Greg Snart �� seats & mirrors, cruise control, trip computer, hydraulic ride levelling suspen- 0417 568 450 sion, original Jag tool kit. Registered until 2017. $6,500 ONO. Inspections welcome, photos available. Globe wheels, Ford pattern, after market wheels 14” beautiful condition No Jon Lamicela scratches $430 Neg. � 0403 932 258

EH Holden Special sedan excellent condition many extras, car is not standard, Phillip King have extra set of brand new alloys Vin 60531m. � 0419 898 060

1920’s Chevrolet Tourer chassis, original with cross members and running Nathan Micallef board mounts in good condition. $300. � 0421 825 006

Jaguar XJ6 series three 1985. 4.2 Lt body and interior extremely good. Lovely to John McIvor drive No Reg. E.F.I Vin SAJJCALR3CC350499 $4,200 �� 5429 1309 or 0439 515 468

All advertised Buy and Sell items run for a period of three magazine issues. The � symbol indicates the number of magazine issues ads have featured in. Please notify the editor if you have found or sold your advertised item so it can be deleted from future issues.

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Club Merchandise Ladies and Mens Merchandise Club sticker $2.50 Club beanie [navy & black] $15.00 Club lapel badge $4.50 Club cap [navy,red & black] $15.00 Club hand book $5.00 Club polo top [red & navy] $30.00 Victorian club permit book $5.00 Club polo top long sleeve [navy] $32.00 Club key ring [leather,silver & gold] $7.50 Club vest [navy & red] $30.00 30Th anniversary photo $10.00 Club trinity top w/zip [navy] $45.00 Club cloth badge $15.00 Club hoodie w/cheater top [navy] $45.00 Club grille badge $25.00 Club hoodie jacket [navy] $45.00 Club 30th anniversary badge $25.00 Club polar fleece jacket [navy] $45.00 Club tour badge 2011 $20.00 Club ladies wool lined jacket $65.00 Club tour badge 2012 $25.00 Club bomber jacket [navy] $95.00 Club tour badge 2013 $25.00 Club ¾ bluey jacket [black] $100.00

Happy New year to all.

All raffle books withmembers passes have been sent out. If you have not received it, or you want more books to sell, please contact me.

Reminder: All books to be returned sold or unsold before Hanging Rock. Any books not returned members will be charged $20.00

Please keep the front cover, as it is proof that you have returned books.

Note: I have a handful of members who have not picked up their t-shirts from last years hanging rock last chance to pick up at February meeting. All t-shirts left over will be sold.

2017 Hanging Rock Badges $15.00 Just arrived Club Badges *Special*

Specials 2014 & 2015 T-shirts (Only Larger Sizes, XL up to 3XL) $5.00 2016 T-SHIRTS $15.00

Club polo tops navy and red kids, ladies sizes 8 to 16 and men’s sizes small to 5XL $27.00

H\R Sales Team It has been a year since the last Hanging Rock. If you want to practice on the cash register I will set it up at the next meeting.

Lina Bragato

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Rally Director Deb Williams Hi All,

I hope Santa was good to you.

Our cruise year began on 26th January, Australia Day. Ian Goldsworthy prepared this cruise for us. Beginning at Bunnings Sunbury at 6 pm leaving at 6:30 pm. The cruise was in the local area about 45 km taking about 45 minutes. The cruise was a great night, and a good way to start the cruising year.

February: Hanging Rock— 12 Feb 2017

March 4th: Coburg Drive In Again I thank Ian. There will be two meeting places, BP Calder 6 pm leaving at 6:30 pm and at the Drive In 7 pm for anyone who wants to head straight there. There will be more details at Feb. Meeting about this evening.

May 2017: Drive Back in time Dont forget in Beechworth, first weekend in May, 6th and 7th May 2017. There are 3 double rooms left, it is a 2 night escape $100 per night, per couple, including breakfast.

