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VOLUME 20, ISSUE 8

SAN DIEGO

PONTIAC

OAKLAND CLUB

INTERNATIONAL

AUGUST MEETING NOTICE

ZOOM MEETING

AT 4 PM ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 8.

DETAILS ON PAGE 6.

ENJOY YOUR

SUMMER!

Notes From the Chief 2 Letters to the Editor 3

SDPOCI July Meeting 8 Rusty Chang’s Firebird 10

Alec. J. Babiarz’s ‘34 Ford 12-13

C.J. Larsen’s Firebird 17 Our Pontiacs 19-24

National Convention Info. 24-25

Officers’ Contact Info. 27 Spotlight Form 29 SDPOCI Application 30 Join The Club Flyer 31

Helpful Links

Car Show

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Members’ Ads 37-39 SDPOCI Mission

Statement

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THE WAR

WHOOP WWW.SDPOCI.COM

SAN DI EGO PON TI AC

OAKLAND CLUB IN T’L

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NOTES FROM THE CHIEF

MEETINGS

My first San Diego Pontiac Oakland Club International meeting was at El Torito in Mira

Mesa around 2008. I had just bought a 1971 T-37 with a 389 V-8 engine and automatic

transmission and was excited to join this Chapter. Another meeting was held at

Callahan’s in the same shopping center. I think Alan Sugarman was the President. Other

meetings were held at Boll Weevil, Casa Grande, Studio Diner, Bumper Doc, JBA Speed

Shop and Mission Valley Café. We even held our meeting at a car museum in Sorrento

Valley many years ago. Have I forgotten any, please let me know? I think that it was Bill

Baugh that secured the back room at Sizzler for the recent meetings. I have talked to

JBA about holding a meeting there, but the virus hit. Now what?

I hosted a Zoom meeting for our Chapter and it went well for my first rodeo. It was a lot

easier than I thought. Everyone had a chance to talk or voice his or her opinion in a

discussion. Some members wore their San Diego Pontiac Club shirt. One wore his hat. I

saw a red GTO in the background. We even saw a dog on the screen! Geoff Fischer gave a

Treasurer’s Report. Bill Baugh gave us the Car Council report. I missed OM Taylor

giving a Wangers update. Roland Short told us about Chapter activities. Motions were

made and voting was done by holding up our right hands or saying “Aye.” I banged the

gavel on my Wife’s cutting board to start the meeting and when motions were passed. It

was very similar to the way I held the past meetings except we had no food! August’s

meeting will be the same way, online. It was a lot of fun to see those who logged in at

their homes or shop but it just was not the same as everyone meeting together in one

room.

Will that be a thing of the past? Let us discuss this topic at our next meeting along with

other Chapter business. I hope you will join us. Let me know if you want to set up a

“practice meeting” to get familiar with Zoom. It is so easy, even a Caveman can do it!

When was the last time you drove your Pontiac and where did you go? Do you start it up

and drive it every weekend as I do just to charge the battery? Driving nowhere is a great

place to go. Wherever you want. Around the neighborhood or stopping at a store, it is

fantastic to get out and so much fun to drive a Pontiac! Do it. Just drive around and I will

see you on the road!

Tom Diot

SDPOCI President



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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Hi Tom,

I hope you are doing well, sir. As always, another interesting and informative

Newsletter. Thank You!

I'm responding, not to be argumentative, but to offer the other perspective on COVID-19 that

mainstream media and the medical elite just don't allow us to hear. The numbers of new

cases are up because the numbers of people being tested is at an all-time high. When you

look at number of deaths compared with total # of reported cases, that % continues to get

smaller and smaller (currently about 1/4 of 1%), making cv-19 less lethal than the seasonal

flu. Mainstream media and the Fauci/Gates elite don't report this because mandatory

vaccination is a multi-billion dollar, continuous revenue stream for the Deep State.

The fear-mongering perpetuated by the media is unfortunate. There is no "true" science

behind the wearing of masks and for a COPD patient like myself, the extra CO2 breathed in

as a result is downright dangerous. Dr. Fauci and the WHO both stated back in February

that masks don't have any affect in suppressing the virus. Why do you suppose they have

changed their tune? Herd Immunity has always been nature's way of letting a virus peak

and allowing human beings to develop their natural, permanent immunity to a bug like

this. That's what we did as kids with measles, pumps, chicken pox, etc.

