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Michael

I have for sale a Marshall J 100 supercharger. It comes with a pulley and inlet manifold. It has been used but in good condition. Pictures via email for anyone who's interested. Haggling starts at £1,150.

Michael

Our final question this year is from Cliff Morrell who sent this photo. Click Here for a Bigger Picture

My interest is that I owned and trialled the 4 wheel ‘Tiger’ XOR 500 
which is the vehicle shown on the left of the picture prior to me owning 
it from May 1963. This was one of only 16 or so cars in the country then.
(It still sort of exists, was ‘rebuilt’ from a box of parts a few years 
ago by a man in Colchester and this year was sold to someone in Germany 
for in excess of £50,000 !!!)
 
I entered it in MCC events in 1963 and 1964 and in fact got a 1st on 
the 64 Exeter.
 
 This copy from the original photo was given to me by the concessionaires 
for the TG500 Testwood Motors who were at Totton, near Southampton.
They imported these cars and modified and entered 2 or three of them 
from 1959 to about 1962 in all sorts of events, trials, rallies and 
speed hill climbs.
 
They also raced cars at the MCC Silverstone meetings in the early 60s. 
(I have race programmes from 1960 and 1961)
 
The driver in the picture is Ken Piper (black hair and moustache) who 
was one of Testwoods drivers, the car is of course generally known as a 
Messerschmitt and the main bodyshell was identical to the 3 wheeler, 
with 10 inch wheels instead or the 3 wheeled versions 8 inch, hydraulic 
brakes and a 500cc 2 stroke twin engine.
 
It was actually marketed as a FMR Tg500, they wanted to call it ‘Tiger’ 
but that name was of course used by other manufacturers, so they 
abbreviated it to Tg, but enthusiasts did and still do call it a ‘Tiger’.
 
The event shown in the picture is some sort of inter regional car trial 
with front wheel drive, rear wheel drive and rear engined team members, 
other than that I do not know who the other drivers were or where the 
event took place,
 
Year is between 1959 and 1962, cannot be more specific than that.
 
I realise that it is of limited interest but someone out there may 
remember such events, I can recall watching televised inter region 
Sporting trials which took place in Wendover woods, so perhaps the event 
in the photo was something similar for Production cars?
 
Would love to know more,

Michael

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Thanks to Ian Lawson for sending me this picture.

Who, What, When and Where?

Neither Ian or I know all the answers!!

Michael

a) Where
b) What
c) The story behind the photograph

A nice bottle of wine to the first person who can get it all right. Non-members can email me at mleete24@hotmail.com and I will post your answer for you.

Michael

Click Here to goto the Ebay page

From Andrew Browns site we learn:-

"This car has a lengthy history. It was first converted for trials use by Terry Mattin, then sold onto Tony Squires in Summer 1998. Tony campaigned it for three years before selling it to Patrick Robotham in Summer 2001. Patrick kept it for nearly four years before it was sold to Julian Lack who used it for the 2005 Lands End (only) after which it was resold once again to Richard Clarke - the present owner"

Michael

http://www.guildofmotorendurance.co.uk
Organisers of long distance reliability trials for hand built sportscars

Michael

If you own a hand built sportscar you are invited to take part in a Six Hour Endurance on 21st May 2010. The manufacturer of your sportscar will be who your team will be representing. Each two car team will consist of four drivers, a team manager and a mechanic. Pit stops, car and driver changes, refuelling, 240 laps of the Mallory Park circuit in 6 hours. The focus of activity will be on keeping the cars running at the required average speed for 324 miles.

No race licence required. The entry fee is £125 per person. Road registered sportscars only. Free admission to circuit spectator areas & paddock.

It was May 21st 1998 when Guild of Motor Endurance ran it’s first Six Hour at Mallory Park. 28 sportscar manufacturers were represented in the Six Hour 2008 by 104 drivers in 52 sportcars.

For more information, regulations and an entry form, contact: Secretary of the event: carolbury@hotmail.co.uk Tel eve: 01386 45556, mobile 07739 173995

Michael

On SATURDAY - yes Saturday 16th January the BTRDA Sporting Trials Gold / Silver Star final will take place at Hinton Park, Crewkerne, Somerset.

