Volume 55 No 9 September 2018

Celebrating our 60th year of classic motoring in Western Australia !

Club President Tony Hume (left) presented Alex Kirkwood with his Life Membership certificate at the August meeting

Robyn & Peter Briggs with their 1903 Renault Type A at the York Branch Motor Show September 23 Spring Rally Albany Branch event 26 Busselton Branch Ladies Lunch Parts Shed open 27 Humber Rootes Group section meeting VCC General Club meeting —Wattle Grove 28 Military Section restoration shed Wattle Grove 30 Peel Branch Field of Quilts run to Boddington Mustang Shelby Section run

October 1 Studebaker Section Meeting Wattle Grove Veteran Section Meeting Wireless Hill 2 York Branch Meeting South Eastern Coffee Group run 3 Eastern Goldfields Branch meeting Kalgoorlie Parts Shed open 5 Military Section restoration shed Wattle Grove Peel Branch HMAS Stirling cavalcade event 6 Warren Blackwood Branch History of Transport display 7 Autojumble helpers lunch Katanning & Districts Branch @ Kojonup 8 Post Vintage Section meeting at Wattle Grove 9 Vintage Section meeting at Wattle Grove 10 Busselton Branch cruise ship display Mid Week run Parts Shed open 11 VCC Executive Cttee meeting Wattle Grove 12 Military Section restoration shed Wattle Grove 13 Military Section Karragullen Field Day display 14 Albany Branch meeting Busselton Branch meeting Esperance Branch meeting Mustang Shelby Section run Rootes Roundup & Studebaker displays 16 South Eastern Coffee Group run Military Section meeting Wattle Grove Parts Shed open 19 Military Section restoration shed Wattle Grove 21 Autojumble—Dogs West, Canning Vale Chittering Branch run Warren Blackwood Branch meeting Manjimup Post Vintage third Sunday event Next Club Meeting Collie Branch meeting 24 Parts Shed open 8pm— 27 September 2018 25 Humber Rootes Section meeting Wattle Club rooms, 265 Hale Road, Wattle Grove Grove VCC General Club meeting Wattle Grove Speaker: Simon Bowes re dustless sandblasting 26 Military Section restoration shed Wattle Grove 27/28 Chittering Branch run to Wongan Hills 27 Katanning & Districts Katanning Show display 28 Club Open Day and Restoration Shed opening at Wattle Grove incl Rocker Cover Racing—All members invited to take part !! EARLY AUTO. Albany Branch event All correspondence for the next issue to : - All Ford Day Geoff Moor Email: [email protected] German Car Day—Perry Lakes Include “EA” or “Early Auto” in subject line of emails Hills Billy Car Festival Mt Helena ALL adverts for Bits & Pieces in writing or email please! “Wanted” 30 Mustang Shelby Section planning meeting ads must show the advertisers membership Number of VCCWA 31 Busselton Branch Ladies’ Lunch DEADLINE FOR COPY - 1st of EACH MONTH Parts Shed open Change of Mailing Address and non -delivery of See the club website for information on or altera- Early Auto —contact: Aileen Stockdale 6 Oxley Place, tions on events: www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au Darlington WA 6070 ph: (08) 9252 1292 Email: [email protected] The Parts Shed at the Club, 265 Hale Road, Wattle Grove is open on Wednesday until midday. Parts are Disclaimer: only available to members of the VCCWA The opinions expressed in Early Auto are those of our correspondents and the Editor, Committee and members of the Veteran Car Club of WA See Early Auto in Colour on the club website (Inc) do not necessarily agree with or endorse them.

Page 2 Early Auto August 2018 marks an historic day for our club which adds to the uniqueness President’s Diary of our member offering, and really increases our key role in the Hello Members, preservation of automotive history in this state. There are adver- Well we are now well and truly into spring- tisements for the day in this edition, please come and get in- time – perfect motoring weather! Our Au- volved. I am incredibly proud of what we as a state wide move- gust meeting had two brilliant highlights – ment collectively achieve and we need to celebrate our role. Dave Hume showcasing his recently re- Ok members, its time to get your vehicles polished, bat- stored 1901 Locomobile (steam powered) teries charged, and check the roadworthiness of your vehicles. and the pleasurable task of awarding Alex After such a wet winter its time to get those wheels turning! Kirkwood his life membership award. Alex Have a great spring and I’ll see you on the roads. was away during the AGM but it was de- lightful to present him his well deserved award with his family and Pres Tony fellow members present. Alex continues to add to his outstanding service to the club as our current Secretary, as well as a key fig- ure in the operation of the new restorations shed, and many other activities – well done Alex! All Members, Branches and Sections are invited As many of you would be aware, the last AGM saw the new structure of our Executive Committee implemented as per to the Wattle Grove Clubrooms on our revised Constitution. One of the major changes is that mem- 28 th October 2018 bership to the committee involves all members having a portfolio of responsibilities, as well as our ongoing officer roles. Whilst Branches and Sections no longer have a member each on the Combined Rocker Cover Racing and committee, there will be a committee member who will have di- Restoration Shed Opening rect responsibility to raise any queries or discussion points that any branch or section has, and to follow it through. The im- portant point though is that any member who would like to con- Bring Your Club Car/Vehicle For Display tribute to the running of the club, or has any suggestions, the committee always welcomes input. If you aren’t sure who to con- Program: tact, get in touch with our Secretary (Alex) who will make sure Rocker Cover Racing registration: 9.30am that your communication gets through to the right people, and is Racing commences: Once registration complete. tabled. Remember, we are all volunteers and some of us work full time (including me). We all believe in this club and give our Morning tea (Provided): 10.30am time to make it continually better. Restoration Shed to be officially opened 11.30am October sees a very important moment for our club as Lunch Sausage Sizzle (Provided) 12.00 noon the new Restoration facility opens and is our open day. This (Note: Racing will continue until finalised)

Rocker Cover Racing Rules” 1. Have Fun SPRING UNDERCOVER 2. Car should be based on an actual rocker cover (valve cover) from a car engine. There shall be no limitation on engine, make or model. AUTO JUMBLE. 3. Cars must retain at least 75% of original rocker cover. 4. Cars must not have any form of mechanical propulsion or steering. 21st October 2018. Gravity is your friend. 5. Cars must weigh no more than 4kg (9lbs). Canine Association Southern River. 6. Cars overall length shall be no more than 750mm (29.5 in). Note: The staging lane is only 750mm long. Cnr Ranford and Warton RD. 7. Cars overall width shall be no more than 250mm (10in). Southern River. 8. Cars must have 4 or 3 wheels, each no greater than 150mm (6 in) Enter from Warton Road in a in diameter. South Westerly direction only. 9. Cars will be run in heats of 2 cars per heat. The first car to cross Gates open 6.30 am the finish line will be declared the winner. If neither car makes it to the finishing line the car going the furthest will be declared the win- Sellers $10.00 each ner. Buyers $5.00 each . 10. Winning cars will advance to the next round, until all are eliminated Eats and drinks available from 6.30. – except one - the Champion. Inquiries to Graham McDonald : 11. The track is 7.2m long. 12. Down-force winds, spoilers, air rams, etc are all permitted. They ph0418 910 841. probably won’t help, but we will all get a good laugh out of it. 13. There are no more rules, so get cracking and build your racer, and (Although the advert doesn’t say so, all members are above all have fun. welcome to come and sell/buy motoring items. It’s also a great way to catch up with fellow members from Come along and have some fun and win some prizes around the State. Remember—NO asbestos items! ) Enquiries for Rocker Racing to:- Neil 9398 6312

