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alanrichey

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alanrichey last won the day on July 18

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    Robin Hood Super Spec (Rover T16)
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    Francis Alan Richey

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    http://www.rmrsoft.com

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    Swayfield, Grantham, Lincolnshire

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  1. I don’t think so. As far as we know there are only 4 turbo-equipped Superspecs currently in use and they were all sold originally with a turbo. But if you do find anyone then let us know as I’m sure some of us fancy the idea. I suggest you look further afield and ask the question in other relevant forums such as Rover T16, Rover/MG, Rover 200/400/800, …….
  2. We are now getting close to our second National Kit Car Show of the year, at the Newark Showground (NG24 2NY) in 2 weeks time. I am sure we can beat last years' attendance (2 cars on the Saturday ) but hopefully the weather will be a bit kinder to us this year. See https://newarkkitcarfestival.co.uk/ for full details. The Club Stand is in the usual place (see below) so let's see if we can fill it this year. Hope to see many of you there.
  3. until

    Yes, we will have a stand for members so we are all together.
  4. Hi everyone. Well August was one of the best months for some time. As usual we lost a few, but this time it was only 4 non-renewals (Technically it was 6, but 2 of them are long-term members who I assume have just forgotten to renew). But we gained 9 new members. Here they are (as usual it's Username (and first name if not obvious), Location and Area Sec). Welcome to all of them: Brian Thümmel Germany Stuart Thomson Dundee (Vacant) Nevil Ramsden Tenterden (Kent) ThanasisPolitis Jason Dunfermline (Vacant) Russell Seaford Solihull richyb66 James Wagstaffe Fenny Compton richyb66 Shorti1992 (Joshua) Yeovil apgodden Jamie Ward Plymouth Robbie 2B Darren Burbage Northamoton Me
  5. Just sorry I couldn't organise Saturday's weather as well for you. (I guess you meant 'magic' not 'manic' ? Or maybe not )
  6. Back from a nice day at the Stamford Car Show. Weather was good so it was very busy and there were plenty of interesting cars on show. We parked in our usual pleasant spot next to the river, although we found out later we were in the wrong place as they had redesigned the field layout but not told anyone No problem though as no-one seemed to care.
  7. I’ve just posted out the latest edition of the magazine to all those members that agreed to an electronic delivery. If anyone who opted for that route has not received the magazine please let me know (after you have checked your spam folder )
  8. Been a bit quiet for the first 2 weeks for various reasons (including my car's MOT) so time to get out in this glorious weather. Bit of a late call but we are going to have a drive out to Foxton Locks (LE16 7RA), 12:00 tomorrow (Monday 19th) for a picnic lunch. All are welcome. For those who haven't seen them the 'staircase' is a dramatic spectacle, and the site of the original 'inclined plane' which preceded the locks is also particulaly interesting. Anyone fancy joining us, let me know.
  9. Please do a forum search for "Car Cover", there are 68 posts on this subject and I am sure one of them will answer your question.
  10. If it’s a Rover T16 then it was brand new at build, the Superspec did not use a donor, the kit had everything. I’ve had my Superspec for almost 11 years now so if you want to know anything then please message me. The rest of the members are probably sick of me talking about them . if you become a member you will start getting the Club Magazine and I am running a series of articles on the Superspec. You will also be given access to previous copies of the magazine (I am up to Episode 6 at the moment.) Meanwhile download the information package I produced which has everything we have learned about the car over the last 10 years. It is at www.rmrsoft.com/Rover.zip I also sponsor a Facebook group dedicated to the model, just search for Robin Hood Superspec. the build videos are on YouTube, again search for Superspec Build. finally you might want to read my blog (see my signature). Basically there is a huge amount of info on the car around, you just have to access it. Looking forward to hearing from you Al
  11. Sorry, just a bit far for me. I'll try for you though
  12. July was not a bad month, although with Summer arriving eventually it probably helped. Once again we lost a few members (I always ask them why they are not renewing and about 1 in 50 bother to reply. What's happened to good manners in this electronic age ? ) But the good news is that we welcome 9 new members and one returnee into the fold, so things look good. Here are the new members, as usual the forum username (and first name if it isn't obvious), location and Area Secretary. Daveybradley Londonderry toriitom Paul Timmins Kettering Me mark Redwood Newport smpaarrkky calstocker (Callum) Wellingborogh Me karenthompson79 Sutton Coldfield richyb66 Ian Jones Ashbourne Andi Roger England Windlesham ThanasisPolitis (Returnee) ChaosQ (Matthew) Chilingford ThanasisPolitis Arthur Dexter Chessington ThanasisPolitis Strobe78 (Nicholas) Stoke-on-Trent Andi Welcome to you all
  13. Another cracking day, gorgeous driving weather. Burghley House is a great place to visit with plenty to see and do so is very popular. The big attraction for us is that they don't pay for parking, they charge only for the house and gardens. Even though the children are still at school (I think), the place was packed and the car park was full. But we found a nice spot in the overflow car park And as the old saying goes, "It's not the quantity that matters, it's the quality" Great day
  14. After a disappointing start at Kimbolton, I am not discouraged so still want to take advantage of this sudden burst of good weather. So we will have a picnic/runout tomorrow (Thursday 18th) at Burghley House at Stamford (PE9 3JY). I'm aware that many people are away on holidays (thanks to all the East of England members who wrote to apologise for not coming) but I am sure some are still around. We will be in the overflow car park (grassed so much nicer then hardstanding) from 12:00, all are welcome.
  15. One of the major classic car shows of the year, lovely driving weather, lots to see, plenty of food stands, proceeds going to charity. What more do you want ? Well apparently quite a lot more. I've just got back from the Kimbolton Classic Car Show, probably over 1000 cars being displayed, and we had been allocated a prime Club Stand right next to the Castle and the SuperCar line up. (and with an Ice Cream Van next door) So how many of our 350+ members turned up ? Well here's the answer (Techically it should have been 4 but the Club Chairman only made it half way before he has to turn back with engine problems) It's a bit depressing, and especially embarrasing for me as I booked the Club Stand in anticipation of a decent turnout Anyway, we still had a good day and my thanks to AndyW and thespannerman for turning up and supporting us (and Foz for at least trying). And to the few who apologised in advance with good reasons). I think I am going to have to stop booking Club Stands in advance until I know that at least a few cars will be turning up.
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