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Welcome to SPEEDSTER... from our National Headquarters home to yours, wishing you and your family a healthy and joyful 2009! With a full schedule of AACA meets, tours and events, 2009 promises to be another great year of camaraderie and excitement as we enjoy our wonderful hobby.
Thank you in advance for your continued participation and support of AACA.
Let's all work together to make AACA 2009 fun and exciting for everyone!
Photo: From the May 2008 Eastern Spring Meet in Cumberland, Maryland
Remember to forward SPEEDSTER to a potential member, it's a great way to introduce and showcase your AACA, the hub of the collectible vehicle hobby!
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 Shifting into High Gear ... 2009 AACA Annual Meeting!
Thursday, February 12 ~ Saturday, February 14, 2009
Looking forward to seeing you and your family at the Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel located at 17th and Race Streets. Please arrange your room reservations directly with the Hotel, toll free (800) 325-3535, and be sure to ask for the "AACA rate".
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.
In addition to these great seminar opportunities, the AACA 73rd Annual Meeting will have a full menu of diverse activities for every members' enjoyment ... the Lady's Breakfast, Trade Exhibit, AACA Museum Auction, Philadelphia City of Brotherly Love Trolley Tours, General Membership Meeting, Social Events and Outings ... and the fabulous year-end AACA National Awards Reception and Banquet!
Don't delay, register today ... Annual Meeting registration deadline is Friday, January 30. Tickets are required for all events. |
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!
We encourage anecdotes, photos, short stories and information about our members and/or their vehicles that may be of interest to other AACA Members. |
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!
Meet Pat Frantz!
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. |
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Picture Yourself behind the Wheel... of this distinctive and sporty 2000 Plymouth Prowler with less than 100 miles!
Generously donated from the private collection of Richard Ullman, this 2000 black Plymouth Prowler is no longer in production and has never been registered for the road.
Don't delay, TICKETS are now AVAILABLE for the PROWLER RAFFLE ... only $20.00 per chance!
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. |
Your AACA Library & Research Center
is Active on Ebay!
The AACA Library and Research Center is presently selling items on Ebay! Now is your chance to bid on some appealing automobilia ranging from automobile coin collections to artistic prints.The library will continue to post items on Ebay into February!
Items being auctioned were originally donated to the library with the intention of them being sold. All money raised will be put into the Library & Research Center's Endowment Fund.
To view and place your Ebay bid for automobilia items that are currently available, visit the following link ~ AACALIBRARIAN ~ Good luck and thank you for your support!
Items on Ebay 1/11/09 - 1/18/09:
· Classic Motorcars: A Portrait Gallery Antique Auto Book 
· Kelly Tires Ash Tray - New
· Franklin Mint Collection of Antique Car Coins Series 1
· 3 Antique Auto Prints - Rolls-Royce, Rover & Mercer
· 3 Early American Antique Fire Engine Prints
Items on Ebay 1/18/09 - 1/25/09
· 1960 Lincoln Continental Name Badge
· 4 Antique Auto Portraits Pierce-Arrow, Duryea, & More
· "Rex Mays Driving the Bowes Seal Fast Special" - Print
· Franklin Mint 25-Pc Antique Auto Car Coin Set w/Frame
· 1931 Ruxton Phaeton Color Print 18"X24"
· 1928 Packard Model 443 Raceabout Color Print 18"X24"
· 1931 Cadillac V-16 Roadster Color Print 18"X24"
· 1935 Auburn 851 Speedster Color Print 18"X24"
· 1935 Duesenberg SSJ Speedster Color Print 18"X24"
· 1931 Packard Model 840 Convertible Color Print 18"X24"entitled "How Stabilators Work".
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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! | |
Don't IDLE ... NEW AACA Merchandise now Available!
This rare 1931 counter top display was used to entice customers to purchase a new 6 cyclinder vehicle. The large 24" embossed die cut owl is captured in its original brilliant colors. We believe that we are the first to publicly offer this item ($39.95 plus shipping) ~ so grab yours now! Call us at 717-534-1910 to order! 
And, don't pass up all the new image items! Hats and Apparel ~ Polo shirts and Long sleeve collared shirts with a breast-pocket! Click here or Call 717-534-1910! We will be happy to review the line-up with you.
Wear and display your AACA pride, great way to connect with fellow enthusiasts and a super conversation starter too! |
Calendar Spotlight! 
Western Divisional Tour
Please join the Mother Lode Antique Automobile Club for the
"AACA Gold Country Tour!"
March 15 ~ March 18, 2009
Sonora is located in the scenic Sierra Foothills. Plan on visiting local restoration shops along with a garage tour or two. This area has "shop until you drop" historic small town charm. Registration deadline is February 15, so don't delay, please call us at National Headquarters 717-534-1910!
Click here for more tour information.
Click Here to VISIT the Antique Automobile Club of America's (AACA) online calendar.
Upcoming 2009 National Events:
February 12-14 - Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA ~ Seminar Link
April 15-19 - Southeastern Divisional Tour, Birmingham, AL
May 4-9 - Founders Tour (1936-1984 vehicles), Midland, TX
May 28-30 - Eastern Spring Meet, Gettysburg, PA
If your AACA Region or Chapter would like to sponsor a future National Event, please contact Hulon C. McCraw, Vice President of National Meets & Tours at 828-606-2918.
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 Speedy's News and Notes
● Membership Reminder! Dues are calendar year! If you haven't already renewed, please do and bring a friend! Click here or call National Headquarters at 717-534-1910. It is a wonderful hobby, we appreciate your participation and support!
● We got this email from a region.
"We are approaching the season for caravanning to events and want to be sure that we have safe procedures in place for guidance. I recall seeing at some point that AACA had put together a document that outlined how to safely travel the highways as a group."
However, the brain cells are not moving very fast and we cannot seem to remember if, when, where this article was published. Anyone out there know? Please email SPEEDSTER speedster@aaca.org with the answer. Also, many clubs only have one meet a year and I know they do have caravan ideas in writing. They would be helpful as well.
● The newest edition of the Rummage Box is on-line Now! It is designed for our regions and chapters but all are welcomed to view this informative newsletter. If you forget the link, the Rummage Box is always available by going to our Home Page ~ www.aaca.org and clicking on the Publications header.
● Your hobby is always under attack so make sure you are keeping up with local, state and national laws that could affect you and your hobby. An excellent source of information is www.semasan.org.
● Go to www.gmdesignbook.com/aaca for a special deal on a new and important book on 100 Years of GM Design. Many new photos never seen before! This will make a great gift and part of the proceeds go to AACA!
● Make Plans Early to JOIN THE CELEBRATION as AACA commemorates 75 Years of Antique Motoring in 2010! June 30, 2010 ~ July 3, 2010
● Our goal is to communicate with all of you! We don't want you to miss any SPEEDSTER news, so please keep us updated on your current email address and the email addresses of the members in your region or chapters.
Simply click on the link provided at the bottom of SPEEDSTER to Update Your Profile/Email Address. And, don't forget to have a sign-up sheet at your next Region or Chapter meeting and email those addresses to speedster@aaca.org. | |
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 Contact Information
Phone: 717-534-1910 Email: speedster@aaca.org
About The Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA)
The Antique Automobile Club of America, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is the country's premier resource for the collectible vehicle community. Since its formation in 1935, the Club, through its national office, publications, and membership, aids individuals, museums, libraries, historians and collectors dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of automotive history.
For additional information on the AACA family, please visit www.aaca.org, www.aacalibrary.org,
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