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C.C.I. Affiliate Club
“Dedicated to the preservation of the finest three years of automobiles
ever built”
Volume 39, No. 7
P.O. Box 14175
Santa Rosa, CA 95402-6175
WEBSITE
Redwoodempireclassicchevyclub.org
OFFICERS
PRESIDENT Brad Seder
707.331-2035 [email protected]
VICE PRESIDENT Larry Marcom 707.523.2415
SECRETARY Karin Seder
707.322-6672 [email protected]
TREASURER Maria Duffy
707.657.7026 [email protected]
SARGEANT-AT-ARMS Bill Thompson 707.836-0909
ADVISORY BOARD Ken Williamson 707.527.6068
Sheila Pereira 707.523.1899
Gus St. Marie 707.495.7874
Carie Paine 707.837.9822
Roger Collins 707.829.7357
NEWSLETTER Gail Azevedo 707.525-9738
WEBSITE Karin Seder
707-322-6672 [email protected]
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club
July 2018 Monthly News
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club
President’s Message
June 2018
President Brad Seder ~707.331-2035 ~ [email protected]
It’s hard to believe July 4th and mid-summer is right around the corner. This has been a busy
year for Karin and myself with lots of changes coming soon for us. Karin is retiring in October
and we are in the process of selling our business. That all means we have had less time for club
stuff than we’d like, but hopefully that will improve this fall. I don’t know though, most of you
tell me you are busier after retirement than while you were still working!
As some of you know, I’ve been looking at wagons and other cars more suitable than what we
currently have for hauling grandchildren. I found one on Craig’s list that was a delayed estate
sale. The owner’s father built the car in the late 90’s and passed a short time later. The car has
been sitting in her garage ever since, under a cover, and she finally decided it was time for it to
see sunlight again.
My offer was accepted, and now I’m wondering how I’m going to keep three classics in running
order. The sad part of the story (aside from the fact this guy died just after finishing his car) is
that the current owner has two sons in their early 20’s, and neither of them had any interest in
the car at all.
I’ll have it on the road soon, and you won’t be able to miss this one as it is painted Plum Crazy.
Oh, and what is it you ask? Well, it’s got a 350/350 combo with a 10” rear and a Camaro front
clip. Sitting on all this wonderful running gear is a ‘47 Plymouth Special Deluxe 4-door sedan.
Not the Nomad I was looking for, but this car has plenty of room inside!
Now I have two Plymouths and one Chevy - can I still be your President?
See you on the road,
Brad
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club
Vice President Report
June 2018
Vice President Larry Marcom 707.523.2415 [email protected]
On Sunday the 24th we were able to pay our respects to our old friend, Stan Sollid. By my count we had 27 Cars from the Chevy and Buick Clubs combined. As advertised, we met at the PG&E substation (actually the Park & Ride located next door) and formed an impressive caravan as we proceeded to Armstrong Woods for Stan’s Memorial. I was admittedly a little concerned about the parking situation as we approached the entry kiosk and saw cars parked all along the shoulder of the road, but as it turned out, everyone was able to find parking in the park.
Stan’s wife, Gail, had planned on having the “Rain Man” Buick at center stage for the event, but alas, they could not get the car started, so Gail brought the Nomad in its place. I thought the event was a very nice tribute to Stan. He will be missed.
The club outing for August will be on Saturday the 18th (you can thank me later Sheila). As of right now there is nothing firm planned, but rest assured we are feverishly working on a couple of different ideas and as soon as we have it figured out, you will be the first to know.
NOTICE:
It may be mentioned elsewhere in this newsletter, but as a backup: THERE WILL BE NO GENERAL
MEETING AT ROUND TABLE ON JULY 4th. Our next general meeting will be August 1st.
That’s all I have for now, so as we say in aviation, “keep the shiny side up”.
Happy Vapor Trails,
Larry
Secretary Karin Seder - 707.539.5282 [email protected]
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club June 6, 2018 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Club President, Brad Seder. May meeting minutes were
approved as printed, moved by Dennis Capo and seconded by Bob Paine.
Visitors: Amber Robinson, with a 56 Chevy; Andrew Raike owns a 1940 GMC Firetruck and former mem-
ber Greg Lamperti with a 56 Nomad. All filled out membership applications.
TREASURER’S Report: Maria Duffy
Maria reported we have 96 members.
Checking account is in the black.
PRESIDENT’S Report: Brad Seder
Thank you to David LeCount and Gilbert Lemus for the club directory – each member household will
receive a directory tonight and can sign up for an additional directory for $5 at the next meeting or
event. The pictures look great in color!
