Delta's Earl Grey Break 2014

[zefarelly]

we have made some serious progress with PEA this last week or so . . . it actually looks like a Cortina again now. whole new front end on, repaired wings, restored inner wing and retro fitted an original battery tray . . . cage and paint next (expensive bits!)


looks like work will stop for a little while as I've run out of money . . . but hopefully restart in the very near future. ie when I've earnt some/sold something!

[grantp]

Originally Posted by John Turner

Grant, many thanks. The 4GT is pretty stunning too isn't it?

I think Simon would probably say he has the best job in the world.

The 4GT is indeed very nicely presented. Have to say I'm not a great fan of the blue compared to many of the other colours that are around but it still looks good and goes well.

It's not incredibly obvious 'live' but I noticed in one of the shots that the car is 3 wheeling so I would guess that the handling is giving some confidence.

[terence]

Originally Posted by Mike Bell

Very unfair on Kings Lynn, Terence. If nothing else they have one of the most interesting Classic car auctions there! The next sale at Anglia Car Auctions looks just as interesting as usual.... We also have the local East Anglian Motor Auctions at Wymondham

You obviously never attended any of the earlier auctions Mike, it was THE place for getting rid of rubbish that had been bodged with chicken wire and plaster.Had the "pleasure" of restoring a Avenger "Tiger" that wasn, t really what the vendor claimed.

[delta]

Originally Posted by zefarelly

we have made some serious progress with PEA this last week or so . . . it actually looks like a Cortina again now. whole new front end on, repaired wings, restored inner wing and retro fitted an original battery tray . . . cage and paint next (expensive bits!)


looks like work will stop for a little while as I've run out of money . . . but hopefully restart in the very near future. ie when I've earnt some/sold something!

You are not alone Joe this winter been the worst I have ever had at Delta. On the positive side my dear friend long departed always told me that as long as you have a race car in the garage then there is always hope.
Better go Mrs Delta taking me to a wedding reception. FFS.

[terence]

Thought you were already married?

[GORDON STREETER]

For all you marmalade lovers !

[grantp]

Sounds like a great way to start the day Gordon.

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by grantp

Sounds like a great way to start the day Gordon.

I don't actually like "normal" marmalade but I might change !

[grantp]

Originally Posted by GORDON STREETER

I don't actually like "normal" marmalade but I might change !

I winder what inverting the recipe might do - put some marmalade in the beer?

I checked the F&M web site and searched for marmalade but didn't find one with beer. Other drinks, but not beer.

It did list a few bottles of expensive wine for some reason. Not a bad start to the day, I suppose, for those who can afford them. But then such folk may not be thinking of marmalade as a morning time comestible.

[GORDON STREETER]

http://www.dalemainmarmaladeawards.co.uk/

[grantp]

Originally Posted by GORDON STREETER

http://www.dalemainmarmaladeawards.co.uk/

Ah ha!

Probably a bit early yet for it to be listed then.

I'll have to pop down to the Co-op and get a couple of jars of their 45p 'Orange Marmalade', warm it up, add a can of something and see how it comes out. Just a quick concept test whilst waiting for the proper thing you understand.

Can one pre-order from F&M?

[Derwent Motorsp]

Dalemain is also the venue for the Cumbria Classic & Motorsport Show on August 17th. The Show, now in its 26th years, will feature 90 years of MG and Lotus Legends this year. There is usually around 600 cars on display plus autotests and arena displays. It's run by the Wigton Motor Club - MSA Motor Club of the Year.

It's the 250th anniversay of Earl Grey's birth and there are celebrations of that at his monument in Newcastle. He acheived a lot but is best remembered for his tea!

[Paul D]

OK, I know a couple of regular contributors to this thread will know this, so can someone help me out?

Now that Mallory is open for business again, does anyone know the cost for a day testing (car, obviously!)?

I also believe that cars will be on alternate Wednesdays, from March the 5th - is that correct?

Thanks in advance chaps.

[HRSTR5]

Originally Posted by Paul D

OK, I know a couple of regular contributors to this thread will know this, so can someone help me out?

Now that Mallory is open for business again, does anyone know the cost for a day testing (car, obviously!)?

I also believe that cars will be on alternate Wednesdays, from March the 5th - is that correct?

Thanks in advance chaps.

Believe Delta is planning to be there tomorrow ....

[delta]

Yep all day,£275.00 for the whole day.

[Peter Mallett]

Looks like last week was bike testing. https://www.facebook.com/malloryparkcircuit so cars it would be this week.

Edit: Delta beat me to it. Of course breakfast is extra.

[GORDON STREETER]

Can others remember testing at Goodwood at the same time as bikes ?
and I mean at the same time on the track !!!!!

[delta]

Yep, we took a side car there with a couple of cars years ago. My mate wanted me to ride passanger but I was too scared.

[midgetman]

I've enjoyed everyone fulminating about track limits and double waved yellows---it appears we karters don't need to!

http://tinyurl.com/q4v2g67

[delta]

I think there are a load of birthdays around this time. Its mine on Thursday and Smith'ies Friday "I think". I will celebrate mine tomorrow and have a mallory breakfast.

[Paul D]

Thanks all!

After a bit of searching, I found the contact details for the circuit, so I emailed them for confirmation: £250 full day/£150 half day (if paid in advance) & £270/£170 (if paid on the day).

So... Delta, are you getting some kind of 'personal service' for the extra?

I think we deserve to know!

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by Paul D

So... Delta, are you getting some kind of 'personal service' for the extra?

I think he gets an extra couple of bacon sarnies thrown in

[delta]

I am stuck on the a34 going up to join m40 at moment so will probably miss breakfast . Not a good start . Anyone know why ???

[midgetman]

Accident in wee small hours just past Pear Tree according to Radio 2 (and 5 Live). Closed for some time to come by all accounts

[delta]

Thanks max . We have three cars to test after months of work . I was up at silly o clock this morning . And I'm busting for a peeeeee