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2019 January Historic Torque

2019 January Historic Torque

The Official Journal of the Historic Racing Car Club (Queensland) Inc.

October, 2019

Noosa Hillclimb - Summer November 9 & 10 Entry closing soon Don’t miss out on the summer edition of the toughest hillclimb in . Always an event to attract a broad range of cars from battery powered, classic marques, outright open wheeled hillclimb specials to pure log booked historic cars mixed with modern classics. At the time of going to print there were around a hundred cars entered. Entry is via the CAMS MEE system and the Supplementary Regulations available from the HRCC website - https://www.hrcc.org.au/summer%20noosa.htm This event is the last opportunity for HRCC members to grab some points towards the 2019 club championship trophies so don’t miss it. Or, if you are not running a car, support the club and go as a spectator. It makes a great day trip out of Brisbane in a beautiful forest setting whith a relaxed carnival atmosphere. If you don’t want to trek up the hill, there are regular bus rides.

Coming Events VHRR Historic Sandown Oct 25 - 27 CAMS Noosa Hillclimb - Summer Nov 9 - 10 25th Annivers. Nov 16 - 17 HRCC Annual General Mtg Nov 18 Rebrands HSRCA Summer Festival Nov 30 - Dec 1 The Bend Clasic Dec7-8 Itself See Back Page for more info See pages 5 & 6 .....

2019 Awards/ Trophy Presentation Event –-- Venue and Date Change - See back page

1 Website: www.hrcc.org.au Contributions for upcoming issues of HISTORIC TORQUE are welcomed. Please email MS Word & digital photo contributions to [email protected] Alternatively, post articles to The Editor - Historic Torque, POBox 353, Red Hill Qld. 4059 Deadline - Last day of the month.

Disclaimer: HRCC.Qld accepts no responsibility for the results of contributors’ advice, nor does it necessarily endorse any services/products/goods offered by advertisers. It is a requirement that all articles published are accompanied by the name of the author. Opinions expressed in the newsletter are not necessarilythose of this Club, its Officers or its Editor. Comments/opinions made by the Editor are also not necessarily those of the Club or its Officers. Items originating from the newsletter may be reprinted but acknowledgement would be appreciated. Published photographs are the property of the photographers and may not be reproduced without their permission.

HRCC (Q) Inc Club Officers -2018 President Alan Steel 0421 349950 [email protected] Vice President Peter Walsh 0419 778007 [email protected] Secretary Peter Gilbert 0408 742737 [email protected] Treasurer John Tupicoff 0408 197344 [email protected] Committee Chris Robertson 0403 868375 [email protected] Committee/Membership/Conc. Rego Jim Goulden 0400 525865 [email protected] Committee Ian Welsh 0400 630482 [email protected] Committee Fred Sayers 0427 577198 [email protected] State Council Delegate Alan Don 0401 952448 [email protected] Club Merchandise Vacant Group Leaders - Groups A & C (Heritage Touring Cars) David Paterson 0423 392824 [email protected] Group F ( Historic ) Geoff Karger 0417 636106 [email protected] Group V (Historic ) Alan Don 0401 952448 [email protected] Groups J, K, & L (Historic Sports and Racing) Craig Carlson 0418 191648 [email protected] (Historic Touring Cars) Claude Ciccotelli 0415 136098 [email protected]

Group S & T (Historic Production Sports Cars) Peter Richards 0408 957966 [email protected] Groups M, O, Q, R (Historic Sports Cars) Mike Gehde 0413651867 [email protected] Groups M, O, P, Q, R (Historic Racing Cars) Barry Wise 0415 318913 [email protected] Group U (Historic Sports Sedans) Mark Stockwell 0414 407490 [email protected] Regularity Greg Dallison 0418 983307 [email protected] Co-ord & Committee Rep for Group Leaders Peter Gilbert 0408 742737 [email protected] Historic Torque Editor and Photographer Ian Welsh 0400 630482 [email protected] Club Photographer Pete Trapnell 0418 737912 info@trapnellcreations Concessional Registration Officer Jim Goulden 0400 525865 [email protected] Historic Eligibility Officers Bruce Richards 0419 675020 Peter Herlihen 0414 474408

� Phone � Email � Mail Correspondence 0424 321072 [email protected] Contact PO Box 353, Call for all general Your email will be HRCC enquiries. You may be responded to by the Red Hill, redirected to the Queensland. 4059 appropriate club officer. appropriate club officer.