President’s Run will be late September. Route information will be available at the August meeting.
Don Turke has invited the group to come by his home near Quincy for lunch on Sunday before we
head home.
VICE PRESIDENT’S Report: Larry Marcom
June 24 is the Celebration of Life for Stan Sollid at Armstrong Woods, with a caravan of cars (with
headlights on) to the site. Meet at the PG&E sub station on River Road in SR at 11 am. Please
bring the correct change for entry fee: $7 per vehicle for seniors, otherwise, $8 per car. Bring your
own chairs.
The Club Picnic will be held on July 14th at the home of Roger and Linda Collins. Please add your
name to the sign-up sheet. Helpers to meet on Friday at 6 pm to help set up. Event starts at 1 pm
on Saturday.
Lots of local events and car shows – see Larry for flyers.
OLD BUSINESS:
Accepting nominations for non-profit donation ideas now, recommendations to be made at the July
officer’s meeting and brought to the general membership in August for a final vote.
Fred’s All American Old Car Days was another big success. Thank you, Fred, for hosting; Dennis
Capo and his cooking crew; Linda Lemus and the coffee and donut volunteers: Renee Amore, Gail
Azevedo, Gilbert Lemus, Michelle Mauvais, Pam Taylor, Mary Ann Trujillo and Shirley Urton. Ken
Williamson was not available to give an accounting of the funds yet – but a special thank you goes
to Ken and the gate crew for their hard work.
Gus St. Marie is being honored as Sebastopol’s Distinguished Citizen of the Year at a dinner on
June 16. Please see Linda Collins for tickets,
Secretary Karin Seder - 707.539.5282 [email protected]
NEW BUSINESS:
Two $500 scholarships were awarded to two very deserving automotive students at SRJC.
Ron Porcelli invited anyone to make the trip to Bowling Green, Kentucky for the Tri-Five Nationals in
August with him… anyone?
Mark your calendar for the Christmas Party at Cattleman’s, Sunday, December 2 at 2:30.
NO JULY MEETING as the date would be July 4 – see you at the club picnic on July 14.
OFFICER’S MEETINGS – meeting starts at 7 pm. Please do not arrive before 6:30.
June 20 at the home of Steve & Gail Azevedo, 2627 Wawona Drive in Santa Rosa
July 18 at the home of Paul & Janet Firpo, 905 Santa Dorotea Circle, Rohnert Park
August 15 at the home of Brad & Karin Seder, 1856 Streiff Lane, Santa Rosa
September 19 at the home of John & Sheila Pereira, 2694 Hardie Lane, Santa Rosa
NEWSLETTER: Please send pictures and information to Gail: [email protected]
FOR SALE: Very few items available – time to look at a reordering shirts and sweatshirts. Perhaps a po-
lo style shirt?
RAFFLE RESULTS: 60% Winner, Larry Goff, $52 40% Winner, Larry Marcom, $35
The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Karin Seder
RECCC Secretary
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club June 6, 2018 Meeting Minutes continued
Club Picnic / Saturday, July 14th
RECCC Picnic starts at 1:00 p.m. at the home of Roger & Linda Collins at 2503 Meier Road in Sebastopol. BBQ burgers and dogs, shakes and fries. Members are asked to bring a dish to share: appetizer, salad, side dish or dessert. Call Linda at 707-829-7357 if you have not already signed up for the picnic.
Set up crew to meet on Friday at 6:00 p.m.
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club
June 20, 2018 Officers’ Meeting Highlights
Secretary Karin Seder - 707.539.5282 [email protected]
Detailed reports will be presented at the next general meeting. Written minutes of the Officer’s Meeting are also available.
Treasurer's Report:
Funds are in the black
3 new members
Membership stands at 99
President's Report:
Charitable donations presented for approval at the August General Meeting
Vice President's Report:
July & August events
Old Business & New Business
None
Officers’ Meeting Schedule
July 18 ~ Larry & Marvel Goff, 2487 Scotts R/W, Sebastopol
August 15 ~ Brad & Karin Seder, 1856 Streiff Lane, Santa Rosa
September 19 ~ John & Sheila Pereira, 2694 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
FROM THE EDITOR:
At the June Officers’ Meeting there was discussion about featuring baby pictures of our members in an upcoming newsletter and guessing who they are. Please send your pictures to Gail Azevedo. You can send them via email ([email protected]) or give to me on a flash drive or CD at the next club meeting in August. If I receive several pictures, they will be featured in the August newsletter.
