Waukesha Old Car Club

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1 Waukesha Old Car Club t o promote the interest of automobiles for the mutual enjoyment of the members Visit our new website at Waukesha Old Car Club is on Facebook Spark and Sputter October November 2014 Waukesha Old Car Club PO Box 645 Waukesha, WI 53187

2 2014 President Ron Wichinski Vice President Steve Heinemann Treasurer Jim Young Secretary Roy Tomasczak Board Members Joe Couture Nic Gengler Jim Haas Victor Perugini Harry Rozanski Bob Schumann Wes Sodemann Mel Stark Tom Sznaider Frank Wilke Editor/Board Member at Large Bob Merner Dues Member dues are $25.00 per year and are due on February 15 of each year. Members receive a 50% discount on dues by working a minimum of 4 hours for the club throughout the year. Members who have not paid their dues by the due date will not receive credit for hours worked and will have their name removed from the roster. Club Meetings The club meets the second Monday of the month at 7:30pm at Fox Run Lanes in Waukesha. The board meets the first Monday of the month at 7:00pm at Fox Run Lanes in Waukesha. Spark and Sputter The club newsletter is published 6 times a year on the even numbered months. The deadline for putting articles and photos in the newsletter is 2 weeks prior to the newsletter being published. Send items to be published to Bob Merner or at romer512@gmail.com 2 Cover Photo THE 1956 CHEVY Owned by Wes and Judy Sodemann The year is 1964, it's summer in Wisconsin, I have just turned 21, an absolute drag racing nut. I had purchased a 20,000 mile 1956 Chevy off the used car lot of the local Chevy dealership for $750. I had transplanted a 1961 Pontiac and 4-speed and did some street racing, but, the car was destined to become a full blown racer. The 56 was taken to newly opened dragster shop located in Kenosha, Wis, R&B Automotive owned by Dennis Rolaine and John Buttera. A very young Buttera transformed the 56 by installing a complete aluminum floor and fire wall, and locating the small block Chevy under the dash. The 56 was given a straight axle with quarter elliptical springs. John explained that by using quarter elliptical springs the car would lift at a high RPM launch but the tires would stay on the ground for better control. Steering was handled by a new Ford Econoline box. A roll cage was installed along with Super Stock seats from Bostrum, a seat manufacturer located in Milwaukee. The rear axle was a 1957 Pontiac with 4:88 gears, leaf springs with slapper bars (for good traction) with the 10" M&H slicks. A one piece fiberglass flip front end and a Midnight blue paint job finished off the 56. The drive train was high tech for 1964 and would most likely hold its own today, 50 years later. I started with.030" over Chevy block, forged steel 283 crankshaft, Mickey Thompson aluminum rods, 12:1 JE forged pistons. Roller camshafts from Crane, Ingle, and Schneider were used, having best results from Schneider Racing Cams. Heads and aluminum rockers arms were from Crane Engineering. The engine was topped off with Hilborn fuel injection and spark provided by a Vertex magneto. The engine was basically a mail order item assembled in my parents basement. The transmission was a Chrysler 727 Clutchflite built by another Kenosha racer Perry Sites. The Clutchflite is a special transmission, it used the 727 Torqueflite automatic with the bellhousing cut off then an adapter is made to fit a Chevy bellhousing, flywheel, clutch disc and pressure plate. A Chrysler push button shifter was installed. To launch the 56 I would take the engine to 6000 RPM, let the clutch out, hang on, watch the Sun tachometer then push the shift buttons at 8000 RPM. JUST LOADS OF FUN. It's now 1968, married and need of a house, the car is sold, never to be seen again. Time goes really fast, it s now 2014, I'm now 71 and decided to build a facsimile of my first love " THE 56 " LETS GO RACING WES Original 1956 race car