HRCC welcomes these new members Members

Damien Daly Membership Full, Senior, Social, Honorary, Life 441 Associates 120 HRCC Total Membership 561 (As at 14/10/2019)

2 Website: www.hrcc.org.au Editorial Back in late September I took part in the HRCC Race Group Leaders conference in Brisbane where it was a forum for the active racing members of HRCC to have a voice through their various group leaders. Inside this Issue Great gathering. There is an article here on the topics raised however a couple of things stood out to me. One was the commitment and energy Coming Events Back Page shown by group leaders in trying to improve the race meeting experience General News Page 3 for their fellow competitors. The other was the low level of feedback from competitors that the group leaders represent, following emails requesting HRCC AGM Notice Page 4 input for presentation at the conference. The takeaway being that most CAMS Media Release Page 5 & 6 competitors are happy with HRCC race meetings. The HRCC committee also has been active in exploring the options for Mt Cotton Club Challenge Page 7 - 8 HRCC clubrooms. Several properties have been inspected now. Trying to Committee Report Page 9 tick the boxes on the wish list is not easy but it is also proving to be a good way of distilling the must haves from the nice to haves. Finding a Classifieds Page 11 permanent home for HRCC is moving forward. Ian Welsh

unnecessary tender vehicles will be not Group Leader Conference permitted entry. A CAMS official paddock marshall will be utilised in 2020. Sup Regs to Group leaders and HRCC committee members got advise of restrictions. Investigate penalties for together on Saturday 21st September for an evening of non compliance. discussion on the race meetings promoted by HRCC ▪ Power for battery charging. Not enough power in 2019 and what improvements might be available for points available. Need to discuss with MPR implementation in 2020. There were 10 race group management. leaders taking part and they had surveyed competitors Race formats. for input by email prior to the conference. Three or four races per meeting? Survey of It was generally considered that the race meetings competitors did not give a conclusive answer however were well organised and ran well on the days. there was thoughts that shorter races better because However, lots of positive ideas came out of the of tyre degradation and also after 5 /6 laps the racing discussions for the race committee team to take on can become a procession. board for the new year. Some of the main discussion Rolling starts. points to come out of the meeting – Formula Ford competitors not in favour of rolling starts. Driving Standards Also not in favour of the agreement of no passing Generally considered there has been an improvement before Turn 3, saying maybe just for turn 1 when on a in 2019. The utilisation of a Driving Standards Advisor rolling start has been positive for racing. However, it was pointed Drivers Briefing out that the DSA is an advisor only and if further action Regularity competitors requested an earlier and is needed regarding penalties/disqualification then this separate briefing as on past race schedules they are is the responsibility of CAMS officials. Use of in-car always the first event. Also claimed that they can have action cameras for evidence is an important factor. inexperienced competitors who need more clarification on procedures and actions. ▪ Carports. Not enough for all competitors. Methods of allocation requirements discussed. Conference minutes are available from group leaders ▪ Tender vehicle parking. Safety issue. Less space in paddock available now so which detail all topics raised.

It will cater for modern and classic The Bend Classic sports cars, classic & historic open wheeled cars, 1972 - 1995 Touring Cars An additional historic theme race & Sports Sedans and other meeting has been added to the 2019 unique/historically significant cars. race calendar. The Bend Park at Tailem Bend out of has Moreinfoonthewebat- picked up the void left by the www.thebend.com.au cancellation of what was the Adelaide Motorsport Festival. • Classic and Unique Race Cars • 8 Motorsport Categories Condolences • 4 Circuit Configurations We are sorry to learn that the father of HRCC President Alan Steel has • Free Spectator Entry recently passed away. The club extends condolences and kind wishes Entry cost is $899 and includes a to Alan and his family. garage/carport/marquee.

