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The Official Monthly Newsletter of the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan
www.mustangclubmidmichigan.com
Established in 1993, the MCMM is a Regional Affiliate of the Mustang
Club of America.
Horsin’ Aroundby Rick
Montagne
Members SpotlightNeighbors with the Need for Speed! Varooooom, Varoooom, Burn ‘em if you’ve got ‘em!
1 Member Spotlight2 MCMM 2016 Board & Appointed positions Membership Meetings3 President’s Cor ner Editor’s HorseSense 4.64-5 Member Spotlight, cont
6 Cruise & Car Show Events in April7 Treasurer & Membership Reports & Dues For m8-9 Club News and Notes10 Stampede Update
11 March Mtg. Minutes12 Amendment Proposal13 2016 Events Schedule 14 Classified Ads15 MCMM Web & Facebook Infor mation, and Mission Statement
MARCH on in for a new Mustang or other Ford product from an MCMM Ford Dealer Sponsor!
What’s Inside for April
MUSTANG CLUB OF MID-MICHIGAN APRIL 2016 (VOLUME 18 - ISSUE 4
Continued on page 4
lthough Bob Dillenbeck and I have been neighbors for many years we never really got to know each other until I bought my Mustang and joined the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan which Bob was already a member of. This is our tale of neighbors with a ongoing quest for a faster Mustang. In Bob’s quest for speed he started with a 2002 Mustang GT Convertible in triple black, purchased new from *McDonald Ford, in Freeland. Not fast enough for him as it came from Ford, Bob checked around and found Paul’s High Performance in Jackson. One of Bob’s friends had his ’99 Mustang GT supercharged by Paul’s, and their reputation for being a consultant for Ford, and Ford dealers lead
him there for his upgrades. Bob’s first modifications - just to name a few - were welded sub-frame rails, a full Bassani exhaust system, a SPEC Stage 1 clutch, and a 2” lowering kit, 70 mm throttle body and Auburn HP limited slip differential with Yukon 3.73 gears, all purchased
and installed by Paul’s, and a Nitto tire & wheel package from American Muscle. Next came a big increase in horsepower via a Vortex Centrifugal supercharger that boosted Rear Wheel Horsepower (RWHP ) to 358. Recently, he added the Vortex
intercooler kit, again at Paul’s, to
complete his upgrades, or so he thought. Due to the horsepower limits of his Stage 1 clutch, Bob had to upgrade to a SPEC Stage 2 clutch, installed by
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* Hagen Ford, McDonald Ford, and American Gasser are all MCMM Sponsors
Bob Dillenbeck’s 2002 Mustang GT, above, looks, perhaps, quite stock from the outside.
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President: Al [email protected]
Vice President: Jeff [email protected]
Secretary: Carol Davis989-964*[email protected]
Treasurer: Angie Caesar’[email protected]
Membership Chair: Ruth [email protected]
Newsletter Editor (& Past President):Tom Welsh II, [email protected]
MCA Regional Director:Quentin [email protected] Great Lakes
Stampede Fall ShowChairpersons:Jan Selesky [email protected]& Lori Amo [email protected]
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Your 2016 Board of Directors & Appointed Positions with their contact information. Most are at monthly meetings where they can also help you.
Monthly MCMM meetings are held at Fritz’s Family Restaurant, 9264 W. Saginaw Road )M-46, in Richville (mailing address is in Vassar for those using a GPS). on the eastern corner of M-46 at M-15. Membership meetings start at 7:00 pm., Jan. to Oct. Board of Director (BOD) meetings start at 6:00 pm (usually April to October, or as called). Members are welcome at BOD meetings and may make comments or ask questions. Members and guests are encouraged to come early and have dinner (at your expense) before or during the meetings. Fritz’s does not require a minimum group purchase for the room, but we encourage you to purchase a snack, meal or beverage to support the restaurant. Members are also encouraged to exchange current issues of auto-related magazines; a 50/50 drawing is usually held at the end of the meeting. Call president, Al Selesky, for more information or if you have questions... 989-465-0224, or email at [email protected]
If you are interested in helping the MCMM board of directors or appointed positions on their committees, let
them know at any Membership Meeting. Or, contact them directly for help with their area of expertise.
MCMM Staff - Contact Info.
Web Site ManagerMark Bilbee, [email protected]
Facebook Page ManagerJudi Beeler (989) [email protected]
Social Activities Chair:Rick Montagne [email protected]
Birthday & Anniversary Support:Gina Dillenbeck [email protected]!
Historian: Larry Blymyer [email protected]
MCMM Sponsorships:Del Zimmerman [email protected]
Property Manager:Dennis Donovan [email protected]
Club Merchandise (& Past President):Dick Lebsack [email protected]
About your MCMM Membership Meetings...
