Our May 11 Meeting is at Bully`s Smokehouse 1280 Coum

THE MG CLUB OF ST. LOUIS NEWSLETTER
www.stlouismgclub.com
VOLUME 28, ISSUE 1
MAY 11, 2015
Our May 11 Meeting is at Bully’s Smokehouse 1280 Coumbia Center Columbia, IL 62236
Inside this issue:
April Meeting Minutes
2
Chairman’s Message
3
Editors Column
3
January Technical Session
4
January Technical Session
5
MG Club Calendar
6
Contacts
7
Back Page
8
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April Meeting Minutes
By Richard L. Wesenberg
APRIL MEETING MINUTES
New Business / Events –
Apr 18th – The Endurance Rally start meeting will be at
6:30 pm at the Bread Company at Westport PlaThe MG Club of St. Louis
za.
APRIL 13, 2015
Apr 19th – Boeing Auto Club Auto cross @ the Family
J.J’S
Arena in St. Charles – a $35 entry fee.
St. Charles, MO
Apr 22nd – RUBCO at 9:30 am an Sunrise Diner on Lindbergh.
Apr 27th – Tech Session at Adam Key’s shop on Lindbergh.
Members attending: (Those in bold drove an MG to May 2-3 - Fling in the spring – Meet at 8:00 am at
McDonalds in Columbia, Illinois for drive to City of
the meeting.)
Giants State Park. 3 cabins are still available.
Pete Westby, Bob Horzmann, Ranney Dohogne, RichContact Charlie Key for reserving a cabin.
ard Wesenberg, Todd Brown, Kathy Howard, Paul
Route 66 2015 Great Race – Leaves
Howard, Andy Ackerman, Glenn Owens, Marcus Tetz- Jun 20th from Kirkwood Train Station
laff, Joh Mangles, Carol Mangles, Walt Murphy, Rich
Berger, Chris Kresser, Dave Bartlebaunh, Bob Projects –
Bentzinger Allen Decker, Byron Golfin, Carolyn Golfin, Ranney Dohogne has replaced the urethane bushRobert Guinness, Dominick Boller, Linda Boller, Simon
ings in his Sunbeam Tiger. He’s had problems with
Dix.
front alignment.
Meeting called to order @ 7:08 pm by President, Lee John Mangles is road testing and tweaking his BGT.
Bob Horzmann reported on intake manifolds differFox
ence between Pierce and Cannon units for WeMinutes from Last Meeting – Correction was made by
ber carburetors.
Bob Horzmann. April 18th is the correct date for the
Byron Golfin asked if SU carburetor solid floats are still
Endurance Rally. Correction was approved.
available and do they work?
Treasury Report – Ranney Dohogne reported the following:
For Sale –
General Account: $5,879.90
Simon Dix – is selling his 72 MGB.
Events:
$1,396.22
David Bartlebaunh is selling a 76/77 MGB and other
New Faces –
parts.
Contact him at 618-696-3594 or
Linda and Dominick Boller, 1972 MGGB-GT, Jim Brown
djbarle@gmail.com
MG, and David Bartlebaunh
Old Business/Events
John Mangles has four MGB Sebring glass fiber fenders for sale.
Mar 16th – 15 people attended John Mangles tech
Next Meeting –
session on recovering MGB seats.
May 11 – 7:00 pm – Monday - Come for dinner after 5:30
th
Mar 19 – 37 people attended RUBCO and tour of p.m. BULLY'S SMOKEHOUSE, 1280 Columbia Center, COLUMBIA, IL 62236, 618-281-2880
the Kemp Museum.
AdjournmentMar 21st - Terry Fanning Rally – Bob Horzmann report- A motion was made and seconded at 7:48 pm to
ed 59 miles were traveled – Lotus joined the tour. adjourn.
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C h a i r m a n ’ s M e s s ag e
by Lee Fox
I know it has been quite a while since we’ve had a newsletter out and for that I sincerely apologize. I want to thank Carolyn Westbay
for her valiant effort to publish the newsletter and to Andy Ackerman who has volunteered to take it on. Having done it in the past I
know and appreciate how much effort is involved. Thanks!
