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1 NORTH STAR WHEEL Volume 42 Issue 6 September 2009 Join the Badger Wheels Chapter in NSP The Badger Wheel Chapter is coming to the North Saint Paul History Cruise on Friday, September 4. This is another chance to get the Studebaker out AND get together with our Badger friends. It will be a fun night. There are numerous food vendors set up all along 7th Avenue (main street) and hundreds of pre 1975 cars show up. The event officially starts at 6:00, but the streets and adjacent parking lots fill up fast, so getting there early is advised. For more info visit HELP Needed FOR LABOR DAY CAR SHOW The 9th Annual Orphan and Still Made Car Show is set for Monday, September 7, at the Blacksmith lounge in Hugo, MN (See page 6). Jim Rock or cjrock5144@aol.com is heading up manpower. Let Jim know if you ll be attending, he ll appreciate it. As usual, if everyone helps a little, all will have some fun and the show will run smoothly. We will be giving 42 awards this year. Hope to see you there! Start pulling your extra parts The Midwest Studebaker Only Swap Meet is coming up fast. Get those parts ready for Saturday, September 19, in Hudson, WI (See page 7). Get back some garage space or clear out your attic. It s a great way to start your own Economic Stimulus Plan and to pass some of those good items along to another Studebaker fan. All parts, cars, parts cars and memoribilia welcome. Remember Studebaker Only. Wanted: Nomination Committee For 2010 I am looking for three members to assist with finding candidates for our 2010 Club Elections. The committee will be appointed in October. If you are willing, please call, write, or me. Thanks in advance, Dean Elstad. Upcoming Events Friday, Sept 4, North St. Paul History Cruise. North St. Paul, MN. Monday, Sept 7, 9th Annual Labor Day Car Show. Hugo, MN. Friday, Sept 11, North Star Chapter Car Show and Cruise. Jordan, MN. Sunday, Sept 13, Holy Cross Lutheran Rally Day Car Show. Oakdale, MN Saturday, Sept 19, Midwest Studebaker Only Swap Meet. Hudson, WI Thursday, Sept 24, Northland Wheels Chapter Meeting.Upper Deck. Saturday, Sept 26, North Star Chapter Pot Luck Picnic. Annandale, MN. Fall Picnic at Gieselman s in Annandale September 26, St. Hwy. 24 NW, Annandale, MN Come help us celebrate our Lark s 50th birthday. This is a special invitation to everyone with a Lark. Reserved front row parking for all Larks. Get in the spirit of the party and dress for the occasion in your best 50's apparel. Bring a dish to share. Beverage and tableware, and of course Birthday Cake, will be supplied. DIRECTIONS: From I-94 take the Clearwater exit Highway 24. Proceed south on Highway 24 for 9.5 miles. We are on the left side of the highway. From Hwy. 55 go to Annandale, north on Highway 24 through town and continue for 4.5 miles. We are on the right side of highway. CAR SHOW CHAIRMAN NEEDED FOR 2010 After four years of chairing the Memorial Day and Labor Day Car Shows, I am ready to play a smaller role for these events. This is basically a job of coordination, scheduling and a minimal amount of labor for a few hours on those weekends. There is a great Car Show Committee of helpers in place for you to work with and have some fun. Those that have attended the these shows know that the Blacksmith folks and layout make these shows turnkey in many respects. I will be happy to counsel for another year. I have detailed checklists of the activities and things to do or bring for the shows. The Chapter is fully equipped with all the necessary equipment to run the shows. You will not be stepping into any problems and, with continued creativity, these two shows will certainly continue to be successful for the Chapter. If you are interested, contact Henry Votel at , gudim1945@isd.net or President Dean Elstad, , deslstad@eminnetonka.com Henry Votel o n e

N O R T H S T A R W H E E L Our Week In Cedar Rapids Reflections of the 2009 SDC International Meet by Dean Elstad I put the camper on our 60 Champ Saturday night after we got back from a week at the

Sandy prepared the utensils and I piled up the needed accessories extension cords, tools, fluids, repair manuals, our registration stuff and Sandy s bike.

