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March 2013 Photos of founding TCMG member Frank Mason and his

For more photos see page 6 The Midget Chassis David Edgar,

What s Inside Presidents Message............................... 3 February TCMG Meeting.

..................... 6 New Guild Members & Dues Are Due.

............................. 9 Lame Duk Kup Event Report.

1 March 2013 Photos of founding TCMG member Frank Mason and his unique TC with a square theme. For more photos see page 6 The Midget Chassis David Edgar, Editor 1454 Chase Terrace El Cajon, CA First Class Mail What s Inside Presidents Message February TCMG Meeting New TCMG Website Features New Guild Members & Dues Are Due T-Type Tool Tips March TCMG Tour Lame Duk Kup Event Report January Meeting Minutes

President s Message We all know that planning an outdoor event during the So Cal rainy season can be risky. For driving events foul weather is of no concern, for the TC affords all weather protection.

Earlier this week the forecast for Saturday (game day) was for scattered showers in the AM. Could the Lame Duk be rained out?

But wait, it is now Friday and the latest forecast is for a sunny Saturday. Crisis averted. The bullet missed us again.

.. Gorden The MIDGET CHASSIS March 2013 Published in Southern California by the TC Motoring Guild PO Box Number 3452 Van Nuys, CA 91407 The Classic Chassis is published semi-annually and The Midget

All contributions: articles, letters, advertisements, and captioned photos for the next issue should be sent to: The Classic Chassis c/o David Edgar, 1454 Chase Terrace El Cajon, CA 92020 email:

2 President s Message We all know that planning an outdoor event during the So Cal rainy season can be risky. For driving events foul weather is of no concern, for the TC affords all weather protection. However, a bunch of adults and a few grandkids out in the open, playing rubber ducky games are at greater risk. Earlier this week the forecast for Saturday (game day) was for scattered showers in the AM. Could the Lame Duk be rained out? Worthy leader, Gene Olson would proclaim the games must go on at all costs. On the other hand, how many cases of pneumonia can we tolerate. But wait, it is now Friday and the latest forecast is for a sunny Saturday. Crisis averted. The bullet missed us again. Do you think our MG cousins in New England would sympathise with our stress over this severe weather condition? Ciao... Gorden The MIDGET CHASSIS March 2013 Published in Southern California by the TC Motoring Guild PO Box Number 3452 Van Nuys, CA The Classic Chassis is published semi-annually and The Midget Chassis fills in on the remaining months. All contributions: articles, letters, advertisements, and captioned photos for the next issue should be sent to: The Classic Chassis c/o David Edgar, 1454 Chase Terrace El Cajon, CA djedgar@pacbell.net TCMG Executive Council 2013 President Gorden Bundy gdbundy@aol.com Vice Pres. Ron Simon simon90248@yahoo.com Secretary David & Lucy McCanne Darodoll@aol.com Treas/Memb David Edgar djedgar@pacbell.net Director Gene Olson olson_g@msn.com Events/Web/Dir. Steve Simmons.. (see directory) mail@mgnuts.com Ex Officio David Mathison David.Mathison@lmu.edu Programs Ron Simon, David Edgar, and Gordon Glass Editor David Edgar djedgar@pacbell.net Asst-Editor Jim Crandall crandallonline@yahoo.com Historian Don McLish dmclish1@hotmail.com Regalia Linda Simmons. (see directory) linda@mgnuts.com Raffle Chair George Kershaw gwkershaw@gmail.com Sunshine Chair Bobbie Simon simonbobbie@yahoo.com TCMG TOUR REAGAN LIBRARY WITH SPECIAL WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES ON DISPLAY MARCH 2 See page 9 for details Cartoon by TCMG member Brian Sonner

Here is TCMG member, Larry Long in his TC. They have been on various Moss ads and publications. Moss has also used Larry and his TD. www.mossmotors.

Look through various Moss literature and their website and see if you can identify more.

Moss Motors makes these images available to use on your computer desk top at no chaarge. Search: Moss Motors Wallpaper to locate.

Tuesday, Feb 26 th Our February Meeting 8:00 PM Hobby Night TCMG Meeting held at: Citibank Community Room 2350 Honolulu Ave, Montrose GPS

So what else do our fellow TCMGers do when they are not caring for their TCs? We all have many other hobbies or interests that are very interesting.

and the list goes on and on. Come and share your hobby, and learn about others.