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5 Donna Young is this years high bidder for Nancy Kelly s doll. The proceeds from the auction of the doll is matched by the club and that amount is given to the charity selected by Nancy. The winner of the drawing for the doll painted by Nancy s Mother was Wes Sodemann. Thanks to all who came, brought their junk for auction and those who participated. Thanks to Tom Garibaldi and Scott Kimball for cooking the meat and all those who brought a dish to pass. WAUKESHA OLD CAR CLUB Regular Meeting August 11, 2014 The meeting was called to order. Officers, Board members and guests were introduced. Sunshine Committee reported that the club sent a card to Harry Rozanski. Harry had heart surgery. Secretary s Report Roy Tomasczak read the minutes from the July meeting. The minutes were accepted as presented. Treasurer s Report Jim Young gave a treasurer s report for the months of May, June and July. The report was accepted as presented. Vice-President s Report had no report. President s Report Ron Wichinski thanked everyone who helped at the Car Show. We had a great show, the weather was perfect and the park was filled with show cars and spectators. Committee Reports Mel Stark read the list of people who won an award at the show. He also had a couple of awards that were not picked up at the show. He will be contacting those people and make arrangement to get their awards to them. Bonnie Herman has club hats for sale, black khaki or tan. Fall Jefferson is September 26-28, as before the club rents 8 spaces and sets up the tent, members pay $10.00 to sell under the tent, more information will be available at the September meeting. Frank Wilke reported that the car club calendar is progressing nicely. He got the names of all the trophy winners and will be contacting them to get pictures of their cars for the calendar. The fall tour will take place October 4-5. The group will be traveling to Bonduel, WI. They will be visiting Doc s Harley-Davidson Cycle and Auto Museum. If you are interested in going contact Dale The hotel is the Super 8 in Shawano. Hotel phone number is , be sure to mention reservation number This year s picnic and auction will be September 14, at Pewaukee-Nettesheim Park N26 Prospect Ave (Hwy SS). It starts approximately 9:30 am with the usual, coffee, donuts and juice. Bring your treasures from your garage, basement, attic, even your neighbors garbage. Bring a dish to pass, using your favorite recipe or a surprise. The club provides the meat, condiments, plates, and the rest of the essentials. As usual, we eat at about noon, and the auction will start after everyone has eaten or approximately 1 o clock. Of course, the fuel for the party, beer, soda and water will be there also. Any questions please call Tom Garibaldi at Fire truck driver training for those of you who want the excitement of driving the fire truck. Please call Tom a date will be determined. We will be using West high school parking lot. 5

6 WAUKESHA OLD CAR CLUB Regular Meeting September 8, 2014 The meeting was called to order. Officers, Board members and guests were introduced. Sunshine Committee had no report. Secretary s Report Roy Tomasczak read the minutes from the August meeting. The minutes were accepted as presented. Treasurer s Report Jim Young gave a report of income and expenses for the month of August which included the Car Show. He noted that all the expenses were not in yet therefore he did not have final numbers for the show. Jim mentioned that he will be passing the can again this year to collect money to be donated to the Waukesha charities supported by the club. The money collected is in addition to the money the club gives from its treasury. Vice-President s Report had no report President s Report Ron thanked everyone who helped at the Car Show. It was a great show He especially thanked all the committee chairpersons who worked so hard to make their areas run smoothly. He added that if they had concerns for next year they should bring them to the Board so that they can be addressed. At the December meeting we will be holding elections for President, Secretary and 5 Board members. Committee Reports The picnic and auction will be September 14 (refer to page 5 for more details). Ray Terry and Tom Garibaldi are planning a cruise to the Wade House in Greenbush, WI which is approximately 65 miles from Waukesha depending on the route. The Wade House is an old stagecoach inn that has been restored and is beautifully furnished with period pieces. The cruise is October 11 and will be leaving from Fox Run at 8:30am Call Tom at at least a week before so he can get a count for a group rate. Jefferson Swap Meet is Sept 24-26, (refer to page 5 for more details). Mork Oravetz has a limited number of 2014 Car Show shirts available. The cost to members is $9.00 each. If you want one, contact him and he will bring it to a future meeting. Mel Stark said that the 2015 Appreciation Banquet will be held at Pano s restaurant, same place as the last few years. It will be held on February 28 as not to conflict with the World of Wheels. The cost remains the same as last year, $20.00 per person. More details will be available at the meetings and next newsletter. Date: Saturday November 1, 2014 Time: 7:00pm City of Waukesha Christmas Parade "VISIONS OF CHRISTMAS YET TO COME" Sunday November 4:00pm The Vice President will be collecting dues at the November and December meetings. It is not too early to think about making changes to your information in the roster. There will be a form in the next newsletter for that purpose. Location: The Eagles Club 709 N. Grandview Blvd Waukesha, WI Costume Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Music $6.00 for members and guests Get your tickets today! For more information contact : Tom Garibaldi at Len Litt at

