North Hills Historic Auto Club February 2010 Visit us at http://clubs.hemmings.com/nhhac Hi Everyone, In this issue: Here we are, winter in Pennsylvania, but it won't be long until it will be tour season. We need some new tour hosts, some new organizers. It's not fair to let the same people do it all the time. Even if you only have an idea for a stop, or a destination, let us know. It doesn't even have to be auto -related ( 87 flavors of ice cream, world's biggest hairball, Aunt Mable's Outhouse Antiques, we don't care). Help the club out. This is a picture of a junkyard in Ohio that has only antique cars and trucks. It will be one of the stops on a tour this season. I'll have more pictures at the next meeting. Hope to see you there. January Minutes 3 Jan Member Profile 4-5 Happenings 8 After- Christmas Party reservation 6 For Sale 11 On the Cover Clip art both of my computers broke in ten days NEXT MEETING February 13 St. Alphonsus Cafeteria 7:00 p.m.
NORTH HILLS HISTORIC AUTO CLUB 2008 OFFICERS President: Jan Smith Vice President: Michael Quinn Treasurer: Jack Swaney 724-625-1442 Secretary: Antoinette Quinn Directors Bob Stauffer Past President Jennie Barker Term 2010 Carol Vivaldi Term 2012 Joe Somerville Term 2013 Rick Kelley Term 2013 Appointive Positions Historian: Ed Sipp Flea Market Chairman: Bill Sheerer Car Show Chairman: Joe Somerville Car Show Prog. Book Joe DiSalvo Newsletter Editor: Mary Jo Phillips 724-898-9661 The North Hills Historic Auto Club was founded in August of 1971. Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month in the school cafeteria of St. Alphonsus Church located on Church Road (Rt. 19 & Rt. 910) in Wexford, unless otherwise noted in the monthly newsletter. The newsletter is published monthly. All articles for publication must be received no later than the 20 th of each month to MJ Phillips 263 Forsythe Rd., Valencia, PA 16059 or nhhacnews@yahoo.com. Any car or club-related news from the membership is greatly appreciated. An application for membership is located on the club website at http://clubs.hemmings.com/nhhac. Application for membership and annual dues should be sent to Jack Swaney P.O. Box 152 Mars, PA 16046-0152. Membership dues are $20.00 per year, payable by the first day of January. Any change of address or any roster changes should be submitted to Pat O Neill, 4077 Branding Place, Allison Park, PA 15101 or pjojlo@msn.com. Frank & Judy Pribanic are the chairpersons of our Get Well and Condolences committee for the members and their immediate families. Please notify them at 100 Cherrington Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or call 412-487-2094 or email at van2001@verizon.net Email Information List If you would like to be included on the email list that informs you of cancellations, member illnesses and similar things that happen between newsletters, send a note to Martha McEvoy marthamcevoy@comcast.net From the Editor: When sending information for the newsletter via email, kindly send information in plain text or as a word document. Refrain from using colored fonts and special effects such as bold fonts as it does not always transfer easily to the newsletter. Thanks! MJ
MINUTES OF THE NHHAC MEETING January 10, 2010 The meeting was called to order by our new President, Jan Smith, and the Pledge of Allegiance recited. Jen Barker motioned that an addition be made to the Minutes of the December13, 2009 indicating that Randy Fusco had resigned from the Board of Directors. Ken Barker seconded. Treasurer Jack Swaney informed the Club that our bank balance as of January 10, 2010 was $8,285.58. Frank Pribanic informed the Club that Marge DePaolis was recuperating and that Jean Smith s mother passed away Saturday, January 10, 2010. Jack and Joyce Bachman were introduced as guests to the meeting, this being their first review for membership. Neither Robert May, Jason Belvedere nor Russell Reiger were present. Kevin Bick was not present for his second review. Steve Illsley said that 32 people were present for the morning brunch. The next Sunday brunch will be held on February 7, 2010 at the Sheraton Four Points in Cranberry. Another brunch will be scheduled for March, 2010. Jan Smith brought up for discussion the duties of the Board of Directors. A discussion was indeed held and the following was proposed in a motion by Steve Illsley: That all matters brought before the Board and considered by the Board would be brought back to the general membership for a final vote. Jackie Sheerer seconded that motion. Jen Barker suggested that we go back to the older By-laws. After a discussion, Clara Dresbach, Jen Barker and Jan Smith volunteered to look the By-laws over and then submit one correct copy for the membership. Jen Barker will serve as the Chairperson of that committee. Pat O Neill indicated that he could use more hobby displays for the After-Christmas Party. The Charity Committee has not yet decided where to send a charitable donation. If you have any suggestions, please call Jackie. Bill Sheerer informed the Club that the Flea Market is Sunday, February 28, 2010 and that Cindy Cook will be doing the refreshments. Jackie Sheerer said that there are 6 couples going to Black Water Falls. Mary Jo Phillips is looking for a new car show registration person. The car show will be held June 6, 2010. Ann Cutuli took over as the new Historian since Ed Sipp stepped down. There being no further business to discuss, Michael Quinn moved to adjourn the meeting. Respectfully submitted, Antoinette S. Quinn, Secretary