It may be of interest for people to come and marshal, or spectate and watch all the best Sporting trials drivers and cars from England and Northern Ireland going head to head due to its location.

Reigning champion Ian Wright will be very keen to defend the title he won in Cumbria last year.

The site can be accessed from : http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&tab=wl

Start Time: 0930

Its anticipated to be ten hills run three times in a wooded area used for the first time in April.

Any more details you want to know let me know.....

Michael

The Allen Classic Road Trial November 29th 2009, run by the Bristol Motor Club. One short clip from Ubley woods.

Michael

The Allen Classic Road Trial November 29th 2009, run by the Bristol Motor Club. Classes 1 - 6 on Big Uplands.

Michael

The Allen Classic Road Trial November 29th 2009, run by the Bristol Motor Club. Classes 1 - 6 on Big Uplands.

Michael

The Allen Classic Road Trial November 29th 2009, run by the Bristol Motor Club. Classes 1 - 6 on Big Uplands.

Michael

If there is anyone who won an award on the 2008 Northern Classic Trial and is competing on the Allen this weekend, could they hand the trophy to either Myke Pocock, entry number 38 or Chris Veevers, entry number 37.

Thanks.

Myke Pocock

Chairman

Fell Side Auto Club

Michael

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Michael

Hi All

There are still a few entries available for this year's Allen, you need to be quick as the entry closes this weekend.

Cheers

Pete

ps The sections are looking good, we got stuck in Ubley Wood and on John Walker! last Sunday

Michael

Michael

Due to work commitments and other interests [he's bought an ocean-going yacht!] Owen Briggs is regretfully offering his trials car for sale

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Have a look here. Anyone interested can phone Owen on 01707 392821 during working hours or use the contact form on the website.

Murray

Michael

1968 Scimitar special
V6 All adjustable suspension
Jaguar close ratio gearbox,
4 star diff. 15 ins wheels

This car has done two trials and 1500 road miles since construction.It took four years to complete! The parts bill was £6000. The engine has had a rebuild and all new parts were used in the construction were possible. It can be lowered for road or track use in the summer and used for trials in the winter.It has a correct V5 and is registered as a Scimitar convertible 1968 so has free road tax as well.it is on SORN at present but will be sold with 12 months MOT.Viewing is recommended. All offers considered. I do not really want to put it on Ebay ! Call Ross on 01763 853185.or rnuten@aol.com.

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Ross Nuten

Michael

1968 Scimitar special V6 All adjustable suspension Jaguar close ratio gearbox, 4 star diff. 15 ins wheels.This car has done two trials and 1500 road miles since construction.It took four years to complete! The parts bill was £6000. The engine has had a rebuild and all new parts were used in the construction were possible. It can be lowered for road or track use in the summer and used for trials in the winter.It has a correct V5 and is registered as a Scimitar convertible 1968 so has free road tax as well.it is on SORN at present but will be sold with 12 months MOT.Viewing is recommended.All offers considered. I do not really want to put it on Ebay ! Call Ross on 01763 853185.or rnuten@aol.com. - Ross Nuten

Michael

Joe has competed in PCT's and 4 WD trials in the past. He has decided to have go at Classic Trialling and will be looking for a car.

Michael

From an off-hand comment at work, I happened upon this, the Bowler Nemesis EXR.

Surfing around Bowler's site it turns out this is some form of "civilised" version of their rally-raid car.

Interestingly though, the link for engine info takes you out to Jaguar's engine tech-info website.

So what we have here is a high ground clearance chassis, with good suspension, sump guards and apparently designed to be fitted with a 6-speed manual front-engine, rear-drive power train.

The question is, would it be in class 7 or class 8?

Michael

can anyone please help with any advice on underfloor protection for a sprite.

all ideas welcome ,thanks darren.

Michael

Michael

I have just joined Classical Gas as I have recently started doing Trials. To date i have had some sucess and got a silver in Class 3 on the Edinburgh Trial.

i am looking for a navigator for the Hardy trial.

If anyone out there wands a bit of fun please let me know.

i have tried to out this message out before and I hope that it works this time.

James

Michael

I have finally got around to posting my recent Photos of the Edinburgh triial and the Ebworth Trial.

