2002 Officers: President: Ken Rowe (210) 656-6458; Vice-President George Kiolbassa s1

Visit our website: WWW.SACTC.COM 2005 Officers: President: Carole Buss (210) 545-1237; Vice-President: C.E. Boyd, jr. (830) 665-4763; Secretary: Cheryl Meynig (210) (210) -341-1057; Treasurer: Troy Rowe (210) 656-6458 ; Car Clinics: Andy Hoekstra (210) 690-8514; Tours: John Kennedy (210) 342- 0344; Newsletter Editor: Neal Johnston (210) 824-1257; C.T.C.I. Advisor: Carole Buss JANUARY Activities MEMBERSHIP MEETING: Saturday, January 8th , 9 A.M. at JIM’S COFFEE SHOP, 16101 San Pedro (Between Bitters and Thousand Oaks on West Feeder Road). WEEKLY TECH MEETINGS: 6 P.M. the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Wednesday at the I.H. 10 CHESTER’S. WEEKLY CRUISE NITES: 6 P.M. Fridays AND Saturdays, Blanco’s Café on Austin Highway (old Harper’s Hamburgers location). BIRDER’S NIGHT OUT: None for this month. 

President’s Message: Happy holidays to all and may we all have a healthy and fun filled 2005. I would say that our clubs holiday activities have been a glowing success. We had a gorgeous day for the Sattler parade and meeting, I'm sorry that some were unable to participate. I'm honored to be your president for another year and am grateful for those who have consented to serve the organization in the other elected offices. I especially want to thank Neal for his effort in producing an informative newsletter and putting out club announcements. The letter saves a lot of telephone time.

I conclude by asking that we all keep Jo Ann Carter in our thoughts and prayers as she grieves for Jack, a wonderful man, through this holiday season. He will be missed by all of us.

Carole Buss

Minutes – December 11th 2004 Carole Buss called the meeting to order at her Canyon Lake house with 24 people present. Guests were Mary Lucas and Jimmy Dowda’s friend Sandy.

The November minutes were approved with a motion and seconded by Ken Rowe and Rusty Pinkerton.

Treasurer’s report was given by Troy Rowe, Birthdays were recognized.

John Kennedy reported that the Dallas Club will be going to Nacogdoches in March instead of Salado (more information later). No other current future tour plans,

Carole Buss passed out forms for Hartland Flight Convention in Nebraska July 7-10, 2005. Motion made by Lou Mauldin, seconded by Neal Johnston to instate a Sweetheart Fund for a remaining spouse to be made an honorary member, treated to the Christmas party, provide transportation for them, etc.

Also, there was a discussion regarding a donation honoring Jack Carter. Neal Johnston moved and Jimmy Dowda seconded a motion that a charitable gift of $100.00 be given to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Kerrville, Texas in Jack Carter’s memory.

Andy Hoekstra gave a report for the nominating committee which is:

President: Carole Buss, Vice President C. E. Boyd, jr., Secretary Cheryl Meynig, Treasurer Troy Rowe

Betty Schwartz made a motion the slate be approved by acclimation. Motion carried.

President Carole Buss requested that members give her their CTCI numbers.

Carole Buss stated that a formula has been figured out for the Advisory Council as Ken Rowe will be going off the line, and two members will be moving up. Vote was postponed to contact Ted Lee.

President Carole asked Neal Johnston to include membership forms in the newsletter.

Discussion arose as to suggestions for planning the 4th Wednesday night out, but subject was delayed until January 2005.

On behalf of the Club John Kennedy commended Carole on the wonderful job she has done this year, and C. E. Boyd, jr. thanked Carole Buss and Mary Lucas for the use of their lake house for the meeting.

Motion was made and seconded by Ken Rowe and Lou Mauldin that the meeting be adjourned.

Submitted by: Troy Rowe

January Birthdays 1. Art Keith 3. Kitten Daugherty 5. Lillian Kiolbassa 8. Jean Davis 14. Gregory Den Herder 16. Ray Ward 16. Neal Johnston 29 David Duthu 31. Bettie Lou Dunlap Anniversaries 7. Norman & Karen Brinkmeyer 14. Andy & Mary Lou Hoeskstra Long Time Member Jack Carter Passes Away

Mr. Jack Rowland Carter went to be with his Lord and Savior Dec. 1, 2004 at TexSan Hospital, San Antonio. Mr. Carter was a resident of Ingram, Texas since 1995, having lived in Houston and San Diego, CA. Jack was born in Glendale California April 10, 1926 to Rowland Shelton Carter and Elsie Gowland Carter.

He served in the US Navy in World War II aboard the aircraft carriers USS Breton and the USS Shamrock Bay. After leaving the service he attended USC majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He was International Marketing Manager for Whittaker Corp. for many years introducing the survival capsule into the offshore oil industry and retired from Ruston Gas Turbines in 1994. Also, Mr. Carter was a pilot and loved flying.

Jack was very active in the International Thunderbird Club, the Houston T-Bird Club, and President of the San Diego, Ca. Club and the San Antonio Club. He was a Senior Judge and enjoyed restoring the little 55-56-57 cars and showing them all over the country.

Mr. Carter was preceded in death by his parents Rowland and Elsie Carter and brother Robert Shelton Carter .

