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When i bought the car 3 and half years ago A year after ownership How she sits now

Anyone got any jump leads for a 1968 vintage AO ? @Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Secretary

I see that an hour and a half into the race, some of our WSCC boys are keeping up with the pace @Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Secretary and @IanK (Bagpuss)

Fathers days fishing trip.

Pre SVA, .. no seats, lights and an Allegro steering wheel. .. Roll on a few years, to getting some air at Cadwell.

Bought this one in 2015 and since then it's been a labour of love...not sure the better half would agree...

Before IVA After 3 years

Out yesterday in town when I saw an elderly lady with a hearing assist dog being very closely followed by a gypsy (a term I don’t use loosely) woman. I didn’t like the look of the gypsy’s attention so I turned and got in behind them. The gypsy woman threw some dust over the top of the elderly woman, making her stop. At that point, the gypsy pulled a device out of her bag and held it against the elderly woman’s handbag - obviously a crude RFID reader trying to steal her card info. In what was probably with hindsight the wrong thing to do, I jumped forward and grabbed the RFID reader out of her hand. Both women understandably cried out, for different reasons. The gypsy then tried to assault me to get it back, but even at my advanced age, I fended her off and started shouting for the police, which made her scurry off like a rat. After I explained what had happened to the elderly woman and encouraged her to buy a RFID blocking purse, I went to the police station, made a statement and gave them the device. No idea how much info the thieving c*** had in it. Last night I ordered a new RFID blocking wallet. I suggest you do the same if you already haven’t done so. You can’t trust banks to refund your money these days.

May be I will replace the radiator next year with all the coolant hoses, but for now, a refresh to go with the new engine. ;-)

I must pride myself today on finding NO COW POO, let's hope it lasts hey! We met at Matlock where the blinking toilets were shut, so it was a quick scoot to the shopping outlet. In future we will meet at Sainsbury's where there is petrol and a pee. Andy and Sue, Martyn and Sue with Paul and Pat in the VX. At Matlock Paul let me have a little drive around the car park in his VX, for which I feel very honoured, it is harder than a Westfield to get in and out of and you see nothing out of the rear view mirror, it felt a positive drive, it was lovely . It certainly looks the biz too. We sliced a route through the centre of the Peak District, meeting the Spire Classic Car Run coming in the opposite direction, so lots of waving there then. Up the very fine Winnats Pass, just look at that empty tarmac begging for my 4 new tyres, of which I am exceptionally pleased with, exceptionally. Then it was a slow run down Mam Nick to take in the scenery Arriving at the Rambler Inn at 11.55am, just before it opened, meaning an empty car park and pub, simples. A table for 8 soon became a table for 10 when Chris and Mo arrived. The feasting began The view of the Great Mam Tor Ridge from the car park. Bonnets Off - the view of the great 2 litre Zetec in Andy's car, complete with a gold rocker cover. We could have another caption competition with this photo! Paul went next with his turbo 2 l which he has just changed the cam belt and water pump on, it's service day tomorrow, he keeps a nice car there. Andy and Sue ready for the off We set off for more of those views over Mam Nick, those hills, those twisty roads, all lacking cow poo. We were now a 5 car convoy, with Chris and Mo. We arrived at the cake stop and parked in our designated area To the grand finale, the cake, but someone couldn't wait, so we had an empty plate on the table didn't we Paul? All the ingredients for a great day out - driving, bonnets off, eating, scenery and great company, thank you to everyone for making it happen. It's Shelsley Walsh next weekend so we hope to see you all back in the Peak District the weekend after.

Before After

Had a good turn out for breakfast this morning with 2 new cars coming, a Robin Hood that lives locally to me and my mate Gary in his Cobra. After breakfast we had a ride over to the trolleybus museum at Sandtoft where we met with Ron, who was just leaving, and Geoffrey and Dave coming in their tin-tp. It's a great little museum seeing buses that were built where I served my apprenticeship, a long way before my time though. There was 1 bus built in my time. At least I enjoyed myself, but it was a bit like being at work. We even had cake.

