..The PonyExpress..

March 1999

Next meeting: Wednesday, Mar 17, 1999 Mason Training Ctr: 7:30 Topic: Show Discussion

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A Message from the Editor How was my car made when it came from the factory? I receive quite a few phone calls and letters from folks around the country asking for information about their cars. The basic question is: How was my car made when it came from the factory? These people are restoring their cars and want to put them back together as original. Even if they don't intend to make it a show car, they know that it probably will have more value if it is correct. Also, it often is no more expensive or time-consuming to fix as it was than to do it wrong. Because Mustangs were not Rolls-Royces, Ford did not always stick to the specs. If a part were in short supply, they substituted another that would work. That makes finding what is "correct" a harder job, because there are endless variations. Those of us who have been trying to answer that question for ourselves and for others have learned that the best guide is an original, untouched car of the same year and model as the one in question. We in our club are very fortunate to have a number of such cars (Farrel Buis's '65, '67 and '82; Mike Buchanan's '85 and Rich Gerlock's '83) to name some that come to mind.) There are also some non-club people in town who have originals.In a future newsletter maybe we can make a list of all known original cars in the area. Some times folks ask "Can I look it up in the XYZ (you name it) publication?" The answer is "maybe". Errors abound in a lot of stuff purporting to be "the straight scoop". Some examples:   Restoration "How to" books: These are loaded with really wrong info. I received an ad recently for a "How to"book. On the cover, a '65 289 engine was pictured (in color) with black valve covers and a black air cleaner. Stay clear of these in favor of the next group of books. Recognition Guide: Mostly excellent.Several things wrong with 64 1/2 engine parts. Some of the pictures are of restored cars that are not 100% correct continued ... here

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Club Officers: President: Bob Masraum 831-2117 Vice President, Show: Mike Edquist 677-2218 Vice President, Programs: Rich Gerlock 829-7729 Vice President, Late Models: Jim Kearse 829-0257 Treasurer: Donna Kennedy 874-7441 Events Coordinator: Tim Jones 385-5534 Membership Coordinator: Carol Donovan 899-9464 MCA National Director: Farrel Buis 821-4928 Newsletter Editor: Al Friedel 771-4558

From Other Newsletters From the Indiana SAAC December Newsletter: SAAC ACTION (Meeting our members) The Cappy Collection Jerry Capizzi, Chicago,II   The Capizzi collection's origin can be traced to Jerry Capizzi's childhood.Not only was he born in "Motown", but his father, I. A. "Cappy" Capizzi, was General Legal Council to the Ford Motor Co. and Henry Ford's personal attorney in the 30's and 40's.You could almost say he was born with "Ford Blue"in his veins. In fact, he attended school at the Edison Institute at Greenfield Village, along with the children of other Ford executives. Classes were held in various buildings in the village. First grade was in the McGuffy School House, second grade was in the Ann Arbor House,etc.His school day began when a Ford Motor Co.driver and car picked him up from his home and brought him to the village. Each morning non-denominational services were held at Martha Mary Chapel. School days were enhanced with "field trips" within the complex and to the Henry Ford Museum, Thomas Edison's Laboratory, the Wright Brothers Bicycle Shop where many facets of history were explored. Breakfast and lunch were served at the Clinton Inn with a heavy emphasis on soy bean foods (ice cream,bread, milk, cereal, etc.) as Mr. Ford and the Ford Motor Co. were the major force in the development of the soy bean's many uses including a substitute for plastic during WWII. At least once a week, Mr. Ford would visit the village and have his driver stop the car so that he could "visit"with the children. Each child would receive a personal note from Mr. Ford on his/her birthday along with a personalized gift. At Christmas, all the children were driven by sleigh to Mr. and Mrs. Ford's home, Fairlane, for a Christmas party and each child received a present. Clearly, the "cornerstone" or foundation for the Cappy Collection was put in place during those formative years. Jerry's initial focus was almost exclusively T-Birds. "Little Birds" were the predominant model in the collection. Jerry purchased his first "Little Bird" in 1975 (a 1956). From there, the collection grew to more than 20 Thunderbirds. Lincolns were added next. In the mid-eighties, it became apparent that in order to achieve the caliber of restoration and preservation desired, it would be necessary to have tighter control of the work and, as a result, "in House" capabilities were established. Currently, with the help of Chuck Mill, a six-year veteran, and two part-time employees, Bob Welsch handles all aspects of the restoration, preservation, concours participation and acquisition. Plating, engine machining and sewing are the only types of work not performed in-house. Continued ... here

Directions to the Meeting Location: Ford Technical Training Center 4900 Parkway Dr Mason, OH. I-275 to I-71N (from the city) or I-71S (from the north suburbs) to Exit 19 (Mason- Montgomery / Fields-Ertel Rds). Turn Left on Mason-Montgomery,Go under I-71(from the city) or turn right on Mason-Montgomery (from the north). Go on Mason-Montgomery about a mile to Parkway Drive. ( Past the Marriott,Biggs and Lowe's, all on the right). Turn right on Parkway Drive, which is a short divided road just past the new Baldwin store . Then turn left at the first chance onto a service road and then immediately left again into the Building 4900 Complex. The Ford section is about half-way down the building. Look for the Ford Oval on the door. There are usually lots of Mustangs parked in the vicinity.