September 2018 Early Auto Page 3 The Mystery Run Mundijong Fair Nine vintage cars from Peel Section were at the Mundijong 10 year old Ashton asked “Where are we Fair on Saturday 11 August. Estelle and John took the FJ” going today?” “It’s a mystery,” I replied. after the ”Franklin” disgraced itself by having a flat tyre. The “Huh?” Yes, folks it’s a mystery run. We latter noticed just when they were to leave home. So much were parked at the Servo putting some fuel for all the cleaning and fuelling up to get it ready. All to no in Gertrude cos if you don’t know where you are going or how avail. far, then you need a full tank of petrol. Just in case. Ashton The weather was good, plenty of good stalls and the coffee looked around. “There’s a lady and she’s looking at us.” was also great. It was pleasing that there was much interest Says me, “She’s probably thinking that her uncle had an old in the cars. car like this years ago.” The “railroad” runs through the middle of the town and the “Yeah. Like 70 years ago……” “No….. Gertrude is not that fair was saluted by a toot from every engine that passed old. She is only turning 69 this year.” through. We laughed. Of great interest was the sheepdog herding. Several sheep The drivers meeting was held at Ravenswood. We ran all through the crowd, with only the shepherd to guide it were given our sheet for the first leg of the journey. “You’re with his whistle. Judy and Estelle wanted to have a ride on pulling my leg,” says a voice, but Jenny was busy and didn’t the camel train, but were not brave enough to try. Maybe next hear the humour, just the interruption. time. We travelled without worry toward the hills. As we Cheers Estelle Bosich. turned into Scarp Road, there was a row of Vintage cars parked up. A muffler has fallen off. Everyone needed to see DONNYBROOK DRIVINGS and offer advice. Back on the road, a gravel road, quite well maintained but with tight corners and a few small potholes Donnybrook branch was busy (out and from the recent rains. We passed a beautiful rock formation about) during August. Saturday 18 th , Mem- on the left. Unfortunately, we didn’t see its smaller counter- bers travelled to the Nannup Tulip and Gar- part in the middle of the road. We bumped and bounced over den Festival displaying our vehicles together with other car it. Gertrude did us proud. No problems. clubs. Members took a shuttle bus to visit three out of town Oakley Dam was the destination for the first leg of open gardens. the run and was beautiful. The cuppa was warming and food One exhibition had a pendulum wooden clock which enticing. We walked along the path, manoeuvring around a stood four to five metres high. On completion it will be large puddle that covered the path. We reached the dam wall. mounted in an enclosed structure in the main street of Nan- It was suggested that we try to walk on water. Ten year old nup. It was truly a work of art and must be seen to believe Ashton was keen to try. All the jokes came out of the bag. “I what a master piece it is. heard a crash and then a splash,….” More instructions. We Along the main street, tulips, which were displayed in large were back on the road on the next leg. planter boxes, made a spectacular display of colour. Nan- We needed to find the underground structure at Pin- nup carried a real carnival atmosphere with many stalls in- jarra Shopping Centre. Being new to the area, we parked up cluding art and crafts on display. and went inside. Yes, this shopping centre has an under- Sunday 19 th August, Donnybrook branch was invit- ground carpark. Surely this is the answer. But the correct an- ed to visit Collie branch for the day. On arrival, the Collie swer turned out to be ‘Subway’. I don’t think so……. I will put club supplied morning tea for us and after some comradery, in a protest with the organisers. Mmmmm. I don’t like to be we all left to visit Ian Guppy’s Panel Shop. The workshop wrong. was immaculate and fitted with all modern -day technology. We were last after our stop at the shopping centre This business was very professional and we observed their but were travelling along quite nicely down the country road way to vehicles coming and leaving the paint shop. Thank when we saw a row of vintages lined up on the side. It ap- you, Collie branch for an enjoyable visit. peared as though everyone had stopped to pat the farmers Sunday 26 th August, we visited the South West cows as there were many standing at his fence looking at us Railway and Heritage Centre in Boyanup. Our vehicles to- trying to straddle the spoon drain to get to them. But no, the gether with the South West Veteran Car Club made a great Morris has a flat tyre. Once again, everyone needed to see display. It was very interesting to learn the railway’s history and offer advice. The cows also, had come across the pad- of over the years. On display were model railways, a dock to see what all the commotion was about. Just an added blacksmith’s shop opened and in operation, the Men’s Shed bonus to the day really. was open and a great display of old stationary motors. Next stop was carpark (and toilet) on the side of the Great weather, great displays and catching up with fellow Forest Highway some where near Lake Clifton. The last set members, what more could you ask for! of instructions led us to the Dawesville Foreshore Reserve for Father’s Day, Sunday 2 nd September, our branch is lunch. celebrating Father’s Day at the Donnybrook Snack Shack Oh, I nearly forgot. The Morris has two more flat where we will run our meeting whilst the staff prepare our tyres. I’m not sure but I think it got trailered home. breakfasts and coffee/tea. If it is anything like last year, it All in all, a great day out. Special thanks to Dennis who took will be an enjoyable morning. Ashton and Eliza in his Buick. They had a wonderful time. Just to remind any VCC members visiting our way I’m glad to hear they were helpful with navigating. that our Donnybrook branch meets on the first Sunday of If you missed this run, be at the next one. Lots of fun and each month at the St John Ambulance Centre commencing laughter and always some one to look out for you if you have at 10am. New members are welcome, further information problems. about club activities can be obtained by phoning Doug Bish- op on 9731 2998. Cheers from Di. Until our next Donnybrook Driving’s news, drive with care.

Page 4 Early Auto September 2018 An afternoon run on The Director of the run encourages this active participation from the Sunday August 26 th entrants that brings about the regard that they have for their cars and was taken up by 18 the Club. of our members A stopover has been arranged at WIGNALL’S Winery - 448 Chester who enjoyed a Pass Road - to provide a display of the vehicles and have a coffee short drive for dev- break with coffee/tea supplied at no charge. Additionally ROB WIG- onshire tea at the NALL has kindly agreed to explain to entrants the intricacies of his Sandalwood facto- wines and showcase his wine cellar. ry. There was, of Whilst at the Winery it is hoped to present the display of vehicles to course, opportunity to view and purchase any of articles on display in some members of Albany Probus Clubs to give them an appreciation of the shop which included different oils, perfumes, soaps plus a host of our range of Classic Cars of Yester Year. other sandalwood related products. The weather looked a bit dodgy The return journey to the VCC Albany Branch Club premises however the day turned out OK which was a bonus for the few who for BYO lunch will conclude this run. The total distance is ap- took their older cars on the run. Thanks to Jenny Sinclair for filling the prox60kms. void on the events calendar and making good an opportunity for mem- The charge is $10.00 per vehicle and ALL club members are encour- bers to take the cars out. aged to participate in order to provide a car demonstration of some The next run on Sunday September 30 will be hosted by scale and contrast over 75 years of motoring. Thanks Simon Christine and myself. Normally the monthly outing is on the fourth and we look forward to solid member support in recognition of Simon’s Sunday of the month however this has been deferred by one week to effort with organizing this event. Hopefully a fine spring day will be on avoid the long weekend for the Queen’s Birthday on Monday 24 th . It our side which should make for an interesting event. also provides a gap and free weekend from the last event at the club By now you will probably have heard that the date for the De- rooms on September 15. While we would have liked to put on a rally, cember meeting which includes the Christmas function is now planned we don’t have the time to put it all together at present so the run on the for Sunday December 9 th – deferred by one week to overcome a clash 30 th will simply be a pie run to Mount Barker – no route sheet, no ques- with another event being held on Sunday 2 nd …Cars and Coffee on the tions, no hassles. For members who would like to take the car for a foreshore, if I remember correctly. There’s a bit of time yet to finalize drive, please meet at the club rooms at 10.30am for 11am start. The the detail but the general outline will be a catered lunch at the club intention is to go to Mount Barker via Woogenellup Road, have lunch at rooms with the meeting to follow. The cost will likely be similar to last the old railway station carpark on Albany Highway around 12 noon then year i.e. around $15 per person but will be confirmed closer to the time. return home via Mount Barker-Denmark Road to Narrikup then south The next general meeting will be held on Sunday October along Albany Highway, a round trip of about 160 kilometres. For those 14 th at the club rooms starting with BYO lunch at 12.30pm. Weather in Mount Barker or Kendenup, you could join in near the Woogy hall or permitting, a drive to somewhere afterwards is a possibility – it’s a pop- somewhere along the way and Denmark members could meet at ular spot that one, as we all seem to go there from time to time. Mount Barker otherwise you are welcome to start from Albany if you Now for a little bit of housekeeping...if you are the owners of want the extra miles. It’s up to you. the following [part] email addresses and wish to remain on the club Simon Keast provides the following information for the Tusker mailing list please can you respond to me with your correct email ad- Run in October: dress as the ones I have been given are incorrect and messages con- TUSKER BRIDGES COUNTRY RUN tinue to be returned to me? If I don’t get a response by September 30, Sunday 28 October – 9.30am these listings will be deleted (1) nindawarri; (2) carmen; (3) pcolmer; (4) Due South Car Park, Albany Foreshore jjte5253; (5) gardf@lincolns; (6) shaylor. My email address is at the The event is a non-competitive run providing a scenic tour that incorpo- foot of this article but please note that unless you are using the active rates the bridges spanning both King and Kalgan Rivers.During the link, which is a bit impossible on hardcopy, don’t include the ‘mailto:’ bit drive on open bitumen roads, the emphasis will remain on the cars and otherwise you will not succeed, but you probably knew that anyway. their Drivers/Navigators to supply a spotlight on Vintage, Post Vintage, …and that’s about it for this month. Classic and more modern cars. Appropriate attire is requested. Graham Wright mailto:[email protected]

