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Transcript of 2010 August Classic Marque
The Classic Marque
August 2010
Monthly Newsletter of the
Jaguar Drivers Club of South Australia
“Cats on heat”
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Patron: H. Noel Roscrow AM
Your Management Committee
President: Rick Luff
Mobile: 0411 426 913
Email: [email protected]
Vice President: Bob Charman
Mobile: 0421 482 007
Email: [email protected]
Treasurer: Mark Goodwin
Mobile: 0488 158 151
Email: [email protected]
Secretary: Peter Holland
Phone: 8271 0048
Email: [email protected]
Editor: Pete and Kathy Taylor
Phone: 8288 0220
Mobile: 0422 563 876
Email: [email protected]
Member Secretary: Noel Trew
Phone: 8172 2071
Email: [email protected]
Events Coordinator: Di Adamson
Mobile: 0407862758
Email: [email protected]
Webmaster: Tom Herraman
Mobile: 0423 214 644
Email: [email protected]
Register Secretaries:
XK, MK 7,8,9 – Rob Smith 0410736648
SS & Daimler – Bob Kretschmer 8357 8233
MK 1,2,S,420 – Geoff Thomas 83743228
V12 – Roger Adamson 0421052518
XJ, 420G, MK10 – Bob Charman 8248 4111
E-Type – Alan Baker 0429097729
Multi-Valve – Peter Clarke 8243 1965
Club Services
Technical Officer: Geoff Mockford
Phone: 8231 1233 (Bus) 0438 768 770
Regalia: Sue White and Judy Sterzl – 8270 7080, 8322 5126
Librarian – Tom & Marj Brindle 8387 0051
Historic Vehicle Registration Inspectors:
North: – Don Evans 8251 1575
Central:– Evan Spartalis 8362 8116
Geoff Mockford 8223 1997
South:– Onslow Billinghurst 8325 1971
Log Books:
Peter Holland: 8271 0048
Club Representatives:
Australian Council of Jaguar Clubs – ACJC
Bob Charman 8248 4111
Federation of Historic Motoring - FHMC
Don Tyrell 8371 0015
0417 818069
Marque Sports Car Association - MSCA
Barry Kitts 8391 1759
All British Day: Neil Raw TBA
Front cover
It’s Cats on the track for the SAJDC. To see club members getting into the spirit of the racing
history for the marque is not only exciting but a great direction for many members to consider. The
sport is not only affordable but fun for drivers as well as the club members who support them.
Fox Creek Winery A Class Metal Finishers
Sports Car Centre– Kent Town
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MINUTES OF THE GENERAL
MEETING OF THE JDCSA
6TH JULY 2010
Meeting opened by President Rick Luff at
7.40pm.
Apologies: Robin & Roseanne Bullock, Ray &
Barb Offe, Darryl Leyton, Evan Spartalis,
Brian & Sue Walker, B Mayman, Roger
Adamson, Don & Marg Evans, Margaret
Piper, Doug & Sue Harrison, Matt & Kathleen
Gill.
Guests & New Members: Nil
Minutes from previous meeting - 1st June
2010.
No business arising.
President’s Report
Rick reminded the meeting of the importance
of signing the attendance book for tonight‟s
meeting.
He thanked the meeting for the response to
the Mallala Sprint meeting last Sunday.
He then stated, “Some say, that he sleeps
with a copy of Australian Classic Car Year
Book under his pillow and that his undies are
made from Beige Coloured Connolly Leather,
he is the Sharman!” and handed the
microphone to Bob Charman.
Vice President’s Report
Bob advised the meeting of the details of Club
run to the Adelaide Zoo. It was decided by
the meeting that the Club would arrange the
lunch arrangements under the large trees
outside the main entrance. The admission
price to the Zoo could be subsidized by the
Club. The Executive will review it and advise.
The date will also be advised
The Bay to Birdwood tickets for the
Gumeracha Hospital lunch and viewing spots
will be available soon. A show of hands
indicated approx. 40 people. Date 26th Sept.
Tickets for the Club Christmas Dinner on
Saturday the 30th Oct, are available from
Carmel Trew. We would like to see 100
people at this years event, so Register
Secretaries, please get your numbers
together.
Secretary’s Report
A.N.Z. Bank statement‟s received.
National Storage cost‟s to increase.
Southern Motor Vehicle‟s Club report.
Sporting Car Club report.
Fox Creek newsletter.
Bay to Birdwood entry forms available.
Various interstate club magazines tabled.
Treasurer’s Report
Mark Goodwin is overseas at the present
time, so we do not have a report to date.
Membership
372 Renewals sent out.
223 Received to date.
149 Outstanding.
9 Cancelled.
Noel advised the meeting that he and Carmel
are traveling overseas next month and would
appreciate all outstanding renewals in before
he leaves.
Editor’s Report
The SS and Pushrod Register‟s minutes are a
problem due to the dates of their meetings, so
the Editor will now publish their minutes of the
previous month. Peter thanked all those who
submitted photo‟s but also appealed to the
meeting to send in more.
Web Master
Not present.
Event’s Co coordinator
Di Adamson has put her hand up to take on
this position. This gesture was warmly
received by all at the meeting.
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Register Reports
SS & DAIMLER: Next meeting 28th July.
Considering change of dates after Christmas.
E TYPE: Nil
COMPACT: Next meeting at Phil Pryor‟s
home at 1 Salrac Ave, Marion 10th July.
Renmark run in November, only two deluxe
rooms left for those who want to join in the
fun.
