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In response to Bob E comment...
...asking where this winding sports car road near St. Martins is, it is part of the Fundy Trail not yet completed but looking good.
Japan F1 Race
My son tells me he is going to attend the F1 race at the Suzuka circuit in Japan in late September.
His seat will be in Grandstand I at the hairpin. Apparently that viewing spot is sold out so I won't be going. ;-)
- David
- David
A nice run to St. Martins
We're sorry if the notice was too late for you, but John DeWitt pried Ian away from cars and worldly responsibilities for this very nice run. If you don't count the lobster rolls, the highlight was the wonderfully winding road that will eventually link up the rest of the way to Fundy Park. It was MADE for sports cars. John's photos will give you a glimpse of that. You might notice that John was shooting from the passenger side—Ian drove the complete trip—and quite expertly I must say.
Older FABAC members know that it does not rain on John's runs. That was tested a few times today but in the end, it held true. In fact, just after putting the Morgan in the garage, it began to shower here.
Thank you, John, for making this run possible. Looking forward to your next plan!
- David
Older FABAC members know that it does not rain on John's runs. That was tested a few times today but in the end, it held true. In fact, just after putting the Morgan in the garage, it began to shower here.
Thank you, John, for making this run possible. Looking forward to your next plan!
- David
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Several friends at work have asked me for suggestions for winter storage locations for their older cars. Where do folks store your cars in the area?
Thanks,
Bob E.
PS: does anyone know how to eliminate the kitty cat urine smell from vintage car leather? I've been scrubbing and soaking the area with the commercial stuff for a month now.
Thanks again,
still Bob E.
PPS: does anyone need a cat?
me again.
Thanks,
Bob E.
PS: does anyone know how to eliminate the kitty cat urine smell from vintage car leather? I've been scrubbing and soaking the area with the commercial stuff for a month now.
Thanks again,
still Bob E.
PPS: does anyone need a cat?
me again.
Too nice a day to stay home!
John Dewitt is planning to take our good friend, Ian Benton, for a run to St. Martin's, Thursday, August 27. If you are interested in joining this "Pop-up Run", be at the Burton Courthouse in time for the 11:30 a.m.departure. John is promising good weather and a wonderful new road. What more could we ask?- Carolyn
Riverside Resort - 19th Aug meeting
When I arrived at 5:55 pm, Pres. Gary had just started the Business Meeting. He realized that our very reliable Recording Secretary Bob was absent. It became apparent that I should volunteer to record the Minutes (only one other couple wandered in after us).
PS: Christmas arrived early for Joe! Yes, the unwrapped but famous MG mud flaps had been placed in his shiny red MGTD.
- Gary mentioned the four recent successful events and referred us to the website for write-ups.
- John B. reminded the group about The Carter House Run up-coming on 13 Sept and also reminded us to bring cash for the $30 meal. He mentioned there would be some Wine-Tasting on site.
- John B. also mentioned the up-coming Stowe Event and referred us to the website for details.
- Joe mentioned that Windsor, NS now has an organizing team for the 2016 Show. Gary suggested the possibility that the Club should consider this Show as a signature event.
- Gary also mentioned an up-coming Show at Rockwood Park, Saint John, details on the website.
- Herb reluctantly reported the need to cancel the AMP event in NS, due to the weather forecast of rain.
- John Dewitt is considering a Day Tour and details would soon be on the website.
- Kelvin had a great suggestion for next year’s Stanley Fair—a potluck lunch for our Club, somewhere on site.
- The next meeting is 16 Sept. at Sam Snead’s. Ann C will make arrangements (but if there are any glitches, it’s John’s fault).
- John B. finished the evening with a challenging Quiz. (Winner: Phil).
- Twenty-four people attended.
PS: Christmas arrived early for Joe! Yes, the unwrapped but famous MG mud flaps had been placed in his shiny red MGTD.
Herb's email to AMP organizers
Hi Debbie.......at our club meeting last night, the group decided to not make our visit to AMP this coming weekend. This was after a review of the forecast weather for Sat. and Sunday.
Back when I was racing (and I am sure the same today for racers) we wouldn't even look at the expected weather.
But as this trip ( a long one for some of the 50+ year old cars) needed to take place in good dry weather.
We thank you for your invitation and hope we can do it on some future race weekend.
Herb Walsh HBRT
PS: HBRT stands for 'Hairy Box Racing Team' a name created by my race mechanic, the late Mike Harling, may he RIP.
Back when I was racing (and I am sure the same today for racers) we wouldn't even look at the expected weather.
But as this trip ( a long one for some of the 50+ year old cars) needed to take place in good dry weather.
We thank you for your invitation and hope we can do it on some future race weekend.