Appointed Positions
Elected Board of Directors
April 18 - Membership Meeting - 7 pmMay 16 - BOD Meeting - 6 pm / Membership Meeting - 7 pmJune 20 - Membership Meeting - 7 pm - to be determined July 18 - BOD Meeting - 6 pm / Membership Meeting - 7 pmAug 15 - BOD Meeting - 6 pm / Membership Meeting - 7 pmSept 19 - BOD Meeting - 6 pm / Membership Meeting - 7 pmOct 17 - BOD Meeting - 6 pm / Membership Meeting - 7 pmNov. - Dec. - No Meeting unless calledDec. - Christmas Party - Date to Follow
2016 MCMM Meetings
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Fritz’s Family Restaurant9264 W. Saginaw Road, Reese - (989) 868-4810 Corner of M-46 at M-15 in Richville
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By Al SeleskyMCMM PresidentPresident’s Corner
Dear Members and Friends, By the time you read this, Jan and I will have driven Route 66 one way and should just about be headed back to Michigan. We left
Michigan on Wednesday, March 23rd and will return sometime between April 18th and April
25th…all depending on how many highlights we encounter (like the world’s largest ball of string). We are sorry we will miss the Speed show at the Midland Center for the Arts on the 9th, and the National Mustang Day Anniversary Rally on the 17th, but I know the club will be well represented as the event will be a great opportunity to broadcast our profile, our good works, and our love of Mustangs. The most critical timeline we are facing is the preparation for our Great Lakes Stampede on June 19th. I expect Lori and Jan will have some tasks
outlined for each of us “volunteers” to accept. We have a great opportunity to up our game – even from last year’s standard. Also, please keep focus on signing
up new members as that is the lifeblood of the club and do all you can to meet/promote our club to area Ford dealers and other potential sponsors. I am
always impressed by the willingness of our club members to pitch in and help…whenever… wherever asked. This example of strong support is admired by other clubs. We have a great thing going and need to keep on task to continue our solid track record. The best to all, and travel safe,
Our Member Spotlight is a bit longer then usual, but it is actually two member spotlights in one, with Mustang upgrading stories for both Bob Dillenbeck and Rick Montagne. Let me know if the information included, such as brands and suppliers is of value to you. Give ‘em a Brake! I mentioned a couple of months ago about my steed’s need for a brake upgrade. I found a few days in March that were warm enough to work out in the garage. So, except for one more bleed down, they’re done. The rear calipers needed a couple of new parts beyond the rotors and pads, but all is reassembled and tested for the show in Midland this coming Saturday (see note at right and full details on page 6 ). Next comes the replacement of the dreaded, two-piece spark plugs. Brakes are quite straight forward for me; but these unique spark plugs may give me a real headache. But, I’ve been reading up on several procedures that may make it easier, but hope
to enlist the help of son, Colin, with his “plug removal tool,” since he’s done it before. We’ll see!
Coming up this month:• April 9, the Speed event and car show at the Midland Center for the Arts. Please contact Rick Montagne to register in advance. His email and phone are on page two. Weather looks like it will be cool, but dry and partly sunny.. Noon to 4.• April 17, National Mustang Day Cruise - Caro to Lexington leaving the Big Boy at 10:30. Here again, contact Rick to register in advance. He needs to know how many reservations are needed at the restaurant for lunch. Please call ham as once to register. • April 18, MCMM Membership Meeting is Monday, the 18th, at Fritz’s Restaurant, Richville, M-15 at M-46. Come early and have dinner! The meeting is at 7:00.• April 30, Freeland Walleye Festival Car Show. See the events page for details. 9 am to 2:30 pm. Tom
HorseSense 4.6 By Tom Welsh MCMM Newsletter Editor
Al “Coach” Selesky
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Neighbors, Continued
*American Gasser, and 10.5” Nitto drag radial rear tires for better traction. This brought total horsepower to 400 RWHP at 435 ft. lbs. of torque. Flywheel horsepower is 471, for comparison.(ed: see “Comparison Notes” on page four for ratings on stock GT V-8s) My car, a silver, 2009 Mustang GT has seen some changes through the years as well. The GT was purchased new from *Hagen Ford, in Bay City. My first mods were 2’’ lowering springs, bump stops, and camber bolts from Ford Racing, and an Eibach Adjustable Panhard Rod. Later that year I had a Ford Racing 3.73 rear gear installed. The following year, changes included a wheel and tire package from American Muscle, and long tube headers plus a 3,200 high stall torque convertor, installed by *American Gasser, here in Saginaw.. Last year I added Hot Rod cams, intake manifold, and 63mm throttle body, all from Ford Racing with the installation work done by Alternative Auto Performance in Chesterfield, MI (northeast of Detroit). I had the car dyno tuned while at Alternative after the latest mods were added. With the changes made, the GT is now rated at 364 RWHP and 309 lbs/ft. of torque. Needless to say, we are known as the Mustang guy’s of our
Saginaw neighborhood. Near us, there are many Vettes, Hot Rods, and Harley Davidson motorcycles all sitting in our neighbors garages. It’s a good subdivision to live in
if you’re car person. Editor’s note: Bob, and his wife, Gina, joined the MCMM in September, 2004, They have taken
an active part in the club since joining at our All Ford & Mustang Car Show. they enjoy club events, including traveling to other shows and taking club cruises. They help with our shows in the drawing
Dillenbeck’s 2002 Mustang GT, above, from another angle, hides its 400 RWHP well.