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Mustang Marketplace Parts for Sale: 1969 Rear Bumper, original rechromed and concours-perfect. $160.Al Friedel (513) 771-4558. (3/99) Carburetor, 4-Bbl Holley: take-off from 69 Shelby GT500. Less than 10K miles since new. Call for more detailed specs. $150. Al Friedel (513) 771-4558. (3/99) 1965-66 Front and Rear Bumpers, Good cond. Probably repo: $100 for both; 1965-66 AM-FM cassette radio and clock; fits original in-dash mount: $100. Tri-Y headers and hardwear: Fits 289 $100. Five 14-inch stock rims for 1965-66. Greg, after 6:00 PM, 683-3018 (4/99) 1965 NOS Front Fender (Left): $400. 1969 Gas Cap- Standard NOS: Best Offer. Anthony Miller, 513-934-3326 (4/99) 1965 New Batteries with bottom lugs to fit '65: Available at Sam's for $25 for Gr 24 Parts Wanted: 1969 Steering Wheel Pad (All 69 Ford products used the same pad with different removable centers). Must be unwarped and close to perfect. Call Al at 513-771-4558 (3/99)

1999 EVENTS CALENDAR March 26-27-Gulf Coast Regional Mustang Show. University Mall, Pensacola, FL. Donny Carlisle (334) 961-1411 (3/99) April 3-4 Mid-Ohio PFCA Spring Swap. Ohio Expo Center. Richard (614) 855-4750. (3/99) April 14-18-Mustang Club of America 35th Mustang Anniversary Celebration at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, NC. Info. (580) 255-4277. (4/99) April 25 -Sharonville Show (4/99) May 8- Falls City Mustang Club Show. River Falls Mall (Clarksville, IN). Charlie Smith (812) 283-6543 (5/99) May 21-23- 22nd Shelby Spring Fling. Hosted by Indiana SAAC. Brown County State Park, Nashville,IN.Friday Party; Sat Show, Picnic, Awards Banquet. Sun Touring. Joyce Yates (812) 988-7146. jcyates@indiana.edu (5/99) May 28-30 Smoky Mountain National. Oak Ridge, TN (5/99) June 9-13- Mid-America Shelby Club National Show Tulsa, OK. Jim Wicks (918) 256-7121 June 11- Arthritis Foundation Concours d'Elegance. Ault Park. Bill Sherman 871-0081 (6/99) June 18-20-Southern National Mustang Celebration at the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center, Augusta, GA. Info. (706) 855-5783. (6/99) June 19-20 Mustang Club of Indianapolis Show On 16th St, across from Indy Track. Bob Coulston (317) 856-6294 June 25-27 SAAC 24 Michigan Speedway(6/99) July 9-11 Vintage Mustang Club of Kansas City Nationals (7/99) August 1- Tri-State Mustang Club 19th Annual Show Sunday.....Eastgate Mall. Mike (513) 677-2218 or Farrel (513) 821-4928 (8-99) August 14- Michiana Mustang Club Show. Scotts Dale Mall, South Bend, IN. Carl Kindig (219) 256-2173 (8/99) August 21-St. Rita's Show (Note Date Change) (8/99) August 29-Classic Mustang Club of Ohio 25th Anniv. Show. Columbus,OH Krieger Ford Mark Morley (614) 895-7059 (9/99) Lets show our support for fellow Ohioans. September 3-5-Lone Star Grand National Car Show at the Adam's Mark Hotel, Houston, TX. Info Info. (281) 487-5546. (9/99)

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The Cappy Collection (Continued from Page 2) Today,housed in two locations, the Cappy Collection consists of more than 75 FOMOCO vehicles, including cars from the 30's to the 70's; Rancheros and even a '56 "fat fender" pick-up and panel truck. Autos include: '58,'59 and '60 Edsel Convertibles; a '57 "F" retractible hardtop and T-bird; a growing collection of Mercury's, including a '57 Pace Car convertible,a 335 HP triple carb engine Turnpike Cruiser, '58 2-door hard-top with a 400 HP triple carb engine (both 335 and 400 HP engines were developed by Bill Stroppe for the NASCAR racing program, and two rare Parklane convertibles, '59 and '60. there are a number of Lincoln Continentals with under 100 miles as well as a '58.'59 and '60 convertible(the forgotten Marks); the '58 Mark III has a rare 400 triple carb engine , also developed by Bill Stroppe. The "Large T-Birds" in his collection are mostly convertibles. There are a number of '62 and '63 "M" engine(triple carb) roadsters, convertibles, landaus and hard tops, as well as a '66 "Q" engine, fully-optioned convertible. Jerry joined Indiana SAAC in 1995 about the time he added the '72 Pantera to his collection. Panteras were produced with an Italian Ghia body and a Ford 351 Cleveland engine mounted in front of the rear transaxle. Panteras improved the youthful image of Lincoln-Mercury Division.

Words from the Editor (continued from Page 1) Ford Assembly Manuals: These are usually excellent, but sometimes they list stuff that was changed and up-dated in an edition after the one now being published by Osborn Reproductions. MCA Rules: Also excellent, but they do not always note some of the unusual exceptions. Before you change what appears to be original and different from the rules, ASK a knowledgeable person. Did you notice the goof in the Ford Ad on the back cover of the February issue of Mustang Times? Temporary, trial Club website- www.serve.com/friedelj/tsmc.htm Al Friedel