Dick Eichof s 1941 Coupe

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1 April 2017 Volume 52 No 4 Dick Eichof s 1941 Coupe

2 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 2 Editor s Corner Wyoming Chapter members, The BBQ at Bruce's house in Casper has been moved to Saturday, April 15th. Hoping to see a lot of members there. Casper is a fun town so come make a weekend of it and stay over at one of the hotels in Casper. The Conestoga & Pikes Peak Chapters are doing a group tour on April 22nd of the Museum of Aviation in Colorado Springs. There is more info on these meeting here in the Outlook. We have made our reservations for the Zone Meet in Colorado Springs on August 3-6. If you need a registration form contact Chuck Donkle at donklestorage@yahoo.com and he can you one. See you in Casper Rick This Month s Cover Car The Studebaker on this month s cover is a 1941 Coupe owned by Conestoga Member Dick Eichof. Dick can be seen cruising this cool looking coupe to many Conestoga events during the summer. Pikes Peak Chili Cook Off Winners Priska Shake--1st Trish Harness--2nd Dave Batchelor--3rd

3 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 3 Wyoming Chapter , Wyoming Chapter of the Studebaker Driver's Club started it's 2017 season of meetings. This meeting was held at the home of Jim & Carol Harkins in Casper. The meeting was called to order at 11:30. Minutes of the October meeting were read and approved. The Treasurer's report was read and approved. Old Business: 1.) Nominating Committee Chair, Jim Harkins asked for nominations from the floor or as Write-in's. With none being voiced, ballots were handed out to all members in attendance. With the ballots counted the 2017 Officers are as follows. President - Bruce Berst, Vice President - Rick Hawkins, Treasurer - Jim Rapp, Secretary - Tammy Raver, and our Tour Master - Jim Harkins. 2.) Updating Wyoming Chapter By-Laws. Members were given copies of current By-Laws, asked to read over the context and have suggestions for the April meeting on updating our Chapter to a more present day and to move our chapter into the future. We will be coordinating with the SDC National By-Laws and hear input from the Dakota's Chapter as they are also looking at some updates to their By-Laws. 3.) The National Historic Trails Center in Casper had contacted Bruce about our logo for our engraved rock. In calling on an estimated finish date I was told our Chapter is now forever remembered as our Studebaker rock is in fact done. It was engraved March 26th and reads "Wyoming Studebaker Club" New Business: 1.) Jim Rapp presented an update from SDC National in regards to fire extinguishers being required with all show cars. The extinguishers must have the proper UL rating and can be mounted in the vehicle or placed at the left front tire at shows. Additional information is available at the SDC National website. 2.) Mention of the 2017 Zone Meet that is in Colorado Springs Aug 3rd - 6th. Flyers and registration forms are available. For questions contact the Pike's Peak Chapter. Hope to see many familiar faces. 3.) 2017 Meetings Schedule *April15th --- Bruce Berst/Tammy Raver 3150 East 5th St. Casper, WY. dishes RSVP to Bruce so he can get the burgers ready. (307) BBQ Style picnic, bring side * May 20th --- Rick Hawkins/Sue Bordwell Quality Wellington, CO. Forney Museum Tour in Denver and we'll find some place close for lunch and/or dinner as a group.

4 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 4 Wyoming Chapter Continue * June 10th --- No Host/Pres will cover Douglas Car Show, Douglas, WY. Please look for members to gather and have meeting as time is made to discuss Chapter business. Need not be entered in show. * July 22nd --- Jim & Leslea Rapp Sheridan, WY. Polo Matches and other fun as final plans are put in place. More details to follow. *August meeting will be September 2nd at the Studebaker Labor Day Show in Custer, SD.--- No host Look for Bruce Berst or Tammy Raver as a meeting time and place will be made as time allows and we gather members that are present from other states that attend the show. *September is our "Fall Colors Tour" This date is TBA as Tour Master Jim Harkins takes this very seriously in finding Great colors to observe and takes pictures of and several routes have been suggested in the past. *October 21st --- Ellis & Annette Black place. Buffalo, WY. Meeting place TBA as final plans are put in We now have 34 paid members on the books for Hope to see you at one or more of our meetings. Respectfully submitted, Tammy Raver Message from your Wyoming Chapter President, 2016 was HUGE!!!! We pulled off The North-Central Zone Meet. We finished the year with 34 paid members. We have set the meeting times and places for the upcoming 2017 year. I encourage all new and not so new members to join us for these meetings. We are always looking for new ideas and new faces as we all enjoy our Studebakers. It is through the networking of the Chapters that we meet new friends and find those missing parts & pieces. Thank you for your support as I continue my 2nd year as your President. Respectfully, Bruce Berst