Rick Montagne’s ’05 silver streak, with a classic rake that is hard to beat.
Check out the custom-cut, black GT stripe along the top of the fender line. Clean!
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Go Further
Comparison Notes: A stock, 1999-2004 Mustang GT with 4.6 ltr. V-8 and two-valve heads, is factory rated at 260 HP and 312 lbs/ft torque. The estimated RWHP of a stock, 1999-2004, 4.6 ltr. V-8 is 219.1 and 265.6 lbs/ft. torque. The 2005-2010 Mustang GT, also with a 4.6 ltr. V-8, but with three-valve heads and other minor changes, is factory rated at 300 HP, and 320 lbs/ft. torque. The estimated RWHP of a stock, 2005-2010, 4.6 ltr. V-8 is 269 and 292 lbs/ft. torque. Factory HP/Torque ratings are as listed in the Mustang GT brochure. The actual, stock RWHP/Torque is estimated, based on research on line. Actual ratings can vary
depending on many factors.
tent and 50/50’s, and car judging. Gina also is our member support chair, a position that sends cards to members for anniversaries, birthdays, and illnesses. Rick, and his wife, Nancy, are equally active in the club, mainly with special events. Rick is the Social Activities chairman, which coordinates with other car shows, cruises, and other special events. Rick compiles the Car Show Schedule we all receive. Both Rick and Nancy have been handling and coordinating the Christmas Party for the last several years. Nancy works with Gina in the drawing tent at our main show, and with other club activities. The couple joined the MCMM in August, 2012.
MCMM Feature Spotlight
Bob and Rick’s Suppliers• McDonald Ford, See sponsor ad on page 10• Hagen Ford, See sponsor ad on page 7• American Gasser, See sponsor ad on page 8• Paul’s High Performance, 3715 Commerce St., Jackson, MI, 49203 • 517-764-7661 •www.paulshp.com • Alternative Auto Performance, 51945 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield, MI 48051 • 586-949-7501 www.alternativeauto.com
Neighbors, Continued
Above: Bob’s Vortex Centrifugal supercharger that boosted Rear Wheel Horsepower (RWHP ) to 358, is at lower left; the tube in front and rear feed his recently added Vortex intercooler, hidden behind his front grill/bumper.
Left, Rick’s clean engine, compartment, with Ford Racing intake and 63 mm throttle body feeds his Ford Racing Hot Rod Cams. All this leads to a rated 364 RWHP and 309 lbs/ft. of torque. Compare this to Bob’s 400 horse supercharged steed.
Bob’s Mustang earned him the nickname: “Burnout Bob”As to Montagne, we’re thinking, “Racer Rick”
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PRESENTS: CULTURE, CREATIONS, CARS, AND CRUISING! CLASSIC CAR AND HOT ROD “DRIVE IN” CRUISE!
SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2016, NOON – 4PM. Event is held at the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art, at the Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 West St. Andrews, Midland In collaboration with the Michigan Hot Rod Association and Mustang Club of Mid-Michigan, join us for a CLASSIC CAR AND HOT ROD “DRIVE IN” in the parking lot of the Midland Center for the Arts. We are inviting car lovers, car owners and Gearheads who appreciate all things “Power and Speed” to join us as we celebrate the current automotive themed exhibitions on view in the museum!Discounted Museum Admission for participating car owners: $5 Each ($4 Off)
, MI 48640 • 989-631-5931 ext. 1403Exhibits currently on display as part of the SPEED event:
• Capturing design: Masters of Automotive Art • All Things Power and Speed: Automotive Artifacts• Rex Burnett: Hot Rod Cutaway Drawings •Speed: Science in Motion
The Mustang Club of Mid Michigan has put together our plans for a cruise from Caro to the Lexington. First, please call or email Rick Montagne (see page two) and register so we know how many are planning on lunch at the Windjammer Restaurant. Reservations Required! Meet at the Big Boy Restaurant between 10 and 10:30 am. The Cruise will begin at 10:30. We will travel on several side roads to reach Lexington around 11:40. Lunch at he
restaurant will be at around 12:30. There will be time to walk to shops in town, play putt-putt golf at Mystic Golf, or cruise the town (no burnouts, please!) before heading home on our own. Our Mustangs are made to CRUISE, so plan to join fellow members on this special day.
