www.adelaideantiqueauto.org.au April 2018 No 384

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The articles and views expressed in this newsletter are not nec-

essarily those of the editor, the committee of the AAAC or the

contributor

OTHER APPOINTMENTS NON COMMITTEE

• Hi Members

• The first quarter of the year has passed very quick-ly. Before you know it will be time for the AGM. Please start thinking about if you would like to become a member of the com-mittee to keep the club active.

• Cheers Carol

Editor CLUB DIRECTORY

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Verification Officer Arthur Doecke 8261 0356

Alistair Buckley 8370 5560

Assistant Historic Brian Davey 8265 1358 / 0400 826 969

Vehicle Registrar Unit 9/20 Amber Rd, Hope Valley 5098

Alistair Buckley

Ric Ottaway 8431 4054

CCC Rep Brian & Cynthia Davey

Federation Rep Brian Davey

Assistant Federation Rep Arthur Doecke

Newsletter Production John & Robyn Sommers

Swap meet Reports Neil Perrin

Webmaster /name badges Steve Thiselton

President Vacant

Vice President Shane Conry 82895585

11 Quality Crt Wynn Vale 5127

Secretary Charlie Mifsud 0417 878 857

19 Austral Tce Malvern 5061

Treasurer Brenton Watkins 8296 3472

52 Yarmouth St South Brighton 5048

Club Captain Peter Williams 82645494

10 Canara Ave Para Hills 5096

Committee Members Arthur Doecke 8261 0356

15 Patricia St Hillcrest 5086

Membership Sec. & Steve Thiselton 8431 4326

Public Officer 30 Moules Road Magill 5072

Editor Carol – Ann Williams

aaaclubeditor@gmail.com

Historic Vehicle Brian Collins 8381 4484

Registrar 51 Horndale Drive Happy Valley 5159

Basil Rowe 83251907

1926 OVERLAND WHIPPET TOURER

1926 RUGBY 4 TOURER

1929 AUSTIN 7 CHUMMY

AAA WEBBSITE www.adelaideantiqueauto.org.au Have a look its in colour, if you would prefer an electronic

copy please contact the club Webb Master, Steve Thiselton,

he will add you to his mailing list. Show your friends on their

computer ! They are also welcome to our club.

VINTAGE SPORTS CAR GATHERING 18 MARCH

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ADVANCE NOTICE

The Treasurer will not be available at the May Club meetings to col-

lect subs for 2018/2019 Membership.

You will be able to pay at the April and June meetings.

Please have the correct money—$40.00

Please update your email address, telephone number and address at

the time of payment

Sunday started off a windy, cloudy and generally unpleasant day to have a display of Vintage Sports Cars, but when I arrived at the clubrooms, the car park was full ! The Chrysler and Rover Car Clubs had also decided to start their day there, so that made a good scene to start off from. The trip up Anzac Highway was straight forward, and we were soon marshalled into our area, with most of our club parked together. There was an excellent display of vehicles from many eras, including cars, trucks and motorcycles, mostly in very good condition. I was interested to see one old bike from the 20’s, which during it’s life had the engine removed and used as a stationary engine to drive a pump, then later the same engine had been used as the base for a coffee-table ! The indignity !!! Fortunately, the bike was once again complete and in running order. By about 2-00pm quite a few vehicles began to leave, but by then the weather had improved greatly, and a pleas-

ant day was had by all.

