The Copper Starlight First Place Jr. Award winning Bi-Monthly Written Newsletter of the Southern Arizona Chapter of the Studebaker Drivers Club July/August 2013 Inside this Issue: Membership Info 2 From the President 2 Calendar of Events 3 Future Events 4 Interesting Websites 4 Member s Contribution 5 Past Events 5 Technical Tip 6 History of Studebaker 7 Cruise Nites 9 Our Sponsors 9 Ads 10 New Members Application 11 2013 2014 Officers: President Jerry Kaiser VP/Tourmaster- Bruce Sandburg Secretary Maggie Wheeler Treasure Chuck Stanford Past Pres. Bruce Sandburg Membership & Circulation Chuck & Louise Stanford Historian Fred Gooch Newsletter Editor June Kaiser Publisher Randy Goble Volume 40, Issue 4 The Studebaker Miracle at Ryan Airfield by Fred Gooch The Tohono O odham s number one most sacred spot is Bobo- Delores Shurtz amazed by the Kitt Peak Telescope quivari, a mountain near Kitt Peak that is shaped like a telescope. According to folklore, I itoi, the sacred Tohono O odham spirit, lives on Boboquivari. The number two most sacred spot is Kitt Peak. When the National Science Foundation (NSF) selected Kitt Peak, after a three year survey of 150 sites as a location for their telescopes, the Tohono O odham said, No! Knowing that the Tohono O odham people are very spiritual and spend time studying the sky, the NSF invited the tribal leaders to the University of Arizona to look at the sky through a 36 telescope. The Tohono O odham changed their decision to Yes, and in 1958 signed a perpetual lease to 200 acres on top of Kitt Peak with a few conditions. Their conditions were: no commercial (McDonald s) or military enterprises, all jobs go to qualified tribal members first, and if the NSF leaves Kitt Peak, the mountain must be returned to 1958 condition. Recently the local SDC Chapter decided to tour Kitt Peak and on May 18 th, we met at Ryan Airfield to caravan there. Bruce Sandburg and Delores Shurtz drove the 1956 President, Jerry Kaiser piloted his new 1964 GT Hawk (minus his wife June, who was spending the weekend with their granddaughter), Bob and Eileen Loshbough chauffeured their neat blue 1961 Champ, and Fred and Nora Gooch brought their 1937 followed by their friends Richard and Doreen Thomson. The 37 lost its speedometer in Standing in the shade of one Kitt Peak Telescope Texas Canyon returning from Safford. You never realize how much you depend upon something until it s gone. Hopefully, TJ s Speedometer Repair shop can resurrect the 37 s speedometer. Did you notice what happened to the previous paragraph? I joined the Studebaker movement in 1975, belong to six Studebaker clubs and have attended a large number of outings. The Kitt Peak tour is the first time in 38 years that all Studebaker members attending a get together DROVE A STUDE- BAKER. Now that s a miracle. Congratulations!! (continued on page 5 )
Page 2 Message from Our President: Wishing Well: Mary Powell McConnell, Alex Shulick Birthday & Anniversary Wishes: July 4 Gene Schreiner 8 Bruce & Maggie Wheeler 10 Curtis Lee 13 Mary Powell McConnell 14 Alex & Kathy Shulick 16 Helen O Brien 18 Eileen Loshbough 19 Dave & Chris Lillie 24 James Sparks 28 Claudia Robinette 29 Lorei Molitor August 2 Keith & Marie Ambs 3 Merlin McGee 4 Maggie Wheeler 7 Warren Acton 9 Chris Collins 13 Fred Gooch 15 Charlotte Luczycki 17 Tory Cowan 19 Malcom Stinson, Jr. 23 George & Marjorie Cunningham 23 Randy & Donna Goble 26 Mary Jane Schreiner The trip up to Kitt Peak was fun. Only 4 Studes made the trip but what we lacked in numbers we made up for it in enthusiasm. It was nice and cool up there. The tour was very interesting and I learned a lot. Be sure to read Fred s great write up, our cover story, on the trip. I drove the 64 GT and tested the cooling system since installing a new aluminum radiator. The 64 GT Hawk ran all the way up Kitt Peak with the AC blasting and the temperature never got above 180 and because of the cooler mountain temperatures, actually dropped to 170. We are getting ready for the international meet in Colorado Springs. For anyone driving, please join us in the convoy. We will meet on June 29 th at 7am at J6 Ranch Road and I-10 in Benson, the more the merrier. I understand that the fires up there are being contained but many homes have been lost and many families have had to leave their homes. They can use all our prayers for rain. I hope to see many of you in Colorado. Several Thursdays ago, my wife June and I headed over to Freddy s Steakburger on Thornydale and Orange Grove with plans to arrive early at 6 p.m. However, by that time, the parking lot was crowded with vehicles