Indy Mopar Club News



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September 2007 Jan Peel and Dave Watt, editors

Meetings are the last Thursday of every month except December due to the holidays.

September 27 and October 25 will be the next regular meetings at

Ryans Family Steakhouse on US 31 South in Greenwood, 7pm.

Trivia question: What was the three two barrel Holley carburetor package called on a Dodge, and what was it called on a Plymouth? Answer at the bottom of page 1.

Our Dose of “Vitamin C” by Rose Richard

Let me just say that my Dad retired after 30 years at Ford. Terry’s Dad retired after 30+ years at GM. So we get Ford or GM discounts. Our only MOPAR is the roadrunner.

Terry’s Dad was driving a 1969 Roadrunner though when Terry turned 16. This car became his at graduation, but a drunk stopped in the middle of the road with no lights on in the late night hours left that car totaled. Terry bought his first car, a 1970 Vitamin C Orange, 383, 4 speed, Roadrunner, in 1972, while home on leave after basic training. The car saw some brutal cross country drives while Terry was stationed in Maryland, Colorado, and Missouri. The car was in storage while he was in Italy courtesy of Uncle Sam

We met and were married in 1976. Terry was attending school and driving the 4 speed 70 miles round trip through city driving. The clutch needed to be replaced yet again, and gas was expensive. The decision to change to something automatic and fuel economical was the practical thing to do. Terry went into mourning the minute the car left his hands.

Thus began the dream of once again owing another 1970 roadrunner. The trader paper was a normal part of our reading materials. On December 23, 1994 I found a local selling. With Father-in-law, young son, and nephew in tow I inspected, paid for, and drove the car home. The one and only time I drove the car. The car was in the drive when Terry came home from work.

With fender tag information we knew that the 440 in the bay was wrong. This made the next decision easy. With a no numbers matching car we would make the car what Terry wanted. Another Vitamin C Orange car. That began our 12 year adventure. On the story sheet that was in the car I ended the sheet by saying that “But, it didn’t stop there. As history and boys go and way too much money later, we have the car you see before you…” well as most of you know that changed August 12, 2006 when the car was stolen from the hotel parking lot while we were attending Mopar Nationals.

Talk about grieving. Dealing with the police and insurance was like working in a fog. We were determined not to let the scum win in some respects. We would have another 1970 Roadrunner. The search began and we bought the car we have now on E-bay from Georgia. We don’t have the energy, flexibility, or 12 years we had with the other car so Terry is going to disassemble most of the engine and drive train, while Ken Mosier will take care of the body and interior.

Our Dose of Vitamin C II will be alarmed to the max and will be insured for what it is worth.

Trivia answer: A Dodge equipped with three two barrel Holley carburetors was called a Six Pack, a Plymouth was then called a Six Barrel. Did you get it right?

September 22nd is now history for the Indy Mopar Club all Mopar car show at Danville Chrysler Dodge Jeep and what a show it was. The weather cooperated and provided a beautiful day to show off the 65 beautiful Mopar’s registered. Our DJ did his usual good job of playing music and keeping everyone up to date on the door prize tickets drawn and the amount of the 50/50 that most of us “donated” to. A local catering company furnished our food for lunch.

The dealership provided the judges to pick their choices for the awards. I’m sure it had to be a very tough job with all the vehicles sitting there in their pristine state.

At 2:30 we all gathered for our President John Bauer’s presentations. The 50/50 ticket was drawn by a very young lad and the winner was well pleased with his $159.00. Then the magic moment arrived as John announced the top 20 Award winners – in no particular order of choosing, but as they were written down, and Mike Leyes, Treasurer, handed out the awards:

Dick Crawmer – 67 Charger

Gary Halverson – 71 Challenger

Ronda Cherry – 71 Challenger

Bob Beisel – 69 Charger

Joshua Rife – 70 Superbird

Tom Kelly – 68 Hemi Roadrunner

Mike Benge – 74 Duster

Ed Leyes – 70 Challenger

Don Thompson – 70 Challenger T/A

Adam Erwin – 70 Cuda Convertible

Danny Parker – 68 Charger R/T

Steve See – 71 Challenger R/T

Mike Comer – 70 Challenger

Mark Smith – 69 Roadrunner

Rick Eilert – 70 Cuda

“Honey” & John Bauer – 68 Roadrunner

Jerry Arrick – 73 Satellite Sebring

David Kintner – 69 Hemi Roadrunner

Dave Watt – 73 Duster

Ralph Rhees – 69 Charger

President’s Choice Award – Dr. Dugan – 70 Hemi Challenger

The Finer Detail Award (and $100.00 cash) – Larry Rump – 68 GTX

John completed the ceremony with congratulations to all and an open invitation for a gathering at Tom & Teresa Kelly’s home immediately following the show for hot dog’s, marshmallows, and lots of other “goodies”.