So, let’s do a little catch-up:
The annual Holiday Party was a big success again this year. We had 69 in attendance at SqWire’s for a fabulous meal and lively conversation. If you didn’t attend this year, you missed a great time. Thanks to all who worked so hard to make it happen. One of the
party traditions, however, may need some thought before 2016. The “Rob Your Neighbor” gift exchange has gotten a little long in
the tooth and the gifts have deteriorated a bit from years past. This year more than half of the gifts were alcohol and, with a $10 limit, the quality wasn’t much. If fact, someone received a bottle of Bailey’s that was so old it was curdled and another got a bottle of
wine that had been previously opened! WTF? Put your thinking caps on come up with suggestions for improvement.
The MG Club events calendar filled up fast with a wide variety of activities to get you, your car, and your family involved. Tech sessions were held monthly, on the third Monday, through April with sessions on convertible top replacement, emergency tool kits, interior upholstery and welding. Several drives were held, including the Polar Bear Run in February and the Fanning Rally in March.
The annual Pinewood Derby in March was an exciting and competitive event, as was the Missouri Endurance Rally in April. See elsewhere in the newsletter for photos and details. Our competition with the St. Louis Triumph Owners Association for the most cars at
the Easter Concours de Elegance had to be postponed a year while repaving is underway at the upper Muny parking lot, so we’ll
hang on to the trophy for another year, at least.
The Fling in the Spring returned on May 2 and 3 with a trip to Giant City State and the RUBCO (retired/unemployed British car owners) breakfasts have been very popular, especially the private tour of the Kemp Auto Museum. Planning is beginning for the All British
Car Show in September. If you want to help, please attend an upcoming organizing meeting. Watch your email for the date.
I hope to see you at the monthly club meetings. They are held every second Monday and we’ve been moving them around the area,
so that everyone can have one close to home eventually. Check the events calendar on the club website, http://stlouismgclub.com
for the latest information on upcoming meetings and events.
Safety Fast!
Lee
Downshifting with the Editor
Downshifting with the Editor
Have you been driving or even had your MG parked and approached by someone who always says “My _______ (fill in the blank) mother, father, uncle,
aunt,grandfather, name the relative used to have a MG and just loved the car?
This happens to me all the time! Even though I own a British car, I can’t help
but always look and admire someone else’s car when I see them on the road.
It seems to me that seeing any British car (but especially an MG) evokes some
pleasant teenage or childhood memory that a lot of us have experienced and
want to experience again.
As editor I encourage everyone to find their inner MG and let me know what
type of material you wish to see in a newsletter. It is really all about you and
your cars. Share a technical article, motoring event, pictures, and feelings. It is
my hope to get more people involved and build lasting memories for my generation and generations to follow.
Drive and then drive some more. Safety Fast!
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Technical Session Monday Jan. 19, 2015
Ar ticle and photo by Andrew Ac ker man
John Mangles, the "MG Doc" and owner of All British Car Repair held the first Technical Session
of the year on the topic of "What to carry in your car in case of emergencies".
John's philosophy is simple, you may not have cell service in all areas so just a cell phone and
credit card (or even a AAA card) may not get you out of trouble. Basic tools that serve dual purposes are key. Try to keep it simple with limited space in the trunk.
The only major part that John's keeps as a spare is a fuel pump. If you need anything else major,
you may have to bite the bullet and just call a tow truck. Essentials are duct tape, hose clamps, fuel
line, accelerator cables (bicycle brake cables are a cheap substitute), razor blades, zip ties, baling
wire, gasket cement, and J-B weld. Tools would include vice grips, Channelock pliers, needle nose
pliers with wire stripper, crimper and cutter. Basic tools are screwdrivers with replaceable bits, crescent wrenches, cold chisel, 3/8" ratchet wrench and extensions and spark plug socket, ball peen hammer, 1/2" ratchet and extension, and various combination wrenches.
Of course every car should have gloves, flashlight, extra batteries, and a rain parka that can utilized
as something to lie down on.
Everyone was encouraged to bring and display their own car emergency kits and discussion followed with some excellent suggestions from the group. Like many sessions, seasoned drivers gave
input into their own breakdowns and how they were successfully concluded. Importantly, one
member said to bring a folding chair, a bottle of wine, and a book so that your significant other will
have something to do while you fix the car!!
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J o h n M a n g l e s “ w h at to C a r ry ” To o l L i s t
Items the “MG Doc”( John Mangles) carries in his car.
