Official Newsletter of the Pirie & Districts

Automotive Restorer’s Club Inc.

February 2020

Issue No 394

Disclaimer: The Pirie & Districts Automotive Restores Club Inc. can not Guarantee the correctness of general or tech-

nical information published in ‘Crank Talk’ & accepts no responsibility for the consequences arising from the use of

such information, which is given only as a guideline.

SUPPER-ROSTER—5th FEBRUARY 2020.

Lynn Dawes

Marlene McKay

Jenny Couzner

Andrew & Amanda Todd’s 1914 New Way 6 HP Model H Type C

Standard Engine

.

This engine is rated at 6 horsepower. Classified as a Model H, Type C. Man-

ufactured in Lansing, Michigan in 1914.

This is the largest size of single cylinder engine manufactured by The New Way

Motor Company. It is advertised as their Industrial Type Engine.

This particular engine spent all its working life mounted on a concrete slab in a

small shed driving a saw bench for cutting firewood in the Hahndorf area.

It was restored by its previous owner, I have only tidied it up and made a few

adjustments.

This Model of New Way is considered rare, even in the United States.

Our first showing of the New Way stationary engine was at the Smelter's

Picnic last year. We also displayed & ran this engine at the Melrose &

Jamestown Shows.

Andrew & Amanda Todd.

Hello members and welcome to a new club year. . Firstly I hope everyone had a very enjoyable Christmas

and safe and exciting new years . There’s a few points we ALL need to think about, firstly the club needs a

Secretary, we cannot operate with out this position filled ,its not hard ,also we need members to

help with the magazine from articles to helping print and compile, it is very unfair to expect Colin and a

small number to do all the work, if this is not rectified we may look at not having the Crank talk every

month; and if that happens we will not be accepting any whinging about it, so please help. The new idea

of meeting at the club every 2nd Saturday or Sunday for a club event. Again all members are asked to

come up with Ideas. In the new year we will be looking to update the club constitution, and there is a

large majority in favour of having a by –law that requires a number of events be attended by ALL members

to be eligible for club registration, “no go no cheap rego”. So that’s my gripes out of the way. On an

unhappy note is we wish Mick Cliff and Laurie Joyce a speedy recovery to good health as both have

recently spent some time in hospital, until next time safe motoring Paul Collins

President

PIRIE AND DISTRICTS AUTOMOTIVE RESTORES CLUB Inc.

Administration Committee Other Appointed Non Committee

President Paul Collins Bar-Person Jim Scrivens

0437016700 0438780297

Vice President Peter Cox Clubroom Custodian Deb Greenfield

86362553 0498049179

Secretary Catering Supervisor Jo O’Connell

Minute Secretary Glenys Collins 0427179455

86365062 Webmaster/F/Book Lynn Dawes

Treasurer Colin Lang 86334560

0400299005 MAINTENANCE COMMITTEE

Historic Rego Officer Peter Cox Garry Harris Garry Collins

86362553 David Haldane Peter Crossman

Asst Rego Officer Wayne Ellard Colin Lang

8633456

Committee Persons

Christine Baker: 0428639259, Garry Collins: 86365062, Garry: Harris, 86622382,

David Haldane: 0419866881

PIRIE AUTOPRO MORE ITEMS

STOCKED.

CHANGES

MADE BUT

THE SAME

GREAT

SERVICE.

Esmond Rd

PORT PIRIE

PHONE

08 86332633

Supporting PADARC

Members with club dis-

counts

since 1995

Port Pirie’s only privately owned parts store

PIRIE AUTOPRO MORE

ITEMS

STOCKED.

CHANGES

MADE BUT

THE SAME

GREAT

SERVICE.

Esmond Rd

PORT PIRIE

PHONE

08 86332633

Supporting PADARC

Members with club dis-

counts

since 1995

Port Pirie’s only privately owned parts store

Oil Can Harry

Sarah was in the fertilized egg business. She had several hundred young pullets and ten roosters to

fertilize the eggs.

She kept records and any rooster not performing went into the soup pot and was replaced.

This took a lot of time, so she bought some tiny bells and attached them to her roosters. Each bell had a

different tone, so she could tell from a distance which rooster was performing. Now, she could sit on the

porch and fill out an efficiency report by just listening to the bells.