Member Profile By: Joe Acker Kim and Paul Zbilut This month I am pleased to interview relatively new members, Paul and Kim Zbilut. Paul has known member Phil Deakin for over 30 years. He was the first person that gave Paul credit in his store to buy parts in those early years. Phil introduced Paul and Kim to the club and they became members at the annual fall picnic at Chuck Glenz home. Paul s interest in antique cars goes back to his high school days. He had so many cars that he fixed up, drove and sold, but the one that he ll never forget was literally given to him in pieces in boxes. His Mom bought a disassembled original 1951 MG TD from a friend for next to nothing. Paul took power mechanics in school and always worked on cars and trucks of all sorts. Since he could not afford to buy a hot car, he built one himself. It took two years of working in his parent s one car garage. He will never forget the day that he tested the wiring harness that he had made himself and was almost shocked, that everything worked! He even remembers what was playing on the radio Benny and the Jets by Elton John. He just had to take it for a spin in the neighborhood. When he drove it to school for the first time, his candy apply red MG TD made everyone s mouth drop. A few years later, he sold it to a guy who bought it for his son. Paul found out later that the kid totaled it the next day. During the summer of 2005, a few of Paul s friends were getting motorcycles and he had his eye on one too. Even though Kim grew up on dirt bikes like Paul did, she quickly directed his attention away from motorcycles and suggested he get a classic car to restore instead. So, Paul s plans for a Harley turned into a muscle car. When Paul finally decided to get a muscle car, Kim asked what he wanted to try to find and Paul said, a 70 s 442 big block, 4-speed, Oldsmobile Convertible. It didn t take long to figure out that this was going to be a real challenge. Paul was the Crew Chief on a dirt track late model and put the word out to his team to keep their eye out for a 442. One of the guys gave him the name of his cousin in Beaver Falls who had cars he wanted to sell that he had brought back from Texas nearly a decade ago. Kim and Paul with their 1971 442 W-30 convertible
1971 Olds 442 W-30 - won 1st place at 2009 Olds Nationals Paul hit the jackpot, as this guy had exactly what he had dreamed of. a 1971 Olds 442 455 4-speed convertible, and to his disbelief, it was a W-30! There were only 32 of these made that were 4-speed. It had been sitting in a warehouse for 10 years and had 500 inches of dust and cat paw prints all over it. The engine compartment was empty when he got it, but was given all the components for this numbers matching car. When they picked up the car, Paul will never forget Kim asking his friend, do you think this car has any potential? Now she won t let Paul even think about parting with it. Within 2 months, Paul had it on the road. He basically rebuilt everything mechanical. He didn t have to do anything to the body as the paint job was so good that he only had to microsand and buff it to get this black beauty to shine. He used the original seat skins but replaced the foam and replaced the carpet. He did all of the work on the car except for the new convertible top and re-chromed bumpers. In the spring of 2008, after Paul built a large garage at his home, he decided to see if he could purchase another Olds that the same guy had in the warehouse in Beaver Falls. Sure enough, he still had it a 1970 Rallye 350. Since this car was only made for one year, Paul knew this was a rare car also. It was in excellent shape and is numbers matching. It came with lots of documentation including the original invoice. It didn t take long for Kim to get the bug also. She spotted a 1983 Camaro Z-28 with T-tops that she just had to have. It is a fun car to drive and is a modified classic with an automatic V-8. Paul just acquired a 1927 Model T Ford body that he is going to turn into a nostalgic 50 s street rod. This space for rent 1983 Camaro Z-28 with T-Tops - for sale
When asked what Paul likes most about the hobby, he said loves to restore cars, as it is challenging and very rewarding. In particular, he likes rare and unique muscle cars and has always liked Oldsmobiles. He said they also enjoy going to car cruises and taking drives. It is a wonderful hobby 1970 Olds Rallye 350 - won 2nd place at 2009 Olds Nationals - for sale that both he and Kim enjoy together. When they went to their first Olds show with the 442, they had no sooner parked at the show and started to detail it, when a couple came over and said they wanted to buy the car. They had followed Paul from Springdale all the way to Vandergift. They tried their best for the last 3 years to change Paul s minds by showing up at different shows. Paul further added they don t want to be one of the many who regret selling their car. This is his once in a lifetime treasure. They have fun when Paul drives the Olds 442 and Kim drives the Rallye 350. The best comment that they got was at a traffic light, someone was making the turn in front of them and yelled out the window, now that s what I m talkin about! Paul said they look forward to being members of the NHHAC and making new friends. And a foot note to the story, the 1971 442 took first place and the 1970 Rallye 350 took second place at the Oldsmobile Nationals in 2009. Just a few more parts and Paul will have this one on the road!