of all years, makes, models, and owners with more arriving later. The 64 GT Hawk drew a lot of questions and nice comments and it really looked impressive under the parking lot lights. Let s do our part to promote Studebakers by attending all makes car show. Note: Freddy s gives a free frozen custard to each show participant. In all my travels to meets and car shows the one thing that I discovered is that Studebaker people are the greatest. They offer help, share ideas and suggest places to find Studebaker parts and accessories. In our next newsletter share your story of someone who has been a help to you and tell the world that Studebaker people are the greatest! If you have questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me at 520-979- 0065 or by email studeblu@earthlink.net. Until next time, keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down. Jerry Kaiser At the end of the YouTube video enjoy Jay Leno s interview with Frank Wenzel as Jay asks about Frank s 1933 Studebaker President Speedway Model #92 http://tinyurl.com/mktedhd From the Editor: We took Lauren, our granddaughter, on a weekend fishing trip to the mountains along with our son and his girlfriend. The first morning at the lake, Lauren came face to face with an elk (see photo page 3). It was a frightening and exciting moment for them both but Lauren remained calm and the elk headed down to the lake for a cool drink. Unfortunately, the big fish were not biting that day. Please send in any notes of appreciation for publication in our next newsletter about Studebaker folks to spread the word that Studebakers are Great and Studebaker People are the Greatest! Thanks to Charlotte Luczycki for arranging the two Gaslight Theater events, Jerry Kaiser, Chuck Stanford, Alex Shulick, and Tony Miller my wonderful proofreaders, Creative Printers for printing this newsletter, and Fred Gooch, for his many contributions to this newsletter. You are the greatest! Remember that our SAC/SDC Design a New Logo Contest for SAC/SDC s deadline for submissions is October 19, 2013. Our chapter member and resident artist, Lou Fencl is willing to submit a new Copper Starlight logo for the contest. If you have idea(s) but are having problems with the drawing part, contact Lou Fencl at 928-485-8958, and arrange to meet with him at one of our chapter activities to discuss your ideas and get his assistance. Please contact me at gkaiser493@earthlink.net or 520-850-0602 with suggestions and contribution to our newsletters. I always appreciate your contributions and suggestions! Thanks! June Kaiser
Page 3 Upcoming Events/Southern AZ Chapter and Other Auto-Related Events Thurs., July 4 Sat.. July 6 Mon. July 8 Sat., July 27 Thurs., Aug. 22 Sat., Sept 14 Sat., Sept. 28th Oct. 11-13 Sat., Oct. 19 Sun., Nov 10th Happy Independence Day Phoenix West Brass Armadillo Vintage Car Gathering, 13277 W McDowell Rd., Goodyear, AZ, 8-11 a.m. Open to vehicles from the 70 s and before. Brass Armadillo gift card for every vehicle that shows. Free breakfast with Antique Dealers. Sponsored by Phoenix Grand Canyon Chapter of SDC. Contact person: Ed Smith 602-290-1045 or edcollects@cox.net Board Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Cody s Beef n Bean, 2708 E. Fort Lowell, Tucson, in the large meeting room Breakfast in the park, 7a.m.-11a.m., bring your favorite breakfast meat or pastry to share and a lawn chair. Chapter to supply eggs, pancakes, coffee, juice, and utensils. Contact Chuck Stanford 520-888-1563 or cstanford2@cox.net if you plan to attend, so that there will enough food and utensils for everyone. Hope to see you for breakfast at Roy P. Drachman Agua Calienta Regional Park, 12325 East Roger Road, Tucson, 85749, email: AguaCalientePark@pima.gov Gaslight Theater, 7010 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, presents The Incredible Spider Guy at 7 p.m. (see page 4 for details) International Drive Your Studebaker Day, convoy down to Tumacacori to Wisdom s Café for lunch at 12 noon (see page 4 for details) 5th Annual Cool Classic Car Show, Spanish Landing West, off Harbor Drive in San Diego, Open to Studebakers, Packards, Rocknes, EMFs, Erskines, & Pierce-Arrows ONLY. Registration $20, after 9/15/12 $25. For information call Linnea Shobert at 619.807.5488 or email ltlshoberg@cox.net The 2013 Pacific Southwest Zone Meet is being hosted by the Grand Canyon State Chapter at the Holiday Inn, 1600 S Country Club Dr, Mesa, AZ 85210, Phone 480-964-7000 or 1-800-315-2621, Rate $79 + tax/single/double until 9/20/13, Mention Studebaker Club. Meet Registration Form: http://www.grandcanyonsdc.com