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The Official Magazine of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc.

Volume 54 Number 9 March 2009

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VWCV General MeetingsMelbourne Club meetings are held every fourth Tuesday of every month at 8pm at Bell’s Hotel, 157 Moray St, South Melbourne, unless advised of an alternative venue in the Club Newsletter.

WVCV Annual Membership Fees• Single One Year Full Membership $55• Single 3 Year Full Membership $150• Additional Family Membership $20 (per extra member).• Membership Joining Fee $10 (first year members only).To join the Club, please complete the membership form inside this Newsletter and forward together with cheque for payment to the Club’s postal address as quoted on the form.

VWCV membership also available on line www.vwclub.com.au

Wagensville News is a monthly Newsletter of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. Correspondence, articles and items of news are invited and should be sent to:

VWCV EditorGPO Box 1215 Melbourne VIC 3001 Email [email protected]

DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE March 27th 2009

1wagensville Deluxe March 2009

The Official Magazine of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc.

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DISCLAIMER All material in this magazine represents the opinions of the author(s) and does not carry any endorsement by the Editors of Committee unless otherwise stated. Any material advertised for sale does not carry any endorsement by the Club and the onus is on the purchaser to ensure the purchased goods meet their requirements. Each VWCV Committee Member is a volunteer, carrying out Club duties in their own leisure time. The Club has no paid officials, only enthusiasts dedicated in furthering the interests of the club and it’s members. Could members please bear this in mind when contacting Club Committee Members.

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VWCV CommitteePresident Dean Holden 0412 500 588

Vice-President Brian Reed 9481 5673 [email protected]

Secretary Michael Cronin 0419 684 181

Treasurer John Farlow 0418 357 416 [email protected]

Additional Committee Members John Stevens & Richard Graham

Public Officer John Stevens [email protected]

Motorsports Co-ordinator Michael Clark 9878 [email protected]

Social Secretary Richard Graham 0418 527 862 [email protected]

Membership Secretary Andrew Mengyel 0420 967 948 [email protected]

Technical Officer Bill Malkoutzis & Andrew Ermel

Editor Tony Albers 0408 330 894 [email protected]

Assistant Editor Andrew Ermel 03 9369 1360 [email protected]

Web Master David Holinger [email protected]

Advertising Manager Dean Holden 0412 500 588

Club Historian Chris Scane 0417 593 573 [email protected]

2 The New GolfThe New Golf’s high customer value and comfort defy class distinctions.

4 Bug-In 2009All you need to know about the Victorian 2009 Bug-In hosted by the Volkswagen Club of Victoria.

MARCHMarch 22nd 8th Volkswagen JamboreeCaribbean Gardens, Scoresby.See Ad on page 2 for details.

March 24th VWCV General MeetingBell’s Hotel at 8pm.157 Moray St, South Melbourne.

APRILApril 10th - 13th Bug-In 2009 Bendigo Victoria.See programme on page 4 or visit www.vwclub.com.au.

April 28th VWCV General MeetingBell’s Hotel at 8pm.157 Moray St, South Melbourne.CTEK Presentation. Maximise the service life of your battery and say ‘Goodbye’ to flat batteries.See editorial on page 11 for details.

MAYMay 5thAutumn 2009 Swap MeetOrganised by Veteran Car Club of Aust (Tas) Inc. Northern section.

NOTE NEW VENUE - Willis Street Council Car Park Launceston Tasmania.Start time - 9am $10 per siteFurther information contact - Ken Watts Phone 0411 404 560 After hours.

May (Last Weekend)VWCV ConcourseSee April issue for full details.

MOTORSPORT EVENTSFor information on Motorsports Events contact Michael Clark VWCV Motorsports Co ordinator on 9878 1554

Calendar of Events

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2 Presidents Report.

2 The New Golf from Volkswagen

4 Victorian Bug-In 2009

9 Portland Drags

10 Member Profile, John Stevens

11 CTEK Presentation

11 VWCV Classifieds.

12 VWCV Membership.

2 Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. 3wagensville Deluxe March 2009

President’s Report Dean Holden, VWCV President

Hi and welcome to the March Wagensville Deluxe. This bumper edition of the club magazine is doing double duty this month as a Deluxe edition and a program for the 2009 Bun In. I am sure we don’t need to remind you that we have the 2009 Bug In happening in Bendigo at Easter. So if you haven’t already done it, please get on the VW Club of Victoria web site and register for what will be a fantastic weekend of VW fun.

February was a busy month for the club, with much happening including the VW Magazine Australia VW Drags at Portland. This was an excellent couple of days of drag racing. The Chicago Shoot out with the local Portland drag racers was an eye opener with some seriously fast machines. The tappet cover races was a hoot on the Saturday night. The VW only drag day on the Sunday came down to a Victorian only final. Due to break outs, busted axles and trans axles, the fastest 8 air-cooled battle was between yours truly and the Grey Drag Oval of our very own Andrew Ermel.

Look out for the full report on the VWMA drag day else where in this Deluxe magazine.

The Kennett River camp out is coming up as I write this report, with many looking forward to a nice bit of camping, surfing and no doubt a few lemonades around the camp.

Into March and we have the Philip Island Classic on the 14th & 15th of March. We have a 10 car display area on the Shannons Walk again this year.

Then on the 22nd of March we have one of the biggest events on the Victorian VW calendar, the VW Jamboree at Caribbean Gardens. This is a fantastic show, with a people’s choice car show and swap meet.

