A wide variety of interesting and informative seminars will be offered, such as:

 

CSI Minneapolis - This restorer spent over 5 years working to meticulously restore a 1932 Franklin V/12. He describes the "automobile forensics" necessary to make it all happen. This is a presentation of a very thorough restoration and he describes what it takes to do a car in his words, "to high authentic standards. Not the quick & easy route."

 

Women in the Hobby and For the Ladies: The language of Fans are 2 new programs to interest the ladies at our meeting.  The first is to describe some of the ways that our female members can become involved in national activities.  We have many women who are active locally, however they may not realize the opportunities at division and national events where their interests and abilities would be welcomed.  The Fans seminar is a continuation of our hope to provide programs to those not necessarily interested in restoring or maintaining antique automobiles.  It will be a 2 part program, first describing the "language" spoken by the use of fans in their heyday, and then a hands-on activity, making a fan.

 

London to Brighton Auto Run - This is a must see. Our presenters will show photos of this year's London to Brighton tour in their 1903 Pierce as one of the 500+ entries. Most importantly, they finished. All of our members should enjoy hearing about these amusing and interesting events.

 

Click here to view the Seminar Schedule! 

 

A Wintertime Arizona Old Car Activity 

By Tom Reese 

 

The 1913 Model T has been relocated to Arizona to keep its owner occupied thru the winter months.  It turns out that the weather that pleases the owner has some bad effects on the T, one of  which is the drying out of the wooden wheels, hence the popularity of wire wheels in dry states.  

 

We have heard tell, that in the old days, owners would remove the wheels and soak them up in the stock tank. Having neither stock nor a tank nearby I did the next best thing and set up a water hose arrangement that would supply water to the wheels without removal (see picture). I allowed a half an hour of soaking per wheel.  The squeaking and rust dusting has stopped and they seem much tighter when the car is shaken, but the fact that no style of torque wrench that I own or know of, would tell me how tight, I trust on the feel of the car when underway, combined with the slower speeds we drive to keep us on the road, knowing that a failing wheel usually provides early warning to an experienced motorist. 

 
Editors Note:  This subject has been brought up many times in our forum so we especially appreciate our long time contributor to Antique Automobile's expertise.  Thanks Tom!  

Headquarters Starting Grid...

 

In our last issue, we introduced Chris Ritter, our new AACA Librarian!  We decided to continue starting grid introductions and feature an additional Headquarters staff member in each SPEEDSTER issue... allowing you to get to know our names, our roles here at National and a little about our interests. 

 

As always, the entire staff here at the AACA National Headquarters and Library & Research Center are ready to take the green flag and assist you! 

 

When you phone AACA National Headquarters, chances are the first voice you will hear is that of Pat Frantz, who will also warmly greet and welcome you when you visit us in Hershey, Pennsylvania.  In addition to a wide range of administrative duties, Pat is responsible for distributing mail and handling insurance certificate requests received from our Regions/Chapters as well as fielding and directing specific member inquires.  With over 29 years of devoted service to AACA, Pat is certainly well equipped to provide helpful guidance!
 
Pat particularly enjoys connecting with AACA members, "I genuinely appreciate our members' friendship, kindness and their cooperative nature when I assist them with questions and requests."
 
On a personal note, Pat is a native Pennsylvanian, an avid reader with a great appreciation for the Arts/Theatre and an animal-lover, most especially her dear cat, Jasmine. When not working, she tries to make time to attend classical musical concerts and plays. Pat has a daughter, a son and a 3-year old grandson named Zackery.
  

Take time to visit your National Headquarters and Library & Research Center, and Meet the Crew! 

Click here or Call National Headquarters (717) 534-1910 for further information or to purchase your tickets.  Proceeds benefit the entire AACA Family ~ National Headquarters, Library & Research Center, and the Museum.

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"Hershey" DVD  

 
 

The production crew from the TV series MyCarFever has produced a unique video covering the 2008 Eastern Division Fall Meet. It is very nicely done and covers the gamut from opening day through Friday. The crowds were so huge on Saturday that it stopped filming cold!
 
We have viewed the film and really enjoyed it!  Lots of fun interviews, great coverage of the flea market and car corral!  Some spectacular overhead shots from atop the Giant Center give the best views ever seen!  Trying to give someone an idea of just how big 'Hershey" is has just been made easier!  This video would be great for region meetings or even as a possible recruitment tool.  Buying the DVD would be cheaper than a night out at the movies and more entertaining!
 
Please visit www.mycarfever.com to order your own copy now!  You won't regret it!