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Picnic at Hanging Rock Graham Williams

By the time this gets to you – The event will be but a short 2 weeks away. The planning committee met just before Australia Day to tidy up the last remaining items, bite some fingernails and then basically agreed that it would all come together on the day.

Kate has worked her magic on the roster and copies will be available on the notice board and will have been circulated to those working. The plan is that everyone has been personally contacted.

Obviously the biggest challenge we face this year is setting up effectively on the Sunday morning given the concert will run into the late evening on Saturday evening and the last patrons wont be out of the park till early morning.

The Council will have officers onsite early Sunday to help with any logistics following the concert and Frontier have advised they will be making sure they hand the park back to the car club as planned. Time will tell!

So we have rostered a number of members for a very early start and will be using trailers to distribute signs and posts and bunting across the park. We will be avoiding Star Pickets and hammers as far as prac- tical and a lot of work and planning has gone into setting up in a short time and still having adequate signage for patrons.

Those members rostered for work on the day will receive a T-shirt and a fully catered lunch and tickets for both will be coordinated by the admin tent staff.

Breakfast will be provided ONLY for those members who have a ROSTERED EARLY START so that they are topped up food wise for the day.

Please again take heed of direction from the Admin staff as they know who is where and WHEN.

Having said all that - the Picnic is of course a day for ALL MEMBERS and all members are entitled to, and encouraged to attend and park their cars in the reserved space at the front of the stage. If you want to park in that location you do need to be in by 9:30 am so that any spare spaces can be made available to paying patrons. Coffee and tea and biscuits will be available to all club members at the shelter - so do not be shy.

You will have received a raffle book in the mail along with a letter and a free entry pass. If by some mis- fortune you lose the entry ticket make, sure you have your member badge or member card with you. All members are requested to enter via NORTH GATE, as this will assist with traffic flow.

Please ensure you do return your raffle book as soon as possible - at the General Meeting or to any Com- mittee Member - or in the worst cast scenario at the Event itself before 11 am. We have to account for every book - please do the right thing and avoid the club chasing you up for non-returns.

The team leaders for the event will all be at the General meeting - please see them with any specific questions about your rostered role or see Rob Bryant, Kate or myself with any general questions.

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So - here we are - the 30th time this event has been run - and only once in all those years has it been on a different day :( due to extreme fire threat.

It seems a challenge to run the event with so little set up time, but I remember a number of years ago (2009) we ran the Sunday in blistering heat with probably only 50 volunteers and nearly 1000 display cars attended and had a great time.

This club has a proud history of standing up to challenges - I expect 2017 will reinforce that position.

STILL JUST HANGIN AROUND !

Formula 1 Grand Prix Update For the Second Year in a row the MRADMC has been approved to be part of the 2017 Rolex Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix Automotive Avenue Car Display at Albert Park in March.

This is an International Event viewed by millions and over 200,000 spectators over the 4 days. This is a great opportunity for our club to promote our yearly event Hanging Rock.

There are still a few spots available to any members please read on.

The GP is between 23-26 March 2017.

To display your vehicle at the event this year the AGPC have introduced a fee of $30 per vehicle. With that, you still get 2x4 day event passes and a Chance to Win Pit Lane Passes.

They are also having the Best Vehicle at the Event and the Best Club Display voted by the 200,000 strong crowd.

To participate, your Vehicle has to be dropped off on Wednesday 22nd March at a specific time, which they call Bump In Day. You do not have to go to the Formula 1 everyday but the Vehicle must be picked up after the race finishers or during it. That is up to you. One pass it totally Transferable. Passes are given out on Bump In Day when you arrive to drops Vehicle off.

The Whole Albert Park Circuit is Totally Secure during the Formula 1 and you Vehicle is safe for the 4 Days.

If your Keen come and see me at next meeting on Wednesday Feb 1 so we can fill the few spots left. Do not be Shy. All MRADMC Members Welcome.

