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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

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.

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.

Last call. I have organised the weather for it so let's try for a good turnout. AndyW and I are aiming to be there by about 10:15.

I think Ben was correct at £5K for his Superspec, but that model carries a premium over the 2B. I think Foz is about right, although the going rate over the last few years for a decent, properly registered, 2B has been nearer £3.5K. Also the time of year is important, and this is the best time, as summer tries to arrive. So I would suggest a start price of £4.5K and accept anything over £3.5K.

Just received all the details for our Club Stand. The full package is attached but the important thing is that our stand has been moved this year, Rather than being hidden away round the Circle we will be parking in a prime position on the Square right next to the Castle. This is a great day out with lots to see and highly recommened. For those of you who haven't already bought discounted tickets using the code KCFCCS24 simply pay at the gate (£15). Enjoy Kimbolton Classic Car Show Information For Drivers 2024.pdf

The Superspec doesn't normally have a limiting valve, it relies on discs at the front and drums at the back to cope (Unless Al Milton opted for the all-round disc brakes option)

My money is on corner weighting. We’ve seen this behaviour before, caused, we think, by a bent chassis.

After a few requests from potentional members who do not trust Paypal we have initiated a new way of registering or renewing using Bank Transfer. It will be interesting to see how many people use this new method.

No need, my daughter lives near Kettering, I'm there quite often.

Ben: I've got one of these (it's out on loan but can easily get it back) so when I am back from holiday I'll come down and we can experiment. Al

Hi Ben This is an odd one. I haven't heard of any other Superspecs (I am reliably informed that it is NOT a 2B deritative, it is a model in it's own right) having tracking problems. Mine was way out when I bought it, but that manifested itself not in handling, but in excessive tyre wear. But my local garage had no problem adjusting it to the correct figure (a slight toe-in). And you are correct, you need to adjust the track rod (the one from the hub to the steering rack). What symptoms are you seeing on hard braking ? BTW, a very crude tracking check is to push the car. If you can physically move the car then the odds are the tracking is not bad.

Disappointing month after May. In June we lost 11 members. As ever, this was almost balanced by 7 new members (+1 returnee who had been away). I know I sound like a broken record, but we are doing well in attracting new members, where we are failing is keeping them. All suggestions accepted. Anyway, welcome to the new & returning members, here they are : (username, location and Area Sec). David Doyle Margate ThanasisPolitis Sarah Hobbs Trowbridge apgodden Issunaz (Martin) Dudley richyb66 Epither (Edward) Shilton richyb66 Dennis Reynolds Clitheroe Darrell Jason Sheppards Market Harborough philshelton Stephan Freer Syston philshelton Martmart (Martin) Worcester richyb66 (Returnee)

I'm by no means an expert, but you have already commented that the warning light doesn't appear to be working correctly. I wonder if the alternator is not getting exited enough to sctually kick in (I know it sounds daft but that is the technical term). What shold happen is that when you switch on the ignition the alternator light should come on, along with the oil pressure light. This is because one side of the light is fed ignition-switched 12V and the other end is connected to the alternator, which at this stage is at 0V. Once you start the engine the current flowing through the 'lit' warning light should 'excite' the alternator and it starts to produce power. Once that reaches 12V then the warning light has 12V on both sides so it goes out. I know that some alternators can also self-excite on occasions and maybe that is what happened to you on the first trip when it seemed to be working. So I should check the wiring of the warning light and make sure it is operating correctly.

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