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PPrreessiiddeennttss RReeppoorrtt Hello again everyone Unbelievably only one meeting to go in our championship already. Looking at the points the final meeting will be very exciting and tense for the drivers still in with a chance of winning overall. Hopefully calm heads will prevail and good clean close racing will be the highlight (you all know what I mean by now) Thank you to all our sponsor’s over the season Kuhmo Tyres Fresh To Go Tauranga Meat Packers And all other people who help financially and or donated their time to help create another successful season. With the AGM not too far away I trust you have all been talking about remits and other important voting matters. Thank you to Justin for all his work on organising this year’s AGM in Hamilton. Finally I will be standing down this year from my position on the Committee, I have (at times) enjoyed my time as President but my young family requires a bit more of my time these days. Thank you all for your support over the past years Yours sincerely Wayne T Davies

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Working on the dangerous assumption that you have already read our general Brake Upgrade information pack (download from the right), here are a few specific points that Rodders may want to keep in mind. Firstly, one of the most common upgrades we see on classics and rods is the HQ/XW-XB front disc brake graft. Fine and dandy if HQ fronts are now considered a cool retro look, but in reality, they are now 35 year old technology. I doubt that you are going to fill your freshly built small block engine, using all the latest trick internal gear of course, with 30/40 motor oil from the seventies, so why not consider something a bit more up to date? We think that you will be quite pleasantly surprised at just how inexpensive some of the American Wilwood 4 pot calipers can be. Still, if you have your heart set on a pair of cast iron single pot calipers, we can get them working amazingly well for you. Secondly, most people assume that Australian and American drum brakes don’t work. They do, and well, but generally only once. The poor performance associated with drum brakes is usually because of bad adjustment as the self adjusters never seem to work properly. Drum brakes inability to stop repeatedly from high speeds is due to the drum brake friction materials used. Typically, drum brake compounds haven’t had the same levels of R&D thrown at them over the last three decades as their disc brake stablemates have. You will know by now, having made that dangerous assumption again, that upgraded drum brake compounds are available if you want to retain that original look. This is a real growth side of the hot rodding industry and a bonus to the classic car owners who want to combine originality with driveability. The racing drum brake compounds are excellent from cold with an improvement to handbrake operation. As a street compound, they work very much the same as standard materials but with higher temperature handling abilities, therefore able to withstand the rigors of repeated high speed braking. We don’t, however, recommend 4 wheel drum brakes for racing duties. Braided brake hoses, regardless of their ability to improve pedal feel, also look great on T-Buckets and other custom cars – which is really what it is all about anyway, isn’t it?

CClluubb CCaappttaaiinn CCaalllliinngg Afternoon Everybody I know it’s been said once but the handicapping at Hampton Downs was superb, no I didn't win a race! If I had of lapped more consistently I know I would have been in for a chance as would anybody. In fact, a big thank you to the handicappers for the whole season. A great meeting which I hope most enjoyed. The sun came again for Manfeild (boo, why won't it rain) and we enjoyed a good field and hard racing. Very hard in fact (even for the small bum on the Imp) which reminded of something Denny Hulme said years ago “if you can't pass without hitting someone you're not a very good driver". I know it can be difficult and we are racing but the idea is not to hit other cars, which shows a higher level of driver skill. I'm not counting myself as perfect either and have made driver error causing panel damage but it’s important to try not to hit cars if possible. Barbeque: Mike Johnston has come up with a great idea for the final barbeque of the season. Please bring a steak or chicken or what ever you like and we will cook it for you. Perhaps we can have a bit more of a social gathering rather than a sausage then off somewhere for dinner. Anybody got a Banjo? or maybe piano they want to bring. That’s all for now looking forward to seeing you all at Taupo. Der Kapitan

**Gary gets the Chocolate fish for the first Committee Member to send me his report!**

NNootteess ffrroomm NNooeelliinnee First of all, there has been some awesome racing lately - Hampton Downs at the beginning of February and then Manfeild at the end of the month. Congratulations to all those who had a great time and commiserations to those who felt they didn't. Remember you should all race hard but also look after each other and have fun doing it. We have one round left to go - Taupo at Easter - note that the closing date for entries is 17 March. It would be really great if we could have an even bigger field of cars for the last round of the season. For those of you who don't like my handicapping, I expect to see your nomination for the job at the AGM - and I know who you are - I have ears in all quarters. Don't forget to bring your trophies to Taupo, if you haven't already given them to Merv. Also, if you haven't already done so, please get your registration for the AGM dinner & Prizegiving to me - we need to know numbers ASAP. See you all at Taupo. Noeline

This is Shane – once again working on a FORD Starter Motor in Targa

Bambina 2012 – Thanks heaps for your help Shane. We still had to push start her! But we finished! From Jo

AGM REMITS Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc Annual General Meeting 26-May 2012 I have attached the remits as received, the dates for the north south is the 26th march, and for the series articles the 26th of April. If we receive any more for the N-S-A and Series Articles I will send thru as they arrive. Remit # One 10-Feb-2012 Section: 7.0 Vehicle Interior (Schedule P65) (Existing) 7.2 All seating shall be removed. The Competition Seat shall be mounted (to the left

or right of the vehicle center-line) no further rearward than the original seat (Proposed) 7.2 All seating shall be removed. The driver’s seat shall be mounted (to the left or

right of the vehicle center-line) no further rearward than the original seat. A front passenger seat may be fitted (to the right or left of the vehicle center-line) no further rearward than the original seat; each must be in compliance with rule 5.1.2 and 5.1.3

5.1.2 A minimum 4-strap safety harness shall be installed in full compliance with

Schedule A 5.1.3 A Competition Seat in full compliance with Schedule A shall be fitted. The purpose of this change is to tidy up rule 7.2 which does not allow for front passenger seats to be fitted Moved By: Alex Davie Seconded by: Voting members__________________ For_____________________________ Against__________________________ Abstained________________________ Motion: Carried / Declined 66.6% required to pass Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc.

