35 Years Of The SCC!!! - NCRS

Clay is for Making PotsBy Darold M. Shirwo#100I have found a new product thatworks great when you detail yourCorvette.I have used clay in the past toclean my paint of contaminantsand it was a hassle because the oafthat I am I would drop the clay andget dirt, etc., on it and it causedme problems.SM Arnold makes a product calledSpeedy Surface Prep and it is a microfiber towel that you use thesame way that a clay bar is usedbut you don’t have the downside.You can keep reusing this towel and not have to throw it away like clay.You spray the work area with detailer and then wipe – it works great.I bought it at Detailed Image for 39.00 and they have two types – oneis fine for not a lot of bad stuff and a medium grade which takes on thenasty stuff.Check it out and I am very satisfied with it.Web Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/9Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

Presentation of our Certificate of Appreciation to Chad who did agreat job representing Mike Vietro! Thank you Mike Vietro.Congratulations on the Top Flight for the L88!By Beverly LegateTHE EVENT OF THE YEAR WAS HELD AT CORVETTE MIKE INANAHEIM!Mike Vietro has a work force that showed Mike has the cream of thecrop working for him. Our very own Bob Crane was in communication with Todd and Neida from the beginning and they made sure wehad everything to make this a fantastic event. Jeff made sure the carswere parked for the flight judging and in a safe place overnight. Bonihelped with our tables and chairs and anything we needed. Neida justdid EVERYTHING (I was tired watching her). Chad did a wonderfuljob working with our Judging Teams and representing Mike. Good joball. All of these people were around us and ready to assist our chapter to make this an event to remember and they all did. Thank youCorvette Mike!Function & Safety Judging The ChassisTo truly start at the beginning, we must start with two SouthernCalifornia Chapter members, Don Hooper and Duke Williams,who presented a Judging School on Friday afternoon. Corvette Mike allowed two cars to go up on lifts and this is alwaysa treat to our judges to be able to look up at the Chassis ratherthan crawling around on the ground underneath the cars tojudge the Chassis. What would we do without those members who don't mindgetting down and dirty? Chassis guys, (Don Hooper, Jerry Louer and BruceFosdike) you can never retire or get old on us. Don and Duke you were ourrock for this event and our chapter enjoyed your wealth of knowledge andpresentation and especially all of your time you put into the presentation.Thanks for conducting our school and tech session. You are very much appreciated for all you doWeb Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/10Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

The Puff of Air ManEven though Allen Morris got the Krispy Kreme puff of air donuts John said they were still warm from theoven (as you picked them up at 6:30am) and there isn't anything like a fresh warm donut! Thanks Allen.The Hobbs!There's the owners, the judges, the tabulators, the schools, and the donut man but we just don't add upto THE HOBBS! Starbucks Travelers Coffee arrangement to wake us all up is #1.But when Verity showed up with the refunds of our Judges and Tabulators registration fee, Verity was themost popular girl on the block. Thank you both for always being there for our chapter.Beverly & John LeGate, Co-Judging ChairmanNEW NCRS Judging Body Color & Body Fiberglass/Component Fit InformationSee the Fall NCRS Restorer PublicationArticle Written By Dave Brigham, National Judging ChairmanCORVETTE MIKE FALL CHAPTER FLIGHT MEET RESULTSTHANK YOU OWNERS!Flight AwardsJerry Louer1957Top FlightDennis Pagliano1957Top FlightHarold Rodgers1957Top FlightMargaret Pagliano19622nd FlightTim Osborn19632nd FlightTony Samojen1965Top FlightRandall Kearney19662nd FlightHector Guzman1967Top FlightMike Vietro1968Top FlightBarry Walker1985Top Flight1964Certificate of AppreciationDuntuv DisplayDan HolsteinSportsman DisplayBen MarchiDarold ShirwoWeb Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/11Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

OUR JUDGES WHO CONSISTENTLY TURN OUT TO SUPPORT OUR OWNERS!1957-1962 Team1963-1967 Team1968-1985 TeamJerry Palmer Team Leader John LeGate Team Leader Pete Bergman Team LeaderOPERATIONSRusty HobbsJerry PalmerDuke WilliamsEd VignoneDave PerryPete BergmanMECHINCALWayne FossDon GoodwinJohn LeGatePete BergmanTed WilmGary CraigINTERIORDarold ShirwoDan HolsteinDave PerryJack CoxBill CashRobert MarcusEXTERIORMarv StoberEd HoffmanDennis HakimAllen MorrisJohn PiovesanMichael AmosRich NorbrothenCHASSISJerry LouerJoseph LeMayDon HooperJohn SeeleyBruce FosdikeTom RohnerOur Tabulators - Our Solid Rock Team!Pat Louer Tab Leader, Barbara Vignone, Diana Wright, Merry Jo Siegrist, and Janet PalmertRegistration & JudgingWeb Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/12Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

