Happy Birthday Sue Ernst Rosalie Novosel Dennis Thorn Judy Rezendes Dennis Doane

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1 Club Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at Strikes 5681 Lone Tree Blvd Rocklin. Everyone is welcome Rods & Relics of Lincoln Hills, P. O. Box 93, Lincoln, CA Volume 4 Issue 12 December 2011 It s that time of year ready or not to be sure our vehicles are prepared for the cold weather ahead! Get ready to hook up your battery tender, check your anti-freeze levels, add Sta-bil (a fuel stabilizer) to the gas tank, and if we have a few sunny days, you can take your vehicle for a ride! Planning has been completed for your Christmas Party on Saturday, December 3 at 5:30 p.m. Those of you who are joining us will experience a relaxing, fun evening with a few pleasant surprises! Alan Taylor and Sue Ernst, along with Walt Ernst, Donna Taylor, Karen Funk, and Elna Ragan have been working to ensure a successful get-together. Remember to bring an unwrapped $20 toy for Toys 4 Tots! FROM THE PRESIDENT Nominations for your Board of Directors for 2012 are due January 19. You can selfnominate or nominate someone else with their approval. Voting will be held at the February 16 General Business Meeting. The results will be announced at the March 15 General Business Meeting. There are three two-year positions open: President, Vice President, and Secretary. There is one, one-year position open: Member-at-Large. The Club needs your expertise and experience to guide the Club to continued success. Contact me at for further information and/or to advise me of your candidacy or other nomination(s). I extend a Happy Holidays to all and best wishes for a great New Year! Cheers Rich Ragan CLUB PURPOSE The purpose of the Club shall be to perpetuate the interest in all collector vehicles, encourage and facilitate the camaraderie of group touring and outings, including attending car shows together, sharing information about upcoming car events, sponsoring Club events, and sharing in the fun and fellowship of our collector car hobby. THE FOUR STAGES OF LIFE 1. You believe in Santa Claus. 2. You don t believe in Santa Claus. 3. You are Santa Claus. 4. You look like Santa Claus. CLUB OFFICERS Rich Ragan-President Ray Geiger-Vice President Craig Kirkpatrick-Treasurer Julie McVey-Secretary George Funk-Membership Alan Taylor-Activity Director Kent Parsell-Member-At-Large Happy Birthday Sue Ernst Rosalie Novosel Dennis Thorn Judy Rezendes Dennis Doane INSIDE THIS ISSUE: IN THE HEADLIGHTS 2 MINUTES OF NOV MTG 3/4 CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS 5

2 2 CAUGHT IN THE HEADLIGHTS GETTING TO KNOW ED BRANCO I was born, raised and went to school in Merced, CA. A friend said I was born in that one horse town and never had enough money to buy a horse to get out of it! My first car was a 1946 Chevy, I paid $300 for it and later traded it in for $200. My interest in cars started when I was 8 years old and drove my brothers 1940 Buick into a ditch with the front right wheel, which caused the left rear coil spring to uncoil A LOT. I had three older brothers that brought their new cars when they came home for the holidays and other times of the year. They made me a deal that they would let me drive their cars around the yard if I would wash their cars. Their cars were a 1948 Chevy Aero sedan, a window pick -up, a 1950 Chevy Fleetline, a 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88, a 1950 Dodge Cornet, a 1952 Pontiac Chieftain, a 1953 Buick Special, a 1953 Chevy Coupe and a 1955 Oldsmobile Super 88. I began to phase out my non-profit car wash business when I got my first car in I graduated in 1955 and went to work in the building construction trade and I also started raising cattle at that time. I continued with both until I retired in The last 35 years I worked as an estimator and project manager throughout the valley and bay area. I wore out a lot of cars and trucks. When I retired I still had a 1943 Military Jeep, a 1949 Dodge 5 window pickup, a 1956 GMC 2 ton truck with 18 foot cattle racks, a 1960 Chevy Impala, 4 door hardtop, a 1968 Dodge 1/2 ton pickup, a 1972 Chevy Impala 4 dr, a 1974 Buick Electra 4 dr ht, a 1982 Chevy Caprice Classic 4 dr, a 1983 Olds Regency, 2 dr, a 1983 Olds Regency Brougham 4 dr, a 1986 Chevy 1 ton truck, a 2004 GMC 2500 pickup and a 2006 Chevy Avalanche. I met my wife, Lee, in 1961 at a dance and we married in We bought some land in the country near Merced where we could have cattle and horses. I liked to ride horses, but Lee never liked horseback riding. She liked taking care of the calves that were born each year on the ranch. Now we both like the groups we have joined in Lincoln Hills, Bocce Ball, Bunco, Ballroom Dancing and the Portuguese Club. Lee has a ladies luncheon group and plays Bingo. She is also a mail box captain with the neighborhood Watch. We moved to this area in 2008 to be closer to our daughter, Denise, who lives in Roseville. Denise has always been a big help to us. She is our daughter, cowgirl, horsewoman and sometimes she s had to be our son. My favorite car must be my 1960 Chevy Impala, I bought it new and still have it. I like being a member of the Rods & Relics Club because of the camaraderie. We have met a lot of good people in the club. Ed & Lee Branco