AGM Agenda Pre 65 Racing Saloons 2011 / 2012Race Season

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Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012

Remit # Two 10-Feb- 2012 Section: 5.0 Safety Equipment Requirements. (Schedule P65) Additional New Rules

5.1.6 Wipers refer - Schedule-A Rule: 5.3 (6) 5.1.7 Rear vision Mirrors refer – Schedule A: Rule 5.3 (7)

Rule 5.3: As written in Schedule A

Schedule P65 it does not specifically mention, Wipers or mirrors Moved By – Alex Davie Seconded by: Voting members__________________ For_____________________________ Against__________________________ Abstained________________________ Motion: Carried / Declined 66.6% required to Pass Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012


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Remit # Three 10-Feb- 2012 Section: 5.0 Safety Equipment Requirements (Schedule P65) Rule 5.1.5 Additional wording 5.1.5 A high ‘rain’ light is to be mounted inside the car facing rearward on the centre line of the

rear window in a position that does not restrict rearward vision. The light may double as a ‘stop light’ and must be a red lens LED type light.

5.1.5 A high ‘rain’ light is to be mounted inside the car facing rearward on the centre line of the

rear window in a position that does not restrict rearward vision. The light may double as a ‘stop light’ and must be a red lens LED type light. In addition to the original series production taillights or replicas as laid out in rule 6.2 that are in good working order.

Moved By – Alex Davie Seconded by: Voting members__________________ For_____________________________ Against__________________________ Abstained________________________ Motion: Carried / Declined 66.6% required to Pass Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012


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Remit # Four: 16-Feb-2012 New Rule Section: 11.0: Transmission. (Schedule P65)Rule 11.7 The gearbox cross member may be strengthened, altered or replaced. Purpose There is no provision to replace alter or strengthen the gearbox cross member, it is permitted to replace the gearbox but not the cross member, to tidy up a rule

Moved by: Alex Davie Seconded by:

Voting members__________________

For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________

Motion: Carried / Declined

66.6% required to pass Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012


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Remit # Five: 16-Feb-2012 Section: 13.0: Suspension. (Schedule P65) New Rule Rule 13.7 Bolt on front axle beam/front suspension cross member may be strengthened, altered or replaced. There is no provision to replace alter or strengthen the front axle beam/front suspension cross member, it is permitted to replace the suspension, strengthen the towers, but not the cross member, to tidy up a rule Moved By – Alex Davie Seconded by:


For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________




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Remit # Six: 16-Feb-2012 Section: 8.0 Engine Specifications (Schedule P65) Rule 8.5 Change of wording From 8.5 Approved rev limiters to be fitted to engines with non-standard crankshafts, rev limits to be set by combined council To 8.5 Approved rev limiters to be fitted to engines with non-standard crankshafts, rev limits to be set by committee To tidy up a rule; The Combined Council is no longer a valid authority.

Moved By: Alex Davie Seconded by:


For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________


66.6% required to pass

Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012


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Remit # Seven: 17-Feb-2012

Section: 11. Transmissions (Schedule P65)

Alteration to Rule: 11.1

Existing Rule 11.1 The gearbox casing and tail-shaft housing must have been in series production prior to 31/12/65, although the internal components are free. The Ford tail-shaft housing (part number 2821E-7A039C) is authorised. Post 65 Gearboxes from standard production road cars with ‘H’ pattern shift utilizing four forward gears permitted.

Proposed Rule 11.2 The gearbox casing and tail-shaft housing must have been in series production prior to 31/12/65, although the internal components are free. The Ford tail-shaft housing (part number 2821E-7A039C) is authorised. Any post 65 Gearboxes and tail-shafts with ‘H’ pattern shift utilizing four forward gears permitted. Moved by: Peter Stevenson Seconded by: ________________


For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________




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Remit # Eight: 20-Feb-2012

Section: 14. Braking System (Schedule P65)

Addition to rule 14.3 – Currently reads: 14.3 Front brakes may be replaced with single disc / single 2 piston (maximum) caliper. Ventilated discs from a series production vehicle, to a maximum size of 300mm x 26mm are authorized. Change rule to read: 14.3 Front brakes may be replaced with single disc / single 2 piston (maximum) caliper. Ventilated discs from a series production vehicle, to a maximum size of 300mm x 26mm are authorized. Rear drums may be replaced with non-vented brake rotors maximum size 290mm diameter x 20mm thick. 1 calliper per side with a maximum of 2 pistons per calliper, rotors & callipers must be from a series production vehicle. Moved By: Mike Johnston Seconded by: _____________ Voting members__________________

For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________




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Remit # Nine: 20-Feb-2012 (Existing) 3.2 The Engine castings shall have been in Series Production prior to 31st December 1965, or a post 1965 cylinder block and/or crankshaft from the same generic engine family as the pre 1965 cylinder block and/or crankshaft (retaining the same cylinder configuration and the same number of cylinders) produced by the same manufacturer as the car, from the same country of origin as the car and fitted within the confines of the original engine compartment. Note: All post 1965 cylinder blocks and/or crankshafts are to be as per list, refer Article 8.13. (Proposed) 3.2 The Engine castings shall have been in Series Production prior to 31st December 1965, or a post 1965 cylinder block and/or crankshaft from the same generic engine family as the pre 1965 cylinder block and/or crankshaft (retaining the same cylinder configuration and the same number of cylinders) produced by the same manufacturer as the car, from the same country of origin as the car and fitted within the confines of the original engine compartment. A Post65 or aftermarket block of the same material and of similar appearance that is not on the Post 65 list may be used providing the Pre65 stroke is used also the Pre65 bore size plus 0.30 thousandth of an inch maximum overbore from the standard bore. All engines to be measured (Stroke and Bore) and sealed by persons who have no financial interest in the car or in the engine building for the car. As approved by the committee Note: All post 1965 cylinder blocks and/or crankshafts are to be as per list, refer Article 8.13. Moved By –Merv Macdonald Seconded by: ___________ Voting members__________________

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Abstained________________________




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Remit # Ten: 16-Feb-2012 Section: 4.0 General Conditions (Schedule P65) Rule 4.1 Change of wording From 4.1 All engines may be checked and/or sealed prior to competition. (Refer Series Articles) To 4.1 All engines shall be checked and/or sealed prior to competition. (Refer Series Articles)

Moved By: Merv Macdonald Seconded by:


For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________



Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc.


