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CHAPTER 81 CLASSIC THUNDERBIRD CLUB INTERNATIONAL

OF THE "CLASSIC THUNDERBIRD" I f there is anything our

The January planning meeting was no exception to that

Niemi s Pizza Palace featuring Duane s wood fired pizza

fixings anyone could possibly want and club members,

1 VOLUME 21, NO. 2, 3 & 4 FEB/MAR/APR 2015 PUGET SOUND EARLY BIRDS CHAPTER 81 CLASSIC THUNDERBIRD CLUB INTERNATIONAL DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVATION, ADMIRATION, AND OWNERSHIP OF THE "CLASSIC THUNDERBIRD" I f there is anything our club members do with gusto, it s enjoy a meal. The January planning meeting was no exception to that rule. It s always a treat to make your own pizza at Niemi s Pizza Palace featuring Duane s wood fired pizza oven. Nancy gets the dough ready, lays out all the fixings anyone could possibly want and club members, once they have flattened and shaped the dough for their own custom made pizza, G O O D T I M E S, G O O D F R I E N D S, G R E A T C A R S!

Hope your Feb/Mar/Apr is going well. We had a good turn out for the Jan. 17th planning meeting.

The Hood Canal tour for April will get us going for the summer. The over night to the Kite Festival will be great.

See you on THE ROAD AHEAD. The following events were suggested, pending confirmation and feedback to your president.

another poker run this year possibly ending with a Barbeque, model trains and art collection at Daugherty s home pending confirmation.

inside and these cars will receive an award of appreciation.

2 Hope your Feb/Mar/Apr is going well. We had a good turn out for the Jan. 17th planning meeting. Thank you Niemi's for all the good pizza and food and the use of your house. We have some great events coming up for this year. The Hood Canal tour for April will get us going for the summer. The over night to the Kite Festival will be great. I have been there a couple of times and it is a lot of fun on the beach and very colorful. Some of the other events to be detailed yet. See you on THE ROAD AHEAD. The following events were suggested, pending confirmation and feedback to your president. You will note that there are several events that we re looking at in July and August. February: No Meeting, No Newsletter March: No Meeting, No Newsletter April: Hood Canal Rhododendron Tour Cheryl McCurdy suggested this and will confirm with McCurdy s on hosting May: Wind Farm Tour (Overnight) Callards June: Poker Run Dave Demory (who was not present) offered to host another poker run this year possibly ending with a Barbeque, model trains and art collection at Daugherty s home pending confirmation. August: August 1st Little Creek Casino Car Show 4 T-Birds will be displayed in the Auditorium no fees for club members whose cars are displayed inside and these cars will receive an award of appreciation. Charge for other members is $20 Other members will display as a club call Duane for more info. August: Kite Festival, Long Beach (Aug 20 and 21), Thornes (Reserved are 11 rooms 5@$152 plus tax [1 Queen] and 6@$162 plus tax [2 Queens] September: Bainbridge Island Tour with Solid Axle Corvette Club (Sep 12) Thornes October: Frost Bite Tour Weilers November: Great Chefs Johnsons December: Christmas Party Harris Enjoy the rest of winter.. Jerry Weiler P A G E 2

(CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1) picked and chose their toppings. Voila! A pizza made to please everyone s own taste.

with it s crisp dough cooked to perfection.

Pizzas eaten, everyone grabbed some dessert and it was time to get down to the business of planning the outings for the coming year.

We weren t sure what was in store for us as he opened the meeting with a gavel in hand!

club. Once the plaque was turned over to Duane, the gavel wielding Jerry attached it to the plaque where it belonged.

past two years. A sincere round of applause signified our appreciation of a good job well done. We thank you, Duane and Nancy.

Jerry led us through the process with the treasurer s report (See Page 6) and a reminder that dues are due.

