Rover Car Club

Of Otago Tribune September 2013

2013

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF

THE ROVER CAR CLUB OF OTAGO

Web Site: www.trccoo.freeservers.com

Club Contacts

2013 / 2014

Club President Jeff Sparrow

Ph (027) 279 5423

E-mail jeffrey.sparrow@gmail.com

Secretary John Moore

Ph (03) 473 7942

E-mail j_moore@clear.net.nz

Treasurer Bernie Halford

Ph (03) 487 6870

E-mail bshalford@xtra.co.nz

Newsletter Editor Norman Sparrow

Ph (03) 487 6275

E-mail norspar@clear.net.nz

Committee Bruce Millar (Southland Rep.)

Joe Smith (South Otago Rep)

Diana Kearns (Librarian)

Life Members Norman Sparrow

John Moore

Honorary Member

Lyn Brown

The Otago Rover Tribune is published by the Rover Car Club of Otago.

The views or opinions expressed by individuals are not necessarily those

of the Club or Editor.

Club Postal Address Post Box 2075

Dunedin 9044

Web: www.trccoo.freeservers.com

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From The Editor…

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Inside a Motor Mad Mans House

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IGNITION Sept 2013

We had our Monthly meeting at the RSA community club in Mosgiel on Tuesday 2

nd Sept.

Again a number of us had a meal prior to the meeting. As there was anoth-er meeting we were in the pool room & all agreed that this was the best venue, quiet & with a heat pump, nice & warm. It was suggested we hold the meetings there each time.

If you are intending to join us for the meal before next meeting please con-tact the host & let them know it for the Rover Party and they would be able to let you know how many others are attending.

Norman gave an update on the accommodation for the west coast run up to the next

ARCC rally next Easter.(info in newsletter).

I was a passenger in Normans car as the Tom-Cat, is the panel shop. I had a person

reverse into the driver’s door as it was parked when I was at work at the University.

Luckily for me they left a note & is covered by their insurance, as it needs the door

replaced.

While it is in the shop I am getting the rest of the car touched up and repainted,

original colour. Taking Photos during the process.

It should be all finished, hopefully, for Auto Spectacular.

I have been asked to give a reminder that some member’s subs have not been re-

ceived. The Account number #03 0905 0035654 00 and name is “Rover Car Club

Of Otago”.

Remember those who pay this way should also advise the treasurer, saves waiting

for a Bank statement to be received.That’s all for now,

DRIVE SAFE OUT THERE

Jeff Sparrow President

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ROVER CAR CLUB OF OTAGO

Minutes of club meeting held on September 3rd 2013 at Mosgiel RSA at 7pm.

PRESENT: Ross and Veneta Allan, Terry Bough, Ian and Eleanore Clark, John

Leslie, John Moore,

Kevin Phillips, Ray Pilley, Joe and Glenice Smith, Jeff Sparrow, Norman and

Carleen Sparrow.

APOLOGIES: Stan and Marian Brandish, Jan Smith.

CORRESPONDENCE

Information on this years “Autospectacular”

Newsletters from Australia, Canterbury, Manawatu, and Waikato (e-mail), clubs.

GENERAL: This years Autospectacular,will be held oa Saturday 19th October, at

the Edgar Centre. The theme is “Mancave”, or alternative theme of the individual

Club's choice. Our theme is to be “Decades apart”, ie one Rover representing each

decade.

Suitable cars have been organised.

Enquiries have been made regarding accommodation for the West Coast run to

next years

National Rally in Blenheim.

Bookings for Wanaka and Haast, are up to individuals to arrange.

The rest are “Top Ten” establishments.

To make bookings, ring

“Top Ten” Franz Josef 0800 467897

Greymouth 0800 867104

Westport 0508 937876

The meeting closed at 8.05pm.

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NOVE ROVE 2013

2nd & 3rd November

Meeting place in Dunedin is the Dunedin Botanical gardens at North end of one

way system (usual place).

Meeting time is 9.30am, leaving 9.45am latest.

Travelling to Riverstone Kitchen to meet more club members from both our Ota-

go club and some Canterbury club members also.

Our eating times at Riverstone Kitchen are staggered with 1st table of 16pp sit-

ting at 12 noon, 2nd table of 16pp at 12.15pm and the 3rd table at 12.30pm. I

apologise in advance for us not being able to all eat at once but their staff can't

cater for every one at the same time, please be patient and enjoy this lovely

award winning country restaurant. While waiting for your table or after your

meal there are lovely gardens to enjoy, along with lots of interesting gift shops to

browse.