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Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012

Remit # Eleven: 24-Feb-2012 Section: 8. Engines (Schedule P65)

Alteration to Rule: 8.13 Post 1965 Engine List

Existing Rule 8.13 The following engine blocks and/or crankshafts have been approved for use in this Series: · Ford 302 Windsor cylinder block only, (excludes the BOSS, SVO & MEXICO blocks) · Chrysler LA 318 (cylinder block only) · Rootes 930 Sunbeam Imp cylinder block & crankshaft · Ford pre-cross flow 1500 standard production cylinder block. · Ford 7 main bearing 200ci low deck Proposed Addition to Rule 8.13. The following engine blocks and/or crankshafts have been approved for use in this Series: · Ford 302 Windsor cylinder block only, (excludes the BOSS, SVO & MEXICO blocks) · Chrysler LA 318 (cylinder block only) · Rootes 930 Sunbeam Imp cylinder block & crankshaft · Ford pre-cross flow 1500 standard production cylinder block. · Ford cross flow 1600 cylinder block only · Ford 7 main bearing 200ci low deck

Reasons:

1) Availability. Decent 1500 non-cross flow blocks now near unobtainable.

2) Reliability, much more selection of later model stronger 1600 blocks

3) Give competitors much more choice.

4) Still must use non-cross flow head/crankshaft etc

5) All 4cyl Fords covered including Lotus etc.

Moved by: Mark Stretton Seconded by: ________________


For_____________________________

Against__________________________

Abstained________________________

Motion: Carried / Declined 66.6% required to pass


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North South Accord Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012 Remit # One: (North South Accord) 20-Feb-2012 North South Accord The club (Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc.) to reinstate the North South Accord

Moved By: Merv Macdonald Seconded by:


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Series Articles P65 Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012 Series Articles Remit #1 20-Feb-2012 14. Penalties, Protests and Appeals

Original 14.2 Reverse Grid Races only: Unless notified prior by the competitor, and after

investigation by the Series Coordinator, Drivers breaking their best qualifying or race times at that round by more than 2 seconds on any lap will be excluded from the results of that race. New drivers to the track or if the weather conditions change between races, the Series Coordinator may withhold any penalty.

Proposed

14.2 Reverse Grid Races only: Any Driver breaking their best time from either Qualifying or any preceding Race at that meeting by more than two (2) seconds (the ‘break-out time’) on any lap shall be excluded from the results of that Race, excepting that if: (1) The Driver is competing at that circuit for the first time, or (2) The Series Coordinator determines that the circuit condition has changed

significantly, due to either weather or atmospheric conditions, or any other reason, over the course of the meeting.

Then the Series Coordinator may, at their discretion, either amend the ‘break-out time’ to a maximum of five (5) seconds, or (in exceptional circumstances) waive the penalty altogether. The Series Coordinator must inform the Driver(s) of their decision as soon as practicable, but in any case shall be at least thirty (30) minutes prior to the start of the Race. Where Rule 14.2.2 is applied the published lap times for that race will take precedence over the starting positions as laid out in rule 10.5, these published lap times will apply to any subsequent race held under the same or similar circuit conditions that existed during the race as per 14.2.2.

Moved By: Alex Davie Seconded by: _________________ Voting members__________________ For_____________________________ Against__________________________ Abstained________________________


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50% required to pass Motion: Carried / Declined

Pre65 Racing Saloons Inc. Annual General Meeting 26-May-2012 Series Articles Remit # 2: 20-Feb-2012 Section: 3.0: Eligibility: (Series Articles Pre65). Rule 3.4 Change of wording From 3.4 Official Series Seals may be applied by the Series Scrutineer to components and/or assemblies of components in compliance with Appendix Two, Schedule A, Article 3.7. All seals shall be clearly detailed in the vehicles MotorSport NZ logbook.) To 3.4 Official Series Seals shall be applied by the Series Scrutineer to components and/or assemblies of components in compliance with Appendix Two, Schedule A, Article 3.7. All seals shall be clearly detailed in the vehicles MotorSport NZ logbook.

Moved By: Merv Macdonald Seconded by: __________________


For_____________________________

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Abstained________________________


50% required to pass


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ZZeepphhyyrr EEnnggiinnee It has come to my attention that there are a couple of members calling into question the legality of the ex-Tony Christenson MkIII Zephyr now owned by Campbell Gould. When the car was built the regs stated that the engine had to retain the same number of cylinders and the engine was from the same manufacturer as the car. Chudleigh was the Chief tech at the time and under the rules Chudleigh approved the fitment of the Falcon engine. At the June 2004 AGM a remit was passed to add the additional wording to the engine rule that said the engine had to come from the same country of manufacturer as the car. There was a further remit which included the camshaft as part of the engine, both of these remits had repercussions for the Zephyr but also the overhead can conversion on the ex-Justin Haworth Cortina. There were issues with getting the AGM minutes done and as President at the time, I wrote the minutes up which included a clarification on both Remits 1 (country of Origin) and Remit 5 (relocation of the camshaft). I have gone back thru the minutes and have copied to a PDF format a copy of the clarification.

