* The Spoke’N Word BATHURST HISTORIC CLUB OCTOBER 2020 www.bathursthistoriccarclub.com

SAD TO SAY FOLKS, THE MEETINGS ARE STILL ONLY HELD ON ZOOM.

Sofala Run 13th.

There are more coming Pat

Main St Sofala. On a busy day. Zoom meeting this month, details in side.

President Words from the Presidents Message David White 0419 765 819 Good morning all, [email protected] Well 7 months into the new " normal " some things are changing - others not so. I note the Bay Vice President to Birdwood rally has gone ahead but closer to Jim Pitcher 0418 456 975 home the Parkes Elvis festival that was originally [email protected] put back to March has been cancelled for 2021. Looks like we will be holding our meeting via Secretary zoom for quite some time - as usual Ted Reedy 0417 222 997 Brian Leis will send you an e-mail with the log-in details. [email protected] Should you have any trouble logging in give Ted a ring (0438324253) and he will walk you through Public Officer the process. Peter Robinson 0437 030 782 We have held both our Sunday run and coffee run this month - both were well attended under the Treasurer circumstances and were enjoyed by all. Note next 0467 320 032 Elliot Redwin. month’s Sunday run will be held a week earlier [email protected] than usual (11th) so we don't clash with the postponed Supercheap 1000. Coffee run will be as Editor. usual (28th). Pat Chris & Pat have booked a Ray Green 0429 471 138 mine tour at Lucknow for the 7th November - they [email protected] need to know numbers - details in events column. Assistant Editor Rego day will be held at the Bathurst bus depot in 0434 372 729 Don Sinclair Upton street on November15th starting at 8.00 AM. More details in next month’s magazine. It Events Director would be appreciated if you could renew your Chris McKay 02 6332 2829 membership at the same time. Don't forget to get your entries in for our "virtual" Plate Registrar car show. Entries close October 16. Photo's to David McInroy 0400 122 303 [email protected] or post to PO Box254, [email protected] Bathurst,2795. Photos will start to appear in the

Committee Members November magazine. Note your privacy is assured Peter Robinson as no rego numbers will be visible and no owner Don Sinclair details will be shown. Jake Meyer Vic Roads have gazetted some changes to Vehicle Inspectors regulations for historic registration - mainly Peter Williams, 02 6337 6615 concerning commercial vehicles and hiring of Ian Hadson, 0410 360 964 historic vehicles. I hope to get more information Ralph McKay, 0418 601 471 on these moves as our regulations are similar to Nick Clancey, 0404 057 746 theirs and ours could follow. ************************** Happy motoring David. The Spoke’N Word is produced and xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx distributed by the Bathurst Historic Who to contact if you need information for the Car Club monthly and distributed to club? all members. Articles or items Club information and daily running, appearing in the Spoke’N Word The secretary, Brian on 0417 222 997. reflect the views of the contributor About your subscription and accounts, and are not necessarily those of the Club or the Editor. Any part of the The Treasurer, Elliot on 0467 320 032. Spoke’N Word may be reproduced The Events for times and places or if you would with acknowledgements. Neither like to do a tour. the Club nor the Editor necessarily The Events Director, Chris on 6332 2829 endorse the views of contributors To update your personal information and car nor accept responsibility for the details, Plates Registrar, David on 0400122303 correctness or quality of the articles To have your car inspection by one of the club Contributions are welcome and may inspectors, see list under inspectors. be sent to PO Box 254, Bathurst Details about your magazine or if all else fails, 2795 Editor, Ray on 0429 471 138. Page 2 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

MINUTES OF “ZOOM” MEETING – TUESDAY 8th September.

