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PO Box 27063, Mt Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand 1440 Phone: (09) 620-9797 Round 1 2019-2020 season, from fog to sun Auckland Car Club’s Monthly Magazine – Race, Rally, Clubsport and more… August / September 2019
Transcript of August / September 2019
PO Box 27063, Mt Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand 1440
Phone: (09) 620-9797
Round 1 2019-2020 season, from fog to sun
Auckland Car Club’s Monthly Magazine – Race, Rally, Clubsport and more…
August / September 2019
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Hello Everyone As I sit down to write this report I have had a couple of strong coffee’s and it is the early hours of the morning as I am preparing to head to Paihia for the Far North Rally once I have loaded up the gear from the Rally NZ container out at Mt Wellington. I have to say even though I am an early morning person my brain doesn’t fully engage at this hour and it seems is disconnected from my fingers but I will do my best. Entries for the rally are a little light this year at just under 50 competitors compared to 56 last year and this will mean a slight financial loss for the three clubs (Auckland, Northern and Hibiscus Car Clubs) that jointly run the Far North Rally. We were really hoping that this year with the inclusion of the classic rally cars we would have a much stronger field. If we are going to keep this club rally that runs on some of the best roads in the country, as an annual event going forward we really would appreciate all who are interested in rally events to participate or to help your mates get their cars ready for it next year. Basically team, if you don’t use it you will lose it. On the circuit racing side we have just completed our first round of the summer series at Hampton Downs and it was well attended at around 100 competitors and the weather was with us, which it typically hasn’t been for many season openers, and we saw the return of the Clubman Sports Cars who didn’t run with us last season. All of the classes had reasonable grids of cars and the racing was close and entertaining. Unfortunately there was a few incidents that have left some cars requiring considerable repair before they can run again. One was mechanical and others driver error but the resulting collisions with the Armco has left the club with additional costs to repair. Just so drivers are aware damage to the circuit facilities is liable to the competitor that caused it and the repair costs will be passed along to that competitor by Auckland Car Club. We do have insurance which covers damage but the excess is around 3k so this would be the most any one competitor would be charged. Unfortunately my old charger never quite got to the track as I couldn’t get the triple Webber side draughts to behave and had run out of time to get it onto a rolling dyno. I have since had the car on the dyno and the car now seems much happier when it makes some noise. I still have a few minor things to attach and should be at round two at Pukekohe. Bathurst is just around the corner and this year we have 16 muscle car competitors heading across the ditch to compete in the Australian Touring Car Masters class. This will be the second time the two groups have combined at Bathurst and should make for great entertainment. Last time the Kiwis were rev limited to 7500 rpm but hopefully this year they may be allowed to stretch their legs.
By the time this newsletter reaches you one of our life members Eric Mallard will have turned 90 years of age and I had the privilege of attending his birthday ceremony which was held a couple of weeks early and enjoyed his rumour’s. Eric’s commitment to Auckland Car Club, NZIGP and circuit racing in general is immense and his family, including Mallard’s and Edgell’s continue that tradition today. Lastly, we have started the last part of the carpark at the clubrooms and have retained and levelled off the bottom area where the seal finishes and we are just waiting on a quote for the guys to come and do the final dressing and hot-mix over the top. This area will be for the exclusive use of the car club and will add considerable parking to the members lounge. See you all at the track Brett Davy President
RACE DAY REFUELING REMINDER
Friendly reminder about refuelling procedures, it was bought to our attention that there was a number of competitors at the Hampton meeting that were not wearing the correct gear and had no spill mats and/or fire extinguishers. Both ACC and the tracks will be monitoring this very closely at the next rounds. From the MSNZ manual, schedule Z, 2.2B -All personnel involved with the dispensing of fuel from the supply area are wearing fire resistant protective overalls, gloves, balaclava, and safety goggles at all times while dispensing fuel. - An additional person, in equivalent protective clothing, will also be assigned to a fire extinguisher during any fuel dispensing from this compound. - No personnel except those actually involved in the fuel dispensing or with the fire extinguisher will be permitted within a 15 metre radius zone -- centred on the fuel
supply compound.
Welcome to our new members this month
Sam Mercer Darren Swinburn Adam Waterhouse Yemo Guo Dane Fraser Matthew Old (Youth) Grant Johnstone Michael Hall Paul Yoon Dave Yardley Peter Kung Josh Andrew Justin Gorvett Melvin Plaiser Janice Smith Harvey Xiao Patrick Baird Carlo Manlutac Vince Douglas Corey Li Liu Li Marcus Little Les Gorvett Aaren Russell Kevin Hilt Dave (Robo) Robinson
NORTHERN MUSCLE CARS – ROUND 1
Round 1 Hampton Downs Sunday 1st of September 2019
After a very wet August in Auckland Sunday was fine as forecast but very cold and foggy until about 9:30.