They can be found here;

Ebworth http://hoits.smugmug.com/Classic-Trials/Ebworth-trial-2009

Edinburgh http://hoits.smugmug.com/Classic-Trials/MCC-Edinburgh-Trial-2009

For the Edinburgh I was at Carlton, where the weather was great for Photography, with spectacular backdrops and plenty of light. Ebworth was rather different, taking place in a dark wood photography there is always a challenge, cut I think I managed to get a few good ones.

I hope you enjoy them

Dave Cook

Michael

Darren is new to trials. He hopes to do Class 0 in his Sprite

Michael

James started trialling last year in the red BMW he acquired from Dave Turner

Michael

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We really enjoyed our Edinburgh. After 20 + years in the Beetle we went open top with my 1172 Dellow in Class 0, a real adventure. We were delighted with the route and the sections, they were great fun without being damaging, for us at least, although there were a couple that I wouldn't have wanted to do in a saloon with limited ground clearance.

I think we climbed all the hills but I'm not bothered about that. For me it was the challenge of getting that old car round the route and driving it back home again. No mechanical problems apart from having to fill it up with water every hour as the radiator is leaking. However, we knew that before the event so were carrying a lot of water and some Radweld in case it got too bad.

The other class 0 competitors we spoke to all enjoyed themselves. Enjoyed the do in the evening although we didn't appreciate the waiting staff hovering to clear your plate away as soon as you finished, even if you hadn't. Also the do didn't seem very well attended and if the hierarchy were present why no speeches?

How was your Edinburgh Trial?

Michael

Start:	Nov 1, '09
Location:	Kensworth near Dunstable

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Michael

Hi all,

Tarka Trial Regs and Entry form are available from the North Devon Motor Clubs web site, www.ndmc.org.uk.

Hopefully my back, and car will still be in operation by the 1st of Nov!

Cheers Jason

Michael

Haven't got mine yet. Anyone know if that's a problem with the post or is it that they haven't been sent out yet?

They are on the members section of the MCC Site though. I see that the route by-passes Litton Slack. Wonder what the problem is.

Michael

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Thanks to Steve Nikel for finding this one.

Michael

Start:

Sep 27, '09

All Club delegates to the ACTC are reminded that the AGM and General meeting will take place on Sunday 27th September at 2.00pm. Venue is the usual, ‘The Majors Retreat, Tormarton, near Junction 18 on the M4. The Agenda will be sent out this week.

Michael

Stuart Harrold has asked me to remind you that:-

All Club delegates to the ACTC are reminded that the AGM and General meeting will take place on Sunday 27^th September at 2.00pm. Venue is the usual, ‘The Majors Retreat, Tormarton, near Junction 18 on the M4. The Agenda will be sent out this week.

Michael

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Michael

I have 3 twin bed rooms available for 3^rd October staying at the Alison Park Hotel, Buxton, at £50 per person bed & breakfast.

Contact mike_hayward34@hotmail.com for details

Mike Hayward

Michael

Start:

Oct 11, '09

Click here to download regs

link like this

Michael

Hi all,

If anyone would like to passenger for me, this Sunday on the Torbay Trial, starts and finishes nr Exeter, and its FOC! then get in touch!! 07854752025, Jbmotorsport6@hotmail.com, www.facebook.com/JasonByrom.

Cheers Jason

Michael

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I would like to thank all of those who volunteered, but alas, no one did.
We had just one response and that was a negative. I can only assume that none of you want to bother to take part in this trial. Should we knock it on the head now rather than waste our time all winter?

Michael

Start:	Oct 17, '09 2:00p
Location:	Abingdon near Oxford

Michael

I have sourced a supplier of new CWP sets for the E83W axle
There should be two ratios available :

5.571 : 1 = 39 / 7 teeth
5.125 : 1 = 41 / 8 teeth

cost in the region of £ 260 + post + vat

This is a large saving on the previous quotes [ less than 1/2 price ] { you could buy both ratios for less than the old price ? :}

I would really like to get this underway as soon as possible so could do with some definite orders

If you would like to get in touch with Carl send me a Personal Message through the group or email classictrials@googlemail.com

Michael

Michael

Hi all, I am Nigel Bartram a Falcon MC member (living in Bedforshire) and keen to passenger on this years Edinburgh...... If anyone finds them selves looking for a passenger in the next few weeks give me a call on 01234 855508

Michael

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Michael

Found this link while browsing. (It has a picture of Adrian Booth in his Peugeot). Could be useful for newcomers choosing/preparing for trials.