He is survived by his loving wife, Jo Ann and four children, Kellie White, Benton Mo., Stacy Brainard (husband Paul) Phoenix, AZ, John (Chip) Carter, (wife Marilyn) Ft. Myers, FL, and Shannon Carter (wife Mauri) Austin TX. Grandchildren, Jason and Erin White, Shawn and Riley Carter. Sisters Winfred Delaney, Paso Robles, CA. and Geraldine Novak, Lufkin, TX, nephew Mike Delaney and niece Kathleen Koppang, California. TO WAX OR NOT TO WAX By Gary Riley of Level One Restorations in Golden, Colorado Originally published in MuscleCar Enthusiast, page 100, January 2005 edition

I have a ’68 firebird that I have owned since the early ‘70’s. Recently I had the car completely repainted. The shop owner told me not to wax my paint because it is a urethane and waxing wouldn’t be necessary. I have since asked several people at car shows and seem to get a different answer every time. I wax my new car, what’s the difference? Norm Foss

First of all, Norm, congratulations on keeping your car all those years. Second, I would agree with you, opinions on this subject vary wildly. We set aside our knowledge of waxing and did a little research and learned a few things along the way.

DIFFERENT PAINTS In the ‘60’s, most cars were either painted with enamel or lacquer paint from the manufacturers. Today, due to environmental concerns, new cars and the majority of repainted old cars are sprayed with some type of high-solids paint. A high solid is different in that it can withstand UV rays from the sun better than the old enamels or lacquers. Even with an improved resistance to fading, a new car painted with modern paint will still benefit from waxing.

WAX FACTS There are two basic forms of paint protection readily available. The first is good old traditional wax, which is usually a natural substance and is harvested from things such as Carnauba trees. The second form of protection is paint sealants. Paint sealants are petroleum-based products, and are formulated to work like wax.

Wax has been around forever and its results are time tested. Its effective life span is about two to three months. Additionally, wax has a low melting point and will last a shorter time in hot climates. Paint sealants are less affected by heat and can last six to eight months. Paint sealants will not wash off and are easier to apply. Professional detailers argue that traditional wax gives a deeper shine than sealants.

WHEN TO WAX If the paint job on your car is fresh, it should not be waxed. The traditional wait time is three months. The reason for waiting is that paint is not fully cured and is still releasing chemicals, as it dries. A wax or sealant might hamper that process. A new car is a different story. A factory job is force dried with heat. As a result a new car could probable be waxed immediately. However, it would not be necessary so soon, given the quality of the factory clearcoats.

Generally, when the water no longer beads up on your car’s finish, it needs attention. Caring for your car finish goes beyond shiny paint. Waxing should be accompanied by other maintenance procedures such as checking fluid levels, and detailing interiors and the engine compartment. Another bonus is that you will look at every square inch of your car. By doing these things a person can keep up on paint chip repair or notice any loose trim pieces, etc… So you certainly should wax or seal the paint on your car, new or old.

Christmas Party A Big Success

Wow!! What a good time was had by all at the annual Christmas Party held at the Barn Door on December 11th. Over 40 members and spouses attended and brought gifts for the exchange. Cheryl Meynig brought copies of her Toffee Cookies and passed them out to all who were interested. Lots of new tools were acquired by male participants and, of course, there were several teddy bears for the ladies. C.E. Boyd, Jr. got a big bottle of “cough medicine” which made him better since he wasn’t feeling to well. Ted Lee arrived late after flying in from Canada and Andy Hoekstra ended up getting a miniature Gulf gas pump.

Jack and Jo Ann Carter had planned on attending but that was not to be. Jo Ann passed the gift of T-Bird fabric they planned to bring to Carole Buss who gave it out to a random number drawn from a hat. Carrie Copeland was the lucky recipient.

San Antonio Classic Thunderbird Club 2005 Membership Renewal Form

ARE YOU READY – for another year of verbal abuse, extra calories, buying endless car parts, being photographed in awkward situations, changing tires along the road, and an endless variety of activities, most of them are fattening????

THEN – complete this FORM, send it in with your CHECK, and get ready for a GREAT YEAR OF T’BIRDING!!!!!!!!

SPOUSE’S NAME:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY/ STATE/ ZIP

TELEPHONE - HOME WORK

CELLULAR PAGER

E-MAIL (required)

BIRTHDAY (no year) SPOUSE’S BIRTHDAY (no year)

ANNIVERSARY (if applicable) CTCI #

I (WE) OWN: 1955 1956______1957 ______

FABULOUS FORD TBIRDS

COLOR (S)

I herewith submit $15.00 dues for membership in the

(name)

San Antonio Classic Thunderbird Club (SACTC) for 2005 – January to December.

New Members will be pro-rated as follows:

JAN – MAR = $15.00 APR = $13.75 MAY = $12.50 JUNE = $11.25 JULY = $10.00 AUG = $ 8.75 SEPT = $ 7.50 OCT = $ 6.25 NOV = $ 5.00 DEC = $ 3.75 Please remit $15.00 annual dues by February 1, 2005 to: Troy Rowe Treasurer 4427 Las Cruces San Antonio, TX 78232 210-656-6458