HORSIN’ AROUND APRIL 2016April Cruise & Show Events
National Mustang Day Cruise - Sunday, April 17th
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Again this year, the Freeland Lions Club is sponsoring the Walleye Festival Car & Bike Show, on Saturday, April 30th. It is held at the Quick Lane, next to McDonald Ford, M-47, Freeland. The MCMM is usually well represented at this annual event, to show our support of one of our long
time club sponsors, McDonald Ford. Cost is $10 Pre-Register, or $12 Day of Show Register at www.freelandwalleyefestival.com The show runs from 9 to 3, registration from 9 to noon, with Awards and trophies at 2:30
Freeland Walleye Festival Car Show - Saturday, April 30th
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MCMM Club News & Reports
April Membership Report - ‘16 DuesThree new members in February, 2016: Nathan Levitte of Caro, MI Jean Stuart of Saginaw, MI Adam & Staci Pletcher of Lennon, MIOne new member in March, 2016: Tony & Tammye Jantamrian of Armada, MIIn March Tom Welsh sent a renewal letter to all the members that had not paid their dues for 2016 via e-mails and letters. Jeffrey and Karen Sulzman, Lon and Sandy Hetchler, Robert Hadden, Rick and Carol Nash, and Vic and Jean Trisch have all renewed.
To date the only other response that has been forwarded to me regarding the dues is from Lee Smith who has requested to be dropped from the Roster since selling his Mustang. (He will be removed from the roster at the end of April when the others that have not paid will be removed.) As of April 1, 2016 we have 76 members and 3 Phantom members for a total of 79 members. Unless there is a big change in membership dues received in April the report for May 1, 2016 will show a considerable drop in our membership roster.
Please print clearly: Family Member Names: _____________________________________________________________________Address: __________________________________________________________________________________Email: ________________________________________________________ Dues paid: $25.00 for 2016 ____Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________MCA Member, if yes, include MCA #: __________________________________________________________About your Mustangs…. Year/body style/engine/transmission/special options/modifications:__________________________________________________________________________________________Would you consider entering your car(s) in club events such as parades (automatics preferred)? ______________Are you interested in going to shows as a group? ____________Anything else you want us to know? _____________________________________________________________
Send this information to MCMM, P.O. Box 324, Frankenmuth, MI 48734, by February 25th.
By Ruth Bentley,Membership Chairperson
6-2015
BRING IN THE BIG GUNSSM51761 Danview Technology Ct. Shelby Twp., MI
877-642-3320 • 586-991-0054Contact: James Brown
New & Used Trucks • Truck Equipment & Parts
By Angie Caesar, MCMM Treasurer
5-2016
March, 2016 Treasurer’s Reports
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7-2015
105 Bacon St, Saginaw - Free Loaners
LaFontaine Fordof Frankenmuth
504 N. Main St.Frankenmuth989-652-6157
www.thefamilydeal.com3-2016
ObituariesRobert "Bob" Galsterer, of Frankenmuth, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016, at Wellspring Lutheran Services of Frankenmuth
after a brief illness; age 63 years. Robert was born on March 18, 1953. He married Sherry Speer on October 2, 1971. He was a graduate of Western Michigan University, and was a partner in Galsterer Ford for 32 years. Surviving in addition to his wife of 44 years are his three children; seven grandchildren; brother Mike Galsterer, and two sisters.
Social Newsby Gina Dillenbeck
Birthday & Anniversary Support It was mentioned at a recent meeting about publishing members birthdates in the newsletter, a practice that took place until a few years ago. I think it should be discussed. Some may like it and some may not, due to privacy, etc. An alternative option could be to offer a copy of my list to any member who might like to send a card to fellow members. We will continue the discussion at our next meeting in April.
This is the time of year where I begin to think about the Presidents Award and I thought I would share with you folks some of the criteria that regional clubs are judged on to receive that award. You must also show documentation on each of the items.
So now that you see the criteria don't hesitate to remind me when you see things our club is doing that may generate points towards this award. Our club has earned this award continuously for about ten years help keep our streak alive. I recently got an email from Steve Caesar suggesting those planning on attending the 40th Anniversary of the MCA travel together in a herd. I think that's a great idea and we will be working on that! So if you haven't signed up for this event please give it some thought. At the moment I know the following MCMM members are planning on attending: Stan and Ruth Bentley, Jeff and Lori Amo, Steve and Angie Caesar, Al and Jan Selesky along with Pat and I. If you have questions about this or any other show, give me a call or send an email.
