Vol. XX No. III March 2019 PRESIDENTS MESSAGE

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1 PRESIDENTS MESSAGE Ok, I think it's me to make a full confession. I have a mistress and she's always on my mind. Before the rumors start to fly and this gets too far out of hand let me explain myself. The Meneely's along with the Fontaine's went on an epic road trip to Sierra Vista Arizona. This was a tour and Na onal Mee ng all in one. If you have not checked out Pat & Bob's blog (h p://havefordwilltravel.blogspot.com) you certainly should. It looked like they had a great me with their own challenges right out the gate including spi ng rain and a flat re. While a ending the Na onal Mee ng, they were in for quite a surprise. Our very own "Webmistress" Nikkie and the club took first place winning the 2018 Golden Mouse Website Award. I kid you not, the award really does say Webmistress (see page 20). So, I can finally go around and say I have a mistress and get away with it at least for the me being. What a great accomplishment for both Nikkie & the Club! Although the pineapple express is s ll drenching us with rain and then some more rain spring is just around the corner. We already had two great tours and members are going to get their drivers patches. Start dus ng off the T and fix that thing on the T that you been pu ng off because there are certainly more tour's coming down the pipeline. Remember, it s the people, cars and places that make this such a special club. We have many miles to put on our Flivver s and many places of interest to visit. Un l then, drive safe and keep it between the lines. Dan 1

2 RECENT TOURS SCULPTURES, SOUP & PUZZLES TOUR February 9, 2019 The rain which had been constant for days took a small break just for our tour. Since it was a rain or shine tour, we cranked up the runabout and put the side curtains on (which seem to have shrunk an inch all around) and headed for the mee ng loca on. We had just a few drops of rain on the windshield just to remind us that ole Mother Nature could dampen the day if she wanted to. Two more T's showed up (Troed Johnson & Beamans) and six modern cars (Bra s, Christensens, Greenbergs, Archers, Fontaines and Grover Steele. So off we went, twis ng and turning, must have covered every street in Los Altos, (it took three pages of instruc ons to cover all the sculptures). The drill was when we came to a sculpture, we would pause momentarily and either Pat or I would wave our arms and point, and then the following cars would wave and point and pass it on. It actually worked pre y well. I think most folks spo ed almost all of the statuary (We had 34 sculptures on the list). On some of the backtracking streets, the leaders actually would meet the end cars on their way to the turnaround point. It was fun. At the end of the tour we ended up at Pat's Soup Kitchen, that famous mini-bistro in the hills. We were joined there by Camicias and Barbara Beach and her neighbor. A total of 21 folks sampled the four kinds of soup that were on the kitchen counter, they must have been good, there wasn't much le at the end of the day. Garage tour and jigsaw puzzles provided the entertainment with lots of dessert! Only problem is that I have an unfinished puzzle which will drive me nuts un l it is finished. Just for a bit of trivia, folks were asked to guess at how many port-a-po es we passed on the tour. Guesses were all over the map, but Bill Bra came the closest by guessing 14 (the real number was 16). Good day, the rain began again in the evening and did not let up for 24 hours. Thanks for small favors. Bob Meneely 2

