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Essex/Sufolk BBQ. Sun 27th June

907 - 7/5/10 at 07:18 PM

Hi All,

I know it's hard to believe at the moment but summer is just round the corner so time to plan the BBQ car meet.

Same place and format as last year, i.e. bring your own burgers, sausages, drink or whatever, and Gaz & I will fire up
the barbies and supply the bread rolls, onions, sauces, etc.
Tea and coffee will also be on tap.

1 o'clock onwards. Should be a good afternoon.

As last year, not just kit cars, so hopefully a few "interesting" cars for you to look round.

All welcome

If you haven't been before then U2U me for the post code. (Clare, Suffolk/Essex border)

Cheers
Gaz and Paul G

[Edited on 8/5/10 by 907]

02GF74 - 7/5/10 at 07:25 PM

my kit is still busted .... does a volvo 850 T5 qualify as interesting?

rusty nuts - 7/5/10 at 07:41 PM

Hopefully the kit will be back together by then , look forward to seeing everyone . Mel

GeorgeM - 7/5/10 at 07:54 PM

Essex Kitcar club meet is in Chelmsford same day. 10-12 at 'The Checkers'.
Might be a nice run up to you afterwards for some of us. ?? (if you would like us to of course )

GeorgeM

907 - 7/5/10 at 08:07 PM

quote:
Originally posted by 02GF74
my kit is still busted .... does a volvo 850 T5 qualify as interesting?

A mate of mine who works at a car sales place always said...

"There's a bum to fit every seat"

907 - 7/5/10 at 08:12 PM

quote:
Originally posted by GeorgeM
Essex Kitcar club meet is in Chelmsford same day. 10-12 at 'The Checkers'.
Might be a nice run up to you afterwards for some of us. ?? (if you would like us to of course )

GeorgeM

You'd be more than welcome.

(I think some of you came last year)

David Jenkins - 7/5/10 at 08:49 PM

Whoopie!

Me & the missus will be there, more than likely.

eddie99 - 7/5/10 at 09:29 PM

Hi,
Yep me and gavin came up last year. Unfortunately i have my final exam on the 29th so unlikely that i'll be there. But might be able to pop along quickly. Will see closer to the time.
Ed

02GF74 - 8/5/10 at 08:42 AM

ahhhh .... just seen the date, thought it was tomorrow ..... so there may be hope yet. ...... if I get into the garage insted of posting shite here LOL

Stuart_B - 8/5/10 at 09:40 AM

hi, i was meant to come last year, but could not make it. hope to come this year through

stuart

flak monkey - 9/5/10 at 06:22 PM

Hoping to make it this year too

907 - 10/5/10 at 07:50 AM

Glad to have you all aboard. The more the merrier.

If someone could post about every four or five days it will save me doing a "bttt".

Cheers
Paul & Gaz G

blockhead_rich - 15/5/10 at 05:35 PM

My new engine is still in bits, but I'll see if I can attend nearer the time...

Better get my finger out!

907 - 15/5/10 at 07:01 PM

Hi All.

Numbers are steadily climbing; that's 12 definite and several more probables and possibles.

Nice photo of one of the cars below......... Bu**er......... it's gone again.

Cheers,
Paul and Gaz

[Edited on 15/5/10 by 907]
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907 - 16/5/10 at 02:46 PM

Gaz came over to watch the GP and we had a count up.

Looks like 22 cars definite and a possible 10 others.

Looking good to beat last years total.

Cheers
Paul and Gaz

Gaz 1977 - 16/5/10 at 04:52 PM

Hi all.

I thought i would come on and say 22 so far but it seems that i have been beaten to it.

It should be a good event this year and everyone is obviously very welcome.

I might even do a trophy for best in show, voted for by everyone...

Gaz

David Jenkins - 16/5/10 at 07:15 PM

So who's going to do the no-rain dance on the day...?

907 - 16/5/10 at 09:52 PM

quote:
Originally posted by David Jenkins
So who's going to do the no-rain dance on the day...?

Well we could pop down the hill to the Priory. Apparently the monks there know people in high places.

Last year we did have a shower around 4.30 which caught a few on the way home.
However, last year the event was held on the 28th, but this year we have been very clever and are holding it on the 27th.

Cheers,
Paul and Gaz G

DavidW - 18/5/10 at 01:26 PM

I'm keen although will be in the 5 series as I'm unlikely to have the Indy IVAd in time.

wilkingj - 21/5/10 at 10:04 PM

Hope to be there...