September 2018 Early Auto Page 5 Collie Capers Busselton Briefs

On a bright, sunny winter’s day Donny- August has proven to be anoth- brook branch members joined us for er busy month on the Events morning tea after our monthly meet- Calendar. This month’s mid ing. They were very envious of our club week ran set off from Rotary rooms, especially after seeing photos of Park where 9 intrepid travellers what it looked like nearly thirty years braved the weather and ventured along Vasse Highway to ago! We all then travelled in convoy up to the Light Industrial Nannup, where they met up with 9 fellow Members to enjoy Area to visit Ian Guppy and Co’s panel and paint workshop. One morning tea. Hot soup would have been the order of the day Donnybrook member, who will remain nameless, got slightly lost as the temperature only managed to get to 6deg C. After re- in his vintage Plymouth and had to be rescued. Sausages and freshments, everyone continued on via Mowen Road, Sues onions were already sizzling on the BBQ when we arrived so the Road and Brockman Highway to the lunch venue at the hotel tour was postponed whilst we all tucked in. Peter, Doug and crew in Augusta. The restaurant has to have one of the best views gave us an interesting insight into the workings of a panel and in the area and as usual, a very nice meal was enjoyed by all. paint shop. Everyone was most impressed with the state of the As a special bonus, the Hotel have offered the Club a special art equipment and the organisation and cleanliness of the premis- menu discount for $20 per head. Now that’s a good deal. es. They also generously contributed to our monthly raffle (won The General Meeting took place on the 12 th and was by a Donnybrook member) with proceeds going to the Motor Neu- followed by a hastily plotted scenic run through the country- ron Disease Association of WA. Thank you to Peter, Doug and side to end up at the Amelia Park Tavern in Vasse. The re- crew. cently restored venue is quite a pleasant place to visit. 12 Two of our members are already on their way across the Members in 7 cars attended and a good time was enjoyed by Nullarbor to South Australia in their 1928 Model A ute towing a all. camper trailer. Wayne and Anne Millman are going to take part in 18 th and 19 th August were the dates of the annual Nan- the Bay to Birdwood Rally in Adelaide and they will also attend nup Flower Festival. This event has been growing in populari- the 90th Anniversary Rally for Model As at Murray Bridge. Along ty for the last few years and, as always, the Club had vehicles the way they will be raising funds for MNDAWA. To chart their on display for both days. There were some concerns about progress and maybe make a donation google chal- the inclement weather leading up to the event, however, the lengeeventsmndawa.everydayhero.com/au/wayne. So far the “rain gods” were very kind and turned on some beautiful weather has been atrocious, so we all hope that it improves. Sue spring weather for both days. All who attended had a good and Neville Swindle are setting off later in their 1929 Model A to time and lots of interest was shown in the vehicles on display. also take part. Safe travels to all and no speeding! A big thank you to all who took part. Until next month, 26 th August was the open day at the Boyanup Rail Roving Reporter Rex Heritage Museum. Once again, the weather was kind and the Members who made the effort to attend reported that it was a very interesting day. Well here we are again On the evening of the 29 th , the Club were approached back from holidays and by the local Bunnings store to take part in a small display to back into action. Half the celebrate Fathers Day. We attended with 3 Members cars club has been touring in who should be commended for braving the diabolical weath- one way or the other either er. in Australia or the world, Still on the Fathers Day theme, the Club took part in a must be all back shortly. Last month we did not have a display at Cape Care, Ray Village on Thursday 30th. The feature but hopefully we will this month. residents really enjoyed getting up close to the vehicles on Our first meeting in August managed 25 people in at- display and, as always, were very happy that we had attend- tendance with apologies from 20 so not a bad effort, although we ed. 6 Members in 5 cars and 1 motorcycle took part in the did have 91 members at one stage, so really should be a lot more display. in attendance. Unfortunately some members did not renew their memberships and will have had a reminder in the mail and also COMING EVENTS email. Hopefully those people on concessional licenses have all Saturday 2 nd September. Fathers Day renewed otherwise your ca r will be deemed unlicensed. Thursday 6 th September. Mid Week Run. This month Mem- On 19th August we had 10 members with cars to ac- bers will be visiting Williams. commodate the RED HATTERS event that was organised by Sunday 9 th September. General Meeting with run afterwards Merle and Jude. After a scrumptious morning tea the club mem- to Yallingup. bers took the red hat ladies for a drive in their cars. This event Wednesday 12 th September. Visit by National Aston Martin was extremely popular with the ladies and I am sure next time Clubs. there will be many more red hatters. .Some ladies dressed ac- Sunday 16 th September. Fennessey Rally organised by Mari- cordingly to match the era of the cars. lyn and Trevor Bennett. Our last event was the Sunday run, glorious day sitting Wednesday 26 th September. Ladies lunch at Sensations. at about 25 degrees we managed to get 15 cars in attendance. It was great to see Andy Beaton in his Ford which he has fully re- After our run which was about 30 ks we detoured to visit stored himself, it has taken a long time and even more dollars to the local Mermaid Leather factory. I am ashamed to say I have bring this car to the glorious car we see today Hopefully we will lived in Esperance most of my life and never been to this tourist have a story in a few weeks, I actually saw this car at different attraction. It seemed to be the go for a lot of people. I found it stages during the restoration as Andy was our former treasurer. very interesting after watching a short video on the workings of Nice also to see AAron and Dominique Woosnam and their two the fish leather and how they create the items in shop that they little children in their ford enjoying the run so much it put the kids actually sell.. Well worth a visit if you are in Esperance. to sleep. As we had quite a few muscle cars join us on our run it Some of our members are heading to Newdegate Field was decided to go a little further than just around town and let the day in September and to Ravensthorpe for the wildflower festival cars use their accelerators instead of the clutch. This proved to so should have pictures for that next month. be very popular. There’s some other restorations happening at Cheers for now Merleygirl the moment hope I can get a story on these for future editions. Page 6 Early Auto September 2018 Busselton Branch displays at Ray Village and at Bunnings

Collie Capers runs: Above: Wayne and Anne’s Model A ute in Norseman Left:: Donnybrook cars at Guppys

Esperance Photos: Right: Kevin Rolland and his Model T Ford Below: Red Hat Day Sunday crews Below left: Aaron & Dominique Woosnam and Judy Kelly in front of their cars

September 2018 Early Auto Page 7 Eastern Goldfields Branch Top le Damien and Meika with stu; Other photos—various vehicles at the Kalmablda Flounders display in July Warren Blackwood Doings Branch members cars on display at Boyanup Rail and Heritage Centre.

Page 8 Early Auto September 2018 Eastern Warren Goldfields Notes Blackwood’s Doings XR Falcon in Progress. MANY kilometres There was plenty to keep the members of Warren Black- have passed with trips over wood busy in the month of August with our regular annual east and a recent visit from trip to the Nannup Flower and Garden Festival. a Damian O’Doherty from A dozen or so of us made the trip on the Saturday Ballarat, that person ‘that’ sold me the Jalopy in the form of and found that there were several other branches that had a 1918 Studebaker Light 4 in 2015. Damian is a member of the same idea. It turned out to be a great chance to meet the Veteran Car Club in Ballarat. Somewhere in the paper- up with like minded people from Donnybrook, Busselton work, Damian indicated the month of manufacture is Octo- and Nannup areas. ber. When back in Kalgoorlie I will have to go thru what I The flower show organisers had done a great job received at the time of purchase. The date is not on the this year and there was a well organised bus tour at a Certificate of Authenticity, perhaps the chassis number budget cost of $3.00 to take people to some of the further could be the key. On the way to Golden Bay to collect flung open gardens set in the pristine countryside surround- some ‘stuff’, Damian stopped over in Kalgoorlie for a de- ing Nannup. served break from driving on Saturday, Sunday a visit to A further plus was an interesting and informative the Gallo’s to see the Overland’s progress and to talk about visit to a local woodworker who has built a full sized Clock old cars. Then onto Paynter’s to see Geoff’s Ford AC and that is to be installed in a clock tower in the town centre some motor bikes. Something as modern as my classic The timber made up for the clock mechanism had Fairmont is called an easy -mobile by Damian - People who to be precision cut to ensure absolute accuracy in order buy classics, may purchase a second car which is usually that the clock keeps correct time. Just the works are a work older, vintage or veteran which helps to keep the old car of art. movement alive. “says Ked”. Friday 24th saw another turn out of cars to Boyup After travelling to Golden Bay to collect boxes of Brook in order to help publicise a visit by the Melbourne Delage stuff to complement the Delage car he has in Balla- Cup. Boyup Brook is the only other centre in WA, apart rat, we caught up with Damian in Esperance. A trip to the from Perth, to host the cup on its international journey prior Sunday markets – no car stuff, then a round trip to Stone- to the running of the race in November. henge to compare the original in England, the rocks are Melbourne Cup Day is also the day that the Upper really quite good and then onto Lucky Bay was in order. To Blackwood Agricultural Society stages the Dinninup Show, top of his visit, out to the Esperance branch to meet some another event that we always attend that is a great day out of the members there, I love Anthony’s model cars. A photo with our cars. showing the trailer load of car bits along with Damian and Finally, Sunday 26th saw a few members make the the supervising dog Meika. This vehicle will of course add to Damian’s collection. trip on a beautiful spring like day to take part in a display at The Goldfields branch decided to join the Kam- the Boyanup Railway and Heritage Centre, another excel- balda Flounders club in Kambalda at the end of July. Being lent place to visit at any time. so late in the month, I am including the members car that Regards, Chris Marler attended this month. We may get a couple of new mem- bers from this meeting, the original XP Falcon could be Watch out for one. Those at the meet, Paul B 67 MGBGT, Alex G 27 Es- Mick Scolaro’s sex, Steve D 67 Cadillac, Graham D FJ Holden, Garth I 64 Fordson Thames EH Holden, Stephan K Valiant Ute, Eddie M Riley, Steve G truck at the year’s HD Holden, Andy W Camaro, Barry W MG TC, XP Falcon. Perth Royal Show Other cars were Gt Falcons, LX Toranas, EH Holdens, Al in the Walk Camino ute, modern Holden utes and a Mustang. See pho- Through WA tos of members cars. As per usual, the service from the K Pavilion !! F Club was good – well done. Without the Fairmont, Gwen- da and Kevin Escaped. (Her new shopping trolley) At the August meeting, Rocker Cover racing was to be discussed but held over to the next meeting - I won- der what the mechanics amongst us will build as racers. And I’m sure Steve will organise another round the town event for September. It will be to or past the murals that have been painted on building walls in town, Paul B has indicated he may take the photos and we will end up some- where for lunch. Can’t wait. Next meeting it is planned to show some DVD’s of an event Graham Duncan attended and Steve Dawson who at a meet in NZ (New Zealand) where an estimate of 3000 cars turned out. Just over 12 months to the events in Kalgoorlie / Boulder and the return to Perkolili in Septem- ber 2019. Until another, K Ed. Goldfields.