It's been an expensive but fun ride Was Now

This is what I bought in July 2017, looked like a bug of some sort To day I'm much happier, a lot of help from members on here to keep Ruby running!

Bromance

Initially this is to gauge the level of interest, as it takes a fair bit of preparation/organisation for such an event and quite frankly not worth putting on for 5-6 cars. Ideally, at least 15-20 cars would make it worthwhile, and if successful, encouraging to run it again next year. It would take 3-4 weekends of my own time, and about 6-800 miles to map and test the route, so I need to feel confident that would be well-subscribed. Similar to the old-school night (road) rallies, regularity rallies and historic rallies, it would be run with 'tulip navigation' but in a non-competitive way with questions asked along the route to make it a bit more fun and ensure the full route has been covered. The route will cover the Borders/Lanarkshire/Dumfries area - ideal for both Clan McWesty and the north of England (provided you have a valid passport! - and keep your eyes off our cattle). It's easier done two-up (driver and navigator) and have chosen a Saturday for the run so that you can shout your navigator (wife/girlfriend/mistress...) a nice night in a hotel and make the most of the bank holiday weekend. There's nothing stopping anyone doing it solo though - just need to multi-task. At this initial stage, I plan the finish to be near Peebles, where there is a range of hotels/accommodation, and we can crash one of the pubs on the Saturday night.. The start would be around mid-late morning and covering around 150-200 miles, with a lunch/fuel stop midway. Cars depart the start, one or two minutes apart, start positions pulled from a hat. The route can on occasion cross over itself, so it's not unusual to see cars coming the other way, making you second-guess your navigation. In the spirit of the event, and it's old-school nature, GPS etc is discouraged - just the route book and your speedo/tripmeter is all you need. Included is a sealed envelope with the destination if you get horribly lost. I thought such an event might add something a bit different to the usual Sunday run-out and Stoneleigh-once-a-year calendar. Back home in New Zealand in the '90's, there was an event run in the same format for motorcyclists that I entered called the Egmont 300 (300kms) which attracted well over 100 road bikes each year. It ran for five years, of which I attended four of - I missed the last one as I was in plaster with a broken foot from a crash, absolutely gutted as I would have been one of just a dozen to have done all five. After the first event, myself and many others made DIY map scrollers like on the Dakar bikes. We'd be given our route books about 1-1/2 hour before the start, and then madly cut up and tape the instructions into a long scroll before the start. Those green to the event (or couldn't be arsed) just duct-taped the pages (in the supplied poly-pocket) to their fuel tank. The finish was always at the start - a horse racecourse, where there was plenty of room for camping and a hall for a party/prize-giving. When that event stopped running (I think the routes were starting to repeat itself), my best mate and I ran the same format but smaller event in our own county for three years, which up to 40 bikes attended each time, called the Most Excellent Adventure. It covered around 200kms, and always finished in a different remote spot somewhere, where we all pitched our tents and wild-camped around a fire, got sozzled and told lies! So, who's up for it?!

WIRRAL & NORTH WALES TRIP TO WALES (YDG) 2018 This year’s date for the diary is Friday 27th July - Sunday 29th July, with some of the best roads and fantastic scenery this one is not to be missed. The overnight stop is again at the Highland Moors, I have spoken to Sue and have confirmed there is availability for that weekend. You will need to book the hotel direct, this is because a different rate applies for a single/double/triple room, when booking please say you are from the WSCC, Highland Moors, Wellington Road, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5ND Tel: +44 (0)1597 825151 Mob: +44 (0)7826 226857 Email: sue@highlandmoors.co.uk The starting point for the friday is 8.30 am at : Tudor Rose Parkgate RoadLedshamEllesmere PortCH66 9PD The first stop will probably be at the Ponderosa cafe for breakfast an opportunity for others coming from other directions to meet up. Cheers Mark 07703230241