3 (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1) picked and chose their toppings. Voila! A pizza made to please everyone s own taste. Some pizza artists are very creative, others maybe not so creative but there isn t much left over when the last pizza comes out of the oven with it s crisp dough cooked to perfection. Duane cooks just two pies at a time so the baking process goes on for well over an hour with 20 people creating their own lunchtime treat. Pizzas eaten, everyone grabbed some dessert and it was time to get down to the business of planning the outings for the coming year. Jerry Weiler presided over this, his first meeting as PSEB President. We weren t sure what was in store for us as he opened the meeting with a gavel in hand! The first order of business was the presentation of a custom made plaque to Duane Niemi to thank him for his three years as president of our club. Once the plaque was turned over to Duane, the gavel wielding Jerry attached it to the plaque where it belonged. We are all grateful for the energetic and willing approach with which Duane, aided and abetted by Nancy, served the club in 2010 and for these past two years. A sincere round of applause signified our appreciation of a good job well done. We thank you, Duane and Nancy. It was time to get down to the order of business. Jerry led us through the process with the treasurer s report (See Page 6) and a reminder that dues are due. Darlene read the minutes from our November meeting (no business was conducted for the December meeting) and the process of filling the 2015 calendar was underway. It didn t start off with exciting proposals for great February and March events as we were reminded we had agreed not to have events in those two wintry months. Although Cheryl and Phil McCurdy advised at the last minute they couldn t attend the meeting, Cheryl suggested that the club s April event would will begin with the them leading us on a Rhododendron tour (around Hood Canal) with (CONTINUED ON PAGE 4) P A G E 3

some familiar stops followed with another road trip in May as we head out

The proposed schedule of the year s activities is listed in the President

As you will note there are a number of possible events listed for July and

Jerry is looking for some input before the final schedule is put together.

of his art and train collection maybe combine with a Poker Run.

4 some familiar stops followed with another road trip in May as we head out to the Wild Horse Wind and Solar Facility east of Ellensburg for a tour and close-up look at the wind farm. Both outings give us a chance to drive those Thunderbirds! The proposed schedule of the year s activities is listed in the President s Message. As you will note there are a number of possible events listed for July and August. Jerry is looking for some input before the final schedule is put together. Dick Daugherty would like to host an event at his home and show off some of his art and train collection maybe combine with a Poker Run. Pizza enjoyed, dessert consumed and the day s business having wound down, the group began to head for home. A number of folks asked for Carol s Swedish Cream recipe and Judy Roupe s Refried Bean Dip. They are attached. Enjoy. Only Duane and Nancy know just what it takes to prepare for a pizza party and they do it with joy and enthusiasm. Thank you so very much for hosting this tasty, informative and fun gathering. P A G E 4

5 P A G E 5

Report on file with president The January meeting

Niemi for his 3 years of service as president,

stickers to name tags to connote 5, 10, 20 (etc.

Susan Harris suggested using the year joined

Jerry Weiler will appoint someone to check into it.

meetings/parties be reimbursed for up to $250.

required along with receipts documenting expenses.

meeting, Great Chefs and the Christmas party.

Jerry Weiler reminded the group that there will be

Thanks and appreciation were given to Bob and

6 Report on file with president The January meeting of Puget Sound Early Birds was called to order by new president, Jerry Weiler at 2:10 PM. The first order of business was to recognize Duane Niemi for his 3 years of service as president, 2010, 2013 and A plaque noting that was presented. Treasurer s Report: Dues are due but no checkbook balance was available. Secretary Report: The November meeting notes were read and approved. A letter to club members from Jay and Sharon Howard was read (see page 7). Gordon Thorne introduced the idea of adding stickers to name tags to connote 5, 10, 20 (etc.) years of membership. Susan Harris suggested using the year joined rather than the number of years as a member. Jerry Weiler will appoint someone to check into it. Carol Weiler made a motion that hosts of in-home meetings/parties be reimbursed for up to $ Pre-approval for reimbursement would be required along with receipts documenting expenses. The events cited were the January planning meeting, Great Chefs and the Christmas party. The motion was carried. Jerry Weiler reminded the group that there will be no meeting in February or March and Bob Callard noted there will be no newsletters in those months, nor will there be an April newsletter. Thanks and appreciation were given to Bob and Martha Callard for the work they do on the Motor Mouth and also to Duane and Nancy Niemi for the work they do for the club. The meeting was adjourned at 3:30. In attendance: Weilers 2, Callards 2, Niemis 2, Austins 2, Vingos 2, Thornes 2, Hills 2, Harris 2, Rohweins 2, Roupes 1, Daugherty 1. P A G E 6

7 We re hoping that Jay will provide an update on the progress of his restoration and some photographs for the next issue of our newsletter P A G E 7

1 can refried beans 1 package taco seasoning mix 1 bunch green onions chopped 1 can diced green chilis 1 can chopped olives 1 cup sour cream Shredded cheddar cheese Mix the beans and taco seasoning

Heat in oven or microwave just until cheese is melted. Serve with Tostitos or Taco chips.

