FEBRUARY 2023 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., LOCATION TBA
TIMES
PLEASE NOTE: All meetings include Show & Tell. Members are encouraged to bring items to share.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, February 7, 2023, 7 pm at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7600 Carmel NE, one-half block North and West of Paseo Del Norte and Wyoming. Program by Danny of Southwest Auto Paints & Supplies.
NEXT BOARD MEETING: TBD
BREAKFAST GROUP: Saturday, February 11, 8:30am at Vic’s Daily Café followed by a tour of The Unser Racing Museum, 1776 Montano Rd NW at 10 am.
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
FEBRUARY 7TH MEETING
Our February meeting will be held at 7pm at the North Domingo Baca Mutigenerational Center at 7600 Carmel NE. Refreshments will be provided by Larry Bost and Jim & Joyce Clements. There will be some great prizes in our raffle.
Southwestern Auto Paints & Supplies has been in business for the past 34 years, located at 2105 Candelaria Rd NE, Phone 505-880-1474. Danny is the main man who will be providing the presentation of its history and types of paints and services provided. Join us for the meeting and learn all about this outstanding business.
BREAKFAST AND UNSER MUSEUM TOUR
Club members and friends will be meeting for breakfast on Saturday, February 11th, 8:30 am at Vic’s Daily Café. This fine establishment is located at 3600 Osuna Rd NE #105. After breakfast we will adjourn to The Unser Racing Museum at 1776 Montano Rd NW. The museum is open at 10am and admission is $10 for adults and $6 for seniors and military. The Unser Racing Museum is a multi-dimensional museum experience utilizing modern technologies to educate and immerse the visitor in the exciting world of racing. The museum spans the early days of racing from Pikes Peak and Indianapolis to the latest technology, including a racing simulator that puts you in the driver’s seat, and interactive kiosks for young and old to learn more about racing in a fun, educational environment.
Hope to see many of you there!
President’s Message for February 2023 Chris Joiner
Well, it’s hard to believe we are already to February. Time is flying by. I am ready for warmer weather so I can get my cars out and drive them. Shoot, even warmer weather would be beneficial to be able to work on them. I have enjoyed watching the car auctions on TV. I am super excited for our club to get to go to Las Cruces the first weekend in June to see the Globo Rojo Museum. It will be a great trip. We are also planning a trip up north in October to see the fall colors. There are lots of exciting things coming up this year. I look forward to seeing you all at the meeting and at the Unser Museum in February.
Minutes of the January 3rd Meeting
The meeting was called to order by President Chris. There were 16 members in attendance and no guests. Chris welcomed all and shared positive remarks for the coming year. Treasurer Amy reported that for 2022 we brought in about $1300 between dues and 50/50 raffle, which was more than expected. Amy also reported that we had about $840 in expenses, which was less than expected. We will use 2022 actual numbers for the 2023 budget. Chris offered birthday and anniversary greetings. Thanks to Amy for providing cookies and water this evening. The refreshment sign up sheet was then passed around. There were no corrections or additions to the November meeting minutes. However, Joe Abbin did suggest that maybe we add the proposed calendar of events to the newsletter. George reported that the Christmas party went well, there was lots of food, and food went home with people. He also reported that someone left a red bowl, and that Joe left a book. The owner of the red bowl was not in attendance at the meeting. Chris announced that donations for the raffle are always welcome. Joyce donated a 2006 calendar, which can be used for 2023 (years repeat after some time). There was no other old business. Chris announced that the club breakfast this month will be at Vick’s Vittle’s on Central on Saturday 1/14, then afterwards we will go to Joe’s shop. There was some discussion about the hours of Vick’s, but it was decided that it will be open on Saturday. Chris also announced that our next club meeting will be on February 7th, 7pm at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center. Danny with Southwest Auto Paints & Supplies will have a presentation for us that evening. Chris asked for suggestions for breakfast for 2/11. Vi suggested Vic’s Daily Café. That will work nicely since we will be visiting the Unser Racing Museum afterwards. Joe did not provide a crime report as he was saving time for his presentation. Joe mentioned the auctions in Scottsdale at the end of this month. He said he thinks there is five at once. Joyce mentioned that the Museum Car Show will be on May 21. Vi had some show and tell items from Hawaii. We had refreshments and the raffle. Thank goodness for George’s jelly. Joe did his informative presentation about Hawaii and their coinage. He passed around a coin. Bob and Vi were the only ones dressed for the occasion.