Tom, I'm only responding to your editorial comments because there are truly 2 sides to this

issue, but unfortunately, we are not allowed to hear both sides. That is not the American

way that we are accustomed to. It is sad to see the hysteria generated over COVID-19 and

the unnecessary affect it has had on our lifestyles, personal freedoms and economy.

I wish you, your friends and family a safe and relaxing 4th of July weekend as we celebrate,

now more than ever, the freedom and independence that we enjoy and take for granted in

the USA.

Sincerely,

Dan Birgelaitis

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As I read through Tom’s engine article I’m not sure everyone can fully appreciate what those

APU turbines spinning at 64,000 RPM means. That equates to almost 1,100 revolutions per

SECOND. Most of us can’t even grasp that kind of velocity in our minds. For some Naval jets

I flew in my career, my engine turbines also spun at that speed when at maximum power at

101.5%. I often thought of the rotor spitting out those turbine blades at material failure

which they did on rare occasion. Fortunately, the turbine housing contained all that ‘way

beyond’ supersonic shrapnel. We have some amazing machines...

Rusty Chang



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THANK YOU!



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ZOOM MONTHLY MEETING

SINCE WE CANNOT HOLD MEETINGS AT SIZZLER, WE

WILL TRY TO HAVE A VIRTUAL SDPOCI MONTHLY

MEETING BY USING ZOOM AT 4 PM ON SATURDAY,

AUGUST 8, 2020. ZOOM CREATES A VIDEO MEETING

WHERE EVERYONE CAN SEE EVERYONE ELSE ON

YOUR LAPTOP SCREEN THAT HAS A WEB CAMERA OR

YOU CAN USE YOUR SMART PHONE. YOU WILL

RECEIVE AN EMAIL WITH A CLICKABLE LINK, A

MEETING I.D. AND A PASSWORD TO ALLOW YOU TO

JOIN THE VIRTUAL MEETING. IF YOU ARE NEW TO

ZOOM, PLEASE TRY TO LOGIN EARLIER THAN 4 PM TO

GET YOURSELF FAMILIAR TO ZOOM. IT IS VERY EASY

TO USE.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS, PLEASE

CALL TOM DIOT AT 858.472.7145. SEE YOU THERE!



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JULY MONTHLY MEETING REPORT

This is what you missed.

On Saturday, July 11 2020, I hosted the first virtual online monthly meeting of

the San Diego Pontiac Club International. This was my first time using Zoom but

I had some help and instructions from my Daughters. The meeting notice was

sent out along with a reminder to join at 4 PM. We had nine members show their

faces on screen with John Tolerico texting in his comments and wisdom. Besides

my Wife Camerin and I, we were glad to see Paul Aguilar, Bill Baugh and his dog,

John Wilkinson and his GTO, J.C. Dumas in his shop, Roland Short, Geoff Fisher

represented by the American flag, and Alec Barbiarz trying to show us his motor.

I called the meeting to order, introduced the Officers and asked everyone what the

temperature was at their place. Geoff Fisher gave a Treasurer’s Report and

commented on having a few car show entries to refund. We discussed giving half

of last year’s car show profits to the Police Historical Society. J.C. Dumas made a

motion to pay them and John Wilkinson seconded it. The vote was unanimous so

the motion was carried and so ordered. Bill Baugh gave a short Car Council report

and announced the cancellation of our Cops & Rodders Fall Pow Wow by the Port

District. He does have a date for next year’s car show. Under Old Business, we

talked about our latest Pontiac & Burgers at STP Bar-N-Grill on May 30. Under

New Business, I reported that I have sold a full-page advertisement for the

newsletter to Firebird Central and are negotiating with Year One to get their

banner on our website and a full-page ad in the newsletter. I sent a birthday card

to Jim Wangers from our Chapter in June. POCI’s Western Director, Ron

Berglund wants me to run for his office as he is running for President of POCI. If

you joined the Zoom meeting, you would have found out what happened to Geoff

Fisher’s 1969 Firebird when he parked it on my street. Finishing up, I thanked

everyone for attending the meeting and asked if anyone drove his or her Pontiac

today. A few members raised their hands besides myself and one member said he

would right after this meeting. Although today, we are not paying our dinner bill

nor are we tipping our waitress, we will soon. The next monthly meeting using

Zoom will be in August. Camerin made a motion to adjourn and John Wilkinson

seconded it. Another unanimous vote closed the meeting. Thank you to everyone

who made this monthly meeting possible and I look forward to seeing more

members in August. This is Chapter business. Your vote counts. Join us next

meeting for some fun!

