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  1. @Benrobson2999 - Kent AO I know I harp on about this a lotwhenever I see a pic posted on the forum, but your passenger's harness is woefully mal-adjusted. In an accident, she would 'submarine' under the belt and down into the foot well, and the cross-strap/buckle would wreck havoc with her chesticles/armpits/throat/neck. Most lay-passengers aren't clued on the intricacies of harness adjustment, so it's up to the captain to ensure the passenger is safe and instructed. You probably already do the following yourself self- consciously, but loosen off the shoulder straps fully and get the passenger (and help if necessary) to tighten down the hip straps first. For the first seating of the day's run, it maybe easier to sort the passenger before you climb into your side. Folks, notice I said hip straps, and not waist or stomach straps. Only then, once the hip strap is snug and tight, are the shoulder straps adjusted snug against the chest but not too tight that they are trying to hoick the hip strap up. If you have multiple passengers, they are all different shapes and sizes and the procedure needs to be followed for each. I'm an ex-Airforce flight safety tech dealing with ejection seat and parachute harnesses, so this stuff has been drilled into me - and I wish everyone in any kind of harness the best chances of survival when s*** happens.👍
    12 points
  2. Evening all. Yesterday morning, the first lovely Sunday in a while round my area had been forecast; so up early I get to take the Westfield for it's first proper spin of the year. Got my bits together, wife not expecting me back until lunch, no jobs around the house, super. Key won't go into the ignition barrell. I decide there's either there's some debris in the barrel, or the first pin is seized. So anyway, some hours later and a trip to the shops, the key has been pounded flat with a wooden mallet. The ignition barrell has been WD40d, Graphite Powdered, blasted through with air and generally probed like an Alien abductee. It's too late to go on my trip, and the key still won't go in. Locksmiths have been googled. I debate trying to pull the ignition barrel off the car, but that's a giant PITA. And then I stop trying to use the boot key to start the car and just put the ignition key in. Starts first time, of course. So, anyway, I was wondering: What's the stupidest (safe) thing you've done with your car recently? Make me feel better about how I wasted my Sunday 🙂 Si
    11 points
  3. I had to deliver something I had sold to a place called Thurloxton near Taunton today, and decided to take Winston because the weather was so nice. Some cracking roads and some dull roads, but really enjoyed the drive. Stopped on the Coombe Farm approach road on the way back for some pics. On the way out on the A30, I exchanged waves with a BRG and yellow Westfield, not sure if it is anyone on here? Also had a number of chats with people who were interested in the car when I parked up, plus a ‘That’s a really cool car’ and a thumbs up from a young girl out with her mum 😊.
    11 points
  4. Finally some drier weather........
    10 points
  5. Supposed to be gardening and doing a tip run but it’s too nice ☀️☀️ so I popped out for some grass seeds 😂
    10 points
  6. I hope you defrosted the rabbit before making the casserole @ianali 🤣🤣🤣. Easter Bunnies beware if the Wesfield club comes out next weekend!! We met at Cupola, a stunningly designed building in a stunning setting, reflecting the lead processing history of the area. Inside the cafe we tucked into breakfast Back outside everyone had parked together We went on a run which was full of twisties and new roads to keep the drivers happy and amazing views to keep the passengers happy. Thank you to Ali for capturing a snippet of the views, you are nearly as good at photography as your husband😁 Arriving at The Whitworth Centre, Darley Dale just in time to raid the cake counter. Ian had us rolling with laughter as he had not operated a real, non phone camera since he was about 10, so it's not a bad photo considering. In the car park After deciding that we perhaps should not be allowed to keep pets it was time to leave. Brilliant day out all round with great venues, great cars on roads made for driving and the best bit was the people, the fun and laughter we had, it's good for the soul. Next weekend is Easter 🐰 so stay posted for which of the 4 day break we are gathering, the route will be carefully chosen to avoid any Bank Holiday traffic x
    9 points
  7. Opps. I only paid attention to what the signed actually said after I'd already parked up.
    9 points
  8. Fantastic turnout guys. A few missing but still manage 10 cars and a few tin tops. Great year ahead guys. Nice to see some new faces.