Sarah's favourite rooster, old Butch, was a very fine specimen but, this morning she noticed old Butch's

bell hadn't rung at all! When she went to investigate, she saw the other roosters were busy chasing pul-

lets, bells-a-ringing, but the pullets hearing the roosters coming, would run for cover.

To Sarah's amazement, old Butch had his bell in his beak, so it couldn't ring. He'd sneak up on a pullet,

do his job, and walk on to the next one.

Sarah was so proud of old Butch, she entered him in a Show and he became an overnight sensation

among the judges.

The result was the judges not only awarded old Butch the "No Bell Peace Prize" they also awarded him

the "Pullet surprise" as well.

Clearly old Butch was a politician in the making. Who else but a politician could figure out

how to win two of the most coveted awards on our planet by being the best at sneaking up

on the unsuspecting populace, and having their way with them when they weren't paying

attention?

Vote carefully in the next election. You can't always hear the bell.

Thank you to oil can Harry.

Colin and Rosemary Whittington who own a 1974 HX Holden and a 1976 VW Kombi.

Rhys and Lessie Gillett proud owners of two 1980 Chev. Corvettes two doors and a 1984 Camaro,

and they have four Children.

Ian Murdock has a 1988 Fuso Motor Bus. (Any one looking for a holiday).

Jack Sexton has a 1967 VC Valiant and 1979 VB Holden Sedan.

Welcome to PADARC.

Pt Pirie Christmas Pageant

Credit must be given to our city's pageant organisers for the spectacle presented on

December 7th. The large crowd that lined the parades route would have been delighted

with the procession of floats, vehicles & an abundance of children participating. I have

driven in & been a participant in many pageants since PADARC’s involvement and can’t

remember a crowd anywhere near that of the assembled spectators. Just after the

commencement of the pageant Wayne Ellard experienced a problem with his Land Rover,

which resulted in him withdrawing from the precession. Barry Treloar again did us proud

with his float depicting an elephant being ridden by Father Christmas, and towed by his

Toyota Land cruiser.

The twilight pageant is certainly a winner. The pleasant balmy evening that followed the

event enticed a huge audience to stay & enjoy the entertainment & sample the large varie-

ty of food & goodies at the fair in Memorial Park.

After the pageant Wayne discovered the Rovers problem was simply a blocked fuel filter.

Those who attended were Barry Treloar Float & Toyota Land cruiser Touring, Steve Hyde

driving one of Barry’s Mercedes, Jamie Ireland VH Holden , Lynn Daws Harry Potter

Muggle Van, Wayne Ellard Land Rover & scale Model Land Rover in the back, Kym & Deb

Greenfield Ford Model A Roadster, Lin Joyce towing Mr Squiggle Float with his SUV. Norma

& Pat Greenfield driving Kym’s Ford Cortina. Pat Greenfield Capt. of day

Barry Treloar keeping up his tradition with his

Christmas float & being towed with his Toyota

Kym & Deb Greenfield in their 1929 Ford Model A

PADARC PEOPLE : CHRISTMAS PARTY. PADARC MEMBERS enjoying a coffee at

one of the coffee shops in Jamestown.

The run was organized by Christine

Baker, all who attended had a great day.

We left the clubrooms at 9.00am

travelled to Jamestown then returned to

the clubrooms at 12.30pm to the

PADARC Christmas Party which was

catered by Jo Oconnell.

Left: Members at the coffee shop Jame-

stown.

Below Photos of the Christmas party.

PADARC members:

Bev & Garry Harris

Peter & Suzanne

Crossman.

David McPherson and

Mick Cliff.

Enjoying the Christmas

party

Judy O’Shaughnessy

and Barry Treloar.

Glenys Collins.

Kevin Green.

Kristine Jansen and

Merv Martin.

The Christmas party

was a great day and a

big thank you all who

helped on the day.

PADRC Members who attended the Christmas run to Jamestown. Photo at the Belalie creek.

Barry Treloar Christine Baker and President Paul Collins.

Christine was the Club Captain for the Xmas run to Jamestown

Suzanne and Peter Crossman travelled to Jamestown in

their 1949 Vanguard.

PADARC cars parked by the Belalie Creek at Jamestown.

