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Volume 45, Issue #3 March 2019 http://www.columbiagorgemgclub.org

Cecil Kimber Party —March 2 Postponed from February, the Cecil Kimber party

will take place on March 2. Same info as before (see the February newsletter or the website for de-tails)

Annual St. Patrick’s Tour to O’Blarneys—March 10 By Steffi Rollins

‘Tis getting to be that time! This year’s tour will be on Sunday, March 10th (to avoid the crazi-ness of the St. Patrick’s weekend crowds). The tour will start from the Safeway parking lot in Salmon Creek—134th St/WSU exit from either I-5 or I-205. (Store address is 13023 NE Highway 99.) Once in the Safeway parking lot, look for the sign atop our Magnette on the north end (Jack-in-the-Box side) of the lot. We will gather around 9:30 for a bit of socializing with time to gas up, grab an-other coffee, make pit stops, etc. A drivers’ meeting will be at 10:00 and we’ll plan to start engines and move out right after. Our destination will be O’Blarney’s in Centra-

lia, a fun Irish pub with great brews and food. This will be an excellent opportunity for our Oregon friends to view some of the wonderful roads and sights of SW Washington. We hope to have a stunning crowd to honor Ireland’s pa-tron saint!

Please note change of date from March 16th to March 10th.

Pub Night—March 26 March Pub Night (last Tuesday)

will bring us back up to Vancouver. We have found a fun little pub in downtown Vancouver, Heathen Brewing Feral Pub House at 1109 Washington St. We will gather at the pub starting around 5:30. They have great brews and a varied menu with lots of offerings. (Check out the food and brews at www.heathenbrewing.com). We look forward to seeing all of you on March 26th at Heathen Brewing Feral Pub House. We think this one is new for most of you, so look forward to a new experience, excellent brews and food, and joyful camaraderie!

The Great “Zinc” Threat – What to Do? By Paul Rollins

Part 1 This monograph is informational only. It is not suggest-

ing anyone change their opinions, beliefs, or lubrication practices.

Current menace terrorizing the older-car community is the unfortunately-misidentified and misunderstood “zinc reduction in motor oil.” The concern is that our so-called, flat-tappet engines (which actually aren't usually flat), where the tappets slide directly against the cam lobes, seem to be in peril of imminent destruction. Headlines scream: “Experts predict that there will be no functioning, flat-tappet cams by 4:18 p.m. tomorrow unless every owner immediately pours a ZDDP (zinc's popular alias) tonic into their engine or switches to magical motor oil.”

Or, maybe not? I have not found a singular, expert source among the

usual suspects to give reliable, comprehensive and compre-

hensible guidance on the “ZDDP” concern. I have found a lot of conflicting and confusing “expert” and amateur ad-vice and opinions on what to do about protecting our vin-tage engines. Some of this advice seems possibly useful, some is merely uninformed, and some is actually danger-ous. Fortunately, I have an actual expert source from my career working for an oil company, who has given me some very-valuable insight and direction on this topic.

ZDDP/ZDTP First, what is the cause of so much concern? Going

back well over half a century, a family of compounds con-taining zinc and phosphorous – Zinc dialkyldithiophos-phate, AKA ZDDP, zincdialkylthiophosphate AKA ZDTP, or zincdithiophosphate, AKA ZDP -- has been used in mo-tor oil to protect sliding surfaces from wear. This is particu-larly important in areas like the interface of the cam with the lifter and rocker-arm tip with valve stem. These are high-force interfaces of metal-to-metal contact (but not really in physical contact, because there is a protective lubricant film between the bits). In modern engines this is not much of a problem because continued on page 4

Columbia Gorge MG Club

OFFICERS – 2019 President John Dutra 503-786-0851 [email protected]

Vice President Keith Ansell 360-882-3596 [email protected]

Secretary Joan Shelby 360-281-6677 [email protected]

Treasurer Carol Wilson 503-502-7448 (cell) [email protected]