Herb Walsh HBRT
PS: HBRT stands for 'Hairy Box Racing Team' a name created by my race mechanic, the late Mike Harling, may he RIP.
Wonderful world of F1
Joe H is inviting anyone interested in watching the upcoming Belgian GP on his large screen garage TV.Time: 10:00am Sunday.
"I'll supply tea and coffee and beer if anyone wants one. I may even find some cookies or what not."
FABAC August Meeting This Wednesday Aug. 19th
Where: Riverside Conference Center at Mactaquac—again!
When: August 19th at 5:30
Hopefully another tops down event.
NEWS FLASH: David R confirmed that the Riverside Inn will have the ribs on special as requested.
When: August 19th at 5:30
Hopefully another tops down event.
NEWS FLASH: David R confirmed that the Riverside Inn will have the ribs on special as requested.Bob and Rita's Cottage Visit
No less than 10 cars left the Ramada with Bob in the lead. We had a nice drive to Grand Lake with increasing warm temperatures so by the time we got to Bob and Rita's the shade of their beautiful cottage lot and the cool breeze from the lake was much welcomed. While the shade and cool breeze were nice the warm welcome from Rita and Bob was even more so.
It was evident that they did a significant amount of work in preparation for this get together. Tables were prepared both inside and out with wonderful cheeses, crackers and much more, games were set up, Bob had his boat rides ready to go and yes Rita's now famous sangria was ready to flow.
Shortly after an appropriate "attitude adjustment time" and with everyone in a more relaxed mood lunch started to be put together.
The pot luck was lip smacking good and consisted of everything from meat balls, chicken wings, chili and several delicious salads to decadent home made desserts.
Shortly after lunch several of us ventured out into the lake. The water was beautiful. It was warm but refreshing and the exercise didn't hurt our full bellies.
Bob took several of us for a boat ride in his Zodiac, and showed us the sites around that portion of Grand Lake. It really is a beautiful lake and it lives up to its name as the largest lake in the province. It is big!
We are pleased to announce too, that there were no table mishaps this year.
So all in all, we had a great time. Bob and Rita hosted a truly warm and welcoming event for us and we all appreciate the superlative time we had.
Thank-you both so much from all of us,
Gary
It was evident that they did a significant amount of work in preparation for this get together. Tables were prepared both inside and out with wonderful cheeses, crackers and much more, games were set up, Bob had his boat rides ready to go and yes Rita's now famous sangria was ready to flow.
Shortly after an appropriate "attitude adjustment time" and with everyone in a more relaxed mood lunch started to be put together.
The pot luck was lip smacking good and consisted of everything from meat balls, chicken wings, chili and several delicious salads to decadent home made desserts.
Shortly after lunch several of us ventured out into the lake. The water was beautiful. It was warm but refreshing and the exercise didn't hurt our full bellies.
Bob took several of us for a boat ride in his Zodiac, and showed us the sites around that portion of Grand Lake. It really is a beautiful lake and it lives up to its name as the largest lake in the province. It is big!
We are pleased to announce too, that there were no table mishaps this year.
So all in all, we had a great time. Bob and Rita hosted a truly warm and welcoming event for us and we all appreciate the superlative time we had.
Thank-you both so much from all of us,
Gary
Gary's report on the Stanley Fair
What a perfect day we had for the Stanley Fair. It was top down driving all the way from our departure point to the fair and the drive was so beautiful that the bumps in the latter part of the road were hardly noticed. All 10 cars arrived safe and sound parading into the Town of Stanley in a very orderly and proud way. Sandi and Larry met us at the Fair entrance and led us into our show area. You can see some of these pix already posted. We had 2 additional cars show up later so in total we had a dozen cars, the largest FABAC contingent attending this event. The show organizers met and greeted us with a very warm and inviting welcome.
Once parked we were not long in getting out and about. There were many things to see and do and yes they once again had the sheep shearing demo with a very knowledgeable shearer who was keen to answer the many questions. One of the added posted attractions was the "Cow Paddy" Bingo scheduled later in the day. How often do you see that sign? There was so many things like that including the large array of antique but running "one lunger" antique machines whose owner operators took so much pride in describing how they were restored. I was told, many were found seized, broken and generally in poor shape. Most were restored to working order.
The live animal displays with the animals all nicely groomed and bedded really showed the pride of the owners. I didn't realize there were so many varieties of cows and chickens — OK so I'm a city boy.
Once parked we were not long in getting out and about. There were many things to see and do and yes they once again had the sheep shearing demo with a very knowledgeable shearer who was keen to answer the many questions. One of the added posted attractions was the "Cow Paddy" Bingo scheduled later in the day. How often do you see that sign? There was so many things like that including the large array of antique but running "one lunger" antique machines whose owner operators took so much pride in describing how they were restored. I was told, many were found seized, broken and generally in poor shape. Most were restored to working order.