Once again, this Zoom get-together was not an official Club Meeting, but was held on the evening of what would have been our normal meeting date. Again, some procedural aspects were not asked for. The meeting attracted 19 participants and commenced at 7.32pm. Thanks to both Ted Reedy and Jim Pitcher for facilitating the set up and organisation. The Secretary notes that the “Report from the Magazine Editor” for last months’ Minutes, somehow “slipped off the page” – apologies Ray, my fault. A pencillors error in scribbling out the run sheet for last time. You’re here this month and congratulations on a terrific last magazine. B. CORRESPONDENCE IN: (Brian Leis) – Various Newsletters/Bulletins from Clubs viz:  Parkes Antique Motor Club – August Newsletter  Vintage motor Club – August Newsletter  Parkes Antique Motor Club – Formal Notice of their Rally cancellation  Oberon-Tatana Historic Railway – August Newsletter  Austin Motor Vehicle Club – August Newsletter  Council of Heritage Motor Clubs – August Newsletter  Cowra Vehicle Club – August Newsletter  Southern Motoring Association – Information Update (sent also to David McInroy)  Bathurst Regional Council – Correspondence re Swap Meet Traffic Management Plan  Lithgow Vintage Motor Club – August Newsletter  Australian Sporting Car Club – August Newsletter  Wellington Antique Motor Club – July/August Newsletter CORRESPONDENCE OUT:  Invoice from 58 George – Forwarded to Treasurer  Bathurst Regional Council – re Traffic Management Plan – Forwarded to sub-committee TREASURERS REPORT: (Elliot Redwin) – Elliot provided both the Running Account and the Term Deposit transactions and balances. MAGAZINE EDITORS REPORT: (Ray Green) – Ray enquired of the participating Members at the meeting if they knew of any returns or issues with last months’ Club Magazine mail-out. New Member William Amer flagged that he had not as yet received a Magazine. A quick check by Ray and a minor modification to an incorrect email address has corrected that situation. Ray noted the late arrival of the September edition – 16 pages in total and obviously a complex task pulling it all together, but well worth it – an excellent edition! Ray flagged that West Bathurst Post Office is by far the best outlet and service for our Club mail-outs. Ray asked the Members for more contributions – particularly anyone who could send photos or interesting stories. EVENT DIRECTORS REPORT: (Chris McKay) – Chris confirmed this Sundays’ run to Sofala, which will be to the Sofala Pub for lunch. The Clubs’ September Coffee Run will be held on Thursday 24th September - destination Wattle Flat. Mark Handle enquired about recent Limekilns Road roadworks, but Chris was able to report he had undertaken a reconnaissance run and the current road surface was good for a Club run. The November run will be to Lucknow. At this stage it was hoped it could be to the “Two Fat Ladies”, but they require numbers for social distancing purposes. Chris asked if you intend going to this event that you flag with him, so that he can provide the venue with indicative numbers. An alternative may be to have a “bring your own lunch” and a TBA venue. Chris also flagged the Clubs’ October run is scheduled for race weekend. After some discussion it was agreed we should move that one to one week earlier. 2020 SWAP MEET SUB-COMMITTEE: (Lee-Anne Hagney) - Lee-Anne flagged how pleased the sub- committee were to have received approval from the Bathurst Regional Council for the Traffic Management Plan prepared for the event. A letter now needs to go to the Showground Trust for plan agreement. Chris McKay enquired about the final decision for the date. David White agreed to confirm and get back to Members. Lee-Anne enquired about the Clubs’ insurance provisions - where non-member helpers could be involved pre event and on the day - TBA. Paul Basha flagged that work was commencing on a Flyer to circulate for community sponsorships. He also flagged that this coming weekend Bathurst was hosting a “Family Day” at the Bathurst Showground and that the sub-committee would go down to garner how organisers for that community event undertook social distancing compliance. 2020 GOLD COUNTRY RALLY SUB-COMMITTEE REPORT: (Elliot Redwin) – Elliot reported he was tidying up a few refunds.

Page 3 GENERAL BUSINESS: - Jim Pitcher added to the information provided in the September Magazine re the Clubs’ “Virtual Car Show”. He pointed out that: It is free to enter; there would be “virtual prizes”; he had received 10 entries to date; the competition deadline was the 16th October; and that the judging panel would group into “Categories” for voting. The Meeting Closed at 8.16pm. BRIAN LEIS xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