Activities Peggy Oliver 503-709-3616 [email protected] + Sue Stose & Larry Haroun

Past President John Crowley 503-964-3884 [email protected]

IMPORTANT VOLUNTEERS We want to recognize the volunteers without whom our

club would not run as smoothly as it does. Thank You! ABFM Reps Ed Mullowney 360-607-4928 cell [email protected] Ken Shelby 360-334-2413 [email protected] Regalia Sales Sue Stose 360-601-7002 [email protected] Storage Locker George Wiggins 360-666-1788 Monitor [email protected] Nametags Peggy Oliver 503-709-3616 [email protected] Membership Steffi Rollins 360-576-7973 Database [email protected] Newsletter Peggy Oliver 503-709-3616 Mailing [email protected] Mailbox Carol Wilson 503/502-7448 (cell) [email protected] Webmaster Donna McNabb 503-645-9302 [email protected]

The MG Announcer The MG Announcer is the official publication for and pub-

lished by the Columbia Gorge MG Club. A mailed subscription is included in the club’s yearly dues. Electronic distribution (PDF by e-mail) is available—contact the editor.

Permission is hereby granted to reproduce any material pro-vided credit is given to the author and to the Columbia Gorge MG Club or the original publisher if applicable. Contents, including technical advice, are the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the organization. Application of this advice is at your own risk.

Wants and for sale advertising is free to members for a 3 month duration and $5 per month for non-members. Commercial advertising is $100 per year for a 1/4 page ad; $50 for a small (business card size) ad. Send ads to the editor by the publication deadline below.

Copy and advertising deadlines are the third Friday of the month preceding publication; in other words, one week after the Club meeting.

Editor: Donna McNabb — 503-645-9302 [email protected]

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Membership The Columbia Gorge MG Club was formed for and is

active in the promotion and driving enjoyment of MGs. All MG enthusiasts are welcome to join and share infor-mation and fun. The Columbia Gorge MG Club is affiliat-ed with the North American MGA Register, and the North American MGB Register. Membership dues are $25 per year, $12.50 after July 1st. See the Vice President.


President’s Message March 2019 Quite a few intrepid souls made it out to the February “snowpocalypse” meeting. The snow was minimal in town, but the outlying areas and the threat of ice kept some at home. Glad everyone came through safely. Actually cancelled was our annual Kimber par-ty, just too dangerous for people to be out and about. This is resched-uled for March 2nd, thanks to Keith and Ursula for hosting. Be sure to brush up on your MG trivia for the contest, you might win a prize! Speaking of weather, since these days are not the best for MG driv-ing, how about getting to those maintenance items that need to be sorted before the driving season hits. Start with a list of what needs to get done. There are quite a few resources available to you: call me to see if our member to member car fix resource could be helpful, Uni-versity Motors and Moss Motors have YouTube help videos, ask around at a club meeting or contact one of the advertisers in our newsletter. The main thing is to get at least the urgent items off your list for a season of carefree driving. Also, be sure your emergency tool bag is outfitted with the essentials for roadside action.

You might wonder what the benefits are of being a CGMG club member. Benefits include an outstanding newsletter, discounted annual dinner, member appreciation picnic, virtual tool box resource, member to member car fix, member led driving events as well as the opportunity to participate in events sponsored by other British car clubs. I really appreciate the camaraderie of our group and safety in numbers on our tours. I hope you will agree that your dues are a bargain for all this! I proposed an additional benefit for this year – the club will purchase dinner for the participants on a tour this season. The board approved this idea and the tour chosen will be a surprise, so make sure you attend as many as you can!! Safety fast!

John Dutra 503.786.0851 [email protected]

Virtual Tool Box By John Dutra

The club has purchased several tools to be loaned to club members. We are working on compiling the list of what is available, a few things are listed below. Please contact John Dutra or Ken Shelby for what else might be available Also, if you have tools you would be willing to loan, contact John or Ken to be included on the list.

