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I received my Annual yesterday. I'm extremely disappointed. Am I the only one who cannot read the Articles? The Font of the Lettering/Words are not clear. They are very unfocused. I got out my Magnifying Glass and I still cannot make out the words. The main articles are fine but the accessory articles can't be read. How did something like this get through Quality control. Am I the only one that has this Issue? If so, I would very much like to return it for one that is Focused and that I can read.
Thanks, Tim

Hello,

As the new editor, that is was my responsibility to ensure that a great magazine was distributed. I clearly missed the mark in doing so. I was working with copy that was not in digital format, and did the best I could with what I had.

As you many notice, the problem appeared in the middle of the magazine. The final portion, the Fall 2025 issue, is quite readable, and from here on out, that will be the format of the magazine.

If you would like to read the portion of the magazine online that is difficult to read, please click here:
https://www.saac.com/shelby_american_issues/2025_spring/spring_2025.pdf

You can zoom in well enough to read those articles that are difficult to read.

Thank you for your support of the Club, and you can look forward to a better product in the future.

Jay Talbott
Editor

Yes, we are mailing a printed 2025 Annual as we have since 2009. Our goal is to have them mailed out in mid-late February 2026 (next month).

If you were a current Full (not affiliate) SAAC members as of December 31,2025, you will be on the list that goes to the publisher for them to mail out. Each membership entitles you to one Annual per year.

Jay Talbott
SAAC Membership Director

The current issue of The Shelby American magazine has been posted. If you are a SAAC member, you already know that, so this message is for those of you who are not yet members.

I have attached one of the articles that is in this current issue for your reading pleasure.

Should you decide to renew your SAAC membership, or to join us, you can do so here:

https://saac-stuff.myshopify.com/collections/membership

Gwenn and I are saddened to hear of Miki's loss. We always enjoyed seeing her at SAAC Conventions, and appreciated her help at Merchandise.
We send our love to Kei and family and hope that your many good memories will carry you through these difficult times.

Jay Talbott
SAAC Membership Director

I'm on my third set of tires on my 2020 GT350. I have 8,500 miles, with probably 15 track days.
I have never had any complaints with my tires, they handle quite well.

Jay

So sad to hear this news.

Jeff was one of the great ones, both with regard to SAAC, and as a human being.
My first recollection of Jeff was at Indy in 1994. I believe he was working in tech, and had a hat with a fake pony tail hanging off the back. But I did not realize the pony tail was fake, and when I saw him the next day, he was not wearing that hat, and I was so confused, wondering why he had cut off his pony tail.
I have had many discussions with him since.

He will be sorely missed.

["(...and always could use some member contributions! ..send to: saac@saac.com)"]

I want to emphasize what Ron said earlier in this thread.

"(...and always could use some member contributions! ..send to: saac@saac.com)"

As you all know, the Quarterly magazine does not write itself. SAAC is always looking for reader contributions. Whether it's EELH, owner's stories, or articles about local events, send the info in. You don't have to be a professional writer. Send in an article with two or three photos, and you will most likely see it in an upcoming Quarterly.

Jay

Benny,
Glad you are coming, it's a huge commitment.

Stop by the merchandise tent and introduce yourself, I'll be there. Other people you mentioned will be working at other areas.

Think about volunteering somewhere for an hour or two. You will get to meet more people that way than you will by just wandering around, (although you will have plenty of time for that also).

Best of luck in your travels.

Jay Talbott
SAAC Membership

I suspect it will be early 2023.

We are still collecting photos (see posting info above).

Jay

The registry is currently being edited and the editor and Registrar are working very closely together to get the job done efficiently, accurately and effectively. Editing the details of 3,295 cars is no small feat.

We will send out an email when the book goes to the publisher, and give you the opportunity to pre-purchase the Registry.

By the way, if you are an owner of a 1969 or 1970 GT350 or GT500 and you have not recently updated the Registrar with info about your car, do it now, or it will not be included in the current registry. If you want to upload pictures of your 1969 or 1970 Shelby Mustang, you can do so here:

https://alphawebapps.com/saac_images/home.a5w

Password for this site is saac2022
You will not be creating an account, so you will not have the opportunity to edit or delete any pictures that you upload. If you have any issues, concerns or questions about this site, please email me at membership@saac.com

Thanks for your patience. It will be rewarded.

Jay Talbott
SAAC Membership Director

I, from 1st hand experience, support Bob's advice. After waiting for about 6 weeks for an earlier SAAC Annual, or Registry, I contacted Jay to let him know I didn't get it. He sent the Annual or the Registry and included a note addressing the situation, and I expect you will receive the same level of service. Jay does a great job supporting this club.

Steve

Thank you for your kind words, Bob and Steve. We want every current member to receive the Annual in great condition, and we always address issues that are brought to our attention. Due to Covid-19, our crystal ball has been foggy, and we are not able to discern who received an Annual in good condition, and who did not. We are leaving it to you to let us know when an Annual arrives damaged.

Write me at membership@saac.com, include your name and correct mailing address and we will remedy the issue.

Thanks for your support of SAAC.
Regards,
Jay Talbott
SAAC Membership Director

"Management" has sent you a replacement shirt without asking for a return.  I hope his meets with your approval. 

Now, can we find another topic to discuss?  Have a safe weekend.
Jay
SAAC

Kim,
Email pitcrew@saac.com with your question.
Jay

As of today, March 17, 2020 SAAC has NO plans to postpone, cancel or modify SAAC-45 at Indy.
If we do cancel the event, it will most likely be because we are forced to by the track or by a third party (I'm looking at you Gov. Holcomb).
An eblast will go out tonight with this same statement.

And if you have not yet registered for the convention, go to www.saac45.com  and register. We hope to see you there.

Jay Talbott
SAAC Board Member

We want share with the SAAC Forum that our fellow Board Member, Ron Richards' wife Angela Jean suddenly passed away on Monday night, Feb 17th.  We are keeping Ron and his extended family in our thoughts and prayers during this devastating time. 

Condolences can be sent to:

Ron
c/o Computerworks
260 Main St
Northport, NY  11768