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MCA News & Information By Quentin LevitteMCA Regional Director
Monthly newsletter- 10pts. attach copyParade (one) - 10pts. attach picture or article100% MCA membership -20 pts. Membership listing with MCA numbersNews in Mustang Times -10 pts. Copy of article/date submittedHost a local regional show or track event -15pts. Flyer/date of insurance requestApply for national show -10pts. copy of applicationSponsor local charity -10pts. each. Newspaper article or publicity informationEvery 5 new regional club members -10pts. Membership listing with enrollment datesAttend National Judges meeting -10pts. Member’s MCA number and nameAttend MCA Board meeting or Summit -15-pts. Presidents or Regional Directors Name /MCA numberEnter vehicle in National or GN Show -10pts. Member's MCA number and name (five maximum)Car in Mustang Times or Mustang org. -10pts. copy of articleArticle on a Regional meeting -10pts. copy of article from newspaper, Mustang Times or Mustang.orgSponsor a Cruise night (one) -10pts. copy of flyerGold Card Judge -10pts each. MCA number and nameEvery three Certified Judges -10pts.- Member's MCA number and nameNew MCA members -2pts.each Member's MCA number and name
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by Dick LebsackMCMM Merchandise
Club merchandise available right now....1 Ladies pink club visor $1210 Blue club logo hats $162 Red club logo hats $162 Pre-owned club logo flags $81 New club logo flag $20 9 Club logo license plates $101 Black F-150 hat $81 Blue&Gray "Built Ford Tough" $81 Red old style Mustang hat $81 Blue mesh oval FORD hat $5
Call Dick Lebsack for info. If you have clothing and would like the club logo on it, call me. Dick Lebsack 989-631-9536 [email protected](Dick is an MCMM Past President.)
News to ShareAngie Caesar,
MCMM Treasurer I did want to pass along some information from Cruis'news if anyone is interested. They have back issues of their magazine that we can have for free to hand out to members, or give away at our car show. If anyone is going to be in the Sterling Heights area, give them a call at 586-826-8989 to make sure they still have some left. Also, a new site to go to for Mustang Memories / Mustang II Reunion. It has lots of good information about what is going on. http://www.toocoolevents.com/
MCMM Facebook Reportby Judi Beeler
Facebook Page Manger The Mustang Club of Mid-Michigan Facebook page is doing well. Some statistics; People Reached is up 31% We have over 3,821 people actively watching our page. Post Engagements (Comments and likes) is up 75% Actions on Page as a whole (clicks on stories, likes or comments) is up 67% Content is derived from monthly news letter, Mustang post, and shares from other Mustang pages or club members I’ve worked with Angie Caesar to get photo's posted from our car show and we’re getting a really nice photo book going. I am trying to link to more club pages for more news stories and notifications. Mustang news seems to do the best with our readers versus just notifications. But that can be people just take the information and do not feel the need to comment. I am also using Google + to share information with Mustang enthusiasts all over the world inside their Mustang groups, which is something we may look at expanding to. Judi Beeler (989) 992-8608 [email protected]
111 East Saginaw St., Hemlock888-470-37734-2016 9-2016 Prize Donations
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HORSIN’ AROUND APRIL 2016MCMM Stampede UpdateIt’s coming together, but we need your help! The 2016 Great Lakes Stampede is quickly approaching, and in order for our show to be successful this year, we need everyone’s help! To date, the tent has been ordered, as have the Porta-Potties. We have our car show insurance completed through the Mustang Club of America, so we are set with that. A DJ has been contacted, but not yet secured. Our awards have been ordered, vendors, car clubs and previous attendees of our shows have all been emailed the car registration form and map to our Nexteer location. Now, we need volunteers to work the show! If you want to do the same job you did last year, please let me know as soon as possible, or if you would like a change, let me know where you want to work. First to speak up gets what they want! Categories include:
• Set up Sunday morning (EVERYONE!!!) (a car show in Grand Rapids is the day before, and I know many of us want to attend. Last year there really wasn’t much to set up on Saturday, other than making sure the fencing/gate was opened between where car haulers could park, then enter the show)
• Sign placers Sunday morning, and to pick them up after the show• Gate Greeters• Car Classification• Car judges• Car parking directors (after judging is done)• Registration• 50/50• Raffle table• Score sheet runners• Score tabulators• Clean up (EVERYONE!)
I will have the sign up sheets at our April meeting. If I don’t hear from you, you will hear from me!! We also will need 1-2 golf carts for our runners. If you know of one, and can bring it to the show, that would be super! If you are able to secure a really cool item for our raffle table, please let Gina Dillenbeck know what you have, so she can add it to the list. A nice, high-priced item will sure to bring in the big bucks, as does a Vera Bradley item, jewelry, car cleaning buckets, kids items, Mustang memorabilia, and maybe what YOU want to win! A big thank you to those who have lined up a sponsor this year. Just to let you know, we don’t have very many as of yet (Rick Ford is a new sponsor this year), and if we want to make a solid donation for our charity, The Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund, WE NEED SPONSORS! Desperately!! Our show is only a couple of months away! Please, don’t be shy! Contact someone you think would like to help our show! We need to have the sponsorship that we had last year to come out in the black after a great donation to the F&WSF. Last year we were able to donate just over $1,090 the this great charity.