GEORGE S RAFFLE RANTICS For 2013, we will be adding a little different slant to our Monthly Raffle that George Kershaw has taken charge with the

Each Month there will be an assortment of TC or MG related items along with a couple of General Interest Prizes. 3.

3 Here is TCMG member, Larry Long in his TC. They have been on various Moss ads and publications. Moss has also used Larry and his TD Moss Motors has a vast collection of photos on file for different uses. Seems our TCMG members and their cars are among them. Look through various Moss literature and their website and see if you can identify more. Above L&R are photos of TCMG members Steve & Linda Simmons in the RHD MGBGT and MGA respectively. Moss Motors makes these images available to use on your computer desk top at no chaarge. Search: Moss Motors Wallpaper to locate. To the left is the TC that belongs to former TCMG member Chis Nowlan. This was on the Moss ad in our newsletter last year. Tuesday, Feb 26 th Our February Meeting 8:00 PM Hobby Night TCMG Meeting held at: Citibank Community Room 2350 Honolulu Ave, Montrose GPS coordinates: N W Meeting room entrance is at the rear of the bank downstairs. So what else do our fellow TCMGers do when they are not caring for their TCs? We all have many other hobbies or interests that are very interesting. In the past we have had members share things like bonsai, jewelry making, various collections, piano playing, unicycles, fencing, banjos, painting, and the list goes on and on. Come and share your hobby, and learn about others. Many thanks to Citibank for providing the meeting room in 2013 at no cost. GEORGE S RAFFLE RANTICS For 2013, we will be adding a little different slant to our Monthly Raffle that George Kershaw has taken charge with the goal of adding to the meeting fun. 1. Tickets will now be 5 for $5.00 and, for the High Rollers, 12 for $ 10.00!! 2. Each Month there will be an assortment of TC or MG related items along with a couple of General Interest Prizes. 3. To add additional incentive to attending the Meetings, and the Holiday Party, there will be a drawing for a nice new crisp $ Bill!! This could be a Free Evening for you and your Spouse/Date. Each month, kindly write your name or initials ( And if you are a Ron, Dave, etc. your Last Name initial ) on the Ticket portion of the two piece Ducats. George will keep them each month and bring to the HP for the BIG DRAWING! Winner most be present at the Holiday Party. So, come on out Feb Hobby Night --and Lets Get The Raffle of to a Bodacious Start!! 5

New TCMG Website Features Steve has been adding some interesting new things to our TCMG website

club history and more. Be sure to check it out at: www.tcmotoringguild.

instrumental in helping form our club. Our most coveted TCMG award is named in his honor.

As you can see, Frank had an obsession with the square shape so added a number of square designs

She also had saved the radiator ornament and recently donated it to our club.

Welcome to Our Newest TCMG Member Welcome Please add this newest member to your directories

Canyon Road Arroyo Grande, CA 93401 805-544-0332 (h) 805-801-4314 (c) Jason@xks.

He has been in the British car business for 40 years. TCMG DUES Dues are $26.