8 1 can refried beans 1 package taco seasoning mix 1 bunch green onions chopped 1 can diced green chilis 1 can chopped olives 1 cup sour cream Shredded cheddar cheese Mix the beans and taco seasoning mix and spread in a pie plate. Spread with the sour cream like a frosting. Layer with the green onions, chilis and olives on top. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Heat in oven or microwave just until cheese is melted. Serve with Tostitos or Taco chips. 1 cup sugar - put in sauce pan with 2 cups whipping cream and mix then add: 1 pkg unflavored gelatin bring just to a boil or until gelatin is melted cool and add 2 cups sour cream and 1 tsp. almond extract I put this all in a blender until smooth and put into a Jello mold and chill.and enjoy. You could try other flavors but some like almond the best, but experiment with other flavors and you can add fruit. P A G E 8

Feb/Mar/Apr Birthdays Feb/Mar/Apr Anniversary Forest & Sharon

Daugherty -- Mar 14 Ed Schlie -- Mar 15 Cheryl Mccurdy -- Mar 17

-- Feb 01 Susan Harris -- Feb 10 Tony Gaudet -- Feb 13 Beverly

Thorne -- Feb 28 March Anniversary Phil & Cheryl Mccurdy -- Mar

Tom Harris -- Apr 18 Sandi Darrar -- Apr 20 Tim Thomas -- Apr 26

9 Feb/Mar/Apr Birthdays Feb/Mar/Apr Anniversary Forest & Sharon Stoner -- Feb 18 March Birthdays Lea Cook -- Mar 12 Dick Daugherty -- Mar 14 Ed Schlie -- Mar 15 Cheryl Mccurdy -- Mar 17 April Anniversary Archie & Barbara Matthew -- Apr 06 Nancy Niemi -- Feb 01 Susan Harris -- Feb 10 Tony Gaudet -- Feb 13 Beverly Cooper -- Feb 14 Der Roupe -- Feb 22 Tami Caldwell -- Feb 27 Judy Thorne -- Feb 28 March Anniversary Phil & Cheryl Mccurdy -- Mar 25 April Birthdays Jaime Marcelo -- Apr 6 Duane Niemi -- Apr 7 Tom Harris -- Apr 18 Sandi Darrar -- Apr 20 Tim Thomas -- Apr 26 Ray Rohwein -- Apr 27 There are no events scheduled for February or March P A G E 9

Membership If you re not already a member,

A new member will pay a one time $15 initiation

is an annual subscription to the Early Bird

depending on the month in which you join.

10 Membership If you re not already a member, please consider joining and reaping the benefits. Membership dues are $35 per year from Jan Dec. A new member will pay a one time $15 initiation fee. Included with your new membership to CTCI is an annual subscription to the Early Bird Magazine, which is full of useful Thunderbird information and Tech Tips. Dues for new CTCI member are pro-rated depending on the month in which you join. For additional information on the CTCI, check the following link: Benefits of joining CTCI When you host an event, CTCI provides the insurance. More information in the Early Bird Dave Demory Eric Fehrmann P A G E A G E 1 0

winning monthly publication of the Puget

articles written by themselves or others.

11 OFFICERS AND CHAIRPERSONS President: Jerry Weiler cjwandgjw@gmail.com Vice President: Cheryl McCurdy pcmcc6061@gmail.com Secretary: drohwein@hotmail.com Treasurer: Immediate Past Pres.: Newsle er Editor: Membership: Ameni es: Webmaster: cjwandgjw@gmail.com THE MOTOR MOUTH Vol. 22, No. 2, 3 & 4 -- Feb/Mar/Apr 2015 The award winning monthly publication of the Puget Sound Early Birds, Chapter 81 Classic Thunderbird Club International. Members are encouraged to submit articles written by themselves or others. All submissions are subject to editing and space available. Deadline: 20th of the preceding month info@pugetsoundearlybirds.org Our Mission: To encourage and promote the preservation, admiration, ownership, enjoyment and restoration of the 1955, 1956 and 1957 Ford Thunderbirds. P A G E A G E 1 1

Tanya Johnson, CAS Referrals are the greatest form of flattery! Representing the Geiger Company Tanya Johnson, C.A.S. 360-779-5067 tjohnson@geiger.