By Lori AmoCar Show Co-Chairpman
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HORSIN’ AROUND APRIL 2016MCMM March Meeting MinutesBoard of Directors Meeting
Meeting opened at 6:25pm by President Al Selesky.Dick Lebsack spoke about the planned change to the Constitution & By Laws. Proposed a way to honor existing members, and to awarding honorary memberships only to non-members to protect our base of paying members. Written request for the honorary membership and then voted on by at least 2/3 of the paid members. The potential wording will be in the April newsletter explaining how it would work and will then be voted on in May. Meeting closed at 6:40.
Membership MeetingMeeting opened at 7pm by President Al Selesky.Members present: Harry & Carol Davis, Rick & Nancy Montagne, Bob & Gina Dillenbeck, Emil Mueller, Joe & Pam Errante, Steve & Angelia Caesar, John Schian, Pat & Quentin Levitte, Nathan Levitte, Amado Arceo, Lori & Jeff Amo, Al & Jan Selesky, Mark Bilbee, Dick Lebsack, Bob & Pat Herrmann, Joan Stewart, Milt Pilford, Larry Blymyer, Del Zimmermann, Lynn & Cindy Southgate, Tom Welsh IIMinutes from February, 2016 accepted as reported.Membership: Ruth Bentley - No report - New member Joan Stewart was present and has had several Mustangs. Treasurer: Angie Caesar - Transferred the $5000.00 to a CD at First Merit Bank. Merit will become Huntington in 2017 due to a merger. Report printed in newsletter.Sponsorship: Del Zimmerman - Letters for Ford dealers with newsletter and a sponsorship letter are being sent out.MCA: Quentin Levitte- No ReportProperty: Dennis Donovan - The trailer is in the barn at Southgate 's at this time.Historian: Larry Blymyer - March In History: 1964 First Ford Mustang manufactured and ready for release April 16th. (it was Wimbleton White with blue convertible). 1966 Ford celebrates one millionth Mustang produced. It was also a white convertible. 1932 Ford Hunger March of 1932 at which 5 Ford laid off employees were shot to death and scores of others were wounded. 1871 Stanley begins
looking for Livingston. MUSTANG TRIVIA: First appearance of a Mustang in a movie. August of 1964 in Goldfinger. A 641/2 white convertible with red interior and driven by Tania Mallet (Tilly Masterson, sister of Jill Masterson) Gold Painted Girl --a double blowout. First appearance on TV - April 1964 on Hazel. Red coupe with white interior. Driver was Don Defore who played Mr. Baxter.2016 Car Show: Jan Selesly & Lori Amo - Tents are booked, Port-a-Potties are booked, DJ is checking his schedule. We are looking for vendors. Trophies are being worked on. Show date is June 19th. - go to dealerships and other stores to get things to give out at the show.Newsletter: Tom Welsh II - Spotlight: Rick Montagne & Bob Dillenbeck are doing April together. May will be highlights for our car show in June. June will be Quentin Levitte.Club Merchandise: Dick Lebsack - Same mdse available as before. If interested contact him at 989-631-9536.Member Support: Gina Dillenbeck - She sent out 4 birthday cards, 2 anniversary cards and flowers for get well to 2 people.Social Activates: Rick Montagne - April events- Dow Center for the Arts is "Speed". For us $5 on April 9th; noon to four. To get that price on entry you must bring your Mustang. April 17th - a cruise from Big Boy in Caro to Lexington. Meeting at Caro at 10 o'clock and leaving at 10:30 for Lexington. Putt-putt golf, craft shows, and lunch at Windjammers in Lexington at 12:30. April 30 - Walleye Fest. Car Show, May 21- Bottom Line Car Show - more to follow. 50/50: Bob Dillenbeck - Winner was Steve Caesar for $24.00.
Meeting closed at 8:50.Respectfully submitted by Carol Davis, Secretary
7-20157-2015
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HORSIN’ AROUND APRIL 2016MCMM By-Laws AmendmentProposed Amendment to the MCMM Constitution
& By-Laws for Recognition of Members, and Awarding of Honorary Memberships
The issue: To protect the financial health of the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan, we must ensure a steady steam of revenue. Some clubs have been too generous with “Lifetime Membership Awards” and now find themselves in a situation where more members have free “Lifetime Memberships” than members paying dues. On the other hand, we do want to have a method of rewarding those members who have given years of service and supported the club with their presence at meetings, fund raisers, car shows, car rallies, and promotional events. As well as a way of rewarding those non-members who have contributed to the well-being of the MCMM, Ford Motor Company (Ford), and the Mustang.