00 Please make checks out to TCMG, and mail to: David Edgar TCMG Treasurer/Membership 1454 Chase

4 New TCMG Website Features Steve has been adding some interesting new things to our TCMG website such as some photo history of our club badge, a revamped regalia page, some event videos, added club history and more. Be sure to check it out at: Frank Mason Founding TCMG Member Frank Mason was one of our founding TCMG members and instrumental in helping form our club. Our most coveted TCMG award is named in his honor. His daughter Bobbie dine Rodda sent some photos of him and the TC to share with us. As you can see, Frank had an obsession with the square shape so added a number of square designs to his TC to make it distinctive. She also had saved the radiator ornament and recently donated it to our club. We will have to come up with something interesting to show off this bit of history. Any ideas? Welcome to Our Newest TCMG Member Welcome Please add this newest member to your directories (note new directories coming out in April) Charles & Susan Roehrl 626 Mohawk Drive Erie, PA chazfritz@aol.com 1949 TC 9972EXU XPAG10330 RedTan TC purchased on October 15, 2012 from TCMG member David Wnstead of Essex, CT. Charles previouisly had a TC for 22 years and also a 73 MGB GT Jason & Bonnie Len 1771 Corbett Canyon Road Arroyo Grande, CA (h) (c) Jason@xks.com TC info to come Jason did an extensive restoration on this TC and the TC was pictured in Doug Pelton s tech article last issue. Jason owns XKS in San Luis Obispo which is a Jaguar parts, service and restoration business. He has been in the British car business for 40 years. TCMG DUES Dues are $26.00 for those in the to Zip Codes. For those living more distant, $22.00 Please make checks out to TCMG, and mail to: David Edgar TCMG Treasurer/Membership 1454 Chase Terrace El Cajon, CA Send a note if there are any changes from what is in the 2012 TCMG Directory. Time to renew Thanks to those that have already renewed or said dues are on the way. Still waiting for the following. Ashdown Bailey Campbell Cowan debruyn Eicher Ellis Gardner Gaw Glass Haile Hall Hawkins Hoak Kosters Kramer Loe Long Lutz Marino Messer Page Reid Risser Shapiro Shempp Smith, Bob Sopkin Stephenson Stewart Sullivan Tipton Uniack Weiss Williams, John Wimer Winstead Wong Yett

T-Type Tool Tip What is the best way to remove a stud from an engine block or other?

It looks like a socket but inside the stud socket there are 3 knurled rollers that grip the stud. This is done via a cam mechanism that tightens the rollers when the socket is rotated.

Note - Just one of the few items Doug does not carry (yet anyway) but these are easily available on the net.

Saturday, March 2 Charlotte Clark Mickey Mouse plush doll TC Motoring Guild Tour TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES at the Reagan Library At 12,000 square feet, this is the largest exhibition

From Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and Mickey Mouse to Captain Jack Sparrow and Captain America, the exhibition features more than 500 artifacts from nearly nine decades of Disney history over 50% of

Meet for breakfast: 8AM Corner Bakery in The Commons 4776 Commons Way Calabasas, CA 91302 Depart Calabasas at 9AM 45-minute drive along mostly side roads or Meet at the library at 10AM Reagan

5 T-Type Tool Tip What is the best way to remove a stud from an engine block or other? It seems that the tool of choice is channel locks, vice grips, pliers, or pipe wrench but these all damage the threads and leave nasty gouges. There is a special tool for stud removal. It looks like a socket but inside the stud socket there are 3 knurled rollers that grip the stud. This is done via a cam mechanism that tightens the rollers when the socket is rotated. Save yourself time and aggravation by using the right tool for the right job. Doug Pelton doug@fromtheframeup.com Ed. Note - Just one of the few items Doug does not carry (yet anyway) but these are easily available on the net. These look better than the off-set wheel removers I have tried before or even using the double nut method. As Doug said, use the right tool for the right job. Saturday, March 2 Charlotte Clark Mickey Mouse plush doll TC Motoring Guild Tour TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES at the Reagan Library At 12,000 square feet, this is the largest exhibition ever curated by the Walt Disney Archives and the largest temporary exhibit ever housed at the Reagan Library. From Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and Mickey Mouse to Captain Jack Sparrow and Captain America, the exhibition features more than 500 artifacts from nearly nine decades of Disney history over 50% of which have never been seen by the public including models, props, costumes, set pieces and artwork from throughout Disney history. Meet for breakfast: 8AM Corner Bakery in The Commons 4776 Commons Way Calabasas, CA Depart Calabasas at 9AM 45-minute drive along mostly side roads or Meet at the library at 10AM Reagan Presidential Library 40 Presidential Drive Simi Valley, California We plan on a 10:30 archive entry. You may purchase your tickets early through reaganfoundation.org/tickets.aspx or call for the 10:30 tour time or purchase at the door. General Admission: $21.00 Senior Admission (62+): $18.00 Youth Admission (11-17): $15.00 Child Admission (3-10): $6.00 GuideCam Rental: $7.00 Special parking for those who drive their TCs! Please RSVP to Steve Simmons. Food available there for purchase or bring a picnic to lunch as a group on the site. Nautilus shooting miniature Mary Poppins costume worn my Julie Andrews Maleficent dragon head from Fantasmic