Also, I would love to feature any club member’s car in the newsletter. Please forward pictures and any narrative about your car that you’d like to include and I will take it from there.
Is there a special feature you would like to see included in our monthly club newsletter, i.e. member profile, trivia, etc.? Please let me know. This is YOUR club newsletter
JULY ANNIVERSARIES AND BIRTHDAYS
ANNIVERSARIES
Chris & Michele Mauvais Gus & Mary St. Marie
BIRTHDAYS
Tony Borba Linda Collins Maria Duffy
Charlie Estudillo Janet Firpo Sherry Ballard
Don Loukonen Andy Martinez John Pereira
Kay Peterson Connie Soldate Richard Wuerthner
THANK YOU FROM GUS ST. MARIE
Thank you to all of you who attended the Aged To Perfection party and presentation of the award for 2018 Distinguished
Citizen of the year, presented by the Sebastopol Area Senior Center, on Saturday evening, June 16th, to me. Proceeds from the
fundraiser event go 100% to the Sebastopol Area Senior Center.
I am humbled and honored to see so many of the club members joining in on the evening's events. I had a great time, and I
hope you did also. Special thanks to Ron Porcelli for the work that you did in building my Grand entry coach.
Also, thanks to my "pole bearers" for their strength and endurance in assisting me in my grand entrance and for displaying your
classics at the event.
Sincerely,
Gus St Marie
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club
Father’s Day Show ’n Shine ~ Narrative by Craig Owens
Photos courtesy of Craig Owens and Gail Azevedo
The annual Fathers' Day car show today at Juilliard Park in downtown Santa Rosa was a good
one. No surprise...it's always a good one. It's a great setting for a car show, but parking for
spectators is a bear...I guess that's the price we pay for taking the lazy way out and just going to
the car show to look around for free.
Still plugging away on the new ‘57 sedan delivery. Body and paint are great, but doing a lot of de-bugging and up-grading since it had done a lot of sitting for the last 30+ years. Craig Owens
Adjusted steering box, put in new radiator, then drove 200 miles on Nevada dirt roads which are, sadly, better than Sonoma County roads! Frank Edgington
From the Duffy garage:
Finally got disc brakes put on the Nomad - with a lot of help and a BIG THANKS to Ron Porcelli!
Stan Sollid was a long-time member of the Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club, and he passed away January
21 of this year. On Sunday, June 24th, there was a celebration of life for him at Armstrong Woods. He was
also a member of the Buick club, so between the two car clubs, there were a lot of cars and club members
there, along with other friends of Stan and his wife, Gail.
Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club
Remembering Stan Sollid
Narrative by Craig Owens. Photos courtesy of Craig Owens and Connie Capo.
Contact Craig at 707-483-0313 for any of the following:
Brand new Ron Francis wiring fuse block ~ $50
Pair of 15x6 Chevy Rally Wheels w/tires ~ $150
Holley 650 spread bore carburetor with stock GM cast iron intake manifold ~ $150
Generator w/brackets and new voltage regulator for ‘55—’57 Chevy ~ $50
Contact Chris at 707-477-5823 for any of the following:
1957 Chevy Truck Grill ~ $100
‘65—’67 GTO Hood ~ $450 and Auto Console ~ $100
‘63 Nova; 283, 350 ~ $10,000 or trade
‘60 El Camino 454, 400 ~ $23,000 or trade
‘66 El Camino 283, 2-speed project ~ $15,000 or trade
Tinted windshield for ‘68—’72 Corvette ~ $150. Contact: Jack Roarick / 707-526-0892
Miscellaneous ‘57 parts. Contact: Richard Siri / 707-481-5423
2 Cooper Cobra Radial G/T P235/70R15 tires. Less than 1,000 freeway miles on them ~ $150 for both.
Contact: Carl Portscheller / 707-495-6114
3 Nomad tailgates: 1 in excellent shape; 2 are rough ~ $1,000 OBO. Contact: Greg Lamperti / 707-529-4889
Beverly Hills car cover for ‘55, ‘56, ‘57. Contact: Tony Ferreira / 707-765-2778
Set of 4 Ultra 15x7 Billet Wheels. Includes caps but no lug nuts. No curb rash but needs polishing. Drilled for Ford or Chevy 5 lug. These are an early 2000 vintage and not my style, but they would look good on a later pick up, Blazer, van, maybe an El Camino. $100 for the set. Contact: Brad Seder / 707-331-2035
Complete full-size starter for 168 tooth flywheel. It's a rebuild and not used much, but the contacts were toasty in the solenoid. I turned them over so it should work fine. Buy me a donut at the next outing and it's yours. Contact: Brad Seder / 707-331-2035
Upcoming RECCC Events
Wednesday, July 4 NO GENERAL CLUB MEETING. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY
Saturday, July 14 RECCC Picnic @ Roger and Linda Collins’ home, 2503 Meier Rd., Sebastopol. Details on Page 5.