Partial Tool Box List ¾” Drive Set – 7/8” to 2 ¼” Engine Hoist Engine Stand Spring Compressor

Members Only— 2018 Annual Financial Report

Inserted in this issue, or attached electronically.

Columbia Gorge MG Club Meeting Minutes—Feb 8

Welcome The meeting was called to order by John Dutra at 7:00 PM

We have guests tonight Larry Haroun’s son Joe and Joe’s friend Shawn. Ray Stose, Tom’s dad also joins us tonight.

Where We Have Been The crab feed benefit for the Lion’s club was well at-

tended by CGMG club members.

Reports Our Vice President Keith is absent tonight due to im-

pending weather. We have a new member Paul McShane, has a 1960 MGA being restored.

Secretary: Read your newsletter Treasurer: We have money. January balance is sig-

nificant (ask Carol). We have 110 members on the books, 63 have paid their dues. Peggy will be calling to remind members to pay your membership dues.

Activities Kimber party has been postponed until March 2nd due

to the weather. The run to O’Blarney’s has been changed to March

10th. Sue Stose has been doing email blasts with event

changes.

Upcoming Events

February 9: Classics & Coffee Meet for an impromptu car show and breakfast goodies.

February 17: Drive to Newberg Oregon hosted by Tom and Sue Stose. Meeting at Jantzen Beach Target at 12:30, leaving at 1:00. We will be taking the backroads to Finni-gan’s Bar and Grill, 2810 Portland Road, Newberg.

February 23: Clinic Hot or Cold? Clinic this month dealing with your cars cooling system. Pizza Noon to 1PM, then clinic runs from 1-3PM.

February 26: Pub Night at Bar garden Bavarian Social Haus 2905 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Blvd Ste 140. Please arrive at by 5:30 and bring cash.

March 10: St Patrick Day Run to O’Blarneys in Centra-lia WA ****NEW DATE****

March 2: Kimber Party/Potluck, an annual event hosted by the Ansell’s. The simulator will be going and there will be a quiz with prizes. We will meet at 3PM, to set up the shop, dinner at 6PM.

April 6: Board Meeting. We are going to every other month meeting. 8AM to eat breakfast, meeting starts at 9AM. Location Elmer’s on Sandy. All are welcome to at-tend.

April 28: Auto Jumble at Daimler Trucks parking deck 4555 N. Channel Ave Portland ***NEW LOCATION***

May 18: St John’s Parade Save the Date

More Reports Newsletter: Donna is absent tonight

Zinc—What to Do from page 1 the overhead-cam lifters have rollers riding the cam

profiles in place of “flat” tappets sliding against them. Contrary to a lot of baloney we have heard, it's not the

zinc that is important to protecting the moving surfaces. In reality, it is the phosphorous and sulfur in ZDDP which are significant in providing lubrication between highly-loaded, sliding surfaces. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1023/B:TRIL.0000044495.26882.b5 Iron interacts with phos-phorous to create a protective, sacrificial film between the moving parts. ZDDP also contributes sulfur, which is a common component of extreme-pressure additives.

ZDDP/ZDTP/ZDP – we'll call this ZDDP for conven-ience– is not being eliminated from modern motor oils, contrary to what some sources say, but the concentration is being reduced. Phosphorous is the element whose reduction is necessary to protect the modern-motor-vehicle emission-control system. It “poisons” the catalytic converter and O2 sensor which are so important to keeping combustion bad stuff out of the air. Friction modifiers that improve fuel mileage also reduce wear.

