June 2009 Monthly Magazine of the SOUTHERN DISTRICTS CAR CLUB INC ESTABLISHED 1966 James Rodda Victorious at Round 1 of the SA Autocross Championship and Round 1 of the SA Clubman Series! Photo courtesy of Skot Carter, Offwiththepixels Photography, offiwththepixels@yahoo.com JUN 10 G E N E R A L M E E T I N G MEETING HELD AT WOMEN S PLAYING FIELDS, CORNER AYLIFFS RD & SHEPHERDS HILL RD JUN14 ACM MOTORSPORT MULTI-CLUB KHANACROSS SERIES ROUND 2 TAILEM BEND JUN 27 ROBERTSTOWN RALLY SARC ROUND 3 JUL 4 JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2 LANAC PARK JUL 5 SDCC KHANACROSS SERIES ROUND 2 LANAC PARK JUL 12 WIRRINA RALLYSPRINT SA CLUBMAN SERIES ROUND 2 JUL 12 SMART WAX MOTORKHANA SERIES ROUND 2 BIG W, MONARTO AUG 1-2 1 RALLY SA SA RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 3 SDCC INC PO BOX 3 MORPHETT VALE SOUTH AUSTRALIA 5162 www.sdcc.asn.au
President Vice President SOUTHERN DISTRICTS CAR CLUB INC Junior Vice President Secretary Treasurer Competition Secretary 2009 COMMITTEE MEMBERS Darryl Power Jim McGough James Rodda Bonnie McGough David Charlton Marc Tillett Membership Andrew Brideson H: 08 8177 3522 Editor CAMS Delegate(s) Minute Secretary Lanac Park Co-Ord Equipment Officer Public Relations Bonnie McGough Michael Clements (Voting) James Rodda (Alt) Pauline Tillett (General) David Charlton (Exec) Kevin Power Andrew Brideson Neville Smallacombe James Rodda JDP Co-Ordinator Andrew Brideson H: 08 8177 3522 Web Site Rally Panel Delegates Bonnie McGough Jim McGough Mitchell Hall Canteen Claudia Clark H: 08 8322 6600 M/Khana & K/Cross Panel Delegate 4 Parari Street Sheidow Park 5158 M: 0412 808 099 33 Brookland Valley Drive Woodcroft 5162 H: 08 8325 2238 M: 0419 030 695 H: 08 8536 6192 M: 0423 856 585 Email: jrodda@rallypower.net 33 Brookland Valley Drive Woodcroft 5162 H: 08 8325 2238 M: 0419 008 100 16 Abraxas Court Aberfoyle Park 5159 H: 08 8322 6600 M: 0409 592 547 5 Dellvale Court Flagstaff Hill 5159 H: 08 8270 5573 M: 0412 175 224 H: 08 8325 2238 M: 0419 008 100 Email: teammcgough@internode.on.net H: 08 8537 3188 M: 0418 804 105 H: 08 8536 6192 M: 0423 856 585 H: 08 8270 5573 H: 08 8322 6600 M: 0409 592 547 H: 08 8323 8951 M: 0417 086 414 H: 08 8177 3522 44 Prince Charles Street Morphett Vale 5162 H: 08 8325 1296 M: 0412 087 094 H: 08 8536 6192 M: 0423 856 585 Email: jrodda@rallypower.net www.sdcc.asn.au H: 08 8325 2238 M: 0419 008 100 Email: teammcgough@internode.on.net H: 08 8325 2238 M: 0419 030 695 (Jim) Graham Van der Hoek H: 08 8381 4598 M: 0417 546 787 Life Members Brian Percy... 1979 Christine Smallacombe... 1987 Bob Whyatt... 1998 Rosemary Grave... 1981 Neville Smallacombe... 1987 Marc Tillett... 2003 Jan Adey... 1987 Trevor Palmer... 1989 David Charlton... 2006 Ray Adey... 1987 John Carli... 1994 Michael Clements... 2009 Graham West (Club Founder)... 1987 Keryl Carli... 1994 Seal holder Neville Smallacombe Auditor Joe Stacey, 89 Oakley Rd Mclaren Flat Postal address: PO Box 3 Morphett Vale 5162 General meetings: 2nd Wednesday of each month at the women's playing fields, corner Ayliffs Rd & Shepherds Hill Rd Website: www.sdcc.asn.au The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the editors or of the Southern Districts Car Club (SDCC) committee and no responsibility will be accepted for the same.
