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A monthly publication of The Vintage Motorcycle Club Johannesburg, South Africa.

Volume 28. No 2. March 2014. CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE: I have just returned from the gathering that constituted our Sunday Ride this month and there were a few faithful who arrive at the appointed place. Nevertheless it was good to see that there were some supporters of the event and the weather was perfect for riding. The ride did highlight some weaknesses and once again shows the importance of appropriate testing of machines before the DJ. The Pre DJ was a great success by all accounts and congratulations to Ralph Pitchford for winning this. It seems that we have a new rising star in our midst and that can only be good for all concerned. This month a combined meeting of our committee together with the committee of the VVC will be held and the purpose will be to explore ways in which we can enhance the synergy between the clubs. There are opportunities where we can capitalize on the relationship and I think it is also fair to say that future plans may consider a marriage of some kind. The assurance that I can give in this regard is that no hasty action will be taken and that whatever is decided as an outcome will definitely have the best interests of the movement and the clubs concerned in mind. You will be kept informed all of the way. It remains for me to wish every DJ rider a safe enjoyable and successful run and it is wonderful to see that there is continued enthusiasm and support for this amazing event. We welcome all the entrants from across the seas and from neighbouring countries and thank the organizers for the hard work they have done to put it all together. Until next month safe and happy riding and a Great DJ to all associated with it. Ian Holmes

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Club night 27th January 2014 A dark and stormy night saw 53 brave souls attend the meeting on Monday night. The evening began with Ian Holmes’ ‘first unofficial’ meeting as co-opted chairman, until June that is. After the announcements apologies were received by amongst others Mike Lester. It was good to see Caroline (the honey lady) & her husband brave the elements. A quick report back on the Chairmans cocktail evening and ride in memory was given also by Ian and a reminder of the forthcoming events which included the centenary run, the DJ the pre DJ. Ric Lewis started the entertainment with a recollection of many stories of the DJ in the past - the unfortunate and sometimes fortunate mishaps with the riders and their steeds. Tales of getting lost, firefighting, major and minor breakdowns, were told and he also emphasised the great camaraderie that this event brings to the entrants. It was noted that Kevin Robinson has won no less than six times and also has been clerk of the course a couple of times. The raffle was drawn and bottles of whiskey & wine were won as well as chain lube etc. This was followed by two short but very interesting video clips on the Henderson motorcycle - a four cylinder beast built in the 30’s that could easily top 110 m.p.h.

Jay Leno gave a story on how he came across his Henderson acquisition which he keeps in original condition and claims that hardly any restoration had to be done to it. Wonder if the one that we saw on the 1000 bike show in 2013 will ever run again? Editors note: This is my first newsletter from our new home in Fish Hoek. I won’t say the move was easy because it wasn’t, but now as I look out over False Bay with the sun rising over a calm sea I am beginning to think that it was all worth it. The trip down was interesting, I will do a write up for the next edition, but I drove down in my old Porsche 356/911 special, and my wife drove her also old Mercedes 280SL. We had a dog each together with plenty luggage – but more on that next time!. Editing Kickstart from the Cape may sound unusual, but in today’s electronic age makes little difference really. The only thing that is difficult is not being at events and reporting on them. SO........this is a big appeal for you to submit stories, articles, photos – in fact anything you think would be of interest to our readers.

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Past events: Herewith the results of the 2014 CMC Pre DJ Rally held on Sunday, 9 February 2014 Pre 1936 Motorcycles

Position Name Club Penalties

1 RALPH PITCHFORD VMC 26

2 MARTIN DAVIS VMC 46

3 KEVIN WALTON CMC 109

4 RICHARD HULSBOS VMC 128

5 KEITH KENDALL CMC 133

6 TREVOR JONES VMC 145

7 LES SIM VMC 146

8 GRAHAM KENDALL CMC 146

9 KYLET HORNS CMC 159

10 MARTIN KAISER 227

11 BRIAN JOHNSON CMC 405

12 DONA VAN WRESSEL VMC 754

13 WILLI STRUCKMEYER CMC 821

14 RUSTY THORNS CMC 1402

15 GERHARD BOTHMA CMC 1604

16 TREVOR BINDER CMC 2774

17 JOHN HASSEL VVC 3157

Post 1937 Motorcycles

1 MIKE LESTER VMC 39

2 STEWART MACGREGOR/LARINA CMC 158

3 GARY LOWSON 375

4 KIM KITCHEN CMC 1131

Motor Cars

1 SCHALK VAN NIEKERK 39

2 BRIAN ASKEW 48

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Pierre Rousseau and Hamish Morrison test their OK Supremes in preparation for the DJ.

