It's on again this year so for those of you that missed out last year this is your chance. If you had your car weighed last year it will be worth going again, be prepared for a shock to see how much it may have changed.
The cost this year is £20 but this includes a Quality BBQ with all produce being sourced directly from a local specialist butcher. Places are limited to 15 which also includes our friends from Apple Counties Kit Car Club, Ian Stent of CKC Magazine may also be present to use the event for a future article in the magazine.
Please put your name down for this exclusive event where you can learn about the importance of corner weights and find out exactly how much your car weighs. On top of that I have booked the sunshine and you get excellent comararderie and banter from fellow members free of charge.
Yes please, I paid up but missed last year due to a mechanical break down.
So would like the Dax to be checked out.
Thanks Mark
Yep, I'll be there too :)
Please me to, on condition car is ready for the road......
Cheers Simon.
Grateful if you could add me to the list.
I assume it will be cars being corner weighted not the drivers - although the before and after BBQ comparisons could be interesting :)
Richard
I would love to come down and meet some of you guys and also get the Cat weighed, am I allowed to join in as a newbie member?
Regards, Steve.
Quote from: stevel on 07, May, 2011, 11:32:33 AM
I would love to come down and meet some of you guys and also get the Cat weighed, am I allowed to join in as a newbie member?
Regards, Steve.
Anyone is welcome to join us Steve, we are a friendly bunch, See you there :)
Putting some coil overs on the M so would be good to get it corner weighted after. hopefully Dave won't mind putting 1500 kilos on his scales !
was a good laugh last year, so would love to attend this year
the corner weighing is secondary in my thoughts, as there is food available
Quote from: David H on 08, May, 2011, 02:54:26 PM
Putting some coil overs on the M so would be good to get it corner weighted after. hopefully Dave won't mind putting 1500 kilos on his scales !
Do the scales go that high?
Quote from: MarlboroCar on 08, May, 2011, 09:37:08 PM
Quote from: David H on 08, May, 2011, 02:54:26 PM
Putting some coil overs on the M so would be good to get it corner weighted after. hopefully Dave won't mind putting 1500 kilos on his scales !
Do the scales go that high?
did the Spectre last year at 1300kgs - must add without me in it
I may be wrong Pete, but I think Adrian was actually sending a Subliminal message ;)
What time does this start? I've been looking forward to this but now double booked with a wedding. Sadly its my boss's wedding and he definitely notice if i'm not there, he's a very astute kind of bloke. Unless it starts quite early i'm not going to be able to make it.
Quote from: 'The Gaffer' on 09, May, 2011, 11:17:18 AM
I may be wrong Pete, but I think Adrian was actually sending a Subliminal message ;)
Phil - very astute of you
:)
PS: I cant do this this year - mid way through another Oz trip
Adrian
I may pop along for a catch up but wont need anything doing to the mini as I've only just had it set up by Dave.
would lick to come where is it
steve c
add my name to the list please where is it being held
Track Developments are based on a Farm Industrial Estate near Grittleton approx 10 mins away from Castle Combe. Full details will follow if we can get enough numbers to justify the event.
Can you put my name down please, but I could do with a morning slot as need to be back home by mid/late afternoon latest.
Quote from: Grin-a-lot on 09, May, 2011, 12:45:19 PM
What time does this start? I've been looking forward to this but now double booked with a wedding. Sadly its my boss's wedding and he definitely notice if i'm not there, he's a very astute kind of bloke. Unless it starts quite early i'm not going to be able to make it.
Sorry your post was missed, I will look into it for you.
What time would you need to leave?
Don't worry, I've spoken with Mr Camber and he's agreed to save a burger and sort me out another time.
My son in law Jim would like to attend this if possible, he isn't into computers at all so I would like to book it for him, thanks
Quote from: Hairy Santa on 19, May, 2011, 09:51:55 PM
My son in law Jim would like to attend this if possible, he isn't into computers at all so I would like to book it for him, thanks
Will he be bringing a kit Pete?
Quote from: 'The Gaffer' on 19, May, 2011, 10:09:49 PM
Quote from: Hairy Santa on 19, May, 2011, 09:51:55 PM
My son in law Jim would like to attend this if possible, he isn't into computers at all so I would like to book it for him, thanks
Will he be bringing a kit Pete?
yes he has the Mac1 at the moment, he has taxed it but hasn't driven it on the road as yet, but did take it round Landow last year when the sump went, ( been with him ever since) he also has a couple of rally cars so I dont think it would be a wasted space, would be one or tother, I'm doing this as he doesn't even know how to turn a computer on so has no way of becoming a club member but would like to be involved
Me too ta ;D
Hi Guys
re an earlier post - from memory the pads are rated at 1500lb / 750k each
I had a letter through the post last week with info on the Tour of Britain Historic Car Rally.