XK, 7, 8, & 9 REGISTER: Next meeting
tomorrow night at Rob Loffler‟s, 729 Blewett
Springs Road, McLaren Flat.
Rob Smith also discussed getting of copy of
the recent Mid Summer Murders program that
featured an XK120.
MULTI VALVE: Next Meeting at Reg
Wyman‟s, Chandlers Hill Road on the 27th of
July. 7.30pm for 8pm
On the 19th of September having a Sunday
Drive to Hahndorf with walking tour and lunch.
XJ, 420G, and MK10: Next meeting at
Shannons on Wednesday the 14th. 7.30pm.
Villi‟s beforehand if you wish. Bob thanked his
register for their turn out at Mallala on Sunday.
He also thanked Rick Luff for his deliberate
spin out on his last lap, just to thrill to crowd.
V12 REGISTER: July meeting cancelled.
August – A Go-Karting day is in the planning
stages. Perhaps at Richmond where you can
Kart at a cost of $25 for 25 laps.
CLUB SERVICES
LIBRARIAN: Plenty of books and magazines.
Anniversary at Silverstone. Jaguar „D‟ type.
And XK‟s for the Southern Hemisphere all in
now.
REGALIA: Great Response to our super sale.
Tonight‟s specials, everything is just $10 and
T shirts out for $1 each.
MSCA: Barry Kitts spoke about the pleasant
Sunday at Mallala and thanked our members
who from time to time help out with the Flag
Marshalling. He spoke about the „Limited
intelligence‟ of some drivers who put their cars
on the race track. He said that when the
Helmet goes on - the brains turn off! (He was
not, of course, referring to Jaguar Drivers.)
Rick Luff also wished to thank the members
for their support. In particular, Peter Taylor,
Peter Holland, Chris Waldock, Alan Baker and
Brian Walker for assisting to get his XJS on
the track. Bob Charman said it looked
spectacular the way the other cars avoided
him when he turned his car around to see who
was following!! Barry said the next „come and
try day‟ is on the 8th of August and that after
last week‟s event there is a Porsche going
cheap.
ACJC: Bob still waiting for the next meeting in
August.
FEDERATION REPORT: A comprehensive
report was given to the meeting by Neil
Murrie. The report will be published in C.M.
GENERAL BUSINESS
All British Day. Featured marque next
year will be Jaguar.
A centre display of 25 Jaguars will be the
highlight.
The J.C.C.C. and J.D.C.S.A. will combine
with a time line of cars.
Other Jags will be parked under the trees
near the entrance.
Rick thanked the XJ, 420G and Mk10 Register
for tonight‟s supper.
Meeting closed at 8.20pm
Next meeting Tuesday 3rd of August 2010 at
the Police Club, Carrington St, Adelaide.
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PRESIDENTS REPORT
JULY 2010
Recently, after a year of indecision, I sold the
Vanden Plas. It went to a good home and will
continue its existence, being enjoyed and
appreciated by another classic car buff.
I replaced it with a four cylinder Japanese car
which, being new, starts and stops when I
want it to and where everything works. It
handles brilliantly, runs on the smell of an oily
rag and has more air bags than there is space
to put them. But it‟s not complete; there is
something missing. While I am not one to
personify inanimate objects by given them
names, my new car, despite its technical
wizardry, is devoid of the thing that all of my
Jaguars have had in spades. This car has no
soul. It does all I ask of it with sewing
machine precision, but when all is said and
done, it‟s just a car.
When you climb aboard a Jaguar you enter a
partnership; an agreement. You are both
going somewhere. You do it together.
As well as that I no longer feel special on the
road. I wonder why passing Jaguar drivers
aren‟t waving back at me until I realize that I‟m
invisible. I‟m just another motorist.
On another note I would like to welcome Di
Adamson in the role of Events Coordinator.
This position is somewhat similar to the role of
Sporting Secretary, which is an executive
position according to our constitution. It will
be great to have Di sit around the exec table
to help me keep the rest of the exec in order!
Di‟s role is quite straight forward. She will:
Co-ordinate the runs proposed by the
register secretaries and slot them into the
club calendar of events
Update the webmaster on approved
events for listing on the web and in CM
Have executive authority to approve the
listing of various events after consultation
with the relevant register secretary
Di‟s role is not to:
Organise a run on somebody‟s good idea
Chase up register secretaries for run info
Be surprised to hear of a run that had
gone ahead without her consultation.
This role is an important one as most of the
fun aspects of our club are club runs. We
have been lacking a coordinated approach of
late and it has become quite messy. We‟ve
only achieved a harmonious outcome
because of the good will and sensibilities of
our members. Di‟s job is the smooth out the
creases so please support her and remember
all club events must be coordinated via Di.
Regards
Rick
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REMINDER
JAGUARS NEVER FORGET
But their owners sometimes do
Renewals have all been posted out and I would like to thank those
Members who have returned their Membership forms and log
books.
After the 26/07/2009 I will be on holidays and will not be doing any
more Renewals for year 2010/2011.
If you are not financial and have not rejoined by the 26/07/2010
you will possibly have to pay a rejoining fee.
Members who have not renewed and currently have their Vehicles
on Historic Registration are no longer legally allowed to drive their
Vehicles and JDCSA have to inform the Department of Motor
Registration.
Membership Secretary
Noel Trew
8172 2071
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Regalia Coordinator(s)
WANTED This position is now available within the Club. It is a position that suits say an enthusiastic couple or
two couples.
During 2009 – 2010 we have reduced the stock levels with a view to changing the process for the
coordinator(s). What we have in mind is for a smaller number of product lines with the Jaguar
embroidery e.g.
