Autocross Results sent from Mike Hado:

TTR and HMGCC Members,

Attached are the results of the TTR vs HMGCC autocross yesterday at Legacy Stadium in Katy, TX.

The measurement method for winning the coveted trophy is to take the fastest individual run only for each driver (as opposed to the average of their 4 runs) and then average these best times for all MG and Triumph drivers from each club.

And the winner is: The Houston MG Car Club by an average of 0.918 seconds per car. Note that this does not include pre-1950 cars or race-prepared cars (must be street legal).

Special recognition goes to:

Fastest time of day in an MG or Triumph (not street legal) – Dusty Nicholson in his 1971 Spitfire – 54.651 seconds.

Fastest time of day in an MG or Triumph (street legal) – Peter Shaw in his 1972 MGB – 55.547 seconds.

Fastest time of day overall – David Bryant in his 2002 Dodge Viper – 54.499 seconds.

Best hot dog cuisine – Chef Fred Wagner, Esq.

It was a great day for racing, and we thank all of you who came out to support our clubs.

Best regards,

Mike Hado

TTR Timer Guy

Our April meeting was held on Saturday, April 4 at Spring Creek BBQ off the W. Grand Parkway.  We had 21 attendees and 8 of which braved the threat of rain and drove their classic cars. 

Following recognition of new members and introductions, Scott Kalish asked for volunteers for 2027 leadership postions including running the car show, VP and treasurer.  Clay Collins reviewed upcoming club events and Bill Bowers provided an update on our proposal to host the NAMGAR GT53 in 2028 in Katy, TX.  Bill also noted the board voted to support the Brookwood Community for our 2026 charity.   

For the meeting topic, Scott and Ron Redding teamed up to discuss modifications on our cars.  Scott started by listing what are considered upgrades vs. modifications for originality that could affect judging at car shows.  Ron followed by discussing valuable upgrades to make cars safer and more reliable including disc brakes, alternator conversions, radial tires, polyurethane suspension bushings, oil coolers, etc.  Ron also discussed the potential of saving money by purchasing classic car insurance and how to obtain classic license plates for the year of your vehicle.

Thanks to all who attended to support the club!

The HMGCC was well represented at the March 21 Bring A Trailer Meet-Up.  I saw Jon Crocker, David Fowler, Rich Colwell and Clay Ownby.  BAT gave out misc. sundries and served a generous continental breakfast.  The showroom featured several pristene high-end cars for sale.  Behind the showroom visitors could get a glimpse of customer cars in storage with Porsche 911's very well represented.

Summer is almost upon us so get out and drive those MG's while there's still time!

Clay Collins, Rich Colwell and David Fowler in the show room

David Fowler's Mini-Cooper

Jon Crocker's MGA

Clay Ownby's MGA