REBELS AUTO CLUB NEWSLETTER

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1 REBELS AUTO CLUB NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2012 President s Message I'd like to thank all of the members who voted me as President for Thanks to all that served as board members in I look forward to working with the newly elected members this year. It's really encouraging to hear from some of you how much you appreciate all that we do. I look forward to 2012 being another great year. Last year was full of challenges. We had to replace 2 board members. Thanks again to Scott and Renee for stepping up. I'd like to welcome our newest board members, Sheryl and Lydell. Looking forward, we have plenty of things to keep busy with. We will start planning for our car show in June with a meeting on January 29 th. Please try to attend and give Dave your support. Thanks again to Dave O'Meilia for organizing the car show this year. Thanks to Ken and Tracee for being the main sponsors for this year's show. We still need volunteers for the Swap Meet in March. These 2 events are the big money makers for our club. Without this income, we wouldn't be able to give out our scholarships and donations. Don't forget. It's not too late to attend our Holiday Party on January 21rst. Ten dollars of our membership dues pays for half the cost of the meal, so it only costs $10 to attend. Men should bring a man's gift and women a woman's gift. A minimum of $15 has been set for the gift exchange. The Knoll's always does a great job for us. Thanks to all the volunteers that make this event happen. I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Hope to see you on the road soon! Cary Petersen President Officers: President: Cary Petersen cary_petersen@hotmail.com V.P.: Renee Morrison rmpackers@juno.com Secretary: Margaret Otley lo25307@windstream.net Treasurer: Wanda Holstein wrh0824@earthlink.net Coordinator: Scott Wuethrich Large: Sheryl Wright sherylw7@windstream.net Lydell Otley lo25307@windstream.net Newsletter Editor: Tracee Bougger 2702 South Street Lincoln, NE traceejean@yahoo.com PH: NEXT MEETING January 25 Parker s Smokehouse DONT LET THIS BE YOUR LAST NEWSLETTER!! If you have not renewed your membership for 2012 this will be your last newsletter. Pay your membership by January 20th so you keep current on upcoming events and don't miss a thing.