At it's peak, in the late 1980's, the concentration of ZDDP in motor oil was optimized at about 1200 ppm (parts per million). It stayed around that level for many years, then began to decline around the early part of this century. In current, API SN grade oil, ZDDP content is in the 600-

800 ppm range. This may look like quite a serious reduc-tion. But ... in the 1950's -1960's, the ZDDP content of popular motor oils used in our cars of the period when they were new (MS grade) was in the range of 500 ppm. So, cur-rent API SN grade oil has more ZDDP than the oil in these cars when they were contemporary daily drivers and/or weekend racers – up to 60% more. How did they last to this day without wiping out the cams? If 500 ppm of ZDDP worked for so long why are we concerned about getting back to 1200 ppm? From what I have learned, 1930's through 1960's engines in normal use -- that is operated within the original-design-performance envelope – should be adequately lubricated by current oils of the recommend-ed viscosity level. The higher-level, 1200 ppm concentra-tion may increase longevity. Engines of the 1970-1990's period should have ZDDP level of 1200 ppm* in the cor-rect viscosity. Of course, many of our British cars of the 1970's have engine designs going back to the 1940's and 1950's. In more-strenuous service, more ZDDP is definitely beneficial. But, there is an upper limit, beyond which en-gine damage can occur.

———————————————— *This is critical for GM's small-block V- 8 engines

with the D-500 hydraulic lifters and stamped-steel rocker arms, which are sometimes found in engine-swapped Brit-ish car.

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Club Regalia

For club members who are interested, Club Regalia items are available. Currently there is a supply of hats available with the MG Club Logo, as well as some t-shirts, patches, window decals, grill badges and lapel pins with the MGA Club Logo. If you would like shirts, vests, jackets, and other types of clothing with custom Club embroidery, purchase the item so that it fits and the colors suit you. Then, Sue Stose will have it embroidered with the club insignia.

If interested in regalia, contact Sue Stose at: 360-601-7002 or [email protected]

to place an order.

Regalia: Sue reports she has hats, shir ts (L and XL), and a women’s large jacket. We have grill plaques, small and large patches and window decals. Contact Sue Stose for more information.

ABFM: Meeting Feb 20 in Lake Oswego.

Old Business: Virtual Tool Box: We will be purchasing 3-4 items for

the toolbox. If you have a tool you are willing to loan to members, please contact Ken Shelby or John Dutra. Larry Haroun offered his lift for day use.

New Business Member to member car help. We are looking to organ-

ize a group of members to perform simple repairs on mem-ber vehicles at the member’s home. John D will be writing an article for the newsletter. We are looking for a volunteer car.

Miscellaneous Nametag Drawing: Winners are Gerald McBurney

and Ken Shelby. Adjourn to Raffle Meeting adjourned 7:21 PM Members are encouraged to donate items each month to

our raffle. Thank you. Respectfully submitted by Joan Shelby, Secretary

The reference to “more-strenuous service” above is important. In original form, many of our cars do not have truly high-performance engines. Particularly, they do not have the higher forces at the friction surfaces and don't run a lot at high RPM. More-aggressive, higher-lift cams with severe ramp angles and stronger valve springs require stronger lube protection.. High-performance engines are running continuously at high RPM. These engines require higher levels of ZDDP to protect the sliding surfaces.

If an owner wants to get the ZDDP level back up to 1200 PPM, how does one do it? Pour an additive into the current, normal oil or change to a higher-ZDDP oil. But, that's not as straight-forward as it might seem.

Part 2

Additives Doctoring regular motor oil by dosing it with a mysti-

cal ZDDP elixir seems like a no brainer – simply unscrew cap, aim at filler opening, tip bottle, empty bottle. Mission accomplished. Whoa! Step away from that engine. Confu-cius or some other wise person said ”you can't be too rich or too thin.” He or she should have added: “ but too much ZDDP is harmful to your engine.” Over about 1800 – 2000 ppm, ZDDP can cause micro-pitting of metal surfaces, like cams, tappets, rocker-arm tips and valve stems. Excessive pitting removes material, continued on page 7

MEMBER TO MEMBER CAR FIX Do you need a little help with a project on your car?

Are you willing to help someone with a minor repair on their car? The member to member car fix is designed to help us help each other keep our cars running well.

