A member of the New England Alfa club came across some old photos of Sebring in 1958 that had been taken by his cousin. Some FABACians might enjoy seeing what they were racing 62 years ago.
Dan
http://www.velocissima.com/articles/2020/Sebring/index.html
It was a warm but wonderful day
We had another good turnout for today's tour that took us to Mactaquac's MoCo restaurant. After a leisurely and delicious meal there with great company we traveled to Nackawic via the scenic Route 102 with the much appreciated cooling temps as we skirted the Saint John river.
Once in Nackawic, we took the opportunity to visit Lise Hoffman, in the way of a slow drive by. Lise came out to see us and gave us all a big smile and a big wave. It was so good to see her and I'm sure she was happy to see us all.
From there John and Carol lead the group to Yum Yum's for some well sought after ice cream and did we ever get our full! Ice cream on a hot sunny day just goes so well together even more so when the portions are huge and the varieties plentiful! Mariners sea salt caramel ice cream... Yum Yum!
To end a wonderful day we crossed the road to the "Big Axe" park for pictures. We then headed for home dodging the thunder storms with only a few teasing rain drops to temp our windshield wipers.
Thank-you Carol and John from all of us for putting on this fun filled wonderful day. We all had a great time. Much appreciated!
Oh yes, from my observations, we all practiced, the Covid gathering protocols.
Thanks
Gary
A couple of photos from David N.
Once in Nackawic, we took the opportunity to visit Lise Hoffman, in the way of a slow drive by. Lise came out to see us and gave us all a big smile and a big wave. It was so good to see her and I'm sure she was happy to see us all.
From there John and Carol lead the group to Yum Yum's for some well sought after ice cream and did we ever get our full! Ice cream on a hot sunny day just goes so well together even more so when the portions are huge and the varieties plentiful! Mariners sea salt caramel ice cream... Yum Yum!
To end a wonderful day we crossed the road to the "Big Axe" park for pictures. We then headed for home dodging the thunder storms with only a few teasing rain drops to temp our windshield wipers.
Thank-you Carol and John from all of us for putting on this fun filled wonderful day. We all had a great time. Much appreciated!
Oh yes, from my observations, we all practiced, the Covid gathering protocols.
Thanks
Gary
A couple of photos from David N.
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| Five beautiful FABAC vehicles (I know, someone thinks there are only four there. Look closely.) |
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Mactaquac MoCo Lunch and Nackawic Run for Ice Cream - Thursday July 30
Carol Dixon and husband John Combaluzier have put together a very interesting day run for us on Thursday, July 30.
Here are the details:
We will meet at MoCo's Restaurant located in the Mactaquac Provincial Park at 12 noon for lunch. When entering the park, tell the attendant you are going for lunch at the MoCo so there will be no park entry fee.
Park behind the restaurant.
After lunch, Carol and John will lead us to Nackawic for ice cream at Yum Yums. We will travel there via Route 105, which is reported to be in good shape. Also while there we will tour the "Big Axe" Park for a group picture.
For those interested I'll check to see if Lise Hoffman is home for a visit with her while we're in Nackawic.
We'll return home via the old Trans Canada route 102.
- Gary
Here are the details:
We will meet at MoCo's Restaurant located in the Mactaquac Provincial Park at 12 noon for lunch. When entering the park, tell the attendant you are going for lunch at the MoCo so there will be no park entry fee.
Park behind the restaurant.
After lunch, Carol and John will lead us to Nackawic for ice cream at Yum Yums. We will travel there via Route 105, which is reported to be in good shape. Also while there we will tour the "Big Axe" Park for a group picture.
For those interested I'll check to see if Lise Hoffman is home for a visit with her while we're in Nackawic.
We'll return home via the old Trans Canada route 102.
- Gary
FABAC MEMO: to Tim Ross, 72 MGB Restoration
Greetings
We are aware that you are making some progress on your 1972 MGB restoration.
A few words of advice....Lay off working on the BLING!! and get the CAR RUNNING FIRST!!!
Sincerely,
Your esteemed colleagues from the FABAC Restoration Group
We are aware that you are making some progress on your 1972 MGB restoration.