2 Meeting Minutes 12/28/11 Meeting held at JJ s Bar & Grill 1 st & Cornhusker. Attendance: 62 The meeting was called at 7:30pm by Cary. President Report by Cary: Welcome all to the last meeting of the year 2011 and thank you for coming. No new guests or new members present. Happy Birthday to all members in December. Anniversary wishes to Renee and Larry Morrison and Harry Scheidt. *Vice President Report by Renee: This has been a wonderful year I had to fill big shoes and I m glad I did. Upcoming Club regular meeting Dates: -December 28 th : JJ s 1 st & Cornhusker Hwy -January 25 th. Parkers Smokehouse 64 th & O St -February 29 th. The Garage Sports Bar/Grill 48 th & Hwy 2 *Secretary Report by Linda: -Minutes from 11/30/2011 meeting held at JJ s approved with no corrections or additions. Correspondence read: Christmas card & letter from Lyle & Kerry Grossman members from Thermopolis WY. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. Letter was passed around to members to read. We Love to hear from our out of state members. -Joshua D. Grimes Scholarship winner 2011: Eugene Kuznetsov: I am writing to thank you so much for the Joshua D Grimes Scholarship. I was excited and honored to learn I had been selected as the recipient of your scholarship. I am looking forward to making my best effort in one of the biggest investments of my life, education. I am currently pursuing a double major in mechanical engineering/ electronic engineering. This special opportunity offered by the University of NE will give me a better insight in the area of automobiles. I hope to completely integrate the meaning of Mechanics and Electronics in the sector of cars. The support that you have given me has brought me closer to the finances needed to achieve one of my biggest goals and interests. Thank you so much for the support and assistance that you have given me, both financially and in my interest in cars. I am honored to be supported by an organization that shares my extreme enthusiasm for cars. Thank you again for all of the support you have given me. Sincerely, Eugene Kuznetsov. *Membership dues. Deadline is December 31 st ** don t miss out on your next newsletter if you didn t renew. -Newsletter info deadline to Tracee January 3 rd WOW 6 YEARS. I HAVE EN- JOYED EVERY MINUTES OF THEM.. DON T FORGET DID EVERYONE READ THEM? THANK YOU TO ALL MEMBERS FOR SUPPORTING ME AS YOUR SECRETARY. IT WAS A PRIVE- LAGE AND HONOR. I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM EACH AND EVERY MEM- BER ABOUT THIS GREAT CLUB AND CLASSIC CARS. I HAVE HAD MANY FUN TIMES AS SECRE- ATARY, SOME MORE CHALENG- ING THEN OTHERS. MORE FUN TIMES STILL TO COME I HA- VENT HUNG UP THE ROLLER SKATES YET. IT TAKES EVERY SINGLE MEM- BER TO MAKE A CLUB WORK AND EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU HAS DONE THAT IN SOME WAY OR ANOTHER, SO GIVE YOURSELF AN APPLAUSE... I KNOW OUR NEW SECRETARY WILL DO A GREAT JOB, SO DON T GIVE HER ANY PROBLEMS AS I WILL BE WATCHING LOOKING FORWARD TO 2012 TO KEEP THE REBELS AS A NONPROFIT ORGINAZATION TO PRESERVE THE INTEREST OF HOT RODS..FAMILY AND FRIENDS, AND IDENTIFY WHAT WE NEED TO DO FOR OUR COM- MUNITY.. AND KEEP ON CRUSIN *Treasurer report by Wanda: Motion made to accept the December 2011 treasurer report as read. *News and announcements: -Margaret turned in 56 pounds of food was donated to the food bank on behalf of the club. Keep saving and bring to the meetings. -Rebels Pamphlets, have printed 50 to inform the community of our club. Will be distributed at the Swap meet in March and World of Wheels, and our car show and other events to advertise our club. *Coordinator report by Scott Wuethrich: -Christmas Party: This is our main event of the year. Looking forward to seeing you all at the Knolls. And don t forget your gift. -Rebels Auto Club Calendars are available for members. Pick yours up tonight. -Hot Rod Super Nationals Lancaster Event Center May 26 & 27 th Early Bird registration to Save $25 deadline is Continued

3 1/31/12. Get signed up as soon either by mail or on line. Information from Jim McNeil: -Formula SAE Race Cars June rd. Same weekend as our car show but they would like volunteers to help. It is like cone races Indy type drag strip; this involves college kids building a car. More info to come within the next month. -Lincoln Chamber of commerce Ford Club Car show may be up coming in 2014 at the new Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. And in 2016 more upcoming car events at the arena if Lincoln can make this happen would be great and they may need the Rebels help. *See upcoming events below and coordinators report for more information* *New Business: Rebels Car show Dave Omelia has volunteered to be in charge of the show. Thank you so much as you do so much for the good of the club. News from Dave: Our Car show Sponsor is College View Auto Sales-members Ken and Tracee Bougger. The first car show meeting is set for January 29 th at 4pm at The Masters. Looking forward to seeing all members at this meeting. *Members enjoyed delicious cakes and cupcakes provided by Margaret. Thank you so much, everyone enjoys this special treat. Meeting adjourned at 8:15pm Respectively submitted, Linda Masters, Secretary Club meeting: Upcoming Events Wednesday January 25 th Parkers Smokehouse 64 th & O St Club meeting: Wednesday, February 29 th The Garage Sports Bar/Grill - 48 th & Hwy 2. *Old Business: -Board member nominations for 2012: President: Cary Petersen, Dave O Melia Vice President: Renee Morrison, Mike Brown Secretary: Margaret Otley Treasurer: Wanda Holstein Coordinator: Scott Wuethrich Director(s) at Large (elect 2): Lydell Otley, Ken Bougger, and Sheryl Wright -New Board for 2012: President: Cary Petersen Vice President: Renee Morrison Secretary: Margaret Otley Treasurer: Wanda Holstein Coordinator: Scott Wuethrich Director(s) at Large (elect 2): Lydell Otley, Sheryl Wright Special thanks to Tracee Bougger-newsletter editor, Gary Willey-webmaster and John & Carol Danielson- cards and flowers to members to continue these duties for Thank you to the nominating committee. The New Board Members will take over at the board meeting on January 10 th. All Club meetings begin at 7:30pm. If yo would like to eat prior please arrive 6-630pm. January 21 st 2012-Rebels Christmas Knolls. Cost: Members; $ Non-Members; $ January 29 th Car Show Meeting. 4pm 6100 Rebel Dr. Ladies Night Out: Tuesday, January 17 th New Cheddars 54 th & O St. See newsletter for details. Board Meeting: Tuesday, January Don N Millies. 56 th & Hwy 7:00pm. Board meetings are open to all members. Meetings are held the 2 nd Tuesday of each month.