I can be contacted on 0418 165 453, or email [email protected]

Ian Buckingham

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Calendar of Events February 2017 1 Feb General meeting - 8:00 pm Club Event

TBA Picnic at Hanging Rock planning meeting 7:30 pm Club Event 12th Annual David Calleja Memorial Car Show Maddingley Park. Bacchus Marsh 5 Feb More info to come Enquiries: 0431 444 920 Email: [email protected] Northern Classic cruisers Epping RSL. Epping RSL. 195 Harvest Home Rd. Epping 11 Feb Nez Demaj 0407 460 600. Web: [email protected] 12 Feb Hanging Rock Picnic Club Event 15 Feb Committee Meeting 7:30 pm Club Event 19th Annual Vintage, Classic Car & Bike Show ‘n’ Shine Wyndham Civic Centre. 45 Princess Hwy. Werribee. 19 Feb Colin 0413 884 234 Email: [email protected] 22 Feb Mid-Week Run - Police Museum Melbourne. By train 11 am entry Club Event Ballarat Swap Meet Ballarat Airport, Airport Road, Ballarat open 6 am both days. entry $10 www. 24 & 25 Feb ballaratswapmeet.com.au 3rd Annual Craigieburn Car, Truck and Bike Show 26 Feb Craigieburn Central , Craigieburn Rd Craigieburn. Jim Overend 0408 305 558

March 2017 1 Mar General meeting - 8:00 pm Club Event

TBA Picnic at Hanging Rock planning meeting 7:30 pm Club Event 4 Mar Coburg Drive in details in Rally Report Club Event Beechworth primary school swap meet and fete. swap and fete sites $20 show cars $5 entry 10 am www. 4 Mar ozshowcars.com/csnbeechwsns17.htm contact Anthony Cranston (after 4.30 pm) 0437 492 271 13th Annual Geelong Holden Day, Geelong Showground. Geelong. Victoria. 4 Mar cost of cars to be judged $20, display only $10, Club President: phone Dave 0414 856 967 Web: www. fx-hzcarclub.com Northern Classic cruisers On The Bay 82 Nelson Place. Williamstown 12 Mar Nez Demaj 0407 460 600. Web: [email protected] 12 Mar Hanging Rock Picnic Club Event 15 Mar Committee Meeting 7:30 pm Club Event Chryslers on the Murray [VIC] Gateway Lakes, Lincoln Causeway, Wodonga 17 & 18 Mar 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.facebook.com/chryslersonthemurrayofficial 22 Mar Mid-Week Run Club Event

DISCLAIMER: The Calendar of Events contains information originating from the Macedon Ranges and District Motor Club and other motoring organizations. While every attempt is made to ensure that all information is accurate at the time of printing, we accept no responsibility for the accuracy of submissions. It is recommended that members contact the event organizers to confirm that dates and times are correct. Event sites that are checked for events www.pinky.com.au/ www.shownshine.info/ www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/

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Christmas party Dingo Sanctuary - 4 Dec 2016

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Midweek Run Tylden morning tea, Kyneton Museum, Castlemaine Botanical Gardens 25 Jan 2017

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Beware all coolants are not the same for our classic cars About 12 months ago, it occurred to me that I should do a coolant change on my Dodge Charger club vehicle. Although the car’s coolant was still green and the car’s cooling system had no overheating or other problems, but the old coolant had been in for more than 5 years which was a little too long. I wasn’t overly concerned as the Charger was mainly a garage dweller and it had not done many miles in that time but I was aware that the corrosion preventative additives in engine coolant do get ‘consumed’ both with mileage and the passage of time and I did not want any unexpected problems due to cooling system’s corrosion protection declining with extended time.

So down to my local parts supplier for a 5 litre churn of concentrated green engine coolant. After studying all many different brands, colours and bottles on the shelves and after much head scratching I settled on some green Nulon Hybrid long life coolant, claimed to suit just about all modern makes and models. I figured that must be good gear to get the tick from so many manufacturers and the long life is a bonus, as I do not want to do this again anytime soon.

