JUNE 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
V8 TIMES
PLEASE NOTE: All meetings include Show & Tell. Members are encouraged to bring items to share.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, June 6, 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 John Taylor on the history of AT&SF steam locomotive number 2926. Refreshments by the Abernathys.
NEXT BOARD MEETING: TBD
BREAKFAST GROUP: Saturday, June 10, 8:30am at Hello Deli, 7600 Jefferson NE.
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
JUNE CLUB MEETING
The Return of the 2926 Locomotive
This month we are honored to have John Taylor give us the history of AT&SF steam locomotive number 2926. The 2926 was built in 1944, ran for the Santa Fe railroad from 1944-1955, was donated to the city of Albuquerque in 1956, and sat in Coronado Park for 44 years. The New Mexico Heritage Rail Group pulled it out of the park in 2000 and has been restoring it to operating order since then. The giant locomotive ran for the first time on steam in the summer of 2021 and made a short journey for the first time in 67 years on May 6 of this year. John will describe its storied history and discuss its future.
John M. Taylor has a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from Stanford University and was a member of Sandia's Technical and Management Staff from 1975 to 2010. He is the author or co-author of many publications including 24 books on a variety of subjects mostly associated with New Mexico. Eight of these books have won New Mexico-Arizona and/or Historical Society of New Mexico book awards.
This should be an excellent presentation. Come on down and bring your friends! The meeting will be held at 7pm, Tuesday, June 6, at North Domingo Baca Mutigenerational Center.
CLUB BREAKFAST
Saturday, June 10th, 8:30am at Hello Deli, 7600 Jefferson St NE we will be meeting for breakfast and conversation. Tell your friends and meet there.
Tumbleweed Early Ford V-8 Club
Picnic Show and Shine
When: Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2023, 11am-2pm.
Where: The Jackson’s, 8322 Calle Picaflor NW (Near Paseo & Coors)
We’re having a picnic! We will be celebrating our Tumbleweed Group’s 47th birthday. Not to be forgotten, it is the 90th anniversary of the 1933 Fords! Wow!
The festivities begin at 11 am at the Jackson’s home on the west side. We’ll celebrate each other’s cars and we’ll have burgers and our favorite goodies. The club will provide the burgers. Bring a side dish, a salad or anything else you’d like to share with the Ford party animals.
We will have our popular 50-50 raffle with some nice prizes as well as the cash! Please feel free to donate items for the raffle. Bring your flathead! Bring your friends!
Please RSVP to Beth at 505-908-7564 or jbjaxun@gmail.com
President’s Message for June 2023 Chris Joiner
We are right in the thick of a busy time for our club. There are still lots of fun events happening. I know everyone is busy, please join us whenever your schedule allows. The more people at an event or a get together, the merrier. There were four of us from this club who made it to the joint breakfast with the Model A club. I had hoped for more but am thankful for the four. On another note, I just heard about the Unser Museum moving to Nebraska. I am glad we had the opportunity to visit that museum a few months back. We are getting close to a group from our club going to see the Globo Rojo Museum in Las Cruces. This will be my third time seeing it, but I’m still really looking forward to it.
Minutes of the May 2nd Meeting
The meeting was called to order by President Chris. There were seventeen members in attendance plus three guests; our speaker – Melissa Drake, her husband – Sam Drake, and Chris Stubblefield, who had flyers promoting a car show and music at North Domingo Baca Center the first Thursday of every month from May-October in the amphitheater. We had two new members present who introduced themselves. Martin Garcia met Joe Baird at a car show recently. He has a 1940 Ford Coupe Deluxe. Liz Johnson recently got a 1937 Ford 5 Window Coupe. She is eager to learn about flatheads and is available to tutor math and chemistry. Chris welcomed all and made sure everyone had received the newsletter. Treasurer Amy reported that nothing had happened since the last meeting, and that the checking account balance is $5262.37 and savings account balance is $1397.51. Chris offered birthday greetings. There were no anniversaries this month. Thanks to Joe and Larry & Pat Bost for providing refreshments. There were lots of yummy food and drinks. There were no corrections or additions to the April meeting minutes. Chris announced that donations for the raffle are always welcome. Chris mentioned that the next board meeting will be Tuesday, 5/09 at 6:30. It will be at Village Pizza in Corrales. We will talk about the Las Cruces trip and go over the calendar for the remainder of the year. We have been invited by the Poco Quatros Model A car club to their May breakfast. It will be Saturday 5/13 at 9 at Dave’s Valley Grill on 4th street. Our (second) May breakfast will be the morning of the Museum Car Show. He mentioned that if you are showing a car, be there by 8 but if you are just going to eat, then get there by 8:30. An announcement was also made about the Memorial Day club birthday party picnic at the Jackson’s house on 5/29. Beth included all the details in the latest newsletter. The club will provide the burgers and we are asked to bring a side, salad, or dessert. Club members were reminded to RSVP to Beth. Chris also announced that our next club meeting will be on June 6, 7pm at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center. We are working on a presentation for that evening. Chris talked about the trip to Las Cruces and the Globo Rojo Museum in June. He mentioned that hotel rooms are being held until 5/12 and the museum down there wants a list of names by 5/19. Joe provided a crime report. He said crime is not getting any better. He also mentioned that city counselors suggest demoting the mayor and going back to city manager government. As far as new business, Joyce mentioned the swap meet at the drag strip is this weekend. She mentioned the All-Clubs Picnic is coming up in August at Oak Flats. She also talked about the Patterson Estate Sale. She noted that the flyer said 5/12-5/14, but thinks the dates really are 5/11-5/13. Joyce then mentioned that the Collector Car Appreciation Day is coming up on 7/08. She doesn’t have any other details yet. Will had a show and tell item. It was a flex fuel line from one of Frank Corey’s cars. Turns out the line was not made correctly; therefore, the car wouldn’t stay running. They have since figured out the problem and replaced the line. Liz talked about the problem she is having with her new (to her) car. Joe suggested members give their input during refreshment time and maybe they could help her troubleshoot the problem. We had refreshments and the raffle. Melissa Drake, with NMTA, gave a wonderful presentation. She had a plethora of information about the transit system here in Albuquerque and the entire state. We were all given leftover goodie bags from her recent conference. The bags had items like tire gauges, tire tread monitors, and magnetic flashlights. Everyone appreciated the presentation and there were lots of questions afterwards.