The live animal displays with the animals all nicely groomed and bedded really showed the pride of the owners. I didn't realize there were so many varieties of cows and chickens — OK so I'm a city boy.
David enjoying the Stanley Fair
I know there are Morgan horses, but this isn't one. But it was impossible to turn down Sandra and Charlie so I went on a pony ride.
WHO’S FOR STOWE?
The British Invasion car show is on at Stowe, VT, September 18-20. I’ve made plans to go, staying at the Town and Country Resort, located a few minutes from the show ground. Anyone else going??
John B.
John B.
Pebble Beach Auction 2015
More expensive cars than I have ever seen for one auction. Check out the 700+ photos here:
http://www.gizmag.com/monterey-car-week-auction-preview-135-cars-might-sell-more-than-1-million/38697/
http://www.gizmag.com/monterey-car-week-auction-preview-135-cars-might-sell-more-than-1-million/38697/
Bob and Rita's Cottage , Sunday August 16th
We are hosting all FABACians at our Grand Lake cottage this Sunday, August 16th. It will be a pot luck affair and we ask that those attending please contact Rita at 472-4640 or post what you will be bringing.
We will have a nice Sangria which you may remember, non-tip picnic tables and Rita is making meat balls and lasagna.
Bob will be meeting those attending at Ramada Inn for a 10:30 am departure, we will travel via the old Trans Canada to McGowans corner then on to hwy 690, we will go via Lakeville corner, Douglas Harbour, Hunters One Stop, Princess Park, past the Rotary Park and then to Nichols Beach road, Cottage number 111.
Weather permitting, we will go on the Zodiac, so bring your bathing suit and water shoes.
See you on Sunday.
Rita and Bob
We will have a nice Sangria which you may remember, non-tip picnic tables and Rita is making meat balls and lasagna.
Bob will be meeting those attending at Ramada Inn for a 10:30 am departure, we will travel via the old Trans Canada to McGowans corner then on to hwy 690, we will go via Lakeville corner, Douglas Harbour, Hunters One Stop, Princess Park, past the Rotary Park and then to Nichols Beach road, Cottage number 111.
Weather permitting, we will go on the Zodiac, so bring your bathing suit and water shoes.
See you on Sunday.
Rita and Bob
Stanley Fair - Saturday Aug 15
We will meet at the Brookside Mall, North Side for a 10:00 departure on Saturday Aug 15 . I'll be parked in the area to the left of the mall entrance as close to the exit as I can get. I'll lead the group to the Fair where Larry and Sandi will greet and park us at the Fair grounds. There will be no charge for those or their driving partner who show their car.
Last year when we attended we had a great time. There was lots to see and do everything from local crafts, baked goods, beautiful horses, lots of farm animals and folks eager to speak to you about them, antique farm engines and farming implements, sheep shearing (where have you seen this before?) and yes there is a restaurant on site with the usual fair ground foods—all very good. All in all a great outing. The fair organizers made us feel right at home providing us the opportunity to enjoy one of the "oldest" community fairs in New Brunswick. This years event will have all this and more. For a detailed daily schedule please view their site: http://stanleyfair.com/
This will be a terrific opportunity to show "all" our cars, have an enjoyable and relaxed time while helping support this great heritage community of Stanley.
Hope to see many of you there,
Gary
Last year when we attended we had a great time. There was lots to see and do everything from local crafts, baked goods, beautiful horses, lots of farm animals and folks eager to speak to you about them, antique farm engines and farming implements, sheep shearing (where have you seen this before?) and yes there is a restaurant on site with the usual fair ground foods—all very good. All in all a great outing. The fair organizers made us feel right at home providing us the opportunity to enjoy one of the "oldest" community fairs in New Brunswick. This years event will have all this and more. For a detailed daily schedule please view their site: http://stanleyfair.com/
This will be a terrific opportunity to show "all" our cars, have an enjoyable and relaxed time while helping support this great heritage community of Stanley.
Hope to see many of you there,
Gary
Train Pie Expedition
Just like to extend a big thank you to Dan and Sue for organizing a very successful train pie expedition to McAdam. We had a great turn out with 8 cars and near double that in anxious members who were all looking forward to experience the legendary "train pie". We were not to be disappointed.
With 24 varieties to offer including delicious strawberry rhubarb to the decadent kiwi lime and just so many more.......everyone left with smiles on their faces and nothing but positive comments on their experience. All the pies looked soooo good that the challenge now of course would be to return for a different selection again and again! Who's up for the challenge?
Even Ralph H from Saint John, came all the way up to enjoy the experience.