Ferg - 23/5/10 at 07:27 PM

Me?

907 - 23/5/10 at 10:22 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Ferg
Me?

Yes, you!

And no lame excuses like last year.

Paul & Gaz

Trev D - 24/5/10 at 05:33 PM

That must go for me to then.

bmseven - 24/5/10 at 08:58 PM

Yes please if the cars on the road!

907 - 12/6/10 at 10:06 AM

Hi All,

Just a quick reminder of East Anglia's premier BBQ event.

14 days to go... and counting.

Cheers
Paul & Gaz

RazMan - 12/6/10 at 11:41 AM

Count me in chaps

Danozeman - 13/6/10 at 09:13 AM

quote:

If someone could post about every four or five days it will save me doing a "bttt".

You need to do something this is there first time iv seen this!!

I SHOULD be there. The wife is due very near that time so may be touchy.

Paul are you doing donations or something for the rolls etc??

907 - 13/6/10 at 01:19 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Danozeman

quote:

If someone could post about every four or five days it will save me doing a "bttt".

You need to do something this is there first time iv seen this!!

I SHOULD be there. The wife is due very near that time so may be touchy.

Paul are you doing donations or something for the rolls etc??

Hi Dan,
All the best to you and your good lady, but if she could just hang on a bit that would be great.

As for the donation thing.... if someone could bring a Caterham chassis, someone the bodywork......

Seriously though, all we need is people and cars. The more the better.

Cheers,
Paul & Gaz

13 days and counting

RazMan - 13/6/10 at 01:31 PM

quote:
Originally posted by 907
As for the donation thing.... if someone could bring a Caterham chassis, someone the bodywork......

I've got some wheelnuts - any good?

Stuart_B - 13/6/10 at 02:57 PM

sounds like a tog gear challenge, but this time better.lol

stuart

907 - 13/6/10 at 03:52 PM

quote:
Originally posted by RazMan

quote:
Originally posted by 907
As for the donation thing.... if someone could bring a Caterham chassis, someone the bodywork......

I've got some wheelnuts - any good?

Every little bit helps.

bmseven - 17/6/10 at 04:03 PM

Might be pushing it to finish the car especially as I am in France next week

Can I come on my bike ?

Bugger just checked and I wont be here or there, sorry have a good one.

P.S Paul have a bit more welding for you shortly will pm you when I know what/how!

[Edited on 17/6/10 by bmseven]

907 - 20/6/10 at 05:20 PM

Hi All,

Gaz and myself have been having a bit of a count up this afternoon and we come up with so far....

32 to 40 cars and 57 to 70 people.

Obviously it's all weather dependant so fingers crossed.

If anyone else wants to join in then drop me a U2U for the postcode.

If you can't come, bring a note.

Cheers
Paul & Gaz

eddie99 - 20/6/10 at 05:25 PM

I will be there!! With a ford puma though

David Jenkins - 22/6/10 at 07:48 AM

Paul - it is at Gaz's place as before, isn't it?

(Mind you - it would be a bit of a squeeze getting all those cars on your own front lawn! )

907 - 22/6/10 at 01:13 PM

quote:
Originally posted by David Jenkins
Paul - it is at Gaz's place as before, isn't it?

(Mind you - it would be a bit of a squeeze getting all those cars on your own front lawn! )

Yup. Same as last year, but without the 4 o'clock shower.

The most we ever had at mine was 17 cars, but I've cut a tree down since then.

Anyone can U2U me for the postcode, and the day before I'll put a mobile number up, just in case someone gets lost.

Cheers
Paul & Gaz

907 - 24/6/10 at 08:04 AM

Hi All,

Well, the weather forecast looks good for the weekend, fingers crossed.

Looks like we clash with the footy, trust the USA to muck it up.
We will stick a telly in the corner of the barn for anyone desperate to know the score. I might cast a glance at it myself.

Gaz has made the trophy (pic below) for the "Best Car in Show" to be voted for by all of you.
As you can see it's on a BBQ theme.

Just 3 days to go then. We look forward to seeing you all.

Cheers
Paul & Gaz
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eddie99 - 24/6/10 at 08:15 AM

That trophy is brilliant!

DaveFJ - 24/6/10 at 08:54 AM

Car has been off the road since September and not really got out to do anything in the garage but....... I might just make it as taxing it again today!

So I may be there... but you probably wont spot me in the new 'Stealth Avon'

907 - 24/6/10 at 09:09 AM

quote:
Originally posted by DaveFJ
Car has been off the road since September and not really got out to do anything in the garage but....... I might just make it as taxing it again today!