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8 Swap Space If you have an item to sell contact Bob Merner at to have it included in the newsletter. It will be listed it in two consecutive newsletters as space allows. For Sale: 1997 Lincoln MKVIII LSC for parts, or whole, except engine, transmission, differential, and a few other items. Body essentially rust-free with a few dings, window glass, independent rear suspension, leather seats, power sun roof, etc. Contact Jerry Oesterreich, For Sale: Complete convertible top, black, for 2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ. Has very little use. $600 or best offer. Contact Jerry gerbrioes@yahoo.com : Wanted: Looking for a WONDERBAR radio for a 1958 Chevrolet Impala, or information regarding who can repair the radio that I currently have. Any assistance is appreciated Contact Jim For Sale: Power Probe III- PPKIT03 - Ultimate Circuit Tester Kit Easy to read backlit voltmeter reads voltage in 1/10th volt Makes locating shorts and open circuits easier Gold series lead set includes: Power Probe III, ECT2000 & Gold Series Lead set contains Gold Series 4mm leads and connectors continuity tester relay and Component tester works on volts. Contact Mary or woodltd@sbcglobal.net For Sale: 1985 Chevrolet IROC Camaro, 305 TPI, P/S P/B, P/W, T-Tops, fresh repaint, southern car no rust ever Asking $5, Contact Jerry (days) , (evening) For Sale:1961 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, original 59,000 mile Canada car, fresh repaint no rust ever Asking $21, Contact Jerry (days) , (evening) Nader Kart Racing at the Briggs and Stratton raceway W377 S1851 Gramling La Dousman, Wi Racing starts around 10:am Admission is free Go to their web site badgerkartclub.com for more information. There are about 7-10 different classes, from adult to 9 year olds, running a variety of engine sizes, and straight drive to shifter carts. THE DATE: October 5th Meet at Fox Run at 10:00am Of course, no racing in the rain Inconclusive travel plans for I have been in many places, but I ve never been in Cahoots. Apparently you can t go there alone. You have to be in Cahoots with someone. I ve also never been in Cognito. I hear no one recognizes you there. I have however been in Sane. They don t have an airport someone has to drive you there. I have made several trips there, thanks to my family, friends and co-workers. I have also been in Doubt. It is a sad place to go and I try not to go there too often. I have been in Flexible, but only when it is important to stand firm. One of my favorite places to be is in Suspense. It really gets the adrenalin flowing and the heart pumping. People keep telling me that I have been in Denial but I am positive that I have not. Sometimes I think that I am in Vincible but life shows me that I am not. I may have been in Continent but I don t remember. It must be an age thing. However they tell me that it is very wet and damp down there. 8

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11 Advertise your business here The newsletter is published bi-monthly. The newsletter is provided to all members. The newsletter can be also be found on the club website The cost for a business card ad is $60.00 per year Contact the Club for more information 11

12 PO Box 645 Waukesha, WI October 4-5 Fall Tour to Doc s H-D Museum Page 5 October 6 Board Meeting October 11 Cruise to Wade House Page 6 October 13 Membership Meeting November 1 Club Halloween Party at Eagles Club Page 6 November 2 Daylight Savings time ends (turn your clocks back) November 3 Board Meeting November 10 Membership Meeting November 23 Waukesha Christmas Parade Page 6 February 28 Member Appreciation Banquet Page 6 12