5 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 5 CONESTOGA CHAPTER PRESIDENT S REPORT Twenty-six members and guests of the Conestoga Chapter enjoyed visiting the Cheese Importers in Longmont where they enjoyed browsing, tasting and shopping in their beautiful facility. The Cheese cooler was a bit nippy, but the Cheese Importers thoughtfully provides coats for the less hardy among us. After our browsing and tasting we had a great lunch there. After lunch, a little more browsing and shopping for many of our members! I want to wish Joe and Sheila Rink a very happy 50 th anniversary. Joe and Sheila were with us at the Cheese Importers and are planning a quick getaway to celebrate. Such a great couple! We wish them many more happy and healthy years and thank them both for all their service to our Chapter! It s been nice to see some rain this Spring. I know we are all hoping for some nice days to get the Studes out to play. We have some great spring and summer events coming this year. You won t want to miss our April visit to the National WWII Museum, our Mt. Vernon Brunch in May, and our other exciting upcoming events. Please make sure you check out our Events calendar located elsewhere in this issue. I want to again thank Carl Farmer for providing our Chapter with the history of our original Colorado Studebaker Chapters and I want to thank Editor Rick Hawkins for his additional comments and the insert of the 1969 newsletter issue he added in the March issue of The Western Outlook. I also want to thank Marilyn Scott again for her work in coordinating with Carl and getting the information to me. This historical information is invaluable Deb H. --- Life s too short to drive boring cars If you know of someone who is in the hospital, has a serious illness, has passed away, or is experiencing a milestone life event or achievement, please notify our Sunshine Fund Administrator, Joann Beldt, so that she can express our encouragement and support! Contact Joann at or by at joann.beldt@longmontcolorado.gov.

6 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 6 Conestoga Chapter Schedule for 2017 Saturday, April 22, :00 noon -- National Museum of World War II Aviation in Colorado Springs. The National Museum of World War II Aviation is home base for more than 30 aircraft (most fully restored to flying condition) which are displayed along with more than 3,000 artifacts and historical documents, and a selection of aircraft on loan from private collections around the country. You must reserve for this event. See the article appearing in this issue of The Western Outlook for directions, reservation coupon, and more info. Sunday, May 21, th Annual Chapter Brunch at Mt. Vernon (Meet at Heritage Square between 9:30-10:00 am for our caravan to Mt. Vernon). This event is hosted again this year by Ray & Catherine Petros. Cost for the brunch this year will be $29 per person for adults and $14 for children. After our brunch at Mt. Vernon, Ray & Catherine will host our Chapter meeting at their home, along with cake and ice cream. Please make reservations by May 14 th by calling Ray or Catherine at Saturday, June 3, Uhrich Railroad Works, Strasburg, Colorado. We will be partnering with several other area car clubs for this full day of fun with a foundry railroad restoration demonstration, a visit to the history museum, picnic, and an old fashioned day at the movies. You won t want to miss this event. Watch future issues of The Western Outlook for updates and more information. Saturday July 8, Eaton Days Car Show. For information about the Car Show, contact Steve Doerschlag at or superlark1963@slbbi.com. Thursday August 3 rd Sunday Aug. 6 th -- North Central Zone Meet hosted by the Pikes Peak Chapter. The host hotel is the four star Hotel Eleganté, located just off I-25 and Circle Drive. Mention "SDC Zone Meet" to get the group rate of $ including a full breakfast. The hotel phone number is Enjoy a tour of the Penrose Heritage Center & Carriage House, Glen Eyrie Castle & the Garden of the Gods, guest speaker Zebulon Pike, Studebaker Show and Shine, Swap Meet, and Valve Cover Racing All concluding with a banquet, entertainment and awards. Contact: Chuck Donkle/ Dave Bachelor, / donklestorage@yahoo.com / twojunner@bresnan.net Saturday, September 9, Drive Your Studebaker Day (Events TBD) Saturday, September 23, 2017 Fall Colors Tour October -- Event TBD Sunday, November 12, Thanksgiving Potluck Forney Museum Sunday December 17, 2017 Holiday Dinner Cinzetti s (tentative pending room confirmation). Unless otherwise noted your hosts/contact persons for all events are Jay and Deborah Hokanson jhokanso@comcast.net

7 WOW! Could this be a Studebaker?!?. Well, sort of.. A few weeks ago Jay and I were having lunch in a little diner in Colorado Springs. Their menu was a retro 50 s newspaper with interesting articles and pictures from the time. The grainy newsprint picture to the left caught my eye, and I thought, Studebaker?!? There was a small paragraph below the picture about the car, and I was intrigued. So, I did some research and learned quite a bit about this once Studebaker Commander turned Manta Ray. Debuting in 1953 in Whittier, CA, this space-age inspired concept car the Manta Ray, was built by Glenn Hire and Vernon Antoine. Both worked in the jet aircraft division of the North American Aviation Company and wanted to incorporate the flowing lines of a jet fighter plane into the car s styling. This endeavor took over 4,000 hours to complete. Using a backyard garage as their workshop they sourced a 1951 Studebaker Commander to serve as the basis for the concept. The stock body was removed and replaced by a three seater roadster body made entirely of fiberglass, molded in 14 sections. The 232-cu.in. V8 Studebaker engine, drivetrain and chassis were retained; however, the frame side rails were shortened by three inches. The three taillights came from a 1952 Lincoln (the center tail light concealed the fuel line filler neck), and the bumpers were custom made from Hudson parts. The interior featured Stewart- Warner instrumentation with a Plymouth speedometer arranged around a Lincoln steering wheel. The nose piece was first patterned in wood, after which a ¼ thick chrome plated casting was made. The Manta Ray appeared on the cover of Motor Trend in July, 1953, and the car was featured in other magazines such as Rod and Custom, Motor World, Mechanix Illustrated, and Popular Science. Though there were plans to create additional types of the car, this was the only one ever built. The Manta Ray appeared at the 2016 Amelia Island Concours d Elegance, marking the first time it had appeared in public in over 60 years. However, the car at that show had been through several owners and had been modified fairly extensively. The Studebaker V8 was swapped out for a dual quad Cadillac V8 and somewhere along the line it was repainted from gold to an ivory white pink.. And so there it is the one of a kind Manta Ray. Deborah Hokanson

