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The Vette Set Colorado Springs Corvette Club, Inc. News
Volume 57 Issue 9 July 2020
49 Members Present at the June Meeting
Guests Present
Guest Name Corvette Meetings Attended Sponsor
Ralph & Keri Olson 1992 Polo gr vert 3 – Feb, Mar, Jun Steve Dombrowski
Jeff Markewich 1997 Fairway gr cp 2 – Feb, Jun Don Adametz
Howie Goettsch 1989 red vert 2 – Mar, Jun Rick Noring
Peggy Ferron 2007 orange cp 2 – Mar, Jun Don Strode
James Hernandez 2014 Silver vert 1 – Jun Tom Phillips
Matt Baker 2016 Black Z06 1 – Jun TBD
“The general purpose of CSCC is to encourage planned trips, events and social activities for
members of CSCC; to act as a source of technical information; to establish rules and regulations
covering all activities of CSCC; to provide and regulate events and exhibitions of Corvettes; and
to encourage careful and skillful driving on public highways; and to own personal property as
individual to the foregoing purposes.”
Meeting Information Monthly business meetings are scheduled
the first Thursday of the month. The next meeting:
7:00 P.M. Thursday July 2, 2020
Meeting Location Daniels Long
670 Automotive Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 719-632-5591
Hello Corvette Enthusiast,
Board Meetings Meetings are held the Tuesday prior to the
business meeting. The next board meeting:
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Todd DeSchepper 9484 Towner Ave, Peyton
(The chairperson for each event should attend
the board meeting prior to their event.)
click here for map
After the July meeting, join us for dinner, dessert, or just drinks!
Panino’s Eastside 3015 New Center Point, near S. Carefree and Powers
President Chris Capshaw 719-440-9039 president@**
1st Vice President Steve Smith 719-351-2091 1stvp@**
2nd Vice President Tom Phillips 719-338-0556 2ndvp@**
Secretary/Editor Todd DeSchepper 719-495-2731 secretary@**
Treasurer Anita Smith 719-494-0203 treasurer@**
Governor Wayne Umland 719-597-2904 governor@** **coloradospringscorvetteclub.org
Lorren Loewen 719-510-5172 boardmember1@**
Diana Dittman 719-495-6227 boardmember2@**
Denise Phillips 719-440-3302 boardmember3@**
Brian Dahl 719-591-9093 boardmember4@** **coloradospringscorvetteclub.org
Archive Custodian Larry Valentine Merchandise Bruce & Judy Unger Webmaster TJ Larson
NCM Representative Barrett Benson
Highway Beautification Tom Ury & Pete Olejnik
Gail Applekamp Scott Applekamp Steve Bello Jr. Barrett Benson Mike Bochnak Juanita Bochnak Chris Capshaw Doug Cox Gail Creighbaum Jane Creighbaum
Brian Dahl Darrell Dearman Roxann Dearman Jodi DeSchepper Todd DeSchepper Brian Dougherty Jerry Fox John Gue Doug Hantelman Paul Heatwole
Calvin Helus Debbie Helus Joe Horvath Tanya Hrabal-Cox Tricia Jackson Alice Lester Jacob Lester Anne Lewis Carl Marlar Carol Marlar
Jim Mesite Roger Miller Mike Neufeld Denise Phillips Tom Phillips Richard Prescott Bob Robinson George Rueter Kavon Rueter Anita Smith
Steve Smith Doug Taylor Paul Thompson Jeanne Urban Ron Urban Lynn Wittrock Ron Wynn Debbie Yale Gary Yale
2020 Officers
Board Members
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June Meeting Minutes
July 2020 Calendar Fri June 26 Drive your Corvette to work Chris Capshaw Sun June 28 Cone Zone Autocross Tom & Vicki Ury Tue June 30 CSCC Board Meeting Todd DeSchepper Thu July 2 7 pm CSCC Club Meeting (6:30 for merchandise sales) Daniels Long Chevrolet Sun July 19 Heat Rash Autocross Wayne & Susan Umland Tue Aug 4 CSCC Board Meeting Tom Phillips Thu Aug 6 7 pm CSCC Club Meeting (6:30 for merchandise sales) Daniels Long Chevrolet Sat Aug 15 Daniels Car Show Chris Capshaw & Gerry Turner Sun Aug 23 Club Picnic Chris Capshaw & Denise Phillips
Calendar dates as of June 15, 2020. For the latest updates, flyers, and pictures, check out events on our webpage: www.coloradospringscorvetteclub.org
The June meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Chris Capshaw. Treasurer’s Report- Anita Smith stated that the club is still comfortable even with not having income from the Fun in the Sun car show. Secretary Report –No corrections to the March minutes and they were approved as printed in the February newsletter. Past Events – Steve Smith talked about the Garage Day. There were 22 Vettes and one “other” car. The Deemans showed products from Adam’s Car Polish and how they worked. Governor Report – Chris reported to keep an eye on emails and the website as things are still changing.