Judged CorvettesMargaret Pagliano 1962 2nd FlightDennis Pagliano 1957 Top FlightWeb Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/13Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

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Sunday, November 13, at10 AMSan Juan Hills Golf ClubThe date and site of the SCC 35th Anniversary and Holiday Celebration has been changed becausethe previous location, Trevor's is still under construction. The new location is the San Juan Hills GolfClub, located between the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano and the San Juan Capistrano hills.This marks the 35th Anniversary of the founding of the Southern California Chapter of NCRS. We lookforward to seeing you there.Directions:Southbound on I-5: Take Camino Capistrano exit then turn Right on Camino Capistrano.Then Right again, its 1.5 miles on San Juan Creek Road. The banquet facility is the first building onthe right.Northbound on I-5: Take Camino Capistranoexit then turn Left on Valle Road. Turn Right, its1.5 miles on San Juan Creek Road. The banquet facility is the first building on the right.Hotels:Best Western Capistrano Inn27174 Ortega Hwy,San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675949-493-5661Residence Inn Dana Point.33711 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano, California 92675Mail your check & registration to:Verity Hobbs, PO Box 2316 Newport Beach, Ca. 92659Phone: 949.378.3419Information contact Bob Crane: 714.458.6395 bcrane@socal.rr.comNames EmailAddressMember #Corvette DrivenYear# Persons @ 40 each Make Check out to SCC/NCRS. Total EnclosedWeb Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/15Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

By Beverly LeGateSO WHY DID YOUR RENTAL CAR JUST DISPLAY AND ACTUALLY DEMAND YOU STOP AND PULL OVER BEFORE YOU HAVE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO YOUR ENGINE?!No worries, I bought all the insurance possible to ensure what a grand trip we were going to have driving around France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and The Netherlands. Well except ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE - OH NO!Could this get any worse. 170 Euros to be towed to a Renault Dealership. It just got worse - THEYDON'T SPEAK ANY ENGLISH. Thank goodness for a young lady from Santa Barbara who helped explainto us, " THERE'S NOTHING THE DEALERSHIP CAN DO"! But he's a Renault Dealership. I am not payingHIM a penny!We turned the car over to the rental company and they will GET BACK TO ME and let me know whatthey will do when "human error" occurs. Another 170 Euros taxi ride to Paris and actually when welooked around at all the traffic of Paris, we were all a bit relieved I didn't have to maneuver my way toour hotel.I happened to mention our mishap to the nice gentleman at Front desk and the look of disbelief waswritten all over his face. This is the end of the story. Let's go back to the beginning of the story.I made sure I had arranged and checked everything. I did not check the color of the diesel fuelpump because in my world all diesel fuel pumps areGREEN. EVIDENTLY NO ONE TOLD EUROPE BECAUSE NO DIESEL pumps in Europe are GREEN! Ifound out Green is reserved for various ratings oflead-free (now universal, of course) PETROL.Europe's diesel pumps are most likely yellow orblack, but even there you have to be careful assome fuel companies sell "premium" diesel at distinctly higher prices than everyday diesel and, despite their claims, it seems to add little to performance. In other words, I LEARNED, it pays to readthe description. "DIESEL" is common throughout Europe these days but many pumps in France are stillmarked "GASOIL" or "GAZOLE".There are often TWO types of diesel available with the more expensive having a yellow pump handle.We should have chosen the YELLOW.ABOVE WERE OUR PUMP CHOICES - WHICH WOULD YOU HAVE CHOOSEN?Web Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/16Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

This problem has led to much confusion causing people toaccidentally put the wrong type of fuel into their vehicle. Becareful when refueling. The nozzles are usually colour codedto indicate which grade of fuel they dispense, however thecolour coding differs between countries. For example, ablack handle in Ireland indicates that the fuel dispensed isdiesel. In the US, diesel pumps commonly use green hosesand green slipcovers over the nozzle. North America customer need to be particularly vigilant. If you realize youhave put the wrong fuel in the car, do not turn on the ignition or start the car. Seek help and contact your car rentalcompany.NEVER assume a green nozzle at an unfamiliar station indicates the pump dispenses diesel fuel. While this is often true inthe USA, it is not always the case. There are no legal requirements for fuel nozzle colors. Today, diesel fuel is dispensedthrough nozzles that may be green, black, yellow or any othercolor the retailer desires.GO AHEAD MAKE MY DAY, PICK ONE!SCC Chapter & Member News—The SCC is celebrating 35 Years!Make this the Best Year yet!Road Tour Laughlin– January 10-12, 2017WAGON MASTER: ALLEN MORRIS – Cell 949-466-7273Flyer to come!Registration is open for the Western Regionalin Laughlin Nevada on April 6-8 2017!Web Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/17Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