(Simons and Mathison) who seemed to have

Trophy was awarded to Joyce Edgar as the

org to register on-line or for a mail in

6 Annual TCMG Lame Duk Kup Event David Mathison s granddaughter loves the TC The annual Duk Kup event was blessed with clear weather, although on the cool side. Four TCs were present. We all had fun decorating, racing, flying and floating our Duks. We had three grandchildren at the event (Simons and Mathison) who seemed to have loads of fun as well. After all the competitions we made the short trip to the Robin Hood British Pub where we enjoyed lunch in a room to ourselves and where the coveted Duk Kup Trophy was awarded to Joyce Edgar as the overall points winner. Linda made sure we did not go hungry or not have our chocolate fix. Lunch after the Duk competitions and where Joyce received the coveted Duk Trophy. GoF West in Carefree, AZ October 28 - November 1, 2013 held at the Carefree Resort & Conference Center Mule Train Road Resort reservations should be done direct with resort but use the link on the GoFWest site or on the registration form to get the special GoF West rates. Registration $50 before July 1 $60 after July 1. In Spirit $25 To register, visit GoFWest.org to register on-line or for a mail in form. Thanks to our event leaders Gene & Karen Olson. And cudos to Olsons, Simmons, Mathisons & Wescotts for driving their TCs. Note: I have 12 positive ground units left and 3 negative ground units left... and after these are gone, I doubt I will make more. If anyone wants to take over this enterprise, we can talk. Terry in Oakland, CA

January 22 TCMG Meeting Minutes The January Meeting was opened by this year s president, Mr. Gorden Bundy.

Malcolm Kirby who is an avid race car driver. He made acquaintances and hope he will visit us again.

Congratulations to the TC gentlemen for winning this year s TC Jeopardy Game hosted by Gene Olson and his wife Karen. Not to forget the TC ladies won last year.

Joyce Edgar and Lucy McCanne, coordinated the event, President Dave Mathison carried on the program.

Annabel Goldstein donated lots of books from her late husband Bob, and other items brought by others are very much appreciated.

(criteria on website) Congratulations Steve and Linda. New Business Items: The budget for 2013 prepared by David and Joyce Edgar was approved and posted on the wall.

A reminder for members to pay their 2013 membership is due. The one free membership raffled this year was won by Dave and Lucy McCanne.

Also, Joe made a phone call to Bob Wilmer. The Wilmer s are doing fine and like to hear from the club members. Linda Simmons in charge of regalia, suggested a new item.

David Edgar suggested pamphlets that our TClinics (which are a very low selling item be given out for free. Pete Thelander suggested putting them on a CD as new item in regalia.