Membership Appreciation Lunch, Old Vail Hot Rod, 10500 E. Old Vail Road, 2 miles north of I-10. Meet at I-10 & Houghton Rd Exit #275 at 9 a.m. and convoy to the site, we ll tour the facility & enjoy lunch. Thanksgiving Pot Luck, Steve & Sue Gilsdorf, 2221 E 5th Street, Tucson 85719, 520-325-9192 (between Campbell & Tucson Blvd. Be there by 12 Noon, call Chris Lillie 520-294-9106 to RSVP and to ask Chris what side dish to bring. Mon., Nov 11th Happy Veterans' Day Sat., Nov. 23 The Gaslight Theater s presentation of A Small Town Christmas (details on page 4) Sun., Dec 8 Christmas Pot Luck at the home of Delores Shurtz & Bruce Sandburg at 3237 W. Yavapai Place, 520-586-0403 Be there by 12 Noon, call Chris Lillie 520-294-9106 to RSVP and tell Chris what you plan to bring. Sun., Jan 26, 2014 SAC/SDC Banquet, Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, 14301 E. Speedway, Tucson, 85748, Call Chris Lillie 520-294-9106 reserve your tickets. Tanque Verde is now under new management and there will be a price increase for the buffet. $27 per adult, $13.50 children. Details will be forthcoming in a future newsletter. *Note: Call before attending to avoid a change of plans
Page 4 Future Events Thursday, August 22nd at 7 PM The Gaslight Theater presents The Incredible Spider Guy The Studebaker Club has only 8 remaining seats available for the 7:00 p.m. show. The doors open at 6:15 p.m. and the price per senior is $15. Tickets will be distributed at the front door before the show. Reserve your seats by mailing a check, payable to SAC/ SDC, to Chuck Stanford, P.O.Box 12913, Tucson, AZ 85732. The theater offers a light menu and Little Anthony's 50's Diner is located in the theater building. Arrange to meet other members for a meal there or elsewhere before the show. For more information, call Stan or Charlotte Luczycki at 520-760-5972 or email us at c.luczycki@juno.com Will Spider Guy defeat the dastardly Gremlin and his criminal associates? Will Billy find true love with Mary Lou? Find out at the Gaslight Theater's latest musical comedy spoof Spider Guy! Yes, Tucson's Gaslight Theater is ON Broadway, 7010 East Broadway in Tucson. Saturday, 9/14/13 at 10:30 a.m. International Drive Your Studebaker Day Studebaker owners, individually, in groups, or via an organized club activity, will all be driving Studebaker cars, trucks and even horse-drawn vehicles on the same day around the world. Join the Fun! Our SAC plans include: on Sat. 9/14/13, meet at 10:30 a.m. at the American Fence Co., 1111E Valencia Rd (one block east of Park Ave, about the 1400 block, north side of the street) and caravan down to Tumacacori to Wisdom s Café for lunch at 12:00 noon. Afterwards visit the Santa Cruz Chili and Spice Company http://www.santacruzchili.com/ the Tumacacori Mesquite Sawmill http://www.mesquitedesign.com/ or tour Tumacacori National Historic Park http://www.nps.gov/tuma/index.htm See websites listed above to plan your day s adventure. Saturday, November 23, The Gaslight Theater presents A Small Town Christmas By members request, we have also booked the Gaslight Theater Christmas show again this year only 8 remaining seats are available for A Small Town Christmas. The doors open at 2:15 p.m. and the price per senior for this show is $18. As always, tickets will be distributed at the front door before the show. Reserve your seats by mailing a check, made out to SAC/SDC, to Chuck Stanford, P.O.Box 12913, Tucson, AZ 85732. Soon you will be able to find more information about this show on the theater's website http://thegaslighttheatre.com. And more information will forthcoming in this newsletter. Welcome New Members Laura & Al Miranto 3561 W. Raintree Drive Tucson AZ 85741 Ph. (520) 270-1532 Email: alstangfan@hotmail.com SDC Ao1575M Exp. 3-14 BD Laura 3-31 BD Al 9-6-1950 Anv.3-31 1956 Golden Hawk Studebaker Museum Interesting Websites http://www.studebakermuseum.org/ Classics Revealed: Timelessly designed 63 Studebaker Avanti http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmz-m9l9suy or http://tinyurl.com/m4xpn9d Automotive Quarterly ~ Studebaker s Final Days ~ Patrick Foster http://tinyurl.com/k5w84wr Vehicle fire repairable/refillable extinguishers firefightproducts.com The Packard Plant Then and Now http://tinyurl.com/c547v9n Social Network site that connects classic car owners nationally Garagristry.com The SDC/Grand Canyon chapter web master has put the SAC newsletters on their awesome website http://www.grandcanyonsdc.com/ 1964 Studebaker Line Up http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccqeig5qiaw