3 RECENT TOURS (cont.) SCULPTURES, SOUP & PUZZLES TOUR February 9,2019 3

4 RECENT TOURS (cont.) SCULPTURES, SOUP & PUZZLES TOUR February 9,2019 4

5 2019 CALENDAR (SCVMTFC Events noted in BOLD) Mar 11 (Mon), SCVMTFC Board Mee ng at the Meneely s residence and starts at 7:30 PM. Mar 15 (Fri), SCVMTFC General Mee ng. Mar 16 (Sat), Please note, the signup for this event is now closed. SCVMTFC is invited to visit the Mozart Founda on Automobile Museum from 10:00 AM to Noon. The Museum is located at 1325 Pear Ave., Mountain View, (just behind the Computer Museum). There is no fee to enter. Please drive your modern or an que vehicle directly to the Museum. This is a rain or shine event. Please note the following requirements: No children under the age of 12. No photos. No pets allowed. This world class private collec on of automobiles includes Buga, Alfa Romeo, Duesenberg, Pierce Arrow, Packard, Ferrari to men on a few and is a dream come true for an que, vintage and classic car enthusiasts. For more informa on contact Allan Greenberg at (408) or allang@pacbell.net. March 24 (Sun), SCVMTFC tours the Tall Ships. The Lady Washington and the Hawaiian Chie ain, two replica tall sailing ships are scheduled to be in Redwood City and open for visi ng for a couple weeks at the end of March. Meet at Rancho Shopping Center in Los Altos (Foothill and Springer) at 10:30AM, leave at 11:00. There is no admission charge, but a $5 dona on is requested. We will look for ice cream a erwards. Contact is Chuck Christensen Mar 30-31, Laughlin, NV. Arizona Speedster Run, Bob Meneely has the registra on forms. Note: date is wrong in Vintage Ford. Apr 6 (Sat), SCVMTFC 50 th Anniversary Celebra on. 11:30-2:00, Murphy Park, Sunnyvale. Contact Jean Boyden to RSVP by March 30. See the flyer. Apr 12-13, Bakersfield Swap Meet, Kern County Fairgrounds. April 13, 2019 Saratoga Blossom Fes val. Apr 28-May 3, Buellton, CA, California Dreamin' Regional Tour hosted by Orange County Model T Ford Club. This is a popular hub tour based at Andersons Pea Soup Hotel in Buellton. See the Vintage Ford. We have eight members going so far. Bob Meneely has the list of folks who are going. 5

6 2019 CALENDAR (SCVMTFC Events noted in BOLD) May 9 12, SCVMTFC Eldorado Gold Overnight Tour. Hosted by David & Becky Harrison. Caterpillar Show. Collec ons of Nickelodeons, cars, old equipment, and engines. Wineries. Dirt track racing. Historic sites. Apple Hill. Many possibili es. Hotel: Best Western Placerville Inn, 6850 Greenleaf Drive. Can book online for 9 th, 10 th and 11 th at bestwestern.com or call Senior/AARP rates are available. Most folks are trailering to Placerville, but some are driving their T's. Contacts, Bob & Pat Meneely or Troed Johnson if you are driving your T to the tour. May 19 (Sun), MPOTAC Friendship Day, #3 Laguna Drive, Redwood Shores, 9AM 3PM. June 2 (Sun), 45 th Annual Mother Lode Model T Ford Club Swap Meet, Auburn fairgrounds. June 8 9, SCVMTFC 50 th Endurance Run and Lowland Tour. Hollister, CA. See the flyer in the Backfire and the Website for more informa on and entry forms. July 4, SCVMTFC Tour to Sveadal for breakfast, RSVP to Ivan Jorgensen. Aug 18 (Sun), SCVMTFC Over the Hill Tour (tenta ve) Sept 22, (Sun), SCVMTFC and History San Jose host 19 th annual An que Autos in History Park. See the flyer in the Backfire. Oct 20 (Sun), SCVMTFC Mt Umunhum Tour (tenta ve) Nov 10 (Sun), SCVMTFC Fall Leaves Tour (tenta ve) 6

7 Please join us for a festive celebration for the 50th Anniversary of the SCVMTFC on April 6, 2019, from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM. Lunch will be served at noon followed by entertainment. The event will be held at Murphy Park Building: 250 N. Sunnyvale Ave, Sunnyvale, This event is sponsored by the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford club. Free for Club Members (or Club Members are guests of the Club) Must RSVP to attend the event before March 30th. Contact Jean Boyden by March 30th at (408) or by jimboyden@aol.com. 7

