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AUGUST 2006 Cheap!VOL 28 NO. 8

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This years Show & Shine set a new record of 350cars registered and several more that came in after weran out of dash plaques. Based on the past couple ofyears, this may be the average number of cars to expectin the future. Then again, that think was said when webroke 200 cars.

One of the highlights of the year was the attendanceof Galen Govier. Galen is a nationally recognized Moparexpert who was in Alaska authenticating a few Mopars.You can learn more about Galen from his web site at:www.gvgovier.com.

There were two awards this year, the “Jay OfsthunMemorial Choice” and “Mr. Ed’s Pick”. Jay Ofsthun wasa co-founder of the Show & Shine and a member ofboth MSSRAandAntiqueAuto Mushers ofAlaska. Theaward is a joint effort of both clubs memorializes him.MSSRA normally arranges for senior citizen to select acar that is at least 25 years old and AAMA presentingthe winner a plaque. AAMA also has a traveling trophythat documents the past winners. This being the 20thAnniversary of Jay Ofsthun’s passing, we wanted some-one special to make the pick for this year and selectedPhil Anderson, Jay’ best friend and brother in-law. Phillooked for a car he could see Jay driving. Jay was a Cali-fornian and liked music, Phil could see him cruising inTim Smith’s ’67 VW Bus with the great stereo system.Thank Phil for making this difficult choice and CON-GRATULATIONS to Tim!

The “Mr. Ed’s Pick” is a new for this year. Ed Park isnot only the other co-founder of the event, but many

350 Cars at this Year’s Show & Shine

time past president of MSSRA, National Street RodAs-sociation State Representative for the past 17 years, anda pioneer of MSSRA. Ed and his wife Clair moved toMissouri last month and we wanted to make sure hewasn’t forgotten. It was decided that an award would begiven that is selected by the MSSRA President and/orthe National Street Rod Association State Representa-tive in his honor. Since Lenny Olson was a candidatefor NSRAState Rep, he and MSSRAPresident Bob Pil-lion were given the task for finding a car that Ed Park

Pictured from left to right are Antique Auto MuscherPresident Jim Fredenhagen, Jay Ofsthun Choice winnerTime Smith, award selector Phil Anderson, MSSRAPresident Bob Pillion.

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SUN RUNNER AUGUST 2006

Ray Elleven, Editor

The Sun Runner is the official publica-tion of the Midnight Sun Street Rod As-sociation of Anchorage, Alaska and ispublished most months by the SunRunner’s Elite Staff. Unless otherwisenoted, all articles are written by the edi-tor, Ray Elleven. If you find a mistake inthis issue, please consider it could bethere for a purpose. The Sun Runnerstaff tries to print something for every-one and some people are always look-ing for mistakes!

DISCLAIMER: We print just enough ofthe truth to support interesting articles.Most quotes are what should have beensaid.

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• Aug 25 - HANGOVER CRUISEA Valley Cruzer’s Event

• Aug 31-Sep 7 - Cottonwood Creek Mall Car Display - WasillaA Valley Cruzer’s Event

• Sep 9 - Freedom Flag Run – Starts at Palmer Carrs at 10 AMA Valley Cruzer’s Event

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• Sep 23 - Looky Here Cruise• Oct 7-8 - Alaska Hot Rides and Custom Chopper Show

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Department of CorrectionsLast month’s article on Ed Park had the wrong year for his Corvette, it’s a1968 Corvette. Also, Dave Smith’s Corvette is a 1996. Must be anotherfamous Ray Elleven Sun Runner test better known as a typo.

Ben Holeman’s been a littleunder the weather lately. He wason a fishing charter and fell in theboat breaking two ribs anddislocated two more. Must beREAL painful.

NSRA Announces State RepFred Williams, National Street Rod Association Division Director, has

appointed Lenny Olson NSRA State Representative for Alaska. Lenny waswas one of four candidates for the position. CONGRATULATIONS Lenny!

The Sumners have made to Colorado with no problems. They have startedto building their new home and hope to have it finished by Thanksgiving.“I just can’t wait for my new kitchen with all new appliances,” said Sandiin a recent phone conversation. They even sent a photo of Jim’s new ride.. . . Check out the August 2006 Edition of CruZin’ Magazine and you’llfind an article about this year’s KOOL Kruz on page 8 written by John &Suz Troutner. Way to Go! Keep reading to page 33 and you’ll find anarticle on the Juneau Dipsticks. No, they are not club made of legislaturesGREAT coverage for Alaska.