As the Cortina was altered from the overhead configuration, the grandfather right was rescinded, however the Zephyr never was changed and the grandfather right still exists. The Zephyr is legal! If any one wishes to discuss the matter further come and talk to me! I have done some further research into local manufacturer, under the “KD” (Knocked Down rules), any car that had the agreed local content (generally between 50 to 60%) was regarded LEGALLY as being locally manufactured, and all vehicles assembled in NZ up to 1989 were built under The KD rules. Therefore the case can be made; that the country of origin for all these cars built in NZ is New Zealand, the same applies to AUSTRALIA and many other commonwealth countries around the world. This has implications on the country of origin rule, and will need some consideration. Alex DAVIE

Spy on the Bank Race Report Round 5 HAMPTON DOWNS

Thanks to the wonderful Waikato for the first dry weekend of the 2011/212 Season. Once again KUMHO TYRES PRE 65 RACEING SALOONS provided the largest number of cars at a round of the 2011/2012 IRC season. Twenty four cars lined up for qualifying. The grid was boosted by new member Robin Greenland driving a 1000cc Morris Cooper, the return to racing after a 12 year layoff of James Cobham in an Anglia and Freddy Rice making one of his irregular appearances ‘this time in an Anglia with a long Pre65 history. Another feature of this meeting was the lap records that tumbled. Bill McKinnon driving the Chev Nova dropped his own V8 and overall record to 1.17.111, Graham Lett in a PB Vauxhall set the new 6 cylinder record at 1.19.967 displacing an absent Tim Patterson (it was only ½ a second, hurry back Tim). Mark Bowskill (Cortina), Steve Hallett (Cortina) and Brad McDonald (Anglia) all pushed hard but the Class C record set last season of 1.21.240 still belongs to Dave Robinson in the Cortina. The Hillman Imp of Gary Rush was quickest under 1400cc this season but the record he set last season of 1.22.185 still remains.

QUALIFYING Class D was dominated by Gary Rush who only testing an engine he built for Ian Perry (yea right) Richard Hill who had gearbox issues was 2nd quickest. Robin Greenland had the 1000cc mini in 3rd with Dave Bone 4th and Owen Jenkins 5th. Class C was very competitive with Mark Bowskill 1st, Brad McDonald, Steve Hallett and James Cobham all within 1.1 seconds. Andrew Hudson and Mark Stretton were also very close to the lead pack. Freddy Rice, Alan Power and Mitch Cobham made up a very large class C field. Shane Hobman was out on his own in class B. Chris Gunn and Errol Hamley were having their first skid on Hampton Downs while Graham Lett was having fuel supply issues. Six cars fought out the V8class with Bill McKinnon’s Chev quickest from the very hard chasing Fords of Pete Stevenson and Tony Elmiger. Mark Pidduck was behind the wheel of the Thunderbird followed by the Chryslers of Mike Johnston and Andrew Alexander.

RACE ONE Peter Stevenson had a great start from the outside of the front row followed by Tony Elmiger off row two who made the most of Bill McKinnon and Mark Pidduck smoking up tyres. Bill McKinnon set a new lap record and claimed the win from Tony Elmiger, Pete Stevenson, Mark Pidduck and Andrew Alexander. Mike Johnstone had tyre pressure problems and slowed in the later stages of the race. GrahamLett started off the back and after one lap was up to the front half of the field, his charge to the front continued until his fuel supply issues reappeared. Shane Hobman was class B winner with Chris Gunn who was 3½seconds quicker than in practice second. Errol Hamley broke an axle in the Triumph Vitesse and was unable to continue racing. The class C boys were in a very tight bunch. Brad McDonald who had the race face on from lap one claimed the class C win from Steve Hallett and James Cobham while Mark Bowskill had a slow puncture which robbed him of a top finish and an electrical problem stopping Freddy Rice late in the race. Richard Hill found

more speed in race one but was unable to catch class D winner Gary Rush, Dave Bone who found 4½seconds in the lunch break was 3rd with Robin Greenland 4th. Owen Jenkins had clutch problems and was unable to start.

Race Two The scratch race on Saturday afternoon saw some very close racing and close lap times so everyone was waiting to see what the handicapper had to say. As expected there were some big bunches starting together. The gearbox in the A40 of Richard Hill had failed in pre‐race warm up and was out for the rest of the day. Dave Bone had the Cooper S flying early and was on the rev limiter in top gear going over the start finish line. Andrew Hudson and Gary Rush were swapping places early while Mark Bowskill, James Cobham and Steve Hallett were locked in a three car duel early in the race. Mitch Cobham was also picking up the pace putting down his fastest lap time of the weekend on lap eight. Robin Greenland had the lead early and was driving like he wanted to stay there. Freddy Rice was looking very fast and got to the lead only to give it away with a spin on turn one. Chris Gunn had settled into Hampton Downs but his charge to the front was halted when he lost the fan belt. Mark Pidduck was pushing hard with a lot of sideways and smoking tyres going through the s’s. James Cobham was shown the mechanical black flag on lap 3 when a rocker cover gasket failed. Mike Johnston, Graeme Lett and Bill McKinnon were all on the move from the back and got to the finish line first second and third.

RACE THREE Right from the flag drop Robin Greenland was chasing Owen Jenkins hard. Owen held the lead until Robin proved that if you are good enough (or brave enough) you can pass around the outside on turn one. Mike Johnston was trying very hard, using all his brakes and power through the s’s. Shane Hobman was also very keen through the s’s. Brad McDonald and James Cobham were also on the move early. The Mark Bowskill Cortina developed a misfire, investigations after the race found the alternator wires had fallen off. Chris Gunn parked the Valiant when the fan belt disappeared again. James Cobham, Andrew Hudson and Andrew Alexander were on the charge early in this race with both Andrews posting their best lap time of the weekend in lap 2. Alan Power who was another driver having his first skid in the Waikato was also improving his times all weekend unfortunately ended race 3 with dings in both ends of the Anglia. Bill McKinnon, Mike Johnston and Graeme Lett were heading towards the front by using the old trick in handicap races; pass then as soon as you catch them. Bill McKinnon got the race and class A win, with Graeme Lett first in class B while James Cobham claimed his first class C win in at least 12 years with Gary Rush completing a very successful weekend with the class D win.

