Well, the Morgan and I had our first outing today.

Nice day for a little drive—off for a fiddling gig for the folks at Shannex; then on to the Co-Op for groceries. Nice little daily driver.

A little dirty but her beauty shines right through.

Wanted: Interesting Vehicles for FHS Prom - June 20 (Monday evening)

Each year I get requests for chauffeuring a young couple to the Fredericton High School Prom held at the Delta. I takes an hour or two of your time. If interested, let me know and I will pass on a name to you. I only have one so far.

It's British Car Week! Oficially!

Check it out here, and be sure to drive your LBC (Little British Car)!

Pendrel races to mountain bike silver

     That's Johanna and Bruce Pendrel's daughter and I bet they are proud—again! Congratulations, Catharine.
     You can read all about it here. The event was a 26.6-kilometre race in the third round of the Mountain Bike World Cup on Sunday in Germany.

Climb to the Clouds

Hi Dave:
Here’s a link to the Mt. Washington Climb To The Clouds, happening June 24-26/11.  Would make a nice tour if anyone is interested.  Pinkham Notch/Mt. Washington, New Hampshire is about a seven hour drive from Fredericton.
http://climbtotheclouds.com/
http://climbtotheclouds.com/spectators/
Phil

Hmmm. What is that little yellow car?

That's the question Heather and Vic have for you.

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1948 Austin Healey Woodie wagon

The seller of this 1948 Austin Healey Woodie wagon claims that 17 were originally produced and this is one of two still in existence. A before and after photo comparison is simply sensational. Find it on eBay in Bedfordshire, UK.

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(Thanks to Robbie H for passing this one along)

All British Field Meet

Mark McNulty writes: "Here's a few pictures of my pilgrimage to ABFM in Vancouver, over 600 cars and bikes including 40 Morgans. Big turn out despite the rain."

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Photos are here.

The Official Report on the Lobster Run - May 21

     While the weather may have been the culprit in the low turn out of British cars for our annual lobster run to Dumfries, it certainly did not dampen the spirits of the nearly 30 folks that attended this fabulous event organized by Steven W. Thank-you Stephen!
     While the rain may have been the cause for many to use their non British automobiles for this tour, it did not deter several from bringing their LBCs, including the most determined, Jim B, who once again demonstrated his resolve by driving his MGB to this event—top down! Jim, you have been and continue to be our inspiration as were the others who brought their LBCs and non-LBCs.

Jag Bike?!!!

Thanks to Ralph H. for this one.  :-)

Car Shows in Fredericton Area (until end of June)

Just thought members might like the dates of local car shows in June.

• May 28th   Fred. High School 9am onwards 
• June 11th  Clarks Chevy 
• June 18th  Woods Ford 
• June 25th  Auto Machinery 

It appears Wheels and Deals are not having a show this year.
 - Kelvin

Lobster Run—Winner: FABAC; Loser: lobsters

It seems that Stephen captured all that was red today. Check out more of his photos here.
AND photos by Ellie and Jill HERE.

 

 

Lobster Run—a reminder

Instead of the regular Wednesday meeting, it was decided to do the following:

The annual Lobster Dinner at the Anglican Church in Dumfries is Saturday May 21, 2011.
The Lobster Dinner is $25.00, and Ham is $12.00.
It runs from 3:30pm to 6:00pm.
I would propose a FABAC run to the event leaving the Tim Horton's on Woodstock Road at 4:00pm.
- Stephen