September 2018 Early Auto Page 9 MINUTES Ronald Aubury – Mundijong:1973 Valiant Doge were encouraged to bring their old car for display on Of the General Meeting of the Veteran Car Club Ute,1986 Nissan Pintara Sedan the day. of WA (Inc.) held at the Club Rooms, 265 Hale Lloyd & Pearly Harrison – Kalgoorlie: 1965 Ford General Events Calendar : (Events as listed on the Rd, Wattle Grove on 23 rd August 2018 at 8pm. Falcon Sedan Club website) Events are listed in order to meet Noel & Bronwyn Robinson – Forrestdale:1937 requirements of the Dept of Transport re conces- Attendance: President Tony Hume (Chair) and Oldsmobile sionally licensed vehicles. members as per the attendance book. Mr Frank Smart – Kalamunda:1962 Holden EK Ute August Apologies – as listed in the attendance book. Graham & Denise Sweetman – Stoneville:1927 23 Humber & Rootes Group Section mtg 7pm Guest Speaker: David Hume spoke on the com- Austin 7 Tourer VCC General Meeting at Wattle Grove plex restoration of his 1901 Locomobile steam car. Richard & Pat Green – Balcatta:1952 Holden FX 24 Military Section restoration shed fitout Life membership Presentation: Tony Hume con- 25 Perth To York Rally Sedan,1971 Holden HQ Sedan gratulated Alex Kirkwood on being nominated and 26 York Motor Show Herb & Ann Bossence – Kingsley: 1972 Volvo 142 accepted as a Life Member to the club at the July Albany Branch event GT Sedan, 1983 Volvo 240 GLE Sedan, 1964 Volvo Annual General Meeting. Tony presented a Life Busselton Branch display at Boyanup 122 S Sedan Peel Branch Boyanup display Member Badge and Certificate to Alex. Moved Aileen Stockdale / seconded Roger Bell the 28-30 Dowerin Field Day display - Mid West Branch Confirmation of minutes for the July 2018 General persons listed be accepted as members. CARRIED 29 Busselton Branch ladies lunch Meeting as printed in the August edition of Early Parts Shed open Auto. Moved Terry Duke / seconded Paul Andrews Club host Stefan Dumitro introduced the following 31 Peel Branch display at aged care facility CARRIED Military section Restoration shed new members attending their first meeting: Business arising from the previous minutes - Nil September Rod Mathews: 1956 FJ Holden ute, Maria Meleca Correspondence inwards and outwards: 1 Humber Rootes Group display Bunnings and son Sam: 1963 Holden EJ ute, Gerard Lagre- Letter to Governor re Club Patron. Koorda car and bike show nade: 1972 Dodge truck. 2 Katanning & Districts Branch meeting Letter from Lotterywest re acceptance of acquittal in President Tony welcomed these new members to Peel Branch Father’s Day display relation to shed grant the club. 3 Veteran Section meeting —Wireless Hill New lease document signed for Collie Branch 4 York Branch meeting Email from Shire re Disabled toilet Section, Branch and Other Reports: South Eastern coffee group run Email from Shire re requirements around electrical 5 Eastern Goldfields Branch meeting Veteran : John Wood advised that the next Section testing etc. Parts Shed open event is at Myalup in early December. Email from Shire advising very pleased with state of 6 Mid week run Busselton Vintage : No report. club infrastructure and surrounds. 6 Military Section restoration shed Post Vintage : Greg Ricket advised that a Chairman 7 Mid week run Various minutes from Branches/Sections for the group has now been appointed in Mr Ken Military section restoration shed Various accounts to Treasurer Wortlehock. 9 Albany Branch meeting Various advertisements and exchange newsletters Military: Paul Andrews advised that the Section will Busselton Branch meeting\ to the Editor display vehicles at the Dowerin Field day on 29 th - Esperance Branch meeting Correspondence inwards accepted, and outwards Mustang Shelby Section run 30 th August, the annual Arms and Armour event will endorsed. Moved Terry Duke / seconded Peter 10 Post Vintage Section meeting Wattle Grove be held at Cannington on 15-16 September, The Hume CARRIED. 11 Vintage Section meeting Wattle Grove Section is organising the Spring Rally to be held on Business Arising from the Correspondence: 12 Parts Shed open 23 September, while the Sections has met with the 13 VCC executive committee meeting Matters passed to the Management Committee for Perth Anzac Day Parade organisers and all is well 14-16 Model T Ford Section weekend getaway attention. for 2019. 14 Military Section restoration shed Treasurer’s Report: Model T : John Wood advised that the Section will 15 Katanning & Districts Branch display John Heydon was an apology for the meeting due to be holding an event at Margaret River on 14-16 Peel Branch —event illness. Tony Hume wished John well and advised 15-16 Military Section Arms & Armour display September. A Whiteman Park event will be held on that if there were any financial questions to email 16 Collie Branch meeting 18 November. Tony and he would provide an answer. Peel Branch meeting Mustang & Shelby : Roger Bell advised that a New Members: New members since the last meet- Warren Blackwood Branch meeting Houghton Valley run will be held on 9 September Post Vintage —3rd Sunday run ing are as follows: and the Section will be attending the Rotary Show Chittering Branch run Robert & Judy McAullay – Collie:1958 Austin Lancer on 30 Sept. 18 South Eastern coffee group run Larraine Deacon – Darlington: No Cars Listed Humber Rootes Group : Darryl Ferguson advised Military Section meeting Eddie & Beck Boeg – Kalgoorlie:1967 Holden Prem- that the Section had a strong showing of 26 vehicles 19 Parts Shed open ier Sedan, 1967 Holden Special Sedan 21 Military Section restoration shed at the York Motor Show. On Saturday 1 September Robert & Ruth Worthington – Rockingham: 1974 23 Spring Rally a display will be held at Bunnings. Jaguar XJ6 Sedan Albany Branch event Studebaker Section : No report. Keith & Anne Thomson – Jarrahdale: Military – no 26 Busselton Branch Ladies Lunch Parts Shed: Neil Pitman advised that starter Parts Shed open cars listed motors are currently being sorted, leaf springs have 27 Humber Rootes Group section meeting Richard Marek – Kellerberrin: No Cars Listed been tidied, the yard clean-up is continuing, a load VCC General Club meeting —Wattle Grove Trevor & Leebo Westwood – Collie:1957 VW of tyres has gone to the recyclers while the Morris 28 Military Section restoration shed 1300CC Beetle,1968 Fiat 500CC Bambino,1983 Minor has been advertised in Early Auto. 30 Peel Branch Field of Quilts run to Boddington Ducati MHR M/Cycle Mustang Shelby Section run Vehicle Registrar: No report. D Reid overseas. Morris & Barbara Danks – Wellard:1952 Austin Membership Registrar: Aileen Stockdale asked Loadstar Truck, 1948 Dodge Ambulance Van General Business: Neil Pitman advised that a raffle that Sections at the meeting to see her re new mem- Maria & Sam Meleca – Balcatta:1963 Holden EJ is being run which will be drawn on 28 October at ber details. Bruce McLeod & Trish Harrison – Esperance:1973 the Rocker Cover Racing. These tickets are $1 each Library: No report. Rover P6 Sedan Building and Premises Committee : No report. Lyle Rob & Lorraine Wright – Youngs Siding: 1970 Val- Ian Baxter advised that the club yard is being re- Metcalf caravanning. iant VG VIP Sedan, viewed with regard sealing options. This project is at Merchandise : Ian Baxter detailed the merchandise 1978 Fiat X 1-9 Sedan an early stage and if this was to progress, a Lotter- available to members. Daniel Ross & Valerie Hall – Mandurah:1984 Toyota west grant application may be needed. Early Auto : No report. G Moor overseas. Corona Sedan Bits & Pieces: Nil Events Coordinator : Terry Duke and Neil Pit- Peter & Judith Ellis – Leeming: No cars Listed The raffle was won by Brian Thompson man spoke about the combined Rocker Cover Rac- Michael Nollas & Ali Loton – Kalgoorlie:1968 Holden ing and the Restoration Shed official opening to be HK Monaro Meeting closed at 9.30 pm. held at the club rooms on 28 th October. Members

Page 10 Early Auto September 2018 T Ford notes The weather should be on the way for improvement the rain should be less frequent and temperatures on the rise, so it is time to get the old cars out and about soon. For us it time to ready for the Vet- eran Rally at Forbes NSW. I am getting a T Ford ready for the Field days late August and a T Ford for a display on Father’s Day at Mukinbudin. We won’t be at the T Ford Signature Run due to being at Forbes but after- wards we plan to be at the veteran run at Myalup and with the T Fords at Whiteman Park. The 1911 T Ford has been a bit of a trial tuning up the steering geometry and the engine. The engine was hesitating under power, one way I use is to check that compression is equal on all cylinders then I get a car that is running sweetly then swap components until I find a response. It doesn’t always work, I went through every- thing plugs, coils and timer and it was still hesitating and loosing power at full throttle but I did find a clue, when I changed the plugs I noticed the front plugs were quite sooty compared with the plugs in cylinders 3 &4 so I thought there must be a different fuel mixture front and rear, and the only way this could happen is via the inlet manifold cylinders 1&2 are fed by a different port to 3&4 so I took it off to check for leaks. The manifold was good, so the gasket was suspect I fixed that, and I had found the trouble. I have decided to have electric head lights on the 1911 T Ford there has been so much controversy about carbide some now say it is hazardous but no more than petrol but getting the carbide has persuaded me it’s too hard for me to find. I found some tiny LEDs about the size of a carbide flame and they are warm white so look like gas lights. Another tip I found over the years was spark plugs, to buy new ones to fit veterans is expensive I have tried adapters for modern 14 mm plugs but there is too little space around the porcelain for the combustion products of the old veterans. My solution is to use old take apart spark plugs and then get the porcelain out of a 14mm plug by removing the crimp. Then get copper washers of the correct size and countersink them with a tapered punch and tighten them in the old plugs. That gives plen- ty of space for buildup of combustion products and makes them easy to clean. If anyone wants details of the modern plug and copper washer size contact me, and if anyone has old half inch b.s.p. taper thread spark plugs I could do with some I have 6 Fords tractors and cars use the same spark plugs. John Smith