3 Website: www.hrcc.org.au 2019 Annual General Meeting

This form can be downloaded from the HRCC Website here - https://www.hrcc.org.au/2019agm.htm

4 Website: www.hrcc.org.au CAMS Media Release - 12th Oct 2019

A letter to our members from CAMS President Andrew Papadopoulos

On the eve of one of the biggest motor sport events on our calendar, the , I write to you to share some significant news of our own.

As of 1 January 2020, the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport (CAMS) will change its trading name to .

This is a significant change and one that has been in planning for some time. You will see it officially announced on the Bathurst 1000 broadcast this weekend and also find out more on our website and social media channels.

We know CAMS has a long history within and that won’t change – we are not planning on pushing that history to one side, in fact we will embrace it as we embark upon our next chapter. It is also worth noting our structure remains the same, meaning clubs still have a voice through their State Councils and Panels.

Our new logo, which you can see in the branding on the top of this letter, pays tribute to CAMS with a familiar look for our new Motorsport Australia brand.

The CAMS brand is well known inside the sport, however we have a responsibility to grow and encourage more people to enjoy motor sport more often in a changing sporting landscape.

Motorsport in Australia is at record levels – we have more than 27,000 active licence holders, almost 11,000 licenced officials and close to 600 affiliated car clubs. This highlights that the sport is in good shape – but we know there is still plenty of room for more growth.

Our new name,Motorsport Australia, clearly and accurately projects our role as the peak body of four- wheeled motorsport, as well as highlighting that we are a modern, progressive organisation.

As many of you would know, we don’t just issue licences and organise officials – like all governing bodies in 2019, we have many varied roles across all disciplines and are responsible for running a number of events and Championships, like the Shannons Nationals, the Australian Rally Championship and the Australian Off Road Championship to name just three.

5 Website: www.hrcc.org.au CAMS Media Release Continued...

Below are a few of the key questions we anticipate you will have about this change:

What does this mean for me? Your existing CAMS licence will remain current and when it is due for renewal, you will receive a new-look Motorsport Australia licence with all the existing benefits and entitlements.

Your logbook also remains current and does not need to be replaced. We have made a number of stickers available which you can utilise on your existing log book with our new branding.

Affiliated clubs have already been sent renewal information, there is nothing you need to do at this point. We will contact you with any changes required – such as new forms for your members and so on.

Any insurance cover you have in place through your work with CAMS remains current and you do not need to do anything when we officially become Motorsport Australia next year.

Will this change be costly? The cost of the change of name has been kept to a minimum and our modelling suggests that the financial benefit of the change through advantages such as greater public support and sponsorship will more than exceed the cost in the short term.

We are also aware that there is a transition period for this change which was part of our planning to reduce any changeover costs – so, for example there will be no extra new licences issued, you will simply get your Motorsport Australia licence when you renew your licence.

Our name change has been a long time in the planning. We have been reducing inventories of old stock of merchandise. This phased approach to introducing our new name will minimise, if not eliminate any wastage.

Is the website address changing? Yes, from 1 January 2020,www.motorsport.org.au will be our new home page – the existingwww.cams.com.au address will automatically redirect to our new address.

We are also delighted to confirm that a new member portal will be available in early 2020 which will make life easier when dealing with Motorsport Australia and give you more options to complete tasks online. Image by Ian Welsh

If you have any further queries, please don’t hesitate to contact our membership hotline on 1300 883 959. Our passionate staff are happy to assist you with any motorsport query you may have.

We thank you for your ongoing support of motorsport in Australia and look forward to working with you as Motorsport Australia.

Regards,

Andrew Papadopoulos CAMS President

Image by Ian Welsh

6 Website: www.hrcc.org.au At the end of 5 runs, times were analysed, and results calculated which saw The Pacemakers in 9th place. Taking first place was the two car team of RX Racers.

