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1 Early Ford V8 Club #109 www. Earlyfordv8victoria.com P.O. Box Broadmead RPO Victoria, B.C. V8X 5K2 Fords & Friends Car Show & Shine 2015 Page 1 July 2015

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. Minutes July 14 th regular club meeting.. 2. Member Profile. No profile for July. 3. Club news updates, breaking news & old news. 4. Tech talk V8 members input, Q&A. 5. Photos special interest. 6. Buy & sell parts, restorations, collections etc. 7. Committees contacts, functions, updates, help. 8. Fun page could be anything members contributing. 9. Miscellaneous news and other interests. We gratefully welcome contributions from EFV8 members and associates for inclusion in the Rumbles Newsletter. Thank you to everyone who has assisted so far!! Page 2 July 2015

Position Name Telephone email President V President Treasurer Vic Nordstrom Bill Pritchard Jim Jennings 250 652 5631 vicalice@shaw.ca 250 656 7029 bpritchard@shaw.ca 250 477 5594 Jennings@telus.

3 Position Name Telephone President V President Treasurer Vic Nordstrom Bill Pritchard Jim Jennings vicalice@shaw.ca bpritchard@shaw.ca Jennings@telus.net Secretary Gary Nordstrom gnordstrom@shaw.ca Fraser Kaye jfraserk@shaw.ca Directors Dennis Mounce Lauri Stevens d&bmounce@telus.net lauristevens@shaw.ca Page 3 July 2015

4 Early Ford V8 Club R.G. #109 Victoria, British Columbia V8 Club Meeting. July 14, 2015 at The Well Minutes by Gary Nordstrom. Attending: Bob M, Tony C, Steve B, Reg A, Dave P, Dennis M, Anna M, Cai B, Marc B, R&D Bada, Bruce S, Bob A, Bill P, Jim J, Gary N, Vic N, Sven H, Murray A, Laurie S, Rudy Z, Jack S, Chris C, Dave W. Welcome: Vic Nordstrom Thank you to Fords and Friends Committee & others working to get things done Update on illness of members, Bob Cox, Bob Liggett Reports: Minutes: Gary Nordstrom, moved by Tony, seconded by Jack, accepted. Treasurer: Jim detailed expenses and income. Moved, Reg, seconded, Bruce, accepted Membership: no changes. Membership forms to be available at Picnic. National membership needs to be explained on membership the Show & Shine Jim J. has yet to forward our National Club membership papers to the National Club. Regalia: Reg looking at getting a special T-Shirt made. Laurie has our existing regalia and will bring it to the Show & Shine. Fords and Friends Show and Shine: Bruce reported that there are lots of prizes to give out & the weather looks good. Included in the gifts are 2 autographed copies of Old Car Detective written by Bill Sherk. Laurie reported that the work roster was okay but as we see who does and doesn t turn up, adjustments will have to be made. Laurie will need help watering the grounds Sat 6 PM and Sunday morning. The equipment under schoolhouse is OK. The sponsors board is being updated. We are Page 4 July 2015

5 counting on a good number for the preparation crew on 9 AM. prep crew gathering. Sven explained how the floats were handled in previous years for the gates and the 50/50. We need to have signs re: entrance costs and that paying is cash only so folks are ready to the gate. These signs need to be placed well in advance of the gate to allow folks to turn around if they only have plastic to pay. Chris showed the club members windshield signs and the show card window cards (101 > 355) He also showed the dash plaques (to be handed out when ballots are returned) Parking for members was discussed (Laurie, Dennis). It is to be fiesta parking. We are asking members to arrive at 7:00. Registration begins at 8 Event Advertising Chris ed 17 clubs Ocean 98.5 will send a car and reporter Patty Anne Lea put car show on SHAS Facebook page Tony is contacting the Times Colonist re a write-up Correspondence: Vic. 2 s received. Brent Bourne has a flathead with a stuck valve; Jim Jennings pointed him to help. A man is looking for a green and white Fairlane to show his grandfather as a treat. Other Events BBQ at Norrie s Sat Aug 22, 3 PM; Bring salad or dessert. Norrie will have burgers and corn on the cob. Sept 8: regular meeting at The Well Sept 12, 13 Clickity Click Port Alberni tour. Need to pre-register for tour and hotels Other Info: Sven H is attending a Saskatoon Car Club s 50 th Anniversary. He will report back. Buy and Sell: Dick Hansen s 38 Ford Coupe in coming up for sale. Chris will put it in newsletter. Page 5 July 2015

6 Tech Talk: Bob Neal s 50 Coupe is being restarted with help from Syd Moorhouse, after years in storage. Vic s son Errol will have his 48 Ford coach on the road by the end of the summer. Reg announced multi driver with clutch and bits, made in BC, good quality, available from Western Equipment. 50/50 Tony won $14 Adjournment: 8:30 PM 2015 club agenda / schedule. EARLY FORD V8 CLUB VANCOUVER ISLAND REGIONAL GROUP #109 C/O Vic Nordstrom, President Home phone Cell vicalice@shaw.ca ACTIVITY AGENDA June through September. August 22 nd September 8 th Annual BBQ at Norrie Spencer residence. Regular club meeting at The Well. Sept. 12 & 13 th Clickity Clack Road Run. Details to be confirmed. Jim J. December 4 th Annual EFV8 club Christmas party. Page 6 July 2015

Sunday July 19 at Heritage Acres and is easily classified as a solid success.