1. Fleecy Vests 2. Polo Shirts – men’s and ladies 3. Caps 4. Fleecy Jumpers 5. Jackets A quantity of say 6 of each size would then be held in stock so that a member could order on-line or
at a general meeting with the coordinator(s) and the items would then be posted or collected from
a later meeting.
Ron & Claire Palmer (through Palmer Agencies) have offered to continue to supply the club with
the product lines and assist the coordinator(s) with product line choices and the embroidery.
The club’s lock-up could be utilised for this purpose or alternatively if the member has space at
home that would be OK.
This means that at a general meeting the coordinator(s) only need bring a sample of each size along
(as the same manufacture would be used for the product lines this eliminates the need for multiple
samples). In addition to the above the various badges and other small items would be available for
sale at a meeting.
In addition the coordinator(s) would be responsible to maintain a cash float, bank sales monies,
send the banking receipt to the Treasurer, maintain stock levels, and sell Regalia at Jag Day.
Should anyone be interested in this role please either talk to Rick or me.
Regards
Tim White
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Regalia
Men’s Polo’s $5 (JDCSA Logo – Maroon only)
2 x 2XL & 1 x 3XL
1 x Daimler logo’d
Fleecy L/Sleeve $10
(Large)
Wool Vests Black
(XS & S) $10
Van Heuson L/S
1 x 43 (White) & 2 x
42 (Blue) $10
Overall’s 87R $10
Ladies Polo’s $10
White or Red
V Neck (12/14/16/20
Button Front $10
White or Red or Blue
Zip Front
White or Red or Blue
Button Front $10
Blue or Grey
Shirts - Chambray’s,
Denim & Van Heuson
(Blue or White) $10
10/12/14/16/20
Most items are now marked down 75%
or more
Think of others this winter……
Presents at Christmas and Birthdays for
family & friends at unbelievable prices
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THE FEDERATION OF H ISTORIC CLUBS
19TH JUNE 2010
A recent meeting of the FHMC clarif ied the following points:
1. All LHD vehicles must have a LHD exemption certif icate carr ied in the vehicle at al l t imes. Apply at Regency Motor registry.
2. Vehicles eligible for historic rego are:
RHD vehicles 30 years or more, roll ing date
LHD vehicles last date eligible, end 1973
LHD vehicles el igible for full rego, 30 years roll ing date
LHD vehicles younger than 30 years roll ing must convert to RHD or wait for 30 year anniversary.
3. Child restraints, new law from 1 July 2010, Historic Registered vehicles exempt. However, the wording in the act is not clear regarding vehicles f itted with seat belts and they may have to comply with the new law.
4. Some insurance companies require engineer’s certif icate for vehicles f itted with seat belts, if that vehicle did not have manufacturer’s seat belt anchor points from new. Check with your insurer. This also has implications with the government 3 r d party injury insurer, who are now pursuing “at fault drivers” for a $300 excess and “ful l recovery” of DUI claims.
5. Imported vehicles modified from origi nal after end 19988 are being refused import permit. Proof of date of alteration is on the importer including photo evidence. Photo is also required of vehicle prior to loading and a copy should be with the invoices.
Vehicles imported prior to the end of 1988 wil l have the year of manufacture altered to the year of modif ication. This has implicat ions for LHD vehicles. Refer to 30year roll ing date for the need to convert to RHD.
This change to import regulations will stop many imports. For example, a MKII Jaguar f itted with a Supra gearbox, which is a year 2000 part and therefore f itted after 1988, will now be refused entry and when presented at a port of entry – impounded. Remember, any vehicle with A/C mus t comply with the CFC permit conditions.
6. Vehicles on historic rego (CHVR) are not to be used for “Hire or Reward” which also extends to the following:
Reward is deemed to be displaying a sign/logo/phone number of a current business. This is only acceptable i f there is proof that the business has been operating continuously from the era of the vehicle and the vehicle was used by that business.
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SS and Pushrod Engine Register held at the home of Rosemary and Bob Hill-Ling on
Wednesday 30 Jun 2010
Present: Bob Hill-Ling, Bruce Fletcher, Bob Kretschmer, Malcolm Adamson, Brenton Hobbs, Ross
Rasmus, Des Brown
Apologies: Ross Gogler, John Lewis, Jack Richardson
The Minutes of the May Meeting were accepted as being a true record of the meeting.
Matters Arising:
NATIONAL RALLY at WAGGA WAGGA 17-19 September 2010. Ross Rasmus reported:
Current Confirmed Attendee Nos.
o NSW 22 persons
o Qld. 44
o Vic. 18
o SA 29
Particular apologies include Nik Cirakovik (Vic) & Bob Hill-Ling (SA)
Malcolm Adamson reported that JDCSA supplied paraphernalia, eg. Banner & badges will be ready
in time.
Bob Kretschmer reported that the NZ SS Register had advised as follows:
“We do not have any plans to celebrate the 75 year anniversary of the SS pushrod engine
milestone. We run an SS Register which is spread throughout NZ (newsletter only) and not a club
as such.”
Ross Gogler advised that he had not heard anything from England re the same event.
Detailed Matters to be confirmed;
Entertainment
SS Logo on Hotel menus
Rally Packs
Name Tags
Badges (JDCSA)
Theme
Ross had received some suggestions for possible inclusion in a Quiz
GENERAL BUSINESS:
JDCSA:
Malcolm advised that JDCSA would like to see all Registers make up a table at the next annual
dinner Saturday 30 Oct. See CM for details. Please advise MA direct.