Thank You I would like to thank the car club and all of the members for the sympathy, prayers and card in the sad time of losing my wife Lucille. Lloyd C. Johnston In Remembrance Edna Lantz Mother of Jeanene Smith ATTENTION NEW MEMBERS! You must have your own auto insurance and provide proof of such insurance before you go on any club trips. Just see me at a club meeting. You can t miss me. Stephen Illsley This space for rent
MARK YOU CALENDAR! BRUNCH Destination: Sheraton Four Points Cranberry Township Going north it s just past the PA turnpike exit 39 Date: Sunday, February 7, 2010 Time: Menu: Host: 10:00 a.m. Buffet Stephen Illsley R.S.V.P.: home 724-625-1372 cell 724-553-8386 MEN S BREAKFAST Destination: Date: Time: Host: Perkin s Cranberry Township last Friday of February, March and April 8:30 a.m. Stephen Illsley R.S.V.P.: home 724-625-1372 cell 724-553-8386
WE NEED YOU! Annual Indoor Flea Market Sunday, February 28, 2010 Krebs Dodge Gibsonia, PA 8 am 1 pm Meeting at McDonald s by Krebs at 5 am for breakfast 6 a.m. at Krebs to help vendors unload Members needed to help in kitchen Call Cindy Cook 412-486-4538 or just show up 2 wheeled dollies needed and people Call Bill Sheerer with any questions 412-367-3138 Why did you join the club if you aren t going to join in the fun? This space for rent
Winter Get-A-Way March 19-21, 2010 Blackwater Falls State Park West Virginia Please call Jackie Sheerer 412-367-3138 after making your reservations http://www.blackwaterfalls.com 1-800-CALL-WVA 304-259-5216 20 rooms reserved, all rooms non-smoking $72 + tax includes the 10% group discount Amenities include swimming pool, hot tub, game room, restaurant and private hospitality room HOBBY TIME! Hobby displays are needed for the After-Christmas party Please contact Pat O Neill 412-487-8512 pjojlo@msn.com
HELP FUEL THE ECONOMY AND BUY A CAR OR CAR PART! FOR SALE: 1967 Dodge Charger $5000 many new parts Call Arthur Bowen for details 412-855-1511 FOR SALE: 1966 Mustang convertible, blue with white top 6 cylinder automatic asking $13,500 Contact Bob at 724-339-8844 FOR SALE: 1973 Red Mercedes Benz 450SL, hard and soft top (replaced 1998), 84,000 miles, $13,000. or best offer. Call 412-366-5157. FOR SALE: Riley two port overhead valve head for Model A or B engine It will double the h.p. of your engine. Includes all parts needed and instruction book. $2000.00 Call Bud Lawton 724-935-4160 or 724-312-6662 FOR SALE: 1950 Chevy fastback metal rear fenders Purchased from GM in 1965. $1200.00 for the pair Call Bob Goetz 724-452-8600 FOR SALE: 1967 F-100 $11,800 Only driven once a week to a cruise by a not-quite-yet old lady Includes free storage until June 2010! Air conditioning, p/s, p/b, sliding rear window, AM/FM cassette, 89 Mustang 302 HO engine, 4-barrel, C-6 automatic Call Mary Jo Phillips 724-898-9661 Please add to your roster: John and Ronda Lafferty 510 Cottage Lane Monroeville, PA 15146 Tom Lofink 3851 Anderson Road Gibsonia, PA 15044 Maurice and Mary Ann Love 1510 Zeuger Street Glenshaw, PA 15116 Joan Malchano 3721 Bakerstown Rd Gibsonia, PA 15044 Herchal T Rapp 2905 Spring Garden Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Albert and Mary Yarzebinski 4880 Middle Road Allison Park, PA 15101 Norm Yalenty 187 Overbrook Road Valencia, PA 16059 This space for rent
North Hills Historic Auto Club C/O Pat O Neill 4077 Branding Place Allison Park, PA 15101-2963 North Hills Historic Auto Club February 2010 Visit us at http://clubs.hemmings.com/nhhac