junkyardjeff Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Since I usually own multiple brands I got myself in two single brand car clubs and thinking about getting out of,I am in the VCCA since I have a 37 p/u and in the CVA since I have a 55 Sunliner and I am now a member of the AACA . For someone who likes a bunch of different brands single brand clubs is kind of a waste of money and time so one or two has to go so I need to make up my mind and since I might be buying another 55 Ford the VCCA might be the one that I will leave first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Jeff, Most folks would agree that, while other clubs, Marque clubs, etc. certainly provide unique services, No other club anywhere provides the breadth and depth of services that we find in AACA- in fact, several other clubs have moved their literature collections to be maintained by the AACA Library. Hopefully you'll stay with us as we strive to serve the entire hobby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynaflash8 Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 AACA is the way to go, unless you are dedicated to one brand. Mostly I'm dedicated to Buick, but I've had a bunch of other cars including a couple of 55 Fords that included a Crown Victoria. Was driving a 55 Fairlane Town Sedan with a 4-barrel Holly when I got married. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalve Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 You could stay with the AACA & go with a antique Ford club & just keep those two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkyardjeff Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 I can just see it if my 37 Chevy is down for repairs and all I have is one of my Fords to drive to one of their events,they just get too wrapped up in their brand to accept others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capngrog Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 1 hour ago, junkyardjeff said: I can just see it if my 37 Chevy is down for repairs and all I have is one of my Fords to drive to one of their events,they just get too wrapped up in their brand to accept others. I think you should drive your Ford to the Chevy function just to stir the pot. It should be entertaining. I used to be a "total Chevy man", but have become acquainted with Fords and other makes. I currently own Chevys, Fords, Crosleys and a Volkswagen (air-cooled Beetle) and like them all. I admire the engineering and construction of just about all cars, with the possible exception of the Reliant Robin. Here's a hilarious video of a Robin road test: Cheers, Grog 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobg1951chevy Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 I've been a Chevy guy for all my life, I guess. I've owned a '53 Ford and a '60 Ford along the way, but my roots are still with Chevy. Currently I own two '51 Chevys and a '69 Corvair. I belong to a local Corvair Club and CORSA International, also belong to VCCA and AACA. For me, it goes beyond the nameplate or nameplates represented, for me its the group of folks WITHIN each group, and how the local group / region functions ...... or not. Like Junkyardjeff, I will reduce my club memberships, but my criteria will be based on the folks within each group and the positive chemistry that they produce, or not. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emjay Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Yeah, but will the Reliant owners get any support here? so they will join a single marque club. BTW, the Reliant is a front WHEEL drive, so no wheelies. The front wheel and engine are all one unit that rotates for those who are not familiar with the breed, probably classified as a cycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomcarnut Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 By the way, Jeff is active member of our Southern Chapter, AACA. We convinced him to join a couple years ago after seeing his posts on this forum. He has made several tours and even the annual meeting this year. I was going to try to get him to do a tour next year but the sign up sheet was full for every tour month by time it got to him. Things are looking up for our Chapter. This forum is great vehicle to recruit members for your Chapters and Regions along with getting advise to keep our cars on the road. Tom Muth SOC AACA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cxgvd Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 There is an interesting discussion on the General Buick forum concerning the benefits of a single marque club and ways to improve them. It is under the heading November Bugle, which is the title of their monthly magazine. Personally I operate three Buick cars but am not a member of the Buick club. I maintain membership in the AACA so that is my vote. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John348 Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 On 11/18/2017 at 11:53 AM, junkyardjeff said: Since I usually own multiple brands I got myself in two single brand car clubs and thinking about getting out of,I am in the VCCA since I have a 37 p/u and in the CVA since I have a 55 Sunliner and I am now a member of the AACA . For someone who likes a bunch of different brands single brand clubs is kind of a waste of money and time so one or two has to go so I need to make up my mind and since I might be buying another 55 Ford the VCCA might be the one that I will leave first. I am confused by your statement... it is not like either club cost a lot of money to belong to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 I hope you find value in AACA! We think it is a great option but please consider supporting whatever single marque clubs you can as well. They need you! AACA wants to see the hobby thrive and the more successful clubs there are the better it is for everyone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkyardjeff Posted November 20, 2017 Author Share Posted November 20, 2017 56 minutes ago, John348 said: I am confused by your statement... it is not like either club cost a lot of money to belong to. Right now that 40 or so dollars could be used for more important things,money is going to be tight for the next few weeks due to bills that come around this time of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old car fan Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 I think the aaca is a must,hands down.We have a collection that it would it would not be feasible to sign up for all .Some way not exist,The AACA is were the knowledge is on most cars,Depends on what you have I guess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 AACA has a much better swap meet in October. Bob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capngrog Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 4 hours ago, emjay said: Yeah, but will the Reliant owners get any support here? so they will join a single marque club. BTW, the Reliant is a front WHEEL drive, so no wheelies. The front wheel and engine are all one unit that rotates for those who are not familiar with the breed, probably classified as a cycle. Actually, the Reliant Robin was a front engine, rear wheel drive car. Google it or look at the good underside view at 5:31 in the above video. I do recall a car that was configured as you describe (front wheel drive, engine rotates with steering), but I can't recall the make at this time. Cheers, Grog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cahartley Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 On 11/18/2017 at 5:11 PM, capngrog said: I think you should drive your Ford to the Chevy function just to stir the pot. It should be entertaining. I used to be a "total Chevy man", but have become acquainted with Fords and other makes. I currently own Chevys, Fords, Crosleys and a Volkswagen (air-cooled Beetle) and like them all. I admire the engineering and construction of just about all cars, with the possible exception of the Reliant Robin. Here's a hilarious video of a Robin road test: Cheers, Grog OMG.........that's the funniest thing I've seen in ages........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emjay Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 18 hours ago, capngrog said: Actually, the Reliant Robin was a front engine, rear wheel drive car. Google it or look at the good underside view at 5:31 in the above video. I do recall a car that was configured as you describe (front wheel drive, engine rotates with steering), but I can't recall the make at this time. Cheers, Grog I was thinking of the earlier Bond. The distinction between the Bond and Reliant is blurred and Reliant acquired Bond, but maybe a different Bond. This like is the turning engine/front wheel assembly. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bond_Minicar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capngrog Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 3 hours ago, emjay said: I was thinking of the earlier Bond. The distinction between the Bond and Reliant is blurred and Reliant acquired Bond, but maybe a different Bond. This like is the turning engine/front wheel assembly. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bond_Minicar Thanks for posting that. I only vaguely remember the car and would have never remembered the name of it, Bond Minicar. I never realized that they were so popular and would never have guessed that they were produced well into the 1960s. The steering gear is ingenious, and I like the fact that the kick start feature of the motorcycle engine was retained in case of battery failure. While I don't care for the Reliant Robin, I'd, for some reason or other, like to have a Bond Minicar. A single Car Club of Bond Minicar owners would definitely be one with a small number of members. Here's the link to a video showing a Bond Minicar's steering mechanism and a Bond "in action": https://www.ebay.com/motors/blog/1963-bond-minicar/ Cheers, Grog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emjay Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 That one looks just like the one that I saw several years ago out of York, PA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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