jaxops

Pennsylvania: posted below 08 NOV 2000.<P>------------------<BR>

I agree. Additionally, the 70 Buick insignia holder is gray plastic with a metal backing to attach to the bumper front. Usually it is either damaged from being bumped, or the plastic deteriorates from the sun and weather. <P>------------------<BR>

Dynaflash8 has some good comments, but remember that "putting it to committee" is a "Washington" term for not getting anything done. National is already providing the impetus, and it's up to the local clubs to gear up and do something about new membership and youth involvement. Those are the programs that last, not the ones directed from the top that expire with a change in administration or when the "funds" dry up.<P>Besides, you're clubs will take to it if it's their own idea and project.

Yes, the parents of these kids are VERY important.<BR>At TRAACA, by bringing in the kids, we also worked on signing up the parents. BSA/GSA kids come with adult troop leaders. Presentations to these groups involve community folks as well: all free publicity within the community for AACA. ensure to bring your "soft-sell" membership chairperson along to get them applications.

Using the Model "T" Ford was an idea that we got from Mr. Drake. He recommended using an older car because they are so interesting, but more so because their engine and drive trains are very simple and one can readily see the components working. The highlight of our Program at TRAACA had to be the cranking event. The kids were impressed. I used materials from the Henry Ford Museum (online) to make an outline. There I also got some very good *.jpg s, including the Model "T" engine. We kept this one generic, but TRAACA has been invited to participate in a GSA "Automobile" Merit Badge Meeting with Colonial Coast Council where we will go through the major maintenance and care requirements for an automobile and discuss general restoration of any cars present. The program was a good starter. <P>I would be happy to share anything that we have put together. Drop me an email.

Drop me an email at jaxops@bellatlantic.net. I have an extra 1970 Buick Electra LH remote mirror that I would consider selling.

Cadillac Motor Division Oversize sticker: Perfectly preserved and framed Cadillac shield sticker (never used), 8"x10" received directly from Cadillac in 1968. Mint: $30.00.<BR>