Wednesday, July 18 Officers’ Meeting at Larry and Marvel Goff’s home
Wednesday, August 1 Monthly Club Meeting @ Round Table Pizza @ 7:00
Wednesday, August 15 Officers’ Meeting at Brad & Karin Seder’s home
Saturday, August 18 Club Outing ~ TBD
Wednesday, September 5 Monthly Club Meeting @ Round Table Pizza @ 7:00
Wednesday, September 19 Officers’ Meeting at John & Sheila Pereria’s home
Friday, September 28 to Sun-
day, September 30
President’s Run to Feather River Canyon and Greenhorn Guest Ranch near Quincy, CA
Saturday, June 30 Graton: Graton Classic Car Show and Chicken BBQ; 10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. Pacific Christian Academy Playing Field; 8877 Donald Street, Graton. $25 car entry fee includes 1 BBQ 1/2 Chicken Meal. Four Award Trophies. Limited to the first 100 classic cars and pickups. Contact: 707-829-5799.
Saturday, July 21 Santa Rosa: Fred Stoke & Gene Gilmore Car Show: All cars welcome. 1930 & 1940 Fords park in separate area. Stoke Ranch—10:00 a.m.—???. $20.00 entry fee (includes 2 raffle tickets). Great raffle prizes. Drawing at 1:00 p.m. (Must be present to win). No trophies—just fun! Contact: Fred Stoke @ 707-291-1666. Hamburger & Chips $6.00; Cold Drink $1.00. NO DOGS ALLOWED.
Sunday, July 22 Santa Rosa: Annual Auto Parts Swap Meet & Car Show; 6:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building Parking Lot. Sponsored by Corvettes of Sonoma County. Info: Tony Varela / 707-328-1095 or email Tony at [email protected]; Larry Williams / 707-569-0214 for swap meet, car show, car sales entry fees.
Saturday, August 11 Santa Rosa: Montgomery High School 60th Anniversary / 1st Annual Car Show Fundraiser. 10:30 a.m.— 2:30 p.m. 1250 Hahman Drive. $30 Registration Fee. Registration deadline July 11, 2018. Prizes: Best of Show, 1st Place, 2nd Place. Contact: Bob Parker 707-546-6764 or website: montylink.
Friday, August 17 Napa: Main Street Reunion Show & Shine; 5 p.m.—8:30 p.m. Pre-1976 Classics and Hot Rods. Open to first 150 entries only. $10 Registration Fee. Info: Craig Smith 707-257-0322 or
online: https://donapa.com/event/main-street-reunion-1/
Saturday, August 18 Napa: Main Street Reunion Car Show; 10:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. Pre-1976 Classics and Hot Rods. Open to first 400 entries only. $35 Registration Fee. Info: Craig Smith 707-257-0322 or online:
https://donapa.com/event/main-street-reunion-1/
August 24-26 Pleasanton: 32nd Annual Goodguys West Coast Nationals. Alameda County Fairgrounds. Car Show, swap meet, car corral and autocross. Open to 1972 and Older vehicles. Info: 925-838-9876
Saturday, August 25 Santa Rosa: 2nd Annual Cruzin for a Cure Benefit Car Show. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts; 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Entry fee: $30.00. Hop contest; cash prizes. Contact: Gabe 707-332-3815 or online at impalascruzn4acure.com.
September 7-9 Grass Valley, CA: 19th Annual Roamin Angels Car Club Car Show; Thursday: Participant BBQ; Friday and Saturday: Car Show. Grass Valley Fairgrounds. Info: 530-432-8449 or online: [email protected]
Saturday, September 8 Chester, CA: 32nd Annual Street Rod Extravaganza; FIRST COME—FIRST SERVED. $25 Early Bird Entry before August 1st; $35 Entry after August 1st and Day of Event.
Saturday, September 15 Sonoma: 7th Annual VFW All American Bad Ass Car Show; Sonoma Veterans Memorial Complex. $35 Pre-registration closes August 31st. Info: 707-738-2528.
Upcoming Non-RECCC Events