VISION

APRIL 2014

NO MEETING THIS MONTH!!

SEE IMPORTANT

DETAILS INSIDE!!!!

VVAIRS - CORSA CHAPTER #891

VEGAS VAIRS, CHAPTER 891 OF CORSA MEETS AT 7:00 P.M.

THE 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT:

DENNY’S RESTAURANT 3081 S. MARYLAND PARKWAY LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (734-1295)

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!!!!!

COME EARLY TO MEET AND GREET !!

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE

$10 FOR ALL MEMBERS

DUE BY FEBRUARY 1ST OF EACH YEAR.THEY MAY BE PAID AT THE MONTHLY MEETING OR

MAILED TO:

VEGAS VAIRS WEBSITE: www.vegasvairs.com

P.O. BOX 62925

LAS VEGAS, NV. 89162-1925

OFFICERS: BOARD MEMBERS

PAUL GREEN, PRESIDENT BOB HELT

CHUCK HANSON, VICE PRESIDENT

(NONE) , SECRETARY

INGRID HOWARD, TREASURER

ADVERTISING IN VEGAS VAIRS VISION:

FREE TO CLUB MEMBERS, $25 PER YR. FOR BUSINESSES AND NON MEMBERS.

If you wish to submit articles, ads, photos, etc. email the editor at :

vichoward@frontiernet.net

or send it to:

VIC HOWARD

5574 TABLEAU

FORT MOHAVE, AZ. 86426

928-768-6062

THE PREZ SEZ:

The St. Patrick's day parade is over, "Vegas Vair's" was well represented.

Eight Corvair's including the "Whale" were there. Harry was first out with the movie

star Corvair Chuck with the Whale and Paul with the Corsa stayed for the Car Show.

Here is a list of the members appearing in the parade, in the order of appearance:

Harry G. Ransom

Paul and Lea Green

Jack O’Shea

Jerry and Jan Chocek

Jay Chocek and his friend

Marty and Bertha Katz

Mel Jackson

Chuck and Cynde Hanson

A special thanks to Chuck and his wife for the way they show the Corvair Whale to the

lookers,You would think it was at an "R V " show by the traffic in and out of their Motor

Home.

I talked to one person who was looking for a 65 Corvair to restore. I talked to another

who needs info where to get parts for the Corvair he is building. He didn't think the

Corvair owners would be helpful because it is V8 powered.

I invited both of them to our picnic on April 19th

. I hope to see all of you there.

Vegas Vairs Prez,

Paul Gree

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VEGAS VAIRS - CORSA CHAPTER #891

Minutes - Regular Monthly Meeting - March 12, 2014

1. - New President Paul Green called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm.

2. - Members present in alphabetical order included the following: Paul and Vicki Bernardo,

John Charaska, Jerry Chocek, Lea and Paul Green, Chuck Hanson, Vic Howard, Mel Jackson (a

big welcome back), Marty Katz, John Merrick, Jack O'Shea, Harry Ransom, Sylvia Raymark,

and Arlon and Suzan Sibert. Two guests from Arizona were the grandchildren of Ingrid and

Vic Howard. They were Dylan and Emilie Porto. Welcome.

3. - Vic Howard gave the Treasurer's report for Ingrid: our balance is $659.07.

4. - Prez Paul distributed handouts for the upcoming Wild Bill's car show along with route

maps for the Sons of Erin Parade in Henderson on Saturday the 15th.

5. - The parade logistics were reviewed in great detail. We should have at least eight cars

representing both early and late model 'Vairs.

6. - Paul Bernardo volunteered to be the second state required club Director along with Bob

Helt.

7. - Next, much discussion centered upon the upcoming spring picnic. Originally we had

decided upon using Sunset Park. HOWEVER, on Thursday, the day after this meeting Prez

Paul scouted out Sunset and some other parks and determined that none were really viable

choices. He and Lea decided to volunteer to host the picnic AT THEIR HOME instead. Map

to follow.

ALSO, THE PICNIC DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO APRIL 19TH!!!!!! ALSO, THE REGULAR

CLUB MEETING FOR APRIL HAS BEEN CANCELLED!!!!!! TAKE NOTE! GOT IT?