John Sommers

Terry Govett Ford Mustang 1964

Dick & Inez Johnson Austin Lancer 1958

John Sommers MGB Tourer 1969

Ian & Judith Matthews Toyota Corona 1968

Martin Scott Ford Coupe 1933

Brian Collins & Bazz Oakland 1924

Roger Keane EJ Holden St Wagon 1962

Gary Morden BF Ford Ute 1907

D & I Johnson Nissan 2003

G Morden Ford 2007

Rob & Marie Winen & Isaac Joyce Holden HQ 1974

C Costanzo Fiat 1500 1961

Basil Rowe MK III Zephyr 1964

Malcolm & Carly Goldsworthy MG 1969

John & Jenny Badcock Morris Oxford MO 1952

Shane Conry Essex 1927

Dennis Fordham Rosalie Elsworth Colt 1100F 1969

VINTAGE SPORTS CLUB GATHERING

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1923 CEIRANO 1924 OAKLAND 1927 ESSEX ROADSTER

1958 AUSTIN LANCER ZEPHYR MKIII 1964 MG 1969

1913 MODEL T FORD 1914 HUMBERETTE 1929 CHEVROLET

1934 FORD COUPE 1935 FORD PHEATON 1947 VAUXHALL

1934 TRIUMPH X07 1925 VELOCETTE 1927 BSA 250

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General Events Calendar

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APRIL

Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th April 33rd Power of the Past Mt Barker Oval Swap Meet Sunday 8th April 7 am Sunday 8th April Gawler to Barossa Veteran & Vintage Run Sunday 8th April Rock ‘N’ Roll Rendezvous National Motor Museum Birdwood Sunday 15th April WMC Swap meet Woodside Oval, Onkaparinga Valley Road, Woodside 27th— 30th April Hillman National Rally at Victor Harbor

MAY

Sunday 6th May Gawler Caravan Camping & Swap Meet with Trash and Treasure Princes Park Nixon Terrace, Gawler 8 am Sunday 6th May British Classics Tour 2018 Hosted by Historic Motor Vehicles Club, Fleurieu Peninsula Entries close 18th April 2018 Ph 0430 011 457 Sunday 20th May Civic Park Historic Car & Motorcycle Show Civic Park North East Road Modbury Pirie & Districts Automotive Restorers Club Inc 17th Biennial Rally 19th-20th-21st May 2018 Entries Closing Date 4th May 2018 (08) 8636 5062 Sunday 27th May Kapunda Swap Meet Kapunda Trotting Track 41 Hancock Road, Kapunda 8 am

JUNE

Sunday 10th June Kadina Swap Meet, Show ’n’ Shine & Market Kadina Showgrounds, Kadina Sunday 17th June 13th Sedan Swap Meet Sedan Football Oval, Sedan Sunday 17th June AAA Xmas in June Lunch at the Bridgewater Mill Details in next newsletter

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AAA GENERAL EVENTS

Hot Weather Rule

If the temperature is 35 degrees or above, there will be no organised club run. However, if you wish to participate on any run it

will be voluntary, your choice. This does not apply to the Christmas run. As broadcast on Channel 7 TV news, on the Saturday

evening prior to a run.

for more swap meet info www.bevenyoung.com.au

Have an idea for a run?

Why not help organize a club run

AAA. Club Run. Sunday the 22 April 2018.

Gully Drives to Lunch.

Come with Malcolm & Carly, 0412 341 115

Another Highly Scenic Drive Tour Through the North Eastern Suburbs and Hills.

This is an all Weather run, so come in your Air conditioned modern, or your old car. We are booked as a Private function into a Private Dining Room.

The EUREKA Hotel at Salisbury is owned by the same owner as the Williston Hotel for that 3 course meal at those excellent prices, senior’s lunches-$8.00. They widely cater for Gluten Free Meals.

Meet & start from the Car Park of Mannix Air Cond & Floors Direct 8/83 Saints Road

Salisbury Plain.

The address is the corner of Main North Road and Saints Road Salisbury Plain.

Enter via Saints Road, Turn in at the end of the construction fence.

Meeting at 10-15am, leaving 10-30am.

After the guided drive, we should be seated for lunch by around midday.

Meetings, third Friday of each month

(except December)

April 20th 2018 8.00 pm

Combined Car Club Rooms

Committee Meeting

Monday April 23rd 2018

SUNDAY 20TH MAY MORRIS CAR CLUB TOGETHER WITH THE ADELAIDE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB

Invites you to come along and join in a run on this day

Meet Glandore Centre Clubrooms Time 10.00 am for 10.30 am departure

The route will traverse many of the metropolitan beaches before turning inland for a bring your own lunch at a park.

