March, 2008 Volume XIX, No. 3
Art Campbell … (574) 266-2944 art51059@aol.com
Bob Christena … (219) 874-4488 furnace@comcast.net
June Schmidt … (219) 766-3831 jschmidt@michianamustangs.com.
David Yoder Dyoder@michianamustangs.com
Carl Kindig … (574) 256-2123 ck67stang@comcast.net
Jim Schmidt … (219) 766-3831 jschmidt@michianamustangs.com
Brad Milliken … (574) 674-4321 Bradkmill@aol.com
Becky Campbell … (574) 266-2944 becky51059@aol.com
President Art Campbell opened the meeting and welcomed new member Matt Craven. Matt had picked up our club membership application at the Cavalcade of Wheels.
Members and guests present were:
| Art Anderson | Rose and Hal McClure |
| Scott Anderson | Brad Milliken |
| Howard Barrett | Charlotte and Ron Newcomer |
| Art Campbell | Elizabeth, Shelby & Chris Pasternak |
| Carol & Dave Cooper | Kevin Price |
| Matthew Craven | Diane and Ken Reed |
| Alex Denysenko | Jim and June Schmidt |
| Lola & Terry Gunderman | Becky and Ken Schmitt |
| Loretta & Harold Jedrzyjewski | Mona and Dick Spitaels |
| Rob Killingsworth | Mark Taelman |
| Carl Kindig | Shirley & Larry Weaver |
| Sandy & Joe Kraatz | Alan Wright |
| Valerie Frances Malecki | Jane and David Yoder |
The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as written and the treasurer's report was also approved.
MCA Regional Director Jim Schmidt had no news to report.
A thank-you note was read from Elaine Kersey, thanking the club for flowers sent and members for cards and personal visits made at the passing of her husband, Bob Kersey.
Sweatshirts with our club logo can still be ordered at the next meeting.
Harold Jedrzyjewski reported that things are almost ready for our club's display at the Cavalcade of Wheels at Notre Dame, on March 29th and 30th.
From the Care Corner: Bonnie Higley is getting better after breaking her hip. She is now at home and hopes to be up and ready for the car show season.
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The Neal Decker Scholarship application deadline was March 1st. There was one applicant, Katie Yoder, who will receive the scholarship. Applications are always available on the club's website.
Mona still needs recipes for the club cookbook.
Larry Weaver introduced Joe Reinke, a sales representative from Eby Ford of Goshen. They would like our club to have a Show and Shine again this year, with some trophies given. They would have space for 20-25 cars. They suggested dates of June 14 or 21, or July 12. Most members felt that the July date would be best.
Applications for the Brown County Spring Fling have been mailed to those who attended last year. Art had applications available at our meeting. That event is the weekend of May 16th. Several members plan to attend. A sign-up sheet will be passed around at the April meeting.
Ballots were passed out for voting for the organization to receive some of our club's show funds. Alan Denysenko made a suggestion that we include the Fireman's Union on that ballot for the reasonably priced meals that they serve us and for letting us use their hall with no rental charge. Upon counting the ballots, the firemen won the vote.
Jane and Dave Yoder reported that they had a marvelous time on the Mustang Club of America cruise. They said it was a great way to meet other Mustang lovers and enjoyed their time on the ship. (There was a full story in last month's newsletter.) Of the 150 persons in the group, there were 13 couples from Indiana--more than any other state!
Joe Kraatz is going through his Mustang stuff at home and had several older posters to give away.
Show chairman, Carl Kindig will pass out signup sheets for show workers at our next meeting. The show is planned for August 9, 2008 at the Concord Mall. A short show meeting was held after our regular meeting.
50/50 Winners were Al Denysenko - $28.50. Other car products and shirts were won by Larry Weaver, Art Anderson, and Carl Kindig, who took a carwash kit (for Brenda to use.)
A motion was made and passed that we adjourn.
June Schmidt
Secretary
PIZZA PARTY
Time for a fun get together with the Michiana Mustangs. Let's hope for good weather and break out the cars and head to Bruno’s for some pizza. The day is Saturday, April 12th at Bruno’s at 2610 Prairie Ave., South Bend. Their phone number is 574-288-3320. They open at 4:00PM and that's the time to be there. They have great pizza and other Italian food as well. Hope you can make it. Any questions call Brad at 574-674-4321.
MUSTANG BIRTHDAY PARTY
Almost everyone knows that the Mustang was unveiled at the New York Worlds Fair on April 17, 1964. So, time to celebrate once again at Mustang McDonalds on Grape Rd., Mishawaka. Be there at 6:00 PM for some birthday cake and bring the Mustangs. Hopefully, I can get them to give us a special like last year. Plus, we can celebrate Chris Pasternak's BD at the same time! Hope you can make this one as well.