Tom Diot



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RUSTY CHANG’S RESTORED FIREBIRD!



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ALEC J. BABIARZ’S 1934 FORD AND PONTIAC ENGINE



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ALEC J. BABIARZ’S 1934 FORD AND PONTIAC ENGINE

OLD SCHOOL: Driven Weekly Engine: 1960 Pontiac 389 Block, bored 0.090 over to 406 Rods: Standard, polished & Shot Peened, ARP bolts Cam: Custom Roller Hydraulic, 214I, 224E @ 0.050 by Crane Pistons: TRW, dished 40CCs Carburetion: 1965 Tri-Power, Rochester 2GC carburetors. Horsepower: 331 at Rear Wheels Heads: 1969 Ram Air IV# 722, 72 CC Valves: SS 2.11” Intake, 1.77” Exhaust, hardened valve seats Exhaust: Customer Headers, Jet coat, 3” H crossover Rear End: Ford 3.70:1 posi-traction, drum brakes. Suspension: Coil over shocks, 4 Bar, with anti roll bar Front: Straight Axle, GM disk brakes, Mustang Steering Transmission: M-21 Muncie 4 speed, Hurst shifter Body & Doors: Original steel from 1934 Frame: Original, boxed with welded cross-members, ID # X8985030 Paint: GMC Indio Blue Metallic Reproductions: Hood, bumpers, gas tank & cover, windows, knobs, mirrors Interior: Tan English Leather



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PONTIAC TATTOOS



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1969 FIREBIRD FOR SALE!

I have been in and out of the club, I am not in town often and I do try to make it

to some events when I can. Most of you have seen my car. I have been throwing

the idea of selling my beloved 69 firebird and thought if I do I would love it to go

to a new home with someone in the club.1969 Firebird 400 Matching Numbers

Original Black Plates, Found in LA with 62k sitting for 19 years. 68K Original

miles now. One re-paint, original color Carousel red. Original interior except for

seats. C6 corvette seats. I have original seats. Now has Tremec 6 speed manual

trans. I Have the Original turbo400. Rebuilt Motor and all upgraded stock

suspension, bigger sway bars front and rear, New gas tank . Runs and drives

better then new.. Have all Original parts, wheels trans etc. $41k or B.O.

CJ Larsen

858-442-9068



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OUR PONTIACS



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OUR PONTIACS



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OUR PONTIACS



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OUR PONTIACS



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THE NATIONAL POCI CONVENTION HOSTING INFORMATION PAGES

A LETTER FROM LARRY CRIDER,

POCI PRESIDENT:

To the Members of the San Diego Chapter of POCI:

Glad to hear of interest in the possibilities of hosting

a convention. Hopefully I can enlighten you on the

many changes.

First of all, the big changes are, POCI pays

everything, the local chapter is out nothing.

POCI office personal now handles all of the

registration and any printing and mail outs which is

a huge burden off the chapter. The only items from

the chapter for registration is somebody to help Paul

and Ramona hand out Pre-registered packets and

selling convention shirts at registration.

What we do need from the chapter, is usually a team

of about 8 people to help plan, since Art and myself are not from that

area. Monthly meetings between those 6-8 people to help organize the convention

with the help of Art and myself.

All contracts with hotels and event centers are handled by Art. We do need

suggestions of locations that might fit our convention, then usually the local

committee approaches the local CVB and they usually assist with the cost of bringing

Art and myself out to look at possible property to use.

You do not have to rent an indoor center as usually they are too costly. But

sometimes we can find event centers that work with us on a free building or low cost.

Again, Art works on that and can give them numbers to show our benefit of bringing

the convention to their area.

Yes, we suspect a lower number that far west but that’s ok, it's not about numbers

but giving that area of country and our members a chance to attend a POCI

Convention.

I think in Ontario we had about 250 vehicles but would plan for 250-350. Usually we

ask for space to park 200 trailers and trucks but again that might be a much lower

number as well....

I will attach a guideline of minimum number of workers and area they work. It's just

a guideline. Gettysburg had over 100 volunteers, but Wichita only used about 30.

We are hopeful the chapter will consider to help keep moving the convention to

different parts of the country.

It's also a great way to build your chapter and bring in new people.

Merry Christmas and wishing all a Happy New Year.

Larry Crider

POCI President



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THE NATIONAL POCI CONVENTION HOSTING INFORMATION PAGES

Minimum Convention Work Schedule

Registration: 4-5 each day, will act as helpers for handing out Preregistered participant packets

and help sell shirts.