Contact John Dutra if you’d like to get help or offer help. 503.786.0851, [email protected]

Club Meeting—March 8

We meet in the side-room at Stark Street Pizza (92nd and SE Stark Street in Portland). There is social (and/or dinner) time before the meeting which starts at 7:00 pm. In the summer months, May through September, we have an after-meeting tour. In the other months, we try to have a speaker. March is Jeff Zurchmeide, automotive journalist.

The business part of the meeting is generally short. If you have any issue to bring before the Board, you can bring it up at the club meeting. We welcome stories of where you have been with your car, or what you are working on fixing at the moment.

Bring an item for the raffle at the end. Proceeds go to expand and improve the Christmas Party Raffle.

Join us! It is the members that make the meetings lively

Classics & Coffee—March 9

A social gathering for British Car owners on the second Saturday morning every month at 9:00 am at Common-wealth Classics in Vancouver. Drive your British car if pos-sible but please come in any car. Address 1613 E. 4th St., Vancouver WA 98661.

Annual Drive to O’Blarney’s in Centralia —March 10

See article on page 1.

Pub Night—March 26

The last Tuesday of every month, we gather at a pub for food, beverage, and fellowship. The location changes throughout the area so there will be one near you sometime. This is a great way for members to get to know each other better.

Pub Night for March will be at Heathen Brewing Feral Pub House in Vancouver. See the article on page 1 for de-tails.

Clinic—March 30—April Fools

March 30th is just a couple of days before April First also known as April Fools Day.....soooo.

There are books, well at least catalogs, out there that want to take your money and probably cost you a lot of money and at the least reduce the performance of your car! At the January clinic people asked for a clinic on things that improved the handling, value or performance of our cars.

March Activities After looking at most of the non-stock things offered I find that the majority at most add some bling.

Engine Items: 90% might help a racecar. Most of these would actually reduce the fun of driving your street car. There are bits that some post-1974 cars might benefit from because government/smog control had reduced the horse-power and some things might help restore performance.

Suspension: Do you know what the item will do? Will it add understeer or oversteer, make it a stiffer ride and make it less fun to drive? Virtually all suspension things will alter the way your car drives. On a racecar lower is better, on the street lowering the car usually makes the car ride poorly, bumps in the road will shake you up and usual-ly the car becomes “twitchy”. Make sure you know what an item will do and that it is something you desire.

Interior: Original or custom? Custom usually does not add value to the car. Many times you have to change some-thing like the seats to get the custom stuff installed. If you really want it and have actually looked at the cost.....not just the purchase cost and still want it, go for it.

Exterior: Chrome, brass, painted? Many will say that unless an item has an interest because of age it will reduce the value of the car.

Lighting: Definite improvements can be made but be careful of what the effect is on your total electrical systems.

If you like it and you have looked at the facts and still want to add something to your car, do it. Just get the facts first and see if it actually does what you want. Hopefully by the end of this clinic we will have gone over the parts you have considered and understand what it will do or not do! Always the last Saturday of the month

When: Noon to One is generous helping of Pizza and B.S. BYOB (Beverage- Bring a 6 pack and what you leave is the “cost” of the Clinic!). Pizza supplied by Haggerty Insurance. Bring a desert to share.

One to three is when we get on the subject. Stay after for discussions and other stuff.

Where: Keith & Ursula’s Foreign Parts Positively—19900 NE189th St. Brush Prairie, WA 98606. 360-882-3596North on I-205 over Columbia River. Exit Padden Parkway EAST and travel about 10 miles (through the vil-lage of Hockinson.) Turn right at 184th St. “Alderbrook” sign. Take a Hard Left first chance after the “Mountain Meadows” sign.

HAPPY ST PATRICK’S

DAY


Zinc from page 5 weakens the surface structure of the metal parts, and accel-erates wear. In constant-speed engines, excess ZDDP can cause crystals to form in spark-plug gaps, fouling plugs. There is no reason any of our non-high-performance en-gines needs more than 1200 ppm of ZDDP.