4 Tuesday, January 17 th New Cheddars 54 th & O St. Please come join us for good food, conversation and great company! Contact either Jody White or Margaret Otley to let us know you're coming. CARDS OR FLOWERS Anyone who knows of a Rebels member who should have a card sent to someone in the hospital or flowers for a funeral, Contact John or Carol Danielson Jody White Margaret Otley via , lo25307@windstream.net or Facebook. Don t forget to bring your canned goods to the next meeting. Margaret Otley is collecting them to take to the Food Pantry. COOLANT 101 TYPES OF COOLANT (ANTIFREEZE) Today's coolant market is confusing. In days past all coolant was the green ethylene glycol variety, one type of coolant for every car. Now it seems that every car manufacturer has at least one color of coolant. What Type of Antifreeze Should I Use?...All Makes and Models?...Extended Life 150,000 Miles?...Green, Red, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Blue? There are a lot of choices of different automotive coolants today. So, which one should you use in your car? You should use what your car was made to have. However, sometimes it may be difficult to decipher what the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) used, especially if you purchased your car used. Basically, there are three basic types of automotive coolant: Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT), Organic Acid Technology (OAT), and Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT). IAT coolants are the "traditional green" variety used in virtually all American vehicles from the late 1920s to the mid to late 1990s. Like all antifreeze, it is naturally clear; its color comes from dye. Unlike the other types of antifreeze, it uses silicate and phosphate corrosion inhibitors to protect the metal parts of the engine and cooling system. However, these inhibitors wear out quickly, so IAT type coolants need to be flushed every two years or 30,000 miles. OAT coolants typically do not use silicate and phosphate corrosion inhibitors. Different manufacturers use different chemical additives to battle rust and corrosion, and they all dye their coolants different colors. GM's ubiquitous DEX-COOL coolant is an OAT antifreeze dyed orange. Toyota, Volkswagen, and Audi all use their own formulas that happen to be dyed pink. Honda uses a dark green (blue) dye. OAT coolants have longer service lives than IAT coolants, needing to be flushed every 5 years or 150,000 miles. HOAT coolants use different additives than OAT, but also use some silicate to protect aluminum surfaces. Modern Ford, Chrysler, and most European vehicles use their own HOAT coolant formulas. Ford's is dyed yellow and Chrysler's is orange (not to be confused with DEX-COOL). Both use the marketing name of GO-5. HOAT coolant has the same service interval as OAT (5 years or 150,000 miles). Summary: IAT - Used in early to mid-late 90's Domestic vehicles.this type is good for our antique cars OAT - Used in late 90's GM and most Asian vehicles HOAT - Used in 2000's Fords, Chryslers, and most European vehicles. Although you can mix coolant types without harm, it is highly recommended against. If you mix an OAT or HOAT with an IAT, you will lose the extended service life of the OAT or HOAT coolant. Some people say that if you mix these types of coolant it can result in the coolant gelling, but if you keep your cooling system well maintained, this should not be a problem. And finally, what about the "Universal, All Makes, All Models" coolant you see stuffing store shelves? Basically, those are OAT DEX-COOL clones. I would personally steer well clear of them unless your vehicle is de-signed for OAT coolant. You should always check your owners manual, and make sure the coolant you add is the same type of coolant your car requires. Thanks to "how-to-matthew" for information contained in this article.