Odds and Ends: Email received from Liza-Mari Venter.

Good day. I have a Puch DS 50 moped/scooter that I want to restore. It is not in too bad condition, but will need some work done to the electrical components as well as the engine, as it has not run in about 15 years. Can you possibly give me some information or contact details of people who does restoration work like this. My phone number is 0723794990, email is lizamariventer@yahoo.com Regards, Liza-Mari Venter Email received from Kelly Farrell Hello Andy. Thanks for the chat this afternoon. I have a 1957 Tiger 110 that my son left me when he departed for Canada some years ago. I have finally got to rebuilding it and am now stumped by the upper yoke & nacelle assembly. There are small tapped holes in the upper yoke which I presume are securing points for the R & L nacelle covers. However these tapped holes do not align with any holes in the nacelle covers. If my presumption is correct there is about ¼ inch discrepancy between the “aligning” holes. ie. the upper & lower

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yokes seem to be ¼ inch to far apart. I have installed new bearing cups, cones & ¼” balls in the steering head and they are properly seated. Now I am wondering if the nacelle & nacelle covers actually do get secured to the top yoke at all & possibly only to the lower yoke by way of the pinch bolts. Any help will be greatly appreciated. I live in Klerksdorp & my numbers are 018-468-2070 & 082-791-3999. Kind Regards, Kelly Farrell Email received from Bennie Boshoff Good day. My name is Bennie and I am from the Westrand. I am not sure if I am speaking to the right person, but if I am not can you please direct me. I am looking for an old most probably early 80's KDX 250 cc Kawa scrambler kick start lever, and the old DT 175 Yamaha road scrambler maybe late 80's right hand batt. cover. I have visited 11 shops with no luck. If there is any site, shop or person that you can advise me or direct me to, please I am desperate for these parts. Once again, if I have intruded or had to follow a ladder to contact you, I apologize, that was not the intention. If you can assist me, I thank you. Regards Bennie 082 781 2483

DJ 2014 Excitement is building up rapidly now for this year’s DJ and we look forward to another great event. At the last Club Meeting Ric Lewis entertained the group with some very entertaining and amusing stories of past DJ’s and this alone also helped to build up the spirit. Many are setting out on the 4th, 5th and 6th March to participate in what is certainly one of the great old motorcycling events in the world and once again this year we have a contingent of riders from overseas as well as a good field of locals. There are around 120 entrants for the event and this includes a number of first time riders. Grateful thanks to those kind folk who make bikes available for entrants who do not yet own one

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as this is the only way to ensure that the event continues to attract new support. Many of our riders are on in years now and we must look to the youth to continue the run. There are also a number of rebuilds which will be on their second maiden voyages in the field and we trust that they will honour their rebuilders by performing faultlessly. It is always great to see the rebirth of a machine which may have lain idle and forgotten for many decades before being lovingly brought to life again.

First time DJ entrant Martin Kaiser and veteran Ric Lewis who has made Martin's ride possible The field will be missing one of its greatest icons in the form of Stewart Cuninghame but the name will be kept high by his son Alan who has entered. I am sure we will see Stewart around the event giving out good advice and generally supporting all who care to partake of his wisdom and experience. He has also donated a special trophy to the event of which more will be revealed. We wish all the starters a SAFE and enjoyable ride and look forward to the comradeship, excitement and fun of the event. Assistance required The 2014 Magnum is a joint event between the POMC and our club the VMC. We want to make this event special this year and also MUST attract sufficient entries to make the event viable. To this end we would like to create a website which will be a great marketing tool for sponsorship etc, as well as a forum to keep entrants/potential entrants up to date with what is happening etc. In order to populate the website we would like any information anyone may have on previous Magnum events – how the event started, when it started. Notes on any event, pictures, history – in fact ANYTHING related to the event. If you have anything you think would add value please be in contact with editor@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za, or phone Andy on 0825534492.