Trailer parking: 2-4 per main lots to control parking till full.

Car show field parking: 3-6 for setup prior to first day and each day to help direct car owners in

proper placement.

Seminar speakers & Meetings: 1-2 to verify rooms are setup as needed and exact audio or video

equipment is in place.

Chapter display room: 1-2 to setup room with tables as needed.

Swap meet vending: 2-4 for setup to mark off vendor spaces prior to first day and will be needed to

help direct and park vendors both inside and outside. All inside vendors will need to be verified

with Art or Larry.

Popular Vote Tech Inspection: 4-6 people all day during tech hours. MUST be trained to avoid

Saturday protests. If possible works best if same people everyday.

Worker food and drinks: 1-2 each day to order, pickup/deliver food and drinks for workers.

Trash control: 2-3 each day to setup and control trash cans in convention area.

Radio/Golf cart manager: 1-2 to order, control access, and manage up keep of radios and golf carts

needed for the convention.

Points Judge helper: 1 person needed on show day to assist PJ teams with picking up their judging

sheets and delivering them to the PJ Chief Judge in office.

Shuttle drivers: 2-4 needed each day to drive either vans or golf carts to shuttle people from trailer

lots to near by hotels.

Convention floaters: 3-6 each day to assist in anything. Could be running errands for supplies,

making signs and placing them, delivering drinks to workers in the field and so forth.

Drag racing: 2-4 needed all evening for anything, helping track officials, selling drag shirts and so

forth.

Banquet assistants: 2-4 during both banquets to help load and move awards into proper places and

to assistant any job that might be needed during banquet hrs. Checking for banquet tickets as they

enter.

Tour Guides: 1 needed per tour to assist in keeping tour schedule in check and making sure all

folks are accounted for.

Sponsorship manager: 1-2 to help maintain sponsor list and sales, will work with POCI Club office,

Art & Larry to help with convention program.

Security manager: working with club members or outside company to handle night security around

convention lots.

Photographer: 2-3 helpers needed all day during tech inspection as a runner or helper for the

photographer.



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PRESIDENT

TOM DIOT

858.472.7145

[email protected]

VICE PRESIDENT

SERGE DASILVA

858.271.6448

[email protected]

TREASURER

GEOFF FISCHER

619.318.3497

[email protected]

SECRETARY

YOUR NAME HERE

YOUR EMAIL HERE

ACTIVITIES

CHAIRMAN

ROLAND SHORT

619.609.1349

roland52153

@gmail.com

CAR SHOW

COORDINATOR

BILL BAUGH

858.603.2130

[email protected]

NEWSLETTER EDITOR

TOM DIOT

858.472.7145

[email protected]

SAN DIEGO PONTIAC CLUB

OFFICERS CONTACT

WEAR RED (REMEMBER EVERYONE

DEPLOYED) ON FRIDAYS TO SHOW YOUR

SUPPORT FOR OUR TROOPS! AT FLEET

READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST

(FRCSW) NORTH ISLAND, MANY OF THE

FEDERAL WORKERS WEAR A RED SHIRT

TO WORK ON FRIDAYS. THIS REALLY

GIVES THE MESSAGE TO THE FELLOW

MILITARY WORKERS THERE THAT WE

SUPPORT THEM!

IMPORTANT DATES IN AUGUST

BIRTHSTONE: PERIDOT

FLOWER: GLADIOLUS

AUGUST 2

NATIONAL SISTERS DAY!

AUGUST 4

NATIONAL COAST GUARD DAY

AUGUST 6

HIROSHIMA DAY

AUGUST 8

GLOBAL SLEEP UNDER THE

STARS DAY

AUGUST 9

CARS & COFFEE @ JBA

AUGUST 10

NATIONAL LAZY DAY

AUGUST 12

NATIONAL MIDDLE CHILD DAY

AUGUST 13

INTERNATIONAL LEFT

HANDERS DAY

AUGUST 14

NATIONAL V-J DAY

AUGUST 16

NATIONAL AIRBORNE DAY

AUGUST 17

NATIONAL BLACK CAT DAY!

