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About Dayton's Raiders
The idea behind the club is to be a good old-fashioned car club like we had in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, but with today's more progressive, business-like way of doing things.
It is still about having fun, but fun with a purpose, like helping each other getting our vehicles ready for shows, or cruises, or other events. It's to enjoy each other's company and get our families involved in Auto-related activities. It is also to help local children's charities with monies raised during our events.
The original club began in 1974 and was called the Paterson Hustler's Racing Team and was very active and won many trophies, awards and races including a win at the New York City Coliseum's Hot Rod Show.
Some members were not racers, so a name change was made to Dayton's Raiders Auto Club.
Club Membership
Membership is open to all persons of good faith that are interested in promoting American built cars, trucks and motorcycles, and who will abide by the rules and regulations set by the club.
Members should make a reasonable attempt to attend club meetings and events. The club cannot run without everyone's help and support.
Family involvement is encouraged at all meetings and/or events.
The club colors are to be Traffic Yellow and Black. They win be the colors used on members T-shirts, Jackets, Caps, etc.
The use of club Decals, Caps, Jackets, T-shirts, etc, featuring the clubs name and/or logo (is highly recommended as it promotes the club name and team spirit.
Club dues are $60.00 per year and are due first meeting in January. Dues can be paid in two ways, they can be paid in full upon joining ($60.00) or 2 payments of $30.00 each.
Members will receive a club T-shirt, two window decals, club membership card, and a copy of the club's rules and regulations upon full payment of dues. Club members will also receive a discount at Dayton Auto Parts and Speed Equipment. Membership card must be presented at time of purchases.
Rules and By-Laws
Rules and By-Iaws of the Dayton's Raiders Auto Club
The organization shall be known as The Dayton's Raiders Auto Club. The club name and logos are property of Dayton Auto Parts and Speed Equipment Inc., located at 319 Grand Street, Paterson N.J., 07505. Use of the club's name and/or logos without the expressed consent of Dayton Auto Parts and Speed Equipment is strictly forbidden. Unauthorized use of the club's name and/or logo shall be met with the strongest consequences allowed by law.
Dayton's Raiders is a non-profit organization for American-made car, truck, and motorcycle enthusiasts. It is not necessary to own a classic American Hot Rod to share in the camaraderie and promotion of the hobby. We will hold events with proceeds to benefit local children's charities, promote a positive image in the auto club community, and to generate relations with other auto clubs in or area, and to have fun with our hobby.
Club meetings will be held at the direction of the Club President, locations to be determined. These meetings will primarily be to go over upcoming events, organize cruise nights, etc. The officers will consist of President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Committees from the membership will be set up as needed for functions, activities, and shows. An office carries with it only the rights necessary for executing the duties of the office. Officers are expected to attend all meetings or contact a designated officer to act as a replacement. None of our rules will take the place of courtesy, tact, and common sense. All members are responsible for the success of this club; furthermore, this will provide the membership with reliable service, advantage and good use.
No illegal drugs or activities will be allowed at club functions. There will be no "burnouts" from vehicles while arriving or leaving club activities. Members will receive a copy of the rules and by-laws, and are required to abide by them.
Any member of the Dayton's Raiders may present a motion during club meetings. A simple majority of the members in attendance shall be required to pass all motions, except those regarding changes to the by-laws; a minimum of one third (1/3) of the clubs members must be in attendance. Two thirds (2/3) majority of the members in attendance shall be required to make changes to the by-laws. Changes to the by-laws must be voted on at a general meeting. For officer's meetings, a quorum of two thirds (2/3) ofthe officers must be present to propose/pass motions, and constitute a valid meeting.
Constitution of the Club
Dayton's Raiders Auto Club was started in 1972 with the purpose of
providing American made car, truck, and motorcycle enthusiasts with the opportunity to associate with other people of like interests.
The primary goals of the club are:
• To make new friends and have fun with our hobby.