The Possible Solution: A) Provide a path where non-members may be recognized with an Honorary Membership. This may include Ford personnel, sponsors, speakers, or members of other car clubs that have provided outstanding service to our club over a length of time. The
cost of this membership would be zero, as the only benefit would be a emailed newsletter once a month. The Honorary Member would have no voting rights, nor could the individual hold an office within the club.B) Member Recognition - Create an “Outstanding Service Award” in the form of a plaque, trophy, or other physical item, that would recognize superior service to the club over a length of time and has supported the MCMM through regular meeting attendance, helping with our Great Lakes Stampede Car Show, participation in sponsored events, and outreach programs.
Procedure: For either the Member Recognition Award or the non-member, Honorary Membership, a written request will need to be presented to any one of the Board of Directors, with the type of award, and reason(s) why. The Board will then make its recommendation to the general membership for final approval, by vote. If approved by at least 2/3 of the paid members present, plus any proxies [one vote per family unless family has two memberships] this amendment will be added to our Constitution.
Wording for the Proposed Amendment to the MCMM Constitution & By-Laws
To protect the financial health of the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan, it is proposed:
Honorary Member: The Club may vote on any non-member of the Club to be an Honorary Member of the organization. Honorary Members will ve voted on by the Board of Directors based upon written nominations from the Board of Directors or the General Membership. The written nominations should be submitted to one of the officers on the Board of Directors. A framed certificate will be at the end-of-year meeting or event (Christmas Event). Although the rules for the Honorary Member may vary, the criteria should include one of the following:1. Significant contributions to the MCMM.
2. Significant contribution to the preservation of the Ford Motor Company, and/or the Mustang brand.
Member Recognition Award: The Club may award a Recognition of Service plaque/trophy to any member in good standing of the MCMM. The Board of Directors will make a recommendation to the General Membership for a final vote, after a written nomination is presented to the Board. Rules may vary for this award, but the criteria should include some of the following: 1. Significant contributions to the MCMM.2. Significant contribution to the preservation of Ford
Mustangs.3. Recipient of the award will be a member in good
standing of the MCMM.
The amendment has been proposed by the Board to the membership at the March 21, 2016 General Membership Meeting for consideration. It will require a two-thirds vote of the membership present at the April 18th General Meeting, and by any written proxy votes presented by those not present. If you will be present at the April 18th meeting, you may vote the amendment at this meeting. If you are unable to be present at the April
18th meeting, and wish to vote on the amendment, you may do so by proxy by sending this form to the MCMM, PO Box 324, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734, to arrive before the meeting begins at 7:00 pm; Or, you may email your vote to: [email protected] by Sunday, April 17th, at 5:00 PM, Or, you may give this form to a member that is attending the meeting.
Proxy Vote Form for the Proposed Amendment: Vote YES _______ Vote NO ________
Member name _____________________________ Member’s Signature: ______________________________
Our Constitution and By-Laws allow for the adoption of amendments by this means:
The Amendment Proposal:
How to Vote
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HORSIN’ AROUND APRIL 2016
For the latest information, go to www.mustangclubmidmichigan.com for these and other area shows & events.MCMM Great Lakes Stampede Car Show
June 19 - MCMM’s 22nd Great Lakes Stampede - All Ford & Mustang Car Show - - Nexteer Automotive, 3900 Holland Rd., Saginaw I-75 at M-46 • MCMM Major Event • MCMM Show Set up Saturday afternoon June 18th - time TBA • Show on Sunday, June 19: 8 AM to 3 PM • All members called to support and work the show• Parking of cars, judging, awards, throughout the day. • The Fallen and Wounded Soldier Fund is the 2016 charity Reg: $15 advance; $20 day of show Add $2 for mailing of score sheet • info at: www.mustangclubmidmichigan.com
MCMM Club Supported Shows & Events - Watch for updates!April 9 - MOCSEM Spring Swap Meet Village Ford, Dearborn, 8:30 to 2 pm April 9 - MCMM / Midland CFTA SPEED Cruise-In - Midland Center for the Arts Noon to 4. See page 9April 17, 2016 National Mustang Day - MCMM Cruise to Lexington for Lunch, Details to follow. See page 9May 16 - Bottom Line Auto 5th Annual Car Show - Shooter’s, 8845 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw - Details to followJune 12-13 - All Ford Show & Go 41 - Shelby Am Auto Club-Motor City Region - Show on 6/12 @ Ford World HQ, 9 to 3; $15 pre/$20 day of - Go on 6/13 @ Watorford Hills Road Race Course www.saac-mcr.com June 18 - West Michigan Mustang Club All Ford Car Show - Grand Rapids www.westmichiganmustangclub.com July 8-9 - Cool City Car Show & Cruize - Bay City - Cruize 6 PM Friday, Show Downtown from 8 - 4 Saturday - Major MCMM Event - Details to follow.July 15-17 - Mackinaw Mustang Stampede - Mackinaw City - Show Fri/Sat; Cruise over Mackinaw Bridge Sunday http://www.mackinawcity.com/2nd-annual-mustang-car-show-183/Aug 20 - Back to the Bricks - Downtown Flint - 4th St. MCMM group info to Follow with times and reserved space.Aug 20 - Woodward Dream Cruise / Mustang Alley - Ferndale and other CitiesAug 21 - Mustang Memories Car Show - MOCSEM Info to follow. www.mocsem.comAug 28 - Capital Area Mustangs Blue Oval Blast - Grand Ledge Info to follow. Sept. 18 - Toledo Mustangs Car Show - Info to follow.Sept 23-25 - (Unofficial) Fall Color & Wine Tour - Bellaire/Traverse City/Leelanau - Details to follow.