We had a reasonable field of a dozen cars with Cam Crawford being an unfortunate late withdrawal in his brand new unraced 1969 Mercury Cyclone his place was taken by a late entry from Tony Galbraith, other members were either previously committed on Fathers days or their cars not quite ready. Cam’s old car the XA Falcon Coupe has been sold to his cousin Vince Douglas but was raced on the day by another cousin Greg Holden known to most as Snapa all very incestuous must be a West Auckland thing.
Qualifying was the beginning of our drama filled day with Kayton stopping with a broken diff and Michael Crawley with a spin and then a fire under the bonnet. Snapa headed the timesheets with a very good 1.11.575 followed by Dave Campbell and Tony Galbraith. Mike Oldham in his new 65 Mustang was the fastest of the Group B cars, then Andrew Ross in his upgrade Pinepac Falcon even though he had brake issues and then Chris Anderson in his upgraded JPS Mustang.
Race 1 got underway at 11:30 well sort of as Dave Campbell unfortunately broken an axle on the warm up lap causing extensive damage and a red flag. Tony managed to get into the lead on lap 2 with Snapa being relegated to 3rd by the flying Allan also on lap 2 however Allan had oil leakage issues and retired on lap 4 allowing Snapa to regain 2nd who was then followed by Colin in the Corvette. The Class B guys had a few dramas as well with Michael just making it to the finish with brake issues, with a similar problem affecting Andrew.
Race 2 was a reverse grid staggered start with the faster group delayed by 20 seconds from the slower group. Compared to what had happened so far this was a relatively uneventful race with Allan and Tony getting to the front on Lap 3 but switching positions on lap 6 but Colin having to stop on lap 4 with diff issues. Veen was 3rd overall and 3rd in class A. Class B was lead home by Andrew followed by Mike and Chris.
Race 3 was our usual handicap but was interrupted on lap 3 by a wheel coming off Allan’s car (snapped wheel studs) causing a red flag when made it fairly easy after that for the fast cars to get to the front and so the race ended with Tony 1st, then Veen followed by Snapa. The Class B cars were headed by Michael and then followed Andrew and Mike.
Photo credits to Street Style Photography
RACING SALOONS – ROUND 1
Summer Series Round 1 done and dusted, and what an awesome day of racing!
Super proud of all our drivers who got out there and hauled! Also good to see so many new Racing Saloon drivers coming through, full grids! Bring on Round 2 at Puke!
PRODUCTION RACE SERIES – ROUND 1
Welcome to another race season, we can imagine it’s been a busy off season for most of you with prepping your cars and making changes along the way. The first round was rather eventful with a 34 car grid and some of regular members not able to join us due to life events or their cars not being ready in time. There were a few first-time drivers as normal and some of more experienced members did a great job in helping them out and giving them advise. We have a few more cars that have changed up a class and this adds a new dynamic and racing battles to be had, we had some close lap times and great fun was had by all. The Prime Speed Sport Driver of the Day award went to Marcus Heke who travelled up from Mount Maunganui to attend the race, putting on an excellent display of car control and consistency. Our round cash prize went to Christina Dias, who needs to play Lotto as she has incredibly good luck as she has won four cash prizes in a row! We are looking forward to seeing you all at the next round for our first one hour. Thanks, Martyn, Kim and Aaron.
