Delta's Earl Grey Break 2014

[p261brm]

Now the dust has settled a bit after the 'Classic' has any one else had the good fortune to re-apply for an HTP as many will have to? Understandably roll over hoops/cages seemed to take some deal of importance in the process. Whilst I do not, under any circumstance to either see or hear of any tragedy in historic or modern motor sport, is the matter of roll over hoops, cages etc part of the inspection for the issue of an HTP. The way I see it, unless a complete cage is built to today's F1 standard, materials etc. and the whole car placed inside it, the roll over hoop/cage will be entirely reliant on the original structure's capabilities to withstand the forces imposed on it, should an incident occur.

[zefarelly]

I've not bothered yet, and not sure I will, just seems like a swizz. In ten years my cars never been inspected or checked by anyone for anything other than routine race scrutineering.

[FISCracer]

For the first time ever racing FIA cars I was asked to produce my HTP for the Marcos at the Oldtimer GP two weeks ago. That's Germans for you. I have never been asked to produce them in before in 8 seasons with MGB, TVR and Attila in the UK, France, Belgium, Holland or Italy.

Like many others I won't be bothering getting new papers unless it is a necessity for an event or championship and certainly not for all the cars. I think Mr Todt's idea of cashing in on the value of historic cars may not bring in the revenue he expected.

[Eric Falce]

Was told on Friday that there is no Victor Meldrew race this year, only race I enjoy, will have to contact John and find out why.

[Tim Falce]

I don't bloody believe it

[delta]

You will all be pleased to know that I am spending another night in the services . Trailer lights gone up in smoke this time . Great shame as all 5 cars we had at oulton ran well just of to get my mc Donald's meal included in the h g v parking fee . Roll on Zandvoort next week

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by Eric Falce

Was told on Friday that there is no Victor Meldrew race this year, only race I enjoy, will have to contact John and find out why.

Perhaps it could be held at my other nearest track "Almeria"

[GORDON STREETER]

It's OK for you guys in the UK with that nice cool rain while I have to "endure" the weather down this end !

[Eric Falce]

Originally Posted by GORDON STREETER

Perhaps it could be held at my other nearest track "Almeria"

Well I would be up for that, change it to the 'Wrinklies outing'. .

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by Eric Falce

Well I would be up for that, change it to the 'Wrinklies outing'. .

I think we might have to fit bigger radiators and aircon !

[gary396]

Originally Posted by GORDON STREETER

It's OK for you guys in the UK with that nice cool rain while I have to "endure" the weather down this end !

I see the beach is rather crowded this time of year Gordon.

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by gary396

I see the beach is rather crowded this time of year Gordon.

There was a fair number of people further down the beach, I don't like crowds and I was having a quiet early evening drink while a group was setting up in front of me for a gig later on.
This was in Carboneras about ten miles down the coast.

[Mike Bell]

Not much to do, and will be on track for a shakedown. Targeting a circuit in Sussex next Tuesday......

[grantp]

Originally Posted by Mike Bell

Not much to do, and will be on track for a shakedown. Targeting a circuit in Sussex next Tuesday......

Looking very nice Mike.

I assume the radio aerial fitment is on the list somewhere? Or are you planning to make do with the 8 track?

[Alfaholic]

There's something about that Jagermeister livery isn't there.

[Malcolm Smith]

Originally Posted by Mike Bell

Not much to do, and will be on track for a shakedown. Targeting a circuit in Sussex next Tuesday......

Very impressive !

Was HWRT Tuning a company who would have prepared this type of
car in period?

[MGDavid]

Blimey how big was the job lot of that paint?
(I like it muchly BTW)

[terence]

Originally Posted by Alfaholic

There's something about that Jagermeister livery isn't there.

Certainly is, its very popular over here. There are two Bmw's parked outside at the moment-one E30and one E 36.No mk 2 Escorts though, looks very nice Mike.s

[terence]

Originally Posted by Alfaholic

There's something about that Jagermeister livery isn't there.

Certainly is, its very popular over here. There are two Bmw's parked outside at the moment-one E30and one E 36.No mk 2 Escorts though, looks very nice Mike.s
Btw anyone ever checked out www.yasni.com
We sometimes use it to check on some customers, very interesting as it shows who else has checked up on them as well-fascinating!.

[Peter Mallett]

Mike, great job, is it entered for Portugal?

[Cliff Ryan]

Mike, the RS looks great, as I knew it would

Just got back from watching the US Open at Flushing Meadow, which is on the site of the NY World Fair in 1964 where the Mustang was first revealed!

Mustang all ready & shiny for Lime Rock Historic, where I'm headed tomorrow

[delta]

I suppose life is tough at the moment Cliff .

[Mike Bell]

Originally Posted by Malcolm Smith

Very impressive !

Was HWRT Tuning a company who would have prepared this type of
car in period?

Thank you all for the kind comments. Thing about Jagermeister livery is that it is so simple. Just the colour and their logos!

German preparer HWRT Tuning prepared a Gp1 RS2000 for Mario Ketterer 1980/81, and that is the car I have replicated. Ketterer was often sponsored by Jagermeister, including with an M3 in later years. The font for 'HWRT' on Escort windscreen isn't right so the graphics guys are having to find the correct one, but the rest of their work is spot on!

If car performs OK on tuesday and not handle too badly will be looking to take it to Portimao. Suspension is all standard / homologated and non adjustable, so any changes needed are long winded! Expect I will need even shorter and stiffer front springs at least, and they will have to be be specially made, as have reached the limit of what is available over the counter. Anyone know a specialist spring maker who can handle any size and rate? (Have found one, but interested if are more than just them.)

[grantp]

Originally Posted by Cliff Ryan

Mustang all ready & shiny for Lime Rock Historic, where I'm headed tomorrow

So you're missing CSCC at Donington to go to Lime Rock?

Unbelievable ...

[grantp]

Originally Posted by Mike Bell

German preparer HWRT Tuning prepared a Gp1 RS2000 for Mario Ketterer 1980/81, and that is the car I have replicated.

I may be wrong and I don't want to appear picky but ....

Shouldn't it be Left Hand Drive?