February 2016

Volume 38, Issue 2 A Diablo Valley Mustang Association Publication

The Feed Bag Rosie The Riveter and The Great Train Expo

Saturday, January 9th Saturday, January 9th started overcast and threaten-

ing rain for the Great Train Expo and the Rosie the Riv-eter site visit. It stayed overcast and it did rain.

There were five of us, eventually, who met up at the Craneway Pavilion, the old Ford plant, in Richmond for the train show. Apparently I miscommunicated with Marlene and Rusty on the time, so Karen, Harry and I met them at the train show.

There were lots of trains and toys of all scales for sale and several G , HO and N scale modular layouts on display. Noticeably missing were the O scale and Lego

displays. Marlene and Rusty found some train related shirts and a jacket at discounted prices. There was nothing train related that I absolutely had to have, so I went away empty handed.

After walking the sales and display area a couple of times, we walked around the waterfront from the train show to the Rosie the Riveter Richmond and National Park Site. We also discovered a great restaurant, As-semble, open for breakfast and lunch daily that is locat-ed in the Craneway Pavilion building adjacent to the Rosie the Riveter Museum.

The highlight of the Rosie experience is the 94 year old National Park Ranger, Betty Reid Soskin. Harry and Karen had another engagement that afternoon, so Marlene, Rusty and I got tickets for Ms Soskin’s presentation that afternoon. (Continued on Page 4)

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DVMA Membership Information

Membership is open to any Mustang enthusiast. Dues are $30.00 per year plus a $10.00 first year initiation fee. Business card size advertising is $50.00

(25.00 for members) for 12 monthly issues. ¼ page ads are $100.00 per year. Other advertising and insert rates are available. Members are allowed brief,

one-time For Sale and Wanted ad’s.

DVMA Objectives

To provide a common meeting ground for Mustang Owners

and further the enjoyment of ownership: to include

workshops, question and answer sessions and technical

sessions. To promote a more favorable relationship with

the general motoring public. To further the preservation and

restoration of all Mustangs. MOST IMPORTANTLY TO

HAVE FUN.

DVMA General Information

The DVMA meets on the second Wednesday of

each month at Fuddruckers. The Board of Directors

meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at one

of the Board Members homes on a rotating basis.

Club Meetings

When: The second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 PM...Arrive early to order food. Order and pick up

your food downstairs. Bring your food upstairs to the meeting.

Where: Fuddruckers

1975 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA 94520

(925) 825-1443 In the Willows Shopping Center

Directions

From the South:

Take Highway 680 North to Willow Pass Road. Exit at Willow Pass Road and at the light at the bottom of the

ramp, turn right. Move immediately into the left lane and turn left on Diamond Boulevard (the next traffic light).

Stay in the left lane and turn left into the Willows Shopping Center.

From the North:

Take Highway 680 South to Willow Pass Road. Exit at Willow Pass Road and turn left at the light at the bottom of

the ramp. Turn left on Diamond Boulevard and stay in the left lane. Turn left into the Willows Shopping Center.

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P.O. Box 21674 Concord, CA 94521

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email: dvmaeditor@aol.com, or,

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2014-15 DVMA Officers President John Haugrud hogdude@astound.net

Vice President Dean Cofer cdcofer@astound.net

Secretary Karen Davis harrykaren@comcast.net

Treasurer/Membership Jim Blair JRBlair@pacbell.net

Board Member Hugh Blackwell hqandsally@sbcglobal.net

Board Member Larry Booth larry_booth@hotmail.com

Board Member Dave Wallace overrks@yahoo.com

Newsletter Editor Ed Guldner dvmaeditor@aol.com

Tour Coordinator Harry Davis harrykaren@comcast.net

Sergeant-at-Arms Joe Dearing joedearing@att.net

Past President Barbara Guidotti guidotti@prodigy.net

Webmaster (appointed) Dean Cofer webmaster@dvma.org

Storekeeper (appointed) Joe Dearing joedearing@att.net

Hospitality (appointed) Sharon Dearing sharondearing@att.net

MCA Representative Ron Freitas ronfreitas1016@sbcglobal.net

Historian (appointed) Vacant

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and

accessories

including Ford

Motorsport

Apparel and

Classic

Novelty Items

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HOURS: M-F 9:00am - 5:00pm, Sat 9:00 -2:00 ,

Closed Sun. (Pacific Time)

Phone Orders Only: 1-800-664-8350

Telephone & Technical

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FAX: 925-634-5820

Postal address: 1091 Balfour Rd. Brentwood, CA

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February 2016 John to Larry Booth: “What are you

doing here?” Larry back to John: “What are YOU doing here?” Well, we were both at the club board meeting this week instead of wandering the aisles at the annual Scottsdale Barrett-Jackson car auction. I try to get down for this yearly auction as often as I can since Barrett-Jackson and the prices they are getting for any particular type of car, like the classic collectable Mustangs, really sets the bar for that following year.

