TAPPET TWIRLERS AUTO MOBILE CLUB OF ROME, NY
P.O. BOX 808, ROME,
NEW YORK 13442
Monthly meetings:
1st Tuesday
of every month, Lake Delta Fire Dept., Elmer Hill Road, Rome,
7:00 pm
Club
Officers Board of Directors
President: Larry Natarelli Jim Mortis 337-6319 Earl Gibbs 336-4231
Vice President: Jim Rasmussen Dan Danti
336-5261 Jim Esch
337-5996
Secretary: Marie Gauci (interim) Dick Bronson 337-2373 Dennis Berry 337-4259
Treasurer: Bruce Kobito Brian Getbehead 336-0943
December
2006 Newsletter
· 28 members attended the meeting held on 12-05-06 in our new location.
· The treasurers’ report for November was read, voted on and accepted.
· Larry spoke about the exciting things that are shaping up for car aficionados. The November meeting at Barbagello’s had an Assemblyman from the Syracuse area talk about special NYS license plate ideas, kit car registrations, etc for the car loving community. The meeting at Barbagello’s is held at 7 PM on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (except for Dec). If you would like to go, meet at 6pm at Dick Bronson’s house.
· Club President Larry Natarelli gave his farewell speech and talked about what transpired this summer, saying “it was rocky to say the least”. Larry spoke about negative statements being made by club members in public, and that “we, as a club, need to curb the negativity. There is talk of another car club starting up in Rome, so we have to start running a better house, and do away with the heartburn and the attitudes”. Larry stated that we need to reexamine ourselves and bring up what is bothering you- at the meetings, not in the street; “If there is another club coming up we need to get our act together”. Larry went on to say that he was staunch supporter of Michelle and is sorry for what she had to endure; he further stated that the club did not give her a fair shake.
· Larry’s farewell statement opened the floor to discussion from the members. Some stated that we need to get things under control and keep our business in house. Others added that we need to do all our complaining and moaning at the meeting and not out in the community.
· There was a discussion on the nonprofit status of the club and why are we buying stamps.
· To help cut the cost of mailing our newsletter, if you would like to receive the newsletter in cybertronic format, please email Marie at MGauci@twcny.rr.com. Please keep in mind that this is only an option, and that we are not doing away with our hard copy. We will continue to mail you a hard copy if this is your preference.
· The Shadow attended this meeting in person! He was asked if he is being paid for the web sit work; he stated that his dues coverage is barter for his work. The domain name will be coming up for renewal. The monthly fee to pay the Internet Provider for the website is $11.
· Start sending photos of your cars so we can update the web page to: www.Tappettwirlers.org or mail them in to the club address: TAPPET TWIRLERS AUTO MOBILE CLUB OF ROME, NY
P.O. BOX 808, ROME, NEW YORK 13442
· We are requesting show veterans to send in show tips for our newsletter. Call Marie (339-1711).
· There was no 50/50 for this meeting.
·
8:00 pm meeting adjourned.
·
The Christmas party at The
Beeches was definitely a good time had by all. If you weren’t there, you have
no idea what you missed, but I’ll try to help you out here- the food was
fabulous, the music was move’ in, and the ladies were lovely! Our club photographer,
Dennis Berry, will have some great shots to share...I will try and incorporate
them into next month’s newsletter.
Calendar of Events
·
January 2nd,
2007: next club meeting
·
January 9th,
2007: 7PM-Barbedello’s Restaurant: Car Club Association
·
April 1st,
2007: Deadline for mailing in photos of your cars to update the web page
· July, 2007: Classic Chevy show in Maryland marking the 50th anniversary- more to follow.
Event Committees and their chairperson always need volunteers:
·
2007 Rock Around the Dock committee is forming- we need
to meet with the Rotary Club regarding placement for the cars next year.
Blast from the Past
· The club started in’54 and there are still 4 original members...can you name them?
· The club underwent reorganization in 1988 under the direction of some of the original members, with the hopes of spurring new interest in the area among younger people.
Keep in Your Thoughts and Prayers
If you know of a member and/or family member who has died, is hospitalized, or ill, let us know so we can keep them in our prayers.
· Bruce Wilke is in questionable health due to bone cancer in his spine.
· Bill Defazio’s wife, Sue, is ill; the club has sent her a card.
· Dave Esch’s wife, MaryAnn, had an operation; the club has sent her a card.
·
Fred Dyllon, not a club member, but many know him from
Utica as an avid car collector and friend of the Tappet Twirlers, has passed
away.
For Sale/ Wanted
If you have a vehicle and/or parts that you want to sell or buy, call Bruce (336-6151) or Marie (339-1711).
· Wanted: garage space for one or two cars, (Bradley GT Electric- about the size of a Corvette, and a 1971 Super Beetle). Contact Don Davidson at 337-2124 or dbdiii@hotmail.com
· For Sale: 1968 Firebird Pro-street, 427, alum heads, $22,000.00. Dominick Pedulla 796-1678
·
For Sale: Set of 4 Cragar rims, great shape, no rust,
asking $125.00 or BO, call Doug at 337-3035
· For Sale: contact Tony Perritano at 374-3776 for the following: 1)’88 Bronco- Eddie Bauer, 302 cu in EFI, AC, Auto 4 WD, 101 k, new ball joints, rotors, brakes, starter; excellent interior and exterior. Runs, but in need of engine work. $800 or BO; 2) ’92 Plymouth Duster (Sundance), 128K, V6, 3.0L, body and interior in good condition; fairly new brakes, runs but needs tune up $400 or BO; 3) ’95 Ford Taurus, 4 dr, 95K, body little rust, pw, pb, good tires, new brakes, new gas lines, runs well. $750 or BO: Buy all three of the above for $1,450; 4) ’57 Ford Retractable, parts car- $800.
Goods and Services
Members can advertise their business and the goods and services they provide.
· Thompson Scrap Removal: towing available by flatbed truck; removal of cars, trucks, metal, and appliances. Large jobs done by quote- call 335-9680 or 337-9680.
· Batcave Auto Reconditioning: complete detailing on daily drivers, show cars, race cars, and boats. Same day service- call Ray Wakulik 335-2897.
· D & D Enterprises: food catering, special events, and fairs. Call Dave or Deb Strange 337-3422.
Trophies and Awards
If your ride won a trophy, received an award or was featured in a publication, tell Bruce or Marie so we can share it with the rest of the members.
Holiday Safety Tips from Maximillion
This holiday season, millions of
people will be taking their “best friend” on the road with them. Traveling with
pets is easier when you have the right pet supplies and accessories for your
auto. Make the journey fun for both you and your pet by following a few simple
tips:
·
Never leave your pet
unattended in your vehicle.
·
Buckle up- both of you.
Depending on the size of your pet, choose an appropriate safety restraint. Some
examples are shown below:
·
Stop frequently so you and
your pet can stretch your legs.
·
Both of you need to keep
hydrated; keep bottled water and a soft-sided drinking bowl in your vehicle.
·
To help prevent car
sickness, do not feed your pet within two hours of departure.
· Nothing takes the place of good, common sense; remembering to take yours along on the trip will ensure a great ride.
If you are on the road this holiday season, be safe and
have a wonderful holiday!
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, January 2nd at 7:00 pm at Lake Delta Fire House on Elmer Hill Road.
Please park behind the building.