September 2018 Early Auto Page 11 The 2018 York Motor Show Gidgegannup. Arriving at Museum of Pubs, members were met Garth Irvin Kalgoorlie who willingly accepted their question sheet Wow, what a great weekend the 26 th of with almost as many cryptic answers, and entered their time of August was this year With a beautiful day arrival. Yes Barry there was a timed section as you did ask. At promised, we started the day early to get Museum of Pubs our host Steve and Janet provide us with morn- cars into place from the members of the ing tea and guided tour of the museum which has an extensive York VCC, before heading off to do our collection of beer and brewery memorabilia, cans, mirrors, signs, stints for the day. Either being a marshal, even a full length Pub Bar with taps that was save from the dem- doing the registration or selling raffle tick- olition team. Members were surprised as the size of the extensive ets, we knew exactly where we were supposed to be from the collection, the knowledge Steve & Janet have about beer and briefing that we had the day before. beer manufacturers. Similar to us and our cars Janet spoke of Soon the vendors came and set up, followed closely by their "Obsession" with their collection and it should be displayed vehicles. Big ones, small ones. New ones, old ones. Trucks, and not kept in boxes. We are the same get the car out of the tractors, caravans, motorbikes, vintage buses that took the shed and on the road where it can be seen. Even more surprising public on a trip around town, for a gold coin donation and by Steve and Janet do not drink beer. Janet our host bravely put up the number of people that went on the run, it was a great hit. her hand, to do the judging for the best couple attired related to There were also remote control vehicles, again in all shapes the age of their car and highly entertained us as she did even and sizes that went around a very well laid out course. donating beer related prizes to the winners. Hours later exiting There were around 650 vehicles on show at this year’s the museum we rallied up to Toodyay for a late lunch and a few Motor show, I guess it was the 23 degree heat that helped exploring antique shops, Conner Museum and the "Christmas bring people up to York because there were approximately Shop" where I hear several persons left the shop a little lighter in 4,500 visitors enjoying the early spring day. the hip pocket. Peter and Robyn Briggs, brought up an outstanding Mid afternoon we cranked the old cars into life and mo- 1903 Renault, it is a car that has done the run from London to tored thru Clackline and Spencers Brook to York. All farmers Brighton. It was a real family event with everyone catered for should be are please this year as all dams are full, wheat, oats including Billy Kart racing. 5 billy carts. 5 heats, then the final. and canola crops are on their way to a bumper season. Rally A trophy was awarded to a boy and a girl who won the race. technically finished at the Flour Mill Cafe. That evening we dined Trophies were also given to winners of people’s choice at the Castle Bistro Bar on a lavish meal & wine till the late hours. and best under bonnet. It was very pleasing to be able to have The banter and laughter drowned out the catering staff as they an event such as this where there was no animosity to anyone weaved in and out of us serving our meals. and all I could see on people’s faces, were smiles. We have During the evening Drivers and navigators were presented had numerous feedbacks, all congratulating us on such a well with a "Certificate of Participation" and the following received run event. It is such a big show by a very small committee. prize packs for the following: To those that volunteered we would like to send a Best Dress Kevin & Karyn Salter heartfelt thank you. Without them, we could not have run this First Entry Tony & Lesley Gibbs event. We would also like to thank the Perth VCC, for including Neatest Entry Margaret Hatch York, into their weekend itinerary. Also to the numerous clubs Oldest Car Ross & Ron Payne 1923 Essex and individuals that supported us. Question Quiz Mark & Margaret Hatch Preparations are well under way for next year’s event. Timed Section Richard Whitehead On a personal note, Graeme and I would like to thank Gary Best Hat FM Lesley Gibbs Best Hat M Terry Sellner and Trish Byfield. Their organizing skills were outstanding. 1920 Car Rod Henley 1930 Car Mark Hatch Till next time, Kathy, the scribe. 1950 Car Ian Baxter 1960 Car Kevin Salter 1970 Car Barry Peterkin 1980 Car Ian Bain York Rally Round Up York Rally winner Karyn & Kevin Salter Sunday's weather proved a fantastic drawcard to the York Motor The highly competitive 2018 York Rally dawned on a sunny, cool Show, with several hundred cars on display in the main street of and frosty morning to 60 strong hearted intrepid competitors with York and down on the river reserve. A few cars returned early to several new members & G Ellis's granddaughter joining the York Perth due to commitments. Back Up returned mid afternoon to Rally. Enthusiasts in 23 classic vehicles, 2 moderns and the back Perth with the satisfaction their services were not required. up team came from as far away as Geraldton, Kalgoorlie and Manjimup. NEWS FLASH Never let the truth get in the road of a good story The day started around 8am with the traditional settle your The home of the YRC was raided this morning with a Search and debt to YRC (York Rally Committee), raisin toast, tea and coffee Seizure Warrant by the VCCCC (Veteran Car Club Corruption with reminiscing meeting new rally groups and catching up with Committee) after allegations similar to the Fine Cotton racing old friends, as York Rally was rested as priority was given to Ral- substitution scandal of 2014 were raised. The search and seizure ly West in 2017. Clutching the traditional Rally Pack, loaded with stems from a formally respected club member and his strapper expensive goodies with thanks to the Salters for a last minute raising questions on the rally that when GM runs York Rally they Rally pack additions, and their route sheet in hand the normal pre always win a prize. Further questions had been raised when Ian rally briefing of how to read directions as we had a few new Bain a very highly respected club member raised how did I win members who had not rallied before, where and how cryptic the 1980 category when his rally time was grossly out and zero questions were set on route what they can expect today. points on questions. Easy Ian, by default, as you were driving the First car away at 9am was Ross & Ron Payne driving their only 1980 vehicle, but *^%$#@ was driving a 1982 Mercedes 380 mothers 1923 Essex and over the next 25 minutes cars departed SL. A quick check by YRC confirmed that *^%$#@ had entered at 1 minute intervals. After crossing Tonkin Highway the first of into the York Rally 1962 MGA, and allegations of rally fixing by the cryptic questions started, with some surprising responses. substitution of a faster vehicle to deceive the YRC and win a Rally committee when marking the questionnaires quickly identi- prize. The VCCCC is asking any persons with information or pho- fied that approx half the competitors needed go back and redo tos to come forward to assist with investigations. A $5 reward has their drivers licence as the could interpret a standard road sign been posted. with a motor cycle and parallel wavy lines underneath and the (Editor’s Note: The editor thanks Dale Miller and crew for step- others need to return back to grade 3 and learn what a vowel and ping up to run this year’s rally. Hopefully will be there next year a consonant is. The rally weave its way thru traditional back but if granddaughter keeps competing in the world champion- roads of Kalamunda, Mundaring Weir Road, thru Stoneville to ships of highland dancing each August, then who knows!!)

Page 12 Early Auto September 2018 York Motor Show Some of the activity at the York Motor Show held in August by the York Branch of the Club.

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September 2018 Early Auto Page 13 At the Club AGM, Parts Shed stalwarts Phil Stockdale Some of the Parts Shed crew enjoying morning tea (left) and Trevor Hooper (right) were presented with under cover in the new patio area at the Clubrooms plaques of recognition for their work over many years at the Parts Shed. Both Phil and Trevor have played pivotal roles in the development of the Parts Shed and its opera- tion over many years. Between them they’ve also trav- elled hundreds / thousands of kilometres collecting parts for the Club and making sure that parts are correctly iden- tified and stored away so that all members can benefit from the materials on hand.

A big THANK YOU to these two members for years of service to the Club !

Rootes Group display at Bunnings

Terence Chin’s Humber (see Rootes Group report)

VCC members get around—two past presidents in this shot taken in Scotland last month. Folk in the photo are (left to right); Harry Cor- nelius, Simone Cornelius -Moor (past president); Geoff Moor (past president), Joan Moor, and long -time members and Bridgetown residents Lesley -Ann Lingane and Dennis Lingane. In front is Aislinn Cornelius (highland dancer) . The occasion was the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow where the Lingane’s grand- son successfully competed with his Queensland school pipe band whilst taking part in the Edinburgh Tattoo and the Moor’s grand- daughter was competing in a dance competition as one of the warm -ups to the world highland dance championships the following Tony & Lesley Gibbs Delage was spotted on the Mid week. Crazy to think that members have to travel to Scotland to catch up !!

Page 14 Early Auto September 2018 Rootes one that was in a less than happy state. After having is- Rambles sues getting it started it was eventually parked up until the inevitable seized motor occurred. Took it to a "Mechanic" Hillman Humber who could not appreciate such a fine motor car and was Singer Sunbeam told it was "Hopeless". To cut a long story short the car Commer Karrier was parked up for at least 25years until the time was right and resurrectance has finally taken place. A short story It will be officially about true persistence. Also note that there are a few other Spring by the time Rootes cars in the same stable awaiting the "Right Time", you are reading this. A namely a Singer Gazelle 111a or 111b, a Humber Vogue run up to York for the York Motor Show on the 26th gave Series 1 or 11 and of course the 1937 New minx that has us a taste of what is to come. The exceptionally good made a few appearances at our displays and the Hillman weather brought out all of the usual cars as well as the Nats this year. Multitudes of "Fine Weather" runners so made for a great There is a push on to locate any and all of the items day out with a good selection of vehicles from all era's and that actually belong to the Humber Club ( previous) or the makes. Well done to the York Crew for a great event. Humber Rootes Section of the VCC so if any members Congratulations to Terrence on having his Series VA Snipe have anything stored away in sheds, cupboards or wherev- at its 1st official club run. Did note that it has a towbar so er can you please let John Ley know so we can list what hope to see it bringing the 37 Hillman along on a trailer we have and then decide where we can keep these. Had next time...... We did a minor convoy run from Cen- an offer at our last meeting to transfer any paper files we trepoint comprising of the 2 Snipes, a Mark Hawk, Hillman have on to ( Not sure what) but in an electronic format so Special and had a Mercumber as the sweeper car. Apart we don't lose historical information due to the problems from a Stone Chip or two from impatient cars overtaking with storing paper. Thank you Ellen hope you don't regret and kicking up stones all completed the journey. the offer. As at most shows if we show the Flag there is al- We will have had our Annual Sausage Sizzle at Bun- ways the chance of finding out about new cars or potential ning Kalamunda which is the 1st September and Deanne members and York was no different. Managed to catch up has made us a set of aprons for use on such days. The with Nick Soencer who was driving his Viva but had previ- aprons will certainly improve the "Professional Look" not ously told us about a Singer Gazelle that we need to look sure what we can do about the faces though, naturally at, so this time we have his contact details and just need to excluding the lovely wives who always help out. arrange a visit. Also Michael another VCC member has just Keep in mind the following dates: become the proud owner of an Hillman Minx that he needs 23rd Sept Spring Rally to get out of his brothers shed and then look at what needs 7th Oct Rotary Display at Wesley to be done. Plenty of expertise and parts available for this Rootes Roundup 14th October Stirk Park Annual Event one so hopefully will be successful in getting it on the road Looking for all Rootes Vehicles from all sections and again. branches to come along to support us and keep the Rootes More on Terrence's Snipe Story. It appears that Ter- Group Name at the forefront. rence had his Grandfathers Minx (another story) as an eve- Until Next Month ryday car but like all Rootes owners lusted after a Humber " Keep the Lucas leads Dry and the Rootes Boots Scoot- Snipe. So about 29 years ago he managed to purchase ing." Uneventful Darryl Ph: 0478603424

Last Sunday some Mustang & Shelby Section members gathered at Jane Brook Estate, Middle Swan, for a shared Mediterranean lunch . We had magnificent weather and wonderful food .We sat outdoors , overlooking the vine- yards and spent a few hours enjoying the whole experi- ence . Those present were : Grant Menhennett & Aida Somez , Angie & Pete Eyles , James Bowler & Felicity Williams , Davorin & Ingrid Grgurich , Mona & Andrew An- weather is not favourable . Following that we have the dreou, Ivy & Alex Kinnaird , Ron & Julie Proberts , Carol & Spring Rally on Sun Sept 23rd run this year by Military Bill Fleming , Jim & Lee Godden , Roger & Sally Bell Section of the VCCWA . Details already posted .

