TCMG Wins the Monterey Cup at GoF West Again!

For the second year in a row, TCMG brought home the Monterey Cup from GoF West. The cup is awarded to the single club with the most members in attendance that year. Congratulations to all who attended the event! Also notable is the daughter and son-in-law of David & Joyce Edgar, who in the Edgar’s TC won the Al Moss Memorial High Point Trophy, the premiere award for the event!

TC Provenance List Being Updated and Modernized by TCMG

The well known TC Provenance List was created by TC owner Bob Stein well over a decade ago.  Steve Simmons has assisted with data submissions and updates for the past few years but the list has grown too large to manage by hand.  TC Motoring Guild has jumped in to help update, modernize and maintain the list.  Two of our members, Mike Simmons and Steve Simmons are currently working to convert years of hand typed notes into a sorted and organized database of TC car numbers, owner names, locations and historical data.  The project will take a tremendous amount of man hours but the end result will be a fully modern and searchable database, hosted on the TCMG website.  You can see the old hand-typed Provenance List HERE until the new version is completed.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is more than halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by less than 2 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

 

Join us on October 24th for a very special presentation by TCMG member Tom Wilson entitled “Tanks to TCs: Life at the “Gees” 1938-1952″. Tom’s presentation, accompanied by period factory photos, is an engaging and entertaining look at what happened at MG in the TA-TD era.  Tom’s in depth research into MG history, along with numerous interviews of people who worked at MG during that era comes together in one of his enjoyable presentations.  You won’t want to miss it!

This meeting will be held online beginning at 6PM, and members may join 15 minutes early for conversation and settling in. Members who drive their TC 10 or more miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

September recap: 24 members and guests attended our September meeting (17 in person and 7 virtual). Five TCs were parked at the meeting driven by Edgar, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca and Spiegel (display only). One additional TC drove a simulated 10 miles to the meeting (Lemieux).

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next driving event will be announced soon.

October recap: 27 members driving 10 TCs and one PA attended the 67th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave in Paso Robles. See the Conclave History Pages as well as the next newsletter for photos and reports. 28 members also attended GoF West in Carlsbad, with 9 TC entered in the event by Loe, Edgar, Thelander, Schirripa, Weisberger, Hermance, Williams, Lemieux and Hughes.

Monthly DIY Tours

Our next DIY tour will take place in November. Check back for details.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The November Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Patty McLish & Med Godbout of Solon Springs, Wisconsin
• Greg & Carrie Haskin of Atascadero, California
• Pat Garity of El Cajon, California
• Robert & Diane Berry of Fairlawn, Ohio
• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California

 

October 3: Added new page for the 2023 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

September 24: New page added for Patty McLish & Medric Godbout

September 1: New page added for Pat Garity.

July 27: Added new page for Robert & Diane Berry.

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Provenance List Being Updated and Modernized by TCMG

The well known TC Provenance List was created by TC owner Bob Stein well over a decade ago.  Steve Simmons has assisted with data submissions and updates for the past few years but the list has grown too large to manage by hand.  TC Motoring Guild has jumped in to help update, modernize and maintain the list.  Two of our members, Mike Simmons and Steve Simmons are currently working to convert years of hand typed notes into a sorted and organized database of TC car numbers, owner names, locations and historical data.  The project will take a tremendous amount of man hours but the end result will be a fully modern and searchable database, hosted on the TCMG website.  You can see the old hand-typed Provenance List HERE until the new version is completed.

Conclave is Coming!

The 67th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 1-3 in Paso Robles. Look for information on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters and group email.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is more than halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 2 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

 

Join us on October 24th for a very special presentation by TCMG member Tom Wilson. Tom will be speaking about early M.G. history and showing some rare factory photographs from the period. This meeting will be held online. More info to come…

September recap: 24 members and guests attended our September meeting (17 in person and 7 virtual). Five TCs were parked at the meeting driven by Edgar, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca and Spiegel (display only). One additional TC drove a simulated 10 miles to the meeting (Lemieux).

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Don’t miss our premiere event of the year, the 67th Annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders!

This year’s event will be held on October 1-3 in Paso Robles.  Further details will be announced shortly.

See the newsletter for further info.

To see photos from previous years and learn about this event’s 60+ year history, visit the Conclave Pages.

August Recap: 22 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus an MGB GT) attended our Malibu TCs and Tacos event. Special thanks to David Mathison for hosting this event at his home! 8 TCs attended the event, driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, Appell and Mathison (display only).

Monthly DIY Tours

Our next DIY tour will take place in November. Check back for details.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The October Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Patty McLish & Med Godbout of Solon Springs, Wisconsin
• Greg & Carrie Haskin of Atascadero, California
• Pat Garity of El Cajon, California
• Robert & Diane Berry of Fairlawn, Ohio
• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California

 

October 3: Added new page for the 2023 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

September 24: New page added for Patty McLish & Medric Godbout

September 1: New page added for Pat Garity.

July 27: Added new page for Robert & Diane Berry.

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Provenance List Being Updated and Modernized by TCMG

The well known TC Provenance List was created by TC owner Bob Stein well over a decade ago.  Steve Simmons has assisted with data submissions and updates for the past few years but the list has grown too large to manage by hand.  TC Motoring Guild has jumped in to help update, modernize and maintain the list.  Two of our members, Mike Simmons and Steve Simmons are currently working to convert years of hand typed notes into a sorted and organized database of TC car numbers, owner names, locations and historical data.  The project will take a tremendous amount of man hours but the end result will be a fully modern and searchable database, hosted on the TCMG website.  You can see the old hand-typed Provenance List HERE until the new version is completed.

Conclave is Coming!

The 67th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 1-3 in Paso Robles. Look for information on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters and group email.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is more than halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 2 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is currently underway by club historian Steve Simmons with assistance by Rob Zucca. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

NOTE DATE CHANGE! The September meeting will be held on Saturday the 23rd at the home of TCMG members Dave and Bobbie Spiegel in San Marino. Dave will be giving a multimedia presentation on his trips to New Zealand to participate in a private driving tour of pre-war M.G.s. His MG SA and TC will also be on display. This presentation will be simulcast on Zoom. Further details are forthcoming.

August recap: 27 members attended our August online meeting. Five TCs were driven a simulated 10 miles to the meeting  by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons and Hughes.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Don’t miss our premiere event of the year, the 67th Annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders!

This year’s event will be held on October 1-3 in Paso Robles.  Further details will be announced shortly.

See the newsletter for further info.

To see photos from previous years and learn about this event’s 60+ year history, visit the Conclave Pages.

August Recap: 22 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus an MGB GT) attended our Malibu TCs and Tacos event. Special thanks to David Mathison for hosting this event at his home! 8 TCs attended the event, driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, Appell and Mathison (display only).

Monthly DIY Tours

To celebrate this Labor Day weekend, you task is to find something holiday-related.  Perhaps just something that says “labor”.  Don’t worry, we aren’t making it that difficult.  We at TCMG are an equal opportunity holiday celebrators, so you are allowed to choose ANY holiday in September.  But how many can there possibly be?  You may be surprised…

https://nationaltoday.com/september-holidays/

You can pick any holiday (they seem to use that term loosely) from the above link and base your photo(s) upon it.  Send your photo(s) along with a description and what holiday you chose to Joyce Edgar by September 21 for inclusion in our next Zoom meeting.