SS Register June Minutes cont
The CM Editor Peter Taylor needs copy of SS Register Meeting minutes by noon the day following
our meetings which Hon Sec. Bob is not able to provide.
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It was considered that JDCSA should revert to previous practice whereby the previous month’s
minutes were published.
Bob to re-send May minutes to PT in time for him & Malcolm to table at the next JDCSA Executive
meeting 13 July.
There was a general discussion about plastic number plates. See also CM.
Des Brown advised that a 1933 cream & brown SS was currently advertised for sale in England &
wondered if it was an ex- Australian vehicle!
Malcolm advised that he purchased the 1 1/2l sedan presently used by Brenton Hobbs from Kevin
Field in 1966.
TECHNICAL:
Ross Rasmus still requires 2 x 6.70 x 16” Firestone cross-ply tyres
Des Brown had confirmation that the Mk 1V fuses were system-marked.
Ross Rasmus advised that detailed & valuable information regarding changes to electric systems
from + to earth over to – to earth needs to be carefully considered as the ignition coil was also
involved.
The Austin Healy web site www.healy6.com bulletin.htm was especially helpful.
In addition, the Lucas Technical Series, Lesson 3 – Coil Ignition was also helpful.
Bruce Fletcher advised that modern batteries which are not frequently used, benefit from the use
of a battery monitor. Lengthy discussion ensued.
REMINDERS:
See also current Classic Marque. General Meetings 1st. Tuesday each month.
SS Register to set up room 5 Oct.
JDC Annual Dinner 30 Oct. SS Register to make up & book a table.
NEXT MEETINGS:
28 July at Ross Rasmus (Bruce Fletcher will be an apol.)
25 August at Bob Kretschmer. AGM. Nominations for President & Register Secretary required
29 September at John Lewis
27 October at Bruce Fletcher
24 November at Des Brown
December No Meeting
20 January - Sunday BBQ lunch at Malcolm Adamson’s beach house at Seaford.
Supper: Thankyou Rosemary
Minute Distribution:
R.J. Kretschmer
Register Secretary
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Minutes of the Compact Register held at the home of Jo & Noel Orford on the 8th June
2010
Present: Noel & Jo Orford, Geoff & Marg Thomas, Colin Haese, Ray Thomas, Doug Tilley, Judy
Sturzl, David Davidson, Bill Jones, Noel & Carmel Trew, Philip & Sue Prior, Tim White, Tom &
Marj Brindle.
Apologies: Marg Haese, Stewart, Ros Holland.
General Business
Renmark deposits required (21 Deluxe rooms now booked)
Annual Dinner tickets and bookings available now.(I have some $45-00 per head.)
The run to Greenock was well received
XJ register will hold a run to the Zoo and a meeting at the Murray Bridge races
Key rings are available for First aid kits
The Christmas function was discussed
Jag Day will be held on 17th October
AGM to be held in September and Geoff indicated that he would continue as register
secretary.
Ray. Found a 1/18 scale MK 2 model by Model Icons in UK only 3500.to be made. Price
T.B.A.
Car Talk
Tim: NTR. Squeak in brakes still continuing
Noel O: NTR
Tom: NTR
Ray: Fuel sender unit fixed, brakes dragging, new brake pistons coming.
Peter: NTR
David: Rattle in back door fixed, by closing it properly
Noel T: Car for sale MK2 $18,900.00
Colin: NTR
Phil: Carby repair, knock in engine.to be looked at.
Bill: Minor rattle and major rattle. Bucket guide loose.(fixed thank you, Peter) Monaco
Grand Prix was fantastic. He saw a Mark 2 in ROME.
Doug: Wipers fixed. Series 3 for sale.( now sold)
Geoff: NTR car went well to Greenock
This is your Life (in cars) Noel Orford
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Noel was born in N.S.W.(Gods country) and while on a working holiday met Jo. He is now a
South Australian. As an apprentice he worked for The Rootes group, also Ford & Holden. He has
had many cars Fords, Holdens also Buick, Essex, M.G.’s and DAIMLER.
Thank You to Jo & Noel for their hospitality.
Next Meeting is at the home of Phil & Sue Prior
1 Salrak Ave, Marion. 82766136/0418841032.
Minutes of the XJ, Mk 10 & 420G Register Meeting held at Shannon’s Clubrooms, 863
South Rd Wednesday, 14th July 2010
Present: Bob & Daphne Charman, David Bicknell, Martin O’Dea, Steve Attard, Roy Malandain,
Martin O’Dea, Ray & Barb Offe, Robin & Roseanne Bullock, Warren & Carolyn Bullock, Brad Hoare,
Peter & Ros Holland, Rick Luff, Darryl & Fay Leyton, Rick Perry, Borys Potiuch, Evan Spartalis,
Noel & Carmel Trew.
Apologies: Pete & Kath Taylor, Jay Russian, John & Claire Evans, Hayden Isaac, Don & Kathy
Tyrrell.
General Business
Our Register Christmas Dinner will be held on Saturday the 27th November on the H.M.S.
BUFFALO at Glenelg. The cost will be $35 per head. This includes a 3 course meal and a few
surprises. Names can now be given to Bob. We have 28 already.
The week end trip to Renmark with the Compact Register was discussed. The date for this event
is November the 20th. Rooms are almost full, so don’t delay.
This years Jag Day was discussed. The committee will meet for the first time this year at Bob’s
place on Sunday the 1st of August at 9.00am for Breakfast and meeting. Any new faces welcome.