And if you get tired if looking at VW’s (as if) you can head over the market and shop for a bargain.

VW JAMBOREE 2009 (Victoria) 22nd March. Show and Swap Meet starts from 9am.

12 midday is the cut off for the judging. Presentation is between 1.30-2pm.

Caribbean Gardens- Mel Ref 72 G10 Scoresby.

The final note from me is in relation to the terrible bush fires effecting Victoria during the past month. Many of us have been directly effected or know someone who has been effected in some way by this terrible tragedy. The VW Club of Victoria has been keen to provide some support to the Bush Fire Relief and at the February general meeting we proposed that the Volkswagen Club of Victoria make a $4,500 donation to the Red Cross Bush Fire Relief Fund. This donation equates to approximately a $10.00 per current member drawn from our current club funds. Thank you to all club members who voted unanimously to donate to this very worthy cause.

Still on Bush Fire Relief, I am also very happy to report that on Sunday the 22nd of March the Melburg Luft hosted a Bush fire Relief Show and Shine at Autocoupe in Eltham. This event was organised at very short notice to support a great cause, was very well attended, and raised in excess of $1500 from Raffles and Sausage Sizzles plus a growing tally of pledges. Congratulations to Mark, Josh & Phil who organised this event and I am sure they won’t mind me extending heart felt thanks on their behalf to all in the VW and Porsche car enthusiast’s community who very generously supported this worthy cause.

See you all at the Jamboree.

Sunday 22nd March 2009Caribbean GardensScoresby. (Mel. Ref. 72 G10)

Sorry No Dogs.

VW Cruisers with Melburg Luft proudly present the

8th VW Jamboree

Entry $2.50 Adult, $1 for kids.

Starts 9am(Car entrant cutoff 12pm)Presentation 1.30pm - 2.00pm

Swap Meet Show & Shine

Volkswagen is sending its sixth generation of Golf out into the world. The Golf is a phenomenon, regardless of its particular generation. This style icon defies all automotive and social class distinctions and has come to represent the benchmark in its segment. The Golf is the only one that always fits right, and the new one is even better fitting.

The team headed up by the Group’s chief designer, the Italian Walter de Silva, has succeeded in giving the Golf a presence, a sharpness, a power that generates even more fun. Data such as an average fuel consumption of 5.3 litres per 100 kilometres for a 103kW TDI with the manual transmission put fuel prices in their place. Upon request, the Golf can park itself nearly automatically in the city thanks to the optional “Park Assist”, and at the push of a button it can transform itself from a cruiser to a sports car when the new optional

“Adaptive Chassis Control” system is fitted.

Above all, the car exhibits a standard of quality never before attained in this price class. Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board at Volkswagen AG, sums it up: “This sixth generation of Golf cars will completely redefine the quality and comfort level of its class over broad categories, offering more customer value than ever before”.

The clear and powerful styling of the Golf being offered in the “Trendline” and “Comfortline” equipment lines is showing the entire brand the way to the future.

The Volkswagen’s acoustic properties and overall comfort tear down class distinctions. Innovative engine and transmission technologies reduce fuel consumption.

Assistance systems such as “Adaptive Chassis Control” and “Park Assist” – bring additional top technologies to the Golf class. A new ESP system, with finer response over its control range, further optimised crash properties, seven airbags including a knee airbag, the safety optimised head restraints (WOKS) that work to counteract whiplash trauma and daytime running lights provide for a maximum level of safety.

The exceptionally high value of the new Golf is reflected par excellence in its stylish design; all key body elements were redesigned:

“We have cast the Golf’s core components in a precise new mould”, explains Walter de Silva. He emphasizes this:

“The Golf is the global icon of car making. So the architecture and styling of this new model are also absolutely clear and unique.” At the same time, the sixth Golf has a sportier and more distinctive image than any previous generation of the model series. “It is more accentuated, more three-dimensional than its predecessor; with precisely defined lines and edges, and with finely proportioned flared surfaces and recesses,” said De Silva. And Klaus Bischoff, Chief Designer for the brand, adds: “Every detail is uncompromisingly aimed at improving value.”

Especially in a direct comparison of generations V and VI, it becomes evident just how much the new Golf has changed. The design team – headed up by Walter de Silva, Klaus Bischoff and the Group’s director for creative design, Flavio Manzoni

– crystallized out the Golf’s essential DNA and sent it on a trip to the future.

Style features include the clarity of the first generation’s front end and the C-pillar that was perfected in the fourth generation.

The roof section now rests on a prominently contoured shoulder section. Responsible for this is a dominant curved line that extends from the headlights back to the taillights. This side profile line – which Volkswagen Design calls the

“character line” – also gives the Golf a fuller, lower stance on the road from a lateral perspective.

All body surfaces are more relaxed, more athletic. In front, the new car adopts the radiator grille of the first Golf generation that is horizontally aligned between the headlights; the grille itself is in high-gloss black. The lines of the bumper match those

of the radiator grille. Beneath this is a section with another air scoop. Also presented over a black background are the chrome light housings of the dynamically styled headlamps.

The rear too is characterized by a predominance of horizontal lines. The taillights – now very wide – are marked among other things by an unmistakably unique night design. Overall, the new Golf – in the interplay of all of its design characteristics – gives the appearance of a significantly wider, flatter and higher end car.