Drive at least 5 miles during your photo shoot and receive a point toward the Sargent Award.  Competition for this year’s award is tight, with three members also going for the Iron Bottom Award.  See: http://www.tcmotoringguild.org/history/sargentaward/

Now get those TCs out there, be creative, and have fun!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The October Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Patty McLish & Med Godbout of Solon Springs, Wisconsin
• Greg & Carrie Haskin of Atascadero, California
• Robert & Diane Berry of Fairlawn, Ohio
• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California

 

July 27: Added new page for Robert & Diane Berry.

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Provenance List Being Updated and Modernized by TCMG

The well known TC Provenance List was created by TC owner Bob Stein well over a decade ago.  Steve Simmons has assisted with data submissions and updates for the past few years but the list has grown too large to manage by hand.  TC Motoring Guild has jumped in to help update, modernize and maintain the list.  Two of our members, Mike Simmons and Steve Simmons are currently working to convert years of hand typed notes into a sorted and organized database of TC car numbers, owner names, locations and historical data.  The project will take a tremendous amount of man hours but the end result will be a fully modern and searchable database, hosted on the TCMG website.  You can see the old hand-typed Provenance List HERE until the new version is completed.

Conclave is Coming!

The 67th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 1-3 in Paso Robles. Look for information on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters and group email.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is more than halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 2 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is currently underway by club historian Steve Simmons with assistance by Rob Zucca. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

NOTE DATE CHANGE! The September meeting will be held on Saturday the 23rd at the home of TCMG members Dave and Bobbie Spiegel in San Marino. Dave will be giving a multimedia presentation on his trips to New Zealand to participate in a private driving tour of pre-war M.G.s. His MG SA and TC will also be on display. This presentation will be simulcast on Zoom. Further details are forthcoming.

August recap: 27 members attended our August online meeting. Five TCs were driven a simulated 10 miles to the meeting  by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons and Hughes.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Don’t miss our premiere event of the year, the 67th Annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders!

This year’s event will be held on October 1-3 in Paso Robles.  Further details will be announced shortly.

Check back soon!

To see photos from previous years and learn about this event’s 60+ year history, visit the Conclave Pages.

August Recap: 22 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus an MGB GT attended our Malibu TCs and Tacos event. Special thanks to David Mathison for hosting this event at his home! 8 TCs attended the event, driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, Appell and Mathison (display only).

Monthly DIY Tours

To celebrate this Labor Day weekend, you task is to find something holiday-related.  Perhaps just something that says “labor”.  Don’t worry, we aren’t making it that difficult.  We at TCMG are an equal opportunity holiday celebrators, so you are allowed to choose ANY holiday in September.  But how many can there possibly be?  You may be surprised…

https://nationaltoday.com/september-holidays/

You can pick any holiday (they seem to use that term loosely) from the above link and base your photo(s) upon it.  Send your photo(s) along with a description and what holiday you chose to Joyce Edgar by September 21 for inclusion in our next Zoom meeting.

Drive at least 5 miles during your photo shoot and receive a point toward the Sargent Award.  Competition for this year’s award is tight, with three members also going for the Iron Bottom Award.  See: http://www.tcmotoringguild.org/history/sargentaward/

Now get those TCs out there, be creative, and have fun!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The September Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Greg & Carrie Haskin of Atascadero, California
• Pat Garity of El Cajon, California
• Robert & Diane Berry of Fairlawn, Ohio
• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida

 

September 1: New page added for Pat Garity.

July 27: Added new page for Robert & Diane Berry.

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Provenance List Being Updated and Modernized by TCMG

The well known TC Provenance List was created by TC owner Bob Stein well over a decade ago.  Steve Simmons has assisted with data submissions and updates for the past few years but the list has grown too large to manage by hand.  TC Motoring Guild has jumped in to help update, modernize and maintain the list.  Two of our members, Mike Simmons and Steve Simmons are currently working to convert years of hand typed notes into a sorted and organized database of TC car numbers, owner names, locations and historical data.  The project will take a tremendous amount of man hours but the end result will be a fully modern and searchable database, hosted on the TCMG website.  You can see the old hand-typed Provenance List HERE until the new version is completed.

Conclave is Coming!

The 67th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 1-3 in Paso Robles. Look for information on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters and group email.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is now halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 1.5 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is currently underway by club historian Steve Simmons with assistance by Rob Zucca. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our August Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday the 22nd. The program for the evening will be “Project Updates & TC Adventures” by TCMG members.  Those wishing to participate should inform Joyce Edgar and either send her your photos or be prepared to share them yourself. Have a repair or restoration project underway? Gone on a great drive recently? Let us know about it!

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

July recap: 28 members and guests attended our July online meeting. Five TCs were driven a simulated 10 miles to the meeting  by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons and Buckeridge. Thanks to member Kregg Hunsberger for an in-depth presentation on the restoration of his TC Special.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next event on August 26 will start with a one-hour scenic driving tour through the Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu.  Our destination is Point Dume and the home of TCMG member David Mathison.  An all you can eat taco bar will be on site to provide free lunch and drinks to attendees, and David’s pair of award-winning vintage motorcycles will be on display along with his other vehicles.

Please RSVP so we can get a head count for the caterer! RSVP Details will be found in the August newsletter and on our group email list.

Details on meeting time/location for the tour will be announced soon.  Driveway parking at our destination is limited and is reserved for TCs only please.  Others use street parking.  More event details will be provided as they become available.

Please RSVP to Joyce Edgar by August 20th.  See the club directory for phone / email or use the Contact Page on this website and select “Treasurer / Membership”.

June Recap: 34 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus a Jaguar XK150 and a Shelby GT-350) attended our Annual Summer Picnic.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, M. Simmons and Mathison. Thanks to the team of Steve & Linda Simmons for hosting this year’s picnic at their home!

Monthly DIY Tours

The July DIY Tour has ended.  The next tour will be announced soon!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The September Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Robert & Diane Berry of Fairlawn, Ohio
• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida

 

July 27: Added new page for Robert & Diane Berry.

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Provenance List Being Updated and Modernized by TCMG

The well known TC Provenance List was created by TC owner Bob Stein well over a decade ago.  Steve Simmons has assisted with data submissions and updates for the past few years but the list has grown too large to manage by hand.  TC Motoring Guild has jumped in to help update, modernize and maintain the list.  Two of our members, Mike Simmons and Steve Simmons are currently working to convert years of hand typed notes into a sorted and organized database of TC car numbers, owner names, locations and historical data.  The project will take a tremendous amount of man hours but the end result will be a fully modern and searchable database, hosted on the TCMG website.  You can see the old hand-typed Provenance List HERE until the new version is completed.

Conclave is Coming!

The 67th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 1-3 in Paso Robles. Look for information on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters and group email.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is now halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 1.5 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is currently underway by club historian Steve Simmons with assistance by Rob Zucca. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our August Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday the 22nd. The program for the evening will be “Project Updates & TC Adventures” by TCMG members.  Those wishing to participate should inform Joyce Edgar and either send her your photos or be prepared to share them yourself. Have a repair or restoration project underway? Gone on a great drive recently? Let us know about it!

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

July recap: 28 members and guests attended our July online meeting. Five TCs were driven a simulated 10 miles to the meeting  by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons and Buckeridge. Thanks to member Kregg Hunsberger for an in-depth presentation on the restoration of his TC Special.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next event on August 26 will start with a one-hour scenic driving tour through the Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu.  Our destination is Point Dume and the home of TCMG member David Mathison.  An all you can eat taco bar will be on site to provide free lunch and drinks to attendees, and David’s pair of award-winning vintage motorcycles will be on display along with his other vehicles.

Please RSVP so we can get a head count for the caterer! RSVP Details will be found in the August newsletter and on our group email list.