From there we are due at Rod Tempero motor body builders at 3pm to look

over his fascinating work shop. I will be covering the cost of this visit out of the

registration fee of $5 per person so there will be no cost to you on the day. For

those that still owe me the registration fee, please remember to pay me on the

day, thank you.

Then its to our Motels to freshen up before meeting in the Heritage motel com-

plex restaurant for drinks at the licensed bar (6pm) before dinning at around

7pm, Buffet meal, choice of 2 different mains and 2 different desserts, $35pp,

plus tea and coffee.

Meal will be followed by the usual prize presentations including the much sort

after NOVE ROVE Trophy. Make sure your car is looking its best, both inside

and out.

We will have the usual fund raising raffle, with tickets for sale on the night.

Sunday you can have breakfast at the Motel complex restaurant or in your own

unit, (your choice), then its to the Oamaru farmers market and lots of shops and

stalls at the Old Precinct. Weather permitting we'll have a picnic lunch at the

Clarks flour mill.

Remember its never to late to join us on this run.

Bernie Halford 03 4876 870

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CLUB FEE'S Thanks to those that have paid this years club fee's and your membership cards are now

in the mail.

Unfortunately there is a large number still owing. These fee's are now over due. Please

pay promptly as no invoice will be sent out by mail.

ROVER CAR CLUB of OTAGO

2013--2014 club fee's

$25 Payment to,

Westpac bank account: 030905 0035654 00

please enter your name in the particulars Column.

Or post to PO Box 2075, Dunedin 9044.

Thank you for your early response .

Club Treasure,

Bernie Halford.

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Cars for Sale

1947 Rover. Has been garaged for over 30 years. Around 25 years ago it had an en-

gine recondition but has not been started for a very long time. It is in some state of

disarray. The dream had been to keep this car to restore in retirement years and to

hand down to the next generation, however due to unforseen circumstances we

are needed to move house and are unable to take the car with us. Contact 022 1730

350 or

littlejohndeanne@hotmail.com

Deanne Littlejohn (Wairarapa)1947

Rover P2 for sale, I have owned her

for 2 years, having bought her from

Waimak Classic Cars. She was com-

pletely mechanically reconditioned

between 2007 and 2010; motor, gear-

box, suspension and brakes, chrome

work, window and door rubbers,

gauges, "outwork" and headlining, with $17,000 spent.(have all the receipts). Over

$4,000 spent on re-tempered rear springs and rebuilt rear hydraulic shocks, removing

blistered roof paint and surface rust and repainting roof, reconditioned wiper motor

and regular servicing.(have all the receipts).Front springs and shocks are fine. WOF

valid to Oct 2013 and Rego to Dec 2013.

Her 6 cylinders and 16HP are sufficient to get her up passes with ease, and she hums

along at 50mph, and I have driven her all over the Coromandel, where we live, and

down to Hamilton, without any problems. She starts first time, even after 2 months

hibernation, and uses no oil, but there is some slight leakage from the gearbox/motor

seal. I'm looking at $28,000 to break even. John Jardine, 07 864 8644 . (Waikato)

1963 Rover P5 3 Litre Mk II Automatic. Old English White with red interior.

Overall a sound car needing a restoration - taken off the road a number of

years ago due to miss and dropped valve. Stored in carport with aim of putting

back on the road but too many projects. Even though it is an awesome car to

drive, now need the space. Needs a paint and interior doing up but is too good to

wreck or end up banger racing/demolition derby. We would love to see this car

go to a good home - price is negotiable (the good home is the key). Contact

Bruce or Rose on 03 3381239 or 02108289317 (Canterbury)

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1968 ROVER 2000 TC, 5 Owners, Mileage: 164,000 miles, Manual. Purchased by Pre-

sent Owner in 1985, in which it was fully restored. Has late model P6 V8 upholstery ~

colour beige with black armrests in very good condition. Has always had seat covers on

to protect. Exterior is painted in April Yellow with eye catching airbrushing on back ¼

panels of George the Viking holding his shield with the word ‘ROVER’ on a black

background, painted by a Professional Airbrush Painter. Has MK1 SD1 mag wheels

with low profile tyres. Two pot brake callipers on front wheels. In good condition. Reg-

istration is on hold. Comes with spare parts.