    9 points
  9. Do you spend a lot of time tinkering, planning and driving your Westfield? Are you neglecting other hobbies to pursue this? Are you losing track of current affairs as your focus turns to addiction? Do you spend lots of time obsessing over an online community where you delve into other people’s problems, enthuse over pictures and all things technical? Are close family members/friends starting to notice your attention drifting to other things or changing the subject during conversation? If the answer to these questions is yes, YOU 🫵may need help. Attend a safe space with like mind sufferers, where you can talk without judgment or fear. Try the 12 steps process to come to terms with the constant need to expound on all things Westfield. YOU are not alone, OTHERS feel the same. Area owners can you help these conflicted souls before it’s too late.
    9 points
  10. P139 OMJ, ‘96 Westfield in red, spin starts at 4:08 - time to out a club member? 🤣 Enter: Boot throttle: I hope the guy following me doesn’t have a dash cam - oh 💩 he does! 😬 I meant to do that…
    8 points
  11. Found an hour today to make the most of the weather
    7 points
  12. The 2024 WSCC Speed series Championship & WSCC Challenge Championship has started. 23rd March Cadwell Park & 24th of March Mallory Park. The Westfield community were there supporting the competing membership. Great meeting your friends in their highly polished cars! But it is even better being shown how they like to get a move on around the sprinting coarse. Just Like the Westfield Sports Car Club Forum. All Kit cars are able to take part in the WSCC Championships. Categories for all engine types & capacities. 29 rounds - 22 sprinting events & 7 Hill climbs. Compete against the clock, accumulate points & win awards. You choose the tracks and the rounds you wish to attend. For more information on how to participate. follow the links on this channel page to the WSCC Speed series forum or contact us on westfieldupload@gmail.com for initial direction and support. @Nick Algar - Competition Secretary .
    6 points
  13. Was that photoshopping courtesy of the Princess of Wales by any chance? 😉
    6 points
  14. With the Speed Series having some local events this year, I had been really keen to make sure we show our support and get some members along to watch. Hopefully, some of our enthusiast spectators will turn into competitors! Amazingly through the day, excluding the guys competing, I counted 8 cars and about 20 members (plus partners, friends and family) spectating. Lee had come across from Lichfield and joined by two new local members Martin and Julian (with partner Clare) in their respective cars. Martin had only joined last night and Julian about 6 weeks ago, really good to meet you 👍 Word had also got out to our friends at Burton Car Club so we also had two Ferrari replicas and a stunning Mclaren 570. A quick 20 min convoy and we landed at Mallory where we were joined by Nick (in his new Striker) and then Dale shortly after. Alex, Hedley and Tony had come in their tintops, and Ben had turned up in the VW Caddy so he could bring his cute grandson Hunter (what a great name! 😂).@Garry Bunn - Derby & Notts Joint AOalso joined us after lunch James's lovely Mazda engined car Del's TR6 Wandering the paddock we bumped into more and more members like Neal and Dave who we hadn't seen since our last Huggys meet. We also met Dan and Del while admiring John Loudon's Force TA. Some more amazing machinery in the paddock 😍 A fantastic day all round, I'm definitely fancying a go at it myself!
    6 points
  15. Great day as usual. Beautiful blue skies, dry roads and fantastic company. Home now and the rabbit casserole is simmering gently.
    6 points
  16. A great run round and I hope Craig with his nice bike powered MK comes out to play again too. His 13750rpm rev limit sounds delicious! I did get a drink on the way there- Craig didn't want one, though- There was one or two bikes in Matlock-
    6 points
  17. Fabulous, it's great to see the East Anglia area taking off, well done everyone!! If you are an AO and you are reading this PLEASE DO THIS IN YOUR AREA and the very important bit afterwards is to post some photo's of the day. It's good for you and good for the club 👍
    5 points
  18. That's a great calendar shot for next year Ben 👍
    5 points
  19. Traced this morning to a loose hose connection on the concentric slave cylinder. Engine out job, or at least forward, in order to get a spanner on it. At least I've not got to get parts in in a hurry in time for Anglesey. Had a lovely day despite the setback. It was lovely to meet old Westfielding friends and new. Also had friends from outside of the community visiting which was a bonus so it was a really sociable day. Will probably do the June event as well, as I'd like to get a few more laps in next time!