A few words of advice....Lay off working on the BLING!! and get the CAR RUNNING FIRST!!!
Sincerely,
Your esteemed colleagues from the FABAC Restoration Group
Today's breakfast is at Odell Park, Rain or Shine
This is a reminder to bring your breakfast, favourite beverage and chair and join us at Odell Park this Tuesday morning (July 28th) at 9:30AM. This will be a Rain or Shine Event held under the gazebo in case of rain. Hope to see you there!
Phil
Phil
Sorry to miss the Gagetown extravaganza...
...but we were working on our deck so that we could host you again, and allow you entrance to the house for bathroom privileges!
Johanna
Johanna
Ole Red update
And today, after adjusting points and timing, Ole Red starts instantly and runs smoothly.
Great day at Gagetown!
Over two dozen FABAC cars arrived for a beautiful day in Gagetown! Thanks to John DeW for all his preliminary work. It paid off. (I'm still not sure how he arranged for a cool breeze to keep us absolutely comfortable.)
- David
More photos coming from John, hopefully.
- David
More photos coming from John, hopefully.
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Meeting Notes from Thursday, July 16
(This report is brought to you courtesy of a pizza box from Papa Giorgio's Pizzeria in Lincoln)
A whole pile of us gathered in Carleton Park for the second COVID friendly meeting for the month of July. We must desperately need to get out with others as our get-togethers are getting larger every meetup.
Gary opened with a brief recap of the last two outings.
A whole pile of us gathered in Carleton Park for the second COVID friendly meeting for the month of July. We must desperately need to get out with others as our get-togethers are getting larger every meetup.
Gary opened with a brief recap of the last two outings.
- The lobster run to Lorneville and the breakfast technical visit to Johanna & Bruce's new solar and heat pump installation.
- The Weekly breakfast meetups in Odell Park continue to be a BIG hit with ever increasing numbers showing up. Some folks show up even when there isn't a meet up due to weather (or the threat of weather).
- Rita & Robert's cabin visit on Grand Lake will take place in the afternoon of the 19th of August. Due to the %$&*() virus we can't have our usual pot luck. Attendees will bring their own lunch and no sharing allowed.
- Johanna mentioned her cancer fundraising bike-a-thon.
- Carol & John were roped into organizing a trip to Mactaquac Park with lunch at MOCO Kitchen at Mactaquac. Watch for news here soon.
Gagetown Outing - Sunday July 19/2020
John D. has rescheduled the Gagetown outing to this Sunday July 19/20. For details of the event please see the previous posted Gagetown outing note.
Barb and I will not be attending due to a family commitment that day so David N. has kindly agreed to lead the group from the Ramada Inn to Gagetown. The group will depart there at 9:30 to meet up with John D in Gagetown.
Gary
Barb and I will not be attending due to a family commitment that day so David N. has kindly agreed to lead the group from the Ramada Inn to Gagetown. The group will depart there at 9:30 to meet up with John D in Gagetown.
Gary
July Meeting - Thursday July 16 - Carleton Park
Suggest bringing your foldable chairs, picnic dinner, mosquito repellent and whatever else you need to eat outside.
We will form up in a circle maintaining the 2 meter distance between chairs and always between ourselves.
Hope to see you there,
Gary
Wanted: float for SU carb
UPDATE: All looked after thanks to offers from Ian and Terry. Thank you both very much!
I was getting close to starting Ole Red—my 1962 Morgan +4 four seater—and discovered I had a sinking float. Yup, gas swishes around when you shake it. I would love to borrow or buy one if you have one not being used. That would allow me to move onward without waiting for parts to be delivered. I hesitate to place an order until I have a good list of what I will be needing.
This Morgan has twin SU carburetors—type H4 used commonly on TR3s. The float is a little more than 1 3/4 in diameter.
David
Rescheduling Sunday's tour to Gagetown
Unfortunately the weather forecast for Sunday is not great. Where our scheduled tour to Gagetown was to be an outside event to show our cars, participate in the Gagetown street events and to picnic along the shores of the Saint John River the current weather forecast makes this all doubtful. So we will reschedule the event to coincide with a better weather forecast.