8 UPCOMING TOURS/EVENT PACIFIC COAST DREAM MACHINES SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2019 HALF MOON BAY, CALIFORNIA There's nothing quite like the Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show Half Moon Bay, California's massive celebra on of mechanical ingenuity, power and style. One of the west coast s biggest, baddest, most fascina ng gatherings of the world s coolest cars, trucks, motorcycles, aircra and assorted contrap ons represen ng every era and style will be featured at the spectacular 29th Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show, a one-day mega show, Sunday, April 28 from 10 am to 4 pm at Half Moon Bay Airport, in picturesque Half Moon Bay, California. Your club is invited to be a part of the fes vi es. To show a car, the registra on fee is $40 ($50 for entries postmarked a er April 15) which includes a dash plaque and admission for the driver and one passenger. Spectator admission is $25 ($30 at the gate) for ages 18-64, $15 ($20 at the gate) for ages and 65+), and free for kids age 10 and under. Half Moon Bay Airport is located on Highway 1, 20 miles south of San Francisco and 5 miles north of Highway 92. Proceeds benefit the Coastside Adult Day Health Center in Half Moon Bay. Register on line at For event informa on and registra on forms, call the info line at or visit the website Please note: If your club or group wishes to park together at the show, please meet offsite and arrive together. We will do our best to accomodate you. 8

9 UPCOMING TOURS/EVENT 50TH ANNUAL ENDURANCE RUN AND LOWLAND TOUR JUNE 8-9,

10 Car Number Requested: June 8-9, 2019 SCVMTFC Endurance Run Entry Form Please Complete both Pages and Return with Your Check Driver Information Driver Address Home Phone Cell Phone Club Affiliations Insurance Carrier Policy Number Year First Entered Last Year Entered Total Times Entered Total Times Finished Best Finish (year) Age if under 25 or over 75 ***Please Print*** Mechanic Information Riding Mechanic Cell Phone Club Affiliations Year First Entered Total Times Entered Last Year Entered Total Times Finished Best Finish (year) Age if under 25 or over 75 Vehicle Information Year, Make, Body Type Special Equipment I have read, understand and agree to abide by the rules set forth by the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club (SCVMTFC) for this event. I also agree to permit SCVMTFC to use my & my crew-member's name and likeness (photograph) for media coverage of the event. My signature on this entry registration releases SCVMTFC, its officers, club members, volunteer workers, sponsors and affiliates from any and all liability connected with this event. Any minor (under 18 years) participating in the Endurance Run (driver or riding mechanic) must complete a parental release form. Drivers are expected and agree to obey all rules of the road and operate their vehicles in a safe manner at all times. Driving in any unsafe manner may result in denial of registration for future SCVMTFC Endurance Runs / Lowland Tours. PLEASE DRIVE SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY! Driver Signature: Date: 1 P a g e

11 Car Number Requested: June 8-9, 2019 SCVMTFC Endurance Run Entry Form Please Complete both Pages and Return with Your Check Payment Information Event T-Shirt Order Price for Each Size Order Qty Total by Size $17.50 Small $17.50 Med $17.50 Large $17.50 XL $19.00 XXL $20.00 XXXL $21.00 XXXXL Event T-Shirt Total *Your entry must be received by May 20 for your t-shirt order to be fulfilled. There will be no shirts for sale at the event. Be sure to get your entry in ASAP! Total Payment 1. Total Event T-Shirt $ See sizes above Must be ordered by May 20, Total Additional Meal Tickets $ I need extra meal tickets at $12.50 each Must be ordered by May 20, Entry Fee for Speedster/Drive/Mechanic $ $85 early entry fee $90 after May 1, 2019* Entry fee includes lunch tickets for driver & mechanic *late entries cannot include T-shirts or extra meal tickets 4. Total Enclosed $ Please make check payable to: SCVMTFC For questions, please call Nadine Camicia Mail to: SCVMTFC Endurance Run PO Box 1216 Los Altos, CA P a g e

