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IMM #35 6
Member News 11
Sunfest 13
Car Guy Trivia 15
IMM #36 18
Copyright 2003. Freedom to copy is given provided source is credited and copyright notice is shown. Some articles appearing in this news letter are copyrighted by their respective owners.
I n t h i s i s s u e :I n t h i s i s s u e :I n t h i s i s s u e :
www.abmustang.com
Box 36092 Lakeview Postal outlet, AB T3E 7C6
AMAC DOES IT AGAIN! Once again we brought home the club participation award from the IMM
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YOUR 2014 AMAC EXECUTIVEYOUR 2014 AMAC EXECUTIVE
President Scott Thompson (403)510-1869 [email protected]
Past President Bill Mitchell (403)242-0541 [email protected]
Vice President Frank Provost (403)238-4018 [email protected]
Deputy Vice President Troy Mitchell [email protected]
Recording Secretary Nettie Wouterse (403)246-4763 [email protected]
Treasurer Norm Johnson (403)547-2018 [email protected]
Newsletter Editors Gary & Cindy Chomiak (403)278-1800 [email protected]
Membership Kirsten Nielsen [email protected]
Sponsorship/Marketing Ron Gorham [email protected]
Tim O’Donnell [email protected]
Special Events & Activities Jim Bateman (403)255-7292 [email protected]
Ken Werner (403)225-2227 [email protected]
Bruce Mezei (403)271-9307 [email protected]
Web Master Russ Penner (403)295-6281 [email protected]
Wild Wednesday Rep. Ron Gorham [email protected]
Apparel Director Sharon Besler (403)226-4115 [email protected]
International Reps Russ Penner (403)295-6281 [email protected]
Wayne Hume (403)305-8581 [email protected]
Directors at Large Jim Burgess [email protected]
Stephanie Wouterse [email protected]
Ellen Hoard [email protected]
Randy Weaver [email protected]
MEMBER NEWS? Do you have news you would like to share with other AMAC members? We have created
a new section in our newsletter just for this purpose! Please email your “news & photos” to
[email protected], we will be happy to share your story with the club.
WANT TO GET INVOLVED? AMAC will soon be looking for a new
executive for 2015. We are always hoping to recruit some new faces.
Please consider running for any of the above positions.
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President ’s report A.K.A.
Scott T.
Wow! October already! Who can believe it? After a bitter winter and a somewhat slow start to the season, it turned out to be one of the better, and busiest summer's in recent memory. The shows were numerous and well attended. A huge milestone in Mustang culture was reached, and was celebrated numerous times throughout the year. We anticipated a new model to arrive to coincide with the anniversary, and while it is not quite on the ground yet, the pictures and reviews are exceptional. The weather was fantastic with a few minor exceptions, (Wild Wednesday and Thursday cruise nights in particular!) and I would not be surprised if the average temperature was above normal. I cannot recall so many 27,28 degree days, although the elusive 30's were few and far between. The IMM was success-ful, and again AMAC was able to secure the Club Participation trophy. I believe that is 4 years in a row!
Incredible! (Unless you have to store the trophy at your house, right Bill? Oh, and thanks Mark!). So now Radium and High River are done, our last cruise has been cruised, the trees are changing colours, and no matter how tough of a Calgarian you are, you need a jacket in the morning and evening. The Hitmen are on the ice, and the Flames are in training camp, and you wish you had bought the sunny side of MacMahon for your Stampeders tickets! Seems to me like the summer is over. Just enough time to get a few more miles in before the snow flies, and I mean the kind that doesn't melt away in the morning either. Although living in the Great White North offers all kinds of cool snow activities, it is a sad day indeed when we have to hang up the clubs, drain the boat, and park our beloved Steeds. But alas my fellow pony addicts, all is not lost or over. This is the time of year that the other parts of our AMAC get to work. First we start with the meetings, where after a
summer of fun we get down to work setting the framework for next season. (and drink beer). This includes World Of Wheels, one of our most elaborate club activities. In fact you will have noticed it has already started if you have checked your inbox recently. This year promises to be one of the most challenging and rewarding builds yet! We have taken the first place title the last 2 years, and with enough volunteers and teamwork, we are sure to pull it off again! Also, planning for our IMM in 2016, and our Spring Fling will be ongoing, as well as numerous other topics. For our winter meetings, we often try to have a guest speaker in attendance, offering information and/or services on almost any topic automotive! So, even though the car is parked, snow is on the ground, it doesn't mean you have to be! In the meantime, enjoy our typical beautiful fall weather, get those last few drives in, and we'll see you all soon!