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It’s that time of year again, and preparations for the 39th annual Cars in the Park are underway. This show will be held at Alexander Park, Pietermaritzburg on 18 May 2014. The first CITP focussed on what were considered ‘old cars’. However, as time goes by, the show has evolved to include more modern and even brand new cars. Last year a wide variety of different vehicles were on display. What is classified as an ‘old car’ is a rolling date, and to some, even the nineties is 'so last century'! Nevertheless the emphasis will always be on showing ‘interesting’ cars. This year we would like to try something special, and include as part of the showcase, cars that were made in about the same year as their owners became interested in cars! This will be a tribute to the changing times and could help educate the younger generations about the days before air bags, ABS, EDS, Brake Assist, and collision mitigation, when you actually had to be able to drive to be allowed behind a steering wheel! We are often attracted to the cars that remind us of our youth, so we are hoping that some of you have bought back the cars that are about the same age that you are, regardless of your age! Among these cars, we are hoping to see some Pontiacs, Mercury’s and especially an Arrol Johnson or a Trojan. If you own a ‘car of your youth’ please bring it along, and if you feel ‘in the spirit’, dress according to the times! (Be it the times of roaring twenties, Frank Sinatra, James Dean or Elvis). Also bring along period accessories (not just the owners) such as fascinators, walking sticks, portable record players, wicker picnic hampers or whatever else reminds you of your youth. There will be judging and prizes for the best dressed! Not to ignore technology, we would also like to include any fabulous exotica not usually seen on the streets of PMB .like Hotrods and Muscle Cars. Muscle Cars were also plentiful in CITP 2013 and many keen supporters came to admire some superb workmanship, and absorb those spine tingling rumbles. And what would early CITP exhibitors make of the modern Super Car? Owners of such cars are welcome to join us as an individual or as part of a club. We are still looking for McLarens, and a Morgan (e.g. 2013 three wheeler), Lamborghinis, Porsches, Maseratis, Ferraris and any others that are available. These are always popular, regardless of age. The entry process was streamlined last year, and many complimented the new approach, despite the odd glitch. To register this year all you have to do is to tell me, by early April 2014, roughly how many vehicles your group will bring and in which colour coded area you parked last year. I will send you the stickers. We do not need licence plate numbers and such detail. The simple colour stickers will make entry and parking easier for all. We just need to make the zones big enough. The coloured stickers help the marshals direct you smoothly and quickly to your favourite zone. The sooner you respond with attendance figures the sooner we can get the stickers to you. We understand that exact vehicle information may be fuzzy as restorations run over time, and old cars break down, but good estimates make life easier for all. On arrival settle in your display spot, meander down to the registration tent, sign a form, collect a display card briefly describing its provenance, and collect a memento for the day. That’s it. Relax and enjoy the day. Our regular traders will attend, with perhaps a few new ones. The Park Inn will be there along with a sit down refreshment area operated by Rotary. We are also hoping to have a ‘big screen’ showing nostalgic motoring videos to set the mood. With your support we look forward to a repeat of last year’s happy and interesting car show. Feel free to contact me, Fred Rascher, on: citp@satweb.co.za or 083 369 7020 Hosted by the Vintage Sports Car Club Pietermaritzburg in Association with Rotary Club of Pietermaritzburg.

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TEL: 011-626-2970 FAX: 011-626-1420 parasky@absamail.co.za www.parasky.co.za

SKYLIGHTS: COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC

+ Staircases + Patio & Balcony Enclosures

+ Balustrades + Walk-ons

+ Gazebos & Architectural Features For us – the sky is the limit!