Michael

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does anyone know the guy who was or is trialing a tr 3 or what the shortcomings of this car are (for trialing) i am excepting it will be class 5 ,regards adrian

Michael

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The Clee Hills organisers are planning a morning doing some sorting out of the ruts on Easthope 1. The task is simple, a bit of digging to lay the section back to flatish, then retreat to the Longville Arms for a well earned pint.
So we need the help of any able bodied and kindly disposed enthusiasts to help us.
Who can we call on? You?

Michael

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You will see that I have changed the Discussion Area to what Multiply call "Blog". This is because this area allows you to use extra features, including the possibility to attach files, easily insert pictures and links etc. Frankly I should have set it this way from the beginning but we learn.....

All the old stuff is still on the site and I plan to add a search feature so you can easily find old stuff. You can probably add a comment to an existing thread in the old area but you won't be able to start a new one.

Sorry for the change but yopu will find it better. I promise :-)

Michael

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Posted on behalf of Ian Davis. The article is is in the attachments.

Attachment: PC Aug P1.pdf
Attachment: PC Aug P2.pdf

Michael

The article that resulted from two Practical Classics journos entering two unsuitable vehicles on this year's Bovey Down trial has been published. Not overly exciting but they clearly enjoyed it and we have some free and fairly benign publicity as a result. Michael how do I attach PDFs or could I just email them over to you to work your technical magic?

Michael

It ain't just the ACTC council worried about exhaust noise in Devon & Cornwall.

http://www.the-ace.org.uk/loud-exhausts-cost-cash.html

Interesting to see they are talking both about outright volume and tone of exhaust noise....hopefully they'll be concentrating on the kevved-up Corsas in Plymouth rather than on trials entrants but you never know...

Michael

The MCC put on a great event helped by the weather. Saturdays down poor dampened the ground and Sundays, sunshine with the odd shower made the going interesting. Its not my place to announce results but the same regulars made the quickest times. One has to admire just how fast an Imp and an MG Maestro can be piloted upon wet grass. The long lunch break with an on site burger bar gave all the chance to eat and socialise. I entered an MGB and with enthusiastic driving and soft springs managed to wrap the numberplate over both the top and bottom of the front bumper, like a stick on. It goes without saying that the boys and girls upon the bikes were even quicker than the cars. Our Celia still with a strapped wrist and the larger than life Yoshi, took home trophies. If you did not go there is always next year, if you can wait that long for a good day out.

Michael

I have an Imp, had a wild idea about using it for class O. Its a spares or repair needs to much welding for me, rear arches and rear floor. Its a late model imp alternator and heated rear screen very posh! paintwork tatty poor black respray over gold original. Engine runs and it drives .No brakes. It has been in dry storage for about 8 years then on my drive for the last 4 months. Fibreglass bonnet.

Anyone interested before it goes on Ebay.

Pete Hart

Michael

The guy has offered them to me for £150. I think he will take less or split.

They are in Southampton.

Don't need them myself. Anyone interested?

Michael

Michael

Hi all,
My normal passenger (the girlfriend) is unable to make this weekend, but not leaving it to the last minute or anything.......... I am after a passenger to sit along side me!

Its a free ride, in a 205. Give me a call on 07854752025 or if your really down with the kids you can get me via www.Facebook.com/Jasonbyrom

Cheers Jason

Michael

More here http://www.oldclassiccar.co.uk/trials.htm

Michael

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Pictured at Cadwell Park on 20 June. More here http://www.vscc.co.uk/vsccweb/news/news.jsp?id=625

Michael

You'll have to be very quick as it ends today but just got some new synthetic gear oil at 30% off their usual prices....lots of other oils at bargain prices:
http://www.opieoils.co.uk/t-june-special-offer-09.aspx

Michael

I found these while digging through some old photos. A very hot testing trial, July 2006.