7 January 22 TCMG Meeting Minutes The January Meeting was opened by this year s president, Mr. Gorden Bundy. He thanked last year s officers and David Mathison for a good year of TC activities and welcomed everyone who attended. Pete Thelander introduced his guest from Scotland, Mr. Malcolm Kirby who is an avid race car driver. He made acquaintances and hope he will visit us again. Our appreciation and thanks to Karen Olson and Linda Simmons for the delicious array of food and refreshments. An appetizing and energizing way to start the new year. Congratulations to the TC gentlemen for winning this year s TC Jeopardy Game hosted by Gene Olson and his wife Karen. Not to forget the TC ladies won last year. Old Business items: Gorden Bundy mentioned the Annual 2012 Holiday Party at the Sportsman s Lodge. It was attended by 55 people. Joyce Edgar and Lucy McCanne, coordinated the event, President Dave Mathison carried on the program. Steve Simmons gave an interesting talk on events of the year and Art Ludwick s hard work and good humor as our TC Auctioneer was enjoyed by all. Annabel Goldstein donated lots of books from her late husband Bob, and other items brought by others are very much appreciated. A big thank you to all who attended and helped in making the event a success. The Earl Sargent Award was given to Steve Simmons for acquiring the most points by driving his TC to all the TC events. (criteria on website) Congratulations Steve and Linda. New Business Items: The budget for 2013 prepared by David and Joyce Edgar was approved and posted on the wall. The budget for raffle this year is $300 from last year s $200. George Kershaw is in charge of the raffle committee. George had interesting items raffled away in the meeting. A reminder for members to pay their 2013 membership is due. The one free membership raffled this year was won by Dave and Lucy McCanne. Joe Douglass who is the key master since 1959 is asking for a volunteer that will take over key responsibility. Our appreciation and thanks to Joe for 55 yrs. of opening the door for our meetings. Also, Joe made a phone call to Bob Wilmer. The Wilmer s are doing fine and like to hear from the club members. Linda Simmons in charge of regalia, suggested a new item. A black scarf with the TC emblem. Gorden wants her to research the cost of merchandising, Also Joyce Edgar suggested long and short sleeve tees. David Edgar suggested pamphlets that our TClinics (which are a very low selling item be given out for free. Pete Thelander suggested putting them on a CD as new item in regalia. Gene Olson, is coordinating the Lame Duk Kup Event on February 9th, Saturday at the Wildlife Reserve in Sepulveda Basin, 6350 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys. Guild members visit with each other before, and after meeting. Invite your grand children and family to attend. Rubber ducks were given during the meeting to take home and elaborately dress. Last year s ducks can be used as well. It was suggested that Robinhood British Pub will be our lunch venue. Gene handed out event instructions and will send s and flyers for RSVP from attendees. We are looking forward to more attendees this year. Ron Simon said our program for February would be Hobby Night. March and April are open for suggestions, May is bring another car day, June or July will be at the Henkels. He wants suggestions from members to the program. Gorden Bundy suggested Brian Wescott, Gene s son can be a guest to talk about his project on Indian/Alaskan research. He is also looking into June 14th to the 16th as a TC outing at Fallbrook. It will include a visit to Vista Antique Tractor Museum and other activities. More info coming on this one. Steve Simmons will research on the Conclave and will provide more information of the GOF2013 that will be held at Carefree Arizona in late October. He will be getting more information from George Kershaw. Submitted by TCMG Secretary Lucy McCanne Lots of goodies to go along with the visiting. Thanks Linda and Karen. George Kershaw sells tickets to the new Raffle Rantics. Lots of great prizes were there for winners. Gene Olson tested our MG, British and Guild history in a game of Jeopardy.

Binford s TC For Sale 1948 TC 6973 XPAG 7797 Pewter / Red A lovely old girl that still gives a run for our money when we do get her out for a short jaunt.

She was completely restored in 1980 by Glen Binford and friends (:->) She has always been garaged and covered and comes complete with Whitworth tools, luggage rack, leather suitcase and antique

com Thank you, Pamela Binford-Grudin Club Regalia TCMG Car Badge A.................. $30 ($35 if mailed) members only TCMG Car Vintage Badge B......... $25 ($30 if mailed) members only TCMG Cloth Patch.

8 Binford s TC For Sale 1948 TC 6973 XPAG 7797 Pewter / Red A lovely old girl that still gives a run for our money when we do get her out for a short jaunt. We would love to find a loving, driving home for her and hope you will share this news with interested parties. She was completely restored in 1980 by Glen Binford and friends (:->) She has always been garaged and covered and comes complete with Whitworth tools, luggage rack, leather suitcase and antique picnic box (also leather) with implements. For additional information or to strike up a conversation, call me at or me at pamg4@wavecable.com Thank you, Pamela Binford-Grudin Club Regalia TCMG Car Badge A $30 ($35 if mailed) members only TCMG Car Vintage Badge B $25 ($30 if mailed) members only TCMG Cloth Patch $5 ($6.50 if mailed) members only TCMG Lapel Pin $3 ($5 if mailed) members only TCMG Lapel Vintage Pin $3 ($5 if mailed) members only MG TC Pin & MG Car Club Pin (inquire) MGTC Specifications -What is and what isn t stock on the MG-TC? A must for restorers $3 members, $5 non-members, Postage $2 MG TC Color Specs $2 members, $3 non-members, Postage $2 A REGALIA CHAIR Linda Simmons linda@mgnuts.com Prices beyond our control subject to change U.S. postage is quoted in prices (international postage is extra) B facebook.com/jctaylorinsurance J.C. Taylor Antique Automobile Insurance 320 South 69th Street Upper Darby, Pennsylvania

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October 2015 What s Inside First Class Mail October 2015 70 Year Year Anniversay of the MGTC The Midget Chassis David Edgar, Editor 1454 Chase Terrace El Cajon, CA 92020 First Class Mail The first TC to roll off the MG factory line was on September