8 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 8 The Conestoga Chapter will be touring the Museum of WWII Aviation in Colorado Springs on April 22

9 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 9 Pikes Peak Chapter The weather was beautiful, seventeen members and one Stude convertible showed up for the annual Chili Cook-off. The chili was delicious along with the various foodstuffs provided by the members. It was difficult making a decision as to the best chili. Priska Shake won first place, Trish Harness, second and Dave Batchelor, third. Dave called the meeting to order with both secretary and treasurer's reports read and approved by members. John Glucick, (CCCC rep) reported that legislation has been discussing the salvage title, take it out of the hands of insurance companies. The Havana Cruise will be June 10, 12-6pm. There is also a Sema show in Las Vegas in November, Discussion involved our Christmas dinner. Dee had a catering menu, but this was put off until next meeting. Vests, shirts for the zone meet was also discussed. A motion was made to have a separate meeting with the committee to discuss upcoming zone meet. This will be at the Visitors Center on April 12th at 11am. Much to be discussed. Jim Harness showed prototypes of dash plaques, voting ballots, trophies etc. to be ordered for meet. It was voted on and approved by members. We need items for bags, silent auction and give aways. Trish Harness also needs two pair of boots (for decoration). We will meet at the Airplane Restaurant, 1665 N. Newport Rd. at noon for lunch and then proceed to the This is in conjunction with the Conestoga Chapter. After lunch, we will proceed to the WWII Aviation museum (755 Aviation Way). Our guided tour begins at 2 pm. Cost of the tour is $8 per person. Please me if you plan on attending, (trishp38@hotmail.com) by April 15th. We need to let the guide know how many will be there and I can pass on the number to the Conestoga rep. Marsha will also send a reminder, but she will be gone after that, so please me with your RSVP. Trish Harness Western Wheels Chapter We had our annual Valentine's Men's Soup Supper at the Gering Library, the food was good and no one went away hungry. Members present were Harry & Bonita Case; Earl & Becky Johnson; Wanda Mowry; Loren & Valerie Hoekema; Don & Betty Steinwart; Stuart Triit; Mary Miller; Dallas & Lucille Whiting and Perry, Jackie & Corina Meyers. Stuart gave a rundown on this year s Sugar Valley Rally. The dates are June 2, 3 & 4th. The Rally will be staying local without going any great distances in one direction. We have four members going to this years International meet in South Bend. Indiana. Shows we will be attending are: Fathers Day Car Show in Gering, NE June 17th & 18th Potter Car Bowl in Potter, NE on June 24th North Central Zone Meet in Colorado Springs, CO August 3rd 6th Twin City Motors is planning on having a car show again, Probably in May After the meeting we played the game 31 for big money Quarters

10 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 10 Studebaker Deals 1924 Studebaker Sedan For Sale 1962 Lark, 259 V8, Manual Transmission $1962 Carl I ve had this 1924 Studebaker in my garage for 40 years. Some restoration work has been completed and most parts are there but it s more work than I have time for. I have some extra parts but believe it needs the radiator and gas tank caps and two dash gauges. Bumpers were re-chromed but are not installed. The engine and drive train is complete and was running early in the restoration process and should be okay. Asking $7,000 but price is negotiable. Vehicle is located in Woodland Park, CO. Call and ask for Gary or garydmi@yahoo.com.

11 Western Outlook April 2017 Page 11 Pikes Peak Chapter Conestoga Chapter President: Dave Batchelor President: Deb Hokanson Vice Pres: Dan Shake Vice Pres: Jay Hokanson Secretary: Trish Harness Secretary: Lori Sander Treasure: Chuck Donkle Treasure: Shelia Rink CCCC Rep: John Glusick CCCC Rep: Roger Zaner Tour Master: Jay Hokanson Sunshine Fund: Joann Beldt Wyoming Chapter Western Wheels Chapter President: Bruce Berst President: Mary Miller Vice Pres: Rick Hawkins Vice Pres: Earl Johnson Secretary: Tammy Raver Secretary: Stuart Tritt Treasure: Jim Rapp Treasure: Perry Meyers Tour Master: Jim Harkins Tour Master: Betty Steinwart The Western Outlook is the newsletter of the Conestoga, Pikes Peak, Western Wheels and Wyoming Chapters of the Studebaker Drivers Club. Please submit any corrections, suggestions or ideas to the editor at:

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