February Birthdays and Anniversaries
Bob Quirici (5) Joe & Amanda Baird (5)
Pat Bost (9)
Debbie Van de Velde (9)
Chris Joiner (12)
Neva Coffee (19)
Anita Warren (24)
Joe Warren (25)
Richard Polk (28)
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
2023 OFFICERS & DIRECTORS
President: Chris Joiner (amy2001tweety@hotmail.com) 505-382-8723
Vice-President: George Abernathy (docszoo22@gmail.com) 505-771-2113
Secretary: Jackie Abernathy (docszoo22@gmail.com) 505-269-4010
Treasurer: Amy Joiner (amy2001tweety@hotmail.com) 505-382-8724
Director: Joe Abbin (roadrunnerengr@msn.com) 505-263-1946
Director: Larry Bost (LBost111@gmail.com) 505-379-7891
Director: Don Gutierrez 951-241-4959
Director: Jeff Jackson (jbjaxun@gmail.com) 505-908-7565
Director: Bill Joiner (joinerenterprise@cs.com) 505-238-1794
Director: Joe Warren (jbwarren302@gmail.com) 505-554-1387
Director: Roger Wilbur 505-603-5031
JOKES OF THE MONTH
John was on his deathbed and gasped pitifully, “Give me one last request, dear,” he said.
“Of course, John,” his wife said softly.
“Six months after I die,” he said, “I want you to marry Bob.”
“But I thought you hated Bob,” she said.
With his last breath John said, “I do!”
SUCCESS
At age 4 success is . . . . Not piddling in your pants.
At age 12 success is . . . . Having friends.
At age 17 success is . . . . Having a driver’s license.
At age 35 success is . . . . Having money.
At age 50 success is . . . . Having money
At age 70 success is . . . . Having a driver’s license.
At age 75 success is . . . . Having friends.
At age 80 success is . . . . Not piddling in your pants.
BORROWED FROM “THE DISTRIBUTOR” HIGH COUNTRY EFV8 CLUB #28
DENVER, CO
The New Ford V-8, developed in secrecy, brought power and speed to the masses. The first version produced 65 horsepower from 221 cubic inches. The same basic design stayed in production for 21 years, two more than the Model T’s inline-four. The Flathead carburetor, a pretty simple device as carbs go, does have an interesting history. I though it might be fun to take a look at the history of our flathead carbs. Have you ever heard of Detroit Lubricator? Did you know that the first Ford flatheads in 1932 & 1933 came with a Detroit Lubricator, a single barrel carburetor mounted on an aluminum, single plane, intake manifold? It is certainly something I didn’t know. What was the Detroit Lubricator Company; from my research it seems they were mainly known for the automatic lubricators used in steam engines and locomotives. I could find little information on the carburetor end of their company.
Their carbs were not only used on Fords but Packards and Cadillacs, among others. The single barrel, single plane manifold used on the first Ford V8s were not good at distributing the fuel mixture evenly to all eight cylinders. Henry had apparently insisted on this system initially.
In 1934, a dual throat carburetor, dual plane manifold was introduced which greatly improved performance. The Carb was a Stromberg 40, with the induction improvements and a new cast alloy crankshaft the 34 flathead developed 85 hp.
In 1935 Ford went to the Stromberg 48 carb, the horsepower remained the same.
In 1936 the carburetor changed to the infamous Stromberg 97, one of the best known carbs in the performance world. Highly sought after today, original carbs have become somewhat scarce.
They are so in demand that they are actually remanufacturing them today; they are not cheap of course!
In 1937 the little V8 60 was introduced with a Stromberg 81 Carb. This little engine was actually designed for the European markets that taxed on displacement, and in England on bore size. While under powered in the American Ford, it gave the best gas mileage of any Ford before. Interesting to note that the V8 60 in racing was the first engine to displace the Offie’s hold on midget racing! The 221cu V8 had its water pumps relocated lower on the block for better cooling. Instead of sucking hot water out of the engine, it was pumping cooled water in.