2 N O R T H S T A R W H E E L Our Week In Cedar Rapids Reflections of the 2009 SDC International Meet by Dean Elstad I put the camper on our 60 Champ Saturday night after we got back from a week at the cabin. The two haven t been hooked up since the meet in Omaha! Bright and early Sunday morning we cleaned it out and assessed the inventory. Sandy prepared the utensils and I piled up the needed accessories extension cords, tools, fluids, repair manuals, our registration stuff and Sandy s bike. Good thing it s a 3/4-ton Studebaker pickup truck! New this year were planks and sawhorses to put under the camper each night so I didn t have to back the pick-up under the camper. I m sure our neighbors in the campground in Omaha didn t appreciate all my attempts at midnight to sneak the truck back under the camper. The Cherry Bomb muffler doesn t soften the sweet sound of the Stude V-8 very much Satisfied we had everything (there is no kitchen sink in our camper anymore); we went in and packed up the food, beverages and personal stuff. Again, good thing it s a 3/4-ton! We left Monday morning after taking Emma to doggie camp, not as early as planned, but we did miss the morning traffic. I figured a nice slow drive down to Cedar Rapids (270 miles) would take us about 6 hours. I forgot about all those fuel stops. We got lots of thumbs up from passing motorists. Yep, everyone passed us We arrived at the host hotel too late for registration so we headed over to the campsite, just 3/4 mile away and set up. We went back and talked our way into Welcome Night. Saw lots of North Star members and Studebaker friends and enjoyed a very tasty buffet. We met new Stude owners too! We had desert at a local fast food spot with a few of the members and swapped stories about the trip to Cedar Rapids. The camp ground was filling up with motorhomes, motorcoaches and Studebaker campers. It was a nice spot, next to the vendors and where the Concours would be on Thursday, except for no showers and only port-o-potties. But the price was right $100 for the week. We saved a spot next to us for Jerome and Amy. They arrived Wednesday in their beautiful M5 pulling the Stude-Scamp camper. On Tuesday we went to seminars at the hotel, and spent the evening with friends that moved to Cedar Rapids 19 years ago. He runs an automotive repair shop and even had a Hawk from Minnesota in for exhaust work. They had a great dinner for us followed by a soak in their hot tub. Wednesday afternoon was the Amana Colonies tour. After that, the Studebaker Truck Farmers dinner. The food and company was great, and I especially enjoyed an Amana micro brewery beer! Our evening was spent at the SDC auction where I picked up a new Champ hood. Then off to the hotel bar catching up with the two guys from South Africa we met last year in Lancaster, who are entering the Peking to Paris race with their 1929 Studebaker (see page X). They were sitting with Ed and Carol Bauer, their friends Paul and Kathy from Connecticut and a few other folks. Perry Wolf and Dennis Borich were hanging out there too. Of course Thursday is when we get to see all the shined up vehicles. This year a new SDC policy had display vehicles allowed amongst the judged vehicles for no charge. That meant the 60 Champ got to be parked among some beautiful trucks. It was an honor to be in the back row with a couple of rare 4-wheel drive pickups and the big diesels. Fun night was, well, really fun! The snacks were good and the state fair games for the little prizes a blast. Several club members took home quite a haul The band was really fun, the young kid impersonating Lawrence Welk was really good; we took in quite a few dances. Okay, it was Buddy Holly, not the king of champagne bubbles Friday we went antiquing in the sister city of Marion. I found a nice copy of the Woodstock record album for $2. Friday evening was the awards banquet. We were a little late getting ready so ended up sitting with a group of Iowans and had a delightful time. If you haven t heard about the awards program, ask me the next time you see me. Saturday was another nice, slow, uneventful, drive back home, passing about every other gas station (or so it seemed) on the way north to Minnesota. Got home, picked up Emma, unloaded the camper and put it away until the next SDC meet that is close enough to drive the Champ. continued on page 3 T W O

N O R T H S T A R W H E E L Reflections of the 2009 SDC International Meet From Page 2 We enjoy camping out, it s a little

buck motor coach, we re all there for the Studebakers Our thanks to Al and Marlene Meeker and the Hawkeye Chapter members for

Sandy visiting with long time North Star member John Lidberg, who now lives in Colorado From the back ofthechamp.