Details on meeting time/location for the tour will be announced soon.  Driveway parking at our destination is limited and is reserved for TCs only please.  Others use street parking.  More event details will be provided as they become available.

Please RSVP to Joyce Edgar by August 20th.  See the club directory for phone / email or use the Contact Page on this website and select “Treasurer / Membership”.

June Recap: 34 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus a Jaguar XK150 and a Shelby GT-350) attended our Annual Summer Picnic.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, M. Simmons and Mathison. Thanks to the team of Steve & Linda Simmons for hosting this year’s picnic at their home!

Monthly DIY Tours

The July DIY Tour has ended.  The next tour will be announced soon!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The August Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Robert & Diane Berry of Fairlawn, Ohio
• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida

 

July 27: Added new page for Robert & Diane Berry.

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is now halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 1.5 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is currently underway. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our July Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday the 25th. The program for the evening will be a presentation by Kregg Hunsberger on the repair of his wrecked TC Special.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

June recap: 15 Members attended our May meeting on Zoom.  Four TCs were driven 10 or more miles in a simulated journey to the meeting by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and S. Simmons.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next event on August 26 will start with a one-hour scenic driving tour through the Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu.  Our destination is Point Dume and the home of TCMG member David Mathison.  An all you can eat taco bar will be on site to provide free lunch and drinks to attendees, and David’s pair of award-winning vintage motorcycles will be on display along with his other vehicles.

Please RSVP so we can get a head count for the caterer! RSVP Details will be found in the August newsletter and on our group email list.

Details on meeting time/location for the tour will be announced soon.  Driveway parking at our destination is limited and is reserved for TCs only please.  Others use street parking.  More event details will be provided as they become available.

Please RSVP to Joyce Edgar by August 20th.  See the club directory for phone / email or use the Contact Page on this website and select “Treasurer / Membership”.

June Recap: 34 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus a Jaguar XK150 and a Shelby GT-350) attended our Annual Summer Picnic.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, M. Simmons and Mathison. Thanks to the team of Steve & Linda Simmons for hosting this year’s picnic at their home!

Monthly DIY Tours

The July DIY Tour has ended.  The next tour will be announced soon!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The August Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Tight Competition for the Sargent Trophy!

The year is now halfway over, and the battle for the Sargent Trophy has been fierce!  The top three competitors are separated by only 1.5 points, and all three have had a perfect attendance thus far. Could this be the first time we’ve awarded three Iron Bottoms in a single year?

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is currently underway. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our July Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday the 25th. The program for the evening will be a presentation by Kregg Hunsberger on the repair of his wrecked TC Special.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

June recap: 15 Members attended our May meeting on Zoom.  Four TCs were driven 10 or more miles in a simulated journey to the meeting by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and S. Simmons.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next event on August 26 will start with a one-hour scenic driving tour through the Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu.  Our destination is Point Dume and the home of TCMG member David Mathison.  An all you can eat taco bar will be on site to provide free lunch and drinks to attendees, and David’s pair of award-winning vintage motorcycles will be on display along with his other vehicles.

Please RSVP so we can get a head count for the caterer! RSVP Details will be found in the August newsletter and on our group email list.

Details on meeting time/location for the tour will be announced soon.  Driveway parking at our destination is limited and is reserved for TCs only please.  Others use street parking.  More event details will be provided as they become available.

Please RSVP to Joyce Edgar by August 20th.  See the club directory for phone / email or use the Contact Page on this website and select “Treasurer / Membership”.

June Recap: 34 members and guests driving 7 TCs (plus a Jaguar XK150 and a Shelby GT-350) attended our Annual Summer Picnic.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, S. Simmons, Zucca, M. Simmons and Mathison. Thanks to the team of Steve & Linda Simmons for hosting this year’s picnic at their home!

Monthly DIY Tours

The July DIY Tour is on!  Summer has taken hold in much of the country, and they say July 4th was the hottest average global temperature ever recorded. To commemorate this new record, your task is to photograph your TC with something “hot”. Don’t assume “hot” can only mean temperature. Be creative!

Drive your TC at least 5 miles during your photo shoot and receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

Send your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by July 22nd to receive credit and be included in the slide show at our next Zoom meeting.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The July Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley of Greenwood Village, Colorado
• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

July 1: Updated the Technical Info page.

June 30: Added new page for Jonathan Lane & Val Shockley.

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Annual Summer Picnic in New Location

The TCMG Annual Summer Picnic, held at the Henkels home for 23 years, is moving this year to the Simmons residence. Details can be found on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters.

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is scheduled to begin this month. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our June Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday the 27th. The program for the evening will be a brief talk by Steve Simmons on “XPAG Camshaft Design and Failures”.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

May recap: 24 Members attended our May meeting on Zoom.  Four TCs were driven 10 or more miles in a simulated journey to the meeting by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and S. Simmons.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

The annual Summer Picnic will take place on Saturday, June 24 at the Simmons Residence. Bring a picnic lunch or dinner and dine in the garden, tour the collection of vintage cars and enjoy the company of fellow TC aficionados.

Entertainment will include:

• Bring a picnic dinner and dine in the garden with your fellow enthusiasts (dessert and drinks will be served by the hosts)
• Tour the garage and collection of cars
• Win mystery prizes in our mystery contests (TCs only!)
• Rumor has it the newly completed Buckeridge TC may be on display

Those driving TCs or other interesting classics will get VIP parking in the gravel area by the entrance.

PLEASE RSVP so we are sure to have enough seating for everyone.  Invitations have been sent to all members signed up for local mailings, and an email invitation was sent to the group.  If you did not receive this information, contact Steve Simmons.

April Recap: 22 members and guests driving 8 TCs took part in the 2023 Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour in April. TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, Simmons, Zucca, Mathison, Ellis and Hughes (display only, not driven). Thanks to Michael & Wanda Hughes for opening up their garage and yard for a picnic lunch and garage tour!

Monthly DIY Tours

In honor of our Summer picnic this month moving from Pasadena, home of JPL, to Thousand Oaks, home of… well… oaks, your task is to photograph your TC with one of the following:

1. Something aerospace, aeronautical, etc.
2. The most grandiose, large or otherwise impressive tree (or tree-like object) you can find.

Send your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by June 21st, and be sure to drive at least 5 miles during your journey to receive a point toward the Sargent Award!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The July Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Annual Summer Picnic in New Location

The TCMG Annual Summer Picnic, held at the Henkels home for 23 years, is moving this year to the Simmons residence. Details can be found on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters.

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is scheduled to begin this month. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our June Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday the 27th at 6:00 PM. Stay tuned for further details.

May recap: 24 Members attended our May meeting on Zoom.  Four TCs were driven 10 or more miles in a simulated journey to the meeting by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and S. Simmons.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

The annual Summer Picnic will take place on Saturday, June 24 at the Simmons Residence. Bring a picnic lunch or dinner and dine in the garden, tour the collection of vintage cars and enjoy the company of fellow TC aficionados.

Entertainment will include:

• Bring a picnic dinner and dine in the garden with your fellow enthusiasts (dessert and drinks will be served by the hosts)
• Tour the garage and collection of cars
• Win mystery prizes in our mystery contests (TCs only!)
• Rumor has it the newly completed Buckeridge TC may be on display

Those driving TCs or other interesting classics will get VIP parking in the gravel area by the entrance.

PLEASE RSVP so we are sure to have enough seating for everyone.  Invitations have been sent to all members signed up for local mailings, and an email invitation was sent to the group.  If you did not receive this information, contact Steve Simmons.