5 MARK YOUR know ASAP. CALENDARS Coordinators Report Well here we are in to the New Year. Hope that everyone had a safe holiday. I would like to thank all of you that voted for my r re-election and the one person that voted for Eric Teply. This is going to be a great year especially that I am sitting here watching the weather channel wishing that I would have waited on taking my truck apart for the winter, with the weather that we have been having. I always feel that I need to one up myself every winter, this time I go to World of Wheels I want to have a different looking truck. I might be calling on a few Rebels members for advice on a few of my modifications. Rebels Car Show Meeting: January 29 4pm at the Masters Place. Please attend if you want to be a volunteer for the show. Looking forward to seeing and hearing what everyone has to offer. Garage Scenes: It is getting to be that time and the cold weather is going to be upon us and cabin fever sets in. if you would like to host a garage scene please feel free to contact me or Jim. If you have an event that would like to be posted in the newsletter please feel free to contact me or onefastbike2001@yahoo.com We are still in need for volunteers for the swap meets early shifts and the later shifts. If you would like to help out please contact myself or Boyd, We actually need 6 people per group per shift. Scott Our Biggest Event of the Year! I am also trying to get a time set aside to tour the Museum in Ashland. I would like to know if most people prefer to go on a Saturday or Sunday please let know what you think. Rebels Auto Club Car Show June 24, 2012 Some of the major events that are coming to our area are the World of Wheels in March!! & Hot Rod Nationals on May. If you would like to register for the WoW let me know so that I can get you a registration form. I am sure there are a few more events but they are not coming to me right now!! I will try to keep you posted as they are brought to my attention One more thing before I forget I want to thank Ken & Tracee for Sponsoring the Front of Our Car show shirt this year. We will wear it proud. January Events: Christmas The Knolls, January 21, 2012 Members $10.00 Non Members $20.00 all reservations need to be turned in by the 5 th of January If you haven t signed up yet for the party and would like to attend please let me Time to get ahead of the game and get committee leaders of each area of the car show. We need your help and input. Please join us for the kickoff car show meeting January 29th at 4pm. Masters Garage, 6100 Rebel Drive For anyone interested after the meeting we will also do what we like to do best, eat out. Your current membership card can benefit you for a discount on purchases at The Auto Zone at 2904 Cornhusker Hwy and A Street Auto Parts.

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7 The Howlands say hello to the Rebels and let us know they are having a nice time with the kids in the Arizona Valley. Looks like they haven t been too naughty. I am selling my fathers 1948 Chevy Pickup. Serious inquiries only please. Asking $14,000 Any questions respond via DnRitchey@aol.com or cell # Dean Ritchey (son of Marvin Ritchey) Tieagan Rae Brown born to Nick & Andrea Brown at 12:20 PM lb. 9 oz. 18 3/4 in long. The precious new bundle is pictured above being held by Nick! Congrats to Nick and Andrea and family and also to proud grandparents Ron and Connie Brown and of course Uncle Mike and Aunt Stacy Brown!

8 HOLIDAY PARTY JANUARY 21 AT THE KNOLLS 2201 OLD CHENEY ROAD COCKTAILS 5-6, DINNER WILL FOLLOW All reservations need to be turned in by the 5th of January. Members $10, Non-members $ Sign up at the club meeting or through the club secretary or treasurer. If you would like to participate in the gift exchange bring a wrapped $15.00 gift. Gift exchange Everyone who wants to participate brings a wrapped $15 gift. All of the gifts are placed in a pile, separated into men & women s, and all participants are then given randomly assigned numbers. Then the madness begins. The person who has the lowest # chooses a gift from the pile, unwraps it, shows everyone, then the second person has the option of either taking the first person s already opened gift, or unwrapping a new gift of their own. If someone s already unwrapped gift is taken from them, they have the option of taking someone else s already unwrapped gift, or returning to the pile of unwrapped gifts. This proceeds until all the numbers have been drawn, all the gifts are unwrapped, and all the stealing has been completed. ANY GIFT CAN ONLY BE STOLEN 3 TIMES TOTAL, THE 4TH PERSON OWNS IT. The game ends with participant #1 having their selection of any gift, except for the OWNED ones.

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10 REBELS AUTO CLUB PO BOX LINCOLN, NE NEXT MEETING January 25 Parker s Smokehouse Shop these Rebels Advertisers