Presidents Report After a busy month last month with the running of the asp Mt Alma Mile, it was on going for a few of us with the preparation for the biggest event for the S.D.C.C. calendar, the 2009 asp/cut Price Rentals Adelaide Hills Tarmac Rally. The Rally was run over two days and once again was based at Penny s Hill winery. We were very lucky with the weather over the two days, being a bit cool in the mornings but the rain kept away for most of the event except for the last two stages on Sunday. There must be a thankyou to our sponsor s, asp (application Service Provider), Cut price Truck Rentals, Koala Car Rentals, Clemco Almonds, Penny s Hill Winery, Kumho Tyres, Perkins Auto Repairs and Event Power and Light. Without these people it would be make it a lot harder to run these events. The biggest thankyou must go to everyone who took the time on Friday to help set up everything at Penny s Hill Winery. The crew from asp did a great job getting everything ready for the instant timing for the event, with computer screen in the barn as well as a screen at the bottom of Rally Headquarters; this made it so much easier for everyone to see the times for each crew competing. The pack up on the Monday was fantastic; for once we were done by early evening. It was good to see some new faces helping instead of the same people that help at other events we run. As a club we were able to raise a good amount of money for our 2009 charity Cure for Cystic Fibrosis. Thank you to everyone who supported this charity during the event. The Team from Cure 4 CF did a fantastic job on Saturday night cooking the BBQ for about 320 people including the officials and competitors for the event. Once again Michael Clements and his dedicated committee ran a very good event, with no complaints from the competitor s and we have only received good comments so far. Until next month Darryl Power Australian Central Community Lottery Tickets Due Back! If you haven t already done so, please return all lottery books and monies to Christine Smallacombe at the June general meeting or call her ASAP on 8325 1296 or 0412 087 094 to make alternative arrangements.
Event Power and Light Southern SA Autocross @ Lanac Park 2/5/09 Michael Clements taking a well deserved break from rally preparations Triston Casey pushes just a little too hard Mitchell Hall giving it all he s got! Mal Dodd s beetle landing untidily just before its unfortunate demise One of many Mt Gambier visitors for the SA Autocross Championship Sandy Nott flicking it neatly into the hairpin Dave Charlton throws it sideways on the entry to the hairpin Simon West s flying leap still not enough for podium after an earlier WD Photos courtesy of Skot Carter, offwiththepixels@yahoo.com
Rally Power Motorsport Take Out Clubman Round 1 2 nd May saw the running of the 2009 Southern SA Autocross, being round 1 of the Autosport Clubman series and Hyundai Rally series. The event attracted 40 entrants to a damp Lanac Park which was a great turn out. The first run saw Simon West in the ex Bob Whyatt Evo 5 take the lead followed by Mitchell Hall and myself, only separated by under a second. Run 2 saw an anti-clock wise direction run over the front straight jump. Drivers where testing the limits and car strength over the jump. Everyone negotiated the jump safely until Mal Dodd in his beetle lost control and sent it rolling along the bank in front of the timing shed, brushing photographer Skot Carter on the way past. Luckily both walked away with only minor injures. The run saw Mitchell take the lead with myself in second and Simon now in 3 rd. Times remained similar until the 4 th run, which used parts of the H track. This run proved how important our codrivers are, and how reliant we must be for them to give us directions, with both Simon and Mitchell making small errors resulting in wd s. This moved Michael and I in to the top 2 placings with the improving Sandy Nott in 3 rd. Times remained consistent for the rest of the competitive runs though afternoon and the night time runs. The event concluded with a great finish in 1 st for myself, considering the new support in Safeguard Insurance Brokers and Focus Home Improvements who have joined us for this year. Michael Clements in 2 nd 13 seconds back, Sandy Nott 3 rd, Mitchell and Simon back up to 4 th and 5 th. Also was great to see Bradley Clements make an impact in the results finishing an amazing 7 th Outright. Hopefully we will see Bradley and even Guy Tyler out giving the rally guys a run for their money in the near future, and showing the talent that comes out of the JDP! James Rodda Hi everyone! Editor s Report First up I d like to thank to Anne-Marie Pijanka (one of our newer club members), James Rodda, Darryl Power and Skot Carter for providing material to go in this month s magazine. I always enjoy looking at pics and reading about what is happening amongst our membership, particularly the trials and tribulations and how people have learned from them. This month is no exception. Hope you enjoy the read as much as me! As most of you will know, the asp / Cut Price Adelaide Hills Tarmac Rally has been run and won just a couple of days before print deadline. I m hoping a couple of you might be so kind as to enlighten us all as to what the event held for you. Competitors and officials alike! Contributions for the July magazine are due by 1 st July at the very latest, but if you can get them in earlier then that will make my life a lot easier! Please send all articles to editor@sdcc.asn.au. Hope to hear from you soon! Until next month, happy and safe motoring! Bonnie McGough