Mustang Club of America (MCA) National & Grand National EventsApril 15-17 - St. Augustine, Florida - Jacksonville Mustang Club, Jacksonville, FL www.jmcmustang.net June 3-5 - Magic of the Mustang - Reno, Nevada - Reno Mustang Car Club, Reno, NV www.renomustangcarclub.comJuly 22-24 - Buffalo, New York - Western New York Shelby and Mustang Club www.wnymustangclub.com September 1-4 - MCA 40th Anniversary Show - Indianapolis, Indiana, Mustang Club of Indianapolis. Includes events at the Indy Speedway. www.mca40th.com Sept 30 - Oct 2 - Grand Strand Mustang Stampede - Myrtle Beach South Carolina - Costal Carolina Mustang Club www.carolinamustangclub.com Oct. 1-2 - MCA Mustang Fall Expo - Autobahn Country Club, Joliet, IL www.mcamustangexpo.com
Other Car Shows or Related EventsApril 30 - Freeland Walleye Festival Car & Bike Show - Quick Lane, Next to McDonald Ford, M-47, Freeland $10 Pre-Reg. / $12 Day of Show; Register at www.freelandwalleyefestival.com 9 to noon registration; Trophies at 2:30June 10-11 - Coleman Rod Benders Car Show/Cruise - Coleman Cruise Fri, 6/10; Show Sat 6/12 More to followJuly 19-23 - Nat’l. Ford Retractable Convention - Frankenmuth. www.skyliner.org
2016 MCMM Events Calendar
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FOR SALE 1965 Ford Mustang hardtop, 6-cyl - 3-speed manual. Red over black, Bench Front Seat, AM Radio, needs wiper switch; ready to drive anywhere. Newer tires, brakes, distributor/tune-up. $10,500/negotiable Contact: Ken Stadler, Clio (810) 348-4005 (no photo) 6/15
FOR SALE 1972 Mustang Hood. Solid, restorable, some surface rust. Northern Detroit (Berkley) area. Asking $185. Daryl B. (248) 398-8547 [email protected] Photo 11/2015
WANTED 1965 mustang GT coupe, black. This Mustang was my older brothers in 1965. Bought new from a Ford dealer, Saginaw St., in Grand Blanc. VIN 5F07Axxxxxx dated May,1965. Body-65A, Color-9A,trim-26,date-05S, d.s.o.-33, axle-5, trans-1. 289 V4, engine gold, with a 3 speed trans. (A True GT). If you are aware of this car, please let me know! Douglas Cook 906-774-0167 [email protected] Kingston ! ! 11/2015
FOR SALE 1968 Mustang Convertible, 289/3-Speed Black Approx. 130K careful miles, same owner 40+ yearsGary Andrews [email protected] Car located in Jacksonville, Florida. Gary originally from Midland Photo. 11/2015
FOR SALE 1972 Mustang Mach I, 351 Cleveland Ram Air HO with Hurst shifter on 4-speed. One of 500 with “R” in VIN. Blue with Silver, front/rear spoilers; 37,500 miles! VIN # 2FO5R202909 Asking $25,000. Car is in Lansing area. Contact information, Dave Schmidt or Diane Marshall 517-412-7010 573-808-6191, 9135 Hummingbird Ln.Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837 Photo at rightemail [email protected] or [email protected] 4/2016
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MCMM Mission StatementTo foster and promote interest in the Ford Mustang automobile; to conduct educational programs; to provide information regarding Ford Mustangs; and to support char i table and community organization prog rams and projects of interest to club members and supporters. The club is open to anyone interested the 1964-1/2 to present Mustang, regardless of vehicle ownership, and for the enjoyment in the hobby and club fellowship. Members should have enthusiasm and a willingness to participate in club activities. Participation of the family unit is not only desired, but is essential.
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Horsin’ Around is published monthly as the official newsletter of the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan (MCMM). It is available via email to members and friends of MCMM, and on our website. Adobe Reader required. Printed copies upon request from editor, Tom Welsh, % MCMM, P.O. Box 324, Frankenmuth, MI 48734. Estimated circulation 142 plus internet/web readers.