First we need to know what is the ZDDP level of the oil being treated to determine how much of the magic potion to add. Seldom will that info be on the label, and it will take some internet searching to find data. Look for the Product Data Sheet (PDS) or Technical Data Sheet (TDS) associat-ed with a motor oil. When written specs for oil are found, ZDDP may not be specifically listed. There will be num-bers for zinc but sometimes not phosphorous. Zinc and phosphorous are usually present in about the same concen-trations. A fair estimate for ZDDP content will be the zinc concentration, which will approximate the phosphorous concentration. A figure of 800 ppm of zinc suggests the ZDDP level, and consequently phosphorous level, will be around the 800 ppm range. Oil specs change with API grades. so checking the label for grade and then checking back on the producer's data periodically is a good practice. http://pqiamerica.com/PCMO_Sample_Summary_12_15_2016.html

Now, how much ZDDP additive is needed to elevate the ZDDP concentration to the target level? Some calculat-ing will be necessary. See, seventh-grade math was not a complete waste of time. The tough part will be finding out how much ZDDP is in the additive. Most labels just say something like: “Dump this bottle of goo into 4-6 quarts of oil.” Pretty scientific, eh? If it produces a ZDDP level of 2000 ppm in six quarts (which is more than desired), it will be above the upper, safe concentration in five or four quarts.

Proper use of an additive is to start with warm engine and oil, pour in “snake oil”, and run engine to stabilized operating temperature immediately to assure thorough mix-ing.

Oil As mentioned, SN grade oils have about 600-800 ppm

ZDDP. There are many higher-ZDDP-content oils on the market. Some are sold as “racing oil”. There is a caution here. In pure racing oil, the big-number ZDDP will proba-bly be there alright, but the rest of the additives needed by a street engine probably won't all be included. Racing oil gets changed very frequently, so it doesn't need a high TBN (total base number) for acid protection nor the correspond-ing package of detergents and other protective additives. Track oil just doesn't need all the other refinements for dai-ly driving. Reputable racing-oil producers will specifically recommend against using this oil in a non-racing applica-tion, specifying “use only in racing or non-highway appli-cations” or similar caution. If the “racing oil” label says “API Service SN”, it does have the additives for daily use in addition to a possibly-higher ZDDP level. https://www.enginelabs.com/tech-stories/racing-oil-vs-street-oil-know-the-differences/ Valvoline VR1 is one of the better-known examples. An ILSAC GF5 reference on the label means continued on page 8

Welcome to New Members Paul McShane and Darice Brayton! By Keith Ansell

They have a 1960 MGA Roadster that came from a family member who had started the car's restoration many years ago. About a year ago they decided to finish the car and it's almost done. The mechanical restoration is with an MGB engine and a five speed gearbox. The body is almost finished in a "very dark blue" with a gray interior. Should be a very pretty and fast car!

Looking forward to seeing them with the new car this summer on tours and at events!!!

WELCOME Paul and Darice!!!

Zinc from page 7 the oil will definitely not exceed 800 ppm ZDDP. The ILSAC grade would typically appear on low-viscosity oils like 0W-20 and 5W-30.

Some oils, including some synthetic oils, claim to be specifically formulated for older engines and claim high ZDDP levels. But, some oils sold for “high-mileage cars” do not necessarily have a higher ZDDP content. Their basic, primary dif-ference is the addition of a seal-swelling agent to reduce oil leakage, and they may have a bit more detergent. Viscosities may be increased to the upper limit of the range to decrease oil burning. Do some research. https://www.pennzoil.com/en_us/products/blends-conventional-oils/high-mileage.html

Diesel oils can have more ZDDP. In particular, some, like Off Highway Delo 400 (not 400 LE, sold at Costco) and Shell Rotella T have high ZDDP levels. These oils are generally only available through jobbers, not retail stores, and often only in sizes larger than quart.

This is my conclusion for use in my cars (yours may vary). I determined that current oils with 800 ppm of ZDDP are

adequate for my older engines. A target of 1200 ppm is good for anything I drive, old or new. Any oil with more than 1800-2000 ppm is too high for the health of my engines.

