Now let's see--I need trailer registration, lights...hmmmm.
Barrel Races at Woodstock--Our Girls Rock!
Jim W. led our little group of four cars(Jim W in his Morgan Plus 4, Jim and Shirley in their Z4, Vic in his Miata and David in his Morgan Plus 4 SS) to Connell Park in Woodstock where we had a chance to see mother and daughter show their stuff in a barrel racing competition. The visual WOW factor when you see Lorraine and Jenny doing what they love on two beautiful Arabians takes more than photos to capture. Jenny blew away the whole field in both Youth and Open classes.Here's a short video of Lorraine in action:
And here are some fine photos from Vic. D.
Saturday afternoon project - Ramps
If you have ever tried to work under a car with 4" clearance, then you appreciate things like pits, hoists, jacks, axle stands, etc. Although I have a pair of standard metal ramps that are fine if you just want to get under the front, but I thought how nice it would be if a person had four wooden ramps that could be placed ahead of the wheels and drive up on them for a nice 10" clearance. A little thinking, and a look at my considerable pile of rough-cut 2 by 8s and a plan emerged. Then I thought I should check the Internet for better ideas--didn't find a better idea but found an identical plan--nothing new under the sun. A little measuring, a little sawing and a little nailing and voila! (Yes, each of those pieces was cut at a 45ยบ angle--an improvement over the plans I saw on the Internet.)
Did an oil change immediately after competing the project and was thoroughly satisfied. Decided to do a little washing as well and was happy to not have to bend over for every part of the job. Ah, the little pleasures in life. :-)
Watch Lorraine W. and Jenny in Barrel Racing Competition - this Sunday
Sorry for the late notice but here's the info:
Here's another excuse for us to get those Little British Cars on the road.
Jim W. will be leading the way for those interested in seeing the action.
Meet on Sunday at Tim Hortons up on the Hanwell Road in time to leave at 9:30a.m.
Event starts at 11:00 at Connell Park Raceway in Woodstock.
You can learn more here about this N.B./P.E.I. Barrel Horse Association (www.npbha.org) event.
A Report from our own Travelin' Phil O.
| Hi Dave: Just reading the trip report about the McAdam run. Looks like it was a good trip. I decided last Wednesday to take a run of my own that I've been thinking about for a while. Left Freddy Friday morning and arrived in South Boston, VA for the Heacock Classic Gold Cup Historic Races at Virginia International Raceway Saturday about noon Saturday. I met up with a friend who ia crew chief of an MGB in vintage racing team and spent a day and a half at VIR. Even got to do a couple of fairly hot "parade laps" in an MGB v8. http://www.virclub.com/2009-events A lot of interesting and rare cars here. Took lots of photos. I'm attaching a few that I've reduced in size; not sure if you have high speed. Note the ones captioned Super Dave! I'm in Durham, NC now for the next few days. Post some of the pics if you like Dave but thought I'd share them with you......the yellow Morgan and the AeroMax especially (it's for sale if you want it.........I'll be in their shop Wednesday and can drive it home for you. :~) take care Phil .jpg) |
...and this followup note from Phil:
I spent this morning in a combination machine shop and British and European car repair/restoration shop in Danville, VA. Walking into the repair side is enough to give a car guy heart palpitations and cause him to drool! Everything here from a Subeam Imp, Arnolt-Bristol, various Lotus 7s and Elans, a Bentley, one off factory early seventies Mercedes Benz with AMG 8 liter v8, a BMW 507 that will be in the one million $$ range when finished, a Jag C Type, a Porche Speedster, several Minis, Lotus and Cooper race cars, an early 70s Ford Escort rally car that was driven to a world championshipa 1947 MG TC barn find in need of complete restoration and even several motorcycles.
I'll see if I can send some pics later. Trying to stay out of the Nort Carolina heat and humidity for a while!
I'll see if I can send some pics later. Trying to stay out of the Nort Carolina heat and humidity for a while!
A Visit to the McAdam Train Station - What a day!
It's somewhat redundant to provide a write-up for this run since the WHOLE CLUB WAS THERE! Waiting in the parking lot of Porter's restaurant on a fine (and getting finer) Saturday morning, we watched car after car roll up. Folks we haven't seen in ages were welcomed back into the fold, and others even had their kids driving the spare LBCs. 21 cars (twenty one!) headed towards McAdam down the good ole Hanwell. At Harvey we were met by two more, and continued via a somewhat circuitous route.
The day couldn't have been better with warm temps and fluffy white clouds. I'd invited Ian along and let him drive on the trip out. It's a nice change to be a passenger in my own car as it's driven by someone whom I know will take good care of 41 year old machinery. His enthusiasm overcame him from time to time as he'd roar away from a stop (letting the lovely sound of that engine resonate off the woods) only to have to drive along at 40KPH while the others caught up.
Once in McAdam we lined up at the train station and were joined by yet two more FABACians. Twenty five whole cars graced the station. It was a sight to bring tears to one's eyes.
The club was treated to a tour and history lesson of the town's partially restored train station interspersed with humorous stories and anecdotes. After a light lunch in the restored 50's style diner, the tour continued.
On the way home a quick stop was made in Harvey for ice cream.
The trip and tour was a huge success for the club and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. We have added this tour to our repertoire with plans to return next year. We've also added a bit of FABAC lore with the introduction of 'railroad' pies. Watch for one at our next potluck.
- Bob E.
And click here for more photos, thanks to Pat Sw.
An Invitation from Kings Landing
You may recall at our May meeting, information was relayed re a Fathers Day Weekend event at Kings Landing entitled "Carriages and Cars".
I have more information from them inviting us to display our British cars at the event on either or both June 20 and 21. Any antique car owners coming to exhibit their treasure on wheels get a Kings Landing Family pass (2 adults, 2 children) for the day.
I have more information from them inviting us to display our British cars at the event on either or both June 20 and 21. Any antique car owners coming to exhibit their treasure on wheels get a Kings Landing Family pass (2 adults, 2 children) for the day.
E-mail me to confirm your plan to participate before June 15th, 2009.
"Bring Dad out to experience the history of 'horsepower' in New Brunswick and the evolution of transportation from 19th to 20th century. Including a rare showing of Kings Landing's renowned carriage collection."
This might be traveling with you to McAdam
Details for this Saturday's McAdam Run
On Saturday, the 6th of June, FABAC will gather at Porter's Diner at 1761 Hanwell Rd.(which is about 5.8km from the intersection of the Hanwell and Rte 2 bypass). We will depart at 9:15AM towards Harvey where there'll be a short TP stop. We will follow highway 3, route 630, then highway 4, arriving in McAdam at noon (or so). There will be a tour of the restored train station followed by lunch at 1:00 PM.
We already have over 30 people signed up and urge anyone else to e-mail David soon if you plan to come. Numbers must be turned in to the folks at McAdam.
We already have over 30 people signed up and urge anyone else to e-mail David soon if you plan to come. Numbers must be turned in to the folks at McAdam.
- Bob
Organized by Dennis W and Bob E
PS: Phil reminds us that this is International British Car Week so get them out and drive 'em!
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