The car’s exceptionally high value also applies to the newly designed interior, whose refined surfaces and features completely transform class distinctions, both to the touch and visually, especially in the cockpit area. The appearance and layout of materials – as well as details such as brushed chrome accents and round instruments and steering wheels – leave the impression that one is actually sitting in a car of the next higher segment. Ergonomic properties of the car’s interior were also developed further.

For example, all controls are even easier to use. They include controls for the automatic climate control system, the RNS 510 satellite navigation system with touch screen and the power window controls that are now located further forward in the door trim, making them easier to access.

There is a common thread here: Volkswagen’s typical attention to perfection of every detail in the car. Take the example of the optional leather seats: a new, more robust leather is being used for the first time on the Golf. Or the outside mirrors: thanks to their aerodynamically optimized shape they get significantly less dirty.

They are easier to adjust from the inside, since the power mirror adjustment control is now located higher and further forward on the door trim.

The new Golf is characterized by first-class acoustic properties. A special sound-damping film in the windshield reduces driving noises, as does the newly developed seal design on the doors and side window guides. Significantly less wind noise is generated by the outside mirrors due to their new shape. Furthermore, special modifications were made to better isolate the engine and passenger compartments from one another acoustically. Quiet rolling tyres and new engine bearings round out the noise reduction program.

Making a significant contribution to the pioneering acoustic properties of the Golf is the exceptionally quiet common rail TDI engine being implemented on the Golf for the first time. Two balancer shafts eliminate undesirable vibrations. At its Australian market launch Volkswagen will be offering a 2.0 litre TDI engine in the Diesel range; it delivers 103 kW and is fitted with a diesel particulate filter (DPF). The new TDI is exceptionally fuel efficient. The manual 103 kW diesel is satisfied with just 5.3 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres (139 g/km CO2).

Initially, two variants of the petrol engines will be offered; a turbocharged 90kW TSI and a turbo and supercharged 118kW TSI. Both petrol engines are pioneers in economy. The optimized 90 kW entry-level engine with DSG transmission consumes just 6.2 litres of premium unleaded petrol per hundred kilometres (143 g/km CO2). The turbo and supercharged engine once again makes its appearance as a prime example of efficiency, with the 118 kW manual transmission, the new Golf 1.4 TSI consumes just 6.2 litres of premium unleaded petrol per hundred kilometres (150 g/km CO2).

All petrol and diesel engines may be paired with Volkswagen’s dual clutch transmission (DSG). The two petrol engines use a new 7-speed DSG transmission while the high-torque diesel is available with a 6-speed DSG.

Pricing for the Golf remains unchanged from the previous generation which starts at $25,990 for the 1.4 TSI 90kW manual and rises to $35,690 for the 2.0-litre TDI with a six-speed DSG transmission.

The New Golf’s high customer value and comfort defy class distinctions. The New Golf design points the way to Volkswagen’s future with TDI, TSI and DSG systems to reduce fuel consumption and is the first Golf with Adaptive Chassis Control.

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Victoria 2009 The host state for the 2009 Bug-In is Victoria, and the event is hosted by the Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. and Volksclub Bendigo Inc.

Bug-In 2009 celebrates a ruby anniversary being the 40th National Bug-In, and will be staged in and around the Bendigo region of Victoria.

The event is held primarily for the benefit of all VW enthusiasts throughout Australia. The host VW Club members stage each of the events on a voluntary basis.

The events include a welcome dinner, show and shine, motorsports, presentation dinner, farewell activities and in later years an extended tour that allows members to continue the celebration of the VW by touring in convoy on the much loved Australian pastime of the “road trip”.

The 2009 extended tour plans to cross the Australian Alps so after 40 years we may repeat the experience of the inaugural Bug-In and feature snow.

The 1st Bug-In was organised by the then Volkswagen Australasia Pty Ltd in Albury, NSW, on the Australia Day Weekend, 1970.

The Bug-In consisted of a race meeting at Hume Weir race circuit, a grass motorkhana on the banks of the Murray River, a car trial and a social trip to Falls Creek snowfields in northern Victoria. This has been the one and only Bug-In, (so far) which has featured snow.

The Bug-In has been hosted by the relevant state based VW Clubs over the Easter weekend ever since, moving from State to State in an anti-clockwise direction.

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Perfectly placed and conveniently located in the centre of Victoria and only 95 minutes drive from Melbourne Airport. Bendigo is one of Australia’s major regional cities serviced by excellent road, rail and air links.


The general public is most welcome to attend the show and shine and the motor sport events, with all proceeds from admissions being donated to “Sanctuary for Kids” an initiative of Bendigo Health.

Bug-In Victoria 2009Programme of Events

FRIDAY 10th APRIL (Good Friday)

REGISTRATION and AFTERNOON TEAFoundry Hotel in the Sterling RoomCorner of High and Shamrock Streets3.30pm to 5.30pm

Organiser: Michael CroninContact Details: 0419 684181

Afternoon tea will be self serve tea and coffee, homemade cakes and biscuits and hot cross buns. Beverages other than tea and coffee at own cost.

Afternoon tea will be provided at no charge to Bug-In registered attendees.

WELCOME DINNERFoundry Hotel in the Platinum Room364-366 High St. Golden Square, VIC 3555(03) 5443-61446.00pm to 10.00pm

Organiser: Cheryl Ermel, Matt Kinsey and Kingsley MorrisonContact Details: 0408 105214

Set two course menu, garlic bread on tables, self serve tea and coffee, soft drink for children free, other beverages at own cost.