Page 5 Past Events (continued from front cover) The observatory is about 40 miles from Tucson with the last 12 miles being rather steep. I was kind of proud of the 37 as it pulled 11 ½ miles in overdrive. The NSF funded a potential observatory project in the 40 s but didn t really do anything until the Russians launched Sputnik. Their reasons for choosing Kitt Peak for the Observatory were: 1. Clear sky, 2. Almost non-existent ground light (only 60,000 people lived in Tucson Studebakers are Great! then), 3. Dry clean desert air, and 4. Close to Tucson Municipal Airport (Tucson was one of a few U.S. cities to have an airport). Once the observatory was built, many scientist from all over the world would visit and use the facilities, therefore, an airport would be important. Initially the tribe agreed to the erection of 3 telescopes but then allowed an additional 24 telescopes. A request for the 28 th telescope was denied. Kitt Peak is the largest gathering of telescopes in the world and the one we toured is the largest in the world. All the materials to build the scopes and buildings were hauled up the mountain on dirt roads. In the beginning scientists would apply for a permit to visit and use the scopes. Currently 4,000 a year apply for a permit but only 1,000 are granted. The daily fee is $70.00 which included on site food and lodging. In addition to on site users, telescopes can now be used remotely. For example, a scientist in Oregon using a computer can access Kitt Peak, position a telescope and start gathering information. Telescope mirrors are coated with aluminum which wears out with use so they must be recoated every two years. We learned the basics of how a telescope works. Lights enters one end of the telescope and travels to a concave mirror at the other end which focuses the light on a convex mirror at the first end. This process creates incredible heat. The scope we toured uses 18,000 gallons of antifreeze to keep it cool! We enjoyed the tour conducted by Irene so much that we plan to return to Kitt Peak for a different tour. Studebakers to Pima by Way of Thatcher and Safford by Fred Gooch On Thursday, April 18, 2013, I serviced and checked the 37 so we were ready to go. Nora got up at 5 a.m. Friday but let the old man sleep in until 6. We had breakfast, packed, loaded the car and were on our way by 9 a.m. for the caravan meeting place at J6 Ranch turnoff. I heard Hank Wilde was going to go but we didn t see him. Nora and I met up with Bruce Sandburg and Delores Shurtz in their 1956 President and Bruce and Maggie Wheeler in their Brand X convertible. Off we went to Safford which is a lot closer than I remember. 132 miles later, we pulled into the Best Western in Safford. Curtis Lee was already there with his Raspberry 1946 Champion and Bo, his traveling companion. The rooms weren t ready yet so off to Jerry s for lunch. The food and service were great. Actually the food was so good that Nora and me had to take a walk and get rid of some excess calories.. Curtis s puppy Bo was not real happy being away from home, so Curtis took him back to Bowie. Unfortunately his Champion s starter locked up so Curtis returned in a very nice 1951 Dodge pickup. Lou Fencl, Master of Ceremonies, came by at 2:50 p.m. and led us to a small museum in the Chamber of Commerce building. One interesting thing I learned was not only is cotton KING in Arizona, but Arizona farmers produce enough cotton in one year to make a pair of pants for every man, woman, and child in the United States. After checking on another museum in Pima, which was closed for repairs, we adjourned to Jumbo s for some excellent Asian dining and then back to the hotel for rest and TV. Saturday we arose with the chickens, shaved, showered and had breakfast by 7:30 a.m. Best Western is an excellent hotel with competitive rates and free breakfast. FREE being the key word for Studebaker people. Maggie and Delores took Fred and Nora yard sale shopping. Good thing that we have a big trunk on the 37 as we purchased quite a few items. Back to the hotel to pick up the rest of our group and off we headed to a small swap meet. Then we met up with Lou Fencl and went to see the interesting Pima Historical Museum. (continued on page 6)