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Club Register Steve Trehair is still receiving completed club register forms. If you have not sent yours in please do so right away and don’t forget the input in terms of recommendation of service providers. Just let Steve know. This can include anything relating to good service – machining, spray painting, supply of parts/services etc. This makes life that much easier when looking for the right person for the job. The answers to Crossword number 13 (kindly submitted by Edgar Bradley) appear below. Sadly there were no correct solutions submitted for this puzzle. C’mon guys, I am sure you can do better than that!!

What’s coming up. 4th March DJ bikes on show at the VVC 6-8th March The DJ run 9th March DJ Prize giving at Turffontein Aquanaut Room 9th March Any Damn Wheels Day. Centenary Car Club. Krugersdorp 16th March Swop Meeting Piston Ring Modderfontein 22-23rd March O.D. Inggs Memorial Run. AVCMC Port Alfred 6th April Century run - details TBA 23-24th May 2014 Natal Classic 14-16th August 2014 Magnum Rally

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Membership and Subs. Several members have made contact requesting details of the cost of subs and who the money must be paid to etc. Please see below the detail. Fees payable Entry Fee: R50.00 Annual Subscriptions: R220.00 (R110.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Country member: R160.00 (+80km from club HQ) (R80.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Family members: R10.00 (i.e. Spouse & minor children) Fees must be paid to: Bank: Nedbank Sandton Branch code: 197005 Account No.: 1970259841 Please post DEPOSIT SLIP to the postal address above or e-mail info@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za Now that you have all the detail – please ensure that you are up to date!! So far just over 60% of members have renewed their subscriptions. The committee will be chasing errant members shortly!

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Classifieds NB! only remain in for 3 months then must be renewed DJ MACHINES WANTED: 125cc Villiers motor wanted. Contact Peter Vlietstra on pvlietstra@gmail.com or 082-650-9880 1936 AJS Model 9 – Burman gearbox (hand change type BA) Contact Kevin Walton on 082 891 2869 Clincher rims needed for Indian Power Plus. 23” and tubes and tyres. Contact Steve on 082 427 6990. 1961 305 Honda Dream – parts required (Footrests in particular) OR perhaps a whole scrapped bike? Please contact John Allison on 011 626 2970 day or 072 1084 230 1946 BSA B21. Need rear stand, generator and repair manual. Please contact Hamish Morrison on 083 456 2768 1928 BSA Wanted Flat tank for this bike. Please contact Martin at martin@wirconn.co.za FOR SALE: 1953 Royal Enfield. 700cc Meteor for sale in excellent condition, Licensed and SAVVA dated. Looking for R50,000. Please contact Steve on 082 427 6990 1949/50 Matchless 500cc for sale. I bought it thinking I could restore it but it is a little more that I can handle. Do you guys have any Idea how to go about it or could you point me in a direction to sell it. All of the major parts are there. Keith Lee. Tel: (012)361-6497. Fax: (012)348-0919. www.kmos.co.za 1976 BMW R60/6. Licensed & SAVVA dated. Cockpit Fairing. Panniers. Electronic Ignition fitted. Rally box &fittings. Manual + a few new & used spares. Security chain & Tie-downs. R 15000. Contact Bill at 072-194-7442 BSA B31 wheels have been removed but are there and somebody has removed the magdyno (missing) quite tatty. There is also a Spitfire which has been dated and took part in one of the Natal Classics in the early 2000's also very tatty. Both are in need of lots of TLC and the owner is looking for about R9000 for both. Contact: Brian on 084 555 2545 DENFELD dualseat suitable for various B M W models. Excellent original condition. R1500. Contact Fritz at 012-4606477 or fritz2@mweb.co.za Busmar Double adult sidecar complete but needs minor restoration. Chassis sound and new tire. R6500. Phone Eddie 082 5684913 or email eddie.kirkwood30@gmail.com. (Cape Town) Vespa p200e, not sure of the year, think it’s 1980. Needs some minor electrical work, clutch cable and loving spray job R10000. It’s not all about the money, I just want it to go to someone that will appreciate it. The engine is in great condition and it’s still got the spare wheel. Contact Andrew Lewis on andrelewis712@gmail.com Jawa 350. Latish model looking for a home. Look alright mechanically, otherwise looks terrible. Stands me in for R3,000 but will take highest offer as it’s in the way of a new project. Don’t know