Inter-Club Ten Pin Bowling Night Friday 191 th June As winners of last year s event, SDCC is again hosting this year s inter-club bowling night! Where: Cross Road Bowls When: Friday 19 th June, 7pm for a 7:30pm start Cost: SDCC has negotiated a package which includes 2 games and a meal to enjoy during the evening $25 Adult includes a hamburger and drink (beer, wine or soft drink) $22 Child U14 includes a hotdog, fries soft drink and 2 tokens for games machines Please book by calling Chris Smallacombe on 8325 1296 or 0412 087 094 to assist with arrangements. Rockford Financial Services Pty Ltd ABN 76 122 343 284 FINANCIAL PLANNING ESTATE PLANNING PENSION PLANNING Incorporating Superannuation, Life, Trauma & Disablement Insurances, Salary Packaging, Disability Income Insurance Managed Funds Investments Trusts Annuities Reverse Mortgages Advice is provided by Bob Whyatt, CFP, Dip All, FAFA, and Rockford Financial Services Pty Ltd ABN 76 122 343 284 Authorised Representatives of AMP Financial planning Pty Limited ABN 89 051 208 327 AFS Licence No. 232706 Level 8, 33 Alfred St Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Office located 1 st Floor, 115 Carrington Street, ADELAIDE SA 5000 Phone 8419 2200 Mobile 0418 816 889 Fax 8227 2440 E mail bob.whyatt@ampfp.com.au application service provider applications anywhere anytime applications anywhere anytime We have been providing IT system support to a wide range of clients, from national corporations to sole traders, since 1996. Drawing on our extensive knowledge of networks and providing client access to our own centralised server farms, we act as IT systems administrator for our clients, taking care of the day to day tasks associated with system maintenance be it at our aspcentre or at our client s sites. Our people are experts in remote data management and offer specialised IT support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With asp you can securely access your company's applications and data from anywhere you may have access to the Internet at anytime you choose.
An event update from ADRacing 2009 ACM Khanacross Series Round 2 We entered the ACM Tailem Bend Khanacross event on Sunday May 23, all I can say is we had the best looking numbers! This was the first event for Dylan and the first event with SU's on the Datsun. Preparation went well, we checked everything on the car, bled the clutch and changed the plugs before we left. I had found this stuff called liquid chalk - it comes in pretty colours and we use it on the windows in the war room at work. We left at 6 am through the rain and the Datsun travelled well as we drove to Tailem, did not skip a beat. We registered, got our numbers (4/16), painted them in green and blue on the windows and passed inspection - all was honky dory. The start was delayed and patiently we sat idling, entered the starting garage, put the foot down to accelerate, well the Datsun had a different idea, it gurgled, burped and petered to an embarrassing stop and would not restart, the Datsun was towed out, to the car park. We started bringing tools up from the pit lane, we were gratefully assisted by Brendan and Guy (yellow Toyota - top dudes) and a guy with a light blue Datsun 1600 (no 19 painted on the side - no idea of his name). After eliminating the su's and the electrics from the equation, we discovered that our plugs had fouled, the su's are running a bit rich (which we knew, but didn't think it would cause such an issue). Cleaned the plugs and missing the first round, we entered out of order for the second run, all went well for beginners. Third round went ok, lunch, so we cleaned the plugs again. Our tactic was to clean the plugs every second run, but the car before us would leave getting ready for the garage really late, so when we went to enter for the fourth run, I stated the car - this time she ran, backfired and coughed and spluttered everywhere, we popped the bonnet to find, that 1st and 2nd lead were on the wrong way around, swapped them around and away we went again - running out of order. Cool, we checked the motor after the fourth run, and found a bolt had come off the radiator shroud, so we used good old gaffer tape. I rolled up for the queue for the next run, one of the marshals came up and said "so you re the culprit - I was wondering what the hell I had done, but I had done nothing - they had found a wheel nut in the pit lane - it happened to be off the RHS rear of the Datsun. With the wheel nuts checked again, I ran out of order - yet again. The last run, and Dylan completed his run, lost a bit of control and when he straightened out - I noticed the front number plate hanging by one bolt. This was wired back into place for the drive home. We cleaned the plugs and drove back to Adelaide without the car missing a beat again. So Tailem Bend was a Murphy's event, what could go wrong - did. I thought that if anything was going to fall off, it would at Lanac, but Tailem was the event bolts decided to unravel. From this event we have learnt, that we need to ensure our crucial tools are in the one box, that we need to take a supply of wheel nuts, bolts and screws - just in case, and the su's need to be leaned out. I accompanied Dylan on the first run only, which was good, as I wanted him to make his own decision, learn from his own mistakes, and I think this has started. He is asking questions about power slides, and hand braking, which I cannot answer, so we are now on a quest for information on these topics.