And what a great summer it s been (although we could use more rain) for driving the Studies to all the chapter events arranged

You can still put some miles on your vehicles, maybe even the trip to the Upper Mississippi Valley Zone meet, before putting

There are still many events on the activities list for September.

cosponsored with the Badger Wheel club in Hudson on September 19th; and finally, our fall picnic, September 26th at Gieselman

Then we get back to the monthly meetings, starting with October s on Thursday the 8th at Latuff Restaurant in Plymouth.

Fall usually brings out all the political lawn signs and media ads which brings me to a very important item Election of

email or pull me aside at a club event. I will personally nominate you!

Here s a chance for you to step up and give a little bit more to the chapter.

3 N O R T H S T A R W H E E L Reflections of the 2009 SDC International Meet From Page 2 We enjoy camping out, it s a little cheaper and we meet the nicest folks in the campgrounds sharing their zest for Studebakers, whether it s with a tent or a big buck motor coach, we re all there for the Studebakers Our thanks to Al and Marlene Meeker and the Hawkeye Chapter members for another excellent SDC International. Sandy visiting with long time North Star member John Lidberg, who now lives in Colorado From the back ofthechamp... Greetings, Here it is nearing the end summer. And what a great summer it s been (although we could use more rain) for driving the Studies to all the chapter events arranged by Maynard. Hopefully you ve taken your Studebakers to car shows, cruises or just around the block. You can still put some miles on your vehicles, maybe even the trip to the Upper Mississippi Valley Zone meet, before putting them away. Fall is still a long, long, long way off. But summer s not quite over yet. There are still many events on the activities list for September. First is the Orphan Car Show on Labor Day, 9/7 in Hugo; then the Cruise in Jordan on 9/11; the remarkable Studebaker Swap Meet cosponsored with the Badger Wheel club in Hudson on September 19th; and finally, our fall picnic, September 26th at Gieselman s in Annandale. Remember, this is all just in September! Then we get back to the monthly meetings, starting with October s on Thursday the 8th at Latuff Restaurant in Plymouth. And don t forget the Drive for Kids on Sunday, October 11th. Fall usually brings out all the political lawn signs and media ads which brings me to a very important item Election of Chapter Officers. At our annual meeting in January, we will elect a Vice President, Secretary and one Director. Terms are two years. If you have any interest, are curious what duties and time commitments are involved, or are willing to serve, please call, or pull me aside at a club event. I will personally nominate you! We have a great chapter and I hope we can get several candidates to come forward for each position. Here s a chance for you to step up and give a little bit more to the chapter. We also need members for the nominating committee so please call me if you would assist with this important item which we will discuss at the October meeting. Speaking of the October meeting, I ll bring my pictures from Cedar Rapids. If anyone else has pictures, please call me, we ll use the club projector. I d also like everyone to bring pictures of before and after of your car, or any shots of rebuilding or restoration to share with the group. This may get some members motivated to work on their Stude s this winter. There s lots of great weather left for driving the Studies before putting them away. After all, we are the Studebaker Drivers Club! Look for more detailed information on all the activities in this newsletter. Thanks. Dean Elstad President, North Star Chapter, SDC goldavanti@netzero.org T H R E E