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AMAC Brunch Sat. Oct. 11th @ 10:00 am Glenmore Inn Glenmore Tr & Ogden Rd
AMAC Meeting Thurs. Oct. 30th @ 7:00 pm 285 Legion 9202 Horton Road, SW
AMAC Brunch Sat. Nov. 8th @ 10:00 am Glenmore Inn Glenmore Tr & Ogden Rd
AMAC Xmas Mixer Thurs. Nov 27th @ 7:00 pm 285 Legion 9202 Horton Road, SW
AMAC Brunch Sat. Dec. 13th 10:00 am Glenmore Inn Glenmore Tr & Ogden Rd
U P C O M I N G A M AC M E E T I N G S A N D E V E N T SU P C O M I N G A M AC M E E T I N G S A N D E V E N T S
Bay 5, 5019—11th Street SE, Calgary
(403) 243-1582 of toll free 1-888-707-0774
www.themustangshop.ca
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
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Don’t forget about our AMAC
Brunches held the Second
Saturday of each Month at
10:00 am sharp
Glenmore Inn
2720 Glenmore Trail, SE
These are very well attended,
and there are always lots of
car people to chat with.
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Vancouver, BC ** August 29th —September 1st
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FUN & GAMES
AT THE FRIDAY
NIGHT SOCIAL!
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The polishing never ends!
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A few members partook in the Sunday Cruise out to White Rock
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AMAC events for 2014 will be partly in support of the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter. Fund raising for this wonderful agency will now be a part of each of our events. This means when you participate in a club event part of your admission or registration costs will go to the Shelter. One more great reason to participate in AMAC activities.
The Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter is a nonprofit agency that provides emergency shelter for women and children escaping domestic
violence. We also offer support and prevention programs For more information see their website at:
www.calgarywomensshelter.com
AMAC is proud to help raise funds for two great charities:
PROSTATE CANCER CANADA NETWORK CALGARY
Formed in 1995, Prostate Cancer Canada Network Calgary has 3 missions:
To support men and their families on the journey with prostate cancer
To increase public awareness of the disease
To provide a strong provincial voice in matters relating to prostate cancer
For more information go to
www.pccncalgary.org
Contact: Lorrie King
181 Cranberry Sq, SE
Calgary, AB T3M 1J6
Phone (403)726-1323
What is the Silver Wheel Plan™?
Our Silver Wheel Plan™ is specifically designed to fill insurance needs of Antique, Classic and Special Interest automobile owners*.
Special Benefits include:
Plan is available for non-modified vehicles used for hobby and/or collector car activities, and not used for regular transportation, in two Categories: Antique & Classic for automobiles 20 years and older, and Special Interest for automobiles 15 to 19 years old.
No Claims Bonus - 5% per year to a maximum 15%
Automatic coverage up to $25,000.00 on newly acquired and replacement
vehicles (Silver Wheel to be notified within 30 days.)
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After careful planning of the route to Bellevue, WA, I headed off on another cruise to the largest annual (34th) gathering of Mustangs, held each year in July. The trip was uneventful except just before hitting the US Border crossing at Kingsgate, I happened to run over the remnants of a poor skunk. I had no choice. Well, needless to say the light turned green, meaning it was my turn to chat with US Border Services. The Agent was great and I answered all of his questions. He did seem to be in a quandary and in a bit of displeasure. He politely asked if I’d run over a
skunk – more an exclamation: “Can you smell that!” Too bad that I didn’t (at first). A/C helps and of course the hot air from the tires wafted straight up the Agent’s nose. The discussion was cut short…I could hear him say “have a nice day” as I continued on to Bonner’s Ferry. (I somehow felt sorry for the guy.)
The show was well organized with about 500 Mustangs of all vintages and colours. The Judged Show saw about 120 of the finest on display. The pony trail ride on Saturday was well attended with
about 120-130 cars and we ended up at the LeMay – America’s Car Museum in Tacoma, WA. If you get down that way, the museum is great and well worth the admission. There were world class works of automotive art in every corner. The People’s Choice Show on Sunday was well turned out even though it rained until about noon. It always a good thing to carry extra wiping towels! I entered my ride in the 2010-2014 V6 Coupe Class and brought home a 2nd place award. I nicely etched stainless steel frame to enjoy.