I must say, I’m like a kid in a candy store when I’m checking out all these beauties. As a restorer, I’m looking for that car that has the winning combination of rarity, a high degree of restoration, and it doesn’t hurt if someone famous has owned or driven it!

All the auto auctions, Barrett-Jackson in particular, know that you can cover a multitude of sins with good lighting. Those cars all look great under the lights, but the smart shopper will get up close to look for any evidence of rust that might indicate the paint was slapped on over a rusted area---not good.

The best cars often include a rating from a respected judging organization. For Corvettes it’s Bloomington Gold; for Mustangs it’s MCA Gold. These certifications ensure that a high standard

has been reached. If you enjoy going to the auctions or watching them on TV you’ll often hear the auctioneer use terms like “numbers matching,” “rotisserie restoration,” “nut & bolt restoration,” “Emenger Report,” “Marti Report,” and “MCA Gold.” Other terms like “concourse trailered” and “thoroughbred unrestored” are also things that drive Mustang prices on the block. And if you think you hear the auctioneer say “Bob Perkins-owned,” you can add additional value, for sure.

Barrett Jackson has once again invited MCA to partner with the auction as they recognize how important Mustang Club of America is to the collector car market. Did you know that Ford has gotten together with Barrett Jackson to create a Barrett-Jackson Ford Mustang? I’m guessing that will be a collector car some day.

I’m starting to get the jitters just writing about Barrett-Jackson. I may not be attending the auction in person this year but I can still watch it on TV. Some of you are fan fanatics for the Warriors or the Super Bowl. Me, I’ll be faithfully watching Barrett-Jackson!

Don’t forget, we have a club meeting on Feb 10 at 7pm at Fuddrucker’s. Barrett-Jackson will be over by then and I’ll be looking for a meeting of Auction-holics Anonymous to get through to next year.

John Haugrud 925 691-1882, hogdude@astound.net

DVMA Dispatch

Adopt-a-Street and First Saturday Breakfast Saturday, February 6th at 9:00 am

We will meet in the Seafood City parking lot at 9 am and break into groups to clean up Diamond Blvd. Bring a 5 gallon bucket to hold the trash bag. Breakfast will follow at a place to be decided after clean-up. This lasts 45 minutes to an hour. Breakfast is usually lively, and, as Larry says, “If you are not there, we will talk about you.” So for your protection, you need to join us. And, you are doing a public service, too.

The dates for the rest of the year are April 30, August 6 and November 5. Mark your calendar.

Stangs Across the Straits VI Saturday, February 27th

Robin Paulsell has invited DVMA to participate in his sixth Stangs Across the Straits. This is a road rally that he puts on annu-ally for Golden Hills Mustang Club to balance out the bridge tolls he pays driving across the Carquinez Bridge to GHMC events. He figures all Golden Hills Mustangers coming to Crockett and paying the toll to get home equals what he pays throughout the year.

That being said, this is a fun event, rain or shine, and it has rained. The hills around Crockett, Pinole, Port Costa and Martinez

are quite beautiful, if you can see them through the fog and rain. The cost is a measly $7 per person for lunch. There is no

charge for the rally. You must preregister this year, there will not be any day of rally entries. It takes too long to enter the partici-pants on the day of the rally. (Note: The entry form was emailed to all members on December 3rd and one will be emailed again with the February Event Calendar.)

Robin Paulsell’s East Bay Classics is located at 1000 Loring Ave. in Crockett.

Mustangs Plus Car Show Saturday, April 16th

We understand there will be a Spring car show at Mustangs Plus on Saturday, April 16th. We will have more details as they become available and send out updates by email as we get them.

National Mustang Say Sunday, April 17th

What are you going to do for your Mustang on Sunday, April 17th. We will keep you posted here and by email on any events.

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Rosie the Riveter and the Great Train Expo (Continued)

We walked the displays and went downstairs to the theater for a movie presentation on the Japanese-American flower growers from Richmond who were interred during World War 2. Ms Soskin came in and introduced a short clip about the women working in the Kaiser Shipyard in Richmond.