Spy on the Bank’s Drive of the Weekend This weekend we cannot look past three notable events. Gary Rush in Class D. Holds the class lap record, fastest in qualifying and three class wins. There were five entries in this class this weekend, the largest all season. Bill McKinnons new lap record, fastest in qualifying and two race wins. The Race organising committee who have decided that we only need one warm up lap. I heard a lot of positive comment and no negative comment about this decision.

Spy on the Bank Race Report

ROUND SIX MANFIELD AUTO COURSE

Fine weather and a dry track greeted the twenty two cars that were in the pits for round six of the KUMHO TYRES PRE65 Racing Saloon North Island Championship. Ray Hurst was again visiting from Rakaia with the Anglia while Mike Annabell was having his first run of the season in the EJ Holden. The racing has been close all season and with only two rounds remaining there were six drivers still with a chance of winning the title.

QUALIFYING Six V8 cars went out to qualify. Bill McKinnon had the Chev Nova on race pace early and was more than 2 seconds quicker than 2nd fastest Mike Johnston. They were followed by Tony Elmiger, Mark Pidduck, Peter Stevenson and Andrew Alexander. Tony Elmiger and Peter Stevenson were both bedding in brakes so the best was yet to come. Class B had five entries. Chris Gunn withdrew his entry after he found a blown head gasket in warm up. Quickest was Graeme Lett from Shane Hobman 2nd Mike Annabell 3rd with Bruce Goodwin 4th. For the second meeting in a row Mark Bowskill showed the Class C drivers the fast way around the track. Brad McDonald, James Cobham and Mark Stretton were in a tight bunch for 2nd, 3rdand 4th. Mitch Cobham, Andrew Hudson and Ray Hurst rounded out the class. In Class D Richard Hill had a good gearbox again and was more than 1 second quicker than Gary Rush. Dyno testing for the Robin Greenland Morris Cooper revealed that it had 66 HP at the wheels qualified 3rd while Owen Jenkins completed the grid.

Race One It was all on when the red lights went out. Mike Johnston who was on the outside of the front row smoked up the tyres which allowed Tony Elmiger to follow Bill McKinnon into the first corner, the few car lengths Mike gave away were more than the 8/10’s of a second that separated the two at the finish. Mitch Cobham, Mark Stretton and Richard Hill came together on what was a very congested turn one. Graeme Lett did very well to save the PB Vauxhall from spinning at the hairpin. Shane Hobman broke an axle early and James Cobham also had a DNF with gear selection problems. There were several races within races going on with Mark Bowskill and Brad McDonald swapping places. Pete Stevenson and Andrew Alexander close all race. What Mike Annabell in the Holden lost to the Thunderbird of Mark Pidduck in a straight line he certainly gained on the turns and at race end the cornering speed of the Holden prevailed over the bigger HP of the Ford. The closest of all was the duel between Ray Hurst and Robin Greenland with only 5/100th of a second between the two at the finish line. Class A and race win went to Bill McKinnon followed by Tony Elmiger and Mike Johnston. First in Class B was Graeme Lett with Mike Annabell 2nd and Bruce Goodwin 3rd. Mark Bowskill continued his good form to claim the Class C victory over Brad McDonald 2nd and an improving Andrew Hudson 3rd. In Class D Gary Rush had got by Richard Hill to claim the class D win with Rodin Greenland 3rd.

RACE TWO The first of the handicap races saw a number of incidents that can mostly be put down to driver error. Owen Jenkins was away first followed by Ray Hurst and Robin Greenland, yesterdays close racing between these two continued until the fan belt went on Rays Anglia and Robins Mini dropped a cylinder. Mark Bowskill who was very quick off the start line was chased hard by Brad McDonald. Andrew Hudson and Gary Rush were making the most of a clear track and looking for the front spot. Then it all happened James Cobham accidently turned off the ignition while changing gear, Graeme Lett had a very similar problem. Brad McDonald spun coming into the front straight, Bill McKinnon spun at the hairpin trying to pass Tony Elmiger who in turn spun at Higgins while trying to affect an outside pass on Mike Johnston who received a mechanical black flag for a loose front suspension. All cars were able to recover for some points except the Elmiger Mustang which had suffered panel damage to the front and rear when it hit the safety fence. Race victory went to Mark Pidduck who also claimed the Class A win from Andrew Alexander 2nd and Pete Stevenson 3rd.Shane Hobman was first in Class B followed by a hard charging Mike Annabell and a very smooth and consistent Bruce Goodman 3rd.Andrew Hudson who was 6thoverall held out a very fast finishing Mark Bowskill for the Class C win with Brad McDonald 3rd. Gary Rush finished a strong 3rd overall and 1st in Class D. Richard Hill who was having gear box problems again finished a very creditable 8th overall and 2nd in class. Owen Jenkins who set his fastest lap time of the weekend on lap six was 13th overall and 3rd in class.

RACE THREE The last race was a chance for a few drivers to make up for their morning indiscretions. James Cobham, Richard Hill and Bill McKinnon were all on a mission. Andrew Alexander and Mike Annabell were both on race pace early. Up the front Ray Hurst and Owen Jenkins were having their own race while Tony Elmiger was finding the very wide Chrysler of Mike Johnston hard to pass. Richard Hill (who had put his best socks on) had the A 40in the lead by lap five was followed closely by James Cobham. Brad McDonald and Mark Bowskill both slowed with gearbox problems and the Holden of Mike Annabell was down on power late in the race. Bill McKinnon got to the front in the last half of the last lap to claim the race win, Andrew Alexander who had his best race of the weekend was 2ndin Class A. Peter Stevenson was 3rd in class Aand 5th across the line. Class B honours went to Shane Hobman1st, Graeme Lett 2nd and Bruce Goodwin taking the 3rd step on the podium. James Cobham saved his best until last race. His best lap time of the weekend was on lap two. He was 3rd across the line and 1st in Class C. Mark Stretton who also had his best race was 2nd with Brad McDonald 3rd. The Class D win went to Richard Hill who was 4th over the line with Gary Rush 2nd and Owen Jenkins 3rd.