Christine Baker and Janette Knibbs feeding the ducks at the Belalie

Creek

PADARC Run to JAMESTOWN

PADARC RUN TO JAMESTOWN

It was a last minute dash to decide where to go. Jamestown, but we need to get more organised to be

able to see more of what is available in the town we visit. Although time today, was of the essence, as we

had to travel back in time for lunch by 12.30pm, not meander at leisure to enjoy Jamestown.

We all woke to a gorgeous, sunny day ready to travel to Jamestown; the drive is normally lovely and

green in the winter, today is a mighty hot 35⁰. We made a pit stop at the Belalie Creek; which was very

picturesque and had ducks on the water and came up to us, very friendly, to see if we had anything to

share. We managed to get a group photo, too. Thank you for those who rallied for it. The ladies may

have enjoyed Sharlene’s quilting and sewing machine place. There was the Railway Station Museum,

Bundaleer Channel, Jamestown Hotel if we had more time available. On previous occasions we visited a

member’s shed. A new cafe opened, called the Ek-Wi-Tee Café, they were very obliging and hospitable,

although not enough room for 25 guests, plus guests already enjoying their hospitality. The coffee was

great. We were split up and some members went to the Tucker-on-AyrCafé, which I am told the coffee

was great there as well. There wasn’t any mention of yummy cakes, I am sure they were a couple snuck in

before lunch! Soon we were on the road again, back for a beautiful lunch back at our Clubhouse pre-

pared by Jo O’Connell and her happy band of workers in the kitchen.

Jo wishes to pass on a big Thank You, to member’s who dropped off their salad/sweet before the run;

and for member’s who came to the Club on Friday/Saturday morning to help get the tables and hall deco-

rated with the Christmas theme. Men were on duty after lunch to work in the kitchen, cleaning and

washing up. Much appreciated for any one else who helped with the luncheon and day activities. Thank

you.

Thank you must also go to Jo and John for organising a couple of guesses, “how many sweets in the jar”

competitions. Thank you, to those who came along with me to Jamestown, it was a good morning out and

most enjoyable to have your company.

Member’s who attended were:

Suzanne and Peter Crossman 1949 Vanguard

Anthony North 1966 Chevy Impala

Michael Cliff with Greg Loizeau and David McPherson 1971 XY Fairmont

Bev and Garry Harris 1974 Jaguar

Peter Cox Jaguar

Sarena and Clive Palmer 1977 Holden Kingswood HX

Barry Treloar and Judy O’Shaughnessy 1977 Mercedes 280 SE

Janette and Ross Knibbs with Leon Darley 1985 Mercedes 280SE

Colin Lang and passenger Christine Baker Modern BMW Z3

Glenys and Garry Collins Passengers Trudy and Trevor 4WD Holden Colorado

Don and Judy Nayda with Paul Collins Modern Mitsubishi Outlander

Christine Baker

Club Captain

All Radiator Sales, Repairs & Servicing

Automotive Air Conditioning

Exhaust & Tyres

Log Book Servicing & Mechanical Repairs

Manufacturing Hydraulic Brake Hoses

Specialising In

A snap of young Duane Burge taken a few years back enjoying

relaxing in the sunshine & impressed with the size of his catch.

JOHN DEERE 1940

MODEL 101

Unconventional tractors were common in John Deere's engineering

offices. One of the company's more creative engineers, Theo Brown,

recognized that the general-purpose tractors intended for cultivating

single rows had a common fault. The power plant of the tractors was

between the operator and the row to be cultivated. In 1941, he

introduced a new concept at John Deere - the Full Vision tractor. The

rarest tractor in the collection, though, is the John Deere N101. Five

were built in the early 1940s. They were loaned out to farmers who

tested the tractors for a month and suggested improvements. When

a driver said the regular seat did not give enough back support, for

example, a 3-inch strip was welded around the back. Originally the

tractor was maneuvered with a steering wheel, but because it

obstructed the view, it was replaced with handles.

EX, for experimental, is stamped onto the pump, transmission, and

rear end. Other parts came from the Model L. This tractor in its

restored state has most of its original parts except for the

experimental hydraulic pump. It leaked badly and parts for it were

impossible to find, so it was removed. The rear end and transmission

work fine, said, Ron Koogler an American tractor enthusiast who has

a large collection of John Deere's.