Just let Bob know for catering.
Bob proposed a Register run to Cudlee Creek on Sunday the 5th of September. We will meet
opposite Tea Tree Plaza and travel up to Cudlee Creek. We can visit the Gorge Wildlife Park before
having lunch at the Restaurant tavern. Approx. 20 people indicated they will attend.
Bob detailed this years Xmas Race Day at Murray Bridge on Sunday the 5th of December. Cost
will be the same as last year $50 per head. Full details will be announced shortly. Names can be
given to Bob. We have 38 people so far.
Bob outlined this years Club Dinner on Saturday the 30th of Oct. As Noel and Carmel are off
overseas (again) for a month, they have given tickets to Bob to sell while they are away.
Barb Offe has the tickets for the (Bay to Birdwood) Gumeracha Hospital lunch and viewing. They
too are off on holidays so Bob has those tickets as well. $13 each so get in early.
Car Talk
Steve Attard: He now has the shed he’s been looking for.
David Bicknell: N.T.R.
Martin O’Dea: Martin wished to thank Robin Bullock for the advice given to him about the micro
switch. He’s also put new tyres (kuhmo) on. But, he did drive down to Darryl Leyton’s a few days
ago and noticed a strange noise coming from the back of the car. Darryl fixed the problem by
simply closing his back door.
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Robin & Roseanne Bullock All going fine.
Warren & Carolyn Bullock Whilst overseas in England they visited the Beaulieu Museum. Will bring
some photos next meeting.
Bob & Daphne Charman: Whilst on the hoist at Evan’s it was noticed there were a few rust
looking spots in the paint work. As the car has only just been back to bare metal, I was slightly
horrified. Took the car straight to the painters who think it is a fault in the paint. He is going to
repaint the entire lower half of the car.
Roy Malandain: The car started fine so he left it as it was.
Ray & Barb Offe: N.T.R.
Brad Hoare: Series 3 has new battery.
Peter & Ros Holland: N.T.R.
Rick Luff: The XJ is gone to a new home. Rick also thanked all those who came to Mallala last
meeting.
The meeting took a short break as Daphne entered the building. She had been to another
meeting.
Darryl & Fay Leyton: The shoulder not getting any better. Off to the surgeon next week. The XJ in
the shed. Derek’s been repainted ready for when the shoulder is back to normal.
Rick Perry: N.T.R.
Borys Potiuch: Car on blocks. Rear hub to come off to replace bearings.
Evan Spartalis: Hands still not good.
Noel & Carmel Trew: Speedo playing up, but only over 60. The meeting told them that it is easily
fixed. Don’t go over 60. See you in September with all the holiday pics.
Next meeting Wednesday 11th August, 2010
Meeting closed 8.30pm
Bob Charman
Register Secretary
Minutes of the V12 Register Meeting
No meeting was held for July 2010
Next Meeting – 13th August 2010 at Roger & Di Adamson’s
Roger Adamson,
Register Secretary
Atheism is a non-prophet organization
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Minutes of the Multivalve (XJ40 to current series)
No minutes received for July meeting
BAY TO BIRDWOOD
September 26th 2010
An open invitation is again extended to the Jaguar Drivers Club of SA from the Gumeracha DSM Hospital Auxiliary
View the Bay to Birdwood Rally from the Grandstand Style Hospital Lawns with good company & good food.
Tickets are limited and can be purchased direct from Barbara Offe, or at a General/Register (XJ) Meeting, or direct from the Hospital. Group bookings through
all Registers would be most welcome.
This could be organised as individual Register runs to the Hospital if the Secretaries wish, as it is a fabulous Club day.
BYO: Chairs, tables, & drinks (alcohol ok).
Have a great day and support a local Hospital.
LUNCH: B-B-Q & SALAD, DESSERT, TEA AND COFFEE
Only $13.00 per person (Children $6)
Information/tickets are available from Ray or Barbara Offe on 8389 4436, Bob Chalmers on 8248 4111, or the Hospital receptionist direct on 8209 9200.
I thought I saw an eye doctor on an Alaskan island, but it turned out to be an optical Aleutian
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Minutes of the Meeting of the XK, 7, 8, 9 Register Held at Rob & Vicki Loffler’s home – 7th
July 2010
Present: Rob & Vicki Loffler, Peter & Ros Holland, Rod & Peggy Davis, Onslow & Wendy
Billinghurst, Richard Smith, Julian Lugg & Rob smith.
Apologies: John Dunning, Doug & Sue Harrison, Moira Lugg, Robin & Deidre Ide, Peter & Judy
Goodale & John & Lindsay Williams.
BUSINESS:
Club key rings given out to members.
Border run on 15th to 17th October 2010. Nearing finalization. Finishing up with SA Jag Day
17th October.
REMINDER: - Next month’s General Meetng at the Police Club on Tuesday 3rd September is
the register’s turn to supply supper and organise seating.
Car Talk:
Richard Smith: Car painted OK. Shannons has supported Richard in his dilemma.
Rob L: XK 120 still warm undercover and stationary.
Julian Lugg: Small painting job continuing.
Peter Holland: NTR
Onslow Billinghurst: Has started recently and now has no leak from the brake booster!!
Rod Davis: Car in storage. Working on spare motor.
Rob Smith: All OK.
Thanks to Rob & Vicki Loffler for their hospitality and supplying supper.