After the film, Ms Soskin presented a different viewpoint of the women working at Kaiser. The first clarification was that Kaiser Shipyard did not hire any-

body. All staffing was done by the union. The order of precedence for hiring was white males, then either white females or males of color, black or brown, depending on availability of able bodied souls due to the war effort. There were no women of color working as Rosies. Ms Soskin worked as

a clerk at the union updating member addresses. She was the sole person of color working there during World War 2.

Also there were no riveters at Kaiser. There were welders. Rosie the Welder just doesn’t have the same ring as Rosie the Riv-eter. Airplanes were riveted and ships were welded.

This museum is a real treasure, and worth a visit. The site is a Richmond City Park with support from the National Park Service. Ms Soskin said she makes a presentation 5 days a week. Being a City park there is no admis-sion fee. It is located at 1414 Harbour Way South in Richmond, behind the Craneway Pavilion. Go to the web site for close in parking and times that Ms Soskin will be working. Ed Guldner

New Advertiser We welcome Rob Brandt of Bill Brand Ford as a

new advertiser. Rob will be offering some special dis-counts on parts and service.

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More Christmas Party Pictures More Pictures Next Month

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DVMA General Meeting Minutes, Fuddruckers, Concord, CA January 13, 2016 The meeting was called to order by President John Haugrud at

7:00 pm at Fuddruckers in Concord CA. Happy New Year 2016! John welcomed everyone in attendance. GUESTS – Bruce Pimentel has a 2016 Mustang convertible, mag-

netic color. He has recently retired and is joining DVMA. Tara is a guest, with the Neary family.

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES – Sharon Dearing an-nounced the list of birthdays and anniversaries for January. Congratu-lations to each birthday person and anniversary celebrants.

MCA has a planned Show in Reno, June 3-5, 2016. The Show will be our closest MCA judged Show in 2016. Cars are judged by rules and not in classes. Pre-register to show your car. Contact is John Haugrud. There will be information in the Event Book.

MCA REGIONAL DIRECTOR and REP, Ron Freitas – Ron re-ported that a drive from the west coast to Indianapolis for MCA’s 40th birthday will be planned, and he will have details next month. If those plans do not materialize, Ron wants to plan a drive for DVMA mem-bers. It is not required to be an MCA member to attend the birthday party.

TREASURER – Jim Blair – Jim reported the bank balance and requested those who haven’t paid their dues to see him at this meeting.

NEWSLETTER – Ed Guldner – Ed reported that the Jan 9 Train Expo (Show and Sale) was a fun event for several members. Ed will have an article in the newsletter about the train tour and visit to Rosie the Riveter exhibit at Craneway Pavilion in Richmond. Ed needs arti-cles and Car of the Month info.

Members enjoyed a break for cookies and discussions. SECRETARY, Karen Davis – Karen reported that the Dec 13

Christmas party was a fun event for 32 members. DVMA paid about half the cost for those who enjoyed the lunch. In addition, Karen has placed some MCA magazines on tables in the room and encouraged everyone to take the magazines and join MCA. One table was pin-pointed for members to introduce themselves and say a few words about their cars.

TOUR DIRECTOR – Harry Davis requested all to sign up for events in the Event Book.

February 6 – Adopt-A-Street February 6 – Breakfast with Members, following the Adopt-A-

Street February 6 – California Auto Museum in Sacramento. Meet at

Baja Fresh and leave at noon to drive to Sacramento for an afternoon visit to the Museum. This is a free entry day for everyone. Contact is Harry Davis.

February 27 – The 6th annual edition of Stangz Across the Straits features a 3-stage rally on the backroads of Contra Costa County. All makes and models of vehicles are welcome. Start at East Bay Classics in Crocket before 9:00 am. Lunch $7. Pre-registration only. DVMA members are invited to join members of Golden Hills. Flyers available in Event Book.

April 24 – Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show in Half Moon Bay at the Airport. Pre-register on the website before April 15 for $40 cost per machine. Walk-in is $25 adults.

VICE PRESIDENT, Dean Cofer – Dean led the raffle fun with prize winners being Anne Haugrud, Brian Neary, Christopher The-odorou, and Jemal Norwood.

SGT at ARMS, Joe Dearing - Joe led the Name Badge Raffle fun and Bruce Baker claimed the prize! Joe also has DVMA umbrellas in club Stores.

COBRA EXPERIENCE has Movie Night on Jan 21, with Gold-finger being shown.

The next DVMA meeting will be February 10 , 2016. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm by John Haugrud, Presi-

dent. Respectfully submitted by Karen Davis, Secretary

Pittsburg High School Water Polo Support If you don’t already know, Tour Director Harry Davis

coaches the Water Polo Teams at Pittsburg High School.