Our next scheduled event is a BYO picnic lunch at Cheers, Houghton Winery on Sunday 9th September . We will Sally Bell , Secretary Mustang & Shelby Section VCCWA post further details closer to the date including plan B if the

September 2018 Early Auto Page 15 Morris and Austin Display Day BOOK REVIEW Just wondering if it is still possible to get something in your EA magazine about the by Bill Buys Austin (and Morris) Car Display at Whiteman Park on Sunday 7 th October 2018. It th is the 70 anniversary of the Morris (Minor) car in October 2018. --THE biggest book The Austin Car club is holding a rally at the Whiteman Park Motor Muse- we’ve seen in a long um on Sunday 7 th October 2018 and they have invited the Morris Car Club of WA while was Perth motor to join them so we thought we should celebrate the 70 th anniversary of the Morris historian Graeme Cocks’s Red Dust make on the same day. Racers , a huge work that took 20 years of research. All Austin and Morris cars (club members or non-club members) are invit- All about racing at Lake Perkolilli, near Kal- ed, in fact anyone with a Austin or Morris car of any model, shape or size is wel- goorlie, in the early years, it tipped the scales at 3.6kg come. Ideally cars should be in place by 0930 hours with some information about - and made world news when UK writer Doug Nye their car placed on the windscreen. dropped his copy on his foot. However, it’s soon to be overtaken by a book From the Morris Car Club we expect to see cars from 1948 through to the on Bentley. current models, with some unique cars such as the Morris Z ute, J Van, Series MM The famed Brit celebrates its 100th anniver- Low lite and highlight Morris 1000s. Everything from sedans, utes, vans and sary next year and to mark the milestone date, it will Travellers. release a limited edition book covering its illustrious century of operations and its future. Called Bentley Centenary Opus , it will be much more than just a rec- ord of the brand’s history. It will be published by Opus, and its writers have been given exclusive ac- cess to Bentley's designers, engineers and executives to present data never seen before. Apart from a look at the luxury brands plans for the future, it will detail Bentley's glorious 1920s Le Mans victories and iconic models of the 20th century, and highlight the people who helped bring the company and its cars to life. Here’s the rub, as they tend to say in the up- per echelons of Bentleydom: the book weighs nearly 10 times more than Cocks’s magnificent effort (which, incidentally, made it to the finals of the world motor book of the year). Bentley Centenary Opus has a mass of a coffee table collapsing 30kg, its pages will be up to 50cm square and it will also have some Play- boy -style fold -out sections (‘gateway’ pages in Opus - speak) stretching to 2m, so as to ‘offer full justice to the stunning imagery. The price has not yet been re- vealed, but it will probably be as substantial as the book, which will be printed in three editions: the Mulli- ner and Centenary editions in large print and the Crewe edition will be produced in a more compact size. The books will arrive in 2019 and those wanting to reserve a copy need to contact Opus Publishing. Bentley will also build a special Mulsanne (car, not book) as a homage to company founder Walter Owen (W.O.) Bentley. Opus co -founder Hari Ramchandran: We are thrilled and deeply honoured to be able to tell this unique story.

Page 16 Early Auto September 2018 The Verdict was missing last month Katanning and Districts because I was over- “GAZETTE ” seas seeing the long Well folks That’s August done and dust- lost family with Max- ed. Phew that went quick. Myself I’ve ine. We had a great been busy finishing my 40s Van for the upcoming Spring month away, saw Tour, so haven’t got much to report. the folks in England Lloyd Nelsons run was quite successful by all ac- and drove down to Spain through France, lovely scenery, counts with participants from far and wide. Including some very good roads and good company. We never noticed City Fol and a spattering of the crew from Boddington Nuts any old vehicles in Europe. England was a different matter though and we went to the Haynes Motor Museum in and Bolts. Thanks lots and good on you Lloyd. See we weren’t all sitting by the cosy fire. Sparkford to view a magnificent collection and to the Mor- th gan Factory in Malvern for a tour. This was very interesting As noted in the “Gazzette” our club meeting 19 Au- as you see how the cars are made from start to finish. The gust.. A venue was chosen for our Christmas Nosh up. De- tour takes about two hours and shows every stage from tails below. the chassis build through frame assembly, sheeting, paint Wagin Lesser Town Hall, Travestock Street . Wagin. nd and trim. The Morgan is still the only hand built car on the Sunday 2 December, 12 Noon, $30 a head BYO market that is built in the traditional way with an Ash frame drinks. and made just like a vintage vehicle. One of my brothers - So for those wishing to come along. Payment must be by in - law in the Midlands has a 1937 Buick, a 1929 Chevrolet the 18 th November and a 1942 Army Jeep so we were around some old cars. No if’s or buts this is the cut of date for catering purposes. They are all left hand drive which is a bit of a worry around As we will need to confirm numbers. the English lanes but it didn’t seem to concern him, alt- Payment to Ron Holland Wagin or Alex Stevenson hough I had a few white knuckle moments at times. Katanning. Or will be accepted at the next meeting . Enough about me, now back to reality. The Auto Coming Events st Jumble held on July 1 was once again a resounding suc- Sep 2 Coffee in Katanning with Lunch at Woody Tav- cess - there were 93 Sellers and 1132 buyers. I don’t know ern where they come from but this is always a popular event Sep 15 Katanning KatMac and of course good for the club. Two trailer loads of old Sep 22 -23 Albany Classic car show. rubbish (the only way to describe it) was taken down from Oct 7 Morning Tea Black Cockatoo Café Kojonup 10.30 am the parts shed. Now this stuff was to be thrown away and Oct 27 Katanning show. Vehicles on display 9.30 consisted mainly of old Guards in poor condition. Rod Vo- Nov 4 Coffee run in Both Wagin and Katanning. gel said “ let’s try to sell them instead of chucking them Nov 18 Club meeting Historical Village 2.30 away and ask $5.00 for each item,” well they had to re- That’s it from the Desk ; Brian Noble move the price tags, people were offering more money than was being asked, the parts shed made $1300 from Beverley Run the two trailers loads of stuff !! Notice it’s now called ‘stuff” After a wet and cold Great Southern week the sun came out for instead of rubbish. You can never tell what people want, Clubs County Peak - Beverley run. Sunday August 5th you see, never assume. Narrogin and Wagin members met up at the Narrogin Town Hall and pushed on to the Brookton Railway Station to meet up PRE -WAR MID WEEK RUN there with Members of the Perth Chevrolet Club, Boddingtons Nuts & Bolts Club & Chittering Club Members. Doug baker has started a mid -week run which will be held After a quick look through Inezs Antique & Old Wares once a month mainly for pre - war vehicles, which of course shop, the convey travelled to Kokeby, turned there Eastwards fol- are all vintage vehicles and some post vintage. I took my lowing the well sign posted County Peak road, crossing over the Roller which is 1951 and I’m sure it wouldn’t matter what strongly running Avon River. As the convey stopped at the you took. The point is that the run is suitable for the older Peak Walk Path they startled a group of Red Kangaroos vehicles if you choose to take one. What a lovely day we which bounded every which way. all had. The initial meet was at Rotary Park Wanneroo County Peak is a very high point and looks into seven where four cars assembled, we then drove to Muchea separate Shires. The Tourist drive loops below the Peak and where we joined four other vehicles, there was meant to there is a walk path to the top which most of the Convoy be five but one broke down before reaching us, that’s what Climbed. There is another low level Lookout overlooking the happens to old cars occasionally. Our route took us on Yen Yenning Lake Chain which empties into the Avon River. Chittering Road to join the Great Northern Highway and Property owner Scott McLean kindly sign posted the route to then on to the Bindoon Museum where we spent a very the lookout and most club members took this walk. pleasant hour or so looking around. Lunch stop was at the Then it was a dash into Beverly on Dirt Roads to Bindoon Bakery where we all had naughty things to eat, take in a Xmas in July type lunch in the delightful Bever- well I did anyway. Back home at our leisure and a wonder- ley Hotel. Host John treated us well. After this visits were ful day was had by all. paid to the Trash & Treasure warehouse on the Highway There were eight cars all told for this first run organ- ised by Doug and I must say all went well, it’s nice to get and then to the outstanding Vintage machines display. out mid - week whilst there’s less traffic so we can enjoy There is an astonishing collection of artefact there and our hobby. Our old cars need using, so how about getting very well worth the visit. them out of the shed and joining Doug for these lovely out- Run organizer Lloyd Nelson said that it was a great day ings. out. Lots to see and everyone attending was very so- Meanwhile keep those old wheels turning ciable. County Peak is an outstanding tourist attraction Richard Whitehead but very little known. He said the club possibly could do another run to the Peak next year September 2018 Early Auto Page 17 Bits And Pieces

FOR SALE FOR SALE 1918 Buick Automatic transmission Borg Warner 35 Fully reconditioned Genuine 1918 recently and never used $700.00 Phone Ron on mobile vehicle with orig- 0427612791. inal body. No reproduction 1965 series IV Sunbeam Rapier , including many new parts parts. Has been (contact Keith for details) such as 1725 cc engine with extractors, rebuilt mechani- Rebuilt original 1592cc long engine included, new rare window cally with reconditioned engine. Very rare 100 year old vehicle. rubbers and seals, new houses and hosing, many new parts, gen- $9,000 ono. Contact Lloyd on 0439472476 uine rootes workshop and spare parts manuals and rare, like new genuine owners handbook etc etc. $15,500 Contact: Keith 0413 1927 Whippet tourer 444 010 older restoration , $14,000 or swap for model a coupe or pickup less condi- tion. 1927 Whippet 99% restored, running every- thing except wiring completed.