Michael

Well, three actually.
Geoff Stone is selling his Suzuki X-90 on E-Bay. This is a ready to go car.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1997-SUZUKI-X-90-2WD-Fully-prepared-for-Classic-Trials_W0QQitemZ120435422233QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item1c0a82b419&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A7%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A0%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
or Item Number 120435422233 if you prefer. The car is in Derbyshire.

John White is selling his Golf powered buggy, another pretty much ready to go car.
http://www.partsemporium.co.uk/BUGGYCLUBUKFORUM/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2763&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a&sid=1f8bfe5477d393f1552bccdc5445d75c
He's joined the Class 4 club. The car is in Oxfordshire.

And finally Chris Poel is selling his buggy on E-Bay. Chris is better known as a whizz on 2 wheels, and wanted to try something different but has never quite got round to finishing this one.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VOLKSWAGON-GP-MK1-BEACH-BUGGY-SWB-TRIALS_W0QQitemZ160342312959QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item25552587ff&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A7%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
or Item Number 160342312959
The car has lots of the legal requirement stuff done; Fire Extinguisher, Number Mounts, Bash Plate etc, but still needs a little work to bring it up to standard: Exhaust and Spare Wheel Mount, but would suit some one who has more time than money. The car is in Warwickshire just off the M42

Michael

From Anne Whellock - I've been enjoying the postings with regard to Fifth Gear on the Ilkley Trial on and mostly off a Ural sidecar and I'm anticipating another press disaster, but I might be wrong, when the August issue of Practical Classics hits the streets from July 15th with the report by the two journalist crews who entered a Hillman Super Minx and a Triumph Dolomite of their day out on the Windwhistle Motor Club Bovey Down Trial in April.

Michael

Look no further:-
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200313797595

Michael

The Trial part:

http://fwd.five.tv/videos/ilkley-trial-part-2

Michael

Hallo All
I would like to to thank all of you who sponsored me for Race for Life. The run was Sunday 6th June.
I completed the course in 45 minutes and thanks to you all raised £1530 plus £245.38 Gift Aid MAKING A GRAND TOTAL OF £1775.38
THANK YOU ALL
June and Alex

Michael

Any hints as to a good trialling tyre for Mk 1 Dellow running 17" wheels? At present shod in Avon Tourists that need replacing. Many thanks for any advice...

Michael

Marlin Roadster SWB trials car for sale.red 1991,Marina based car.1800cc BMC engine.Peter Burgess tuned unleaded head,with twin SU carbs.Usual Marlin trials spec;10cwt van axle.double wheel rack,sump guard and hyd.handbrake,all by Fourtune Engineering.Spares set of wheels,many parts replaced including;brakes,radiator,battery,heater.MOT Jan 2010.TAX June 2009.Only reason for selling is to prepare trials Beetle.£3250.00.ono.Please ring Nicholas Cross 07974 110449 or 01799 523903.

Michael

Andrew Rippon and Simon Woodall gracing the pages of Volksworld magazine this month, pictured on the Lands End...significantly less shiny than the average vws featured in this magazine.

Michael

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1951-CANNON-COTTON-COMPETITION-TRIALS-CAR-NO-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ280348691086QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item4146158a8e&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1683|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A0|293%3A1|294%3A50

Michael

Mine was wet and muddy! We were in the select group of classes 3, 4 and 5 running at the back of the field. This meant that the grass had gone from the sections when we got there so we were battling a sea of mud. Nevertheless it wasn't too bad until we got to the Ellers/Peels Wood complex when the rain started in earnest during our two hour wait. Ellers was canceled for class 0 and beyond but we had a go at Peels Wood. A few miles up the road we had another wait of an hour and a half at Wilsons Wood which was finally canceled when Edward Broom got his Escort stuck on a tree stump.

This is when the rain really got heavy and our select group of around ten was very grateful that the burger van waited for us, even though it was nearly an hour since he had seen the last car. Incline was deserted when we got there but we had a go at Watergate and the section in the quarry. It was now gone 5 and we had a monsoon when we got to a deserted Peels Wood for what would have been our second gp had there been any marshals. The final four sections took a bit of finding but the stalwart marshals were still on duty so we had a go. We particularly enjoyed the last sections at Browns Wood as we not only saw a section ends board but actually drove past it!