The Spy on the bank drive of the weekend award This weekend goes to all PRE65 Racing Saloon Club Officials, Drivers and Members. We had the largest field, the biggest variety of cars, the most action and passing on the track. I guess what I am saying is what a great club to be part of.

Championships Far From Decided By Justin Haworth

Going into the final round at Easter in Taupo we have the very rare scenario of the top 5 drivers separated by less than 10 points. This has not happened in recent history of the club and most probably never has happened in our series. The championship is very tight in most of the classes also, so here is just a little preview of the situation we have for the final round! Bring it on! Overall As noted above and excluding the drivers with a “mathematical” chance of the championship title, the top 5 overall drivers are separated by just 9 points. Heading the group is rear disc brake campaigner and former Class B champion Mike Johnston in the big Plymouth. Just 3 points back is another Whanganui Chrysler V8 driver Andrew Alexander in his AP6 Valliant. Keeping them honest and just 4 points adrift from Andrew is two-time defending series champion and gold card holder Bill McKinnon in the Nova, Bill will be keen for a back to back championship to join an exclusive club (Collier, Sprague, Haworth, Stevenson). Only 3 Points back from Billy we have Higgins Corners own Tony Elmiger flying the Ford flag in the Mustang. Tony hopes to go one place better than last season. Rounding out the top 5 with possibly the best & most consistent drive of the series, as well as the only 6 cylinder car amongst the V8s, Graeme Lett in the ex Alex Davie Vauxhall PB. The series is literally there for the taking for any of these drivers. No pressure boys. Good luck to you all. Class A Bill McKinnon has a reasonable buffer of 26 class points going in to the final round. The real battle will be for the bridesmaid title with both Johnston & Elmiger sharing 372 apiece. Quite a gap back in 4th is Alexander who still has a fighting chance for a trophy. Class B Consistency looks to be the key to doing well in Class B. Early leader Tim Patterson has missed the last couple of meetings, in doing so has almost certainly handed the title to Lett. 36 Points adrift is Shane Hobman with a mathematical chance of a class win, leaving Patterson in 3rd. I predict that is how it will finish. Class C An excellent season sees Brad McDonald in his Anglia holding a slim 10 point lead from Mark Batman Bowskill in his immaculate (except after Manfeild) Cortina. Andrew Hudson bringing up third spot and with a sporting chance just 24 points behind Bowskill. This one will go down to the wire too. Class D Dominant Class D Driver Richard Hill is has his nose in front going into the final round with a respectable 28 point buffer to Gary Rush in his Imp. Gary has been slightly quicker than Richard in the last few rounds and with the Richards A40 struggling for reliability it could be interesting! So keep an eye out on this battle. Morris Minor Pilot Owen Jenkins has all but secured 3rd place, with Tokoroa’s Dave Bone well back to fourth.

Pre65 Racing Saloons Class Points 2011-12Class A Round 1 M Round 2 T Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 Round 7 Total #Bill McKinnon 20 18 18 0 20 0 14 20 20 16 18 18 20 16 14 14 20 20 18 20 20 20 14 20 398 1Tony Elmiger 16 0 16 16 18 20 20 18 18 18 20 16 12 18 18 18 16 18 14 16 16 18 0 12 372 2Mike Johnston 18 20 0 18 16 18 16 16 16 20 16 14 14 14 16 20 12 10 20 18 18 16 12 14 372 3Andrew Alexander 14 16 20 20 14 16 18 14 14 14 14 20 10 12 12 0 10 12 16 12 10 12 18 18 336 4Peter Stevenson 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 20 20 16 18 16 10 10 12 14 16 16 198 5Mark Pidduck 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 14 12 14 14 14 20 10 112 6Joanne Kapua 10 14 0 14 12 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 64 7Wayne Davies 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 8

Class B Round 1 M Round 2 T Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 Round 7 Total #Graeme Lett 20 20 16 20 20 20 18 18 18 18 18 16 20 18 18 16 14 0 20 20 20 20 14 18 420 1Shane Hobman 16 18 20 18 16 16 14 16 20 16 16 14 16 14 16 14 20 20 18 18 18 0 20 20 394 2Tim Patterson 18 16 18 0 18 18 20 20 16 20 20 16 14 16 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 230 3Errol Hamley 14 14 14 0 14 0 0 0 14 14 14 20 10 10 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 154 4Bruce Goodwin 0 0 0 0 12 14 16 14 0 0 0 0 10 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 16 16 16 138 5Chris Gunn 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 12 14 20 18 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 94 6Jeff Warn 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 20 20 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 76 7Mike Annabell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 18 18 14 66 8Joanne Kapua 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 12 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 36 9

Class D Round 1 M Round 2 T Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 Round 7 Total #Richard Hill 20 18 20 20 20 18 18 18 18 20 16 18 20 20 20 20 18 18 0 0 20 18 18 20 416 1Gary Rush 18 20 18 0 16 20 16 20 16 18 18 16 0 18 18 0 20 20 20 20 18 20 20 18 388 2Owen Jenkins 16 16 16 18 14 14 14 14 0 0 0 0 18 16 16 16 12 0 14 10 14 14 16 16 284 3Dave Bone 0 0 0 0 18 16 20 16 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 16 18 18 0 0 0 0 136 4Robin Greenland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 14 16 16 16 0 0 0 78 5Anguss Fog 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 16 20 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 76 6