A run sheet with instructions will be provided on the day and the anticipated distance is approximately 46kms all of which

will be on bitumen roads.

So put in your diary and come along on the day to meet a new group of motoring friends

Contact either Peter Williams 0407 476 759 AAA Club or John Cooper 0408 828 921 Morris Car Club

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Bits and Pieces

CLUB CAR

BADGES

Now Available

$20.00 each FEDERATION WEBSITE

www.fhmcsa.org.au

Post your thoughts on the Federation or Conditional

Registration, let people know of events of interest,

seek technical help or buy, sell or swap.

Bits and Pieces

For Sale

Models cars, Dinky, Corgi etc

mainly Studebaker models

U.S.A Models quite rare

Pocket watches

Studebaker pocket watches in

working condition 90 to 100 Years old

they all come with a watch holder and

plastic dome to cover them.

Contact Ray Crunkhorn

Call Anytime 0417 876 286

Notice to Advertisers

All Vehicles offered for sale should

quote their registration number or en-

gine number if not registered

Advert will appear for 3 months from first

publish

WANTED

Boot, Spare Wheel or Tool Box Lock uses a square key mine is missing its cover. Lucas 516 Park/Side Light usually chrome small bullet type that’s was fitted to Austin A30/35’s AJS, Matchless Motorcycles and other vehicles. Also Information about a Lucas Tail Light same shape as the 1950’s British Motorcycles had fitted without a globe holder bulge, probably fitted standard to several British Vehicles. These are required for a English double adult Saloon Sidecar I have purchased

John Badcock 0437210896

BOOT LID LOCK BOOT LID TAIL LIGHT

MOUNT

LUCAS 516

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AUSTIN OVERBOARD!

When 22 cars were dumped into Vancouver’s English Bay

The British built Austin 40made quite a splash in Vancouver, British Columbia in 1952. Twenty-two splashed, in fact. Right into English Bay.

On purpose. Beginning in 1932, Vancouver auto dealer Fred Deeley served as the official distributor of building a left-hand-drive model for

export in 1948. The small, four cylinder Austin A40 was offered in several forms, coupe, pickup truck, van even a ambulance and it proved

to be popular in the western Canadian province and other parts of the world. Unfortunate Deeley’s wild Austin ride was about to hit a bit of

a speed bump. In April 28 1952 the Dutch ship Dongedy, carrying 50 Austin A40 cars and light trucks caught fire in Vancouver Harbour. On

May 9 under the supervision of a customs official, 22 damaged A40s –stripped of their tyres and batteries were loaded onto a barge, towed

to the entrance of Howe Sound, pulled one by one into the water by cables linked to a tugboat and were sunk to their watery grave. After a

tugboat crew was seen dragging the bottom of English Bay, the Sun published a follow-up story warning anyone who hoped to snag a free

Austin or two that they ought to consider the consequences. “the legal situation is ticklish. The card have paid no duty...and ownership is

still vested with the company that had them dunked. The warning apparently worked. “to my knowledge, the Austin's have never been

disturbed, “says Edwards, who is now a partner with the Vancouver based publish relations firm Peak Communications ltd. As a long-time

news reporter, Edwards has heard some interesting tales over the years, none quite a memorable as they day that 22 Austin's met their fate

in English Bay. “I have written hundreds of stories about classic cars, but this one is the most unique.” he says. “Could you image if an auto

manufacturer di the now?” A 1952 article published in the Vancouver Sun

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FOLLOW UP ON PAM’S RIDE

As a follow up to the PAMS Ride on the run back to WA Beetle was shown these photos taken in 1950 they show Winifred

working on the Royal Enfield. The vehicle is a 1949 Ford single spinner ute, guess the guys in the ute were surprised when they

came across Winifred, note the ute is parked in the middle of the road you could not do that now.