We got to the finish at about 7 pm for our pie and peas supper. A lot of people had gone already, especially those who had a long drive in wet clothes. We left about eight when a very provisional set of results were posted http://classicalgas.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!9D45C19A8B93429F!3611.entry

On reflection maybe a lot of the grassy sections were ambitious in the conditions but I am sure the organisers will learn from that.

How was your Ilkley trial? And did anyone see Tiff in action?

Michael

Marlin trials trim ,van axle roller bearing diff, rostile wheels all round & spares ,Fiat 1600 twin Cam engine, Nwe starter & clutch for Lands End, Eye catching car. Spare Twin Cam 2ltr engine 3 gearboxes 4 Rostile wheels Tax July MOT Oct £3000 or offers Dave on 01752 845672 Mob 07791145590 Wanted Class 3 Car genuine reason for sale

Michael

FOR SALE: Trials prepared 1600 Beetle, as shown on left (the one used in the Fifth Gear TV programme last year). Details and pictures on eBay for 10 days. Starting price £500 with no reserve. Any questions to Alan on 01884 840090 evenings. Here is a link:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120420022500

If this does not work for any reason, just search on the item number

Michael

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I see number 25 in the Ilkley Trial entry list is Tiff Needell and Tom Ford on a Ural in Class D. So it looks like something coming up on Fifth Gear! Lots of TBA's about the bike but I would have though its likely to be a bit heavy.

Looking at their website http://www.ural-motorcycles.com/index.php?products I see they do Sidecar Drive models.

They are running at the back of the bikes so I guess early car numbers like Stuart and Dudley should get top see them perform. Here is the Ilkley entry list http://www.ilkleymotorclub.org.uk/Classic/entries.htm

btw watch out for trialling in Practical Classics as their team were out in force on the Bovey the other week.

Michael

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Nice in car Video by James, at least until Bishops Path where a driveshaft broke. You can see how small the restart box was on Felons Oak!

Michael

have finally completed ssorting out the photos of the lands end.

I was at the start at Plusha, at Sutcombe for most of the entry, I missed a few of the early Bikes, and of course at Blue Hills 2, where I missed both the early bikes and few of the last of the cars.

I have broken the photos down into groups by location and class, and they can be found here:--

http://hoits.smugmug.com/Classic%20Trials/764818

I hope you enjoy. If you want better quality copies pleae let me know, but don't expect an answer to quickly as I'm running a bit of a backlog.

Dave Cook

Michael

Have a look at John baker's site
http://www.jfbclick.com/G-LET09/index.html

Michael

Grahams In Car Video in his Class 0 Skoda

Michael

Not sure if you get a post announcing that I have put Videos in the library, but just iuncase I'll post here. One is my in car from Class O, not every section because sometimes we get too excited and forget to turn the camera on, but a good selection. And then a few from the tail end of the field, we went back to Blue Hills after we finished.

Graham

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Windwhistle's 5th Bovey Down single venue clubsport trial on Sunday 26th April is fast approaching now that the Lands End is over. Hope you all had a great Easter weekend and remembered to take the sun block. The closing date for entries for Windwhistle's annual trial is this Saturday 19th and so far I've received 33. Due to the constraints of the venue we are only accepting 40 although we could stretch it a bit.

Two journalists from Practical Classics have entered in a Hillman Super Minx and a Triumph Dolomite 1850 so it will be interesting to see how they get on on Normans Hump, Clinton, etc. The planned feature is along the lines of 'look how much fun you can have in your classic car for very little money' so we are hoping they wont be disappointed. Anyway if you were thinking of entering you'd better get your skates on. Marshals welcomed, as usual. Give me a ring on 01460 53645 evenings before 9.00 p.m. or email anne.whellock@btconnect.com

Anne

Michael

Pasties ? What pasties ? OK I knew that 2009 L.E. was the same as 2008 without a detour half way up the Roost and without the Pasties ! We had a great event. Not easy but achieved our own goals. Ceila had a tumble upon Blue Hills, a bit more than a "Wasp sting" but is now up and about with her arm in plaster. The boys upon Blue Hills 2 were very quick to their aid and all credit to them. Any one asking Roger and his team for the same again 2010 ?