McCurdy s Restorations Contact: Phil McCurdy @ (360) 394-3636 CTCI Gold Award: First Place overall in the show.

.. CTIC Excellence in Authenticity Award: Received all 51 points for authenticity.

12 Tanya Johnson, CAS Referrals are the greatest form of flattery! Representing the Geiger Company Tanya Johnson, C.A.S Sandy Hook Rd. NE Poulsbo, Washington Thousands of marketing ideas & products from Geiger! McCurdy s Restorations Contact: Phil (360) CTCI Gold Award: First Place overall in the show... but wait, that s not all... CTCI Gold Medallion Award: Her car received in excess of 290 points... CTIC Excellence in Authenticity Award: Received all 51 points for authenticity. CAROL WEILER Angeles Book Binding Restoration and Rebinding Books, Bibles, Hard Bound Covers, Embossing (360) Bethany Vriesman MeritWorks Partners, LLC Riverside, Florida (O) (C) beth@meritworks.net P A G E A G E 1 2

13 Cool PSEB Stuff Call Tanya Johnson Powder Coating Craig Rohwein Let us give you a quotation for your next job! or trohwein@wavecable.com Cool Early Bird Stuff Visit the CTCI Store 55 T'bird engine, 292. Rebuilt but one of the two front cylinders has water damage. 55 T'Bird transmission, automatic. Rebuilt but sat outside so uncertain of the condition. Oil pan for Lincoln...rear sump. Reasonable offer David Hill hilldad3@yahoo.com P A G E A G E 1 3

VTCI International Convention May 20-24, 2015 Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Celebrating 60 Years of Thunder The Okanagan Classic Thunderbird Club extends an invitation to all Thunderbirds to

We are excited to host the 2015 VTCI International convention and we look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new Thunderbird enthusiasts and acquaintances.

to Sunday, May 24 th inclusive, which we hope will provide you with a sampling of one of Canada s premier vacation destinations.

14 VTCI International Convention May 20-24, 2015 Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Celebrating 60 Years of Thunder The Okanagan Classic Thunderbird Club extends an invitation to all Thunderbirds to gather in Kelowna, British Columbia, located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. We are excited to host the 2015 VTCI International convention and we look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new Thunderbird enthusiasts and acquaintances. The following is a summary of the events planned for your visit to the Okanagan as we celebrate together 60 Years of Thunder We have planned five days of activities and events; Wednesday, May 20 th to Sunday, May 24 th inclusive, which we hope will provide you with a sampling of one of Canada s premier vacation destinations. Some events have limited space available and we strongly urge all attendees to submit your registration as soon as possible. Our Deadline Date for Registration submission is April 10, Our host hotel is the new Four Points Sheraton, located in the north end of Kelowna adjacent to the Kelowna International airport. When you make your reservations, be sure to mention Okanagan Classic Thunderbird Club for the Discounted Rate. We have planned the events so that we will be travelling North and South of Kelowna giving you a scenic view of the Okanagan Valley. Here is a brief description of the events planned. Wednesday 20 May Registration Day. You will be provided with your Welcome package with specific times and tickets for each event. In the evening, we invite everyone to attend a Distinctly Canadian Welcoming Reception. Thursday 21 May Kettle Valley Steam Railway. After your previous travelling days, we ll let you sleep in before we hit the road and head south along the shores of Okanagan Lake. Don t worry about your fabulous, clean Thunderbirds. They will stay behind at the hotel in a secure fenced parking area. We will travel by luxury coach to Summerland, BC and the Kettle Valley Steam Railway for an old west ride on a classic, vintage Steam Train, which opened up the Okanagan Valley Bring your cameras as the scenery enroute is simply breathtaking. Following the train ride, a casual supper at the vintage, restored train station will be provided prior to departure back to the hotel. Friday 22 May Judging Day. The specifics for the judging of the cars will be provided in the morning and is expected to last most of the day. Since the majority of men will be involved with the cars, judging and meetings, we have taken this opportunity to provide the ladies with a special event A Ladies Only afternoon boat cruise on Lake Okanagan. It will include bus transportation to the boat; appies with a complimentary glass of wine; and a cash bar available while the ladies enjoy a relaxing two hour cruise of Lake Okanagan. Note There are Limited Seats available for this event. Saturday 23 May The Parade of Classics. This year will be our 23 rd annual Show & Shine. We traditionally drive our cars from the hotel to a beautiful park setting, located in Kelowna, on the shore of Lake Okanagan. It is a fantastic setting and many of the local people will attend to view the cars and talk with owners. Following the Show & Shine, we will be driving to a nearby winery for a tour and tasting of our world renowned Okanagan Valley wines. Vehicles not attending the wine tour will be lead back to the hotel. Saturday Night Awards Banquet. Our host hotel has a fabulous buffet planned followed by speakers and the presentation of awards. Sunday 24 May O Keefe Ranch Vernon, BC. Our final day will be a scenic cruise north to the city of Vernon, BC and the historic O Keefe Ranch. The Ranch was founded in 1867, the same year of Canada s confederation, and was an integral part of opening the Okanagan Valley to ranching and farming. We will be driving to the Ranch for a brunch and given Free access to the ranch buildings. The Ranch is an authentic historic venue and well-known for its outstanding brunch menu. Be sure to watch for our Internationally-Recognized- Flaggers along the way. We look forward to seeing you and hope you will join us as we celebrate Kettle Valley Railway Parade of Classics O Keefe Historic Ranch