All I can say is we will never be the fastest, but we have the best looking numbers, ours looked as good at the start as they did when we arrived back in Adelaide, the rain did not have a great impact on them. And now off the record - not taking anything away from the Tailem event, we also learnt that there was a difference and that SDCC is a lot more organized, professional in their approach, and has the better facilities. We have been spoiled by being at Lanac with SDCC. There were no green/red flags, no slaloms', only change lanes, one car on the track at a time. Dylan ran one run with the window down, as he had seen others do this (I quickly laid the law down on that one), explaining why it is not safe to run with the windows down, unless we had window netting, etc, etc. Tailem, was fast and we found the surface to be quite slippery - especially with our standard road tyres. We have kept the red stick on numbers from our first event from Lanac, they are ceremoniously placed on the inside of our boot. We are very appreciative of the efforts and organization of the people at SDCC, and to let you know that we think you all are doing a top job. All in all a good day was had by all, lessons learned, we are still concerned about being so slow and I am always conscious of holding people up. The Datsun and I had a number of arguments over her backend behavior, and in some places, you would have thought I was running my own imaginary slaloms, trying to work out what I can do better to avoid getting bent out of shape, but did manage to control the Datsun, except for once. The su's have made a significant difference to the car, extremely responsive to power now, so it is just getting used to this. See pictures of the pretty numbers - easy to see and easy to rub off - I can categorically state we may be slow but we have the best looking numbers in town! Anne-Marie Pijanka ACM Motorsport SA Kumho Motorsport Dealer PHONE: 0417 897 913 Fax: 08 8262 6914 37 MIRA STREET GEPPS CROSS 5094 Email: andrewmills@adam.com.au ABN 20 551 724 541 V70A V700 R800 TYRE RANGE S700 C03 W700
SDCC General Meeting Minutes Date: 13/05/2009 Topic Detail Action Meeting Opened 8.15 pm Apologies Visitors/Guests Previous Minutes Business Arising from Minutes Correspondence In Claire Ryan Andrew Webber presented with Trophy previously won Moved David C, 2 nd Marc T that minutes of previous meeting held 08/04/09 were true and correct. Carried Nil As listed CAMS -Invoice ACM Round (Tarmac Rally $1320) -Statement o/s amount of $595.00 General -Bank Statements (2) General and JDP -Invoice Southern Trophies ($249.90 Autocross) -Statement City Trophies o/s $794.90 -Invoice City Trophies $765.50 (to be clarified) -Invoice Tranceiver Services (paid $3002) -Invoice marked paid (RSEA) -Invoice $99.00 (Safety transfers) -Invoice - Chariot -Thank you letter from Cure4CF for Mt Alma involvement -AMP quarterly statement -Membership enquiries -ACM Series Nissan/Datsun details of payment for entries on website Correspondence Out Membership Editor s and Website Report Canteen Report Social Magazines SCC Newsletter Advertising -Shannons, Pallet Breaker Wine List, Sea & Vines Festival, Precision Shims, RSB Odd Soxs Day, SA Trophy & Badge brochure. -SDCC Magazine -responses to Email enquiries 192 (128 adults, 64 others). -Website updated with magazine. Bonnie requested articles early for June magazine please -Autocross information uploaded -Results updates coming soon -Banked approx $1294 from Mt Alma Hillclimb. -Profit from Day/Night $420.55 -Some monies kept to purchase stock for future events -Meeting a/c Chris & Neville advised $81.30 from cans/bottles plus tea/coffee, choc bars totaling $97.30 Past Events: None to report Future Events: -10 pin bowling proposed FRIDAY, 29 JUNE 7.00 FOR 7.30 pm $25 for 2 games & food -Go Carts date to be finalized shortly BMcG BMCG MT