HOT OFF THE BLOGISHPERE
I received an Email from Virginia Classic Mustang recently asking if I'd agree to have our purple '67 put on their Blog. I said OK and sent them some pictures and a brief write up. So on March 27th they put it up on their Blog. They told me that it would be on their site as long as I'd like it to be there. The site is: http://blog.virginiaclassicmustang.com. Then go to "Customer Cars" or just scroll down on their site.
We're looking forward to getting back with the group. We plan to be back in Indiana by April 23rd.
In His Grace Curly & Karon
April Membership Renewals
Anderson, Art & Fran Buell, Pat & Calvin Christena, Bob & Becky Delchambre, Pete & Chris Fosdick, Steve & Christine Garrison, Vic & Connie Hook, Dave Ippolito, Alan & Lisa Springer, Vince & Helen
Answers on the following page...
Answers to A Test for Us ‘Old Kids’
| April | |
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| 13 | Terry Gunderman |
| 15 | Frank Schmidt |
| 17 | Chris Pasternak |
| 20 | Chad Woody |
| 27 | Blake Pierce |
If we missed your birthday, please let us know. It is hard to keep
up with all the members at times. Thanks!
Prayer Corral
• Bonnie Higley: Bonnie is still recovering from her broken hip. Cards can be mailed to Bonnie at 11538 Rd. 5H, Ottawa Ohio, 45875
Recipes Still Needed!
Rose and Mona are once again asking for recipes for the Michiana Mustangs Cookbook. Your favorite recipe and some background history about it would be nice. Please e-mail your recipe(s) to Rose or Mona or provide them at the next meeting. If you don’t, you will have Rose and Mona taking notes over your shoulder as you prepare your next meal. If you don’t want your Hamburger Helper secret exposed, send in a recipe!
Things For Sale!
92 Mustang GT Black with Black interior A/T A/C, power every thing very nice car 13600 Miles always kept in garage Asking $12,000.00 OBO
Call day time work 574-294-1563 Ask for Ron in parts Call any time home 269-445-8197 leave message will call back. E-Mail shinto1955@yahoo.com Ron Mathews Cassopolis Mi
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1985 mustang 5.0 ho, automatic, lx hatchback. All original except exhaust and paint. Motor has new oil pump and timing chain, but transmission needs work. Very drivable after trans repair but lieu of, very good for parts. Like to sell for $950.00. Well worth it just in motor and rear axle. If interested please call Harry Scholz at 574-291-9085 home, or 574-386-7512 cell.
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Engine plenum cover for '05 and up Mustang GT, silver in color. $50.00 David Cooper 219 956-3177
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This one is a 5.0 and has been rebuilt and is ready to be bolted in I also have the fuel injection to go with it for $1,000 or best offer.
The second engine is the 3.8 from the 1983 Mustang. It has been totally rebuilt and has only 1,000 miles on it.
If you have any questions, you can e-mail Harold at hjedrzejewski@yahoo.com
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I am trying to find a transmission for a 1976 Ford Mustang. A 4-speed (V8), a 3-speed be ok, but really need a 4-speed. Can anyone help me out?? E-mail me, if you can help me out. My e-mail address is phig-ley@srcsent.com I check my e-mail daily...Twice a day.
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(2) 2008 Mustang GTs: one automatic, the other manual transmission.
2005 Mustang GT convertible
For more info contact Bremen Ford Ph: 574-546-2727
More…
I still have 5 like new P195/75R 14" tires for sale, white wall.
One has NEVER been on the ground; still have the wear tips on yet.
The other 4 have 4/32" wear left on them. They are already off the rims.
For anyone who is a club member of M.C.A. or Ohio Classic Mustang Club I will sell them ALL 5 for $175.00..(That's $35. ea.)
Four of them are SEARS tires & one is a Cooper Tire, but all of them match..
Remember this is the last year where you can get these tires from local dealers, ‘cause they will no longer make 14" tire.
After this year, if you are looking for 14" tires, they will be harder to find.
If anyone what these tire, they can e-mail me at phigley@srscnet.com
Still have a 289 Engine (Block, heads & intake..)
Phil M.C.A. member
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Four Enkei wheels, model number: RZ-5 *Purchased on October 25, 2006 *16 X 7, gunmetal machined, dark gray centers with machined lip, come with lug nuts. *In excellent condition, no nicks, scratches, blemishes, etc. *Were taken off of a 2006 Ford Fusion SE *$146.60 each new (including tax and shipping). Will sell for $100 each.
Ruben Chupp 1002 Beechwood Court Nappanee, Indiana, 46550 Fax: 574-773-5438 Home Phone: 574-773-2963 Cell Phone: 574-596-5873 Email ruben@northmain.org
If your item has sold or is no longer available for sale, please contact the newsletter editor.
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