February Sunday Drive Fun By Peggy Oliver

Awesome Sunday "Sun" came out with some clouds...... 5 little LBC's—George (MGB) Frank (MGBGT) Ed-Marianne (MGBGT) Tom-Sue (Midget) Ursula-Keith (MGBGT) Peggy (daily driver)—left Jantzen Beach area and traveled the freeway-downtown-up over the hill to Council Crest-back down– out the back roads to Scholls Ferry Road - curvy - wonderful fields of green - down into Newberg for a wonder-ful mid-day meal of fish n' chips/soups/salads/ at "Finnigan's" .

Thanks, Tom and Sue - fan-tastic journey.


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Columbia Gorge MG Board Meeting Minutes—Feburary 2

Members in attendance: John Dutra (President), Keith Ansell, (Vice President), Joan Shelby (Secretary), Peggy Oliver (Activities) Sue Stose (Activities), Carol Wilson (Treasurer), Ken Shelby (ABFM), Donna McNabb (Newsletter) Bob McNabb & Finlay, Tom and Ray Stose, Roger Wilson, Frank Fassold, Gerald McBurney

Meeting called to order 9:00 AM by John Dutra. We have a new member: Paul McShane and Darice

Brayton Sherwood Oregon. They are restoring a 60 MG roadster.

Open discussion/New items Newsletter: A member has concerns about advertisements in the

newsletter. There was discussion regarding the size of ads in the newsletter and the disclaimer also in the newsletter.

Motion: Limit the size of advertisements to ¼ page in the newsletter. We will accentuate the prominence of the disclaimer in the newsletter. Motion second and approved.

Member appreciation: John Dutra proposed an idea to have the club pay for

lunch or hors d’oeuvres for members during a run or over-night tour. The idea will increase participation during events. This is a treat and will not be advertised prior to the event.

Motion: The club will pay for lunch or hors d’oeuvres for participating members of tours or overnight runs. This gift will be at the discretion of the President. Motion sec-ond and approved.

Virtual Tool Box: John is requesting authorization from the Board to

spend up to $700 for tools to be lent to members for repair-ing their cars. John D and Ken will be responsible for main-taining a website page with the inventory of tools that are available. Tools will be assigned a replacement value in case tools are broken or lost.

Members will have to complete paperwork prior to ob-taining tools.

Motion: John is authorized to spend up to $700 for tools to be lent to members. Motion second and approved.

Activities: Kelly Brown is our speaker for February. Jeff Zur-

schmeide is our March speaker. We are in need of tours for June and July. Vancouver BC ABFM is Saturday May 18th. This year

showcasing Bentley, Mini and AJS Motorcycle. Next Board Meeting: April 6, 2019 at Elmer’s Sandy

8AM for breakfast, 9AM meeting Meeting adjourned 9:51 AM Respectfully submitted, Joan Shelby Secretary

Tour Organizers Needed! — Speakers Needed! —

Please Volunteer!

Call Peggy Oliver with your ideas or to volunteer—503-709-3616

Rendezvous 2019 – July 25-28 at Spirit Mountain Casino By Donna McNabb

You are invited to join other MG enthusiasts at Rendezvous. Hosted by Club T MG, and held annually at different loca-tions in the Pacific Northwest, this event includes a Funkhana, scenic tour or gimmick rally, car show, a little free time, ban-quet, raffle, and auction, followed by a winner’s circle send off on Sunday morning. You are guaranteed fun, frolicking, and fellowship.

A Funkhana is a timed, low-speed, tight turn course in a parking lot, requiring precision driving and whacky antics to complete for each driver/passenger pair. It is a hoot to participate and even more entertaining to watch. Trophies and brag-ging rights are liberally applied.

The car show on Saturday morning features all makes and models of British cars. Trophies are awarded. As an added bonus, we raffle a nice prize at the conclusion of the car show. Most often it has been a full picnic set, but sometimes it is a bird house or ocean theme basket.

