2014-08-PE - Vintage Mustang Owners Association

A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE VINTAGE MUSTANG OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION
AUGUST 2014
The Pony! Express
Celebrating Mustangs Hobbyists And Their Cars Since 1977
Neal’s
Shelby as it
appeared in
1990
CAR OF THE MONTH:
NEAL HASHEIDER’S 1966 GT350
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OFFICERS!
PRESIDENT: Steve Chapman!
President@vintagemustang.org!
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Vice President: Tom Hasenberg
Vice-President@vintagemustang.org!
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Secretary: Pauline Maciel!
Secretary@vintagemustang.org!
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Treasurer: John O’Toole!
Treasurer@vintagemustang.org!
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Past President: Robert Wilson!
PastPresident@vintagemustang.org!
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Editor: Steve Gilbert!
Editor@vintagemustang.org!
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Webmaster: Rick Rose!
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Car Show: Tom Hasenberg!
Neal Hasheider!
CarShow@vintagemustang.org!
BOARD!
Al Thomas
BoardMember2@vintagemustang.org!
Alex Taylor!
BoardMember2@vintagemustang.org!
Carol Davison!
BoardMember3@vintagemustang.org!
John Gehring!
BoardMember 5@vintagemustang.org!
Vickie Bellum!
BoardMember6@vintagemustang.org!
Rich Bellum!
BoardMember7@vintagemustang.org!
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On the Upshift of Things. . .!
Warranties: These natural components of our purchase
process are always something that cause people to take pause
and ponder: “Is the warranty long enough?” “Is the warranty
period short because the item is reliable?” “Is it long because
the company wants me to feel secure, or is it a subtle hint that I
am in for some repairs in the long run?” “Should I but the
extended warranty?” These are all issues we thing about, but
suppose you had a new car in mind that had NO warranty?
This was the case with some 2008 Shelby offerings. In that
year, you could opt to purchase the stunning Shelby GT500KR
with 540 ponies under the hood. If that was not enough, you
could spring for the Super Snake version, flaunting 750
horsepower. However, to experience this advanced level of
performance, the purchaser had to relinquish their right to any
form of factory warranty; the price you pay for excellence.
While the practice of giving five star performance in lieu of
any damage protection may seem as modern as dealers
offering rearview mirrors as an upgrade (but legally required)
option, such practices were in place with early generation
Shelbys as well. Take for instance the K-Code Mustang.
Anyone wishing to own one had to accept that the car would
was provided with a 3 month or 4,000 mile warranty as
apposed to the 12 month/12,000 plan offered
on standard Mustangs. The more things
change, the more they stay the same. At least
-­Steve!
in 1966 you got something!!
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Presidents Letter August 2014
Hard to believe its August already, it seems like it was just January.
Back to school comes way to fast. Which means more traffic in the
mornings and the craziness of driving 280 and 85.
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I would like to mention the upcoming Nor Cal Shelby club Mini Nats
event at Sonoma Raceway. 8/2 – 8/3 This is going to be a great event.
Lots of guest speakers, Shelby car show and Parade laps.
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The VMOA has an upcoming event on Saturday 9th, Fun day Picnic in San
Juan Batista.
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Also on the 30 the Santo Family car show in Alviso.
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Hope to see you at one of these events.
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Thank you Steve Chapman – President VMOA
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PS I will not be at the August General meeting, I will be at Mini Nats for
Open Track Driving.
VMOA Members Chat Prior to Mystery Tour Kick-Off
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The Story Behind Neal Hasheider’s GT350
After owning a number of early Mustangs, I decided that a Shelby would be a great car to
have. In 1989, I found a 1966 Shelby GT350 for sale by the owner of Mustang Mart; Blake
DeLuca. It was a good deal, but the car was missing some parts that I would have to track
down to make the car complete. The Shelby had an extensive auto-cross history and at one
point in its life served as a test car for rear sway bar development for one of its previous
owners. Knowing that the car would be a long-term project, I purchased the Shelby on
12/29/1989.
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I obtained some documents from SAAC regarding the history of 6S1749. It was sold new at
Hayward Ford on 12/20/1966. The invoice showed the only option being the back seat.
When I stripped the paint, there was no evidence of rally stripes on the car. It is also a radio
delete. I tried tracking down the previous owners prior to DeLuca, but that proved fruitless.
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I drove the Shelby for two years before parking it because of an overheating problem. It could
also be the way I drove it, as it went like hell and had a wild camshaft in the motor that made
it rev like crazy. Upon inspection of the motor, when I tore it down, I discovered that the water
passages were plugged with scale. Since I pulled the engine from the car, it led to a long
period of storage. During that time, I acquired many of the parts I would need to put the car
back to stock condition. Thankfully, I did most of my “shopping” then, since many of the
special Shelby parts are not available today, or if you find them they are very expensive.
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In 2004, I took the car to a restorer friend, Armond D’Agastini, in UT. Since this type of
restoration was a side-job for him at the time, it took three years for him to repair and paint the
Shelby. Armond painted the Shelby with single stage Sikkens candyapple red. I got the
Shelby back in 2007 and slowly started to put the car back together. I decided to assemble
the car as close to concours as possible; within monetary reason.