1947 FORD PILOT - L & R Hand Front Doors, L & R Hand Rear Doors Both complete, all straight, no rust, price neg. Ph John 0499012040 1956 Sunbeam (Talbot ) Saloon. Full rego, engine, g/box, front end, clutch, tailshaft, cooling system all overhauled, Leather upholstery, 4 -spd floor shift. Many spares incl body, en- gine, g/box, sundries. $15990 ono. Mike 0439911650

1970 Austin 1800 Mk2 manual Sedan. Con- cessional licence, white ,in very original con- dition. Used regularly on club runs. $6000 ono. Frank 0437641642.

VINTAGE TYRES , 4 off with tubes and rust bands. Full tread. 475/500 - 20 inch $400.00 neg. Located in York. Email: [email protected]

Metal lathe Crs 550mm, swig 140mm, 3 phase motor but can be replaced with single phase very easy, belt drive, chucks 3 & 4 jaw, steady by 2, face plate 200mm diam. Lathe mounted on a bench. $800. Contact: Alex Selley Ph. 9537 3409, Mob. 0410 992 271

The following items are located at the Parts Shed: Austin A30 Body Someone has started restoration, the body is in good condition, there is no motor. Make an offer. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire Sedan This was a fully re- stored and operational vehicle, however it has now been partly dismantled and some body parts are not with the vehicle Engine complete with twin carbies. Would make an excellent estoration project. Offers please. 1950 Triumph Renown Sedan This car is partly dismantled but 4cyl engine is still in place Would make a great restoration or parts car. Offers please. 58 -59 Morris Minor 1000 2door Sedan This car has been stripped and re -painted. Has been about 90% reassembled. Needs hood lining seats to be done, and door and window rubbers This car would make a good restoration project. Make an offer. Phone Neil Pitman 0406097282 or Brian Thompson 0447227644.

Have You Started Your Rocker Racer Yet ? WANTED 1951 Mk V Jaguar front and rear bumpers Keith Sims 0413 444 010

Page 18 Early Auto September 2018 Veteran Car Club of W.A. (Inc), Meetings held on the 4th Thursday in each month (except December) in the Club P O Box 79, Bentley WA 6982 Rooms, 265 Hale Road (Cnr Tonkin Highway), Wattle Grove commencing at 8pm A.B.N. 16 234 602 729 Web Site: Parts shed & library open most Wed mornings www.veterancarclubofwa.asn.au Club room bookings - 9453 2728 CLUB CONTACTS: Secretary Murray Connell [email protected] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Treasurer David Staniforth -Smith [email protected] PRESIDENT Tony Hume [email protected] Ph: 0457 678 898 MODEL T FORD SECTION VICE PRESIDENT Terry Duke Ph: 9293 4349 Chairman Alan Long [email protected] ph: 0407 773 358 [email protected] Secretary John Oldland [email protected] ph: (08) 9291 6254 SECRETARY Alex Kirkwood Ph: 9419 1654 Treasurer: Richard Brisbane -Cohen 14 Trillo Rd, Subiaco 6008 ph: 9381 8279 Secretary’s email: [email protected] MUSTANG AND SHELBY SECTION Email: [email protected] (ALL mail to the Club Post Office Box as at top of this page PLEASE) Chairman Roger Bell Ph: 9364 2474 TREASURER Secretary Sally Bell Ph: 9364 2474 John Heydon, 23 Melville Beach Rd, Applecross ph: 0409594885 STUDEBAKER SECTION Mail: 28 Concorde Drive, High Wycombe. 6057 Treasurer’s email: [email protected] Chairman Jim Wade 94371610/0419 969 783 [email protected] MEMBERS Ian Baxter ph: (08) 9381 6808 Secretary Esther Robertson 0414 723 821 [email protected] John Oldland ph: (08) 9291 6254 Treasurer Leonie Wade 0419 969 783 [email protected] Esther Robertson ph: 0414 723 821 ALBANY BRANCH P.O. Box 307, Albany, 6330 Roger Bell ph: Ph: 9364 2474 Club rooms address: - Kitson Road, Gledhow Email [email protected] Andrew Wearmouth Chairman Les Checketts ph: 0403 681 554 CONCESSIONAL LICENCE REGISTRAR Secretary Jenny Sinclair ph: 9841 2652 Email [email protected] David Reid, 205 Bailey Rd, Glen Forrest, 6071 ph: (08) 9298 9033 Treasurer Robert Hickling 220 Mercer Road , Albany 6330 ph: 9844 7476 Email [email protected] BUSSELTON BRANCH P.O. Box 428, Busselton, 6280 MEMBERSHIP REGISTRAR (Acting) Club rooms address: Cnr Queen St and Marine Tce, Busselton Aileen Stockdale, 6 Oxley Place, Darlington WA 6070 ph:(08) 9252 1292 Chairperson Stuart Pearson 56 Kwenda Loop, Capel ph 0407190846 Email: [email protected] Secretary Russell Chinnery P O Box 428 Busselton 6280 ph 0419 933 620 EVENTS COORDINATOR Email: [email protected] Geoff Moor, [email protected] ph 0418 929 035 Treasurer Ian Ellson ph: 0448 427 950 SPARE PARTS COORDINATORS CHITTERING BRANCH Brian Thompson ph: 0447 227 644 Chairman Roland Thomasson, 19 Hart Dve, Chittering 0431429590 Neil Pitman ph: 0406097282 Secretary Di Broad 9576 0311 [email protected] BUILDING AND PREMISES CHAIR Lyle Metcalf ph: 0417 993 631 Treasurer Alvera Gibbs 34 North Ave, Bullsbrook 0488 118 492 —-o0o— - COLLIE BRANCH P.O. Box 379 Collie W.A. 6225 CLUB MEETING HOST Stefan Dumitro ph: 9277 8319 Club rooms address: Medic Street, Collie EARLY AUTO EDITOR Geoff Moor (see inside front cover) Chairman John Rexworthy 0407 092 622 E: [email protected] LIBRARIANS Christine and John Howell ph: 9359 1176 Secretary Hamish Pipe 0497 156 755 email: [email protected] PROPERTY OFFICER Stefan Dumitro ph: 9277 8319 Treasurer Wayne Millman0408477472 email: [email protected] AFFILIATED CLUBS DONNYBROOK BRANCH Vintage Motorcycle Club of WA Secretary - Jim Douglas ph: 9401 6763 Chairman Doug Bishop 9731 2998 email: [email protected] Buick Owners Club of Western Australia Inc. Bev Nicholson ph: 9405 7451 Secretary Suzanne Smithers 9731 1395 email: [email protected] Daimler & Lanchester Owners Club of W.A. Tom Saggers ph: 92931915 Treasurer Pam Licciardello 9731 0106 email: [email protected] South West Veteran Car Club, PO Box 482, Bunbury EASTERN GOLDFIELDS BRANCH DATING OFFICERS Club Rooms address: 13 Whitlock Street Kalgoorlie Veteran Ray Coyle, 19 Irwin St, Henley Brook ph: (08) 9296 1046 Chairman Graham Duncan 190 Cheetham St, Kalgoorlie6430 ph 0428853882 Alex Selley, 5 Tuckey Place, Golden Bay ph: (08) 9537 3409 Secretary Garth Irvin 84 Davis St, Boulder 6432 Vintage Philip Stockdale, 6 Oxley Pl, Darlington ph: (08) 9252 1292 Ph 0418 901 850 [email protected] Post Vintage John McLean 30 Addison Way, Warwick ph: (08) 9448 2120 Treasurer Geoff Paynter P O Box 870 Kalgoorlie 6430 ph: 9021 5712 Military Norm Chester 3 Myrtle Street Walliston ph: (08) 9291 6767 ESPERANCE BRANCH PO Box 2409, Esperance 6450 FIRST LICENCE VEHICLE EXAMINERS Branch Email Address: [email protected] Murray Lizatovich ph: 9299 6774 Chairman Norm Hanks 0427444125 Rick Beazley ph: 9419 3149 Secretary Merle Hanks 0427444120 David Reid—email: [email protected] ph: (08) 9298 9033 [email protected] John McLean ph: (08) 9249 9457 Treasurer Judy Shaw 0427715180 Glenn Hodda ph: (08) 9537 7052 KATANNING & DISTRICTS BRANCH Philip Stockdale ph: (08) 9252 1292 Postal Address: 10 Omdurman St Wagin WA 6315 VEHICLE SCRUTINEERS Chairman Edward Pugh Ph 0428 711 124 Albany Les Checketts—Scrutineer ph: 0403 681 554 Secretary Ron Hollands Email: [email protected] 0427621791 David Kinnear —Authenticity officer ph: (08) 9841 3303 Treasurer Garry Griffiths Email: [email protected] Graham Wright—Authenticity officer ph: 0427 907 769 MIDWEST BRANCH P.O. Box 1900 Geraldton 6531 Warren Blackwood Alan Duns, Jim Harkins, Fred Doust—no contacts provided Chairman Mark Hatch P.O. Box 975 , Geraldton 6531 ph: 99251016 COUNCIL MOTORING CLUBS REPRESENTATIVES email : [email protected] Geoff Moor ph: 0418 929 035; Esther Robertson ph:(08) 9454 5826 Secretary Margaret Hatch 0438 051 016 email: [email protected] CLUB ROOM BOOKING AGENT ph: (08)9453 2728 Treasurer Mike Marsh 9938 1150 email: [email protected] WEBMASTER John Oldland [email protected] ph: (08) 9291 6254 PEEL BRANCH P.O. Box 31, Mandurah, 6210 SECTION AND BRANCH CONTACTS: - Chairman David Munro E. [email protected] 0419 946 787 VETERAN SECTION Section Rooms, Wireless Hill, Applecross Secretary Dianne McIntosh E: [email protected] 9582 8846 Chairman Linton Sharp [email protected] ph: 9242 4541 Treasurer Jamie Easton E: [email protected] 0405 246 409 Secretary Bob Henley 6 Carob Tree Place, Lesmurdie, 6076 ph: 9291 7272 WARREN/BLACKWOOD BRANCH P0 Box 21 Manjimup WA 6258 Treasurer Nevis Dowding 40 Wandarrie Avenue, Yokine, 6060 ph: 9275 8994 Chairman Phill Craft email [email protected] ph: 9772 4989 VINTAGE SECTION Secretary Deb Weston email [email protected] ph: 0428464043 Chairman Rod Vogel mobile 0456020002. email: [email protected] Treasurer John Jonker 0439411351 email: [email protected] Secretary Lesley Gibbs 21 Bellevue Tce, Fremantle Ph: 6420 2535, 0478 599 563 YORK BRANCH P O Box 326 York WA 6302 Treasurer Richard Whitehead Ph: 9361 1258, 0402002469 Chairperson Gary Byfield 9641 1741; 0414 885 338 e: [email protected] POST VINTAGE SECTION Secretary Regina Michel -Huessy 9643 1074 e: [email protected] Chairman Geoff Ellis [email protected] Treasurer Leo Pendergrast 0439 331 246 e: [email protected] Secretary Greg Ricket [email protected] 0438861954 Treasurer Chris Rogers 1/5 Haig St, Ashfield 6054 0407969402 Change of Mailing Address and HUMBER & ROOTES GROUP SECTION non -delivery of Early Auto —contact: Chairman Alan Wegner Ph: Mob: 0400443152 [email protected] Aileen Stockdale 6 Oxley Place, Darlington WA 6070 ph: (08) Secretary Terrance Chin [email protected] 9252 1292 Email: [email protected] Treasurer Gary Slater 9641 2806 [email protected] MILITARY SECTION Chairman Bob Wise [email protected]