This year’s location is Spirit Mountain Casino, outside of McMinnville, nestled in the Coastal Range in Grand Ronde, about 30 minutes from the ocean. It is a wonderful setting for some history at Fort Yamhill State Heritage Area, forested mountain roads for an exquisite scenic tour, and free time entertainment in (or out) of the Casino.

Please plan to join us at Rendezvous this year. Registration forms will be available shortly on the Club T MG website (www.clubtmg.org). Tell your friends and neighbors. Everyone is welcome whether you drive your MG or not!


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Spring Rally — May 4-5 By Reid Trummel

Maybe you remember this event from last May. That was the first one. We went to Condon and stayed one night at the Hotel Condon and had dinner at the Condon Elks Lodge.

The idea of this event is that it is a kick-off to the “touring season.” It’s scheduled on the weekend immedi-ately after the AutoJumble Swap Meet, and that’s always scheduled for the last weekend in April. That makes the dates of the 2nd Annual Spring Rally May 4-5.

We’re going to Dufur and staying at the Balch Hotel. Dufur is 12 miles south of The Dalles, and that’s one night, Saturday, May 4.

There’s no organized tour to get there. You go via your own chosen route and on your own or with others as you may arrange. We “rally” there in Dufur. That’s the original meaning of rally: to get together somewhere, such as “rally ‘round the flag.” This rally has nothing to do with stop-watches, calculators, clipboards, checkpoints, etc. We all just rally (meet) in Dufur.

We’ll arrive 4-6 p.m. for hotel check-in and at 6 we head into The Dalles – just 12 miles away – for dinner at Big Jim’s Drive In. After dinner we’ll head over to the lounge at the nearby Columbia Portage Grill for after-dinner drinks and maybe even dessert. After that it’s back to the Balch for a restful night in this fabulous historic ho-tel.

There’s no registration form or registration cost for this event. All you have to do to participate is make your own

reservation at the Balch Hotel (for the night of Saturday, May 4). Note that there are no rooms blocked for us. It’s strictly first come, first served, and so NOW is the time to make that call and make that reservation. They have only 20 rooms and several of those are already taken.

Balch Hotel: www.balchhotel.com

(541) 467-2277 It’s a very good bet this little weekend getaway will sell

out early, and there is no alternative lodging in Dufur (although if you have a B-GT you could conceivably sleep in it). NOW would be a very good time to make sure that you will be part of this good time by calling and making that room reservation.

We’re rallying in Dufur on the Saturday after the AutoJumble Swap Meet. See you there?

Enjoying a meal on the February drive. Won’t you join us next time?

March 2—Cecil Kimber Party 8—Club Meeting 9—Classics & Coffee 10—St. Patrick’s Day Run to O’Blarneys in Centralia 26—Pub Night: Heathen Brew Pub in Vancouver 30—Clinic

April 6—Board Meeting 12—Club Meeting 13—Classics & Coffee 13—Run with Carol Vandal 27—Clinic 27—none club - 2019 Tulip Rally www.tuliprallye.org 28—AutoJumble—new location 30—Pub Night

May 4-5—Dufur Overnighter with Trummels 10—Club Meeting 11—Classics & Coffee 11—Portland Transmission Show http://portlandtrans.com/spring- classic-corner/ 18—St. Johns Parade 18—ABFM Van Duzen Gardens, BC 19—Scavenger Hunt with Peggy O 25—Clinic 28—Pub Night

Club sponsored events are shown in bold. Other automotive events are listed for your information. You can attend them on your own (and perhaps write an article about your experience for the newsletter. Pictures are always wel-come). Additional information about these events can be found on the web-site.

June 8—Board Meeting 8—Classics & Coffee 14—Club Meeting 25—Pub Night 29—Clinic

July 12—Club Meeting 13—Classics & Coffee 25-28—Rendezvous with Club T 30—Pub Night No Clinic this month

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