A verbal “pat on the back” for the good job advertising the show and all the hard work that went into it, both in advance, and on the day of the show. These car shows don’t just happen, they are planned well in advance, and it shows.

Our appreciation goes out to Teresa and Tom for the fun time at their home. There was a lot of “sight-seeing” going on as Tom had his garage doors open. Tom soon had a roaring fire going (we all sat well back from it) and then we settled down to partake in the roasted hot dogs, marshmallows, various chips, and etc.

There was a lot of good fellowship for all that attended. There also was a gentleman (I didn’t get his name) that attended both the show and the hot dog roast, from the newly formed North Central Mopar Club (if I got the name wrong, apologies from Jan) who now have about 30 members. Good to see him there.

INDY MOPAR CLUB Monthly Meeting August 30, 2007 7:00 PM

Secretary’s Report

Welcome and sign in – Dan Kelly, Vice President:

Dan Kelly brought the meeting to order as John Bauer had another commitment. Dan asked all members and guests to introduce themselves and tell the group about their favorite Mopar. He then asked if all had signed in on the attendance sheet.

Secretary’s Report – Chris Rigney

Chris gave the highlights of the June meeting. There was no July meeting because of the Dodge Racers on the Circle Event.

Treasurer’s Report/Membership Update – Mike Leyes:

Mike gave the treasurers report as of August 30, 2007. Beginning balance for August was $3,733.30; income was $34.00; Expenses were $0.00; Ending balance is $3,737.30. We had a net income of $992.67 for the July Fletcher Car Show.

We currently have 86 members in the club. Mike reminded everyone that he still has old car show T-shirts for sale for $2.00 each.

Event Calendar – Dan Kelly:

Dan talked about upcoming events for the year. 2 new items that are not IMC related – Hoosier Swap Meet, Marion County Fairgrounds, September 20th to 22nd; and the Newport Hill Climb, October 6th & 7th.

Event Advertising – Pat & Pat McKarski

Pat(s) gave an update on the advertising.

Communications Report – Dave Watt:

A new "Other Events" page has been added for events the club is not associated with. Click on the link to check it out. Flyers and information may be submitted to indymoparclub@   in .jpeg format for the flyers is requested due to its smaller file size.

Old Business – Dan Kelly:

A. Member Profile

a. September – Terry & Rose Richard

b. October – Bob & Karen Rosenberger

c. November – Pat(rick) & Pat(ricia) McKarski

B. Danville Show, September 22nd. (Volunteers Needed)

a. Transport Club display and tables: Dan Kelly & Tom Kelly

b. Registration Table (& set-up): Tom Kelly & Mike Leyes

c. Vehicle Parking: Rick Zimmerman & Pat McKarski & Dave Stephenson

d. Door Prize Table: Chris Usher and Ronda Cherry

e. Door Prize Ticket Sales: Jan Peel

f. 50/50 Ticket Sales: Jan Peel

g. Food Vendor: John Bauer

h. Drag Racing Simulator: Mike Leyes? – Club will decide that day

i. Event T-Shirts:

1. Pick-up shirts & plaques:

2. Sales/Prepare Goody Bags: Ronda

New Business – Dan Kelly

A. Picnic at Tom & Teresa Kelly’s after the Danville Car Show

B. We are trying to confirm September 20, 2008 with Danville Chrysler

C. Elections for 2008 Officers was brought up by Dave Watt. Nominations will be taken from the floor at our October meeting.

Dan Kelly asked for other new business. With no one volunteering any, Jan Peel made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Rick Zimmerman seconded the motion, the motion carried.