September 2018 Early Auto Page 19 The Back Page

Katanning & Districts Branch car convoy at County Peak

Eastern Goldfields at a display

Bill & Sharon Vermeij of Esperance Branch with their new 1935 Chevrolet Master "Rootes Roundup" Humber - Hillman - Sunbeam - Singer - Commer - Karrier 2018 Hosted by The Humber and Rootes Group Section of the VCC of WA

October 14th 2018 at Stirk Park Kalamunda

Free Entry: Please enter from Kalamunda Rd heading East (Uphill) Follow directions from marshals. Time: ParK opens at 8am cars to be parked and on display by 9am to 3pm. Note: Exemption can be made for Country Entrants as long as we are notified to allow for parking space to be kept clear.

Entrant:

Address:

Phone # Email

Year and Make of Vehicle Rego:

Entries to: Darryl Ferguson : 5 Reader Place Caversham WA 6055 Hp: 0478603424 e'mail: [email protected]

ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND DECLARATION OF INDEMNITY I understand that my participation in this rally event may expose me, my property, my reserve driver and passengers, if any, to risk of death, personal injury, loss or damage, which risks may or may not be foreseeable, and I hereby voluntar- ily assume all such risks as a condition of my application to participate.

I have read the Constitution and the Rally Rules of the Veteran Car Club of WA Inc. In consideration for my being al- lowed to participate in this rally event, I hereby agree to be bound by the said Constitution and Rally Rules, and I further agree to save harmless and keep indemnified the rally event organisers, promoters and all club members, along with their respective officials, servants, agents and representatives, from and against all actions, claims, costs, expenses and demands of any kind, in respect of death, personal injury, loss or damage to me, my property, my reserve driver or passengers, however caused, that arise or are alleged to arise out of or in connection with my entry or participation in the rally event, except insofar as such actions, claims, costs expenses and demands are covered by an Insurance Poli- cy with the State Government Insurance Commission or some other insurance company.

I understand all monies shall be refunded should my application be denied.

I declare that my vehicle is currently licensed and roadworthy, and that I hold the appropriate driver’s licence.

Signed Date

VCC SPRING RALLY 2018 SUNDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER Conducted and hosted by the MILITARY SECTION of the V.C.C. of W.A. (Inc) Open to all members of the V.C.C. of W.A. (Inc.) and aliated clubs, families and invited guests. To secure your posion in the Spring Rally to Castledare Miniature Railway, Wilson please complete this form and return it with your min. deposit of $20.00 /vehicle ( Max. FOUR people i.e.2 x Ad. , 2 x Ch.)

ENTRY FEE : $20.00 per vehicle ( includes Venue Fees and TWO ( Free ) x Sausage in a bun, food voucher’s.) Addional Sausage in a Bun @ $2.50 each. Your choice of Mustard or tomato sauce and Onion’s. Cheque’s payable to : Military Secon of VCC of WA, and mailed together with your ENTRY FORM ; VCC Spring Rally 2018 ,P.O. Box 2014 , High Wycombe 6057 W.A. with your Surname noted on the back of cheque. or Direct Deposit : BSB 036 069 Acc. 931297 with surname noted on bank receipt and ‘cleared’ through Military Secon bank account before ‘Close of Entries’ date 8 th .September 2018 ,also please enclose a copy of bank receipt with your entry form . Mail ENTRY FORMS and Bank receipt To : VCC Spring Rally 2018 , P.O. Box 2014 , High Wycombe 6057 W.A. Or Preferred EMAIL to ; [email protected] CASH ONLY - Payment of ENTRY FEE will be accepted on the day of 23 rd .September 2018. Pre -Paid ENTRIES will be REFUNDED if Event CANCELLED. Thankyou. ENTRANT DETAILS

Driver ; ……………………………. navigator’s name ; ………………………………. number of entrants , incluDing Driver aDults ………. chilDren ………..

Address ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Postcode………….

Ph. / Mobile No. ……………………………………… BRANCH / SECTION ( VCC ) or CLUB/ Guest………………………………………

Email Address ; ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Year and Make of Vehicle ………………………………………………….Model…………………………Licence Rego’ …………………….

PLEASE ‘CIRCLE’ - OPTION 1 – Start at RSL Bellevue 0730hrs. or OPTION 2 – Meet at Castledare Miniature Railway 1015hrs. Class of Vehicle ( please circle) VETERAN VINTAGE POST VINTAGE MOTOR CYCLE MODERN / INVITATIONAL ( Invitaonal is for members of invited clubs ,if not a member of VCC ) PLEASE NOTE ; Vehicles under 25 y.o. are ineligible for OUTRIGHT Winner of ‘Bob Dimer Memorial Trophy’. THIS IS NOT A ‘ TIMED ROAD RALLY ‘ and subsequently LIMITED to a Maximum speed of 60 Kilometres per hour

ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND DECLARATION OF INDEMNITY I understand that my parcipaon in this rally event may expose me, my property, my reserve driver and passenger’s ,if any, to risk of death , personal injury , loss or damage, which risks may or may not be foreseeable, and I hereby voluntarily assume all risk’s as a condion of my applicaon to parcipate. I have read the Constuon and Rally Rules of the Veteran Car Club of WA Inc. In consideraon for my being allowed to parcipate in this rally event, I hereby agree to be bound by the said Constuon and Rally Rules and further agree to save harmless and keep indemnied the rally event organisers, promoters and all club members, along with their respecve ocials , servants ,agents and representaves ,from and against all acons ,claims ,costs ,expenses and demands of any kind ,in respect of death ,personal injury ,loss or damage to me ,my property ,my reserve driver or passengers ,however caused ,that arise or are alleged to arise out of or in connecon with my entry or parcipaon in the rally event ,except insofar as such acons ,claims ,costs expenses and demands are covered by an Insurance Policy with the State Government Insurance Commission or some other insurance company. I understand all monies shall be refunded should my appli- caon be denied. I declare that my vehicle is currently licensed and roadworthy and that I hold the appropriate driver’s license.

SIGNED ... … DATE … ... ( Must be signed to enter Rally )

A ‘Pre -Paid’ ENTRY received on or before 8 th .September would assist our Event organisers, with a quicker process during REGIS- TRATION of ENTRANTS on the day and organising catering of food ,during your choice of riding on Steam , Petrol engine/ Elec- tric powered Locomove Trains and carriages on the day. Cheer’s ENJOY the DAY. Summary of cost’s ‘Sausage in a Bun’ to Driver and/or person’s - Number required ...... Max. 2 x FREE ………..

Addional – ‘Sausage in a Bun’ – Number required ……. @ $ 2.50 per person = $ ……………. 3. ENTRY FEE - per vehicle , maximum 4 x people included…………… = $ 20.00 ENCLOSED TOTAL = $...... …..aernoon BBQ available at NIANA Staon and BYO meal’s at Wilson Park, Kent Street Weir BBQ area