Page 6 Studebakers to Pima by Way of Thatcher and Safford (continued from page 5) Lou Fencl s Maytag powered bike After lunch at Denny s, we picked up Gary and Sandi Keating and Sherry Watson (Brand X), Ed and Linda Smith (1951 R pickup), Joe and Glenda Bailey (1941 Champion double dater coupe), and George Gezelius, who rode with Curtis Lee. Off to Lou Fencl s place we headed for Show and Tell. Malcolm Stinson was already there in his Brand X complete with watch dog. Did you know that Lou has 650 model cars, a Maytag washing machine motor powered bicycle, and the world s heaviest Studebaker floor lamp? See what you missed by not going on this trip! Then we followed Lou to Brice, his friend s antique shop. Not only was it fun to window shop but Nora found a ring to match a necklace and bracelet she got in Australia in 2004. Across the street to Jumbo s (we must really like that place) we headed for dinner and then to the Discovery Park Observatory. Following a group picture, we went inside to be entertained by an interesting program on the 1940 Census, which was just released to the public in 2012, due to privacy concerns. After climbing 36 stairs to the 955 power telescope, we were able to see Saturn and 5 of her moons. We saw a close up of the craters on the surface of our earth s moon. 17 people, 2 dogs, and 6 Studebakers attended this SDC and ASC outing. Sunday after packing and checking out, we had breakfast at Denny s and said goodbyes. On the road to Tucson by 9:50 a.m. Fred and Nora checked out late so Bruce and Delores and the Wheelers putt putted down highway until we could catch up. We caravanned to J6 where Bruce and Delores exited. The 37 was running great at 65 mph when all of the sudden the speedometer needle shot up to 100 mph. Knowing from past experience that it is much more expensive to repair a speedometer after it goes off the deep end, I pulled over quickly and disconnected the cable. Our 3 cats and 36 fish were glad to see us come home because they eat better quality food when we re home (than having to dine from the dry food feeder). The 37 now has 23,000 miles on it since its purchase in 1995, has been to many Studebaker events and we look forward to Studebaker Lineup driving it to many, many more. (Safford photos courtesy of the GCC/SDC website) Technical Tip From Left: Lou Fencl, Gary & Sandi Keating, Linda & Ed Smith, Curtis Lee, Malcolm Stinson, Rhonda & Joe Bailey Water Pump Pulley Replacement The 7 3/8 in diameter water pump pulley on the 55 and up Studebaker V8 engines are larger than the 51-54 V8 water pump pulleys measuring 6 5/8 in diameter. When installing AC on Studebakers, I use the smaller 51-54 water pump pulley on any year Studebaker V8. The smaller pulley spins faster than the larger pulley and will circulate the coolant faster and therefore, the engine will normally run cooler. Jerry Kaiser 7 3/8 6 5/8
Page 7 History of Studebaker ~ Studebaker Publications Department shared by Fred Gooch continued from the 2013 March/April and the 2013 May/June editions of the Copper Starlight) 9/6/60 Acquired Clarke Floor Machine Co., Muskegon, Michigan, manufacturers of floor maintenance equipment. 10/6/60 Acquired D. W. Onan and Sons, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, builders of electric generating plants. 12/28/60 Sherwood H. Egbert elected president and chief executive officer effective February 1, 1961. 2/15/61 Two Studebaker Larks placed first and second in Class IV of the Pure Oil Economy Trails. 2/24/61 Studebaker-Packard announced that seat belt anchors will be provided on all passenger cars. 3/1/61 Acquired Chemical Compounds, Inc., St. Joseph, Missouri, processors and distributors of STP motor oil and fuel treatments. 4/10/61 Studebaker announced production of medium duty trucks and tractors equipped with diesel engines. 5/9/61 Studebaker Lark V-8 s took first and second places in the 4,100 mile Trans-Canada Rally. 6/1/61 Awarded $21,400,000 government contract for military trucks. 11/13/61 Studebaker Lark Daytona selected as pace car for the 1962 Indianapolis 500 mile race first compact ever selected. 2/20/62 CTL Division developed heat shielding used in successful orbital flight of astronaut John H. Glenn, Jr. 3/5/62 Acquired Schaefer, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, manufacturers of low-temperature cabinets for dairy products and frozen foods. 3/16/62 Acquired Paxton Products, Inc., Santa Monica, California, manufacturers of superchargers, industrial blowers and similar equipment. 4/25/62 Studebaker Avanti sets new world production car record. Two and one quarter miles in 60.8 seconds. Top speed 171.10 mph. 4/26/62 Studebaker Avanti, new high performance personal prestige automobile introduced to stockholders and also at New York Auto Show. Studebaker shareholders approved a change in the corporation name, dropping the word Packard. 5/24/62 CTL Division developed heat shielding used in successful orbital flight of Lieutenant Commander M. Scott Carpenter. 