BHCC EVENTS PAGE..... “Great outings” UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED RUNS WILL START FROM MACCA’S TOWN LOCATION MEETING AT 9AM TO DEPART 9.30AM. For Run Details call the person listed for Event. Tours and Some events news Macca’s at 9.30, Chris will give the details on the morning if venues are still open or alternative venues. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Club run for October in be before the meeting this month. 11th October 9.30 start at Macca’s for a scenic drive and picnic lunch or buy along the way. The run is to the Gnoo Blas Motor Racing Circuit in Orange. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx MID WEEK WANDERS. The months run will be on Wednesday the 28th with a 9.30 start. Details at Maccas car park. There are only 20 placings for club members at the coffee so PLEASE CALL BOB TO BOOK IN ON THIS RUN A short drive then meet at a coffee shop near town, details will be given at the start. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Novembers run at this stage is based on how many members would like to go. We have booked the Wentworth Mines Tour for Saturday 7th November at 10am Sharp. We will meet at McDonalds 830am for an 845am Sharp departure. If the club members who have already put their names down cannot make it, please notify the events director Chris on 63322829. And if anyone else would like to come please rsvp to Chris 63322829 by 24th October. Closer to the date once we have final numbers sorted, we will organise lunch, either a picnic lunch or at a cafe. Thanks Chris and Pat. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Club Rego Day, is on Sunday 15th November, For the BHCC - Inspection Day to be held at the Bathurst Bus lines. 27 to 29 Lyal St Bathurst Current Registration Papers, Current Certificate of Comprehensive Insurance, Proof of current membership, Certificate of Operations for the vehicle – Purple Form that should be kept in the vehicle And for those vehicles requiring inspection xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Message from the Treasurer, would any member who paid for 2020 with an online payment from the Bank of Queensland please contact Elliot. We still have an unidentified EFT deposit from 11/12 for membership. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx October Zoom meeting will be on the 13th of the month. Should you not receive it please contact the secretary or myself to ensure we have your correct e-mail address. Having trouble logging on give Ted a ring (0438324253) and he will walk you through the process. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Note from Editor.. I am looking to make contact with any member who has a running or under restoration XR, XT, XW Falcon V8 could you please give me a call on 0429471138 as I need to ask about radiators in these vehicles. Thanks Ray. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Page 4 What is a Belly Tank Racer and how Belly Tank Racers work. Hey, I've got an idea for something to do this weekend: How about you strap yourself inside a gas tank from a World War II fighter plane and go screaming across some salt flats at nearly 200 miles per hour (322 kilometres per hour)? C'mon man, it'll be fun! That pretty much describes belly tank racing, a type of car racing that evolved in the 1940s and 1950s using surplus plane parts from WWII. Streaking across dry lake beds in the American West, belly tank racers were the platform that a generation of mechanics, designers and drivers used to set land speed records and spark the imagination of many of today's gearheads. Though it sounds like something that a 90s-kid-turned-marketing-executive dreamed up for the X Games, belly tank racing is an important part of culture and a pretty old activity. Belly tank racers started in the 1940s (yes, your grandpa's generation invented it), and while the classic racers are now important historical artifacts that are too valuable to race anymore, the descendants of those original hot rodders and their belly tank cars still race across lake beds for speed records and bragging rights. Of course, today's lakester race cars are more technically advanced, safer and faster than the originals, but they don't have the appeal of being made from surplus military parts. When you take some cast-off gas tanks, add in some big engines, plenty of spare time and a dry lake bed, you have the perfect recipe for weekend wrench warriors setting speed records in their belly tank racers. Feel like squeezing yourself into an old gas tank? Strap in and squeeze your lucky rabbit's foot — we're going belly tank racing. Keep reading to see how fearless drivers, innovative mechanics and $35 worth of military steel raced into the history books. Where Belly Tank Racers Come From One of the literal shortcomings of some WWII fighter planes was their range. They simply couldn't hold enough gas for some of the missions they were required to fly. That's where drop tanks, or belly tanks, came in. Belly tanks were supplemental gas tanks. They'd be strapped to the belly of the plane to provide extra fuel, which in turn provided additional flying range. When the tank was empty, the pilot would simply jettison it. And while this military hardware was built for a specific purpose, it turns out that those belly tanks are very good at something entirely different. Belly tanks make great race cars, especially if you're trying to set a land speed record on a dry lake bed. And not surprisingly, their preferred racing locale is also how belly tank racers got their other name: lakesters. Built from the belly tank of a P-38 fighter plane. The original purpose of a belly tank helped make it ideally suited for use as a race car body. If you're strapping something the to the belly of a plane to increase its flying range, the last thing you want to do is have a negative impact on how far the plane can fly. That is, you don't want to add so much wind resistance that you end up burning more fuel by carrying the belly tank than the tank itself can hold. In order to minimize wind resistance and maximize fuel economy, belly tanks had to be very aerodynamic. Belly tanks look like giant bullets and are about as aerodynamic as they come. After World War II ended, belly tanks ended up in surplus and scrap yards. Hot rodders took notice. Beyond the belly tank's super-fast shape, car builders noticed that the rear of the belly tank was just wide enough to install a car and rear end. Given that hot rodders were already building and racing their own creations made from a hodgepodge of car parts, adding an airplane fuel tank wasn't that farfetched — especially when the surplus tanks could be bought for about $35 Belly Tank Racer Design If you're driving around in an old gas tank, you shouldn't expect a lot of creature comforts, which is good, because belly tank racers don't provide any. In a belly tank racer, the driver sits in a tiny compartment about midway in the tank. Slight holes are cut in the tanks for drivers to poke their heads out. Some belly tank racers have bubbles or cages that go over the driver's head, but many don't. Lakesters also usually don't have windshields, so pack your racing goggles and be prepared to get a lot of sand in your teeth. The first belly tank racers used a front engine design, where the engine sat in front of the driver. They used this setup mainly because the first belly tanks they used were 165-gallon (625-liter) tanks from P-51 Mustangs. Page 5 When racers made the switch to larger 315-gallon (1,192-liter) tanks taken from P-38 Lightning planes, there was room to put the engine behind the driver, and that's how most belly tankers and lakesters were laid out from then on. The type of engine varies, but for most belly racers, the bigger the engine, the better. Classic belly tank racers had American-made engines because of their availability to hot rodders at the time. Record- setting engines for belly tank racers include Ford, Mercury and Chrysler V-8s. Because of the tight confines of a belly tank racer, the wheels aren't under the body of the car. Rather, they stick out to the sides in the front and rear. While it may look a little goofy, it gives the racer more stability than affixing the wheels under the car's very narrow body. Stability is important, because unlike modern race cars, belly tank racers don't have spoilers [source: Wilkinson]. In engineering, spoilers aren't just what you see on message boards (i.e., "spoiler alert: Snape kills Dumbledore"), they're wings on the backs of cars. When a car is driven at high speeds, it will start to lift slightly off the ground. A spoiler forces the car back down to firm contact with the ground. Belly tank racers don't have spoilers, and because of the speed at which they travel, plus their light weight, a bad bump or cross breeze could send them airborne. Got a spare fuel tank and an itch to build a fast car? Keep reading — today's lakesters have some big shoes to fill. Other classic belly racers include the one from Mal Hoopster, which broke the So-Cal Speed Shop record with a Chrysler-powered belly tank racer that averaged 197 miles per hour (317 kilometers per hour). Bill Burke, a hot rodder who worked at So-Cal Speed Shop and is widely credited with first noticing that belly tanks would make great race cars, built a belly tank racer that made it up to 131 miles per hour (211 kilometers per hour). A classic belly tank racer from the 1940s and 50s would be expensive to buy today, so you're not likely to see them at the racetrack. The So-Cal belly racer that made it up to 195 miles per hour (314 kilometers per hour) is worth nearly $200,000 today. But if you don't have that kind of cash to spare, you can always head out to Speed Week at Bonneville in August and see the heirs of the belly tank racer's legacy hit speeds the original models could only dream of.