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There is an axiom when completing a concours car; take your time to do it right. I can state
that to be true. Also, you learn to ‘redo’ things to get it right. For example, I repainted many
parts to get the right “gloss”. I also spent a lot time researching other cars and parts to make
sure that I got it right the first time.
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Most of the ‘sub-assemblies’, were restored or refurbished years ago, so it was satisfying to
finally install these pieces on the car. The rear seats are original and in very good condition,
so they were left intact. One of the fun things I did was have Jesse Orasco install the
headliner. He installed the original headliner in the Shelby at the Milpitas Ford Assembly Plant
in 1966 while working there on the Mustang line. I can thank Tom Hasenberg for getting the
engine and transmission installed. He also helped to get it fired up and running smoothly.
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In summary, restoring the Shelby has been both fun and frustrating. Because the Shelby was
apart for so long, I ended up buying multiples of items because I either could not find it or
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forgot I had bought it. The most difficult task in assembling the Shelby was installing the rear
quarter windows. I walked away from the car many times while doing this installation. And
finally, don’t get rid of anything until the car is done!!
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Now I am ready to enjoy the car and show it. My long range plan is to show it (while it is still
fresh and clean) and then drive it for pleasure. I will someday replace the four-speed with a
five speed I already have in storage.
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-Neal
Neal’s Shelby in 2014
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Mustangs and Music and Picnic
In the Vineyard
Savannah Chanelle
Has music in the vineyard
on Saturdays.
I am trying arrange to have VMOA
display our Mustangs up by
The Chateau while we Picnic Sip our wine and Listen to
Sherri Austin
On Saturday Sept, 6 from 6:00 to 8:00pm
We should be up there around 5:00 pm to line up our Mustangs in
the upper parking lot overlooking the
vineyards.
We can sit out on the lawn (they have chairs for the lawn) or
on the patio at the tables and chairs under the umbrellas. Eat
our picnics and sip our wine and listen to the music
We can bring our food and any non-alcoholic beverage that
we want. All wine must purchased there either by the glass
or bottle.
The normal cover charge is $10.00 per person. I am trying to
get that waived.
I am interested in finding out how many people would be
interested in doing this event. We can either meet there or
convoy as group to Savannah Chanelle.
Let me know ASAP as time is getting short.
Chuck Thuener cthuener@aol.com
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NORCAL SHELBY PICNIC 2014
Photos: Rick Rose
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VMOA ROAD TRIP TO MOSS LANDING
Photos: Rick Rose
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Aug. – Dec. EVENTS 2014
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AUGUST
1-3 – *Mini Nats, Sonoma Raceway
9 - *Wild Bills Enchilada Run, Prunedale
15 - *Pacific Grove
17 - *Indian Independence Parade, convertibles wanted
28 - *Vancouver British Columbia is hosting the International Meet
August
28-Sept 1st at an Indian Casino.
For more information go to: GVMA.ORG
30 - Santos Family Car Show, Alviso / Meet at Infiniti Solutions, 3910 N 1st, San Jose
Corner of Rose Orchard, will depart at 7 AM
SEPTEMBER
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- Donut Deal, John D. Morgan Park Campbell, Rincon Av entrance.
- Cruise for a Cause, La Villa Deli downtown Willow Glen
- Hot Cars & Guitars, Bolado Park, Hollister
- Poker Run
- Bud Classic Car Show
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OCTOBER
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4 - VMOA Pic Nic Fun Day @ Mission Farms
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DECEMBER
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5 – Christmas Party
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*MISCELLANEUS EVENTS:
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Ronnies Morning Get Together, 2nd Saturday of the month year round Starbucks Parking Lot 1815
Hillsdale Av, San Jose, 7:30 AM – 10 AM, donuts provided
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Canepa, Scotts Valley, Coffee & Cars every other Saturday 8 AM – noon
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Coffee & Cars Santa Cruz, every Saturday morning 7:30 AM – 9 AM, Starbucks at the corner of 41st
and Soquel
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* = NO PLAN TO ATTEND EVENT AS A CLUB
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General Membership Meeting Minutes
Date: July 11, 2014
Location: Sunnyvale Ford
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Meeting called to order by President Steve Chapman at 7:40 PM
Members Present: 39
Present Officers: Steve Chapman President, Vice President Tom Hasenberg,
Treasurer Dee Brown and Secretary Pauline Maciel
1. Guests Present – Ron Dunn - 1969 Mach 1, Brian – 1969 coupe, his first
Mustang, David – 2008 Shelby GT
2. No Car of the Month, instead our Car Show info in Newsletter
3. Car Show – Neal Thanked everyone for helping make the show a success. There
was a lot of visibility on the Nor Cal SAAC web site. They are looking for people
to chair next years show. De Anza will charge $2,200.00 next year if we use
them. There may be a West coast MCA show next year. They are thinking of
having a new class, “Original Owner” to be decided for future show. There will
be a follow up meeting on the car show at Mike Howard Garage Doors at 7:30
PM. Thank You to Tom and Neal for all of their hard work and dedication to our
VMOA car show!