Wayne Ingraham, St. Albert
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AMAC took the club
participation award at
the Inglewood Sunfest
this year. It’s great to be
an active club!
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Q: Who opened the first drive-in gas station? A: Gulf opened up the first station in Pittsburgh in 1913. Q: What city was the first to use parking meters? A: Oklahoma City, on July 16, 1935. Q: Where was the first drive-in restaurant? A: Royce Hailey's Pig Stand opened in Dallas in 1921. Q: True or False? The 1953 Corvette came in white, red and black. A: False. The 1953 'Vettes' were available in one color, Polo White. Q: What was Ford's answer to the Chevy Corvette, and other legal street racers of the 60's? A: Carroll Shelby's Mustang GT350. Q: What was the first car fitted with an alternator, rather than a direct current dynamo? A: The 1960 Plymouth Valiant Q: What car first referred to itself as a convertible? A: The 1904 Thomas Flyer, which had a removable hard top. Q. What car was the first to have its radio antenna embedded in the windshield? A: The 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. Q: What car used the first successful series-production hydraulic valve lifters? A: The 1930 Cadillac 452, the first production V16. Q: Where was the world's first three-color traffic lights installed? A: Detroit, Michigan in 1919, 2 years later they experimented with synchronized lights. Q: What type of car had the distinction of being GM's 100 millionth car built in the U.S? A: March 16, 1966 saw an Olds Tornado roll out of Lansing, Michigan with that honor. Q: Where was the first drive-in movie theater opened, and when? A: Camden, NJ in 1933 Q: What autos were the first to use a standardized production key-start system? A: The 1949 Chryslers Q: What did the Olds designation 4-4-2 stand for? A: 4 barrel carburetor, 4 speed transmission, and dual exhaust. Q: What car was the first to place the horn button in the center of the steering wheel? A: The 1915 Scripps-Booth Model C., was also the first with electric door latches. Q: What U.S. production car has the quickest 0-60 mph time? A: The 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS 409. Did it in 4.0 seconds. Q: What's the only car to appear simultaneously on the covers of Time and Newsweek?\ A: The Mustang Q: What was the lowest priced mass produced American car? A: The 1925 Ford Model T Runabout. Cost $260, $5 less than 1924.
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IMM2016IMM2016——CALGARYCALGARY
Did you know that our own AMAC will be hosting the
37th International Mustang Meet in September of 2016?
Planning is already underway for this HUGE event. Our
committee is currently scoping out a venue and we are already
discussing sponsorship. Stay tuned everyone.
This will be a very exciting time for AMAC!
Comments, suggestions? Email us at [email protected]
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AMAC was once again out in force at
the Cochrane Classics Car Club
Show & Shine on September 14th.
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INTERNATIONAL MUSTANG MEET #36INTERNATIONAL MUSTANG MEET #36
MISSOULA MONTANA, SEPTEMBER 3RD TO 7TH, 2015MISSOULA MONTANA, SEPTEMBER 3RD TO 7TH, 2015
Hosted by: Five Valley Ford ClubHosted by: Five Valley Ford Club
Host Hotel: Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown (406) 721-8550
Alternate Hotels: Double Tree (406) 728-3100
Days Inn (406) 543-7221
Book your room ASAP for next year’s international. A bunch of the
Calgary members are planning to stay at the Double Tree if other
AMAC members want to join us. All three hotels are 2-6 blocks from
the show area. You can book both the Holiday Inn & the Double Tree
now by calling the hotels directly.
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Thanks to Albert O. for some
great shots from the
Chestermere Show & Shine
on August 16th.
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PARTS FOR SALE:
1967 Mustang Coupe parts - steering column, original 4-speed transmission, original rear differential, front and rear bumpers from my 67 and also 68 front and rear bumpers. The whole front grill and moulding including the horse/corral. Gas cap, wooden steering wheel, instrument panel and dash panels. Contact Shane at (403) 928-4201. (Sep)
Classified Ads are free to A.M.A.C. club members and $10 for non-members. Ads will run for two
issues of the newsletter only. If you would like to place a new ad, re-new an ad or cancel an ad,
please call Neil Burton @ 247-8531, or better yet, email me at: [email protected]
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