8/1/62 Caliper disc brakes were made available on all Studebaker cars and other safety features introduced on the Avanti were carried through to other cars in the 1963 model line of Studebaker automobiles. 10/5/62 Studebaker acquired Franklin Manufacturing Company, Minneapolis, Minnesota, manufacturers of private brand household refrigerators, freezers, and kitchen appliances. 10/5/62 Studebaker acquired Trans International Airlines, Burlingame, California. 2/14/63 A Studebaker Lark sedan, in engineering tests at Bonneville, Utah, established a two-way class record of 132.04 mph for the flying mile. 2/15/63 Seat belts will be factory installed on all new Studebaker automobiles, leading the U.S. auto industry in this move. 4/9/63 High performance Super-Lark and Super-Hawk Studebakers were introduced at the N.Y. Auto Show. 5/14/63 Miss Gillian Fields and Miss Diana Carter won the coveted Coupe de Dames in the annual trans-canada Shell 4,000 Rally. 6/7/63 Randolph H. Guthrie was named chairman of the board of Studebaker, replacing Clarence Francis, who resigned to become director emeritus. 9/11/63 A team of two girls and a man, Paula Murphy, Barbara Nieland, and Bill Carroll, established four new transcontinental records in 9,000 miles of driving at legal speeds, then capped the performance with a 145.99 mph run at Bonneville. A few days later, a team of drivers, including the two girls, set more than 360 world and national speed and endurance records at the Bonneville salt flats speedway. 10/31/63 Studebaker s STP division (Chemical Compounds) announced it would field a three car racing team at Indianapolis in 1964. 11/25/63 Resignation of Sherwood H. Egbert as president, and appointment of Byers A. Burlingame to the post were announced. 12/9/63 Studebaker announced plans to concentrate auto manufacturing at its modern plant in Hamilton, Ontario and close the South Bend factory. (continued on page 8)
Page 8 Studebaker History (continued from page 7) 1/2/64 First Canadian built Studebakers, designed for sale in the United States, came off the assembly line at Hamilton, Ontario, and were shipped to U.S. dealers. 1/23/64 Acquisition of the Guelph Stove Co. of Canada by Studebaker was announced through the Canadian subsidiary of Studebaker s Franklin Division. 2/5/64 Studebaker named Car of the Year for 1964 by Track & Traffic, Canada s leading auto magazine. 4/23/64 First quarter earnings of $1,156,000 were reported to shareholders by Byers A. Burlingame, president. 6/11/64 Sale of Trans International Airlines was announced by Studebaker. 7/20/64 An award for outstanding promotional efforts by a race team sponsor at Indianapolis was won by Andy Granatelli, president of Studebaker s Chemical Compounds Division. 9/26/64 Studebaker announced its 1965 model automobiles to the U.S. and Canadian press, stressing continuity of styling a new V-8 and 6-cyclinder engines manufactured by McKinnon Industries Ltd. Of St. Catherines, Ontario. 12/29/64 Studebaker announced sale of Mercedes-Benz automobile distribution rights in U.S. and Canada to Daimler Benz A.G. of Stuttgart, Germany, for an undisclosed amount of cash. 1/6/65 A return to the taxicab market in U.S. and Canada announced by Studebaker Automotive Division with production of special taxi model. 1/14/65 Transistorized ignition made standard equipment in one model of Studebaker automotive line; optional equipment on all other cars. 2/10/65 Highest net earnings in five years and second highest net in past 12 years announced by Studebaker, $8,064,934 for 1964. 4/19/65 Three new running changes in safety announced by Studebaker Automotive Division-flanged axles, safety door latches, and pendant accelerator pedal. 5/6/65 Second quarter earnings forecast in excess of $2.3 million for 1964 at shareholders meeting where reverse split of five for one shares of Studebaker stock approved by shareholders. 5/11/65 Distribution of $2.3 million to 4,150 former Studebaker employees announced in disposition of unused portion of pension trust fund. 9/20/65 Second new line of automobiles to be built by Studebaker s Hamilton plant introduced in Detroit showing, with sharply restyled appearance. Refreshaire ventilating systems featured in all models. 10/20/65 E. J. Challinor named president of Studebaker Automotive Sales Corporation, replacing Roy B. Bender, who became consultant and member of board of directors of SASCO. 11/1/65 Chemical Compounds Division of Studebaker changed name to that of its principal product, STP, and moved headquarters to new offices in Des Plaines, Illinois. 