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about license but it’s on the computer. Call Eric on 0837000171 or 011 8883790 or eric@anatomical.co.za 1976 Honda 550/4K in excellent condition. SAVVA dates, new battery, new front tyre, workshop manual, 43,000 Kms. R27,000. Contact Mike Lester on 011 453 4216 AJS Model 18 500cc, 1962, runner and in very good condition, no papers – R27,500 Matchless G80 500cc, 1952, jam pots, ex "Copper" bike, runner and in very good condition, no papers – R27,500. The prices are based on the average of three individual valuations by VMC and CMC club members. Should you require any further info please do not hesitate to contact me. Eduard de Ras eddyderas@gmail.com Yamaha YZ 490 for sale. The asking price is R30,000 negotiable. The owner spent a lot of time and money getting into its present condition. Contact Bruce on cell number is 0733764876 and email is brucenuttall@depositmanager.co.za BSA B40 350cc 1964. Rebuilt to original condition with many new parts. R24,000 Tel Jan 011 394 716. WANTED: 1957 MGA Coupe. Front Valence. Please contact Dane Fraser on 082 890 5077 Honda 400 Supersport. Right hand side cover Please contact Pierre 083 653 7310 Honda CB250 in rally running condition. Contact Dick Maizey by SMS 0738644022 or Rick Maizey 082 6539 946 or Eric Mc Q on 083 7000 171 eric@anatomical.co.za 80's KDX 250 cc Kawa scrambler kick start lever, I am looking for an old most probably early, and the old DT 175 Yamaha road scrambler maybe late 80's right hand battery cover. I have visited 11 shops with no luck. If there is any site, shop or person that you can advise me or direct me to, please I am desperate for these parts. Pse contact Bennie 082 781 2483 FOR A.J.S. M8/M9. 1929:- FRAME, FORKS, FRONT WHEEL, PETROL TANK, MUDGUARDS, CHAINGUARDS. Will buy or trade. This frame has a T shaped tubular bracket protruding rearwards from the saddle lug to support the saddle springs, and a slotted bottom bracket for a two bolt gearbox. Colin Anderson of Heidelberg says he sold two of these frames about ten years ago, and they do not seem to have surfaced in the club as bikes so presumably they are still out there somewhere. Please contact Tony Dodsworth, 082 742 1742. Honda CB72 in good running, original condition with papers. Contact Rikki on 0826539946 or SMS Dick on 0738644022. Indian Prince frame and any parts needed I have a motor and most of a gearbox, can anyone assist with the rest of a viable project please. Steve 082 427 6990 M20/ blue star/empire star/sloper front wheel or complete hub assy, M20 handle bars & headlamp, oil tank for a 1939 km 21, rear number plate holder for small light. Contact Christopher Boswell on 082 4232 556 or email bozc-l@hotmail.com 3.25-18 rear tyre – preferably new or in good user condition. Any reference to a tyre supplier for a new tyre will be appreciated. Contact Kevin Robertson on 083 321 3234 or kevin.robertson@keedo.co.za