The cars are due to pass the farm between 1:30 and 2:30 en route between Badminton and Castle Combe.
More info on www.tourbritannia.com (http://www.tourbritannia.com)
As regards our arrangements, as before we will have each car on our setup patch and measure corner and total weights both with and without driver.
We also note the Camber and Tracking Front and Rear.
Then we send you off to do your own adjustments with help, tools, advice and interferance from fellow visitors.
Later after all the cars are checked we will confirm your adjustments.
We will also have the suspension demonstration models we showed at Stoneleigh for you to try out. We will also be able to answer your suspension and chassis related questions.
We will have a BBQ with top quality meats from Tucks Butchers in Sherston.
Any questions re our event either post them here of pm me.
As before No school age children as there is my works and Farm machinery to cause injury.
No Dogs as there are horses and farm dogs here.
Dave
Quote from: MarlboroCar on 08, May, 2011, 09:37:08 PM
Quote from: David H on 08, May, 2011, 02:54:26 PM
Putting some coil overs on the M so would be good to get it corner weighted after. hopefully Dave won't mind putting 1500 kilos on his scales !
Do the scales go that high?
apparently... 1.5 tonnes!!!!! aaaaagh
Ken.
Please can you remove my name? For the 2nd year running I cannot make it.
Thanks Mark
Quote from: Dixie on 31, May, 2011, 10:54:34 PM
Ken.
Please can you remove my name? For the 2nd year running I cannot make it.
Thanks Mark
I've done it for you, that's a shame Mark :(
My name will have to be removed also, as i said i will come of car is ready, alas it still has along way to go yet to be road worthy.
Sorry i really wanted to do this.
Simon
We are now down to 10 and need 15 to make this event viable. Can anyone generate interest from anyone else?
You can add my name to the list or at least the car as it will be there anyway as I suspect Thomas will drive it up as he'll be working doing some of your measurements. He seems to quite enjoying driving it ;)
So far..
Dixie
The Gaffer
Psymon
Ace Fettler
Stevel
David H
Hairy Santa
Steve C
Foggy
Peetee (AM)
Jim
Dave Bence
Richard
WestieBusa (Assuming his new batteries arrive)
TimC
Dave's had lots of input on my build - and will know that it's miles off being ready for a set-up. However, I'd quite like to bring my better half's MX-5 along if possible?
Quote from: TimC on 11, June, 2011, 10:28:35 PM
Dave's had lots of input on my build - and will know that it's miles off being ready for a set-up. However, I'd quite like to bring my better half's MX-5 along if possible?
I wouldn't have thought that would be a problem Tim, I'll put your name down.
Spoke with Dave at TD today. He will still lay the event on for 11/12 members including the BBQ and looks forward to seeing you on the day. I will not be there on Sat so Phil will take charge and sort out your £20 donations and the running order.
Have a great day all.
Ken
Proceedings start at 9am. Everyone on the list should have received an email with the address, map and telephone number.
See you all there and don't forget your £20's.
PS. Its not to late for anyone else to come along.
Hi Phil, Weather looking a bit dodgy for tomorrow? Is this event on regardless of conditions, as most of the adjustments need to be done outside?
Quote from: peetee on 17, June, 2011, 09:06:49 AM
Hi Phil, Weather looking a bit dodgy for tomorrow? Is this event on regardless of conditions, as most of the adjustments need to be done outside?
Agreed, just had a look at the forecast and I'm not looking to get soaked :(.
However, I have spoken to Dave at Track Developments today and he is still running the event but will not be offended if anyone feels they don't want to make the trip due to rain.
On the plus side, Dave has organised a barn for parking should we make the journey, the barn could be a little dusty but is dry and there will still be food available.
Dave has also kindly offered to do small groups of us on following Saturdays by arrangement for those who don't make it this Saturday.
We are still welcome in tin tops but obviously if we eat we will still have to pay for food that is prepared.
So Basically, its your call. Maybe see you there or not, but lets hope the forecast is wrong.
Hi Phil,
So i'm taking it is still on for those who turn up regardless of the weather?
Cheers,
Ade ;D
Quote from: Westiebusa on 17, June, 2011, 08:14:19 PM
Hi Phil,
So i'm taking it is still on for those who turn up regardless of the weather?