Buy your surplus Tank. Make a frame to fit the tank.

Fit the body to the frame. Reassembled tank around the frame.

Page 6 Parked 50 Years! Original Paint 1948 Harley-Davidson. By Montana Danford

Long before the billet aluminium craze, Harley-Davidson owners were finding ways to customize their bikes. You can see some subtle modifications on this 1948 Harley like the gems that follow the curve of the rear fender. This bike is said to be an original-paint survivor that was parked in 1968! It can be found Ebay with a current bid of over $15,000. Located in Feeding Hills, Massachusetts, it was apparently a one-owner bike until a couple of years ago. If you’ve been looking for an original Harley that you can do a mechanical restoration on but leave the outside original, this might be the perfect one for you. Check it out!

I’m not sure where it was stored, but I’m guessing it was somewhere that the bike was exposed to some elements. The seller says “The original exhaust, tires, and saddlebags rotted off the bike…kickstand and battery box were also replaced…from sitting in the dirt for 50 years.” Thankfully the ad says that they have all the original parts except for the chain guard. Man, this bike has great patina. You can’t fake or replicate the look that the tank, gauges, and the rest of the front end have. A little bit of light elbow grease and this thing would be ready for years of show or go. Here you can see the engine stamping that matches the original 1948 title. The seller says the WL 45 Flathead engine turns over, but they have not tried to get it running. Obviously, after sitting for so many years, you’d want to carefully inspect the engine before attempting to get it running. The ad includes several photos showing the inside of the gas tank and it looks remarkably good. Overall, this seems like an honest survivor. What do you think?