4 N O R T H S T A R W H E E L Board of Directors Meeting North Star Chapter - Studebaker Drivers Club July 21, 2009 Applebee s, Fridley, MN Board Members Present: Jim Rock, Jim Ringquist, Maynard Lemke, Joan Lemke, Rose Price, and Dean Elstad Members Present: Cheryl Rock, Andy Ringquist, Mike Price WELCOME and other news/comments. MINUTES OF April 7, 2009: Motion was made to approve the Minutes of the April 7, 2009 Board Meeting. Motion-Jim Rock Seconded-Maynard Lemke. Approved all in favor. OFFICERS/DIRECTORS REPORTS TREASURER Joan Lemke, reported the total balance of the Chapter funds is $13, A $2,000 Certificate of Deposit is marked for a Scholarship at Hennepin Technical College and when the CD matured, it was renewed. This money will be used for the Scholarship and will be given out at the October meeting at Latuff s Pizzeria. Two $50 memorial gifts were sent in April. $200 was donated to Pioneer Park (which was planned in the budget). DIRECTOR Maynard Lemke discussed the Chapter Newsletter. Bob Stude needs more articles submitted for the Newsletter. It was suggested that there always be a Feature Car. Another possibility is to include articles from members out of town that tell of their history with Studebakers. It was discussed to have more feature writers columnists, including a column for women. Maynard brought up the dates for the 2010 International Meet in Arizona, which will be held over Memorial Day weekend, and the Annual Car Show in Hugo on Memorial Day. If Chapter Members are going to Arizona, there will be a need for additional volunteers. This will be addressed further as the date gets closer. Discussed having more trophies at the Hugo Shows as there are more cars participating. PRESIDENT Dean Elstad, announced that the North Star Chapter won Most Cars of Chapters that attended at the International Meet in Cedar Rapids, Iowa! At the meeting in Cedar Rapids, it was mentioned that the National SDC Board will provide $50 matching funds to local chapters once a year for a club advertisement. There is a new President of the Studebaker s Drivers Club. On August 9, 2009 there is a Car Show in Duluth. VICE PRESIDENT Jim Ringquist, told of a Chapter Appreciation Award and plaque. Jim received a written request from Fern Gieselman for donations to Operation Minnesota Nice, which has sent packages to over 4,000 soldiers serving overseas. The cost for one package is $ Discussed Chapter sending a donation for this charity. Jim still needs suggestions for the location of the Annual Meeting. He will check out Lake Elmo Inn and Josephs. DONATIONS Joan reported on donations that were sent out so far this year. Profits from the Memorial Day Car Show for 2009 = $1,715 (2008 = $1,780) The Blacksmith Lounge gave $250 to the Chapter at each Car Show, which the Board typically donates to the Hugo Food Shelf. Discussed making donations to Coats For Kids; Operation Uplink (which give phone cards to soldiers overseas); Minnesota Nice; Hugo Food Shelf and Scholarships. Motion was made to give donation of $300 to Operation Uplink. Motion-Maynard/Seconded-Jim Rock. Approved all in favor. Motion was made to give donation of $500 to Hugo Food Shelf. Motion-Joan/Seconded-Maynard. Approved all in favor. Motion was made to give donation of $300 to Minnesota Nice. Motion-Rose/Seconded-Jim Rinquist. Motion was made to give donation of $500 to Coats For Kids. Motion-Jim Rock/Seconded Joan Decision was made to wait until after Labor Day Car Show for other donations. OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS August 9th - Car Show in Duluth. September 12th Car Show in Prescott, WI First Wednesday of the month in June, July and August Downtown Stillwater at park along the river there is a car show with free dash plaques for first 250 people and a free band. Motion was made to have the Chapter purchase a sheet cake for the Chapter Picnic on September 26th to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the LARK. Motion-Maynard/Seconded-Jim Rinquist. Approved all in favor. Meeting adjourned. Motion-Jim Rinquist/Seconded-Maynard. Approved all in favor. Respectfully submitted, Rose Price, Secretary North Star Chapter Charitable Contributions I have been asked to accept charitable requests for the NSC Board to consider. A request was made in the newsletter a while back for your suggestions. The board recently sent money to Operation Minnesota Nice and Coats for Kids per such requests. The Board also approved donations to the Hugo Food Shelf and Operation Uplink. If you have an organization that you would like us to consider donating to, send me a written request and I will bring it up during the board meeting. You could also me at jamesr@spacestar.net Jim Ringquist th Street SE Buffalo, MN Drop the Paper Go Electronic for delivery of your North Star Wheel! Get it sooner, get it in color and help save North Star Chapter financial resources (postage). You can keep it on your computer and read it anytime. (That s really a big deal, eh?) Willing to give it a try? It s easy, just send an to Henry Votel at gudim1945@isd.net Members recently choosing only electronic delivery: Gene & Janice Anders, Mora, MN Greg Meyers, Minnetonka, MN Jan & Shirley Luikens, Faribault, MN F O U R