1/10/66 Establishment of StudeGrip Tire Stud Division of Studebaker, largest U.S. manufacturers of ice studs for winter tires, was announced. I just want to say what a great guy Bruce Sandberg is. Now don't get me wrong. Studebaker people in general are just fine people. But Bruce has been one of the best people I have met in my life. Bruce, and his neighbor Jim Sparks, have helped me more than I can thank them for. I hit a patch of bad health over the past year or so. Thankfully (with the blessings of the big guy) I am feeling better. Bruce and Jim have turned out to be some of the best friends I have ever been blessed with knowing. I just want to say that Bruce and Jim, and Studebakers in general, have helped me through a tough period of time. I also admire Delores (Shurtz) for her patience. Great people. Thanks, Anonymous
The Copper Starlight July/August 2013 Page 9 Support our local advertisers. They are SAC/SDC Member recommended 10/13 1/14 5/14 12/13 1/14 5/14 Tucson Thursdays: Northwest Cruise In at the 1/14 4/14 corner of Thornydale and Orange Grove, behind Freddy's Steakburger. Every Thursday night from 6-9pm. Look at Scott s website http://www.pbase.com/slc_images/ nw_cruise_in Thanks to Scott for supporting the Northwest Cruise In! We hope to see you there this Thursday! For more fun events go to http:// www.carnuts.org And in the state of AZ: http:// www.cruisinarizona.com/
Page 10 Studebaker Ads ~ Wanted ~ For Sale or Trade Chapter Name Tags & Shirts: Ask me about the new style pin type name tags for $6. & magnetic type name tags for $7.50 each, also about the SAC/SDC shirts in both T's and Polo's. The T's cost $12.00 (S-XL) $14.00 (2XL) Polo's $18.00 (S-XL) $20.00 (2XL) I have some Ladies styles & mint green polo shirts $20. I'll have shirts, the NEW 2013 rosters and newsletters at all club events. Chuck Stanford at 520-888-1563 or cstanford2@cox.net For Hire: Live entertainment, Rock n Roll music from the 50 s & 60 s. Call Dave Lillie 294-9106 (0:) Wanted 1 or 2 straight wheels for our 1937 Dictator. Fred Gooch 520-883-7418 (2) Wanted - Two tail lights for a 1956 Hawk, William Oller 520-751-3990 or azlindao@comcast.net (5) For Sale: 1953 complete interior. Seats and door panels, front seat frame, cushions, both folding backs, door & 1/4 panels. All for a hardtop Starliner in red. Lew Dandurand 520-743-0451 (5) For Sale: RARE 59, 3/4 Ton, 4WD, 4E12D, Nice Truck, 5 sp/o/d Alaskan Blue $20,000. Bruce Sandburg 520-586- 0403 (3) For Sale: 1 5/16 1 piece trailer hitch balls. $5.00 each Fred Gooch 520-883-7418 (2) For Sale: 1960-62 automatic transmission w/bell housing & torque convertor from V8 Studebaker car. Operated when removed $85.00 OBO (3) Fred Gooch 520-883-7418 For Sale: 5 gallon Eagle Safety Gas Can $10. Fred Gooch 520-883-7418 (1) For Sale: 1998-2000 Toyota Corolla factory mag wheels 1 new, 2 good used, complete w/centers & lug nuts, $125. takes all. (3) Fred Gooch 520-883-7418 National Geographic Magazines 1915-1934, 53 individual magazines, 3 indexes that run from 1888-1988, 3 bound editions includes July-Dec 1930 and all of 1931. $250. OBO Fred Gooch 520-883-7418 (5) For Sale: 37 President, parting out good, rust-free sheet metal, rust free doors, also radio, OD Trans, Engine Parts, and much more Parting out 53 3/4 ton C-Cab truck 38 Commander sedan parting out Many other 37 & 38 Dictator & Commander parts 41 Commander Sedan trunk lid, good condition, $50 2R5 truck Champ 6 bell housing $40 51 Commander left front door $45 51 Commander right rear door $45 53 Rear bumper $50 53-55 Sedan trunk lid $50 55 Left Hardtop door. $75 57-64 one ton front truck bumper, painted, excellent condition, $100. 59-60 Lark or 60-64 Champ truck hood $50. 59-60 Lark trunk lid, $35, good condition 53 8ft bed, good condition, no fenders $200. 60-64 Champ Truck Doors $50. ea 62 Lark Station Wagon upper tailgate $50 62 GT Hawk rear Valance that is between bumper and body $40 62 Lark rear quarters $100 for both or $60 each no rust 63 Lark 4 door front doors $50 Each 63 Lark rear doors for Wagonair or 4dr sedan $35 each 63 Lark right door for 2 door sedan $50 V8 Heads, Blocks and Cranks 259 & 289 All Large Items for pick up only. If you don t see what you need here, call me Jerry Kaiser, studeblu@earthlink.net, 520-979-0065 For Sale: Studebaker Lark Wagonaire with rare OHV 6 cylinder eng and Sliding Roof. Gauges, sliding roof, good backseat and hubcaps are inside car. Grill is good except for a tear at bottom. Save parts before they are crushed and lost forever. (909) 390-5270 - 2025 S Milliken Ave, Ontario, CA If you need a part, I can get it and send it by Greyhound to the nearest Bus Station in your area and it doesn't cost that much. Reimburse me for price, shipping, and a little money for my efforts. My cell 951-733-4697 Thanks to Randy Goble, SDC member, and printer at Creative Printers for printing this newsletter. We appreciate you! For all your printing needs, stop in at 2729 E. Grant, Tucson, or call 520.881.6572