June Birthdays and Anniversaries
Debbie McLain (6) Larry & Pat Bost (26)
Joe Baird (9)
Ken Chapman (16)
Vern Willan (19)
Barbara Polk (27)
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
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
Tumbleweed Early Ford V8 Club Calendar for 2023
May
Monday 29th – Club Birthday Party and Picnic at Jackson’s House 11-2
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 by John Taylor on the history of Steam Locomotive. Refreshments by the Abernathys
Saturday 10th – 8:30am Breakfast at Hello Deli.
July
Tuesday 4th – Parade in Corrales followed by picnic at Azevedos
Saturday 8th – Collector Car Appreciation Day
Tuesday 11th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program on “Bombing and Blowing Things Up”. Refreshments Don Gutierrez, Gus & Debbie Van de Velde & Anthony Wagner.
August
Tuesday 1st – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Warren of McBride Springs & Welding. Refreshments open.
Sunday 13th – All Clubs’ Picnic
September
Tuesday 5th – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by the Rattlesnake Museum. Refreshments by Bill Joiner.
Sunday 10th - New Mexico State Fair Car Show
Sunday 24th – NM Car Council Fall Car Show and Cruise
October
Tuesday 3rd – 7pm Club Meeting at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center – Program by Lorna Azevedo. Refreshments open
Saturday 14th – Car tour to Rancho de Chimayo
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 followed by visit to the Wheels Museum
December
Saturday 9th – 1 pm Potluck Christmas Gathering at George’s Warehouse
Joke of the Month
You may be from New Mexico if:
You buy salsa by the half gallon.
Your favorite restaurant has a chile list instead of a wine list.
Your Christmas decorations include “a yard of sand and 200 paper bags.“
Most restaurant names begin with El or Los.
You think a red light is just a suggestion.
You believe that using a turn signal is a sign of weakness.
You have used aluminum foil and duct tape to repair your air conditioner.
You wish you had invested in that orange barrel business.
You have driven to an Indian Casino at 3am because you were hungry.
All your out-of-state friends and relatives visit in October.
You think the Lobo fight song is “Louie, Louie“.
Joe Abbin’s Mercury Al Seery’s 1934
Phil Lovato’s 1955 Pickup Phil Lovato’s Mustang
Pictures from the Museum Car Show on May 21st .
Thanks to Joe Abbin
NM Lowrider
JUNE 2023 CLASSIFIED ADS
For Sale: Radiator for 1953 Ford P.U. - very good $150. Gary McGlasson 505-250-1586
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: 1955 Chevrolet BelAire. Gets lots of attention. Runs well. 283/Th350/10-bolt, 2.70 gear/no power/no ac/front disc brakes. $35K OBO. Joe Abbin 505-268-6768 office 505-263-1946 cell.
For Sale: 1947 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe – 100-HP, Stock V8 Flathead. Was acquired from previous owner in 2020, all new parts and work done has been in the last two years/400miles. Straight body, good upholstery, and headliner, all works except clock and radio. Good chrome, believed to be original paint, drives nice. $22,000 OBO, would consider trade. For info call or text 505-259-0300 no later than 6pm MSDT, please.
Storage: Outdoor $25/month, secure yard. Joe Abbin 505-296-7678
For Sale: 1926 Model T, Roadster Project. Jim Clements 505-884-7912
For Sale: 1953 Ford flathead V-8. Partially dis-assembled but complete. Many new and used parts including two transmissions, new water pumps, etc. To be sold as one lot.
Gary Bachman, gbach2736@gmail.com, 505-850-9026
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.
7. Wild Heart Ranch Texas, 3120 FM 1995, Van TX 75790, 505-908-7565