CLUB ITEMS FOR SALE

Car Badge Metal $17.00

Car badge Sticker $ 2.00

Heritage Sticker $ 2.00

Vehicle Enthusiast Sticker $ 2.00

Lapel Badge Metal $ 7.00

Cloth Badge $ 4.50

Magazines Posted Annually $11.00

PADARC will stage their 18th Biennial Rally over the long week end

June 5th-8th 2020.

Friday 5th June late afternoon, there will be early bird registration at the Clubrooms for

members & early visitors who wish to register, and light refreshments.

Saturday 6th am Registration & parking vehicles, swap , Bar B Q & food sales, comple-

mentary Tea, coffee etc. for all rally entrants. After lunch the official opening of the event

& the Rally Director invites all entrants to join for a tour north of our city. Saturday even-

ing Getting to Know You Dinner at the Port Football Clubroom,

Sunday 7th. The rally’s main tour. We will be touring south of our city, more info on this in

later additions of Crank Talk. On returning to base after the Sunday run we will be enjoying

our Presentation Dinner Dance at Port Pirie’s newest entertaining & dining venue The Me-

morial Oval Sports Precinct.

Monday 8th. The Rally Farewell Breakfast will be at our Clubrooms & our ladies & gents on

our catering committee will satisfy every ones needs.

Our rally badge pictured at left maintains the same format as our inaugural badge 1986

which was designed by Nev Kroemer.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE

Make a note of this special event & your attendance is

paramount. Note the dates.

With January & PADARC in recess, that only leaves six

months to our major event

To our members mentioned above we trust your special occasion is really significant & you

all enjoy a very happy day.

DECEMBER & JANUARY

Sorry to hear that Cheryl Haldane has been on the sick list .,but now is on the mend and soon will be up

and about.

Mick Cliff spent a few days in the Port Pirie Hospital,

Laurie Joyce is also in the Port Pirie hospital, and will be taken to Adelaide soon.

We all hope that both have a speedy recovery.

At this moment I do not know of any other member on the sick list, so please all stay well.

Happy Birthday wishes are extended to our following members who celebrate a special

birthday in February.

Lauren McPherson, Chad Fisher, Jason Dangerfield, Trevor Wehrmann.

PADARC Juniors celebrating are Belinda Harvey & Ashley Maywald.

To all our members mentioned above we trust your special occasion is really significant &

you all enjoy a very happy day.

BITS AND PIECES

Internet Sites of Interest

Austin 7 CLub of SA www.austin7 clubs.com.au

Bordertown Vehicles Restorers Club www.bvrc.com.au

Chrysler Restorers Club www.chrysler-restorers-sa.org.au

Gawler Car Club www.gawlercarclub.onoz.net

Hillman Car Club of SA www.sa.hillman.org.au

Maitland Auto Preservation Society www.maps-yp.org

Military Vehicle Collectors Society of SA www.military-vehicle-museum.org.au

INVITATIONAL EVENTS

FEBRUARY 2020

Sunday 2nd Victor Harbor Show and Shine

Sunday 9th All British Day Benefit.

Sunday 9th National Motor Museum at Birdwood

Cudlee Creek Bush Fire Entry: Generous Donation

Sunday 16th All American Day

MARCH 2020

Sat/Sun 7th & 8th 35th Annual Power of the Past

Australian Made and Proud of it

Phone 08 8662 4071

Fax 08 8662 4276

PO Box 214 Georgetown

SA 5472

L.D. Burns & K.R.

Roskell

Club Organised Events

6th General Meeting 7.30pm Clubrooms

13th Rally Meeting 7.00pm Clubrooms

27th Committee Meeting 7.30pm Clubrooms

29th Run to Broughton Plains Museum at Wandearah.

Leave Clubrooms at 9.30am, travel to Wandearah for morning tea

and Museum Tour. Entry : Gold Coin donation.

For more information phone Paul 0437 016 700.

5th General Meeting 7.30pm Clubrooms

12th Rally Meeting 7.00pm Clubrooms

15th Meet at the Club 10.00am Clubrooms

26th Committee Meeting 7.30pm Clubrooms

FEBRUARY 2020

March 2020

30th Committee Meeting 7.30pm Clubrooms

JANUARY 2020