HRCC will look at fielding a team in the 2020 Club Challenge. Thank You to Peter Buchanan for the great photos The MG Car Club hosted the Queensland round of CAMS Club Challenge at the Mt Cotton Hillclimb track on Saturday 5th October. Twelve teams of various car clubs took part in the event and one was a team of 4 cars representing HRCC which competed under a team name of “The Pacemakers”. A total of 53 cars took part in the Club Challenge. The Pacemakers were – ▪ Peter Gilbert – Cortina GT

▪ Barry Smith – Ford Special

▪ Denis Cotton – 914

▪ Geoff Cohen – Sports 1300 Bulant Clubman Club Challenge - Mt Cotton

HRCC Promotion at Store

As part of our ongoing Club Promotion in conjunction with sponsor Repco, three Committee Members displayed their competition cars at Repco's Coopers Plains store a couple of weeks ago. With much Radio fanfare and promotional giveaways, BBQ, coffee van, etc on site, HRCC Members helped celebrate the re-opening of this store after extensive renovations in line with Repco's updated corporate image. Our cars were a prime feature of the event, displayed by Chris Robertson (Tiga SC82 ), John Tupicoff (BMW 2002Tii) and Peter Walsh (Jaguar E-Type), 2020 calendar flyers were distributed, and considerable interest was shown by the many customers. Members willing to contribute to future promotional events in your own area should contact Club Secretary, Peter Gilbert, to register your availability. This would help us organise events efficiently without always calling on the same members. Best wishes, Peter Walsh

8 Website: www.hrcc.org.au HRCC Committee report

The committee meets monthly to discuss management of the made for general meeting proceedings. club. Besides general business, other key points from the most recent meeting – Frontal Head Restrants – To be mandatory in 2020 but still some concern over Group J,K&L exemptions as well as non log Membership – One new members in the past month with total booked, non road registered regularity competitors. Clarification membership now 561 and remains reasonably static. Membership of CAMS wording of regulations being sought. Still in progress renewal for 2020 is approaching, reminders to be issued in November Morgan Park Raceway – Track hire cost was reviewed by MPR with more favourable outcome Noosa Hillclimb - Summer event entry open. Low entry numbers to date. Reminders to be issued. AHMRC Meeting – Report on meeting discussions tabled, still waiting for official minutes to be issued. Financials – In line with budget expectations. Awards Presentation –Date and venue change required. Now HRCC Clubroom/Facility – Some committee members inspected to be Sat 7th Dec for Dinner at Carina Leagues Club. a multi level tilt slab industrial property at Morningside. Second visit to be arranged. Has raised many discussion items regarding Member Communication – Proposal submitted for use of Bulk property selection criteria. SMS messages to members for reminders of events. 2020 Event Dates – dates have been issued Committee Meeting minutes are adailable to members on request. 2019AGM – Notice of elections issued through website and emails. Only one nomination received to date. Arrangements

MICHAEL MEYER ENGINES • Four and six cylinder engine maintenance and rebuilds. • Specialising in Cosworth and Formula Ford engines. • All brands including Toyota and VW. • Cylinder head modifications, servicing etc. • Weber & SU Carburettor specialist. • Service & repairs of Hewland Transmissions Call Michael on0412 480744 (Day and Evening) HEWLAND

9 Website: www.hrcc.org.au 10 Website: www.hrcc.org.au Classifieds - cars, trailers and parts for sale

1974 Elfin 620FF This 1974 Elfin 620FF has a significant part to play in Elfin history as it was sold new to an American customer who competitively raced the car in the USA. Later, after residing in the “Car Collectors Hall of Fame” in Nashville for some time it was purchased and shipped back to Australia where it was log booked and successfully raced here. The car still carries its original USA livery and is in beautiful condition where it has been in a private collection over the last few years. This car has an extensive collection of spares which includes a large range of gear ratios. Plus, a new body painted with the full livery. A full list of these spares can be supplied to any prospective buyer. The car is currently located in Brisbane.

For more details, please call on 0408793695.