Total raised so far is $40,130.00

John and Jenny Badcock

Heard about this sidecar about thirty years ago it is a 1961 Busmar Astral III, a double adult saloon body. It had been entombed

between two sheds for 40 or more years, originally attached to a 650 BSA it is the only example in South Australia. The chassis

needs a lot of work having been outside for decades, but the saloon body has been sealed off to the world for 40-50 years and I

think it would be wrong to do a full restoration and Jenny agrees. It took six of us two hours to extract the body from its home,

even a shed wall had to be removed then replaced.

JOHN’S SHED FIND A 1961 BUSMAR ASTRAL III

GM DAY SHOW & SHINE GAWLER MARCH 2018

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VINTAGE CAR GATHERING—THE PARKLANDS

The weather was very kind on the day that the Vintage Cars to 1931 display was to be held. I drove direct to the event and arrived shortly

after 10.00am There were already a significant number of cars present and the marshals for the day were busy parking all of the cars so

that all were reversed in as star formations. This made it very easy for the cars to be viewed and also for the owners to leave the event

without disturbing other owners. Very practical.

Alistair Buckley arrived just behind me in his 1923 Ceirano and our cars were parked in the same formations. There were some spectacular

cars on display ranging from a veteran 3 wheel cane bodied unit (looked very French) that was powered by front wheel drive to an impres-

sive yellow 1930 Packard 8 Cylinder Roadster. I am guessing there would have been about 130 vintage and veteran cars at least on display.

Others that I saw included Model T Fords, Model A Fords, 1923 Essex, 1946 Hudson Coupe and a 1938 Morris Coupe. There were vastly

more cars there than I have listed and more arriving by the minute.

Our club arrived and were able to park on the pavement behind the display along with an already assembled collection of classic cars and

the old modern. These classics themselves ultimately formed an impressive display and I noted many people were looking at these as much

as the Veteran and Vintage cars.

I was able to catch up with many members and chatted a while. I was unable to determine if the big Fire Engine with the high lift boom was set up for the display or was undergoing a field trial at the same location. The operators appeared to be all togged up so presumably on duty. Either way it provided another attraction for the event. This event improves each year. It is not very often that you can see a good range of cars from early to late models in such small venue on a hard surface. The organisers also set up a free raffle for those attending and have various stalls and service clubs present for food, drinks, coffee etc. Unfortunately for me I had a second engagement for the day and had to leave quite early. The weather looked like it was going to continue as a lovely autumn afternoon and I had to drag myself away. An easy ride to good event for a vintage car. Most worthwhile. SHANE CONRY

CLUB CAPTAINS REPORT

Thank you to the members who filled in for me on Sunday 18th March run.

The club has some interesting events organised for you the members, please make an attempt to attend the outings.

I will have an attendance form at the next meeting for members who wish to attend the June Xmas Luncheon on the 17th June at the

Bridgewater Mill, Bridgewater. I would like as many as possible to attended. Details to be discussed a the next meeting

A lot of effort is involved in organising all outings, so please make it a great day by attending.

The Morris Minor Car Cub has invited the AAA Car Club on a combined run on Sunday 22 May. Numbers are required for attendance.

Please submit any ideas for future runs and activities

Cheers Peter Williams

petewill42@gmail.com 8264 5494

Just for a laugh

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General Information 3 ROAD RULES YOU CAN BREAK IN AN EMERGENCY

RAA experts reveal some of the road rules you can break when an emergency vehicle has their lights flashing or sirens blaring… if it’s safe, of course.

Ever panicked seeing an ambulance or police car’s flashing lights in your rear-veiw mirror, or hearing the sound of their sirens blaring in the distance?

We wouldn’t go as far to say ‘rules were made to be broken’, but the law says you must do whatever you can to move out of the way – providing it’s safe to do so.