Respectfully submitted – Chris Rigney, Secretary

Attendance at our August meeting: Bill Bratton; Ronda & Dennis Cherry; Jack Collins; Rick & Susan Eilert; Tony Fields; Dave & Terry Fishburn; Dan Kelly; Tom & Teresa Kelly; Ed Leyes; Mike Leyes; Pat & Pat McKarski; Bud & Debbie Mounce; Jim Parker; Stan & Jan Peel; Terry & Rose Richard; Mike Chris Rigney; Bob & Karen Rosenberger; Ken Scobel; Dave Stephenson; Chris Usher; Dave Watt; Tom Williams; Rick & Ginger Zimmerman. The following guests were also present: Isaiah Weiland (Teresa & Tom Kelly’s grandson); Justin Reynard; and Brad Wedan.

Congratulations are in order with the following: Cheryl and I would like to announce that our daughter Wendy Arthur gave birth to our first grandson. Joshua Micheal Arthur was born Thursday, August 30, 2007, 8:25pm. He was 6 lb. 8 oz., 20 in. long and 4 weeks early. Josh and mother are doing great.

Steve and Cheryl Wisdom

October Birthdays: Carol Ann Bauer, 10-5; Tom Williams, 10-7; Preston Droddy, 10-18; Scott Oller, 10-27; Jack Collins, 10-30.

October Anniversaries: Jeff & Lisa Culpepper, 10-6 (6 years); Tony & Thelma Fields, 10-15 (no year given); Brian & Jessy Woods, 10-19 (no year given); Howard & Connie Stanley, 10-21 (35 years); Bud & Debbie Mounce, 10-22 (no year given). Congratulations to all!

WANT ADS FROM INDY MOPAR WEBSITE

FOR SALE

**71/72 Dart doors with glass for 2 door hardtop decent shape, no rust; $50 each (317) 894-0827 after  9am and before 9 pm  Larry

**Free to a good home: 2 snorkle 2bbl air cleaners; truck headers for a 360; 4 blade fan w spacer; 5 blade fan, no spacer; stock harmonic balancer LA motor. Also For Sale: stock cast iron 4 bbl intake for a small block LA motor make offer. If interested, please email me at wyverin@ or call at 765-522-5665 and ask for Stan

** FOR SALE 1968 440 ENGINE - Less than 1,000 miles on build, .030 over with Ross 11.5: 1  pistons,

Eagle “H” rod, Steel Crankshaft, Milodon 8 quart oil pan, Indy Cylinder Head SR aluminum heads & valve covers, New Indy Cylinder Head roller rocker arms, Solid lift camshaft (No cam card), Mopar aluminum high rise intake manifold, Holley 950 double pump carb., Fuel pressure regulator and plumbing. This is a VERY strong engine and is complete, less distributor.  $6,000   John Bauer 317-769-3312.

** For Sale:  Small bolt pattern Aluminum Outlaws wheels: 4- 14 x7" $200. For Sale: 66/ 67 B-body stuff i.e. wiring harnesses kick panels small chrome pieces. Robert at bkvorpe@  or 317-753-8385

** For Sale: I have a TCI trans kit for 727, a 318 short block balanced W/Keith black pistons low mileage, A 904 and a 727 for small block and some head cores. I will deal on any of the items. I would make some one a great deal to come take it all!!!!!!!!!!!! Home765-325-9910. Cell 317-409-8422. Calls will be returned. 

** For Sale:     N.O.S. front bra for '95 Stratus sedan, still in box, never taken out.  Would fit other years, don't know which.  $50.For sale:  Carbon fiber hood with simulated scoop for '01 Stratus coupe, would fit other years, don't have interchange info.     BRAND NEW, never installed, no holes drilled, never painted.  $700. obo. Also For Sale:  '63 Plymouth factory shop manual, original, not repro.  Very good condition.  What's it worth?  You tell me! Ric LaFollette 765 482-0985  or 317 372-8245   gtx4spd@      Thanks!

CARS FOR SALE

** 1982 Imperial, fuel injection to carburetor conversion done in 1987. 62,500 miles, 318 engine, Auto, needs some minor work but runs and drives nice. No rust, light blue paint is OK except hood, decent tires, wire wheel covers, white leather interior. Drive as is or restore, $1,950 OBO. (317)-894-8027 after 9am, before 9pm. Larry

** For Sale:  '78 Cordoba, light blue, 360/904.  Reclining buckets, good glass, sell whole for $700 or part out.  Located in west central Indiana.  See pix at  

Ric LaFollette   cell # 317-372-8245 or  Email gtx4spd@

A SUBSET OF TIRE CONSTRUCTION

SIPES - are the small, slit-like grooves in the tread blocks that allow the blocks to flex. This added flexibility increases traction by creating an additional biting edge. Sipes are especially helpful on ice, light snow and loose dirt.