Two E-Types and a Triumph out in very British weather

    What could be more British than two E-Types chasing each others water spray through the mist shrouded hills of rural New Brunswick.  I kept having visions from the Avengers as I watched Curry's car dip over a hill or round a curve.  The roads where almost empty as we headed towards McAdam and it was different not to have to watch my mirror to ensure others where still behind me.  In many spots we gave the big cats their lead and blew a bit of carbon out.
     At McAdam it was time for tea, crumpets and sandwiches as various dignitaries babbled on about stuff we didn't care about. We'd come mostly for the drive with the goodies being just an excuse to go. Curry and I hadn't been there long when Karen and Terry wandered in, shivering from their wet and cold drive in Karen's Triumph. We wrapped them in blankets and sat them next to the fire with mugs of tea.  It seems that they had taken a slightly different route so had not joined us at the departure spot.
      We wiled away a bit more of the rainy afternoon in the train station then headed out.  Terry and Karen wanted to visit a couple of local schools so the two Jags headed home together—again.  The drive back was more sedate but surprisingly, seemed to go quicker.  We stopped in Harvey for some ice cream at the old general store.  A couple of minutes later the Triumph caught up and they joined us on the front porch.  Karen and Terry were much drier this time as it wasn't raining nearly as hard now.
     Despite the small turnout, it was an enjoyable outing and because everyone had forgotten their cameras so there are no pictures.

Smart Cars with STYLE!

Johanna sent this one along.

Some things just have to be shared...

...even if has nothing to do with British automobiles.
     I was outdoors recording some cello tunes for YouTube...

When I came in to check the recording, Carolyn said I should bring my camera quickly...

(Click on photos for larger version)

Do you seem him? I guess deer don't have access to the Internet, so they have to get their music live.  ;-)  Oh, and by the way, if you want to see some of what I have posted on YouTube, including me playing the piano backwards, me playing piano and violin together, click here and it will get you started.

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Magnificently Beautiful Automobiles

These automobiles made it into the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. Check out their splendor here.

Jay Leno's E-Type Jag

Interesting 10 minute video that will interest E-Type lovers.
(Suggested by Robbie H.)

Spring Tea at the McAdam Railway Station

Saturday May 14th is the annual Spring Tea at the McAdam Railway Station. Sherry and I are planning to attend and would like to see if there is any interest from the club members to travel out with us. Tea is served from 2 to 4 pm in the formal dining room and is a popular local event. I would suggest we gather at the Tim Hortons on the Hanwell Road around 1:00 pm on with departure at 1:30 pm. I think we should make our way directly to the Station, enjoy the Tea, and perhaps stop at Harvey on the return for perhaps an ice cream for those in need (of ice cream).
 
Please let me know directly or leave a note on the website so we can plan accordingly.
 - Curry

Mothers Day Run Report by Bob E.

Click on photo for a larger view of Bob and his Citroen

     Ten whole cars assembled at the Exhibition Grounds parking lot under sunny skies (for once!) as the temperature continued to climb through the teens.  Kelvin arrived in his spanking new Mini to take part and give his car it's first real run since buying it.  We all took turns sitting in it and grinning like kids.  You just can't sit in a Mini and not smile.

Click on photo for a larger view of Dwight and his MGB

     Not wanting to waste away the day hanging around a parking lot, John called us to some semblance of order and we headed off south.  We took highway 7 towards Welsford which I found a bit boring since I don't really like droning along highways.  After a bit we left the clear skies that where gracing Fredericton and the temperature became less pleasant.  A few folks who had conflicting commitments left the group as we motored along and the six remaining cars continued south.  I amused myself by zooming up alongside other cars in passing lanes and taking their pictures. We soon arrived at Welsford and stopped in the general store to let some stragglers catch us up and have a pee break. Bladders emptied, we continued, now along the secondary 101 which I found to be a welcome change.  John had somehow managed to find a great little road through interesting countryside that was in reasonable condition. It wasn't long before we regained the sunny skies and John's plan became obvious.  The highway had gotten us down to the good road quickly so that we could take our time on the fun road getting back to Fredericton. It was also a perfect way for the cars to blow out some winter carbon.  I'd never been on this road before and enjoyed the new scenery.