• To organize and host events.
• To raise money for local Children's Charities.
• To set a good example as responsible Hot Rodders.
• To assist other club members in the restoration and preservation of their vehicle by providing time, information, literature, and parts location assistance.
• To show members other ways to have fun with our hobby, such as, but not limited to, Road Racing, Drag Racing, Cruising, Car Show, Motor Cross, Road Rally's, and Nascar.
These goals are in keeping with high standards of American made car, truck, and motorcycle enthusiasts. Dues paying members of the organization will enjoy significant benefits by joining others who share a common interest. Club membership will help the individual member learn more about their vehicle and how to restore it, and provide opportunities to participate in club shows and activities.
Clubs, however, are made up of people. It is these people, our members, who provide assistance, help promote the hobby, and participate in group activities. The success of this club depends on its members working to achieve our common goals and objectives. This places a great deal of responsibility on both the general membership and those who serve as officers.
Club officers are responsible for the management of club activities and general organization, as well as encouraging the involvement of the members in the clubs activities. Being an officer requires hard work and dedication to the purpose of our club. Additionally, they are expected to provide members with information and/or source about such subjects as historical facts, technical tips, as well as sources for parts, meetings, conventions and shows.
The individual members of our club are expected to do their part to contribute their ideas, energies, and talents toward the attainment of our clubs goals and objectives, both short and long term. This involves attending and participating in meetings, paying dues on time, assisting other members whenever possible, maintaining a good public appearance for our club, and most importantly, having fun. This is part of an active thriving car club.
Offices And Duties of Dayton's Raiders Auto Club
All OFFICERS: Should be available to fulfill the needs of their offices.
PRESIDENT: Has the administrative and executive duties. Oversees and inspires other officers. Acts as promoter and negotiator, responsible for projections and long-term goals. Presides over meetings.
VICE-PRESIDENT(s): Takes direction from and supports the president. Performs assigned tasks. Provides status feedback to the president. Presides for the president when necessary. Directs public relations and interacts with other officers. Provides the president with ideas and advice. Work's with president to coordinate the different committees needed to organize future shows and events.
SECRETARY(s): The recording officer and custodian of records, duties include, keeping a record of all club proceedings, keep a file on all committee reports, keep a membership roll, make minutes and records available to members, furnish committees with documents required for their duties, k:eep a list of committee members, prepare agenda prior to meetings, record meetings, maiiltain record of minutes, by laws, rules, amendments, and bring to meetings, and conduct general correspondence. Minutes are to record what was done, not what was said at meetings and should contain: name of club, type of meeting, date, time, location, and officers present. Each subject should have a separate paragraph and contain all motions including ones to be brought up again.
TREASURER: Is the custodian of funds. Require to make a full financial report semi-annually. A separate report will be required for shows, reports on numbers of new members, keeps an up-to-date list of supplies, (tee-shirts, window decal's, trophies, food stuffs, etc), which will be supplied by the custodian of these materials, disperses funds for club related expenses.
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Application for Membership
  Click here for Application in Acrobat PDF
Club Calendar/Events
We will be listing all local shows and cruises and bike events for next season on this site. If anyone has any dates or newsworthy items for us to post here on this site, please e-mail them directly to Butch DeZuzio, owner, Dayton Auto Parts and Speed Equipment, Paterson, NJ, at:
butch@daytonautospeed.com You may also call Butch at: 973-279-3770
Raiders Meeting Dates - Every second Tuesday night of the month, 7:30pm at at Rutt's Hut, 417 River Road, Clifton, N.J., (973)-779-8615. Directions: Click here for Rutt's Hut Info
(If in doubt, check with Butch at Dayton Auto Parts, Paterson, N.J. for meeting times). Every third Tuesday, the meeting is held at Paramus Elks Lodge B.P.O.E 2001, 200 Rear, Route 17 North, Paramus. Click here for info - Paramus Elks Lodge 2001
 
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