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Sunday 13th October run to Sofala. Sent by Sharyn Hadson. After meeting up at maccas we all headed of along Hereford St. then Gilmour Rd before turning off to 11- mile drive. After passing through Eglington we headed along Duramana Rd to Sofala where we had a leisurely morning tea before heading to Wigglesworth Museum at Sofala. We started off in the first room which was filled with all sorts of interesting items including handmade padlocks, vintage shackles, even a piece of rock from the moon and one from mars. Tucked in the corner was an interesting machine that was actually a sock knitting machine. Then we headed up a steep concrete path to another shed which contained very large stationery engines and other interesting items. After checking everything else out, we went back down the path and had a look at the ponds with coy and turtles, Feeling a bit hungry, we all headed to the Sofala pub for lunch, wow the service was amazing, everyone was served within record time, in some cases the food arrived before ordered drinks were done. After having a chat and a relax, we all headed back home. Great day, thanks Chris and Pat, you do an amazing job

Wigglesworth Museum Sofala.

Page 8 Thank you Sharyn for your photos. Items from members.

Lament of a club volunteer. x By Sharyn Hadson x x I’m only a club volunteer x I haven’t had that much training x But I will, I promise, do the best that I can x Its hard, but I’m not complaining. x x I’m only a club volunteer x I may make a few silly mistakes x But I will, I promise, fix them when I can x A quiet word, is all that it takes. x x I’m only a club volunteer x It’s not easy learning a new skill x But I will, I promise, get better I hope So be understanding, if you will

I’m only a club volunteer If you feel I am not right for this Our Young Ted. Photo found on the net. But I will, I promise, vote for you for the job THAT’S A MEETING I DON’T WANT TO MISS. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

For all the friends who always ask ... By Simon Thompson Many people ask why car enthusiasts spend so much money and time on vehicles. Well, it's for the same reason that you go to clubs to the stadiums or buy clothes. We also make new friends, and we have great memories that last forever. To be honest, 90% of the time our cars are maintained at a better standard than most vehicles with which we share the road, we are considered dangerous drivers. When in fact, we are probably some of the safest because of not wanting to damage something we have worked so hard on. Our cars are an extension of ourselves - not just a piece of metal that we use to get from a to b. Countless hours under the hood, broken knuckles, broken tools, empty bank accounts, and more swearing than anyone could imagine is worth it when that key goes into the ignition. I am proud to be a car enthusiast, regardless of what they think of me or my car and I will continue to have a passion for them until the day I am gone. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Chris Cruise for September. On Sunday 13th August Chris' Classic Car Cruise took an expedition to Sofala. We had 13 club cars join this journey. We left McDonalds and headed to Sofala via Eglinton, Dunkeld, Upper Turon Rd and ended at Sofala. Here we had morning tea in the park. We then headed to Wigglesworth Museum which was very interesting. There were lots of old memorabilia from locksmiths to torpedoes and everything in between including rocks from Mars and the Moon. There was a wonderful rock display out the front which Mr Wiggesworth constructed himself. Mr Wigglesworth was quite the character and made for a very enjoyable experience. We would like to thank Ray for organising this visit. After the museum most of the group went to The Sofala Pub for lunch. All seemed to enjoy the cruise out along this road. I would like to thank Pat for all the background organisation and Max Moxon for helping with this run. Cheers Chris and Pat Page 9

Page 10 Thank you Pat and Chris for your photos. Cave dwelling 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner. By Russ Dixon