Even beyond the delicious treat, the day, the event, the weather and just getting out with great friends made for a perfect day.
Thank you again Dan and Sue for making this happen.
- Gary
With 24 varieties to offer including delicious strawberry rhubarb to the decadent kiwi lime and just so many more.......everyone left with smiles on their faces and nothing but positive comments on their experience. All the pies looked soooo good that the challenge now of course would be to return for a different selection again and again! Who's up for the challenge?
Even Ralph H from Saint John, came all the way up to enjoy the experience.
Even beyond the delicious treat, the day, the event, the weather and just getting out with great friends made for a perfect day.
Thank you again Dan and Sue for making this happen.
- Gary
In case you missed this request:
UPDATE: Mex Bob is going to do the honours.
My little red 1969 MGB has been sitting in my garage and needs a good run. Anyone interested in taking her out? She is in excellent shape.
Viviane Edwards
My little red 1969 MGB has been sitting in my garage and needs a good run. Anyone interested in taking her out? She is in excellent shape.
Viviane Edwards
From Phil O.
Dave:
Not sure if anyone is interested, but I spent 10 days in Indianapolis a while ago with some of my fellow “deviant” LBC owners who like to modify (some say improve) their cars. The first four photos are of a few of the cars, a couple are high dollar professional builds. We visited Skillman Classic Cars and I was awed with the sheer number of cars and the quality (even two XKEs, an MG TD and a few British bikes). All for sale…..the Kaiser Darrin Convertible can be had for $225K USD, some others nearing $400K. Toured the Dallara Indy Car factory but weren’t allowed to take photos other than in the showroom, interesting process for the carbon fiber chassis and components. Then toured the Indy Speedway and the Speedway Museum. The yellow car #31 was the first Indy Race winner in 1911 and we were told the first car to use a rear view mirror. Some British cars, including this Sunbeam, a Cooper and others. The car in the last photo I found interesting, carried a driver and mechanic ………open crankcase and exposed valve train. I expect the mechanic spent quite some time wiping the oil mist from the driver’s goggles.
Phil
Not sure if anyone is interested, but I spent 10 days in Indianapolis a while ago with some of my fellow “deviant” LBC owners who like to modify (some say improve) their cars. The first four photos are of a few of the cars, a couple are high dollar professional builds. We visited Skillman Classic Cars and I was awed with the sheer number of cars and the quality (even two XKEs, an MG TD and a few British bikes). All for sale…..the Kaiser Darrin Convertible can be had for $225K USD, some others nearing $400K. Toured the Dallara Indy Car factory but weren’t allowed to take photos other than in the showroom, interesting process for the carbon fiber chassis and components. Then toured the Indy Speedway and the Speedway Museum. The yellow car #31 was the first Indy Race winner in 1911 and we were told the first car to use a rear view mirror. Some British cars, including this Sunbeam, a Cooper and others. The car in the last photo I found interesting, carried a driver and mechanic ………open crankcase and exposed valve train. I expect the mechanic spent quite some time wiping the oil mist from the driver’s goggles.
Phil
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AUTOMOTIVE SHOW — Interested?
All proceeds going to Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue, P.R.O. Kids and T.A.D.D. NB
All rides are welcome to attend, the show will Feature cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
There will also be a secure BURN OUT competition at the end of the event with a trophy for best burn out !
(Dates added)
Sept 25 at 12:00pm to Sept 26 at 8:00pm
Rockwood Park
142 Lake Dr. S., Saint John, New Brunswick
Car and Bike Clubs that have confirmed attendance:
Redneck Rodders
Outkast Car Club
Valley Cruisers
Corvettes of Southern NB
Loyalist City Corvettes
HOG
Sponsors:
SHURFIT AUTO MAJOR SPONSOR
Kustom Autosound-Accessories
Grove Auto and Offroad
Wrecks Unlimited
Pro Oil Change
Action Car and Truck Accessories
G&H Concessions
Zoey's
Ralph
All rides are welcome to attend, the show will Feature cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
There will also be a secure BURN OUT competition at the end of the event with a trophy for best burn out !
(Dates added)
Sept 25 at 12:00pm to Sept 26 at 8:00pm
Rockwood Park
142 Lake Dr. S., Saint John, New Brunswick
Car and Bike Clubs that have confirmed attendance:
Redneck Rodders
Outkast Car Club
Valley Cruisers
Corvettes of Southern NB
Loyalist City Corvettes
HOG
Sponsors:
SHURFIT AUTO MAJOR SPONSOR
Kustom Autosound-Accessories
Grove Auto and Offroad
Wrecks Unlimited
Pro Oil Change
Action Car and Truck Accessories
G&H Concessions
Zoey's
Ralph
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