What the law says…

A driver mustn’t move into the path of an approaching emergency vehicle when their lights are flashing or sirens are activated.

If a driver finds themselves in the way, they must move as soon as they can safely do so. In fact, this requirement applies despite any other Australian Road Rule.

We take a look at three scenarios where the normal rules may not apply when an emergency vehicle has their lights or siren on.

1. Can I run a red light?

While red means stop, a motorist can enter the intersection to allow the ambulance to proceed if that’s the only option available and, of course, if it’s safe to do so.

Remember, it’s important to evaluate your safety in any such situation before moving into any oncoming traffic.

But, what happens if the intersection has a red light camera? You’ll probably be snapped, but it’s possible to challenge the photo if the emer-gency vehicle is also visible in the image.

A spokesperson for SA Ambulance said if you’re approaching an intersection with a red light, the best option is to stop beforehand so that ambulance has room to manoeuvre around you.

If in doubt, stop and remain stationary and the emergency vehicle will either work their way around you or wait until traffic starts moving again.

If you see an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, stop and let the emergency vehicle through, even if you have a green light and your lane of traffic is moving freely.

2. Do I have to indicate when changing lanes to move out of the way?

When you’ve got flashing lights in your rear-view mirror or loud sirens blaring around you, it can be hard to think clearly and you might for-get to flick your indicator on before moving into the other lane.

While the law states you must move out of the way as soon as it’s safe despite any other Australian Road Rule, RAA says using your indica-tors to signal your intention is vital – even more so during high pressure situations like this.

It’s never a good idea to cut other drivers off, but motorists in other lanes should do their best to let you squeeze in.

Did you know?

This is the penalty for obstructing an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or when its sirens are activated. $419.00 Plus, a $60 Victims of Crime Levy and three demerit points.

3. Can I drive onto a median strip to move out of the way?

You can mount a median strip to get out of the way provided your vehicle can safely do so. That means it’s probably not the best idea if you drive a small car that’s not built for going over bumps like this.

Keep in mind ambulances often need to mount median strips themselves to manoeuvre their way around stationary traffic. In this case, don’t drive over the median strip, as you could obstruct their path.

Sometimes it will be better for motorists to stay put if there’s not an obvious safe area to move into.

PUBLISHED RAA MARCH 2018

CARD FROM JUDY PRIDHAM

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CAN I BE FINED FOR RUNNING A YELLOW LIGHT?

Increasing numbers of motorists are being caught running yellow lights at intersections across South Australia, latest police figures show.

Last year police pulled over 535 drivers for failing to stop when approaching a yellow light, resulting in 363 cautions and 172 fines.

This was more than double the number of yellow light offences recorded in 2012, when 161 cautions and 105 fines were issued.

As a result, the total value of fines for running yellow lights has also increased, from $48,070 in 2012 to $87,658 last year, police records re-vealed.

RAA spokesman Graeme O’Dea said many motorists weren’t aware that the Australian Road Rules require them to stop when approaching a yellow traffic light, if it is safe to do so.

Yellow light offences are only detected by police and not fixed safety cameras.

The penalty for breaking this rule is a $454 fine, a $60 Victims of Crime levy and three demerit points.

“The penalties are the same for running a yellow light as they are for a red light for a reason – road safety,” Mr O’Dea said.

“Motorists are advised to understand the significance of a yellow light and not adopt the attitude of ‘I better hurry up because there’s a red light coming’.

“The dangers of running a yellow light from a road safety point of view are that the drivers increase the risk of a collision at an intersection.”