4. Events – Chuck Brown – reviewed past and upcoming events. American Legion
Car Show Santa Clara, 4th of July Parade Redwood City. July 12th = Reid
Hillview-Hot San Jose Nights, Rims & Ribz, Club Movie Night, 13th = Nor Cal Pic
Nic, 19th Drive to Phil’s in Moss Landing, 20th Saratoga Show. Neal spoke about
Ponies & Snakes, Pauline advised of the car show that included dinner on the
10th at Silver Creek Sports Complex.
5. Neal and Tom gave a presentation to those volunteers who stood out in assisting
with our car show – VMOA Appreciates you: Kathy Ricardi, Joe & Tina Goulart,
Rod & Carol Davison, John & Sally O’Toole, Russ & Dee Brown, Al Thomas,
Steve & Jennifer Chapman.
6. Steve advised of details for Club Movie night at Mike Howard Garage Doors, time
7:30 PM, bring a chair, there will be a popcorn machine, feel free to bring snack
food to share if you desire.
7. Tech Museum in Portola Valley is going on Auction this weekend.
8. Looking for Volunteers for the Car of the Month.
9. Buy, Sell, Swap = Tom needs a 1969 or 1970 windshield washer bottle. Neal has
a 20 gallon vertical tank on wheels air compressor $125.00
10.Silent Auction – This month’s 4 items brought in $70.00 to the club treasury.
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Meeting adjourned
Respectfully submitted, Pauline Maciel, Secretary
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ADDITIONAL CONTACTS
Events Coordinator:
Chuck Brown Events@vintagemustang.org
Photography:
MCA Representative:
Phil Deardorf MCA@vintagemustang.org
Steve Gilbert Editor@vintagemustang.org
John Cortez
CarShow:
Tom Hasenberg CarShow@vintagemustang.org
Greeter: Sally O’Toole
Neal Hasheider Carshow@vintagemustang.org
Raffle: Louise Gibino & Mike Riccardi
Merchandise: Jenny Jump
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Vintage Mustang Owners’ Association
New Membership / Renewal / Personal Information Update
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Name:_________________________________________
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Are you interested in participating in parades and car displays? YES NO
Do you have a valid driver’s license? YES NO
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Renewal dues are $35
New memberships are prorated as follows: Joining Oct.-May: $50 (If joining Oct./Nov./Dec., term is
through December of the following year) Joining June-Sept.: $27.50 (Membership until end of current year.)
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Bring this form to our meeting or mail to:
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Attn: Membership
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Calendar!
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August
1-3 - Muni Nates, Sonoma
Raceway
9 - Wild Bill’s Enchilada Run,
Prunedale
15 - Pacific Grove
30 - Santos Family Car Show,
Alviso
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September
7 - Donut Deal, John D.
Morgan Park, Campbell
7 - Cruise for a Cause, La Villa
Deli, downtown Willow Glen
VMOA CLUB MEETINGS:
Every First Friday of the Month
7:30
13 - Hot Cars & Guitars, Bolado
Park, Hollister
20 - Poker Run
27 - Bud Classic Car Show
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Sunnyvale Ford
650 E. El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA
Indicates VMOA
Sponsored/Attended
event
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future editions of the Pony Express,
please refer to our advertiser’s price
guide in this issue.
Thank you,
Steve Gilbert
Editor
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VMOA & MCA
The Vintage Mustang Owners Association of San Jose is a
chartered regional club of the Mustang Club of America. Being
an MCA charter Club, provides VMOA and it's members, with
significant benefits.
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Our MCA charter allows VMOA to purchase an affordable $1,000,000.00 general
liability insurance policy for our club events. VMOA is also able to obtain an
additional policy to cover our important annual Car Show. (a couple of years ago,
this was very important).
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MCA sanctions various National Shows. In 2013, there are five shows scheduled.
The closest show for us will be: June 7-9 in Reno, Nevada. If you have not
participated in or attended, an MCA National Show, we encourage you to attend this
one.
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As an individual member of MCA, you will receive extra value as a Mustang owner/
enthusiast.Twelve monthly issues of the excellent magazine MUSTANG TIMES
including:
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*National Mustang hobby information
*What various Mustang MCA Clubs activities are scheduled
*Individual owners stories about their cars
*Listing of Shows and events, all over the USA
*Vehicles for sale, parts for sale, plus parts and vehicles wanted
*Numerous adds and new product information
MCA membership also allows you to purchase your vehicle insurance from Heacock
Insurance. Last year I saved $40.00 / car for my vehicles by switching to Heacock.
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Please see me at the monthly meetings or club events, or call me at 408-356-7421
for any questions regarding Mustang Club of America.
Submitted by Phil Deardorf
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Coming Next Month. . .
Santos Car Show Highlights
VMOA
P.O. Box 5772
San Jose, CA 95150
www.vintagemustang.org