Harry has asked for DVMA’s financial help to purchase new Water Polo Balls. It has been agreed to pass the hat for do-nations at the February and future meetings. Your Editor has agreed to match the funds collected. So, folks, let’s dig deep and make this worth while. Harry’s goal is $500.

For Sale: 1965 Mustang Coupe Original Parts Hugh Blackwell has the following parts for sale: Air Cleaner & Heat Duct; Pulley & Assem.-C5AA-8A610-B; H.D. Fan Clutch; Outside mirror – 1; Front Door Handles – 2; Auto Transmission Shift Indicator; Grill Horse, cross pieces; Front Bumper Guard – 1; Oil Filer Cap; Tail light Bezels – 2; Rear Bumper Guards – 2; Seat Belt – 2 Front; Volt. Reg-ulator – 1 good; Chrome Outside Trim – 289, Mustang, horse; Starter Relay – good; Coil – yellow top – good; Dash light switch – good; Dash Instrument Bezel. All or part for sale. Contact Hugh Blackwell @ hqandsal-ly@sbcglobal.net, or 925-476-5720.

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February 2016 DVMA Hosted Events February 6, Adopt-A-Street and Breakfast to Follow; meet at 9

AM, start 9:15 AM, Seafood City Parking Lot, Diamond Blvd, Concord. Contact Elizabeth Cofer, 925-586-4425

February 6, 18th Annual Sacramento Free Museum Day; meet at noon at Baja Fresh to drive to Sacramento. After Adopt-A-Street and after Breakfast. Contact Harry Davis, 925-768-4903.

February 10, DVMA Meeting at Fuddruckers in the Willows, 7 PM, Diamond Blvd, Concord

February 21, The Cobra Experience, Daytona 500 Day, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 777 Arnold Dr, Ste 200, Martinez. Register on line at www.cobraexperience.org.

February 27, Stangs Across the Straits VI, 9 AM at East Bay Classics, 1000 Loring Ave, Crockett. Pre-Register Only, $7 for Lunch.

March 5, DVMA Breakfast at Giant Chef Burger, 9 AM, 10 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill

March 9, DVMA Meeting at Fuddruckers in the Willows, 7 PM, Diamond Blvd, Concord

April 2, DVMA Breakfast at Giant Chef Burger, 9 AM, 10 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill

April 13, DVMA Meeting at Fuddruckers in the Willows, 7 PM, Diamond Blvd, Concord

April 16, Mustangs Plus Car Show, Stockton April 17, National Mustang Day April 17, Fabulous Fords Forever, Knotts Berry Farm, Anaheim.

Contact Larry and Janet Booth, 415-990-9990 April 24, Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show. 10 AM to 4 PM,

Half Moon Bay Airport. Pre-Register $40 per machine before

April 15. Walk-in $25 adults. www.miramarevents.com April 30, Adopt-A-Street and Breakfast to Follow; meet at 9 AM,

start 9:15 AM, Seafood City Parking Lot, Diamond Blvd, Concord. Contact Elizabeth Cofer, 925-586-4425

May 7, Show-n-Shine, Streets of Brentwood, 10 AM to 3 PM June 3-5, Magic of Mustang, MCA Show by Reno Mustang Club,

at the Peppermill, Reno June 4, 2nd Annual Cobra Day Car Show, The Cobra Experience,

Martinez. All Fords, pre-1970. Contact Joe Guidotti, 925-550-7068

June 26, Ponies & Snakes, Danville Livery, register on-line from March 1

August 6, Adopt-A-Street and Breakfast to Follow; meet at 9 AM, start 9:15 AM, Seafood City Parking Lot, Diamond Blvd, Concord. Contact Elizabeth Cofer, 925-586-4425

Labor Day Weekend 2016, MCA 40th Anniversary Celebration, Indianapolis, Contact Harry Davis, 925-768-4903

November 5, Adopt-A-Street and Breakfast to Follow; meet at 9 AM, start 9:15 AM, Seafood City Parking Lot, Diamond Blvd, Concord. Contact Elizabeth Cofer, 925-586-4425

Other Events February 24, DVMA Board meeting, 7:00 PM, Mtn Mike’s Pizza,

5358 Clayton Rd, Concord Non-Club Events

March 20, Public Day at Cobra Experience Museum, 777 Arnold Drive Suite 200, Martinez.

April 21, Movie night at Cobra Experience featuring the original “Gone in 60 Seconds”

From Harry Davis

Diablo Valley Mustang Association “The Feed Bag” P.O. Box 21674

Concord, CA 94521 www.dvma.org