I would dearly wish it to go to a Car Enthusiast and get the same enjoyment out of it as I

have. Reason for selling is due to health issues and lack of room to store. Price: $1,100

ono. For further information, please phone Lindsay on [06] 2738486 or email:

LCGunn.JMGullery@xtra.co.nz

1990 Rover 820i, silver, mag wheels, sunroof, manual, 153,000km, imported privately

in 1998, one local owner, workshop manual, no service log but well cared for, Rego

and WOF to Dec. Contact Mrs Mee 323 7332 or James 0272 277 525 (Canterbury)

Parts for Sale

P4 oil filters - $15 each. Contact Bay of Plenty Rover Club – 07 577 9104.

Replica stickers, under bonnet labels printed to order on self adhesive vinyl. Also alu-

minum types. Any marque, no set up fees. Contact Barry Clark, artworx@clear.net.nz

SD1 parts, Gareth Clark, 021 171 8698 see www.sd1travelledspares.info.

SD1 Rover 3500SE unsure of the year. It has been under a tarpaulin out in the open

for many, many years. Suitable for parts or restoration. Contact 022 1730 350 or lit-

tlejohndeanne@hotmail.com Deanne Littlejohn(Wairarapa) Editor – this car appears

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Bernie presenting Lyn Brown with her Honorary Membersahip at the AGM.

Followed by the Flowers.

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John Moore4s Life Membership badge presentation by Pres Jeffrey.

Followed by the Certification and box of Goodies.

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Rover Car Club of Otago.

Wanaka to Blenheim

ARCC Easter 2014 Rally.

Via The West Coast.

Sunday 13th April 2014. Meet at the Archway Motels Wanaka.

Monday 14th April. Travel Wanaka to Haast 141 Km 1 hour 40 min.

Staying at The Heritage Park Lodge.Haast

Tuesday 15th April. Travel Haast to Franz Josef 140Km 1 hr 40 min.

Staying Franz Josef Top 10 Holiday Park.

Wednesday 16th April. Travel Franz Josef to Greymouth 169Km 2 hour approx.

Staying Greymouth Seaside Top Ten Holiday Park.

Thursday 17th April. Travel Greymouth to Westport. 108Km 1hr 25min.

Staying Seal Colony Top 10 Holiday Park.

Friday 18th April. Westport to Blenheim . 260 Km 3hr 5min.

Blenheim ARCC Rally registration

Staying at the 193 Aorangi Manor Motels.

Tuesday 22nd April 2014 make own way back South.

NS08/13.

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ROVER P6 2000 SC 1966 Above average condition, Wedgewood Blue, grey leather, no tears but does need some re-stitching. Recent work completed, new radials, reconditioned distributer, new vacuum A&R mechanism, new [UK] engine mounts, complete new exhaust, new sided plate gaskets, no rust, some good spares, much service history. Come and have a drive, make me a reasonable offer.

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Rover Car Club of Otago. Events 2013 - 2014

October Tuesday the 1st of October. Monthly meeting, Mosgiel RSA

Saturday the 5th - Sunday the 6th of October. Dunedin Gasworks 150 Festival. Dunedin Gasworks Museum, 20 Braemar St, Dunedin.

Friday the 11th - Sunday the 13th of October. McLeans Island Swop Meet, Christ-church.

Saturday the 19th of October. Dunedin Auto-spectacular. Edgar Centre, Dunedin. Saturday the 26th - Sunday the 27th of October. MoPars in Ashburton 2013. Chrysler

Enthusiasts Rally. Sunday 27th October P6 50th Anniversary Kaiapoi. See advert opp.

Sunday the 27th of October. Motoring Mad Motor Show, Mataura. See pages 9 & 10 of this newsletter for more information.

November Saturday the 2nd of November. Naseby Car Show, Naseby Domain.

Saturday the 2nd of November. Otago VCC Taieri Tour. Saturday the 2nd - Sunday the 3rd of November. 2013 Nove Rove.

See page 6 of the March newsletter for full details. Tuesday the 5th of November. Monthly meeting, Mosgiel RSA

Friday the 8th - Sunday the 10th of November. Australian GT Championship racing at Highlands Motorsport Park, Cromwell.

Saturday November the 23rd. Otago VCC Veteran and Commercial Rally

December Tuesday the 3rd of December. Monthly meeting, Mosgiel RSA

January No monthly meeting in January

Friday the 24th - Sunday the 26th of January. V8 Super Tourers and Toyota Racing Series at Highlands Motorsport Park, Cromwell

February Tuesday the 4th of February. Monthly meeting, Mosgiel RSA

Saturday the 22nd of February. Ranfurly Art Deco Festival. Featuring the arrival of the Otago Goldfields Cavalcade.

Monthly meetings 1st Tuesday each month.

Mosgiel RSA at 7.00pm.

Drinks & Natter