April Recap: 22 members and guests driving 8 TCs took part in the 2023 Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour in April. TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, Simmons, Zucca, Mathison, Ellis and Hughes (display only, not driven). Thanks to Michael & Wanda Hughes for opening up their garage and yard for a picnic lunch and garage tour!

Monthly DIY Tours

In honor of our Summer picnic this month moving from Pasadena, home of JPL, to Thousand Oaks, home of… well… oaks, your task is to photograph your TC with one of the following:

1. Something aerospace, aeronautical, etc.
2. The most grandiose, large or otherwise impressive tree (or tree-like object) you can find.

Send your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by June 21st, and be sure to drive at least 5 miles during your journey to receive a point toward the Sargent Award!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The June Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Annual Summer Picnic in New Location

The TCMG Annual Summer Picnic and General Meeting, held at the Henkels home for 23 years, is moving this year to the Simmons residence. Details can be found on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters.

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is scheduled to begin this month. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on May 23 on Zoom.  For the evening’s program, Cliff Lemieux will give a talk about his hobby of genealogical research and what it takes to get involved. Afterward, members are encouraged to talk about the genealogical history of their TC so come prepared with your car’s story!

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

April recap: 20 members and guests attended our February meeting on Zoom. Four TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and Steve Simmons.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Want to put on an event in your area? Contact the TCMG Events Chair!

Our next event will be announced shortly. Photo at left is from the April event.

April Recap: 22 members and guests driving 8 TCs took part in the 2023 Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour in April. TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, Simmons, Zucca, Mathison, Ellis and Hughes (display only, not driven). Thanks to Michael & Wanda Hughes for opening up their garage and yard for a picnic lunch and garage tour!

Monthly DIY Tours

Our next DIY Tour will be announced soon.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The June Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Annual Summer Picnic in New Location

The TCMG Annual Summer Picnic and General Meeting, held at the Henkels home for 23 years, is moving this year to the Simmons residence. Details can be found on the Calendar Page as well as in upcoming newsletters.

History Project Underway

Boxes of historical documents and artifacts dating back to the 1950’s and not seen in many years have recently been unearthed from the archives. A project to sort and preserves these items is scheduled to begin this month. Look to future newsletters for interesting discoveries as the project develops.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on May 23 on Zoom.  For the evening’s program, Cliff Lemieux will give a talk about his hobby of genealogical research and what it takes to get involved.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

April recap: 20 members and guests attended our February meeting on Zoom. Four TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and Steve Simmons.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Want to put on an event in your area? Contact the TCMG Events Chair!

Our next event will be announced shortly. Photo at left is from the April event.

April Recap: 22 members and guests driving 8 TCs took part in the 2023 Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour in April. TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, Simmons, Zucca, Mathison, Ellis and Hughes (display only, not driven). Thanks to Michael & Wanda Hughes for opening up their garage and yard for a picnic lunch and garage tour!

Monthly DIY Tours

Our next DIY Tour will be announced soon.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The May Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Mark Woodward of Woodway, Texas
• Beverly McDaniel-Peever of Laguna Hills, California
• Daniel Tiedge of Naples, Florida
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

May 12: Added new page for Mark Woodward.

May 11: Added new page for Beverly McDaniel-Peever.

May 8: Added new page for Daniel Tiedge.

May 1: Updated the Meeting Info page.

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on April 25 on Zoom.  The evening’s program will be a collection of photos and stories from our members called “Things I wish the previous owner hadn’t done”.  If you have a stories to share, send them to Mike Simmons.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

March recap: 23 members attended our February meeting on Zoom. Four TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and Steve Simmons. Thanks to Charley Williams for his presentation on his documentary about the Shasta Ski area.  You can now view the video here.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next event will be announced shortly.

April Recap: 22 members and guests driving 8 TCs took part in the 2023 Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour in April. TCs were driven by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe, Simmons, Zucca, Mathison, Ellis and Hughes (display only, not driven). Thanks to Michael & Wanda Hughes for opening up their garage and yard for a picnic lunch and garage tour!

Monthly DIY Tours

The April DIY Tour has started!  Choose one, or both of the following themes:

April Fools: Make up a tall tale, and get a photograph (that includes your TC) to back up the story.  Like that fallen tree which was of course cut down by George Washington’s axe.

Easter Bunny: Photograph your TC with something to do with Easter, Rabbits or Eggs.

There will be no mileage requirement for this month’s challenge!  Send your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by April 22nd to receive a Sargent award point and to have your photos included in the March 25th Zoom meeting.

Have fun!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The May Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California
• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia

 

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on April 25 on Zoom.  The evening’s program will be a collection of photos and stories from our members called “Things I wish the previous owner hadn’t done”.  If you have a stories to share, send them to Mike Simmons.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

March recap: 23 members attended our February meeting on Zoom. Four TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by Edgar, Lemieux, Loe and Steve Simmons. Thanks to Charley Williams for his presentation on his documentary about the Shasta Ski area.  You can now view the video here.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

The Wildflower Tour returns for 2023!  Recent storms have brought wildflowers back to California in abundance.  Many types of wildflowers including poppies are blooming in the mountains and deserts north of Los Angeles.  On Saturday, April 15, our adventure will take us on a 1-hour drive along scenic roads to the California Poppy Reserves in Lancaster.

After touring the sprawling fields of flowers, we will visit the nearby home of Michael and Wanda Hughes to see their TC restoration in progress.  Following the garage tour will be a picnic at the Hughes home.

February Recap: 17 members and guests driving 8 TCs (and one MGA) took part in our Lame Duk Kup event. Congratulations to the Edgar team for winning the Duck this year!

Monthly DIY Tours

The April DIY Tour has started!  Choose one, or both of the following themes:

April Fools: Make up a tall tale, and get a photograph (that includes your TC) to back up the story.  Like that fallen tree which was of course cut down by George Washington’s axe.

Easter Bunny: Photograph your TC with something to do with Easter, Rabbits or Eggs.

There will be no mileage requirement for this month’s challenge!  Send your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by April 22nd to receive a Sargent award point and to have your photos included in the March 25th Zoom meeting.

Have fun!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The April Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California
• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia

 

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on March 28 on Zoom.  The evening’s program will be a documentary film by TCMG member Charley Williams on the construction of a ski lift in Northern California. Anyone interested in nuts and bolts should find the process fascinating!

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

February recap: 25 members and one guest attended our February meeting on Zoom. Three TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by Edgar, Lemieux and Loe. Thanks to Pete and Fran Thelander for the presentation detailing their adventure returning a 1934 MG NE to the Ards TT in Ireland after 69 years!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Note: This event is tentatively set for Mid-April.  The precise date will be set once bloom predictions become more clear.

The wildflower tour returns for 2023! With the passing of our long time tour leader, this event is now the Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour.  We will visit some of Joe’s favorite spots in what is predicted to be a spectacular show of wildflowers in the Antelope Valley.

Following the tour as usual will be a picnic lunch at a nearby park. Stay tuned for further details.

February Recap: 17 members and guests driving 8 TCs (and one MGA) took part in our Lame Duk Kup event. Congratulations to the Edgar team for winning the Duck this year!

Monthly DIY Tours

The earliest known M.G. advertisement was reportedly seen on March 2, 1923 – exactly 100 years ago this month. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the M.G. brand, our “Do It Yourself Tour” for the month of March will involve driving your TC on a journey to find or achieve something relating to 100. Take a photo with your TC showing what you found. Examples:

• An object approximately 100 years old
• The number 100 displayed somewhere
• 100 of something (count carefully!)
• A 100 mile drive (let’s see that trip meter say 100!)
• Driving your TC 100 MPH (good luck with that)

To receive a point toward the 2023 Sargent Award, you must drive at least 10 miles during your journey to capture a photo. Submit your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by March 25th.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The April Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California
• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia
• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona

 

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on March 28 on Zoom.  The evening’s program will be a documentary film by TCMG member Charley Williams on the construction of a ski lift in Northern California. Anyone interested in nuts and bolts should find the process fascinating!