Recently a group of spelunkers were checking out what they thought was a cave in South Dakota and stumbled upon a largely complete car – a 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner ! Details are few about how or when the car got there, but it certainly makes for an interesting find to report. The car is not for sale and is not likely to see sunlight again, either. For details on the find, you can read the story on Hagerty Media. Members of Paha Sapa Groto, part of the National Speleological Society, found the 1954 Ford in an abandoned gypsum mine that they mistook for a cave. They were exploring the area underground in the Black Hills of South Dakota where a dozen homes have been lost to things us Floridiana call sinkholes. The mine was open between the 1920s and 1950s. So far, no one has been able to explain the car’s presence and if it was deliberate or accidental. But however, you look at it, this once shiny white convertible may have been down in the bowels of the Earth for 50 or 60 years. And given its precarious position, it’s not likely to rejoin the rest of the world. So, what’s the scoop on the car they found? Well, it’s a Crestline that was made by Ford between 1952-54. It was the premium trimline of cars sold by the manufacturer. were just one of the body styles available with the Crestline, which was powered by a either a 223 cubic inch inline-six or a 239 “flathead” V-8 engine. The Crestline name was dropped in 1955 in favour of the Fairlane. Ford built more than 1.1 million passenger cars in 1954, with 258,000 being Crestlines. Of that number, just 14% or 36,000 were convertibles like the one buried alive in South Dakota. If this car hadn’t fallen into a cave and maintained a like-new persona, it could be worth big bucks. It would probably cost more than that just to dig it out. Rest in Peace.

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Page 13 1968 Ferrari Ferves Ranger By Montana Danford

The seller of this 1968 Ferves Ranger claims its “twin” sold at auction last year for nearly $200,000! I’m not sure if this car will reach the same price, but it has an unspecified reserve. It can be found on eBay with a current bid of over $9,000 and the reserve hasn’t been met yet. Located in Torella del Sannio, Italy, the Ferves is actually a 4×4 made in part by Ferrari. The name is derived from FERrari VEicoli Speciali or Ferrari Special Vehicles and debuted in 1966. Take a look at this awesome little car! As with most micro cars, the interior is pretty basic out of necessity. You can’t have a ton of widgets and doo-dads here…there isn’t room! The seller says this car was restored in 2016 and it doesn’t appear to have been driven much since. As you can tell from the photo, the windshield folds down allowing full open-air cruising. The rear seat appears to only have a thin layer of padding and is probably better suited when it is folded down and used as cargo storage. The engine is an 18-horsepower single- cylinder which was borrowed from the Fiat 500. While this might seem very anemic, the seller says with the gearing you drive as slow or as fast as needed and with the four- wheel-drive option, this car will go places no other can. Overall, this is a really cute little car. I hope the seller gets the price they are looking for. With only about 600 produced, there are believed to be only about 50 remaining. Maybe they are all worth six-figures? What do you think?

Page 14 For Sales. OTHER CLUBS PLEASE COPY For Sale, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire 6 speed manual 3.2 ltr v6 (Mercedes-Benz motor, gearbox and all running gear), All original with no damage, rust etc. Front bumper repainted due to stone chips from country roads. Serviced every 10,000 k have service books. Mileage is 70,×××ks. Wheels standard factory mags 18" front, 19" rears. All lights instruments, air conditioning, heaters work as normal. Upholstery 100% no rips or cracking in the leather (2 tone grey) Outside colour is Cheery Red Metallic. Asking price $17500 Ring Bob Callender on 0428220896 with any questions you may have or to arrange inspection, car is in Bathurst xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx For Sale. 1971 Morris 1500. , the vehicle has 5 speed manual transmission, it is in great condition throughout and driven 20339kms. Check it out at the club tours. Contact Graham Clarke on 0488 227 540 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx I would ask the members if you find a person or service in the Bathurst area that can help others with the restoration of their cars then let’s put it here in the magazine, I do not want people from general trades (auto elects, mechanics, panel beaters or trimmers) but specialised grit blasters, vintage sign writers or iron work. Here is one I found four different types of blasting, brass, steel, thin panel, aluminium. Worth a look. Ray xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx FOR SALES. Club items for sale. Club metal radiator badges, LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE AT $20 each. Club name stickers, support your club $4 each, Stubbie holders. $5, Also 10 rally drink bottles $5, 20th Gold Field Rally caps, there is a few of them left which need new heads to go on. $5, Key Rings $5, Contact Bob Callender for details. 0428 220 896 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx For Sale, one war time edition from the Vacuum Oil Company (Mobile) on the use and service of the gas producer which was used in place of petrol. 64 pages of information. $10

Circ. 1927 Motor repair manual, explains how your car work with fold out pages of information. $25

Also offered is a selection of Share Certificates from oil companies in the USA. These frame up very well and would suit any man cave. Asking $10 each. Contact Ray on 0429471138. Would the club member who expressed an interest in buying some of these please contact Ray. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx For Sale. Honda CB450 Engine overhauled lots of work done Rides well $6500 Call Tony 0427 371 164

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The Red Neck sump guard.

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