New Business: Museum Update – Barrett Benson talked about the Virtual Bash for the Museum. It was a big success with more participants than normal. Lots of presentation and great question and answer sessions. He also mentioned there are 3 upcoming raffles. Please contact Barrett if you are interested in purchasing raffle tickets. CAR Raffle - Tonya Cox gave out information on this raffle. 1st prize is a set of Hoosier race tires, 2nd prize is $1000 in Adam’s Car Polish products. Tickets are limited to 1000 and are only $20 each Upcoming Events – Please refer to the calendar in the newsletter and on
the website for upcoming events.
Guests were introduced by Tom Phillips. First time guests were Matt Baker and James Hernandez. Second time guests were Peggy Ferron, Howie Goettsch, and Jeff Markewich. Third time guests Ralph & Keri Olson were voted in. Welcome to the club Good News/ Bad News suitcase was auctioned off. The winning bid was $25, and the suitcase went home with Tom Phillips Door Prizes Winners - Thank you for door prize contributions from Daniels Long, and The Corvette Center. Winners included Jeane Urban, Doug Hantelman, Lynn Wittrock, and Peggy Ferron.
The Meeting was adjourned at 7:44.
Minutes by Todd DeSchepper
Thank you, Chris! A big shout-out to our Club President, Chris Capshaw for all you do for this club. Thank you for all the hard work, time, energy, and dedication that you put into our club. Every aspect of the last trip to Durango was planned to perfection and everyone had a great time thanks to you. You can always be seen with your camera catching every moment for all our members to enjoy.
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The Durango Cruise Submitted by Chris Capshaw
It does a body good to get out of the house and just get away for a weekend. With all we have had to deal with these past few months, the getaway to Durango was sweeter than normal. On June 12th, 25 Corvettes, and 1 chase vehicle filled with 50 Corvette lovers, took off for some good times. Included in those Corvette lovers were Pete Urenda the Rocky Mountain Region (RMR) Executive Director, and his wife Cindy, the RMR Secretary. The cruise made its first stop in Salida for lunch, where the staff of “Wallbangers” treated everybody like royalty. The staff got all fifty of us fed and out the door in an hour, which put us ahead of schedule. After a post-lunch rest stop, it was over Wolf Creek and on to Durango. We only stopped once for a few minutes to allow a cattle drive to cross the highway. When we pulled into the Best Western Durango Inn & Suites, the staff were ready. A pleasant surprise awaited us, when we learned our room rates were reduced, and all were upgraded to suites. The Best Western also had a complimentary wine bar for us. The following day was a free day to get out an explore. Many of the cruisers met up with members of the Four Corners Corvette Club (4CCC), for a special tour of Mesa Verde National Park. A member of 4CCC has been a tour guide at the park for many years and shared his knowledge of the park. More fun came in the evening, when everybody as well as members of 4CCC, enjoyed a Cowboy chuckwagon dinner and show with the Bar-D Wranglers. Sunday eventually came, and it was time to head home. The drive back took the cruisers through some of the most scenic places on our planet along US Highway 550, also known as the “Million Dollar Highway.” A lunch stop was made at the Palisades Restaurant in the town of Gunnison, who provided a special menu and reserved parking. After lunch there was only one more rest stop to make, and then Colorado Springs came into sight. The cruisers waved good-bye to each other as they went their different ways, all while wondering where next year’s cruise will be.