For a complete listing of 2006 events, check out or web site!

SUN RUNNER AUGUST 2006 PAGE 3

MEMBERSHIP REPORTLife Members 10Members 163Total Members as of December 31, 2005 191New Members Since January 1, 2006 30Members Dropped 25Total Members as of July 15, 2006 196

New Members This MonthEd Doody ’65 Mustang GTMichael & Susan Lavin ’62 Chevy ImpalaDon & Kelley Williams ’69 El CaminoClint & Melissa VanNoy ’62 Corvette

’68 Camaro’68 Firebird

Kevin & Fran Arseneau ’65 VW Bus

ProspectsNone at this time

Pres SezbyBob Pillion

Want a list of all the members? A list with phone numbers,address, etc.? They are available to members only for non com-mercial purposes. Call Ray Elleven at 337-5860 or email him [email protected]. He can mail it to you or e-mailit in a PDF format.

Hello to all. The summer is fast leaving us withFall just on the horizon as evidenced by the recent(and continuing) rains and of course the approachingAlaska State Fair. Reminds me of the summers Iencountered when I first got up to Alaska in 1985.

Well, all of our big MSSRA events are behind usleaving us with our Thursday Night Cruises and a fewValley Cruzers events for the most part. Once againJerry Miller allowed us to visit his home and enjoysome of his collection and his hospitality on one of ourcruises. Another chance to share some food, fun, andentertainment with good friends. Thanks Jerry andSara.

While on the subject of cruises, we all owe a bigthanks to KB, our 2006 cruise director, for an awe-some job. Some of us enjoyed the freebies that most ofthe establishments threw our way for patronizing theirbusinesses on our cruises. I sincerely hope our clubmembers had the chance to get out and enjoy at leastsome of our events. I also hope you had the opportu-nity to join us at the Hot Summer Nights in Palmer.The weather was agreeable and everyone seemed toenjoy the evening. One of our own, Kim Nissen wontwo awards including the coveted People’s ChoiceAward.

There are still a few events remaining for the yearso check out the Newsletter and Sun Spams. Since thelast newsletter we celebrated the biggest event our clubproduces, the 28th Annual Jay Ofsthun Show and Shinesponsored by NAPAAuto Parts. What an awesomeday; sunshine, shiny cars and trucks, and lots of peopleto enjoy it. A great big thanks go to all the helpersfrom the various car clubs that stepped up and madethis event a little easier and a lot more fun. This wasthe first year where we had several vendors on thefield and this partnership worked well for our club, thevendors, and for the visitors. We had another greatturnout like last year, breaking 350 vehicles. Bad

GENTLE THOUGHTS FOR TODAY...If you think there is good in everybody,you haven’t met everybody.

choice of words. No, we didn’t break 350 vehicles, weenjoyed over 350 vehicles. Back on track, we alsoenjoyed the music of Johnny Fitts and the Long GoneDaddies again. If you like Rockabilly you gotta lovethese guys. A great big thanks goes to Ray Elleven forchairing this years Show and Shine. Great job Ray.For those that are interested, we still have T-shirtsavailable from the Pre-Show and Shine and the Showand Shine for only $5.00 each.

Also, I want to offer a special thanks to those hardysouls that came out for the MDA Summer Camp onAugust 9th at Birchwood Airport. I was unable to showup but we did have a few folks support this worthyevent offering the kids the rides they so much enjoy.

Well, September will be here soon and time for thefirst membership meeting after the summer fun. We’reback at the UAA Housing Commons on campus,September 26th, 7 PM. Hope to see you there.


The Pre-Show & Shine started out with 15 or 20people getting together the night before the Show & Shinehas grown to a major event with its own identity. Thisyear’s McDonalds’ Pre Show & Shine Car Show was awell organized event with 122 registered cars compet-ing for 11 awards.

The Door Prizes were a great touch to an already spec-tacular show.Abig thanks to all who donated door prizes.

