JANUARY 2026 TUMBLEWEED CLUB OF NEW MEXICO

RG #79, EARLY FORD V-8 CLUB OF AMERICA, PO BOX 21538, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87154-1538

MEETS FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, 7:00 P.M, North Domingo Baca Mutigenerational Center,

7600 Carmel NE, Albuquerque, NM

V8 TIMES

PLEASE NOTE: All meetings include Show & Tell. Members are encouraged to bring items to share.

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7 pm at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7600 Carmel NE, one-half block North and West of Paseo Del Norte and Wyoming. Program on Vapor Lock by Joe Abbin.

NEXT BOARD MEETING: Thursday, January 8th, 6:30 pm, Village Pizza in Corrales.

BREAKFAST GROUP: Saturday, January 10th, 2026, 8:30 am at Weck’s, 10131 Coors Blvd. NW, in front of Harbor Freight

CLUB WEBSITE: Be sure to check out our website at www.abqfordflatheadv8.com Updated “current Information and calendar” is on the current information page. More club pictures are on the website.

FORD V8 FOUNDATION WEBSITE: Another interesting website to check out is www.fordv8foundation.org

EARLY FORD V8 CLUB OF AMERICA WEBSITE: www.earlyfordv8.org

January 6th Meeting – Vapor Lock

Vapor lock (fuel starvation) is a flathead Ford trademark due to the high placement of the fuel pump far away from the gas tank and situated in a hot area on an engine that typically runs on the hot side. In addition, modern fuel blends have different vaporization characteristics than those available in the day. These factors result in hard starting and erratic operation of our flathead Fords.

This month’s program will explore the options available to cure the flathead Ford vapor lock problems and make flathead touring more fun! Joe Abbin will be doing the honors.

The meeting will be held Tuesday, January 6th, 7pm at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7600 Carmel NE. If you have any items appropriate for the raffle, please bring them.

January 10th Club Breakfast

We invite club members and friends to meet for breakfast on Saturday, January 10th, at 8:30 am at Weck’s, 10131 Coors Blvd. NW, in front of Harbor Freight. Let’s get together!

January Birthdays and Anniversaries

Demetrio Lee (1) Chris & Amy Joiner (1)

Liz Johnson (14) Bill & Evonne Joiner (21)

Bill Joiner (21)

Don Gutierrez (27)

David McLain (31)

2026 January President’s Message – Jeff Jackson

Welcome to 2026, fellow flatheaders. I woke up this morning and realized again that today is the first day of the rest of my life – yours also. A little philosophical but who cares. Let’s make 2026 a banner year again for our car club. We start out with Joe Abbin providing insight into vapor lock on our early Fords. Who among us hasn’t had a vapor lock issue?

The directors last year developed a nice list of potential topics for our monthly meetings. We will discuss the potential topics at our January meeting. You can review them as they are listed later in this newsletter. Then the board will meet on Thursday, January 8th, to firm up some programs and activities.

Personally, I’d like to see more participation in the Saturday breakfasts. They provide an opportunity to discuss issues and enjoy each other’s company. Also this year, let’s plan an overnight trip to somewhere not too far from home so we can have time to socialize in the evening and drive our cars on some backroads.

Jokes of the Month

I may not have lost all my marbles yet, but there is a small hole in the bag somewhere.

My super power is holding onto junk for years and throwing it away a week before I need it.

Do you ever feel like your body’s “check engine” light has been on and you’re still driving it like “nah, it’ll be fine”?

My son asked if a punch bowl is where you keep the names of people you want to punch. I usually keep them in my head, but; storing them in decorative crystal seems really classy.

The biggest lie I tell myself is “I don’t need to write that down, I’ll remember it.”

Saw a store that has a sign that reads, “We treat you like family!” Yup, NOT going in there.

I don’t know how to use TikTok, but I can write in cursive, do long division and tell time on clocks with hands . . .so there’s that.

You think you know stress? When I grew up, if you missed a TV show you just missed it. Forever.

Elementary kids have IPhones. When I was a kid, I put glue on my hands just so I could peel it off when it dried.

I’m in a Wal-Mart parking lot watching a woman who can’t remember where she parked. Every time she holds her remote in the air, I honk my horn.

Someone just honked to get me out of my parking spot faster, so now I have to sit here until both of us are dead.

2026 OFFICERS AND BOARD MEMBERS

President: Jeff Jackson (jbjaxun@gmail.com) 505-908-7565

Vice-President: Joe Abbin (roadrunnerengr@msn.com) 505-263-1946

Secretary: Liz Johnson (diesel_buster@yahoo.com) 505-281-5747

Treasurer: Amy Joiner (amy2001tweety@hotmail.com) 505-382-8724

Director: Joe Baird (clanbaird@gmail.com) 505-263-5329

Director: Larry Bost (LBost111@gmail.com) 505-379-7891

Director: Debbie Louie (GusandDebbie@gmail.com) 505-225-9488

Director: Anthony Wagner (anthonywagner@comcast.net) 505-270-5015

Director: Roger Wilbur 505-603-5031

Newsletter Editor: Beth Jackson (bjaxun@gmail.com) 505-908-8564

Suggested Topics For 2026 Meetings

2026 Activity suggestions with potential presenters or coordinators:

Pin striping – Bost

World Class Ship Modeling –Straub

NM History-Montie Avery

Auto Art, Graphic Design-Baird, Graham, McGlaughlin, etc.