Welcome dinner cost per adult $25.00, children under 14 YO - $12.00.

SATURDAY 11th APRIL (Easter Saturday)

CAR SHOW & SHINEShow and Shine, centre of the city Bridge Street9.00am to 1.00pm

Organiser: Richard GrahamContact Details: 0418 527 862

Public viewing entry by gold coin donation.

Charity collection tins will be available at the location and all proceeds will go to support the Bendigo Hospital charity appeal.

There will be 6 trophies awarded. The decision of the Judges will be final. Only Bug-In registered vehicles will be eligible for judging and no registrations will be accepted on the day.

ALTERNATIVE AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES & EVENING PROGRAM

WINERY TOUR2pm to 5pm

Organiser: John FarlowContact Details: 0418 357416

Central Victoria Wine Tours operates wine tours throughout the Bendigo and Heathcote wine regions.

Tours for small groups use luxury VW mpv van (approx 10 people) but larger groups can be catered for with additional coaches (21 passenger minbus or 48 passenger bus).

Tour costs will be $50 per person, includes pick up and drop off from the nominated motels and caravan parks, stopping at 3 or 4 wineries depending on time and afternoon tea.

ORGANISED CAR CRUISE2pm to 5pm

Organiser: Kingsley Morrison Contact Details: (03) 9484 8953 (AH)

Depart in convoy from the Show N Shine location at 1.30pm to visit the Bendigo Pottery for a pot throwing activity and tour, then on to the Central Debora Gold Mine and if time permits a final stop at the Chinese Museum.

Afternoon tea will be available at the Bendigo Pottery.

BENDIGO POTTERYBendigo Pottery Interpretative Museum

Group entry - Adults $6.50 - Students $4.00 (entitles attendee to 10% discount on any sales made by the Group.

Wheel Throwing Lessons plus potter’s demonstration - $10 per half hour

Afternoon tea at own cost.

CENTRAL DEBRA GOLD MINE75 minute mine tour, includes 50 minutes underground and 15 minute surface tour.

Adults $22.00 - Concession $20.00 - Child (5-15 YO) $11.00

CHINESE MUSEUMAdults $8.00 - Concession $6.00 - Child $5.00Admissions will be paid on the day direct to the venues.

SATURDAY EVENINGFree time for Bug-In participants to visit one of the many local restaurants of their choice.

Once it was gold that bought the crowds to the Bendigo region. Now the food and wine experiences are emerging as the new gold! Glorious Mediterranean-type weather makes alfresco dining a true Bendigo highlight.

Enjoy outdoor dining along the grand, historic streets or overlooking the tranquil setting of Lake Weeroona, whilst sampling anything from contemporary modern Australian to exquisite European cuisine. All dining treasures can be found in the Bendigo Dining Guide.

The Victorian Bug-In 2009 proudly supported by

Symes Motors

Mattel Toys

Flash Lube

Salta Constructions

Car Safe

Scenery from Danny’s Lookout close to the summit of Mount Hotham

TUESDAY 14th to SATURDAY 18th APRIL

EASTERN VICTORIAN FIVE DAY TOUR

Organiser: John and Jan StevensContact Details: (03) 8684 6203 BH and (03) 9890 2548 AHor at [email protected].

The Eastern Victorian Bug-In Tour 2009 is a 5 day road trip that starts on Tuesday 14 April 2009, the day after the Bendigo Bug-In 2009 finishes. The Tour covers a distance of around 1460km and showcases the wonderful sights of four key geographic assets of Victoria, namely The Murray River, The Gold Fields, The High Country and The Tasman Sea. The 2009 Tour plans to cross the Australian Alps so after 40 years we may repeat the experience of the inaugural Bug-In and feature snow.

The Tour will take us north from Bendigo to the mighty Murray River and through a number of its historic river trade towns, east to the Snowy River

country so famous in Australian folklore, south-west to the northern Victorian goldfields where fortunes were won and lost so long ago, up and over Victoria’s highest mountain and its premier snowfields, south to the East Gippsland ocean, sun and beaches then west to the Most Liveable City In The World, Melbourne.

Daily driving times on the Tour are mostly between 3 to 4 hours to give participants time for browsing in towns, sampling of locally made produce, planned sightseeing at local attractions and just plain enjoyment of the diverse and wonderful Victorian countryside in the company of like minded VW companions. Participants are encouraged to make early contact with the accommodation establishments and arrange their own personal accommodation bookings for the whole trip. Full details relating to the Tour, including accommodation options, can be found on the Victorian Volkswagen Club Inc website at http://www.vwclub.com.au/bugin_tour.php.

If you decide to come along on the Tour we are sure that you will have a great time.


SUNDAY 12th APRIL (Easter Sunday)

MOTOR SPORT ACTIVITIES Motor sport activities at The Bagshot Motorsports Complex9.00am to 3.00pm

Collins Rd. - 25 Kms from the Bendigo GPO, travelling north on the Midland Highway.

Organiser: Michael ClarkContact Details: (03) 9878 1554 (AH)

Activities include Motorkhana, and Khanacross and a novelty event for members to tryout low level motorsport (CAMS licence not required for novelty event). A swap site will operate during the event.