Thanks to the volunteer t-shirt sales staff who: DaniciaClausen, Brittany Scott, Katie Bee, Treat Main, and KimHammill

And finally, special that’s to McDonalds on Diamondand Jewel Lake for hosting this event and to DuaneClausen and Bruce Main for chairing another great Pre-Show & Shine.

McDonalds’ Pre Show & Shine Car Show

When voting for Most Potential, the spectators must ofhave thinking Bob Pillion’s 1966 Buick Rivera with ablown engine, radical chopped top, shaved door handles,and those wheels that spin when the car stops. Maybethey were thinking of it as lowrider? What ever they werethinking, Bob won Most Potential

JON WARD

TWO $50.00 GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR SIMPATICO

NAPA ON SPENARD

ONE CASE OF 5-30W OIL

JEWEL LAKE CARRS

ONE $30.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE

DIMOND CENTER ROUND TABLE PIZZA

FIVE $20.00 GIFT CERTIFICATES

JAN BURFORD

HANDMADE BEADED JEWELRY

A VERY BIG THANKS for the Door Prizes

RICK AND KIM NISSEN

TWO PETERBUILT KNIVES,ONE PETERBUILT FLASHLIGHT

ONE SET OF DRIVING LIGHTS

JEFF WILLIAMS OF MEINEKE

EIGHT OIL CHANGE CERTIFICATES

RICK LYSOGORSKI

FORD GT POSTERS

JERRY MILLER

PLAYERS SET $20.00 VALUE

WRENCH SET $20.00 VALUE


Best Air CooledTime Smith ’67 VW Bus

Best AntiqueBob Bartlett 1931 Ford

Best TruckKB Bettisworth 1954 GMC

Best MuscleLarry Sawyer 1969 Camaro

Best ImportKevin Campbell 1983 Delorian

Best Street RodJerry Miller 1934 Ford Roadster

Best SportsRick Lysogorski’s 65 Shelby Cobra

Best MOPARJim Wojciehowski 69 ½ Road Runner

Best GMJohnny Elsworth 1963 Impala

Best FordTerry Pfleiger 40 Ford Coupe

Tied for Best Import but wasn’tpresent to winSteve Roberson 1974 Baja VW

GOOD ADVICE &OTHER TIDBITS

Don’t be irreplaceable.If you can’t be replaced,you can’t be promoted.


would have liked. Since Ed likes customs, street rods,and Corvettes, they selected Dave Hutchins 1932 NashCoupe with all Corvette C-4 running gear and suspen-sion. CONGRATULATIONS DAVE!

This year’s show went smoother any of the past shows.Spectators and car owners had nothing but good to say.There always seems to be a few complaints but this yearthe only complaints were about the music volume whichwere out weighted by music complements. Eventuallywe’ll find a happy medium.

A BIGALASKATHANKS the many MSSRAmem-bers and the other clubs who stepped up to help makethis our most successful Show & Shine ever! Specialthanks Terry Erikainen, Jane Keller, and Lynda Edwardsfor taking care of the t-shirt sales and everyone whomanned the entry ramps on both the main field and theoverflow filed, especially Charlie Laurence and the Brit-ish Sports Cars of Alaska members. Thank you all verymuch!

And let’s not forget the sponsors who made this pos-sible: McDonalds of Jewel Lake & Lake Otis who gotus in the mood with the Pre-Show & Shine; WarningLits of Alaska who loaned us the traffic cones to lay outthe field; Fred’s Towing & Recovery for the outstandingstage;Alaska Sound Labs for the outstanding sound sys-tem, and of course our major sponsor, NAPA Truck &Auto Parts.

As you can tell from the pictures, there was some-thing for everyone at this year’s Show & Shine.

Above: Fred Stauber of Fred’s Towing had the perferctstage for Johnny Fitts and the Long Gone Daddies, areally nice tricked out roll back car hauler.Right: Galen Govier and his daughter pose with JimWojciehowski’s 1969 ½ Road Runner. Galen was inAlaska authenticating local Mopars.

Dave Hutching of Soldotna receives his “Mr Ed Pick”award from Bob Pillion. This award is picked by theMSSRA President and NSRA State Representative whopicks a car event co-founder Ed Park would have liked.

Show & Shine continued


Antique Auto Mushers were out inforce.