Once home I dutifully drained the cooling system by opening the radiator drain cock, studied the old coolant coming out in the catch can for debris or discoloration and fortunately, there was none. I mixed my new coolant at a 50/50 ratio, closed the drain cock added the new mix to the radiator, warmed the engine up, then did a test-drive with no problems and later that day topped off the radiator when it had cooled. Job done, no need to worry about changing the coolant again for at least another 5-plus years or at least I thought.

Around 6 months later and unrelated to the coolant change the water pump bearing on the Charger also began to grumble a bit, it was over 20 years old and the pump had clearly paid its dues. The bearing noise increased with use and I tried to ignore it for a while yet on the last club run the water pump bearing was telling me loudly over the engine rumble it had enough and it was time for a new pump.

I had been putting off the water pump swap, as it was a relatively big job because both the air- conditioning compressor and power steering pump were hanging off the front of the pump housing. I had also decided that when I did finally get around to swapping the pump out, it would also give me the opportunity to switch out some old hoses as well.

So I gathered the necessary parts, a new mopar V8 water pump, some gaskets and necessary hoses. This is when I got a coolant surprise. As I drained the radiator again through the drain cock and looking in through the radiator cap hole seeing the top of the radiator core pipes emerged from the falling coolant level to my shock there was thick layer of white gritty sludge sitting at the bottom of the upper header tank, level with the header tube openings. Straight away, I decided to completely remove the radiator and fully flush it. But what was this goo and where did it come from? It was not there 6 months earlier when I had previously changed the coolant.

Back then, the surface of inner radiator that I could see through the cap opening was relatively clean brass. Had the nice new Hybrid coolant failed already?

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After much research on the web, I discovered the gritty gooey sludge was likely to be silicates an additive, which forms part of many early generation coolant mixtures. It was also likely those silicates had precipitated out of the remnants of the old coolant that likely remained in the lower reaches of the engine block and the heater core at the previous coolant change or had been deposited on the walls of the cooling system passages when the engine was in use for the last 46 years. These remnants likely from former early coolants still persisted in the engine’s cooling system had reacted with the modern hybrid coolant causing these silicates to be deposited as a sludge inside the upper radiator tank.

Fortunately for me the Charger’s radiator design is akin to a truck radiator with large diameter header tubes that were not going to be easily blocked by these deposits, so the goo sat there accumulating on the bottom of the radiator top tank but interestingly at no other location. Had my Charger used a modern style radiator with their very small diameter header tube design the resultant goo would likely have blocked these tubes and the result then would have been overheating and possibly a full radiator replacement.

The moral of the story for us owners of old classic cars is be extra careful with coolants. The older style glycol coolants with silicates that were once in widespread use, they were essentially the only coolant option for many years for most cars, these silicates were added for corrosion control but we now discover are incompatible with the modern Hybrid and organic coolants. Switching to modern long life coolants maybe a plus for long-life corrosion protection but care needs to be taken to ensure that all the old stuff is flushed away before switching.

Today there are lots of different styles of coolants on the market every new model year seems to bring another technological improvement and there are volumes of information about all of them published on the internet so I am not going to try and repeat any of it here, but it is worth getting to know about the different types and their compatibility issues.

I decided to share my coolant incompatibility story with other club members so maybe someone else will not suffer the same fate.

As a foot note there was no information provided on the label on the new Hybrid coolant package warning of potential compatibility problems, but later on I drilled down into the support area on a number of coolant manufacturers websites I discovered that mixing of modern hybrid coolants with older silicate based coolants could lead to some of the older coolants to failing and causing them to precipitate their silicates.

Some days I think fondly about my old long gone air-cooled VW.