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

February recap: 25 members and one guest attended our February meeting on Zoom. Three TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by Edgar, Lemieux and Loe. Thanks to Pete and Fran Thelander for the presentation detailing their adventure returning a 1934 MG NE to the Ards TT in Ireland after 69 years!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Note: This event is tentatively set for April 2nd, but may change as bloom predictions become more clear.

The wildflower tour returns for 2023! With the passing of our long time tour leader, this event is now the Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour.  We will visit some of Joe’s favorite spots in what is predicted to be a spectacular show of wildflowers in the Antelope Valley.

Following the tour as usual will be a picnic lunch at a nearby park. Stay tuned for further details.

February Recap: 17 members and guests driving 8 TCs (and one MGA) took part in our Lame Duk Kup event. Congratulations to the Edgar team for winning the Duck this year!

Monthly DIY Tours

The earliest known M.G. advertisement was reportedly seen on March 2, 1923 – exactly 100 years ago this month. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the M.G. brand, our “Do It Yourself Tour” for the month of March will involve driving your TC on a journey to find or achieve something relating to 100. Take a photo with your TC showing what you found. Examples:

• An object approximately 100 years old
• The number 100 displayed somewhere
• 100 of something (count carefully!)
• A 100 mile drive (let’s see that trip meter say 100!)
• Driving your TC 100 MPH (good luck with that)

To receive a point toward the 2023 Sargent Award, you must drive at least 10 miles during your journey to capture a photo. Submit your photo(s) to Joyce Edgar by March 25th.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The March Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia
• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Jon & Diana Acosta of Menlo Park, California

 

March 11: Added new page for Jon & Diana Acosta.

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

 

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

2023 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Rob Zucca, Mike Simmons, Richard Loe, Joyce Edgar, Allan Chalmers, Pete Thelander and Steve Simmons.  Some additional club chairs are currently operating as they did throughout 2021, and may change in January.  Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

Executive Council President – Rob Zucca Vice President – Mike Simmons Secretary – Richard Loe Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – Allan Chalmers Director – Pete Thelander Ex Officio –Steve Simmons

Club Chairs (subject to change) Events – Steve Simmons Programs – Curt Sorensen Editor – David Edgar Regalia – Linda Simmons Asst. Regalia – Steve Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen Historian – (In Transition) Webmaster – Steve Simmons

2022 Award Winners

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2022:

• Frank Mason Award – Steve Simmons
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Kregg Hunsberger
• Breakdown Award – Cliff Lemieux

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on February 28 on Zoom.  The evening’s program will be a presentation by Pete Thelander on his trip to the Befast TT with his 1934 MG NE.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

January recap: 20 members attended our January meeting on Zoom. Seven TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by S. Simmons, Hunsberger, Edgar, Loe, Lemieux, M. Simmons and Zucca.  Thanks to Rob Zucca for a fascinating presentation on building a life-sized Sherman Tank model!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Note: This event is tentatively set for March 26th, but may change as bloom predictions become more clear.

The wildflower tour returns for 2023! With the passing of our long time tour leader, this event is now the Joe Douglass Memorial Wildflower Tour.  We will visit some of Joe’s favorite spots in what is predicted to be a spectacular show of wildflowers in the Antelope Valley.

Following the tour as usual will be a picnic lunch at a nearby park. Stay tuned for further details.

February Recap: 17 members and guests driving 8 TCs (and one MGA) took part in our Lame Duk Kup event. Congratulations to the Edgar team for winning the Duck this year!

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

The DIY Winter Tour ended on January 15th.  The next DIY tour will begin in March.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The March Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia
• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California

 

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

 

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

2023 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Rob Zucca, Mike Simmons, Richard Loe, Joyce Edgar, Allan Chalmers, Pete Thelander and Steve Simmons.  Some additional club chairs are currently operating as they did throughout 2021, and may change in January.  Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

Executive Council President – Rob Zucca Vice President – Mike Simmons Secretary – Richard Loe Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – Allan Chalmers Director – Pete Thelander Ex Officio –Steve Simmons

Club Chairs (subject to change) Events – Steve Simmons Programs – Curt Sorensen Editor – David Edgar Regalia – Linda Simmons Asst. Regalia – Steve Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen Historian – (In Transition) Webmaster – Steve Simmons

2022 Award Winners

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2022:

• Frank Mason Award – Steve Simmons
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Kregg Hunsberger
• Breakdown Award – Cliff Lemieux

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on February 28 on Zoom.  The evening’s program will be a presentation by Pete Thelander on his trip to the Befast TT with his 1934 MG NE.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

January recap: 20 members attended our January meeting on Zoom. Seven TCs were driven a simulated journey of at least ten miles by S. Simmons, Hunsberger, Edgar, Loe, Lemieux, M. Simmons and Zucca.  Thanks to Rob Zucca for a fascinating presentation on building a life-sized Sherman Tank model!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

NOTE DATE CHANGE! Rescheduled due to forecasted rain, our next event will be the Lame Duk Kup on Saturday, February 11th.

Join us for the 2023 Lame Duk Kup!  Our day will start out with a scenic tour through the twisty canyons of the Santa Monica Mountains.  Our destination is the upper reaches of Malibu Canyon where the real challenges begin, including a TC mini-funkhana that will test both driver and navigator.  Those driving boring cars (non-TCs) may also compete.

The day will conclude with a picnic and awarding of the coveted (and historic) brass duck which the winner keeps for one year.

Bring a picnic lunch!  Also bring folding chairs, as seating at the picnic location is limited. Parking at our destination is free for anyone driving a TC.  For those driving boring cars, there is a $7 fee (park fee / honor system).  Flyers are in the mail with event details, and info has also been sent to the club email list.

November Recap: Several members and 2 TCs visited the VMG All-MG Parts Exchange in November.TCs were driven by Lemieux and Hunsberger.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

The DIY Winter Tour ended on January 15th.  Be at our next meeting to see all the submissions!  The next DIY tour will be announced soon.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The January / February Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia
• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California

 

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

 

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

2023 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Rob Zucca, Mike Simmons, Richard Loe, Joyce Edgar, Allan Chalmers, Pete Thelander and Steve Simmons.  Some additional club chairs are currently operating as they did throughout 2021, and may change in January.  Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

Executive Council President – Rob Zucca Vice President – Mike Simmons Secretary – Richard Loe Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – Allan Chalmers Director – Pete Thelander Ex Officio –Steve Simmons

Club Chairs (subject to change) Events – Steve Simmons Programs – Curt Sorensen Editor – David Edgar Regalia – Linda Simmons Asst. Regalia – Steve Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen Historian – (In Transition) Webmaster – Steve Simmons

2022 Award Winners

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2022:

• Frank Mason Award – Steve Simmons
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Kregg Hunsberger
• Breakdown Award – Cliff Lemieux

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on January 24 on Zoom.  Our presenter for the evening will be TCMG member Rob Zucca, who designs and builds exhibits for a presidential library.  Rob will be discussing his efforts to build a WWII Sherman tank from scratch, using materials you can buy at the hardware store.  Sound incredible?  It is!  Join us to see for yourself.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

December recap: 42 members and guests attended our Annual Meeting and Holiday Party at the Simmons home / shop (with three on Zoom). Four TCs were present, driven by Simmons, Hunsberger, Zucca and Lemieux.  Thanks to the Simmons team for hosting this year’s party!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

NOTE DATE CHANGE! Rescheduled due to forecasted rain, our next event will be the Lame Duk Kup on Saturday, February 11th.  Stay tuned for details!