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Justin’s Graduation Parade
Something all teenagers look forward to is graduating high school. For some this comes relatively easy, but for others it does not. Justin Marshall went through ordeals his entire life to get to his high school graduation. Justin suffered a severe brain injury when he was 5 years old in a traffic accident. The accident injured every member of his family and took the life of his older brother. A lifetime of surgeries, therapy and rehabilitation brought Justin to graduation day, only to have it cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Justin was going to have his day. Car clubs from across the front range gathered in Colorado Springs on a gorgeous Saturday morning to pay honors to Justin and give him his “Graduation Parade.” It was heart wrenching to hear Justin’s mother talk about that fateful day, and all Justin had to endure during his lifetime. Thirty-two CSCC members in nineteen great looking Corvettes, joined several hundred other cars of all makes and models, and paraded by Justin’s home, where he waved at every one as they passed by. We are sure Justin will remember this day forever, and I feel many of us will as well.
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Drive Your Corvette To Work Day June 26th, 2020
11:00 am to 1:00 pm Bird Dog BBQ
4153 Centennial Blvd.
Come on out. Show off your Corvette. Enjoy some BBQ and socialize!
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Get to Know Your Fellow Members An Interview with Jerry & Denise Phillips
by Diana Dittman
How long have you been a CSCC member? Since October of 1984. What Corvette(s) do you currently own? 2004 Commemorative Edition Convertible. The first Corvette that Jerry bought was a 1974 coupe. (bought in 1979). Denise and Jerry have also owned a 1965 Convertible, a 1972 Convertible, and a 1986 Convertible Pace Car. Marital Status? Been married for 37 years, coming up on 38 in August. How did you meet? They met while working at the Broadmoor. Denise was in purchasing and Jerry was in engineering. Jerry and Denise both say that Jerry pretty much stalked her. Denise said she would hide out in the warehouse. Finally, after a few happy hour cocktails with fellow co-workers, including Jerry, Denise decided that Jerry was indeed a nice guy after all. (Persistence pays off!!) Their first date was going to a Doobie Brothers concert at Red Rocks. They dated for a year and a half and then tied the knot. Where are you from? Jerry was born and raised in Griffith, Indiana. (near Chicago). At age 16 his family sold everything, and they moved to Florida and stayed for a whopping 5 days. They said it was too hot and didn’t like it. At the time Jerry’s brother was stationed at Ft. Carson. So as a family they moved to Colorado and stayed put. Jerry went to Wasson high school his senior year and graduated from there. Denise grew up in a military family. She was born in Arkansas. She also lived in North Dakota, Germany, and Florida. Her Dad ended his military career in Florida, but they moved to Colorado because they had family that lived here. Employment? After graduating high school Jerry joined the Navy for four years. He was stationed in Alaska for one year. He then spent the rest of his time in Asia on the USS Thomaston, based out of San Diego. After the Navy he went to college at PPCC. He got a job at the Broadmoor, while still attending college. Jerry had a long-time career at the Broadmoor working there for 40 years. He was the mechanical manager and retired in 2017. He then took on a part time job at Johnstone HVAC Supply Company, but he is now fully retired. Denise worked at Sears Catalog for three years after graduating high school. She then got a job at the Broadmoor and was there for 39 years and three months. (but who’s counting!) She retired in September of 2019 as an executive administrative assistant. Kids? They have two daughters. Amy, 32, lives in Colorado Springs and has her dream job as a library assistant at Cheyenne Mountain Junior High. Jennifer
is married and lives in Dupont, Washington with her husband, Caleb. He is in the Army. Jerry and Denise have two grandkids, Conner, 11 and Aubrey, 6 (who Jerry says is going on 36 and aspires to be a model). Pets? A dog named Tucker. Favorite club activity? They enjoy the cruises, rallies, and socializing (eating included!) Hobbies? They love to travel! Jerry’s hobbies include cars and working in the yard. Denise does cross stitch and loves to do all types of crafts. What is the best vacation you ever took? They went with members of their family to Tuscany, Italy where they rented two villas and had a private driver. There were nine of them and they took day trips around Tuscany. It was the trip of a lifetime! What is your dream corvette? Jerry’s is a 1971 convertible big block brands hatch green with saddle interior. (he knows what he wants!) How did your love of Corvettes come about? Jerry said he has loved Corvettes since grade school when he had a Schwinn Stingray bike painted Corvette blue. He remembers in 1965 that a friend’s brother had a 1962 and he really admired it. Denise says her love of Corvettes came about because of her love for Jerry! Anything else you would like to add? They have met some of their best friends in the club. They have both held the office of treasurer and board member. Denise is currently a board member. They are lifetime members almost being in the club for as long as they have been married. Thanks for the interview Jerry & Denise!