New Business
Next register outing will be on Sunday 19th September with a visit to Fort Glanville.The historic
fort will be open for inspection. Activities on the day will be:
Firing of the cannons at 2pm;
Military enactments of 1880;
Parade of uniformed army personnel;
Inspection of buildings and grounds;
Entry fee $8 for adults
Fort Glanville is situated on the corner of Military Rd and Bower Rd. Picnis tables available for
use so if you wish to bring your own lunch, join us at 1pm.
Time allowing, a five minute walk from the Fort is the Victorian building of Glanville Hall. Well
worth a look so bring your camera.
Next Meeting: Our register meeting for September will be held at 6pm on 3rd September at the
Police Club before dinner.
Rob Smith
Register Secretary
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E-Type 50th Anniversary.
The JDCSA E-Type register have begun planning their 2011 event to
celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the E-Type.
With well over a hundred known E-Types in the state this should be a
spectacular event Arrangements have been made with the National
Motor Museum at Birdwood to hold the event on their display grounds.
If anyone would like to know more details or register their interest they
can go to www.etype2011.com
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The Great Overland Adventure
By Andrew & Leanne. Phillip & Ciaran Shouksmith
We made a family trek to Darkest Queensland
and participated in the….
2010 Jaguar National Rally,
(And then returned home around the eastern coast of Australia).
As ever, the planning for the trip to the 2010 Jaguar Car Clubs’ National Rally
started (on the ferry) on the way back from the previous rally (in Tasmania).
This did not fill me with confidence, as almost everyone in our usual rallyist
group had some reason why they wouldn’t be going to Queensland!
Unfortunately this position was confirmed, and we ended up being the sole
South Australian representatives at the 2010 National Jaguar Rally.
Oh well never mind! Since moving to Australia a few years ago, we had
decided to make the National Jaguar Rallies an excuse to see the country, so
we saw no reason why we shouldn’t continue with or without travel
companions. The trip would go ahead regardless! Besides we had a new (to
us) late model XJ40 to take the trip in! Every option including Climate Control
(I did a serious upgrade of the in car entertainment – more of this later)!
I scanned the internet, and when the Rally website appeared, was one of the
first to register. As it happened, I had quite a block of leave to take, so we
started to plan for an extended holiday that would begin before the rally, and
extend well after it!
Tempus fugit, and suddenly it was March 2010 and time to begin our journey
to Ashmore, and the National Rally.
Sunday the 28th and our first day on the road was a solid 720 Km from our
home in Hynam, across the Wimmera and the Mallee to Narrandera in NSW.
We had only got as far as Edenhope
(30 Km’s from home) when Leanne and
I were giving thanks for the
DVD/CD/MP3/Games Consoles that
we had installed in the back of the rear
headrests; (for those of you who don’t
know the Shouksmith family, we now
travel with one eight and one nine year
old technophile)! We travelled to Jazz
and Folk in the front, (Nakamichi 6 CD
Stacker), and they travelled to Ben 10
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and Disney in the back (Headphones)!
Narrandera was a pleasant, if somewhat run down town. (Ten years of
drought in Australia has destroyed a large number of inland communities)
where we had a clean and pleasant motel, and a lovely meal at the RSL for
very little money. We all slept in, in the morning, and had to make a hasty
departure for Orange the next day, where we were staying with good friends.
All I can say: is that the company, food and liquid refreshment was excellent.
Next morning, my wonderful wife drove the next leg of the trip!
This stage of the journey was from Orange to Armidale, about 350Km’s across
interesting hilly countryside...and RAIN! Did I mention that we were the
drought breakers? We brought a band of rain with us from Bendigo up to
Narrandera, and then across to Orange. Our layover allowed this to intensify,
and we travelled with an accompanying tropical low from central NSW all the
way up to New England. It rained and rained and.....you guessed it! We got so
drenched trying to find a
restaurant in Armidale, that we
ended up buying Pizzas and
taking them back to our motel.
The bathroom was filled with
drying clothing!
Next morning we ventured into
town, and discovered the
restaurant district that we had
totally missed the previous
evening. Never mind, we made
use of this for a sumptuous cooked breakfast before we headed off across the
New England highway to Queensland.
The highway out of Armidale is wall to wall trucks, very few passing lanes,
unsealed shoulders and a disused railway line that parallels the road – a
typical Australian situation that reflects the influence of the trucking industry
and the lack of forward planning by any level of government in this land.
(For a more detailed personal analysis of this situation please don’t hesitate
to contact me)!
We carried on to Tenterfield where we stopped at the beautifully preserved
Railway Station. This would have to be a model for any other historical or
preservation society, and is an encapsulated time warp of a 1950’s NSW
regional station. We could have spent twice as long as we had here, and
reluctantly headed on to Warwick in Queensland for a late lunch.
We then travelled across some of the most beautiful, twisting and interesting
roads that we have come across in Australia: Beaudesert, Canungra, Nerang,
Mt.Tamborine, Southport and finally to our destination at Ashmore and the
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Rally HQ: The Royal Pines Resort.
We checked in, and were assigned some of the most sumptuous rooms that
we have ever been in. Lee and I had a “Corner Spa Suite” with spectacular
views across the golf course; the boys had an adjoining suite to themselves
with a double bed each! The bathrooms were all marble and gold, with towels
that were at least 3cm thick and hot and cold running everything. I had to
point out to our two that this was the exception and not the rule when it came
to accommodation!
As we were a day early for the Rally, we planned to take the boys to one of the
numerous theme parks on the Gold Coast, and they chose “Dream World”.
All I will say is that it cost a lot, the boys loved it, and it was an interesting
experience!
On to the Rally.