November Recap: Several members and 2 TCs visited the VMG All-MG Parts Exchange in November.TCs were driven by Lemieux and Hunsberger.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

The DIY Winter Tour ended on the 15th.  Be at our next meeting to see all the submissions!  The next DIY tour will be announced soon.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The January / February Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Bob & Leigh Ann Weber of Valdosta, Georgia
• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California

 

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

January 5: Added new page for Bob & Leigh Ann Weber.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses two members

Ed Pohle: Allan Chalmers has just informed us that Ed Pohle recently passed. He and Karen (who passed in 2019) were members for over 22 years and members of ARR for much longer. They lived in Squaw Valley for a number of years and then moved to Auburn just a few years ago. His TC was one of the best – he won first in class twice at Pebble Beach in 1966 and 1967. Ed and Karen will both be missed.

 

Mark Acosta: The Acostas are recent members but have made a big impression on our group. Mark’s outgoing and friendly attitude along with his enthusiasm for old cars made him a perfect fit within our band of TC lovers. His passing was sudden and too soon, but we are grateful to have known him for the time he was with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the rest of Mark’s family. Services will be held on March 25th in Fresno, CA.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

David McCanne Passes

We have just learned that TCMG member David McCanne passed on September 30.  A private service was held in October.  He and Lucy joined the group in 1993 and were active members until recently, still driving the TC that David bought in 1959.

The McCannes and their TC were regularly seen at TCMG activities including meetings, driving events and our annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders, as well as various GoF West events.  He also had a love of trains, which he shared with us in the form of his amazing models at a meeting years ago.  Our thoughts are with Lucy and the rest of their family.

2023 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Rob Zucca, Mike Simmons, Richard Loe, Joyce Edgar, Allan Chalmers, Pete Thelander and Steve Simmons.  Some additional club chairs are currently operating as they did throughout 2021, and may change in January.  Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

Executive Council President – Rob Zucca Vice President – Mike Simmons Secretary – Richard Loe Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – Allan Chalmers Director – Pete Thelander Ex Officio –Steve Simmons

Club Chairs (subject to change) Events – Steve Simmons Programs – Curt Sorensen Editor – David Edgar Regalia – Linda Simmons Asst. Regalia – Steve Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen Historian – (In Transition) Webmaster – Steve Simmons

2022 Award Winners

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2022:

• Frank Mason Award – Steve Simmons
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Kregg Hunsberger
• Breakdown Award – Cliff Lemieux

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on January 24 on Zoom.  Our presenter for the evening will be TCMG member Rob Zucca, who designs and builds exhibits for a presidential library.  Rob will be discussing his efforts to build a WWII Sherman tank from scratch, using materials you can buy at the hardware store.  Sound incredible?  It is!  Join us to see for yourself.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

December recap: 42 members and guests attended our Annual Meeting and Holiday Party at the Simmons home / shop (with three on Zoom). Four TCs were present, driven by Simmons, Hunsberger, Zucca and Lemieux.  Thanks to the Simmons team for hosting this year’s party!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our next event will be the Lame Duk Kup on Saturday, February 4th.  Stay tuned for details!

October Recap: 28 members (TCMG & ARR) with 10 TCs, 1 TA and a smattering of other classics including a PA took part in the 66th annual TCMG / ARR Conclave.  Further details will be posted soon.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

The DIY Winter Tour is on! Your task is to photograph your TC (with or without you in it) in a Holiday or Winter setting. Photos should include something related to Winter, or the Winter Holidays (Xmas, New Year’s, etc.) Get creative, and have fun!

Submit your photos to Joyce Edgar by January 15th to be included in the slide show at our next Zoom meeting. To receive one point toward the 2023 Sargent Award, be sure to drive your TC at least five miles during your photo shoot.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The December Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jim Yergin of Winchester, Virginia
• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California

 

January 13: Added new page for the 2022 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

January 12: Added new page for Jim Yergin.

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

David McCanne Passes

We have just learned that TCMG member David McCanne passed on September 30.  A private service was held in October.  He and Lucy joined the group in 1993 and were active members until recently, still driving the TC that David bought in 1959.

The McCannes and their TC were regularly seen at TCMG activities including meetings, driving events and our annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders, as well as various GoF West events.  He also had a love of trains, which he shared with us in the form of his amazing models at a meeting years ago.  Our thoughts are with Lucy and the rest of their family.

2023 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Rob Zucca, Mike Simmons, Richard Loe, Joyce Edgar, Allan Chalmers, Pete Thelander and Steve Simmons.  Some additional club chairs are currently operating as they did throughout 2021, and may change in January.  Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

Executive Council President – Rob Zucca Vice President – Mike Simmons Secretary – Richard Loe Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – Allan Chalmers Director – Pete Thelander Ex Officio –Steve Simmons

Club Chairs (subject to change) Events – Steve Simmons Programs – Curt Sorensen Editor – David Edgar Regalia – Linda Simmons Asst. Regalia – Steve Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen Historian – (In Transition) Webmaster – Steve Simmons

2022 Award Winners

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2022:

• Frank Mason Award – Steve Simmons
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Kregg Hunsberger
• Breakdown Award – Cliff Lemieux

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page or contact our Membership Chair, Joyce Edgar.

 

Our next monthly meeting will be held on January 24 on Zoom.  Details on our scheduled entertainment will be announced when they become available.

The meeting starts at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

December recap: 42 members and guests attended our Annual Meeting and Holiday Party at the Simmons home / shop (with three on Zoom). Four TCs were present, driven by Simmons, Hunsberger, Zucca and Lemieux.  Thanks to the Simmons team for hosting this year’s party!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our driving events have concluded for the season.  Our next event will be the Lame Duk Kup in early February.  Stay tuned for details!

October Recap: 28 members (TCMG & ARR) with 10 TCs, 1 TA and a smattering of other classics including a PA took part in the 66th annual TCMG / ARR Conclave.  Further details will be posted soon.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

The DIY Winter Tour is on! Your task is to photograph your TC (with or without you in it) in a Holiday or Winter setting. Photos should include something related to Winter, or the Winter Holidays (Xmas, New Year’s, etc.) Get creative, and have fun!

Submit your photos to Joyce Edgar by January 15th to be included in the slide show at our next Zoom meeting. To receive one point toward the 2023 Sargent Award, be sure to drive your TC at least five miles during your photo shoot.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The December Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Jim & Rachel Bickley of Pacific Palisades, California
• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California

 

December 9: Added new page for Jim & Rachel Bickley.

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

January 15: New page added for the 1958 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TC Motoring Guild loses its earliest member, Joe Douglass

It’s with a heavy heart that we bring you the news of Joe Douglass’ passing at the age of 103. Most of us knew Joe personally, or at least heard about him from others. He purchased his 1949 MG TC brand new from the showroom floor and it still sits in his garage, complete with its original albeit weathered Clipper Blue paint. Joe came to our group in 1959 and was a tremendous personality within TC Motoring Guild, having served as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Director, plus Membership and Events Chairs. He led countless tours, most famously our annual wildflower tour in Antelope Valley. He loved TCs and freely shared his wisdom on their mechanical peculiarities with anyone who would listen.

