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http://clubs.hemmings.com/northcoastamc AMX-Clamation!!!VolumeVolume 19 Number 4 July - Aug. 2010 A Funny Thing Happened … Dale Veverka A funny thing happened on the way to the library. A quick trip to return my daughter’s DVD brought me face to rear hatch with a Gremlin. The little four place coupe was parked in a handicapped spot in front of the Indepen- dence Branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library. After a glance, I knew I needed to return to my truck for the digital camera and a club tri-fold. Thanks to all those who have taken the time to pass along club information at cruise ins and car events that you attend. It’s great that the club receiver contacts from people who use their technology to find the club. BUT… you can’t beat that personal touch in winning new members Please carry a copy of the club tri-fold application in your vehicles just in case. I shot these pictures and put the car under my microscope vision. Both body and interior were in great condition. I placed the club folder under the wiper and went in to take of my library busi- ness. Car was still there when I left. A few days later at the local parts store the counter men mentioned the Gremmie. But, they weren’t aware of the car’s owner. As of this mo- ment I haven’t gotten a call inquiring about club membership. Oh well, maybe next time. Contact Exhaust Notes Information... If you are interested in showing off President: Dale Veverka your car in the Independence Home Days 6934 Brookside Rd., Independence, OH 44131, Phone: Parade, please contact Dale at 216-524- 216-524-5977, E-mail: [email protected] 5977 so he can make reservations for the Past President/Club Historian: proper number of cars. This event is on Scott Campbell August 7 and is the perfect opportunity to 5340 Columbia Rd., Medina, OH 44256, Phone: 330- 725-3824, E-mail: [email protected] show the community that nice examples of AMCs still do exist and even invoke mem- Vice President: Shaune Zavertnik 1254 Catherine Dr., Brunswick, OH 44212, Phone: ories of the parade viewers. Please remem- 330-220-7264, E-mail: [email protected] ber to bring candy to throw to the kids. Treasurer: Debbie Steely 701 E. Schaaf Rd., Brooklyn Hts., OH 44131, E-mail: [email protected] Newsletter Editor: Javlynn Sue Leair 4904 Edsal Dr., Lyndhurst, OH 44124, Phone: 216- 381-7859, E-mail: [email protected] Web Master: Ken Walker Suburban Auto Service 8800 Tiffany Dr., N. Royalton, OH 44133, Phone: “Since 1986” 216-392-5699, E-mail: [email protected] Expert Body and Mechanical Service Events Coordinator: Ed Nevel Domestic and Foreign 8963 North Bedford Road, Macedonia, Ohio Auto and Light Truck Phone: 216-832-1104 *Electronic Computer Diagnosis for ABS & Engine *Brakes and Tune up *Transmission Service Deadlines... *Coolant Flushes *We also do vinyl lettering and signs! July/Aug. newsletter – June 10 *Full Service Body Shop Sept./Oct. newsletter – Aug. 10 Antique and Restoration available Nov./Dec. newsletter – Oct. 10 FREE ESTIMATES! Jan./Feb. newsletter – Dec. 10 1050 N. Union Ave March/April newsletter – Feb. 10 Alliance, Ohio 44601 Ph: 330-823-6719 May/June newsletter – March 10 Fax: 330-823-9711 The Third Time Around Dale Veverka A few sprinkles can’t hurt anyone, or so they say. The weather channel was dotted with colors that indicated wetness and minor miseries for Sunday June 13th 2010. North Coast AMC was without the totally beautiful weather that we enjoyed for the first two at- tempts at “School’s Out”. A phone call from the show field at 8:00 am inquired “is the show still on?” We knew we were off and running. We started preparations early and made ar- rangements with the mayor’s office to have the show a week later this year. (Unfortunately we only later dis- covered that the Mopar car show at Junction featuring Scott Campbell (Head judge) located a few AMCs was scheduled on the same date). We filed our brave volunteers to judge. We tip our hats to Scott’s paper work with the national club in a timely manner. crew which included Ken Walker, John Eacott and Club members met in January and again in March to Casey and Chris McGowen. accept input from as many members as possible as we At one o’clock the photographers were admit- put together the event. Many club members stepped up ted to the old schoolhouse. They clambered up the to accept roles in preparing for the show staircases to the second floor for an aerial picture of The show was off and running. Our restaurants