NEWSLETTER - GMC Pacific Cruisers

The GMC Pacific Cruisers Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association, Inc. (FMCA),
is a group of GMC motorhome owners from Southern California since 1976.
Visit our website: www.gmcpc.org
Lee Nelsen, President
909-989-0107, leenelsen@yahoo.com
Sharon Cerrina, Vice President
562-694-6800, magiccatz2@earthlink.net
Suzanne Covington, Treasurer
909-305-1434, sdtraveler@earthlink.net
Alice-Faye Brown, Secretary
909-948-5150, jpeugh@citivu.net
Chuck Garton, FMCA National Director
760-375-5568, ceg777@earthlink.net
Ed Staal, Alternate National Director
310-374-7678, eestaal@msn.com
Lill Deal, Newsletter Publisher
858-270-3023, isoutput@pacbell.net
Freddi Condos, Newsletter Coordinator
559-683-5185, frettyc@sti.net
NEWSLETTER
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Jan| Feb | Mar 2008
FROM BEHIND THE WHEEL
re we running on all eight or what? Last year Jim Peugh was given an award for our Web
site. This very newsletter that you are reading is NOW an award winner. Once again
FMCA has chosen to honor us and this time we have been singled out for our
newsletter. We (GMCPC) all knew that Freddi Condos had been doing a great job and now
FMCA knows it too. Congratulations, and our deepest thanks for the time and effort she puts
forth for our members. If any of you have ever been involved in trying to put out a newsletter,
you know how hard it is. Freddi…Thanks.
We have had a few rallies since our last newsletter, and as always the volunteers just pop out of
the woodwork. Putting on a rally is a lot of work, with lots of rewards too. Seeing your fellow GMC’ers lend a hand,
enjoying themselves, renewing and obtaining friendships and getting positive responses from so many members, well, it
makes putting forth the effort worth it. If you have not been part of a rally see Sharon Cerrina and she will help you
become a rally master and she will assist you in creating a memorable experience for yourself and our members.
Speaking of awards and rallies then you know Sharon’s working ever so hard for all of us. Just look at the list of rallies in
this newsletter or online and you see just some of the results of her efforts. If you go to a rally that blur you see serving
or greeting or cleaning up is likely to be her too. It makes you wonder if she ever has time to enjoy one of the rallies. Take
time next rally to slow her down and let her know, that you know, how much she is giving to our club.
If you have not renewed your membership, don’t wait another day. You will be contributing to your own fun and will be
able to enjoy the great events coming up this spring and beyond.
We put out a survey to all members asking how you want the club to be in the future. There were some good ideas put
forth, but for the most part you liked what you have been getting. Not one suggestion was far off the mark of what we
are already doing. Perhaps a little tweaking here and there, but it seems like you like what you are getting from the club.
Our newsletter is great, our rallies are fun and our members are a great source of information and camaraderie. If you
did not reply and have some thoughts, bring them on.
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OUR MEMBERSHIP COUNT IS 173
Inside:
Old Love | Quarzite Rally | Ocean Mesa Rally | Spotlight • Club Trailer • Red Hat | Shade Tree Mechanic | Rally Schedule 2007
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PACIFIC CRUISER MEMBER
REUNITED WITH HIS OLD LOVE
by Audree Rowe
In the early “60s, Bob Edmison built a sprint car from the
ground up and raced it until 1970 when he sold it. In recent
years Bob started wondering what had happened to the car
and wishing he still had it. His son, Robert, made up a
“wanted” flyer showing the car and over the last four years,
they would distribute the flyer at any racing event they went
to. Then earlier this year, one of Bob’s old racing buddies told
Robert that he thought Bob’s car might be stored in a garage
in Anaheim, California. Robert went to see it and discovered
that, indeed, it was Bob’s car, minus engine and a few other
parts. Robert told the owner about Bob’s history with the car
and made an offer for it. He bought it and delivered it to Bob
as a surprise gift on his birthday, March 5th. Needless to say
Bob was ecstatic. He has been busy restoring it to original
condition—and who knows, Number 55 may be out on the
track again one of these days. Pictures show the car in its early
life, as it was when Bob got it back, and as it looked recently
when Jim Rowe visited him.
FROM BEHIND THE WHEEL CONTINUED
Each of our clubs plays a part in the GMC experience and you have the ability to partake in the whole range that is out
there. Keep safe and keep the GMC on the road.
Keeping road worthy,
Lee Nelsen
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QUARTZITE RALLY
Jan 15– 23, 2007
Reported by : Freddi Condos
Cannot find the words to justly express the exceptional
affection that is exuded at the Quartzite Trek.