Once again, we were blessed with great weather and excellent attendance.

the club members are to be commended for stepping up and helping to make this a winner once

7 Club News. Fords & Friends Car Show & Shine The 35 th annual Fords & Friends Car Show & Shine was held on Sunday July 19 at Heritage Acres and is easily classified as a solid success. Attendance was very strong with close to 225 excellent show cars and trucks. Once again, we were blessed with great weather and excellent attendance. Many favorable comments from the public along with creative suggestions from several fellow enthusiasts were sincerely appreciated. The EFV8 show remains as the premier car show for the greater Victoria area and once again, all the club members are to be commended for stepping up and helping to make this a winner once again. Special thanks are in order to Lauri Stevens and Bruce Somers for all their hard work in coordinating this year s show. Many additional photos are available for viewing on the club website at Thanks again to everyone for all the energy and expertise. Page 7 July 2015

8 Spectators Choice: Dale & Kathy Mackie Cadillac Custom Imperial Page 8 July 2015

9 Participants choice car Guy shields 1950 woody wagon Page 9 July 2015

10 Participants choice truck Gary sangara 1956 ford pickup Page 10 July 2015

11 Artifacts choice best v8 flathead Bill pritchard efv8 member 1935 ford fordor sedan Page 11 July 2015

12 The well-deserved hardware. Congratulations to all winners and participants. Simply a Fun Day for everyone. Thank you all! Page 12 July 2015

13 Page 13 July 2015

14 Many more photos at Page 14 July 2015

Fun from the web. Great links for your personal enjoyment all contributions from EFV8 club members.

v=vhke0ex4qai thank you Norrie http://safeshare.tv/w/shbgvwazcz thank you Lauri S. & Tony C. http://devour.

com Thankyou Don MacPherson June contributions. http://safeshare.tv/w/shbgvwazcz from Lauri and Tony. http://www.youtube.

15 Fun from the web. Great links for your personal enjoyment all contributions from EFV8 club members. All you have to do is right click and open hyperlink to connect to the site. Have fun. New stuff in July. thank you Norrie thank you Lauri S. & Tony C. a repeat sent in by several members. mailto:woodys@goodoleboyssandiego.com Thankyou Don MacPherson June contributions. from Lauri and Tony. from Lauri. This one is really nuts!! Thanks Lauri. Tech Talk If you have any technical issues you would like to share please submit to the Rumbles editor. Thank you. Page 15 July 2015

Gary Clarke offers two 9 super 7 carbs on an Offy intake manifold. For 1949 to 53 Flathead engines. Near new I paid $899.US. Plus shipping and tax. Asking $750. Can.

Can be reached at 250 652 9823 or monty57@telus.net. WANTED! by Bruce Somers PLEASE! 250 478 9951 or Bsomers00@hotmail.com 1 Right rear Model A fender 1928. 2. One headlight bucket (1928/29) Model A 3.

EFV8 members are invited to preview a large selection of flathead parts and blocks. Wanted by Bob Cox. I am looking for a couple of door lock clips for the Ranchero.

Hopefully someone in the Club has some of these tucked away in a drawer or knows where I can find them. The metal clips are 59/64ths of an inch long and the nylon insert is 7/32 of an inch long.

16 Gary Clarke offers two 9 super 7 carbs on an Offy intake manifold. For 1949 to 53 Flathead engines. Near new I paid $899.US. Plus shipping and tax. Asking $750. Can. Tel or monty57@telus.net 1935 Ford flathead engine, 21 stud. Was running when taken out of car. Burn oil, so does need rebuild. Asking $400. Gary Clarke is waiting for your call. Can be reached at or monty57@telus.net. WANTED! by Bruce Somers PLEASE! or Bsomers00@hotmail.com 1 Right rear Model A fender One headlight bucket (1928/29) Model A 3. Kelly Hayes wire wheels. 5 on 4 ½ x 16 dia. - Prefer painted type. Garage sale; Vic will hold a majot garage sale in August. EFV8 members are invited to preview a large selection of flathead parts and blocks. Wanted by Bob Cox. I am looking for a couple of door lock clips for the Ranchero. Need these to be able to finish putting together the doors so I can get the door panels back together. Don t ask where these went to during the project only excuse is that they are small! Hopefully someone in the Club has some of these tucked away in a drawer or knows where I can find them. The metal clips are 59/64ths of an inch long and the nylon insert is 7/32 of an inch long. The metal barrel clip that holds the arm is 1/8 inside diameter and the plastic (nylon) arm is 13/32 inside diameter. Hopefully the picture shows everything clearly enough. They are a pretty standard part assuming you can find a source. I would like to get a hold of a least 3 of these better safe than sorry. Page 16 July 2015

! Dick Hansen, retired EFV8 member, is downsizing and has

This car is an original with very few modifications.