12 ANNOUNCING: THE 50thSANTA CLARA VALLEY MODEL T FORD CLUB LOWLAND TOUR June 8-9, 2019 The 50th Lowland Tour will once again be held in conjunction with our 50 th Cross Country Speedster Endurance Run on Sunday, June 9 th, In addition to the big event on Sunday, all entrants are invited to come a day early for a short warm-up tour at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2019 from Tiffany Ford to San Juan Bautista at no additional registration fee. So, plan to join us in Hollister, CA for a leisurely weekend of vintage automotive touring. Saturday night lodging is available at the SureStay Hotel by Best Western in Hollister close to our sponsor, Tiffany Ford. Reference the Model T Club when you call for the best price. We will have a hospitality room open at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday evening at Tiffany Ford for relaxation, chatting and great snacks. So, come join us on Saturday if you can, and if not, we will see you Sunday for sure. This event will bring together more than 45 restored and original vintage automobiles and 35 vintage speedsters. This is a return to the charm and pleasure of leisurely touring with vintage touring cars, vintage speedsters, and vintage clothing. This event is open to all makes and models of restored and original early vintage automobiles pre On Sunday, June 9, we will join the Endurance Run at the start line in downtown Hollister. After the National Anthem, the announcer will say, "Gentlemen start your engines" and there will be a mighty roar as the green flag waves them off. Then we'll be off for our own slower, more leisurely run through the countryside to rejoin the speedsters for a luncheon at Tiffany Ford. Lowland tour participants will receive maps, directions, programs, coffee stop, event dashplaque and most importantly, unbelievable memories (bring your camera!).this event is all about the fun and pleasure of a vintage automotive event. Even if you and your friends are unable to join the tour, please join us at the start or finish line just for the rare opportunity to see and hear the cars in action and watch the frenzied drivers and mechanics perform their endurance run tasks. Era clothes are encouraged or at least a hat! Remember these cars are at least 90 years old! This tour will be limited to 55 cars so decide early. The SCVMTFC web site will have additional registration forms at or you can contact: Larry Johnson, Tour Chairman, , larrypj@earthlink.net. Allan Greenberg, Registrar, , allang@pacbell.net

13 REGISTRATION FORM SANTA CLARA VALLEY MODEL T FORD CLUB 50 th LOWLAND TOUR Saturday, June 8, Sunday, June 9, 2019 Pre 1940 Cars Driver's Name: Phone number( ) Address: City: State: Zip: Passenger names: ( Signature ) Auto: Make: Model: Year: License #: State: Insurance Carrier: Policy #: Car club affiliations FEES: Registration Fee: $20.00 per car $ (Fee includes warm-up tour on Saturday and Lowland tour on Sunday with coffee stop refreshments, dash plaque, program, and finish line refreshments for driver and one passenger.) Optional: Coffee Stop refreshments for extra passengers. # x $3.00 $ Sunday Catered Lunch: # x $12.00 $ (Note: reservations for Sunday lunch must be in by June1) Preorder Tees by May 20 Small $17.50 XXlarge $19.00 Medium $17.50 XXXlarge $20.00 large $17.50 XXXXlarge $21.00 Xlarge $17.50 Total for Tee-Shirts $ TOTAL ENCLOSED $ This registration releases the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club and all people involved in this event from any and all liability connected with this event. Drivers are expected and agree to obey all rules of the road and operate their vehicle in a safe manner at all times. Driving in any unsafe manner may result in denial of registration for future SCVMTFC events. PLEASE DRIVE SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY Driver Signature Date: Registration deadline: June 1 st Tour Chairman: Larry Johnson larrypj@earthlink.net Registration: Allan Greenberg allang@pacbell.net Complete and mail this form with check payable to SCVMTFC for total amount to: Allan Greenberg 6832 Trinidad Drive, San Jose, CA 95120

