June 2016 - Corvette Express

Corvette Expressions 3rd Edition
Volume 118
June, 2016
Officers for 2016
President:
Rob Lombardi
(lombardi0705@verizon.net)
Vice-President:
Eddie Acquaviva
(3acquavivas@optonline.net)
Secretary:
Ingrid Reitano
(Bus_boss@hotmail.com)
Treasurer:
Bill Zide
(wjzwjz@aol.com)
Membership Coordinator:
John Petrucci
(petruccijohnj@aol.com)
Sgt-at-Arms:
John Hatfield
(theflower29@aol.com)
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Corvette Expressions 3rd Edition—Volume 117
Welcome to June, and Happy Father's
Day to all the Corvette dads!
May, 2016
Greetings, and welcome to the June issue of
Corvette Expressions.
While the month of May did not offer the
typical, spring-like weather that we are used
to this time of year, there were still some
great events/activities.
Despite some mediocre weather, our
Bar-A vette-together was a big success
this year. Once again, the activities and
Bar-A committees did an excellent job
of organizing and running this
event. We also had numerous requests
for information about how to become a
Corvette Express member. This
is "proof positive" to the quality and
professionalism of our club and
events. This is really just the beginning
of the season for us. As usual, our calendar is full of things to do and places
to go.
May 7 was the first cruise (and beer fest) of
the season along the Delaware River, organized and led by Bill Nagle. Club members
were treated to some great scenery, a nice
lunch, and of course, some great beer!
Corvette Nanny (Lynn Earhart) hosted the
first of our monthly Fireside Restaurant
vette-togethers on May 9 (rescheduled from
May 2 due to inclement weather.)
The Corvette Express Club car show and
BBQ took place on May 15 at the Bar A,
and was a HUGE success! A special thanks
to Skip Allen who always does an awesome
job organizing this event, and kudos to everyone who helped as well. And thanks to
Lynn Schneiderman for all the great pictures!
Our club picnic is also this month. Details, sign up sheet, and deposits will
be taken at the June meeting. Hope to
see you all there...
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 1. See you then.
Yours in Corvettes,
Rob Lombardi
Lisa Force
Newsletter Editor
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Corvette Expressions 3rd Edition—Volume 118
June, 2016
Upcoming Events/Activities
Corvette Express
2016 Activities Committee - Bill Nagle, Chairperson
At the December 7 meeting were Dion Denardo, Joe and Linda Fernandez, Larry and Lisa
Force, Kathy and Frank Jones, John Murrell, Donna and Bill Nagle, Al and Anita Quigley, Dave
Schneiderman, Don and Lynne Smith and Bill and Carol Zide.
Club Activities for 2016
Hello Members,
Here is a heads-up on what the Activities Committee has planned for 2016 (subject to
change):
Mon., Jun. 6
Fireside Restaurant, Lynn Earhart aka Corvette Nanny
Sat., Jun. 11
Club Picnic, George and Beverly T.
Fri., Jun. 17
Jersey Freeze
Sun., Jun. 26
Blueberry Festival, Dave Schneiderman
Sat., Jul. 9
Walkway Over the Hudson, Dave Schneiderman
Mon., Jul. 11
Fireside Restaurant, Lynn Earhart aka Corvette Nanny
Fri., Jul. 15
Jersey Freeze
Fri., Sat., Sun., Jul. 22, 23, 24 Lake Placid cruise weekend, Bill Nagle
Mon., Aug. 1
Fireside Restaurant, Lynn Earhart aka Corvette Nanny
Sat., Aug. 20
Crab Run, Maryland, Lynn and Don Smith
Thurs. thru Sun., Aug. 25, 26, 27 and 28
Carlisle
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Corvette Expressions 3rd Edition—Volume 118
Club Activities for 2016
June, 2016
(continued)
Mon., Sept. 12
Fireside Restaurant, Lynn Earhart aka Corvette Nanny
Mon., Oct. 3
Fireside Restaurant, Lynn Earhart aka Corvette Nanny
Fri. Sat. Sun. Oct. 7, 8 &9 Grey Ghost Inn, Vermont - Bill Nagle
Sat., Oct. 22
Simeon Car Museum, Philadelphia, Dave Schneiderman
Sun., Oct. 30
Halloween Parade, Lynn Earhart aka Corvette Nanny
Please mark these dates on your calendar. Your Activities Committee has put together
an amazing line-up of fun things to do, and we all look forward to your participation.
More information will follow as we approach each date.
Sign-up sheets will be available at upcoming meetings. If you are unable to sign up at
the meetings and want to attend, please contact the organizer or me. Watch for emails
with details and reminders regarding each activity. Also, if you have signed up for an
activity and cannot attend, please contact the organizer or me.
Thank you,
Bill Nagle
Activities Chairperson
cell: 908-415-1248
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Corvette Facts & Trivia: C3 - part 1 (68-72)
Contributed by Rob Lombardi
1968: First year "Mako Shark" design-all new body and interior.
Zora Duntov named chief Corvette engineer.
T-top, removable back window, vacuum operated headlights
and wiper door, and fiber optic monitoring of lights were a few of
the new features.
Automatic trans is now famous TH400 3 speed
Battery moved to comp. behind driver's seat.
"Astroventilation" added to improve cabin air flow
Stingray badging dropped for 1968
Just as in 1963, first year next generation car has many
one year only parts.
1969: Stingray name returns.
Started interior and body refinement; such as eliminating
push button on door, reverse lights moved up as center
tail lamps, door panels, seat belts and addition of map pocket
on pass. side dash.