The Anchorage Corvette Asscoationbrought out a few cars

The Anquie Power & Tractor Clubhad real tractors and toy tractors.

All kinds of Mopars made the show.The Bristish Sports Cars of Alaskahad major presents.

How about a “heard of poines”?

Terry Sudut’s T-Bucket drew quite acrowd all day.

Mitch Mitchell’s ‘51 Ford is a fineexample of a true custom.

TheArcticAir Cooled VW Club hadan excellent turnout.

Mopar Lady Kelly Schittenhelmmade the trip from Seward in her 71’Dodge Charger.

Nat Gardner brought out her ‘73 F250,two ‘56 Ford Pickups and parked themalong side Brad Tischer’s ‘56 Ford PU.

Ross & Alice Jardine’s ‘36 Ford Coupeis still looking good.


Bear Paw Car Show

Best Stock Restored Pre 48 &Ambassador’s Choice went to BarryFowler’s 1912 Model T

Threatening rains didn’t dampen the spirits for the Bear Paw Car Show.Several cars were there before the start time of 6:00 pm and by 7:30 pmthere were 119 cars were proudly displayed. Just before 8:00 pm it startedraining moose and caribou just as the judges were wrapping up their work.The awards were presented early because of the nasty rain. Not shown inthe pictures is Bear Paw Princess Court Choice, a ’72 Corvette. We did notget the name of owner.

Best Stock Restored Post 48Robert Vandenberg, 1970 Challenger

Best ImportTim Smith, ’67 VW Bus

Best TruckJerry Uptmor, 1972 K5 Blazer

Best Street MachineMike Leslie ’68 Camaro

Best Street RodPerry Cowles ’32 Ford Roadster

Best Best CompetitionRick Nessen, ’67 Camaro

Best Sports CarScott Anderson, ‘85 Ferreira

Bear Paw ParadeIt stopped raining just in time for

the Bear Paw parade. We were thesecond to last entry and wouldn’t youknow it, just as we passed the review-ing stand, it started raining. Hangingin there for this year’s parade wereRay Elleven, 1959 El Camino; Art& Jane Keller, 1965 Mercury Cy-clone; Nat Gardner, 1956 FordPickup; and Neil Noll, 1950 FordPickup.


Swap ShopSwap Shop ads are a service of the Sun Runner and theMidnight Sun Street Rod Association for it’s members andother individuals who wish to advertise an item or vehicle forsale. Advertisements are printed on a space available ba-sis. Contact Ray Elleven, Editor of the SUN RUNNER atthe address located elseplace in this newsletter or call himat 337-5860. All phone numbers listed are area code 907unless otherwise noted.

1982 Camaro - T-Top, 305 engine, only $2,996 Call 223-8523 cellor 569-0211 home. (8/06)WANTED Looking for heated secure storage/garage bay for myRoadrunner for this winter. Jim 333-4462 (8/06)1970 GTO – a really nice car, Only $25,000 call Bill Payton at561-2090. (8/06)1995 CHEVY ONE-TON DUALLY CREW CAB - ULTIMATEMOVING OR RACING RIG 71,000 Miles; Great Shape; Alumi-num Weld Wheels, Running Boards, 454 Big Block Edelbrock S.S.Headers, high flow aluminum water pump, Flexalite electric fanswith variable speed controller, MSD ignition, auxiliary fuel tank,extra gauges, two spare tires and wheels and other extras.$10,000.00MATCHING 42' HAULMARK FIFTH-WHEEL ENCLOSEDTRAILER -Triple-axle, living quarters sleeps up to four, kitchen,refrigerator, hot/cold sink and shower, toilet, holds 74 gallons wa-ter, macerator pump, Honda generator, UPS, storage batteries, 12vand 120v lighting, exterior spot lights, side access door, ramp reardoor with add-on ramps, winch, tie-downs, heat and air condition-ing, two spare tires and wheels. $13,000.00PACKAGE PRICE $21,000.00CALL 907-399-4600 or 907-235-4861 or e-mail:[email protected] (8/06)1977 Ranchero GT. - 30,000 miles on rebuilt 351/400. Well pre-served, excellent for project. Includes replacement front end andfender, shop manuals, other extras. $1950 OBO. Call (8/06)