14 UPCOMING TOURS/EVENT 50TH ANNUAL ENDURANCE RUN AND LOWLAND TOUR JUNE 8-9, 2019

15 Not going on the run but still want a shirt??? T-SHIRT ORDER FORM 50 th Annual Endurance Run and Lowland Tour T Shirts now available for presale only Price for Each Size Order Qty Total $ by Size $17.50 Small $17.50 Medium $17.50 Large $17.50 XL $19.00 XXL $20.00 XXXL $21.00 XXXXL Shipping* $ shirts $ shirts $ to 10 shirts Event T Shirt Total * Shipping is only due if not picking the t shirts up at the run. Your entry must be received by May 20 for your t shirt order to be fulfilled. There will be no shirts for sale at the event. Be sure to get your order in ASAP! Please contact Nadine with ques ons at or at ncamicia@gmail.com Make check payable to: SCVMTFC Print this form and mail it with the check to: SCVMTFC Endurance Run PO Box 1216 Los Altos, CA Delivery Informa on Name: Mail to the following address Address: City: State: Zip: Phone Number: or I will pick up at the finish line at the run

16 UPCOMING TOURS/EVENT 65th ANNAUL LONG BEACH SWAP MEET SWAP MEET AUTOMOTIVE AND HOBBY RELATED ITEMS ONLY OLD CAR PARTS, ALL MAKES, ALL MODELS, WELCOME SATURDAY JULY 20, :00AM UNTIL IT S OVER Long Beach City College Veterans Stadium 5000 Lew Davis St. Long Beach, CA. Enter off Conant St. between Lakewood Bl. and Clark Ave. $5.00 ADMISSION FREE PARKING SPACES AVAILABLE, 20 wide 16 deep Spaces are $40, or three for $100 CALL JEFF HOOD or 16

17 UPCOMING TOURS/EVENT ANTIQUE AUTOS IN HISTORY PARK SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Greetings Antique Auto Enthusiast, The largest annual antique auto show in the West is scheduled for Sunday, September 22, Save the date and also pass the date to your club members and friends. The 19th annual Antique Autos in History Park (AAHP), 635 Phelan Ave., San José, CA a Living History Day... is presented by the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club and History San José. AAHP welcomes all period correct pre-1946 vehicles. In addition to many antique vehicles, there will be participation by the Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association, displays of Early Crafts and Antique Collectibles, a Dixieland Band, Dancers, Barbershop Quartet, Blacksmith Shop Demos, Trolley Rides, History San José Open Houses, Kids Activities, Food and more. Bring the family for a day of viewing, entertainment and fun. More information to follow. Peder & Maria Jorgensen Allan Greenberg Last Year's Event scvmtfc.org historysanjose.org 17

18 SCVMTFC Meeting Minutes February 15, 2019 Mee ng Called to order by President Dan Gulko at 7:30pm Board Members in A endance: Dan Gulko, Oliver Johnson, Vicki Wildman, and Chuck Christensen Guests: President Dan welcomed our guests Larry Johnson (Oliver's father), and Norm Josephson Secretary: Vicki Wildman - No board mee ng readings Reading: No reading Vice President (Correspondence): No correspondence Treasurer: Mary Beaman - Budget was completed and approved for January and February by the board. We have money in our treasury. Programs: Chuck Christensen Model T Snowmobiles Backfire Editor: Audrey Johnson - Not present Tours: Bob & Pat Meneely Past Tours Bill Bra told us about the great ride-able train tour. Dan Gulko reported his father derailed to trains. Sculpture Tour March 16 th Mozart Founda on Automobile Museum. Filled up and Allan cannot extend further invita ons to other clubs. More details in the newsle er. 18

19 SCVMTFC Meeting Minutes (cont.) Tours: Bob & Pat Meneely (cont.) March 24th Tall Ships tour to be led by Chuck April 13 th Saratoga Blossom fes val. April 20 th Bunnies and Bonnets parade down town Campbell. See the Backfire and Website for addi onal tours through November Public Rela ons: Glenn Wildman will check with Mandego Apparel about club jackets Opportunity Drawing: The winner of the 50/50 drawing received $34 with $34 going to the club Next General Mee ng: Friday, March 15th at 7:30 pm at the Fire sta on Next Board Mee ng: Monday, March 11th at 7:30 pm at the Meenley s Respec ully submi ed by, Vicki and Glenn Wildman 19