AUGUST 21

NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS

DAY

AUGUST 26

WOMEN’S EQUALITY DAY

AUGUST 28

NATIONAL RED WINE DAY

AUGUST 29

NATIONAL SPORTS DAY

FALL POW WOW CAR SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED

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SDPOCI CAR & MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

PRINT OUT THIS FORM AND GIVE TO TOM DIOT

OWNER: _________________DOES YOUR PONTIAC HAVE A “NAME”? ______________________ YEAR: ______ MAKE: PONTIAC MODEL: _____________________COLOR: _________________ ENGINE: __________________________________________ CARBS: _________ TRANSMISSION: ___________________ INTERIOR COLOR: ____________________________ OPTIONS? _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ POWER STEERING? Y / N ______ AIR CONDITIONING? Y / N _________ POWER BRAKES? Y / N ___________ POWER WINDOWS? Y / N ______ ORIGINAL OR RESTORED? ____________ YEARS OWNED? _______ WHERE DID YOU PURCHASE YOUR PONTAC? _____________________ WHY DID YOU BUY YOUR PONTIAC? _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT YOUR CAR AND WHY? _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ HOW MUCH DO YOU DRIVE YOUR PONTIAC? DAILY ___ WEEKENDS ___ SUNNY DAYS ___ CAR SHOWS ___OTHER______________________ WHAT IMPROVEMENTS HAVE YOU MADE TO YOUR PONTIAC SINCE PURCHASE? _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY WITH THIS PONTIAC? _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ WOULD YOU EVER SELL YOUR PONTIAC? Y / N ______ WHAT OTHER PONTIACS WOULD YOU LIKE TO OWN? ______________________________________________ HAVE YOU OWNED ANY OTHER PONTIACS OR COLLECTOR CARS? _________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ ANY OTHER FACTS OR DETAILS ABOUT YOUR PONTIAC: ________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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WE ARE THE SAN DIEGO PONTIAC OAKLAND CLUB INTERNATIONAL (SDPOCI), A

FUN-LOVING CHARITY FOCUSED CAR CLUB. IF YOU LOVE PONTIACS, OWN A

PONTIAC OR NOT, YOU CAN JOIN IN ON ALL THE FUN WE HAVE DRIVING OUR

CLASSIS CARS ON CRUISES, GOING TO CAR SHOWS, MEETING FOR PONTIACS &

BURGERS, THE BIG 3 SWAP MEET, CARS & COFFEE AT JBA AND OTHER FUN CAR

CENTERED EVENTS. WE HAVE A GREAT TIME PUTTING ON OUR ANNUAL FALL

POW WOW CAR SHOW AT THE EMBARCADERO PARK IN SEAPORT VILLAGE AND

WE GATHER FOR A YEARLY HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE. OUR CAR

CLUB PERFORMS HIGHWAY CLEANUP COMMUNITY SERVICE, WE SUPPORT OUR

MILITARY WITH GIFTS FOR THE TROOPS AND AN ANNUAL DONATION TO THE

FISHER HOUSE HERE IN SAN DIEGO.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN OUR CAR CLUB?

OUR MONTHLY MEETING IS HELD AT 7:00 PM ON THE SECOND TUESDAY OF

EACH MONTH (EXCEPT DECEMBER & JANUARY) AT SIZZLER, 3755 MURPHY

CANYON RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123. COME AT 6 PM TO ENJOY DINNER WITH

OTHER FELLOW MEMBERS AND TALK PONTIACS.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO JOIN THE CLUB CONTACT TOM DIOT,

PRESIDENT AND NEWSLETTER EDITOR AT 858.472.7145, OR [email protected].

www.sdpoci.com.

WE’LL SEE YOU ON THE ROAD!

CLASSIC CARS CAMARADERIE

COURAGE CHARITY

COMMUNITY


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HELPFUL LINKS

SAN DIEGO PONTIAC CLUB INT’L www.sdpoci.com

PONTIAC OAKLAND CLUB INT’L www.poci.org

PHS – PONTIAC HISTORICAL SERVICES http://www.phs-online.com/

SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF CAR CLUBS http://carclubcouncilofsandiego.com/

GOOD OLE BOYS SAN DIEGO CAR CLUB www.goodoleboyssandiego.com/

GOLDWORKS GALLERY www.goldworksgallery.com

STP BAR & GRILL http://stpbar-n-grill.com/

JBA SPEED SHOP www.jbaspeedshop.com

SIZZLER https://www.sizzler.com/locations/sizzler-murphy-canyon-rd-ste-s

FISHER HOUSE https://www.sandiegofisherhouse.org/

SDPOCI FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/groups/297365626982799/

SDPOCI INSTAGRAM https://www.webstagram.one/user/sandiegopontiacclub

JOHN HINE MAZDA www.johnhine.com

http://www.sdpoci.com

http://www.poci.org

http://www.phs-online.com/

http://carclubcouncilofsandiego.com/

http://www.goodoleboyssandiego.com/%0d

http://www.goldworksgallery.com

http://stpbar-n-grill.com/

http://www.jbaspeedshop.com

https://www.sizzler.com/locations/sizzler-murphy-canyon-rd-ste-s

https://www.sandiegofisherhouse.org/%0d

https://www.webstagram.one/user/sandiegopontiacclub

https://www.johnhine.com/



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JOIN THE PONTIAC OAKLAND CLUB INTERNATIONAL (POCI)

We Invite You To Join!