In 1938 Ford switched from the Stromberg 97 to the Holly (Ford) 94. This story is pretty interesting. The 94 carb was actually designed by Chandler-Groves who had made a contract with Henry Ford to design and supply a more efficient carburetor for one year and in return Ford would hold all patent rights. The Chandler Groves 94 carburetor (named for its .94-inch venturis) was a success. At the end of the one year contract, Ford wanted to save some money and took the blueprints to Holley…who bid the job for ten cents less per unit.
Holly supplied Ford with 94s until 1957 with 17 different versions. By the way, Ford recently recognized Holly for being one of their suppliers for over 100 years.
Author Unknown
Breakfast at Vick’s Vittles
Tumbleweed Early Ford V8 Club Calendar for 2023
(Tentative)
February
Tuesday 7th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Danny of Southwest Auto Paints & Supplies, Refreshments by Larry Bost and Joyce & Jim Clements
Saturday 11th - 8:30am Breakfast at Vic’s Daily Café with tour of the Unser Museum following at 10am.
March
Tuesday 7th - 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Don of Starters & Generators of NM. Refreshments by Joe Warren
Saturday 11th – 8:30am Breakfast followed by tour of Bobby Davalos‘ collection (tentative)
April
Tuesday 4th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program on goats by Max Wade. Refreshments by Joe Baird.
Saturday 8th Breakfast followed by visit to East Mesa Auto Electric (tentative)
May
Tuesday 2nd – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Rio Rancho Public Safety. Refreshments by Joe Abbin.
Sunday 21st – NMCCC Museum Car Show
Monday 29th – Club Birthday Party
June
Fri – Sun 2nd-4th – Tour to Las Cruces and Globo Rojo Museum
Tuesday 6th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program on Recycling. Refreshments by the Abernathys
Saturday 10th – Breakfast followed by a visit to the Wheels Museum
July
Tuesday 4th – Parade in Corrales followed by picnic at Azevedos
Tuesday 11th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program on “Bombing and Blowing Things Up”. Refreshments open.
Saturday 15th – 8:30am Breakfast
August
Tuesday 1st – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Warren of McBride Springs & Welding. Refreshments open.
Saturday 12th – 8:30am Breakfast
September
Tuesday 5th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by the Rattlesnake Museum. Refreshments open.
Saturday 9th – 8:30am Breakfast
New Mexico State Fair date unknown as yet.
Tour of Northern New Mexico to be planned for September or October.
October
Tuesday 3rd – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Montie Avery. Refreshments open
Saturday 14th – 8:30am Breakfast
November
Tuesday 7th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Larry Azevedo speaking on Henry Ford. Refreshments open.
Saturday 11th – 8:30am Breakfast
December
Saturday 9th – 1pm Potluck Christmas Gathering
NOTICE
Your 2023 Club Dues of $25 are now due and payable. Please be prompt with your payment.
February 2023 CLASSIFIED ADS
For Sale: Radiator for 1953 Ford P.U. - very good $150. Gary McGlasson 505-250-1586
For Sale: 1941 Ford Super Deluxe Convertible and 1940 Mercury Sedan Coupe, Call for full description. Max Glover 505-792-2011.
For Sale: 1936 Ford Cabriolet, $30,000. Tan exterior, LeBaron-Bonney interior and top. Working radio in box with correct controls is included. Extra parts go with the convertible. Bob Quirici 505-821-1646 or 505-350-2454.
For Sale: 2 Tickets for the 7 pm Sunday evening performance of Hamilton on May 14, 2023. This comes with VIP lounge access. Seats are on the mezzanine level. $200. Beth 505-908-7564
For Sale: Vintage oil pump & barrel $50. Dee Patterson 505-864-3458 >>>
Storage: Outdoor $25/month, secure yard. Joe Abbin 505-296-7678
For Sale: 1926 Model T, Roadster Project. Jim Clements 505-884-7912
Services Offered: Vintage engine rebuilding, any make, any model. Stock or modified. Dynamometer testing available. Results guaranteed. References available. Gary McGlasson, 505-250-1586.
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, 300 Aspen Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, 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. The Santa Fe Detail, 7512 Avenger Way, Unit 2, Santa Fe NM 87507, 505-204-5120, Luis.
6. Horizon Auto Glass & Tint, 8201 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM 87110, 505-897-9000, Rod Williams. Also at 1560 Deborah Rd SE, Rio Rancho NM 87124, 505-822-1717.