So I may be there... but you probably wont spot me in the new 'Stealth Avon'

I have eyes like a hawk.

The other day I wanted a pair of camouflage trousers. Couldn't find any anywhere.

It will be good to see you again.
Cheers
Paul G

Gaz 1977 - 25/6/10 at 10:34 AM

if anyone is interested in the f1 or the england match i will sort a tv outside for sunday.

look forward to seeing you all.

Gaz

blockhead_rich - 26/6/10 at 06:09 AM

Unfortunatley my car is still not back on the road and my son has football training too, so hope to catch up when I can finally drive my car again (not long now?)
Have a great day.
Rich

907 - 26/6/10 at 02:04 PM

Telly now sorted, 32", in the barn/garage, aerial erected, and the whole set up tested by watching the qually.

Should anyone get lost then you can ring 07779561613 for directions.

Cheers All and see you tomorrow.

Paul & Gaz

Edit to add..

There could be a couple of fly pasts
Lowest ever barrel roll over a farm house?

l/ l/ Gavin U2U'd l/ l/

[Edited on 26/6/10 by 907]

gavin174 - 26/6/10 at 05:54 PM

Hi Paul

looking like 6 or so coming over from essex.

hope you can cope...

can you u2u me the postcode please.

thanks Gavin

David Jenkins - 27/6/10 at 09:29 AM

Well - the Beeb weather site says that it's going to be gloriously sunny today - and HOT!!!

Make sure that you've got your sun lotion packed, and don't forget to wear a hat while driving if you're follicly challenged (like me). Last time I went out for an hour's drive in weather like this I didn't know I was getting cooked as the breeze kept me cool - ouch...

DaveFJ - 27/6/10 at 01:01 PM

doesnt look like im going to make it

didnt even get a mile before she boiled over!...

back to the drawing board i guess

Trev D - 27/6/10 at 05:21 PM

Just got home thank you Paul and Gaz had a fab afternoon good company and some good cars. ATB Trev.

Ferg - 27/6/10 at 06:05 PM

David Jenkins - 27/6/10 at 07:03 PM

Some lovely cars there today - and it WAS HOT!

Scorchio!!

Thanks to Paul & Gaz (not forgetting wives, girlfriends, neighbours, etc) for organizing a great day.

BTW: Who won the trophy?

[Edited on 27/6/10 by David Jenkins]

wilkingj - 27/6/10 at 07:58 PM

Thanks for a great afternoon.
Wife enjoyed getting out and even the weather was good.

Again,... Thanks

bob - 27/6/10 at 08:24 PM

I'm going to have to do this one time, could i pitch a tent and go home monday

907 - 27/6/10 at 08:42 PM

quote:
Originally posted by David Jenkins
Some lovely cars there today - and it WAS HOT!

Scorchio!!

Thanks to Paul & Gaz (not forgetting wives, girlfriends, neighbours, etc) for organizing a great day.

BTW: Who won the trophy?

[Edited on 27/6/10 by David Jenkins]

First of all a big thanks to all that helped us out, and for all of you for coming. Cheers.

As for the trophy, voted for by all of you,

3rd. Richard's Delorean
2nd Duncan's Swallow
1st Neal's DS

THANK YOU ALL

Paul & Gaz

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GeorgeM - 27/6/10 at 08:55 PM

well deserved.... nice car

As said above, thanks to all for organising,
had a really good time.
Good drive on the way back. Roads were a bit quiet
Much better than watching us loose AGAIN

Danozeman - 27/6/10 at 08:57 PM

Thanks for a good afternoon. Looks like i should have got there earlier!!

RazMan - 27/6/10 at 09:01 PM

A big thanks from me - some beautiful cars there today. It was good to put some faces to the names. I doubt that I will ever see another Delorean in my lifetime.

Did the Red Arrows do a flypast as planned??

Sorry for arriving late and leaving early - family stuff got in the way.

907 - 27/6/10 at 10:32 PM

It looks like a good time was had by all.
I even blagged a ride in the Delorean.

Nice to see the Essex mob well represented. A few names to faces there.

Bob. We'll find you a bed next year. You'd be surprised what available locally.

Raz. Not so much Red Arrows. More a swoop from Richards dad in his bi-plane.

Thanks Ferg for the excellent pics, even if you missed the Swallow. It was the one beside that rough ol' red car.
Made amends below.

Cheers All
Paul & Gaz
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