PRODUCTION MUSCLE CARS – ROUND 1
Ian Bean Memorial Trophy Winner Congratulations to Steve Nixon winner of the Ian Bean Memorial Trophy 2019
The Ian Bean Memorial Trophy is awarded to the highest PMC point’s taker at Round 1
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Photo credits to Street Style Photography
ALL CLASSIC JAPANESE SERIES – ROUND 1
ACC Summer Series Round 1 – All Classic Japanese Series Report A new season and we said goodbye to some old competitors but hello to some new and returning ones. On the goodbye side, Jared Holmes, Tim Dorset, Bruce Alexander and Chris Hillier all sold their cars in the off season, and Cobus van der Walt is trying his luck in the Production Race series this year. On the hello side we welcomed Andrew Boyd (Nissan Pulsar GTI), Josh Hookway (Honda Integra), Allan Bindon (Honda Civic), Matthew Old (Toyota Corolla), Scott Mills who has bought Chris Hillier’s RX7, and previous ACJS drivers Bruce Clothier (Toyota Starlet) and Alec Newald (Honda Integra). Even before the first race started we lost Alec Newald with a distributor problem which couldn’t be fixed on the day. Race 1 pretty much followed qualifying results with Bryce Richards winning Group 1, Jason Brown Group 2 and Bryce Bindon Invitation. Scott Curtis was suffering from overheating; a problem that bugged him all day despite attempts to improve air flow through the radiator. Both Brittany Sheweiry and James Smith, who were in Group 2 last year, broke through the cut off time and were promoted to Group 1. Handicap Race 2 saw both Bryce Richards and Bryce Bindon come from the back of the grid to take out Group 1 and Invitation respectively, with Rob Mullins starting from the front of the field and leading the race to the end to take out Group 2. Scott Curtis’ overheating problem resulting in him gradually going backwards to end last. Handicap Race 3 was progressing well, with the slower cars being hauled in by the fast ones, until the unfortunate coming together of Grant Richards and Brittany Sheweiry as they started the front straight resulted in Brittany’s car hitting the wall and overturning. The car was extensively damaged but fortunately Brittany was OK. The incident brought out the red flag, and by the time the track was cleared there was only time for a one lap dash to the chequered flag. The final results were group wins to John Harvey (Group 2), Josh Hookway (Group 1) and Scott Mills (Invitation).
Photo credits to Street Style Photography
Photo credits to Street Style Photography
ALL CLASSIC JAPANESE SERIES 2019/20 SEASON – R1 RESULTS .
Group 1:
Pos Driver Car RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 TOTAL
1 Bryce Richards Mazda MX5 20 20 16 56
2 Linda Grey Honda Civic 13 18 15 46
3 Josh Hookway Honda Integra 12 14 20 46
4 Andrew Boyd Nissan Pulsar 11 15 18 44
5 Scott Curtis Mazda MX5 18 11 12 41
6 James Smith Honda Integra 14 13 14 41
7 Allan Bindon Honda Civic 15 12 13 40
8 Brittany Sheweiry Honda Civic 10 16 1 27
9 Clint Harvey Honda Civic 16 1 0 17
Group 2:
Pos Driver Car RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 TOTAL
1 John Harvey Honda Civic 18 16 20 54
2 Jason Brown Nissan Pulsar 20 15 18 53
3 Rob Mullins Toyota Corolla 13 20 16 49
4 Matthew Old Toyota Corolla 15 14 15 44
5 Grant Richards Mazda MX5 14 18 1 33
6 David Crook Mazda MX5 16 0 0 16
Invitation
Pos Driver Car RACE 1 RACE 2 RACE 3 TOTAL
1 Bryce Bindon Honda Integra 20 20 15 55
2 Rex Alder Datsun 1600 18 18 16 52
3 Scott Mills Mazda RX7 15 16 20 51
4 Bruce Clothier Toyota Starlet 16 15 18 49
FROM THE ARCHIVES
March 1969
FAR NORTH RALLY 2019
Results and photos will be in next month’s issue
NEW MEMBERS INDUCTION EVENING
New Members Induction Evening is on Thursday 17 October from 7:30pm at the Club Rooms at 44 Stoddard Road, Mt Roskill, Auckland.
This is an opportunity for new Members to:
Meet members of the Club's Executive Committee. Learn about the types of events the Club runs. Learn what is involved in getting a MotorSport NZ Competition licence. Get answers to any questions you might have about your vehicle. Learn about opportunities to get involved in running race/rally meetings. Learn about the rich history of the Club (incorporated in 1932).
Light finger food and snacks will be available.
RSVPs to [email protected] would be appreciated so we can plan for the number attending.
ROLL OF HONOUR
Saturday 16th November 2018 - 2pm start
The Club will be holding its 2019 Roll of Honour induction ceremony on Saturday 10th November at the Club Rooms. The Club Rooms will open at 1:30pm for a 2:00pm start. Use this as an opportunity to catch up with old friends and help recognize the accomplishments of the 20 new people being inducted onto the Roll of Honour. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available.
CLUB CLASSIFIEDS
If you are a current club member you can advise your car or parts here for no cost.
Spaces per issue are limited, so if you would like to list something please email details and
photo/s through to [email protected]
MSNZ Board Meet & Greet Evening
The MotorSport New Zealand Board has invited members to a Meet and Greet Evening at the
Auckland Car Club rooms from 6:00pm on Friday 11 October 2019.