Motor sport entrants fee is $50.00 providing access to all events, lunch and refreshments.

Swap sites are $25.00 per site.

Spectators $5.00 per person (children under 16 YO free) and includes entry to the novelty event only.

An S2 CAMS licence will be required for the Motorkhana, and Khanacross events. Supplementary regulations to be announced. A licence can be purchased on the day.

Food and beverages can be purchased at the venue.

Note: No alcohol or animals allowed permitted within the motorsports complex.

PRESENTATION DINNERAll Seasons Bendigo Quality Resort in the Fernery Room7.00pm to 12.00pm

Bendigo Quality Resort171 - 183 McIvor Highway, Bendigo

Organiser: Paul KinseyContact Details: 0417 547268

This “Bug In” is the 40th anniversary of the event. The dinner will therefore have a ruby colour theme so come in your best “ruby” outfit.

Starting with pre-dinner drinks (included in costs) with hot and cold savories, followed by a carvery style two course meal (main course and dessert) with tea and coffee to close off an evening of dining and dancing to the Corvettes a well known local band playing 60s, 70s and 80s music, lucky door prizes and some surprises that will ensure a great night for all.

The night will include the presentation of trophies.

Presentation dinner cost per adult $40.00, children under 12 YO - $15.00.

Beverages at bar prices.

MONDAY 13th APRIL (Easter Monday)

GALA EASTER PARADEGala Easter Parade through Bendigo streets11.00am to 2.00pm

Organiser: Chris Abley and John FarlowContact Details: Chris - 0417 470000, John

- 0418 357416

The City of Bendigo is hosting the Bendigo Easter Festival and the 2009 Bug-In is part of the festival.

The Festival is the longest running community festival in Australia and the Gala Parade on Easter Monday is the highlight of this iconic event.

The Bendigo Easter Fair Committee has invited the 2009 Bug-In Committee to enter 12 Volkswagens in the parade to represent the Marque and celebrate the contribution the 2009 Bug-In has made to the Easter Festival.

Nominated vehicles will be selected and advised during the course of the Bug-In activities.

FAREWELL AFTERNOON TEABendigo Rowing Club on the shores of Lake Weeroona

2.30pm to 4.00pm

Weeroona Avenue

Organiser: Chris AbleyContact Details: 0417 470000

After the Parade, come and say a final farewell to all those members heading for home. Enjoy the hospitality of the Volksclub Bendigo on the shores of picturesque Lake Weeroona.

Entertainment will include DVDs and a special display of collectibles provided by Volksclub members.

Cost will be $6.50 per head, including tea & coffee. Soft drinks will be available for $1.00 per can.

So far the response to the Tour has been really positive. We currently have 15 cars and 25 people who have signed up for this 5 day and 1500 km cruise around Victoria and we expect to pick up a few more starters in the next couple of weeks.

It is really great that we have a number of people from WA, SA, Qld and NSW ready to travel all the way to Victoria for the Bug-In and the following Tour. We are sure that they will not be disappointed.

If you have not yet made your mind up one way or the other please give it some serious thought and if you decide to go please book as soon as possible. The VWCV must make a number of bookings at venues and events along the way and numbers need to be locked in by 10 March 2009, one month out from the start of the Bug-In.

This promises to be a real adventure that travels through some of the most stunning scenery in Victoria. If you want further information full details on can be found at http://www.vwclub.com.au/bugin_tour.php

If you have any questions please call for more information.

Thanks John Stevens

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Volkswagen Club of Victoria Inc. 2009 Easter Bug-In Motorkhana/Khanacross

April 12th 2009 Supplementary Regulations

1. THE EVENT The event, a Multi-Club Motorkhana/Khanacross, shall be known as the 2009 Easter Bug-In Motorkhana/khanacross and will hereafter be called the Event. The event will be a timed Motorkhana then a timed Khanacross for holders of current club membership of clubs affiliated with CAMS. 2. PROMOTERSVolkswagen club of Victoria inc. GPO box 1215 Melbourne Victoria.The Event will be conducted under CAMS Permit Number: 3. ORGANISING COMMITTEEEvent Director: Michael Clark 03 98781554All Correspondance c/o Michael Clark75 Surrey Road Blackburn 3130Tel. 03 98781554 Mob. 04312062225. AUTHORITYThe event will be held under the International Sporting code of the FIA, the National Competition Rules (NCR) of the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport Ltd. (CAMS) the Khanacross Standing Regulations, these supplementary regulations and any further regulations or instructions issued by the promoters. This Event will be conducted under and in accordance with CAMS OH&S and Risk Management Policies, which can be found on the CAMS website at www.cams.com.au 6. PLACE AND DATEThe event will be held at the Bendigo car club grounds at the Bagshot Motorsport Complex. Current Club Membership Card, CAMS licence, CAMS vehicle log book (if issued) and competition records (if issued) must be presented at scrutiny. Scrutiny will commence at 9am. Drivers briefing will be at 9.50am. Official runs will commence at 10am. Food and drinks wil be available at the venue.7. ENTRIES(a) Entries will open on the issuing of these supp regs and close at 9:50am on 12th of April 2009. Entries can be sent to 75 Surrey Rd Blackburn 3130, up until last post Wednesday 8th of April, or at the friday registration night and onward with the correct entry fee. Cheques or money orders should be made to Volkswagen club of Victoria inc.(b) The entry fee shall be $50.00 which provides access to all events, lunch and refreshments. (c) An entry will only be deemed valid when payments are received with a signed entry form.(d) There will be a maximum of four drivers per vehicle.