PUBLISH RAA MARCH 2018

TOP AREAS AS RECORDED IN THE SA MOTOR THE RAA MAGAZINE AUTUMN 2018

ADELAIDE 85 PARAFILED GARDENS 55 PARALOWIE 54 MORPHETT VALE 53 WHYALLA 52

MAWSON LAKES 43 SALISBURY SOUTH 43 MOUNT GAMBIER 35 ELIZABETH 34 ELIZABETH DOWNS 34

“Having your car stolen is a major inconvenience, and if you are not insured, a major financial set back”

Here is what you can do to reduce the chances of having your car stolen

Park in a garage or carport whenever possible

If you must park on the road, leave your car in a well-lit area

Install sensor lights in your driveway, as they are an excellent deterrent

Always lock you vehicle, even if you are only leaving for a coupe of minutes

Remove items of value from sight, and use your car alarm if you have one

If you do not have a car alarm, a steering wheel lock can be an effect deterrent

Do not put all your valuables in the boot, as most trunks are easily accessible

Make sure your vehicle is insured against theft

CAR THEFT HOTSPOTS

General Information

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Internet Sites of Interest

Austin 7 Club of SA www.austin7clubsa.com.au

Bordertown Vehicles Restorers Club www.bvrc.com.au

Chrysler restorers Club www.chrysler-restorers-sa.org.au

Federation of Historic Motoring Clubs of SA www.fhmcsa.org.au

Gawler Car Club www.gawlercarclub.onoz.net

Hillman car Club of SA www.sa.hillman.org.au

Maitland Auto Preservation Society www.maps-yp.org

Military Vehicle Collectors Society of SA www.military-vehicle-museum.org.au

AAAC General Meeting Minutes

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Minutes of the AAAC General Meeting held on the 16th March 2018 at CCC Clubrooms

Meeting opened - 8.00 pm; Meeting chaired by Past President Arthur Doecke. Present – 38 members.

Visitors -Nil.

Apologies - As per apologies book.

Sick List – Nil.

Minutes of previous meeting as printed in the Magazine -

Moved – Larry Clarke. Seconded – John Badcock. Carried.

Business arising from minutes - Nil.

Correspondence In –

F.H.M.C – Minutes of General meeting February 2018.

F.H.M.C. Log Book protocol.

Letters –. Police Credit Union. Australia Post PO Box Renewal.

Magazines – Crank Talk, Rover Drive; S.A Motor (RAA).

Up-coming Events – April 8th – Rock & Roll Rendezvous at the Birdwood Mill.

Correspondence Out – Nil

Business arising from the Correspondence - Nil

Membership Report - 96 members plus 1 pending.

Treasurers Report- Bank Balance $3731.38 plus Investments of $7000.00.

Editor – Away.

Historic Vehicle Registrar – Nothing to report.

Club Captain – Away

Federation Report – A. Doecke said he did not have much to report, the registration scheme for conditional registration is working well so far.

CCC Report – Nil.

Swap Meets – 11th March Campbelltown Swap Meet held at the Kilburn Oval this year was a good swap meet again.

General Business – Arthur asked members if anyone had anything of interest to talk about. A number of members spoke about auto auctions they had attended lately and what they had seen at the last swap meet they attended.

Malcolm Goldsworthy gave an update of his up-coming run in April, final details on member numbers at next month’s meeting.

Graham Banks will be at the Clubrooms on Sunday 18th March with an Indemnity Form for our Club Run to Park 23 on Anzac Highway.

Rex Parasiers asked how many members were attending this run and by the show of hands a good response, he also asked if any other members were going on the Gawler to Barossa Veteran and Vintage Run in April, not a good response this time.

Barry Scrimshaw gave a spill about the Ballarat Swap Meet.

Meeting closed at 8.26pm.

After the Club Meeting members were invited to stay and have a cuppa and chat amongst themselves.

General meetings: 8 pm, 3rd Friday (excl. December), Combined Car Clubs Room, Clark Ave., Glandore.

Membership Fees: Nominations $10. Annual $40 (half fee for new applicants after 1st January).

Subscription renewal: Due 1st July, if unpaid, lapses 31st July.

Vehicle Eligibility: All cars, commercials and motorcycles of historic interest or other vehicles as

approved by the committee.

Club Sales: Cloth, Lapel & Car Badges – see Steve Thiselton.

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