Factory side pipe option returns with newly designed covers.
Small block engine displacement increases from 327 to 350 ci.
Labor dispute in May 69 caused model run to be stretched 4
months -accounts for high number of 1969s and low production
run of 1970 models.
1970: Subtle body and interior changes included new 'eggcrate"
side fender and front grills, wheel openings flared toward
back to help reduce tire debris onto body, 1 piece silver rocker
molding, new interior door panel design.
Big block engine increased to 454ci from 427.
Tinted glass and positraction differential standard.
Black exterior color not available.
1971: Few changes due to short production run of 70 models.
Engine comp. ratios down due to lower octane fuels.
Last year for M-22 heavy duty Muncie 4 speed.
Only year for 425HP RPO "LS-6" 454.
Last year of fiber optic monitor
1972: Last year for many details: removable rear window,
pop up wiper door, chrome front bumper and grills,
solid lifter "LT-1" small block ( only year LT-1 was offered
with A/C), headlight washer system.
Engines HP rating changed to Net from gross rating.
Alarm standard
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Fireside - May 9
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Corvette Express Car Show
May 15
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Several other Corvette
clubs shared our
special day!
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Upcoming Car Shows and Events
June, 2016
Day
Sunday, June 5
Name
Time
NJ Soap Box Derby Car Show 10:00 - 1:00
J&J Headquarters
501 George St, New Brunswick, NJ
presented by The Hollywood
Night Cruisers
Description
Cars must be present by 11:00 to be
judged
Awards presented @ 3:00
Judging based on HNC Show Standards
Car show ends when all trophies &
awards are presented;
and all pictures taken.
14th Annual "Wild About
Corvettes" Show
8:00-4:00
All American Corvette Club
Panera Bread parking lot
(behind Kohl's)
165 Rte 4 West, Paramus, NJ
07652
Registration Begins at 8:00 Am Ends
at 11:00 Am
Peoples Choice $15 Judged $20
Accepting Donations for Various Food
Banks
Thursday - June 9
Sunday - June 12
Summer Nationals
Englishtown Raceway Park
Englishtown, NJ
8:00 - 6:00
Racing and more Racing!!
Saturday, June 11
Raindate - Sunday
Spring Fling, GM Thing
8:30 - 4:00
Anything GM Powered! Any Year!
Sunday, June 5
Raindate
Registration Begins at 8:00 Am Ends
at 11:00 Am
all judging by Boardwalk Corvettes of
A.C.
Pre Registration $15 Day of Show $20
Smithville Village
Smithville, NJ
Sunday, June 12
Wine and Shine Show
Main Street Medford NJ
9:00 - 4:00
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Pre Registration $15 Day of Show $20
All Makes and Models Welcome
Registration 9 to 11:30
July 2016 Shows
Date Day
Name
July 10th Sunday
Liberty Hose 13th Annual Car Show
Rain Date July 19th
July 10th Sunday
July 22
Friday
Time
10:00 3:00
Description
Pre Registration $12 Day of Show
$15
Red Bank Firefighter
White Street Parking Lot
Food
Trophies
Red Bank NJ
Deejay
6th Annual Rods & Paws Car Show
11:00-3:00
Hosted by New Beginning Animal Rescue
VFW Post 4699
575 Jernee Mill Rd, Sayreville NJ
Preregistration $10/ at show $15
Food, 50/50, Door Prizes, Music
Food, 50/50, Door Prizes, Music
Trophies Awarded
Raceway Park Rachet Friday Show and 5:00 pm Drags
10:00 pm
Raceway Park, Englishtown, NJ
Get three passes down the strip
No rain date. Day of Show $15
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August 2016
Shows
Date
Day
August 21st
Sunday
Rain Date August 23rd
Name
Allaire Village (Rolling Iron) Car
Show
Historic Allaire Village
Time
8am - 4pm
Farmingdale NJ
August 25th28th
Thursday - Sunday
August 26
Friday
August 27th
Sunday
Corvettes at Carlisle
Carlisle Fair Grounds
Carlisle PA
All Day
Raceway Park Ratchet Friday Show 5:00 pm and Drags
10:00 pm
Raceway Park, Englishtown, NJ
Ciro's Car Show ( Ciros Italian Restaurant)
Hosted by Hollywood Night Cruisers
301 Buckelew Ave,
Monroe Twp, NJ 08831
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Description
1991 or older cars
40 + Awards
Pre-Registration $18 Day of Show
$20
Over 5000 Corvettes
Over 1100 Vendors
Get two passes down the strip
No rain date. Day of Show $15
11 am - 3 pm Car Show is from 11 am - 3 pm
10% off Food to all (signed in) participants
Dates for Local Cruise Nights
Friday, June 3
Shops at Old Bridge
Rt 9 and Texas Rd
5:30 pm
Saturday, June 4
Chick Fil A
Rt 9 Howell
5 – 8 pm
Monday, June 13
Handlebars and Hot Rods
D’Jais Belmar
5 – 9 pm
Monday, June 13
New Monmouth Diner
Rt 35 Middletown
6 – 9 pm
Friday, June 24
Fossil Cruise Night
Ideal Plaza, Howell
5 – 9 pm
Monday, June 27
New Monmouth Diner
Rt 35 Middletown
6 – 9 pm
Copy and paste this link into your browser to see a list of
additional New Jersey cruise nights:
http://www.newjerseycarshows.com/cruise-nights.html
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