Newsletter

The President Message January 2022

Happy New Year Model A’ers. The New Year is upon us and a fresh start for the active months ahead.

I am in my sixth year as president, and still learning. Boy what I got myself into when I said yes back in 2016. No big deal, learn as you go, and will serve again without the swearing in formality this second year under Covid.

Honestly, I am at a loss for words about Greg Earhart passing this last December 12^th, 2021. I personally did not know Greg well, but he was approachable, and I did engage him with conversations about the authentic Model A, he had a host of information. He did scrutinize our 28 Tudor as requested by me. He gave me some good pointers to make the 28 100% correct. Greg and his wife were active members of at least three local chapters. Greg did his best to keep the hobby alive. He donated generously to our Henry Ford Picnic Raffle. Greg and Fran drove their Model A’s across the United States together to the big annual events that we would consider brave and challenging. What adventures they had when motoring across the fruited plains in a Model A. Greg was helpful and caring. My prayers go out to Fran, and family.

Greg Earhart’s funeral service will be on Friday, January 14^th.

Viewing will be 9:30 – 10:30 AM.

Service is at 11:00 AM in the chapel, and will be a Catholic Mass.

The location is at All Souls Cemetery on 4400 Cherry Long Beach between Delamo, and Carson.  There will be a luncheon to follow.  

Up to a dozen regulars have been rendezvousing at various locations for a mid-week breakfast, coffee, and donuts on Wednesday mornings at 9 am, check your email for weekly locations and times. This is not only for the good old boys; bring your wives. Remember all for one and one for all. This is what our club is about, fun cars, nice people, and tasty food.

A recent topic discussed during these gatherings was regarding an extended tour this coming Spring. We want to get “out and about” in our vintage automobiles. Further discussions necessary.

As always if you need help on your Model A, call Chuck Mayhew (562) 688 5533. The Henry Helpers are here for you.

Keep the faith and stay safe motoring… Happy New Year.

Larry Ryan: President  

Cell 562 484 8415 email LRyan41724@msn.com   

• Larry missed the tour, but Chuck Mayhew, Luke Sayer, and Charlie Sento were able to get to the Railroad Memorabilia Museum in Long Beach

• Gunther’s Garage is open for visitors once a year, on the first Sunday of December
• Steve presented President Larry Ryan with a Christmas gift from the Board; a Craftsman Garage Stool

• The minutes of the November meeting were approved as posted in the on-line newsletter

• Gave the bank balance, and noted that the P.O. Box rent has jumped from $119.00 to $146.00 per year

• Santa Fe Spring Parks are still closed.  Steve Sixt mentioned that the La Habra Heights Park might be available

• Larry and Chuck painted Larry’s brakes
• Worked on Pauline’s gas gauge and wiring
• Luke’s tire pressure and toe-in

• Charlie is still working on obtaining new chapter shirts

• Ed Tolman presented the Annual MAFCA Website of the Year award to Mark Simons and the Chapter
• J.C.’s daughter is making drinking cups available with the member’s name and car photo
• Ed Tolman told of his recent attempt to cross the old Mojave Road from Needles to Barstow,  but was turned back early due to a coil problem
• Pauline related how she obtained her ‘28 coupe 55 years ago