Penned by: David Kemp Dec. 2016

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Special Feature: The 8-wheeled Electric Eliica inhabitat.com/eliica-25mph-electric-concept-vehicle/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliica https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ba7o_VcWY90

If there’s one thing that we never expected to see, it’s the sight of an 8-wheeled electric vehicle attempting to break the land speed record. But that is exactly what the Eliica is attempting to do. Designed by a team at Keio University in Japan, this fully electric lithium-ion vehicle may be short on subtlety, but it has a range of 200 miles and can hit speeds of up to 230 mph!

The Eliica (which stands for Electric Lithium-Ion Car) is the brainchild of Hiroshi Shimizu. The project’s goal is to test the capabilities of electric vehicles and exceed 250 mph, the current record for a street- legal gas powered vehicle. The car’s most notable feature is the fact that it has 8 wheels, each of which houses an 80 hp electric motor. Furthermore, the Eliica has a 0-100 km/h acceleration speed of 4 seconds – that’s better than the Tesla, a Corvette, and even a Porsche.

Two vehicles exist at the moment, each costing a total of $320,000. The team has recently announced that they intend to build 200 units and are currently looking for corporate sponsorship.

Eliica The Eliica (or the Electric Lithium-Ion Car) is a battery electric vehicle prototype or concept car first shown in 2004 and designed by a team at Keio University in Tokyo, led by Professor Hiroshi Shimizu. The 5.1 m (17 ft.) car runs on a lithium-ion battery and can accelerate from 0–100 km/h (62 mph) in four seconds (faster than the Porsche 911 Turbo at the time).[1] In 2004, the Eliica reached a speed of 370 km/h (230 mph) on Italy’s Nardò High Speed Track. The team’s goal is to exceed 400 km/h (250 mph), breaking the record set by today’s street-legal gasoline-powered vehicles.

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KAZ The Eliica is a refinement of the earlier KAZ (Keio Advanced Zero-emission vehicle), a 6.7 m (22 ft.) limousine-sized 8-wheel 8-person electric vehicle prototype of 2003 that also set speed records.

Design details The Eliica weighs 2,400 kg (5,300 lb) and seats the driver and three passengers. The body was tested in a wind tunnel. The front doors open forward and the rear doors open upward like gull wings. The car’s platform contains 4 tracks of 80 batteries, which make up one third of the vehicle’s cost. They currently require about 10 hours of recharging at 100 volts from empty to full charge, and can be easily charged off a residential power grid.

The car has eight wheels to improve traction, and they are smaller than normal passenger vehicles, so it can be lower to the ground for better aerodynamics and stability. Each of the wheels has a 60 kW (80 Hp) electric motor, giving a 480 kW (640 hp) eight wheel drive which can tackle all kinds of road surfaces. The four front wheels steer. The electric motors mean that the Eliica can deliver a smooth acceleration free from gearshifts of about 0.8 g. Each wheel contains a disc brake and employs a regenerative brake system to recover energy.

There are currently (as of 2005) two versions of the Eliica: a Speed model and an Acceleration model. The Speed model is made to challenge gasoline-based records and has a top speed of 370 km/h (230 mph) with a range of 200 km (120 mi). The Acceleration model is made for the street and has a top speed of 190 km/h (120 mph) with a range of 320 km (200 mi).

The estimated cost of development was in excess of US$320,000. Once the team receives corporate sponsorship, they plan to produce at least 200 units. As of early 2007, the projected price was ¥30,000,000 JPY (about US$255,000).

On December 19, 2005, then-Prime Minister of Japan Junichiro Koizumi tested this vehicle in a 10-minute ride to the Japanese Parliament. In 2006, the car was tested by Shintaro Ishihara, the governor of Tokyo, as well as by Naruhito, Crown Prince of Japan. http://kuruma-field.com/37motor.htm

Keio University and 38 sponsor companies of the Collaborative has been developed in the “ELiica” (electric Li-ion battery car) Front around the ELiica. Each four at a time to the front and rear, a total of eight (synchronous permanent magnet motor: Max 60 Kw / pieces) motor has been installed each independently. http://www.eliica.com

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21 “NO ONE KNOWS YOUR PASSION LIKE SHANNONS.”

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