    4 points
  20. Highlights of the sprint at Mallory
    3 points
  21. Bet he was on ditch finder Toyo T1R's combined with 20 year old Spax shocks 😂😂😂😂
    3 points
  22. After the first 2 rounds please see the results, which are in the enclosed spreadsheet. I am working with @Tigger to get the new Regulations into his scoring system, however in the meantime working them out with a Spreadsheet. Any queries on scores etc please raise directly with me, thanks. WSCC Results 2024.xlsx
    3 points
  23. Evening all , it was great meeting you all on Sunday. You made me feel very welcome and I’m looking forward to the next meet up. See you soon, Martin
    3 points
  24. Hi If the information is of help to anyone in the future I didn't see the harm in providing an update. My connection to PGM is that it is my sons business so I do obviously know the why and wherefores about that particular component. In fact my son spent many hours in conjunction with the part provider in engineering a cure for this issue. It has caused untold problems for some of the 620 owners. As the original post had some misleading information about the SBD tps which isn't suitable for this application along with comments about PGM I just tried to put the record straight. I only came across the post by sheer chance in the first place so I would assume other owners/users etc could also do the same. Best wishes Colin
    3 points
  25. 3 points
  26. When I was building my first Westie 20+ years ago I had just fitted the steering rack for the first time and connected it to the uprights, and so I plonked myself into the driving seat for the obligatory "pretend you are zooming round Brands Hatch" moment. Almost immediately, the steering sized up - I could not move it at all. I was incensed.... "what useless quality control.... how dangerous..... what if this had happened on the road?!?" I was all set to ring Westfield up and give them an earful.... when my other half gently asked.... "does it have a steering lock?". Ah, yes, that'll be it then. Put the ignition key in and of course it was fine. I was so glad she asked before I'd phoned....
    3 points
  27. This was a long time ago and wasn't the Westie but never mind. There I am in my one car lock up, doing some welding on my buggy. There's no power in my lock up, so it's gas welding. Tum te tum, getting on great here..... Hmmm, my leg's getting a bit warm, I'll move it away from the heat a little. Tum te tum ............ Hmmm. leg's still a little warm - better move it further. Tum te tum ............ Still hot - a bit further then. This continues 'till my leg was against the garage wall and I cannot move it any further. At this point I decide that I'd better flip the mask up and have a look. SH*T! Leg's on fire. With remarkable coolness I pat out the flames. At this point in the story I think that maybe I'd better point out the condition of my overalls - old and really really grease stained. Plus, with gas welding all day I guess that the atmosphere's pretty oxygen rich. So. Pat the flames out. So what happens? Whoomp! Leg bursts into flames again. Hmmmm. Pat the flames out again. Whoomp! Leg bursts into flames again. Hmmmmmm. There's a pattern developing here. Luckily I notice a bucket in the corner of the garage. I grab it and rush round to the standpipe at the end of the block, my leg an impressive mass of smoke and flames. So there I am, standing at the standpipe, leg on fire, waiting for the bucket to fill. Finally!!!! Leg goes into the bucket up to mid-calf. There's a loud hissing and the flames finally go out. I leave it in the water for a while to cool down. Much to the amusement of the kids hanging round ................... Had my thick leather Redwing boots on so no real damage other than to my overalls and my dignity. David
    3 points
  28. I notice there is no Area Organiser in the South Wales area. Are there many members in that area (ones actually with cars)? The better weather is on the way, I'm wondering if there is any mileage (excuse the pun) in South Wales members getting themselves together and maybe occasionally meeting up with us lot from over the bridge (Bristol and Bath area)? Many of us blat over to Wales to enjoy your lovely country roads so there has got to be a good case for a load of us to meet somewhere this year? Any thoughts anyone?