Auto Theft-Abbin

Tools Presentation & Tour-Jerry Page

NM Hunting & Fishing- Wilbur, etc.

NM License Plates

EFV-8 Ignition, electrical trouble shooting-Baird

EFV-8 Carburetion

Model Trains-Lenander, Chris Joiner

(2026 activity suggestions continued)

Auto Insurance

Auto Detailing

Sparkplugs-Corbin

Larry Icerman Collection Tour (Santa Fe)

Jim Guthrie Museum & Shop Tour (ABQ)

Commemorative Air Force Tour (Moriarty)

2025 CHRISTMAS PARTY PICTURES

Thanks to George and Jackie Abernathy for hosting another great Christmas Party.

The Club collected $104 for Roadrunner Food Bank.

Thanks to Joyce Clements for this advertisement.

Newsletter Note

Members are encouraged to submit articles, ads, and photographs for inclusion in the newsletter. Please understand we have a volunteer Newsletter Editor so try and submit typed and proofed articles, comments, and new want ads. The deadline for submissions is the 20th of the month. Beth Jackson, 505-908-7564, or email: JBJaxun@gmail.com

JANUARY 2026 CLASSIFIED ADS

For Sale: Radiator for 1953 Ford P.U. - very good $150. Gary McGlasson 505-250-1586

For Sale: 1940 Mercury Sedan Coupe. Call Max Glover for more information. 505-249-7344 Cell or 505-792-2011 Home.

For Sale: 1940 Willys. Former gasser. All steel. 468 cu.in. BBC, TH350 transmission, Ford 9” rear end, disc brakes all around, straight axle, Mustang steering box, Custom grey ultra leather interior, Kenwood stereo, alarm. No A/C, PS, or PB. $59,000 OBO. Joe Abbin, roadrunnerengr@msn.com, 505-263-1946.

For Sale: 1931 Model A Coupe. Older restoration. Runs & drives well. Modern radiator, 6v alternator, electrical upgrades. $16,000. Jake at 602-275-7990,jake@vintagepartsarizona.com

Storage: Outdoor $25/month, secure yard. Joe Abbin 505-296-7678

Wanted: 1957 Ford ½ Ton Truck, Don Gutierrez 951-241-4959

Services Offered: Vintage engine rebuilding, any make, any model. Stock or modified. Dynamometer testing available. Results guaranteed. References available. Gary McGlasson, 505-250-1586.

Tumbleweed Early Ford V8 Club Calendar for 2026 (Preliminary)

January

Tuesday 6th Club Meeting 7pm North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, Program on Vapor Lock by Joe Abbin. Refreshments by Beth & Jeff Jackson

Saturday 10th Breakfast 8:30am Weck’s at 10131 Coors Blvd NW, in front of Harbor Freight

February

Tuesday 3rd Club Meeting 7pm North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center

Saturday 14th Breakfast 8:30am

March

Tuesday 3rd Club Meeting 7pm N Domingo Baca Center

Saturday 14th Breakfast 8:30am

April

Tuesday 7th Club Meeting 7pm N Domingo Baca Center

Saturday 11th Breakfast 8:30am

May

Tuesday 5th Club Meeting N Domingo Baca Center

Sunday 17th Museum Car Show, 10am – 3pm

Monday 25th 11 – 2, Club Birthday Party

June

Tuesday 2nd Club Meeting 7pm N Domingo Baca Center

Saturday 13th Breakfast 8:30am

July

Tuesday 7th Club Meeting 7pm N Domingo Baca Center

Saturday 4th Parade in Corrales and Picnic at Azevedo’s, 209 Hansen Rd., Corrales, 87048.

August

Tuesday 4th Club Meeting 7pm

Saturday 8th Breakfast 8:30am

Sunday ?? All Clubs Picnic at Oak Flats for info go to www.nmcarcouncil.com

September

Tuesday 1st Club Meeting 7pm

Sunday ?? State Fair Car Show, meet for breakfast after set-up.

October

Tuesday 6th Club Meeting 7pm

Saturday 10th Breakfast 8:30am

November

Tuesday 3rd Club Meeting 7pm Officer Election

Saturday 14th Breakfast 8:30am

December

Saturday 12th Club Christmas Party 1pm Potluck

Businesses Used by Members

(Send us names of businesses you have used)

1. Starters and Alternators of New Mexico, 3711 Franciscan St NE, Albuquerque NM 87107, 505-344-5025, Eldon.

2. Skinners Carburetor & Distributor Service, 3100 Pan American Fwy NE, Unit 6, Albuquerque, NM 87107, 505-344-3704, Albert & Nic.

3. McBride’s Springs & Welding, 1010 2nd St NW, Albuquerque NM 87102, 505-242-2174.

4. Old Car Garage/World Wide Automotive, 3232 Girard Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM 505-881-2722, Bob.

5. Auto Glass Now, 8201 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM 87110, 505-897-9000. Also at 8301 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque NM 87113, 505-445-7022

6. Wild Heart Ranch Texas, 3120 FM 1995, Van TX 75790, 505-908-7565