(e) A $5.00 entry fee for spectators (under 16 free) will be charged and includes entry to the novelty event only. (f) The Promoter reserves the right to refuse entry in accordance with NCR83.8. INSURANCE(a) Public risk insurance has been effected by the Promoters.(b) All drivers and officials are covered by the CAMS personal accident policy.(c) For further details, refer to Appendix I of the 2008 CAMS Manual of Motorsport.9. CLASSES There are only three classes: • Volkswagen powered vehicles.• Non Volkswagen powered vehicles. (please note this class only eligible for “Best Overall Non VW Powered”) and will not contribute to Bug In points• Juniors under 18years of age.- Note Tyre restrictions limiting tyres to normal road tyres – No wintertread or rally type tyres. The Director will be the final arbiter on tyre eligibility10. STARTING ORDERStarting from 1 in numerical order, In the case of shared vehicles, drivers will be spaced several numbers apart to allow changeovers with minimal disruption to the event 11. DRIVERSDrivers must hold a current and valid CAMS 2NS License or superior. No driver shall be under the age of 14 years. Drivers between the ages of 14 and 16 entering the khanacross must have previously competed in Motorkhanas. The Director will be the final arbiter on competitor eligibility12. VEHICLE ELIGIBILITYAll vehicles must comply with CAMS Group 4H and section 6, Schedules A of the NCR’s in the 2008 CAMS manual. All vehicles defined as a special by group 4H must be fitted with a rollover protection structure complying with Schedule J.13. SPECIAL NOTES. (for Khanacross)(a) For open vehicles and specials, neck to wrist to ankle clothing must be worn.(b) A Fire extinguisher of at least 900g capacity, to a standard listed in Schedule H of the 2008 CAMS Manual must be securely fitted to the vehicle.(c) All drivers shall wear a Safety helmet complying with a standard list in Section 6, Schedule D of the NCR’s.(d) Goggles or a helmet with visor (to AS 1609-1981) must be worn in all open cars and in closed cars which have the windscreen removed(e) No driver shall enter either the motorkhana or khanacross in more than one car.(f) Fuel must be in accordance with Schedule G of the CAMS Manual.14. COURSEThe event(s)will be run over varied courses of grass / dirt defined by witches hats, flags, bunting and tyres.For the motorkhana a minimum of 4 tests and a maximum 6 will be conducted. For the khanacross all runs will be over 1 lap. A minimum of 4 and a maximum of 10 tests will be conducted. Most tests will be based on Motorkhana tests with different dimensions / layouts.

15. RUNNING DETAILResults will be determined by the aggregate of all timed runs or if 2 runs are held on each course the best time for that course. Timing will be controlled by hand held stop watches. Time keepers will be Judges of fact. 16. STARTING PROCEDURECompetitors will line up in numerical order and will be moved onto the starting area immediately after the previous competitor has departed. The starter will indicate to the driver when to proceed into the start garage (motorkhana) or start line (khanacross). Any competitor who encounters difficulties on the course may be permitted a re-run at the discretion of the Clerk of Course. Please line up 5 cars before your run to keep event flowing.17. FINISH PROCEDURE (Khanacross)At the end of each run the driver is to immediately decelerate the vehicle and proceed to the finish garage. At all times when moving within the pit area, and leaving the course, the maximum speed limit is to be 10 km/h.18. TERMINATIONThe organisers reserve the right to stop the event at any time if they consider it necessary, in the interests of safety or for any other reason.19. POSTPONEMENT OR ABANDONMENTThe organisers reserve the right to postpone, abandon, or cancel the event under NCR 59. If the event is cancelled or postponed for more than 7 days, the entry fees shall be refunded in full. 20. AWARDSAwards will be as per Bug In trophies21. ALCOHOL During any competition, consumption of alcoholic beverages in the paddock, pits or any other portion of the competition venue under the control of the officials is expressly forbidden until all practice or competition activity is concluded for each day. Any driver or crew member who is found to be affected by alcohol on the day of the event or practice therefore shall not be permitted to participate. Refer NCR 145A. In addition, the persons concerned will be subject to the Articles of the Procedure for Alcohol Testing and CAMS Drugs in Sport Policy. Competitors, crews or officials may be tested for alcohol or other drugs at any time during the event(s). This regulation serves as the required 24-hour notice to Competitors, Crew and Officials.22. NOISEVehicles must not exceed a noise limit of 95dB(A).23. PENALTIESWrong direction – Slowest time in class +5Dislodging penalty markers - 5 seconds per instanceNot stopping in garage – 5 seconds per instance.DNS and DNF results will be allocated as slowest in class +524. PROTESTSProtests must be lodged in accordance with Part XII of the NCR and accompanied by the appropriate fee. The Timekeepers/Observers will be deemed Judges of Fact.

Held under the International Sporting Code of the FIA and the National Competition Rules of CAMS.