Joe loved his vintage motorcycles as well, and in addition to the TC he also drove an MGB GT and a VW bug. His charm and wit were things of legend, and his kindness was infectious. He loved the outdoors, which is something that seems to go hand in hand with the MG TC. The world needs more Joe Douglass’, and we will miss him dearly.

David McCanne Passes

We have just learned that TCMG member David McCanne passed on September 30.  A private service was held in October.  He and Lucy joined the group in 1993 and were active members until recently, still driving the TC that David bought in 1959.

The McCannes and their TC were regularly seen at TCMG activities including meetings, driving events and our annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders, as well as various GoF West events.  He also had a love of trains, which he shared with us in the form of his amazing models at a meeting years ago.  Our thoughts are with Lucy and the rest of their family.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you’re attending the holiday party, you can send your dues and meal payments together.  Meal payments must be made by November 20, and dues are due by the holiday party on December 4th.  If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page.

 

The 2022 TCMG Holiday Party will take place on Sunday, December 4. This year’s party will be a BBQ-style luncheon held at the home of Steve & Linda Simmons. Join us and enjoy the following entertainment and activities:

• Awards ceremonies for our three prestigious trophies:
  • Earl Sargent Memorial “Use it or lose it” Trophy
  • Frank Mason Award
  • Breakdown Award
• Announcement of the 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council.
• Our annual tradition, auctioning of “The Brick”. This is a piece of the original Abingdon factory where our TCs were built. The wining bid takes the brick home for one year.
• Raffle where you can win fabulous prizes! Advance tickets sales available for Zoom attendees. In-person attendees may purchase in advance or at the party.  Those who drive a TC to the meeting will get one free raffle ticket with their ticket purchase.
• Touring the Simmons’ collection of vintage cars.
• 50/50 drawing where you can win a pile of money! Bring cash to purchase 50/50 tickets.
• Special screening of a fully restored, high definition film showing the very first TCMG / ARR Conclave from 1957.
• Fundraiser and Toy Drive to benefit Foster Children’s Resource Center.  The center provides emergency clothing and necessities to foster children referred by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). It gives each child new school clothing, a jacket, pajamas, socks, underwear, personal care items, a backpack, school supplies, a book, and a toy. Each child is given personal attention and treated with dignity and respect, helping them to feel special.  Bring a new, unwrapped toy or contact Joyce Edgar to make a cash donation. Toys needed most this year are for ages 4-8.

Parts of this meeting will be simulcast on Zoom.

November recap: 15 members and one guest attended our November meeting on Zoom. 6 TCs made a simulated journey to the meeting by driving 10 miles or more.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Hunsberger, Lemieux, S Simmons, M Simmons and Taylor.  Thanks to Curt Sorensen for his presentation on LED D-Lamp conversions.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

Our driving events have concluded for the season.  Our next event will be the Lame Duk Kup in early February.  Stay tuned for details!

October Recap: 28 members (TCMG & ARR) with 10 TCs, 1 TA and a smattering of other classics including a PA took part in the 66th annual TCMG / ARR Conclave.  Further details will be posted soon.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

The DIY Winter Tour is on! Your task is to photograph your TC (with or without you in it) in a Holiday or Winter setting. Photos should include something related to Winter, or the Winter Holidays (Xmas, New Year’s, etc.) Get creative, and have fun!

Submit your photos to Joyce Edgar by January 15th to be included in the slide show at our next Zoom meeting. To receive one point toward the 2023 Sargent Award, be sure to drive your TC at least five miles during your photo shoot.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The December Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Tom Howes of Scottsdale, Arizona
• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California

 

December 5: Added new page for Tom Howes.

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

January 15: New page added for the 1958 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

David McCanne Passes

We have just learned that TCMG member David McCanne passed on September 30.  A private service was held in October.  He and Lucy joined the group in 1993 and were active members until recently, still driving the TC that David bought in 1959.

The McCannes and their TC were regularly seen at TCMG activities including meetings, driving events and our annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders, as well as various GoF West events.  He also had a love of trains, which he shared with us in the form of his amazing models at a meeting years ago.  Our thoughts are with Lucy and the rest of their family.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you’re attending the holiday party, you can send your dues and meal payments together.  Meal payments must be made by November 20, and dues are due by the holiday party on December 4th.  If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page.

 

The 2022 TCMG Holiday Party will take place on Sunday, December 4. This year’s party will be a BBQ-style luncheon held at the home of Steve & Linda Simmons. Join us and enjoy the following entertainment and activities:

• Awards ceremonies for our three prestigious trophies:
  • Earl Sargent Memorial “Use it or lose it” Trophy
  • Frank Mason Award
  • Breakdown Award
• Announcement of the 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council.
• Our annual tradition, auctioning of “The Brick”. This is a piece of the original Abingdon factory where our TCs were built. The wining bid takes the brick home for one year.
• Raffle where you can win fabulous prizes! Advance tickets sales available for Zoom attendees. In-person attendees may purchase in advance or at the party.  Those who drive a TC to the meeting will get one free raffle ticket with their ticket purchase.
• Touring the Simmons’ collection of vintage cars.
• 50/50 drawing where you can win a pile of money! Bring cash to purchase 50/50 tickets.
• Special screening of a fully restored, high definition film showing the very first TCMG / ARR Conclave from 1957.
• Fundraiser and Toy Drive to benefit Foster Children’s Resource Center.  The center provides emergency clothing and necessities to foster children referred by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). It gives each child new school clothing, a jacket, pajamas, socks, underwear, personal care items, a backpack, school supplies, a book, and a toy. Each child is given personal attention and treated with dignity and respect, helping them to feel special.  Bring a new, unwrapped toy or contact Joyce Edgar to make a cash donation. Toys needed most this year are for ages 4-8.

Parts of this meeting will be simulcast on Zoom.

November recap: 15 members and one guest attended our November meeting on Zoom. 6 TCs made a simulated journey to the meeting by driving 10 miles or more.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Hunsberger, Lemieux, S Simmons, M Simmons and Taylor.  Thanks to Curt Sorensen for his presentation on LED D-Lamp conversions.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

The 49th Annual VMG Parts Exchange will be held on Sunday, November 20 at 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park, CA 90622.  The event runs from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. General Admission is $5.00.  Vendor parking $30 plus $10 for each additional space.  TCMG members in attendance please meet at 10:00 AM near the entrance to take a group photo with your best swap meet find!

Note this swap meet is not a TCMG event.  For more info on the swap meet, click here.

October Recap: 28 members (TCMG & ARR) with 10 TCs, 1 TA and a smattering of other classics including a PA took part in the 66th annual TCMG / ARR Conclave.  Further details will be posted soon.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

Our last DIY tour for the year will start in early December, after the Holiday Party.  Stay tuned…

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The December Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California
• Robert & Susan Doudrick of Weaverville, North Carolina

 

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

January 15: New page added for the 1958 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

December 8: Added new page for 2021 Sargent Award Results.

December 7: Updated pages for Mason Award, Iron Bottom Award and Breakdown Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Holiday Party Announced!

The 2022 TCMG Holiday Party will take place on Sunday, December 4. This year’s party will be a BBQ-style luncheon held at the home of Steve & Linda Simmons. Join us and enjoy the following entertainment and activities:

• Awards ceremonies for our three prestigious trophies:
  • Earl Sargent Memorial “Use it or lose it” Trophy
  • Frank Mason Award
  • Breakdown Award
• Announcement of the 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council.
• Auctioning of “The Brick”
• Raffle where you can win fabulous prizes! Advance tickets sales available for Zoom attendees. In-person attendees may purchase in advance or at the party.  Those who drive a TC to the meeting will get one free raffle ticket with their ticket purchase.
• Touring the Simmons’ collection of vintage cars.
• 50/50 drawing where you can win a pile of money! Bring cash to purchase 50/50 tickets.
• Special screening of a fully restored, high definition film showing the very first TCMG / ARR Conclave from 1957.