Michael

Nice write up of the March Hare on pistonheads.com. At the moment there is a link to the story on the home page: www.pistonheads.com

Michael

Hello all

Sean Moriarty passengered David Malin in the Buckler on the Lands End. He is writing up his adventure for Motorsport News and wants some decent high res images for a short news story. This is for this week's edition and it goes to bed tonight so anyone with a decent high res shot, preferably from Blue Hills please email it direct to Sean ASAP. No guarantee it will be used but you may just get your photo published! sean.moriarty@haymarket.com

A full feature will follow in a few weeks time.

Thanks all

Michael

I've been a marshal on various motor sport events over the years but since I've been trialing, this was my 1st MCC marshals duty.
I was one of the team of marshals on Crook Horn Hill - Observed Test No 1 and was amazed at the number of competitors who didn't know what to do as regards to line B, my position. Many waited for some sort of signal from me as to when to start after they stopped, or didn't know that they had to stop astride line B or roll/drive back and then drive forward and stop astride line C. It was a "Special Test" NOT a re-start. The most at fault were the bikers, Now I know it's difficult reading the route card/instructions on your own and in the dark and I, as a driver have a bad memory and constantly ask my navigators to repeat instructions to me, but come on guys an girls we all read the instructions before the event don't we, so that on the night all we need is a quick look as a reminder.
Having said all that I had a great night out seeing the effort and skill displayed by the vast majority of competitors and will appreciate even more the dedication of the regular marshals who do it week after week.
If I marshal the same post next year please check what you're supposed to do BEFORE you arrive at line B of the observed test.
I'm off now to catch up on some more sleep, like most of you.
Reg

Michael

Sean Moriarty of Motorsport News is passengering (in car 238) on the Lands End starting from Bristol. He is going to cover the event.

However he needs to get back to Bristol straight after the finish ON SATURDAY EVENING as he then needs to get back to Kent on Sunday to cover Rallycross......can anyone give him a lift back??

If so can you contact me, or even better ring Sean direct on 0208 2675 390.

Thanks
Duncan

Michael

At last I've got round to posting the photos of my last two events.

The MGCC Trial at Lintridge Farm was a great day out, with relative few entries, some double driven, and all the sections fairly close I've organised this trial by Make of car rather by section, but I think it works OK.

http://hoits.smugmug.com/Other%20Trials/750895

The Kyrle I've organised by section. I did Jack & Jill, and Frans Folly and as usual had a great time.

http://hoits.smugmug.com/Classic%20Trials/751232

Now has anyone any good ideas where I should be for the Lands End?

Dave Cook

Michael

Video by Duncan Stephens

Michael

Michael

Thanks for your application to join us. However, we are a real names group and I need to know yours and make it available to the members to let you in. Can you do that by replying to this message or by email to mleete24@hotmail.com

Michael

Michael

Wasn't there as I was involved with one of our local trials at Eddlesborough (won by Ed Nikel to follow up his victory on the MGCC Spring Trial last week). How did it go?

Michael

Imp on its side on Blue bell

Michael

Hi all,
last minute I know.
Lost all my usual passengers due to family commitments.
Any one want a ride in a Liege Class 7 in the Kyrle this sunday
please ring me on 07969 459735

Thanks Steve

Michael

Well it's not yet a class 8 special but it would make a very tidy and competitive trials car: http://photobucket.com/sandrailbuggy

This is what the seller says:
This is a really nice Sand rail type buggy. It's powerd by a Passat engine.All alloy body in really nice condition. I do not know much about these things we just took it in as part of a deal. It is registered in 1971 so no road tax. MOT is until Aug. We have spent some money on it such as a full service and valet. It's just ready to go. We need to get around the £3,500 mark which it owes us but are open to realistic offers. But not silly offers!! I think it's worth every penny.
Phone peter on 07767888737 for more info. I can e mail photo's if required.