Click on photo for a larger view of  the Alders and BLUJAY8

     We stopped at a little diner in Fredericton Junction for coffee and pie.  The temperature had continued to climb and most of us had shed our jackets by now.  This was now the last leg of the outing but was probably the nicest.  The road, not too bad to start with, had improved considerably and was smooth as a ribbon.  We meandered past some low areas and got a good taste of how far the flood waters had gone inland from the river.
     Everyone had a fine time on our second run of the season and Kelvin, despite some misgivings, was pleasantly surprised to find that his new Mini worked well on it's shakedown cruise.  Thanks to John B. for leading us on a fine outing.
   Bob E.

ADDENDUM from John B—Tour Leader:
     Nine intrepid FABACians (Jim and Ellie B, MGB; David and Carolyn N, Triumph TR6;  Kelvin P, Mini 1000; Bob E, Jaguar E-type; Bob L, Citroen 2CV; John and Shirley Ann B, MGB) left the Fredericton Exhibition Grounds for the 2011 Mothers Day Run. They were seen off by Gary and Barb (Triumph TR6), Curry and Sherry A. (Austin-Healey 3000), Stephen W. (Caddy), Jim and Shirley McE. (BMW) and Dwight B. (MGB) who were unable to make the drive due to family responsibilities.
      In beautiful sunshine, the group drove down H’way 7 to Welsford taking advantage of the high speed limit to blow off the cobwebs from cars kept too long in winter storage. At H’way 101, the group returned to Fredericton along the twisty road and escarpment of Hoyt and its covered bridges and the railroad tracks of Fredericton Junction. The Sunbury Diner at the Junction proved a pleasant stop for refreshments and some picture taking. All in all a pleasant three-hour Mother’s Day Run.

Photos at the gathering spot by Stephen W. 
Photos on the move by Bob E.
Photos outside the Sunbury Diner by Ellie B.

ANOTHER NICE DAY FOR A DRIVE!

WHEN: 1:30 pm  Sunday, May 8th
WHERE FROM: Tim Hortons, Exhibition Grounds
WHERE TO: Tracy, F’ton Junction (Sunbury Diner), Welsford.
WHY: Mothers Day
TOUR GUY: John B.

Get those tops down, blow out those cobwebs, come out for a really enjoyable Mother’s Day Run FABAC-style!

1950 CHEVY 437 MILES!!

Thanks to Vic for this one. Read about it here.

This Jag will be available in 2013...

...at a price!
Check it out here.

FABAC May Meeting Plan

Unless there's an outcry we will delay our next monthly meeting to coincide with the Lobster Dinner in Dumfries at the Anglican Church on May 21.
Many thanks to Stephen for once again organizing this wonderful event.
Thanks
 Gary A

May 1st FABAC Run - report by Bob E.

     It seems like at least once a year I spend the day (or week) before one of the runs madly fiddling with my car to get her ready for an upcoming run.  This year I decided to get that silliness out of the way early and do it just before the first run of the year.  The Jag had been running progressively rougher over last summer and this spring she had degenerated to the point of being almost undrivable. It turned out to be a massive air leak through a 42 year old gasket ("What!...only 42 years old!") between a primary and secondary manifold.  I'd never liked the secondary gizmo as it was an early attempt at pollution control so I decided to just remove it and bolt the carbs directly to the primary manifold as per the older cars. This involved much drilling and grinding of aluminium, the manufacturer of a new throttle linkage AND air cleaner housing.  I was rewarded Sunday morning with an engine that ran like it was supposed to.
      Four cars showed up at the exhibition grounds and we headed down the Lincoln road to do a short tour of the impending flood waters. While the wind was cool, the sky was clear and it was most pleasant. The route took us down through Burton where we had a good chance to observe the river inching towards the road.  Taking the Trans-Canada highway for a few kms over the river we headed back upriver along the 105 and stopped at Casey's Diner for coffee and pie.  The Russels appeared not long after we had sat down.  We all loitered over our pies for some time and discussed some upcoming runs.
      Not much can be said for the day other than it was an enjoyable first tour of the season.  We had talked about (at length) giving some of our runs a theme to spice them up a bit.  We really like this idea
and members can expect some interesting events this year (we hope).
   Bob E.

More photos by Ellie here.