Parts of this meeting will be simulcast on Zoom.  Stay tuned for further details.

David McCanne Passes

We have just learned that TCMG member David McCanne passed on September 30.  A private service was held in October.  He and Lucy joined the group in 1993 and were active members until recently, still driving the TC that David bought in 1959.

The McCannes and their TC were regularly seen at TCMG activities including meetings, driving events and our annual Conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders, as well as various GoF West events.  He also had a love of trains, which he shared with us in the form of his amazing models at a meeting years ago.  Our thoughts are with Lucy and the rest of their family.

Dues Are Due

Remember to send in your 2023 membership dues! If you’re attending the holiday party, you can send your dues and meal payments together.  Meal payments must be made by November 20, and dues are due by the holiday party on December 4th.  If you need instructions, see the Membership Renewal page.

 

NOTE MEETING DATE! Our meeting for November will take place one week earlier than normal due to the Thanksgiving holiday. This meeting will be held on Zoom, starting at 6:00 PM (Pacific). Members may join 15 minutes early.

The topic of our program is “LED Tail Lamp Conversion” and will be presented by TCMG member Curt Sorensen.  Curt will discuss the parts and modifications necessary to perform this modification.

Note that anyone making a simulated journey to the meeting in a TC by driving a minimum of 10 miles on the day of the meeting will receive a point toward the Sargent Award.

October recap: 22 members attended our October meeting on Zoom. 7 TCs made a simulated journey to the meeting by driving 10 miles or more.  TCs were driven by Edgar, Hunsberger, Lemieux, Loe, Linda Simmons, Mike Simmons and Taylor.  Thanks to Joyce Edgar for the great TCMG trivia game, and congratulations to our winners, Richard & Sandra Loe and Steve & Linda Simmons, who tied for first place!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

The 49th Annual VMG Parts Exchange will be held on Sunday, November 20 at 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park, CA 90622.  The event runs from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. General Admission is $5.00.  Vendor parking $30 plus $10 for each additional space.  TCMG members in attendance please meet at 10:00 AM near the entrance to take a group photo with your best swap meet find!

Note this swap meet is not a TCMG event.  For more info on the swap meet, click here.

October Recap: 28 members (TCMG & ARR) with 10 TCs, 1 TA and a smattering of other classics including a PA took part in the 66th annual TCMG / ARR Conclave.  Further details will be posted soon.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

Our next DIY tour will start in early November.  Stay tuned…

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The December Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California
• Robert & Susan Doudrick of Weaverville, North Carolina

 

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

January 15: New page added for the 1958 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

December 8: Added new page for 2021 Sargent Award Results.

December 7: Updated pages for Mason Award, Iron Bottom Award and Breakdown Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Holiday Party Announced!

The 2022 TCMG Holiday Party will take place on Sunday, December 4. This year’s party will be a BBQ-style luncheon held at the home of Steve & Linda Simmons. Join us and enjoy the following entertainment and activities:

• Awards ceremonies for our three prestigious trophies:
  • Earl Sargent Memorial “Use it or lose it” Trophy
  • Frank Mason Award
  • Breakdown Award
• Announcement of the 2023 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council.
• Auctioning of “The Brick”
• Raffle where you can win fabulous prizes! Advance tickets sales available for Zoom attendees. In-person attendees may purchase in advance or at the party.  Those who drive a TC to the meeting will get one free raffle ticket with their ticket purchase.
• Touring the Simmons’ collection of vintage cars.
• Special screening of a fully restored, high definition film showing the very first TCMG / ARR Conclave from 1957.

Parts of this meeting will be simulcast on Zoom.  Stay tuned for further details.

One of TCMG’s Earliest Members, Ron Simon, Has Passed

With great sadness, we learned this morning that Ron Simon has passed. Ron was one of our earliest members, having first joined TC Motoring Guild in 1956. He served several times as president including at our first Conclave in 1957, and was a member of the TCMG Executive Council for 25 consecutive years.  As a die-hard TC enthusiast his technical knowledge benefited TC owners across the globe, and his stories of racing his TC in the 50’s and 60’s were always enjoyable. A video of Ron at the 60th annual Conclave can be seen by clicking here. Watch for more stories and photos of Ron and his cars in upcoming newsletters.

21 members were present at Ron’s service with three TCs, including the TC that Ron restored and drove for decades with Bobbie at his side.  The cars were placed on display with Ron’s positioned prominently up front at the outdoor service, allowing him to pass by it one last time.

 

Come prepared for a Halloween Themed TCMG TRIVIA quiz. Study the website, especially newer members. This can be fun; it can be spooky; it can be weird. But mostly it will be FUN and you may learn some things about your club and club members. This meeting will also include nominations for 2023 TCMG Executive Council.

September recap: 31 members plus one guest attended our September meeting (26 in person and 6 via Zoom).  Six TCs were present at the in-person meeting driven by S Simmons, M Simmons, Hunsberger, Sorensen, Zucca and Lemieux. Three additional TCs made a simulated drive of 10 miles or more, driven by Edgar, and Zoom attendees Prowell and Taylor. Thanks to Steve & Linda Simmons for hosting this meeting at their home, and Mike Simmons for his interesting talk on the history of TC 6110.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

Monthly Events

The 49th Annual VMG Parts Exchange will be held on Sunday, November 20 at 8530 Stanton Ave., Buena Park, CA 90622.  The event runs from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. General Admission is $5.00.  Vendor parking $30 plus $10 for each additional space.  TCMG members in attendance please meet at 10:00 AM near the entrance to take a group photo with your best swap meet find!

Note this swap meet is not a TCMG event.  For more info on the swap meet, click here.

October Recap: 28 members (TCMG & ARR) with 10 TCs, 1 TA and a smattering of other classics including a PA took part in the 66th annual TCMG / ARR Conclave.  Further details will be posted soon.

Monthly DIY Bonus Events

Our DIY Tour for the month is themed to match the month and season. You task is to drive your TC and find something to photograph it with that goes with either “Halloween” or “Autumn”. Find something spooky or scary for Halloween (you define what scary is) or anything that epitomizes the Fall season. Drive at least five miles during your search to earn a point toward the Sargent Award. Send your photos to Joyce Edgar by October 22nd to qualify for Sargent points, and to have your photos included in the October meeting’s slide show.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

 

The November Classic Chassis is online and ready for viewing!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS ISSUE

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

 

Welcome to our newest members!

• Michael & Wanda Hughes of Lancaster, California
• Caroline & Jakob Cassini of Marina Del Rey, California
• Robert & Susan Doudrick of Weaverville, North Carolina

 

September 26: Added new page for Michael & Wanda Hughes.

July 4: Added new page for Caroline & Jakob Cassini.

July 1: Added new content on the Technical Resources page.

June 1: New page added for Robert & Susan Doudrick.

May 14: Numerous photos added to Member Pages.

May 14: Added new car info for Alan and Victoria Campbell.

April 25: Added new page for Joe McCammon & Joani Walsh.

February 14: New page added for Scott & Cristina St. Clair.

February 12: New page added for Walt & Bev Prowell.

February 7: New page added for Richard & Nancy Gehweiler.

January 15: New page added for the 1958 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

December 8: Added new page for 2021 Sargent Award Results.

December 7: Updated pages for Mason Award, Iron Bottom Award and Breakdown Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.