On Friday the 2nd April we got up early for a hearty breakfast and a walk
around the magnificent grounds of the Royal Pines. We then registered for the
Rally, picked up our Regalia pack, and then over the next three days did the
usual Rally things :- Caught up with old friends, ate and drank too much,
drove to some beautiful places, and watched with awe as my youngest son
(aged 8) appointed himself the celebrity presenter at the formal dinner!
(Just try to find a picture at the Prize Giving that doesn’t have Ciaran in it)!
On the Monday, and after a great breakfast at the Surfers Yacht Club, we
were off on our travels again.
Thank goodness we were travelling
south on the Pacific Coast Hwy., as it
seemed that most of Queensland was
heading back north, after the Easter
holidays. We made our way quietly to
Port Macquarie, where we sat and
watched the thousands (millions) of
fruit bats head off for their night time
feeding grounds, and had a superb
meal at the Loaded Hog Restaurant. The steaks were great, the kids meals
wonderful, and the price very reasonable. More than we could say about the
accommodation – if it hasn’t been upgraded since the sixties can you call it
retro, and charge accordingly? Incidentally the fuel in Port Macquarie was far
and away the most expensive on the whole trip. As you can see we have mixed
feelings about the place, lovely views, but very expensive!!Next day was a long
trip, right through Sydney, which we’re going to leave for another trip, and on
to Wollongong. Once again we brought the rain with us, so we ended up
eating in our lovely motel room. Any place that tells me that they have
charged us too much, and gives us a generous refund is alright by me!
Wollongong was an interesting place. It is an old industrial steel town that is
now reinventing itself and is really trying to shake off its old reputation. We
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really liked the place, and are looking to come back and have a more thorough
look around the area. (Note to Jaguar Drivers Club of Australia {that’s the
NSW club for those not in the know} – please have your next rally in or
around Wollongong).
The next day’s travel was probably my favourite journey of the entire trip, the
magnificent coastal route from Wollongong all the way down to Eden. For
those of you who have never taken this part of the Princes Highway, and the
numerous little detours down to the sea, you truly don’t know what you have
missed. The roads are interesting and challenging, the views spectacular, and
for those of an epicurean persuasion, the food options enroute are bountiful.
We dined at the Professional Fishermans Club in Eden, and you would be
hard pressed to find better or fresher seafood anywhere. What is landed that
morning is served that evening. As has been said before – I will return.
Our journey took us around the coast and into Victoria and Bairnsdale. We
had a couple of nights here, relaxing, and exploring the local area. Of interest
is a super little Motor Museum at Maffra (between Bairnsdale and Sale)
housed in an old factory; this has exhibits from all over VIC, NSW and SA.
They reckon to change their displays every three months, and have no
problem in attracting new items from all over the states. I could have spent
many hours here, but we had to press on with the final part of our trip.
The final weekend of our journey was to be centred around Castlemaine and
the Steam Festival held at the Victorian Goldfields Railway. We made our way
up from Eastern Victoria, avoiding the temptation to stop off in Melbourne,
and ended up in the goldfields area for our last stay over. We will definitely be
returning to this part of the world. The accommodation was comfortable and
reasonable, and the food choices were many, varied and good value. The
steam experience was great, and we followed it all off with an extended walk
around the lovely old botanical gardens. We were so impressed with the old
“Railway Hotel” that we ate there both nights, and will return next time we
come to Castlemaine! The menu is so good and so varied!
The journey back home seemed a bit of an anticlimax. The dogs were pleased
to see us, and our wonderful house sitter had as usual done us proud.
As expected the Jaguar performed flawlessly on the journey, and there were
no mechanical problems. It was sublimely comfortable, fast when required,
and excellent on the back roads. We used no oil in our nearly 4700 Km’s
around Australia, and averaged 29 Miles per Gallon for the journey (Sorry I’m
really a pre metric sort of guy). The Pirelli P4000 tyres provided excellent grip
and comfort, but were rather noisy and wore very rapidly - a set of Michelins
is now on order.
Would we do it again – Of Course! Come and Join us next time
Andrew, Leanne. Phillip and Ciaran Shouksmith
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This year the Annual Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, 30th October
at the
ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL MOTEL
521 ANZAC HIGHWAY
GLENELG NORTH
Tickets will be $45.00 per head, and this includes:
Pre-dinner drinks and Canapés from 6.30pm to 7.00pm
Three course dinner
Two bottles of wine on each table
Music supplied by Linda McCarthy
Two lucky door prizes and Presentation trophies
A security guard will be employed to look after any cars parked on the Anzac Highway
Tickets will be on sale from July meeting – see either Carmel Trew or Judy Sterzl
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Notice Board
The following applications for membership have been lodged with the Membership Secretary and are
listed in accordance with clause 6 (B-C) of the Constitution. If there are no objections, membership will be
ratified one month from this magazine:
Chris & Lyn Tankey XJ 6 Series 1 4.2L
Martin & Melissa Ball 1997 XJ 8 3.2L
The following applications listed in the June magazine have been accepted.
Brian Buscombe 1967 Mk11 3.4L
Raymond T Baack 1898 XJ6 3.6L
We hope you will take advantage of the benefits available, and that you will contribute in your own way to
make this a better club for everyone.
I particularly ask that Register Secretaries and current members make these New Members welcome at
meetings and functions.