Craftsman Tool Bag
Main Tool Roll
Asst. terminals
fuel line
Channelock Pliers
Hose clamps
razor knife
needle nose pliers/wire strippers, crimper, cutter
Gasket cement
gloves
screwdriver with replaceable bits
Hand cleaner
flashlight & batteries
Crescent wrenches -4” & 6”
J-B Weld
zip ties
cold chisel
Vise grips
accelerator cables
Leatherman knife
Duct tape
3/8” ratchet wrench & extensions & spark plug
Band aids
socket
Carmex
½ “ ratchet and extension
Oil line and fittings
Combination wrenches - 11/32”,3/8
7/16,1/2” - 9/16,5/8” -3/4”, 7/8
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THE ST. LOUIS METRO GAZETTE
THE MG Club of St. Louis Calendar
Mon. May 11
2015
St. Louis MG Club
Monthly Meeting
Bully’s Smoke House 1280 Columbia Center Columbia IL 62236
Sat. May 16
2015
Cars and Coffee
WestPort Plaza 8:00—10:00 am
Wed,. May 20, British Invasion
2015
Ice Cream
7:00 pm—8:00 pm Location to be determined.
Sun. May 31
2015
10:00am—5:00 pm Chesterfield Valley
across from Target
Wine Tour
Tour and tasting. Details to follow.
Mon. June 8
2015
St. Louis MG Club
Monthly Meeting
Location To be determined
Sat June 20,
2015
Antique Tour
We have 21 various antique shops to visit
in and around Franklin County. We will
meet for lunch and perhaps dinner. Finer
details to follow.
Sat. June 20,
2015
Cars and Coffee
Westport Plaza 8:00—10:00 am
For updated and the latest details, visit the STLMG Club Website at: www.stlouismgclub.com
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THE ST. LOUIS METRO GAZETTE
Club Officers & Support Roles
Name
Address
Phone
E-Mail
Lee Fox
Chairman
12855 Big Bend
(314) 821 1295
chairman@stlouismgclub.com
Ranney Dohogne
Treasurer
12970 Ambois
314 878 7766
treasurer@stlouismgclub.com
Richard Wesenberg
Secretary
8354 Braddock Drive
Kirkwood , Mo 63122
Creve Coeur ,, Mo 63141
( 314) 993-6907 secretary@stlouismgclub.com
St. Louis, Mo. 63132
Charlie Key
Events Chairperson
Andrew R. Ackerman
Membership Coordinator
36 Arundel Place
Andrew R. Ackerman
Newsletter Editor
36 Arundel Place
314-428 9335
events@stlouismgclub.com
(314) 406-4171
membership@stlouismgclub.com
(314)406 4171
editor@stlouismgclub.com
Clayton, Mo. 63105
Clayton, Missouri 63105
Registrars
Name
Phone
E-Mail
Pre-war
Bob Horzmann
(636) 227-3449
Pre-war@stlouismgclub.com
T-Series
Charlie Key
(314) 428-9335
TSeries@stlouismgclub.com
MGA/Magnette
Glen Owens
(314) 352-3847
mga-magnette@stlouismgclub.com
MGB/MGC
Robert Rushing
(314) 614-4671
mgb-mgc@stlouismgclub.com
Spridget
Bruce Hamper
(314) 822-4831
spridget@stlouismgclub.com
Cars In Boxes
Walt Murphey
(314) 645-1665
carsinboxes@stlouismgclub.com
Other Marques
Byron Golfin
(314) 469-7146
othermarques@stlouismgclub.com
FOR A FULL LISTING OF UPCOMING EVENTS, CLASSIFIED ADDS, AND MUCH
MORE GO BROWSE OUR EXCELENT WEB SITE AT:
http://www.stlouismgclub.com/
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not necessarily those of the Club, Club Officers, or the staff of the newsletter. Technical information is believed accurate, however, any repairs or mechanical advise is
attempted at the readers own risk. The Club, Officers, or newsletter staff will not be responsible for any misinterpreted or incorrect technical information. If in doubt,
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On the Lighter Side….
The June General Meeting of the St. Louis MG Club will take place on June 15
"The St. Louis Metro Gazette (SLMG)" is a publication of the MG Club of St. Louis and remains the property of the club. It is published monthly and is provided free to members in good standing and to
officers of other British car clubs upon request. "SLMG" solicits articles from members and other sources. Opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the Club, Club Officers, or the staff of the
newsletter. Technical information is believed accurate, however, any repairs or mechanical advise is attempted at the readers own risk. The Club, Officers, or newsletter staff will not be responsible for
any misinterpreted or incorrect technical information. If in doubt, consult with a certified technician. Articles may be reprinted by other car clubs provided that credit is given to author and “SLMG”