Approximately 25 coaches were registered and most
attended. Even the weather was good. Seems to have been
an increase in the shopping and site seeing activities. Guess
we had to walk the food off some how. Even the wind was
at bay. Although it was fairly chilly, thanks to the HOT
campfires (two as a matter of fact), we had toasty buns.
Here we go again, reporting on yet another superb Rally.
Don’t know how each year our in house chefs continue to
exceed their entree’ and dessert offerings. There was even
an encore request for the Bananas Flambé, homemade
spiced cake, oh so good!
for staking out our site, collecting the funds, bringing
sufficient wood/snacks/beverage and sponsoring some
meals, etc. They provided an overall commendable job
coordinating this event.
Of course, there is always a H I G H L I G H T E D activity,
some have called it “the perfect moon shine in the bushes”,
huh Shirley Shier. You’ll have to ask her to explain the course
of events starting with J & M that lead to this fun filled
performance.
Oops forgot to mention the scrumptious daily menu. You’ll
just have to witness this most memorable occasion in
January 2009.
Thanks and Praise to our Rally Hosts: Pat and Sharon
Cerrina; Chuck and Dorris Garton; and Ken and Judy Booth,
NEWSLETTER SCHEDULE FOR 2008
Publication
Dates
June 30
Aug. 29
Dec. 5
Info to
Coordinator
June 9
Aug. 8
Nov. 13
To Publisher
June 16
Aug. 15
Nov. 19
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RALLY AT OCEAN MESA
Feburary 2008
by : Audree Rowe
The weather cooperated perfectly for the Ocean Mesa Rally
with blue skies, warm ocean breezes, blue water, and just
enough clouds to provide beautiful lingering sunsets. The
park should be described as an RV Resort with all the
amenities, including a massage therapist on call who could
possibly work out all your kinks in the privacy of your own
coach. Thirty five coaches were in attendance along with
some other brand driven by, of all people, Miguel Mendez.
The coaches were parked on a bluff overlooking the Pacific
Ocean and surrounded by grassy areas and old growth
avocado groves.
Our gathering spot was a large tent furnished with tables,
chairs, and decorations that were a cut above what are
found at most rallies. As promised in the flyer—romance was
definitely in the air. After our usual social adjustment hour,
President Lee Nelsen asked everyone to find a seat. As soon
as all were seated, we saw a procession of the board
members and their spouses coming down the hill; each
dressed in black pants, white shirts, and each couple in
matching color waiter’s aprons. They would be our servers.
But that wasn’t all. They lit the candles and then circulated
around the tables and presented each lady with a beautiful
long-stemmed red rose. Next they served plates of bread
and salad and big bowls of delicious beef stew that was
homemade by Suzanne Nelsen. Dessert was carrot cake and
coffee. For those of you who missed out, I’ll tell you
truthfully, “it doesn’t get any better than that.” After
dinner, people lingered to talk or visited the hot tub under
a starry sky.
In the morning we enjoyed an ample continental buffet.
After breakfast there was a docent led walk on the Bill
Wallace wilderness trail above the park. Some people joined
the docent or walked or biked on their own to the beach or
to the store and café located a good walking distance away.
Fred and Patricia Heidner provided information on a local
wine tasting tour. Others just took advantage of the
beautiful weather to socialize with friends or enjoy a book,
or a nice nap.
In the afternoon, Duane Simmons conducted a mini tech
session covering basic coach maintenance, tips on (Onan)
generators, and any other questions the group came up
with.
This was followed by a short business meeting. As part of
the “business”, each board member contributed a “special
award” to be given to a deserving member. The categories
included the coach with the highest mileage won by Bob
Blenkinsop whose coach has over 320,000 miles on it, the
coach with the lowest mileage, 36,000, presented to Les and
Marjorie Randolph, the coach with the highest number of
engines “won” by Dave and Arlene Cantrell whose coach
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has had the original and three replacements, and the
newest paint job award which went to Ed and Eileen Staal
for their bronze beauty that just came out of the shop.
During the festivities, we had been inhaling the wonderful
smells of real charcoal barbequing as our caterers worked at
preparing our dinner. We made quick work of our social
adjustment period, the candles on the tables were lit again,
and we enjoyed brisket and chicken and all the fixins
including giant homemade chocolate chip cookies. After
dinner, people again lingered to talk or enjoy a glass of wine
around the campfire.