20 STORIES/NOTES Join me in congratulating our very own Nikkie for winning the 2018 Golden Mouse Website Award 20

21 STORIES/NOTES Are you a member of the Model T Ford Club of America? If not, join us. The form is on the website. Along with helping the club you get a great monthly magazine that keeps you posted on all things Motel T HOW DO YOU GET YOUR NEWSLETTER If you are currently ge ng the newsle er by mail you are not ge ng the full version. If would like to get the full newsle er by (in color!) please contact me at DON T LET THIS BE YOUR LAST BACKFIRE 21

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25 THE GENERAL STORE Stuff for sale or trade. Submit your ads to Audrey Johnson (408) or Ads will be run for 3 months unless cancelled. FOR SALE: 1926 Model T Ford $ 12, or Best Offer. We have a family car my brother (Donald) had almost done before he passed. New paint, interior, top, and wiring almost done. Been garaged. This is a cute car with most of the work done. Must sell. Take a look and make an offer. Thanks Karl Skow - (831) FOR SALE: 1919 Model T Center Door Original Exterior and Interior. Extras include: Engine rebuild with Model A cranksha, dual down dra carbs, 12volt alternator, distributor, turn signals, Rocky Mtn. brakes, Ruchsrell 2 speed rear end. Runs and drives great. I in turn will get you in touch with the owner. He is very knowledgeable in regards to the car but I would like to contact him first to make him aware of the call he will be ge ng for the car. I hope you all understand. $14, Contact Steven Maciel (408) FREE TO A GOOD HOME: 90+ issues of THE VINTAGE FORD. They Larry Johnson larrypj@earthlink.net or cover about 1990 through All are in excellent condi on. FOR SALE: Hello All, Mom has moved into her new 1880 s family home in Hollister. We are cleaning dad s garage in Santa Clara and want our T friends to have first look. Please give me a call about what you might be looking for and to schedule a viewing. It looks like we may have numerous older engines and frames to make a few speedsters. Piles of fenders, wheels, front ends, you get the picture. Mom is looking forwards to having you visit her on the Hollister ranch and I have a couple of late 20 s cars and trucks to show you when there. Thank you, Karl Skow - (831) message or text (02/19) 25

26 LET S SAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO: Ed Archer 4 Kevin O Keefe 8 Carolyn Eichin 14 Larry Johnson 23 none CATCHING UP ON ROSTER Nothing this Month NOTE FROM EDITOR Spread the Word. Our 50th Endurance Run is going to be the best yet. Go to pages for the Endurance Run or Pages for the Lowland Tour. Can t do the tour this year but still want the t-shirt? Go to pages 5 and 6. QUOTES FROM HENRY FORD 26

27 SCVMTFC is a chapter of the Model T Ford Club of America. General meetings are held the third Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Fire Station #2, 1900 Walsh Ave., Santa Clara, CA. New members and curious visitors are always welcome you don t have to own a T to belong or to visit. SCVMTFC membership is $20 per year. Send dues to Ivan Jorgensen, 475 W. Sunnyoak Ave, Campbell, CA Membership in Model T Ford Club of America is encouraged. Dues are $40 per year. Send dues to: MTFCA, P.O. Box 996, Richmond, IN, Officers: *President: Dan Gulko 408/ *Vice President: Oliver Johnson 650/ *Secretary: Vicki Wildman 408/ *Treasurer: Mary Beaman 408/ *Backfire Editor: Audrey Johnson 408/ Coordinators: *Touring: Bob and Pat McNeely *Programs: Chuck Christensen 408/ *Membership: Ivan Jorgensen 408/ *Tech & Safety: Jim Boyden 408/ Endurance Run Glenn Wildman & 408/ & Lowland Tour: Larry Johnson 408/ Librarian: Dick Hess 408/ Web Site: Nikkie Gulko 408/ Refreshments: Karen Archer 510/ Historian Lucy Greenberg 408/ Sunshine Helen Christensen 408/ Public Relations Allan Greenberg 408/ AAHP Chair Peder and Maria 408/ Jorgensen AAHP Co Chair Allan and Lucy 408/ Greenberg *Past President Bill Bratt 650/ (*BoardMembers) S