GROOVES - create voids for better water channeling on wet road surfaces. Grooves are the most efficient way of channeling water from in front of the tires to behind it. By designing grooves circumferentially, water has less distance to be channeled.

BLOCKS - are the segments that make up the majority of tire's tread. Their primary function is to provide traction.

RIBS - are the straight-lined row of blocks that create a circumferential contact "band".

DIMPLES - are the indentations in the tread, normally towards the outer edge of the tire. They improve cooling.

SHOULDERS - provide continuous contact with the road while maneuvering. The shoulders wrap slightly over the inner and outer sidewall of a tire.

THE VOID RATIO - is the amount of open space in the tread. A low ratio means a tire has more rubber in contact with the road. A high void ratio increases the ability to drain water. Sports, dry-weather and high performance tires have a low void ratio for grip and traction. Wet-weather and snow tires have high void ratios.

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An Interesting Tidbit

Recently while looking through some OLD Plymouth Owners Club files I came across the registration list of the Hubler Dodge/Plymouth Owners Club Car Show, July 21, 1990. Among the entrants were Tom Kelly, 1968 Roadrunner (Lizton, IN) and Ken Mosier, 1969 Superbee & 1970 Cuda & 1971 Challenger R/t (Danville, IN). If I’m not mistaken Tom has the plaque he won at that show hanging in this garage. ----Jan Peel

Tattler’s Corner

During the “Favorite Mopar” part of introductions I noticed several people doing some really hard thinking and remembering. And when brothers start telling their tales you never know what will come out. Tom Williams at this point informed the group that he was “Single, Sexy, and Sixty”. Hmmmm!!!!! Is he trying to tell us something? Hey, Tom, you are going to have to do something about those huge walnuts that were bombarding our hot dog roast. It sure provided a few good laughs though.

A Little Bit of Humor

THE LAWS OF LIFE

Law of Mechanical Repair - After your hands become coated with grease, your nose will begin to itch or you'll have to pee.

Law of the Workshop - Any tool, when dropped, will roll to the least accessible corner.

Law of Probability - The probability of being watched is directly proportional to the stupidity of your act.

Law of the Telephone - If you dial a wrong number, you never get a busy signal.

Law of the Alibi - If you tell the boss you were late for work because you had a flat tire, the very next morning you will have a flat tire.

Variation Law - If you change lines (or traffic lanes), the one you were in will start to move faster than the one you are in now (works every time).

Law of the Bath - When the body is fully immersed in water, the telephone rings.

Law of Close Encounters - The probability of meeting someone you know increases dramatically when you are with someone you don't want to be seen with.

Law of the Result - When you try to prove to someone that a machine won't work, it will.

Law of Biomechanics - The severity of the itch is inversely proportional to the reach.

Law of the Theater - At any event, the people whose seats are furthest from the aisle arrive last.

Law of Coffee - As soon as you sit down to a cup of hot coffee, your boss will ask you to do something which will last until the coffee is cold.

Murphy's Law of Lockers - If there are only two people in a locker room, they will have adjacent lockers.

Law of Rugs/Carpets - The chances of an open-faced jelly sandwich landing face down on a floor Covering are directly correlated to the newness and cost of the carpet/rug.

Law of Location - No matter where you go, there you are.

Law of Logical Argument - Anything is possible if you don't know what you are talking about.

Brown's Law - If the shoe fits, it's ugly.

Oliver's Law - A closed mouth gathers no feet.

Wilson's Law - As soon as you find a product that you really like, they will stop making it. (this one is true every time!)

Doctors' Law - If you don't feel well, make an appointment to go to the doctor, by the time you get there you'll feel better. Don't make an appointment and you'll stay sick.

Any errors in this newsletter may be attributed to Jan Peel. If you have any news to be shared with the club such as births, illness, etc., please E-mail to Jpeel83719@ or give me a call at 317-357-5760 and I will include it in the next newsletter. This is YOUR newsletter and Dave and I want to make it as interesting as possible.

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