Keeping The Pontiac Legacy Alive…

Formed in 1972 by a small group of enthusiasts who wanted to pool as much Pontiac and Oakland information as was possible, the first convention was held the following year in Camp Hill, Pennsyl-vania. Since then, POCI chapters have formed all over the country and POCI Conventions have been held every year in a variety of locations. The events include a car show, tech seminars, presentations, drag racing and a great swap meet. GMC trucks were included in 1998, due to their close relation to Pontiac.

The club’s magazine, Smoke Signals, also started in 1972 and has evolved into a world-class, award-winning monthly that continues to raise the bar for non-commercial publications. Smoke Sig-nals was redesigned in 2006 and again in 2013. Today, it is a 92 to100-page, full-color publication printed on heavyweight paper and also comes in digital form.

We are very excited with the future of the Pontiac hobby and we invite you to join POCI and start receiving Smoke Signals. Please note that members get access to download our digital editions that go all the way back to 2006.

We welcome anyone and everyone with an interest in Pontiacs, Oaklands and GMCs of any age or type to join us. Just use the membership form provided and get in on the action.

Whether you have an early Pontiac, a muscle-era GTO or Firebird, a full-sized Wide Tracker or late-model Trans Am, Solstice, or G8, we have a place for you and your car.

We thank you for your time and look forward to seeing you at a POCI event soon!

Annual Membership Fees

Worldwide Electronic-Membership (downloadable version of Smoke Signals, no magazine is mailed): $25

United States Membership: $45

Outside of U.S. Membership: $74

All memberships except E-memberships come with two free associate memberships. Associate members are spouse/significant other and/or a dependent child, 19 years old or younger living with

you.

Join Online at www.poci.org -Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted

Call the Club Office for more information (763) 479-2111

Web Site: www.poci.org

Facebook: Pontiac OaklandClub

E-Mail: [email protected]

https://secure.poci.org/POCI_Membership.cfm

https://secure.poci.org/

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JOIN THE PONTIAC OAKLAND CLUB INTERNATIONAL (POCI)

EVEN THOUGH THE 2020 POCI

CONVENTION HAS BEEN CANCELLED,

YOU CAN STILL GET THESE GREAT

GOOD LOOKING PONTIAC SHIRTS AT

WWW.POCI.ORG.



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The San Diego Chapter of the Pontiac Oakland Club Inter-

national (POCI) was founded in 1989. We are a club dedi-

cated to the preservation and enjoyment of all models of

Pontiacs of all years. We drive ‘em, work on ‘em, polish

‘em, restore ‘em, break ‘em, put ‘em back together again

and have great fun doing it! We are individuals, couples,

and families that enjoy getting together for a variety of ac-

tivities. We host an annual Fall Pow-Wow car show every

summer, and participate as a club in other local and re-

gional shows. We hold annual pool and Christmas parties,

participate in many of the San Diego cruise nights, organ-

ize automotive factory, speed shop and museum tours, and

join in a variety of other events throughout the year. The

cars in the club range from Concourse cars, show cars, daily

drivers, drag racers, and cars undergoing restoration. Our

goal is to have FUN while driving our Pontiacs.

The War Whoop is the

official publication of the

San Diego Chapter # 58 of

the Pontiac-Oakland Club

International. Please email

articles and associated

pictures to Tom Diot at the

address below. Deadline

for inclusion in the next

months newsletter is the

20th of the preceding

month of publication.

Classified ads for members

are free of charge. For

advertising rates contact

the editor, Tom Diot

sdpoci@hotmail

(858) 472-7145

Established 1989

Check out our website at

www.sdpoci.com for up to date

information on club activities,

newsletter downloads, membership

forms and owners showcase!

SAN DIEGO PONTIAC CLUB

MISSION STATEMENT

2021 P.O.C.I.

NATIONAL

CONVENTION

SDPOCI

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