Interested members are asked to RSVP to the club secretary
[email protected], or 021-889-488 at least 10 days prior to the event so we
can advise MotorSport NZ how many people will be attending.
SPRINT SERIES COORDINATOR WANTED
The club is looking for someone to be the sprint series coordinator. This could also be a shared
role between a couple of people. Ideal person would be also participating in the sprint series.
The role would involve assisting sprint competitors on race day (keeping them informed
throughout the day) and helping to build the class, along with attending a race committee
meeting once a month during race season - held at the clubrooms.
If you are interested in finding out more about this role please email
RACE DAY HELPERS REQUIRED
We are always looking for more helpers for our one day race meetings at Pukekohe, Hampton Downs & Taupo. This is not necessarily flag marshals, but more administrative roles in the office - Documentation, Timing Assistants, Timing sheet runners, Dummy grid assistants - Race results copy assistant, Transponder hire out & return, Race Day photographers Full training is provided, and you are not committed to attending all of the season’s race dates. Lunch and refreshments provided.
If you would like more information about how to get involved, or if you have any questions please contact [email protected], or Craig Holmes on 021 889 488 or call into the clubrooms on any Thursday night from 7.30pm to chat with any of the committee
Do you have dates for the diary? We’d love to know – [email protected]
LOCAL EVENTS
Day Date Club What Where
Sun 6TH Oct A.C.C Round 2, ACC Summer Series Pukekohe
Sun 6th Oct N.C.C Tarmac Hillclimb Ruakaka
Fri 11th Oct MSNZ Meet & Greet ACC Clubrooms
Thurs 17th Oct A.C.C New members induction ACC Clubrooms
Sat 19th Oct H.C.C Rally Waitomo Waitomo
Sun 10th Nov H.C.M.C Interclub Hillclimb T.B.C
Sat 16th Nov A.C.C Roll of Honour 2019 ACC Clubrooms
Sat 23rd Nov A.C.C Round 3, ACC Summer Series Taupo
INTERNATIONAL EVENTS
Day Date What Where
Thurs-Sun 3rd-6th Oct WRC Wales Rally GB
Fri-Sun 11th-13th Oct V8 Supercars Bathurst 1000
Sun 13th Oct Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix
Fri-Sun 25th-27th Oct V8 Supercars Gold Coast 600
Fri-Sun 25th-27th Oct WRC Rally De Espana
Mon 28th Oct Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix
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BECOME A MEMBER OF AUCKLAND CAR CLUB OR RENEW MEMBERSHIP
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PLEASE REMEMBER TO KEEP YOUR MEMBERSHIP CURRENT
Club contacts list - All calls must be before 9pm
Brett Davy President 834 9300 027-250-1505 [email protected]
Mark Sheehan Vice President 579 6611 021-112-9175 [email protected]
Aaron Clarke Vice President
021-485-272 [email protected]
Craig Holmes Secretary/Treasurer
021-889-488 [email protected]
Terry Riding Membership
027-496-8824 [email protected]
Steve Morris Club Rooms Hire 835 9515 021-278-9373 [email protected]
Martyn Wells Club Captain 021-025-28513 [email protected]
Natalie Waite Website/Facebook 021-319-900 [email protected]
Paul Burnet Race Chairperson 021-417-163 [email protected]
Gavin Ivers Committee Member
021-172-7442 [email protected]
Ted Jarvis Committee Member 021-635-031 [email protected]
Mike Dias Committee Member 027-483-5550 [email protected]
Natalie Waite Club News 021-319-900 [email protected]
Aaron Clarke MSNZ Licence
Examiner 021-485-272 [email protected]
Brett Davy MSNZ Licence
Examiner 834 9300 027-250-1505 [email protected]
Mark Sheehan Chief Scrutineer 579 6611 021-112-9175 [email protected]
Aaron Clarke Club Scrutineer
021-485-272 [email protected]
All Classic Japanese Series Keith Jones 027 436 2568 [email protected]
Clubman Sport Car Racing Trev Lines 027 434 8556 [email protected]
Formula Junior Michael Sexton 021 928 951 [email protected]
North Island Formula Ford website - www.niff.co.nz
Northern Muscle Cars Paul Burnet 021 417 163 [email protected]
NZ Rotary Racing Enthusiasts Brendan McGovern 027 495 1905 [email protected]
Production Muscle Cars Natalie Waite 021 31 99 00 [email protected]
Production Race Series Martyn Wells 021 025 28513 [email protected]
Racing Saloons Rachel Moore 021 257 7965 [email protected]
Race class contacts list - All calls must be before 9pm