DISCLAIMER: EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY, RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK. COMPETITORS AND/OR DRIVERS.For CompetitorsI/We being the competitor/s of the vehicle described on this Entry Form wish to enter that vehicle for the above event.For Competitors and DriversI/We being the competitor/s and/or driver, certify that the particulars on this form are true and correct in every particular, to the best of my/our knowledge and belief.I/We declare that I/we have read and understood the Supplementary Regulations issued for the event, and agree to be bound by them and the provisions of the National Competition Rules of the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport Limited (“CAMS”). In exchange for being able to attend or participate in the event (including entering the event), I agree: to release CAMS and Australian Motor Sport Commission Ltd, promoters, sponsor organisations, land owners and lessees, organisers of the event, their respective servants, officials, representatives and agents (collectively, the “Associated Entities”) from all liability for my death, personal injury (including burns), psychological trauma, loss or damage (including property damage) (“harm”) howsoever arising from my participation in or attendance at the event, except to the extent prohibited by law; that CAMS and the Associated Entities do not make any warranty, implied or express, that the event services will be provided with due care and skill or that any materials provided in connection with the services will be fit for the purpose for which they are supplied; and to attend or participate in the event at my own risk.I/we acknowledge that: the risks associated with attending or participating in the event include the risk that I may suffer harm as a result of: motor vehicles (or parts of them) colliding with other motor vehicles, persons or property; acts of violence and other harmful acts (whether intentional or inadvertent) committed by persons attending or participating in the event; and the failure or unsuitability of facilities (including grand-stands, fences and guard rails) to ensure the safety of persons or property at the event. Motor sport is dangerous and that accidents causing harm can and do happen and may happen to me. I accept the conditions of, and acknowledge the risks arising from, attending or participating in the event and being provided with the event services by CAMS and the Associated Entities. I understand that this disclaimer is not intended to exclude any valid claim I may have under the CAMS Personal Insurance Scheme.

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For persons under the age of 18 years the following parent/guardian consent must be completed.PARENT/ GUARDIAN CONSENT – PERSONS UNDER 18 YEARS OLD

I ………………………………………………... of (Address) ……………………………………………..................................…... am the parent/ guardian* of the above-named (“the minor”) who is under 18 years old. I have read this document and understand its contents, including the exclusion of liability and assumption of risk, and have explained the contents to the minor. I consent to the minor attending/ participating in* the event at his/her own risk.

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On the weekend of the 21st and 22nd of February myself a number of our fellow VW Club of Victoria members joined VW enthusiasts from South Australia, New South Wales and long distance VW drag racers from Queensland to attend the 2nd annual VWMA VW only Drag Racing weekend at the South Coast Raceway located in the historic coastal town of Portland.

The weekend commenced with all attending VW drag racing crews getting a taste of the local drag racing activities with Friday 1/8th mile Portland street meet. Lots of Holden and Ford’s finest V8’s and sixes creating lots of tire smoke intermingled with the first runs for the weekend from a small number of drag racing VW’s. The rest of us elected to watch from the sidelines, set up camp and consume a couple of frothy ones and keep our powder dry for the practise on Saturday.

Events on the Saturday started with a VW cruise from the South Coast Raceway thru the Portland main street and then on to the Portland Harbour foreshore for a VW Show and Shine. Then it was back to the South Coast raceway for a 1.00pm start for the Chicago Shoot Out for the local South Coast drag car club and the start of official practise for the VW Drag racers. The quality of the South Coast Drag Car club cars was outstanding with some very low times and spectacular runs with front wheels off the ground well past the 60ft mark for some.

The drag VW’s in attendance proved very popular with the local V8 crowd and some excellent times were recorded.

Unfortunately the Saturday practice did see some mechanical carnage with a very sticky track taking its toll on Trans axles and axles of many of the higher HP VW’s.

For VW’s not racing, there was the opportunity for some to try the delights of some off-roading with VW Buggies in the sand dunes. Portland boasts the only place that you can legally use your VW buggy in the sand dunes in Victoria.

Saturday night was the VWMA VW only Drag Weekend welcome dinner and VW Tappet Cover Races. We had a serious tappet cover racing challenger from the ranks of the Victorian VW Club. However Victoria did not end up in the winner circle this time.

Sunday dawned clear and fine and after a beautiful breakfast it was time for an hour of final practice before the round robin VW drag racing competition began. More mechanical carnage ensued during the 1 hour free practice and the final draw saw many big names dropped out due to broken cars.

The VW only drag racing competition is a Dial In Competition. This means that you nominate the time you believe your VW will run the 1/8 mile. When you do a run, you are running against your self. The idea is to complete your run as close to your nominated time as possible. If your actual run time is closer to your nominated time than the car in the other lane, you win.

After the last hour of practise, the writer, Michael Clarke in his beautiful drag bug, John in the Stylin Beetle and Andrew Ermel in the Grey Oval went

head to head with a number of fast interstaters in the fastest eight air-cooled category.

Due to other competitors breakages and break outs (posting an actual 1/8th mile run time that is higher or lower than the nominated time) the fastest eight final was an all Victorian event with Andrew Ermel winning the final by the narrowest margin.

Great result for our club bringing home 1st and runner up in the fastest 8 air-cooled the second year up.

A full set of results and competitor list will be included in the next copy of the Volkswagen Australia Magazine. Highlights for this writer was watching and hearing Mike Kristen’s twin supercharged drag Karmann Ghia on the track. Also the super charged 1600 VW powered GoGo Mobile Dart was a spectacular sight.

The other major highlight for me was seeing the owner of 1200 powered Herbie replica circulating the track all weekend. Not breaking any track records, but having an absolute ball just competing and being part of the action.