the show field. were busy preparing pizza, ribs, subs, hot dogs, salads, fancy coffees and ice cream for show attendees. The club maintained the pop and water concessions. At- tendees seemed to be much thirstier this year. Shaune Zavertnik set up the registration booth. And across the way, Bob Keister provided musical entertainment for the show. Richard Estermyer set up his Tee shirt and other 70s AMC automobilia tent. (Thanks to Richard for donating a number of door prizes for the show.) The oak plaques were created by Dale Veverka and All in all it was a sunny and enjoyable ending to a Ken Walker. Dave Macy and Ben Parker totaled the points day that began less than perfectly. and assembled the awards. At two o’clock, Laurene Neval passed out a bunch PS: The only questions that remain unanswered are of door prizes and the ticket was drawn the 50/50 raffle. 1) How far can a driver nurse a Machine with a radiator Then at two-thirty, seventeen awards were presented by leak? And 2) Can an AMX make it all the way home with a Shaune, Scott and Dale. Award winners include: AMX Stock Scott Campbell 1969 Joe Schaller 1970 AMX Non-Stock John Gifford 1969 Dale Veverka 1970 Amy Parker 1970 Javelin Non-Stock Ted & Gloria Doty 1972 Javlynn Sue Leair 1974 Dale Veverka 1970 AMC 70-up Stock Gary Steely 1974 Gremlin Casey McGowan 1974 Matador AMC 70-up Non-Stock Jim Snyder 1972 Hornet Roy Smith 1974 Gremlin Rambler 1969 earlier Stock Ed Neval 1962 Classic Rob Smarsch 1962 Metropolitan Rambler 1969 earlier Non-Stock Andrew Romig 1964 American Dale Veverka 1968 Rebel Howard Crum 1967 Rogue Car count was twenty six, down a few from last year, but we were pleased at the attendance of cars from the Toledo, Columbus and Great Lakes AMO clubs. It’s nice that folks from other clubs are willing to support the efforts of our club. Display cars included Dave DeAmicis’ AMX, Don Moyer’s Rebel Machine, Gary Marr’s Gremlin, Shaune Zavertnik’s Javelin, a Concord, an Ambassador, and a 1918 (yes this is NOT a typo) Reo Touring sedan that the owner spent forty years in restoration. Hmmm… probably a bit difficult finding parts for this one. Member Profile Name: Donald J. Tarantino Current AMC: 1968 Javelin SST Customized Body Engine: 225 H.P./290 cid modified to 350 H.P. Transmission: T-10/4-speed Positraction Modifications: Body: removed body trim/ new color scheme/ new wheels; Engine: blueprinted/ .030 bore/ new pistons, rings, valves, springs, roller cam, Edel- brock manifolds, Demon 4 bbl., timing chains, cus- tom headers w/ muffler by Pass Switch, Electric fuel pump, fuel cell (gas tank), ignition system and new gauges Other AMCs I have owned: 1971 Hornet Future Projects: I’m in the process of purchasing a 1961 Chevy Biscayne/ 2 dr./ post car to install my 409/ 409 engine. (won stock/ Oh. ‘64 with this engine) How I got interested in AMCs: In 1967 I was look- ing for something other than a Firebird or Camaro. I also liked the clean design. Favorite AMC hassle: Finding performance parts Machine in second and Kevin Keith’s 1970 AMX was the top vote getter. Ken presented the awards later in GAD 2010 the afternoon. We wandered among the vendors and discov- Dale Veverka ered Eric Wolfe enjoying the shade of his tent among Conditions were beautiful Saturday May his parts and books for sale. We watched the racers 29thas we loaded the AMX on the trailer for a back take time trials. Jim Snyder and Don Moyer were road ride to National Trail Raceway. We got aimed preparing for race time. Chris Tomsic and Shaune down the wrong road as we wound our way through Zavertnik could be found in the shade of Don’s trailer. a small town detour. It brought back memories of Unfortunately both Jim and Don were eliminated from the family vacations that somehow turned into pitch the competition. Rick and I were crispy enough so battles between my parents as they debated” which we headed for home before the door prize drawings. way do we go?” The good news was that when we hit We took the direct route home and were amazed how I-70 we knew that we had gone too far. A quick call to quickly we got home. Scenic route-Bah Humbug! Ken Walker set us back on course to the track. GAD was moved from Friday in preceding Upon arrival we unloaded the AMX and lo- years to Saturday. This year there were forty five rac- cated the show field. There, we met up with Butch and ers which were down from last year. Hopefully next Chris Smith, Ken and Sue and others hanging out at year will see a return to the previous year’s stronger the tent.