Michael at 258-2877 or email [email protected] RT10 Viper – V-10 engine, 6 speed, and only 57,000 mileson this black beauty. Only $40,000. Call Ray Agen at 230-8073. (7/06)1975 Buick LeSabre Convertible – V8, Automatic, AM/FM with8 Track, 75,000 miles. This two owner Fairbanks car is in goodcondition with no rust and always garaged. Asking $12,000 OBO,call 344-3929. (7/06)318ci Dodge Engine - Complete and was running strong taken outof a 1986 Dodge pickup and has only 50,000 miles on it. Asking$350 obo. Contact Gary Rojeski at 245-1700 or 240-4096. (7/06)1964 Mercedes Benzes 230SL. Call Mitch Mitchell at 246-7826(7/06)1958 DeSoto - Yep, it’s got a Hemi. Call Mitch Mitchell at 246-7826 . (7/06)1934 Chevy Master Sedan Street Rod - All steel with small blockCorvette L-81 Engine, automatic transmission, independent frontsuspension, tilt wheel, and air conditioning. Only $28,500 call Steveat 440-7141 or e-mail him at [email protected] for more info.

2006 Thursday NightCruise Schedule• We meet at the Sears parking lot at the corner of

Northern Lights & the Seward Highway at 6 PMdeparting at 6:45 PM.

• Don’t have a street rod or cool car? Bring out theregular family car.

• The objective is to have fun cruising the streetsand roads of Alaska.

• Thursday Cruise Night Schedule is subject tochange! If only a few cars show or questionableweather, an alternative destination might beannounced that night.

• Questions, contact MSSRA Cruise DirectorKB Bettisworth at 276-7862

Date DestinationAug 24 Pizza by Guido’sAug 31 The Bar-B-Q PitSep 7 Tastee FreezSep 14 Peggy’s CaféSep 21 Romano’s

Lenny & Anne Olson would to thank everyone thatshowed up for theAnnual PIG-NIK in the torrential downpouring rain, They gave out 35 dash plaques and 25 teeshirts. About 60 plus people showed up to devour a 90lb pig and a bunch of other stuff.

And a big THANKS to Lenny & Anne for hostinganother great Pignic.

6th Annual Pignic


MSSRA STUFF FOR SALE

MSSRA LICENSE

PLATE PLAQUES

$20.00

2006 JAY OFSTHUN

MEMORIAL SHOW & SHINE

AND PRE-SHOW & SHINE

T-SHIRTS WERE $10.00NOW ONLY $5.00

MSSRAWINDOW DECALS

$1.00

CONTACT

RAY ELLEVEN AT 337-5860

MSSRA T-ShirtsBlack or Gray

$20.00 EACH ($15.00 EACH FOR MEMBERS)TANK TOPS

&2006 CALENDARS

ONLY $3.00

QUOTE OF THE MONTH“It matters not whether you win or lose; whatmatters is whether I win or lose!” Damin Weinberg

SUN RUNNER AUGUST 2006 PAGE 11Rates

Full page $100 per issueHalf page $50 per issueQuarter page $25 per issueBusiness Card (3 1/2"X2") $35 for 12 issuesDouble Business Card (4" by 3 1/2") $50 for 12 issues

Advertising Policy as of January 1999. The same ad (exceptbusiness cards) running multiple issues receive a 10% discountper month. No charge for MSSRA events, Swap Shop automo-tive related classified ads from individuals, non MSSRA eventslisted in the monthly calender

441-4083

2006 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT BOB PILLION 688-5887VICE PRESIDENT BRUCE MAIN 344-1947SECRETARY WAYNE MORRISON 344-8445TREASURER BUTCH VONLOLHOFFEL 258-7203MEMBERS-AT-LARGE DUANE CLAUSEN 522-3180

MIKE SCHOWEN 332-6206RAY AGEN 344-7526

DEAD LINE FOR THE NEXT SUN RUNNER IS SEPTEMBER 8, 2006

MIDNIGHT SUN STREET ROD ASSOCIATIONP.O. BOX 92061ANCHORAGE, AK 99509

IF THERE IS A RED MARK ON YOUR MAILING LABEL,THIS IS YOUR LAST NEWSLETTER

Freedom Flag RunSaturday September 9 at 10 AMPalmer Carrs Store

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