3 3 RODS & RELICS CAR CLUB OF LINCOLN HILLS GENERAL BUSINESS MEETING NOVEMBER 17, 2011 President Rich Ragan opened the meeting welcoming all who came to what promises to be a full agenda. He then called for the Secretary s report. Membership-Kent Parsell for George Funk C.T. Gargis was reintroduced to the club and asked to tell us about himself and his car. CT gave lots of info about his car, he has a 1967 Chevelle with a 327 and auto transmission of show quality that is blue and has had an offbody restoration. The club then voted and approved CT s membership. Secretary Julie McVey asked the members if they had any changes, additions or deletions to the minutes of the October meeting. No hands were raised so Elna Ragan made a motion to approve the minutes and Judi Fibush 2 nd the motion and all approved. Treasurer Craig Kirkpatrick stated that we began the month with a balance of $ , and received revenue of $76 from Sales. Expenses of $248 for ACCC dues for an ending with a balance on 11/15/11 of $ Our year to date beginning balance was $ plus revenue of $ and expenses of $ for an ending balance on of $ We also have assets (hats, t-shirts, club plaques, etc.) of $ A motion to approve was made by Tom Kirkbride and 2 nd by Bob Pretel, all approved. Judy Rezendes asked that Craig scan & send to all members a copy of the Treasurer s report but Craig replied that it was in the Newsletter and his books were always open. Activity Director Alan Taylor The Christmas Party is coming along nicely. Alan is bringing a big really big bottle of wine he won at the Meridians, to share. Music is planned as well as games and a scrumptious dinner. Be sure to bring a toy for the Marines to distribute to children who need a little joy at Christmas. Invitations were sent out to everyone, those wishing to attend need to send in your check by November 23 rd to Donna Taylor. Alan read over the continuing Events and elaborated on the Sacramento Autorama Club House Room, February at Cal Expo. A minimum of four entries per club is required. There will be Awards for the best Club Display. Go on the Web to Sacramento Autorama for additional information. It would also be a good opportunity to pass out Registration Forms for the 2012 annual Car Show. Craig described how the experience was for him. Call or Alan if you are interested in going. Car Show Co-Chairman Alan Taylor told the members that plans are coming along for the 2012 Car Show. George Funk has volunteered to be the Chairman of the Vendors. Publicity will be done by Ray Geiger, David Fibush and Elna Ragan. Judi Fibush will handle all Pre-Registration and Kent Parsell will handle all Registration on the day of the show. Ed McVey will order the trophies and T Shirts. Gene Record will be selling the shirts on the day of the show and will need sales people, so contact him if you are able to help. Ray Blasquez will be the Chairman of the Parking Committee and will also need members to help. The Sponsor Committee Chairman is Alan Taylor. He has divided up the many facets of sponsorship to Walt Ernst, Ray Geiger, Dennis Malone and Kent Parsell. The Chairman seat for Judging is empty at present. Tom Kirkbride is the Chairman of Photography and has Dave Goebel and Dennis Doane for a committee. Clean-Up Committee is everyone!! This is a Membership Team Event and you will have lots of fun TRUST ME! OLD BUSINESS Dan Larsen, Club wearing Apparel, has been working on a new order of Club apparel. He keeps us looking good! The last order for this year will go out on November 18. New orders will be taken in the spring of 2012 Incorporation- Ray Geiger took over for George on this one. The basic paperwork has been done and initial payment made. The new Mission Statement and By-laws needed to accompany this will be completed tonight. Continued on next page