John DeWitt, our tour organizer, has already been speaking with the town organizers and he is now trying to reschedule the event for next Sunday July 19.
Hopefully the weather will be better by then.
Details to follow.
Gary
John DeWitt, our tour organizer, has already been speaking with the town organizers and he is now trying to reschedule the event for next Sunday July 19.
Hopefully the weather will be better by then.
Details to follow.
Gary
Gathering in Smithfield, NB
Bruce and I were delighted to host such a well-mannered group ❤. Thank you all for coming, and please know that our home is your home. Next time we might even have the deck finished. 😊
Johanna and Bruce
Johanna and Bruce
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Coffee at Bruce and Johanna's farm
A short note about our excursion to Bruce and Johanna’s farm in Smithfield Friday morning. As insurance against missing Bruce’s directions there was a FABAC sign on the mailbox and a pink pool noodle wrapped around the box as well. Bruce and Johanna over delivered on their promise of coffee and cookies and free parking. Johanna served cookies, squares, cheese and carrot cake plus some very good coffee and we got a guided tour of the solar and geothermal installations plus a tour of their fabulous renovated historic farm house. Bruce said that they have lived there for over forty years and the renovations are still going on. There was a very good turn out with Larry out on “parole” after he and Sandi’s fourteen day isolation after visiting family in Ontario. As well, Greg Hiltz from Saint John driving up in his very nice Signal Red Jag XJS with his beautiful young companion Ginger. Ginger is a beautiful and friendly two year old Golden retriever who is a striking red/mahogany colour.
Phil
Phil
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My Green Mini Cooper ‘S’ at Mosport 1972
The race Phil placed on our site, brought back memories from 48 years ago.
Herb ......Mini #37
(Webmaster adds that everyone should read a previous post from Herb telling of racing back then in the Maritimes. Find it here.)
Herb ......Mini #37
(Webmaster adds that everyone should read a previous post from Herb telling of racing back then in the Maritimes. Find it here.)
Gagetown Outing - Sunday July 12/20
John DeWitt has tentatively arranged for us to show our sports cars on the streets of Gagetown on Sunday July 12th. He contacted the town manager there who said they would be very happy to host FABAC at one of their Sunday craft event days. They would provide us reserved parking on their main street close to the craft event.
This event would provide us many attractive points including the following:
John suggests bringing an umbrella or some sun cover as the main street parking is well exposed and if it's hot you will need some cover. Also please bring picnic chairs, a picnic lunch if so desired, sun tan lotion etc.
Prepare to follow Covid 19 protocols including the 2 meter social distancing requirements and wearing masks where required.
Hope to see you there.
Gary
This event would provide us many attractive points including the following:
- A beautiful nearby park with space for camp chairs overlooking the beautiful Saint John River where you can bring and enjoy a picnic lunch or a delicacy from one of the several quick food outlets or nearby restaurants. John is familiar with the local food opportunities and will be able to guide those who wish to experience local flavor.
- There is a regular Sunday Craft event featuring local artisans work.
- We can park our cars and relax while taking in the wonderful scenery, beautiful crafts and an opportunity to show our sports cars.
- After the show, John is prepared to lead those interested in an added trip to Lower Jemseg via the recently revived Gagetown Ferry. You can return to Fredericton via Route 105 via the Ferry trip or back through Oromocto.
John suggests bringing an umbrella or some sun cover as the main street parking is well exposed and if it's hot you will need some cover. Also please bring picnic chairs, a picnic lunch if so desired, sun tan lotion etc.
Prepare to follow Covid 19 protocols including the 2 meter social distancing requirements and wearing masks where required.
Hope to see you there.
Gary
A recommendation for those planning to attend at Gagetown
I think it would be a good idea for everyone to print up a card or sheet that could go under a windshield wiper with information about their car: Make, model, year, how long owned, owner, interesting tidbits, etc. I know I always enjoy having information about anything I'm looking at in museums, art galleries, etc.
Kelvin, you have that beautiful FABAC banner. Any way we can get it there, Kelvin? It would be a nice touch.
- David
Kelvin, you have that beautiful FABAC banner. Any way we can get it there, Kelvin? It would be a nice touch.
- David
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