Minutes of SCC Board Meetingby Ralph HaunSCC NCRS BOARD MEETING, August 16, 2016OPEN MEETINGThe meeting was called to order at 7:03 PM at Fuddruckers Restaurant in Lakewood by Chairman Darold Shirwo.Board Members in attendance were Darold Shirwo, VerityHobbs, Rusty Hobbs, Pat Louer, Jerry Louer, Rich Norbrothen, Allen Morris, Ed Vignone, Don Troyer, and RalphHaun. Board Members absent were Bob Crane, Gary Hiltunen, Carol Troyer, Beverly LeGate, John LeGate, RobMyrick, and Jamie Fiffles.Guest in attendance was Barbara Vignone.SECRETARY’S REPORTThe Secretary had previously submitted a draft of theminutes of the July 11th meeting to Board members toreview. After minor changes a revised copy was provided. Allen made a motion to approve the final copy whichwas seconded by Ed. The motion was approved unanimously.TREASURER’S REPORTThe Treasurer reported on the various accounts and theirfunds. She noted that cash from the recently liquidatedCD will be kept as cash, and not be reinvested in anotherCD at this time. She questioned if we should invoice thesponsors for the Western Regional now. After discussion,it was decided to invoice those sponsors whose amountswere finalized and she will be provided a list of these.OFFICER REPORTSEd reported that SCC presently has 167 members.OLD BUSINESSBonding Strip: Articles are needed for the upcoming issue.Western Regional: The dates for the “scouting trip”are now October 24th to October 26th. The dateswere changed to allow Mike Ingham to join us. Jennifer Gallagher, Sales Manager for the Tropicana willmeet with the group on October 25th at 10:00 AM.Shirts for the event received considerable discussion. Shirt logos need to be decided. It was notedthat Bob Behlman had received a shirt commitmentfrom Jessup’s Chevrolet of 1200. Allen has spokenwith Findley Chevrolet in Bullhead City about providing event door prizes, as well as access to their service Department, as this may be needed for convention attendees. No answer has yet been received,and it was mentioned that wemight also call on the dealer in Kingman. A meeting ofthe Regional Planning Committee will be held September 21st at 11:00 AM at the Hobbs’ NewportBeach home.35th Anniversary/Holiday Party: There w as concern expressed that the restaurant may not beready for us by the scheduled date.National Meet: Held J uly 17-22nd in Warwick, RhodeIsland. Ralph reported that it was well attendedwith almost 190 of cars entered for judging and nuWeb Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/merous others present from the road tours. Heshowed the Board some gifts provided to the various participants.Fall Meet: October 14-15th. Judging to be at Corvette Mike’s in Anaheim. After discussion, Allenmoved that the judges receive a refund of theirregistration fees. This was seconded by Rusty andit passed unanimously.Spring Meet: Still being planned and to be heldat GM Downunder.Charity Event: This needs to be held to achieveChapter Top Flight. A silent auction to be held atour banquet was discussed. After further discussion, Rusty moved to auction a banner at CorvetteMike’s and this was seconded by Verity. The motion passed unanimously.SCC Meeting Location: Held this month at a newlocation, “Fuddruckers Restaurant” in Lakewood.This location was scouted out by our member Dennis Lombardo, and Board Members seemed tothink it was superior to the previous locations.Las Vegas 2018 National: Barbara mentionedthat Tom Barr had inquired if SCC would be willingto help with the registration desk. After discussionit was decided that while this was quite feasible,the question should be best directed to Darold.Miscellaneous: There w as no M iscellaneous OldBusiness.NEW BUSINESSActivities: The Road Tour to Laughlin to be heldJanuary 10-12th, 2017 was discussed.2017 Fall Meet: I t w as brought up that for theFall Meet in 2017 it would be nice to investigatenew locations.Miscellaneous New Business: Barbara suggestedthat SCC purchase an advertising page in theWestern Regional Program. After discussion, itwas moved by Rusty to do so and this was seconded by Jerry. The motion passed unanimously. Edwill provide the page.CLOSE MEETINGThere being no further business, it was moved by Rustyto close the meeting. This was seconded by Ralph andit passed unanimously. The meeting was closed at8:09 PM.SCC NCRS BOARD MEETING,September 12, 2016OPEN MEETINGThe meeting was called to order at 7:10 PM atFuddruckers Restaurant in Lakewood by Vice ChairmanAllen Morris. Board Members in attendance were AllenMorris, Rich Norbrothen, Don Troyer, Bob Crane, EdVignone, Jerry Louer, Pat Louer, Rusty Hobbs, VerityHobbs, and Ralph Haun. Board Members absent wereDarold Shirwo, Gary Hiltunen, Carol Troyer, BeverlyLeGate, John LeGate, Rob Myrick, and Jamie Fiffles.Guests in attendance were Barbara Vignone, Diana18Email address: sccncrs@ncrs.org