4 4 VOLUME 4, ISSUE 2 Board Openings-New Positions Open: Rich Ragan, Ray Geiger, Julie McVey & Kent Parsell all verified they will be vacating their present position. The specific positions that are open include: the President, Vice President, and Secretary. These are for a two-year term. The Member-at-Large position is a one year term. The new officers will take over on April 1. You may nominate yourself or someone else, with their approval. Descriptions of typical duties for each position can be found in the new Operating Rules. Rich Ragan will take nominations until January 19 th when he will make up the ballots for the February meeting when we vote. The March meeting is when the new officers are announced and installed. Charities to be recipients of Car Show profits: All six nominees had their merits restated and debated and were finally voted on. The Gathering Inn, Ride to Walk and the SPCA were selected by a majority. They will be notified next week. DECEMBER DATES TO REMEMBER Breakfast at the Waffle Farm has become a regular tradition for many member families. Everyone is welcome to attend, sunny days bring your show ride. Waffle Farm Breakfasts for December are the 6th & 20th. We don t caravan anymore, we meet up at the Waffle Farm, 815 Twelve Bridges Dr. Lincoln at 8:15 AM for a fine breakfast with a bunch of really nice folks who have even better cars and love to talk about them. There is NO General Meeting in December. YOU MIGHT BE A GEARHEAD IF:...Your favorite restaurant has a gas pump in front of it....you have a separate drawer for "garage clothes".... After you tell your wife where'd you'd like to go on your vacation, she answers "Why...is there a car show there?" PAGE 4 The BY-LAWS, which have been discussed since summer, were sent to the membership last week to review. Ray Geiger made a motion to vote on the By-Laws as rewritten. The motion was 2 nd by Red Taylor. Walt Ernst asked how many have read the proposed By-Laws and there was a good showing of hands. A discussion followed which produced a voting show of hands in favor: 35 out of 43 agreed to accept the new By-Laws New Business - None Tom Atkinson made a motion to adjourn which was 2 nd by Tom Kirkbride. Respectfully Submitted, Julie McVey, Secretary MERRY CHRISTMAS From your editor too! DECEMBER ACTIVITIES December 3rd Christmas for Kids toy Run Folsom Home depot 2675 E. Bidwell St 9 AM 2 PM Entry Fee-Bring a new toy Info: OR Wyotech s 4th Annual toy drive 9 AM 1 PM 980 Riverside Pkwy West Sacramento Event held inside the Fab Shop Open to all custom vehicles and Motorcycles Toys to benefit Children s receiving Home of Sacramento And The Rods & Relics Annual Christmas Party at Turkey Creek

5 5 TECH HINTS & TIPS WHAT DO YOU WANT FOR CHRISTMAS? STEVE FOWLER When you were a kid, that was your favorite phrase this time of year. But for a middle-aged (we are going to live to be 120, right?) car guy, picking a gift can be tough. My wife swears I have everything auto-related, often two or three of each, and she s mostly right. In trying to come up with a top ten list, my eyes were opened to other possibilities, so I ll try to just come up with some categories you can share with your loved ones, and spare them the anguish of trying to find that impossible-to buy- for gift. KEEP IT CLEAN- The car, that is. There are many products out there to help in that process- water blades, dusters, chemicals, washing systems (I love my Mr. Clean Auto Dry), you name it, it exists. And we use that stuff up, so resupplying is fair game. PERSONALIZE- We re all proud of our cars. A mug or a T-shirt with a picture of the car is cool, and with a digital camera, a printer, and transfer paper, this can be a do-ityourself project for the giver with more talent than money. You can get customized floor mats, car covers, etc. A model of your favorite car is always cool (who makes a 35 Packard model? Darn!). ELECTRONICS- Lots of cool giszmos out there these days. A Bluetooth unit, a GPS, a satellite radio, or an I- pod or USB-capable stereo could be serious possibilities. It s nice to have tunes to listen to on a long road trip. You are planning some of those, right? Gotta drive em! CLOTHING- Jackets, shirts and hats can be logo ed for your favorite brand, model or group (the club). Also, gloves for winter driving and sunglasses. BTW- saw an interesting that suggested using sunglasses in a driving rainstorm- it makes it possible to see through the falling rain and road spray. SAFETY ITEMS- Several neat things out there. LED road flares; a personal power supply that has a flashlight, can jump start and can run AC stuff; a neat little safety tool that can break glass, cut seat belts, check tire pressure and glows in the dark--- lots of cool stuff. Try sharperimage.com for some cool things. BOOKS AND LITERATURE- A book about your favorite marquee can be cool. One of the coolest I ve found (out of print- got mine on Amazon) is Encyclopedia of American Cars. Tons of interesting facts and info on even the oddball makes I love. A magazine subscription can be a neat gift, also. FINE ART- Every year we get a calendar for the office from Dale Klee (oldcarart.com), and he has many fine prints available for old car people like us. Another website AUTO CLUB MEMBERSHIP- As in AAA or Allstate. In case you qualify for a YUGO award, it s nice to have coverage. TOOL STORAGE- A new toolbox, a garage cabinet system, you can get anything from an organizer pouch for road trip emergency tools to a new garage with a lift and a wide-screen TV (and a fridge for the beer-lovers) Something for every budget. A DAY AT THE TRACK- A driving school or a day at a track like Thunder Hill is an awesome gift, if you can afford it. For most, a bucket-list item. GIFT CERTIFICATES- If you can t figure anything else out, a gift certificate to the favorite auto or tool store is always useful. Merry Christmas don t forget the real reason for the season. And Happy Motoring. SF