AUSCAM SPORTS RACING CAR Built by Auscam Racing Developments. Historic with Log Book and C of D. Fully rebuilt 300HP Rotary Peripheral Port FT 200 with full O/H. Spare ratios, 4 spot brakes all wheels, new shockers and springs. All body moulds. Very fast car in Group R; Trailer available if required. Consider trade $65,000.00 Phone: Barry Singleton: (07) 54636730; Mob: 0408025778

1985 HTG TOYOTA; GROUP R; 1600 Toyota F2 Log booked. New 1600 Celica engine, steel crank and conrods, forged pistons, roller rockers, dry sump. Hollinger 4 , new crown wheel, pinion and bearings. Tub chassis pull rod suspension. Front and rear new wheels fitted with new tyres. Needs finishing - electrical and paintwork. For period was fourth in Australian Formula 1600 Series Championship. $28,000.00 ONO Phone: (07) 54636730; Mob: 0408025778

Ads will be listed here in the newsletter for a maximum of 3 issues but can remain on the website for up to 12 months. https://www.hrcc.org.au/classifieds.htm

Historic Torque is distributed to over 600 HRCC members and is also made freely available to the public online, so an ad placed here will get great coverage, particularly in the historic racing community. Member Ads - members & friends can have ads placed here free of charge for their cars, trailers and parts. We will run your ad for three editions and if unsold your ad will continue to ADVERTISE run on the HRCC website classifieds page. Commercial adds – Advertising packages are available at reasonable cost for inclusion in HERE this newsletter as well as the clubs website. Your support will assist in making HRCC a ph: 0400 630 482 stronger voice in the historic racing community. email: [email protected]

11 Website: www.hrcc.org.au 2019 Motorsport Event Calendar Date HRCC Events Other Qld Events Interstate Events Venue Oct 25 - 27 VHRR Historic Sandown Nov 2 - 3 CAMS State Championships Rd 4 Morgan Park Raceway Nov 2 - 3 Ipswich Classic Nov 9 - 10 Noosa Hillclimb - Summer Tewan�n Nov 30 -Dec 1 HSRCA Summer Fes�val Motorsport Park Dec 7 - 8 The Bend Classic The Bend, SA

PROPOSED 2020 Historic Motorsport Event Calendar Date HRCC Events Other Qld Events Interstate Events Venue Feb 22 TTT Day Morgan Park Raceway Feb 23 SuperSprints Morgan Park Raceway Mar 6 - 8 Pillip Island Classic Raceway Mar 21 - 22 HSRCA Autumn Fes�val Wakefield Park Mar 27 - 27 CAMS State Champ. Rd 1 Morgan Park Raceway Apr 25 - 26 SCCSA Mallala All Historic Mallala Raceway May 9 -10 Autumn Historic Warwick Morgan Park Raceway May 30 - 31 Aus�n 7 CC - Historic Winton Winton Raceway June5-7 CAMS State Champ. Rd 2 Morgan Park Raceway June6-7 HSRCA Sydney Classic June 13 - 14 Noosa Hillclimb - Winter Tewan�n, Qld July 11 - 12 Historic Queensland Morgan Park Raceway Aug 1 - 2 VHRR Fes�val of Speed Winton Raceway Aug 28 -30 CAMS State Champ. Rd 3 Morgan Park Raceway Sept 4 - 6 Speed on Tweed Murwillumbah, NSW Sept 5 - 6 Sydney Masterblast Sydney Motorsport Park Sept 18 -20 Baskerville Historics Baskerville Raceway Nov 14 - 15 Noosa Hillclimb - Summer Tewan�n, Qld Nov 21 -22 HSRCA Summer Fes�val Sydney Motorsport Park Nov 27 - 29 CAMS State Champ. Rd 4 Morgan Park Raceway TBA HSRCA Spring Fes�val Wakefied Park TBA VHRR Historic Sandown Sandown Raceway TBA Queensland Raceways Events QR & Lakeside

HRCC 2019 Social Nights 2019 Awards/Trophy Mon 18th February Presentation Mon 20th May th Date and Venue Change Mon 12 August Carina Leagues Club Mon 18th November (AGM) 1390 Creek Road, Carina

Social nights are a good occaision to catch up with fellow HRCC members, friends and Dinner guests. th Held at Carina Leauges Club in Carina, Brisbane. A great venue with plenty of parking Saturday 7 Dec and a good bistro where you can enjoy a nice meal prior to the meeting which commences at 7.30pm. Carina Leagues Guest speakers provide interesting talks to entertain and inform you. Club Come and have a chat about all things historic racing with like minded people.

12 Website: www.hrcc.org.au

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