2015 VTCI International Convention - May 20-24, 2015 60 Years of Thunder Registration Form Name Current VTCI # Spouse/Children Mail Address City/State/Province/Zip/PC: Phone: E-Mail Address: Chapter

15 2015 VTCI International Convention - May 20-24, Years of Thunder Registration Form Name Current VTCI # Spouse/Children Mail Address City/State/Province/Zip/PC: Phone: Address: Chapter affiliation Are you willing to judge - Yes No Trailer Car - Yes No 1 st Entry Year VIN # Colour 2 nd Entry Year VIN # Colour _ Division (write in 2 nd car only) Senior Divisions only, went Senior/City Year _ Non-Judged Divisions Senior Participation:.. T-Birds having received 1 st Place in Primary Division at a VTCI International Convention. Display:... Open to all years Judged Divisions (See Vol 1 Concours Rules on website, Free PDF to members) Senior:... T-Birds having received 1 st Place in Primary Division at a VTCI International Convention and are eligible for Best of Show/Larry Seyfarth award. Primary:... Eligible for Best of Show/Larry Seyfarth award only. Only path to obtain Senior Status Driver: only, Engine compartment, trunk & undercarriage not judged Late Model: point system all areas judged Modified: point system all areas judged Touring: only, Undercarriage not judged, some modifications for safety, reliability and comfort allowed, See Vol. 1 Concours Rules : point system, no undercarriage judged Modified: point system, no undercarriage judged, no modifications deductions Wixom Preservation & Authenticity Awards Internationals only (separate application 30 days in advance) Event _ Single/Family Registration Car Judged..... Single/Family Registration Car Not Judged..... Additional Car... Wednesday Canadian Welcome Party (FREE)... Thursday Kettle Valley Steam Railway Tour and Dinner.. Friday Ladies Only Boat Tour... Saturday Parade of Classics (FREE)... Wine Tour... Awards Banquet... Sunday O Keefe Ranch Tour and Buffet... Dinner... Souvenir Embroidered Hat... Total Enclosed (US or CA Funds) Quantity Cost $40.00 $20.00 $15.00 X $00.00 X $75.00 X $40.00 X $00.00 X $15.00 X $50.00 X $22.00 X $30.00 X $ Total Cost $_ Please make cheque payable to: Okanagan Classic Thunderbird Club Mail to: Ken & Marion Carr, Forest Hills Drive, Lake Country, BC Canada V4V 1A5 Cutoff date for registration is April 10, Limited space for some events please submit early. Hotel Information: Four Points Sheraton, 5505 Airport Way, Kelowna, BC Ph: or Hotel Direct Mention Okanagan Classic Thunderbird club for discount rate of $ per night

Travel. Gratuities. Transportation. Cancellation Procedures. Timing. Walking. Registration

Travel. Gratuities. Transportation. Cancellation Procedures. Timing. Walking. Registration Gratuities It is common to tip the driver at the end of a bus trip. Standard tipping is $1 per person, per trip. This is only a recommendation and you are free to use your own tipping practices. The gratuity