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VIRTUAL BASH HILITES & MUSEUM RE-OPENS
VIRTUAL MICHELIN BASH HILITES While the Virtual Bash, May 28-29, may not have offered the usual “in person” connections, the enthusiasm and excitement were not stifled. Live seminars were conducted remotely by the presenters from their homes or businesses, while other activities were either live or pre-recorded by Museum staff. Two ribbon cutting ceremonies were conducted by NCM staff, as well as walk-throughs of two galleries, and an introduction of one new exhibit. I particularly enjoyed the following live seminars by notable presenters who answered a variety of questions from eager viewers. Paul Koerner, World Class Corvette Mechanic, reviewed Corvette by generations, providing facts and information on each generation’s successive improvements. Doug Fehan, Director Corvette Racing, gave an overview of Corvette racing. Of importance to those who have purchased or are about to purchase a C8, Doug noted the engines in the two C8R racers in their first 2020 race at Daytona on January 23rd were used for testing, qualifying and racing without being replaced; therefore don’t be afraid of buying a first-year C8! Tho disappointed that Corvette’s 20-year consecutive attendance at Le Mans ended due to the pandemic virus, he agreed with GM’s decision. Kai Spande, Assembly Plant Manager, said a few weeks are needed to bring assembly line levels to 225 Corvettes at one time. All 2020 orders will be completed before 2021 production begins. Convertibles have not been assembled yet but will begin soon to fulfill orders. Plant tours will resume after full production begins, but no date was given. Mobil 1 tech-talk presenters recommended oil changes be based on the Corvette’s oil-life indicator. Oil does not have to be changed before storage but should be changed once/year. Corvettes should be stored with the oil ”hot” to prevent damaging moisture collection; also, a 20-minute start-and-run during storage is discouraged as the oil may retain the moisture. The C8 doesn’t need break-in oil nor an initial 500-mile change because Mobil 1’s 0W40 does not contain silicone. Tadge Juechter, GM Corvette Chief Engineer, and Harlan Charles, Corvette Marketing Manager, presented C8 statistics. About 2700 Corvettes were assembled before the February 3rd shutdown. Torch Red, the most popular color, was followed by white and black. Two new colors were announced, Silver Flare Metallic and Red Mist Tint Coat Metallic. 2021 Corvette base prices will not change from 2020.
NCM RE-OPENED on June 8th, as announced by Dr. Sean Preston, NCM CEO.
Organizing an auto-x is daunting to say the least. Organizing the first auto-x in the region adds a little more stress. Organizing the first auto-x in the region, during a pandemic – wow!
Kudos, admiration, and praise to Vicki, Tom, Larry, and Gwenda for the time, and effort you have put in for the Cone Zone. THANK YOU.
On a personal note, my mom (92) is not getting around too well. I am supporting her as much as possible. As a result, I am attempting to avoid contact with people as much as possible. Thank you for your consideration. Govna wayne As always, these are the thoughts of Wayne Umland, and may not reflect the views of CSCC, NCCC or RMR.