Class C Round 1 M Round 2 T Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 Round 7 Total #Brad McDonald 0 0 0 0 18 18 16 18 20 20 18 18 20 20 12 16 18 20 14 18 18 18 16 14 350 1Mark Bowskill 10 14 16 20 16 14 10 16 12 18 16 12 16 18 14 0 20 10 20 0 20 20 18 10 340 2Andrew Hudson 18 20 0 16 0 0 0 14 14 16 20 16 14 16 20 14 12 14 18 16 10 16 20 12 316 3Mark Stretton 16 18 18 18 0 0 0 0 18 14 0 0 10 0 0 0 10 12 12 10 14 14 14 18 216 5Mitch Cobham 0 0 0 0 10 10 18 0 0 0 0 0 10 14 16 20 10 10 10 10 12 12 12 10 184 7Steve Hallett 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 14 20 18 0 18 18 16 18 16 14 0 0 0 0 162 4Ash Alexander 14 16 20 14 14 12 14 0 16 10 0 0 10 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 152 6James Cobham 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 16 0 20 16 0 10 20 96 10Alan Power 0 0 0 0 10 10 12 12 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 10 10 10 0 0 0 0 0 86 8Grant Taylor 0 0 0 0 20 20 20 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 80 9Ray Hurst 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 12 0 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 10 0 0 56 12Dave Robinson 0 0 0 0 12 16 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 38 11Kelvin Rice 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 10 12 0 0 0 0 32 13Pat Dillon 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 14

Pre65 Racing Saloon Series Overall Points 20011-12Driver Round 1 M Round 2 T Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6 Round 7 TRAVELING PreS Total PosMike Johnston 0 20 0 19 0 19 9 14 0 20 16 11 0 17 10 20 0 15 20 19 0 18 3 14 0 0 0 20 20 304 1Andrew Alexander 0 18 19 20 0 14 10 12 0 15 11 20 0 15 6 0 0 16 17 14 0 16 19 19 0 0 0 20 20 301 2Bill McKinnon 0 19 18 0 0 0 5 20 0 16 17 18 0 18 9 10 0 20 18 20 0 20 9 20 0 20 20 0 0 297 3Tony Elmiger 0 0 14 12 0 19 11 19 0 19 19 12 0 19 11 18 0 19 14 17 0 19 0 12 0 20 20 0 0 294 4Graeme Lett 0 17 15 18 0 18 16 11 0 17 15 10 0 14 16 16 0 0 19 18 0 15 5 13 0 0 0 20 20 293 5Richard Hill 0 13 17 16 0 10 19 15 0 13 10 14 0 7 20 14 0 7 0 0 0 7 13 17 0 20 20 0 0 252 6Shane Hobman 0 16 20 9 0 15 8 10 0 12 13 7 0 12 8 0 0 14 9 10 0 0 17 15 0 0 0 20 20 235 7Gary Rush 0 14 12 0 0 11 18 16 0 6 14 9 0 6 19 0 0 9 15 9 0 9 18 7 0 20 20 0 0 232 8Brad McDonald 0 0 0 0 0 13 13 13 0 14 8 16 0 10 4 11 0 13 7 13 0 11 11 6 0 0 0 20 20 203 9Andrew Hudson 0 10 0 14 0 0 0 7 0 10 9 8 0 5 18 9 0 8 12 12 0 10 15 5 0 0 0 20 20 192 10Mark Bowskill 0 7 9 17 0 9 3 8 0 11 7 4 0 9 7 0 0 5 16 0 0 12 14 4 0 20 20 0 0 182 11Tim Patterson 0 15 16 0 0 16 17 17 0 18 20 13 0 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 165 12Peter Stevenson 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 12 13 0 18 10 2 0 17 12 16 0 20 0 0 20 160 13Mark Stretton 0 9 10 15 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 6 6 0 8 10 11 0 20 20 0 0 129 14Mitch Cobham 0 0 0 0 0 4 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 13 15 0 3 4 4 0 6 7 2 0 20 0 0 20 115 15Owen Jenkins 0 6 8 11 0 0 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 8 0 0 3 3 0 2 8 3 0 20 0 0 20 113 16Mark Pidduck 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17 13 16 0 13 20 9 0 0 0 0 20 108 17Errol Hamley 0 11 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 12 15 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 0 0 106 18Steve Hallett 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 17 0 0 14 12 0 12 8 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 0 100 19Joanne Kaupa 0 12 0 10 0 7 0 0 0 4 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 0 0 79 20Ash Alexander 0 8 13 13 0 8 7 0 0 3 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 74 21James Cobham 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 0 15 0 0 4 18 0 0 0 0 20 68 22Bruce Goodwin 0 0 0 0 0 5 12 6 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 6 8 0 0 0 20 0 66 23Anguss Fog 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 18 19 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 0 62 24Dave Bone 0 0 0 0 0 6 20 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 11 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 57 24Grant Taylor 0 0 0 0 0 17 15 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50 26Jeff Warn 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 17 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50 27Chris Gunn 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 5 19 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 45 28Robin Greenland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 5 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 34 29Mike Annabell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 16 1 0 0 0 0 0 31 30Alan Power 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 31Dave Robinson 0 0 0 0 0 12 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 32Ray Hurst 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 33Kelvin Rice 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 34Pat Dillon 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35Wayne Davies 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 36

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CCuurrrreenntt LLaapp RReeccoorrddss BByy CCllaassss** Pukekohe Class A – Justin Haworth – Mustang – 1.06.68 Class B – Jamie Warn – EH Holden – 1.09.64 Class C – Andrew Stevenson – Anglia – 1.10.76 Class D – Angus Fogg – Morris – 1.12.91 Taupo Class A – Justin Haworth – Mustang – 1.42.04 Class B – Paul Johnston – HD Holden – 1.47.53 Class C – Andrew Stevenson – Anglia – 1.44.64 Class D – Bruce McMahon – Morris – 1.47.74 Manfield Class A – Justin Haworth – Mustang – 1.18.17 Class B – Wayne Patrick – PB Vauxhall – 1.20.50 Class C – Andrew Stevenson – Anglia – 1.20.85 Class D – Angus Fogg – Morris – 1.23.31 Hampton Downs Class A – Bill McKinnon – Nova – 1.17.07 Class B – Tim Patterson – EH Holden – 1.20.42 Class C – Dave Robinson – Cortina – 1.21.24 Class D – Gary Rush – Hillman Imp – 1.22.18 *Race only – Qualifying times do not count as a record.