Hi All Our Shelsley Walsh celebration is one week away on the 23rd June. It is open on the day to all comers! Free admission, Free Camping Friday and Saturday Night! Don't worry if you have not booked anything just come along and enjoy the OLDEST tarmac motorsport venue in the world. See Westfield's and other cars going up the hill in a family FUN DAY spirit! Enjoy the working Water Mill, have an ICE CREAM and just relax! So why not have a great day out in your Westfield or any other car, meet friends and other club members, chat and reminise? If you cannot resist the temptation to have a go up the hill your self we will be able to fit you in for some runs on the day! Crash Helmets can be hired on the day as required! Food available at lunchtime if required! The weather forecast looks favourable for the day! So nothing to stop you coming out in your "Pride and Joy" for a FUN DAY at the HILL! Look forward to seeing you all! Thanks Graham

A good win for Toyota, shows what you can achieve with a 2.4 litre hybrid.

Hello guys, Sue and myself would just like to say thanks to you all for a great day. Good company and beautiful views we couldn't ask more. Hope to join you all soon. P. S and the food was pretty good too

And some after sun?

I’m looking at my phone and @Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club SecretaryHas a film to watch on his eyelids. You’d be better placed asking @westyjord87 where his Ibiza special shades have gone

Ive edited the main post with starting /meeting places but will add some room rates when the Highland Moors hotel send them across later.......

just to confirm the pass will close at six o,clock at night and will not open till 7.30 the next morning .

Although I'm a Scot I will be supporting England at the World Cup and just hope they can get some blackout curtains---see below. 16 Jun 2018 https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/709997/world-cup-2018-england-russia-match-fifa-uk-british-team-hotel-repino England's squad ‘HELL’ at World Cup base revealed. The sun sets only around 11.30pm and rises again at 3am. And remember firstly to do one touch football (NOT three touch) and secondly shoot at goal as often as possible; then you might have a chance.

Awesome photos. Makes my reconditioned radiator look somewhat boring !

It doesn’t get any better than this.

A big pat on the back to you Scott, too many people just walk on by. As said those who pray on the elderly or vulnerable don't in my opinion deserve a place in our society. It would be interesting to know what info the police were to find on the device.

No Jeff. I think it’s actually time to buy a camouflage jacket. Thanks Chris.

Yesterday at Croft circuit.

martyn as soon has I get car I will be coming to the meets cant wait to be honest but don't the days drag on when your waiting for something ah well will just have to wait and I am sure it will be waiting for

Day 7 - Sat 9th June Up with the lark, on our way west by 7.30. Dry, but cloudy, bit chilly, glad of the heater. Nice roads through Tenterden, Haywards Heath, and on to Petworth where we stopped for Breakfast in Tiffins Tea Room. Nice welcoming place, friendly service, good food and coffee. Highly recommend it if your thirsty or hungry in Petworth. Refreshed, we carried on west through Petersfield, Winchester and Salisbury, then headed towards the A303. Stopped for a quick snack lunch at the Black Dog Inn at Chilmark. From here we picked up the A303 just east of Mere (deliberately avoided it around Stonehenge!), not long after we were home, having covered a total of 1020 miles. Tucked Westie in the garage, staright to kennels and collected our dogs, both of whom seemed really glad to see us. Verdict A great trip, we both enjoyed immensely, weather could have been better, but we laughed it off. Car went like a dream after initial hiccup. Have checked it over and found nothing of concern. Checked and tightened all air hoses, been following up on water hoses as a matter of course! Did find that of the 4 nuts holding the fan onto the rad, 1 was missing, the others were still in place but finger tight. Have now fitted secondary locknuts. I didn't fit nylocs deliberately, as I was worried about shearing the M6 stud off where it's welded to an Ali bracket. The various grounding I've done has all been on the chassis hoop as far as I can see, so really pleased, Dread to think what it would have been like had I norpt changed the sump and done the cooling system mods. Half hood has been baptised, and worked a treat. Found the heater was really useful for de misting, and taking the chill off on fresh days. Up on stands for check over after washing Nose off to check and tighten air hoses! Chassis hoop been doing its job! Thank you for reading, hope it's not been too boring. Adge