5 N O R T H S T A R W H E E L DIRECTORY OF OFFICERS SDC NATIONAL OFFICERS Mimi Halgren, President Richard Dormois, Vice President Nita Ketchum, Secretary Jane Stinson, Treasurer UPPER MISSISSIPPI VALLEY ZONE Larry Swanson, National Board Director Duane Miller, Zone Coordinator Henry Votel, Regional Manager NORTH STAR CHAPTER Dean Elstad, President goldavanti@netzero.com Jim Ringquist, Vice President jamesr@spacestar.net Rose Price, Secretary mdrprice@hotmail.com Joan Lemke, Treasurer & Sunshine jmlemke@comcast.net Henry Votel, Membership gudim1945@isd.net Maynard Lemke, Director & Activities jmlemke@comcast.net Jim Rock, Director & Historian cjrock5144@aol.com Bob Shaw, Web Master rrshaw@comcast.net Bob Stude, Newsletter bob@stude-becker.com NORTH LAND WHEELS CHAPTER Joseph Brannon, President Currently serving in Iraq Jim Van Dell, Vice President/Trophy Chair avantiz@charter.net Beth Brannan, Secretary Shirley Van Dell, Treasurer & Membership CHAPTER INTERNET LINKS Chapter Web Site Newsletter Archive Chapter Activity Schedule at SDC Web Page Chapter Roster Bylaws Membership Application New Northstar Member Gerald McArdle, Perham, MN Looking for his 1st Studebaker 3rd Annual Holy Cross Lutheran Church Rally Day/Car Show Sunday, September 13 8 a.m. - 1 p.m th Street North Oakdale, MN Car Show is Free Free Will Offering Worship Services at 8:15 and 10:00 Award Winning Cheese Curds* Corn Dogs 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place People s Choice Trophies Need more info? Call Dick France at * Endorssed by Cheryl Rock NORTH STAR WHEEL 2009 EVENT SCHEDULE September 7, 9th Annual Labor Day Car Show. Blacksmith Lounge in Hugo. Grounds Open 8 a.m., Show Runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 11, North Star Chapter Car Show and Cruise. Jordan, MN. Hosts: Maynard and Joan Lemke, , mjlemke@msn.com September 19, Annual Midwest Studebaker Only Swap Meet. Hudson, WI (MN-WI border). Co-sponsored by the North Star Chapter & Badger Wheels Chapter. Flyer and details at Jim Rock, September 24, Northland Wheels Chapter Meeting.Upper Deck, 6:00 pm. September 26, North Star Chapter Annual Pot Luck Picnic. Annandale, MN. Hosted by Jim & Fern Gieselman. See Page One. October 8, North Star Chapter meeting. NEW LOCATION. Latuff's Restaurant, Hwy 55, Plymouth, MN. 6 PM. Latuff s is about 1\2 mile West of Hwy 169 on Hwy 55. Questions? Call Maynard Lemke at October 11, Annual Drive For Kids. St. Paul to Red Wing cruise. Maynard Lemke, Now North Star Chapter members can register online... go to the Drive For Kids website, then click the North Star Chapter link for the online form! October 22, Northland Wheels Chapter Meeting.Upper Deck, 6:00 pm. November 4, North Star Chapter Meeting. La-Casita Mexican Restaurant, 1925 Perimeter Road, Roseville. December 5, North Star Chapter Christmas Party. Location and details to follow. Jim & Andy Ringquist, December 6, Northland Wheels Chapter Christmas Party. Upper Deck, 1:00 pm. The 2009 Chapter Event Schedule is also at If you, as a North Star Member are involved in another Car Show Event, please advise the Newsletter Guy. To assure your comfort remember to bring your own lawn chairs to outdoor events F I V E