In the morning, another great breakfast and then all too
quickly time to split until the next time. It was great seeing
old and new friends. A few special mentions are in order.
Thanks to Lee and Suzanne Nelsen for the planning and for
preparing pots of stew sufficient and then some for over 70
people. It was wonderful to see Irwin and Ilse Forsse and the
beautiful Rainbow Express back with us. Kudos to Ken and
Judy Booth who came all the way from Lake Havasu City,
and Bob Blenkinsop and Greg Mattern from Fresno, and
Chuck and Dorris Garton from Ridgecrest. It was great to
meet April Russell’s husband, Ryan, and their two beautiful
children Chandler and Ian. And a big GMC Pacific Cruiser
welcome to first timers Les and Marjorie Randolph. Les has
taken over the Royale that his father bought new back in
the day for in excess of $40,000.and parked it with only
36,000, as we like to say, “original miles.”
All of our rallies are great but this one seemed special. I
think that was probably due to the efforts of our wonderful
Board members who made it happen. A big thanks to our
Board for all they do for us and to their spouses who help
put this one over the top.
DID YOU KNOW THAT:
Bob Blenkinsop is gravely ill.
Please give him a call, send a card, or stop
by for a visit. He would truly appreciate
any or all of these caring gestures.
Spotlight on New Members
Welcome! - To our new members and we hope to see you at upcoming rallies.
Les & Marjorie Randolph of Riverside, CA
78 Royale with 35,905 miles
Les’ dad bought the coach new and picked it up at the factory. Now Les and Marjorie are restoring it.Fortunately,
he’s a classic auto restorer so working on a classic motor home should be a snap.
George & Diane Ciz of Lake Forest, CA
78 Eleganza II with 16,133 original miles (not a typo!)
George and Diane bought the coach with 10,000 miles on it, but they are the first registered owners. The GMC
dealer who originally had the vehicle never sold it or registered it.
Also, welcome to Gail & Arlene Melugin of Hemet, CA
They are retired, and have a 73 GMC with 88,766 miles.
CLUB TRAILER READY TO ROLL
by Audree Rowe
Thanks to a group of volunteers, the GMC Pacific Cruiser’s
trailer has been refurbished and is ready to go. The trailer
was retrieved from John and Beverly Clement’s property in
Corona, where it had been stored for some time without
charge to the Club. A special GMC Pacific Cruiser thank-you
goes to John and Beverly. The trailer was taken to MGM
GMC in Upland. The condition of the trailer was assessed
and an inventory of the equipment made. Our trailer is now
standing tall with a new set of tires, and sports a new paint
job courtesy of Miguel. It is now being stored by Jim Rowe.
The purpose of the trailer is to provide a mobile kitchen, and
is available for use by any rally host. For more information
contact any Board member.
Red Hat Society
PACIFIC PEARLS
Eleven of the GMC Pacific Pearl Red Hatters enjoyed a “taste of Thailand” at the Lucky Elephant
Restaurant in San Dimas on January 9th hosted by Audree Rowe. The ladies ordered individually
off the luncheon menu so that each
got to choose something to please their
palate and tolerance for spices and then shared an
assortment of special Thai desserts. Present were
Queen Sharon Cerrina, Jo Lindgrey, Dorothy Hooton,
Audree Rowe, Jacky Clutter, Greta Hayward, Luann
Parker, Beverly Lopez, Arlene Cantrell, Norma Sullivan
and Pat O’Betz.
The Pacific Pearl Red Hatters welcome any Pacific
Cruiser woman who is interested in getting together
for a lunch of fun and friendship. The next event will
be March 5, 2008 in City of Orange; conveniently
close to Red Hatquarters for those who want to do
some special shopping. Contact Queen Sharon or
Audree for more information.
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still there, but is now accessed from inside the coach (Picture 5).
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the was
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the 1974
was
still
now accessed
fiberglass
and
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(Big improvement!)
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there,
but
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now
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arts
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no oil and no drive
belts.
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the inlet airare
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6), it
is maintenance
free.
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the motor
compressor
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with
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requiring improved
no oil andand
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belts.and
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air filter
il and no drive belts. Except for the inlet air filter (Picture 6), it is maintenance free.
(Picture 6), it is maintenance free.
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I have installed rear support jacks with built-in J Hooks (Pictures
11 & 12);
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three air lines to the dash. I also installed
the electro
valve
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in place of the Schrader valve in the reservoir (Picture 7 arrow).
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two
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8).
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the reservoir
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six switches
(Picture
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three lights
(Picture
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(Pictureand
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(Picture 10).
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