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On 2/1/2020 at 11:49 PM, peter_m7uk said:

I would post a picture, but I seem to have used all my Rhocar attachment space and can't see how to remove anything..

Go to upper right of screen and click your username, go to "My Attachments". Click the thread link to take you to the specific thread the attachment was you want to delete was originally posted in. Edit the thread post. There is a trash can icon to allow you delete the attachment.

Sorry its so convoluted. Any issues drop me a PM.

Thats fair enough, just looked a quick and easy option and probably less than a box will end up costing, although a box comes with lots of spares

Can get a brand new one for £180 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-SIERRA-GRANADA-CAPRI-TYPE-9-GEARBOX-TAIL-CASE-HOUSING-1096055/173926220330?hash=item287ecf822a:g:Qu4AAOSw3G1c-noJ

Looks like it is only up the road

Great night, good food and quality banter.

Having spoken to a few people last night and confirmed along with those of you that had replied there is definitely interest, this is one is a go-er.  I have booked into the Elan Hotel for Sarah and Me, will start a list at the top of who has and booked and where.
 

Nothing too exciting in this one, but I do explain some more of the plan and parts we will be using.

16?! Even I did more than that last year!

Brill I will mention it to those at the Mids meal tonight, but I think as long as there is a few of us up for it then it will be go-er.

I've been talking about this for a while and I know a few people had expressed interest so I figured I would throw up a post and see who is up for it.

Basic plan is this:

Dates: Saturday 23rd May - Monday 25th May (Which is a bank holiday)

Where: Elan Valley, Mid-Males

The Plan:

23rd May - Meet up for Breakfast at cafe near me (WV16 area), once we and the cars are full, follow a pre-set route to Elan Valley - 80miles

24th May - Run out around mid-wales taking in various stops for lunch, refreshments , fuel etc -150miles
Planned stops include Corris Craft Centre and Tregaron Kite Centre.
Dinner out somewhere together at the end of the day.

25h May - Possibly do something on the Morning (open to suggestions) then head home - Have a different route planned back in the general direction of mine should people want to do that which is about 65miles.


My original plan was to have done a reccy run before now and tested out the routes, but with breaking the kit for spares and starting the new project, I havent had chance, but knowing the area reasonably well, I think it should be a decent route with enough fuel stops for even @Andi to make it round without too much fear of running out of petrol!

In terms of accommodation, having had a quick look around Rhayader looks ideal with plenty of options at sensible money.  This link will show you some of the options locally https://tinyurl.com/vsovo6u

Also a campsite very close by that looks reasonable for those who prefer aluminium or canvas roofs https://www.campsites.co.uk/search/campsites-in-wales/powys/rhayader/wyeside-camping-and-caravanning-club-site

So, if you are interested, drop your name below.  I'm not sure what I will be driving yet, but if it comes to it, I'll just take the Scooby again.

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UPDATE

This is definitely happening now, so book your accommodation and leave a comment below with where you are staying so I can add you to the list - Also just to say, I cant vouch for any of the accommodation I have listed below, just lisited the ones close to where I have booked that are reasonably priced.

ELAN HOTEL
Stu and Sarah
David S
Mark B

THE SWAN COUTRY HOUSE B&B
Derek and Marilyn

THE HORSESHOE GUEST HOUSE
Kerry and Sharon
Jez and Andy

THE HAMPTON
Gaz

LLANERCH INN
Trev and Brian

CAMPING
Richy and Jackie

Car count: 9
People count: 14

Unfortunately without a v5 for a donor car, you wont be able to get an age related plate.

Having said that, Q plates have their benefits so I wouldnt be worries about going that route.

Depends how quickly I get the new car built, would imagine I'll get at least one Wales trip in.

All on the first page mate

Yeh it’s pretty good base, so couldn’t turn it down!  The Volvo axles pretty strong, seen Volvos around 450bhp still running them and only having issues when they are trying to launch them down the drag strip on slicks. So should be fine for my smokey old pinto

Well I suppose it is about time I show you all what is replacing the Robin Hood, so here it is, the first video in a project car series.  Look forward to hearing your thoughts.
 

I'll change the topic title to something more meaningful in a few days so those who are interested dont have the surprise spoilt.  Also, for those of you who havent seen them posted elsewhere, there have been a couple of videos showing some mini-projects going on prior to the start of the build, so you may be interested in catching up on this playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhF8mZsmx_w&list=PL-_tWQqniU8kE9fgNjIv3RsQQ0AwjvdbN

I always wondered what TFM stood for, and now I know   I live near the Bridgnorth one.

Still got a load of valve train bits, the pulley, and a mix of bolts for tings like bellhousing to engine.

Anything particular you were after?  Not sure I have much left but I can double check.

If they've broken then  would be worried about the rest of the harness. TRS do sell spares though http://totalrestraint.mc.rhp.io/accessories-harness-accessories/trs-accessories/snap-hook-kit_ct496bd191pd1681.htm

Mine was very much like that

Thats not the price We had to put in a high price to stop just anybody booking on as a trader without prior approval.  If you email the events email address on the advert then they will provide a discount code

EDIT:  Added an extra 9 to try and make that more obvious.

Are we talking fr32 and fr30, or rl32 and rl30? There is a significant difference in the advice that will follow depending in which it is.

what is the rest of the spec of the engine? Or is standard other than cam and carbs?

That location sounds about right, mine ended up roughly in line with the engine mounts too and meant some careful shaping of the reinforcement. 

Can’t help with details but I believe the answer is yes and the public “advert” is here 

Absolutely zero, completely unnecessary and I think wouldnt actually work with it wired in with the accuspark.