    3 points
  29. The temptation to go backstage and knock 10 off your count is quite strong at the moment…
    3 points
  30. I never thought being average would feel so good 😁
    3 points
  31. Yes but if you read the small print at the bottom it says 'Westfields excepted' 😂
    3 points
  32. The problem with harnesses is that they work best with race seats, where each strap passes through a slot in the seat, which helps keep the strap in it's intended position. On 5/6-points, the crotch strap needs to pass through the seat just in front of your business. The other thing I see is the number of harnesses used with the factory tombstone-backed seats where the shoulder straps pass around the seat back, rather than through it. Unless you or your passenger have Olympic swimmer wide shoulders, in an accident your shoulders will very potentially slip through. My missus is petite, so I had no desire to swap out the 3-point retractor belts on our Westy. Here's something I found to think about... Typical g-forces in a motor-vehicle collision. According to GSU's HyperPhysics Project, a 160 lb person—wearing a seat belt and traveling at only 30 miles per hour—experiences around 30 g's of force in a front-end collision with a fixed object. That's 2.4 tons of force acting on the body! Apologies for kidnapping the Look at my Lovely Day thread, please resume the great pics.
    3 points
  33. The serviette looks small as well 🫣
    3 points
  34. Only looks like a small tea plate from here 🤪
    3 points
  35. I got over there as well, with Mrs H., just to say hello to some of my old speed series mates. Sadly Howard's clutch packed up, but not until he'd put in a good T1 time. Very cold tho',so we left after the timed run following lunch.
    2 points
  36. 2 points
  37. It's actually great to hear from someone with specialist knowledge like this, not many of us give really serious consideration to our belts. Well, certainly not as much as it sounds like we should anyway!
    2 points
  38. Cheers Julie. Were on the look out for good cake shops and bakerys. We have a long way to go but were getting there.😃
    2 points
  39. Yeah, I'm planning in going 5 or 6 point, added safety is always welcome. I used to make the mistake years ago of tightening the shoulder straps too much and as @BigSkyBrad says it pulls the hip strap up to your tummy, very dangerous. I nowadays tighten the hip strap has hard as I can and then ALWAYS tweak all the straps once moving because they always slacken slightly due to momentum I find.
    2 points
  40. Keep harping on @BigSkyBrad the more that see the good message, the better!
    2 points
  41. 2 points
  42. Our regulations for 2024 have been passed by Motorsport UK, with a few minor amendments. Please find enclosed Published Copy. 2024 WSCC - Westfield Racing Speed Series Championship Published Copy.pdf
    2 points
  43. Sorry we can't make this one. But I have the cake covered to stop me from wasting away 🤔
    2 points
  44. So who were you watching /listening to …….. Michael Fish, Wincey Willis or Glen’s Miss Lucy V (whatever her name is 🤔) all I heard was it’s getting colder !!! for the weekend 🥶 but I suppose we can come and hold your hand to eat breakfast and find cake 🤪 see you Sunday A&B
    2 points
  45. Was a first me me also, they are what aligns (or blocks) the gear change until the syncro has sync'd ... pic below isn't great but shows the blocks
    2 points
  46. Try these people, I've not used them before but they seem to stock them: https://www.bearingkits.co.uk/ If not BGH might be able to help http://www.bghgeartech.co.uk/html/bgh_home.html
    2 points
  47. 15 deg today. Went out with hats and a coat and ended up in a t shirt! Absolutely lovely spring weather. Just what the doctor ordered 👍🏼
    2 points
  48. Rear end Thursday! Finally completed all my planned mods to the back of my car. AJM Designs carbon boot cover AJM Designs rear diffuser Hella high level brake light - many thanks @jonjh1964 for 3d printing my mount LED Autolamps 82 rear light conversion - many thanks @Quinten for all your 3d printing assistance Cartek FIA Rainlight as fog light Black Newton Equipment Aero 300 fuel cap I have a set of adhesive reflectors to stick in come MOT time….. Pretty happy with the much cleaner look.
    2 points
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