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1946 BSA B21 Gear shift lever (foot). Contact Hamish Morrison on 083 456 2768 or 011 026 2768 Ariel VB500 or 600 1940 onwards. Contact Colin Mussett on 083 386 6970 Yamaha RD 125 in any condition preferably for rebuild. Contact Ken Wiggins on 083 256 1949 BSA Petrol tank from any pre-unit swinging arm model i.e. A7/A10, B31/33 etc. Any year. Contact Tony Dodsworth on 082 742 1742. 45 Gallon (200L) drums. Caroline Whitehead is looking for any number of these drums in basically any conditions. If you are able to assist please contact Caroline on 0836536290 M20/ blue star/empire star/sloper front wheel or complete hub assy. M20 handle bars & headlamp. oil tank for a 1939 km 21, rear number plate holder for small light. Please contact Chris on 0824232556 or home e- mail bozc-l@hotmail.com VETERANS CORNER WANTED: 1914 JAP V twin spares... cams/followers/barrels and pistons or whatever 1908-1914 Triumph.... looking of anything you may have Early Bosch magneto's (open and closed magnet) or parts to suit 1906 to 1915 singles and twins (50 deg) (Mag serial number between 123000 and 1800000) Andrew Mather 08733090233 or andrewmather@telkomsa.net Indian V-twin. My brother is looking for a rear cylinder for a 1917 narrow valve Indian V-twin, and was hoping you could help, or point me in the right direction. Please contact Shona Bagley on email: shona@zeplins.com RESTORATION and other SERVICES Reupholster of bike seats. We can recover in vinyl or automotive leather with a design of your choice. Seats can be built up. Please contact Daryl Rack Tel: 021 705 5593 Fax: 086 212 7292 Email: info@mccarthystrim.co.za Full restorations. Pierre Cronje does these as well as wheel lacing and building. Call him on 072 513 9432. Ornate period brass spark plug nuts and connectors. Lloyd Du Bois makes these for HT leads. He also hand makes stainless steel/aluminium license disc holders and corks for the “Enots” push-pull type fuel taps, and light alloy tyre valve caps. Call Lloyd on 033 396 6471. Ultrasonic cleaning call Henry Watermeyer on 084 800 8862. Raw honey for sale. Remember Caroline is the honey queen – you can buy her various types of honey at the club meeting for the bargain price of R50 per jar or carolinesrawhoney@gmail.com Petrol taps Enots flat-slide type, made in brass to your order. In sizes 1/8”, 1/4” and 3/8” BSP as well as Rally boxes made to your order with handlebar mounting brackets plus mountings for the rally plate and three watches. Trevor Fraser on 013 656 3063 or 076 591 5560.

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BMW Speedometers Ben Vandenberg has a large stock of old and parts. He is willing to pass them on to anyone running a speedo repair service or is planning to start one. His contact number is 021 712 2661. Restoration and other services. Gravel Man Services offers full service of all BMW boxer twins (old and new). Accident damage repairs and restorations. Please contact Markus Watson on 083 602 3503.

Don’t forget that there are still copies of the fantastic 2013 centenary JD video available. Still only R199, and available from the Chairman or the Editor. Can be posted anywhere in the world as well at (cost plus postage)! Contact editor@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za or chairman@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za

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THE VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE CLUB

P O Box 782835 SANDTON 2146 South Africa

Website: www.vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za COMMITTEE

Incumbent Portfolio e-mail Home Work Cell

Ian Holmes Chairman ianhol@iafrica.com 011 793 7304 011 791 6424 083 646 3089

Gawie Nienaber Treasurer gawie@nienaber.co.za 011 646 8983 083 326 4911

Ian Storer Secretary hilian@isat.co.za 072 727 7382

Pierre Cronje Committee Member pierrecronje@mweb.co.za 011 849 3008 072 513 9432

Rob Pattison-Emms Committee Member avonrod@mweb/co.za 011 460 1901 011 460 1901 082 891 8399

Les Sim Committee Member les@turnkeyhydraulics.co.za 011 673 1865 011 827 8954 082 552 4072

Roly Tilman Committee Member/Librarian tilman@lasergroup.co.za 011 803 1462 082 377 4303

Steve Trehair Committee Member stevet@matrixmarketing.co.za 011 469 5900 011 886 0494 083 461 2751

To be elected Club Dating Officer

Ric Lewis Magazine Distribution liz@squashsa.co.za (Liz) 082 746 2816

Andy Stead Magazine editor editor@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za 082 553 4492

Fees payable Entry Fee: R50.00 Annual Subscriptions: R220.00 (R110.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Country member: R160.00 (+80km from club HQ) (R80.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Family members: R10.00 (i.e. Spouse & minor children) Club Bank Acc No. 1970259841 at Nedbank. Sandton Branch 197-005. Club Meetings are held every fourth Monday of the month (except December) at The Vintage and Veteran Club (VVC), 3 Athol Oaklands Road, Oaklands Johannesburg, at 20h00. The opinions expressed in KICKSTART are not necessarily those of the Committee or the Editor.