Picnic Assignments:

Paul & Lea - Meat and buns and maybe paper plates

John Merrick - Potato salad

Marty Katz - Ambrosia

Paul & Vicki Bernardo - Cole slaw

Mel Jackson - Baked beans and charcoal briquettes

Steve & Sally Wentworth (they were volunteered!) - club paper plate and utensil box

Chuck Hanson - Drinks

****** NOTE, EVERYONE BRING THEIR OWN CHAIRS!!!!!!******

8. - Since few had seemed to notice, I hawked my article in the Communique.

9. - Marty Katz relayed info about a new car show on the Discovery Channel dealing with (wait

for it - - - ) car hoarders. Really.

10. - Prez Paul gave a tech talk on how the length of connecting rods determines the amount

of stress generated on internal combustion engines and the resulting lifespan of those

motors. The stroke length and average rpm range determine the piston feet traveled (swept)

per minute. Corvairs with a tiny 2 15/16" stroke have a low rate just like diesels even though

those oil burners typically have long strokes they also have low rpm levels. Paul distributed

handouts so that we might remember these interesting facts.

11. - At the end of the raffle Mel Jackson won the50/50. Hey dudes, you can't win if you don't

attend the meetings - and, of course, buy tickets.

12. - The formal meeting was adjourned at 7:58 pm though some of us hung around until 9:15

talking about, would you believe, cars?

13. - NOTE: With all the concentrated talk about pending club activities during this

aforementioned meeting a planned statement of thanks was overlooked for our outgoing

president Chuck Hanson. He did a fantastic job during the previous year and our club owes

him a large debt of gratitude. Way to go Chuck. Many, many hanks.

- - - - Minutes submitted by G. Harry Ransom - OUTGOING recording secretary.

*** I AM NOW OFFICIALLY RETIRED FROM THIS POST. 3/13/2014

ABOUT THE PICNIC- - - It has been re-scheduled to April 19th at 10:00 A.M. with lunch starting around

noon. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR OR BLANKET TO SIT ON.

THE CLUB IS PROVIDING THE MEAT, BUNS, CONDIMENTS AND SOFT DRINKS AND SEVERAL MEMBERS

HAVE VOLUNTEERED TO BRING SIDE DISHES SUCH AS POTATO SALAD, AMBROSIA SALAD, BEANS. IF

YOU HAVE A FAVORITE SIDE DISH, DESSERT OR SNACKS, PLEASE BRING THEM AS WELL.

THE LOCATION OF THE PICNIC WILL BE AT PAUL AND LEA GREENS HOME. THE LOCATION WE HAVE

SELECTED HAS BEEN GENEROUSLY OFFERED BY THE GREENS SINCE WE HAVE HAD DIFFICULTY

RESERVING SPACE AT A CITY PARK. THEIR ADDRESS IS 511 N. RACETRACK RD., HENDERSON, NV. 89015

BELOW IS A MAP FOR YOU----

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TAKE INTERSTATE 93/515 TO EAST HORIZON, TURN EAST AND AT BOULDER HIGHWAY IT BECOMES

NORTH RACETRACK ROAD. TOTAL DISTANCE APPROX. 5 MILES TO THE GREEN’S RESIDENCE.

WHAT’S GOIN’ ON?

On April 26th is the VALLEY CRUISERS OF PAHRUMP “Over the Hump to Pahrump” Show and Shine. Rigistration fee is $25 before 4/13 and $30 after that date. Registration at the Show is from 7am til 11 am The show time is 8am to 4pm when awards will be made.Contact Chuck Fullen(775-513-1466) or Decker Cheney(775-751-0994)

OTHER SHOWS AND SWAPMEETS ARE HAPPENING IN COMING MONTHS AND I WILL PROVIDE INFO ON THEM AS THEY ARE PROVIDED TO ME BY OUR PRESIDENT AND THE ACTIVITIES CHAIRPERSON (WHOEVER THAT IS! ==========================================

RUSS THULEEN’S 1961 SHORTY LOADSIDE

For those who don’t know Russ Thuleen, he lives in Chelsia, Alabama but lived in Las Vegas

many years until, due to his wife’s failing health, he moved to Alabama. Russ was one of the

longtime members of Vegas Vairs and was one of those who were instrumental in re-starting

the club back in the early 2000’s. He has a five acre property with a large garage he uses to

store and restore is collection of Corvairs. This loadside was purchased by him along with Rudy

Scheindt, also a longtime (and present) member of Vegas Vairs. The loadside had a V8 engine

which Rudy took and Russ took the truck.