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Only 5.13% sales tax!
Do You Want to Advertise? Colorado Springs Corvette Club Members may place a PERSONAL “For Sale” ad in the “VETTE SET” at no charge. For Business Ads, Members receive a 20% discount (or two months free) when purchasing one full year. Non-member Business Ads:
Business Card $10.00/month 1 / 4 page $15.00/ month 1 / 2 page $20.00/month
Colorado Springs Corvette Club
Sponsored By
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Daniels Long Chevrolet is proud to be the official sponsor of the Colorado Springs Corvette Club. Our partnership gives you access to VIP benefits at our dealership. If you have not received your Daniels Long Chevrolet VIP membership card, please talk to your club president to get one. The VIP membership card must be presented at time of service or sale to receive benefits.
➢ $49.95 Oil Changes plus shop supplies and tax (Corvettes only, 4 per member, per year)
➢ All Parts for All Vehicles will be offered at 20% off retail pricing. ➢ Exceptions: Items priced-matched i.e., tires, batteries, etc. ➢ Service and Body Shop Labor will be offered at 15% off retail
rate for All Vehicles. (Excluding Regular Maintenance items that are already discounted, such as brakes, oil changes, etc.
➢ All new vehicles will be offered at $100 over invoice (based on availability, excludes current model year Corvettes or Duramax Diesels.
➢ All used vehicle inventory will be offered at $750 under internet pricing.
Our experienced and knowledgeable sales, parts, and service teams have been notified of these benefits for CSCC members. When the VIP membership card is presented, all above pricing and benefits take precedent.
Additionally, we have a great Thank You Cash program, and just for being a CSCC VIP member, we want to give you EXTRA cash rewards. Start earning today! Here’s how it works; contact me personally (my contact details are below), give me your name and VIP membership number along with the name and contact information of the friend or family member interested in purchasing a vehicle and I will set up an appointment with them. If your friend or family member purchases a new or used vehicle, we will reward you with $100 Thank You Cash!
My team is committed to providing you with an excellent sales, service, and parts experience. Stop in or call anytime…we are here to serve you! Sincerely, Michael Manning, General Manager Daniels Long Chevrolet 719-228-3528
Phil Long’s
Daniels Long Chevrolet Community Partner Since 1929
Non-member – Corvette For Sale Advertising $100/month
For website & newsletter advertising (Deadline – 10th of the month)
30 Years Experience Over $100,000,000 sold 719-310-2404 www.lutherbenson.com Free Market Analysis
Luther Benson Broker Owner
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We’re on the Web! www.coloradospringscorvetteclub.org
Visit our Sponsor – Daniels Long Chevrolet www.danielslong.com
Colorado Springs Corvette Club, Inc. P.O. Box 1986 Colorado Springs, CO 80901
The Vette Set Volume 57 Issue 9 July 2020
Email Distribution List To send an email to the entire club click below:
[email protected] All new members are added to the list using their email address from the Club roster. For questions about the
distribution list, contact: [email protected]
Email Etiquette
Please keep content specific to Club related items or events.
Not for personal use. The By-laws state “Misuse of the CSCC website, website email, or distribution email, will not be tolerated and may result in club probation or expulsion. Feel free to set up your own “group” for willing member participants for non-Club related content.
Refrain from using the “Reply All” function when you are
replying to an email. Only reply to the person sending the message, unless specifically requested to “Reply All”. Help keep the unnecessary responses to a minimum.
NCCC Rocky Mountain Region
Website NCCC Rocky Mt Region Website
For a list of Regional Officers, Regional Clubs, expanded list of the regional Calendar of Events, Event Results, Race Number registration form, Rules and Forms, NCCC news, and more, visit and stay informed.
This link is also available on the CSCC web site.
Read the CSCC Newsletter in color on the web. Enlarge the print and photos for easy viewing as you read! Email secretary/editor - just enter “Remove” in the subject line and send.