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Competition Report Past Events: -Monarto Motorkhana awaiting results. 52 entries. -Autocross 2/5/09 good entry numbers and good event all round. Congratulations to Jim and Bonnie for all their efforts especially as they put their hands up at the last minute to run the event. James Rodda 1 st, Michael Clements 2 nd, S Knott 3 rd. Great to see so many Mount Gambier people coming down (or should that be up!). (see future events for their event details). Canteen did an excellent job thanks to Claudia and team of helpers. Bonnie thanked all officials who gave of their time. Future Events: -24/5 ACM Khanacross Round 2 Tailem Bend - 30/5 ASP Adelaide Hills Tarmac Rally Michael Clements gave detailed report on how the organization was coming along. Just waiting on final council approval but all good to go. - 14/6 ACM VW event. Marc T moved that: with regard to Tarmac Rally - qualification for the President s Trophy is 1 st SDCC team home Saturday Night, regardless of whether SARC or Tarmac entry 2 nd Jim McG Carried State Council SARP Khana Panel Public Relations -Date for Workshops TBA -Discussion on Licence age limits -VWCC date change approved -Panel has sent letter to CAMS regarding cost of permits for Rallies. -Discussion Allocated numbers/alternative signage proposal -Discussion lack of promotion of Tarmac Rally by CAMS on their website. CAMS will address issue with web administrator -OLT s acceptable for Hill Climbs -Discussion State of Origin teams for Rally SA -Contact Lists - release subject to prior approval (ticked appropriate box) No report Graham did not attend meeting -James confirmed several articles in various print media including Meadows local -Coast FM Radio Community network to broadcast events -Regular notices in Advertiser Motoring News Lanac Park -Current state of grader still requires work and parts will cost $1240 -Discussion to explore costs of replacing tractor further discussion later executive committee to review Executive Treasurer s Report Cheques for Approval $79.05 Bonnie McGough (magazine printing) $249.00 Southern Trophies $55.10 D Charlton (fuel/oil generator Autocross) $93.75 x 3 refunds for Autocross as recorded $20.00 Jim McGough (fuel/towing light towers, cleaning as required) $12.15 Andrew Brideson fuel (generator 2 Autocross) Moved T Palmer, that cheques be approved for payment 2 nd Marc Tillett. Carried
JDP Rally Reports General Business Meeting closed Next Meeting 17/5 1 st session 28 starters Andrew to follow up status of JDP cars Tarmac Rally is GOOD TO GO..Officials needed for both days. Register online. All information on ASP Tarmac Rally web site -Insurance on timing equipment should be a priority considering value of equipment. Consideration of storage should not be kept at any one person s private residence. Howie suggested we pursue through CAMS insurer/broker. -CAMS Event Packs less paperwork in the pack in effort to reduce duplication. - Christine Smallacombe CONGRATULATIONS Christine raised $780 towards Leukemia Foundation. Ron Blakemore moved that SDCC contribute to Christine s efforts by club donating the difference taking the total figure up to $1000. 2 nd H Ryan. Carried -Darryl Power and Ron Blakemore will travel to Melbourne to attend Course Assessor s Workshop - Naomi Tillett CONGRATULATIONS to Naomi for a fantastic result in Targa Tasmania. Naomi, co-driving with Tony Quinn in Nissan GTR took out 1 st place. 10.25 pm. General: 10/06/09 Committee: 24/06/09 (Chris & Nev s) Andrew B WISE CHOICE TYRE SERVICE FAX 08 8326 5433 PH 08 8326 1335 www.tyresandmore.com.au We provide a wide range of tyres & services to meet your needs, just call 13 66 73 WISE CHOICE TYRES & MORE 4 ALDERSHOT ROAD LONSDALE SA 5160 open 6 days Adopt a Junior Development Car The Junior Development vehicles need homes. There are three SEPARATE tasks and any help is appreciated: Storage of the car between JDP events Transport the car to and from the 4 JDP days Wash, charge and check in preparation for the JDP days Please contact SDCC if you can help with ANY of the above. Even if you can only do ONE of the items above it will help reduce the workload for the JDP program.