17 For Sale: 1938 Ford Club Coupe. Dick Hansen, owner for 40 years!! Dick Hansen, retired EFV8 member, is downsizing and has reached the point where he wants to sell his 38 Club Coupe. This car is an original with very few modifications. The coupe has mechanical brakes, original flathead, and standard transmission. Several extra parts would be included in the sale. If you are interested please call Dick directly at Best offer will take it. Page 17 July 2015

Just for Laughs Subject: Aging Golfers Thank you Lauri Stevens!! A group of golfing buddies, all in their 40's, discussed where they should meet for lunch.

18 Just for Laughs Subject: Aging Golfers Thank you Lauri Stevens!! A group of golfing buddies, all in their 40's, discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Hooters because it wasn't far from the course, the waitresses were young, good looking, showed lots of cleavage and wore short-shorts. Ten years later, at age 50, the golfing buddies once again discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Hooters because the food and service was good, they had many televisions to watch the games on, and the beer selection was excellent. Ten years later, at age 60, the gang again discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Hooters because there was plenty of parking, they could dine in peace, and it was good value for the money. Ten years later, at age 70, they discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Hooters because the restaurant was wheelchair accessible and had a toilet for the disabled. Ten years later, at age 80, the friends discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Hooters because they had never been there before. Do you remember what this was used for? Lauri S does!! Page 18 July 2015

19 Do you recognize this person? Think he might belong to the Chevy club. The ultimate truck endurance test. Nice ladder with great tires. Page 19 July 2015

20 Committees / Updates Membership & Newsletter. Vic Nordstrom, Bob Cox, Chris Chown Ford & Friends Car Show & Shine 2015 Bruce Somers & Lauri Stevens co-coordinators. July 19 th, 2015 Annual BBQ. At The Well in May 30th Tours. Gary Clarke coordinator with Vic Nordstrom Annual Christmas Party Steve Butler & Anna Meyer. Page 20 July 2015

21 Fun Page 1941 Henry Ford writes fan letter to Mahatma Gandhi On this day in 1941, the American automaker Henry Ford sits down at his desk in Dearborn, Michigan and writes a letter to the Indian nationalist leader Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. The letter effusively praises Gandhi and his campaign of civil disobedience aimed at forcing the British colonial government out of India. By July of 1941, Ford s pacifist views led him to despair at the current global situation: Nazi Germany had invaded Poland, causing Britain and France to declare war against it. The United States, led by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, was firmly on the side of the Allies, but Ford was convinced that the country should remain neutral, despite mounting pressure from the government for his company to start mass-producing airplanes to help defeat the Nazis. The previous May, Ford had reluctantly bowed to this pressure, opening a massive production facility for airplane production at Willow Run, near Dearborn, to manufacture B-24E Liberator bombers for the Allied war effort. As Douglas Brinkley writes in Wheels for the World, his history of Ford Motor Company, the automaker disliked imperialism and was hopeful that Gandhi s campaign would succeed in pushing the British out of India and establishing Indian home rule. In addition, Ford Motor Company had long enjoyed healthy sales in the cities of Bombay (now Mumbai) and Calcutta. Ford s letter to Gandhi, now included in the Henry Ford Museum and Library, read: I want to take this opportunity of sending you a message to tell you Page 21 July 2015

22 how deeply I admire your life and message. You are one of the greatest men the world has ever known. The letter was sent to the Mahatma (as Gandhi was known) via T.A. Raman, the London editor of the United Press of India. According to Raman, Brinkley recounts, Gandhi didn t receive the letter until December 8, 1941 the day after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. Greatly pleased, he sent in response a portable spinning wheel, one of the oldfashioned devices that Gandhi famously used to produce his own cloth. The wheel, autographed in Hindi and English, was shipped some 12,000 miles and personally delivered to Ford by Raman in Greenfield Village, Michigan. Ford kept it as a good luck charm, as well as a symbol of the principles of simplicity and economic independence that both he and Gandhi championed. This newsletter is provided free of charge to members and associates of the Early Ford V8 Club R.G Should you wish to contribute an item or offer comments please contact: Chris D. Chown via at cdchown@outlook.com. Thank you. Page 22 July 2015

Early Ford V8 Club #109

Early Ford V8 Club #109 www. Earlyfordv8victoria.com P.O. Box 53517 Broadmead RPO Victoria, B.C. V8X 5K2 2015 Poker Run. Page 1 May 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. Minutes no formal meeting convened for May.