Russ has “restored” the truck to a Corvair powered vehicle and as you can see has made it a

patriotic one. It presently has the Stripes and in a few weeks he plans to put the Stars on it to

make it officially a rolling flag. Russ has taken the truck to various car shows in the Southeast

region of the country.

I thought it would be interesting to see it as it sits now and as Russ sends me photos of it I will

add them to our website.

HERE ARE MORE PHOTOS OF RUSS’ LOADSIDE:

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FOR SALE ITEMS:

MARTY KATZ

63/64 Spyder Convertible, 95% restored, never any rust, Original silver/blue exterior with

black top and interior, runs beautifully Asking $15,000 or will entertain reasonable offers

(near asking

66 Monza Coupe, Aztec Bronze with Black interior. 110 hp, Automatic Trans., Factory Air

Conditioning. 98+ point show car. Nicest you will ever see. $19,999 OBO. Call Marty.

NOS Corvair Wire Wheel Covers for 64-66 with spinners or 67-69 center caps. $1000 for the

set

MARTY is also doing retail sales of Corvair parts and repairs at his home shop.Contact him at:

phone: 702-303-7829 email: martykatz53@yahoo.com

WANTED: 1966 13” mag wheel covers

contact Arlon Siebert 702-645-6666

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NEWSLETTER AND HAVE THE CAR FLYERS ON SEPARATE PAGES)

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‘PLEASE CLIP THESE AND WHEN YOU SEE A CORVAIR PARKED, PLACE

ONE UNDER THE WINDSHIELD WIPER

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HELLO FELLOW CORVAIR ENTHUSIAST!!!!!!!!

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A CORVAIR CLUB IN LAS VEGAS?

IT’S CALLED VEGAS VAIRS AND WE MEET THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE

DENNY’S RESTAURANT AT 3081 S. MARYLAND PARKWAY LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (734-1295) MEETINGS START AT 7:00 PM

BUT WE INVITE YOU TO COME EARLY AND BRING YOUR CORVAIR. PLEASE COME JOIN US!!!!

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HELLO FELLOW CORVAIR ENTHUSIAST!!!!!!!!

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A CORVAIR CLUB IN LAS VEGAS?

IT’S CALLED VEGAS VAIRS AND WE MEET THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE

DENNY’S RESTAURANT AT 3081 S. MARYLAND PARKWAY LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (734-1295)

MEETINGS START AT 7:00 PM

BUT WE INVITE YOU TO COME EARLY AND BRING YOUR CORVAIR. PLEASE COME JOIN US!!!!

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NEWSLETTER AND HAVE THE CAR FLYERS ON SEPARATE PAGES)

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HELLO FELLOW CORVAIR ENTHUSIAST!!!!!!!!

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A CORVAIR CLUB IN LAS VEGAS?

IT’S CALLED VEGAS VAIRS AND WE MEET THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THEDENNY’S

RESTAURANT AT 3081 S. MARYLAND PARKWAY LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (734-1295): MEETINGS START AT

7:00 PM

BUT WE INVITE YOU TO COME EARLY AND BRING YOUR CORVAIR. PLEASE COME JOIN US!!!!

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HELLO FELLOW CORVAIR ENTHUSIAST!!!!!!!!

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A CORVAIR CLUB IN LAS VEGAS?

IT’S CALLED VEGAS VAIRS AND WE MEET THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE

DENNY’S RESTAURANT AT 3081 S. MARYLAND PARKWAY

LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (734-1295) MEETINGS START AT 7:00 PM

BUT WE INVITE YOU TO COME EARLY AND BRING YOUR CORVAIR. PLEASE COME JOIN US!!!!

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HELLO FELLOW CORVAIR ENTHUSIAST!!!!!!!!

DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A CORVAIR CLUB IN LAS VEGAS?

IT’S CALLED VEGAS VAIRS AND WE MEET THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE DENNY’S

RESTAURANT AT 3081 S. MARYLAND PARKWAY LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (734-1295) MEETINGS START AT

7:00 PM

BUT WE INVITE YOU TO COME EARLY AND BRING YOUR CORVAIR. PLEASE COME JOIN US!!!!