Noel Trew
Membership Secretary
GENERAL MEETING ROSTER
The Roster for the preparation of supper for the General Meeting is: Aug XK, MK 7, 8, 9 Register Sep Multivalve Oct SS & Daimler Nov Mk 1, 2, S Type &420 Xmas meeting - TBA
Register Secretaries please note: Each Register is responsible for the supply of milk and a light supper. If a register is unable to provide supper, please contact the editor (or President if unable to contact editor) and ask them to obtain supper. The Tables and chairs need to be set up by 7.30pm and all members will assist in this process along with packing up after the meeting.
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Marque Sports Car Association of South Australia
MSCA for 2010
Round 2:
8 August Skills Enhancement Day
Round 3
19th September MALLALA SUPER SPRINT SERIES RD 3
Round 4
24th October. MALLALA SUPER SPRINT SERIES RD 4
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Club & Other Events
Multivalve Register The Register has traditionally held the hosting on the long weekend in October which now clashes with the Lobethal Grand Prix - the date will need to be ratified by the Register. Compact / XJ Register Weekend in Riverland Berri/Renmark 20/21 November.
Annual Dinner Dance – Saturday, 30th October at the Adelaide International Motel – 521 Anzac Hwy North
Glenelg
Quick Reference for Register meetings
General Meeting Tuesday, 3rd August 2010
Register Meetings
Compact Second Tuesday of every second month
E-Type Third Thursday of every month
Multivalve 4th Tuesday of odd Calendar months
SS & Daimler Last Wednesday of each month
XJ, Mk10 & 420G Wednesday, 11th August
XK, 7, 8, 9 Wednesday, 3rd September
V12 Friday, 13th August
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CAT CLASSIFIEDS
For Sale
420 for sale. 1967 420 regal red cream
Full leather upholstery ( only 5 yrs old)
Full books and original import papers complete tool kit,
Runs well.
Brakes just been overhauled.
A bargain, at $8000. A very reluctant sale as health will
not allow me to give the car the care and attention these
cars need.
Phone John Kelly 0418 832 789
Member 2949
For Sale
1968 420, 3 Owners since new. Original rego
number. Silver Grey interior, Reconditioned engine
5,000 kms ago! Tyres good. twin stainless exhaust.
Brakes done this year. Car was on chaffeur plates
early 2000s. Currently on historic registration.
$11,000 offers considered. David Cowperwaite.
Phone (08) 8842 1880
Mobile 0419 035 946
Reluctant Sale but i need something with airconditioning for regular Melbourne runs!
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For Sale
SNG BARRATT UK RHS FUEL TANK FOR XJ6, XJ12 & Sovereign
Bought Dec 2009 as SNG BARRATT UK were having a sale.
Includes washer and locking ring
Hidden freight handling cost meant the tank cost me $800! (Learnt a lesson)
Buy now $500, Pick up from Prospect SA or collected at JDCSA General meeting.
Tom Herraman (0458 508 432)
For Sale
Mk2, 1964 3.8 auto
Re-built from the ground up. Body has been completely restored and has no rust. The
engine has been total overhauled by a Jag mechanic and runs very sweet. The gearbox
has been rebuilt also.
Please phone 83811003 work hrs 0409287699 mobile.
Chris Cooper (club member)
(Ad placed 24 Jan 2010)
For Sale
Mark X & 420G Parts
Jim Tucker has the following items for sale:
1. New radiator
2. Bonnet in excellent cond.
3. Complete rear end.
4. Headlight chrome surrounds.
(Ad placed 25 Jan 2010)
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For Sale
For Sale - Restored 1967 Mk II 3.8 (Club Members Car)
Contact on 83708843.
For Sale
“Pepperpot” wheels, good condition, with tyres. $400
PH: Simon 0409 923 228
(Advertisement placed 31 Mar 2010)
WANTED
XJ6 S2 in local area (ie SA)
Auto and in very good condition throughout. Needs to be a “Turn Key” reliable car with a
service history and no major repairs required.
Contact Mick
Ph: 8864 2251
(Advertisement placed - 22 Feb 2010)
WANTED
XJS (late model if possible)
Prefer a manual if one exists and would like a local car. Prefer a driver but will consider
any well looked after car.
Contact Dave
Ph: 0407 481 092
(Advertisement placed - 22 Feb 2010)
WANTED
Tyre 6.7 x 16 Firestone,
Ross Rasmus Ph 8356 7041, [email protected]
Ad placed 13 May 2010
Give Away - Tyres (Must take all)
3 tyres 215/70VR15, Suit XJS HE
(2 x German Dunlops legal tread 1x Pirelli P5 50% tread
You want one - you must take all 3.
Ring Andrew 0417 890 599
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The Cat’s Giggle
An elderly couple, Margaret and Bert, moved to Texas.
Bert always wanted a pair of authentic cowboy boots so, seeing some on sale, he bought them and wore them home.
Walking proudly, he sauntered into the kitchen and said to his wife, "Notice anything different about me?"
Margaret looked him over. "Nope"
Frustrated, Bert stormed off into the bathroom, undressed and walked back into the kitchen completely naked except for the
boots.
Again he asked Margaret, a little louder this time, "Notice anything different NOW?"
Margaret looked up and said in her best deadpan, "Bert , what's different? It's hanging down today, it was hanging down
yesterday, it'll be hanging down again tomorrow."
Furious, Bert yelled , "AND DO YOU KNOW WHY IT'S HANGING DOWN , MARGARET?"
"Nope. Not a clue", she replied.
"IT'S HANGING DOWN, BECAUSE IT'S LOOKING AT MY NEW BOOTS!!!!"
Without missing a beat Margaret replied, "Shoulda bought a hat, Bert. Shoulda bought a hat."
Got a joke? Send it to the editors and we’ll put it in the CM