Michael

Thanks for applying to join us on Classical Gas. We would love to have you on board but we need to know your real name to let you in. Please let me know either by replying to this message or email mleete24@hotmail.com

Michael

Michael

For those of you feeling brave and looking for a nice summer project I've just put my Skoda Rapid up on ebay. Find it here:

Skoda Rapid on Ebay.

I will be selling various Skoda items over the next few weeks as I try and make space in the garage. If anyone is looking for a particular Skoda Rapid/Estelle part let me know as I may have one knocking about.

Michael

Hallo to you all. Many of you have sponsered me for the last few years as I enter Race For Life to raise money for Cancer Research in memory of my Daughter, the mother of Alex whom many of you will have met at trial scrutineering. This year in June I will again attempt to raise as much money as possible for this cause. I know we are in a "Credit Crunch" But can I please ask you to support me if you can. You can donate on my website http://www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/juney/
Best Regards to all
June

Michael

Hi everyone, I've just posted my photos of wood lane and Greenway Lane 3, on Smugmug. i'm pleased to say that I've got lots of Photos of the Winner, but that's because it was my favorite car on the trial, not because I'm any good at predicting winners. Photos can be viewed here:-
Start: http://hoits.smugmug.com/gallery/7633451_ok6nT/1/493485597_zJKBG
Wood Lane http://hoits.smugmug.com/gallery/7633467_T88VZ/1/493486742_UuDce
Greenway Lane
Class 1-7 http://hoits.smugmug.com/gallery/7633496_qVXKe/1/493489673_r48Ap
Class 8 http://hoits.smugmug.com/gallery/7633528_cUPgi/1/493491874_LbV4f

I hope you enjoy them. It was a beautiful day to be out and about.

Dave Cook

Michael

I spoke to B.I.T.S. in Bristol today and was told that 15" remolds are hard to make as they can't get hold of good casings. They will make then as and when!

The 13" are available at about £12 but again as and when they have casings to make them on.

Anyone interested in helping to make up a large order can email me direct at reg.salway@talktalk.net and I'll put it through my account with them, via my work.
I'm in Bristol but get around the country so could deliver or meet you somewhere.

Reg

Michael

Any BMW trialers got any mods needed ,engine size wheel type ( not alloys ) suspension to get one up & running for C R Ts Need to move to a covered car as my mate finding it to cold in the Marlin as he gets older not ready to give up yet just move on

Michael

Hi Michael,
i have a few photos from being very last car on the trial didnt see many people

Dave

Michael

Hello Michael - Sorry you weren’t able to join us today at the Mechanics Trial. I was running the start at Section 2, Alf’s Delight, and managed to take a few photos when the opportunity arose. So, here are four shots from a beautiful sunny Spring morning in Gloucestershire – so sunny that the glare has compromised the quality somewhat, but feel free to use them as you see fit. In order of appearance:

Start of the section, a glorious climb up through woodland onto Stinchcombe Hill on the edge of the Cotswold escarpment.

SDMC member Terry Coventry’s immaculately restored Class 8 Marlin, which he campaigned very successfully a few years ago, with the equally immaculate Troll of Nigel Moss following.

The superb Trojans of Steve & Phil Potter and John Whilton, last seen with frozen windscreens at the Haynes Museum on the Exeter; quite a contrast in conditions!

The HRG of SDMC member Stuart Roach, with Dave Wall passengering. The following vehicle is the Peter Treliving Austin 7, being driven today by Emma Wall.

Michael

Pictures by John Hammill

Michael

Would there be any way that a commercial vehicle, and in particular a pickup, be eligible for trialling without possibly having to go into Class 8 as a special? I see that the Blue Book Section J 59 and 62 mentions cars and saloon, closed, sports or touring car but is that it with no leeway?

Michael

I have managed to source some Kingpin remoulds of the approved pattern....

175/80R14 are £25 each
165/80R13 - price TBC

We are still working on 175/80R13 and 15" if anyone is interested let me know.....

Michael

Michael

Whilst I realise that Mike was probably given no option but to "migrate" and has had to put valuable time into the transition, can I put my head over the parapet and say that the layout of the new site is not remotely as 'user friendly' as the old one?

I am also not too sure about the ads. inviting me to "Be Naughty" .................

Mike, have you found fewer people viewing and posting since the change?

Michael

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