thanks rod, yeah i enjoyed it, my helpers warren, dad, and darryl fiddled away and got the old thing going pretty well, we were surprised how well it went
Regrettably i got a bit keen a bumped Robert jacks car, (The last thing i wanted to do), and bugged his run. So I must publicly apologise.
always enjoy catching up with you.
This is a quick sum up of the weekend.
To all the people who were involved in the Pre-85/Sports Sedans races, a very big thank you from the guy who at the start you may have thought was a grumpy direct old bugger at the drivers meeting/brief, but you all listened and behaved very well. There was a incident in the last race and I happened to see the start of it but have been informed of the rest of it. This appears to be a genuine 'racing incident' in which the 2 have chatted and sorted with no problems. Unfortunately a little damage was sustained by Robert but he will be back this weekend (better be, I love that car).
I hope to see you all there again with your great cars and smiles.
Apologies for my lack of presence in the pits with you all but I was a little busy at times, but watched every start and then a point for driver watch along with 2 others around track, and they reported good behaviour, close but controlled with respect.
Apologies for the first start, but it was a gremlin in the lights and the HD crew sorted it. You are obviously a very attentive and absorbent lot as you soon had the starts down to a T. You also all drove to standards that were asked for, great close stuff with respect shown, and a couple of you actually shook off the cobwebs as the meeting went on.
Great to see Gordy (until gearbag fell apart) and Dennis at it along with Robert in earlier races. That Orange Charger is not what you go shopping in and well driven by Tony along with the neat red Mustang of Shane. Pity Rogers Merc damaged its rear end but lets hope she is all fixed and ready next week end. And I can hear some of you saying 'that bloody little Escort and that Manon guy are a pain in the butt', but that is something that has not changed, he has been like that forever. Bruce was one of the original Sports Sedan members. Those Escorts are quick ah Paul, you going good as well. Great to see Roy and the Commodore up front bunch as well. In amongst this was a silver Viva doing it until last race when windscreen went west.
Awesome to see the Addis Charger again and great to see you as well Graeme, hope you enjoyed your ride as I enjoyed seeing and hearing the old girl again.
Roger Davis must have popped some get fast pills in the last race, man you had the Torana flying, air assisted and all. Great effort team and thanks for your assistance with the big orange Monaro Roger and friends.
From the front to the back some pretty cars, from big grey fire throwers to straight virgin white quick Toyota (a very well built and presented car) well done.
Pity about the windscreens in last race also, but when that is the main damage, (apart from Robert) all good by you guy's.
Thanks again for the standards you all set and catch you next weekend.
And a special thanks to our man from MSNZ, who has kept an eye on things and helped out in a very big way.
Late news dribbling in as I have been writing this afternoon is. Apparently the Alfetta has another shaft for gear bag, Robert will be back, Roger Davis hopefully can find a screen and perspex for windows along with Adrian and a diff for the Merc would finish it off nicely. And of coarse the long awaited Orange Monster and it's tamer Barry.
Curious, what broke the windscreens boys.
Cheers and once again thanks for your efforts over the week end and also the wife's and crews a big thank you.
Sorry I forgot the guy who done the most, big pat on back for John boy, thanks from all of us mate.
Regards
Grimme
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And an entry has apparently lodged and accepted for a red and yellow Mustang........
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Holy hell if this is correct I will be in petrol head heaven for the whole three days. We desperately needed this to happen and it is really great to see. Roll on Friday and the sights and sounds to come. This will hopefully encourage other car owners that it is time to bring them out to play.
Now when are we going to see that Miss Victorious ??? Yeah Ha
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And I sure as hell can't wait to see all of the above and some more on track this coming weekend!
As coordinator of this class I can confirm this, yeehaaa, welcome aboard George and we hope you will have a fantastic weekend with the usual suspects.Originally Posted by Malcolm McLeod
You were the one that started this ball rolling.
And Malcolm- thank you for posting this, take a bow for being first with this news.
If anyone else with a suitable car wants to be part of the EXTRA special event contact me ASAP
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As mentioned Mike, off your knees and don't be late, could be a crowd at Pearly Gates
Miss Victorious is in good hands and doing well at the old persons revival clinic, it takes time, we don't want her ending up like Michael Jackson with a rushed job. Her nose must be perfect, to go with the rest of her.
Rod I will be there on Thursday afternoon awaiting its arrival. This is the best possible news for the class and the sight and sounds of these historic cars will be treasured for the rest of the year. There are going to be some great shots posted on this thread from Friday onwards.
I understand that the Victor is being worked on and the front end is nearly complete.
So many great cars still around - hopefully this class will gain the momentum needed to persuade these owners to come and join in. Imagine the ex Spinner Black Camaro in there as well.
Hi John, can you make sure that the original paperwork from the weekend for the Addis Charger is sent to the MSNZ asap so the logbook etc can be sent. MSNZ Tech Dept. P.O.Box 3793 Wellington
Crunch- I am onto it now.
This class HAS to grow now the ball is rolling and should be inked into next year's Festival programme.
I am running a low key meeting April 21st (at HD) and have a space in the programme. An open saloon grid would be my preference. Seems a shame to have a licence and only run once a year...
ERC, it will grow hopefully as wheels are spinning and contact with some other very interesting cars and drivers is on going with positive vibes. to all who have taken part and those with interest, lets keep in contact and go ahead with this, as I believe it is a goer, and a big thank you to uncle George for starting the ball rolling, it rolled slow to start but is picking up motion.
Hi Ray (ERC) and Rod Grimwood. Have sent you a PM.
Cheers Dave Graham
PM Received Dave. Our series BBQ will be available for you and will need transporting down from the apartment garage. I have let Dale know as I don't think cooking sausages on his exhaust manifold really appealed...
Not sure how much gas is in it but it comes with a set of BBQ tools. I'll be there Friday and probably early Saturday.
Thanks to Auckland Engineering Supplies for donating the BBQ to our series.
Great pics snoozin.
PM you Dave, will contact you, think it good idea for get together after Saturday, Even Sunday as Monday is holiday.
You guys into a sausage and chilly drink and chin wag.
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Shell has released a report predicting the end of petrol-powered cars will be in 2070.-todays Herald.
Well , we now have a deadline to get those unfinished cars out here ,no excuses and make sure Hampton Downs 2070 is a real event to be remembered.
Just got back from Barrys.
We threw a rope on it and towed it round the block at Highbrook.
THE ENGINE STARTED, AND HE DROVE IT.
The Monaro lives again.
Front oil seal to be replaced in the morning
It will be a tribute to all who have invested so much time and money into this project to get Barry on track and that horny looking car doing what it does best. I will be there to help in any way possible - just ask.
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