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Just what they needed to catch speeding drivers!

What a car!! For those who don't know, it's a Lamborghini Gallardo..........

about $250,000 ↓ ↓ ↓

Pity they didn't have a cop that could drive it......

Interesting RRaacciinngg AArrttiicclleess SSuupppplliieedd bbyy JJiimm AArrtthhuurrss

FFllyyiinngg AAnngglliiaa!! (Ash Alexander’s Audition for the Next Harry Potter Movie!)

HHaammppttoonn DDoowwnnss Yeah – I hear ya – I shouldn’t let him drive my car

Nice Save Wrong way Pete

Where are you going Owen?

TThhee AAfftteerr PPaarrttyy @@ TThhee RRaannggiirriirrii HHootteell

MMaannffeeiilldd

Great Spectator Spot James!

Hey Ray – Great to see you again!

Jelly Beans or Licorice Allsorts?

Bye Bye Billy!

V8 Honeys (yes I am biased!)

The opposite ends of the Pre 65 Racing Spectrum

He always told me I should go wider – but really!

Note from the Editor: Please excuse the quality of some of these. They are actually snap shots taken out of the videos I took at Hampton Downs and Manfeild. ☺

To see them better blow the pages up to 150 – 200% on your screen.

Sneaking up the inside!

Bit of a Tight Squeeze Gary…

But this guy saw him ☺

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Interesting Technique Perfect Pose Andrew

Trying to psyche him out… Bugger – didn’t work

Lounging Ladies – As it should be!

105e Anglia 120E block& head, Denco rods, JE forged pistons, Kiwi cam, recently o/hauled type 3 gearbox Hitech modified H/P oil pump & pick-up. Baffled, gated sump. Moroso accumulator. Engine has done 5 races since new. In as "fed into the wall at Hampton Downs" condition. The pit experts state, "not too bad" & "Nah, that’s nothing" with regard to work required. Phone Alan Power – 027 255 0089

I have 3 sets of Tridents rims, Escort stud pattern 4 x 108 2 x sets 4 rims 13 x 6 1 x set 4 rims 13 x 7 $50 a rim - selling as sets only Also 1 x set 4 tyres 175/50/13 super sticky Kumho brand new less 6 laps of Manfeild (so scuffed up perfectly!!) Owen Jenkins Phone: 021 857760 Email: [email protected]

Aluminium oil cooler purchased from Cardwells

• 375mm long • 165mm high • 65mm thick.

It has top entry and exit fittings with top and bottom fixing points. In top condition. Griffin Aluminium Radiator

• 565mm long • 340mm high • 55mm thick.

A custom mounted electric fan fitted with right handed entry / exit fittings. Custom side fixing mounts welded to tanks. In top condition. I will consider all offers. Patrick Donoghue

WANTED 36 chokes for 45 Webbers x 6

Please Phone Mike Annabel 06 344 2269

FOR SALE

105E Ford Anglia

Restore or race car All complete - 1300 cross flow engine

I have no time, no money, no motivation, no

clue

Make me an offer (a realistic offer)

Wayne 0275 716 666

Please send ADS FOR ANYTHING that you would like to BBUUYY,, SSEELLLL OORR PPAASSSS OONN TTOO AA GGOOOODD HHOOMMEE

to [email protected] and I shall put them in the Newsletter.

As they say one man’s junk is another man’s treasure!

TTHHAANNKKSS ☺☺ The Thunderbird Team (albeit a small one) would like to thank Samuel (Mitch Cobham’s grandson) for always giving us a hand when we arrive at the track. An extra pair of hands makes a huge difference, especially if we are under a bit of pressure (as we were at Manfeild on Saturday!). Cheers for helping out Sam, we really appreciate it! Jo & Mark

GGOOSSSSIIPP!! At the All Ford day in Mt Maunganui Mr Elmiger told me about….. Racing Ghosts Apparently he didn’t realise that Billy had fallen off at the hair pin at Manfeild – so – as he headed into Higgins he ‘had a feeling’ that Billy was coming down the left side of his car. He couldn’t see him but he decided that he must beat him into the corner………….. And we all know what happened next!

ELMIGER

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Mark Stretton Won Best Competition Car!

JJOOKKEE FFOORR TTHHEE MMOONNTTHH From Justin

In a Tottenham gospel church Sunday morning a preacher said, "Anyone with 'special needs' who wants to be prayed over, please come forward to the front by the altar." With that, Leroy got in line, and when it was his turn, the Preacher asked, "Leroy, what do you want me to pray about for you?" Leroy replied, "Preacher, I need you to pray for help with my hearing. "The preacher put one of his fingers in Leroy's ear, then he took his other hand and placed it on top of Leroy's head; and then he prayed and prayed and eventually the whole congregation joined in with great enthusiasm. After a few minutes, the preacher removed his hands, stood back and asked, "Leroy, how is your hearing now? "Leroy answered, "I don't know. It ain't 'til Thursday."

WWAALLLLYY AAWWAARRDDSS #1 James Cobham

James kindly offered up this gem of information to me coming back in after a race – He had accidently hit the kill switch with his elbow as he went to change gear after rounding Dunlop chasing the chequered flag….

#2 Graeme Lett (Just a wee rumour I heard…) Apparently Graeme also accidently hit the kill switch and that was why he was temporarily parked up in the front straight. Is that what happened Graeme?

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See you all at Taupo

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