Wright and Merry Jo Siegrist. Dennis and Jan Lombardoalso attended but had to leave early.SECRETARY’S REPORTThe Secretary had previously submitted minutes of theAugust 16th meeting to the Board for review. Minor suggestions were received. These were incorporated and Edmade a motion to approve the final version. This wasseconded by Don and the motion received unanimousapproval.TREASURER’S REPORTThe Treasurer noted again that she had not renewed ourCertificates of Deposit. She also provided current balances for PayPal and Wells Fargo. Rusty made a motionto approve the Treasurer’s Report which was secondedby Bob. The motion was approved unanimously.OFFICER REPORTSEd noted that he believed fourteen SCC members hadnot renewed with National, and that he did not have anaccurate count of our chapter members at this time.Don reported that he had received a request from National for a 500 deposit for the Regional, and that hehad given this to Verity. Rich reported that the Chapterstill needs to hold the Charity Auction, which is plannedfor the Fall Meet at Corvette Mike’s.OLD BUSINESSBonding Strip: Don noted that the next issuewill not have a car pictured on the cover andseveral people made suggestions for alternatives. Technical articles are desired.Western Regional: I nformation has not yetbeen received from Darold regarding dealersponsorship participation. The meeting of theRegional Committee was brought up since Daroldcan not attend. Holding it at the time of theLaughlin scouting trip was discussed, but it wasfelt that might be too late. Jerry made a motionto hold it on Sept 21st at 11:00 AM at the Hobbs’as previously planned. This was seconded by Patand it passed unanimously.35th Anniversary/Holiday Party: Bob reportedthat the new owner of Trevor’s restaurant hasassured him the facility will be ready for ourplanned date of November 5th. Some felt theevent needs additional publicity and a deadlinefor members to commit. Decorations were discussed. The Distinguished Service Award or“Member of the Year” will be picked by Jerry,Verity, and Barbara for award at the Holiday Party.Fall Meet: Verity noted that she is handling therental chairs and tables plus the pizza lunch.Bob is arranging a Friday night dinner at the Olive Garden. Don Hooper and Duke Williams willput on the Judging School. It was felt that a tentwould not be needed.Spring Meet: To be held M arch 3-4th at GMDownunder. It was brought up that the deadlinefor getting the information into the Driveline isOctober 1st.Web Site: http://www.ncrs.org/scc/Charity Event: This is needed to obtain ourChapter Top Flight Award. It will be held at theFall Meet.Meeting Location: The Board decided to holdthe October meeting at Fuddruckers.Miscellaneous: There w as no miscellaneousOld Business.NEW BUSINESSActivities: The Road Trip to Laughlin isscheduled for Jan 10-12th.2017 Fall Meet: Some discussion w as hadabout the location of this meet. Allen suggested The Hobbs’ Ranch. It was agreed to consider this as a tentative location for Oct 13-14th,2017.Miscellaneous: Diana suggested w e send anadditional notice to the other California chapterswith the dates of the SCC judged meets. Thiswould be in addition to the normal notice provided.CLOSE MEETING:There being no further business, it was moved by Rustyand seconded by Pat to close the meeting. This wasapproved unanimously and the meeting was closed at8:01 PM.SCC NCRS BOARD MEETING, October 10, 2026OPEN MEETINGThe meeting was called to order at 6:59 PM atFuddruckkers Restaurant in Lakewood by Chairman Darold Shirwo. Board Members in attendance were DaroldShirwo, Ed Vignone, Allen Morris, Pat Louer, JerryLouer, Rusty Hobbs, Verity Hobbs, Beverly LeGate,John LeGate, Gary Hiltunen, Rich Norbrot

949-494-6931 rehatcr@aol.com Historian: Gary Hiltunen 331 Osprey Loop , Chester CA 96020 . ams from Tracy, California. He is getting the NCRS started on the West Coast and they like all the solid axel cars thru 1962. In the