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8 FOR SALE, WANTED AND OTHER NOTICES FOR SALE FOR SALE GT Hawk. White exterior, blue interior. 289 auto. Interior was reupholstered like original $12,000. Gary St. Martin Alexandria (ends Nov 09) FOR SALE Lark 2 dr. HT. 6 cyl. auto. Runs great. Salmon exterior, NEW tan interior. Chrome wheels and original wheels and hub caps. $7500. Jim Gieselman (ends Nov 09) FOR SALE Studebaker GT Hawk, V8, at, pb, Ermine white with new tan interior. Very good condition. Selling due to poor health. Paul Palmer, Milaca, MN (ends Oct 09) FOR SALE Lark VIII 4-Door Wagon. Good North Dakota car without the usual Minnesota rust. 259 V8, 3-spd OD, new brakes, windlace, and headliner. $3200/obo. Also considering selling a 1965 Daytona Wagonaire. Pictures on request. Nick Hanson, nohanson@gmail.com, (507) (ends Sept 09) FOR SALE cylinder engine and 4-speed manual trans. 20,000 original miles. $400. Gary Dahl. Cloquet, MN (ends Sept 09) FOR SALE Champion 2 Door Hardtop. California car, red over white, driver side floor panel rusted, body in decent shape, motor frozen, $7500. Vincent Nordstrom, Willmar, MN or , cell. (ends Sept 09) FOR SALE - Studebaker R-Series Trucks Sheet metal, body & mechanical parts. Most sheet metal has rust and needs usual renovation, but overall good to rehab condition. Some complete trucks. I will ship smaller parts USPS. I am in Forest Lake, Minnesota. If you , let me know where you are located. Henry, , gudim1945@isd.net (ends Dec 09) Wanted WANTED Studebaker Dictator parts. 4 outside door handles, taillights and a headlight base for the left side stablelight. Scott (ends Dec 09) WANTED - Looking for T-85/OD transmission parts. Would consider buying complete or core transmissions. These transmissions were used in cars (Golden Hawk, Supercharged sedans, etc). Call or if you have anything. Brian Larson , brian.erin@gmail.com (ends Dec 09) Got Stude stuff to sell or you want Tell the Members! bob@stude-becker.com North Star Wheel Newsletter c/o Bob Stude, Editor 3263 Lake Elmo Avenue North Lake Elmo, MN For Sale & Wanted Notices will be printed for three (3) consecutive issues. Continuation requests must be initiated by the advertiser before subsequent Newsletter publication deadlines. s preferred to bob@stude-becker.com or US mail notices to Newsletter. Ads must be received by Newsletter submission deadline which is the 10th of the month. Be sure to detail your descriptions: For Sale or Wanted, year, model, body type, etc. The North Star Wheel is the newsletter of the North Star and North Land Wheels Chapters of the Studebaker Drivers Club, Inc. s preferred to: bob@stude-becker.com ISSUE DEADLINE MAILING DATE± JAN/FEB Jan 1st Jan 10th MAR/APR Mar 1st Mar 10th MAY Apr 10th Apr 20th JUN May 10th May 20th JUL Jun 10th Jun 20th AUG Jul 10th Jul 20th SEP Aug 10th Aug 20th OCT Sep 10th Sep 20th NOV/DEC Nov 1st Nov 10th E I G H T

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