Page 11 Membership Application The Southern Arizona Chapter Studebaker Drivers Club is dedicated to the preservation, restoration, pride of owning and the joy of driving fine Studebakers; and to providing assistance on a local level to the National Studebaker Drivers Club, Inc. You DO NOT have to be a Studebaker owner to join; however, for insurance purposes, membership is required in the National Studebaker Drivers Club. SDC was founded in 1962 and has approximately 13,000 members worldwide. Turning Wheels is the monthly magazine of the SDC. The Copper Starlight is the Southern Arizona Chapter s official publication and is published every other month. Subscriptions are included in club membership dues. Membership Application Studebaker Drivers Club To join SDC complete application, send with $31.00 check or money order in US Funds to: The Studebaker Drivers Club, Inc. PO Box 1715 Maple Grove, MN 55311-6715 Or use VISA or MasterCard and call 763-420-7829 or Fax 763-420-7849 or e-mail: sdc@cornerstonereg.com for information. Call or write with change of address. Give 2 months notice. DO NOT Send ADS with your membership; but send ADS to Turning Wheels Editor. All members of local SDC chapters must also be national SDC members. Name Spouse Birthdates Address City State Zip No. Expires Signature VISA MasterCard How to become a Member: 1) Complete the membership application below. 2) Write a check or money order for $15 for a full year payable to Southern Arizona Chapter SDC. 3) If not a member of National, enclose an additional $31.00 first year dues for SDC. 4) Mail to Membership Director: Southern Arizona Chapter of The Studebaker Drivers Club PO Box 12913 Tucson, AZ 85732 Application Form Southern Arizona Chapter Studebaker Drivers Club National SDC Member # Expires: You must be a member of SDC to join SAC. This application will not be accepted without your Studebaker Drivers Club National Number. Name: Spouse Other family members: Address: City State Zip Phone: ( ) e-mail: Birthdays: Wedding anniversary: If new member, referred by: Studebakers owned: (Year/Model/Body Style & any comments) I am willing to help my club in the following ways: Call people with club information bring cookies or snacks Host a gathering Call me & I ll help Mail out newsletters other Make arrangements for tour/location/meeting place
The Copper Starlight of the SAC/SDC 37123 South Twin Hawk Lane Marana, AZ 85658-9481 First Class SAC/SDC Contacts Southern Arizona Chapter President:: Jerry Kaiser 37123 S Twin Hawk Lane Marana, AZ 85658 520-979-0065 VP/Tourmaster: Bruce Sandburg 3249 W Yavapai Pl Benson, AZ 85602-9721 520-586-0403 Secretary: Maggie Wheeler 120 E Magee Road Tucson, AZ 85704 magwheel1@juno.com Editor: June Kaiser 37123 S Twin Hawk Lane Marana, AZ 85658 520-850-0602 Publisher: Randy Goble Creative Printers, Inc. 2729 E Grant Rd Tucson, AZ 85716-2726 520-881-6572 Treasurer: Chuck Stanford 830 E Halcyon Road Tucson, AZ 85719-2121 520-888-1563 Membership Louise Stanford & Circulation: 830 E Halcyon Road Tucson, AZ 85719-2121 520-888-1563 Past President: Bruce Sandburg 3249 W Yavapai Pl Benson, AZ 85602-9721 520-586-0403 SDC National Officers President: Carl Thomason 43306 Running Deer Drive Coarsegold, CA 93614 thomason2@earthlink.net Vice President: Mimi Halgren 9350 El Tajado Road La Mesa, CA 91941 mimihalgren@hotmail.com Secretary: Nita Ketchum Box 37 Ida, AR 72456 NLKetchum@aol.com Treasurer: Jane Stinson 5800 Stanley Road Columbiaville, MI 48421 jestinson@aol.com Pacific Southwest Zone National Director: Colin Fort PO Box 939 Cardiff-by-the-See, CA 92007 colinfort@cox.net Zone Coordinator: Jon Carter 12270 N 78th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85260 joncarter@cox.net Arizona Regional Manager : Chris Collins 2410 West Freeway Lane Phoenix, Arizona 85021 602 995 5311 collinsaz@cox.net Reprinting of articles contained herein is granted to any other SDC related organization provided. The Copper Starlight and/or appropriate authors are credited as the source. Items for publication must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publication. Any articles, information, pictures, cartoons, etc, are welcome. Mail articles to address on front or e-mail your editor at gkaiser493@earthlink.net