Cheers,
Ade ;D
In a word - Yes :)
Quote from: 'The Gaffer' on 17, June, 2011, 08:16:10 PM
Quote from: Westiebusa on 17, June, 2011, 08:14:19 PM
Hi Phil,
So i'm taking it is still on for those who turn up regardless of the weather?
Cheers,
Ade ;D
In a word - Yes :)
Thats not like you Phil i always took you as a man of many words!! ;)
Thanks ;D
bit wet but dont look to bad , so see you there
Quote from: Camber Dave on 31, May, 2011, 09:33:23 PM
Hi Guys
re an earlier post - from memory the pads are rated at 1500lb / 750k each
I had a letter through the post last week with info on the Tour of Britain Historic Car Rally.
The cars are due to pass the farm between 1:30 and 2:30 en route between Badminton and Castle Combe.
More info on www.tourbritannia.com (http://www.tourbritannia.com)
As regards our arrangements, as before we will have each car on our setup patch and measure corner and total weights both with and without driver.
We also note the Camber and Tracking Front and Rear.
Then we send you off to do your own adjustments with help, tools, advice and interferance from fellow visitors.
Later after all the cars are checked we will confirm your adjustments.
We will also have the suspension demonstration models we showed at Stoneleigh for you to try out. We will also be able to answer your suspension and chassis related questions.
We will have a BBQ with top quality meats from Tucks Butchers in Sherston.
Any questions re our event either post them here of pm me.
As before No school age children as there is my works and Farm machinery to cause injury.
No Dogs as there are horses and farm dogs here.
Dave
Many thanks for today Dave, i found it most enlightening and a big thank you for taking the time to explore and explain the possible causes for the particular handling problem i have been experiencing, i will update you on how it goes in tomorrows race ;D
Ade
It was good to meet everyone. Thanks Dave, Tom & Ben. Cracking burgers!
My verdict on the MX-5 toe changes: http://timsmnr.blogspot.com/ (http://timsmnr.blogspot.com/)
Hmmm.. my blog appears to be down. Its back up.
all car measurement now taken, time to do some work on it now
many thanks to Dave for taking the time to look at my caster, looks pos like it was put together wrong so with a bit of luck just a bit of rearranging what goes where
thanks also to the young lady who kept up fed and watered
well worth getting wet for
Yep, great day, if a liitle damp?! Good to see some new faces as well as some old ones! Thanks Dave for an update on the MAC1. I need to sort out the castor on the drivers side, but I'm sure with a bit of head scratching its doable........other than that, all seemed well? Lovely food too!
Really pleased some made it, took one look at the rain this morning and booked the day on something else.
Did anyone get any pics? Who made it?
A very enjoyable, interesting and educational day ;D
I had a rather wet journey there, but had my waterproof suit and crash helmet on, which do a great job at keeping the water out.
I got to TD at about 9.00am, to find Stevel already there with his Tiger Cat. Dave had already put him to work brushing out one of the barns for us to park the cars in out of the rain 8)
Soon after, we were joined by peetee, Hairy Santa and WestieBusa and their kits. TimC came along in his partners MX5 and pitlips arrived in the afternoon for a look around the cars. peetee took him out for a ride in his MAC1 and judging by the look on his face when he returned, he rather enjoyed it :D
Here are the early birds in Steve's beautifully swept barn:
(http://s1.postimage.org/15ej3wnd0/combineandkits.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/15ej3wnd0/)
We all enjoyed the excellent burgers, sausages etc at lunchtime and the ready supply of tea, coffee and snacks were very welcome.
The measurements showed up a few problems - peetee's car had very little castor on one side, Hairy's Dax had far too much castor on both sides, my car had a 2 degree difference in left and right castor, Steve's corner weights were way out, and the MX5 was toeing out at the front instead of in. Some effective adjustments were made there and then, but some of us have a bit more of a challenge.
Couldn't resist a photo of Big Red and Little Red:
(http://s1.postimage.org/15s1bwojo/masseyonyx.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/15s1bwojo/)
Big thanks to Dave, Ben and Tom (and the cook whose name I forget :-[) for such a great day.
Great day on many levels! Got there in the dry, met some great people, made some major changes to the corner weights, lovely food, good crack and a very different drive home without bouncing all over the A46.
Looking forward to meeting again.
Cheers fellas!!
Quote from: dave_bence on 19, June, 2011, 09:10:13 AM
Couldn't resist a photo of Big Red and Little Red:
(http://s1.postimage.org/15s1bwojo/masseyonyx.jpg) (http://postimage.org/image/15s1bwojo/)
Haha, looks like a bigger engine mod ;D
Nice write up Dave.