Plans are already in place to run the 3rd annual VW only drag meeting in Portland for next year. Make sure you add it to your to do list for 2010. There is camping on site, show and shine, drag racing and off roading, so there is plenty of activity to fill the weekend.

We want to have members of the Victorian VW scene turn up in mass next year.

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What is your earliest memory of a Volkswagen?In the third week of September 1968 on a surfari travelling down to the Mornington Peninsula. We were in the back of a mate’s brother’s Split Kombi singing along to the Beatles song Hey Jude (released that week). At that time we were too young to have a licence so we scrounged lifts everywhere. I thought that Kombi was fantastic.

What first got you interested in Volkswagens?Surfing and the ease with which one Kombi could easily carry 5 blokes, 6 long surfboards, full camping gear and more than just a few cans of lemonade. This was later re-enforced when I did a lot of travelling in a mate’s 1974 Kombi Camper on scuba diving adventures. The driving experience in that Camper was so enjoyable I decided that one day I would have one. It took me 20 years but eventually I did.

What do you like most about Volkswagens?Reliability and personality. Whether it is a Beetle, Kombi, T3 etc. these cars seem to always chug along happily and have a personality of their own.

How and why did you become involved with the Volkswagen club of Victoria?When we purchased our 1975 Kombi Camper it needed quite a bit of work to bring it up to standard. I had no idea who I should use to get the work done so I contacted the VWCV and was given a few names to choose from. From there we did not look back.

What is your favourite Volkswagen Type you have owned?I would have to say the 1975 Kombi Camper. It has been the key to the heaps of terrific adventures that we have undertaken over the last 6 years, the places that we have visited and the very strong friendships that we have forged with many great club members.

If you could have any Volkswagen what would it be?A very good condition Westfalia Kombi.

What has been your most enjoyable experience in a Volkswagen?The 2006 VWCV Central Australia Trip. The fact that 23 club members and their families had a very enjoyable 21 days together travelling 6000km, through the heart of Australia, sometimes is difficult circumstances, without incident, was truly remarkable. If it was possible to wind back time and do it all over again I would be there as quick as a flash.

Is your unique Volkswagen enthusiasm recognised and supported by family, friends and community?Yes. I have “converted” many people into being VW, or more specifically, Kombi spotters. I get regular excited reports of sightings, cars for sale and even models purchased for me by non-VW people without any prompting.

Is your family car a Volkswagen?We use a 1991 Nissan Skyline during the week and prefer to leave the VW travelling to the weekends.

What is your profession and do your Volkswagen interests and profession cross paths?I work for the State Government. Apart from looking out my city building window all day every day trying to spot Kombies driving down Exhibition Street (only kidding!), VWs and I do not cross paths through my employment.

If you could go back in time what Volkswagen experience would you change?In the late 60’s a good mate of mine inherited an early Oval Beetle, from memory it might have been as early as 1954. We did not give that car the respect it deserved and it had a very short life thereafter.

On a scale from 1 to 10, how much of Volkswagen nut are you?Probably a 9.

Member Profile John Stevens

“Life” A Split Kombi, 5 blokes, 6 long surfboards, full camping gear and a few cans of lemonade.

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Volkswagen Club of VictoriaGeneral Meeting

Bell’s Hotel April 28th at 8pm.157 Moray St, South Melbourne.

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PAY MEMBERSHIP and RENEWAL ON LINE! www.vwclub.com.au/membership.phpIs your Membership renewal due? Don’t mess around with cheques or money orders, why not pay online?The Volkswagen Club of Victoria website now has an online payment facility to make renewing your membership even easier. Ensure your place in the club by paying with either Visa, MasterCard, or PayPal. or please return this form together with your cheque or money order for payment to the above address.Please allow 28 days for processing. ✁

Membership Stats

VW MembershipsCurrent total memberships of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria - 414

New MembersThe following people joined the Volkswagen Club of Victoria in February 2009.

Alice Wing Choi and Anthony Herroitt.

Welcome and thankyou on behalf of the Volkswagen Club of Victoria.

Current Memberships RenewalsThe following memberships are due in the month of March 2009. John Rosengrave, Paul & Nalini Blacker, Ron Donohue, B.L. Wilson, John Stewart, Tony Shaw, Laurel, David & Pat Owens, Adam Karczmarczyk, Matthew Gardner, John Hayton, Xavier Larkin, Jason Hopkinson, Adam Remboulis, Stephen Farrell, Robert Jamieson, Narelle Lemon, Philip, Janay, Holli & Harry Hector, Peter & Julie Williams, Tony Carabott, Peter Simmenauer.

Memberships Renewals ReminderReminder for the following members of your membership renewal.Ursula Weidenmuller, Charmaine Redford, Neville Dean, Wayne HulbertHank & Tahnee Van Herk, Benjamin & Rachel Thompson, Alison & Simon Rankcom, Peter & Erika Behrendt, Ian McNIsh, Michael Yanko, Nadia Lerk, Don Santowiak, Michael, Lauren & Lucy Watts, Pasquale Piccoili, Alan & Avis Gardner, Luke Reisner, Jose Gonzalez.

Please note; If your membership renewal has been paid after the 28th February 2009 please disregard the above reminder. Also if you have not received your renewal notice for some reason please fill out the application again and state

‘renewal’, or you can now renew ONLINE at www.vwclub.com.au/membership.php

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